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Posted on 05.19.2013 12:00 by Justin Cupler Filed under: Ford | auto shows | Ford F-150 | trucks | China | cool fast cars | Cars | Car Reviews | Ford If our love affair with the Ford Raptor isn’t quite clear, please allow us to let you know that we think it is one of the most bad-ass trucks ever built. It not only has a 6.2-liter V-8 engine with a mean 411 horsepower and 434 pound-feet of torque that gets it to 60 mph in 7.1 seconds, but it is also built to handle some of the meanest terrain you could imagine driving a street-legal truck on.Well, we apparently aren’t the only ones that fell in love with it, as a one was displayed at the Cipate Police Equipment Exhibition in Beijing, China. And this is no normal Raptor, as Haiqiao Industry removed the bed and put a massive RV-like cab on the backside.So, why would a police vehicle need a cab? Well, this particular model is designed for long-distance border patrol in China. Inside this massive cab is a bed, so the officer can take a much-needed break after a long shift; a cooking set, so the patrolling officer is properly fed; and a set of red seats for taking a load of comfortably.This Raptor isn’t all comfort either, as it comes with the standard police equipment, including: search lights, a light bar and a speaker.What makes this even more interesting is that the Raptor isn’t even available in China. Nope, Haiqiao gets them shipped in on the “grey market” from California and dresses them up for the government. It seems odd for a Government to purchase grey market vehicles, but so be it.This particular model runs 1.3 million Chinese Yuan ($211,500) and only the Chinese government can purchase them for now, but the company is debating opening up to the civilian market.Click past the jump to read about the 2013 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor Ford F-150 SVT Raptor Chinese Police Truck originally appeared on topspeed.com on Sunday, 19 May 2013 12:00 EST. read more

Posted on 05.19.2013 11:44 by Sulthoni , Serafim Filed under: Honda | quad atv | 2013 | Honda FourTrax | Motorcycles | Motorcycle Reviews | Honda Honda is already famous for its reliability and each model in its lineup further enhances its reputation. The FourTrax Rancher AT makes no exception and delivers great overall performances together with first class ergonomics and efficiency.In terms of power, the Honda FourTrax Rancher AT is propelled by a tough 420 cc, liquid cooled, OHV, semi-dry-sump, longitudinally mounted, single cylinder, four stroke engine mated on a convenient automatic five speed transmission with twin clutch.To help you tackle any track with maximum agility, the Honda FourTrax Rancher AT is equipped with a useful Electronic Power Steering (EPS) and a capable Independent Rear Suspension (IRS).The Honda FourTrax Rancher AT’s speed is kept under control by a front dual hydraulic disc paired with a rear single hydraulic disc.The 2013 Honda FourTrax Rancher AT is offered with a starting price of $ 7099.Hit the jump for more information on the Honda FourTrax Rancher AT. Honda FourTrax Rancher AT originally appeared on topspeed.com on Sunday, 19 May 2013 11:44 EST. read more

Posted on 05.19.2013 08:00 by Simona Filed under: BMW | sedan | BMW 5-Series | luxury cars | Cars | Car Reviews | BMW After being caught testing in many times, the revised BMW 5-Series lineup made its world debut today before being put on sale later in July. As no surprise, BMW is offering no major updates on the car’s exterior and look, but it did added a new model to the lineup: the 518d, plus a more powerful V-8 powertrain.In terms of design the 5-Series sedan received different structured lower air intakes, a modified front apron and more sharply contoured taillights. For the first time the 5-Series is being offered with two new package: BMW Luxury Line and BMW Modern Line packages, both adding exclusive design and equipment features.For the interior BMW is offering additional chrome trim, more room on the storage compartments, and of course new upholstery colors and interior trim elements.Updated 05/19/2013: This review has been updated with the official details, images and specs.Click past the jump to read more about the BMW 5-Series. BMW 5-Series originally appeared on topspeed.com on Sunday, 19 May 2013 08:00 EST. read more

Posted on 05.19.2013 07:10 by Simona Filed under: BMW | coupe | BMW M6 | sports cars | Cars | Car Reviews | BMW Along with the new 2014 BMW M5 Competition Package, the M6 is also going to receive a Competition Package for 2014. The new package will be put on sale this July and was specially designed to enhance the M6’s handling properties and performance.The Competition Package starts by adding an extra 15 horsepower under the hood, so the high-revving V-8 engine now delivers a total of 575 horsepower. Once the output was increased, BMW engineers made extensive modifications to the chassis setup. They have installed improved suspension and damping systems and retuned the stabilizer bars for added rigidity. As a result, the M6’s ride has been lowered by around 10 mm (0.39 inches) and body roll is greatly reduced.The M6 Competition Package also adds an Active M Differential with its own control unit that ensures a more direct mapping to enable firm and secure contact with the road. The car is offered with exclusively designed 20-inch M light-alloy wheels and a sport exhaust system with the customary M twin tailpipes in black chrome.Thanks to the new Competition Package, all the driving dynamics attributes of the M6 have been increased to their highest level.Updated 05/19/2013: This review has been updated with the official details, images and specs.Hit the jump to read more about the BMW M6. BMW M6 Competition Package originally appeared on topspeed.com on Sunday, 19 May 2013 07:10 EST. read more

Posted on 05.19.2013 04:31 by Sulthoni , Serafim Filed under: Honda | quad atv | 2013 | Honda FourTrax | Motorcycles | Motorcycle Reviews | Honda The Honda FourTrax Recon was created from Honda’s desire to build a compact, efficient and tough ATV. Moreover, the Honda FourTrax Recon is also pretty cheap as it comes at pretty affordable price rated at $3949.In terms of power the Honda FourTrax Recon is equipped with a 229cc, air cooled, OHV longitudinally, mounted, single-cylinder, four-stroke engine which is linked to a five speed transmission with reverse mode. There is also available the optional Electric Shift Program (ESP) technology that lets you shift using two handlebar-mounted buttons.In its off road adventures, the Honda FourTrax Recon is also helped by a set of rugged suspensions. Up front you’ll find an independent double wishbone setup (5.1 inches travel), while out back there is swingarm with single shock (4.9 inches travel).The stopping power is assured by front and rear drum brakes.Hit the jump for more information on the Honda FourTrax Recon. Honda FourTrax Recon originally appeared on topspeed.com on Sunday, 19 May 2013 04:31 EST. read more

Posted on 05.19.2013 00:20 by Sulthoni , Serafim Filed under: Honda | cruisers | Honda Fury | 2013 | Motorcycles | Motorcycle Reviews | Honda In the latest years the demand for custom motorcycles has grown bigger than ever, so there is no wonder why Honda decided to join the race. Fortunately it models are as good we expected to be, but one of its most popular custom models is the Fury – a complete motorcycle wrapped in a tasty design language and fitted with a long list of modern features.At the heart of this beauty lies an imposing 1312cc V-twin, PGM-FI engine which sends its power to the rear wheel through a five-speed transmission.Like any respectable Honda bike, the Fury offers excellent ergonomics, rewarding its rider with a big, sculpted seat, a comfortable handlebar and a non intrusive fuel tank.As far as brakes are concerned, the Honda Fury is equipped with a single 336 mm disc with twin-piston caliper up front and a rear single 296 mm disc with single-piston caliper.Hit the jump for more information on the Honda Fury. Honda Fury originally appeared on topspeed.com on Sunday, 19 May 2013 00:20 EST. read more

Posted on 05.18.2013 23:00 by Simona Filed under: Bugatti | coupe | Supercars / Exotic cars | Bugatti Veyron | police cars | Cars | Car News Imagine the Lamborghini Aventador, Ferrari FF, Aston Martin One-77 and Chevrolet Camaro SS all in one place. No, we are not talking about the cars that would occupy our dream garage; we are just talking about the cars from the insane Dubai Police fleet. To make it even crazier, another supercar has just joined the lineup: the Bugatti Veyron.So, let’s figure out how many horsepower the fleet now has at its disposal to catch bad guys. there’s 700 from the Aventador; 660 from the FF; 750 from the One-77; 426 from the Camaro SS; and 1,001 from the Veyron. That gives the Dubai police force a total of more than 3,500 horsepower! Hopefully it has a very large stable and a stacked bank account to go along with it.The problem with the Veyron is that the police officers could be forced to end a chase early, considering the huge gasoline appetite the Veyron has.We’re just wondering what’s next on the force’s list; can you guess?Click past the jump to read more about the Bugatti Veyron. Bugatti Veyron Joins Dubai Police's Crazy Fleet originally appeared on topspeed.com on Saturday, 18 May 2013 23:00 EST. read more

Posted on 05.18.2013 18:00 by Kirby Garlitos Filed under: | video | car racing | car movies | Cars | Car News Hot Wheels, the company that specializes on building miniature toy cars, has been regarded as a company that loves to think outside the box.Whether its commissioning world-record stunts, or building tracks with double loops, the toy manufacturer has proven time and again that it can think of just about anything to promote and market itself to its demographic of choice.This time, it’s done it again, except in a totally different way.It made a movie - a 22-minute short film, to be exact - to find out the World’s Best Driver. In what can be best described as a novel approach in its goal, Hot Wheels commissioned different teams - aptly named Red Outrageous, Yellow Powerful, Blue High Tech and Green Superfast - to compete in a series of challenges at the Hot Wheels test facility in an undisclosed location.We’re not going to keep you waiting any longer because the movie definitely warrants your time. Be advised, though, the kind of racing you see in it isn’t exactly the kind you’d want to do on any normal race track.Just sayin’.Click past the jump to watch more of Hot Wheels’ stunts over the years Video: Hot Wheels Releases a 22-Minute Video to Find the World's Best Driver originally appeared on topspeed.com on Saturday, 18 May 2013 18:00 EST. read more

Posted on 05.18.2013 12:06 by Sulthoni , Serafim Filed under: Honda | cruisers | Honda Rebel | 2013 | Motorcycles | Motorcycle Reviews | Honda The Honda Rebel may not be as good looking as its more upscale siblings, but certainly has what it needs to make you look cool while riding it.As far as looks are concerned, the Rebel features a timeless design with a fat rear tyre, a big headlight and an old school fuel tank. On the comfort side of things, the Honda Rebel rewards you with a spacious saddle and a modern handlebar which offer a pretty relaxed riding position.The bike is built around a 234 cc four stroke twin engine which offers a decent amount of power and is paired with a smooth five speed transmission.One of the biggest advantages offered by the Rebel is its fuel consumption which is rated at only 86 mpg.The bike rides on a 33mm front fork (4.6 inches of wheel travel) and rear dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability (2.9 inches of wheel travel).Hit the jump for more information on the Honda Rebel. Honda Rebel originally appeared on topspeed.com on Saturday, 18 May 2013 12:06 EST. read more

Posted on 05.18.2013 12:00 by Simona Filed under: Porsche | coupe | sports cars | Porsche Carrera | car tuning | Cars | Car Reviews | Porsche The 2013 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S was unveiled with a series of updates that made it even better than the previous generation. Even so, when a tuner comes with some updates we can be nothing but happy.German suspension expert, Eibach, is offering its Pro-Kit Performance Springs that lower the new 911 Carrera’s center of gravity, offers improved handling and gives it a more balanced appearance. With the new springs, the car’s ride was lower by 40 mm (1.57 inches), giving the Porsche a more aggressive stance.The tuner is also offering a pro-spacer kit made from high-tensile-strength aluminum alloy that widens the car’s stance for added stability and a more aggressive appearance. These new wheel spacers also weigh significantly less than steel wheel spacers.Eibach’s offerings for the 911 end there, but the new suspension kit may just be the perfect addition for the Carrera 4.Click past the jump to read more about the standard Porsche 911 Carrera 4S. Porsche 911 Carrera 4S by Eibach originally appeared on topspeed.com on Saturday, 18 May 2013 12:00 EST. read more