Video : Mercedes-McLaren SLR

I suggest you to watch 2 videos of new Mercedes-McLaren SLR. The first video features you a track test by Bruno Spengler (Canadian racing star). In the second video we can see photographer René Staud. He is talking about his thoughts on shooting the awesome 650hp.

McLaren SLR Carbon

The McLaren SLR Carbon is the ultimate race car for the road and Project Kahn have made this vehicle even more impressive. With its stealth exterior styling and Carbon fibre technology magnesium alloy wheels, the Project Kahn SLR Carbon is the perfect exotic road car.

Specifications

Wheels & Tyres:

* Kahn Carbon F1-X 9×20 front 10.5×21 (Designed to accommodate original centre cap)

* Kahn valve caps

Interior Components:

* Project Kahn interior conversion
* Paintwork & Finishing
* Project Kahn Colour Code
* Project Kahn Smoked Rear Lights

Safety and Security:

* Privacy Tinted Glass

Accessories:

* Kahn Lightweight Golfing Umbrella with Carbon Fibre Shaft
* Kahn Keyring

Optional Extras:

* Project Kahn high gloss piano black steering wheel

* Project Kahn Carbon Fiber finish steering wheel

Lamborghini Murciélago LP670 R-SV by REITER Engineering

The new Lamborghini LP670 R-SV by REITER Engineering was unveiled to the public few months after the official presentation Geneva. Lamborghini GT1 race car is presented to the public at the 24-hours of SPA. Car is based on the Lamborghini Murciélago LP670-4.

It is equipped with a more powerful 6.5 V12 engine, which produce 670 PS/493 kW. The FIA-ECU from Magneti Marelli regulates the engine control.

The Lamborghini P670 R-SV is designed and manufactured to comply with the FIA 2010 regulations. The FIA allows 6 automobile brands to be nominated. The race car is targeting to be nominated for the GT World Championship.

The GT1 machine from REITER measures 4800 mm in length and is 2058 mm wide. The total weight is only 1,150 kg (+ ballast to correspond with the FIA 2010 regulations).

A complete carbon outer skin clothes the Lamborghini racer. Its new visual appearance is unmistakable – extreme and uncompromising. The significantly modified aerodynamics improves the aerodynamic efficiency compared to its predecessor the Murciélago R-GT.

In addition, the engineers could also improve the suspension geometry. Compared to its forerunner, the new suspension geometry with modified roll-centre height and improved steering geometry, modified track width and re-engineered suspension components characterise the new Lamborghini race car.

The race braking system, comprised of carbon discs and pads, was also re-engineered and is now equipped with superior cooling.

Source - REITER Engineering

UK Police Replace Imprezas With New Lexus IS-F

Objects you do not want to see in your rear-view mirror: Hungry dinosaurs, pissed-off exes holding rifles, mushroom clouds and this guy. Indeed, you're looking at a Lexus IS-Force, an IS-F that's been converted to a cruiser for police duty in the English county of Humberside, which includes the notoriously criminally minded port city of Hull. For the past few years, Humberside bobbies have been chasing baddies in Subaru Imprezas, but the AWD cars just weren't up to the task at hand. What to replace 'em with? Here's what the cops were thinking, according to Sergeant Mike Peck:

"The Lexus was tested during a 12-month period along with similar vehicles and proved itself to be ideally suited in providing a dynamically safe high performance chassis along with an electronically stable platform for the computer equipment. In the past this equipment has placed huge demands on vehicles but the Lexus IS-F easily met with our requirements. The final product provides a most formidable package and is undoubtedly one of the most advanced police vehicles in the world which in turn enables my officers to deal with the criminals who use the roads for serious and organized crime."

Well, not quite extras, because if you know the Lexus brand well enough, they rarely come with an options list, as all the trick stuff is fitted as standard kit. It’s one of the brand’s main selling points, apart from the near faultless reliability and subsequent cost of ownership.These options include on-board computers and communications equipment.

However, Lexus produce mostly soft luxury cars don’t they? Mostly.

But this is the Lexus IS-F, powered by a 5-litre V8 engine, which has been specially tuned to deliver blistering acceleration and a top speed of 270km/h.

''Gemballa Mirage GT Matt Edition''

World famous tuning company “Gemballa” presented new modification of Porsche Carrera GT. The name of this supercar is “Gemballa Mirage GT Matt Edition”.

This Mirage GT has 650hp and is capable of 0-100km/h (62mph) in 3.7 seconds, 0.2 seconds faster than the stan­dard car. 0 – 200km/h is also dealt with in 0.2 seconds less, 9.7 seconds in total. It tops out at 335 km/h (208mph).

The exterior looks stunning as always with Mirage GT’s. The mix of matte black paint work and silver accents really make the car stand out. As with most tuners, Gemballa have added a garish ‘one-off’ theme to the car. A mixture of black material, blue alcantara and a space age-looking silver material...

The “Gemballa Mirage GT Matt Edition” will be sold in extremely limited numbers with a price tag of $420,000.

BMW Z4 VS Nissan 370Z GT

From the last night’s Top Gear, Jeremy Clarkson compares new BMW Z4 Roadster with Nissan 370Z GT...

New Mercedes E-Class Successfully Launched

News from Stuttgart – The new E-Class has gotten off to a very successful start, with more than 40,000 units delivered to customers since the market introduction in spring 2009. Mercedes-Benz expects sales of the new E-Class to receive a further boost in the coming months from the vehicle’s introduction in key markets including the U.S. and China and the launch of the new station wagon in fall 2009.

The new E-Class models have outstanding fuel economy. The sedan’s four- and six-cylinder engines have direct injection systems and consume far less fuel than their predecessors despite their greater output. This month also marked the sales release of two new four-cylinder engines, which combine higher fuel efficiency with the level of driving comfort that is typical of Mercedes-Benz.

The two new units round out the Mercedes-Benz engine range in the business class. The E 200 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY with 100 kW/136 hp consumes 5.2 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers. And the new E 200 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY with direct injection delivers 135 kW/184 hp and consumes only 7.2 liters of gasoline per 100 kilometers. The model program of the sporty coupe also includes two new four-cylinder engines that require significantly less fuel while offering a clear increase of output and torque. The E 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY coupe consumes just 5.1 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers while emitting only 135 grams of CO2 per kilometer, which makes it one of the most economical automobiles in its class.

The special characteristics of the new E-Class include not only a high level of environmental friendliness, but also a unique combination of driver assistance systems. Approximately a dozen different assistance systems are available to customers, including new Mercedes-Benz developments such as Lane Keeping Assist, Speed Limit Assist, and Night View Assist. These technologies make the E-Class a “thinking” partner that can not only see, feel, and respond to dangers by means of its “reflexes,” but also act independently to prevent accidents or minimize their effects.

The new E-Class is the successor of an internationally successful Mercedes-Benz model. About 1.5 million sedans and station wagons of that predecessor model, the 211 series, have been delivered to customers since its market launch six years ago. Over the past 60 years, the eight generations of the E-Class sedan have thrilled ten million customers worldwide, making it the most successful business sedan in the world.

Bugatti Veyron Vs Nissan GT-R

What is the difference between ordinary cars and super cars? The Bugatti Veyron can answer that question with this head to head drag race against Nissan GT-R. It is not fair to call GT-R an ordinary car but against a super car like Veyron, it stands no chance in speed and power. In fact these cars are not even in the same league but take a look at the video and see it for yourself. Evo Magazine has organised a race on an air strip for a stand start drag race as well as moving GT-R against parked Veyron. For your information, Veyron does have two more turbo chargers and double the power of GT-R. Video review is presented by ''EVO Magazine''

Audi S4 Tuned by ABT Sportsline - 425 HP

First release we know about, it's the new Audi S4 (2010) with a supercharged V6 engine.
One of the first companies who managed to tune S4 is Abt Sportsline, Germany’s largest VW/Audi tuner and they did not disappoint...

Output has been increased from the stock 333HP to 425HP and torque also gets a significant bump from 325 ft-lbs to 384 ft-lbs. New Audi’s incredible seven-speed DSG gearbox, the sprint to 62 mph (100km/h) takes just 4.6 seconds instead of stock Audi S4 - 5.1 seconds

Official:

1. ABT Sportsline 2009 – press release CW29
2. ABT S4 – the sports machine

ABT POWER even makes the already quick Audi S4 faster. Although the V6 compressor with three litre cubic capacity is already very sporty with its 333 HP (245kW), anyone who wants even more dynamism and torque can obtain a super sports car with the ABT S4: the decent-elegant car then brings 435 HP or 320 kW onto the road. And the additional 102 horsepower, which are employed in the ABT S4, suit the car extremely well in terms of nutrition: it achieves 0-100km/h in 4.6 seconds, while in the series standard this takes 5.1 seconds. A half a second difference is an eternity for high-performance vehicles of this kind. The top speed is 282 km/h – and that is 32 km/h more than the Audi S4. This is because the engine, tuned by ABT Sportsline, is, of course, supplied without a V-max limit.

The torque of the engine optimised in Allgäu also appears to be as strong as an ox: instead of 440 Nm now 520 Nm are available – an increase of around 19 percent. As a result the 3.0 TFSI gets to work powerfully in any situation. The extra performance brings additional driving enjoyment and shows its superiority in practically all seven gears of the DSG gearbox. The consumption – and thereby the environmental pollution – is, however, no greater than with the series engine. On the other hand the driving-dynamic difference is revealed on main roads and motorways, as because the ABT S4 does everything even better, it is sportier. Capable of a powerful acceleration to top speed, the six cylinders now get to business. The Allgäu tuner recommends the 4-pipe sports exhaust unit and the ABT AR or BR wheels as fitting supplements to the power image of the car. The smart “round pieces” are available in sizes from 18 to 20 inches and can be supplied with fitting sports tires.

'Top Gear' review: Jaguar X-FR vs BMW M5

Top Gear's latest episode Jeremy Clarkson makes a review about Jaguar XF-R and puts it against the mighty, powerful BMW M5. The Jaguar XFR is the fastest car the company has ever built with a top speed of 225.675mph (363.188km/h). This speed is recorded in January on the Bonneville Salt Flats (Utah, USA) . The Jaguar XFR is powered by a supercharged V8 engine which develops 510PS and 625Nm of torque and can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds. Although - official information says the Jaguar XFR is limited to 155 mph, Clarkson manages to take it well beyond that mark...

Bugatti EB 110 Crash During Bavaria Moscow City Racing

Bugatti EB110, the model shown in the video here crashed in Moscow. The car, one of only 139 ever produced, crashed into a cement gutter and embankment on the side of the road during the Bavaria Moscow City Racing 2009 event.

At 25-second mark you will see the rear passenger wheel snap off and fly up into the air. The rear bumper looks to have been partially torn off, which also forced open one of the scissors-doors.

The EB110 was built to celebrate the 110th birthdate of Ettore Bugatti, and is the predecessor to the Veyron. The four-wheel drive car features a mid-engined 3.5-liter quad-turbo V12 that produces up to 542 horsepower. It has a 0-100 km/h time of 3.4 seconds, and a 343 km/h (213 mph) top speed. A year after its 1991 debut, Bugatti released a SuperSport model that shaved the 0-100 km/h time by 0.2 seconds, while increasing the top speed to 348 km/h (216 mph). The SS debuted at $350,000.

According to newspaper the accident took place during the second supercar parade. Behind the wheel was a Russian man with a "supermodel girlfriend" sitting in the passenger seat. Both seemed to be undamaged physically, but the destruction of a $2 million car likely caused some emotional damage.

New Maserati Quattroporte 2009

Whats New: The Quattroporte comes in six flavors. The 2007-introduced Automatic and original DuoSelect models are offered in base, Executive GT, and Sport GT configurations. The Automatic has a more balanced weight distribution of 49/51, compared with the rear-biased DuoSelect's 47/53.

Maserati Quattroporte Performance & Efficiency Standard Features:
4,691 cc 4.7 liters V 8 front engine with 94.0 mm bore, 84.5 mm stroke, 11.0 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder Premium unleaded fuel 91 Multi-point injection fuel system 23.8 gallon main premium unleaded fuel tank 19.8 Power: 317 kW , 425 HP SAE @ 7,000 rpm; 361 ft lb , 489 Nm @ 4,750 rpm

2009 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE SPORT GTS
Base price	$138,000 (est)
Vehicle layout	Front-engine, RWD, 5-pass, 4-door sedan
Engine	4.7L/433-hp/361-lb-ft DOHC 32-valve V-8
Transmission	6-speed automatic
Curb weight	4400 lb (mfr)
Wheelbase	120.6 in
Length x width x height	200.7 x 74.6 x 56.6 in
0-60 mph	5.1 sec (mfr est)
EPA city/hwy fuel econ	11/18 mpg
CO2 emissions	1.46 lb/mile
On sale in U.S.	Currently

Cristiano Ronaldo Sells Own Car Collection

The 24-year-old soccer player, who became the most expensive player in football history after he joined Real Madrid for £80 million, is putting three of his cars up for sale for a total of £195,000.

Also Friends believe that the former Manchester United footballer may also sell his £4 million mansion in Alderley Edge, Cheshire, and some of his furniture and clothing.

C. Ronaldo is selling his Bentley Continental GT Speed (price £114,950), Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Tiptronic S (£69,995) and Mercedes C220CDI (£10,795).

Don’t feel bad for multi-millionaire, because it is very likely that as soon as the young athlete settles down in Madrid that all of these cars will be replaced. Other cars in Cristiano’s collection include a Porsche Cayenne, a Bentley Continental GTC, an Audi R8 and the infamous Ferrari 599 GTB

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First Official Images and Information About New ''Audi A5 Sportback''

Audi released official details and images of the new 2010 A5 Sportback . A5 Sportback follows the same coupe-styled sedan as the Mercedes CLS but it is a five-door coupe! You can put it in the same category as BMW5-series GT, but it’s much prettier than the Bimmer. Audi A5 Sportback is made on Audi A4 platform.

Of course we already know how it’ll look like. In front it’s a normal Audi, impossible to mistake it with anything else! but the back end is the car’s party piece. It features some nice and elegant curves which result in a beautiful shape, a combination of style and practicality.

When it hit the market in 2010, it’ll be available with 5 different engines three of which are diesels. This TDI range includes a 2.0 liter with 125 kW (170 hp) and 350 nm (258 lb-ft), a 2.7liter with 140 kW (190 hp) and 400 nm (295 lb-ft) and a 3.0 liter V6 with 176 kW (240 hp) and 500 nm (369 lb-ft) torque. As for the TFSI petrol engines you’ll have two options , a 155 kW (211 hp) 2.0 liter and a 3.2 V6 with 195 kW (265 hp).

Being a 2010 model car, the Audi A5 Sportback has no shortage of computrized gizmos such as adptive suspension, electronic differential lock, dynamic steering, Audi drive select system, advanced ESP.

The car will start at €36,050 (~$50,000) for the basic diesel model and it is not U.S. bound.

NBA Celebrity Ronny Turiaf's Customized Chevrolet Tahoe

Every NBA fan must have heard of Ronny Turiaf, who currently plays for the Golden State Warriors. The French professional basketball player recently sent his Chevrolet for customization to ''Platinum Motorsport'', a well-known restyling and upgrading cars company.

This, however, is a common practice among NBA players, who practically compete for the title of who has a more pimped ride. This time, Platinum Motorsport had to spice up Turiaf’s black Chevy Tahoe, that now looks more like a rapper’s ride.

However, the modifications brought in the car’s appearance were quite elegant we might say, not too ostentatious or gaudy. No wonder the guys won MTV’s “Trick It Out” season one in 2006. With clients ranging from countries such as Russia, Dubai, Italy, and France, Platinum Motorsport have already overcome the U.S. barriers.

Moreover, having clients like T-Pain, Kery Hillson, Mike Epps, Kim Kardashian, Tommy Hilfiger, Tyga, Nick Cannon, P Diddy, Will I am, Jorge Oliveira, Nas, Daddy Yankee, Ludacris, Ja Rule, Lil Jon, Chris Brown, Omarion, Akon and Busta Rhymes, there’s no wonder their business is going so well. And those are just of few names from their portfolio...

But, going back to Ronny Turiaf and his Chevy, there are no details about what is exactly the car’s configuration. However, what we can say about the Tahoe is that is built on GM’s full-size SUV platform, in LS, LT, LTZ and Hybrid models, with 2WD and 4WD.

The car comes in a choice of three engines: a 4.8L V8 unit (295 hp at 5600 rpm), a 5.3L V8 unit (320 hp at 5200 rpm) , or a 6.2 V8 unit (395 hp at 5600 rpm). We can only assume that Turiaf’s model is not a hybrid and features the 6.2 V8 unit engine .

Thanks for article - Alina Dumitrache