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Rolls-Royce Phantom Extended Wheelbase revealed ahead of Paris 2010

Rolls-Royce has exclusively announced its high-end vehicles fleet for the upcoming edition of Mondial de l’Automobile Paris. The premium automaker has prepared for the show two Ghosts, a Phantom Coupe, a Carrara White metallic Phantom Drophead Coupe finished with Hotspur Red leather interior, as well as the ultimate Rolls-Royce highlight - the remarkable Phantom Extended Wheelbase. The staggering Extended Wheelbase vehicle will be presented in

abt gives the tt-rs plus 161 hp

ABT gives the TT-RS plus 161 HP

Approximately year ago, ABT, the famous Germany-based tuning specialist has released an exceptional performance enhancing program for the five-cylinder, four-wheel drive Ingolstadt beast Audi TT-RS, and now, the guys are here again, offering us even more power - 501 horsepower (368 kW). The staggering new performance peak is achieved via ABT’s all-new, innovative ABT POWER S program, which besides the components of the last year’s one, include ABT Turbo charger. Thanks to the newly added 161

peugeot uveils the ultra-fast ex1 concept

Peugeot uveils the ultra-fast EX1 concept

The French innovator Peugeot has unwrapped its latest conceptual vehicle, the Peugeot EX1 concept car. Representing a pure two-seater roadster with highly sophisticated, dazzling styling, light-weight construction and electric powering, the all-new future ride is a pure successor of the brand’s new design DNA, incorporating floating front grille and flowing body lines. Deeper on design level, the concept car utilizes an innovative architecture shaped like a water droplet, with the rear wheels set close together

2011 Kia Optima Sedan US sales start

Kia Motor America has officially launched the sales of the all–new 2011 Kia Optima midsize sedan. Premiered at the 2010 New York International Auto Show, the new-generation Optima is a proud successor of the evolving KIA design language, showcasing sharp, sporty profile that conveys elegance and athletic confidence from every side. The flawlessly styled 2011 Optima has been designed at Kia's advanced studios in Frankfurt and Irvine, Calif. At its sales start, the masculine Kia model will

Aston Martin One-77 fitted with the most powerful naturally aspirated unit

Aston Martin has announced some exclusive, new details regarding its staggering masterpiece creation – the 2011 Aston Martin One-77 – which is already near to production. Boasting an incredible look, the future classic gets its power from a 7.3-litre V12 unit, that has been just certified at 750 horsepower and 750 Nm of maximum torque - an extraordinary performance figures which automatically place it as the most powerful naturally aspirated road

2012 range rover evoque official details and images

2012 Range Rover Evoque official details and images

Land Rover, the renowned premium SUVs maker has finally released the official details and images of the production 2012 Range Rover Evoque. Scheduled for public debut at the 2010 Paris Motor Show on 30th September 2010, the newly styled compact SUV represents a completely new design approach among the British brand’s p

ANDERSON GERMANY refines the Ferrari 430 Scuderia

The German-based aftermarket specialist ANDERSON GERMANY has pulled off the sheets on its latest, high-performance conversion, the ANDERSON GERMANY Ferrari 430 Scuderia Edition. Embodying the ultimate pure-blooded supersports ride, the refined Ferrari showcases exclusive stealth-like exterior, boosted output and highly customized cabin. Its outer dress boasts a complete silky matt/gray shade, aerodynamic/styling carbon-fiber package - exterior mirrors, tail diffuser and engine compartment coverings – and sleek,

Volvo reveals S60 and V60 R-Design versions

Volvo has just announced a sportier, R-Design versions of its higly dynamic models 2011 Volvo S60 and V60. Both rides, the 2011 Volvo S60 R-Design and the 2011 Volvo V60 R-Design are true embodiments of the latest athletic innovations from the Swedish premium automaker. Stefan Sallqvist, manager of vehicle dynamics at Volvo Cars, shares: „Refining a chassis is a bit like being an athlete looking to break new records. Once you're beaten one record, you're immediately focused on the next. In the R-Design chassis w

Citroen SURVOLT vs Agni Z2 - world's first electric showdown

World’s first head-to-head duel between all-electric racecar and electric superbike was just held at the Thruxton race circuit. The eco-friendly rides – Citroen Survolt concept and Agni Z2 – was entrusted in the hands of two professional female racers – Vanina Ickx and Jenny Tinmouth – demonstrating ultimate speed, agility and performance. The stunningly shaped Citroen Survolt was piloted by Vanina Ickx – Le Mans Series and Touring Car racing

2011 Hyundai Elantra goes in production

Hyundai of America has officially announced that its all-new, still unseen on the US market 2011 Hyundai Elantra is about to join the staggering Sonata, in production at the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) from this year’s late fall. Scheduled for public debut at the forthcoming Los Angeles Auto Show this November, the 2011 Elantra has already showed its face in Korea approximately 2 months ago under the name Avante. John Krafcik, president and CEO, Hyundai Motor America, shares: “

2011 porsche 911 speedster limited-edition by porsche exclusive

2011 Porsche 911 Speedster limited-edition by Porsche Exclusive

Porsche Exclusive, the automaker’s in-house customization expert has announced its plans to unveil a new, ‘exclusive’ version of the extraordinary Porsche 911 Speedster. The special, rare ride will be manufactured in strictly limited number of 356 examples, paying homage to the first Porsche Speedster – the 356 Speedster. Scheduled for a public debut at the 2010 Paris Motor Show, the ultra sporty two-seater excels at some significant differenc

MR Car Design shows sporty refined VW Touran

The German-based tuner MR Car Design has pull off the sheets on its latest conversion, the sporty refined VW Touran. At first glance, the compact MPV benefits from few outer additions, including side skirts, a SRS-tec rear apron and a front spoiler. A set of 20-inch double-five-spoke design RS alloys wrapped in high-performance tires and Weitec sport chassis dynamics add even more athleticism to the ride’s already unique character. Under the bonnet, the specialists at MR Car Design have charged the enhanced mult