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aston martin confirms production of lagonda super saloon

Aston Martin Confirms Production Of Lagonda Super Saloon

Aston Martin Lagonda is an exclusive super saloon which will be built in a very limited edition series. The production of the car will start in the beginning of 2015. This super saloon will feature a bespoke programme which aims to revive the historic Lagonda nameplate. In addition, the Lagonda badge will be positioned

2014 ford falcon xr8 unveiled

2014 Ford Falcon XR8 Unveiled

2014 Ford Falcon XR8 performance sedan is an example of how the car's iconic history can be blended with company’s new global design DNA. This means that the new Falcon XR builds on its distinctive design but at the same time offers an entirely new personality. The car has just has been revealed and Ford states that this is the best Falcon ever created. The XR6 and XR8 incorporate the new design philosophy of the company via the signature trapezoidal grille, chiseled headlamps and smoother tail

mercedes-benz amg 4.0 liter v8 bi-turbo engine: powerful and efficient

Mercedes-Benz AMG 4.0 liter V8 Bi-Turbo Engine: Powerful and Efficient

Mercedes-Benz has officially revealed full details about their all-new AMG engine. The M178 is a 4.0 liter bi-turbocharged V8 with 10.5 : 1 compression ratio. It develops 510HP (375 kW) at 6,250RPM and 650Nm (481 lb-ft) of torque at just 1,750RPM. The engine has a specific output of 128HP / liter and 163.2Nm / liter. It complies with EURO 6 regulations and weighs just 209 kg (461 lbs). The all-new innovative eight-cylinder unit benefits fr

vorsteiner gts-v bmw m6 f13

Vorsteiner GTS-V BMW M6 F13

Vorsteiner has released details about their latest tuning project based on BMW M6 F13 Coupe. The tuning company developed only styling modifications including a new front spoiler, aero side blades, a modified rear diffuser and a deck lid spoiler. The exterior appearance is completed by a set of Special Edition Forged VSE-003 Forged Monoblocks – 9.5J x 21 at the front and 11J x 21” at the rear. Pricing is available upon request. BMW M6 F13 Coupe is powered by a 4.4 liter twin-turbo V8 (

gm issues six recalls

GM issues six recalls

The US automobile giant GM has issued six recalls that affect vehicles sold in the United States and that cover 717,949 cars sold recently. Here’s a list of the recalled vehicles: 414,333 2011-2012 model year Chevrolet Camaro; 2010-2012 model year Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain; 2011-2012 Buick Regal and LaCrosse; and 2010-2012 Cadillac SRX models in the U.S. equipped with power height adjustable driver or front passenger seat structures. In these cars there is a problem with a bolt th

kia describes 2015 soul

Kia describes 2015 Soul

Kia Motors America has issued a short description of the upcoming 2015 Soul for all fans of the brand. Since the 2014 Soul was completely redesigned, the 2015 year model comes only with enhancements here and there but even then they are appreciated. The enhancements and changes to the 2015 Kia Soul aim to increase the so-called “fun factor” but the car gets to keep the three unique trim levels – Base, Plus and Exclaim. The vehicle keeps its distinct signature design, which makes the car i

toyota announces 2015 yaris us pricing

Toyota Announces 2015 Yaris US Pricing

2015 Toyota Yaris has already gone on sale across the Old Continent. Now the Japanese company is announcing the US pricing for the model, which is listed below. Undoubtedly, the faselifted Yaris has a distinct design with European flavor. It features quieter interior made of new materials. It will be available in three-door or five-door liftback versions. New is the horizontal chrome grill which continues right in to the headlamp. Inside the cabin the occupants will seat in premium seats, whi

dodge receives three j.d.power apeal awards

Dodge Receives Three J.D.Power APEAL Awards

Dodge has earned highest ranks in three segments in J.D. Power’s U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study of this year. The awarded vehicles are Dodge Charger, Challenger and Dart which are leaders in Large Car, Midsize Sporty Car and Compact Car segments, respectively. APEAL awards are based on customer feedback. They come in the perfect time, when Dodge is celebrating its 100th anniversary. The APEAL Study finds out the level of gratification of the driver, based on customer evaluations of

2015 subaru legacy ad campaign [video]

2015 Subaru Legacy Ad Campaign [VIDEO]

2015 Subaru Legacy was exclusively introduced in February during the 2014 Chicago Auto Show. In May this year it officially went on sale and now Subaru is introducing the new ads campaign of the car. We are all passengers, all sharing a ride on the same planet. The new Legacy is another proof that the greater the peace of mind the easier it is to sit back and enjoy the ride. And this Subaru model is all about comfort, safety, and convenience. Legacy is positioned in the mid-size sedans range

ferrari f12berlinetta on german autobahn [video]

Ferrari F12Berlinetta on German Autobahn [video]

Thegermansupercars has published an awesome video featuring the astonishing Ferrari F12Berlinetta with a very brave driver behind the steering wheel doing some impressive accelerations on German Autobahn. The Ferrari F12Berlinetta is one of the fastest sport cars on the market. It comes with a 6.3 liter 65° naturally aspirated V12 engine – 740HP (544 kW) and 690Nm (509 lb-ft). 0-100 km/h – 3.1 seconds and 0-200 km/h in 8.5 seconds. The top speed is over 340 km/h (211 mph). In other words, the F12 can easily

hennessey hpe550 - 2015 cadillac escalade 6.2l v8 [video]

Hennessey HPE550 - 2015 Cadillac Escalade 6.2L V8 [video]

Hennessey Performance has published a video showing the powerful 2015 Cadillac Escalade fitted with HPE550 power package doing several dyno runs. It is interesting that the tuned version is only RWD (rear-wheel drive), which is very strange for such enormous vehicle. The SUV is 5,179 mm long, 2,045 mm wide, 1,89

mopar offers shaker hood kit for 2015 dodge challenger

Mopar Offers Shaker Hood Kit For 2015 Dodge Challenger

2015 Dodge Challenger is the start of the month being the most powerful production muscle car ever created. Now Mopar has prepared for it Shaker Hood Kit which will stirs up the status quo, and will achieve even more performance gains. The entirely functional Mopar Challenger Shaker Hood Kit encompasses two part number