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03 June 2014, 09:42 AM
Drive has published a test drive video of the awesome hybrid supercar – Porsche 918 Spyder. It is driven by Mike Spinelli, who makes several laps at the Circuit of the Americas with a little help from Porsche factory driver Patrick Long
Porsche 918 Spyder is powered by a 4.6 liter twin-turbocharged V8 with 608HP (447 kW) and 530Nm (391 lb-ft) of torque. There are also two electric motors with 156HP (115 kW) and 129HP (95 kW) at each axle (front and rear). The maximum combined output is 887HP (661 kW) and ove
03 June 2014, 09:07 AM
Volkswagen has finally delivered the first XL1 to a German customer. The remarkable engineering achievement (XL1) took years of development. Still, it has been whipped by a lot of eco-friendly vehicles, which cost significantly less than €110,000.
The manufacturer didn’t comment anything interesting about the significant event. The car boasts an onyx white exterior and a titan black and pearl gray interior.
Volkswagen XL1 is powered by a plug-in hybrid powertrain including a 0.8 liter two-cylinder TDI en
02 June 2014, 01:45 PM
Fostla has revealed their latest project based on Mercedes-Benz CLS 350 CDI W218. The stylish four-door coupe comes with both – styling and performance upgrades.
The exterior boasts a complete Prior-Design PB550 Black Edition aerodynamics package including new front and rear bumpers as well as new side skirts and rear wing. All parts are made from carbon fiber for maximum strength and lightweight. The ride is lowered thanks to a lowering module which is controlled using a steering wheel.
02 June 2014, 12:54 PM
Mercedes-Benz SL550 is undoubtedly a vehicle which anyone dreams of at least driving for a while. The customer of this unique BiTurbo beast decided to give it further improvement after the exceptional work of the Brabus experts. At help came the professionals at Inspired Autosport which added their unique treatment to
02 June 2014, 12:38 PM
Volkswagen has unveiled the Beetle Cabriolet Karmann Edition at 2014 AMI Leipzig. The model is paying tribute to the body manufacturing company, which has produced thousands Beetle Cabriolets between 1949 and 1980.
Outside, the Beetle Cabriolet Karmann boasts a set of new 18” Disc design alloy wheels fitted with low-profile tires and central chrome caps. The special model will be available in seven colors and feature a unique Sioux Brown power folding soft top.
The interior features sport seats, leather-t
02 June 2014, 12:29 PM
Honda Spirior Concept was introduced in April at the autoshow in Beijing. The car is currently prepared in production form and is to debut the Chinese market at the Guangzhou Auto Show in the beginning of December. 2015 Spirior model is to be based on the firstly introduced 2009 model. It targets the younger customers, specifically those who live in urban areas. The new Spirior will offer enhancements in terms of exterior design, dynamic performance and technologies. It will also include many safety features.
In
02 June 2014, 12:02 PM
Toyota is undertaking significant developments in the laboratory and on the race track. The aim – to make next steps in the evolution of hybrid power, which will be utilized in hybrid vehicles such as Prius and Camry. The company is targeting improvements in performance and fuel efficiency. The first step has been already made with the announcement of new generation of computer chips that have the potential to boost the fuel efficiency by 10 per cent. At the same time they also significantly red
02 June 2014, 11:14 AM
Lexus is currently introducing RC 350 coupe and the fire-breathing RC F performance coupe for the Australian market. Both vehicles are due for launch by the end of this year of in early 2015. They have been purpose-built in order to deliver excellent design and perfect driving dynamics. For Australia, the RC 350 will be equipped with an all-alloy direct and port-injected 3.5-litre V6 engine, which produces 318 horsepower (234 kW) and a peak torque of 380 Nm (280 lb-ft). The unit is coupled with an eight-speed seque
02 June 2014, 11:09 AM
Autocar has published a video test with the 2014 Ferrari California T, which was recently presented at the Geneva Motor Show. Besides the styling changes, the convertible comes with an all-new and impressive turbocharged engine. The newly developed power unit marks the returning to turbocharging era of Ferrari since the F40, which was cut out in 1992.
The all-new engine is a 3.9 liter turbocharged V8 – 560HP (412 kW) at 7,500RPM and 755Nm (556 lb-ft) of torque at 4,750RPM. 0-100 km/h in 3.6 seconds, 0-200 km
02 June 2014, 10:21 AM
Mercedes-Benz has revealed more details about their new Curve Control System on the all-new S-Class Coupe. This driving experience becomes even more exclusive with the curve tilting function, a world first for series production cars: the vehicle leans into bends in a similar way to motorcyclists or skiers.
Curve
02 June 2014, 09:41 AM
Audi has revealed the new 2014 A7 Sportback Facelift, last week and now it is turn to the top-of-range RS7 Sportback. The German manufacturer is very proud with its latest creation, because it is simply fantastic. The large five-door coupe comes with new LED headlights and even more enhanced infotainment features.
The most important – a twin-trubo 4.0 liter V8 TFSI with – 560HP (412 kW) and 700Nm (516 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 305 km/h (190 mph). The engine is connected t
02 June 2014, 09:06 AM
Carlex Design has published several pictures of their customization program for the new 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W222). The luxurious saloon is on the market for several months and is one of the best-selling in its segment. Mercedes-Benz is also offering S-Class Edition 1, but it can’t even touch the impressive
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