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Volkswagen Golf GTI tuned by BBM

Meet Andrea Friedrich – a qualified race driving obtained her A-license at the Rennfahrer-Schule.com under the guidance of Michael Holz and Peter Bonk from “Bonk Motorsport”. Andrea is driving a Golf V GTI 2.0 TFSI Club Sport tuned by BBM Motorsport.

The race toy is powered by the well-known 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol engine boosted to 336HP (247 kW) and 460Nm (341 lb-ft) of torque. The result is thanks to a new K04 turbocharger, complete sports exhaust system by Supersprint and a big double-DIN charge air cooler. Of course, the car is carefully tuned at the in-house Dynojet dynamometer. 0-100 km/h in 5.1 seconds and a top speed of 275 km/h (171 mph). The kerb weight of the car is just 1,270kg.

Other upgrades include a sport clutch by ZF, a set of TEC-rims 8J x 18” ET35 fitted with semi-slick tires in dimensions – 225/40 R18.

The car stands on KW Club Sport coilover adjustable suspension. The stopping power is granted by a Stoptech brake system with massive discs in the size of 355 x 32 mm and 4-Piston Calipers.

The exterior boasts a mat baby blue foil by Bruxsafol, professionally applied by Jaded Design, while the interior features safety belts, race seats and some other details for additional safety.

The price for complete rebuild is at €19,500 including installation.

Source: Volkswagen

October 12, 2012

2013 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S – 550HP and 750Nm

Porsche has introduced the most powerful Cayenne ever. The new 2013 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S comes with 550HP and 750Nm of torque. It also features complex active chassis offering unique driving performance.

Despite the additional power, the 2013 Cayenne Turbo S achieves NEDC fuel consumption of 11.5 litres per 100 km is the same as that of the Cayenne Turbo. The new Turbo S model accelerates 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and has a top speed of 283 km/h, which is 0,2 seconds faster than Cayenne Turbo.

The new Turbo S is all about driving performance, so it comes with combination of an air suspension and active PASM damping control. There is also the Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC), which reduces the roll angle in curves to practically zero, improving agility and comfort equally. Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus), which is also standard, operates with torque vectoring at the rear wheels together with an electronically controlled rear differential lock, which improves traction and therefore offers more agility in every driving situation.

All this systems helps you not only be safer on the road, but to be incredibly fast – on-road, off-road and of course at the race track.

The exterior of Cayenne Turbo S boasts air inlet screens, headlight housings and mirror parts painted in high-gloss black. The ride rolls 21” 911 Turbo II wheels with coloured Porsche badges. The SUV is also equipped with the Sport Chrono package as standard. Nice!

The interior is also impressive – bi-colour leather packages specially created from Porsche designers. There are black/carrera red or black/luxor beige colour combinations. The Carbon interior package complements the leather features and highlights the sophistication of vehicle and materials.

The price for this toy is staggering – €151,702. The first deliveries are expected in January next year, so if you have a spare €150k for an SUV, this is your vehicle!

Source: Porsche

October 12, 2012

Revozport Mercedes-Benz C63 RBS II [video]

Revozport has released some picture and a teaser video of their latest project – C63 RBS II styling package for Mercedes C63 AMG. The three models – saloon, estate and coupe will get upgrades from the tuning company.

The package features a lot of new components – a new front splitter, a pair of side skirts and a new ventilated front hood. There is also a new rear diffuser and a trunk-mounted lip spoiler. All components are made from carbon fiber for maximum strength and lightweight. Other interesting improvements are carbon fiber elements in the engine bay and sports exhaust system giving not only nice sound, but some additional HP.

Revozport Mercedes-Benz C63 RBS II looks really aggressive, especially the coupe version.

Stay tuned for more information!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6N5Equ9NLWo

Source: Revozport

October 12, 2012

Lexus LFA Goes Pink in Support of Brest Cancer Awareness

In support of the National Breast Cancer Awareness month this October, Lexus of Brisbane decided to go pink. In brand’s showroom and the dealership in the city can now be seen the $700 000 LFA Supercar painted in the emblematic for the cause pink color.

As a matter of fact, the Brisbane-based LFA will be the only pink version which will appear in Australia, and most possibly – in the world. Of course, as we all know, the model is unmatched in its track-focused performance and hand-crafted quality.

Being a true LFA it has innate great speed and handling. In details, the car is equipped with the 4.8-litre V10 engine, form which it draws maxim power of 562 hp (420kW). This means that the LFA accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in only 3.7-second. The tops speed is 202 mph (325 km/h).

The engine has forged aluminum pistons, forged titanium connecting rods, and solid titanium valves. The 4.8 litre V10 unit was especially created for Lexus LFA with collaborative partnership between Toyota Motor Corporation and the Japanese specialist engineering company.

Lexus of Brisbane dealer principal Andrew Scifleet said that about this initiative the following; “Along with donations, auction items and support of the Fainga’a Twins Charity Golf Day, going pink is our way reminding all of Brisbane that October is the month of Breast Cancer Awareness.”

Source: Lexus

October 12, 2012

2012 Nissan Bolt GT-R to be Auctioned for Usain Bolt Foundation

2012 Nissan Bolt GT-R is a special limited edition model developed by the Olympic champion Usain Bolt. The purpose of the one-off gold GT-R is charity and in particular the car will be auctioned for the Usain Bolt Foundation.

The unique Nissan model is embossed with Bolt’s signature and includes interior fittings finished in real gold. The good news is that this model won’t be the last that we will see.

In fact, Bolt’s partnership with the Japanese brand includes his cooperation with Nissan product specialists on a limited-edition run. Of course – only on GT-R models. They will be available throughout the world and the details about this project will be announced at a later stage.

The resources from the auction will be utilized in order to create opportunities for children and young people in the Olympic Champion’s home of Jamaica.

Appointed Nissan’s new “Director of Excitement”, Bolt said: “Racing is my inspiration, and I want to help Nissan become an even more exciting brand for everyone.”

Source: Nissan

October 12, 2012

2013 Acura ZDX Facelift US – Price $50,920

The innovative and stylish Acura ZDX crossover vehicle, introduced in 2009, will receive numerous styling and technology enhancements for the 2013 model year, which will be the final year on the market for ZDX as the Acura brand sharpens its focus on new models and core products, the company announced today.

The 2013 ZDX will receive several new features, including a redesigned front grille, front and rear parking sensors, power folding side mirrors and safety features such as Forward Collision Warning (FCW) and Lane Departure Warning (LDW). The 2013 Acura ZDX will go on sale October 19, 2012, with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) starting at $50,920*.

“People shopping for a luxury crossover vehicle will find the Acura ZDX an even more attractive product,” said Jeff Conrad, vice president and general manager of the Acura Division. “Moving forward, we will continue to advance the Acura lineup with a focus on new core models, like the recently redesigned RDX and the upcoming all-new RLX flagship sedan, that provide the ideal balance of performance and fuel efficiency that is right for each product and a driving experience that is dynamic and emotional.”

The ZDX is built in the same Alliston, Ontario plant as the Acura MDX, which shares the platform with ZDX. As a result, ZDX production will be discontinued in conjunction with the transfer of the popular MDX to the company’s Lincoln, Alabama plant in early 2013 (as previously announced).

For 2013, the Acura ZDX will be sold as a single, valued-added package offering clients greater value on a luxury scale. Robust features now standard on the 2013 ZDX include the 435-watt Acura/ELS Surround® 10-speaker audio system with 15 GB hard disk drive (HDD) memory, Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition^TM, 8-inch high-resolution VGA display, multi-view rear view camera, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® wireless telephone interface, ventilated and heated front seats with perforated premium Milano leather seating surfaces, Keyless Access System (with Smart Entry and pushbutton ignition) and dual-zone automatic climate control system.

The ZDX will receive several new exterior features for 2013, such as a redesigned front grille, front and rear bumpers with integrated parking sensors, power-folding auto-dimming side mirrors and a dark accent on the wheels for a sportier finish. The interior receives a new trim finish on the center console and a high contrast interior option.

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) are two new safety features for the 2013 ZDX. The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system can detect vehicles ahead of the ZDX. If the FCW system determines that a collision is possible with a detected vehicle, it provides the driver with visual and audio alerts to encourage avoidance actions. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) uses a camera mounted between the windshield and the rear-view mirror to detect lane lines on the road. If the driver begins to drift out of a detected lane without using the turn indicator, the system will provide the driver with visual and audible alerts.

The 2013 ZDX is equipped with an all-aluminum 3.7-liter V-6 engine that develops 300 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque. Performance is further enhanced by the ZDX’s Sequential SportShift 6-speed automatic transmission that is designed to satisfy the most discerning enthusiast drivers. The 2013 ZDX EPA city/highway/combined fuel mileage is rated at 16/23/19 mpg**.

For customers seeking a great balance of utility and performance Acura will continue to offer vehicles in the luxury crossover space with the 5-passenger RDX and the TSX Sport Wagon. Acura also will continue to provide ZDX customers with a high-level of service and parts support throughout the life of their vehicles.

U.S. sales of Acura models increased 43.5 percent in September and rose nearly 30 percent to 115,773 units for the first nine-months of 2012, the Acura brand’s best nine-month sales results since 2008. The Acura TL sedan, along with the MDX, RDX and TSX Sport Wagon crossover vehicles, have each posted double-digit gains for the year to date, including an 85.7-percent rise in sales of the redesigned RDX and a 25.2-percent gain for the TSX Sport Wagon. The all-new Acura ILX continues to gain momentum, posting its fifth consecutive monthly increase on September sales of 1,737 units.

Acura will debut its all-new 2014 Acura RLX luxury sedan on November 28, 2012, at the Los Angeles International Auto Show. The new Acura flagship sedan will employ an array of new technologies unique to Acura, including the Precision All Wheel Steer^TM system, the next-generation AcuraLink® Communication System, and the all-new Jewel Eye^TM LED headlamps to deliver an entirely new level of performance, sophistication and comfort.

Equipped with new features and safety technologies, the 2013 Acura ZDX Facelift is priced at $50,920.

Source: Acura

October 11, 2012

Ford Fusion range at the 2012 SEMA

The Tjin Edition Ford Fusion

Why it’s cool: The Tjin Edition Ford Fusion is the perfect blend between performance and luxury, modified with some of the best aftermarket products available. The exterior features a custom DuPont Beige paint job, 3dCarbon lip kit, Webasto sunroof, and LightWurkZ headlights and fog lights. The interior has been highly modified by Katzkin interiors, featuring a complete sound system by Scosche Audio. Performance has been upgraded by a Unique Fabrication/ Vibrant turbo kit and custom side-exit MagnaFlow exhaust. Finishing off the Tjin Edition Fusion are a custom set of 21″ iForged Concave wheels, Falken tires, Baer big brakes and Pedders coil-over suspension upgrades.

2013 Ford Fusion, 2.0L EcoBoost, Six-Speed SelectShift Automatic, AWD – Built by MRT Performance

Why it’s cool: Building on the sporty style of the 2013 Ford Fusion, MRT has prepared a fun and stylish street performer that will catch your eye, while the performance stance and sounds from the Eco-Flow exhaust will keep your attention. When it comes to street performance, MRT will balance styling, chassis, and powertrain to remove any questions that the new Ford Fusion is top choice for sedan customers.

2013 Ford Fusion, 2.0L EcoBoost, Six-Speed SelectShift Automatic, AWD - Built by MRT Performance

2013 Ford Fusion, 1.6L EcoBoost, Six-Speed Manual Transmission – Built by Ice Nine Group

Why it’s cool: Inspired by the V8 Supercar Series, Ice Nine Group’s 2013 Fusion features road race styling and performance for the street. From the slammed race car stance to the cutting edge color and graphics package, Ice Nine’s Fusion not only looks the part it also performs. Drive it to the track, rip some laps and drive home in style!

2013 Ford Fusion, 1.6L EcoBoost, Six-Speed Manual Transmission - Built by Ice Nine Group

2013 Ford Fusion, 2.0L EcoBoost, Six-Speed SelectShift Automatic, AWD – Built by 3dCarbon – Air Design

Why it’s cool: 3dCarbon – Air Design – all new 2013 “Euro Series” Fusion is a perfect amalgamation of style and performance. Inspired by the elegant, sophisticated styling of classic European sedans, the all-new 3dCarbon body kit accentuates the all-new Fusion’s elegant, new silhouette, visually lowering, and transforming it into a striking sedan that would be a head turner on the Autobahn, or any road.

2013 Ford Fusion, 2.0L EcoBoost, Six-Speed SelectShift Automatic, AWD - Built by 3dCarbon - Air Design

Source: Ford

October 11, 2012

Suzuki Swift Sport Concept at 2012 AIMS

Suzuki Australia will be celebrating the depth and heritage of its entire brand offering at the 2012 Australian International Motor Show with products from Suzuki Cars, Motorcycles and Marine on display.

The headlining act of the Suzuki stand will definitely be a vehicle though with a one-off Suzuki Swift from its chief engineer Naoyuki Takeuchi taking centre stage and giving an insight into the future design and engineering for Suzuki‘s number one vehicle globally.

Joining the one-off Swift on stand will be Suzuki’s current range of best-selling automobiles including the full SX4 and Grand Vitara ranges as well as some of its popular motorcycles and a 7m bowrider boat outfitted with a 175hp Suzuki engine.

Suzuki will be the only exhibitor at the 2012 Australian International Motor Show with offerings from its full contingent of transport options on display.

What prompted the idea of a shared stand for 2012 was the success of the advertising campaign celebrating the engineering partnership between its legendary Hayabusa motorcycle and its new luxury sports sedan, the Kizashi – with both on display.

“It’s great what Suzuki Australia will be doing at this year’s Motor Show. We find some visitors to the Show are extremely interested in what particular exhibitors offer in all of their fields, not just in automotive,” said Russ Tyrie, Event Director.

“Visitors to the Motor Show will be able to see the full range of Suzuki vehicles including an exciting one-off concept Swift, but also examples of what else the company offers in the motorcycle and marine markets.”

Alongside the Hayabusa, Suzuki Motorcycles will also have on display the championship-winning GSX-R1000 sportsbike from Josh Waters who recently claimed the 2012 Australian Superbike Championship as well as its versatile V-Strom 650 adventure tourer.

The 2012 Australian International Motor Show will be held at the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour and will open daily at 10am from October 19 to 28.

Source: Suzuki

October 11, 2012

2013 Nissan Pathfinder with Announced Pricing

2013 Nissan Pathfinder was revealed in the beginning of August conveying entirely new design philosophy and purposeful style. We have seen that the popular family adventure-ready SUV is now going to deliver more comfort, fuel economy and thoughtful technology.

In addition, this Nissan model is available in 4WD and 2WD drive configurations and in four models: S, SV, SL and Platinum. In fact, the Pathfinder made the switch from body-on-frame to unibody construction, and still keeping the highest standard towing rating in its class (5000-lb.).

What’s also prominent for this vehicle is that it also delivers best-in-class passenger volume and fuel economy rated at 26 mpg Highway / 20 mpg City and 22 mpg Combined for the 2WD model and 25 mpg Highway / 19 mpg City and 21 mpg Combined for the 4WD model.

The new model also includes wide range of equipment featuring the EZ Flex Seating System™ with LATCH AND GLIDE™, an industry first 2nd row tip-up seat which allows easy 3rd row access with a child safety seat still installed, along with Easy Fill Tire Alert and Around View Monitor.

More importantly, the unit under the hood is the advanced 260 horsepower (191 kW) 3.5-liter DOHC V6 engine matched with a next-generation Xtronic CVT® (Continuously Variable Transmission).

It is also the only vehicle in its class with selectable 2WD, Auto or 4WD Lock modes from the available intuitive ALL-MODE 4×4-i system. In addition, the independent strut front/multi-link rear design with hydraulic electric power-assisted steering offers quiet and comfortable riding.

What come also as a standard here are the 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels. The one-of-a-kind 20-inch aluminum-alloy wheels offered with the Platinum model.

Furthermore, the interior is all-new as well. It includes comfortable seating for seven and people (in all three rows), including available leather-appointed seating. Next, the new Advanced Drive-Assist™ Display, positioned in the center of the instrument display between the tachometer and speedometer, includes a 4.0-inch color display.

There is also available an 8.0-inch touch-screen monitor that offers intuitive interaction and control. It features as a standard Nissan’s Navigation System, along with a variety of driver-selectable vehicle systems and settings.

Other elements of the equipment include leather-appointed seating, heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats, heated steering wheel, programmable Nissan Intelligent Key, Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System, 13-speaker Bose Premium Audio system, SiriusXM Satellite Radio (SiriusXM subscription required, sold separately), Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control, RearView Monitor, remote engine start, tri-zone entertainment system and Dual Panorama Moonroof.

2013 Nissan Pathfinder Pricing Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices:

Pathfinder S 2WD	$28,270 USD
Pathfinder SV 2WD	$31,530 USD
Pathfinder SL 2WD	$34,470 USD
Pathfinder Platinum 2WD	$39,170 USD
Pathfinder S 4WD	$29,870 USD
Pathfinder SV 4WD	$33,130 USD
Pathfinder SL 4WD	$36,070 USD
Pathfinder Platinum 4WD	$40,770 USD

Source: Nissan

October 11, 2012

Nissan Micra Range – Pricing Announced

Nissan Micra DIG-S is the new trim level in the Micra range which is affordable and yet very well equipped. The supermini Nissan model has a starting price of £7 995.

Nevertheless, despite the price the car features as a standard Bluetooth, auxiliary input for MP3 players, etc. Going up the range, the Acenta model has a starting price of £9 995 and adds the additional 15-inch alloys, air conditioning, front fog lamps and a leather steering wheel.

The Acenta Connect model adds to the previous equipment, the following: the award-winning Connect touchscreen satnav system combined with Bluetooth for hands-free telephone calls and music streaming. This one’s price begins at £10 495.

The most stylish model of the range – the new Micra ELLE – a special edition produced with the world’s leading women’s magazine, adds to the Acenta Connect specification climate control, a glass roof, painted 15-inch alloy wheels and ELLE badging as standard. The price it starts at £11 195.

At the top of the range – the Tekna model adds a glass roof, parking space measurement, rear parking sensors, automatic headlights, rain sensing wipers and climate control to the specification of the Acenta Connect. Despite the wide range of equipment, the price tag starts at £11 545.

The Micra range is equipped with either 80 hp (57 kW) 1.2-litre unit or a 98 hp (72 kW) 1.2-litre supercharged DIG-S unit. Both engines are three-cylinder petrol one, mated to a five-speed manual or CVT automatic transmission.

Source: Nissan

October 11, 2012

Lamborghini Perdigón Concept – Simply Breathtaking!

Lamborghini Perdigón Concept is an inspirational design worthy of carrying the Lamborghini badge, made by an independent designer working outside the brand. His name is Ondrej Jirec and surprisingly he is a final year Transport Design student at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California.

He decided to name his vision Lamborghini Perdigón, the latter word of which in Spanish stands for Pellet. In fact, Perdigón is actually named after a famous fighting bull. The concept obviously is stealth jet inspired and includes sharp angles and polygonal surfaces reminiscent of aircraft like the F117 Nighthawk and F22 Raptor.

One of the untypical design elements which the young student included is for example the large air intake mounted just below the windscreen. In particular, this features a fan-like design on the inside which gives it the appearance of a jet engine.

But take a look at the interior of the car! It is literally breathtaking! On the inside the Lamborghini Perdigón concept features a sharply styled and futuristic cabin which perfectly compliments the exterior.

The steering wheel is high-tech and multi-functional. There are positioned the digital display showing the gear selection, and couple of buttons and switches. The instrument cluster is envisioned small with the gauges deeply inset into their housings.

Furthermore, the high center console not only gives opportunity to the air to be funneled from the front air intake to the mid-mounted engine, but also is the place where what looks like i-Drive inspired control knobs are positioned. In addition it leads up to the central infotainment screen mounted towards the front of the dashboard.

News and Pictures Source: Ondrej Jirec via diseno-art.com

October 11, 2012

Tesla Model S vs BMW M5 F10 Drag Race [video]

BMW M5 F10 is currently one of the fastest four-door cars in the world. It crosses the finish line at ¼ mile in 11.9 seconds with 122 mph (196 km/h) terminal speed.

F10 M5 is powered by a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 with 560PS (412 kW) and 680Nm (502 lb-ft). It is mated to a 7-speed M Double Clutch Transmission. 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds, 0 to 200 km/h in 12.1 seconds and top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) electronically limited and 305 km/h (190 mph) with M Driver’s Package. The M5 F10 is 1990kg (4387 lbs).

On the other hand, the Tesla Model S is powered by a 416HP (310 kW) and 600Nm (443 lb-ft) of torque rear mounted electric motor. It is interesting that the electric motor has its full torque (600Nm) from the 1^st RPM. The car weighs 2105 kg (4640 lbs).

Although the Tesla S is underpowered, it manages to win this race. Still, we do not believe that, because the M5 driver made terrible start.

Check out the video below to see what happens!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vvHTN0Yi1t4