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  • Wald International Toyota Land Cruiser

    Wald International has introduced the Black Bison package for Toyota Land Cruiser facelift. The big SUV will be introduced at the Tokyo Auto Salon.

    The package includes an aggressive front bumper, bigger wheel arches making the vehicle 40 mm wider and a modified rear bumper with an integrated diffuser. The price is 525,000 JPY ($ 6,030), which is not too much to make your Land Cruiser unique.

    There are also a roof-mounted spoiler, a tailgate-mounted spoiler and carbon fiber trim. Other options include LED fog lights, a sports exhaust system and unique alloy wheels. Of course, all these options will boost the price significantly.

    Source: Wald International

  • Kahn Design Land Rover Defender Harris Tweed Edition

    Kahn Design has announced their latest project based on the famous Land Rover Defender. The name of the project is Kahn Design Land Rover Defender Harris Tweed Edition.

    The tuned SUV comes with a number of upgrades including a piano black wood center dash surround, red gauges, machined aluminum pedals, red seat belts, along with front and rear racing seats in black quilted leather with Harris Tweed inserts. There is also a lot of Nappa leather and grey Alcantara with silver and red contrasting stitching.

    The exterior boasts a complete wide body kit including new front and rear bumpers, extended wheel arches, vented headlight surrounds, stainless steel front grille, LED headlights, clear front and rear light lenses and 18” 1983 Defender alloy wheels..

    A. Kahn Design is for the individual who will not submit to a life of uniformity and who will only accept perfection. Dedicated to the creation of luxury bespoke vehicles, we redesign the ordered monotony of mass produced vehicles and rebuild them into individually tailored creations.

    Source: Kahn Design

  • The 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser improves the brake-control system

    2013 Toyota Land Cruiser The top-class 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser excels the expectations as promises to be luxurious and unleash its off-road capability.

    It comes standard with the 5.7-liter Double Overhead Cam (DOHC) 32-valve V8 engine under the hood and produces 381 hp and 401 lb.-ft. of torque. The 2013 Land Cruiser has a six-speed automatic transmission and sends power to the 4-wheel drive system.

    The items that used to be optional in the previous Land Cruisers are now standard. It concerns exterior and interior parts as well.

    When it comes to safety, the Land Cruiser gives plenty to appreciate. It is equipped with 10 airbags and also includes driver and front passenger knee airbags. The front seats include active headrests that help reduce the severity of whiplash injuries.

    The multi-terrain SUV, Toyota Land Cruiser is going to provide as safe and convenient drive as possible. Though it comes with the standard STAR Safety System, the 2013 Land Cruiser will have the all new 5-speed CRAWL Control featuring an Off-Road Turn Assist. The CRAWL Control balances speed and outlet as well. Along with the CRAWL Control, the other brake systems include anti-lock brake system (ABS), electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), brake assist (BA), active traction control (A-TRAC), and finally, VSC (with a cut-off switch).

    2013 Toyota Land Cruiser
    2013 Toyota Land Cruiser
    2013 Toyota Land Cruiser

    In block, the brake system helps to adjust to an off-road surface and keep controlling the vehicle. EBD equals braking forces between the front and rear wheels, and the BA serves as an auxiliary in emergency braking. A-TRAC maintains traction and distributes the drive force while accelerating. VSC supplies directional control while cornering and operates engine torque and individual wheel-braking influence in case of tire slippage.

    The Smart Stop Technology (SST) is the most prominent 2013 Land Cruiser’s feature concerning safety. It is capable to completely stop the vehicle at the speed over 5 mph and apply brakes firmly for a half second or longer.

    The 2013 Land Cruiser’s benefit number one is its brake assist, so that safety is guaranteed always and everywhere, be it a slippery winter highway or an off-road.

  • Land Rover Defender Concept DC100 in Frankfurt

    Land Rover took the interesting DC100 Concept at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The vehicle is practically the new Defender model, which is expected sometimes in 2015, of course, if the world does not end in 2012…

    Here is an interesting video directly from the Auto Show published by Marchettino in Youtube. You can see all the interesting extras of the DC100.

    The SUV is powered by a 2.0 liter petrol engine and a 2.0 liter diesel, which are mated to an 8-speed gearbox.

    As the world is gone mad with the hybrid technologies, both engines will be included in hybrid or plug-in hybrid powertrains.

    Check out the video, below!

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRLK4hvUSL8

    Land Rover Defender DC100 Sport Frankfurt 2011
    Land Rover Defender DC100 Sport Frankfurt 2011
    Land Rover Defender DC100 Sport Frankfurt 2011
    Land Rover Defender DC100 Sport Frankfurt 2011
    Land Rover Defender DC100 Sport Frankfurt 2011
    Land Rover Defender DC100 Sport Frankfurt 2011

    Source: Marchettino via Youtube

  • Land Rover DC100 Concept

    Land Rover will exhibit the DC100 Concept at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. The manufacturer also confirmed, that production of a new Defender is intended for 2015.

    The Land Rover DC100 concept builds upon the essential elements of the car’s character and allows Land Rover to open the debate and inspire people to dream about the Defenders of the future.

    “Replacing the iconic Defender is one of the biggest challenges in the automotive design world; it is a car that inspires people worldwide.  This isn’t a production-ready concept but the beginning of a four-year journey to design a relevant Defender for the 21st century.”, commented Gerry McGovern, Director of Design, Land Rover.

    “Loved the world over for its simple, honest and distinctive design, we are determined that the new Defender will be true to its heritage, while meeting the requirements of a changing global market.”, added John Edwards, Global Brand Director, Land Rover.

    We plan to engage with existing and potential customers to help us finalise the details of the new vehicle.  One thing’s for sure, it’s going to be an exciting journey, and we can’t wait to get going.”, Mr. Edwards finished.

    Land Rover DC100 Concept Offroad
    Land Rover DC100 Concept Offroad
    Land Rover DC100 Concept
    Land Rover DC100 Concept

    Source: Land Rover

  • Aznom Land Rover – as tough as it looks

    The tuned Land Rover Defender is the result of the tuning company Aznom and Romeo Ferraris.

    Land Rover Defender is one of the most ugliest SUVs in the world, but it has true Off-road spirit, which can’t be said for X5s, MLs, etc. Now, Aznom fixed the exterior and interior of Defender.

    The tuning company added to the mighty SUV carbon fiber bumpers, a two-tone matte paint job, red accents, and black wheels fitted with Kumho Road Venture tires. The interior is also upgraded by adding alcantara upholstery, a carbon fiber steering wheel, Sparco sport seats, and carbon fiber trim. (more…)

  • The next generation Toyota Land Cruiser is released

    The Uk five-door model is available with a revised 171bhp 3.0-litre D-4D engine, combined with a five-speed automatic transmission. (more…)