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This featured Car is Carrera GT

Carrera is a slot car.

This featured Car is Carrera

Carrera dominated the German markets in the 1960s and 1970s, due to using an additional third wire, and effective marketing, also at the nearby Nuremberg International Toy Fair.

This featured Car is Carrera

In the 1970, Carrera offered 1:24, 1:32 and 1:60 scales for slot cars, and the slot-free "Servo" systems which allowed cars to switch lanes, guided by the guard rails on the outside. Due to the many systems offered, and fewer customers (Generation), Neuhierl had to sell his company in 1985, and took his own life. The new owners sold rather cheap products.

This featured Car is ABT

Johann Abt (born December 1935), who continued a horseshoeing tradition of his family with motor cars, was a motorcycling and hillclimbing racer for Abarth factory team until 1970. He later entered cars with his own team, winning the "Trophée de l’Avenir“ and other series.

This featured Car is Koenigsegg CCR

The Koenigsegg CCR is a mid-engined sports car manufactured by Koenigsegg. It briefly held the world speed record for a production car and is currently the fourth fastest production car in the world, behind the Bugatti Veyron, SSC Ultimate Aero and the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport.

Monday, 7 November 2011

2012 AC Schnitzer BMW 650i Cabriolet


The 2012 AC Schnitzer BMW 650i Cabriolet is another automobile from the German tuning specialists. The launch was scheduled for the next Frankfurt Auto Show in 2012.

Performance

This car boasts of a lot of new and upgraded features from its engines to the awesome interior detailing. The AC Schnitzer 650i Cabriolet model includes a V8 engine with a 540 horsepower which provides the vehicle with a zero to 62 miles per hour increase in speed in only 4.4 seconds. Now, if you think that’s impressive, it only gets better.
The cars suspension has been re-adjusted in order to make room for a better high performance brake system. Of course, as with any high performance car engine, you will need the top of the line break system to ensure optimal safety.
Exterior & Interior

As for the aerodynamics of this automobile, the 650i Cabriolet has an improved exterior with a brand new rear skirt with an incorporated protection film. This model has 21 inch rims that are light weight and aesthetically pleasing. Just by the looks of it, these wheels were definitely built for high performance driving.
In terms of the interior, the 650i Cabriolet has a lot of new additions in terms of accessories and trimmings. The steering wheel has been redesigned for better driving dynamics as well as the pedal and improved floor mats. The pedal itself is made of aluminium to give a more modern and chic feel to the vehicle.


Sunday, 6 November 2011

2011 Hamann BMW X6 Tycoon Evo M


The 2011 Hamann BMW X6 Tycoon Evo M is the most recent modification to X6. The body size of the newer version has been enlarged. The skirts were also included as well as LED lights. The interiors were upgrades and new accessories have been installed such as better exhaust systems, bumper designs and top of the line engine performance. This automobile has also been remodelled to be more aerodynamic which means several adjustments have been made to its core.
Engine Performance

The engine of the Hamann BMW X6 Tycoon Evo M also has a lot more force in its engine in comparison to the preceding models. Its engine has the ability to triple its speed in 4.2 seconds. In fact, this particular model is considered as one of the fastest cars to date. Some of the modifications they to make in order to create this engine are the following: addition of a ECU course, a metal tucker system and most importantly replacing the conventional engine to a turbocharged one.
Exterior

The body of this fine vehicle, you will notice the alloy rims. This modification not only provides the model with aesthetic points but contributes to the performance as well. Other kit modifications done are changes to the forward and back axle springs. Basically, all the new additions and re-modelling done to this latest version of the BMW X6 makes it a high performance automobile with the aesthetics to back it all up.


Saturday, 5 November 2011

2011 TranStar Racing Dagger GT


Hardcore motoring enthusiasts love the sharpest, fastest, and most thrilling sports cars that are not only eye-riveting but demand the utmost from the driver. While most car buffs opt for the fast car with a certain appeal, others simply go for a functional car with a fun factor. An interesting option may be to slip behind the wheel of the 2011 TranStar Racing Dagger GT. Brace for a rousing ride when units roll off the assembly line in the coming years.
TranStar has proposed a racing car that can go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in an astounding 1.5 seconds. Car buffs may opt for any of three models – a hardcore racer, a street-legal or comfortable sports version, or a luxurious GT-X model. Supercar craftsmen left no stone unturned when conceptualizing the 2011 TranStar Racing Dagger GT, which is based on a mid-engine Corvette concept car.
The 2011 TranStar Racing Dagger GT with multi-fuel racing engine can produce 2000 horsepower. Its sleek space-age carbon fiber body will be constructed by the aerospace industry.


Friday, 4 November 2011

Growler E 2011 by Vizualtech


An amazing 120 hp per liter represents the Growler E 2011 by Vizualtech. If you are still not impressed with the strength of this car, then wait until you find out that under its hood sleeps a 5 liter V8 engine. Unleashing power under four seconds from 0-62mph, the Growler E can attest to its name that it does make the road growl in envy.
How can a magnificent design be patterned to yet another classic name in the automobile industry? The Growler E achieved its fame from a legendary name – Jaguar. The platform is almost the same since this super fast car can purr when revved up. That happens to be the distinct trademark of any classic design that can practically leap in the air.
The lighter the car’s weight, the fast it gets that is why the Growler E is proud to show-off its 3417 lbs to the rest of the world. This has made the remarkable creation of a Swiss designer pull through in most car shows. The Growler E does not know the word slow since it can really pack up a storm each time it zooms through the asphalt at impressive speeds


Thursday, 3 November 2011

2011 RUF Roadster based on Porsche 911


Inspired by the 1967 Porsche Targa, the team of Alois Ruf built this RUF Roadster that has an incorporated roll cage that makes it possible for you to enjoy the fresh air experience from a convertible while having the safety of a coup.
The roof’s center piece and the flexible rear window can be removed and folded. You will enjoy driving in this car either completely enclosed or open, or with an open rear window but closed roof, or closed rear window with an open roof.
This RUF Roadster has been optimized for better aerodynamics with a lower rear window and two light roof pieces. Polyglass is used for the rear window and carbon fiber for the roof pieces.

The chassis of this Roadster will be available by 2011. Ruf is also planning to produce a limited edition of electric eRUF vehicles.