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Aston Martin Lagonda returns
Aston Martin Lagonda is making a comeback, and it represents Aston Martin’s desire to extend its global brand reach and conquer new markets. The Lagonda was revealed at the Geneva Motor Show and its name comes from the four door luxury saloon that was first built in 1976. Today “The Lagonda is the luxury car of the future,” as mentioned by Dr Ulrich Bez, Aston Martin Lagonda Chief Executive that hopes this new crossover type of a concept…
Spyker C8 Aileron ready to fly
Named after a device that makes aircrafts turn the Spyker 8C Aileron was revealed in Geneva as a fully re-developed car with a new aluminum space-frame chassis and a design that continues to mark Spyker’s aviation heritage. The new Spyker 8C Aileron is 150 mm lengthier that the previous 8C named Laviolette and powering it is the 400 hp Audi engine that gives the Aileron the possibility to “fly” with speeds up to 300 Km/h. There are two types of transmision available for the Spyker 8C Aileron and depending on witch one you choose, your future Aileron will cost either 189,990 Euros if its equipped with the 6-speed manual Getrag gearbox or 195,990 Euros for…
2010 BRABUS Mercedes G V12 S Biturbo
The most powerful off-roader on the planet has been unleashed. It is the 2010 BRABUS Mercedes G V12 S Biturbo and its not a huge surprise that it comes from BRABUS as the german tuner is well known for developing some of the fastest and most powerful cars ever. They say it comes as the logical evolution of the BRABUS G V12 that had 610 hp and was released in Geneva in 2004. Today the 2010 BRABUS Mercedes G V12 S Biturbo is a 700 hp 515 kW beast with 1,320 Nm (973 lb-ft) that does 0 to 100 Km/h in just 4.3 seconds and has a top speed of 260 Km/h but is electronically limited to 240 Km/h. Price for the exclusive and ulta-powerfull 2010 BRABUS Mercedes G V12…
2010 BRABUS Mercedes ML 63 Biturbo
Another premiere from BRABUS at the Geneva motor show this year, where the 2010 BRABUS Mercedes ML 63 Biturbo was introduced to the world. It is a vehicle taken to the extremes in the usual BRABUS way that produces 650 hp (478 kW) at 6,200 rpm helped by its twin turbochargers and can travel at an incredible speed of 310 Km/h. Getting from 0 to 100 Km/h the 2010 BRABUS Mercedes ML 63 Biturbo takes 4.2 seconds and gears are changed by its modified seven-speed SPEEDSHIFT 7G-TRONIC automatic gearbox. Another unique thing about this “space-ship” is that its engine has a custom designed left-turning turbocharger on the right side that helps achieve optimal gas…
2010 BRABUS Mercedes GLK V8
The German tuner BRABUS impressed at Geneva this year with 3 modified Mercedes-Benz models. One of them the 2010 BRABUS Mercedes GLK V8 has received an increased version of the S 500’s four valve engine V8 that unleashes 462 hp making the small Mercedes SUV fly to up to 275 Km/h. Lubrication for the BRABUS 6.1 liter engine is done exclusively by ARAL’s high performance motor oil and suspension and brake upgrades also had to be made in order to keep this beast safely harnessed. From 0 to 100 Km/h there are only 4.9 seconds needed and price for the 2010 BRABUS Mercedes GLK V8 starts at 198,200 Euros…
Koenigsegg Quant concept
The Koenigsegg Quant concept that was revealed at the Geneva motor show earlyer today marks the partnership between the Swedish supercar maker Koenigsegg and NLV Solar AG as together the two companies have developed this four seater solar electric “car of the future”. Quant’s energy relies on FAES (Flow Accumulator Energy Storage) and its ability to recharge in just 20 minutes giving this vehicle an autonomy of 500 km. The Koenigsegg Quant is also able to…
Mercedes SLK 2LOOK editition
Mercedes-Benz brought at Geneva a new edition of their SLK series entitled 2LOOK that aims towards younger buyers. The new Mercedes SLK 2LOOK is available in only black or white tones and features a number of elements that will make it unique compared to the rest of the standard SLK’s like the black surrounds for the headlamps or the black and white nappa leather interior. There’s also the discrete “SLK 2LOOK edition” badge placed…
Maybach Zeppelin unveiled
The new Maybach Zeppelin was officially unveiled today at the 79th International Motor Show in Geneva and it represents Daimler’s vision regarding high-end luxury saloons, and to mention just a few features we could add the high-gloss piano lacquer trim or the ingenious control that understands the human sense of smell. The Maybach Zeppelin comes as a tribute to the legendary model with the same name from the 1930s. Powering the Zeppelin is a 6.0 liter V12 AMG sourced engine that delivers no less than 640 hp (471 kW) and 1000 Newton metres of torque. If you think that a car this size could act slower due to its weight then you should know that the Maybach 57 Zeppelein version takes only 4.9 seconds…
Maserati GranTurismo S Automatic debut at Geneva
Maserati’s GranTurismo S Automatic awaited debut came to an end today in Geneva. The Italian car manufacturer presented the GranTurismo S Automatic with its latest technological features and design elements meant for improved performance and killer looks. So the two pedal version of the GranTurismo has a 4.7 liter V8 that produces 440 hp at 7000 rpm and is equipped with a ZF 6-speed automatic gearbox able to change gears in a lightning fast manner and Skyhook suspension that continuously variates the damper rates. As for those design element mentioned earlier, they include the 20 inch wheel rims with the new “Trident” style and new under-door mini-skirts.
2010 Audi TT RS roadster and coupe
Audi’s second debut today at Geneva is the 2010 Audi TT RS Roadster with the German car maker releasing photos and details of its coupe version as well. The 2010 Audi TT RS will be powered by a turbocharged 2.5 liter 5 cylinder engine that packs 340 hp and 450 Nm of torque and also features Audi’s trademark quattro all wheel drive system. For the 2010 Audi TT RS the top speed has been limited to 250 Km/h and the coupe needs 4.6 seconds to sprint from 0 to 100 Km/h while the roadster version needs 0.1 seconds more due to its aerodynamics. No details were given regarding price but the dealers can already start taking orders as they will be able to…