You might remember the competition Volvo set up in the UK earlier this month, which involved a ‘treasure hunt’ to find the final C30 ever produced. The company has just announced the car has be ‘found’, with a couple using clues to track down its Clacton-on-Sea location. To claim the […]
Month: June 2013
Novitec Tridente Maserati GranCabrio MC with supercharger kit
Novitec Tridente, renowned Italian vehicle tuner, has announced a powerful new upgrade package for the Maserati GranCabrio MC. The kit enhances the already-exotic styling, as well as engine performance and handling. Under the bonnet, the naturally aspirated 4.7-litre V8 engine is fitted with a supercharger unit running 0.4 bar of […]
Aston Martin Vanquish Volante unveiled
The 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish Volante has been unveiled, showcasing the sexy and elegant body from the recently launched Vanquish, with an open-top roof. The new model is actually the first drop-top Vanquish made. Featuring the same 5.9-litre V12 engine as seen in the Vanquish, the Volante produces 421kW of […]
‘Coupetorino 2013’ envisaged as Mercedes SL shooting brake
Students from Studio Torino in Italy have come up with a rather striking design study called the Coupetorino 2013. The study was overseen by the Mercedes-Benz Global Advanced Design chief. Based on the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class, the students envisaged a kind of shooting brake version. The shooting brake style seems to […]
Volvo S60 Polestar successor possible, evolved performance
Even though the limited edition Volvo S60 Polestar has literally only just gone on sale, the company is getting prepared and may already have its sights on a potential successor. The next model would be an evolution of the current version, building on the technology and performance it currently offers. […]
Mitsubishi Outlander and Evo X Pikes Peak safety cars revealed
To assist with safety during the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, Mitsubishi has provided two specially prepared and slightly modified safety vehicles for the event, including a Lancer Evolution X and a Outlander SUV. The Pikes Peak ‘Race to the Clouds’ is a major event on the international motorsport calendar, […]
Nismo Nissan GT-R (R35) to produce over 425kW – report
Nissan announced a new Nismo facility earlier this year, which will see the development and introduction of a high performance Nismo Nissan GT-R R35. There’s now word suggesting the car will produce over 425kW. As previously reported, Nissan executive vice president Andy Palmer has revealed the new model will provide […]
Video: Porsche 918 Spyder undergoing hot weather testing
Development work on the new Porsche 918 Spyder is continuing, with Porsche now conducting extreme hot weather testing in Nevada, USA. A video has been released showing some shots of the new flagship hypercar while undergoing testing, which includes high speed runs under the extreme conditions to ensure the petrol […]