Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Leif Persson 's 500 KTM

.In 1978 Leif Persson began his work at the Husqvarna Factory in the R&D Department.He was part of the design team for the Husqvarna 390 and 420 Automatics as well asthe Husqvarna 430 and 488.He became the Swedish 500cc Champion in 1980 riding a Husqvarna 420 that had been modified for him at the Husqvarna Development Department. This 1988 KTM 500 was Leif's last factory ride. The inner motor

Sunday, August 29, 2010

The Sunday Movie

.Catalina Grand Prix Motorcycle RacesThroughout the 50's, the Catalina Grand Prix was one of the premier motorcycle races in the U.S. Once a year boats loaded with bikes crossed the channel to the small island off the California coast. Triumphs, Matchlesses, and BSA's took on the 10 mile course that ran through city streets, up into the hills, and through a golf course before heading back into

Friday, August 27, 2010

Blalock, vintage motorcycle

.By Bill WalshSpecial to the Rappahannock NewsIf all goes according to plan, Bill Blalock will finally get to ride a motorcycle he owned for many years without ever having cranked up the engine.That motorcycle is one of about 80 entered in this fall’s Motorcycle Cannonball, a 17-day race from Kitty Hawk, N.C., to Santa Monica, Cal.Blalock with the restored bike.Blalock bought the badly neglected

Thursday, August 26, 2010

Carey Loftin

.Arguably Hollywood's greatest ever stunt rider/driver, Carey Loftin's amazing stunt skills were utilized in hundreds of Hollywood productions over a period of 50 years. Loftin began his stunt career as a member of a traveling motorcycle stunt show in the early 1930s when he was 19.William Carey Loftin was born on January 31, 1914 in Blountstown, Florida. The son of a preacher, Carey grew up

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera

Even more dynamic, lighter, more powerful and stunning – the Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera is the new top model in the Gallardo line-up. Its evocative “superlight” badge refers to a driving machine of true sporting character and describes a high-performance and lean automotive athlete.Compared with the already lean Gallardo LP 560-4, the weight of the Gallardo Superleggera has been

Gordon Osmundson Photographs'

.If you are a vintage aircraft lover you must go there and visit this fabulous page of Gordon Osmundson this photographer is great and knows how to shoot the best from those fabulous classic planesRAF Mustang, Stead Air Force Base, Reno, Nevada, 2000Open Cockpit, P51d, Stead Air Force Base, Reno, Nevada, 2000Mustang #3, Stead Air Force Base, Reno, Nevada, 1999P51d, Planes of Fame, Chino,

2009 Infiniti EX35

2009 Infiniti EX35 is pleasant and easy to drive. That’s either good or bad, depending on if you like that or not. Handling is great though – it has very little body roll for its size, and is very nimble through the turns. This is one of the very few small SUVs that you can take on a winding road at high speed and still have fun without worrying about tipping over. Suspension and ride is

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

2012 Tesla Model S - 25 Aug, 2010

2012 Tesla’s Model S will rival other EVs, like the plug-in hybrid Fisker Karma, plus traditional luxury vehicles, like the BMW 5-Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class. The 2012 Tesla Model S will be Tesla’s second model, joining the Roadster sports car, with production slated for late 2011. Tesla has yet to announce an official on-sale date for the Model S, but the sporty EV sedan will retail

Ferrari 599 Hybrid

Ferrari showed off a new prototype for their vision of hybrids going forward. The Ferrarri 599 HY KERS concept is meant to give an idea of how Ferrari is looking to adopt hybrid and other green technology over the next four years.With tough new CO2 emissions in the works, Ferrari is looking to cut fuel by up to 40% over the next few years, or risk being squeezed out. They plan on having green

Nissan LEAF Electric Car - 25 August, 10

Nissan has just unveiled a new zero emissions vehicle that is slated to go on sale in Japan, Europe and the United States next year. Called the LEAF, this C-segment (sub-compact) car is powered by an electric motor and lithium-ion battery packs. Nissan says it will be able to drive 100 miles on a single charge. The batteries will be able to be charged up to 80 percent in less than 30 minutes with

The New 2011 Ford Shelby GT500 has a surprise in store

The new 2011 Ford Shelby GT500 has a surprise in store for true performance enthusiasts – an optional SVT Performance Package. One lap around the racetrack, and drivers will feel the difference.Data show the 2011 coupe with the SVT Performance Package is 3.0 seconds faster per lap than the 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 on a 2.3-mile test track. Cars with the optional package will be able to pull 1.0

2011 Nissan Navara : Geneva Motor Show

Europe’s best selling pick-up and its SUV sibling since its launch – the 2010 Nissan Navara have been given a mid-term boost with a number of significant enhancements designed to keep them at the top.Among the changes are the arrival of a new and technically advanced 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine; important improvements to the popular 2.5-litre dCi diesel; greater levels of passive safety; new

2010 Mazda CX-7 -- Mazda Cars

The Mazda CX-7 2010Two Mazdas will make their Canadian debut at the 2009 Canadian International AutoShow. The first is the 2010 Mazda CX-7, which receives a new engine option: a 161 horsepower, naturally aspirated 2.5 litre four-cylinder that is also found under the hood of the 2009 Mazda6 and 2010 Mazda3. The second is the refreshed 2009 Mazda MX-5, which receives updated styling in addition to

2011 Honda Civic - Honda Cars

The new 2011 Honda Civic is going to be a legend in its class. It is destined to make a difference in the hatchback class. It is set to hit the Honda showrooms in 2010.The pictures in the gallery section just show how the Japanese auto maker has put together the skills of mastermind class, to create this distinct vehicle. The model is more bold and stylish, and features a new wave in auto making.

2010 Jaguar XJ - Jaguar Cars

Jaguar XJ is not only enhanced in terms of design, technology and performance it is also the most environmentally responsible model as well! Recently Britain’s VCA (Vehicle Certification Agency) audited and approved t imhe new XJ’spact on environment over a specified lifetime (200,000km), including the materials used, material processing, assembly and transport during manufacturing. Jaguar is

2011 ferrari enzo II

Considered by many enthusiasts as the ultimate modern Ferrari, the limited-edition Enzo’s replacement will be a tough act to follow up for the Italian automaker. The second-generation Enzo, also named after the marque’s illustrious founder, promises to take performance – and, surprisingly, efficiency – to a new level.Like the original Enzo, the car’s successor will be a range-topping supercar

2010 Acura RL available in three variations

Featuring bold looks, a powerful V-6 engine and Acura’s acclaimed Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™  system, the 2010 Acura RL demonstrates that refined luxury is complemented perfectly by advanced technology and performance adrenaline. In addition to delivering luxury, style and performance, Acura’s top-of-the-line sedan keeps drivers more connected to their world, and the world around them,

Monday, August 23, 2010

Mercedes Benz G-Class Pictures & Info

The iconic Mercedes Benz G-Class is simply the best car they have ever built because it is being made for 30 years now with almost exactly the same shape as the very first model. Throughout the years Mercedes has garnished the Glandewagen with more power and luxury but the original recipe is still intact. It’s the coolest car in the world and it will be foreverFor the new year though, as the car

2010 ABT Audi R8 GTR

Sure, the R8 is no lame duck, and this is even more so once the sports car has been tuned by ABT Sportsline. The result is a real model athlete, which does not just ooze power, but also doesn't have a single gram of fat on its body. With the limited version R8 GT R (with only 25 units available) engineers and designers have gone one logical step further: experience from motorsport flowed

Kia Fort Koup EX

Kia Forte Koup may outputs 156 hp and 144 pound-feet of torque to the front wheels, as it’s powered by a 2.0-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine which coupled with a 5-speed manual transmission or a electronically controlled 4-speed automatic gearbox. 2010 Kia Forte Koup will also be available with a 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder engine developing 173 horsepower and 168 pound-feet of torque.Kia

Renntech 777 Mercedes SLR McLaren

Volker Mornhinweg, the AMG boss, declared last week that the horsepower war is over and they won’t try to reach extreme performances with the cars they modify. Hartmut Feyhl, the boss from Renntech, still likes powerful cars which can reach incredible speeds and he announced that his company will reveal Renntech 777 Mercedes SLR McLaren, a car developed to celebrate the company’s 20th anniversary

Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione

The Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione designed and developed at the Alfa Romeo Style Centre, the Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is based on Maserati mechanics, but features unmistakeable Alfa Romeo styling. The '8C Competizione' name-plate is a reference to Alfa Romeo's rich motor-racing history. Making sure it handles as well as it looks, Alfa have drastically cut weight of the vehicle with the extensive

New 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Coupe Sports Car -- Info and Pic

Lamborghini offers some of the most exotic sports cars in the world, and with the latest Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4 coupe, that is no exception. This new "entry level" Lamborghini Gallardo coupe delivers 560 horsepower at 8,000 rpm and 398 ft-lbs of torque at 6,500 rpm via a 5.2-liter V10 engine, making sure to deliver on the "Lamborghini experience" in full.The 560 portion of the car's name

Festival of Jurby

.By: John Gregory via : www.isleofman.comThousands of motorcycle enthusiasts and families are expected to descend on Jurby Airfield this Sunday (August 29) for the Festival of Jurby.Last year marked the inaugural festival which attracted more than 8,000 visitors and featured vintage motorcycles and other vehicles as well as attractions for all the family. It was the biggest single spectator

Sunday, August 22, 2010

2008 BMW M1 Homage Concept in liquid orange colour

MULGRAVE, Australia – January 5, 2009: BMW Group Australia will bring the BMW M1 Homage show car to Melbourne in February 2009, to form the centrepiece of its stand at the Melbourne International Motor Show.The BMW M1 Homage was created in 2008 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the BMW M1 road and race car programme, the car developed by the highly successful BMW M GmbH division.The BMW M1

2011 Audi A8 L

The new Audi A8 L is a concentrated high-tech package that confirms Audi claim to technical leadership – “Vorsprung durch Technik”. And now the brand is introducing the top version of its flagship model. The A8 L W12 quattro, with a long wheelbase and a twelve-cylinder engine, sets new standards of luxury, dynamism and efficiency in the top automobile manufacturing league. The Audi A8 L is

Friday, August 20, 2010

2010 Aston Martin Rapide Price $197,850

2010 Aston Martin RapideAston Martin will return to the starting grid of the legendary Nordschleife circuit for the fifth consecutive year at the 38th ADAC Nürburgring 24-hour race on 15/16 May 2010 with the marque’s new four-door sports car; the Rapide.Further underlining the sporting credentials of Aston Martin’s latest model, the Rapide will compete in the demanding 24-hour race – as has been

Mods vs. Rockers bike rally

.By Kimberlee Love via : www.post-gazette.comWhen Larry Fletcher organized Chicago's first Mods vs. Rockers bike and scooter rally in 2005 he had a wealth of experience from which to draw. Mr. Fletcher, a beer importer and vintage bike enthusiast, had organized The Brighton Bash, a vintage bike event, at his Ace Cafe Chicago in 1997, and he continued to organize vintage bike shows and ride-ins

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Red Colour Astonishing Car

This red coloured beautiful car is beautifully painted having nice art work on its body. I think the original colour of the car is black but the art of red colour is looking very great and astonishing.

Mercedes-Benz India launches E Class Cabriolet, priced at Rs. 64.5 Lacs, Mercedes Cabriolet Convertible Photos, Images

German Luxury car maker Mercedes Benz its successful E Class in convertible version "Cabriolet" in the Indian market at a price tag of Rs. 64.5 Lakhs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class till date has sold over 12,700 units and the new E-Class has already sold 1268 vehicles between January to July 2010.Dr. Wilfried Aulbur, Managing Director, Mercedes-Benz India Pvt. Ltd. said,“The E-Class Cabriolet

The Texas Vintage Racing Club, # 2

.The Texas Vintage Racing Club Established 1988Jeffy whuppin' up on Marty Tripes added by Craig KnightRichard Reeves and Joe Wilhelm at Mosier 75' added by Craig KnightTorlief Hansen Pictures added by Ken WaldenMarty Tripes Pictures added by Ken Walden.

Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Ferrari 612 Scaglietti One-to-One (2008)

Th Ferrari 612 Scaglietti one-to-one (2008) also sports the aptly named SuperFast gearbox which delivers an exceptional gear-shifting time of 100 milliseconds and a reduced inertia clutch to enhance the engine’s responsiveness still further. The  Ferrari 612 Scaglietti one-to-one (2008) epitomises  Ferrari 612 Scaglietti one-to-one (2008)errari’s talent for innovation and design. This thrillingly

Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame

.The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame inducted seven new members Wednesday, and officials announced they will begin an effort to expand the museum, which they said is bursting at the seams.About 400 people attended the annual Hall of Fame induction breakfast at the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center.Inductees to the Hall of Fame are selected for significant contributions to the sport and

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

The Way It really was

.via : www.hotrodrevival.comAn incredible collection of Nostalgic Bonneville, Drag Racing, Dry Lakes and California Hot Rodding photos. Just a small sampling of the never before seen footage, photos, interviews and sounds on The Dreams of Legends' new DVD 'The Way it Really Was'.The Movie that you've been waiting for is here. The Dreams of Legends presents:'The Way It REALLY Was'65 years in the

Monday, August 16, 2010

2012 Hummer H4 CUV

A famous auto site mentioned that the Hummer H4 CUV will be produced in China in the near future. The memo said “Tengzhong will launch H3 and H4 CUV before 2012. Marketing Maintenance, and research center will not stop the Hummer,”. If this is really going to happen then this info becomes good news for Hummer fans, especially fans H4 CUV. H4 CUV is the mass-production version of the Hummer HX

A 1973 works Yamaha 250

.Via : www.vintageworksbikes.comFeatured here is a 1973 works Yamaha 250. The bike was recovered in Sweden andlater restored in the United States.This bike is believed to have been raced by Hakan Andersson during the first tworaces of the 1973 GP Season.The works motors for 1973 used an all new crank case design made from sand castmagnesium and featured a new style clutch actuating arm that went

Sunday, August 15, 2010

Dodge Tomahawk

 2This monster is power hungry, no doubt about that. This abomination of the road features an 8.3 liter V10 (505 cubic inches) that is capable of bringing a top speed of 420 mph! They estimate at 420 mph though no one has actually floored it they wouldn't be able to hold on. The bike weighs in at 1500 lbs, making it heavy enough to keep you intact at extreme speeds. The bike boasts independent 4

Dacia SHIFT Concept

Dacia SHIFT Concept is a new innovative concept design that was created independently by a young Romanian designer - Liviu Tudoran. As have been said by the designer that the Dacia SHIFT Concept will be the perfect vehicle for roaming the crowded streets of 2012.

MINI Cooper Graphite

MINI Cooper Graphite is equipped with 15-inch Rotator Spoke alloy wheels, and it comes with a Dark Silver metallic paint, a piano black interior, white indicator lenses, and also black bonnet stripes.Special edition models have been hugely successful since the launch of the new MINI in July 2001. In recent years, editions carrying the monikers Checkmate, Park Lane and MINI One Se7en have set MINI

Seat Ibiza Bocanegra

Seat Ibiza Bocanegra is powered with a twin charged 1.4 TSI engine coupled with a seven-speed DSG gearbox. However, Seat Ibiza Bocanegra is available in two power levels, 150 PS or 180 PS.In its home market the new Bocanegra will be equipped with the twin charged 1.4 TSI engine, either in 150 PS or 180 PS guise. This new generation engine guarantees both brilliant performance and exceptional

Gemballa Mirage GT Carbon Edition Porsche Carrera GT

Porsche Carrera GT gets the latest upgrade package from the Gemballa’s Porsche specialists.Gemballa Mirage GT Carbon Edition Porsche Carrera GT have acceleration time 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds while the 0 to 200 km/h in 9.7 seconds.This car can reach more than 335 km/h with the power increased to 670 HP and 630 NM of torque. With that fact, we can see that the maximum speed gets higher and the

2006 Peugeot 908 RC

The reason of a concept car is to explore new ideas and to test the ideas in an attempt to create the ultimate solution. Know-how and passion, combined with imagination, then become the motive force that turns the dream into reality. A dream that can be shared through the creation of a unique vehicle such as the Peugeot 908 RC. 11The 908 RC owes its name to its engine: the Peugeot V12 HDi DPFS,

Scion TC 2011

The  Scion tC 2011  design features a very attractive and more interesting over the current model. But besides changing the engine, because it has a 2.5 liter 180 hp with a box-sequential automatic updates or manual, both with six gears, EBD, brake assist, active head restraints, 18-inch wheels It has a 4 cylinder engine with 2.5 liter manual gearbox or 6-speed sequential gearbox.It has

Aem Scion Tc Rockstar 2009

The good news is that Scion has developed a rear-wheel drive version of its compact coupe, the tC. The bad news for all us RWD-lovers is that the RS*R tC was created to compete in Formula Drift events and not to go on sale for the public to enjoy. The conversion, that was performed by aftermarket specialist, RS*R, was able to be done thanks to the fact that the tC shares its platform with

2009 Shelby Ultimate Aero

After holding the "World`s Fastest Production Car" title for the past year, the Shelby SuperCars` Ultimate Aero is receiving several refinements for the 2009 model year. The SSC engineering team equipped the 2009 Ultimate Aero with a 15% increase in horsepower, a revamped front fascia design, and an array of important interior upgrades. The most substantial change is an SSC-designed, 1-piece

The Sunday Movie

.AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer and off-road racing legend Malcolm Smith will serve as grand marshal at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days July 9-11, 2010. Husqvarna, a brand that Malcolm helped make famous, will be honored as Marque of the Year at the event. Held in Lexington, Ohio, at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days is the premier event for vintage motorcycle enthusiasts..

Saturday, August 14, 2010

Koenigsegg CCX (2006)

The CCX is the latest iteration of the Koenigsegg CC family.The CCX features a completely new set of body and interior parts. The new body incorporates a new front bumper design, engineered to function well in the stringent 2.5 mph bumper test, including enhanced brake cooling, fog lamps and US side position lights. The front lamps have been slightly redesigned to suit the new bumper line.The

Jeep Renegade Concept (2008)

The advanced propulsion system in the Jeep Renegade concept starts with a 40-mile lithium-ion battery pack. A range extender - in Renegade's case, a small-displacement (1.5-liter, 3-cylinder) BLUETEC diesel engine - allows for journeys beyond 40 miles. In fact, the Jeep Renegade concept boasts a 400-mile range.Renegade's BLUETEC diesel engine generates an additional 115 horsepower when needed,

Friday, August 13, 2010

2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage N420

Aston Martin has unveiled a new motorsport-inspired special edition; the V8 Vantage N420 which brings a new dimension of sporting prowess and dynamic ability to the V8 Vantage range. Successor to the special edition V8 Vantage N400 of 2007, the Vantage N420 is based upon the standard 4.7-litre, 420bhp, 180mph V8 Vantage and is available as a Coupe or Roadster, and with a six-speed manual or

Bernie Schreiber

.Bernie Schreiber was the first – and, at the time of of his induction into the Hall of Fame in 2000, the only – Observed Trials World Champion from the United States. Schreiber was one of the all-time greats in the sport of trials, winning the world championship in 1979 and tallying 20 wins in a decade of competing in the world championships. In addition to his world title, Schreiber also won

Thursday, August 12, 2010

You and the horse you ride on

.You and the horse you ride on : this is a very cool blog by Greaser Mike who says," I'm what would happen if you gave a twelve-year-old a checking account and a taste for scotch."Photo by Lisa WeimerPhotos by Ralph CorwinStill images taken from the film "The Thrill Is On".

Volkswagen announced Prices of Vento starts at Rs 6.99 Lakhs, delivery from 6th September 2010

Volkswagen India announced the prices of its much talked sedan "Vento" based on Polo on Thursday, 12th August, 2010. Volkswagen Vento will be launched in 3 petrol variants and 2 diesel variants. These will be the Trendline Petrol, Highline Petrol, Highline Petrol Automatic whilst the oil-burner’s will be the Trendline Diesel and Highline Diesel.Volkswagen India claims that the Vento petrol has a

Monday, August 9, 2010

David Edwards’ P11

.Via : The Bike ExifWhat’s former editor David Edwards been up to since leaving Cycle World magazine last year? He tells us he’s been putting his free time and severance pay to good use, “Buying cool old mo’cycles!” One of them is this custom 1967 Norton P11 special, a machine designed as a desert racer. The P11 concept started life as a prototype reportedly built by Californian Norton

Mercedes Benz SLS AMG Gullwing

The successor to the Mercedes Benz SL Gullwing has been spotted in prototype form in and around Germany’s Nurburgring test circuit for several months now, but what only a select few knew is that the car is being developed completely in-house by Mercedes’ official tuner, AMG. Thus, the brand new model will be called the SLS AMG when it hits showrooms in the first half of next year.In the lead up

My Top 6 Street Racing Cars

Recently i have watched a nice video in Youtube about Street Racing. Its title was My top 6 Street Racing Cars and its uploaded by someone. Actually they were not my top cars but I'm pretty happy with that because my favorite car Supra was ranked as No.1. Also another interesting thing was in his top list 5 cars out of 6 were came from Japan.1q

Sunday, August 8, 2010

2010 Hyundai Equus

Audi may have put “Old luxury on notice” with its Super Bowl commercials last year, but Hyundai apparently is plotting an actual hit on traditional luxury-car manufacturers as it pushes deeper into affluent pockets. Despite the champagne corks still lodged in the ceiling from last month’s celebration of the Genesis sedan winning the 2009 North American Car of the Year award, the Korean automaker

Honda FC Sport Concept

When the world calls out for a hydrogen-powered three-seat sports car, Honda wants to be locked and loaded. The Honda FC Sport, revealed at the 2008 Los Angeles auto show, is a design study meaning a non running, mostly fiberglass and clay mock up of a sporty ground hugger for the ultra-clean hydrogen future.Penned under the direction of Honda designer Jason Wilbur in the company’s Advanced

The Sunday Movie

.Vintage footage of the 1963 Smokers Fuel & Gas Championships at Bakersfield..

Saturday, August 7, 2010

2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost

The 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is the latest model to come from this storied manufacturer, and it's positioned as the brand's entry-level vehicle. At a quarter-million dollars worth of starting price, that's quite a misnomer. But considering its Phantom sibling will set you back $380,000 and its namesake forebears the 1906-'26 Silver Ghosts are typically valued in the millions, perhaps the new Ghost

Mazda RX-7 Review

The Mazda RX-7 was one of the few classic sports cars to come from Japan. Known for its sleek styling, unique rotary engine and affordable price, the two-door coupe was an instant hit from the moment it was introduced for the 1979 model year.[ 1995 Mazda RX-7 2 Dr STD Turbo Rotary Coupe ]`Mazda's devotion to the Wankel rotary engine is one of the more well-known quirks of the auto industry.

Harold Koehler's Phantom

.via : click to enterIt can be said that art is an expression of the mind that cannot be placed into words. It is my opinion that if you believe that art can only be found in the form of pottery or canvas, then you truly are a savage.I believe that it was Frank Lloyd Wright that expressed that architecture is what we refer to as a “sermon in stone”. Architecture should express beauty,

Friday, August 6, 2010

Is there anything to beat Nissan Patrol?

This video shows Nissan patrol victories over best cars in the world. Can anyone beat Patrol? Lambo, Benz, BMW, Land Crusher, Hayabusa........I dont think so. You will also think so. Check this video.222 qWho's Next?1Shamed Hummer ` 1Shamed GTR1

2009 Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Super Trofeo

`Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Super Trofeo will be the star of the all-new race series launched in 2009 by Automobili Lamborghini the world’s fastest one make series. In May 2009, the Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo takes to the track with its first race. By the end of October, it will have completed 18 races on famous European circuits, supporting popular series like the Deutsche

1999 Lamborghini Diablo GT

In 1999, Lamborghini fans got a pleasant surprise when the Diablo GT was revealed at the Geneva Motor Show. It combined the modifications of the GT2 race car with the outrageousness of the Diablo to offer serious road racing performance. So much so, it remains as the fastest road-going Diablo ever made by the factory. At the time of delivery in September 1999, the Diablo GT was also one of

Chocolate Porsche 911

This is a car do not goes 200 miles per hour, but it goes right to the stomach! Very nicely designed this car is very comfortable – on the tongue. Looking at a beautiful chocolate color and caressing a nice chocolate icing… Mmmm… Do you have any ideas about this car. Yes it is a Porsche 911 and its a Chocolate Porsche....`1

Maybach Exelero - Only 8.0 Million Dollar

This might be the costliest car ever in the world. Big bucks enthusiasts annoyed that they're not the only ones at the club with a Veyron can now ensure that they arrive in total exclusivity. That's because the one-off Maybach Exelero, commissioned by Fulda to act as a high-profile demonstrator for its tire line of the same name, is now for sale. The Exelero isn't some delicate flower of a

Thursday, August 5, 2010

Marty Tripes to hold two special Vintage Races

.via : www.motocrossactionmag.com“Marty Tripe Vintage Days" will be held on October 1-3 at Competitive Edge in SoCal and on November 12-14 at Rio Bravo in Texas. The California event will include a Jim Gibson motocross school on October 1 and the special Marty Tripes 100cc Works Revenge class. In Texas, Marty Smith will host a motocross school on November 12 and the race day is Saturday, November

Top 10 Fastest Bikes in the world

Ever imagined driving a super hot sports bike at full throttle?you must be shaking until now. Here i have listed you the fastest bikes on the planet( 10 of them). Below is the list of the most Power-packed bikes in the world.this list has been made based on the acceleration,top speed and stability.the top speed is recorded by the Guinness book of world records. `No 10 - BMW K1200S 1You might

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Top 10 Fast & Furious Cars

Apparently there’s still gas in the tank for the The Fast and the Furious franchise. Fast & Furious, the fourth installment, lived up to its name, at least from a box office perspective, quickly separating moviegoers from $72.5 million of their money. That not only marks the highest rossing car themed flick opener (2006’s Cars was $60.1 million), it’s also the biggest April debut ever (2003’s

Bugatti Veyron Vs McLaren F1

It's a fantasy race spawning tens-of-thousands of auto fan-boy arguments: Which super car wins in a balls-out drag race - the Bugatti Veyron or the McLaren F1? Top Gear found out last night. Now it's our turn below.Behind the wheel of the 1001 horsepower Bugatti Veyron: Top Gear presenter Richard Hammond.  Behind the wheel of the 627 horsepower McLaren F1: The Stig.  The race took place on a

2010 Porsche 911 GT3

Stronger, wider, faster – the new version of the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup offers its many customers the world over even greater value than ever before. The successor to the best-selling racing car of all time built in a production series of more than 1,400 units is based for the first time on the 911 GT3 RS, with the weight of the racing model reduced significantly versus the lightweight

Audi A8 Silver (Not the color, Its totally Silver) for Dubai Sheikh

Don't believe this Audi A8 is in the silver color, but it is made from SILVER. When noticing those guys in the pictures, you possibly already knew the luxury car must be owned by some a oil-rich Sheikh of Dubai. Not like Saudi Prince Waleed's the 38th car--a diamonds-studded SL-Class 550 Mercedes Benz which is worth US$4,800,000, the price of the Audi A8 here is not known as the email sent in by

First review of the BMW M3

We've all seen the spy shots, read up on the crucial details, taken a look at the competition, but now it's time for the final step. A review of BMW's new M3. Not due to go on sale until September, the world's media were invited for a drive of the car and here's a quick synopsis of what the lads from CAR Magazine thought about Munich's latest Bahnstormer. Sporting a new V8 engine, the

2-1 Victory to Lambo against Supra Twin Turbo

An Street racing between a modded 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo and a modded Toyota Supra Twin Turbo in the dangerous streets of Yugoslavia. Got a 25-80 pull, 45-130 pull, and a 45-110 pull. In performance wise Gallardo is more efficient however Supra gave it maxxx.......... `Lamborghini Gallardo- catless exhaust (LOC +Fabspeed combo)- 125 lb weight reduction- one passenger- 6 speed manual- approx.

Maruti launches New Alto K10 priced at Rs. 3.19 Lakhs, New Alto K10 Photos, Images

India's largest car manufacturer Maruti-Suzuki launched their much awaited new version of their highest selling small car Alto K10 on 4th August. New Alto is longer by 125mm and comes with new K series engine and 2 version LXi and the VXi. New Alto K10 have been given a fresh look with a newly designed front and rear lights.The Alto K10 sports a 5- Speed Manual Transmission with Cable Gear Shift.

Marty Tripes

.Marty Tripes was a leading AMA motocross and Supercross rider of the 1970s and early 1980s. He will always be remembered for winning the Superbowl of Motocross at the Los Angeles Coliseum in July of 1972, just a few weeks after turning 16. That race was a seminal event in American motocross history and was considered the first true stadium Supercross race.In all, Tripes won 11 AMA nationals

BMW Concept X9

The BMW X9 is designed by Khalfi Oussama is a 18-year-old designer from Tunisia. This concept car design X9 has very futuristic and very aggressive color sense. It could be a proposal for a new Batmobile.BMW has seen some rather odd looking cars roll off the production line over the past 10 years, but Khalfi Oussama’s new X9 off roader concept coupe takes oddball beemers to a whole new level. The

Tuesday, August 3, 2010

The desert king 2010 Nissan Patrol

Stunning looks coupled with unstoppable 4WD upgrades make Nissan Patrol new class-leader as Nissan`s `Hero of All Terrain`Reliable, unbreakable, affordable. The Nissan Patrol is a name synonymous with ruggedness, a legendary off-roader capable of going anywhere, anytime. Meticulously honed for over five decades, the Patrol is Nissan`s flagship large SUV model and enjoys a rich heritage

2011 Kia Cerato Five-Door Hatch Unveiled

KIA HAS THIS week unveiled a new five-door hatch version of the Cerato, currently available in Australia in both sedan and Koup form.Overseas, the five-door variant of the Cerato (sold in the US as the Forte) will be powered by the same 2.0 litre and 2.4 litre petrol engines offered with the existing Forte pair. In Australia, the sedan and Koup are offered with the 2.0 litre engine

Toyota Supra

The Toyota Supra is a sports car/grand tourer that was produced by Toyota Motor Company from 1979 to 2002. The styling of the Toyota Supra was derived from the Toyota Celica, but it was both longer and wider. Starting in mid-1986, the Supra (in its third generation, Mark III) became its own model and was no longer based on the Celica. In turn, Toyota also stopped using the prefix Celica and began

1978 Harley Davidson 250MX

.via : www.vintageworksbikes.comFeatured here is a 1978 Harley Davidson 250MX. In the early to mid 1970's,Harley Davidson began development on a competitive motocross bike with thehopes of entering the lucrative dirtbike market. The early "works" bikes wentthrough a lot of changes. Marty Tripes and Rex Staten were the most recognizable pros to campaign these bikes at a professional level.

Nissan GT-R in Srilanka

Finally a Nissan GT-R came to Sri lanka. This GT-R was brought here by a person in Sri lanka by giving a massive amount specially for tax. If you see the prices of vehicles in Sri lanka, there is a huge different than Sri Lanka in outer countries. Its because of a reason and it is the tax. `

Monday, August 2, 2010

Mazda CX 7 (2009)

The Mazda CX-7 is geared toward driving enthusiasts who desire a highly styled, roomy and affordable performance SUV. But do not let its good looks fool you. The CX-7 is powered by a 244-horsepower, 2.3-liter turbocharged engine centered on performance, and, like all Mazdas, has the soul of a sportscar.The 2009 CX-7 adds minor enhancements to its standard and optional features. All models receive

2010 Bonneville Speed Week

.2010 Speed WeekAug 14-20Bonneville Speedway is an area of the Bonneville Salt Flats near Wendover, Utah, that is marked out for motor sports. It is particularly noted as the venue for numerous land speed records, typically set during Speed Week in September of each year - although other events are scheduled.The salt flats were first used for motor sports in 1912, but didn't become truly popular

Top Ten Fastest Cars In The World

While most of us can only dream of owning the fastest car in the world, some will do whatever it takes to possess such speed and power. So, how fast are the fastest cars in the world? Here are the 10 fastest cars available on the market measures by top speed. ` 10. Porsche Carrera GT:Top Speed : 205 mph, 0-60 in 3.9 secs. Aluminum, 68 Degree, Water Cooled V10 Engine with 612 hp, base

Sunday, August 1, 2010

House And Restaurant Car

A beatiful looking hotel or restaurant or a car whatever you say it. Now here's a "car" you can truly live in. What you're looking at in these pictures is the "Auto Residence" home and its sister project, "The Car . Das Auto" restaurant, both of which are located near Salzburg Austria. Although it may take a bit of imagination to figure it out, the design of the two buildings is themed after the

Indian Flag Car

Here's the INDIAN FLAG CAR. The Indian Formula One Racing team Force India, while yet to get of the bottom of the pile, came close to winning their first F1 points in Shanghai last week. The team sports the Indian flag as its team colors and has attracted sponsorship from Indian companies Kingfisher, ICICI Bank, Reliance Industries and Kanyan Capital. Force India was formed after Indian

2010 saab 9-5

The 2010 saab 9-5 skin distinctive styling with a bold front end and a sleek profile. Overall, the project is pretty much what we estimated but there are several interesting touches such as blackened A-pillars and night decrease across the top of the border windows. At the rear, the sloping C-pillars help to give 9-5 a dramatic appearance which extend helped by obvious LED taillights.Inside, the