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chevrolet sonic z-spec concept

Chevrolet Sonic Z-Spec Concept

Sonic Concept is one of the latest project of Chevrolet. The vehicle will be on display at the North American International Auto Show for the next two weeks. It is finished in matte black and orange and definitely grabs your attention. The mirror caps, trim around the radiator, the rear spoiler and a racing stripe are in glossy orange as well as the BBS alloy racing wheels. The interior also has some orange touches - ather-lined Recaro seats, flat-bottom steering wheel cover, and shift boot.

Porsche 918 RSR

Porsche has announced the 918 RSR, which was unveiled at the North American Auto Show in Detroit. The car is a two-seat mid-engined Coupe featuring technologies from both 911 GT3 R Hybrid race car and 918 Spyder concept. Porsche 918 RSR is powered by mighty V8 engine with 563HP at 10 300RPM. However, the sports car also has two electric motors on the front wheels with total power of 150kW (204HP). This means that 918 RSR has 767HP. The power is transmitted to the road through 6-speed sp

Peugeot 508 1.6 VTi - £18 150

Peugeot announced the price list for 508 model in the UK. It will hit the market in April this year and will be available with a choice between two petrol engines and four diesel ones. The petrol range includes 1.6 VTi 120 EGC with 120HP and 158Nm (117 lb-ft) of torque and a 1.6 liter THP with 156HP and 243Nm (180 lb-ft). The diesel engines are - 1.6 liter HDi with 112HP and 243Nm (180 lb-ft) and a 2.0 liter HDi with either 140HP and 324Nm (240 lb-ft), or 163HP and 344Nm (255 lb-ft), or 20

ford vertrek concept

Ford Vertrek Concept

Ford has unveiled Vertrek concept at the 2011 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The SUV is a sleeker, sportier and more stylish compared to the other vehicles on the market. “Vertrek concept is a no-compromise solution we feel utility vehicle customers will embrace around the world,” commented Derrick Kuzak, Ford group vice president of Global Product Development. “It is a revolution compared to what is typically seen in this segment in North America and is a stylish evol

2011 volkswagen passat us

2011 Volkswagen Passat US

2011 Volkswagen Passat US has been unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show. The vehicle will be built in an all-new factory in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and designed specifically for the North American market. The new Mid-size Sedan combines efficiency, comfort and value - the starting price is $20 000. However, the US version is very different from the EU.There are changes to the window line, rear lights, bootlid and bumper as well as restyled doors and front wings. The wheelbase is 2 803 mm (

2011 Chrysler 200 Super S by Mopar

Chrysler has announced an exclusive, Moparized version of its recently introduced mid-size sedan Chrysler 200 for the upcoming 2011 Detroit Auto Show. Dubbed 2011 Chrysler 200 Super S by Mopar, the tweaked ride is aimed at car lovers who desire more style and substance. The 2011 Chrysler 200 Super S by Mopar is rounded-off with exceptional craftsmanship inside and out. It offers refined and spirited driving experience, while wide variety of hi-tech extras and abundance of standard safety feat

2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sales start

Just few days before the start of the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Mercedes-Benz has officially announced that its new-generation, face-lifted 2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class will be available for order from January 10th in Europe, while is scheduled for showroom appearing in spring 2011. Dr. Joachim Schmidt, Executive Vice President Sales and Marketing, Mercedes-Benz Cars shares: “The C-Class is a highly successful model that has been attracting more and more customers from

2012 Fiat 500 by Mopar

At this year’s North American International Auto Show in Detroit, which starts next week, Chrysler Group LLC is about to amaze car lovers with its fully “Moparized” version of the 2012 Fiat 500 Cinquecento. Benefiting from the same beautiful Italian styling, timeless functionality, efficient design and innovative technology as the original version, the enhanced 2012 Fiat 500 now showcases a wide range of sleek Mopar accessories ready to emphasize immediately its smooth lines. 2012 Fia

gwa mercedes-benz ciento once

GWA Mercedes-Benz Ciento Once

GWA Mercedes-Benz Ciento Once is a one-of-a-kind modern revival of the 1970 Mercedes-Benz Gullwing prototype C111, which back then broke all the records with its revolutionary Wankel diesel plant. Never made it to the production line, Mercedes-Benz C111’s modern crafted version is born by the creative designed Arturo Alonso, the GWA owner, which made some exclusive yet careful changes to the original design of the ride and updated it with stunning nowadays details. The heart of the one-of

reiter lamborghini gallardo lp600+

Reiter Lamborghini Gallardo LP600+

Reiter Engineering has released its latest motorsport conversion, the Lamborghini LP600+ fully developed in compliance with the strict GT3 regulations. Representing the ultimate Lamborghini Gallardo embodiment, Reiter LP600+ race-ready supercar boasts a price tag of 288,500 Euro (approximately 386,000 USD). Under its weight-reduced body (only 2,624 pounds curb weight), the Reiter Engineering race beast LP600+ GT3 has a 5.2-liters V10 upped to 600 horsepower. Furthermore, the Reiter convers

2012 Buick Verano

At the forthcoming North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Buick will reveal publicly its third new model in the past two years and first in the compact luxury segment, the 2012 Buick Verano. Scheduled for market launch in the fourth quarter of 2011, the all-new Verano compact luxury sedan is fully packed with the latest hi-tech developments, including 10 standard air bags, heated steering wheel and a next-generation radio system with OnStar-powered connectivity that enables seaml

ANDERSON GERMANY Audi Q7

ANDERSON GERMANY has released its latest skilful conversion based upon the massive Ingolstadt SUV - Audi Q7 V12 TDI Family Edition, which now exudes individualism, bolder look and even more exclusive salon. On the exterior, the experts at ANDERSON GERMANY have enriched the Q7’s dress via a carbon package, which features grille border, front and rear diffusers, mirror caps, as well as roof drip moldings. In addition to that, the grille and logos are painted in shiny black lacquer, the taillig