New McLaren f1 2012
It has been confirmed that McLaren aims to produce a new F1 by 2012. Apparently the new version will be just as revolutionary as the first, with a focus on saving weight. Unlike the MP4-12C, which has been criticized for unadventurous styling, the F1 will be ‘revolutionary’ according to McLaren insiders. Some details; the car will have a carbon fibre monocoque and mid engined. And there might be ‘low emission’ solutions with regard to the powertrain. I hope this does not ruin what could be an amazing car, once again. There are a total of 3 McLaren’s planed for the future, the existing ...
Jay Leno Receives a new 911 GT3
Porsche recently dropped off a new 911 GT3 at Jay Leno's garage where racer Justin Bell joined him for a drive. Before the trip, Leno and Bell discuss their opinions for normally aspirated manual transmission Porsches over the more powerful turbos and the much more complicated dual-clutch PDKs. On his way to Laguna Seca for the spring American Le Mans Series event, Bell finds a perfect little road for his own private hill climb. Check out the video :
Volkswagen CC now offers space for five
The sporty Volkswagen Comfort Coupe (CC) is now available as a standard five-seater. The rear seat which was previously designed to sit two persons can now comfortably accommodate three persons. The new feature is Volkswagen’s response to requests by customers to give the Volkswagen CC a convenient everyday use by adding an extra seating position. The new rear seat fulfils all necessary safety requirements with a third head restraint and three-point seat belt at the centre position. In addition, the folding backrest is asymmetrically split, so that even larger objects can be transported effortlessly.
Pagani Zonda R beats 599XX ‘ring time
The Nürburgring has been under siege by super quick amazing rocket boosted bullet cars that all want to hold the record for the quickest time. The Pagani Zonda R holds the new record at 6 minutes 47 seconds, beating the previous record holder the Ferrari 599XX. Although there is speculation that the Zonda R is not road legal, this could be due the Pirelli Slicks however this is still a phenomenal time nonetheless. We wait to hear if the record will be official.
Range Rover turns 40
Range Rover recently turned 40 years old, so we thought we would let Range Rover tell you how the Range Rover came about from its early beginnings to the luxury vehicle that it is today. See the adventures the Range Rover has completed and also a list of famous people who drive one. "Land Rover has a unique history of product innovation. But the Range Rover probably remains the most historically significant vehicle we have ever launched. It is one of the most important vehicles in the history of motoring." Phil Popham, Land Rover Managing Director.
Yamaha’s national enduro championship aspirations on track
With four of the six rounds of the 2010 National Enduro Championships complete, Yamaha riders Jade Gutzeit, Marc Torlage, William Gillitt and Denzil Torlage all have their respective championship honours in sight. Full Throttle Yamaha’s Jade Gutzeit has remained unbeaten this season, taking the overall victories in the first four events, and in so doing also securing four class wins in the E1 (or Open) class on his Yamaha YZ290F. Currently on a maximum of 100 points, Gutzeit is 14 points clear of second placed Altus De Wet. On current performance, combined with the well known reliability of his ...
2010 YAMAHA XT ADVENTURE WEEKEND
WHEN: 23RD - 26TH SEPTEMBER 2010. WHERE: HAWANE RESORT – SWAZILAND If you own a Yamaha XT or TT, no matter what year or variant, then you do not want to miss the BEST adventure riding weekend of the year!!! The third running of the annual Yamaha XT Adventure Weekend will take place in Swaziland from the 23rd to the 26th September at the fantastic Hawane Resort in Swaziland. Swaziland offers some of the best adventure bike riding available to discerning bikers in search of that illusive “road less travelled”. Whether you ride the all new and highly impressive Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere, ...
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Yamaha’s national enduro championship aspirations on track
With four of the six rounds of the 2010 National Enduro Championships complete,...
2010 YAMAHA XT ADVENTURE WEEKEND
WHEN: 23RD – 26TH SEPTEMBER 2010. WHERE: HAWANE RESORT – SWAZILAND If you...
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New McLaren f1 2012
It has been confirmed that McLaren aims to produce a new F1 by 2012. Apparently...
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New McLaren f1 2012
It has been confirmed that McLaren aims to produce a new F1 by 2012. Apparently the new version will be just as revolutionary as the first, with a focus on saving weight. Unlike the MP4-12C, which has been criticized for unadventurous styling, the F1 will be ‘revolutionary’ according to McLaren insiders. Some details; the car will have a carbon... [Read more of this review]
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Porsche recently dropped off a new 911 GT3 at Jay Leno’s garage where racer Justin Bell joined him for a drive. Before the trip, Leno and Bell discuss their opinions for normally aspirated manual transmission Porsches over the more powerful turbos and the much more complicated dual-clutch PDKs. On his way to Laguna Seca for the spring American... [Read more of this review]
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Pagani Zonda R beats 599XX ‘ring time
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BMW 3.0 CSi premieres at the BMW Welt.
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