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Chevy Showcases Z-Spec Line Concepts of Volt, Cruze and Spark at SEMA

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 05:57 PM PDT

General Motors' Chevrolet division unleashed three prototype models fitted with bits and pieces from its forthcoming Z-Spec line of accessories at the SEMA Show today. The cars chosen to showcase the new dress-up parts were the 2011 Cruze compact, the new Volt extended-range electric vehicle and the soon-to-be-launched Spark minicar. The...


SEMA 2010: Honda CR-Z Hybrid Tuning Galore [45 Photos]

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 04:46 PM PDT

As promised, here are the rest of the tuned CR-Z hybrids featured in the Honda booth at the 2010 SEMA Show [click for the Mugen version and for Honda's concept studies]. If you follow the break, you can find the CR-Z in a variety of tunes ranging from Honda's own subtly accessorized HFP (Honda Factory Performance) model to Wraptivo's HKS...


SEMA 2010: Old Skool Look for New Dodge Challenger

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 04:18 PM PDT

If there's one thing we can be sure about SEMA, is the abundance of custom proposals for Detroit's trio of muscle cars - yes, we mean the Mustang, Camaro and Challenger. You can find just about any type of tune including some that don't make much sense like this here example of the new Dodge Challenger from Radiatnz Inc., which blends old-skool...


BMW Unveils Concept C Scooter, will Spawn Production Model

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 02:45 PM PDT

At the annual Milan Motorcycle Show (EICMA), BMW Motorrad unveiled the Concept C (C standing for "commuter"), a big scooter that is set to expand the German manufacturer's motorcycle line-up and offer an alternative method of transportation in congested urban areas. This segment could be very lucrative for BMW, as registrations for individual...


SEMA 2010: HPD CR-Z Hybrid R and Racer Concepts with 200HP Turbo Conversion

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 01:42 PM PDT

Next up on our Sema Show CR-Z menu after the production-ready Mugen version are two concept models created by Honda's North American racing company, Honda Performance Development or HPD for short. The CR-Z Hybrid R and CR-Z Racer studies were developed to demonstrate the potential of both street and racing performance. The two cars share the same...


2011 Honda CR-Z Mugen Unveiled at SEMA, Production Limited to 300 Units

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 01:17 PM PDT

We'll soon bring you the full low-down on the customized and conceptual Honda CR-Z models from the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, but to whet your appetite, here's a brand new Mugen-accessorized version that will enter production in the spring of 2011. Only 300 of these kits will go on sale in the U.S. with pricing details to be made available closer to...


VIDEO: Brazil’s Vorax Supercar with BMW V10 from the Sao Paulo Auto Show

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 12:44 PM PDT

At the 26th Annual Brazilian Motor Show in Sao Paulo, the local motoring press were abuzz over Rossin-Bertin's Vorax. Carscoop reported on the carbon fibre bodied, BMW M5 engined supercar in an article last week. We have videos aplenty, including a first taste of the Vorax's sonorous V10 soundtrack and a look behind the design process that...


Kia Takes New Soul White Tiger and Hamstar Concepts to SEMA Show

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 12:19 PM PDT

Kia is represented by a variety of customized models at this week's 2010 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, including this pair of concept versions of the Soul crossover called the "White Tiger" and "Hamstar". The first concept study, the Soul White Tiger, is actually a teaser to one of two all-new special edition models that the company is planning to...


SEMA 2010: Sienna Swagger Wagon Supreme pops some Viagra, grows 44 inches

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 11:55 AM PDT

Apparently stretched Toyotas are going to be a big thing at SEMA this year. After recently revealing Cartel's "All Stretched Out" Scion xB, it now appears that Toyota will also show off a limousine/rolling office Sienna at SEMA in order to commemorate the popularity of its "Swagger Wagon" video. Built in partnership with B.A.D. Company, the...


SEMA Show: Kia Forte Koup Type R Concept

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 11:29 AM PDT

Making its debut at this week's SEMA aftermarket show is Kia's Forte Koup Type R Concept model, which is said to be inspired by its racing siblings that take part in the GRAND-AM Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge. The concept was developed by Kia's racing partner, Kinetic Motorsports, who built and campaigns the Forte Koup race cars....


30-Meter Wide Sinkhole Opens up and Swallows Car in Germany (with Post-Event Video)

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 10:58 AM PDT

Here's some recent global infrastructure news from Thuringia, Germany: a 30-meter wide, 25-meter deep sinkhole recently opened up in an unsuspecting neighborhood to swallow up some property. In this case, the only losses were a car, some road, and a driveway and garage door. The sinkhole, which is one of the largest ones to form in Thuringia, is...


Ford USA Announces Fiesta R2 Rally Kit with 168HP for New Fiesta Sport Trophy Championship

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 10:36 AM PDT

Aspiring rally fans buckle up, as this is your chance to follow in the footsteps of Mikko Hirvonen, Jari-Matti Latvala or Ken Block. Already offered throughout Europe, the Ford Fiesta R2 rally package has now become available in the U.S. Those that buy the rally-prepped Fiestas will be able to compete in a new championship, called Fiesta Sport...


Subaru Teases Mystery Concept Model Model Ahead of LA Show

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 09:49 AM PDT

At this month's Los Angeles Auto Show (November 19 -28), Subaru will lift the wraps off a never-before seen concept model that is claimed to embody the firm's new global brand statement, called "Confidence in Motion". Aside from the single teaser image, we don't have anything else on the concept model as the press release concentrates on...


Four Wheel Magazine’s Project Toyota 4Runner Backcountry bows at SEMA

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 09:03 AM PDT

Do you consider yourself an avid off-road enthusiast, who hangs out more in the wilderness than in the urban jungle? Then Four Wheel Magazine's Project Toyota 4Runner Backcountry might be the vehicle for you. This special 4Runner concept is part of Toyota's 2010 SEMA line-up and is said to have been built as a "self-contained exploration...


Dodge Shows Off More of its 2011 Challenger SRT8 392

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 08:27 AM PDT

Dodge has released a new batch of photos of the limited run 2011 Challenger SRT8 392 Inaugural Edition, of which only 1,492 examples will be built (1,100 for the U.S. and 392 for Canada). Unfortunately, we still don't have any pictures of the interior, so we still don't know for sure if the Chrysler Group has applied some of its recent...


Renault Extends Gordini Lineup with New Twingo 100HP TCe and 85 dCi Models

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 07:49 AM PDT

While many petrolheads may not agree with Renault's decision to use the Gordini nameplate for styled-up and better equipped models, the French company claims the idea has proven successful so far with buyers as Gordini versions account for around two-thirds of Twingo R.S. [133hp] sales and one-third of Clio R.S. sales in Europe

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