Gemballa Mirage GT Matte Edition
August 11, 2009 by admin
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The sleek, stealth Gemballa Mirage GT Matte Edition is not just for looks, as it’s powered by a 5.7L V10 engine that puts out 670hp, rocketing the vehicle from 0-60mph in just 3.7-seconds.
And now, there’s a third version that’s just slightly different on the outside, but it’s the one we’d buy if we had a spare Porsche Carrera GT, 300k, and an economy that didn’t put the kibosh on conspicuous consumption.
KTM X-Bow Tackles the Snow
July 1, 2009 by admin
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At $130000 and 1700-pounds, the KTM X-Bow is not only a track ready vehicle, but it can also tackle the snow. Think of it as an all-season, street legal go kart.
The biggest problem proved to be the lack of a windscreen. Not only was the full-face helmet necessary for warmth, but for keeping the constant spray of road-salt and slush thrown up by the snow plow-like front splitter out of the driver’s eyes.
Porsche 911 GT3
January 30, 2009 by admin
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Like its predecessors, the 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 is known for its track abilities, and this new video shows just that. If you’re looking for a street legal beast that tops the GT3.
Also, the use of magnetorheological engine mounts will allow the little track rat to seem civil enough to drive your wife around town without her incessant complaining.
2009 Subaru WRX vs 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart
December 31, 2008 by admin
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According to Inside Line, the “2009 WRX lacks fancy differentials and a twin-clutch gearbox, but it’s quicker, lighter and cheaper than the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart.”
Still, had our instrumented tests with the Lancer Ralliart on RE050As counted, the Subie’s lead would narrow to 1.8 points.
2009 Porsche Carrera 911 S Cabriolet Track Test
December 23, 2008 by admin
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The 2009 Porsche Carrera 911 S Cabriolet boasts a PDK transmission, which has the “ability to snap off shifts 60 percent faster than the Tiptronic and faster, in fact, than any human using a manual transmission, and those who relish pure performance will love this.”
With $22,175 in options, this 2009 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet proves that Porsche makes much of its revenue from customers who like to check boxes on the order form. Including destination, this car rang up a price tag of $119,925.
Leaked 2009 BMW Z4
December 15, 2008 by admin
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Upgrades to the 2009 BMW Z4 include: a retractable hardtop and an exterior that “seems to pick up cues from the GINA Light Visionary concept in the front on a body which has gone from flame surfaced to flame broiled.”
The other little detail hidden within is the bottom scan which says “The new BMW Z4, arrives 9 May 2009.”
The Peugeot Touch Boasts Touch Sensitive Doors
November 27, 2008 by admin
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Unlike other vehicles, the Peugeot Touch “has a light weight body that in some areas, like the doors, are placed touch-sensitive sensors and finger recognition — these sensors ensure that only the owner can use the car.”
The lights compose symbols made out of LEDs, in this way the car has its own identity at night. This associates the car with its parent company, identifying it uniquely as the Peugeot Touch.
2009 Nissan 370Z Road Test
November 27, 2008 by admin
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Edmunds reports that you “can feel the difference in the new Z-car as soon as you roll out of the driveway and into the street.”
There’s so much tire grip that the engine almost bogs at the starting line, yet 60 mph comes up in just 5.1 seconds (4.9 seconds with 1 foot of rollout like on a drag strip) — quarter-mile comes up in 13.4 seconds at 104.8 mph.
Top Gear: Toyota iReal Concept
November 26, 2008 by admin
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Top Gear’s Richard Hammond visits Japan to get a hands-on demonstration of the Toyota iReal concept, which is a futuristic wheelchair of sorts.
The “walk” mode brings the driver to a higher position, minimizing the space the vehicle takes up and making movement through pedestrian traffic easier. The high-speed “cruise” mode lowers the vehicle’s center of gravity, allowing for better handling.
LIFT Car is Hangable
November 25, 2008 by admin
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Unlike other vehicles, the “LIFT car concept can adjust itself in the aerial parking without demanding any extra space.” No word yet on pricing or availability. Click here for first picture in gallery.
Once you are done with your work, you can just drop it down and simply drive home. There is only one street smart solution to the soaring traffic problems and that is LIFT car concept.
[via Tuvie]

