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Poll: Which is the Best Looking Generation of the Honda Accord?

Posted: 24 Jun 2010 06:29 PM PDT

Earlier today, Honda came out with official info and photos of the mildly refreshed for the 2011 model year [U.S.-market] Accord sedan and coupe. Given all the negative talk lately about the design direction Honda has taken as well as the not-so-positive comments on the facelifted Accord, we thought of a poll; which is the best looking generation...


Retro Take for 2012 New VW Beetle Design Study

Posted: 24 Jun 2010 05:00 PM PDT

There's a lot of speculation going around about whether or not Volkswagen will introduce a second generation of the New Beetle. Either way, independent designers from all four-corners of the world are continuing to offer their take on how a 2012 New Beetle should look like. This here design study for a New Beetle MkII was penned by our Brazilian...


Toyota MR2 Dressed Up as a Gumpert Apollo

Posted: 24 Jun 2010 03:32 PM PDT

We came across this Gumpert Apollo replica that's based on a second generation Toyota MR2 (1990-1999) on eBay. While the original mid-engined Apollo supercar gets an Audi-sourced 4.2-liter, twin-turbo V8 with 650HP or an insane 800HP in Sport form, the Toyota-based replica makes do with a modified version of the Japanese sports car's four-cylinder...


Kicherer Blacks Out and Pumps Up Mercedes SLS AMG Gullwing

Posted: 24 Jun 2010 02:51 PM PDT

This here is the Mercedes SLS AMG Black Edition by German tuning firm Kicherer. The modified Gullwing model gets a full body matte black foil wrap combined with some glossy details such as the center-section of the hood and the new front and rear aprons. The German tuner also puts on a set of 20-inch blacked-out rims with a polished...


VIDEO: Ferrari 458 Italia Challenge Caught Testing in Monza?

Posted: 24 Jun 2010 01:08 PM PDT

A Youtube user has posted this video of what is claimed to be a prototype version of the upcoming Ferrari 458 Italia Challenge filmed during testing at the Monza race track. We can't say for sure if it's the real deal or not, but it does appear to pack a similar kit to the 458 Italia Challenge prototype we showed you back in May (click here)....


2011 Honda Accord Sedan and Coupe Facelift: First Photos and Details

Posted: 24 Jun 2010 12:20 PM PDT

Honda has lifted the covers of the refreshed for the U.S. market Accord sedan and coupe model. Both iterations of the Accord enter the 2011 model year with some styling and aerodynamic upgrades, improved fuel economy on certain versions and new features. On the outside, the Accord coupe and sedan get a new grille more or less inspired from the...


Alfa Romeo Fans Celebrates Brand's 100th Anniversary with Disco Volante Sculpture

Posted: 24 Jun 2010 10:35 AM PDT

Alfa Romeo is celebrating its centenary this year and the city of Milan is paying tribute to the historic carmaker by staging four days of events from 24 to 27 June involving the City Council, Fiera Milano Expo, the Monza Race Track and the Alfa Romeo Museum. One of the highlights of the event was the unveiling of a bronze sculpture donated by...


ABT Treats New Audi A8 with 385-Diesel-Ponies and Styling Kit

Posted: 24 Jun 2010 10:00 AM PDT

Not quite the Audi S8-alternative we were expecting from ABT, but the diesel-powered AS8 appears to be a promising start. Using the 2011 A8 with the 4.2-liter V8 TDI as a base, ABT Sportsline tweaked the turbo diesel engine boosting output from 350HP and 800Nm to 385HP and 880Nm / 649 lb-ft of peak torque. As no ABT conversion would be complete...


Lamborghini Celebrates Production of 10,000th Gallardo

Posted: 24 Jun 2010 09:11 AM PDT

The 10,000th Gallardo supercar has rolled off the production line at the company's Sant'Agata Bolognese plant in Italy, making it by far the most commercial successful Lamborghini model of all time. The record Gallardo model with the number 10,000 is finished in yellow "Midas" and destined for a client in China. "Production of car number 10,000...


Jaguar Celebrates 75th Anniversary with "XKR 75" Special

Posted: 24 Jun 2010 08:28 AM PDT

A hotter version of the XKR coupe celebrating Jaguar's 75th anniversary will make its world debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed on July 2. The 'XJR 75' features some subtle performance and cosmetic enhancements and will be built in a limited run of 75 cars that will be available only in the UK, Germany, France, Italy, The Netherlands and...


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