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TVR T350

The T350 is a brand new coupe based on the running gear of the universally acclaimed Tamora. The concept is to apply TVR's expertise gained in motorsport to a road car, and both shape and engineering owe much to TVR's racing programme. It is intended to form the basis of a racing car for the new GT Cup class of the British GT Championship as well as for a number of overseas one-make race series. This car is available in two forms  the T350C, where C stands for coupe, and the T350T, for targa, wh

Nismo 350Z

For the first time ever in the Nissan Z’s 37-year history, a high-performance NISMO 350Z is part of the extensive Z's lineup. The new 2007 Nissan NISMO 350Z features an extensively developed list of unique equipment – including a special body package and improved handling equipment. This new model, the fifth in the 2007 350Z Coupe lineup, is available with a 6-speed manual transmission only. The most striking visual feature of this special vehicle is the NISMO aerodynamics package, which stro

Ford F-150 Foose

Hitting the streets in early 2008 is one tough boulevard cruiser – the 2008 Ford F-150 Foose Edition styled by custom street rod designer Chip Foose. Lowered, but looking even more hunkered down thanks to its big 22-inch wheels, the special Foose F-150 sports bold racing stripes that start at the edge of the hood and then thin out over the front fenders to run the length of the vehicle only to widen again at the tailgate. Planned for a limited run of production units, Foose gave the F-

Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Jeep® brand unveiled today the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee that features an all-new 4.7-liter V-8 engine that delivers a 24 percent increase in horsepower, a 6 percent increase in torque and improved fuel economy compared with the engine it replaces. The 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee also offers a refreshed interior and exterior design and a host of innovative premium amenities, including one not found on other full-size sport-utility vehicles (SUV) on the road today -- SIRIUS Backseat TV™. The vehi

Ford Mustang Shelby GT500KR

Launching next spring, the 2008 Ford Shelby GT500KR model features a 5.4-liter supercharged V-8 with a Ford Racing Power Upgrade Pack that boosts engine output to an estimated 540 horsepower. Produced in a limited edition of 1,000 units, the Shelby GT500KR coupe comes with a custom carbon composite hood with scoops and stainless steel twist-down hood pins, a lower front air dam with chrome-trimmed functional brake ducts and large 14-inch Brembo front brakes. The suspension has been modified w

Brabus Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Concurrent with the market introduction of the new Mercedes-Benz C-Class BRABUS presents an exclusive sport program for the new sedan. Highlights of the product lineup are the BRABUS 4.0 displacement engine with 332 hp / 244 kW for the V6 gasoline models, an elegant aerodynamic-enhancement program, light-alloy wheels with 20-inch diameter and corresponding suspensions, plus numerous individual interior options. BRABUS is world-renowned for its powerful yet clean-burning displacement engines,

Je Design Audi TT

Audi barely released the TT on the market and JE DESIGN already came up with modifications. Now out of Leingarten, Germany, one can receive "huge" helpings while going back for seconds. In addition to suspension and motor is a complete optical package including improved brakes, a 4-pipe stainless steel sports exhaust and 20" wheels. JE DESIGN sets the the 2,0 Litre-TFSI motor under heavy pressure. Following alterations to the motor control system, the turbo gasoline-engine car has 180kW / 244

LSD Smart

Relatively inexpensive "topless" driving pleasure one can get with the Smart Roadster which is designed in accordance with the British roadster tradition. On time for the start of the Spring season this car can be equipped with the famous LSD-wing door hinges, providing it a much spectacular appearance. LSD door fittings come with a German TÜV certificate certifying that the LSD wing doors meet all safety standards. Compared to other retrofit sets for wing doors, the LSD fittings made in G

Mansory Conquistador

Mansory Rolls Royce Phantom Conquistador, the new project of MANSORY based on a Rolls Royce Phantom, which is completing the MANSORY individual customization focus on to british noble high class automobile brands. Innately the Rolls Royce Phantom is a representing beauty of elegance and doubtlessly the top of automobile modernity and in detail MANSORY made some more exclusively accents. It starts with a new developed frontspoiler with integrated state of the art LED daytime running lights an

Lexus LS 600h

The new LS 600h adds Lexus’ revolutionary hybrid technology to the unique values of L-finesse design, the world’s most advanced safety technology and the highest possible standards in production, quality and comfort expressed in the LS 460, to create a vehicle which explores the outer reaches of luxury car performance, design, safety and efficiency, whilst offering the ultimate in sophisticated and engaging driving experiences. From the outset, the Lexus philosophy has been to develop cars th

Hyundai QarmaQ

At the Geneva International Motor Show today, Hyundai Motor Co. and GE Plastics presented QarmaQ, a first in the Crossover Coupe segment. The QarmaQ is Hyundai's Advanced Technology Demonstration Vehicle (ATDV) that showcases over 30 different environmentally progressive technologies led by the innovative "Elastic Front™", an innovative solution that can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in Crossover Utility Vehicles (CUV) pedestrian collisions. Designed at Hyundai Motor Europe's De

B&B Audi TT

To become member in the club of “300” was first point on - German Tuner - B&B’s to-do-list regarding development of this extraordinary TT. To reach the necessary power for a top speed of 300 and more, completely new developed turbocharger and intercooler are installed in the 3.2ltr V6 engine of the Audi TT. The air intake system has been optimized in a significant way. The oil temperature is kept on a perfect level by the help of a special slim line oil cooling system. For perfect results