Green monster: Switzer’s 900 hp biofuel drinking GT-R!
Nissan, when releasing the R35 GT-R, stated that it would be both “perfect” and “untunable.” Many see it as the perfect performance tool, but the untunable bit has been disproved by a …
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Toyota chief test driver Hiromu Naruse dies in LFA crash
Toyota has confirmed reports that its chief test driver, 67-year-old Hiromu Naruse, has has been killed in a head-on collision near the Nurburgring. Naruse was driving the Lexus LFA Nurburgring Edition when …
Ford Focus RS Le Mans Classic recalls the glory days
Ecurie Ford France has released a collection of just five Focus RS cars in unique liveries, each paying tribute to Ford cars that made history at the Le Mans 24 Hours. The …
Heico releases limited edition V70 T6 AWD R-Design
Famous Volvo tuner Heico Sportiv, in partnership with the Swedish marque itself, has released a special edition of the V70 T6 AWD R-Design. Only 100 of these metallic sapphire black cars will …
Mitsuoka Like – electric car based on the Mitsubishi i-MiEV
Ever thought that the cute Mitsubishi i-MiEV needed to be redesigned by people as eccentric as the creators of the Orochi? Well, if for some reason you have such thoughts you'll be …
2011 Suzuki Swift – more pictures released
Suzuki have released new pictures of the 2011 Suzuki Swift that was just revealed earlier this month. The new pictures include interior shots and gives you a better idea of the Swift’s …
Leaked pictures of F11 BMW 5-Series M-Sport package
These are pictures of what the new M-sport package will look like on the 2011 BMW 5-Series. The pictures were obtained from a brochure and is of the F11 BMW 5-Series Touring. …
Lumma Design CLR X 650 M revised to produce 670hp
Lumma Design brought out the CLR X 650 M a while back and have now revised their kit. It now packs added punch - Power output has been increased to 670hp which …
Saab hires ex Ferrari P4/5 designer to work on 9-3 model
It was only few weeks ago that Victor Muller, CEO of Spyker, was discussing the direction that their new acquisition, Saab Automobile, was taking. Since then, they have really stepped up their …
Car manufactures in China may face another hurdle as Yuan strengthens
Just as Toyota and Honda raised wages to appease their workforce, the Chinese government has announced that they will be allowing the currency more flexibility to grow. This signals an end to …
Toyota FT-86 concept may be called Toyota FR-S
Toyota FR-S could be the official name for the production model of the new Toyota FT-86 concept if some speculation are to be believed. Apparently Toyota have applied to trademark the name …
Formula 1 may only be available in HD in 2012
For those of you who have been longing to watch every single bubble pop out of the champagne bottle when your favourite F1 driver celebrates at the top of the podium will …
2011 Range Rover released with a new V8 diesel engine
Known for its off-roading capabilities and comfortable interior, the Range Rover today is a far cry from its first model in 1970, which came with a basic interior, vinyl seats and plastic …
Porsche brake energy recuperation system now standard on V8-engined Panameras
Porsche has announced that the Panamera has been updated with a new brake energy recuperation system which now comes as standard on all V8-engined models. This when coupled with the optional 19-inch …
SEAT Leon Cupra R tops the Cupra by 25 PS and 50Nm
Volkswagen's Spanish marque SEAT have added an "R" to the Leon range. The new Leon Cupra R adds 25 PS and 50Nm to the "normal" Leon Cupra's power count, resulting in a …
Valeo introduces stop-start system that works while car is still in motion
The use of start-stop technology is now available with most new cars and is a prerequisite on eco-friendly models. These systems are occasionally called "micro hybrids" due to their minor fuel saving …
SR Auto Group gives us the Valkyrie Audi R8 V10
The Audi R8 V10 has had a physical transformation at the hands of SR Auto Group. The main highlight here is the matte black wrap which the company say gives the R8 …
Long wheelbase Volkswagen Tiguan for Chinese market
To fulfill the Chinese market's need for ample rear legroom, Volkswagen has released the Tiguan in a long wheel base (LWB) format. From the standard car's 2,604 mm, the LWB variant's wheelbase …
LUXGEN to showcase its vehicle range at Vietnam Auto & Petrol 2010
Luxgen is making its move into the growing ASEAN market - it has announced that it will be attending the Vietnam Auto & Petrol 2010 expo set to be held at the …
Suzuki ramping up production in India – overtaking its Japanese factory production?
Japanese car manufacturers are streamlining their businesses to keep their heads in the profit-making top of the proverbial water. But it seems that Suzuki who is the 9th largest automotive manufacturer globally …