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Mansory Stallone Based On Ferrari F12

Mansory Stallone is an exclusive powerhouse based on the iconic Ferrari F12. The specialists from Germany have proved for another time that they have a really good “know-how” of refining Italian super sports cars.

In the refinement program is featured prominently carbon fiber. In addition, there is a significant enhancement done on the engine performance, as well as there were featured light-alloy rims that were exclusively made for the car. The interior is bespoke and features the finest leather in order to deliver luxury and class.

The high-quality body parts used in this Mansory vehicle are mainly from carbon fiber. The front fascia of the supersports car was entirely reworked, for instance reworked. The newly designed bonnet as well as a downforce-generating front spoiler cotribute to the afore mentioned fact.

The aggressive appearance of this Ferrari is additionally emphasized via the side skirts, which also serve in terms of calming down air flow between the axles. On the other hand, the newly designed rear end now features a discreet rear wing and the integrated diffuser. This results in perfectly shaped end and stabilization of the rear axle.

In terms of performance, the car has received optimization. Here the Mansory specialists have worked with Maranello to create a power kit comprising of a modified ECU together with a sports exhaust system. The effect is enhanced performance of the 6.0 litre twelve-cylinder engine from 740 to 775 hp (570kW). The torque adds an additional 35 Nm to the factory 690 Nm. Additionally, the stainless steel sports muffler with its impressive sound highlights the sporty appearance of the Stallone.

As mentioned already, for this car there have been developed light-alloy rims. The light forged wheels are in size 21 for the front and 22 for the rear. The utilization of ultra-light aluminium alloys and the resulting reduction of the unsprung mass, has improved the acceleration, the braking distance, and the handling. The alloy rims are matched with 255/30/21 and 355/25/22 tyres for the front and the rear respectively.

At last, to complete this beautiful and masterful project, Mansory team has used throughout the interior the finest materials. The leather used is durable but still extraordinarily soft. It is combined with the stylish stitching and the visible carbon fibre applications. The aluminium pedals, the illuminated door sill trim and the newly ergonomically-designed sport steering wheel deliver more optical highlights.

Source: Mansory

May 23, 2013

2014 Chevrolet Spark EV – Pricing Announced

2014 Chevrolet Spark EV goes officially on sale and in fact is the most affordable EV currently on the automotive market. Its price tag starts at $27 495 and in addition there is an option for low mileage lease for as low as $199 per month.

What is more, the 2014 Spark EV is the most efficient electric vehicle produced so far. It also will offer its owners outstanding infotainment and great design, the fun-to-drive capabilities and innovative engineering. Spark’s combined city/highway EPA estimated range is of 82 miles when it is fully charged. The EPA-estimated combined city/highway is 119 MPGe.

To go further into details, the vehicle is equipped with a 21 kWh lithium-ion battery pack. It will also be the first on the market to include the combo charger for DC Fast Charging as an option. This will enable the EV to recharge up to 80 percent of its capacity in approximately 20 minutes at select DC Fast Charging stations.

Charging can also be finished in less than seven hours though the utilization of a dedicated 240V charge. Here, the 120V charge cord set comes standard. Of course, the charging can be monitored remotely via a OnStar smart phone application.

Other exclusive in-vehicle connectivity technologies featured in this electric Chevrolet are MyLink infotainment system with seven-inch touch screen, Siri Eyes Free, Pandora, BringGo navigation, and RemoteLink application.

2014 Chevrolet Spark EV will be available at select Chevrolet dealers in mid-June this year.

Source: Chevrolet

May 23, 2013

2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet – UK Price £38,465

Mercedes-Benz UK has released the pricing of the new 2013 E-Class Cabriolet. It starts from £ 38,465 for the entry level E 220 CDI SE and goes up to £45,840 for the top-of-range E 350 BlueTEC AMG Sport.

The 2013 E-Class Cabriolet has significantly enhanced standard specification and a stylish new look as part of the most extensive model revision ever undertaken by Mercedes-Benz.

The engine range includes a 2.2 liter diesel with 170HP (125 kW) for E 220 CDI, a 2.2 liter with 204HP (150 kW) for E 250 CDI, a 3.0 liter twin-turbo diesel with 252HP (185 kW) for E350 BlueTEC AMG Sport. Last, but not least the petrol 2.0 liter with 184HP (135 kW) in E 200 AMG Sport.

Standard Specification:

COMAND Online with Media Interface, DAB digital radio, a new speed-sensitive electric power Direct Steering system that improves CO₂ and fuel consumption, new partial LED headlights, Active Park Assist, Attention Assist and Collision Prevention Assist.

SE:

17” five twin-spoke alloy wheels, a new front apron with single lamella Sport grille, leather upholstery with heated front seats and dark aluminium trim.

AMG Sport:

18” twin-spoke alloy wheels, upgraded front brakes featuring branded calipers and perforated discs, new AMG bodystyling, visible twin-pipe exhaust, leather upholstery with multi-contour heated front seats, an AMG steering wheel in nappa leather with flattened bottom section and AMG floor mats.

AMG Sport Plus package:

Available from October 2013, priced at £1,795 – 19” AMG bi-colour alloy wheels, an AMG boot spoiler in body colour, red seat belts, AMG Sports seats in Artico/Dinamica with red stitching, AMG steering wheel with red stitching, AMG floor mats with red edging and red stitching on the door panels, centre console and armrest.

The option list includes the new full LED Intelligent Light System (£1,280), new Aragonite Silver metallic paint (from October 2013, priced at £645) and new leather upholstery colours in Espresso Brown, Deep Sea Blue and Bengal Red.

Cabriolet engine data:

Model	Tech Data	Transmission	g/km of CO₂	0-62 mph	Top mph	Comb. mpg	OTR
E 220 CDI SE	2,143 cc, 170 hp	Manual	127	8.8 s	144	57.7	£38,465
E 220 CDI SE	2,143 cc, 170 hp	Automatic	126	8.7 s	143	58.9	£39,985

E 220 CDI AMG Sport	2,143 cc, 170 hp	Manual	136	8.8 s	144	57.7	£41,085
E 220 CDI AMG Sport	2,143 cc, 170 hp	Automatic	130	8.7 s	143	58.9	£42,480
E 250 CDI AMG Sport	2,143 cc, 204 hp	Automatic	130	7.7 s	151	57.7	£44,100
E 350 BlueTEC AMG Sport	2,987 cc, 252 hp	Automatic	156	6.7 s	155*	47.9	£45,840
E 200 AMG Sport	1,991 cc, 184 hp	Automatic	148	8.2 s	146	44.1	£41,800

* Electronically limited

Source: Mercedes-Benz

May 22, 2013

2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe – UK Price £35,095

Mercedes-Benz UK has released the pricing of the new 2013 E-Class Coupe. It starts from £35,095 for the entry level E 220 CDI SE and goes up to £42,435 for the top-of-range E 350 BlueTEC AMG Sport.

The 2013 E-Class Coupe comes with significantly enhanced standard specification and a stylish new look as part of the most extensive model revision ever undertaken by Mercedes-Benz.

The luxurious Coupe is now up to 21 % more efficient and feature the most advanced technology ever created for the Mercedes-Benz range of vehicles, including the introduction of the new Stereo Multi-Purpose Camera, which features two ‘eyes’ to produce a 3D view of up to 50-metres in front to aid many of the new or upgraded safety systems.

The engine range includes a 2.2 liter diesel with 170HP (125 kW) for E 220 CDI, a 2.2 liter with 204HP (150 kW) for E 250 CDI, a 3.0 liter twin-turbo diesel with 252HP (185 kW) for E350 BlueTEC AMG Sport. Last, but not least the petrol 2.0 liter with 184HP (135 kW) in E 200 AMG Sport.

The standard specification includes COMAND Online with Media Interface, DAB digital radio, a new speed-sensitive electric power Direct Steering system that improves CO₂ and fuel consumption, new partial LED headlights, Active Park Assist, Attention Assist and Collision Prevention Assist.

In addition, the SE benefits from 17” five twin-spoke alloy wheels, a new front apron with single lamella Sport grille, leather upholstery with heated front seats and dark aluminium trim.

The AMG Sport models are enhanced by 18” twin-spoke alloy wheels, upgraded front brakes featuring branded calipers and perforated discs, new AMG bodystyling, visible twin-pipe exhaust, leather upholstery with multi-contour heated front seats, an AMG steering wheel in nappa leather with flattened bottom section and AMG floor mats.

For new AMG Sport models, there is the option of upgrading to the AMG Sport Plus package (available from October 2013, priced at £1,795), consisting of 19” AMG bi-colour alloy wheels, an AMG boot spoiler in body colour, red seat belts, AMG Sports seats in Artico/Dinamica with red stitching, AMG steering wheel with red stitching, AMG floor mats with red edging and red stitching on the door panels, centre console and armrest.

The option list includes the new full LED Intelligent Light System (£1,280), new Aragonite Silver metallic paint (from October 2013, priced at £645) and new leather upholstery colours in Espresso Brown, Deep Sea Blue and Bengal Red.

Coupe engine data

Model	Tech Data	Transmission	g/km of CO₂	0-62 mph	Top mph	Comb. mpg	OTR
E 220 CDI SE	2,143 cc, 170 hp	Manual	123	8.5 s	146	60.1	£35,095
E 220 CDI SE	2,143 cc, 170 hp	Automatic	126	8.3 s	145	58.9	£36,615

E 220 CDI AMG Sport	2,143 cc, 170 hp	Manual	126	8.5 s	146	60.1	£37,590
E 220 CDI AMG Sport	2,143 cc, 170 hp	Automatic	129	8.3 s	145	58.9	£39,110
E 250 CDI AMG Sport	2,143 cc, 204 hp	Automatic	129	7.3 s	153	57.7	£40,730
E 350 BlueTEC AMG Sport	2,987 cc, 252 hp	Automatic	150	6.4 s	155*	49.6	£42,435
E 200 AMG Sport	1,991 cc, 184 hp	Automatic	140	7.8 s	149	47.1	£38,415

* Electronically limited

Source: Mercedes-Benz

May 22, 2013

Alfa Romeo Giulietta Collezione Limited Edition

Alfa Romeo has announced a new special series Collezione range in its Giulietta line-up. The Collezione features a distinctive contrast roof as standard – unique in the class – together with premium body styling, elegant interior touches, dynamic powerplants and upgraded specification.

2013 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Collezione Limited Edition is available in three nice colours: Solid Black, Alfa Red and Ghiaccio White. Completing the dynamic look are 17” Titanium finish alloy wheels, titanium effect wing mirrors and darkened headlight surrounds and chrome door handles.

The interior features new black and red competizione cloth upholstery – a distinctive fabric with contrasting stitching and titanium finish inserts on the door inserts, central console and dashboard. For driver comfort and air conditioning and Blue&Me come as standard on the Collezione.

The engine range includes four power units – a 1.4 liter TB with 120HP (88 kW), a 1.4 liter TB MultiAir with 170HP (125 kW) and two diesel variants – 1.6 liter JTDM-2 with 105HP (77 kW) and 2.0 liter JTDM-2 with 140HP (103 kW). Emissions are from just 114g/km CO₂ and fuel economy is up to 64.2mpg on a combined cycle.

The Limited Edition Collezione range is priced from just £18,265.

Source: Alfa Romeo

May 22, 2013

Hamann Pink Range Rover Sport

If you have always wanted a Pink Range Rover Sport, here is your chance. The tuning company Hamann has released more details about this striking… and strange project based on the latest Range Rover Sport.

The big pink SUV was introduced at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. It comes with a new front spoiler with built-in LED DRLs, a front hood and front wings from carbon fiber, widened panels for the rear wheel wings and door fixtures, and a pair of wide side skirts (+ 80mm).

At the rear, there is a revised rear spoiler which integrates the end pipes of the rear silencer. Other changes include an electronic lowering module which brings the Range Rover closer to the ground by 40mm

The Pink Range Rover Sport rolls 23” forged rims in Edition Race or Unique Forged style fitted with 305/30 R23 tires.

The interior comes with a new velour floor mats and new door sill trims featuring the tuner’s logo. Different upholstery options are available upon request as well as different materials such as Alcantara, leather, aluminum, carbon fiber and stainless steel.

Source: Hamann

May 22, 2013

2014 Mitsubishi Attrage – 4.5 liters per 100 km

Mitsubishi has announced 2014 Attrage, which is expected to hit the market in Thailand in July, this year.

The small car is a production version of the G4 concept and will deliver “driving pleasure thanks to agility and pleasing driving dynamics.”

The exterior features a prominent grille, sweptback headlights and some chrome accents. There are also a set of small alloy wheels fitted with normal tires for good ride comfort. The side mirrors come with integrated turn signals.

The interior boasts generous rear seat leg space and large door openings for easy entry.

The 2014 Attrage will be powered by a 1.2-liter MIVEC engine with a 5-speed manual or a CVT (continuously variable transmission). The fuel consumption is 4.5 L/100km ( 51.7 mpg US / 62.1 mpg UK).

Source: Mitsubishi

May 22, 2013

Petrolicious: Ferrari 512 BBi Is A Piece of Art [VIDEO]

Everyone gets always excited when they hear the word Ferrari. It carries some special magic in itself and makes us dreaming about the exquisite models of the Italian brand. Maybe you have heard about Holger Schubert and his office/garage.

In fact, he has made his living place an exhibition hall in which the pieces of art are vehicles. In this current Petrolicious video we are to see how one of his cars – namely the Ferrari 512 BBi is taking a central part in the interior of the house.

For Schubert, regarding architecture and design, his tastes are absolutely focused towards everything being as minimal as possible. For this reason he has chosen to put the Ferrari model in front of a white wall in his home, thus reminding the spectators of a blank white canvas with a piece of art in front of it.

As a matter of fact, he took his work-of-art BB 512i and built everything around it. As any showcased work of art deserves to be, Holger’s car is in the spotlight and on the pedestal that is the studio garage, which was designed and built for the specific purpose of working and living alongside the Ferrari.

To go even further into details, the BB 512i was produced in 1981 and the horsepower it delivers are 340 hp (254 kW) at 6000 rpm. The torque is estimated around 333 lb•ft (451 N•m) at 4200 rpm. The car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in only 5.4 seconds on its way to a maximum speed of 160 mph (260 km/h).

You can vide the video below and get your impressions from Holger’s story. He shares the details of his car and space, which is built with a special 16-foot driveway bridge, a ramp to roll the car outside to start, and some of the best views a vehicle can take in of the Pacific Ocean.

httpv://youtu.be/Dt7uQr0YiUs

Video Source: YouTube

Soure: Petrolicious

May 22, 2013

2014 Toyota Corolla Teased

Toyota has just released the first teaser image of the forthcoming and strongly anticipated 2014 Corolla in their official Facebook page. The brand has also disclosed that the new model will be officially launched on 6th of June.

What is rumored already around the 2014 model is that it is going to look like the Toyota Corolla Furia Concept which debuted in the beginning of this year at the 2013 NAIAS. The current photograph that has been released shows part of the rear of the new Corolla S. It is obvious that the shape of the taillights is similar to those of the Furia.

In addition, over the internet it is rumored that the 2014 model will be equipped with a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine probably mated to a four-speed automatic transmission as a standard. However, there will be probably an optional six-speed manual transmission. It is expected that the fuel economy will be enhanced as well as the CO2 emissions reduced.

According to the previous year model, we are also expecting to see four trim levels: Base, LE, S and ECO. All in all, we are definitely more eager to see what the new 2014 Toyota Corolla will look like, as well as to read about its specifications and everything new included. Only one thing left – to wait until 6th of June to see what the Japanese brand has prepared for us this year.

Picture Source: Toyota Official Facebook Page

May 22, 2013

Jaguar-Inspired Artwork Unveiled At Clerkenwell Design Week

Jaguar as an artwork – yes, many consider the models of the iconic brand an art, however this time the focus falls on a stunning new art installation. The latter has been inspired by Jaguar design and created by Ewan Gallimore and Claire Miller who are students at Royal College of Art.

They work has been revealed to the opening of the Clerkenwell Design Week in London. Of course, the installation was created by RCA students in association with Jaguar’s Advance Design team in Whitley, Coventry. Both teams have used many of the technologies and facilities utilized in the creation of Jaguar concept cars and production designs. The brand is one of the main sponsors of Clerkenwell Design Week.

The aim of the teams was to create a “study” which expresses their vision of future Jaguar Design Language in either a sports or luxury context. According to Ewan and Claire, they wanted to create something truly special to catch the eye of company’s Design. The installation relates to the Jaguar’s sculptural volumes, bespoke materials and visual lightness, and moreover it expresses a seamless transition between interior and exterior space.

Source: Jaguar

May 22, 2013

2013 Lotus Exige S Roadster Adds More Summer Excitement

2013 Lotus Exige S Roadster will raise the spirits of this summer by its exceptional visual characteristics and new character. It stems from its coupé counterpart – the Exige S and keeps all of the race-bred sports car attributes.

With this convertible, Lotus is completing the Exige line-up and enhances the track focused collection by providing a new facet to the range. To be more precise this cabrio sportscar is powered by the same 3.5L V6 unit which we have seen in the coupé variants, however weighing in at 10kg less than the Exige S at 1166 kg.

The factory-fitted soft top vehicle accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in only 4.0 seconds, due to the capability of generating 345 hp (254 kW) at 7000 rpm and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque at 4500 rpm. This basically means that the Roadster matches the coupé’s mechanical performance and in addition has the same price – £52 900.

As a matter of fact, Lotus Exige S Roadster will deliver the lucky driver the perfect “joy” ride. The model is also available with the full list of options and extras found in the coupe variant, but adds additional interior option of quilted leather seats and door trim details.

Lotus Exige S Roadster at a glance:

Max Power: 345 hp (254 kW) at 7000 rpm
Max Torque: 295 lb ft (400 Nm) at 4500 rpm
0 – 60 mph 3.8 seconds
0 – 100 km/h 4.0 seconds
Max Speed: 145 mph (233 km/h)
Weight: 1166 kg

Lotus Exige S Roadster in details:

Engine: Mid-mounted, transverse 3.5 litre DOHC V6 VVTi, 24-valve equipped with Harrop HTV 1320 Supercharger
Transmission: 6 speed manual with sports ratios
Suspension: Fully independent double wishbone suspension with front and rear anti-roll bar; Bilstein high performance gas dampers and Eibach coaxial springs
Braking and Dynamic systems:
- AP-Racing four-piston callipers with ventilated and cross drilled cast-iron discs.
- Lotus / BOSCH Developed ABS/ESP system
- Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)
- Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)
- Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
- Lotus Dynamic Performance Management (Lotus DPM)
Wheels and Tyres: Lightweight cast alloy wheels (17” front and 18” rear) clad with Pirelli P-Zero Corsa tyres.
Fuel Consumption and CO2 Emissions: urban 19.5 mpg – 14.5 litres / 100km; extra urban 37.2 mpg – 7.6 litres / 100km; combined – 28.0 mpg – 10.1 litres / 100km; CO2 emissions 236 g CO2 / km.

Source: Lotus

May 22, 2013

Alpine-White Hamann Mi5Sion based on BMW F10 M5

Hamann has introduced their tuning package for the BMW F10 M5. The 5^th generation of the M5 has grown up but is more conservative. Now, HAMANN turns on the tap again. “Mi5Sion” makes no compromises, and the top-notch racer finally looks how he always was meant to look.

The exterior boasts a complete aerodynamics package from carbon fiber including roof spoiler, wings, side skirts and door fixtures. The wide body kit adds 30mm on both sides, along with a new rear apron, custom wheels, front LEDs and a built-in diffuser with two stainless steel tailpipes on both sides of the rear silencer.

Hamann Mi5Sion rolls a set of 21” forged wheels fitted with 265 mm front and 305 mm rear tires. The wheels fit perfectly into their housings since the sport suspension brings the HAMANN M5 35 mm closer to the asphalt.

The leather in the cockpit presents itself with the same alpine-white as the Mi5Sion‘s exterior paint. A special highlight is the carbon embossing, which flawlessly fits with the exterior design. The pedals including footrest and door sill trim are made of aluminium and don’t lack on sporty looks either.

The power coming from the 4.4 liter twin-turbocharged V8 is not changed – 560HP (412 kW) and 680Nm (502 lb-ft) of toque. 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds and a top speed of 305 km/h (190 mph).

Source: Hamann

May 21, 2013

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