Videos: Nissan Juke-R Shakedown and Testing
The Nissan Juke R project has just about come to a conclusion. Ever since the conception of the idea of merging the drivetrain of the Nissan GT-R with the Juke, Nissan engineers have been hard at work creating what will probably the fastest compact crossover vehicle around.
The latest videos from Nissan (below) reveals the final touches and testing of the Juke R demonstrating how the GT-R’s powerplant can work in harmony at the heart of a compact crossover vehicle. If Nissan plans to build this thing, we are sure all the marketing department has to do to win over enthusiasts is mention the Juke-R is essentially a GT-R masked under the Juke’s body. Maybe they can call it a new-age “sleeper”.
Kurt Thiim E30 BMW M3 DTM Project Replicated from 1:18 Scale Model Car
October 11, 2011 by Malcolm Hogan
Filed under Automotive, BMW, Tuners
Have you ever looked at the home office or work desk belonging to a true automotive enthusiast? Did you take notice to any model cars or die-cast models that resemble some of your favorite all-time sports/exotic cars? As I write this very post I notice that I am surrounded by upwards of 10 model cars on my desk and on the wall in my office. Sometimes I dream that I could do a real-life build of one of them especially my 1:18 scale 2001 E46 BMW M3 GTR model car. That would be a dream come true for me.
Videos: Underground Racing Introduces New Winning Twin Turbo Conceptions – R8 & 458
September 23, 2011 by Malcolm Hogan
Filed under Audi, Automotive, Ferrari, Tuners, Video
I am sure you would agree with me when I say that the new Ferrari 458 Italia and Audi R8 V10 are remarkable exotic vehicles out of the box. For those who want the ultimate in performance, and beyond, they take cars like the 458 and R8 to the guys at Underground Racing. If you have any doubt about what exactly you will get out of Underground Racing’s customized twin turbo modifications, then check out the videos below of the Twin Turbo (1000+ HP) R8 V10 and (700+ HP) 458 Italia tearing up some asphalt.
APR Creates The GTI Volkswagen Should Have
September 19, 2011 by Kurt Ernst
Filed under Audi, Automotive, Porsche, Tuners, Volkswagen
APR's lobby, featuring the 2006 SEMA GTI.
When it comes to tuning in the Volkswagen, Audi and now Porsche world, one name stands out above the rest. APR LLC, which was originally founded as “Auburn Parts and Repair” in Auburn, AL, has continued to blend performance with functionality since the shop began tuning Audi A4s in 1998. Since then, their market has expanded to include Volkswagen Seat, Skoda and Porsche, and the company now has a presence around the globe. Read more…
Hennessey’s Venom GT: King Of The Roll-On
September 12, 2011 by Kurt Ernst
Filed under Hennessey, Tuners, Video
The Hennessey Venom GT. Image: Hennessey
Try this experiment next time you’ve got a long stretch of open track in front of you (because we’d never condone this kind of driving on public roads): at 70 miles per hour, drop the hammer and keep it matted for 17 seconds. Record your top speed, and compare it to the speed of the Hennessey Venom GT, on a “low boost” setting.
If you’ve got a fast car, I’ll bet you can hit 150 miles per hour from 70 in 17 seconds. An average car will probably struggle to hit 120 or so, but the Hennessey-built Venom GT will run from 70 to 215 mph in those 17 seconds. Need proof? It’s in the video below. Read more…
Complete Perfection: Identity Designs’ Custom Matte-Silver 3M Vinyl Infiniti G37 Coupe
August 31, 2011 by Malcolm Hogan
Filed under Automotive, Infiniti, Technical, Tuners
Our good friends at Identity Designs in Jacksonville, FL, who happens to supply us with all of our graphics and printing needs, recently did a matte silver 3M vinyl wrap on a new Infiniti G37. The remarkable vinyl wrap job exceeds expectations taking today’s faddish matte colored exteriors to a new level.
When ‘Attention to Detail’ becomes an Understatement: eGarage 1950 Mercury Coupe Project
August 29, 2011 by Malcolm Hogan
Filed under Automotive, Mercury, Tuners, Video
Our good friends at eGarage have finally launched their new site which was well worth the wait and consistent Facebook teasing. eGarage is all about creativity and they leave virtually nothing else to be desired after viewing some of their exclusive automotive video and image content. “Simply stunning” sums it up nicely. One particular project video that caught our eye is a 1950 Mercury Coupe project. This one-of-a-kind project takes attention to detail to another level.
2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG Gets More Power, Better Lines
August 22, 2011 by Kurt Ernst
Filed under Automotive, Mercedes-Benz, News, Tuners
The 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG, Image: Mercedes-Benz
When it comes to sports roadsters with genuine pedigrees, it’s hard to beat the Mercedes-Benz SLK series. The littler brother to the SL roadster has been sold in the United States since 1997, and the car has racked up an impressive number of awards, including two Car & Driver “Ten Best” trophies and a “North American Car of the Year Award in 1998. An AMG-tuned SLK55 was even used as the F1 safety car in the 2005 season, and the SLK55 was the very first of AMG’s ultra-performance “Black Series” cars. Read more…
