What do you think is quickest? The Ferrari 458 is stock and is able to crack the quarter mile in 11.0 seconds and has a top speed of 325km/h. But is it enough to ward off some high performance tuned models. In the mix is a tuned Audi RS 6 […]
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Wheelsandmore McLaren MP4-12C Toxique Evil kit with 666hp
When tuners get hold of a supercar, you just know it’s going to be epic. The new Wheelsandmore McLaren MP4-12C Toxique Evil kit is no different, featuring styling upgrades and power boosted to 666hp (metric 496kW). The German tuning company is known for its work on Ferraris and Lamborghinis, and now […]
New Ford Focus RS to get at least 320hp (238kW) – report
As previously thought Ford is working on a new Ford Focus RS, ready to supersede the hot hatch of 2010. The new model is set to come with at least 320hp (238kW), and in five-door form only. The new model is set to feature a new 2.3-litre four-cylinder turbocharged engine, […]
Video: 2012 BMW M5 Australian launch video
BMW Australia has released a nice little video showcase of the 2012 BMW M5 local launch at Phillip Island. As you’ll see, there’s plenty of sideways malarkey and fun for all to be had with the new M5. Just to refresh your memory, it comes with a 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 […]
2012 BMW 328i puts down 169kW at the wheels
BMW Australia has launched the all-new 2012 BMW 3 Series. This includes the new 328i which has just put down 169kW at the wheels in a recent independent dyno test. In Australia, the model range consists of the 318d, 320i, 320d, 328i, and the 335i. All variants are turbocharged using […]
Lumma Design BMW CLR 600 GT with 360kW
Not that the elegant new 6 Series convertible needs tuning, welcome to the Lumma Design BMW CLR 600 GT. It’s based on the latest 650i, featuring a boosted engine and restyled interior and exterior. In standard form the 2012 BMW 650i comes with a 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 producing 300kW of […]
Vivid Racing VR825 Porsche 911 Turbo with 615kW
Vivid Racing has completed its 997 VR825 Porsche 911 Turbo project car. It features an aggressive Vorsteiner bodykit and mechanical revisions taking power to a colossal 825hp (615kw). Vivid Racing has been building the Porsche for some time, slowly documenting various build aspects as it goes. It has since cracked […]
Hyundai Veloster Turbo Australian reveal, convertible “never say never”
While we were attending the 2012 Hyundai Veloster launch at the Gold Coast, Hyundai gave us a special treat and unveiled a near production-ready version of the Hyundai Veloster Turbo. This is the first time the car has been shown in Australia. As you can see, the Hyundai Veloster Turbo […]