Sunday, December 26, 2010

2012 Lightning GT


(from Lightning Car Company Press Release)  

The Lightning Car Company  (“TLCC” or the “Company “)

Luxury electric car company announce high performance investment opportunity

The Lightning Car Company, the British developer of The Lightning electric Grand Tourer supercar, today announces its intention to raise approximately £15.5 million (before expenses). The funds will be invested in completing the final two phases of the Company’s evolution, programme development and technical validation, taking the Lightning to full production as early as Spring 2012.

2011 Lotus Elise SC



(from Lotus Press Release)  Elise SC

The Lotus Elise revolutionised the sportscar market 14 years ago when the small lightweight agile 2-seat mid engine sportscar was introduced. By ensuring that the Elise stuck rigidly to Lotus’ core values of performance through light weight, the Elise was able to produce supercar performance with city car economy.

2011 Gemballa Porsche 958 Cayenne Tornado


(from Gemballa Press Release)  

GEMBALLA introduce the TORNADO

A Design Statement from GEMBALLA GmbH for the Porsche 958 Cayenne

Leonberg, 12/14/2010. GEMBALLA GmbH are proud to announce the debut of the TORNADO, based on the new Porsche Cayenne 958.

This exciting car is significant not only because it is the first creation of GEMBALLA GmbH, but also because its light and strong carbon-fibre body panels showcase the way forward for the top players in the aftermarket industry, raising the bar for exclusive car manufacturers. In the past, it was commonplace to bond carbon-fibre parts to modified factory steel panels.

Friday, December 17, 2010

2011 Wheelsandmore Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG


 

(from Wheelsandmore Press Release)

As soon as the first models of the new SLS were delivered, wheelsandmore presents his performance upgrades for the sporty gran-turismo-coupe.

2011 Porsche Panamera R by Larson Auto Design


(from Larson Auto Design) 

The Panamera R based on the Porsche Panamera (970) features a front bumper with enlarged air ducts, and an integrated carbon fiber front lip to increase downforce. The rear bumper serves the purpose of lending the Panamera a more aggressive stance with a fixed carbon fiber diffuser and removeable exhaust tips. The side skirts lengthen the side appearance while appearing lower than the serial skirts. The carbon fiber fenders enhance the forward moving lines of the Panamera while remaining lightweight .

2011 Wheelsandmore Mercedes-Benz SLR


(from Wheelsandmore Press Release)

For many years Wheelsandmore is already known for spectacular and high performance conversions of Mercedes Benz models, in particular of the AMG top versions.

Monday, December 13, 2010

2011 Audi R8 GT


(from Audi Press Release) 

Now even more dynamic, lighter, more powerful and faster: Audi is launching a limited-production version of its R8 high-performance sports car – the R8 GT. The output of its 5.2-liter V10 has been increased to 412 kW (560 hp); vehicle weight has been reduced by roughly 100 kilograms (220.46 lb). The R8 GT accelerates from zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 3.6 seconds and reaches a top speed of 320 km/h (198.84 mph).

Lancia Stratos 2010


(from Lancia Press Release)

The Lancia Stratos

The legendary Lancia Stratos HF was without a doubt the most spectacular and successful rallye car of the 70s. With its thrilling lines and uncompromising design for rallye use, the Stratos not only single-handedly rewrote the history of rallyeing, it won a permanent place in the hearts of its countless fans with its dramatic performance on the world’s asphalt and gravel tracks. The Stratos still draws the crowds whenever it competes at historic motor sport events, thanks to its reputation as the most fascinating rallye car in the world.

Friday, December 10, 2010

2010 Mazda Shinari Concept


(from Mazda Press Release) 

When Mazda released its first passenger car, the R360 Coupe in 1960, it quickly gained recognition for its minimalist form and great practicality. For Mazda it opened a new chapter in the company's history as a builder of passenger cars. For Japanese consumers, the R360 Coupe realized their dreams by making such a desirable car affordable.

2011 McLaren MP4-12C


(from McLaren Press Release) 

McLaren Automotive Introduces the McLaren MP4-12C

The first in a range of high performance sports cars from the home of the worlds most successful racing car company

Thursday, December 02, 2010

2011 Jaguar XKR Special Edition Speed and Black Packs

 

(from Jaguar Press Release)  

Jaguar unveils the ultimate XKR Special Edition

Jaguar will unveil the latest dramatic evolution of its supercharged XKR coupe at the Geneva Motor Show. The stunning new XKR Special Edition delivers a significantly raised maximum speed – 174mph (280km/h) – and bold exterior styling changes that create the ultimate supercharged Jaguar.

2010 Startech Jeep Grand Cherokee


(from Startech Press Release)

Tuning Made in Germany: The Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland with STARTECH Design

2011 JE Design Volkswagen Touareg


(from JE Design Press Release) 

Already refined: New JE DESIGN Touareg with 410 hp

•Sophisticated Widebody-Kit for a powerful presentation
•Performance increase to 410 hp with guarantee
•Aluminium wheels SUV-Select, 22 inches
•All components inclusive TÜV-assessment