Lotus Evora GTC: even faster

May 15, 2012 :: Posted by - Josh :: Category - Car News, Lotus

The Lotus Evora GTC has just arrived in the family. If the Lotus Evora Enduro GT4 was already fast, this new version called Lotus Evora GTC is even more.

lotus evora gtc

Now incorporates a traction control system and antilock brakes signed by Bosch, who succeeded in improving the delivery of power to the ground and braking ability. Nevertheless manages to keep its contents weight in a lightweight 1,130 kg, which may increase by another 10 kg extra, depending on the specifications that the customer chooses. Read more…

Rimac makes testing of its first electric sports car has 1,088 hp

May 09, 2012 :: Posted by - Josh :: Category - Car News, Electric car, Rimac

The Croatian manufacturer ready by 2013 only 88 units of its first electric sports would be the fastest in its class. The Rimac Concept One accelerates from 0 to 100 kph in 2.8 seconds.

rimac concept one

The engineering team automaker Automobili Croatian Rimac continues working on its first project, the Concept One, a sports car that goes on sale in 2013 with a limited edition of 88 units and four electric motors which shed 1,088 horsepower and a ‘bestial’ torque of 3,800 Nm. Recently, Rimac was his first and so far only a test car to the slopes of Monaco where it was found that this electric sports car has a top speed of 305 mph and a range of 600 kilometers that allow its four electric motors mounted in each of its wheels. This performance helps set the low weight of 1,650 kilos and marking that allows an acceleration from 0 to 100 kph in just 2.8 seconds. Read more…

Toyota Supra: now becomes a mythical hybrid sport

May 08, 2012 :: Posted by - Josh :: Category - Hybrid Car, Toyota

A new Toyota Supra is in the plans of the Japanese manufacturer. After several years where big sporting group were reserved for Lexus, becomes a mythical successor prototype model based on the FT-HS that was presented at the Detroit Motor Show in 2007.

toyota supra 2012

Becomes the Toyota Supra, or at least that seems the intention of the Japanese manufacturer. After the demise of market models as the legendary Celica, the MR-2 or the previous-generation Supra, the group’s plans Toyota on sports cars had focused on its luxury brand Lexus, with models such as the LFA and the new Toyota GT-86. However, at the Detroit Motor Show 2007, Toyota introduced the prototype FT-HS , a hybrid sport that did not go to production plans because of the financial crisis that began in 2008. Read more…

Bugatti 16C Galibier sedan in luxury

May 02, 2012 :: Posted by - Josh :: Category - Bugatti, Luxury Car

After the uncertainty on the production of 16C Galibier or not, it seems that Bugatti has finally given the green light to the production of this ultra-luxury sedan. This manufacturer of dreams has left his intentions embodied in a promotional video posted on his official Youtube channel.

Bugatti 16C Galibier sedan

Since its official debut as a prototype at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2009, much has been speculated whether Bugatti fabricate or not impressive 16C Galibier. Finally, it appears that the luxury carmaker end yes it will produce and sell. Although not confirmed with a definite yes, Bugatti has posted on his YouTube channel a promotional video of the 16C Galibier, which explains various exclusive details of the 16C Galibier. In the pictures, we see the extreme taste for luxury, elegance and high technology to the maximum exponent. Read more…

Bentley introduced the new flagship of the range convertible

April 29, 2012 :: Posted by - Josh :: Category - Bentley, Car News, Luxury Car

The new Bentley Continental GTC on display in Beijing features a powerful 6.0 liter, 12 cylinder W and 575 horses. Draws attention to the details of its interior, handmade.

New Luxury Bentley Mulsanne

While the predecessor of Continental GTC is elegant, discreet and firm stance, the new Bentley generation of this model presented in the current automotive event in Beijing, holds the same line convertible but now has more ‘muscle’ and comfort. Among the developments that led the British brand, one of them and perhaps the most noted is the new flagship of its convertible version, the Bentley Continental GTC W12. Read more…

Mercedes-Benz Viano Diamond Vision Concept

April 27, 2012 :: Posted by - Josh :: Category - Car News, Mercedes-Benz

The Beijing Motor Show has seen the introduction of major new Mercedes prototype, based on his van Viano, which has been coated on the inside with every luxury imaginable.

mercedes viano vision diamond concept

Mercedes-Benz Viano Diamond Vision Concept, a name that makes us too long, but contains a completely different version to what we knew. The class is the ‘leitmotif’ of this van for the star mark, especially inside. Outside, we found a two-tone body black diamond and separated by a line of hand-painted gold, a prominent front refilla black chrome alloy wheels with five spokes and calipers with gold lettering. Read more…

Two dragons ‘landed’ in China Auto Show

April 25, 2012 :: Posted by - Josh :: Category - Aston Martin, Auto Show, Car News, Jeep

On display in Beijing were released Aston Martin Dragon 88 and Dragon Concept Jeep Wrangler, two limited editions and exclusive market for the Asian giant.

Aston Martin Dragon 88

Thinking about the ever-increasing consumption of luxury cars by Chinese consumers, Jeep and Aston Martin, produced two special editions and limited to only be sold in this country and that are released in the hall of Beijing 2012. Aston Martin took this room three special editions with Dragon 88 commemorating the Chinese Year of the Dragon. These models are based on the Aston Martin DBS Volante, the Virage and V8 Vantage S, of which only 88 units manufactured. Read more…

Mercedes Concept Coupe Style, a step ahead

April 21, 2012 :: Posted by - Josh :: Category - Car News, Mercedes-Benz

As it did with the Mercedes CLS, the German re-created a new category of car. This is the Mercedes Concept Coupe Style, a four-door model derived from a midsize sedan that is presented as a prototype in the Hall of China. Will soon be on the market.

Mercedes Benz Concept Style Coupe

The Style Concept Mercedes Coupe is a four-door coupe noted for the hood built into the front and two nerves that run lengthwise and provide an undeniable sporty look. Also striking diamond grid effect, which is the same as as that in the Concept A-CLASS. At the rear lights highlight the sharp shapes and twin exhaust pipes, which integrates seamlessly into a diffuser evokes the diamond shape of the grille. Read more…

New Toyota Land Cruiser V8 D-4D

April 17, 2012 :: Posted by - Josh :: Category - Car News, Toyota

The luxury all-terrain Toyota Land Cruiser is updated with several new features. One of them is found in its V8 D-4D, which happens to fit the standard Euro 5 pollution control. With 272 hp and a fully equipped, this full-blooded 4×4 offers more value to attract the most loyal fans of driving off road.

Toyota Land Cruiser V8 Diesel

A more complete equipment and a slight mechanical optimization, these are the main novelties introduced the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 D-4D. Its engine V8 turbodiesel 4,461 cm3 displacement and 272 hp at 3,600 rpm receive a series of enhancements that allow it to adapt to the pollution control regulations Euro 5, including a revamped diesel particulate filter. The stated torque stands at 66.28 Nm between 1,600 and 2,800 rpm. This diesel engine is coupled to a six-speed automatic transmission. The battalion accompanying technological Toyota Land Cruiser D-4D 272 hp is large. Among the most relevant systems, highlights the intelligent multi-terrain all-wheel drive, a device capable of varying the parameters of the accelerator, brakes and traction control according to surface conditions we are experiencing. This system has four operating options: earth and mud, gravel, rocks and Badenes. Read more…

Mercedes Benz presented the new generation of ‘mini’ Class G

April 16, 2012 :: Posted by - Josh :: Category - Jeep, Mercedes-Benz

New exterior, a more modern interior, new engines and some technological innovations joined Mercedes Benz in the new version of its most powerful 4×4.

Mercedes Benz mini Class G

The German automaker introduced several modifications to the new version of its most powerful and conservative 4×4. With this new generation, the body of the G-Class gets minor changes to show the most current, since the one hand it incorporates LED daytime running lights and a novel mirrors. Furthermore, its front grille takes on a much sportier appearance at any time without affecting the design that has characterized it over time. Read more…