18 October 2012, 01:00 PM
SsangYong Motor Company, the South Korean subdivision of the Indian automotive firm Mahindra and Mahindra (M&M) Limited, is all set for the 2012 SsangYong Rexton launch in the country on October 17, 2012. The latest product coming from the stables of Mahindra and SsangYong is a premium Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) and the domestic market will witness a phased launch, starting from Mumbai and later in New Delhi and Bangalore among other Indian
18 October 2012, 11:59 AM
Scion has announced the new 2013 iQ EV, which is essentially a rebadged Toyota iQ with an electric motor. However, the iQ EV is a battery- electric four-seater city commuter car designed for car-sharing programs, in urban and campus environments.
"Toyota believes battery-electric vehicles have the potential to play a role in future mobility strategies," commented Chris Hostetter, TMS group vice president of strategic planning.
"Up to now, cost and convenience issues have limited BEV's appeal with a broad
17 October 2012, 05:18 PM
This SR Auto Range Rover looks too good, doesn’t it? The leading motive here is “simplicity”. This helped the tuners from SR Auto to focus on selecting a strong wheel design. And they surely did it!
They have addopted one of their favorite designs from Vossen Wheels thus giving this Range Rover a classically modern twist. The simplicity of the five spokes is matched with an aggressive concave profile. In addition the matte graphite finish strikes make a direct contrast with the burning red Brembo calipers.
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17 October 2012, 05:05 PM
Dragtimesinfo continues to publish extraordinary videos in their Youtube channel. This time, the battle is between Porsche 911 GT3 RS 9ff, Porsche 911 Turbo Protomotive VRT1200 and Nissan GT-R AMS Alpha 12+.
The three highly tuned cars are going against each other on the highway starting from around 60 km/h.
Porsche 911 GT3 RS 9ff and Porsche 911 Turbo Protomotive VRT1200 made a lot of starts, but every time the result is the same. The
17 October 2012, 04:57 PM
Ford is going to present five Focus ST concept cars, which are going to be showcased at 2012 SEMA Show later this month. Each of them is extremely exciting tuning with great characteristics needed to be reviewed little more in details.
The first concept is the 2013 Ford Focus ST Built by Tanner Foust Racing. This ST is equipped with 2.0L EcoBoost mated to a Six-Speed Manual Transmission. The car is “cool”, because it is built by the world record holder and X-Games Gold medalist Tanner Foust.
17 October 2012, 04:15 PM
ABT Sportsline has announced the AS3, which is currently the benchmark for sportiness and dynamism. The project is based on the latest A3 and comes with complete aerodynamics kit, sets of big wheels and some performance updates.
The aerodynamics package includes a tailgate-mounted spoiler, a rear diffuser insert
17 October 2012, 04:05 PM
Hyundai Velocity Concept is a vehicle which is to proudly debut at 2012 SEMA show. Originally the car is a Veloster sport coupe, but being a tuning it adds more aggressiveness and exceptional design language.
This Hyundai runs on 19 x 9.0 inch, HRE lightweight satin-charcoal racing wheels. In addition, the special car is fitted with tarmac-scraping lower body kit with generous front and rear brake cooling ducts, lift-reducing rear diffuser, oversized rear wing, and number one racecar design graphic.
The conce
17 October 2012, 03:42 PM
The unique Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT can now be seen at dealerships is disguise of both Coupé and Roadster variants. With the highly performance-oriented GT variant, the range has now grown up to five models.
This Mercedes conveys more dynamism and athleticism. It is fitted as standard with AMG forged wheels painted in matt black with a high-sheen finish, darkened headlamps and tail lights as well as red-painted brake calipers.
The wing-shaped cross fins and the star recess in the radiator grille, the exterior
17 October 2012, 03:33 PM
Vauxhall has released full details of 2013 Cascada full-size convertible that will launch the company into a fourth new sector this year, following on from its Ampera, Mokka and ADAM models.
The new Cascada will feature an all-new 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine delivering 170HP (125 kW) and 280Nm (207 lb-ft) of torque. The engine range also includes a 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol engine produces 140HP, and up to 220Nm thanks to an overboost function. There will be a diesel version coming with powerfu
17 October 2012, 02:59 PM
"We've enjoyed 22 fantastic years of Renault UK Clio Cup racing and the brand new Clio Cup race car is an incredibly exciting new chapter in the story for everyone", commented Renault UK Communications Director Jeremy Townsend.
"We will continue to run the existing car in the British championship through 2013, with the intention to then introduce the new turbo-charged Clio Cup car the following season. Getting the timing right is very important, the car will race in the Clio Eurocup next
16 October 2012, 05:52 PM
Rimac Automobili has finally finished their project – an electrically driven BMW E30. The project name is “Rimac e-M3” and it has broken several world records. Currently this is the fastest electric car in class 3 (above 1000 kg).
"I owned an old BMW E30 (MY 1984) which I used for drift and circuit races. At one of these races, the gas engine blew up. Then I decided to try building an EV. After one year or so the car was able to drive but I was not satisfied with the result. It was heavy, not
16 October 2012, 05:01 PM
Nissan has delivered the first Juke-R, which a number plate “001”. This particular model was sold for €500,000. As you know, the Juke-R has everything needed from one of the best cars in the world – Nissan GT-R R35.
In other words, the Juke-R is powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.8 liter V6 with 485HP (362 kW). 0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 257 km/h (160 mph). This is almost 5 seconds faster than a regular Juke and 57 km/h more top speed.
The Juke-R story began when it was
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