2009 Vauxhall Insignia VXR

April 18, 2009 Filed Under: Opel, Vauxhall
2009 Vauxhall Insignia VXR

Vauxhall Insignia VXR aka Opel Insignia OPC packing with 325 horsepower and a sophisticated four-wheel-drive chassis and a sub-six second 0-60 time. Vauxhall Insignia VXR highlights are a HiPerStrut (High Performance Strut) front suspension system, Adaptive 4X4 with electronic Limited Slip Differential (eLSD) and a 10 millimetre reduction in ride height over the Insignia SRi. The Insignia VXR will come as a 4-door sedan, 5-door hatch or Sports Tourer... 

2009 Honda Civic Si

April 3, 2009 Filed Under: Honda
2009 Honda Civic Si

Honda Civic Si has increased the overall width by 65mm, to 1,765mm, and the front and rear tracks to 1,504mm (up 34mm) and 1,510mm (up 45mm), respectively, to create a more dynamic silhouette and a better handling car. As a result, Honda was able to give the Civic Si a near-futuristic, high-tech and sporty cockpit with this Dual Link dashboard, with its distinct three-dimensional effect, was made possible due to the exterior’s wedge-shaped, cab-forward... 

2010 Callaway Chevrolet Corvette SC580

January 27, 2010 Filed Under: Chevrolet, Tuning
2010 Callaway Chevrolet Corvette SC580

Callaway Cars is proud to introduce the new Callaway Chevrolet Corvette SC580: a class-rivaling supercar at a fraction of the cost of its European counterparts. Adhering to a design philosophy forged over thirty years of constructing “Powerfully Engineered, Seriously Fast” automobiles, the Callaway SC580 provides intimidating power while displaying refined manners: Low 11-second ET capability with no fuel mileage penalty, perfect drivability,... 

2009 Jaguar XF

December 27, 2008 Filed Under: Jaguar
2009 Jaguar XF

Challenging convention and setting its own rules, the new Jaguar XF fuses the style and performance of a sports car with the refinement, space and sophistication of a luxury saloon. This is the beginning of a new era for Jaguar. The new Jaguar XF: a dramatic expression of a bold new Jaguar design language, with a driving experience that exceeds expectations created by the striking appearance: relaxed and confident, with outstanding ability and control. Resolutely... 

2010 Lexus GX 460

November 24, 2009 Filed Under: Lexus
2010 Lexus GX 460

The 2010 Lexus GX 460 is powered by an all-new 4.6-liter V8 that is both more powerful and more efficient than the 4.7-liter V8 it replaces. The new engine produces 301 horsepower and 329 lb.-ft. of peak torque, and is teamed to a new six-speed automatic transmission with sequential shift. Combined city/highway fuel economy is improved by 13 percent to an EPA-estimated 17 mpg (vs. 15 mpg in the 2009 GX 470) . The GX 460 has an EPA-estimated 15 mpg... 

2009 Pontiac G8 GXP

December 29, 2008 Filed Under: Pontiac
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP

Pontiac announced the flagship of its GXP performance series, the Pontiac G8 GXP high-performance sedan, at the New York Auto Show. This 2009 model will join the Solstice, G6 and Torrent GXP models in Pontiac dealerships in late 2008. The G8 GXP takes the G8’s responsive driving experience, refined passenger environment and aggressive good looks to a new level. It also delivers an enjoyable driving experience, thanks to a 6.2L V-8 that produces... 

2009 Opel Insignia

December 29, 2008 Filed Under: Opel
2009 Opel Insignia

The design of the Insignia takes Opel to a new level, showcasing the brand’s new confidence with a bold, dynamic and sophisticated car. Understanding the concepts and cues that went into the creation of Opel Insignia is vital to appreciating the driving experience. The Opel Insignia’s look signals a new direction for the brand and shows the new design elements that will be seen in future models. It also highlights the benefits of GM Europe’s... 

2009 Wheelsandmore Mercedes-Benz SL-Maxx

April 25, 2009 Filed Under: Mercedes-Benz, Tuning
2009 Wheelsandmore Mercedes-Benz SL-Maxx

With basically 500hp the Mercedes-Benz AMG version has already a nice performance, but the specialists thought of much more and did professionally well. By using high speed cam shafts and special valve springs, combinated with a stainless steel, valve controlled exhaust system within an 4in1 manifold and 200 cells sports catalysts and an ecu update, the tuningcrew tuned up the car´s power up to unbelievable 600hp with now 765lb-ft of torque. To handle... 

2009 Hyundai ix-onic Concept

February 19, 2009 Filed Under: Hyundai
2009 Hyundai ix-onic Concept

The Hyundai ix-onic Concept, which makes its world premiere at the 79th Salon International de L’Automobile on March 3rd, 2009, introduces a whole new look for Hyundai’s compact SUVs and is packed with technology which make it more fuel efficient than some superminis. Designed to assertive but not aggressive, the Hyundai ix-onic Concept (pronounced “ik-sonnik”) combines dynamic styling with an environmentally-friendly power... 

2008 Shelby 85th Commemorative GT40

December 29, 2008 Filed Under: Shelby
2008 Shelby 85th Commemorative GT40

In celebration of Carroll Shelby’s 85TH birthday Shelby Distribution USA under license from Shelby Licensing and in partnership with Shelby Automobiles Inc. will reproduce the three dominating Shelby American GT40® race cars that accomplished one of the greatest feats in American automotive racing history into a street legal vehicle that can be driven or simply collected. These rolling chassis will receive a Shelby Automobiles Inc. MSO and will...