2012 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

The new 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL has been formed almost entirely with aluminum and, as a result, weighs nearly 125kg less than the SL predecessor.

The aluminum bodyshell and lower weight means the car is a lot more agile and easier to handle than previous Mercedes-Benz SL cars. The aluminum shell isn't the only outstanding new feature of the 2012 SL, either!

Engine

The BlueDIRECT engines in the new SL are far more powerful and yet up to 29% more economical than other SL engines. The fact that the car is carrying a lot less weight also aids less fuel consumption and increases the dynamism of the car.

In comparison to other SL versions, the 2012 edition offers a lot more comfort to drivers, thanks to the lengthening the body and the slight increase in width of the car. While the car has slightly larger dimensions that what you'd normally expect, it means there's a lot more space for you to enjoy inside the car (both shoulder room and elbow room have increased).


New Features

Several new features have been incorporated into the new SL including the unique and highly efficient Magic Vision Control system and the Front bass system. The Magic Vision Control system allows your windscreen to be wiped clean without obscuring your vision since it doesn't splash water across the whole windscreen. Fully heated wipers are also available for the first time, so you can stop ice forming on your wiper blades during cold weather.

Land Rover Range Rover Evoque eD4 Prestige

Somewhere in an Austrian Alpine forest, a gravel track winds upwards. It's about one-in-five steep, and this afternoon a few inches of fresh snow have fallen. We're in an Evoque, and every so often there's a blink from the traction-control light, but our progress up the mountain remains steadfast. So far, so Range Rover.

But this is a bit different, because only the front wheels are connected to the engine. This is the new 2WD economy Evoque: simpler, lighter, more economical. But very nearly as good.

There are now three versions of this 2.2-litre diesel engine. The eD4 is the 2WD, with manual transmission only, and it makes 150bhp. The TD4 is also 150bhp, for 4WD, and gets a little more mid-range torque. Then there's the 190bhp SD4, which is the one we've driven in our previous Evoque diesel stories.

At low-to-medium speeds, the eD4 feels pretty well as sprightly as the 190 4WD auto. I'm confident of this judgement by the way, because I jumped straight out of one into the other. After all, the lower-powered car is usefully the lighter. By shedding drive to the rear, it does without a front take-off from the gearbox, a propshaft, a rear diff and rear halfshafts, plus one or two other bits. That takes the weight drop to 75kg. It's only above 60mph, for motorway hills and main-road overtaking, when power starts to be needed to overcome aero drag, that the SD4's extra kick shows up. Sadly the eD4 is a bit of a slug in those situations.

It's still a lot of automotive desirability for a small amount of company-car tax. With the efficiencies of a manual gearbox, idle-stop and lighter weight, the three-door Evoque eD4 gets in a 129g/km. Now just look at the design, and cast your eyes around the interior. Even in basic Pure spec (£27,955 for the five-door, another grand for the Coupe), it's hardly spartan.

OK, what else do you lose along with the drive to the back wheels? Well, the handling is still mighty impressive and controlled, and the ride still supple. But it denies you the option of MagneRide damping, which means it's both a little foggier in bends and a little less plush on straights compared with the 4WD with that option.

Hennessey Viper Venom 700NM Rare Special Edition

Recently Neiman Marcus Direct & Hennessey Performance Engineering partnered together to introduce the 2008 Neiman Marcus Special Edition Hennessey Viper Venom 700NM. The Viper Venom features a fantastic jet black paint that makes the car shine in the light.
The Venom will price at $179,500 and it’s a steal if you know anything about cars. Under the hood you have a 700HP engine with 645 lb-ft torque and the ability to reach 0-60 Mph in 3.3 seconds reaching a top speed of 214 mph. Inside the car there is custom black and red leather throughout with a limited edition dash plaque. It also features matching luggage which is just one of the added bonuses of buying luxury cars.

Only seven 700NM Viper Venoms will be made and with the purchase of one of these you receive a full one day of high-performance driving school at Lonestar Motorsports Park. If you want even a slim chance of owning this Special Edition Viper then you need to call 1-877-885-7077 Monday April 10th 2008 at 9:00am PST. If you can’t call the number exactly at 9:00am then you probably won’t be able to own this vehicle.
It’s a one of kind world class performance car and can match up against almost any other in the market at this time. The sheer speed packed under the hood of this car is unreal and without properly adjusting you won’t even be able to drive it. The limited edition Viper Venom is for the car enthusiast who already has a stunning collection.

2012 Porsche 911 GT3 RSR

The Porsche 911 GT3 RSR is all set to enter the racing arena. The 2012 version has undergone extensive modifications. The difference in the car's exterior is easily noticeable.

Forty-eight mm has been added to the width of the car and it has been built to comply with A.C.O. 'LM' GTE regulations.

Performance

The car is fitted with a six cylinder 'Boxer' engine and has a capacity of four liters. To comply with the mandatory GTE regulations, the car has been fitted with an air restrictor. The engine generates a power of 460 HP. It is a rear wheel drive.

The gear box is the Porsche sequential 6 speed gearbox and it is operated by steering wheel paddle shifts. The high performance engine, coupled with the efficient gearbox makes it a car to reckon with on the racing circuit.

Exterior Aerodynamics

Front and rear panels have been adapted to match the arches above the wheels. The aerodynamically efficient body shape is complemented by the new air intake duct. The air inlets, located on the sides of the car towards the rear, have replaced the air inlet on the hood.

Porsche is carrying out extensive testing on this model. The company announced that the company's testing programs on various race tracks around the world are proceeding in full swing and they were fully satisfied with the technical parameters and performance of the car.

2012 Shelby GT 50th Anniversary Edition

Shelby America is celebrating 50 years of style by producing 100 cars of 3 famous Mustang variants: the GTS, the GT350 and the GT500 (the Super Snake). Fifty models of each car will be decked in white and feature gold stripes, the other fifty will be black and feature gold stripes.

Since only 300 are being manufactured, the 50th Anniversary editions have become an instant collector's item and each represent a piece of automotive history.

Exterior & Interior

In addition to the gold stripes on the exterior, several other nods to the 50th anniversary are present in the interior of the cars. The color gold naturally represents the 50th anniversary and is used in the premium black leather stitching on the seats plus there is an embroidered anniversary logo present on the seat backs.

Along with the gold stripes, gold stitching and commemorative anniversary badge, each Shelby anniversary car comes with special wheels, car cover, unique VIN number, a special delivery ceremony, exclusive merchandise and a number of upgrades including 6-piston front brakes.

The interior isn't the only thing to get a style revamp, the base GTS and GT350 models both feature matte black wheels (for the black vehicles) and chrome wheels (for the white vehicles).

The classic 'deep draw' hood, unique rear and front fascias and Shelby badge all make the anniversary editions a classic beauty to behold. The GT500 (a.k.a. Super Snake) gets another set of upgrades too: leather shifter, perforated seat insets and painted rear quarter window plates amongst others.

Engines

2012 PP Exclusive Mercedes-Benz SL R230

German tuner PP Exclusive decided to start a new project based on the Mercedes-Benz SL R230, and in 2012 it has come up with a majestic looking vehicle.

PP Exclusive has incorporated a number of new features and designs to give the vehicle a whole new look and feel.

Modifications

The Mercedes-Benz SL R230 has been fitted with an electronic module, which has lowered the suspension by around 100 mm, that gives the car a truly ruthless wedge-like form. The steering wheel is adjusted to lower the height. The wheel arches have been stretched with extra sheet metal embedded onto the existing arches to expand them by 25 mm in the front and 55 mm in the rear.

Exhaust

In order to achieve a loud, rich and nice sound from back end of the vehicle, the exhaust system is entirely built with stainless steel staring from the catalytic converter, to four oval shaped exhaust pipes.

Fitted with the stainless steel exhaust system, the Mercedes-Benz SL R230, is wrapped in 255/30 and 305/25 Dunlop tires. It sports 11 x 20 inch front wheels and gigantic 13 x 20 inch rear wheels have been used. But one can easily select the tire up to 23 inches in size.

2012 WheelsandMore Ferrari 599 GTO

The Ferrari 599 GTO is soon to be retired. But before a final send off, Wheelsandmore (the German tuning company) will get a chance to work its make-over magic on this exotic Italian sports car.

The result is a souped-up 2012 Wheelsandmore Ferrari 599 GTO, and Wheelsandmore has hit a home run with its efforts.

Mechanical Upgrades

Wearing a magnificent yellow and black powder paint job reminiscent of a giant bumble bee (the Transformer movie comes to mind), the new Ferrari 599 GTO showcases a set of 21" three-piece handcrafted 6Sporz ultralight forged wheels encased by S1Evo Hankook tires.

The ultralight forged alloys also show off the yellow and black theme with dimensions of 9J x 21-inch for the front axle and 12.5J x 21-inch for the rear axle.

Wheelsandmore also incorporated into the supercar's suspension an additional hydraulic lift-able suspension triggered by a remote button.

This action will lift the front axle up 1.18 inches to permit the Ferrari 599 GTO to clear any type of road obstructions or debris that could pose a danger to the car's leading edge or undercarriage.

Tuned Performance

To top off the 599 GTO tune-up transition, Wheelsandmore gives it an overall improvement in performance which is the core of this upgrade program. Adding newly remapped ECU and hand-crafted stainless steel exhaust with remote-capable valve flaps, Wheelsandmore was successful in squeezing out more power from the already powerful supercar's massive V12 engine.

2012 Tesla Roadster 2.5

The Tesla Roadster 2.5 is an electric motor driven sports car. It is the first production car to use a Lithium Ion battery as its power source.

The Tesla Roadster is powered by a 375 volt AC Induction motor with variable frequency drive and can produce a maximum power of 302 HP between 5000 to 6000 rpm.


Green Performance

It creates a torque of 273 lbs-ft. at 5400 rpm. The car has an extremely smooth acceleration and can go from 0 to 60 in just 3.9 seconds and has a top speed of 125 mph.

The Lithium Ion battery has a service life of 7 years/100,000 miles. The all electric power train responds instantly to driver input. Unlike other electric vehicles, the Roadster has a long range of up to 245 miles per charge. The car can be charged using almost any standard electrical outlet. The Roadster gives supercar performance, but with zero emissions.

Mechanical

The car is fitted with 4 wheel independent suspension system using unequal length wishbones and co-axial spring telescopic dampers. The optional adjustable suspension system can be set by the driver to suit his driving preference.

Exterior & Interior

The body of the car is made of carbon fiber composites and is hand built. It uses a light weight aluminum monocoque chassis. This gives sufficient rigidity and strength.

2012 Acura ILX Concept

The 2012 Acura ILX Concept is scheduled for launch in the Spring of 2012. This car will usher a whole new experience when it comes to Acura's first gas/electric hybrid. People are already looking forward to the unveiling of this high performance and efficient car this 2012.

People will be in for a treat as they find this new luxurious and compact sedan can actually give them the fuel efficiency of a smart car. The head of the Acura Design Studio also gave a teaser for customers all over the world. Jon Ikeda stated that luxury buyers will find everything that they need in the Acura ILX Concept. They'll be inspired by the car's exterior styling and affordability.

Efficient Exterior 

This car's exterior also provides elegance, efficiency and performance. It has been designed to be aerodynamically efficient, sleek and sporty. Its formal proportion and compact will surely bring a very professional image for future owners. There is no doubt that people will immediately recognize this car as an Acura. It's high and distinct exterior features will definitely bring it at the top of the luxury market. This car also offers different models that will suit the need of future buyers.

Performance 

The Acura ILX Concept comes standard with a 2.0 liter inline 4 cylinder engine. For those that want a high performance model, they will be glad to know that Acura has a 2.4 liter inline 4 cylinder engine. This model is also paired with a 6 speed manual transmission. Last but not the least, Acura will also be offering their first hybrid version with 1.5 liter gasoline/electric hybrid powertrain. Potential buyers will be able to choose the right model for their lifestyle and need.

2012 Subaru BRZ Concept STI

The Subaru BRZ Concept STI was revealed at the Los Angeles Auto Show, ahead of the Tokyo Motor Show that will unveil the long-rumored production of BRZ Concept which will be held at the end of November. This Japanese-made rear-wheel drive sports car has its engine located at 120mm lower than any other Subaru models, and is 240mm closer to the center. Along with that, it only weighs to about 3,000 lbs, and with the use of carbon fiber roof which contributes to the ultra low center of gravity, this model is ensured to provide excellent handling even at high speed.  

Highlights

The Subaru BRZ Concept STI features a front fascia with an 18-inch hexagonal lower grille, fin-shaped fog lamps, and hawk-eye headlights. The rear end features a wing for added down force and the vented rear bumper corners are said to improve aerodynamics performance. The Subaru BRZ Concept STI is powered by a horizontally-opposed 2.0 liter Boxer engine which is rumored to produce 200 horsepower, combined with the direct injection technology which was specifically developed for the BRZ.

2012 Acura NSX Concept

Everyone seems to be going the green these days, and this trend is particularly popular with car manufacturers worldwide. Of course, it's more out of necessity than anything else, but every car enthusiast and fans of speed are looking at the future from a very bleak point of view.

With almost every automobile maker dropping cylinders from their engine configurations and either adding a turbo or large battery pack to increase efficiency, it appears to be slim pickings for performance car enthusiasts. However, look deeper and you find that there are quite a few excellent cars out there that can go ahead and do what not many expect them to do – go fast! Real fast!

Next Gen

Prime among the next-generation sportscar is the 2012 Acura NSX. Now, the NSX name is legendary, with the original car offering dollops of performance and driving pleasure and yet, offering great efficiency and reliability too. Now, Acura has unveiled what will be the new NSX. And with it, comes a lot of cutting-edge technology that will allow it to perform, if not better than its predecessor, while at the same time, being very conservative. Basically, it's a quick car that's more than friendly to our beloved but burdened planet

Green Performance

The Acura NSX Concept displays flowing lines and gorgeous curves making it an unmistakable sportscar. But it gets even better under the skin. There are a pair of electric motors, and a brand new direct injection V6 gasoline engine with the much lauded VTEC technology, paired to a dual clutch transmission.

2012 Nissan Pathfinder Concept

The 2012 Nissan Pathfinder Concept brings future owners the comfort and style they've been looking for in an SUV. The Nissan Pathfinder will be on display at the 2012 North American International Auto Show. This revolutionized car will bring customers a brand new innovative technology with better passenger comfort and to top that a fuel efficient performance. The Nissan Pathfinder Concept will go on the market this Fall season of 2012. This great car comes with a modern and stylish design that will catch the attention of car enthusiasts.

Passengers will also be able to travel comfortably with the car's seven passenger SUV capabilities. The Pathfinder Concept also comes in a 3 row flexibility feature that is why it can host up to 7 passengers! This new design and concept is clearly a game changer for the Nissan car brand.

Performance

This new car still comes with an aerodynamic design and is pumped up with a CVT or Continuously Variable Transmission. This type of transmission is partnered with a V6 engine which helps the car become the most fuel efficient in the history of Nissan's cars. The company estimates that it will give 25% more in fuel economy whether the car is used in the city or the highway. It also has an intuitive four wheel drive system that will allow it to have a competitive towing capacity.

2012 Honda Accord Coupe Concept

The 2012 Honda Accord Coupe Concept is an introduction to Honda's forthcoming line of Coupe luxury sedans. It was designed to provide a perfect blend of luxury and affordability which appeals to young people, and first time luxury buyers. This model has the look of a fine luxury vehicle, crossed with a sports car. It is designed with aerodynamic features for efficiency, as well as all of the aesthetic styling buyers are seeking. In answer to the increasing demand for environmentally friendly luxury vehicles, Honda is planning the next incarnation of this model to be a plug in hybrid.

 Exterior & Interior

 Accord Coupe is a compact sized model, with a low profile and wide wheelbase. In addition to being aerodynamic, this design improves stability on the road. The trendy yet traditional styling is intended to project a professional image. The design includes all of the basic latest technology, which consumers expect to be included in a luxury vehicle, such as keyless entry and internet radio.  

Hybrid

 This vehicle, and the expected hybrid version, is being well received by consumers seeking a vehicle with a low-end price tag, and high-end look. However, it is a bit bare-bones compared to leading high-end luxury sedans. It does not include the same level of creature comforts or extra technological features you may find in some models.

2012 Acura ILX Concept

The 2012 Acura ILX Concept is scheduled for launch in the Spring of 2012. This car will usher a whole new experience when it comes to Acura's first gas/electric hybrid. People are already looking forward to the unveiling of this high performance and efficient car this 2012.

People will be in for a treat as they find this new luxurious and compact sedan can actually give them the fuel efficiency of a smart car. The head of the Acura Design Studio also gave a teaser for customers all over the world. Jon Ikeda stated that luxury buyers will find everything that they need in the Acura ILX Concept. They'll be inspired by the car's exterior styling and affordability.
  
 Efficient Exterior

 This car's exterior also provides elegance, efficiency and performance. It has been designed to be aerodynamically efficient, sleek and sporty. Its formal proportion and compact will surely bring a very professional image for future owners. There is no doubt that people will immediately recognize this car as an Acura. It's high and distinct exterior features will definitely bring it at the top of the luxury market. This car also offers different models that will suit the need of future buyers.  

Performance

2012 Smart For-Us Concept

America loves its large pickups, but they also love small, stylish automobiles for city driving, thus the people from Smart have come up with the 2012 Smart For-Us Concept. This is a small vehicle which turns into a nifty and practical pickup, and the biggest bonus is it does not require expensive gas to power it as it runs on electricity.

 Power Pack

 The Smart runs on electricity and takes 8 hours from completely empty to fully charged from a simple household socket or a charging station and uses lithium batteries to hold the power. These batteries provide the power for the revolutionary electric engine. The 55kw magneto electric engine provides quick acceleration from its 130 Newton meters of torque and will travel along at a top speed of 72 mph. This is no slow coach, with a four wheel drive option becoming available this year it will also become an off-roader.

Cargo Space

 The cargo space in the rear has enough space for two smart eBikes and a docking station which allows the bikes to be charged while you are transporting them. There are also lots of stowage compartments for spares and tools. The eBikes have a maximum range of over 100 kilometers which should be ample for your ride out to the countryside.

 Added Features

2012 Toyota NS4 Advanced Plug-in Hybrid Concept

Detroit’s 2012 North American International Auto Show was marked by the introduction of the premier Concept: the Toyota NS4 Advanced Plug-In Hybrid, which should be available on the open market globally by 2015. This all-new, dedicated plug-in hybrid is not a member of the Prius group of Toyota offerings. It is a unique design with eyes on the future. The NS4 Concept sports a light, small power-train that delivers speedy acceleration and excellent fuel economy. Additionally, its plug-in system can be charged quickly and provides power for an extended period of time. Features Users will be happy with the familiar feel of the NS4-HMI (Human-Machine Interface) because it is intentionally designed to resemble a SmartPhone! Interacting with the HMI is quick and efficient and designed to prevent driver distraction. In addition to automatically managing such basics as navigation functions, audio, A/C, and battery charging, the HMI can also learn the preferences of the driver to incorporate typical driver responses into given situations and settings.
  
Safety

The Toyota NS4 Advanced Plug-in Hybrid has unparalleled safety features. Most notably, the PCS (Pre-Collision System) is able to predict the possibility of some collisions in a variety of circumstances and assist in avoiding them. The PCS features a Blind Spot Monitor that is capable of detecting vehicles in the next lane and alerting the driver via an indicator light located on the dashboard. The PCS also includes collision avoidance technology capable of detecting potential encounters with pedestrians; rear-end collisions, and lane departure complications via near-infrared beams, stereo cameras, and millimeter-wave radar. When risks are detected, the vehicle can manipulate steering and brake automatically. In the place of conventional rear-view mirrors, the 2012 Toyota Concept has cameras that provide an extra-wide view to the rear of the vehicle.

Ferrari FXX

The production of Ferrari Fxx started in 2005 and is based on Ferrari enzo technology .The engine has been expanded to 6,262 cc from 5,988 cc and it has 790 Hp under the hood(6,2l V12). The car production was limited to 30 models and they have all been sold to past Ferrari customers,including Michael Schumacher.Because it has been classifield as not street legal,owners have the option of storing the car at Ferrari's facilities,so they will only be able to drive it on racetracks. Ferrari Fxx is the most expensive car in the world priced at 1,6 million $

1966 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 in New York City

Two exceptional cars, one illustrious lineage: the 2012 JAGUAR XJ LWB Supercharged range reflects the elegance, performance and spirit of the earlier E-Type Series of the 1960s that took the streets of New York City USA by storm. Unlike the E-Type Jaguar that defined an entire era reminiscent of Sinatra, McQueen and Bardot (all of whom were distinguished owners of the E-Type), the incipient XJ Jaguar models are smartly designed to adapt with the present times yet deliver power mixed with sophistication germane to all full-fledged Jaguar automobiles. While the iconic E-Type sports car blazed the trail with its 4.2 liter V8 engine (265 HP at 5,500 rpm) amped with triple SU carburetors (considered unprecedented during those times) that lets it sprint from 0-60 mph in 7 seconds, the new & promising Jaguar XJ flagship line, the 2012 Jaguar XJ LWB boasts of a 5,000cc Supercharged V8 engine allowing for 470bhp at 6,000-6,500 rpm (424 lb ft at 2,500-5,500 rpm) of maximum torque that lets the XJ reach a top speed of 155 mph and accelerate from 0-60 mph in only 4.9 s. Adaptive aero, break and handle dynamics make the XJ an innovative luxury vehicle equipped with an aluminum chassis and wishbones front and rear—an improvement over a steel chassis with only frontal wishbones that defined the E-type of the earlier Jaguar era.

The E-type, however, was still ahead of its time and endures today as a grand opus and considered a prized collector’s item—in fact, the E-type is even immortalized at the Museum of Modern Art. If the XJ proves to be a worthy descendant of the Jaguar line of monumental cars, it will carry on the distinguished tradition of the British automobile brand made prominent in the popular psyche with the likes of the E-type Series 1.

2012 Audi R8 LMS Ultra

The Audi R8 is synonymous to racing success. Previously used to name perhaps the greatest Le Mans prototype racer, the R8 was used to represent Audi’s supercar. The R8 name did not stay on the road though, as the R8 name made its way back to the track. Thanks to the R8 LMS GT3, Audi was able to dominate the touring car scene for the last 3 years, winning 12 different championships and winning a grand total of 115 races. However, Audi, not resting on its laurels, created its successor that aims to continue the tradition. This successor is the 2012 Audi R8 LMS Ultra. Thanks to the work of Audi’s subsidiary Quattro GmbH, the daunting task of improving an already strong sports car has been accomplished with great results. Using the inputs of those that owned the R8 LMS GT3, these inputs are then utilized to improve the Ultra. The result is a car that is made to keep winning and exceed even the loftiest expectations.  

Performance

New carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) doors and new energy absorbing foams not only reduce the car’s overall car weight but also increase the car’s overall safety. A new PS1 safety seat further increases safety even more. An updated transmission is created to provide better toughness necessary for endurance races.

The 5.2 liter V10 produces a maximum output of 570 horsepower, designed to fit in with GT3 regulations standards and last for thousands of kilometers. And with improved aerodynamics and suspension settings, the 2012 Audi R8 LMS Ultra is poised to continue the Audi R8’s legendary reputation.

2012 Wheelsandmore Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 Epochal

Are you looking for a luxury car that comes with great speed, durability and exceptional running performance? If so, the 2012 Wheelsandmore Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 Epochal is the right car for you. Since 650 horsepower did not suit customers who are in to a fast and furious driving experience, intensive modifications have been done to the SLR. What's the SLR McLaren 722? "Maximum powered vehicle", that's the most apt description for the latest SLR McLaren 722. This rare edition is combined with all the up-to-date and finest upgrades which allows it to run like no other. It's all thanks to the whole Wheelsandmore team who's responsible for all the modifications which make the SLR even better than ever. The sports car originally came with a 650 horsepower and a torque of 820 Nm which was did not make many clients happy. However, the McLaren 722 is now pumped up to a higher level with a newly customized V8 engine that produces 727 hp and a torque of 701 lb-ft. How's that possible?

Well, it all comes down to the newly designed exhaust system that has sports catalysts, as well as flaps that can be engaged by remote control; which are all easily adapted greatly by the V8 engine's pulley and recently mapped ecu software. However, these modifications require a specialized suspension for the model. Due to that, the Wheelsandmore team decided to contact KW, their coil specialists in order to have a new suspension built which features a rebound adjustable contraption, and better
compression which is highly compatible with the McLaren Mercedes-Benz SLR 722.

2013 Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition

Chevrolet has launched the 427 Convertible, the latest edition to long line of Corvettes, as a farewell to the outgoing C6 model and before the introduction of the C7 in 2014.

The launch commemorates the 60th anniversary of the Chevrolet brand and after more than 40 years, a Corvette is being rolled out with the legendary 427 name.

The new Corvette 427 convertible is the quickest in the history of Corvette, thanks to its powerful engine and light-weight construction.

Interior & Exterior

The 2013 Corvette 427 collector edition will be available with the 60th anniversary package, which includes Arctic white exteriors with optional pearl blue racing stripes. The interior would be wrapped in Blue Diamond leather with suede accents. The car gets Corvette ZR1 style Michelin PS2 tires, 19-inch alloys in the front and 20-inch at the rear.

The 427 has been designed to have an improved power to weight ratio and several light-weight body components have been used in the construction, like Carbon fiber floor panels, carbon fiber raised hood, carbon fiber fenders and front splitter.

Performance

The Corvette 427 convertible has been fitted with a 427 cubic-inch engine (7 liters) which churns out 505 horsepower and 470 lb ft of torque. The engine has been derived from the Corvette Z06. It's the most potent engine to be installed on a Corvette. The engine has been matched to a 6-speed manual transmission and there is no option of automatic transmission.

2012 F&M Evantra

From Mazzanti Automobili in Italy comes the F&M Evantra, to be released in mid 2012. This limited supercar series will be produced at a rate of only five models per year.

The customization and production of each model for its client will be personally supervised by the car's builder, Luca Mazzanti.

Whats in a name…

The F&M Evantra derives its name from an ancient Etruscan goddess, and was formulated by Hungarian car designer Zsolt Tarnok. The Evantra is a mid-engine super car, meaning the engine is mounted nearer to the center of the vehicle. This engine layout more evenly distributes the engine weight on all four wheels, and makes the vehicle faster and easier to turn.

Exterior & Interior

The body style of the Evantra is a two seat coupe. The car buyer will decide how the body will be constructed from one of two different options. The first option is called PRO-BODY, and will use all composite materials for assembly.

The second option is called ONE-BODY, and will be an exclusively hand-crafted aluminum body which can be thoroughly personalized by the buyer. The engine and body will be combined on a light-weight steel chassis.

The outer lines of the Evantra have the popular symmetries of many mid-engine sports cars, and the profile curves are smooth and classically molded. Several stylish details, and a mixture of concave and convex surfaces, express a distinctly competitive nature bordering on hostility.

2012 Falcon F7

Falcon introduced its production version of the Falcon F7 at the 2012 North American International Auto Show, which follows after a great response to its Falcon F7 concept showcased at the 2011 Detroit auto show.

For those who don't know, Falcon F7 is produced by Falcon motor sports and it's based out of Michigan. The company is known for making body modification kits and structural components for manufacturers like Plymouth in their Prowler and Dodge’s Viper.

Exterior & Interior

The Falcon F7 design is inspired from the 1980's era of super cars, the dramatic design with flowing curves and sharp cuts to meet the demand of the wind tunnel. Many people confuse the car with a Ferrari or Lamborghini and it certainly is an attention getter.

This Falcon F7 is placed in the same segment as exotic GT cars, but it has carved its own niche with features that are seen in much more expensive handcrafted cars. These features include carbon fiber body, monocoque chassis made of carbon fiber/aluminum, handcrafted interiors, billet suspension and exceptional power-weight ratio.

The handcrafted interiors exude quality and one can't help but appreciate the attention to detail. The car is very roomy from inside, from supercar standards and can easily accommodate tall drivers.

Engine Performance

2025 Bugatti Aerolithe Concept

The 2025 Bugatti Aerolithe Concept is the work of Douglas Hogg, a Coventry graduate. The design draws its inspiration from the original Bugatti Aerolithe concept showcased at the 1935 Paris Motorshow.

The old Bugatti Aerolithe concept was also the inspiration of the Atlantic 57SC.
The Future in Mind

Designed 75 years after the original Aerolithe was launched in Paris, Douglas Hogg has introduced the modern interpretation of the design. The car looks quite futuristic, despite being based on a design that was made quarter of a century back. Hogg suggests that he has used a minimalistic approach in pure surfacing for the design and applied a principle of Ettore Bugatti for Automotive design.

The car design represents simplicity, elegance, and intelligence. The design follows a smooth flow, uncluttered by door handles, external mirrors or spoilers. It's in complete harmony with advanced aerodynamics.

The underbody aerodynamics are an important feature of the design that allows two air channels to traverse the entire length of the body, funneling air from the front of the body to the diffuser at the rear, producing enough down force in the process to keep the car glued to the tarmac at high speeds.

Features

2013 Bentley Continental GTC V8

Bentley introduces the topless version of its Continental GT V8 in the Continental GTC V8, to join its line-up of cars to be launched this year.

The Continental GTC sports the same powerful V8 engine like its hard-top sibling which has been tuned to be a lot more frugal the previous generation.

New Design

The Continental GTC is identical to its hard-top sibling, barring its light-weight convertible roof. Both the V8 models feature the ‘B’ emblem with red wings. Glossy black front grille differentiates the V8 models from the W-12 ones. The V8 GTC carries the same muscular elegance of the W-12 models with characteristic wide rear track, powerful haunches and aggressive low stance.

Performance

The Bentley Continental GTC comes with a 4.0 litre V8 engine which churns out 500hp and 487 pound-feet of torque. The car does 0-60mph run in less than 5 seconds. The performance is almost equivalent to the Continental GT W-12 model. Not only is the car powerful, the engineers have managed to bump up the efficiency of the engine by 40% as compared to the old W-12.

To achieve this level of efficiency, the engine is designed to switch-off values of 4 out of 8 cylinders when the driver is maintaining a steady cruising speed. The engine switches back to V8 mode from V4 when the throttle is pressed harder. An intelligent Engine management system (EMS) works behind the scene to manage incredibly high level of precision in control of combustion process.

2011 Jaguar C-X16 Concept

Concept vehicles are usually attempts by car companies to let their loyal customers and prospective buyers know their intentions on a future release of a vehicle, and, in the case of the 2011 Jaguar C-X16 Concept, the company makes a strong and lasting impression to the rest of the automobile industry regarding the direction which the company and their products will be taking.

Style

Combining style and performance is the Jaguar C-X16 Concept. It is a hybrid car that has been billed by the company itself to be the future of Jaguar sports cars, and, judging from its appearance and capabilities, the vehicle has been said to embody the very name of the company: A vehicle that features a sleek design and has an agility and speed like that of the animal it bears the name of.

Performance

And aside from its design that has truly made it a notch above all the other sports cars in the market today, the C-X16 Concept also features under its hood an engine that ensures that the vehicle will be as agile and fast as a feral animal prancing through the jungle in pursuit of its prey: The V6 petrol engine.

Aside from these, the 2011 Jaguar C-X16 Concept is also one of the smallest and lightest vehicles that had been made by the company, and yet its aluminum chassis and high-performance engine ensures that it will be among the fastest sports cars once placed alongside other vehicles in the market.

2011 Hamann Porsche Cayenne Guardian Evo

The 2011 Hamann Porsche Cayenne Guardian Evo is another concept car that was based on the popular Porsche car. The Hamann designs utilizes only top of the line materials in manufacturing their designs for this particular model type.

Interior

The interior is astounding from its embroidered design of the dashboard to the all leather luxury seating; this model definitely spells out first class. In order to provide better grip with the steering wheel, the airbag design was re-adjusted for better driving dynamics.

Aside from all these amazing features, the manufacturers also included carbon components into the design which have successfully enhanced the overall feel of this concept car.

Performance

This model also gives out as much power as beauty. This Hamann Porsche goes 0 to 60 in only 4.2 seconds. This is made possible by the adjustments made to its engine to further increase its performance. Also several components have been installed such as sports catalyst, an engine air filter and silencer; all of which work together to create a powerful engine that can provide optimum performance.

Rims incorporated into this vehicle are ultra-light which help to accomplish two things. First is that it gives the exterior a more luxurious and sophisticated feel. And secondly, this 11Jx23 inch rims help a lot with the automobiles performance. This is further reinforced by the components o of the car’s under body. With all the different specifications meticulously incorporated onto this vehicle, it looks powerful and it definitely feels powerful.

2013 Rimac Concept One

A maximum output of over 1000 horsepower, an acceleration of 3 seconds or less, and a top speed of almost 200 miles an hour, have all been attained by an electric powered car. Yes, seriously. Breaking the mold of supercars and shattering the stereotype of an electric car as a boring and unreliable enterprise, the 2013 Rimac Concept One breaks out of the closet as perhaps the first true supercar that is purely powered by electricity.

Exterior & Interior

The super dynamic body, created by designer Adriano Mudri, is both super elegant and super aerodynamic. Even better is that this body is sculpted out of carbon fiber, creating an audaciously lightweight car that has legitimate supercar dynamics. The interior is designed by people that are formerly associated with the famed designer Pininfarina, and is adorned with high quality materials such as leather-wrapped seats and an infotainment system.

Performance

A unique powertrain is integrated for the Concept One. Featuring 4 different subsystems, with each having its own engine, inverter, and reduction gearbox, they have a cumulative maximum power output of 1088 horsepower. This gives this car some stunning performance numbers: a zero to 100 kilometers per hour dash of 2.8 seconds and a top speed of more than 300 kilometers per hour just to name a few. In addition, with batteries that carry a maximum charge of 92kWh, it is enough to carry this car to a distance of up to 600 kilometers before needing a recharge.

The Rimac Concept One is one unique car. Only 88 of these cars are going to be produced, and each car has the lofty reputation of being perhaps the first ever electric powered hypercar.

2011 Chevrolet Mi-ray Roadster Concept

The 2011 Chevrolet Mi-ray Roadster Concept lives up to the definition of its Korean name. The car is undoubtedly ultramodern in terms of design and capabilities.

The car looks like it could be used in futuristic movies. With this car it’s all about the exterior qualities. The body is made of carbon fiber-reinforced plastic, and the side has an angled character line with lighting underneath. This feature creates a streak of light when the car is moving.
To keep up with this Chevrolet’s inclination to modernism, Le Mans racer-style scissor doors have been installed. The 20-inch front and 21-inch rear wheels are made of aluminum-carbon fiber.

The Chevrolet Mi-Ray takes inspiration from fighter jets and it sticks with this theme from the exterior to interior design. It is dressed in natural leather, liquid metal surfaces and brushed aluminum. The center touch screen controls other features such as GPS and retractable cameras.

The car is a hybrid. It was exactly meant for speed, but for fuel-efficiency. The Roadster comes with the innovative mid-electric propulsion system. The car itself is powered by two 15-kW electric motors that reduce emissions in urban settings. The engines absorb energy from 1.6-kWh lithium-ion battery that makes use of regenerative breaking energy to recharge.