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Lexus LFA Rumors Point to Even Higher Performance Version
Those that have been fortunate enough to witness the Lexus LFA’s brilliance first hand know just how potent and magnificent of a machine it is. Even though some will debate whether or not it’s worth the price tag, we’re pretty confident owners are more than satisfied with their purchase. Be that as it may, Lexus…
Mercedes-Benz SLS Roadster Priced at $183,000
Mercedes-Benz revealed the 2012 SLS AMG soft-top Roadster a few days ago, and this 563-hp sportscar demands a high price. Available later this year, the $183,000 Merc may be missing the signature gullwing doors, but it certainly does retain the coupe’s power and sex appeal. The SLS AMG will be powered by a 6.2-liter V8…
Lotus Looking to Partner With a Major Automaker Says Company CEO
Lotus CEO Dany Bahar has made numerous changes to the storied British brand since he joined the company in 2009 and he’s not done yet. In a recent interview he made known his desire to see Lotus split off from its current Malaysian owner Proton, in search of a major global automaker – like Toyota….
2011 Gumball 3000 Rally Kicks Off in London [Video]
With the Gumball 3000 already underway (it started May 26), the folks in charge of the international parade of shenanigans has released a video showing the rally’s start in Covent Garden, London. The 19 minute video shows over 100 of the most magnificent and rare supercars in the world. Even the rain couldn’t stop the…
Porsche Denies Next 911 to Get KERS Hybrid Tech
It has been in the rumor-mill for a while that Porsche will be offering hybrid technology in their next-generation 911 models. Considering Porsche is using such technology in the 911 GT3 R Hybrid race car, it seems feasible that such technology will trickle down to the production road-going model, especially since this system has just…
2012 Mercedes SLS Roadster Pictures [Mega Gallery]
Having officially announced the new Roadster versions of the SLS sports car yesterday, Mercedes-Benz has now released an extensive selection of stunning photos of the brand’s new drop-top. Powered by the same 6.2-liter V8 the convertible makes 563-hp and 479 lb-ft of torque and uses a soft-top that can raise or lower in 11 seconds…
Porsche GT3 R Hybrid Claims First Competition Win Thanks to Hybrid Efficiency
What Audi did for diesels in endurance racing, Porsche is looking to replicate with hybrid technology, claiming its first win today for the GT3 R Hybrid at round four of the Nürburgring Long Distance Championship in Germany. The car was piloted by works drivers Richard Lietz, Marco Holzer and Patrick Long. Touting the hybrid car’s…
2012 Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster Unveiled
Those that have been waiting for a roadster variant of Mercedes‘ SLS AMG supercar can start heading over to their nearest Benz dealership to drop off a deposit. The 2012 SLS AMG Roadster is now official and will make its North American debut in Fall of 2011. The AMG-powered 6.2-liter V8 powerplant puts out 563-hp…
Aston Martin Rapide S Coming, Equipped With 510-hp From DBS
Aston Martin is reportedly working on a Rapide S, which will be much faster than the current Rapide, via a heart transplant involving the DBS’s 510-hp engine. The current Rapide is by no means a slow car. Powered by a 6.0-liter V12 engine producing 470-hp and 443 lb-ft of torque, the Rapide is capable of…
Ferrari Opens First Ever Dealership In India
India is one of the most populous countries in the world, and with its economy growing year by year, the number of rich people are on a constant rise. To capitalize on India’s new found wealth, Ferrari has now officially opened doors to its first ever dealership in the country. The dealership is located in…
Eagle E-Type To Bow At Salon Prive
The Jaguar E-Type is arguably the most beautiful sports car ever made. Ever since it was introduced back in 1961, many car companies have tried to copy its iconic shape, yet none have gotten the same effect. Even Jaguar have tried to revive the E-type design in recent history with cars like their XK, but…
Cars, Guns and Beautiful Women: Wagenwerks Spring 2011 ShowReel [Video]
From the video experts that brought us the GoldRush Rally Trailer (and coverage of the entire event) comes a compilation of cars, guns and beautiful women that will awe you with cinematographic genius. There isn’t much this video montage is missing, with cool music, amazing cars from all genres and some incredible shots that might…
BMW M Supercar Rumored Again as Successor To Legendary M1
The rumor mill from BMW headquarters, according to a company insider, indicates a possibility of a M1-like supercar—but you’ll have to take it with a heaping pile of salt. Scott27, a relentless forum user and alleged BMW insider, has leaked to the Interwebs that the Bavarian designers are currently considering the idea of a halo…
Kyle Busch Busted Driving 128-MPH in a 45 Zone, in a Lexus LFA
NASCAR racer Kyle Busch is used to going stupid fast. Normally it’s behind the wheel of his M&Ms sponsored No. 18 Toyota race car, but in what Busch describes as a “lack of judgement” the pro driver was recently clocked test driving a yellow Lexus LFA at a speed that is plenty fast, and even…
Jon Olsson’s Rebellion R1k Ultima GTR Bows Ahead of Gumball Adventure [Video]
Famed freeskier and alpine ski racer Jon Olsson is no stranger to campaigning wicked rides on the road. Most recently at the GT Polonia 2010 event, Olsson and a friend explored the roads and race tracks of Germany and Poland in his custom tuned Ultima GTR. The matte black supercar featured Red Bull and Yokohama…
Lamborghini “Everyday Model” Still In Flux
For anyone who grew up with posters of the Countach or Diablo on their wall, the idea of an “everyday” Lamborghini is utterly laughable. By definition, a Lamborghini has always been a loud, crude, in-your-face supercar that makes absolutely no concessions in the way of comfort or convenience. But Lamborghini CEO Stephan Winkelmann claims that things…
Mercedes-Benz To Revive SLC Badge, Aims At Porsche 911
In the world of German sports cars, the Porsche 911 is king. Mercedes-Benz hopes to change that when they introduce their new sports car, rumored to be named the SLC. The SLC, which will be placed below the SLS in their line-up, will be priced at the more humble versions of the 911 like the…
Lamborghini Confirms “Everyday” Car to Join Lineup, Igniting Estoque Rumors
The Lamborghini Estoque would seem to be headed to production. After debuting the 4-door Lambo at the Paris Auto Show back in 2008, company CEO Stephan Winkelmann has now confirmed a third model for the exotic Italian brand. “It has to be an everyday car,” he said speaking at the Reuters Global Luxury and Fashion…
Ferrari Superamerica 45 Goes For A Drive [Video]
The one off Ferrari Superamerica 45 made its world debut at the Villa d’Este Concorso d’Eleganza this week. The Ferrari was built for Peter Kalikow, former owner of the New York Post and former chairman of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. The 45 symbolizes Kalikow’s 45th year as a Ferrari customer. The Superamerica 45 utilizes a…
BMW 328 Hommage Villa d’Este Concorso d’Eleganza [Video]
The BMW 328 Hommage made its world debut at the Villa d’Este COncorso d’Eleganza this past weekend. This car was designed to echo the automaker’s 1930s racing car on its 75th anniversary. The 328 Hommage weighs just over 1,700 lbs thanks to extensive use of carbon fiber. While the look of the car is undoubtedly…
Aston Martin V12 Zagato Video Revs At Villa d’Este Concorso d’Eleganza
A beautiful fire truck red Aston Martin V12 Zagato made an appearance at the Villa d’Este Concorso d’Eleganza. This gorgeous piece of British engineering revs for just under a minute sounding unbelievabe. The Zagato features a 6.0-liter V12 producing 510-hp and 420 lb-ft of torque. No wonder it sounds so great. Check out the video…
Acura NSX Featured In Frank Ocean’s New Music Video
Cars like the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Ferrari F430 and Cadillac Escalade tend to be the standard rap video vehicles, but independent R&B artist Frank Ocean, a mega-talented R&B singer with a lot of internet buzz, tends towards the enthusiast end of the spectrum. The album art for his record Nostalgia, Ultra features an orange BMW M3…
Paul McCartney’s Lamborghini 400GT To Be Auctioned At Goodwood Festival Of Speed
The 400 GT was once described by Lamborghini chief test driver Valentino Balboni as the best sounding car of all time. Perhaps that’s what made it so attractive to music legend Sir Paul McCartney. Now McCartney’s 1967 400GT can be yours, because it will be hitting the auction stage at the Goodwood Festival of Speed…
A German Take On the Corvette, The Endora SC-1
The Chevrolet Corvette is a great sports car and its relatively affordable price tag means it is a common sight. So what to do if you want a Corvette but also want to stand out from the crowd? Easy, get it re-skinned from a coach-building company. There is no shortage of companies providing this service…
