"This is the first of the 1-Series M editions (the M3 is currently the standard of entry to BMW's high-performance line). It'll have roughly 340 horsepower in a turbocharged inline-six engine, and a standard six-speed manual gearbox--no automatic shifting available. The car is lower to the ground and more compact inside than the M3, which will only make the speed and agility of the M line even more apparent."
2012 Jaguar XKR-S convertible is the ragtop version of the most powerful convertible Jaguar has ever built, the supercharged XKR-S. In just about every measure, this car is stunning. The exterior design is as sexy as cars get, with beautiful, graceful lines accented with purposeful scoops, flares and a carbon-fiber front splitter and rear wing. The exhaust note coming from the supercharged 5.0-liter V8 is intoxicating. Our first moments behind the wheel were in a flat-out speed run down the main 8,500-foot long, 200-foot wide runway at El Centro Naval Air Station in the California desert. The air base, the winter home of the Navy’s Blue Angels precision flight-demonstration team, was also the location for several scenes from the movie Top Gun. This is fitting as we powered down the monster runway, top down, watching the speedometer climb above 165 mph.The V8 has plenty of punch down low and pulls strong as the revs climb toward the 6,500-rpm redline. While the previous-generation XKR was noted for the whine emitted from the supercharger, with the XKR-S, engineers opted for a sweet exhaust note. Using a crossover in which exhaust from each cylinder bank is mixed before exiting out through an electronically controlled “active” exhaust valve, the car sounds like a Le Mans racer. We found ourselves dipping heavily into the throttle time and time again just to hear the magnificent sound.A aluminum chassis is rock-solid and, according to Jaguar engineers, the XK chassis was designed as a convertible, so no additional bracing was needed to stiffen the chassis when the roof was removed. The convertible weighs in at just 88 pounds heavier than the coupe, because of the mechanism needed to operate the fabric top. The top will open or close in less than 20 seconds.aluminum chassis is rock-solid and, according to Jaguar engineers, the XK chassis was designed as a convertible, so no additional bracing was needed to stiffen the chassis when the roof was removed. The convertible weighs in at just 88 pounds heavier than the coupe, because of the mechanism needed to operate the fabric top. The top will open or close in less than 20 seconds.
That’s a whopping 125 more than the 6.2-liter, which delivered its torque peak at a comparatively high 5200 rpm. If it isn’t as pure and linear as the old engine, this new one is devastatingly effective. Thanks to this engine and a launch-control system, the SL63 should pop off 0-to-60-mph runs a bit below 4.0 seconds. Opt for the AMG Performance package (an extra $9000 on top of the car’s $146,695 base price), and AMG turns up the turbo boost, resulting in a total of 557 horsepower and 664 pound-feet of torque. The package also brings red brake calipers, a speed limiter pushed from 155 mph to 186, a steering wheel partially covered in synthetic suede, and a locking limited-slip differential. Mercedes officials acknowledge that the take rate on previous boost packages has been minuscule.
2013 Acura ILX CVT Hybrid, select the color table or interactive colors below. View color availability in the color table or see how exteriors look with interactive colors.
Mustang Boss 302 made its long awaited return in 2012 after a 42 year absence and for 2013 the Boss 302 has received some new design details and new paint options. The Laguna Seca edition has a map of the course on the rear badge and for 2013, color choices include both School Bus Yellow and Black. The Laguna Seca edition has a more aggressive front splitter and larger rear spoiler to help increase down force for higher track speed use. This car comes standard with HID headlamps and LED surround tail lamps. The 2013 Boss 302 features removable covers where the fog lamps would be to improve cooling on track days.
Novitec Rosso Ferrari 599 SA Aperta. For automotive lovers this is information new ferrari car 2012 that is appropriate for you. Ferrari has released a new car called the 2012 Novitec Rosso Ferrari 599 SA Aperta. NOVITEC ROSSO now makes the drop-top version of the Ferrari 599 SA Aperta even more powerful and fascinating. A twin-supercharger conversion bumps power output of the V12 from standard 670 to 888 hp and boosts peak torque to 636 lb/ft, giving the two-seater a top speed of more than 211 mph. The NOVITEC ROSSO options for the limited-edition special model also include extremely lightweight NOVITEC ROSSO forged wheels in a staggered combination with diameters of 21 and 22 inches, sport springs and a stainless-steel high-performance exhaust system with butterfly valve.
For those seeking more power, the 2.4-liter four-cylinder from the Civic Si is available. It's rated at 201 horsepower and 170 pound-feet of torque, and only is available with a close-ratio six-speed manual transmission. Fuel economy drops with this powertrain to an EPA estimated 20 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway.
Honda has once again taken a conservative approach to design, and while it's certainly handsome (except for those gaudy air intakes that flank both sides of the front fascia), we can't help but think that it already looks one or two generations old. (2009 Kia Optima, anyone?) We'll have to wait until we see the car in its production spec before making final judgments, but with sexy new mid-size offerings like the 2013 Ford Fusion, Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima, the Accord doesn't look to be gunning for shoppers who want a whole lot of style with their substance.
If we can get our Semi-Trucks to convert to natural gas we can lower the price of gas substantially and because of that we will be able to have very little cost for filling up and we can take back our beloved spontaneous road trip. The hybrid is alive and doing fine and believe it or not we owe those smug assholes a little thanks as we now have reliable and efficient hybrid cars 2013.
