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2011 aston martin rapide luxe - more than you expect

2011 Aston Martin Rapide Luxe - more than you expect

Aston Martin Rapide is the most gorgeous high-end luxury sedan in the world. Still, it can be improved and the manufacturer actually done that. Now, there is Rapide Luxe, which was just unveiled by Aston Martin UK. It is a combination of highly desirable functional features, a greater choice of paint and leather fin

2011 Skoda Fabia vRS S2000 Special Edition - 1.4 TSI with 180HP

Skoda has released a Special Edition of the hot hatchback - Fabia vRS. It is named IRC Skoda Fabia S2000 vRS Edition. The limited edition of the Fabia vRS uses a lot of design ideas from its rallying cousin, which has the same green color, as well as many white stripes on the roof, alloy wheels and stickers. This version will be limited to just 200 units. It is powered by 1.4TSI with 180HP (132 kW), which powers the standard vRS Fabia.

Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet - first image

Nissan has released a first image of Murano CrossCabriolet, which will have its world debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show. It will start on the 17th of November, 2010. We can't verify, if Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will be a hard-top or a soft-top convertible, but it looks rather catchy. Further details about the car will be revealed later this year including the price list. It will go on sale early in 2011.

Opel Astra Sport Tourer refined by Irmscher

Imrscher Opel Astra Sport Tourer is one of the latest projects of the tuning company. It boasts a front lip spoiler, a revised grille, aggressive side skirts, and a larger rear spoiler. The styling package also improves the downforce. The tuned Sport Tourer also has a suspension kit, which lowers the ride height by 30mm. Last, but not least, Imrscher Opel Astra Sport Tourer received a set of 18" "Turbo Star" alloys and there is an option for 20". The price list for the goodies is not announced, yet.

2010 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - Results

Sebastian Vettel is the new F1 world champion. He has 1st crossed the finish line in Abu Dhabi and won 25 points, which ensured his top position for this season. Vettel had even more luck, when his opponent for the title - Fernando Alonso was stuck on 7th place and won just 6 points. The main reason was Vitaly Petrov in a Renault and after the finish Alonso let his emotions as he gesticulated angrily at Russian Petrov after the chequered flag. Mark Webber finished just 8th and in the c

BMW Individual 7 Series - more luxury than you expect

BMW released a special photo gallery thanks to piano manufacturer Steinway & Sons. It is named Individual 7-Series Composition. The Individual 7-Series is available in white or black, the Composition features a hand polished paint job with three layers clear coat, high-gloss Shadow Line trim, a gold coachline

Arden Jaguar AJ 22 - so sweet!

Arden released their latest project - AJ 22, which is based on Jaguar XJ and features LED daytime running lights, hand-made stainless steel grille, Arden bonnet ornament, 21" light alloy rims in the exclusive Sportline design and of course a performance package. The 5.0l compressor received Arden high-performance exhaust silencer system and Sport metal catalytic converters. An Ecu re-map is also available so the expected result is gaining up to 95hp and 120Nm of torque. With the refini

g-power m6 hurricane rr - 800ps and 800nm

G-POWER M6 Hurricane RR - 800PS and 800Nm

After the debut of the mighty M5 Hurricane RR, it is time for G-Power to release M6 Hurricane RR. Their latest project is powered by a twin-supercharged 5.0 liter V10 boosted to whopping 800PS ( 588 kW) and 800 Nm ( 590 lb-ft) of torque. This turns M6 Hurricane RR into the world's fastest four-seat coupe. The acceleration is close to a jet fighter's one - 0 to 100 km/h in 4.35 seconds, which is kind of "slow", because of traction problems, but 0 to 200 km/h is in 9.5 seconds and the 300 km/h mark comes in 24.

2012 bentley continental flying spur series 51

2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur Series 51

Bentley Continental Flying Spur Series 51 was unveiled to showcase great advanced and intuitive touchscreen infotainment technology on all Continental Flying Spur and Supersports models. The enormous car is capable of doing 200 mph ( 322 km/h) and is the the most successful four-door Grand Tourer in Bentley’s history and among the best-selling ultra-luxury saloons in the world. It is powered by 6.0 litre twin-turbo W12 mated to a 6-speed ZF tiptronic automatic transmission. The monster under the hood deliver

toyota rav4 ev concept

Toyota RAV4 EV Concept

Toyota teased some pictures of the RAV4 EV Concept vehicle, which is going to debut at the LA Auto Show this month. The company didn't share any details, except the obvious one - it is co-developed with Tesla as part of their $50 million dollar agreement. The project features Toyota RAV4 compact SUV with Tesla electric powertrain, which will be completely ECO-friendly with no harmful emissions. The road version will be introduced to the US market in 2012 and until then we have to wait

Porsche Cayman Clubsport at the Los Angeles Auto Show?

Porsche will reveal a new model at the 2010 LA Auto Show. A mid-engine sports car which will be unveiled during a press conference at 10:55 a.m. on November 17 is right in the spotlight. The world premiere will be flanked by new 911 models, the 911 GTS and the 911 Speedster. The rumors is that the new model will be

2011 Chrysler 200 hits the market

2011 Chrysler 200 Sedan is priced at just 19 995 USD for the LX model, 21 995 USD for the Touring and 24 495 USD for the top of the line Limited trim level. The vehicle is powered by the new 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 with 283hp and 350 Nm (260 lb-ft) mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. However, the 2011 Chrysler 200 will also be sold with a 2.4-liter World Gas Engine. Outside, the 2011 Chrysler 200 Sedan boasts a restyled front and rear fascias and fenders, grille featuring the b