Patent images of a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG four-door have apparently been found, showing the usual gullwing layout with the addition of conventional-swinging rear doors. The images are allegedly official, however, it doesn’t necessarily mean Mercedes-Benz will be putting it into production. Patents are submitted by various manufacturers all the time […]
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2013 Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG unveiled
The all-new 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG has been revealed along side the new Mercedes-Benz AMG Petronas F1 W03 race car. The normal SL-Class only just debuted at 2012 North American International Auto Show late last year. Featuring the new 5.5-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, the new SL 63 AMG produces […]
Mosler MT900SP lightweight announced for US
Renowned race car maker, Mosler, has announced a new super-lightweight version called the Mosler MT900SP. Just one of these ferociously quick track-ready supercars will be made per year for the US. When you’re only making one example per year, you just know it’s going to be something special. The Mosler […]
G-Power 2012 BMW M5 Stage 1 tuning pack
Renowned BMW tuner, G-Power, has announced its G-Power 2012 BMW M5 Stage 1 tuning program. From a company usually regarded for huge horsepower conversions, this kit is expected to be the tip of an iceberg. G-Power has been working on and developing the 2012 BMW M5 for the past two […]
Video: Ferrari 458 vs 750hp Audi RS 6 vs 600hp Nissan GT-R vs 750hp Corvette ZR1
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 […]
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 […]
Performax International dealer now in Western Australia
Australia’s leading Corvette and Camaro importer and right-hand drive converter, Performax International, has just appointed Performance West as Western Australia’s very first Performax International dealer. Performax’s newest dealer will stock cars from American heavy-hitters such as Chevrolet and Ford, like the 476kW supercharged Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, to the 318kW 6.2-litre […]
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 […]