2006 Volkswagen Golf R32

December 24, 2008 Filed Under: Volkswagen
2006 Volkswagen Golf R32

It was the most powerful Golf ever. The Golf R32 powered by a 241 bph engine was first launched in August 2002. Not only was it one of the hottest cars on the road, it also sold like hot cakes: three times as many R32’s were sold than originally planned. These are excellent prospects for its successor. Now comes a new R32 based on the Golf V generation. This time it packs 250 bhp under the bonnet; the permanent 4MOTION four-wheel drive again... 

2009 Fiat Abarth 500 R3T

September 28, 2009 Filed Under: Fiat
2009 Fiat Abarth 500 R3T

The Fiat Abarth 500 R3T is powered by 1368 cm3 engine equipped with a Garret GT 1446 fixed geometry turbocharger. The two combine for a maximum output of 180 hp (132 kw) at 5500 rpm. The Fiat Abarth 500 R3T comes with a six-speed sequential gearbox with a twin plate clutch and self-locking differential. The new suspension may be adjusted to fit “each driver’s individual driving style.”. The Abarth Fiat 500 R3T also features a 17-inch... 

2010 Mercedes-Benz F800 Style Concept

March 1, 2010 Filed Under: Mercedes-Benz
2010 Mercedes-Benz F800 Style Concept

Since the early 1980s, Mercedes-Benz has presented 13 research vehicles. Many systems that were first used in research vehicles are now found in Mercedes-Benz production cars, including the DISTRONIC proximity-controlled cruise control, which was first installed in the F 100 in 1991 and made its series production debut in the S-Class in 1998. Mercedes-Benz F800 Style Concept is continuing this approach with its Plug-in Hybrid, new DISTRONIC PLUS,... 

2009 Toyota Surfrider Camry Hybrid CNG

November 4, 2009 Filed Under: Toyota
2009 Toyota Surfrider Camry Hybrid CNG

Toyota has partnered with the Surfrider Foundation to create a specially modified Camry Hybrid fueled by compressed natural gas (CNG). The Toyota Surfrider Camry Hybrid CNG is powered by a 2.4-liter, four-cylinder engine with Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive® Gasoline fuel system replaced by CNG system. The CNG system was built by Metal Crafters of Fountain Valley, Calif. To convert the stock Camry Hybrid to a CNG vehicle, the gasoline fuel system was... 

2009 Mercedes-Benz A-Class

December 28, 2008 Filed Under: Mercedes-Benz
2009 Mercedes-Benz A-Class

With more than 500,000 units produced within three and a half years, the Mercedes-Benz A-Class is among the bestsellers in the Mercedes-Benz passenger car range. Now the latest generation of this compact car is showing itself to be more youthful, attractive and environmentally compatible than ever before. This is ensured by a completely revised design, high-grade appointments and new technical developments which further improve safety, comfort and... 

2010 Hamann Fiat 500 Abarth

March 3, 2010 Filed Under: Fiat, Tuning
2010 Hamann Fiat 500 Abarth

HAMANN-Motorsport, the tuning specialist based in Laupheim, has customized one of the Fiat´s sports model, the Fiat 500 Abarth. In an attention to provide the Fiat 500 Abarth with more power, HAMANN have changed the vehicle with five performance enhancements. The first upgrade “HS I”, applies some changes in the engine electronics, boots the little scooter up to 160 hp, the torque of the 1.4 liter petrol car rises from 206 to strong 285 Nm.... 

2010 Brabus E V12 Black Baron

September 17, 2009 Filed Under: Mercedes-Benz, Tuning
2010 Brabus E V12 Black Baron

Based on the new 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class W 212, the Brabus E V12 Black Baron features a the newly developed BRABUS SV12 R Biturbo 800 twelve-cylinder displacement engine. With a rated power output of 800 hp (788 bhp) / 588 kW and a peak torque of 1,420 Nm (1,047 lb-ft) this engine catapults the four-door car from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 3.7 seconds on its way to a top speed of over 370 km/h (230 mph). The exclusively appointed BRABUS... 

2009 Faralli & Mazzanti Auto Vulca S

March 18, 2009 Filed Under: Miscellaneous
2009 Faralli & Mazzanti Auto Vulca S

The name, as per Faralli & Mazzanti tradition, is inspired by the Etruscan world. Vulca da Veio is the most famous Etruscan sculptor, responsible for some of the most well known artistical expressions of this great and mysterious ancient population, including the “Apollo di Veio”. Vulca classically interprets the typical concept of “GT all’italiana”: lightweight, hand beaten all aluminium bodywork, 2+2 coupe, sinuous and modern, elegant... 

2010 Lexus RX 450h and RX 350

January 12, 2009 Filed Under: Lexus
2010 Lexus RX 450h and RX 350

At the heart of the new Lexus RX models are two improved powertrains. Entering its second generation, the Lexus RX 450h will feature an enhanced Lexus Hybrid Drive system with a 3.5-liter V6 gas engine that runs on a highly efficient Atkinson cycle. Combined with a new, more efficient inverter, the total system output will be 295 horsepower, 27 more horsepower than the current generation RX hybrid. The Lexus RX 450h features a front-wheel hybrid drive... 

2009 Scuderia Ferrari F60

January 21, 2009 Filed Under: Ferrari
2009 Scuderia Ferrari F60

The F60 is the fifty fifth single-seater built by Ferrari specifically to compete in the Formula 1 World Championship. The name of the car was chosen to celebrate the Scuderia’s participation in all 60 editions of the Formula 1 World Championship since 1950 to date. The project, which goes by the internal code name of 660, represents the Scuderia’s interpretation of the regulations that come into force this year, which include very many...