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Showing posts with label new cars. Show all posts

Ferrari Unveils New Superamerica 45 Coachbuilt Special


Ferrari is once again showing off its coach-building capabilities with the release of its latest one-off special, the Superamerica 45, which will make its first public outing at this weekend’s Villa d’Este Concours d’Eleganza in Italy. It was built to order for New York billionaire, collector and former owner of the New York Post, Peter Kalikow, to celebrate the 45th anniversary of his Ferrari purchase in 1961.

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It’s Official: Audi Debuts Stylish and Practical 2012 A6 Avant


The all-new 2012 Audi A6 Avant has just made its world premiere during a special happening in Berlin Germany, but not before we got our first taste of the estate model with a set of photos that we showed you earlier today. The latest addition to the new A6 range has grown in size offering improved interior space but without any penalties in weight or fuel efficiency thanks to a new composite construction of the body.

Audi has a knack for designing stylish station wagons with clear lines and details that will delight the aesthetically cultured, and the latest A6 Avant is no exception to this rule. Inside, the estate model features the same materials and dashboard layout as the four-door version adding some bespoke options such as a load-through hatch, a fixing set and a power rear hatch.

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Dacia Duster Pikes Peak Race Car Revealed by Driver


When Renault announced it will compete with a Dacia Duster prototype at the 2011 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, we knew from the official rendering that the race car would carry a big rear wing. We didn't expect it to be colossal however, as the first real-life photos can reveal. Read more »

New Audi A6 Avant: First Official Photos Out in the Open


We told you last week that Audi’s next generation A6 Avant would debut today, and now the first official photos have just found their way onto the internet. The presentation of the station wagon version of new A6 Avant is taking place in Berlin, Germany, as we speak, so it should not be long before we get full information and pictures of the car. Read more »

New Nissan 370Z GT Edition Launches in Britain


Following its European presentation in March, Nissan has announced the UK introduction of the new 2011 370Z GT Edition, which is available for order now with first deliveries expected during the first week of June. The new GT model is based on the European market 2011 370Z adding bespoke styling and equipment features to the mix. Read more »

Renault Launches Special Edition Scenic to Celebrate 15 Years of its Compact MPV


Renault is marking the 15th anniversary of its first compact MPV model, the Scenic, with a new special edition version called Scenic 15th. Based on the Expression trim level, the Scenic 15th offers a package of additional equipment and discreet styling upgrades for both bodystyles, the 5-seat Scenic and the 7-seat Grand Scenic. Read more »

New Opel Zafira Tourer Receives its Video Debut


Across the pond, General Motors is upping the ante in the popular compact MPV sector with the introduction of Opel’s third generation Zafira model that will go on sale in most European countries this autumn. The production version of Opel’s Geneva show concept will also wear Vauxhall’s badges with the first cars to reach UK showrooms by early 2012.

We have already brought you the news and the first batch of photos in our previous post (see here), but now we have also obtained the launch film showing Opel’s people carrier on the move.

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Lamborghini Indomable Concept to Be Built as a 2,000HP Hypercar by U.S. Company


Remember the Lamborghini Indomable concept? It was a supercar project designed by Daniel Chinchilla Ochoa and Alberto Fernandez Albilares under a Masters Program sponsored by Lamborghini. Well, guess what? The study will be built, albeit not by Lamborghini. Read more »

All-New 2012 Opel Zafira 7-Seater Minivan Breaks Cover Ahead of Frankfurt Motor Show


Meet the new Opel Zafira Tourer, which was revealed today in its final production form before a global premiere at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany this fall. General Motors’ European division had previewed its new range-topping people carrier as a concept model at the Geneva Salon this past March.

The Zafira nameplate was first launched onto the market in 1999 with Opel having introduced a second-generation model in 2005. Now in its third iteration, the new Zafira will attempt to expand its customer base by adding a more impressive design and a more premium feel to the mix of qualities that are typical of the minivan segment.

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Audi UK Puts a Price Tag on its New Q3 ‘baby’ SUV


The third crossover model of Audi’s Q-series, the new Q3, will carry a base price tag of £24,560 OTR (about US$39,800 / €28,200) when order books open in Britain this June, with first deliveries set to take place in November. Buyers will have a choice of four powerplants, all combining direct fuel injection with turbo charging and all backed up by start-stop and energy recuperation systems, while Audi will also offer a front wheel drive only version. Read more »

VW Reportedly Readying Polo R Model following WRC Announcement


Reports of a future production version of the Volkswagen Polo R WRC car have started to emerge after the carmaker announced it would enter the World Rally Championship in 2013. According to a VW board member quoted by Autocar, the company is working on a hardcore performance version of the Polo to back up its WRC entry.

Before the WRC announcement, Volkswagen had denied rumors of developing a Polo R, explaining that a very expensive small hot-hatch wouldn't be profitable. However, the rally car revealed in the beginning of May featured the R nameplate and had lots of R branding on the bodywork.

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Mercedes Benz E63 AMG With 5.500 cc machine Bi Turbo

German luxury car manufacturer, Mercedes Benz introduced a new engine for Mercedes Benz E63 AMG variant. Engine capacity of 5500 cc which has been used by a variant of the CLS 63 AMG bi-turbo-equipped devices.

"This machine produces great energy but still fuel efficient,"the statement from mercedes benz.

The manufacturer claims the new engine power reaches 525 horsepower at 5250-5750 rpm and torque of 700 Newton meters (Nm) at 1750-5000 rpm. The fuel consumption of 9.8 liters for 100 kilometers.

"The level of fuel consumption was 20 percent lower than the same model with the old machine, which is 6300 cc naturally aspirated V8,"said an official Mercedes.


Power and torque is channeled to the wheels by using the automatic transmission device AMG Sport Speedshift seven levels of acceleration. Thanks to the distribution of power that goes smoothly, this car accelerates from speed of 000-100 kilometers per hour in just 4.3 seconds. "This car is also capable of racing up to 250 kilometers per hour," said the official.

Engine performance that reflects the style of a sports car that matched the look on the exterior. Rim of light alloy material with special design of reinforce sporty impression. Such an impression is also reflected in the cabin thanks to the use of three-bar steering wheel wrapped in leather sheet. Especially in the E-Select the device with the AMG logo is made with the same style device which has been used sports car.

About the price, the Mercedes sedan version membanderol claimed 105,971 euros, or about USD 1.36 billion and Estate 108 409 euros, or about USD 1.39 billion. If a buyer wants additional special package AMG quite add 8306 euros or about USD 105 million.

Mostro Di-Potenza SF22 Supercar 2011

Mostro Di-Potenza SF22 If you think a super car Lamborghini Gallardo LP 700-4 Aventador or Miura has become the most powerful car of this century and the most futuristic, it seems you have to get rid of that view.

You see a supercar, dubbed Mostro Di-Potenza SF22 being developed by companies based in Pennsylvania, United States named 215 Racing Inc.. The car is no less when compared with other Lamborghini supercar ranks.

Meanwhile, Daniel Chinchilla behind the project Mostro Di-Potenza SF22. As information, the car is staying digadang will enliven the sports car segment in 2012 that was sponsored by Lamborghini which is called the Lamborghini Indomable concept.

Nothing wrong with the exterior look a lot like the exterior design Lamborghinis of today, which is not separated from the firm and pointy at the corners.

Why SF22? Well, the name was inspired designs F22 fighter jet, while the SF stands for Street Fighter, as quoted from inautonews, Friday (05/13/2011).

How kitchen runway? Make no mistake. Although its design a bit cheated, Mostro Di-Potenza SF22 will be strengthened with engine capacity of 9400 cc twin-turbo V8. Very fantastic for the size of a sports car.

Large machines that can catapult power 2000 hp and torque of 2709 Nm. Berkedara could be more enjoyable experience with 6-speed sequential transmission.

Body weight Mostro Di-Potenza SF22 approximately 1360 kg. With the weight that did not stop Mostro Di-SF22 Potenza moved from 0-100 km / h by 2.5 seconds with a maximum speed of 426 km / h with limiter.

Well if the project goes well, the producer will the production car in the quarter-II 2012. Meanwhile, for more exclusive car Mostro Di-Potenza SF22 will be produced as many as 50 units. Unfortunately the price is still kept tightly.

The electric Cars from Silverstone : Delta E-4 Coupe

Another one is born into the world of electric cars. Delta E-4 Coupé was launched at Silverstone on May 9, 2011.

Delta E-4 Coupé is the result of the development of electric cars Delta Motorsport - based at Silverstone circuit. E-4 can accelerate from 0-96 kpj less than 5 seconds. And so wonderful you just need to browse the contents of batteries up to 320 km.

Advantage E-4 could not be separated from a few steps. First use of carbon composite on the chassis - designed and contrived KS Motorport Delta Composites - so the car weighs only 85 kg. The weight is 2 / 3 lighter than steel chassis structure, yet still pass the test of a hit in Europe.

The next key is cooperation with Oxford University and Oxford YASA Motors - produces a torque of 600 Nm and power motor 120 hp and weighs only 23 kg.


Third, the position was made to sit low and battery buried beneath the floor in order improving handling and reducing aerodynamic constraints.

Delta Motorsport was founded by Simon Dowson and Nick Carpente in 2005. Both are experienced in the world of motorsport and automotive. Development of the Regional Development Agency financed a car for the area East Midlands, EMDA

All-New 2012 Audi A6 Avant to Debut on May 18


It’s only been five months since Audi pulled the wraps off the four-door saloon version of its fourth generation A6 executive model at the 2011 Detroit Motor Show, but the brand with the four rings has already prepared a more practical station wagon body style with the Avant moniker.

Today, Audi announced that it will reveal the spanking new 2012 A6 Avant next week on Wednesday, May 18, during a special event at the Humboldt Box in Berlin, which will also be broadcasted online. Don’t expect any surprises under the hood, with the Avant model gaining the same range of diesel and gasoline engines (depending on the market, of course) with the option of the firm’s Quattro all-wheel drive system.

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Lexus CT200h Race Car to Debut at the Nurburgring


The Lexus CT200h compact hybrid will debut in racing car guise at an endurance race this weekend at the legendary Nurburgring Nordschleife circuit. Entered by Gazoo Racing, the same organization that races the Lexus LFA, the CT200h will compete in the Adenauer ADAC Rundstrecken-Trophy. Around 200 cars will line up at the start of the six hour-race. Read more »

New Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS adds All-Wheel Drive to the Mix


Just when everyone believed that the 911 GT3 RS 4.0 was going to be Porsche's last version of its current 997 range, the Stuttgart-based carmaker announced yet another addition. It's called the 911 Carrera 4 GTS and it has been created by pairing the 911 Carrera GTS’s powertrain with an all-wheel drive system. Available as a Coupe and Cabriolet, the new model combines the 3.8-liter engine of the Carrera GTS with the German firm's all-wheel drive Porsche Traction Management system. Read more »

Mercedes-Benz Rumored to be Readying Monstrous G65 AMG Limited Edition with 612HP V12


The Mercedes-Benz G-Class or G-Wagen, started its life towards the end of the 1970s as a rugged off-roader featuring a body-on-frame construction and three fully locking differentials, one. And even though the base models continue the same formula today, somewhere down the line, a crazy AMG engineer had a eureka moment and threw in a powerful engine under the hood transforming the boxy 4x4 into a 3.5-tonne weapon capable of humiliating sports car in a straight line duel.

Today, the most potent G-Class model is the G55 AMG fitted with a supercharged 5.5-liter V8 engine developing 507-horses and 700Nm (516 lb-ft) of peak torque for a 0-100km/h (62mph) in just 5.5 seconds and a limited top speed of 210 km/h. But that may soon change if we are to believe a report from Dutch website Autoblog.nl on a new range topping G-Class model with the G65 AMG moniker.

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It Came from Britain: Delta E-4 Coupe is a 150mph Electric Sportscar


Following in the footsteps of the Tesla Roadster, British engineering company Delta Motorsport has designed and built a new electric sports car, the E-4 Coupe. Powered by two electric motors, each developing 120 horsepower while only weighing 23 kg (51 lbs), the car has a driving range of 200 miles (322 km) on a single charge. The E-4 Coupe has been developed from the ground up with the intention to obtain a curb weight as low as possible, while considering the presence of batteries, which unavoidably add weight. Read more »

ECOmove QBEAK Gets Our Vote for Oddest looking OEM Car of 2011 [with Video]


If a Toyota iQ and a mobility scooter were involved in a head-on collision and rebuilt Tan Ru-style into a single vehicle, chances are it’d look a lot like the oddly named ECOmove QBEAK. Obscure Star Trek references aside, the QBEAK is one odd looking neighbourhood electric vehicle. It looks like one of the cars from the Test Track attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and that’s not a compliment. Read more »