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champion motorsports street-legal porsche 911 rsr

Champion Motorsports street-legal Porsche 911 RSR

Champion Motorsports has announced their tuned version of Porsche 911 Turbo S. The name of the project is Porsche 911 GT3 RSR and the tuner from Pompano Beach, Forida has practically rebuilt the project vehicle. The performance upgrade includes a pair of new VTG turbochargers and straight-pipe exhaust. The result is astonishing – 575HP (423 kW) and 844Nm (625 lb-ft) of torque. There are also other interesting improvements – carbon fiber RSR bodywork, factory RSR floor undertray, new suspension arms, an RSR sw

ac schnitzer raptor mini john cooper works coupe

AC Schnitzer Raptor MINI John Cooper Works Coupe

A John Cooper Works MINI Coupe is sufficiently fast enough, right? Of course it is – 211 hp, 280 Nm of peak torque and a 6.4 second run to the 60 mile an hour mark. But apparently, one such MINI recently did a lap on the Hockenheim Race Circuit with a time of 1:13.0 on slick tires. The event was a 2012 “Tuner Grand Prix” and was hosted by the “sport auto” magazine. That's pretty impressive, but AC Schnitzer believe, the Coupe can do better than that (it is after all a “tuner” prix). That is when they brought out

astra gtc bi-turbo diesel joins vauxhall family

Astra GTC Bi-Turbo Diesel Joins Vauxhall Family

The Vauxhall Astra Hatch and Sports Tourer get some work done on the outside. A more “bold and aggressive appearance” is the desired effect or so we've been told. Put in a few words, they have just replaced the grille, relocated the badge, restyled the lower section and the indicators. If you happen to tick the “fog light” box, you'll get the now new ones as well. The back is also somewhat changed but that's not important right now. The real highlight of the story is that a new Astra GTC BiTurbo line is joining the

2012 mercedes-benz a-class with announced pricing

2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class with announced pricing

2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is soon going to proudly run through the streets showing off its design, powerful and great efficiency. Orders are already being taken as the prices are announced. The A-Class is equipped with powerful engines ranging from 80 kW (109 hp) to 155 kW (211 hp). In addition they are also extrem

mercedes-benz a45 amg 2.0 turbo: a sneak preview

Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG 2.0 turbo: a sneak preview

This Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG 2.0 turbo is in fact an early preview of the new completely redesigned high-performance Mercedes-Benz A-Class model enhanced by AMG. There are not a lot of details around this model. However we can expect around 370 hp (272 kW) and 300 pound-feet (222 Nm) of torque. Compared to the standard mode, which only produces 211 hp (155 kW), the AMG improved A-Class as obvious is stronger in power. This is due to the new engine included: twin-scroll turbocharged 2.0-liter one. It is named M133

lingenfelter chevrolet corvette c6 commemorative edition

Lingenfelter Chevrolet Corvette C6 Commemorative Edition

Lingenfelter Chevrolet Corvette C6 Commemorative Edition is powered by the almost unbelievable 750 by its 427 CID Intercooled Twin Turbo engine. The new tuning by Lingenfelter combines the ultimate thrill of wide-open throttle acceleration with a Z51 based hard cornering capability and exceptional braking performance.

2013 hyundai i30 tourer production begins

2013 Hyundai i30 Tourer Production Begins

2013 Hyundai i30 Tourer is going to join the i30 family as its production has already started. This Hyundai model will keep the characteristics which have made its hatchback sibling a great deal of success. Not only will bring the Tourer the great quality, value, stylish design, efficiency and driving enjoyment, but also it will add greater load-carrying capability to the i30’s package. The launch of the Tourer is the next phase of the New Generation i30’s introduction. The aim of Hyundai is to bring about m

fostla wrappings audi rs6r mtm

Fostla Wrappings Audi RS6R MTM

An Audi RS6 Avant that has been touched by the skillful hand of MTM and then wrapped around with foil (increasingly popular these days) by Fostla. By boosting the power up to 759 hp and 912 Nm of torque, MTM have created a significant distance from the “standard” RS6 which has “only” 571 hp and 650 Nm of torque coming from it's 5.0-liter V10 FSI Turbo (Gallardoesque) engine. That's why this one is actually called the Audi RS6...R. Anyway. Other non-stock features include the valve controlled

2013 hyundai equus

2013 Hyundai Equus

Hyundai's flagship, executive battle cruiser is born again for the year 2013. Hyundai Equus - the biggest, most powerful, safest and most equipped car, the company has ever made. There will be two trim levels (Signature and Ultimate) but no matter how you look at it, both of them are bundled with mind-boggling technology and it's hard to tell them apart. Both will unconditionally get the bulky 5.0-liter Tau DOHC V8 that sends 429 hp and 376 lb-ft of torque through a Hyundai-developed 8-speed

2013 chevrolet camaro in europe [video]

2013 Chevrolet Camaro in Europe [VIDEO]

2013 Chevrolet Camaro will finally delight its fans in Europe, however better and mightier than ever. After a decade long absence, the new Chevrolet model will deliver its customers the outstanding 432 horsepower from its V8 engine. In addition the Chevy comes with a contemporary 21st-century design, which includes a V-shaped nose, wide, planted stance, and broad rear shoulders, and all distinguishing features of a true Camaro. The car comes equipped with a manual transmission which is mat

smart fortwo iceshine edition in coupe and cabrio

Smart Fortwo Iceshine Edition in Coupe and Cabrio

Smart Fortwo Iceshine Edition is the latest special model created by Smart, which blends fresh, cheeky look and in addition comes along with chic equipment details. This special model can be preordered in white or in the eye-catching azure blue from June. The first vehicles in this limited series will be in dealerships

2013 nissan juke nismo debuts at le mans

2013 Nissan Juke Nismo debuts at Le Mans

2013 Nissan Juke Nismo production model is going to make its world debuting appearance on the Nissan’s stand at the Le Mans 24. This particular vehicle is the first in a series of new Nismo models, which were all inspired company's Japanese motorsport heritage and performance excellence. Next to Juke Nismo, Nissan will show their DeltaWing and Juke-R models as well. 2013 Juke Nismo has been already revealed under the form of a concept at Tokyo and Geneva international Motor Shows. Nissan's Nismo product range