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Toyota At 2011 Tokyo Auto Salon

Small in size but big in attitude, a pumped-up, track-ready interpretation of the super-smart iQ city car leads a posse of tuned and tweaked Toyota concept and production cars at the Tokyo Auto Salon. The world’s largest annual aftermarket parts show, taking place (14 to 16 January) gives
leading tuning firms and custom car specialists the chance to demonstrate their engineering and design skills, from mild sports accoutrements to the wilder fringes of auto design.

The GRMN (Gazoo Racing tuned by MN) iQ Racing Concept is the latest interpretation of Toyota’s smallest model by its motor sport competition partner. It’s a stand-out model, with its deep front air dam, huge lower air intake and racing wheels, but it is not just about looks: fitted with a tuned- supercharged engine and a roll-cage, it’s cut out for track action.

It has a strong heritage too: Gazoo’s previous iQ concept car was given a limited production run in Japan that sold out immediately in 2009.

G Sports (G’s) have also contributed to the Toyota presentation with Sports Concept versions of both Prius and Yaris, with TRD adding an Auris GT Concept. As well as the cars, Toyota is hosting interactive events at the show, including forums with engineers and racing drivers and virtual driving competitions in Metapolis, an on-line community created by Gazoo Racing.

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2010 Peugeot RCZ Asphalt Limited Edition

With its matt black bodywork and aluminium fittings, the Peugeot RCZ Limited Edition ASPHALT, of which only 500 units have been manufactured, increases the dynamism and exclusivity of the 1.6 THP 200 RCZ. Pure emotion, this rather atypical model meets all of the requirements of customers who are seeking distinction, modernity and driving pleasure. 

 

Lotus Elite 2014 New Car 2+2 GT Concept Design

 

The 2014 Lotus Elite new car design concept model marks the return of the car maker brand to the premium GT automobile market niche, left in 2004 when the Esprit went out of vehicle production. The futuristic metallic 2014 Lotus Elite aerodynamic body exterior design front end has a shark-inspired design through an arrow-shaped hood; large air intakes included in the spoiler and elongated headlights with carbon trimmed surroundings. The aluminum blades placed behind the front wheels are reminiscent of shark gills.

A 2014 Lotus Elite large carbon diffuser which integrates the trapezoidal pipe exhausts. Cool car design concept with elegant and comfort interior design. Seen from the top, the Elite showcases several distinctive elements: the large glass surface that integrates the windshield, the innovative car roof and the rear window, the car air outlets positioned behind the headlights and the wing shaped rear view cameras that replace the conventional side mirrors. The 2014 Lotus Elite will be powered by a front- mid positioned 5.0 liter V8 engine delivering up to 620 PS.

 

Lamborghini Reventon | LA Auto Show

Lamborghini Reventon | LA Auto Show 

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GMC Sierra All Terrain HD Concept is ready to play dirty

Cars are cool, but we certainly love ourselves some big, bad, hardcore pickups – you know, like the ford f 150 svt raptor. General Motors’ conceptual answer to Ford‘s desert-blasting pickup is this, the Sierra All Terrain HD concept, which we’ll be seeing for the first time at the Detroit auto show next week.
GMC’s brutish pickup relies on The General’s 6.6-liter Duramax diesel V8 for power – 397 horsepower and 765 pound-feet of torque, to be exact – and higher ground clearance, a wider stance and serious suspension upgrades make the All Terrain concept capable of storming through, well, all types of terrain.
Word on the street is that if GM gets up the gall to produce such a truck, it will likely be outfitted by a second-tier firm outside of the GM production lines (like a Roush ford f-150, for example). Regardless, we want this thing to be built, and badly. See a whole slate of new high-res photos for yourself in the gallery below. Oh, and don’t forget about the Ram Runner, chrysler‘s foray into the niche.

Cadillac CTS-V Coupe Race Car 2011

Cadillac has been out of the racing circuit for quite some time now. But now they are hoping to make it big with their return to the circuit at the Sports Car Club of America World Challenge at the 2011 edition. The car that they are putting their money on will be the CTS-V Coupe from Cadillac. They will develop an upgraded version of the car joining hands with Pratt & Miller – an engineering firm from New Hudson Michigan which has specialized in motorsports. The last race that Cadillac attended officially was at the SCCA track way back in 2007. This year they are returning to the circuit with a two car team.

Now SCCA is not a matter of joke. So although the Coupe is quite a good one, it will have to be better to compete with the best at the SCCA. The modifications for the wonderful Coupe are yet to be announced by Cadillac. The standard version of this Cadillac Coupe is based on the V8 engine capable of producing an output power of 556 HP. So while they go for an upgrade the other competing teams will obviously have to look out for Cadillac, tipped to give some great competition.

The SCCA World Challenge for the pair of CTS-V models will kick off at the first race being hosted at St. Petersburg, Florida from March 25th to the 27th. Having a great car doesn’t win you the race straight away. A great driver is also an important criterion. The Cadillac pair will be driven by three-time GT1 champion at the America Le Mans Series, Johnny O’Connell and Andy Pilgrim, the SCCA World Challenge GT class champion in the 2005 edition. So Cadillac are planning everything well to have best shot at the title.

Jim Campbell, GM vice president for Performance Vehicles and Motorsports has stated that the SCCA World Challenge is a place where natural transfer of knowledge occurs, beneficial to all participating teams. He said that this was a test for the Cadillac Coupe. He hopes that with the knowledge gained on the racetrack the V- Series will be on the top of their game.

Also, according to a recent update, Cadillac has unveiled the first look for their CTS-V Coupe Race Car. The Coupe is all set to make its first appearance on the Detroit Auto Show. Take a look at our gallery and turn your visualization into reality.

 

Insane 1120 horsepower 9ff GT9-R revealed 2011

9ff, just like Ruf, is one of those brands that take the performance of a Porsche to another level!

And their efforts can be seen written all over the new 9ff GT9-R. Based on the Porsche 911 GT3, it is lower, longer and the engine sits in the middle not on the rear.

This machine is capable of churning out an unreal 1120 horsepower from its impressive and extensively modified 4 liter, 6-pot motor! And, that translates into performance figures that can be matched only by a Bugatti Veyron EB16:4 and the American made SSC Ultimate Aero TT.

Let’s give you some figures – 0-100 km/h in 2.9 seconds. 0-300 km/h in 15.8 seconds. Top speed is 414 km/h.

If accurate enough, this car can smash the Veyron’s old record and the Aero TT’s record of 412.28 km/h (256.2 mph) although Keating’s Barabus TKR has posted an unofficial record (418.6 km/h – 260.1 mph). The TKR seems to be the only real threat to the 9ff GT9-R at the moment. Only time will tell!

The GT9-R is available in different states of tune as well. There is a 987 hp version that’s meant for the track in case someone decides to challenge the various records set around the Nurburgring! There is a 750 hp version as well for the not-so hairy chested breed. Don’t be fooled though, it can still clock a 20 second time to 300 from 0!

The loony engines are mated to ‘boxes that are modified to handle the insane levels of power. There is a 6-speed manual or a sequential gearbox on offer. The 5-speed Tiptronic ‘box is an option (!) on the 750 hp variant.

Although there are 20 being built, no two GT9-Rs will be identical! 9ff offers high levels of customization in the form of several aero-kits for the GT9-R so that owners are ensured exclusivity!

Jeep celebrates 70th Anniversary with special edition models

Jeep has proclaimed itself as “one of the world’s few, true icons.” Normally, we’d take issue with such a brazen statement, but in the case of Jeep, we don’t really disagree. In fact, in a good portion of the developed world, the word ‘Jeep” is synonymous with sport utility vehicles in general… like Kleenex or Coke.

With that in mind, Chrysler think it’s time to celebrate Jeep’s 70th anniversary in 2011, and as you might expect, the off-road specialist is releasing a slew of special editions to commemorate the occasion. All of the new 2011 models – one each of Jeep’s five models – will be available in a unique Bronze Star exterior paint in addition to Bright Silver and Black along with the appropriate spate of 70th Anniversary badges.

All five 70th Anniversary Jeeps will come with a dark perforated leather interior (either Dark Slate or Dark Olive, depending on the model) with Chestnut stitching, Berber carpeting (yes, really), unique cluster overlays and 70th Anniversary logos on the radio. Past that, each model gets its own set of touches that will set it apart from its non-Anniverarized siblings.

We’ll grab some live photos of these machines here at the Detroit Auto Show soon enough. In the meantime, get the complete details in the press release after the break, and also be sure to peruse all the milestones in Jeep’s 70 years of history.

[Source: Jeep]

2011 Subaru Impreza WRX STI Sedan Pictures

2011 Subaru Impreza WRX STI Sedan Pictures

2011 Subaru Impreza WRX STI Sedan Specifications

Body
Wheelbase	103.3 in.
Chassis
Wheels	17 x 8-in. aluminum
Engine
Type:	H4, 2.5-liter, DOHC, turbocharger and intercooler, AVCS variable valve timing
Engine & Transmission
Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM:	244 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm
Exterior
Tires F-R	235/45 R17 summer performance
Length	4-door: 180.3 in.
Weight	3,208 lbs.

BMW M3 Coupe Pictures

 

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BMW M3 Coupe Pictures

BMW M3 Coupe Specifications

Chassis
Brakes F/R:	ABS, vented disc/vented disc
Tires F-R:	245/40 ZR18 - 265/40 ZR18
Drivetrain
Layout	Front Engine, RWD
Engine
Type:	V8
Displacement	4.0 Liters
Horsepower	420 hp
Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM:	295(400) / 3900
Redline at RPM:	8400
Exterior
Length × Width × Height in:	181.7 × 71.6 × 55.8
Weight lb (kg):	3648 (1655)
Performance
Final Drive Ratio	3.85:1
Acceleration 0-60 mph s:	4.6
Top Speed mph (km/h):	155 (250) - electronically limited
Fuel Economy	14 mpg city/ 20 mpg highway

Base Price: 2009 BMW M3 Coupe - $56,500

 

2010 BMW 3 Series Specs

2010 3 Series Performance, Engine & Power Specs

•  2,996 cc 3.0 liters in-line 6 front engine with 85.0 mm bore, 88.0 mm stroke, 10.7 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder N52 •  Premium unleaded fuel 91 and petrol •  Fuel consumption: EPA 08 city (mpg): 18, highway (mpg): 28, combined (mpg): 22, 570 and 354 •  Multi-point injection fuel system •  16.1 gallon main premium unleaded fuel tank 13.4 •  Power: 172 kW , 230 HP SAE @ 6,500 rpm; 200 ft lb , 270 Nm @ 2,750 rpm

 

2010 3 Series Brakes, Suspension & Handling Specs •  ABS •  Brake assist system •  Cornering brake control •  Four disc brakes including four ventilated discs •  Electronic brake distribution •  Electronic traction control via ABS & engine management •  Immobilizer •  Stability control •  Strut front suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs, multi-link rear suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs 2010 3 Series Weight, Lights & Exterior Dimensions Specs •  Painted front and rear bumpers •  Day time running lights •  Driver and passenger power heated painted door mirrors •  External dimensions: overall length (inches): 178.8, overall width (inches): 71.5, overall height (inches): 55.9, wheelbase (inches): 108.7, front track (inches): 59.1, rear track (inches): 60.2 and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 36.1 •  Front fog lights •  Complex surface lens halogen bulb headlights •  Luxury trim alloy & leather on gearknob, wood/woodgrain on doors and wood/woodgrain on dashboard •  Black paint •  Fixed rear window with defogger •  Weights: curb weight (lbs) 3,362 •  Windshield wipers with automatic intermittent wipe and rain sensor 2010 3 Series Cargo, Stereo Speakers & Interior Feature Specs •  12v power outlet: front •  Air conditioning with fully automated climate control 2 and auto •  Diversity antenna •  Front and rear ashtray •  Manufacturer's own RDS audio system with digital radio and CD player CD player reads MP3 •  Cargo capacity: all seats in place (cu ft): 12.0 •  Front seats cigar lighter •  Clock •  Computer with average speed, average fuel consumption and range for remaining fuel •  Floor console •  Delayed/fade courtesy lights •  Cruise control •  Front seats and rear seats cup holders •  External temperature •  Driver front airbag with multi-stage deployment, passenger front airbag with occupant sensors and multi-stage deployment •  Bucket driver and passenger seat with height adjustment and tilt adjustment manual and manual •  3-point reel front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat with pre-tensioners •  Front seat center armrest •  Two height adjustable active head restraints on front seats, three height adjustable head restraints on rear seats •  Headlight control with dusk sensor •  Heated washer •  Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 38.5, rear headroom (inches): 37.5, front leg room (inches): 41.5, rear leg room (inches): 34.6, front shoulder room (inches): 55.4 and rear shoulder room (inches): 55.1 •  Low tire pressure indicator •  Remote power locks includes trunk/hatch, includes power windows and speed sensing •  Power steering •  Front and rear power windows with two one-touch •  Front and rear reading lights •  3-point reel rear seat belts on driver side, passenger side and center side •  Rear seat center armrest •  Three fixed bench front facing rear seats with zero adjustments •  Rear view mirror •  Steering wheel mounted remote audio controls •  Remote control remote trunk/hatch release •  Front and rear side curtain airbag •  Vinyl seat upholstery with additional vinyl •  Seating: five seats •  Service interval indicator •  Front side airbag •  Smart card / smart key manual and includes central locking •  Ten speaker(s) •  Leather covered steering wheel with tilt adjustment and telescopic adjustment •  Tachometer •  Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror •  Ventilation system with micro filter, automatic recirculation and active carbon filter

2010 BMW 3-Series 328I Sedan | Paint Colors

2010 BMW 3-Series 328I Sedan | Paint Colors