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• Wheelsandmore 2011 Mercedes CLS63 AMG
• Volvo Updates V70, XC70 And S80 Models
• Anderson Germany 2011 Ford Focus RS
• Lingenfelter 2011 Chevrolet Camaro SS LS9 Drag Race
• Preview – 2011 Luxgen Neora Concept
• Design Study – Skoda Vision WRC Concept
• Aznom Is Preparing A Mid-engined Abarth 500
• Fast Five’s Vin Diesel on Jimmy Kimmel
• NHTSA Gives A 5-star Crash Rating To The 2011 Scion tC
• 2012 Audi Q3 Unwrapped

Wheelsandmore 2011 Mercedes CLS63 AMG Posted: 13 Apr 2011 11:00 AM PDT Wheelsandmore 2011 Mercedes CLS63 AMG The 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG is relatively new, but already there are a couple of tuning packages available for it. The first one was developed by Carlsson and delivers 600 hp, while the second one was created by Brabus and packs a whopping 730 hp. Wheelsandmore also came up with their own tuning program but they only managed to squeeze only 62 hp more from the engine, reaching a total of 580 hp and 575 lb.-ft of torque. Wheelsandmore 2011 Mercedes CLS63 AMG This extra oomph was obtained by remapping the ECU and installing new exhaust system. Aside from the engine modifications, they also offer a brand new set of black-finished 20-inch forged rims, as well as a KW suspension. Wheelsandmore 2011 Mercedes CLS63 AMG No word about the price tag yet. Wheelsandmore 2011 Mercedes CLS63 AMG Source: Wheelsandmore via AutomobilesReview Post published on Rpmgo.com Wheelsandmore 2011 Mercedes CLS63 AMG

Volvo Updates V70, XC70 And S80 Models Posted: 13 Apr 2011 10:30 AM PDT Volvo S80 The Swedish car manufacturer has announced at the beginning of this week that the trio V70, XC70 and S80 will benefit from significant updates, starting with more refined engines and an upgraded infotainment system. These three models are going to be the first Volvos that will be fitted with the higher performance versions of the 5-cylinder D3 and D5 turbodiesels. The D5 2.4-liter engine produces 215 hp and 324 lb.-ft (440 Nm) of torque, which is 10 hp and 20 Nm more than the previous generation, while at the same time being 8% more fuel efficient. The S80 model equipped with the new generation of the D5 engine, mated to a manual gearbox will do 40 mpg (4.9 liters / 100 km) and emits 129 g/km of CO2, exactly the same as the D3-powered version. Volvo V70 Being a Volvo, don't expect much as far as the exterior looks are concerned. Updates include reshaped headlamps with optional active xenon lights, along with LED turn indicators in the door mirrors (for the S80 and V70 models), new colors and a couple of new wheel designs. Volvo's Sensus infotainment system has been upgraded and now has a 5- or a 7-inch color screen, located in the upper part of the center console. The driver has the possibility to access a bundle of settings from it, like the Active Cruise Control, Pedestrian Detection, Collision Warning, audio system, climate unit and so on. The bigger 7-inch unit also displays info and images of the sat-nav system, phone, panorama and reversing cameras, along with digital TV and DVD player. Volvo XC70 Introduced in the S60, V60 and the XC60 models, the Pedestrian Detection system with Full Auto Brake is now available on the S80, V70 and the XC70. This system uses radar and a camera in order to monitor the pedestrians in front of the car and has the ability to automatically brake the vehicle so that it could avoid a collision. Other new goodies added by Volvo include an Adaptive Cruise Control system and the City Safety system that can help avoid low-speed rear-end collisions. Both these features come as standard on all three models. Source: Volvo via Carscoop Post published on Rpmgo.com Volvo Updates V70, XC70 And S80 Models

Anderson Germany 2011 Ford Focus RS Posted: 13 Apr 2011 10:00 AM PDT Anderson Germany 2011 Ford Focus RS After launching the "black" editions of the Aston Martin DBS, Audi R8 and the Ferrari 458, Anderson Germany turned its attention to the Ford Focus RS. Dubbed the "Black Racing Edition", it has a black paint finish with red contrasts, along with a new aerodynamic package that includes more pronounced wheel arches, a matte black wrap and an extra thick spoiler. Inside the cabin, you'll find Alcantara, leather upholstery and red stitching. Anderson Germany 2011 Ford Focus RS The most important changes can be found under the hood. The standard 2.5-liter 20 V DOHC RS power unit produces 305 hp and with the addition of a turbocharger and a new exhaust system, it can output a whopping 420 hp. Anderson Germany 2011 Ford Focus RS It might not be as fast as the supercars we've mentioned, but I wouldn't mind driving one. Anderson Germany 2011 Ford Focus RS Source: Anderson Germany via CarFanatics Post published on Rpmgo.com Anderson Germany 2011 Ford Focus RS

Lingenfelter 2011 Chevrolet Camaro SS LS9 Drag Race Posted: 13 Apr 2011 09:30 AM PDT Click here to view the embedded video. Back in 2010, the engineers over at Lingenfelter unveiled their Camaro SS LS9 package that offered an incredible 1,234 hp. Their back this year for the 2011 Camaro5Fest with a variation of the same tuning program. The Camaro SS will get a revised Pedders/Lingenfelter drag race shock absorber package, plus a 427 CID LSX power unit. Other goodies include Lingenfelter CNC ported GM LS3 six-bolt cylinder heads, a strain gauged shifter, a face-plated TR6060 Trans by RPM Transmissions, along with an LPE 2-step shift torque cut. As you can see from this video, these upgrades have already been tested on the Dyno and were able to do a WOT 3-4 shift with both stages of nitrous, tuning both the initiation and duration of the torque cut. The test was accomplished in vehicle simulation mode, while producing more than 1,200 rwhp @ 7,200 rpm. Source: TopSpeed Post published on Rpmgo.com Lingenfelter 2011 Chevrolet Camaro SS LS9 Drag Race

Preview – 2011 Luxgen Neora Concept Posted: 13 Apr 2011 09:00 AM PDT 2011 Luxgen Neora Concept The Taiwan-based Luxgen company will reveal this month at the 2011 Shanghai Auto Show its new Neora Concept, an all-electric sedan that has a high-tech interior and a sculpted exterior. Luxgen is an independent Taiwanese brand that develops next-generation electric cars and from their sketches we can see that the Neora (from Neo and Era) comes with a beautiful sculpted body and an extensive use of the LED technology, with the taillights using a high-tech blue light. 2011 Luxgen Neora Concept The interior cabin of the car was inspired by consumer electronics, featuring generous interactive displays and an infotainment system that was developed in partnership with the Taiwan-based mobile phone company HTC. 2011 Luxgen Neora Concept The Luxgen marquee might make its official European debut at the end of this year with the launch of an SUV model. Source: Luxgen via CarBodyDesign Post published on Rpmgo.com Preview – 2011 Luxgen Neora Concept

Design Study – Skoda Vision WRC Concept Posted: 13 Apr 2011 08:30 AM PDT Skoda Vision WRC Concept Inspired by the design language of the Vision D Concept, this is a study of a rally car created by Pavel Hruby for the Czech magazine AutoDesign&Styling. The vehicle show what a new rally car from Skoda would look like, and is based on the latest design idiom which we saw last month during the 81st edition of the Geneva Motor Show. Click here to view the embedded video. The exterior of the rally car features the traditional sharp and precise edges that were adapted for a rally car that has less constraints regarding production feasibility. AutoDesign&Styling commissioned this project and it was published in the latest issue of the Czech magazine, with the title "Go, Skoda, Go!" Source: AutoDesign&Styling via CarBodyDesign Post published on Rpmgo.com Design Study – Skoda Vision WRC Concept

Aznom Is Preparing A Mid-engined Abarth 500 Posted: 13 Apr 2011 08:00 AM PDT Motore Centrale R230 There are plenty of tuning programs out there for the Fiat 500, including performance upgrades for the Abarth version. Another one is in the works and promises to be the most radical. Dubbed the "Motore Centrale R230", it no longer has the engine in the front of the passenger compartment, but behind it, which means that it will be a mid-engined, rear-drive car, pretty close to the original 500 model, offering improved performance dynamics. The car will pack a 4-cyilinder 1.4-liter turbo engine, good for 230 hp and 243 lb.-ft of torque. In addition, it will feature a new suspension with Bilstein dampers, better brakes and semi-slick Kumho rubbers. Also under development is a Pista track version, which will add another 50 ponies, a full roll-cage, along with an adjustable suspension and a lowered curb weight that should be below the 2,000-pound mark. Needless to say that this conversion is not a piece of cake, but if Aznom and partner Lucarelli-Monza can keep the price tag on a decent level, we should expect them to offer about 30 units per year. We will be able to tell you more about the car once it will be unveiled at the upcoming Top Marques Monaco show, which will be held between April 14 and 17th, along with the Spada Codatronca. Source: Carscoop Post published on Rpmgo.com Aznom Is Preparing A Mid-engined Abarth 500

Fast Five’s Vin Diesel on Jimmy Kimmel Posted: 13 Apr 2011 07:31 AM PDT Fast Five‘s leading actor and producer Vin Diesel was Jimmy Kimmel’s guest last week and. The 15 minutes conversation opened up topics like Vin’s kids and family, his years as a bouncer, the beautiful women in Rio de Janeiro, the way Vin Diesel started using Facebook and, of course, about the latest Fast and Furious movie, Fast Five. Check out the entire interview below. Click here to view the embedded video. Click here to view the embedded video. Click here to view the embedded video. Post published on Rpmgo.com Fast Five’s Vin Diesel on Jimmy Kimmel

NHTSA Gives A 5-star Crash Rating To The 2011 Scion tC Posted: 13 Apr 2011 07:30 AM PDT 2011 Scion tC The updated version of the 2011MY Scion tC coupe has managed to grab a 5-star rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. This shouldn't come as a surprise when we take into consideration that the car packs eight airbags: driver & passenger, seat-mounted, along with driver & passenger knee and side-curtain airbags. Add to this bountiful of airbags the ABS, stability control, traction control, electronic brake-force distribution, brake assist, along with the Smart Stop technology that helps prevent the car's airbags from ever having to deploy. Of course, these 5 stars can't make it look good… Source: Toyota via 2012 Audi Q3 The A1-inspired cabin looks pretty boring in my opinion; the good thing is that it looks to be made out of high quality materials. It has a generous boot that can hold up to 16.24 to 48.2 cu ft (460 to 1,365 liters) of luggage. 2012 Audi Q3 Upon launch, there are going to be three choices of power units. The 2.0-liter TFSI, which will be offered in either a 168 hp (170 PS / 125 kW) or a 208 hp (211 PS / 155 kW) output configuration, along with a 2.0-liter TDI that cranks out 174 hp (177 PS / 130 kW). 2012 Audi Q3 Eventually, Audi will launch an entry-level model that will have a 2.0-liter TDI engine that produces 138 hp (140 PS / 103 kW), along with a front-wheel drive. The German car manufacturer said that the new Q3 can do 45.2 mpg (5.2 liters / 100 km) in the combined cycle. 2012 Audi Q3 As far as the optional features available, customers will be able to choose from leather upholstery, ambient lighting, aluminum trim, heated seats, MMI navigation with a 7-inch display, panoramic glass roof and a 14-speaker Bose audio system. Unwrapped Click here to view the embedded video. The Audi Q3 will hit the dealerships this June for a base price of 29,900 Euros in Germany. Source: Audi via WCF Post published on Rpmgo.com 2012 Audi Q3 Unwrapped

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