25 July 2013, 11:41 AM
Galpin Auto Sports is going to introduce Ford GTR1 at Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, next month. The sports car is inspired by Ford GT and comes with super-powerful engine.
The GTR1 will be powered by a 5.4 liter twin-turbocharged V8 with 1,024HP (764 kW) and 998Nm (739 lb-ft) of torque. The top speed will be over 362 km/h (225 mph) - making it a truly modern and bold American mid-engine supercar.
Designed by Galpin Auto Sports, the hand crafted all aluminum body was widened by 5” c
25 July 2013, 11:02 AM
Sir Malcolm Campbell has set a land speed record back in 1935 with Blue Bird V. The vehicle is currently on on display at the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu.
Sir Malcolm Campbell set a land speed record of 445 km/h (276.82) mph in the Blue Bird V at Daytona Beach, Florida, USA, in February 1935 and then went on to become the first person to exceed 300 mph when he achieved a record 484.5 km/h (301.129 mph) in it at Bonneville salt flats, Utah, in September of the same year.
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25 July 2013, 09:30 AM
Brabus has revealed their latest project based on the all-new 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. The tuned luxurious saloon is described as powerful, fast, individual and exclusive.
The tuning specialists offer performance package for the S500 powered by 4.7 liter V8 bi-turbo boosted to 520HP (382 kW) and 820Nm (604 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds and a top speed can be limited to 250,275 or 300 km/h (155, 168 or 186 mph). The BRABUS
25 July 2013, 08:55 AM
VATH has released their latest project based on the stylish and super-fast Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake. The tuner equipped the X 218 model with both styling and performance modifications.
The tuning package V63RS boosts the 5.5 liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine to whopping 846HP (622 kW) and 1,180Nm (874 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in less than 4.0 seconds and a top speed of 350 km/h (218 mph). The result is thanks to a numb
25 July 2013, 08:22 AM
Mazda US has announced the pricing and the official fuel economy of the all-new 2014 Mazda3. The affordable and efficient vehicle is going to hit the market this September with pricing starting from just $16,945 (excl. a $795 destination charge).
Standard extras include push-button start, automatic power door locks, a remote keyless entry system, daytime running lights and a USB connection port. Also standard are a matte-finish front grille, 16” full-cover steel wheels, body-color door ha
25 July 2013, 07:48 AM
Morgan has announced Brooklands Editions of the Roadster and 3-Wheeler models. Both are design to "celebrate the ancestry of British racing cars".
The limited editions are named after the Brooklands circuit and feature a Jaguar ‘Brooklands’ green exterior with some nice black accents and special badges. Both models are equipped with black leather upholstery, a four-spoke steering wheel and rubber floor mats.
Morgan Roadster comes with a body-color dashboard and a revised gearbox cover
25 July 2013, 07:15 AM
Callaway Competition GmbH, Leingarten Germany has presented the new GT3 version of Chevrolet Corvette C7. The race car complies with FIA regulations and is going to compete in GT3-class.
Specialists, like Callaway, require authorization from original equipment manufacturers, like Chevrolet, to submit the homologation forms necessary to allow their version of the car to be the version allowed in FIA competition. As Callaway has just received the required letter of authorization from Chevr
25 July 2013, 06:31 AM
Citroen has unveiled the C-Elysee WTCC, which is going to take place in 2014 World Touring Car Championship. The race car will be the very first vehicle to be designed in accordance with the new regulations, currently being prepared by the FIA for the category next year.
“Choosing C-Elysee as the basis for our WTCC car reflects very clearly our determination to use racing as an active means of supporting our commercial development. With rounds in Latin America, Morocco, China and Russia,
24 July 2013, 01:33 PM
Bugatti is going to exhibit the Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Jean-Pierre Wimille Edition next month during the Monterey Auto Week in California, USA. The manufacturer is continuing to make all kinds of special editions Veyron cars.
This particular model is limited to just 3 units named after the Legend Jean-Pierre Wimille, who triumphed at 24 Hours of Le Mans for Bugatti in 1937 co-driving a 57G Tank with Robert Benoist. He also won in 1939
24 July 2013, 12:01 PM
Briggs Automotive Company (BAC) almost break the record for lapping BBC Top Gear’s test track at Dunsfold, Surrey with their MONO.
BAC MONO managed to lap the circuit in just 1 minute and 14.3 seconds, which is faster than everything except the mighty Pagani Huayra, which did the lap in 1 minute and 13.8 seconds. The MONO is powered by a 2.3 liter naturally aspirated Cosworth engine with 285HP (209 kW) mated to a 6-speed sequential gearbo
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24 July 2013, 10:33 AM
The entry-level crossover Volkswagen Taigun Concept is going to get in production not earlier than 2016.
The Taigun won't be sold in United States because they believe Americans don't want 3-cylinder gasoline or diesel engines and such compact dimensions. The Europeans don’t want it either, but somebody will buy it… eventually.
The Taigun Concept was presented back in October 2012 at the Sao Paolo Motor Show. The compact crossover is a direct rival of Ford EcoSoprt. The left-hand drive
24 July 2013, 08:16 AM
The 2014 Mirage 5-door sub-compact is the most fuel-efficient non-hybrid gasoline vehicle available in America. The small Mitsubishi can achieve up to 44 mpg US (5.4 liters / 100 km) on the highway and 40 mpg US (5.9 liters / 100 km) on combined cycle – manual gearbox.
Standard safety features include seven air bags; Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS); 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD); and Brake Assist. Hill Start Assist (HSA) is also stand
