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Posted on 05.25.2013 20:27 by Sulthoni , Serafim Filed under: Honda | Honda CB | streetfighter | 2013 | Motorcycles | Motorcycle Reviews | Honda From the instant you jump on its back, the Honda CB1000RA hits you with a massive dose of adrenaline. Its aggressive character, the agile handling and the strong engine makes it feel like an unchained beast that is ready to bite every mile of asphalt that lies under its big 17 inch wheels.The motorcycle is built around a roaring 998 cc, fuel-injected, liquid cooled, inline four engine that is paired with a six speed transmission.The engine is mounted on an advanced gravity-die-cast aluminum mono-backbone frame which links the front adjustable 43 mm inverted front fork with the rear cast-aluminum Pro-Arm swingarm which features a single adjustable HMAS (Honda Multi-Action System).The Honda CB1000RA is available at a starting price of $12,999 with 12 months, unlimited mileage, freely transferable warranty.Hit the jump for more information on the Honda CB1000RA. Honda CB1000RA originally appeared on topspeed.com on Saturday, 25 May 2013 20:27 EST. read more

Posted on 05.25.2013 18:00 by Kirby Garlitos Filed under: | video | car racing | Asia | car movies | Cars | Car News You would think that the cast of Fast and Furious would know a little thing about cars and their prices. But as the Strait Times’ RazorTV showed during a recent interview with the cast in Manila, car prices in Singapore tend to throw a lot of people for a loop.See, Singapore wants to dissuade its citizens from buying cars to keep traffic clean and clear on their roads. That’s why taxes for cars in the country are beyond insane, and that goes for every car, not just the high-powered exotics.So when afforded the opportunity to sit down with Michelle Rodriguez, Gina Carano, Luke Evans, and Vin Diesel, Razor TV’s John Lui quizzed the four stars of the movie to guess the prices of certain vehicles in Singapore.Needless to say, all four were completely off on their guesses, eliciting some pretty hilarious reactions from Rodriguez and Diesel.Let’s put it this way: if you didn’t know, a Toyota Prius in Singapore will buy you a top-of-the-line Audi R8 in other countries.Click past the jump to watch the final trailer of Fast and Furious 6 after the jump. The movie hits cinemas tomorrow, May 24. Video: Fast and Furious Cast Shocked To Hear About Car Prices in Singapore originally appeared on topspeed.com on Saturday, 25 May 2013 18:00 EST. read more

Posted on 05.25.2013 12:35 by Sulthoni , Serafim Filed under: Honda | Honda CBR | supersports | 2013 | Motorcycles | Motorcycle Reviews | Honda Born to be able to merge perfectly with its rider, the Honda CBR1000RRA rewards you with a great handling, mind blowing speeds and a reassuring feeling of total control every time you fire up its engine.At the core of this sporty bike lies a MotoGP DNA, which helps it feel at home on any race track. At the same time, the CBR1000RRA was also carefully designed to keep your back comfortable during everyday riding on the city streets.In terms of power, the Honda CBR1000RRA boosts a light fuel-injected, 999cc, Liquid-cooled inline-four engine that rewards you with a smooth powerband. For enhanced performances, the engine is paired with a close-ratio six-speed transmission and an Assist Slipper Clutch that ensures confident downshifting and deceleration as well as quick clutch re-engagement and light lever action.This speed demon can be yours for not less than $15,499.Hit the jump for more information on the Honda CBR1000RRA. Honda CBR1000RRA originally appeared on topspeed.com on Saturday, 25 May 2013 12:35 EST. read more

Posted on 05.25.2013 12:00 by Kirby Garlitos Filed under: Lamborghini | coupe | Supercars / Exotic cars | car tuning | Canada | Lamborghini Aventador | SR Auto Group | Cars | Car Reviews | Lamborghini We’re usually not prone to overt praises on these pages, but when it comes to Canadian tuner SR Auto Group, you can’t help but appreciate the level of work it does on its programs.SR Auto Group has, on multiple occasions, taken a Lamborghini Aventador for a custom spin. And when presented with another of its kind to work on, it didn’t hesitate to put its hardhat on and get to work - again. That’s why we respect SR; no car is too difficult to give some aftermarket lovin’.This time, the subject is a 2013 Nero Pegaso Aventador, a supercar that not only speaks the language of speed and power, but does so while wearing a menacing look on its face.At the end of the day, SR Auto Group is all about bringing out the full potential of any super car it comes across. That includes the Aventador and to its credit, SR Auto Group never seems tire of giving the exotic Italian bull the respect it so richly deserves.Click past the jump to read more about what SR Auto Group did to the Lamborghini Aventador Lamborghini Aventador by SR Auto Group originally appeared on topspeed.com on Saturday, 25 May 2013 12:00 EST. read more

Posted on 05.25.2013 06:00 by Kirby Garlitos Filed under: Lamborghini | convertible | Supercars / Exotic cars | special editions | car gift ideas | Lamborghini Aventador | Cars | Car News Let’s face it; there’s absolutely no chance in this world that we can even get a sniff of the Lamborghini Aventador J. Lamborghini only made one model and who knows where it is now.But even without actually touching or looking at the one-off supercar, that doesn’t mean we can’t own one. The only caveat is if we were to own one, it would be in the size of a 1:18 scale model of the Aventador J.That’s where AUTOart Models enter the picture.You might recall that this company was already featured here last December with its own 1:18 scale model of the Aventador. Now, it’s taking things up a notch with a remarkable scale model of the one-off Aventador J.We say “remarkable” because the actual Aventador J was an Italian engineering marvel complete with significant carbon-fiber elements. Being able to replicate the design in a scale that small is a testament to the skill of AUTOart Models.Pretty slick work, fellas.Click past the jump to read about the Lamborghini Aventador J An Affordable Way To Buy A Lamborghini Aventador J originally appeared on topspeed.com on Saturday, 25 May 2013 06:00 EST. read more

2014 Maserati Ghibli The Maserati Ghibli will focus more on the philosophy that the Quattroporte sport bigger. It will be available with two 3.0-liter turbocharged petrol V6 and eight-speed automatic transmission. The most powerful V6 engines will be the twin-turbo unit in the Ghibli S, which produces 301kW (410HP) of power at 5500rpm and 550Nm of torque from just 1,750 rpm. The Ghibli RWD S will reach 100km / h in 5 seconds flat, and has a top speed of 285 kmh quote (177 mph). The second V6 petrol engine 3.0-liter turbocharged available in the Maserati Ghibli features not only an impressive power of 243kW (330hp) and 500 Nm of torque, but offers a fuel economy figure of just 9.6 litres/100 km (28.8 mpg). It is much more than a car fuel saving, however, because it is capable of accelerating to 100 km / h in just 5.6 seconds. These two engines, with their parallel turbochargers were developed by Maserati Powertrain Powertrain in collaboration with Ferrari and will be built by Ferrari at its plant world leader in the construction of engines Maranello. Share much technology with 3.8-liter V8 Quattroporte, V6 engines use direct injection technology petrol, along with two parallel low-inertia turbochargers, four-cam phasers and deliver continuous fuel around pressure 200 bar. This technology means that while the Ghibli S V6 has a speed limiter to 6500rpm, yet provides 90 percent of the torque is less than 1500 rpm. The Ghibli also become the first production car in the history of Maserati to be powered by a diesel engine, a 3.0 liter V6 turbo-diesel. The turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 develops 202kW (275 hp) of power and 600 Nm of torque for milling to provide acceleration 0-100 km / h in just 6.3 seconds. Fundamentally, its sales NEDC fuel consumption is below 6.0 liters per 100 km (over 47 miles per gallon). Direct injection is used highly advanced common rail with 2,000 bar injection pressure and injector also has short dwell time. This helps dictate multiple sequential injections for a highly responsive performance and cleaner emissions with a CO2 emission of less than 160g/km on the combined cycle. The Ghibli S will have 360 ??mm x 32 mm vented and perforated front brake discs dual cast, while a 350 mm x 28 mm ventilated rear discs. It uses six-piston fixed Brembo calipers in units of four-piston front and rear to help stop from 100 kmh to zero in just 36 m. The Maserati Ghibli sits on 18-inch wheels and tires, while S models ride Ghibli staggered tires 18 inch wheels 19 inches, 20 inches and 21 inches are available as optional extras.

2014 MG 3 British Design Team MG MG3 have given a fresh new style from all angles. With a flash of style LED lights “hockey stick” daytime running each trim level, a black mesh grille and full-width black pillar and wraparound windshield style ‘visor’, the MG3 is unmistakable on the road. The side skirts dual color design eco MG ZERO, lowering the position of the car and alluding to the fun of the MG3 could have. Diamond Cut, color wheels give a real touch of class in the upper trim levels. There is an echo of fun and sportsmanship that is located in the heart of the MG brand. With a rear bumper insert inspired generations of MG racing cars, superelliptic tail tube only chrome finish and a body-colored tail spoiler, the MG3 is clearly elegant and sporty – the dream of any designer. MG The new baby will be powered by a 105PS version of the gasoline engine healthy VTi-TECH, joining DTi-TECH MG6 TCi engines and technology in the European family. The VTi-TECH engine dynamic and flexible is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission makes this little baby perfectly to bite in and out of city traffic and enjoy a great British B road.

2014 Volkswagen iBeetle IBeetle conceptualized Volkswagen to debut the iPhone 5 integration – which is one of the first cars in the world to have a true integration interface for the iPhone that coordinates with Apple. As mentioned, the special model is available as Coupé and Cabriolet. The colors and iBeetle equipment features are stylistically related to the U.S. company based in Cupertino, bringing their smartphones icons in harmony with what is without doubt one of the most iconic car designs in the world. The iBeetle, which will be available in early 2014 (advance sales already beginning in October 2013), not only will be delivered to their owners with the standard iPhone interface, but with other customized features as well. On the outside, which include standard features like 18-inch “Disc” alloy wheels (painted in “Galvano Grey” with chrome hubcaps), door mirror housings and side panels of build (Over) in “Galvano Grey “black plates doorway with the signature” iBeetle “chrome badges” iBeetle “(front wing in the A-pillars) and a” Chrome Package “(includes chrome trim on the sides). Mounting the Cupertino well structured products, the new iBeetle can be ordered in the colors “Candy White”, “Oryx White Mother of pearl effect”, “Black Monochrome”, “Deep Black Pearl Effect”, “Platinum Grey” or ” Reflex Silver “. Inside, the details on the wheel running on “Galvano Grey”. This color is also used for horizontal instrument base (dash pad that typifies the beetle). The iBeetle also updates a custom gear shift grip, black leather sports seats “Vienna” exclusive and light contrast stitching “Ceramics”. The iBeetle and iPhone – an ideal combination.

2013 Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG 6×6 A look at key data G 63 AMG 6 × 6 makes it clear that off-road world for this model starts at a point where nothing less than a tracked vehicle would have to capitulate. Six wheel drive low-relationship off-road range transfer case, axles website five differential locks which can be engaged in movement and control system tire pressure, which allows the pressure of large tires 37 inches to be adjusted in record time while the vehicle is running – these are all features that one looks in vain in conventional vehicles skiing. Together, they ensure that the G 63 AMG 6 × 6 has dynamics that are more than a match for the toughest terrain driving. As a result, the production vehicle is able to break into the highest sand dunes with ease while the sand courts have no fears directional stability thanks to its unwavering. Rocky terrain is negotiated with all the agility of a mountain goat, ford a river almost becomes child’s play thanks to the impressive fording ability of a meter. And anyone exploring the road performance is sure to be impressed by accelerating this pill similar catapult 3.85 tons. Despite their unique drive technology, the car show do not actually represent a new breakthrough in terms of technology. After 34 years of production of Class G, there is a variety of pieces such as “G” to take advantage of the G 63 AMG 6 × 6 production is almost exclusively with components in series production under the skin. An example of this is the power train: the AMG V8 biturbo engine with 400 kW (544 hp) and 760 Nm of torque, the AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC automatic transmission is combined with front-wheel drive system of the G 63 AMG and rear drive train twice the 6 × 6 version that has already proven its reliability in the service to users, such as the Australian Army. Besides the shafts ingenious website that also have military origins, here making his debut in a civilian vehicle. Visually, the G 63 AMG 6 × 6 pickup leaves no doubt as to his true calling. The large tires on all three axes, the huge ground clearance, the height of nearly 2.30 meters and width of some 2.10 meters and clean cut lines of the truck immediately command respect. Like the G 65 AMG G 63 AMG models and before the great terrain with its 5.87 meters long, the body which has the characteristic of the face of the brand AMG with the “double sheet” radiator grille. Other visual highlights include the use of carbon fiber smart for integrated LED light strip on the windshield, as well as for large wheel arches, while the section of the rear cargo area has a ROPS distinctive stainless steel . The cargo area, which is lined with bamboo for strength and durability, can be accessed through a trapdoor. Luxury sports car, the AMG stamp, is the defining characteristic of the interior. The G 63 AMG 6 × 6 welcomes its occupants on board with an exclusive atmosphere of classic red or light brown designo leather with contrasting stitching and attractive diamond quilting. The four individual seats are electrically adjustable heated and ventilated. The rear compartment is equipped with a special center console while the headlining and pillars are finished in Alcantara ® back panel is trimmed in leather covering.The.

Following a teaser for an all-new large BMW coupe designed by renowned Italian design firm Pininfarina, the two outlets unveiled the concept in whole, donning the name,  Gran Lusso Coupe. From the teaser, it was described to be a large GT coupe with a big V12 under the long hood, which in essence hints at a potential BMW 8-Series successor. Though despite the fact that the 2013 BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupe isn’t explicitly described to be a an 8-Series successor by name, the last BMW coupe to house a V12 under its hood was the 8-Series. And since the 8-Series was axed in 1999, Roundel enthusiasts have long waited for an 8-Series sucessor. “The appeal of this collaboration with Pininfarina is that you get another, very different and special angle on facets like luxury and exclusivity,” said Karim Habib, BMW Design’s leader. “The Italian company, after all, has always been a byword for these criteria in particular, demonstrating time and again its keen sensitivity and exceptional finesse in these areas. In Pininfarina we have found the ideal partner to lend shape to this vehicle concept.” Also hinting at the 8-Series are some cues such as the long, sloping and wedged-shape hood, which carries fluidly and consistently along the car’s broad shoulder line that runs all the way to the trunk. Large windows and a raked rear-roofline all hint at the glory days of BMW’s former flagship two-door, while incorporating many of the current styling cues found in BMW’s current design philosophy. Altogether, it makes out to be one very attractive GT BMW Coupe. Though no official word has been released regarding a production version. But then again, majority of these concepts are built to gauge public interest. That said, egmCarTechers, do you think that this BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupe is worthy contender for being a future 8-Series successor? And do you think BMW should produce this car? I could already tell you in a nutshell that our vote is yes. BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupé. Cernobbio, 24 May 2013. BMW and Pininfarina are two of the most tradition-swathed names in the motoring world. Each is a byword for cutting-edge technology, style, dynamics and aesthetics. With the BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupé, the two time-honoured companies are unveiling the outcome of their first collaboration at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2013. The BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupé is a one-off and represents the exclusive interpretation of a luxurious BMW Coupé as seen through the eyes of Pininfarina. Working in close consultation, the two design teams have created a new automotive persona brimming with character and ready to join the high-end luxury class – typically BMW while sporting the distinctive signature of Pininfarina. With the BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupé, the BMW Design team took up exclusive design aspects such as luxury and elegance and fed them into a creative exchange with long-established specialist car designer and manufacturer Pininfarina. In this elaborately created one-off, the renowned companies BMW Group and Pininfarina joined forces to bring an idea to fruition: “The appeal of this collaboration with Pininfarina is that you get another, very different and special angle on facets like luxury and exclusivity,” notes Karim Habib, Head of BMW Design. “The Italian company, after all, has always been a byword for these criteria in particular, demonstrating time and again its keen sensitivity and exceptional finesse in these areas. In Pininfarina we have found the ideal partner to lend shape to this vehicle concept.” “The result of this cooperative venture is far greater than the sum of its parts,” says Fabio Filippini, Head of Design at Pininfarina. “When two such tradition-rich and experienced brands join forces to turn a vision into reality, something utterly new and exciting emerges. From start to finish, this project was defined by a mutu