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2013 Audi RS6 Spied Winter Testing
Posted by: | CommentsThe current C6 RS6 was discontinued in 2010 and there was no hints of a replacement in development.
It is great to see that Audi have not forgot its Bi-Turbo Quattro’s in this latest prototype to sneak its way from Neckarsulm home of the RS models up to the winter wonderland in northern Sweden.
This car is in mule form on first looks, like a current A6 based Avant sporting A8 wheels.
But on closure inspection we notice the aggressive front bumper leading its way back through to the Ceramic Disks front and back, this is no other than an upcoming RS6 Production prototype.
We are expecting the car to be powered by a V8 Bi-Turbo 4.0 liter engine which is currently in use on the New Bentley Continental GT and the current S8.
But this car will be going head to head with the likes of the BMW M5 & the new AMG C63 so expect BHP to be around 580hp mated to a revised Bosch ESP and EBD safety system and the usual Quattro AWD with DRC.
Enjoy the remarkably uncamouflaged mule and keep an eye out for the production prototypes around april this year.
BMW X5 Spied Testing In Northern Sweden
Posted by: | CommentsThe next generation BMW X5 has been spied winter testing in Sweden.
The F15 X5 will be based on a lighter chassis along with sleeker looks and matched with a range of engines with better fuel economy over the current model.
Powering this new range of X5 will be a range of turbocharged engines, including the usual 6 cylider engines and perhaps a turbocharged v8 in the X5M.
This is unlikely to be in production until early 2014 so we expect to see this through the year in different stages of undress.
World Premiere of Continental V8 Range at NAIAS 2012 in Detroit
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Two new Bentley Continental V8 models have been unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit on 9th January 2012.
The V8 range of Bentleys have been unveiled at the 2012 NAIAS in Detroit.
The new 4.0 litre, twin turbocharged V8 Continental GT coupé and GTC convertible achieve exceptional standards for power-to-emissions in the high luxury sports car sector.
This remarkable, new Bentley V8 engine delivers maximum power of 500 bhp (507 PS / 373 Kw) at 6000 rev/min and an extraordinary peak torque of 660 Nm (487 lb ft) which is available across virtually the entire rev range from 1700 to 5000 rev/min, providing exhilarating performance and effortless power delivery in the Bentley tradition. Combined with a new close-ratio 8-speed automatic transmission, this translates into a 0-60 mph sprint time of 4.6 seconds for the GT coupe (0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds) and a top speed of 188 mph (303 km/h).
At the same time, the new V8 Continental models achieve outstanding levels of fuel efficiency and CO2 emissions for the luxury performance sector and are capable of travelling over 500 miles (800 km) on a single tank of fuel.
Which isn’t surprising considering the 90 litre fuel tank.
Mini Roadster – Driving Footage Released
Posted by: | CommentsMINI will unveil the new MINI Roadster, the first open-top two-seater in the MINI model range, at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) 2012 in Detroit tomorrow.
A contemporary take on the compact, open-top sports car concept, the MINI Roadster boasts advanced drive and chassis technology including active spoiler, and a classical, manually operated soft-top roof which can be opened and closed quickly and easily.
See attached video demonstrating the impressive sounding roadster showcasing its ready for another Mini Adventure.
Cadillac ATS Detroit 2012 Revealed
Posted by: | CommentsCadillac have eventually unveiled the latest family member the ATS which is set to battle the 3-Series BMW and Mercedes C-Class.
The exterior is very much like its CTS father with the usual array of led clustered headlights and a cheeky designed integrated boot spoiler.
The agressive front has active vent grills which close at motorway speed to improve vehicle aerodynamics and to lower drag and in turn fuel economy.
The cabin’s infotainment system which offers a wealth of connectivity features including a touch sensitive display along with USB/Bluetooth/SDHC for all your connected devices. To compliment the impressive the digital instrument cluster includes an optional GPS navigation.
Powering the new Caddy will be the usual Sporty GM offerings:-
The turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 270 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque
The 2.5-liter four-cylinder with 200 hp and 188 lb-ft of torque
The 3.6-liter V6 with 318 hp and 267 lb-ft of torque
These will be paired up to a six speed manual or an automatic and for the arctics AWD will be an additional option.
Handling will be taken control by the addition of magnetic dampers and an impressive kerb weight of under 1600kg.
No pricing has been revealed yet…
Audi RS4 Avant – To be Shown Geneva
Posted by: | CommentsAfter numerous reports that there will be no uplift to the B7 RS4 we have got information hinting that the RS4 will be unveiled at the 83rd Geneva Motorshow.
The mysterious email stated that it could be a production concept or even in its final production form.
We spied the car first at the nurburgring wearing heavy camouflage, but from the looks this was a production ready prototype.
The email didnt state any more information apart from clearing up the rumours circling the internet that it has been cancelled.
We dont expect a saloon variant as Audi wants the RS5 to fill this segment.
Let’s see what happens at the Geneva Show in March.
Ferrari 599 Replacement Spyshots
Posted by: | CommentsHere are the first spy shots of the 599 replacement due late in 2012, as you can see the guys from Marinello want to keep this cars details a secret by covering the prancing horse with its camouflage.
The internals will be derived from the FF, the flagship model will ride on an aluminium chassis that has a multi-link rear suspension.
Also rumoured that there will be excessive use of composites on this car to reduce weight from the previous 599.
The power unit will be a 6.3-liter V12 engine that produces 700 hp (522 kW / 710 PS). It will be mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission which will send power to the rear-wheels through an electronically locking rear differential.
This will make it more powerful then both the FF and the 599 GTO but most important, it will be more powerful than the Lamborghini Aventador.
Power will be delivered to the rear wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission with a F1 style electronic differential.
Expect the car to be revealed at the 2012 Geneva Motorshow.
