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Porsche Panamera S Hybrid

Porsche has added another member to its Panamera luxury sedan range – Porsche Panamera S Hybrid. Aimed at offering buyers even more efficient combination of economy and performance, the new Panamera S Hybrid estimates a total power output of 380 horsepower (279 kW) with CO2 emissions of just 159 g/km and fuel economy of 30.4 mpg combined. Thanks to Porsche’s intelligent performance, the new Panamera S Hybrid accelerates from standstill to 62 mph in 6.0 seconds on its way to a top speed of

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speedART TITAN-EVO-XL 600

Geneva Motor Show 2011 will host the public unveil of the speedART’s latest masterpiece conversion, the speedART TITAN-EVO-XL 600. Based upon the new Porsche Cayenne Turbo, the TITAN-EVO-XL 600 is a completely new ride. It has new aerodynamic body, improved performance, enhanced roar, restyled interior and better handling properties. Visually, the TITAN-EVO-XL 600 SUV highlights speedART’s exclusive TITAN-EVO-XL wide body kit which is consist of front spoiler, rear diffuser and wider fender f

Bentley Continental Supersports - record on ice

It is interesting, how fast the cars can go on ice? You don't need to guess anymore. Bentley has set a new world speed record on the frozen waters of the Baltic Sea. The Continental Supersports was driven by four-time world rally champion Juha Kankkunen. He averaged 330.695 km/h (205.48 mph) in two runs and set official record, which will be placed in The Guinness Book of World Records. There were some modifications of the Bentley Continental Supersports  like  a fully-welded roll-cage, new front and rear spo

Audi A8 L High Security

Audi A8 L Security will carry some very important persons, when it go out. In fact, it is a standard A8 L, but with 720 kg of armour including armored steel, polycarbonate-coated multilayer glass, reinforced side sills and acres of aramide fabric. However, this is not everything - the door and window modifications add additional 660 kg. Thanks to these upgrades, the car is certified for VR 7 class ballistic protection. In other words, it means that it will resist from AK-47s to hand grenades.

Novitec Rosso Race 606

Novitec Rosso has revealed their Race 606, which is based on Ferrari California. It features a front lip spoiler, an aggressive rear diffuser, a ventilated hood and a lot of carbon fiber accents. The whole stance of the car is lowered with 35mm, because of the new sport suspension, which also features a hydraulic front lift system. Novitec Rosso Race 606 stands on three-piece NF3 wheels with Pirelli PZero ultra-performance tires. The most important is under the hood - 4.3 liter V8, whic

2011 Ford Fiesta Sport Plus

Ford has exclusively announced the introduction of a special performance edition of its European best-seller – the Ford Fiesta. Dubbed Ford Fiesta Sport +, the limited sports-inspired model is based upon the three-door Ford Fiesta and is powered by an improved 1.6-litre, Duratec Ti-VCT petrol plant that delivers 134 horsepower at 6,700 revolution, with 160 Nm torque at 4,250 rpm. Its maximum speed is 195 km/h, while the classic zero to 100 km/m acceleration sprint lasts 8.7 seconds. Besides t

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MR Car Design Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG

Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG is one of the most powerful cars, which you can buy. However, the german tuner MR Car Design now offers a performance and style packages for the super sports car. The project is called - Shining Star and it is as fast as a falling star. The exterior includes a new SLR inspired carbon bonnet from fellow tuner Kicherer, a new rear bumper, black fender lights at the front and an new mid-mounted rear brake light in black, of course. The mighty 6.0 liter twin-turbo V12 i

lancia flavia concept

Lancia Flavia Concept

Looking exactly like the newly premiered Chrysler 200 mid-size sedan, Lancia Flavia Concept is about to make its premiere at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show. As we can easily suggest, the Flavia study ride is the natural result of the Lancia-Chrysler alliance and its launch on the European market could start in record time (just 6 months). The re-badged 2011 Chrysler 200 (Lancia Flavia Concept) is a real eye-pleaser. It has clean surfaces and elegant lines, as well as a distinctive new grille

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Pogea Racing Audi A7

Audi A7 received another tuning package, but this time from the german tuner - Pogea Racing. The name of the project is "Seven Sins". Besides the exterior package, the company also offers performance packages for the 3.0 TDI and the 3.0 TFSI engines. The 3.0 liter TDI Multitronic is boosted to 251PS (185 kW) and 468Nm (345 lb-ft), instead the factory 204PS (150 kW) and 400Nm (295 lb-ft).  The more powerful version of the diesel - 3.0 TDI S-Tronic is boosted all the way up to 289PS (213 kW)

2012 Dodge Charger SRT8

At the Chicago Auto Show, Dodge has unleashed its 2012 Dodge Charger SRT8, the latest addition to the well known Dodge SRT high-performance lineup. Officially announced for market launch in this year’s fall, the 2012 Charger SRT8 sports improved powertrain with more horsepower and improved fuel economy, thanks to its new active valve exhaust system. Externally, the 2012 Dodge Charger SRT8 benefits new front and rear fascias, along with a new rear spoiler. Its front grille, grille surround and

2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

The newly presented Chevy Camaro ZL1 is the latest addition by Chevrolet and most powerful series 2012 Camaro ever. Premiered at the Chicago Auto Show, the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is scheduled for market launch in early 2012, featuring high-end technology and performance. Under the masculine bonnet of the top-performance pony ride will be a supercharged V8 plant delivering an extraordinary output of 550 horsepower (410 kW), which will be backed by technologically advanced and highly develop

Infiniti Etherea

Infiniti will reveal a concept car at the Geneva Auto Show, next month. It is named Etheria, which will be something between a hatchback, a coupe, a sedan and a crossover. There are no further details about the car, except that it will measure 4.4m in length. “ETHEREA is about a new type of luxury for younger buyers,” commented Toru Saito, Corporate Vice President and Leader of the Global Infiniti Business Unit. “It is not just a smaller version of a typically conservative and traditio