Ford Focus RS500 debuts in Europe
Powered by a 2.5L 5-cylinder that gives 345 hp and 339 lb-ft of torque, the RS500 offers an appreciable boost over the standard 305 hp Focus RS. We’re assuming that like the ‘base’ RS that all that power gets funneled through the front wheels, which, even with Ford’s trick RevoKnuckle front suspension and Quaife limited-slip differential, figures to be something of a handful. An entertaining handful, we’re sure, but a handful nevertheless. Ford says the car hits 62 mph in 5.6 seconds and manages 165 mph. Continue reading »
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon debut in NY
Cadillac today unveiled the CTS-V Sport Wagon show car, foreshadowing the next addition to its V-Series performance line. It combines the performance and luxury of the landmark CTS-V Sport Sedan with the dramatic design of the CTS Sport Wagon. Continue reading »
2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class gets facelift
The Mercedes-Benz R-Class, the slow-selling people carrier, has received a frontal facelift for the 2011 model year, in line with other models from Mercedes-Benz. Continue reading »
2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 race version
Coinciding with the market launch of the SLS AMG on 27 March 2010, Mercedes-AMG is presenting a GT3 variant. This racing version of the gullwing model stands out with its spectacular design and thoroughbred motor sports technology. Developed to comply with the GT3 specifications of the FIA (Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile), the SLS AMG GT3 is designed as a racing sports car for customers competing in sprints and long-distance races. Continue reading »
2011 Subaru Impreza WRX sedan gets widebody
Subaru of America today introduced the new 2011 Impreza WRX models, which for the first time use a wide-body design like that of the brand’s iconic WRX STI performance flagship model. The wider body designs give the 2011 WRX an aggressive road presence and also allow wider track dimensions. Continue reading »
2011 Jaguar XKR is fastest current Jag
Jaguar recently unveiled the latest dramatic evolution of its supercharged 2011 XKR coupe at the Geneva Motor Show. This XKR delivers a significantly increased maximum speed – up to 175 mph from 155 mph – and bold styling changes that create an evocative and unique supercharged Jaguar. Continue reading »
McLaren MP4-12C performance specs revealed
The latest plans for McLaren Automotive’s global launch of a range of high-performance sports cars were announced on March 18, including performance data from recent testing programs, details of the car’s innovative construction, and new technologies inspired by Formula 1. Continue reading »
Alonso wins for Ferrari in 2010 Bahrain F1 GP
Fernando Alonso drove a good race, as he sped to victory on his debut for Ferrari in Sunday’s Bahrain F1 Grand Prix. Alonso chased Sebastian Vettel’s fleet Red Bull fruitlessly in the early stages, when both were running the super-soft Bridgestone tires, but had an advantage after they had respectively switched to the harder compound on Laps 17 and 16. Continue reading »
2012 Chevrolet Malibu design leaked
A General Motors filing with the United States Patent and Trademark Office shows what is obviously an unidentified Chevrolet four-door sedan. It is indeed the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. Continue reading »
2011 BMW 5-Series Touring wagon debuts
The new 2011 BMW 5-Series Touring represents the continuation of the successful concept of maximum versatility, driving pleasure and aesthetics in a premium vehicle of the upper mid-range segment. The 4t- generation of the BMW 5 Series Touring demonstrates its versatile qualities more convincingly than ever before. Continue reading »