Taking a cue from Ford’s desperate “special-edition” Mustang models, the General has just revealed yet another variant of the Corvette. This time, it is the “limited-edition” Z06 Carbon. More than just a sticker package, the Carbon is a Z06 that benefits from some of the tech that debuted in the exotic Corvette ZR1.
Recession and petrol prices be damned, people have been scrambling to place orders for the 2010 Nissan Patrol. In the midst of the frenzy are some of our readers who’ve also been trying to book a Patrol for themselves. They also report price-gouging and promises of a V6 version.
To keep things fresh ,Toyota has unveiled a facelifted version of their RAV-4 crossover 4×4 at the 2010 Geneva Auto Show.
The Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG has been modified both inside and outside by tuner company MANSORY. The G55 AMG, popular among in this region, has gone for a complete carbon-fibre makeover. Only seven will be available. It is called the MANSORY G-Couture.
The Porsche 918 Spyder is not only going to be super fast, but also super fuel-efficient as it will be a hybrid. Already electric versions of the 911 GT3 R Hybrid and the 2011 Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid being released, the 918 Spyder will also follow Porsche’s new trend of building fast cars while keeping emission levels low.
Hennessey Performance has built a new performance package for the 2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor. Calling it the Hennessey VelociRaptor 500, power has been beefed up significantly creating one quick off-road beast.
Discovery Exhibition Organizers announced the launch of AutomodEx 2010 during a press conference today. The event will be held at the Dubai Autodrome from March 9 to 12, 2010 and aims to become UAE’s flagship high performance tuning exhibition. It combines “the elements of an exotic car and bike show, a radio controlled race tournament and the unveiling of the latest editions of some the world’s finest cars.”
The CLR X 650 M is LUMMA Design’s latest creation. Sporting an upgraded engine and some aggressive styling, this modified beamer looks simply awesome.
Audi has just revealed the 2011 Audi RS5 model. The coupe, based on the Audi A5, packs a powerful V8 4.2-litre engine with an all-wheel drive system.
The 2011 Lexus CT 200H, was made keeping the European market in mind, hence the five-door hatchback design. This is a hybrid model and is going to compete in the premium compact segment. Lexus wants to target younger customers for this model.