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2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Spy Video

Here’s how the 2014 Mercedes-Benz-S Class might look like. Well, not exactly like that. This one is camouflaged but that makes us a bit more certain: no scams here despite the rouge nature of the video.

What we managed to gather from was the prevalence of LED technology and the discreteness of the exhaust pipes.

The current Mercedes flagship lineup has a wide variety of engines but the 5.5-liter V12 BiTurbo and the 6.0-liter AMG V12 BiTurbo stand out as most impressive. The former brings out 517 PS while the latter – 612 PS and 1000 Nm of torque.

So will this be the next Mercedes-Benz S-Class? We don’t know. We do know however, that if you plan on evading camera armed bicyclists in an urban environment, this is not the car for you.

The world debut of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is due to happen at the start of 2013 so there’s still time for speculations.

httpv://youtu.be/Xu6hUOU8MRs

Source: INDOORKARTINGBCN via YouTube

July 13, 2012

Lexus CT200h tuned by Wald International

Wald International has released pictures of their latest project – Lexus CT200h Black Bison. The tuned car will be exhibited at the 2012 China Auto Salon, which will be held at Shanghai Mart from October 5 to October 7.

The company didn’t release any further details about the vehicle or information about performace packages. Still, we can see the full aerodynamics package including a new front and rear bumpers, a pair of extended side skirts and new integrated LED fog lights.

At the rear, the CT200h Black Bison comes with an aggressive diffuser, two spoilers and a nice four-tailpipe sport exhaust system.

The car rolls a set of unique alloy wheels with a black and chrome finish.

unique alloy wheels with a black and chrome finish.

Stay tuned for additional information about Wald’s International latest project!

Source: Wald International

July 13, 2012

SR Project Vindicator Puts PUR Wheels on Ferrari FF

We’ve said this before: putting a set of wheels on a car and doing a photo shoot is not really a project. SR Auto however, maintain that this is their latest project. It’s called the Vindicator and it involves a beautifully white Ferrari FF and… a set of PUR wheels. We are willing to agree that, this being an FF – the first Ferrari ever to feature an AWD system, the wheels do deserve some attention.

The inspiration for it, SR say, comes from their previous…ehem… project called the Era. The FF here has the same PUR 1NE Monoblock 21-inch wheels in a “Modern Black Finish”. They have a nice 5-double spoked design and provide a good view of the otherwise red brake calipers which is like eye candy to us.

The Frarri FF has an FM4 layout, that is Front-mid engined/four-wheel driven. For power it uses a 6.3 V12 engine that sends 660 PS and 683 Nm of torque at 6000 rpm through a 7-speed double clutch semi-automatic paddle shift system. The AWD setup in it (which is called 4RM) is around 50% lighter than conventional systems which ensure no typical Ferrari agility is lost along the way.

Source: SR Auto

July 13, 2012

Hyundai Elantra Coupe: Good for Surviving a Zombie Apocalypse

Comic-con is happening right now in San Diego and people are not the only ones who indulge in cospaly (short for costume play). Here’s a Hyundai Elantra Coupe which stems from one of the world’s favorite apocalyptic scenarios – how to protect ourselves in times of a zombie attack?

Robert Kirkman, who designed this “Zombie Survival Machine” Elantra might have the answer. He also happens to be the creator/writer of the popular franchise “The Walking Dead”… which, much to our relief, is about zombies. No need to know that however, as that front plow with spikes on it is obviously not for clearing up snow from the streets (those can be found at the nuclear winter scenario booth). Nope, this one is for dicing your way through hoards of slow-walking, brain hungry ghouls. As a good measure, the glassy bits of the car are also barred and there’s a hatch on the roof in case of emergency. Powerful floodlights at the front and back are good for your awareness and rather road illegal but let’s face it, how many oncoming cars will be blinded by the light in a zombie ridden Atalanta, Georgia. At the back, the trunk is supposedly full of various “electric and pneumatic weaponry”. The tires are a classic with those knee-choppers sticking out of them and inside you get a CB radio system. All of that and more can be found at HyundaiUndead.com and on Sktbound.com.

Being a Hyundai Elantra Coupe, the Zombie Survival Machine boasts 148 zhp (that’s zombie horsepower) from it’s 1.8-liter engine mated to a six-speed … say automatic because changing shifts and fending off clinging zombies is demanding work. On paper, it should an Elantra coupe does around 34 mpg on the combined cycle. Nor sure about this particular one though.

Another more generic looking Elantra GT also shares the spotlight as it has the cover of the 100th Walking Dead comic as its paint job. That’s the whole point of the Hyundai Undead line: To celebrate the release of the 100th issue of “The Walking Dead” comic. There will be a VIP Black Carpet Event on July 13 to mark the occasion.

Source: Hyundai

July 13, 2012

1964 Chevrolet Corvair Van: High Mileage [VIDEO]

Another great story told by Depth of Speed. This time on the spot is the 1964 Chevrolet Corvair van, which is being driven by John Jackson. With this vehicle Jackson has undergone more than 170 000 miles in only 4 years.

In fact, Jackson himself is involved in the automotive industry. He is one of the guys who make the great images of the cars we are always delighted to see. In this short film he shares what is the feeling to travel across the entire country in search of cool hot rods and bikes, and what made him have so unique profession.

Not only does he travel upwards of 60,000 miles a year, but he does it in a Corvair van. The van is bagged with a custom paint job, where you can see the logo of his company: NonStock Photography. In addition, the interior of the van is also pretty cool: it doubles as a bit of a rolling art gallery for his photography.

Only a click is separating you from hearing this great story.

httpv://vimeo.com/45579844

Source: Depth of Speed

July 13, 2012

Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster spotted on the streets [VIDEO]

Few days after the official release of Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster, it has been already spotted on the narrow streets of London. The new sports car by the famous British brand looks even better than on the pictures. And just wait to hear the roaring sound at the end of the video.

Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster on the streets of London

Being a limited edition model, the V12 Vantage Roadster has one of the coolest interiors I’ve ever seen: a red indulgence of carbon fiber material. This undoubtedly will give the lucky one driving the car the feeling of luxury and uniqueness.

In particular, this Aston Martin’s power comes from the naturally aspirated 6.0-litre V12 engine. Mated to a six-speed manual gearbox, it generates the stunning 517 horsepower (380 kW) at 6,500 rpm and a muscular 570 Nm (420 lb-ft) of torque at 5,750 rpm.

Given these facts, I am sure it will be no surprise for you to read that the 0-62 mph sprint is dispatched by it in just 4.5 seconds.

httpv://youtu.be/K2YVH7FLkP8

Video Source: YouTube

July 13, 2012

2013 Skoda Rapid: the new class of Skoda

2013 Skoda Rapid is the new compact saloon offered by Skoda which is going to be seen at dealerships in the beginning of the autumn this year.

At first sight, one gets a great impression by the new vehicle: it delivers a lot of spaciousness, has an expressive design, an excellent price, a comprehensive safety offering and efficient engines. Again this model is expected to grab the attention of many.

First of all, thanks to the exterior dimensions that the Rapid has: 4.48 m in length, 1.71 m in length, 1.46 m in height, the vehicle can comfortably accommodate up to five persons. In addition, in this amount of space inside of the car, are also included practical holder for the warning vest underneath the driver’s seat, storage for the ice scraper, refuse bin in the side door.

Furthermore, the Rapid is the first Skoda to entirely include the brand’s new design philosophy. It has perfect proportions, clear and cleanly modeled surfaces and sharply drawn lines. The front end shows a new take on Skoda’s typical design elements.

For instance, the new brand logo confidently stands out front edge of the bonnet. In addition, the grille shows a finely drawn chrome frame and is formed by vertical slats. The headlight ensemble is grouped at the front of the Skoda Rapid to form a cloverleaf shape. Not only the front of the car looks so inviting, but also its body side conveys pure emotion. Thanks to it, being a long wheelbase, the car has a coupé-like silhouette.

In fact, the Rapid is going to be the new class of the brand, because it takes the place exactly between the Fabia and the Octavia, making it through to the so-called A segment.

Next, the vehicle also will offer its customers wide range of active and passive safety features such as ABS and ESP systems (which are a standard option), tire pressure monitoring, fog lamps with ‘corner function’,‘hill-hold control’ assistant, front, side and head airbags, adjustable-height 3-point safety belts with tighteners, headrests.

More importantly, the Rapid will be available with four petrol and two diesel engines. The petrol entry-level engine is the 1.2 l MPI three-cylinder producing 55 kW (75 hp). The other petrol engines are the 1.2 l 63 kW (86 hp) TSI, the 1.2 l 77 kW (105 hp) TSI and the 1.4 l 90 kW (122 hp) TSI.

On the other hand the 1.6 litre diesel engine comes with direct common rail injection. The basic diesel generates 66 kW (90 hp) and may be combined with the optional seven-speed DSG (double-clutch transmission). The 1.6 l TDI CR version is more powerful, putting out 77 kW (105 hp).

Source: Skoda

July 13, 2012

Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series offers unique driving experience

Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series will be “unleashed” on the circuits at Mercedes-Benz World with the aim to bring the driving experiences to another dimension. In fact, this is the most powerful C-Class up to date, which was designed especially for those keen on bringing the adrenaline levels higher ad higher.

Did you know that only 600 units from the Black Series will be produced? This means hat during this event many people will have the chance to experience dynamism and driving excitement of this stunning Mercedes-Benz.

But let’s talk in details. The full power of the special edition C 63 comes from the AMG 6.3 liter V8 engine. Therefore it is no surprise that it can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h for only 4.2 seconds. Furthermore, the vehicle comes equipped with track-honed aerodynamics which further improve the driving experience.

During the exclusive experience at the Mercedes-Benz World, which will happen after the 14th of July, the drivers will have the opportunity to develop their circuit craft behind the wheel of a Mercedes AMG.

Next, with the circuit ingrained on the mind and a professional Mercedes-Benz Driving Specialist in the passenger seat, the next 30 minutes the driver will spent in the C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series, where he or she will indulge fully, driving one of the most powerful cars in the world.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

July 13, 2012

2013 Ford Focus ST shows impressive efficiency

2013 Ford Focus ST turns out to be highly efficient, because of its new 2.0-liter EcoBoost® four-cylinder engine. Thanks to it the Ford achieves incredible fuel economy numbers: 32 mpg highway, 23 mpg city and 26 mpg combined.

This means that the Focus ST, which is six-speed manual only, has better fuel efficiency performance compared to its rivals in the same class, for example such as Volkswagen GTI and MazdaSpeed3.

If we have to make a comparison between this and the current version of the 2013 Ford Focus ST with the previous-generation Ford Focus, well the latter produced only 140 horsepower (103 kW) and 136 lb.-ft. (184 Nm) of torque. Now, the Focus ST gives up only 3 mpg on the highway but gains 112 horsepower (82 kW) and 134 lb.-ft. (182 Nm) of torque, this means a total of 252 horsepower (185 kW) and 270 lb.-ft. (366 Nm).

The main reason for the great economy results is the special engine that the car has. In fact, the Focus ST is the first that has the four-cylinder performance EcoBoost engine. Now, the fuel-efficient EcoBoost powertrains are a mainstay in Ford’s lineup.

Source: Ford

July 13, 2012

McLaren MP4-12C Spider at the track [video]

McLaren Automotive has released a new interesting promotional video for their latest model – the MP4-12C Spider. The sports drop-top car is based on the famous MP4-12C. As a basis of this model served the same super stiff carbon fibre MonoCell chassis as its hardtop sibling and this means that it will be nothing else but exciting and dynamic to drive.

The MP4-12C Spider is powered by the same twin-turbo 3.8-liter V8 engine that produces 625HP (460 kW). It is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox. 0-100 km/h in 3.1 seconds and a top speed of 329 km/h (204 mph). In terms of efficiency, the MP4-12C Spider will average 11.7 L/100km (24.2 mpg UK) with CO2 emissions of 279 g/km.

The footage was shot using cinema-quality RED cameras and shows the car on the track as well as the mountain roads of southern Spain.

Enjoy the video!

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

July 12, 2012

/Drive’s Matt Farah Test Drives Venom GT Spyder [VIDEO]

Watch this neat video of the Hennessey Venom GT Spyder being reviewed by Matt Farah – web series “/Drive” presenter who mainly focuses on the sub-category of highly modified vehicles (/Tuned). Simply being in a Venom GT (especially with the wind in your hair) is scary enough so kudos to him for actually letting us in the ecitement.

To the keen observer, the Venom GT is just a mere Lotus Exige that looks like as if it has had some intimate moments with a Porsche Carrera GT. But the truth is that under the carbon fiber hood (every bit of the Venom body is carbon fiber) there is space for 7.0-liters of twin turbo V8 goodness that produces 1244 bhp. The gear box is lifted up from a Ford GT so no faults there as well.

You don’t really want to read all about it. Here, watch the video and share the experience:

httpv://youtu.be/8hDDBN_pIUQ

Video Source: drive via YouTube

July 12, 2012

Kelleners Sport Package for BMW 3-Series F30

Kelleners Sport have been dealing with BMW‘s for 25 years now. Ever since the first 3-series came out, they have been providing various tuning products for it. Now, it only feels right to go ahead and work on the F30. Welcome then, to the Kelleners Sport Package for the BMW 3-Series, both diesel and petrol.

Virtually every engine in the range can undergo the Kellener‘s power boost. The 320d goes from 184 hp to 218 hp and from 380 Nm to 435 Nm of torque. The 328i petrol on the other hand goes from the generous 242 hp to 291 hp. The torque here goes up to 430 Nm.

Subtle elements have been glued to the exterior as well – all, a front spoiler lip, a rear skirt extension and a trunk spoiler, add a sense of character at the least. The road stance is lower by 30mm thanks to the Kelleners Sport coilover suspension system. A bit of M-ishness comes from the four-pipe exhaust system that comes fort both the petrol and the diesel.

The wheel choice ranges between 19-inch and 20-inch in size. Thoroughly light, these titanium alloys bare a “Hamburg” design and come in 9 different colors. Then there are the “Berlin” type wheels which are all matte polished gray.

By request, Kelleners will trim the interior with lots of leather, carbon and wood. All shades and types of leather as well: 60 different colors, Napa or ostrich leather. The only non-leather features that stick out are and aluminum pedals and velour floor mats.

Source: Kelleners Sport

July 12, 2012

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