WAM offers V10-power with new supercharger kit for the 4.2L Audi R8
March 22, 2009 by Cam Shaft
Filed under Auto Industry News
German tuning company WAM, short for ‘WheelsAndMore,’ is best known for its outrageous wheel designs but the tuner has proven that it can match the big boys like Brabus and Lumma with its latest performance upgrades for the Audi R8. The package includes the tuner’s trademark flashy wheels but it also comes with a bevy [...]
BMW to pit 135i against F1 car, V8 Supercar at Australian GP
March 20, 2009 by Cam Shaft
Filed under Auto Industry News
While the main event at any Formula 1 calendar stop is invariably the focus of most media attention, there are often some truly brilliant side shows and feature races put on alongside them to make for even more entertainment for the crowd. The first event of the 2009 season, the Australian GP, will play host [...]
Weight reduction and four-cylinder engines planned for next-gen Audi S4 and S5
March 12, 2009 by Cam Shaft
Filed under Auto Industry News
Audi took the risky step of replacing the V8 engine in its sporty S5 range with a new supercharged V6. Sure the six-cylinder mill is lighter and more fuel-efficient but what about the prestige of a V8, not to mention the smoothness and aural delight? Audi believes its customers, current and future, will favor a [...]
Wiesmann MF4 Roadster opens its top at the Geneva Motor Show
March 5, 2009 by Cam Shaft
Filed under Auto Industry News
Niche German sports carmaker Wiesmann recently celebrated its 20th birthday and to mark the anniversary the Dülmen-based manufacturer will be releasing a string of special ‘20th Anniversary Editions’ models over the course of the year. The first of these special editions was recently shown in the form of the MF4-S GT, and today, at the [...]
The Updated 2010 Volvo S80
March 1, 2009 by Cam Shaft
Filed under Auto Industry News, Import Cars
For 2010, the top of the line Volvo S80 sedan receives a fresh new exterior, upgraded interior, and a more refined chassis. With intense competition in the full size luxury sedan segment, Volvo needed the 2010 S80 to have the styling, refinement, and power to help keep it as a feasible option for luxury car [...]
Speacial Edition Maserati to Debut in Detroit
February 25, 2009 by Cam Shaft
Filed under Auto Industry News, Import Cars
While there are plenty of import automakers pulling out of this year’s Detroit Auto Show, Maserati will use the opportunity to show off its special-edition Quattroporte Sport GT S.
The new Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT S produces a staggering 433 horsepower - not to bad for a full size sedan - but many specs still have [...]
LS7….in a BOAT?!
Cheers to BlackedOutZ06 for this very unusual upload.
When you really think you’ve seen it all…think again. Someone decided to drop a LS7 into a boat (yes…a freeking boat) and actually customize it so if you were to have a corvette as a boat…it would look something like this. Just speechless…
New Audi AS5-R to head ABT Sportsline range in Geneva
February 15, 2009 by Cam Shaft
Filed under Auto Industry News
Audi tuning specialist ABT Sportsline has released a teaser image of its new performance kit for the A5 coupe, which it plans to unveil at next month’s Geneva Motor Show alongside its previous Q5, R8, and Volkswagen Scirocco modified range.
ABT’s latest kit for the A5 builds on its previous AS5 effort, adding extra grunt and [...]
Porsche reveals interior and U.S. pricing for Panamera sedan
February 13, 2009 by Cam Shaft
Filed under Auto Industry News, Future Cars
Having released initial specifications for the Panamera late last year, Porsche is for the first time presenting details for the interior of its new sedan. The car is scheduled to go on sale in the U.S. this October and initially the range will be available exclusively with V8 powerplants.
Boasting a centre console leading back [...]
Toyota rolls out 2010 Tundra with new 4.6L V8
February 11, 2009 by Cam Shaft
Filed under Auto Industry News
Big, brawny work trucks often find another purpose on American roads - hauling big, brawny Americans around. Toyota’s latest gladiator to join the big-truck arena is the 2010 Tundra, and it’s packing an all-new 4.6L V8.
The big engine may not stand up to the likes of the 6.7L Cummins turbodiesel or 5.7L Hemi found in [...]
