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Suzuki S-Cross: C-segment Crossover Concept

The S-Cross is a concept car by Suzuki, which will be officially presented at the upcoming 2012 Paris Motor Show. It will be held from 27 September to 14 October. The premiere will be 7.30 a.m. on 27 September at Hall 5.2 – Aisle B – Stand 509, where everything for this new vehicle in the C-segment will be revealed.

Suzuki will also be presenting its Alto, Splash, Swift, Swift Sport, SX4, Jimny, and Grand Vitara models.

Suzuki’s crossover concept S-Cross features an “Emotion x Quality x Aerodynamics” design theme, which is typified by distinctive dynamic lines which start on the front bumper, sweep across the doors, and continue to the rear of the body. Design elements which suggest stability and solidity also help create a cutting-edge crossover look.

Source: Suzuki

August 10, 2012

Ferrari Enzo with HRE Wheels On

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The extremely rare Ferrari Enzo is back for a bit of glory thanks to the guys at HRE Wheels. Yes, a set of brand new wheels can do miracles, refreshing the look and adding some appeal and performance.

For this particular Enzo, HRE have gone for their P43SC Series – 1-piece monoblocks that utilize an aerospace-grade forged aluminum and side cuts plus backpad pocketing in the name of less unsprung mass and rotational inertia. They can come in both, 19 and 20-inch sizes.

The Ferrari Enzo is limited to only 400 examples and it has been around for a while (2002). Underneath its skin, there’s a 6.0-liter V12, naturally aspirated engine that develops 651 hp and 657 Nm of torque. The former comes to you at 7,800 rpm. Zero to sixty mph is done in the astonishing time of 3.1 seconds. Zero to a hundred mph – 6.6 seconds. The highest recorded speed in it stands at 221 mph. Time to see if a new pair of shoes does the trick of improving these figures. Ferrari-Enzo-HRE-Wheels-medium-2

Source: HRE Wheels

August 10, 2012

SR Auto Ferrari 458 Italia – Project Ice Blade

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This is one of those SR Auto project that actually make sense. “Ice Blade” they call it and it involves a no longer immaculate Ferrari 458 Italia. It has a full body kit that’s predominantly of carbon fiber, some new wheels and even a lowering suspension.

From top to bottom, the piano black roof complements the Novitec carbon fiber mirrors and carbon fiber door handles. The front lip spoiler and splitters too come in carbon fiber. Further back, there are the Novitec side skirts and at the back we get a carbon fiber diffuser and spoiler. Then we get to the wheels. A set of PUR 4OUR DEPTH dubbed “Davinci Red” – 21-inch at the front and 22-at the back. With their red lining, the white wheel arches feel rather complete, especially when we take into considoration the Basics lowering system that’s been shoved in as well.

That’s the SR Auto Ferrari 458 Italia Ice Blade in a nut shell. Does it work for you?

Source: SR Auto

August 9, 2012

Chrysler 300C SRT-8 vs Cadillac CTS-V and BMW M6 ESS VT3 [HD video]

Here is an interesting drag racing battle (1 mile) between a powerful Chrysler 300C SRT-8 powered by enormous 7.0 liter supercharged V8 with 950HP (699 kW) and a stock Cadilac CTS-V having a 6.2 liter supercharged V8 with 564HP (415kW) and 747Nm (551 lb-ft). 0-60mph in 4.0 seconds and top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.

Although the CTS-V makes nice start with reaction time of 0.587 seconds and 60 ft in 2.241 seconds, the mighty Chrysler won the drag with 12.164 seconds at ¼ mile with 206.77 km/h and 28.333 seconds at 1 mile with 312.22 km/h.

The second race of the 300C SRT-8 is going against a “rocket” – BMW M6 ESS VT3 with highly tuned V10 engine delivering 900HP (662 kW).

Here the Chrysler does not stand a chance against the BMW. Again, the 300C had bad reaction time, but it didn’t manage to cope with the M6. The BMW stopped the clock at 11.842 seconds for a ¼ mile with 209 km/h and 28.015 seconds with 308 km/h for 1 mile.

Check out the video below!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WveYp_jLVr4

Source: Dragtimesinfo via Youtube

August 9, 2012

2013 Buick Verano Turbo US – Price $29,990

The 2013 Buick Verano Turbo luxury sedan is priced from $29,990, including a destination charge of $885.

The turbocharged Verano has an Ecotec 2.0 litre four-cylinder engine with direct injection and CVVT. It produces 250HP (187 kW) at 5300 rpm and 353 Nm (260 lb-ft.) of torque at 2000 rpm.

0-100 km/h in 6.2 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox or 6-speed automatic transmission available as an option.

The fuel economy is good – 31 mpg on the highway and 20 mpg in city.

In addition to its 2.0L engine, dual exhaust, sport pedals and rear spoiler, standard equipment for the Verano Turbo includes IntelliLink connectivity, a Bose 9-speaker audio system, leather-appointed upholstery, push-button start, rear park assist and rearview camera, radar-based side blind zone alert and rear cross-traffic alert, heated front seats and a heated steering wheel. A power sunroof and navigation are optional.

“Buick Verano continues to build momentum in the marketplace with eight straight months of sales increases since launch,” commented Tony DiSalle, vice president of Buick marketing.

“The new Verano Turbo increases the performance of an already capable luxury sedan while continuing to offer customers the smart, purposeful technology they expect.”, he added.

With the arrival of this new model, Buick will offer three different models with turbocharged engines and optional six-speed manual transmissions, including the Regal Turbo and Regal GS luxury sport sedans. The 2013 Buick Encore luxury crossover, on sale early next year, will feature a standard turbocharged engine.

Source: Buick

August 9, 2012

Lexus GS F Sport tuned by Wald International

Wald International has announced their tuning program for the GS F Sport by Lexus. The car was recently introduced and the tuning company started working on it immediately. The tuning program includes only styling modifications.

The aerodynamics package includes a new front lip spoiler, a pair of new side skirts and a rear bumper insert. There are also carbon fiber reinforced plastic spoilers and sets of 19” or 20” alloy wheels fitted with low profile Bridgestone Potenza tires.

Lexus GS F Sport is powered by a 3.5 liter V6 with 310HP (228 kW) and 375Nm (277 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a 6-speed automatic gearbox. 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

Source: Wald International

August 9, 2012

2012 Audi R8 Exclusive Selection Editions specially for US

Audi has announced the 2012 R8 Exclusive Selection Editions, which will be produced solely for the US market. The manufacturer will make several kinds of the special edition R8 and only 20 units – R8 V8 and 30 units – R8 V10 vehicles will be produced.

The R8s will come in Daytona Gray matte exterior, a black grille surround, a carbon fiber exterior including splitter and diffuser, red brake calipers, 19” 5-arm titanium double spoke wheels wrapped in high-performance tires, black exhaust tips and the tail lamps from the R8 GT.

The interior boasts an exclusive leather finish with Crimson Red elements and contrast stitching. There is also a new multi-function steering wheel wrapped in leather. A SAT NAV system is also present.

The V8 versions will come with 4.2 liter FSI engine with 436HP (320 kW) at 7900RPM and 427Nm (316 lb-ft) of torque at just 4500RPM.

The V10 models will have Ibis white finish with a Brilliant Black look for the exterior mirrors, sideblade, rear license plate surround, along with 19” bi-color e-Tron wheels and the R8 GT tail lamps.

The interior features a new steering wheel, Navigation surround, carbon fiber cockpit and some white elements.

The engine is a 5.2 liter FSI with 532HP (391 kW) at 8000RPM and 529Nm (391 lb-ft) at 6500RPM.

Both models come with a 6-speed manual gearbox and the automatic R-tronic transmission is available as an option.

Source: Audi

August 9, 2012

Nissan Project 370Z [three videos]

Nissan has revealed their interesting project – the one-off 2013 370Z coupe. The name is “Project 370Z”. The Japanese automaker has collaborated with Facebook followers in order to bring several performance and styling upgrades to the sports coupe.

There are three nice videos, where every step of the tuning is carefully revealed. The engine is boosted by a new Greddy turbocharger kit increasing the ovrall power up to 500HP (368 kW), instead of the factories 332HP (246 kW). The stage 1 also features a new sports coilover suspension coming from KW, a Greddy Ti-C catback exhaust system and a big StopTech Brake kit for maximum stopping power.

The stage 2 features cosmetic changes like a a new gear shifter and steering wheel, new gauges, Recaro sport seats and new upholstery for the door panels.

The exterior boasts a set of enormous VOLK 19” alloy wheels fitted with low-profile performance tires. The whole car is wrapped around in a matte grey foil bringing nice colour.

Enjoy the videos!

Project 370Z

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcmzuYG2JSI

STAGE I

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63Q-XwzpcLo

STAGE II

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ul-5yBSGnrU

Source: NissanUSA via Youtube

August 9, 2012

A Special Audi RS5 For the Pikes Peak Climb

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Audi have released this image to the public in connection with the annual Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC) that’s due next week – a 12 mile climb to the summit of Pikes Peak in Colorado. Between the contenders and the 1,440 m altitude finish line weave more than 156 bends. Obviously, Audi plan to surprise us with whatever this quattro incarnation is.

The current road going RS5 is an impressive coupe enough – a 4.2-liter V8 FSI unit underneath its shell that produces 444 hp and 430 Nm of torque. A 7-speed “S tronic” dual clutch semi-automatic channels the power to all four wheels via the iconic and clever quattro AWD system that has been around since the 80s.

All of that raises the bar of expectation a lot. Audi have a history on the PPIHC (two records and a couple of gold and silver medals) and do not intend to throw it away. That’s why the also want us to watch this:

httpv://youtu.be/_B8fnteyMpU

Soruce: Audi

Video Source: Audi via YouTube

August 8, 2012

BMW E92 M3 Crash [HD video]

Rear wheel drive and V8 in front is very bad combination, especially when the road conditions are severe. This is about to learn the driver of BMW E92 M3 in the video below. After fast overtaking of another vehicle on the right, the BMW runs into a large patch of water, causing the car to spin and hit the center divider. Although the BMW has an intelligent Dynamic Stability Control safety system, it can’t help wreckless drivers, who drive with over 100 mph on wet roads.

Despite the severity of the accident, thank God everybody in the BMW is OK and no one is seriously injured.

This accident is a perfect example why we should drive cautiously when the road conditions are not good, especially if we drive a powerful car capable of doing 100 mph in several seconds.

Check out the video below to see how € 72 900 car becomes a pile of metal in a second.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GnKE-f7y_Ao

Source: ChasesAndCrashes via Youtube

August 8, 2012

RenaultSport Megane 265 Trophy by K-Tec Racing

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K-Tec Racing has announced engine performance upgrade for the latest, hottest version of the RenaultSport Megane, the 265 Trophy.

The name is “Performance Pack 1”m which boosts the 2.0 litre turbocharged petrol engine to 305HP (224 kW) and 441Nm (327 lb-ft). This is an increase of 40HP and 81Nm. In other words the 1387 kilo Megane 265 Trophy will accelerate in under 6 seconds to 100 km/h and hit the top speed of 255 km/h (158 mph).

Priced at just £414 including installation, rolling road testing and VAT, the exciting K-Tec Racing Performance Pack 1 for the RenaultSport Megane 265 Trophy is available now.

For additional peace of mind, all of K-Tec Racing’s Performance Pack upgrades are now covered by a sector leading 12 month / 30,000 mile supplementary vehicle warranty.

Source: K-Tec Racing

August 8, 2012

Audi TT RS – Moments of Truth [HD video]

The new TT RS has a true racing pedigree just like the legendary 90 Quattro model. The German manufacturer claims that there is a connection between the 5-cylinder Quattro and the hot new TT RS.

Both cars put the power on the road through Quattro AWD and have 5-cylidner turbocharged engine. However, Audi 90 Quattro in its race version had around 600 horsepower, which is almost double than the 360HP in the 2.5-liter of the TT RS.

Also the rally car was just 1 090kg (2403 lbs) meaning a stunning power-to-weight ratio. The performance is incredible. 0 -100 km/h in 3.1 seconds and the top speed depended on the selection of gears. Some of the car had a special power-shift gearbox, which resembles the double-clutch technology.

The TT RS is also very fast to 100 km/h – only 4.1 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xH91WGLGWTc&feature=player_detailpage

Source: Audiofamerica via Youtube

August 8, 2012

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