Tuesday, February 21, 2012

dangerous jeep

The open tops of the originalcivilian Jeeps meant little in the way of occupant protection. Lacking safety devices like a roof, doors ora structurally supportive windscreen, passengers canbe flung out of these Jeeps in an accident or even while just driving down the road. Having actually ridden in more than a few CJs, we can safely say that the only thing that kept us inside the vehicle and not splattered across the road was the power of positive thinking. Had we actually had an accident in one of these CJs… well, DOT workers would have been scraping us off the asphalt.

Saturday, February 18, 2012

BMW M5 BY G-POWER


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If you ask us the new BMW M5 is one of the few cars that needs no updates, but it seems the German tuner G-Power does not agree. They have started to update the new BMW M5 sports sedan and of course that they have started with a Stage I upgrade that will increase the power up to a total of 640 HP.
The package includes a G-Power Bi-Tronik III that will increase the power from the standard 560 HP to a total of 640 HP and 573 lbs-ft of torque. As a result the sprint from 0 to 60 mph will be made in 3,9 seconds and to 124 mph in 11,9 seconds.
Of course no changes have been made for the exterior, but the tuner opted to add a new set of 21" alloy wheels plus a new coil-over suspension, stainless steel sport rear muffler and a new Ceramic brake system completed by brake pads with a larger pad area, higher friction rate as well as metal-coated brake lines.

PEUGEOT 208 GTI CONCEPT


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Peugeot will be unveiling next month at the Geneva Motor Show the 208 GTi Concept - a tribute to the legendary 205 GTi offered by the company back in 1984. Peugeot said nothing about a production version just yet, but for sure we will see it by the end of the year.
The 208 GTi concept will be distinguished by chequered-flag motifs that embellish the metal mesh of the grille, a double chromed exhaust tailpipes, aero lower bodywork spoilers and lower sill skirt extensions. Peugeot has placed a brushed aluminum GTi Concept logo that reminds of the old 205 GTi.
For the interior the concept adds a sports leather stitched steering wheel, sports seats trimmed with Nappa leather on the outer section, and cloth in the center with an embossed tartan motif, and a leather head restraint. The fascia capping is dressed in Alcantara with grey stitching, the roof lining is entirely black and the pedals are aluminum.
Under the hood Peugeot has placed a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine that delivers a total of 197 HP and 203 lb-ft of torque. The engine is mated to a six-speed manual transmission and sprints the car from 0 to 60 mph in under 7 seconds.

BMW 3-SERIES WITH BMW M PERFORMANCE PARTS BMW 3-SERIES WITH BMW M PERFORMANCE PARTS

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BMW’s latest M Performance Parts division has been launched on the market a few weeks ago when we saw the new M550d xDrive, the X5 M50d and the X6 M50d. Of course all these three models will be among the new vehicles BMW will display in Geneva. But next the them, the M Performance Parts will also be expanded to models like the 3-Series.
For the 3-Series BMW is offering a M Performance Power Kit for the 320d version. This will increase the engine’s output to a total of 200 HP (up from 184 HP) and a peak torque of 309 lbs-ft. All these changes have improved the car’s 0 to 60 mph sprint time by about 1.0 seconds. In order to handle the extra power the car has been equipped with a new sports suspensions system with a particularly large-scale yet weight-optimized BMW M Performance brake system that features aluminum fixed calipers at both front and rear. The car will now sit on a new set of 20" M light alloy wheels in V-spoke design.
As for the aerodynamic parts BMW is offering a rear spoiler, rear fins, carbon exterior mirror caps, a radiator grille in high-gloss black, diffuser inserts for the rear apron and side sill foliations with M Performance inscription. For the interior you will get BMW M Performance steering wheel with Race Display, interior strips in Alcantara/carbon, BMW M Performance stainless steel pedals.

SPY SHOTS: PORSCHE 911 GT3 CAUGHT TESTING FOR THE FIRST TIME


Spy shots: Porsche 911 GT3 caught testing for the first time



  



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The new generation Porsche 911 is out for quite some time now, but it took a while until Porsche has finally decided to take the GT3 version out for a testing session. The sports car has been taken on slippery and snowy roads and lucky for us the spy photographers were there to catch it testing.
As you can see in these spy shots the car has received the GT3 typical front bumper and the centered twin exhaust pipes, but the big rear wing that further distinguish the GT3 is missing. While until this point is not very sure what engine will be used for the sports car, we can tell you for sure that the engine will be around 450 HP. Also, as previously reported the GT3 will only be offered with a PDK gearbox, even if both versions are currently being tested. The GT3 will also feature the new electromechanical steering system that has been seriously criticized for offering less driver feedback than a traditional hydraulic setup.

gallery: 2013 Porsche 911 GT3


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BMW 650I CONVERTIBLE CLR 600 GT BY LUMMA DESIGN BMW 650I CONVERTIBLE CLR 600 GT BY LUMMA DESIGN BMW 650I CONVERTIBLE CLR 600 GT BY LUMMA DESIGN


BMW 650i Convertible CLR 600 GT by Lumma Design



  



When it comes to updating BMW models, Lumma Design is usually one of the tuning firms that can be counted on to do an amazing job. Their latest project - called the CLR 600 GT - is proof of that. It’s based on the new BMW 650i Convertible, but improved with a power boost of 90 HP.
To achieve the extra power, Lumma Design modified the engine’s electronics and added a new flow-optimized muffler with four stainless steel tail pipes, each 90 millimeters in diameter. As a result, the V8 engine now delivers a total of 490 HP and a peak torque of 531 lb-ft. Top speed has also been increased to 160 mph.
The exterior of the BMW 650i Convertible was also slightly modified, getting a new front spoiler with LED daytime driving lights, new side skirts, and a new rear diffuser, as well as the obligatory new set of 20" alloy rims in a racing spokes design and black surface finish. For the interior, Lumma has covered it in Alcantara and leather, added an ergonomically shaped sports steering wheel, a new set of aluminum pedals, new foot rests, velour floor and trunk mats with a leather trim, and interior trims in embossed carbon leather.

gallery: 2012 BMW 650i Convertible


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AUDI A1 CONVERTIBLE


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2011 Audi A1 Convertible

Rumors about a possible Audi A1 Convertible were circulating even before Audi dropped the standard A1 hatchback on the market, but now British magazine Autocar is offering the first real details on the future model. According to Audi boss, Rupert Stadler, a full-blown cabriolet version of the A1 won’t be offered because it will be too expensive. However, Audi sources have confirmed that a semi-open-air version of the compact hatchback will indeed be offered.
Audi has already provided an early design study of the three-door A1, with a retractable cloth roof panel. Of course, this step has sparked many speculations. It is believed that the new A1 Cabrio will feature a "large, electric-powered cloth panel, covering an area described as being up to 80% of the total roof area." The roof will be opened at the push of a button and it will automatically retract back and be gathered in above the rear hatch.

pORSCHE CAYENNE CLR 558 GT BY LUMMA DESIGN


Porsche Cayenne CLR 558 GT by Lumma Design


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Every year, German tuner Lumma Design unveils a new iteration of their popular CLR 558 GT program for thePorsche Cayenne. Back in 2010, they came out with this gem of a project, before following it up with an equally impressive program in 2011.
This year, Lumma is back with the 2012 CLR 558 GT program and just like its predecessors, it comes with an extensive set of aerodynamic and performance upgrades that would make Cayenne owners drop to their knees.
On the aero front, Lumma built an aggressive bodykit made from PUR-RIM that includes a newly-styled front bumper with larger intakes, new grilles, wheel arch extensions, side skirts, a vented rear bumper with an integrated diffuser, a tailgate spoiler, and an imposing hood that was constructed from a carbon fiber and Kevlar composite. In addition, Lumma also added quad fog lamps, LED daytime running lights, and a new set of 22" wheels that are available in either Racing CLR 22 or Mono 22 styles, both of which come in either silver or matte black.
As far as performance enhancements are concerned, Lumma put in a D-Power-Box on the Cayenne’s management system, resulting in significant output spikes for both the Cayenne Diesel - from 245 horsepower and 406 lb/ft of torque to 280 horsepower and 464 lb/ft of torque - and the Cayenne Turbo - from 500 horsepower to 600 horsepower.

gallery: 2010 Porsche Cayenne CLR 558 GT by Lumma


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gallery: 2011 Lumma CLR 558 GT


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SPY SHOTS: PORSCHE 911 CONVERTIBLE PLAYS IN THE SNOW


Spy Shots: Porsche 911 Convertible plays in the snow

  



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We’ve seen a number of vehicles taken out for test drives during these dreary winter conditions, so it’s not in the least bit surprising that Porsche is taking advantage of the mounds of snow at its disposal to test their future 911 Turbo Convertible. The new 911 Droptop was caught playing around in the snow near the Arctic Circle, proving that Porsche takes its testing very seriously.
Just as with the standard models in the new generation 911, the new Turbo version will receive updates on the exterior, as well as in the engine department. Not much of the exterior will be changed, but Porsche has done just enough to make the car sportier and more aerodynamic than ever.
As for the engine, the new 911 Turbo Convertible will be powered by the same 3.8L turbocharged flat six engine, but tricked to deliver more than the current 500 HP for the standard Turbo and 530 HP for the Turbo S.
The new Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe and Convertible are said to be unveiled next month at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, so stay tuned!
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TATA MOTORS HIKES PRICES BY UP TO RS 12000 LEAVES NANO ARIA


Tata Motors hikes prices by up to Rs 12000 leaves Nano Aria




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To mitigate the impact of high input costs the company has decided to hike the prices of its cars which has been effective from 9 February 2012 across the country.

The high input costs have been impacting us for quite some time. We have decided to pass on some burden to our customers. The quantum of the hike will vary between Rs 7000 and Rs 12000 depending on the model a company spokesperson told. He however said this price increase exercise will not include Nano and Aria.

Last month other passenger vehicle majors Maruti Suzuki and General Motors increased the prices of their various models by up to Rs 17000 to offset rising input costs and the impact of currency fluctuation. Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) hiked prices of its vehicles except for entry-level sedan DZire by between 0.3 per cent and 3.4 per cent. This translated into a minimum increase of Rs 2400 on the SX4 sedan and a maximum of Rs 17000 on the diesel variant of its Swift hatchback.


Similarly General Motors India also increased product prices by between 0.5 per cent and 1.75 per cent for models including the Spark Beat Cruze and Tavera translating into an increase ranging from Rs 3000 to Rs 15000. GM India however left the prices of its Aveo Aveo UVA Optra and Captiva SUV models unchanged.


Toyota Kirloskar Motor had also hiked the prices of its different models including the Liva and Etios between 0.75 per cent and 3 per cent from January 1 onward. Mahindra andamp Mahindra increased the price of its latest SUV the XUV500 by up to Rs 55000. Hyundai Motor India which had in December said it would increase prices of its vehicles by 1.5-2 per cent from this year however has not taken the step as yet.

New-Gen Mitsubishi Outlander coming


New-Gen Mitsubishi Outlander coming


NEW-GEN MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER COMING
 




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Coined as the New Generation Outlander the company has developed a versatile global vehicle to match up with todays times. The Japanese carmaker has already revealed the car ahead of the Geneva show.

Similar in size to the existing one the new Outlander follows the same uncluttered look. The all-new Outlander is packaged with high grade materials like padded surfaces and soft-touch finish. The dashboard is fresh to look at with ergonomic steering wheel controls as well as high-resolution and easy-to-read instrument displays. On offer will be a choice of two low impact engines 2WD or 4WD: 2.0 I MIVEC petrol or 2.2 MIVEC Clean Diesel (depending on market model engine and specifications) with Auto Stop andamp Go and an all-new 6-speed automatic gearbox.

After the unveiling in Geneva the Next Generation Outlander will be launched first in Russia this summer prior to European (late summer) Japanese Oceania Chinese and North American debuts.

For the record the Mitsubishi Outlander is a crossover manufactured by Japanese automaker Mitsubishi Motors and was originally known as the Mitsubishi Airtrek when it was introduced in Japan in 2001. It was based on the Mitsubishi ASX concept vehicle exhibited at the 2001 North American International Auto Show. The second generation of the vehicle was introduced in 2005 and it was then that all markets including Japan adopted the Outlander name.

New-Gen Mitsubishi Outlander coming New-Gen Mitsubishi Outlander coming



NEW-GEN MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER COMING
 




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Coined as the New Generation Outlander the company has developed a versatile global vehicle to match up with todays times. The Japanese carmaker has already revealed the car ahead of the Geneva show.

Similar in size to the existing one the new Outlander follows the same uncluttered look. The all-new Outlander is packaged with high grade materials like padded surfaces and soft-touch finish. The dashboard is fresh to look at with ergonomic steering wheel controls as well as high-resolution and easy-to-read instrument displays. On offer will be a choice of two low impact engines 2WD or 4WD: 2.0 I MIVEC petrol or 2.2 MIVEC Clean Diesel (depending on market model engine and specifications) with Auto Stop andamp Go and an all-new 6-speed automatic gearbox.

After the unveiling in Geneva the Next Generation Outlander will be launched first in Russia this summer prior to European (late summer) Japanese Oceania Chinese and North American debuts.

For the record the Mitsubishi Outlander is a crossover manufactured by Japanese automaker Mitsubishi Motors and was originally known as the Mitsubishi Airtrek when it was introduced in Japan in 2001. It was based on the Mitsubishi ASX concept vehicle exhibited at the 2001 North American International Auto Show. The second generation of the vehicle was introduced in 2005 and it was then that all markets including Japan adopted the Outlander name.