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Jul 14, 2012

Supercar Rumours - Porsche and McLaren to Build a Shooting Brake

This is information about Supercar Rumours - Porsche and McLaren to Build a Shooting Brake. Whereas the four-door Mercedes CLS paved the way for other car makers to design and build their own four-door coupes, the recently unveiled CLS Shooting Brake will be a forerunner as well as Porsche and McLaren are considering to build their own shooting brake.

Porsche will unveil a shooting brake based on the Panamera at the Paris Motor Show this September. The Panamera Shooting Brake which will make its world debut will be a concept car. Porsche will await the results of the Mercedes CLS Shooting Brake before making a decision regarding production of their own shooting brake. If the Panamera Shooting Brake will make it into production, it will come with the next generation Panamera scheduled for 2015.

McLaren is also considering to built a shooting brake based on the MP4-12C. This rumour is not new, two months ago it was also reported the British manufacturer of supercars was discussing the introduction of a shooting brake. The MP4-12C Shooting Brake would be introduced to take on the Ferrari FF.

The McLaren Shooting Brake will be powered by the same twin-turbo 3.8-liter engine as the coupe, which puts out 592 horsepower. This should enable the MP4-12C Shooting Brake to hit the 100km/h from standstill in 3 seconds, while its top speed should be 330km/h. It should be pointed out that a Shooting Brake version of the McLaren MP4-12C would require a redesign of its drivetrain layout. The coupe features a mid mounted engine while a shooting brake would require an engine placed between driver and front axle, which will severely influence the driving characteristics.

If the rumour of McLaren working on a shooting brake turns out to be true, than undoubtedly more news and eventually spyshots will follow. But German magazine Autobild is convinced the McLaren MP4-12C Shooting Brake will hit the showrooms by the end of 2013.

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Car News - Pink Wrapped Rolls-Royce Phantom by Office-K

This is information about Car News - Pink Wrapped Rolls-Royce Phantom by Office-K. We envy Office-K. We’ve heard recently that between their usual projects, FAB Design SLR’s and LB Performance Lamborghini Gallardo’s are the latest examples, they’ve also been looking at the Bugatti Veyron Bleu Centenaire one of one special edition and the Mercedes McLaren SLR Stirling Moss. But we’re not here to talk about those cars today. Today we have a two-toned pink wrapped Rolls-Royce Phantom with a new set of rims and smoked side markers!

The wheels in question are Lexani LLS-10 which at 24 inches in diameter, still don’t entirely fill the Phantom’s massive wheel arches! They feature a machined aluminium and black centre with a three piece construction showing exposed aluminium bolts! The most obvious change to the car is the controversial wrap. Office-K wrapped the car with a silver central panel and a pink lower panel creating a dual tone colour scheme.

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Supercar Video: Epic Pagani Huayra Ride in Italy!

This is information about Supercar Video: Epic Pagani Huayra Ride in Italy! A video has surfaced through an American who recently took a ride with Davide Testi, Pagani’s ace test driver. It shows what the Pagani Huayra is really capable in the hands of somebody who knows the car, the roads and possess expert driving skills. Needless to say, don’t try this at home! If you haven’t already, check out Chris Harris’ excellent review, completed just a day before!

The Huayra is powered by a Mercedes-AMG twin-turbo V12. Displacement is 5,980cc and power peaks at 730 horsepower and 1,000Nm of torque. The power and enormous torque is transferred to the rear wheels via a seven-speed sequential gearbox cross and a singe-disc clutch. This enables the Huayra to accelerate from standstill to 100km/h in 3.3 seconds, while its top speed is an impressive 370km/h. This can be heard in the video below.

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Car News - Official: Range Rover Evoque RS250 Vesuvius by A. Kahn Design

This is information about Car News - Official: Range Rover Evoque RS250 Vesuvius by A. Kahn Design. Another A. Kahn Design Range Rover Evoque left the Bradford-based workshop recently. This time, Kahn’s tuned Evoque features Vesuvius Copper bodywork which is a dark orange accented by a black panoramic room and black trim pieces. It’s a bespoke Range Rover Evoque for those that want a little extra from their entry-level Range Rover!

For the RS250, Kahn Design fitted a new front and rear bumper set, a boot spoiler, a central exhaust, fog lamps, LED running lights in front bumper, a new front grille and a Kahn lowering module. The later modification lowers the car by up to 35mm. Brake calipers are finished in Vesuvius Copper and covered with RS600 wheels measuring 22 inches in diameter, finished in matt grey with original center caps.

Inside, Kahn Design fit a bespoke interior to the Evoque. It features both front and rear seats with black quilted and perforated leather. These feature Alcantara inserts and Vesuvius copper detailing, a rev counter and speedo finished in red, a central glove box with diamond quilted stitching, stainless steel door entry sill plates, piano black carbon trim and a Vesuvius sports steering wheel with copper stitching.

Extras include privacy glass, brake calipers finished in Vesuvius copper, vented foot pedals in machined aluminum, heated seats, floor mats, aluminum machined foot pedals and Kahn branding.

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Jul 12, 2012

Car Review Video: Chris Harris Drives the Pagani Huayra

This is information about Car Review Video: Chris Harris Drives the Pagani Huayra. This is the Pagani Huayra film everybody has been waiting for! Chris Harris and YouTube channel DRIVE get behind the wheel of the Pagani Huayra for a thorough analysis. The more we see this car, the more we like it!

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Car News - Official: BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe by AC Schnitzer

This is information about Car News - Official: BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe by AC Schnitzer. AC Schnitzer has released their new program for the BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe. The complete package offers a range of upgrades, like a performance upgrade from 313 to 360hp for the BMW 640d and from 320 to 360hp for the 640i model.

The improved acceleration is accompanied by an AC Schnitzer twin sports rear silencer with chromed Sports Trim tailpipes (right/left), also available in export version. Deceleration has been perfected using the AC Schnitzer eight-piston high performance brake system, only available for the front. The system consists of an eight-piston fixed caliper (left/right), an eight-piece set of brake pads and brake caliper holders. Other technical change is the AC Schnitzer suspension spring kit.

The bodywork components for the 6-series Gran Coupé by AC Schnitzer feature a front spoiler, chromed front grille with chrome strip, rear skirt extension and rear skirt protective film. On the inside the specialist from Aachen fitted the AC Schnitzer Evo sports airbag steering wheel, the Black Line aluminium cover for the i-Drive system controller, aluminium footrests and pedals, and velours floor mats.

The coupe’s wheel arches are filled with wheels of various styles (Type IV BiColor, Type IV silver, Type VIII BiColor, black and silver), in 19 or 20 inch depending on the customer’s choice. Lightweight forged alloys and forged racing rims Type VIII BiColor are available in sizes 9.0×21 and 10.0×21 inch with 255/30 R21 tyres on the front and 295/25 R21 tyres on the rear.

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Supercar Video: Autocar Drives Tushek Renovatio T500

This is information about Supercar Video: Autocar Drives Tushek Renovatio T500. Matt Prior from Autocar drove the first Slovenian supercar, the Tushek Renovatio T500 at a local airfield in Slovenia. He asks himself the question if the Renovatio fits in with the supercars.

The bodywork of the Renovatio T500 by Tushek appears to be based on the lightweight kit car K1 Attack Roadster. The body features scissor doors, a removable hardtop, and a noticeable rear wing. Due to the extensive use of carbon fiber and carbon composites, the car has a curb weight of 1,133kg.

The Tushek Renovatio T500 is powered by 4.2 liter V8 engine which is derived from the Audi RS4. With an output of 450 horsepower and 428Nm of torque, the Slovenian supercar is able to sprint from standstill to 100km/h in 3.7 seconds, and the 200km/h reached within 11.5 seconds. Tushek claims a top speed for the Renovatio T500 in excess of 310km/h

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Jul 6, 2012

Supercar Video: Venom GT Shoots Fire at Goodwood Festival of Speed

This is information about Supercar Video: Venom GT Shoots Fire at Goodwood Festival of Speed. The Goodwood Festival of Speed 2012 has closed its doors on Sunday evening. Only a day after the final hill climb at the Goodwood Estate, Hennessey released a video of last year’s Festival of Speed showing the yellow Hennessey Venom GT heading up the hill while shooting flames.

The model is powered by a twin turbocharged Chevrolet LS-series aluminum V8 producing 1,200hp and 1,135lb-ft torque mated to a six-speed Ricardo manual transaxle. The Venom is capable of hitting 100km/h in about 2.2 seconds. Top speed will be 262mph. Stopping the sports car? 15 inch, six-piston front, four-piston rear, Brembo carbon ceramic brakes are available at your command.

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Supercar Video: Qatari Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 Combination in Paris

This is information about Supercar Video: Qatari Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 Combination in Paris. Our local representative Alexsmolik filmed not one, but two different and colorful Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 on the Champs-Elysées, in Paris, around 1:00 – 2:00 AM. One Aventador is matte yellow, the other car is Arancio Argos, but both have black wheels and are from Qatar.

Oh and the famous Bugatti Veyron l’Or Blanc also drove by as you will see in the video below.

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Jul 3, 2012

Car News - Goodwood 2012: Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake Mule

This is information about Car News - Goodwood 2012: Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake Mule. One of the final galleries we have to show you from Goodwood Festival of Speed 2012 contains pictures of the Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake Mule. Mercedes-Benz presented the CLS Shooting Brake on Sunday at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. On the same day, the CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake development mule took part in the hill climb event!

The Mercedes CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake uses the same drivetrain as its four-door sports-coupe sibling, the CLS 63 AMG. Thus the car will be powered by a 5.5 liter V8 biturbo engine which offers 525 horsepower and 700Nm of torque. This should enable the Shooting Brake to accelerate from standstill to 100km/h in approximately 4.5 seconds, while its top speed will be limited at 250km/h.

It is expected that the CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake will be unveiled at the German Grand Prix at Hockenheim later this month. Sales of the CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake will start this Autumn, shortly after the market introduction of the regular version.

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Supercar News - Spyshots: Lexus LFA AB-B Spotted at the Nürburgring

This is information about Supercar News - Spyshots: Lexus LFA AB-B Spotted at the Nürburgring. It looks like Lexus is preparing a surprise. Last week a remarkable and unknown Lexus LFA was spotted on the Nürburgring, but now a second mysterious LFA has made its appearance around the famous circuit in Germany.

The bright green Lexus LFA spotted here bears the markings ‘AD-B’ along the side. But it doesn’t come with the extra air intake on its hood, subtle boot-lid spoilers, four exhaust pipes and massive diffuser featured on the more hardcore looking turquoise LFA bearing ‘AD-A’, which was previously caught testing on the Ring. Although the hood of the green Lexus isn’t visible, the roof appears to be left unpainted ‒ just as the LFA AD-A ‒ in order to expose the carbon fiber weave.

Currently there is no information regarding both LFA’s, so it will be interesting to see what the future will bring. Will it be the LFA Tokyo Edition? Or is this car a test mule used for the development of the LFA II hypercar? Feel free to speculate and share your thoughts in the comments below.

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Car News - Goodwood 2012 Formula 1, Indy and Endurance Cars Hill Climb

This is information about Car News - Goodwood 2012 Formula 1, Indy and Endurance Cars Hill Climb. As with every other display at the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2012, the Formula F1 & Indy Cars paddock takes to the hill for hillclimbs twice a day. We’ve already mentioned that seven Formula 1 teams are present this year along with a range of modern endurance cars. What makes Goodwood extra special is that you get the opportunity to see these cars driven up the hill by the legendary drivers that made them famous!

Drivers for the Formula 1 cars at various time this weekend include Jenson Button, Lewis Hamilton, Heikki Kovalainen, Nico Rosberg, Sebastian Vettel and Mark Webber. Williams F1 didn’t display their car on the hill, Bruno Senna instead took the Williams-Cosworth FW08C. Le Mans legend Derek Bell piloted the Bentley Speed 8, current Le Mans champion Andre Lotterer drove the Audi R18 e-tron Quattro and GT1 winner Michael Bartels drove his Vita4one Masertai MC12.

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