2013 McLaren P1 at Bahrain

Photographs of the 2013 McLaren P1 have been released following the supercar’s debut in Bahrain in January 2013.

The P1 was designed with the main intention of simply being the best car to date on the road and track. This McLaren provides customized design for anyone who gets it. You get incomparable aerodynamics and incredible performance.
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Specifications

General Info
Vehicle Type: Super Sport Coupe Est. Market Price: £ 866,000
Performance
Engine: V8 Twin Turbo Displacement: 3.8 Liter
Horsepower: 903 HP Torque: 722 lb-ft
0-60 mph: 3.0 seconds Top Speed: 217.5 mph (350 km/h)*

* Electronically Limited

Engine

The McLaren P1 features a combination of 3.8L twin-turbo V8 powertrain with a highly efficient, low weight motor. The V8 generates 727 horsepower and 531 lbs-ft of torque, while the motor gives you an additional 176 hp and 191 lbs-ft of torque. That means it produces a total of 903 hp and 722 lbs-ft of torque.

In addition, the P1 comes with 2 remarkable systems: Drag Reduction System (DRS) and Instant Power Assist System (IPAS). These two systems are easily activated by just a press of a button that is located on the steering wheel. While the DRS allows escalating speed by minimizing the amount of drag on the rear-wing; the IPAS transfer’s power in an instant for enhanced performance acceleration.
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Exterior

Just by looking at the photos of the 2013 McLaren P1 at Bahrain you will notice that it is a handsome and intimidating car. The P1 features a carbon-fiber Monocell similar to the one on the McLaren MP4-12C.

Other key features include: hydraulic anti-roll control, rear and front spoilers, adaptive dampers and re-tuned pushrod suspension. At the rear, you will notice the wing that adjusts automatically to optimize aerodynamics and boost down-force.
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Interior

The interior of this car was specially crafted to provide the best driving experience. Its cockpit combines a deeper windscreen and a glass canopy overhead, offering the optimized visibility. Carbon fiber is featured in most parts of the inside including the floor, rockers, doors, headlining and dashboard.

The racing bucket seats are offered in ultra-thin carbon-fiber shells that have been mounted on lightweight runners and brackets. Each seat combines with a 6-point race harnesses, providing the passengers with the best in safety. Optional features include: satellite navigation, bespoke sound and full climate control.

You can expect the McLaren P1 to immediately compete for the title of the fastest car in the world, once the automaker releases it sometime in 2014. For this reason, rivals like Pagani Huayra, Koenigsegg Agera R and Bugatti Veyron will have to revisit their work as they see the P1 on their rear-view mirror closing in, or get left watching it disappear ahead of them.
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March 20, 2013 at 3:29 am | No comment

2013 G-Power BMW M3 RS

The 2013 G-Power-BMW-M3-RS has been created with the intention of making the car more powerful and lighter. To achieve this, G-Power decided to give the M3 a full carbon-fiber treatment.

This did not only make the M3 RS lighter and powerful, but also increased its aerodynamic performance. G-power will also be offering the M3 in a choice of multiple drive-train modifications from one that generates 520 horsepower up to an engine that produces 720 hp.
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Specifications

General Info
Vehicle Type: Super Sport Coupe Est. Market Price: NA
Fuel Tank Capacity: 16.6 gallons (63L) MPG: 9 city / 16 hwy
Dimensions**
Length: 181.7 in. (461.5 cm) Wheelbase: 108.7 in. (276.1 cm)
Height: 56.0 in. (142.4 cm) Width: 77.8 in. (197.6 cm)
Curb Weight: 3704 lbs (1680 kg) Maximum Seating: 2+2
Performance
Engine: 4.0 Liter V8 Horsepower: 720 HP
Torque: NA Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

**Stock dimensions

Engine

You will be given your choice of engine options to choose from. The first option is an SK-I Sporty Drive TU that produces 520 horsepower. The second system is the SK II Sporty Drive TU that generates a respectable 580 horsepower.

The third is an SK II CS Sporty Drive TU that belts out 610 horsepower. If you still find all the three options still timid for you, then you can go for the most powerful one: the SK III Sporty-Drive-supercharger that makes a staggering 750 horsepower.

The SK II comes with an ASA-T1-723 supercharger to match with a displacement enhancement of 4.6 liters from 4.0 L. This accounts for the 300 power spike from the 420 hp output of the standard model.
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Exterior

G-Power also made sure that the exterior will compliment the overall performance of the car. They added a new bonnet, rear wing, a boot and front spoiler all made from carbon-fiber. In particular, the new front spoiler makes more down-force on the front-axle, while the boot lid improves the down-force on the rear-axle.

The new bonnet which G-power calls Venturi bonnet, removes heat from the drive-train compartment as fast and efficiently as possible.
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Interior

The 2013 G-Power M3 RS’s interior doesn’t seem to have any new additional features or upgrades. In fact G-Power did not give any details on the interior when they glowingly talked about the performance and aero enhancements of the G Power M3.

There is no doubt that the 2013 G-Power-BMW-M3-RS will get anyone’s attention. Surely, if this car blazes past you, you just may get a glimpse of it. It’s just a powerful car with great aero upgrades that will attract the attention of many fans and enthusiasts.

March 19, 2013 at 3:23 am | No comment

2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG

Mercedes-Benz has unleashed a super modern and stylish version of the CLS Shooting Brake.

The 2013 CLS 63 AMG is the high powered version of its predecessor.

Although not offered for sale in the United States, this vehicle does not disappoint in the looks department and is certain to attract the attention from people the world over. Keep an eye out for it.
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Specifications

General Info
Vehicle Type: Super Sport Sedan Est. Market Price: NA
Fuel Tank Capacity: 21.1 gals (80L) MPG: NA
Dimensions
Length: 196.7 in. (499.6 cm) Wheelbase: 113.2 in. (287.5 cm)
Height: 55.4 in. (140.7 cm) Width: 74.1 in. (188.2 cm)
Curb Weight: 4277 lbs (1940 kg) Ground Clearance: NA
Luggage Capacity: 15.3 cu ft Maximum Seating: 5
Performance
Engine: V8 Twin Turbo Displacement: 5.5 Liter
Horsepower: 585 HP Max RPM: NA
Torque: 590 lb-ft Transmission: 7-Speed AMG Speedshift

Engine & Performance

In addition to the extra room and comfort the CLS 63 AMG provides, it has an extremely powerful twin-turbocharged 5.5 liter V-8 engine. With 525 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of twisting force, Mercedes-Benz has amped up their newest AMG installment.

If that isn’t enough power, a special edition of this AMG is also available that boasts of an additional 22 horsepower. The handling has likewise been modified and improved. AMG Ride Control has been installed. Drivers are given the option of three different modes: Comfort, Sport or Sports Plus are your choices for even greater flexibility and ease.
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Features

The Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG is fully equipped with a lot of practical features as well as other special extras. The vehicle has a longer wheelbase which creates more legroom for passengers in the backseat. This extra space is nearly 55 cubic square feet, making the ride comfortable enough room for a large family, or full-sized adults.
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Interior

The CLS 63 AMG is not complete without the luxury design that Mercedes-Benz is known for. Nappa Leather Trim, velour floor mats, IWC designed clock and LED headlamps are just a few of the many luxury touches that come standard. Couple that with the sleek design and state of the art interior design by Designo, for a vehicle that is in a class of its own.

The 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG is a five door vehicle that offers drivers comfort, power and confidence. From the extra cargo room to the performance packed V-8 engine, this AMG is not your traditional wagon.
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March 17, 2013 at 9:51 pm | 1 comment

2013 Dodge-Challenger R/T Redline

The 2013 Dodge-Challenger R/T Redline picks up from where the 305 hp V-6 Rallye Redline left off in 2012. The Redline comes with a V8 engine and has been built with two trim levels: R/T and R/T Plus.

This car heats up Dodge’s celebrated muscle-car series with sexy exterior accents, performance suspension and HEMI power train.
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Specifications

General Info
Vehicle Type: Super Sport Coupe Est. Market Price: $31,090.00
Fuel Tank Capacity: 19.1 gals (72L) MPG: 16 city / 25 hwy
Dimensions
Length: 197.7 in. (502.1 cm) Wheelbase: 116 in. (294.6 cm)
Height: 57.1 in. (145 cm) Width: 75.7 in. (192.3 cm)
Curb Weight: 4082 lbs (1852 kg) Ground Clearance: 5.0 in. (12.7 cm)
Luggage Capacity: NA Maximum Seating: 5
Performance
Engine: HEMI® V8 Displacement: 5.7 Liter
Horsepower: 375 HP Max RPM: 5150 rpm
Torque: 410 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

Engine

The 2013 Redline comes with a V8 drive train that generates a total of 375 horsepower and 410 lbs-ft of torque. This engine is connected to a standard Tremec TR6060 6-speed manual gearbox.

This combination on the Challenger delivers a fuel economy estimated at 15 mpg in the city and 23 mpg on highways. An optional 5-speed automatic gearbox is also available, but in this model, the powertrain produces 372 horsepower and 400 lbs-ft of torque. The automatic transmission delivers a fuel economy estimate of 16/25 mpg city/hwy.

Exterior

The 2013 R/T Redline is available in 4 exterior coats: Granite Crystal, Pitch black, Billet silver and Bright white. Each of these colors combine with the same 2-color Redline and Graphite stripe that runs from behind the front wheel curves to the rear section of the car.

The car is fitted with a standard 20-inch Black Chrome wheels that combine with a Redline Red inner backbone and lip. These wheels are wrapped with Goodyear Eagle F1 3-season tires, offered in Super Track Package that adds a lowered ride height and a high-performance brake linings.
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Interior

Both trims feature a Dark Slate-Gray interior. The R/T trim’s seats are covered with Dark Slate-Gray while the Plus trim comes with Radar Red Nappa-leather. Other standard features on the inside of the R/T model include: performance-tuned-steering calibration, mini-carbon bezel instrument panel, Uconnect voice command, SiriusXM Satellite radio. Standard interior features on R/T Plus include: 6 Boston-Acoustics premium speakers, EVIC (Electronic vehicle information centre), location specific compass and tire monitoring and power heated mirrors.

Despite all these loveable features, the 2013 Dodge-Challenger-R/T Redline will have to compete with rivals like: the Ford Mustang GT and the Chevrolet Camaro. All the same, the Challenger have many standard features and comes with an elegant exterior.

March 15, 2013 at 9:47 pm | 1 comment

2013 MTM Audi S6

MTM is known for providing quality performance enhancing kits for Audi cars and this new kit for the Audi S6 does an amazing job of unlocking the full potential of the vehicle. The German tuner MTM has announced a remarkable tuning kit for the Audi S6 that boosts the power delivery of the existing four liter V8 engine from 420 horsepower to 555 horsepower.

The kit also increases the torque to whopping 518 lb-ft from 407 lb-ft. Thanks to the M-Cantronic system installed by the tuner, you can tap this extra power with just a press of a button.
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Specifications

General Info
Vehicle Type: Super Sport Sedan Est. Market Price: NA
Fuel Tank Capacity: 19.8 gals (75L) MPG: NA
Dimensions
Length: 193.9 in. (492.5 cm) Wheelbase: 114.7 in. (291.3 cm)
Height: 57.8 in. (146.8 cm) Width: NA
Luggage Capacity: 14.1 cu ft Maximum Seating: 5
Performance
Engine: V8 Twin Turbo Displacement: 4.0 Liter
Horsepower: 555 HP Max RPM: NA
Torque: 516 lb-ft Transmission: 7-Speed Audi S tronic®

Performance

The new MTM kit significantly adds to the performance of the Audi S6. The car does the 0-62 mph sprint in 4.2 seconds, 0.6 seconds faster than stock model. The MTM kit has also enhanced the top speed of the stock model from 155 mph (electronically limited) to 180 mph.

These performance enhancements can be had with a price tag of around 3499 Euros. MTM says that these performance modifications would not adversely affect the service life or environment compatibility of the car.
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More Enhancements

The tuner also offers an air suspension system that allows the front and rear axle to be lowered independently. The system allows the car’s ride to be lowered by 20 mm at the rear and 25 mm in the front.

The MTM Audi S6 also has a specially designed braking system that adjusts the braking power based on the engine and driving performance, which ensures that driving comfort remains the same despite the performance enhancements. This suspension modification is available at 1700 Euros.

Exterior

MTM modifications are not complete if there aren’t any visual enhancements. For the Audi S6, there are four sets of MTM Bimoto alloys to choose from according to individual taste, ranging from 2100 to 5300 Euros. MTM also offers a 4-pipe stainless steel exhaust system priced at 3800 Euros.

March 14, 2013 at 9:25 pm | No comment

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