19 June 2012, 12:52 AM
Jay Leno gets to know a Scion FR-S close and personal. Him being a renown motoring enthusiast, we get to hear his opinion about the idea behind the sports car and also there are the facts coming from Scion's Vice President Jack Hollis to support Leno's view.In the video, they discuss the existing competition (the Mazda MX5), the affordability of fun nowadays, the Toyota GT legacy within the FR-S, the boxer engine and more. As an end point, the Scion proves to be as said – light, sporty, rear-whe
19 June 2012, 12:41 AM
It's an Audi Q5 diesel...S. It's also a concept and the latest buzz that's come out from Inglostad. However, when we say “concept” we don't really mean something far fetched. All is planned and the Audi dealerships will get their batch of TDI S goodness well into the first quarter of 2013.
So then, the core of the Audi SQ5: a 3.0-liter TDI engine that has two (not one) turbochargers. It's oily bits have been reinforced in way so that they can take the stress of 313 hp and 650 Nm of torque. Th
18 June 2012, 04:10 PM
2013 Kia Sorento SUV is going to get upgraded by receiving a number of significant enhancements. The new upgraded model will go on sale later this year.
In particular, the changes include re-engineered bodyshell, improved powertrains for best-in-class fuel economy with lower emissions, improved ride, handling and refinement, additional convenience and safety features, fresh look for the exterior.
Furthermore, Kia’s designers have also featured in the new upgrades new headlamps with LED pos
18 June 2012, 03:13 PM
2012 Kahn Ferrari 458 Italia is covered by this splendid red aluminum-alloy couture, thus grabbing the attention of everyone effortlessly. What makes this Ferrari unique is that it is by heart a true Italian vehicle which however received a truly British inspiring blueprint.
Of course, no one else but the tuners fro
18 June 2012, 01:43 PM
The @Mii is the latest in limited edition series from Seat. It will be available for orders only on the web through a dedicated site. Try explaining that to your grandad #ITKnowledgeDeficiency.
When you manage to get to the @Mii portal, there are a few customization options but you do start off with a base – The Seat Mii Style Chic. That means 14-inch, Silva design alloy wheels and a 1.0-liter, three-cylinder petrol unit to spin them. The power stands at 75 hp while the economy figures state
18 June 2012, 01:19 PM
2012 Toyota 86 GTS now will be equipped with new comprehensive aero package, which will reduce the aerodynamic drag and increase the downforce for superior handling stability. At the same time this package is destined to maintain vehicle's wind-cheating 0.27 drag coefficient.
In details, the aero kit of the Toyota comprises of a new front bumper skirt, side skirts, rear bumper skirt and large rear spoiler. It can be ordered optionally to the high-grade 86 GTS model, both with manual and autom
18 June 2012, 12:57 PM
Champion Motorsports has announced their tuned version of Porsche 911 Turbo S. The name of the project is Porsche 911 GT3 RSR and the tuner from Pompano Beach, Forida has practically rebuilt the project vehicle.
The performance upgrade includes a pair of new VTG turbochargers and straight-pipe exhaust. The result is astonishing – 575HP (423 kW) and 844Nm (625 lb-ft) of torque.
There are also other interesting improvements – carbon fiber RSR bodywork, factory RSR floor undertray, new suspension arms, an RSR sw
15 June 2012, 05:24 PM
A John Cooper Works MINI Coupe is sufficiently fast enough, right? Of course it is – 211 hp, 280 Nm of peak torque and a 6.4 second run to the 60 mile an hour mark. But apparently, one such MINI recently did a lap on the Hockenheim Race Circuit with a time of 1:13.0 on slick tires. The event was a 2012 “Tuner Grand Prix” and was hosted by the “sport auto” magazine. That's pretty impressive, but AC Schnitzer believe, the Coupe can do better than that (it is after all a “tuner” prix).
That is when they brought out
15 June 2012, 05:12 PM
The Vauxhall Astra Hatch and Sports Tourer get some work done on the outside. A more “bold and aggressive appearance” is the desired effect or so we've been told. Put in a few words, they have just replaced the grille, relocated the badge, restyled the lower section and the indicators. If you happen to tick the “fog light” box, you'll get the now new ones as well. The back is also somewhat changed but that's not important right now. The real highlight of the story is that a new Astra GTC BiTurbo line is joining the
15 June 2012, 03:26 PM
2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is soon going to proudly run through the streets showing off its design, powerful and great efficiency. Orders are already being taken as the prices are announced.
The A-Class is equipped with powerful engines ranging from 80 kW (109 hp) to 155 kW (211 hp). In addition they are also extrem
15 June 2012, 02:37 PM
This Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG 2.0 turbo is in fact an early preview of the new completely redesigned high-performance Mercedes-Benz A-Class model enhanced by AMG. There are not a lot of details around this model. However we can expect around 370 hp (272 kW) and 300 pound-feet (222 Nm) of torque.
Compared to the standard mode, which only produces 211 hp (155 kW), the AMG improved A-Class as obvious is stronger in power. This is due to the new engine included: twin-scroll turbocharged 2.0-liter one. It is named M133
15 June 2012, 11:32 AM
Lingenfelter Chevrolet Corvette C6 Commemorative Edition is powered by the almost unbelievable 750 by its 427 CID Intercooled Twin Turbo engine. The new tuning by Lingenfelter combines the ultimate thrill of wide-open throttle acceleration with a Z51 based hard cornering capability and exceptional braking performance.
