Spy Photos:Cadillac CTS-V Coupe

The CTS Coupe will make its world debut in production trim at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show in November.


It is speculated that the same 550hp 6.2-liter superchanged V8 engine from the CTS-V sedan will carry over to the coupe. In these photos the CTS-V Coupe is distinguished by large cross-drilled brake rotors and centrally-mounted dual exhaust tips. Other notable features include the bulged hood, large sporty rims with low profile tires and, of course, the CTS-V Series grille.


Now spies have caught the performance V-Series variant. Alongside the current CTS sedan at the Lansing Grand River Plant, production start of the standard CTS coupe and CTS-V coupe is expected to begin in May 2009 with both models launching simultaneously as 2010 models.
Source:World Car Fans



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Michael Schumacher Caught Speeding In Germany

Evidently unable to control his urges, Michael Schumacher has been caught speeding in his native Germany. The Polizei pulled Schumi over driving above the posted 62 MPH limit, slapping him with a fine of about $108 and three points on his license. But that only equates to ten over the speed limit — some claim he was actually caught doing 87 MPH — not a big deal to you and me, but according to highly precise German law, Schumi should have gotten his license suspended. So what does the F1 meister have to say about all this?
Source:jalopnik.com



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Paris Motor Show:Honda Insight Concept

The Honda concept shares some styling cues with the FCX Clarity fuel cell vehicle, though it’s hard to overlook its obvious resemblance to the Toyota Prius as well. Like the Prius, the Insight concept will offer the versatility of a five-door hatchback configuration, and gain the aerodynamic benefits of the reduced front end profile. Despite its visual similarity, Honda claims that the Insight will be priced “significantly below hybrids available today,” when the car debuts in the U.S. market next spring.


The Insight will go on sale with rather huge expectations from its parent company, which says that it expects to sell on the order of 200,000 examples worldwide, and more than 100,000 units in the U.S. alone. Those hybrid sales will also be boosted with the launch of a smaller, sportier model based on the CR-Z concept, after the Insight is revealed.Read All



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BMW X1 Gets Stuck in Snow Bank

All the spy could say is that the "BMW X1 is not production ready." We just chalk it up to BMW's bad luck. Maybe they can produce a video of the rumored Audi Q3 and Mercedes-Benz BLK suffering the same fate. Or maybe BMW should not have released the video of the X1 drifting on snow after all.


Looks like the 2010 BMW X1 may not be as adept at driving on snow as BMW would have us believe. Although we're pretty sure the car handles well, it was BMW's misfortune that a test driver lost control of the vehicle, getting stuck in the snow ... with a spy photographer a few meters away.



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Lamborghini Academy program

Lamborghini has announced the official dates for its 2009 Academy programs, with courses open to all driving enthusiasts – not just Lamborghini customers.


The Advanced Academy is the top level course which concentrates on optimum control and performance on the track, backed by an in-vehicle telemetry system in either the Gallardo LP560-4 or Murciélago LP640.


For a bit more fun, the Winter Academy provides limited-grip driving to explore the full potential of Lamborghini’s all-wheel-drive system on snow and ice in a safety-controlled environment.
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Aston Martin V12 Vantage Carbon Black Edition

Showcasing the super cool Aston Martin V12 Vantage carbon black edition car. This cool car celebrates the enormous success of the DBS and V12 Vantage. This new special edition Aston Martin adds a typically understated flair to these acclaimed models.

Featuring bespoke Carbon Black metallic paint especially formulated with a subtle metallic twist to create a deep rich patina. Each car will undergo 50 man-hours of hand painting followed by stringent quality checks. For the V12 Vantage the iconic Aston Martin side strake has been fashioned from real carbon fibre backed by a black mesh and complimented with gloss black 10 spoke diamond turned alloy wheels. A bright finished grille and front parking sensors (normally an option) complete the exterior detailing.

Inside this cool car, owners will be greeted to swathes of Obsidian Black leather highlighted with a contrast silver coarse stitch all hand stitched by the craftspeople at Gaydon – Aston Martin’s global headquarters in England.

Image credits: © Aston Martin. 

Lightweight seats formed from Carbon Fibre and Kevlar saving 17 kg over the standard seat also feature together with Piano black facia trim, centre stack and centre console, anodised black tread plates and unique sill plaques build on the carbon theme. The Aston Martin 700w Premium Audio System is delivered as standard in the V12 Vantage while the DBS boasts the Bang and Olufsen Beosound DBS audio system as standard.

Customers who order a Carbon Black Edition V12 Vantage will have the opportunity to experience Aston Martin’s renowned Performance Driving Course (UK and Europe only) free of charge which offers a memorable day helping customers to equip themselves with the skill sets to enhance the enjoyment of their Aston Martin on the track.

The Carbon Black Editions are available to order from the official Aston Martin dealership network with final pricing (expected to be approximately 5% over current base prices) to be confirmed very soon - January 2010 possibly.

Lamborghini Ankonian

Check out the pictures of this cool Lamborghini car concept designed by Slavche Tanevsky. This super sports car is a more aggressive version of the famous Lamborghini Reventon. Officially named the Lamborghini Ankonian, this car could make a seriously cool Batmobile for the next Batman movie!

Luxury Garia Golf Car

The Garia - one very cool luxury golf car and with a price tag of $17,499 it targets one type of person.

Built to the highest standards of the automotive industry The Garia features a double wishbone front suspension similar to those found in sports cars and inspired by Formula 1 cars.

The drive train is built by an Italian company that also produces Ducati gearboxes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The aluminum profiles in the frame are made by the same company that supplies aluminum profiles to Aston Martin, Jaguar and Volvo. Hydraulic brakes on all four wheels with discs in the front and drums at the rear.

The Garia is manufactured at the Valmet Automotive factory in Finland, manufacturer of the Porsche Cayman and Porsche Boxster.

 

 

Top it all off with an in-built refrigerator, hand-stitched seats and an exclusive personalization program where you can choose to have The Garia painted in your favorite color or matched to your other cars. With The Garia you are sure to get the most desirable golf car ever created.

Designed by Danish designer Anders Lynge, The Garia is innovative and unique and follows the renowned Scandinavian tradition of clear-cut and classic lines combined with functionality.

Still not satisfied? In 2010, The Garia will be street legal and available in the US market as an LSV (Low Speed Vehicle). The Garia LSV will be launched at the Geneva Auto Show in March.