ATS 300 LEGGERA

ATS presented the all new ATS SPORT 1000 in 2012 and the retro style supercar ATS 2500 GT in 2013, now ATS is ready to launch on the market a new series of superlight cars on a new chassis platform with front mid-engine layout and rear wheel drive. The new ATS spider is named 300 LEGGERA and rappresent an “homage” at typical italian small sportscars of fifties and sixties that had great success in US with name of “Etceterini cars”: 2 seaters sportscars with nice body design, superlight configurations and capable of great performances in US and European competitions both on roads and tracks. ATS offers with the new 300 LEGGERA the chance to own a performance car with classic design , fun and pure to drive without any electronic devices and easy to service and maintain. The 300 denomination is relative at the power to weight ratio of the new ATS spider: the 300 LEGGERA has a 1600cc turbocharged engine with 200bhp on 650 kg curb weight without any help from electronic systems like EBD or traction control. Fun is guaranteed! Every single car will be built on customer specifications from 30.000 euros and will be ready in 2014 for European and American markets.

2014 BMW X5 xDrive 30d

Last night I went to the dealer presentation of the new BMW X5. Here you can see the photos of the X5 xDrive 30d, one of the engines available at launch together with the 5.0 V8 petrol xDrive 50i 450 hp and the 3.0 turbodiesel 381 hp and 740 Nm of the M50d xDrive. The engine of the 30d is a 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder with TwinPower Turbo technology, which delivers 258 hp at 4,000 rpm and 560 Nm from 1,500 to 3,000 rpm. The X5 xDrive 3.0d accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds and it reaches a top speed of 230 km/h. The 2014 Bmw X5 comes standard with the 8-speed automatic transmission with Launch Control function. Initially the car will be available in a single trim with three levels of customization: Business, Experience and Luxury. On all of these, 18-inch alloy wheels, electric tailgate, cruise control, touch screen 6.5-inch iDrive system, Bluetooth connectivity, audio system with USB input, leather sport steering wheel and Stat&Stop system are standard. At a later time other engines will debut: the 306 hp xDrive35i , the 313 hp xDrive40d and xDrive and sDrive 25d equipped with 218 hp 4-cylinder diesel engine.

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2014 Bentley Continental GT3

The Bentley Continental GT3 has been revealed during the Goodwood Festival of Speed. The aesthetics of the Bentley Continental GT3 doesn't change much compared to the concept presented in Paris. Engineers have worked to reduce the car's weight: they have been able to remove 2,200 kg compared to road car. The racing Bentley features adjustable dampers, Brembo brakes, as well as the aerodynamic kit. The Bentley Coniental GT3 is fitted with a 4.0 liter V8 engine with 600 hp, mounted in retracted position to improve weight distribution. The power is sent to the rear wheels through a drive shaft made ​​of carbon fiber, the transmission is via a six-speed Xtrac sequential gearbox with limited slip differential.

VŪHL 05

The VŪHL 05 was presented before its official debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed ​​2013. The project of the VŪHL 05 has the management in the UK, production in Mexico, experimentation and development in both the U.S. and Europe, while the body will be manufactured in Canada. The total weight of the car is 695 kg, so we are in the segment of the BAC Mono, KTM X-Bow and Ariel Atom. The frame is made of aluminum, while the body is made of reinforced plastic or carbon fiber as option. The engine is the 2-liter Ford turbocharged EcoBoost that delivers 285 hp and 420 Nm of torque, mated to a manual six-speed gearbox. The acceleration 0-100 km/h is in 3.7 seconds, top speed is 245 km/h.

Innotech Aspiron

The 2014 Innotech Aspiron will make the debut at the Goodwood Festival Of Speed in England from 11 to 14 July 2013. This car features the 6.2-liter V8 LS9 of the Corvette, which will develop from 800 to 1000 hp. The transmission is handled by a Ricardo 6-speed manual gearbox and limited-slip rear differential. The look of this supercar is designed to get a track day car: ailerons, air intakes, wheels almost discovered and tubular frame. The interior, with no frills, is made of carbon fiber and offers two FIA homologated seats, 6-point belts and a roll bar.

ATS Sport 1000

The ATS, Automobili Turismo Sport, is a small Italian car manifacturer and it has recently presented the ATS Sport 1000, a road-legal racing car. The chassis made of stainless steel and aluminium combined with fiberglass body with kevlar inserts provide a total weight of less than 500 kg. The ATS Sport 1000 features the engine of the Kawasaki Ninja 1000, which produces 200 hp, coupled to rear-wheel drive with limited slip differential. The car is fully handmade and it can be customized according to customer requirements.

Chevrolet Corvette C7 Stingray Adrenaline Rush by Redline Motorsports

Redline Motorsports, from Florida, has announced a tuning program for the new C7 Corvette. The project is called Adrenaline Rush and it includes a twin-turbo kit, Magnetic Ride suspension, carbon fiber aero package and forged wheels. The result will be a power of 650 hp, in a later time there will be a 1000 hp package too.

2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Volante

The Aston Martin has presented the Vanquish Volante, the most powerful convertible ever produced by the British brand. The 6.0-liter V12 engine develops 573 hp and 620 Nm of torque, coupled to rear-wheel drive and Touchtronic II automatic transmission, the Vanquish accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds and it can reach a maximum speed of 295 km/h. The roof is made of canvas and should take 14 seconds to open and close. The House has scheduled its distribution by the end of the year.

Audi Quattro Coupé

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Audi Sport Quattro, the House of  Ingolstadt will present at the Frankfurt Motor Show the heir to the German sport car of the 80s: the Audi Quattro Coupe. The car will be made ​​of lightweight materials such as carbon fiber reinforced with special plastic (CFRP), aluminum and magnesium, that will contain the total mass within 1.300 kg. Under the bonnet of the Quattro Coupe, we will find a 4.0-liter V8 twin turbo with 650 hp and 480 Nm of torque. Traction is Quattro four-wheel drive, managed by a sporty rear differential. The Audi Quattro is expected to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.4 seconds while the top speed should exceed 300 km/h.

2014 Skoda Octavia RS

The Skoda has revealed the first images of the Octavia RS, which will be offered in both sedan and station wagon versions. The RS is recognizable by the front grille, bumpers, fog lights, the headlights, red brake calipers, chrome tailpipes and the black diffuser. Wheels are available in sizes 17, 18 or 19 inches. The interiors are recognizable for the three spoke steering wheel, sports seats and aluminum pedals. For the 2014 Octavia RS there will be two engines: a 2.0-liter TSI petrol with 220 hp and a 2.0 turbodiesel with 184 hp. The transmission is in both cases a six-speed manual, but you can have an optional dual-clutch DSG. The Octavia TSI sedan has a top speed of 248 km/h and it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds, while the diesel version reaches 232 km/h and it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.1 seconds. The RS is fitted with sports suspension, limited slip differential XDS and lowered suspension.

2014 Porsche 911 50 Years Edition

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Porsche 911, Porsche unveiled the commemorative model 911 50 Years Edition. This 911 will be produced in only 1,963 examples, the birth year of this model. Derived from the Carrera S, it is characterized by wider body, special 20-inch Fuchs wheels, redesigned mirrors, badges and chrome trim. The interior modifications include green dial with white needles, fabric seats similar to those featured on Porsche 911’s from the 1960’s and brushed aluminum inserts. Under the hood of the Porsche 911 50, there is the 3.8-liter engine with 400 hp of the Carrera S, capable of launching the 911 from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds (4.3 with the PDK) and reach a top speed of 300 km/h.

2014 Aston Martin V12 Vantage S

Aston Martin has released official informations of the V12 Vantage S, the version that replaces the V12 Vantage. The V12 Vantage S is being heralded as the most powerful production Aston Martin ever built, and it was created to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the House of Gaydon. Thanks to the new electronic engine management and exhaust system of the One-77, the 5.9-liter V12 AM28 delivers 573 hp and 620 Nm of torque, and allows the Vantage S to reach a top speed of 330 km/h. The power is discharged to the ground by the rear wheels through the new Sportshift III sequential gearbox with paddles on the steering wheel. The V12 Vantage S offers three driving modes: Normal, Sport and Track, each characterized by a specific set-up of the suspension and steering. Outside, the V12 Vantage S is features a new carbon fiber front grille equal to that of CC100 Speedster, as well as the glossy black roof and new ten-spoke black wheels. The interior is covered in Luxmill leather and Alcantara, there are two types of seats (Sport and Lightweight) and you can have on request carbon fiber trim (Carbon Fibre Interior Pack).

2014 Nissan GT-R Gentleman Edition

Nissan has just unveiled its latest variant of the Nissan GT-R, the Gentleman Edition. The car is based on the Nissan GT-R Black Edition and it is only available in Squale gray. Under the hood, the engine is the 3.8-liter V6 twin turbo with 550 hp. Inside, the car features Recaro seats, dashboard and door panels upholstered in leather in black and red colors, in addition to the plate of the limited edition. This version is only for French market and it will be produced in only 10 examples.

2014 BMW M5

BMW has finally taken the wraps off the facelifted 2014 BMW M5. The external changes are light, you can see the new front grille, the redesigned LED taillights and new alloy wheels. Also new colors will be available, such as Frozen Blue Metallic, Pyrite Brown Metallic and additional matte frozen finishes. Inside, the M leather steering wheel has a new design and you will be able to choose new linings for the cockpit from the BMW Individual program. Under the hood of the new M5 there is the 4.4-liter TwinPower Turbo V8 with 560 hp, mated to a 7-speed double-clutch gearbox and M active differential. The Competition Package adds 15 hp and carbon-ceramic brakes.

2014 Porsche 911 GT2 Turbo

Porsche will present at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show the 911 GT2 Turbo. The GT2 comes from the 911 Turbo S, from which it inherits the 3.8-liter twin-turbo engine with 560 hp, mated to the dual-clutch gearbox and rear-wheel drive. The performance would be in the order of  3 seconds for the 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 320 km/h. In addition to the 911 GT2 Turbo, the GT2 Turbo S will be launched in 2015, with an expected power of around 630 hp.

2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class by German Special Customs

German Special Custom has released the first images of its tuning based on the new Mercedes E-Class. The bodykit includes new bumpers, side skirts, fenders, spoilers, a new bonnet as well as a selection of new components made ​​of carbon fiber, such as the front grille. The tuning is completed by black alloy wheels with five spokes. Mechanical upgrades will also be available, which will bring the power up to 750 hp.

Lamborghini Egoista

Automobili Lamborghini has unveiled the Egoista, a concept car built to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the house. Designed by Walter de Silva, the car is inspired by an Apache helicopter, it has the shape of a trimaran and it presents active flaps. The Egoista is based on the architecture of the Lamborghini Gallardo, it has a structure made ​​of carbon fiber and it features the 5.2-liter V10 with 600 hp. Inside, the car is equipped with a racing seat with four-point safety belts, a head-up display to control the most important information and removable steering wheel.

2013 Porsche 911 Turbo and Turbo S

Porsche has unveiled the new Porsche 911 Turbo and Turbo S, which will debut at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. Aesthetically, the changes do not upset the 911 style: air intakes on the rear fenders, adjustable spoiler, sports bumper with enlarged air intakes, flared fenders compared to the Carrera 4 and 20-inch alloy wheels help you to recognize the Turbo from other Carreras. The Turbo offers for the first time the rear wheel steering and Pdcc active anti-roll bars and the Ptm all-wheel drive system has been evolved. Under the hood beats the six-cylinder boxer engine 3.8 twin turbo direct injection with variable turbine geometry: the Turbo delivers 520 hp, while the Turbo S delivers 560 hp. The engine is mated exclusively to the PDK dual-clutch seven-speed trasmission. The Turbo accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds with Sport Chrono Package and Turbo S does the same in 3.1 seconds, both are capable of reaching a top speed of 318 km/h. The Turbo S has completed a lap of the Nürburgring Nordschleife in less than 7 minutes and 30 seconds. The standard equipment of the Turbo S includes PDCC, Sport Chrono Package, active engine mounts, mono nut alloy wheels, sport seats with electric adjustment, full LED headlights and carbon-ceramic brakes.

Renault Alpine A110

The Alpine will arrive on the market no later than 2016. The Alpine A110-50 is a small GT, high-performance 2-seater coupe and small-medium engine. The engine doesn't seem to be the 3.5-liter V6 with 400 hp of the Renault Megane Trophy, centrally located, but a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder turbo engine derived from the unit of the Clio RS, combined with a 6-speed manual gearbox or an automatic dual clutch gearbox, which would develop a power of 280 hp. The weight will be under 1,000 kg.

2014 Audi RS 6 Avant

Audi has released new images of the 2014 RS 6 Avant, about ready to launch. Outside, it can be recognized by the new front grille, the 20-inch wheels, the rear extractor, new air intakes and exhaust pipes. Under the hood, there is the 4.0-liter TFSI V8 twin-scroll biturbo direct injection, which delivers 560 hp and 700 Nm of torque. The RS6 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and it reaches a top speed of 305 km/h. The engine is mated to the Quattro all-wheel drive with Torque Vectoring and dual-clutch eight-speed Tiptronic gearbox. The Audi RS6 Avant comes standard with air suspension with Adaptive Air Suspension, Audi Drive Select and sport differential.