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THE 908 HYbrid4 TAKES TO THE TRACK
Following its unveiling at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show in March, the Peugeot 908 HYbrid4 underwent its first track test at Estoril on October 11. A positive maiden test One month after its convincing shakedown run at a private PSA Peugeot Citroën venue on September 16, the 908 HYbrid4 underwent its first genuine track test at Estoril, Portugal, in October. The car completed a little more than 300km in the hands of Nicolas Minassian, Stéphane S... [more]
New Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series is the most powerful C-Class of all time
The new Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series is the most powerful C-Class of all time, boasting a maximum output of 380 kW (517 hp) and a maximum torque of 620 newton metres. The AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine impresses with its hefty torque, tremendous pulling power and responsiveness, and ensures high-calibre performance: the C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series accelerates from zero to 62 mph in 4.2 seconds (all data provisional). Exclusive fun at th... [more]
BMW's new range sets a new benchmark for efficiency and driving pleasure
The new BMW 520d EfficientDynamics Saloon is approximately 10 per cent more fuel-efficient than the best its rivals can muster, without reducing the 184hp or 380Nm of torque developed by the 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine. This equates to fuel economy of 62.8mpg and CO2 emissions of 119g/km, which means a company car benefit-in-kind taxation band of only 13 per cent. In addition to the standard Auto Start-Stop, Optimum Gearshift Indicator, Brake... [more]
New Mégane Renaultsport 265 Trophy boasts power-to-weight ratio of 191hp per tonne
Mégane Renaultsport is the best-selling hot hatch in both France and Spain, as well as one of the top three in Europe, accounting for 15% of total Mégane Coupé sales. Renault has now unveiled its fastest ever road car, the Mégane Renaultsport 265 Trophy. Priced in the UK at £27,820 on-the-road, the new Mégane Renaultsport flagship arrives ready to take the fight to its VW Group rivals, including the Golf and Scirocco R stablemates, with a 15hp... [more]
Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS Coupé and Cabriolet goes on sale in the UK in July 2011
The 911 Carrera 4 GTS Coupé and Cabriolet goes on sale in the UK in July 2011, priced from £83,145 for the Coupé and £90,024 as a Cabriolet. The 911 was first offered with four-wheel drive in 1989 and the drivetrain has been a popular option ever since. Now, the 911 Carrera 4 GTS broadens customer choice in 2011, building on the success of the two-wheel drive Carrera GTS that went on sale in December last year. The new Porsche 911 Carrera 4... [more]
Other Sports car news and reviews
Infiniti preps major new sports concept for Geneva Motor Show
Infiniti has announced further details of a major new sports car concept set to debut at the Geneva Motor Show.
Toyota to Launch Compact Sports Car "86" in Japan in April
Tokyo, Feb 2, 2012 - (JCN Newswire) - Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) will launch the "86" compact rear-wheel-drive sports car, which was exhibited at the 42nd Tokyo Motor Show 2011 as a production prototype, on April 6 throughout Japan.
Teen tennis star Tomic disappointed at car controversy
Teenage Australian tennis star Bernard Tomic said Tuesday he was disappointed to have been caught up in another controversy involving his high-powered, bright orange sports car, and he plans to sell it.
Sports-car racing: The Powers of France
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Sports car crashes into Vancouver Island bedroom
An out-of-control sports car driven by a suspected drunk driver crashed into a house on Carey Road, pushing the bed of the couple asleep inside early Thursday morning.
Mazda RX-8: Closing the Circle on the Rotary
The Mazda RX-8, a quirky sports car with a gas-swilling rotary engine, remained invigorating even as it came to the end of its seven year run.
The Lightning GT: Britain’s answer to the Tesla Model S and Fisker Karma?
British automaker Lightning Car Company is prepping its impressive electric sports car the Lighting GT. But can it steal some thunder from the likes of Tesla's Model S and the Fisker Karma?
Sports car enthusiasts flock to Springfield
Sports-car enthusiasts from eight states will flock to Springfield this weekend.
2013 Nissan 370Z: Same as it ever was
Nissan will be showing its updated 370Z at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. (Credit: Nissan) The news that Nissan updated the 370Z for the 2013 model year seemed promising. The update that took it from the 350Z to the 370Z produced a brilliant little sports car. But after reading the press release and looking at the photos, published in conjunction with the 2013 370Z's unveiling at the Chicago Auto ...
Closing the Circle on the Rotary
TESTED 2011 Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring
