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Noble hints at possible Roadster version of M600 supercar
Noble hints at possible Roadster version of M600 supercar:
Filed under: Convertible, Performance, UK, MISC
Performance purists should be familiar with the name Lee Noble. The chassis guru has worked his magic on a whole slew of small-batch supercars, including the Ultima GTR, Ascari Ecosse, Salica GT, the Fenix and, of course, those bearing his own name.
At the top of the Noble totem pole sits the M600, a mid-engined supercar powered by a twin-turbo version of Yamaha's 4.4-liter V8 found in the Volvo XC90, but with as much as 650 horsepower on tap. A 3.5-second sprint to 60 and a top speed of 225 mph can be had for roughly £200,000 - or about $320k if it were available here.
Now Noble has released a solitary image of an M600 roadster which it says is purely a concept car for the time being. The British niche automaker will, however, undoubtedly be watching for reactions to the idea of putting it into production. That decision, according to reports, could come down specifically to the Chinese market in which - like most automakers - Noble is eager to make its mark.
Filed under: Convertible, Performance, UK, MISC
Performance purists should be familiar with the name Lee Noble. The chassis guru has worked his magic on a whole slew of small-batch supercars, including the Ultima GTR, Ascari Ecosse, Salica GT, the Fenix and, of course, those bearing his own name.
At the top of the Noble totem pole sits the M600, a mid-engined supercar powered by a twin-turbo version of Yamaha's 4.4-liter V8 found in the Volvo XC90, but with as much as 650 horsepower on tap. A 3.5-second sprint to 60 and a top speed of 225 mph can be had for roughly £200,000 - or about $320k if it were available here.
Now Noble has released a solitary image of an M600 roadster which it says is purely a concept car for the time being. The British niche automaker will, however, undoubtedly be watching for reactions to the idea of putting it into production. That decision, according to reports, could come down specifically to the Chinese market in which - like most automakers - Noble is eager to make its mark.
Noble hints at possible Roadster version of M600 supercar originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 27 Jun 2012 10:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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29 juin 2012
Official: Shelby reveals updated 2013 GT350 with new colors and options
Official: Shelby reveals updated 2013 GT350 with new colors and options:
Filed under: Coupe, Performance, Ford
Carroll Shelby may have passed away last month, but that doesn't mean his company has stopped producing new vehicles. Today, Shelby American announced that it has updated the GT350 for 2013 with new options and an expanded range of color options. Customers can now choose from any of the Ford factory hues, meaning that everything from Gotta Have It Green to Candy Red can be applied to the GT350's exterior. The new colors can also be paired with new stripe colors - black, white or metallic blue - as well as black or silver wheels. Also new for 2013 are options for a glass roof and Recaro seats, and an updated rear valence.
What hasn't changed are the GT350's performance credentials. A 430-horsepower version of the 5.0-liter V8 comes standard, although we're guessing many customers will opt for the supercharger system with an output of either 525 or 624 horsepower.
Shelby says that it will produce just 350 GT350s for 2013 with the post-title package (not including the base car) starting at $26,995 or $33,995 with the supercharger system. You can read the official press from Shelby below.
Continue reading Shelby reveals updated 2013 GT350 with new colors and options
Filed under: Coupe, Performance, Ford
Carroll Shelby may have passed away last month, but that doesn't mean his company has stopped producing new vehicles. Today, Shelby American announced that it has updated the GT350 for 2013 with new options and an expanded range of color options. Customers can now choose from any of the Ford factory hues, meaning that everything from Gotta Have It Green to Candy Red can be applied to the GT350's exterior. The new colors can also be paired with new stripe colors - black, white or metallic blue - as well as black or silver wheels. Also new for 2013 are options for a glass roof and Recaro seats, and an updated rear valence.
What hasn't changed are the GT350's performance credentials. A 430-horsepower version of the 5.0-liter V8 comes standard, although we're guessing many customers will opt for the supercharger system with an output of either 525 or 624 horsepower.
Shelby says that it will produce just 350 GT350s for 2013 with the post-title package (not including the base car) starting at $26,995 or $33,995 with the supercharger system. You can read the official press from Shelby below.
Continue reading Shelby reveals updated 2013 GT350 with new colors and options
Shelby reveals updated 2013 GT350 with new colors and options originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 28 Jun 2012 15:44:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Official: Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake gets official
Official: Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake gets official:
Filed under: Performance, Wagon, Hatchback, Mercedes-Benz, Diesel, Luxury
We've been anxiously waiting for the wraps to officially come off the 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake, and by golly, the wait is finally over. Our excitement, though, is tempered by Mercedes-Benz Manager of Product & Technology Public Relations Christian Bokich, who tells us, "Currently, there are no plans to bring the CLS Shooting Brake to the United States." To which we reply, "Boo!"
While we may take a bit of issue with Mercedes-Benz's assertion that "The proportions of the CLS Shooting Brake are surprising but clearly those of a coupé... but with five doors and a roof which continues through to the rear," we're still pretty keen on the exterior look. "In essence it represents an unprecedented version of a sports car with five seats and a large tailgate," adds M-B, and that much we can mostly agree with.
In reality, this is a low-slung station wagon, similar in execution to the Cadillac CTS Wagon, and it looks great. Based on our observations about the CLSfour-door coupe sedan that the Shooting Brake is based on, we expect it to be a great car to drive, as well. Europeans will get two gasoline engines - a 3.5-liter V6 making 306 horsepower in the CLS350 and a 408-hp twin-turbo 4.6-liter V8 in the CLS500 - as well as two diesels - a 2.1-liter four cylinder in the CLS250 CDI and a 3.0-liter V6 in the CLS350 CDI.
All but the four-cylinder are available with either rear- or 4Matic all-wheel drive, the smallest engine making use of the rear wheels only. Acceleration comes in at 7.8 seconds to 62 miles per hour for the CLS250 CDI, 6.7 seconds for the CLS350 and 5.3 for the CLS500. Top speed is limited to 155 mph.
Emphasizing the increased utility over its four-door sibling, Mercedes has fitted the CLS Shooting Brake with optional aluminum loading rails and a wooden load compartment floor. Up to 1,550 liters (54.7 cubic feet) are available behind the standard power liftgate, and an automatically adjustable air suspension ensures proper ride and handling even with a load in place. There's even an optional towing kit.
We suggest you peruse the press release below for all the details, as well as a handy explanation of how the Shooting Brake got its name.
Continue reading Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake gets official
Filed under: Performance, Wagon, Hatchback, Mercedes-Benz, Diesel, Luxury
We've been anxiously waiting for the wraps to officially come off the 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake, and by golly, the wait is finally over. Our excitement, though, is tempered by Mercedes-Benz Manager of Product & Technology Public Relations Christian Bokich, who tells us, "Currently, there are no plans to bring the CLS Shooting Brake to the United States." To which we reply, "Boo!"
While we may take a bit of issue with Mercedes-Benz's assertion that "The proportions of the CLS Shooting Brake are surprising but clearly those of a coupé... but with five doors and a roof which continues through to the rear," we're still pretty keen on the exterior look. "In essence it represents an unprecedented version of a sports car with five seats and a large tailgate," adds M-B, and that much we can mostly agree with.
In reality, this is a low-slung station wagon, similar in execution to the Cadillac CTS Wagon, and it looks great. Based on our observations about the CLS
All but the four-cylinder are available with either rear- or 4Matic all-wheel drive, the smallest engine making use of the rear wheels only. Acceleration comes in at 7.8 seconds to 62 miles per hour for the CLS250 CDI, 6.7 seconds for the CLS350 and 5.3 for the CLS500. Top speed is limited to 155 mph.
Emphasizing the increased utility over its four-door sibling, Mercedes has fitted the CLS Shooting Brake with optional aluminum loading rails and a wooden load compartment floor. Up to 1,550 liters (54.7 cubic feet) are available behind the standard power liftgate, and an automatically adjustable air suspension ensures proper ride and handling even with a load in place. There's even an optional towing kit.
We suggest you peruse the press release below for all the details, as well as a handy explanation of how the Shooting Brake got its name.
Continue reading Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake gets official
Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake gets official originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 29 Jun 2012 15:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Official: Porsche announces Powerkit upgrade for 911 Carrera S
Official: Porsche announces Powerkit upgrade for 911 Carrera S:
Filed under: Convertible, Coupe, Performance, Porsche
It's been less than a year since Porsche released its latest iteration of the iconic 911 range, and along with it the more powerful Carrera S model. And already the German automaker is offering an upgrade.
Released by the Porsche Exclusive department, the Powerkit ups the output from the 3.8-liter flat six from 400 horsepower to 430. As a result, the 911 Carrera S coupe equipped with the PDK dual-clutch transmission and the Powerkit is quoted at four seconds flat to 100 km/h (62 mph), with a top speed raised by four kilometers to 306 km/h (190 mph) or 308 km/h (191 mph) with the manual. It appears to be the same package that was fitted earlier to the exclusive 911 Club Coupe.
While output and performance has been heightened, Porsche quotes no changes to the car's fuel consumption figures. The changes are carried out by a remapped ECU, new cylinder heads and camshafts, a variable intake system, an additional radiator and a low-backpressure exhaust. The Sport Chrono dynamic engine mounts are also part of the package, and there's a host of aerodynamic enhancements - including a ducktail spoiler - on offer as well.
Scroll down for the full press release and scope out the retrofitted Carrera S in the high-res image gallery above for a closer look.
Continue reading Porsche announces Powerkit upgrade for 911 Carrera S
Filed under: Convertible, Coupe, Performance, Porsche
It's been less than a year since Porsche released its latest iteration of the iconic 911 range, and along with it the more powerful Carrera S model. And already the German automaker is offering an upgrade.
Released by the Porsche Exclusive department, the Powerkit ups the output from the 3.8-liter flat six from 400 horsepower to 430. As a result, the 911 Carrera S coupe equipped with the PDK dual-clutch transmission and the Powerkit is quoted at four seconds flat to 100 km/h (62 mph), with a top speed raised by four kilometers to 306 km/h (190 mph) or 308 km/h (191 mph) with the manual. It appears to be the same package that was fitted earlier to the exclusive 911 Club Coupe.
While output and performance has been heightened, Porsche quotes no changes to the car's fuel consumption figures. The changes are carried out by a remapped ECU, new cylinder heads and camshafts, a variable intake system, an additional radiator and a low-backpressure exhaust. The Sport Chrono dynamic engine mounts are also part of the package, and there's a host of aerodynamic enhancements - including a ducktail spoiler - on offer as well.
Scroll down for the full press release and scope out the retrofitted Carrera S in the high-res image gallery above for a closer look.
Continue reading Porsche announces Powerkit upgrade for 911 Carrera S
Porsche announces Powerkit upgrade for 911 Carrera S originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 21 Jun 2012 09:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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20 juin 2012
Découverte bivouac été 2012 - Le guide de Kanchanaburi
Découverte bivouac été 2012 - Le guide de Kanchanaburi:
Pour cet été 2012, Safarine propose un circuit découverte en bivouac à un tarif particulièrement attractif. Cette offre répondra aux désirs des amoureux de la nature qui ne dispose que de peu de temps pour découvrir la belle province de Kanchanaburi...
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Pour cet été 2012, Safarine propose un circuit découverte en bivouac à un tarif particulièrement attractif. Cette offre répondra aux désirs des amoureux de la nature qui ne dispose que de peu de temps pour découvrir la belle province de Kanchanaburi...
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19 juin 2012
Aston Martin Vanquish 2013 : Pas mal !
Aston Martin Vanquish 2013 : Pas mal !:
Après les premières images de la nouvelle Skoda, voici celles de la nouvelle Aston Martin, la Vanquish (issues du catalogue officiel et étrangement tout de suite sur le net !) . Si l’ensemble vous est déjà connu depuis quelques semaines (Villa d’Este en mai dernier avec l’AM Project 310 Concept) nous l’avons aperçu au naturel la semaine passée dans les rue de Padoue en Italie lors d’un shooting photo ou du tournage d’un film pour la promo de cette nouvelle grande et puissante anglaise.
L’allure ne surprend pas puisqu’elle est conforme à ce que nous avons vu sur les bords du lac de Côme et même si cette livrée sied mieux l’auto, elle garde son allure un peu surchargée pour ne pas dire tuning que l’oin avait déjà un peu critiqué lors de sa présentation en Italie. Le pare choc spoiler se fait plus agressif mais aussi plus torturé dans son dessin, l’ aileron se veut plus aérien et visible et les parements en fibre de carbone, s’ils donnent une allure sportive, jeune et technologiques ne sont pas des plus raffinés notamment au niveau de la jupe arrière. Globalement, l’ensemble est toujours séduisant mais on s’attendait à bien mieux et plus « fin » comme le sont les très réussies Vantage et Virage.
Dans l’habitacle, on ne se trompe pas et on est bien dans une Aston mais la nouvelle est longue console centrale se fait plus inclinée et mieux intégrée notamment au niveau de la planche de bord.
Mécaniquement on retrouve le V12 6.0 L dans une nouvelle évolution qui profite des dernières avancées techniques des Virage, Vantage ou même DBS. Ainsi dans cette version, le V12 revendique une puissance de 570 ch (+53 ch) et un couple de 632 Nm (+32 Nm) mais étrangement les performances n’évoluent pas sauf pour l’exercice du 0 à 100 km/h qui serait abattu en 4.2 secondes au lieu de 4.3 secondes précédemment. A confirmer avec le communiqué de presse officiel qui ne devrait pas tarder. La voiture devrait faire sa première apparition publique à Goodwood avant d’arriver sur notre sol au moment du Mondial de l’automobile. A revoir plus en détails dans les prochaines heures ou prochains jours.
Via Aston Martin, WS.
Source : Blog Automobile Billet : Aston Martin Vanquish 2013 : Pas mal !
Après les premières images de la nouvelle Skoda, voici celles de la nouvelle Aston Martin, la Vanquish (issues du catalogue officiel et étrangement tout de suite sur le net !) . Si l’ensemble vous est déjà connu depuis quelques semaines (Villa d’Este en mai dernier avec l’AM Project 310 Concept) nous l’avons aperçu au naturel la semaine passée dans les rue de Padoue en Italie lors d’un shooting photo ou du tournage d’un film pour la promo de cette nouvelle grande et puissante anglaise.
L’allure ne surprend pas puisqu’elle est conforme à ce que nous avons vu sur les bords du lac de Côme et même si cette livrée sied mieux l’auto, elle garde son allure un peu surchargée pour ne pas dire tuning que l’oin avait déjà un peu critiqué lors de sa présentation en Italie. Le pare choc spoiler se fait plus agressif mais aussi plus torturé dans son dessin, l’ aileron se veut plus aérien et visible et les parements en fibre de carbone, s’ils donnent une allure sportive, jeune et technologiques ne sont pas des plus raffinés notamment au niveau de la jupe arrière. Globalement, l’ensemble est toujours séduisant mais on s’attendait à bien mieux et plus « fin » comme le sont les très réussies Vantage et Virage.
Dans l’habitacle, on ne se trompe pas et on est bien dans une Aston mais la nouvelle est longue console centrale se fait plus inclinée et mieux intégrée notamment au niveau de la planche de bord.
Mécaniquement on retrouve le V12 6.0 L dans une nouvelle évolution qui profite des dernières avancées techniques des Virage, Vantage ou même DBS. Ainsi dans cette version, le V12 revendique une puissance de 570 ch (+53 ch) et un couple de 632 Nm (+32 Nm) mais étrangement les performances n’évoluent pas sauf pour l’exercice du 0 à 100 km/h qui serait abattu en 4.2 secondes au lieu de 4.3 secondes précédemment. A confirmer avec le communiqué de presse officiel qui ne devrait pas tarder. La voiture devrait faire sa première apparition publique à Goodwood avant d’arriver sur notre sol au moment du Mondial de l’automobile. A revoir plus en détails dans les prochaines heures ou prochains jours.
Via Aston Martin, WS.
Source : Blog Automobile Billet : Aston Martin Vanquish 2013 : Pas mal !
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