A third body variant of the BMW M6 high-performance sports car is set to be presented for the first time as the BMW M6 Gran Coupe joins the existing Coupe and Convertible models in the line-up. The new member of the M6 family brings together customary M performance characteristics with luxury and aesthetic appeal. The high-revving V8 engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology and 412 kW/560 hp propels the BMW M6 Gran Coupe from 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.2 seconds. And the elegantly sporty lines of the four-door Coupe are complemented by be…
The MINI John Cooper Works Paceman combines sporting flair and inimitable style to introduce a new dimension in driving fun to the premium compact segment. Its race-bred powertrain and chassis technology create a recipe for agility, and the overall concept of the first Sports Activity Coupé in its class gives it an immediate, show-stealing impact. The MINI transfers the power developed by its 160 kW/218 hp four-cylinder turbocharged engine to the road with poise and assurance, courtesy of its standard ALL4 all-wheel-drive system. Lowered spo…
The Real Thing from Union HZ on Vimeo . THE REAL THING is a short documentary about custom hot rod builder BODIE STROUD and his re-imagining of a classic Mustang by way of an extremely rare and powerful motor built specifically for legendary racer Mario Andretti's 1969 Can Am series race car. The film follows the complex and creative build from its early stages, through its initial test drive all the way to an unveiling at the SEMA Car Show in Las Vegas where Bodie comes face to face with Mario Andretti himself.
Lexus is adding another model to its flagship LS series of sedans, with the LS 460 F Sport. Fitted with a more aggressive body style to that of the LS, the bold 460 F Sport also brings paddle shifting, a subtly lowered sport-tuned air suspension, and 19-inch forged alloy wheels to a full range of luxurious interior and driver-supporting amenities expected in the LS sedans. Deployment is currently slated first for North America by the end of the summer.
Two new models have been added to the UK range of the Fiat 500 Abarth. The Abarth 595 Turismo and the 595 Competizione are available in both coupe and convertible body styles featuring the more powerful 160hp version of the turbocharged 1.4-liter T-Jet petrol engine from the 500 Essesse. Carscoop reports: source
The 918 Spyder Prototype from Porsche combines a high-performance internal combustion engine with electric drives at the rear and front axles to achieve extraordinary driving performance and excellent efficiency – not to mention the recently added Martini Racing outward design that adds to the iconic feel of the racer. The signature red, white and blue colors could be found on almost every racing Porsche of the 70s – including the 908, 917, 935, 936 and 911 RS and RSR models. The updated 918 harnesses 770 hp as well as fully variable aerodyn…
Once existing only in concept form, Bugatti’s 16C Galibier is set to officially hit the production line. The four-door sedan will feature another high-powered engine with rumors including the W16 with 1,000 hp, or a more scaled-back 800 hp which utilizes only two turbochargers. The price of speed and comfort will set potential buyers back $1.4 USD million.
A headturner since the day it was first unveiled, Audi’s R8 supercar still guarantees stares and the instant attention of cell phone cameras on the daily. Having experienced both the R8 5.2 v10 and the R8 Spyder versions, we know firsthand the kind of contemplation Audi’s halo car commands. So for its mid-cycle refresh the Four Rings sees no reason for any major aesthetic updates — just LED headlights and taillights, standard, and some minor body panel tweaks (new bumper, grille, enlarged diffuser and circular tailpipes). The most signific…
After decades of extended war with neighbor Israel, Lebanon has slowly climbed out of its desperate strife to become a burgeoning regional economic force. There is no surer sign of its potent recovery than the fact that the country has announced its first hypercar and supercar automotive manucaturer: W Motors. Following the upstarts of other rising economies like Poland (Arrinera De Veno), India (DC Design Avanti) and Mexico (Mastretta MXT), and even receding powers like Spain (Aspid GT-21 Invictus), Lebanese founder Ralph R Debba…
This Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 was wrapped in Chrome by Diamond Black Exteriors in the US. The Murcielago is owned by Lion Productions and they asked DBX to fit the chrome wrap to the supercar.
You would be forgiven for having forgotten about the new 1LE package for the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro SS. Announced back in March, this performance upgrade package was quickly overshadowed by the arrival in dealerships of the 580-horsepower Camaro ZL1.
Last year Formula Drift star Vaughn Gittin Jr. let us go for a quick drive in his 2011 Mustang RTR, and while we were impressed with the styling and price, the harsh suspension tuning and lack of performance options left us wanting. Gittin must have taken our review to heart, as he unveiled the 2013 Mustang RTR today with a new adjustable suspension setup and up to 624 horsepower with an optional supercharger system.
Lamborghini Aventador ‘Carbonado’ by Mansory Swiss autotuner Mansory showed off a special Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 at this year’s Geneva Motor Show, but it looks like they gave it another crack with this ‘Carbonado’ version. Limited to only 6 cars, the name derives from ”Black Diamonds” found in parts of Africa and Brazil.
The $233K droptop just like the Coupé... only not in the USA After the recent announcements of its AM 310 Vanquish and DBS Ultimate, Aston Martin returns today with the unveiling of its latest supercar: the V12 Vantage Roadster. The Vantage Roadster is outfitted with the same 6.0-liter naturally-aspirated V12 engine found in the Vantage Coupé, which is just fine and dandy from this perspective: 510hp (380kW) and 420 lb-ft (570Nm) of torque, which provides a 0-100kph (62mph) time of just 4.5 seconds on the way to a 190mph (305kph) top…
Spain finally throws its hat into the European supercar wars While all sorts of countries from around the world are getting into the Supercar market — such as Poland with its Arrinera De Veno, India its DC Design Avanti, and Mexico its Mastretta MXT — Spain has kept conspicuously out of the dialogue. Not any more. Spanish auto manufacturing startup Aspid has just unveiled its plans to produce a GT-style supercar powered by a 4.4L V8 mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox or six-speed manual.
If you’ve been holding off buying a Shelby GT350 Mustang because you weren’t fond of the color choices, we’ve got some good news for you. Beginning with 2013 production, Shelby American will build you a GT350 in any color that Ford sprays the Mustang.
The 2013 Dodge Dart is one of the most eagerly anticipated models of the new model year—not just because it’s the first model to be developed under pooled Fiat and Chrysler engineering resources, but because it represents a return to form for Dodge compact cars.
The current generation of the Audi TT sports car has now been with us for almost six years, so to keep it fresh until the arrival of a successor sometime in 2014 Audi has released a stylish new trim package dubbed the S line competition.
BMW has already announced that it will bring the Sports Wagon version of the latest F30 BMW 3-Series to the U.S., beginning in Spring of 2013.