2012 Stylish G-Power BMW M3 Concept

2012 Stylish G-Power BMW M3 Concept

We have a new-fangled G-Power change belongings for the entire BMW enthusiast appear to augment their M3 presentation information. This product new wrap up from the infamous BMW tuners G-Power, consists of a supercharger to increase the industrial unit 3.2-liter six-cylinder power plant to 450 PS and 460 Nm of torque. This is a large bound of 107 PS and 95 Nm of torque in excess of the stock account. At the track, the customized BMW M3 can at the present sprint from 0 to 200 km/h in just 14.7 seconds as attainment a top velocity of 300 km/h.

Toyota i-Road first-drive experience

Toyota i-Road first-drive experience

The other important part is that it's electric. This means zero-emission and a nearly-silent running experience. Toyota's setup here features an all-electric powertrain with a lithium-ion battery providing power to a pair of 2 kW electric motors mounted on the front within the front wheels. In addition to the power coming direct from the front wheels, the back wheel pivots which helps the i-Road make tighter turns.

BMW i8 gets laser headlamp option

BMW i8 gets laser headlamp option
BMW is outfitting its luxury i8 plug-in hybrid coupe with lasers, though unfortunately that won't mean blasting slower traffic out of the lane ahead. The car will be the first production model in the world to get laser light headlamps, which use laser diodes to produce more daylight-like illumination, boost range, and - perhaps most importantly on a car powered by batteries - cut power consumption.

Volvo 2015 V60, S60 and XC60 Drive-E First-Drive

Volvo 2015 V60, S60 and XC60 Drive-E First-Drive

Volvo has high hopes for 2014, glowing from a multi-billion investment after its break-up from Ford, and with a new engine architecture, Drive-E, for its refreshed best-sellers, the S60, V60, and XC60. They're important models for the Swedish car company, together expected to comprise 80-percent of Volvo's sales this year, but what's under the hood is arguably more of a game-changer. We grabbed the keys to all three to see whether a 4-cylinder engine can really deliver the best of a V6, and to see if Volvo stands a chance in coercing Audi buyers to swap their brand loyalties.

2014 Lexus IS F Review

2014 Lexus IS F Review

The 2014 Lexus IS F is an anachronism. Latest - and potentially last - in a line of performance sedans, its 416 HP, 5.0-liter V8 engine and Fuji racetrack tuned chassis spawned the F SPORT brand with which Lexus is now attempting to massage its reputation from Nyquil-on-wheels to automotive madness. Problem is, the IS F faces forced retirement from inside Lexus itself, squeezed out by the 2015 RC F Coupe and hotter - more affordable - versions of the regular IS. So, does the IS F go out with a bang, or a whimper, and should we prepare to mourn its $64k passing? We dried our eyes and slipped behind the wheel to find out.

Fiat 500L Beats Edition puts Dr. Dre in your dash

Fiat 500L Beats Edition puts Dr. Dre in your dash

If you thought you were cool because you had Beats headphones, think again; now you need a new set of car keys. Fiat has revealed the 500L Beats Edition, a special version of its larger city car, complete with a stereo developed, tuned, and calibrated by Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine as well as a new paint job complete with red and chrome trim. The paint is two-tone grey and black, with either matt or glossy finishes. Inside, meanwhile, Fiat is calling it "total black" with both fabric and eco-leather seat covers and trim all monochrome, aside from the red highlight stitching. Fiat also has some exclusive options for the car, including a satin-finish hood molding, polycarbonate kick-plates, and special velvet mats replete with 500 badging.

 

2014 Toyota Highlander First Drive

2014 Toyota Highlander First Drive
Making a big SUV that satisfies every driver is difficult. Do you make it sporty, or edgy, or aim for super-comfort, or as capacious as possible, or some combination of all of the above? With the 2014 Highlander, Toyota had to work with the reliable-but-staid reputation of its predecessor and inject both some dynamism and an extra seat, as well as crank up the comfort levels so as to compete in what's become an increasingly competitive segment. It takes more than an angry new face to satisfy demanding families, so does the new Highlander offer enough? We grabbed the keys to find out.

Modest Styling kit for the Range Rover Evoque

Modest Styling kit for the Range Rover Evoque

Popular tuner Project Kahn has released a modest styling kit for the Range Rover Evoque. This new small sized SUV has become popular since it’s release and doesn’t need a ton of aftermarket parts to make it look better. Project Kahn decided to hook it up with some new wheels, the tuning companies RS600 alloys to be exact, which come finished in gunmetal. Customers have the option of three sizes to choose from, 20, 21, and 22-inches depending on their budget for the Range Rover Evoque.

A few extra tweaks to the Range Rover Evoque tuning include a sport suspension to lower the car on the new wheels, colored calipers, and tinted windows. Inside, Project Kahn always customizes the cabin for a more luxurious feel, yet they did not release pictures with this announcement. We do know that the modified Range Rover Evoque will hold new aluminum pedals along with a touch screen entertainment system that has satellite functions built in.

Wald International Porsche Panamera Tuning Concept

Wald International Porsche Panamera Tuning Concept

The Porsche Panamera 4-door sports car is the latest luxury ride to receive new body styling from the notorious Wald International “Black Bison” line of kits. In typical fashion, the Japanese tuners solely focus on the exterior aero parts with very few performance modifications. Upon ordering this package, customers will receive a complete carbon fiber kit featuring a new front bumper, rear bumper, rocker panels, rear lid spoiler, and rear wheel fender extensions. Several new air vents have also been added to give the Porsche Panamara extra aggressive look.

This Black Bison kit for the Porsche Panamera will offer new alloy wheels that are larger than stock, finished in black with a bronze lip. Wald International always leaves their mark with some signature exhaust pipes, and continues the customization package with a few interior accessories such as bespoke floor mats. Completing the Porsche Panamera tuning is a new sport suspension kit, that can be considered a performance upgrade, yet is mostly for appearance. 

The Most High Tech Superyacht Adastra Unveiled in China

The Most High Tech Superyacht Adastra Unveiled in China

Yachts are an expensive toy that only billionaires can afford. But they are very demanding and want more and more luxuries on their boat. Last year, the Russian billionaire and Chelsea Football Club owner Roman Abramovich bought a £300 million super luxurious super yacht which boasts of two swimming pools, two helipads, a gym, hair salon, dance floor and submarine that resembles the one used by James Bond in one of his movies. The latest super yacht that is sure to trigger a trend was unveiled in China recently. The Adastra is a £15-million super yacht with a shiny body and smooth curves. The unusually shaped yacht could be confused for a spacecraft if placed on a runway.

This new floating pleasure palace was commissioned by billionaire businessman Anto Marden who is based in Hong Kong. He had commissioned it five years ago but the wait has been worthwhile as the end result has made him the owner of the most high-tech yacht. It is even possible to control the Adastra with an iPad if you are within 50 meters of the boat. The super yacht has been designed by Sussex-based yacht designer John Shuttleworth who has a record of creating exclusive yachts. He worked on the power trimaran concept but took it several notches above what had been tried so far. Mr. Shuttleworth was talking to Boat International and described in detail the intricacies of developing a craft of this nature.

Anto Marden has made his billions in the shipping industry and naturally knows a thing or two about boats and yachts. After extensive research and development he got the yacht made in Zhuhai, China. His new boat would make it very convenient to sail between the two islands he already owns off the coast of Indonesia and the others he might acquire in the future. The industry experts have also described the Adastra as one of the world’s most amazing super yachts. The yacht is 42.5 meters long, 16 meters wide and weighs in at 52 tons. It boasts of features and amenities that are not normally found in yachts of this shape and size.

It was a challenge to make this yacht but the research and development effort has brought in new thinking to the industry about the stability and comfort at sea for this type of craft. It not only rivals but betters a lot of bigger and more expensive yachts. Adastra boasts of a hull built from glass and Kevlar. It has accommodations for nine guests and six crewmen. The deck salon provides panoramic views. The aft open deck has a door that opens out become a bathing platform. The Adastra is capable of a top speed of 22.5 knots and can cruise up to 4,000 nautical miles at 17 knots. It is good enough to sail from UK to New York. It is powered by one Caterpillar C18 engine of 1150hp at 2300 rpm and has 2 Yanmar 110hp @ 3200 rpm outrigger engines. The yacht has been designed for efficient long range cruising. It is the most high-tech super yacht as yet but will definitely inspire other designers to do better particularly so when they will be encouraged by  billionaires with unlimited budgets.

SpeedART Porsche 911 Upcoming At Geneva Concept

SpeedART Porsche 911 Upcoming At Geneva Concept

The tuners at SpeedART have teased us with their latest package for the Porsche 911 set to display at the Geneva Motor Show. A new aero kit called the SP91-R which features some styling improvements up front and a CS rear wing out back. Customers will have the option of 20/21-inch LSC forged rims along with a new sport suspension if they’d like. Under the hood, SpeedART offers a new sports exhaust system and a re-programmed ECU to squeeze some extra power from the 3.4-liter boxer powerplant. This tuning provides an additional 25 PS and 20 newton meters of torque to the rear wheels.

Final customizations inside the cockpit of the Porsche 911 or 991 as some like to call it, is a new sport steering wheel along with alcantara trim and leather upholstery. Several other components such as gauges and racing accessories can be installed at the choice of the customer. Stay tuned for the SpeedART Porsche 911 to be revealed at Geneva. 

Mansory Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 Concept

Mansory Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 Concept

The tuners at Mansory had one of their best products on display at the Geneva Auto Salon with this brand new Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4. It features a ton of upgrades from the styling to performance aspects that did not go unnoticed. First, the exotic was widened 40mm up front with a new bonnet and 50mm at the rear with new aero parts. New side skirts, a larger wing, and rear diffuser integration give it the full carbon fiber treatment with a new roof and engine cover as well. The Lamborghini Aventador performance tuning came next with a new custom exhaust system and optimized ECU. These additions were able to increase the power output from 700PS and 690 Nm of torque to 754 PS and 750 newton meters of torque at 6,000 rpm. At the track, the modified Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 can now sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.8 seconds, a 0.1 increase from the factory car, and reach a new top speed of 355 km/h or 221 mph. Inside the Mansory project is upgraded leather for the seats and dashboard featuring custom stitching, along with new aluminum pedals, and real carbon fiber throughout the cockpit.

Vorsteiner Bentley Continental GT BR-10 Kit

Vorsteiner Bentley Continental GT BR-10 Kit

After announcing plans to construct the Bentley Continental GT BR-10 kit, Vorsteiner has now released the complete pictures and a video of what the car will look like when completed. The teaser pics had us wanting more, and now we can see that Vorsteiner came through with more aesthetically pleasing aftermarket parts. Included in this Bentley Continental GT BR-10 package is a new carbon fiber body kit with new front spoiler, re-designed side skirts, and carbon fiber diffuser that fits perfectly with the stock bumper.

A trunk mounted spoiler adds the extra downforce needed when tuning the Bentley Continental GT under the hood for extra power. Along with these aero parts are new 22-inch aluminum rims that come wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 high performance tires. While this is a modest Bentley Continental GT kit, it will definitely have your luxury ride stand out from the rest.

Vintage 1958 Pontiac Bonneville Super Deluxe Sport Coupe Concept

Vintage 1958 Pontiac Bonneville Super Deluxe Sport Coupe Concept

Regardless of the modern age Ferrari and Lamborghini supercars, when it comes to luxury vintage cars, these historic beauty on wheels carry with them a unique charm and luster like none other. One such vintage vehicle, a 1958 Pontiac Bonneville Super Deluxe Sport Coupe just made headlines, as this gorgeous luxury coupe went for a staggering $121,000 at an auction event organized by RM Auctions. Widely considered to be one of the most impactful vehicle brands in the 1950s, Pontiac has paid extra attention to the rising demand of V8 engines and hence had powered the Bonneville Super Deluxe Sport Coupe with an OHV V-8 engine. This power plant produced an astounding 300bhp and was tethered to a four-speed Hydra-Matic transmission for high performance figures.

Considered to be one of the most expensive cars sold, the 1958 Pontiac Bonneville Super Deluxe Sport Coupe showcased at the auction event had undergone an extensive restoration process and came with loads of add-on accessories. For starters, the Super Deluxe Sport Coupe featured state of the art power steering, power brakes and even came with power windows, a technology that was considered to be extremely luxurious for its time. Furthermore, Pontiac had also installed a Trans-Portable radio that was introduced in the year 1958 and was designed to be taken out from the car and be used a portable radio for picnics etc. Also present in the  1958 Pontiac Bonneville Super Deluxe Sport Coupe are a rear speaker and rear antenna, along with gorgeous body accessories including rear fender skirts, a tissue dispenser and door edge guards.

 

However, what strikes the most about this 1958 Pontiac Bonneville Super Deluxe Sport Coupe is its fascinating two-tone green paintjob that is also elegantly mirrored in the car’s interiors. The opulent seats have been upholstered in a vinyl-cloth combination motif, while the same material can also be found on the dashboard.

Latest Acura NSX Will Be Built In US

Latest Acura NSX Will Be Built In US

Acura finally made an announcement at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show of the new Acura NSX set to be produced by Honda R&D America. This means the supercar will be constructed at the plant located in central Ohio, and US citizens will get a first hand look of the finished product in the next couple years. They say this Acura NSX will go on sale within three years, giving it an approximate arrival of 2015. What they didn’t tell us until the unveiling is that is looks VERY similar to the Audi R8.

Don’t get us wrong, the car looks stunning and we are sure it will perform. The developers plan to focus on a favorable power to weight ratio, and have chosen to stick with the mid-engine platform carrying a V6. To go along with this will be an all-wheel-drive system and the latest hybrid technology to allow it to compete with models such as the BMW i8. Now we just have to wait and see what the price for the new Acura NSX will be.