Look at the first official photos of the high-performance ‘R’ version of the VW’s Scirocco. The new VW Scirocco R is powered by a new version of the Golf GTI V’s 2.0-liter engine boasting a higher pressure turbocharger, that boost output to 265HP.
The 265HP 2.0 TSI is mated to a standard six-speed manual gearbox and optionally, to a twin-clutch DSG semi-automatic transmission.
The Scirocco R is not equipped with an all-wheel drive system as VW preferred to retain the coupe’s front wheel drive layout. It helps drop the Scirocco’s weight to 1,330 kg. [Read more →]
Lexus launches new TV ads for IS C convertible. The new TV campaign is spearheaded by three new ads that focus on the Lexus IS C itself and one that highlights the entire IS line.
Look above. Its a Toyota Sienna test mule, snapshoted on public roads. As you see the new 2011 Toyota Sienna doesn’t look too different from the minivan you can buy today. It has been heavily modified around the hood, front fender and the entire rear quarter panel. For the 2011 model year, the Toyota Sienna will join the Camry, Prius, RAV4, Venza and Highlander on ultra-flexible “MC” platform. Production of the 2011 Sienna will start in January 2010 at the Princeton.
Look at this hit from Youtube. As you can see, the Lamborghini Diablo driver attempts to make a flashy exit from the starting point and amuse the crowd by pushing the pedal to the metal as he turns into a side road only to lose control of the Diablo smashing it on a parked truck.
Today we catch a fresh spy photo of upcoming Ferarri 599. Ferrari unveiled the 599XX concept at the last Geneva Auto Show in March. As you see, the car did not have the big spoilers and wings like the 599XX concept but we can see the modified exhaust pipes positioned similarly to the 599XX concept.
The Ferarri’s 599XX concept was created as a high-performance track car. It weighs less than the stock car and its aerodynamics have been improved to create plenty of downforce for better handling.
Improvements were also made to the engine by revamping combustion chambers, air flow systems and using lightweight components. In the end the 599XX attained a power figure of 700hp (515kW).
In this crime video that has been making in Moscow, Russia, a SWAT team aka OMON was tipped off about a group of bank robbers driving a Porsche Cayenne. The great joke is that a few minutes before the criminals arrived at the point where the SWAT team was waiting for them, another dark Porsche Cayenne with similar license plate numbers passed by.
The guys in the previous Porsche Cayenne were attacked by the Russian SWAT team which released them a few minutes later after they realized their mistake.
German Audi is released a first official images of facelifted version of its big SUV. The new Q7 got the updated large single frame grille sporting vertical chrome bars, the revised front headlights, the LED front blinkers and rear tail lights, the chunkier door moldings and the newly integrated underbody protection plates in the center section of the front and rear bumper.
In interior the new Q7 got a new selection of colors and materials, a chrome surrounding for the instrument cluster and most importantly, a new, third generation MMI navigation system. [Read more →]
Meet the facelifted 2010 Range Rover Sport. The facelifted Range Rover Sport will make a world debut at the New York Auto Show.
Changes to the exterior include a redesigned fascia with new LED headlamps, two-bar grille, front bumper and wings while at the rear, the luxury SUV gains new light clusters and a restyled bumper.
The Sport’s interior has also been subtly redesigned with Land Rover officials claiming that the facia now has 50 per cent fewer switches thus offering a cleaner look. The higher quality materials and the updated trim options complete the upgrades. [Read more →]
Renault has unveiled its interesting ‘Black Edition’ variant of the Laguna Hatch and Estate. Renault Plans to run the series. Offered exclusively in conjunction with Renault’s 150HP 2.0-liter dCi diesel unit, the Laguna Coupe Black Edition features an enhanced standard equipment package that supposedly represents a saving to the customer of €4,250. [Read more →]
The 2010 Audi RS5 coupe test mule has been spied on public road near the Nurburgring. it is rumored the production version will run up to 500 hp by V10 engine. We suspect Audi will adapt the RS6’s twin-turbocharged, 580 hp 5.2-liter V10 for duty in the RS5, although it’s likely to be de-tuned for the coupe. [Read more →]
