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Geneva report: the unexpected Porsche 918 Spyder

March 6th, 2010 Shteph

Porsche 918 Spyder concept was something unexpected to be revealed in Geneva. The Stuttgart based sportscar maker, now under the Volkswagen umbrella, was very protective of its “sports car for the 21st century”, sports car which is a superlative at almost every aspect: 500 bhp V8 with 9,200 rpm redline, 0-100 km/h in 3.2 seconds, faster around Nurburgring than the Carrera GT, capable of 33.3 km/l. As you can see from the pictures, they erected a barrier, well guarded by big Germans so that no one could get too close to the show stopper.

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Alfa Romeo Pandion by Bertone is simply heavenly!

March 6th, 2010 Shteph

After a two year absence from the international scene, Bertone returns with a bang by unveiling one of the most memorable cars of this year’s Geneva show – the Pandion concept, as a tribute to Alfa Romeo’s 100-year anniversary and also a proposal for the future look of the brand.

The first car penned by Mike Robinson in his new role as Design and Brand Director at Bertone, the Pandion is named after the Pandion Haliaetus, a scientific name for the Osprey sea hawk. And it’s this bird’s wings that inspired the Pandion’s most striking feature – those spectacular doors that open upwards to the air. They incorporate the car’s front and rear fenders and stand exactly 90 degrees straight from the centre of the rear wheels. In the event of a rollover, the doors are designed to fall off for easy exit, says Bertone. (more…)

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French carmaker + tailor + men magazine = gorgeous concept

March 6th, 2010 Shteph

gq by citroen concept

What happens when a French carmaker teams up with a top men’s magazine and a prestigious tailor house? Well…gorgeous concept cars are born! GQbyCITROËN took the French sexyness, appealingness of GQ men and Savile Row tailors style. And judging by the GQbyCITROËN concept, the fashionable fellas know a few things about svelte car design, as well. The GQbyCITROËN concept is a collaboration between Dylan Jones, GQ’s editor, and Mark Lloyd, a British designer who is most recently credited for the new Citroën DS3. Makes sense, then, that GQ and Citroën are branding this concept as “the ultimate gentleman’s drive.”

The GQbyCITROËN rides on the values of the classic GT theme, and designer Lloyd thought a proper grand tourer was much more suited to the GQ style, saying: (more…)

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Geneva 2010 Report: Maserati GranTurismo MC Sport

March 5th, 2010 Shteph

First thing that comes to my mind is that GranTurismo is the finest transition/combination between sportiness and elegance. For those of you who are looking for something that errs a little more towards the former the Trident marque has launched the MC Sport Line.

One step off the track and onto the road this side of a race-spec MC GT4, the MC Sport line gives Gran Turismo S buyers a catalog of optional extras, from carbon fiber bits all the way up to the exclusive limited edition model made for the Middle East. The range was initially unveiled at the local Bologna Motor Show, but here is the real deal and on-spot photos.

 

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I.DE.A Institut Sofia puts the woman in the car

March 4th, 2010 Shteph

It seems that women are part of your (misoginist) life, whether you like it or not, and now, they’re even messing up with your most astonishigly-looking cars: they inspire the carmakers with their curves and humps. Not that they haven’t been doing it for the last century…

Created by the quizzically-abbreviated I.DE.A. Institute, the Sofia’s hourglass shape is inspired by the female form. And we don’t have much trouble believing that line, curvaceous as it is. The hybrid part, though, is pure fantasy. Because like many design studies, the I.DE.A. Sofia is an empty body shell. It’s got no interior, but more to the point, it has no mechanicals inside. Its creators say it could theoretically accommodate a V8 engine, with or without the assistance of an electric motor, driving either the front wheels or the rear.

Like it? Don’t get too excited by the prospect of production. The I.DE.A Institute claims to have contributed to designs for numerous major automakers, but in its 30-year history has produced more household appliances and furniture. But for the next upstart looking to join the likes of Fisker and Tesla, the sumptuous shape could be just the ticket.

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Abt R8 GTR: carbon-fiber hottie

March 4th, 2010 Shteph

Abt R8 GTR

We got our first peek at Abt’s R8 GTR late last year, but like with many cars, it was a whole different experience to see it in person. To say carbon fiber has been used liberally is an understatement, as the entire car is clothed in the lightweight material. The look suits the R8, and Abt has managed to give the car a more aggressive look without going overboard. The interior is lathered in carbon fiber as well, and lightweight Recaro racing seats help reduce weight even further. In total, Abt has managed to take 220 pounds off the Audi R8’s heft. (more…)

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Geneva 2010 Report: Koenigsegg Agera

March 2nd, 2010 Shteph

agera live geneva

Introduced to the world at large at 2006 Geneva Motor Show, the Swedish rocket has wowed enthusiasts for the past five years. Designed to stay ahead of the hypercar curve, the Agera can be thought of as an evolution of the CCX. If the previous Koenigsegg had any flaw, it was its slabby looks. The Agera changes that, with a much more sculpted, almost pinched front end. We find it much more attractive than the CCX, but taste is a personal thing, so… Other design highlights include the wheels that generate a vortex in order to better suck hot air away from the brakes. You’ve also got the oval doughnut taillights, the doughnut part meaning that hot air escapes the engine bay via holes in the taillights.  (more…)

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G-Power Storm, the overpriced tuned BMW 760i

February 24th, 2010 Shteph

G-Power BMW 760i Storm

The BMW 760i and its long-wheelbase sibling, the 760iL received a tuning kit by G-Power, simply called the Storm. G-Power’s latest achievement will be produced in a limited run of just 10 units worldwide and it promises to bring the rain on other tuning proposals like the 500HP Alpina B7.

Starting with the engine, G-Power’s technicians fiddled around with the 6.0-liter V12 bi-turbochargers increasing maximum boost pressure from 0.5 bar to 0.9 bar. They also recalibrated the ECU, added larger injection valves and created an entirely new exhaust system. The result is a maximum output of 725 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and a peak torque of 1,000Nm or 738 lb-ft from 2,000 rpm, up from the stock engine’s 544HP and 750Nm or 553 lb-ft. (more…)

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Bentley Continental GTC SuperSports is their daddy!

February 23rd, 2010 Shteph

Bentley Continental GTC

This Phaeton-based Continental has got it all: carbon fiber, E85 flex-fuel capability, a thick skin HP figure, stylish drop-top body, comfort, best quality materials to the interior, 200 mph top speed and the Bentley logo on its nose. I’ll point the key features before dropping the price, cause this is Bentley style. Compare it with the catwalk models: astonishing looks, really teasing, rudely expensive to take on a date. Well, Bentleys are like taking to a date a whole issue of Vogue. (more…)

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Audi RS5 leaked images

February 21st, 2010 Shteph

audi rs5 brochure

Aparently Audi didn’t want to share images of its long-time rumoured RS versions of A5, but it seems nothing in this world can be kept secret. Leaked images of Audi RS5 have come to our attention to delight our sight and to make pur imagination go wild. However, we don’t have much information about this sleek coupe, but some parties have said that the RS5 will be powered by a naturally aspirated 4.2-litre V8 with around 450bhp and 450 Nm.

Apart from the red line set at about 8200 rpm, that indicates a peppery mill, we learned from the brochure that there’s a lack of a manual option; Audi’s S-tronic auto transmission is pictured here. Options will include three types of front seats and four wheel designs.

Until full details offered at Geneva, hit the link and enjoy the pics.

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Baseline for Porsche Panamera and Panamera 4

February 16th, 2010 Shteph

Porsche Panamera

It was time for Porsche to change their V8 normally aspirated engines and turbochargers with a V6. A 3.6 liter V6 engine with direct fuel injection, to be more exact, which will be available on Panamera. It cranks out 300 horsepower and 400Nm of torque, which is really impressive for an engine that’s under 4.0l and with no tuning. 

The V6 engine will be mated to Porsche’s PDK gearbox and will also include Auto Start/Stop, allowing 30.4mpg for the Panamera and 29.4mpg for the four wheel drive Panamera 4. Both models are EU5 emissions compliant.

Apart from the beautiful engine, both the interior and the exterior look very good, so once again Porsche has done a great job. Didn’t expect otherwise.

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Super Hatchback Concept (SHC)

February 14th, 2010 Shteph

super hatchback concept

I’d say that the SHC stands for Strikingly Hot Car! It’s designed by Jamie Martin and it’s by far one of the most interesting, eye-catching auto body concept revealed so far. It’s just my opinion, of course. I can, also, think of some competitors, namely 2013 BMW, this year’s Kia Ray or Pininfarina’s Alfa Romeo Spider.

It’s a delicious combination of a supercar and a 3-door hatchback, completed by style and hopefully, performance. The concept car is available in a choice of three next generation powertrains, including an electric / hybrid option. The body is composed of 65% Steel and 35% aluminum used for front wings, bonnet and bumpers and 30% glass reinforced plastic can be used for designated sections. Other features include (more…)

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2011 Ford Shelby GT500: Full story

February 9th, 2010 Shteph

2011 Ford Shelby GT500

You can find things to complain about when talking about Shelby GT500…if you are a real caviler, but there’s one thing about this muscle car that one cannot backbite: POWER! Its supercharged 5.4-liter V8, the 540 horsepower and 510 pound-feet of torque can impress even the most squeamish of us. (more…)

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Man builds Mustang out of a Lamborghini

February 9th, 2010 Shteph

Mustang out of a Lamborghini Gallardo

Yes, you read well! It’s not like in the case of the young Kazakh who built himself a Rolls Royce out an old Mertz. This guy here transformed a gorgeous Lamborghini into a ‘Stang. Not that this Mustang is not gorgeous, especially after all the work he’s done with it, but many don’t get the point. If he had built a Mustang out of a tiny Smart for 2, things would have been clear. Would they?!

It took him one Mustang shell, one Mustang parts car, one Lamborghini Gallardo parts car, and uncounted hours of labor to build the muscle car, including the transmission and the all-wheel-drive system. And I have to admit that he’s got skills!

I am a VERY big fan of Mustangs and honestly I would take one for the Lamborghini, so I kinda understand this guy, or maybe he just wanted to show off his talent. And if I were to be mean…usually you transform an old rusty car into a shiny home-made piece of jewelery. Touche, Lamborghini!

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Porsche 911 Turbo S: extra power

February 8th, 2010 Shteph

Porsche 911 Turbo S 

Most people think of a Porsche 911 Turbo as one of the fastest sportscar in the world but there is someone who believes that the road-runner can do better than that. Porsche staff believed him and so they will reveal 911 Turbo S at Geneva, a brilliant four-wheeled “cheetah” powered by a 523bhp engine that delivers 516lb ft of torque. (more…)

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