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Renault Megane RS N4

Renault Megane RS N4 is the new rally car for the private racing team of the company. It is powered by 2.0 liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine with 270HP and 340Nm of torque. The rally car also has an Ohlins suspension system and a limited slip differential for maximum performance. Among the other features, RS N4 boats a full roll cage, racing seats with a 6-point harness and a 6-speed Sadev transmission. Megane RS N4 has been on diet, so it is much lighter than a standard vehicle. Despit

2011 Acura TSX Wagon - 30 960 USD

2011 Acura TSX Wagon is now priced for the USA and will go on sale on the North American market from December 21st, this year. The car is powered by 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine mated to a a Sequential SportShift 5-speed automatic transmission. It is expected to return 30MPG on the highway, 22MPG in the city and 25MPG on the combined cycle. Acura TSX Wagon offers a huge cargo space of up to 60.5 cu-ft when the rear seats folded down. The vehicle is priced at 30 960 USD and goes up t

Volkswagen Up priced

Volkswagen has revealed its plans to showcase a production variant of its newly presented Up minicar at the next year’s Frankfurt Auto Show. According to the renowned German auto maker, the ultra compact ride will hit the market at the end of 2011 with a starting price tag of approximately 10,000 Euro. The first version of the VW Up model will be a three-door four-seater and will be offered with a range of three-cylinder gasoline and diesel power units. Ulrich Hackenberg, development chief

kahn-cosworth range rover evoque

Kahn-Cosworth Range Rover Evoque

Attention premium ride lovers, because Project Kahn has exclusively announced that a Cosworth-powered, luxury-enhanced version of the all-new, 2012 Range Rover Evoque is already in the works. Although, the recently unveiled premium compact SUV is still far from its market launch, the British tuning expert Project Kahn has revealed an example of how its outer styling might looks, revealing an exceptional blue livery reinforced by custom body kit and a set of huge, multi-spoke lightweight allo

Wheelsandmore Ferrari F430

The Germany-based aftermarket expert Wheelsandmore has unveiled a new power boosting package for the Maranello’s monstrous Ferrari F430, pumping up its output to even higher levels. Thanks to the newly developed kit, the F430’s 4.3-liter V8 petrol engine now tops the amazing 537 horsepower instead of the stock 490 horsepower. Wheelsandmore performance engine performance kit is consist of re-calibrated ECU and a lightweight, handmade stainless steel exhaust unit, which further results in highe

2011 Nissan Cube US price

Nissan has exclusively announced that its 2011 model year Nissan Cube is already at the brands dealerships across the US at the tempting price tag of 14,290 USD for the entry Cube 1.8 M/T model. The fresh Nissan boasts distinctive boxy styling with asymmetrical rear window, refrigerator-style rear door and wide range of personal accessories. The 2011MY Nissan Cube is offered in four stunningly-packed versions: Cube 1.8, Cube 1.8 S, Cube 1.8 SL, and the special Cube 1.8 S Krom Edition. For

Wheelsandmore Mercedes SLS AMG

Wheelsandmore unleashes another program for the all-new, stellar Mercedes gullwing ride - Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, showcasing its own vision for customizing the sporty beast. Undoubtedly exclusive even in stock mode, the SLS AMG now gets more power, enhanced styling and dynamics. In the terms of performance, Wheelsandmore engineers have developed a two-steps program for the 6.2-liter V8 DOHC unit, which in its first stage cranks the figures of the luxury grand tourer to 610 horsepower and 685 l

TopCar Vantage GTR 2 Porsche Cayenne II

Porsche Cayenne II received another tuning package, but this time from the Russian tuner TopCar. The project name is Vantage GTR 2 and it was presented at the Essen Motor Show last week. The body kit consists of a new front bumper and spoiler, a new bonnet, wide fenders, rear bumper and spoiler, and a rear diffuser. The tuner also added pair of new side mirrors, additional LED lights and a new set of forged wheels. All body components are made of carbon-kevlar and carbon-fiber material

2011 Chrysler 300 - better than ever

Chrysler has revealed their 2011 300 model. The car is nothing like the predecessor. It is more elegant and features new grille, LED headlights, and a lot of chrome accents. The windshield is more steeply raked, the bodywork has new better style and the wheel arches are revised, too. The interior boasts soft-touch plastics, wood trim, and additional sound killing material. As an options, there are heated and cooled seats, a two-piece sunroof, and a Garmin navigation system with an 8.4" screen

TranStar Racing Dagger GT

Dagger GT will try to achieve the unthinkable. It is a 2000HP hyper car, which will be created by TranStar Racing. The team includes aerodynamics experts formerly with NASA and the designer of the Saleen S7. The car is specially created to break just about every record, top speed, acceleration and lap times. The design is based on the Corvette Cheetah concept with carbon fiber body panels on a 4130 Chromoly Steel chassis. The hyper car is powered by 572 multi-fuel twin-turbo racing power p

2011 Lancia Stratos

Lancia has finally revealed official specs of 2011 Stratos. The sports car is powered by 4.3 liter V8 with 540PS (397 kW) at 8200RPM and 500Nm (369 lb-ft) of torque at 3750RPM. The results are achieved thanks to a remapped ECU and a high-performance exhaust system. The engine is mated to a 6-speed sequential gearbox. 0 to 100 km/ in just 3.3 seconds and 0 to 200 km/h in 9.7 seconds. The top speed is 274 km/h (170 mph). 2011 Lancia Stratos is based on Ferrari F430 Scuderia chassis, but shor

2010 MTM A1

MTM has unleashed its Christmas present for the fans, showcasing a fresh program for the recently premiered, compact Audi A1. Representing more than perfect platform for the German expert’s know-how, the fresh A1 has been given more power, sleek alloys, high-performance brakes, as well as few improvements to the under-body. On the outside, MTM A1 benefits from three-tone finish with MTM graphics and 18-inch wheelset Bimoto fitted with Conti Sport Contact 2 tires in the dimensions 215/35R18. T