Car News
Citroen DS3 R3
The French manufacturer’s Racing division has launched the Citroen DS3 R3, a high-performance afordably-priced model that will also participate in the WRC at the end of 2010.
The Citroen DS3 R3 features the same structure as the production version, with a reinforced body, a multi-point roll cage as an improved chassis and suspension.
2011 Mercedes CL facelift
The facelift version 2011 Mercedes CL was unveiled during the weekend, and besides a mild exterior refresh, the company’s luxury coupe has also received a new Bi-Turbo V8 engine.
So starting with the visual improvements the 2011 Mercedes CL facelift features a redesigned front bumper that integrates the LED daylight runing lights, new headlamps also incorporating LEDs, a new bonnet, a revamped front grille plus new taillights.
Bugatti Veyron Super Sport
The Bugatti Veyron Super Sport was unveiled over the weekend, with the Italian company releasing official photos and details of their new limited edition, 1200 HP monster.
As we already mentioned the 16-cylinder engine on the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport is 199 HP more powerful than the regular Veyron model, with 1,500 Nm or 1,106 lb-ft of torque instead of 1,250 Nm, and the car’s body makes extensive use of carbon fiber.
Porsche 911 GT2 RS video
This new video from Porsche is a Motorshow trailer concentrating on the new 911 GT2 RS. The clip reminds us that The Porsche 911 GT2 RS was built out of intention to surpass the 911 GT2 and the method that made it possible was through Porsche’s Intelligent Performance.
The Porsche 911 GT2 RS which weights only 1,370 Kg, packs no less than 620 horsepower, and that means it can hit 100 Km/h from a standstill in 3.5 seconds and onto a top speed of 330 Km/h.
Audi R8 V10 video
This new Audi R8 V10 video comes from WebRidesTV who shot this Ken Block style footage at the El Toro Marine Base.
It seems that the Audi R8 V10 video is an actual commercial clip, and it looks like promoting the 5.2-litre FSI powered sports car going sideways was lots of fun for pilot Nathan Swartzbaugh who worked almost all day with the filming crew for this 30 seconds promo.
Pagani Zonda R Nurburgring Record video
After the Italian supercar company has announced that is has established a new reference time on the Ring, now we came across the first Pagani Zonda R Nurburgring Record video that presents different moments of what happened on June 30th.
The Pagani Zonda R Nurburgring Record video does not show the whole lap being completed, but we assume a well documented footage with proof and details is on its way.
Video: Mercedes SLS AMG E-CELL Test Drive with David Coulthard
This test drive video presents ex McLaren and Red Bull Formula 1 driver Davind Coulthard taking the electric version Mercedes SLS AMG E-CELL for a spin on both public roads as well as on the track.
He is impressed by the level of performance offered by the Mercedes SLS AMG E-CELL and as will all electric cars, the torque is instantly available at any moment and as a result the acceleration is faster than on the regular V8 model.
2013 BMW Megacity
The Bavarian company has released images and details of the BMW Megacity which will be an electric four-seater expected to get launched on the market in 2013.
The 2013 BMW Megacity also known as the MCV is destined for urban mobility and will feature an electric motor producing 100 kW and a battery pack plus a small combustion engine that will serve as a range extender.
BMW 5 Series M Sport Package
BMW is diversifying its models even further, with new engine choices for the 535d Saloon, 5 Series Touring and X1 xDrive23d, a new M Sport Package for the 2011 BMW 5 Series plus the German automaker will now offer its electronically controlled 4-wheel drive system on the BMW 550i xDrive Sedan.
Two special editions based on the BMW 3 Series Saloon and Touring called the Exclusive Edition are also on the way.
Sportec Porsche 911 SPR1R
The SPR1R is Sportec’s new, faster, lighter and improved version Porsche 911 set to debut at this year’s edition Salon Prive.
The Sportec Porsche 911 SPR1R is now able to output no less than 858 PS from its 3.6-litre 24-valve flat 6 T80M engine, and with this kind of performance accelerating from 0 to 62 mph takes only 3.0 seconds and top speed is 300 Km/h (186 mph).