2000hp Lamborghini Drag killer!

How much horses can you fit in the bonnet of a Lamborghini? If you take a look at this Lamborghini LP570-4 Superleggera you may think that's stock, but its V10 engine with the addiction of two turbos now produces 2000hp, nearly three times more than a Lamborghini Aventador! Now that we know how much power this insane Bulls is producing, it's time to see it in action in the drag strip against a couple of tuned supercars such as the GT-R and the Juke-R that a few days ago nearly humiliated a Veyron!

This Custom Gumball 3000 Supercar is Actually a Tuned Nissan GT-R

More information is now available about Team Galag's Nissan GT-R-based entry for 2013 Gumball 3000.

Last Saturday we shared a few pics with the car but at that point there was limited info available. Dubbed TG1, the car belongs to Saudi Arabia's Team Galag and was co-developed with Parker Brothers Concepts from United States. In charge of the engine were Litchfield Motors from UK who increased output to 750 HP (551 kW) and 700 lb-ft (948 Nm) of torque.

The TG1 will need only 2.68 seconds until 62 mph (100 km/h) and can hit a top speed of 211 mph (340 km/h). It rides on 21-inch alloys and weighs about 3,600 lbs (1,632 kg) thanks to a carbon fiber body.

Source: 

motorauthority.com

Monster Energy

How do B.J. Baldwin, a 850-horsepower Trophy Truck with 34-inches of suspension roaring pell-mell across the Mojave Desert at 150 miles an hour doing things that just really are not conceivable, a dazzling damsel in distress and her diamond in the asphalt D-Sport automobile, the big neon glitter skyline of Las Vegas and one of the most opulent hotel/casinos on The Strip all end up in one atom-splitting, retina stinging, mind blowing piece of incandescent cinematic magic? Good question. And one we can't answer. 

However, even though it is April 1st -- this is no joke and today Monster Energy flips the switch to light up cyberspace with the short film #RECOIL.

Filmed by Tempt Media.

Cut Away Cars from Auto Shows

A selection of cars showing both inner and outer designs
cut away car auto truck art design.
A popular trend at car shows and launch events is to show a cutaway, revealing the intricate details and mechanics of these beautiful machines. By stripping away parts of the exterior and coverings, viewers can get up close to appreciate the sophistication and engineering of today’s automobile

AUDI R8





BUGATTI VEYRON GRAND SPORT


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ASTON MARTIN DBS VOLANTE



DODGE RAM



LEXUS HS250 HYBRID



LOTUS HYBRID




NISSAN GTR



PORSCHE CAYMAN S



FORD F150



FORD TORES



SAUBER F1

Gallery: Chicago Motor Show 2013

On the 7th of January the Chicago Motor Show 2013 kicked off with the first of two media days. Highlights of the show this year are the NISMO 370Z, the Beetle GSR and Kia Cross GT Concept. The Beetle GSR comes with a unique design and powerful 210 PS turbocharged engine. Volkswagen calls it a ‘real’ limited edition, with ‘just’ 3,500 of these cars made worldwide.

Besides the Beetle and the Kia Cross GT we found mainly Asian and American cars present in Chicago, not surprisingly after all the premiere fireworks at the Detroit Motor Show 2013 just a few weeks ago.

Start your engines: Nissan’s Geneva stand to host PlayStation 3 equipped with Gran Turismo HD

I’m more than willing to place a bet with anyone that more people will be carried away with the new Playstation 3 and the Grand Turismo HD concept game than with the new X-Trail at Nissan’s Geneva stand. We remind you that the Playstation 3 hasn’t gone on sale yet in Europe so this will be a first encounter for most with Sony’s new game console. As for the Gran Turismo HD, it’ll give us a glimpse of Sony's long awaited next gen racing game. Players start with one car on the Eiger Nordwand track in the Swiss Alps. If the track is completed within a restricted time limit, another car is unlocked. There are nine further cars to unlock in this way.-Continued: Click “Read More…” below to see the official press release & more pics

PRESS RELEASE: SONY PLAYSTATION 3: SNEAK PREVIEW AT NISSAN’S STAND AT GENEVA MOTOR SHOW

Nissan’s stand will be the first stop for video game racing fanatics visiting this year’s Geneva Motor Show. That’s where they will find Sony’s new PlayStation 3, equipped with Gran Turismo HD Concept, which will be there exclusively available to try.

Sales of the new, eagerly-awaited games console begin on 23 March across Europe and Nissan’s stand at the Geneva Motor Show will be one of the few places the public can try it out before the console hits the shops. Nissan expects long queues as there are only three consoles on the stand and security will be increased to ensure that public order is maintained.

While the gamers are visiting the Nissan stand, they will also be among the first to see a new model that Nissan will unveil for the first time in the world on 6 March 11:15 am. No details will be released before that time.

Nissan has featured prominently in all of the Gran Turismo games, allowing on-screen racers of all ages and abilities to compete in dozens of Nissan models from the past, present and even the future, on some of the most challenging circuits in the – real and virtual – world.

When Gran Turismo 4 was launched two years ago across Europe, one of the stars of the marketing activity was Nissan’s vivid yellow 35th Anniversary 350Z.

To demonstrate that the automotive and console-racing worlds move at equal breakneck speed, the newly updated 350Z will also be on display at the Geneva Motor Show. Boasting a new generation VQ engine – dubbed VQ 35 HR – power has been increased to 313PS (230kW) at 6800rpm and torque is now 358Nm at 4800rpm, while the maximum engine speed is now 500rpm higher at 7500rpm. Nearly 80% of the model’s major engine parts are new, resulting in improved acceleration and responsiveness.

To accommodate the new engine, the front bonnet has been discreetly redesigned and is now reminiscent of the original 240Z, thanks to a slightly raised profile. Three new exterior colours will also be offered, including Temper Orange, a striking shade which contains a subtle green “flip” that can be seen in soft light and gives the car a surprising tone. The other two colours are Precision Grey – a new grey – and Night Blue.

To improve on-road refinement, the 350Z is now equipped with Bridgestone Potenza RE050A tyres, however grip levels remain unaffected. Visitors to the Nissan stand will also see the 2004 Japanese GT500 Championship winning Nissan 350Z which was campaigned by British driver Richard Lyons and also Satoshi Motoyama.

Gran Turismo HD is a glimpse of the next stage of the evolution of the world-renowned racing game. PlayStation 3 takes console gaming to the next level by offering a huge network of downloadable content and on-line gaming capability. Gran Turismo HD will be downloadable from the PlayStation Store, the console’s download site.

In Gran Turismo HD players start with one car on the Eiger Nordwand track in the Swiss Alps. When the track is completed within the time limit, another car is unlocked. There are nine further cars to unlock in this way. Furthermore, Gran Turismo HD Concept’s Time Trial will bring into effect the first Gran Turismo online rankings system, allowing players everywhere to see how their performance compares with their peers.

Paul Wilcox, Vice President, Strategy and Marketing, Nissan Europe said: “We are delighted that the new PlayStation 3 with Gran Turismo HD will be on our stand at the Geneva Motor Show. Sony’s passion for virtual racing matches our passion for making cars that are great to drive, as epitomised by the newly updated 350Z. “It’s going to be even busier than normal at Geneva for Nissan this year thanks to the world premiere of a key new model for us,” he added.

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Nissan Qashqai "Urban Skateboarding" TV-Ad

While not as radical as the Qashqai online skateboard commercials, but definitely more politically correct, Nissan takes upon urban-skateboarding once again to show off its compact crossover. By the way, is it me or is Nissan’s new TV Add suspiciously reminiscent of Jeep’s Compass Urban Playground ad? Yay for creativity!

Via: Motorpasion

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Geneva Preview: Nissan to launch revised 350Z and a brand-new model for Europe

I’m pretty sure that you’re scanning the press release to find what kind of model will Nissan unveil at the Geneva Show besides the revised 313Hp 2007 350Z. You shouldn’t bother though cause that’s about all Nissan will reveal until the Geneva press conference at 11:15 on Tuesday 6 March.

Just came to me though that during the world presentation of the Nissan Qashqai at Paris in September, I had an interesting chat with Brian Carolin, Senior Vice President Sales and Marketing of Nissan Europe and one of the most talkative and “no bullshit” car execs I’ve met. At one point I asked him whether Nissan was planning to substitute the Primera with a new mid-size sedan or if they would follow the same tactic as with the Almera, somewhat replacing it with a crossover and more specifically, with the new X-Trail.

Carolin’s answer was that, the X-Trail which will be unveiled in early 2007, most probably at the Geneva show, will also take upon the task of “stealing” buyers from the mid-size sedan segment. Even though this is hypothetical, I wouldn't be surprised if the new X-Trail was more or less based on the Nissan Rogue we saw at the Detroit Show. -Continued: Click “Read More…” below to see the official press release and a high-res gallery of the Euro 2007 350Z

PRESS RELEASE: NISSAN AT THE 77TH INTERNATIONAL GENEVA MOTOR SHOW 2007

• World premiere of a new model for Europe
• Extensive revisions to 350Z including:
• New generation VQ engine
• Increase in power and torque
• Redesigned bonnet profile
• New exterior and interior colours
• New tyres for improved refinement

Trappes, France, (12th February, 2007) Nissan will be unveiling for the first time anywhere in the world a new model which will reinforce the company’s profit and growth aspirations in Europe. Carlos Tavares, Nissan’s Executive Vice President for Corporate Strategy and Product Planning, will present the new model at Nissan’s press conference at 11:15 on Tuesday 6 March (1st press day). No further details will be released until the press conference.

As well as the world premiere, Nissan will also be showing the new, updated 350Z which will reinforce its credentials as a pure sports car with thrilling, involving performance.

With the fitment of the next generation 3.5 V6 engine – engine code VQ35HR – power has risen to 313PS (230kW) at 6800rpm and torque is now rated at 358Nm at 4800rpm, while the maximum engine speed has increased by 500rpm to 7500rpm. Nearly 80% of major engine parts are new, providing improved acceleration and responsiveness.

To achieve the additional performance, a dual intake system has been fitted and the variable valve timing system has a wider range of operation, plus the addition of a common length exhaust manifold reduces back pressure. Those changes combine to boost low and mid-range torque.

In order to achieve the higher rev limit, the crank journal and crank pin have increased in size. At the bottom of the engine, a ladder frame has been added to stiffen the crank and reduce vibration.

The introduction of a second knock sensor, an asymmetric piston pattern, improved cylinder cooling and iridium spark plugs will combine to improve the efficiency of the ignition cycle, while an increase in compression ratio from 10.3 to 10.6 has liberated more top end power. Despite all these changes, weight and fuel consumption remain unchanged, but the engine’s centre of gravity has been lowered by 15mm.

To accommodate the new engine the front bonnet has been discreetly redesigned and is now reminiscent of the original 240Z, thanks to a slightly raised profile, while three new exterior colours will also be offered. Temper Orange is a striking shade but also contains a subtle green “flip” which can be seen in soft light and gives the car a surprising tone, while a new grey – Precision Grey – and Night Blue complete the colour line-up.

Inside, a new trim has also been introduced, which is called Frost Grey. It is a pale tone and adds a touch of sophistication to the car’s interior. As well as a new interior trim colour, another important change to the interior is the fitment of Active Headrests, to minimise the chances of neck injury in the event of a rear impact.

And to improve on-road refinement, the 350Z is now equipped with Bridgestone Potenza RE050A tyres, however grip levels remain unaffected.

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Tokyo Auto Salon: Nissan Skyline Aero Concept

The 2007 Tokyo Auto Salon is alive and kicking out quite a few interesting concepts even though we’re lost in translation… Anyhows, Nissan came up with the Skyline Aero Concept fitted with a “master-blaster” bodykit, 20’’ rims and umm, that’s about all that we can say for the Japanese version of the Infiniti G Sedan until Nissan kindly decides to share an English press release with us.

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2008 Nissan 350Z / Fairlady Z Nismo & 400Hp Nismo Type 380RS Competition

Now this is more like it or isn’t it? See, according to Nissan’s press release, which you can check out below, the 350Z –Fairlady Z in Japan, gets a pack load of goodies like an impressive bodykit, enhanced suspension and tires but there’s no word of any engine upgrades. Even though the Japanese version of the 2008 350Z pumps out 313Hp isn’t it a shame that this car doesn’t get a bit more power?

Anyways, along with the supped up 350Z / Fairlady Z, Nismo also presented the racing version of the car, which goes by the name Fairlady Z NISMO Type 380RS-Competition (image below). Apart from chipping away a few pounds and revising suspension & brakes, NISMO also fiddled around with Nissan’s 3.5 V6 increasing its capacity to 3.8-litres and interfering with the electronics. The upgraded VQ35HR produces 400Hp and 43,0 kgm of torque. -Thanks for the Tip!

PRESS RELEASE: Nissan 350Z / Fairlady Z Nismo: Based on the new Fairlady Z, the Version NISMO fuses NISMO's extensive racing expertise, gained through competing in SUPER GT and other race series as the Nissan works team, with the Autech Japan’s extensive experience in manufacturing completely customized vehicles. The new model provides a heightened dimension of sporty driving pleasure, backed by the Fairlady Z's renowned performance capabilities. The customl Version Nissan can be purchased at Nissan dealers nationwide and receives the same after-sales service as regular Fairlady Z models.

To help enhance driving performance, the Version NISMO’s body stiffness has been improved by increasing the welded area of the body panels and adding additional reinforcement bars and panels, among other measures. High-grip Bridgestone Potenza RE-01R tires have been adopted to absorb high input forces from the road surface. In addition, the suspension system has been totally retuned to further boost cornering performance. An optimum balance of handling and driving comfort has also been achieved by adopting Performance Dampers that effectively damp force inputs to the body.

The exterior design was developed on the basis of meticulous studies conducted by the Design Group and the Vehicle Performance Testing Group. A supercomputer was used to run design simulations based on aerodynamic data collected with SUPER GT race cars. The distinctive body form obtained as a result provides superior handling and stability, together with aerodynamic characteristics for creating effective downforce. The interior is also distinguished by its unique, premium-quality ambience, resulting from the use of exclusive metallic-looking genuine leather trim. Seats are upholstered with a perforated Alcantara center section that holds the body more firmly during sporty driving.

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2008 Νissan Skyline – 12th Generation

Ok, it may not be the Skyline that we’ve all been waiting for –the GT-R is due next year, but nevertheless, important, as Nissan’s mid-size sedan has its own fanatic audience in the Japanese market. So, what’s new here? Well, just about everything as according to Nissan, the 12th generation Skyline, features all-new exterior and interior designs, a next generation FR-L platform and a newly developed VQ35HR V6 engine. Dimension wise, overall height is 20mm lower and overall width is 20mm wider than its V35 predecessor.

The Skyline is powered by the newly developed VQ35HR and VQ25HR V6 engines. The 3.5L version generates 315 horsepowers and 36.5kgm of torque and is capable of revving up to 7500rpm, while the 2.5L generates 225 horsepowers and 26.8 kgm of torque. The powerplant is matched to a 5speed automatic transmission with adaptive shift. A new DS mode allows for more spirited driving by optimizing gear selection for various driving conditions.

Also, unique to the Skyline is as what Nissan refers to as, the world’s first four-wheel active steering system, which adjusts the steering angles of the front and rear wheels in accordance with driving speeds and steering operation, allowing for greater control at low and medium speeds, and smooth effortless cruising at higher speeds. It is optional on SP and S series.Finally, the new Skyline is equipped with larger 18" (sports models) and 17" (standard models) alloys. In the sport models, it is equipped with different sized front (225/50R) and rear (245/45R) tires.

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