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Aston Martin Virage Volante by Q: 2012 Geneva Auto Show
Ahead of the official Geneva Auto Show unveil tomorrow, we managed to catch an example of Aston Martin‘s new “Q” bespoke service between polishings. It offers Aston customers an unprecedented level of customization including this Virage Volante finished with a bespoke satin Mariana Blue with new diamond turned wheels. Until now, the special British sports car had only appeared…
Fab Design First to Butcher McLaren MP4-12C: 2012 Geneva Motor Show
It’s the first, but it most certainly won’t be the last. Known for its wild aero kits, Swiss-tuner Fab Design has unveiled an excessively-styled version of the new McLaren MP4-12C supercar. Scheduled to make its official reveal tomorrow during the opening press day of the Geneva Motor Show, we’ve obtained a selection of shots prior…
Aston Martin Vantage GT4 Updated for 2012 Racing Season
Aston Martin has updated its Vantage GT4 race car for the 2012 season, with the revamped model making its debut this past week at Silverstone for some shakedown runs. Sporting a new aerodynamic body kit with a carbon fiber rear spoiler, the Vantage GT4 will also make an appearance at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show…
Brabus Bullit Coupe is World’s Most Powerful and Expensive C-Class
It appears that the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Black Series Coupe needs to step aside for the Brabus Bullit Coupe. The most powerful C-Class in the world from famed Mercedes tuner Brabus will be introduced to the world at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show. Based on a standard C-Class Coupe, the Brabus Bullit packs 800-hp and…
Gullwing-America P/904 Carrera Pays Homage To Vintage Porsche Racer
Retiring from Formula 1 after the end of the 1962 season, Porsche returned to road-racing a year later with the debut of the Porsche 904. This marked the beginning of a series of phenomenal Porsche racing cars that eventually led to the iconic 917. Only 106 street-legal units were built to meet homologation regulations, making…
Jon Olsson Proves Lamborghini Gallardo is a Daily Driver
Jon Olsson is no stranger to exotic cars. His Rebellion R1k Ultima GTR is one of the most amazing pieces of machinery ever built but the professional freeskier and alpine ski racer was still seeking the ultimate daily driver. It looks like he found it in his custom Lamborghini Gallardo Ski Transporter. Olsson recently took…
Lotus Announces Rally, GT, and Karting Programs for 2012
Lotus Racing has formally announced its motorsports program for the 2012 season, where we’ll see the highly anticipated Exige R-GT make its race debut in the FIA European Rally Championship. In addition, the British automaker will enter this year’s European Le Mans Series in an Evora GTE and will also be supporting drivers in the…
G-Power Makes The New BMW M5 Even Faster
There are plenty of people out there who would be very content with the performance of the new BMW M5 (model designation F10). However, there is also no shortage of people who are never content with what the factory offers and thus look for companies that make their fast cars even faster. G-Power has been…
Maserati GranTurismo S MC Sport Line Roars In Video
In the world of ultra-exclusive Italian sports cars, the Maserati GranTurismo S MC Sport Line is rarer than most. Only 12 examples were made, all of which were pearl white and were to be sold only in the Middle East. The reason why only twelve exist was to commemorate the number of titles Maserati has…
Mitsubishi Works On All-Electric i-MiEV Pikes Peak International Hill Climb Prototype
One special Mitsubishi i-MiEV city electric car gets pumped up with performance enhancers as the Japanese automaker prepares to enter an all-electric race car into the 2012 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. Details are limited for now, but Mitsubishi says the new i-MiEV hill climb prototype will be based upon many of the same production…
Nissan Motorsports Gets Ready For 2012 Race Season – Video
Recently, Nissan and NISMO announced its 2012 global motorsports program along with a video highlighting the joint companies past years of success. For the 2012 season, the Japanese automaker will make their presence known worldwide in racing, competing in both the GT300 and GT500 classes in Super GT, in the European Le Mans Series, continue their…
Mansory McLaren MP4-12C Widebody: Geneva Motor Show Preview
If Ron Dennis were dead, he’d probably be rolling over in his grave. But he’s not, so we imagine he just had a rough sleep last night. Why you ask? Well, it’s because the wacky tuners at Mansory have gotten a hold of his latest pride and joy, the McLaren MP4-12C. Set to be unveiled…
Dodge Challenger Tony Hawk DUB Edition Up For eBay Auction
Professional skateboarder Tony Hawk is auctioning off some of his personal goodies to benefit at-risk youth by providing them with free skateparks. Among the available items is his DUB Edition custom 2010 Dodge Challenger R/T. The Dodge Challenger features 22-inch custom TIS wheels paired with Pirelli rubber. The Tony Hawk logo has been embroidered onto…
Goodyear Recalls 40,915 Tires
Goodyear announced today that 40,915 tires are now on recall, thanks to the possibility of tread separation that can lead to full tire failure. Remind you of anything? Cough… Firestone…. Certain Wrangler Silent Armor tires manufactured from March 31 through May 31, 2009 fall under the recall. Under certain severe conditions the tires may experience tread seperation, compomising…
Gemballa McLaren MP4-12C Set to Debut: Geneva Motor Show Preview
World famous tuner Gemballa will be heading to this year’s Geneva Motor Show with three world premieres, one of which is a custom McLaren MP4-12C. Alongside the McLaren will be four Porsche projects, two of which are world premieres. Few details were revealed by Gemballa, but they did say the McLaren project would feature bespoke…
Audi RS5 to Compete in 2012 International Superstars Series
A trio of Audi RS5 race cars will be joining the International Superstars Series this year, one of which will be driven by Gianni Morbidelli, a former Formula 1 racer who won the 2009 International Superstars Series championship. The other two Audi RS5s entries are from German team MTM and Swedish team KMS. Audi Sport…
Daytona 500 Postponed Until 7:00PM EST Tonight
Yesterday, the Daytona 500 was cancelled for the first time in its 53-year-old history due to weather. Heavy rains have been falling in the Daytona, Florida area and even though NASCAR hoped to start the race today at 12:00PM EST, it has been postponed once again until 7:00PM EST. Everything surrounding The Great American race…
Mazda Motorsports Hour to Debut in April on Velocity Network
Mazda has a very rich heritage in racing and motorsports, and now they’ll be able to share highlights from their Mazda-centric series of races through the Velocity network. “The Mazda Motorsports Hour” will be a regularly-scheduled hour-long weekend show on Velocity and will have an emphasis on SCCA Pro Racing Playboy Mazda MX-5 Cup, the…
Dartz Prombron Black Dragon Headed to China, Priced at $7 Million
If a special vehicles automaker wanted to build a bespoke automobile specifically for China’s wealthiest, it would adorn the automobile with every imaginable luxury appointment and would dedicate its masterpiece after the Year of the Dragon. In Chinese culture, the dragon represents power, prosperity, and good fortune. Earlier this year, Rolls Royce took this opportunity…
Jay-Z and Kanye West ‘Otis’ Maybach Up For Auction To Benefit Save the Children -Video
Although Daimler has announced the discontinuation of the Maybach brand, young money ballers, shot-callers now have the opportunity to bid on what’s arguably the most notorious Maybach of all. Starring in the Jay-Z and Kanye West “Otis” music video, the chopped “Mad Max” Maybach will be put on the block by auction house Phillips de…
1996 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible – Retro Resale
Collector’s editions are always nice to have, especially when quantities are limited. When it’s the last of a generation of iconic Chevrolet Corvette models, and only 190 were made… it’s an even bigger deal. Up for sale is the 330-hp, LT4-equipped Corvette Grand Sport Convertible, produced back in 1996 to celebrate the outgoing of the…
1969 Ford Mustang Boss 557 is More Incredible Than it Sounds – Retro Resale
Looking for an immaculate 1969 Ford Mustang packing a 557 V8 under the hood that has been disguised in a 429 body? This highly detailed, frame-off build could be yours for “just” $159,900. The project has only seen about 300 miles since its completion and sports one of the most immaculate bodies ever to grace…
Hyundai Genesis and Equus Offered as Limos at a Discount
Tenacious Hyundai — the company that refuses to quit edging into niches, entering new segments and surprising consumers. If you hadn’t guessed, they’re at it again. This time, trying to pitch the Genesis and Equus luxury sedans as fleet limousines at the International LCT Show in Las Vegas. Don’t feel bad if you’re unfamiliar with…
Cadillac Challenge Racing Series Starts this Weekend
Take a long look at the track-prepped matte-black CTS-V above. That’s just one of the many cars entered in this weekend’s Cadillac Challenge. The event is the first of its kind, encouraging Cadillac owners and drivers to get down and dirty on the track. The first event will take place at Autoclub Speedway, in Fontana,…
