venerdì 20 dicembre 2013

"Rosso Emozione" meeting @ Museo Casa Enzo Ferrari [video]

The meeting Rosso Emozione took place in Modena on Sunday 15th December 2013, inside the courtyard of the MEF, Enzo Ferrari Museum. The two biggest clubs of vintage cars present with their exhibited jewels were the "Scuderia Ferrari Club - Enzo Ferrari" of Modena and the "500 Club Mania." In the video you can see some overview of the static exposure, then the passage of the cars for the parade starting from the Museum. Watch the video and the photos below:

lunedì 16 dicembre 2013

BMW M3 pick-up drifting [video]

I filmed this BMW M3 E46 modified into a pickup during a day of drifting at the Modena racetrack. In the video you can see some drifting scenes filmed from outside, then the on board action!

mercoledì 11 dicembre 2013

A day of drifting at Autodromo di Modena [video]

I filmed this fantastic day of drifting at the Modena racetrack. In the video below you can see a lot of BMW M3 (E30, E36, E46 and the E92 with the G Power supercharger kit), an Opel Omega V6 and a Nissan SX200 burning a lot of tires. Watch the video below!

giovedì 28 novembre 2013

BMW Z4 from HELL: start up, revs, launch and on board [video]

I filmed this black BMW Z4 3.0si Coupe E86 in action. In the video you can see some details of the car, then the start up, some revs and launches with smoking tires, accelerations, a powerslide and some on board scenes! Listen to the pure sound of the engine: this car is fitted with straight pipes exhaust, decatted and the sound is just insane! In addiction to the exhaust, the car is fitted with a remapped ECU, direct carbon intake, new tappet and camshafts and modified Vanos. Watch the video below!

venerdì 22 novembre 2013

Ford Mustang GT with Borla exhaust: start up, revs, launch, on board & more! [video]

I've filmed this Ford Mustang GT Convertible 1999-2004 fitted with Borla full exhaust system in action! You can see some details of the car, then the start up of the engine, some revs and some launches on the straight. In the video there are also fly bys and on board driving and accelerations. This model features a 4.6-liter V8 engine with 265 hp at 5250 rpm and 409 Nm at 4000 rpm.  Listen to the brutal sound of this wild American V8 in the video below! 

giovedì 14 novembre 2013

Volswagen Golf GTI Mk1: start up and track scenes [video]

I filmed this modified Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk1 at the Modena racetrack during the Japanese Cars Meeting. In the video you can see some details of the car, then you can listen to the start up of the engine and see driving scenes on the track, with pure sound during acceleration. The GTI was powered by a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine fed by a Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection, which helped it develop 110 PS at 6,100 rpm and 140 Nm of torque at 5,000 rpm. Aided with a curb weight of just 810 Kg, it allowed the GTI to accelerate 0-60 mph in 9 seconds and reach a top speed of 180 km/h.

venerdì 8 novembre 2013

Modified Ford Escort RS Cosworth: start up and track scenes (video)

I filmed this modified Ford Escort Cosworth during some tests at the Modena racetrack. In the video you can see the start up of the engine and some driving scenes on the track. Listen to the brutal noise of the turbo during acceleration!

martedì 5 novembre 2013

Renault Clio Cup in action: start up, revs and track (video)

I filmed this Renault Clio Cup during the JCM at the Modena racetrack. In the video you can see some details of the car: the exterior, the interior and the engine. Then you can listen to the start up and the pure sound of the engine, some revs to warm up and see some driving scenes on the track. 
Watch the video below!

domenica 3 novembre 2013

ATS 300 LEGGERA

ATS presented the all new ATS SPORT 1000 in 2012 and the retro style supercar ATS 2500 GT in 2013, now ATS is ready to launch on the market a new series of superlight cars on a new chassis platform with front mid-engine layout and rear wheel drive. The new ATS spider is named 300 LEGGERA and rappresent an “homage” at typical italian small sportscars of fifties and sixties that had great success in US with name of “Etceterini cars”: 2 seaters sportscars with nice body design, superlight configurations and capable of great performances in US and European competitions both on roads and tracks. ATS offers with the new 300 LEGGERA the chance to own a performance car with classic design , fun and pure to drive without any electronic devices and easy to service and maintain. The 300 denomination is relative at the power to weight ratio of the new ATS spider: the 300 LEGGERA has a 1600cc turbocharged engine with 200bhp on 650 kg curb weight without any help from electronic systems like EBD or traction control. Fun is guaranteed! Every single car will be built on customer specifications from 30.000 euros and will be ready in 2014 for European and American markets.

sabato 2 novembre 2013

Mazda MX-5 on board at JCM (video)

I filmed this Mazda MX-5 Miata NA at the Modena racetrack during the Japanese Cars Meeting 2013. In the video you can see the start up of the engine, then some on board action on the track: the driver raced a Citroen Saxo VTS and tried to battle an Honda S2000. In the video you can see also some drifting. Amazing car, fantastic experience, I didn't imagine that a 1.6-liter engine can give so much fun! 

giovedì 31 ottobre 2013

Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione revving and spitting flames (video)

In the video below you can see a Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione revving and spitting some flames from the exhaust. The video was taken at the Top Gear cup at the Modena racetrack.

mercoledì 30 ottobre 2013

Ferrari 330 GT 2+2 spotted

In the pictures below you can see a wonderful Ferrari 330 GT 2+2 that I spotted around my town. This is the second series, built from 1965 to 1967 in 474 examples. The engine was a 4.0-liter V12 60° front-mounted, the power delivered by the engine was 300 hp at 6600 rpm. The maximum speed reached by the vehicle was 245 km/h.

lunedì 28 ottobre 2013

JCM @ Autodromo di Modena

Yesterday the Japanese cars meeting, a gathering of Japanese cars, took place at the Autodromo di Modena. The car arrived a bit 'all over Italy were certainly more than a hundred! The show was guaranteed. In addition to the static gathering, where you could see the cars parked in the paddock, the track was open to run and do battle! I could taste the curves of the track as passenger aboard a fantastic Mazda MX-5, for which I thank very much the owner! In the coming days I will upload the video on board and much more! Meanwhile, check out the pictures below!

sabato 26 ottobre 2013

Ford Focus ST: start up, revs and launches (video)


I filmed this awesome Ford Focus ST at the Modena racetrack during a safe-driving course. In the video you can see the details of the car, then the start up and some revs. Later, the driver brings the guys who participated at the course for an hot lap on the track! This car is just insane, listen to the brutal sound during the full throttle acceleration. This Focus is fitted with aftermarket exhaust.
Watch the video below and see the pictures.

venerdì 25 ottobre 2013

2014 BMW X5 xDrive 30d

Last night I went to the dealer presentation of the new BMW X5. Here you can see the photos of the X5 xDrive 30d, one of the engines available at launch together with the 5.0 V8 petrol xDrive 50i 450 hp and the 3.0 turbodiesel 381 hp and 740 Nm of the M50d xDrive. The engine of the 30d is a 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder with TwinPower Turbo technology, which delivers 258 hp at 4,000 rpm and 560 Nm from 1,500 to 3,000 rpm. The X5 xDrive 3.0d accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds and it reaches a top speed of 230 km/h. The 2014 Bmw X5 comes standard with the 8-speed automatic transmission with Launch Control function. Initially the car will be available in a single trim with three levels of customization: Business, Experience and Luxury. On all of these, 18-inch alloy wheels, electric tailgate, cruise control, touch screen 6.5-inch iDrive system, Bluetooth connectivity, audio system with USB input, leather sport steering wheel and Stat&Stop system are standard. At a later time other engines will debut: the 306 hp xDrive35i , the 313 hp xDrive40d and xDrive and sDrive 25d equipped with 218 hp 4-cylinder diesel engine.
See all the pictures below.

giovedì 24 ottobre 2013

+200 HP Fiat 500 with Suzuki Hayabusa Gsx-R1300 engine (video)

I filmed this Fiat 500 with Suzuki Hayabusa Gsx-R1300 engine at the Modena racetrack. In the video you can see the details of the car, then the start up of the engine and some driving scenes on the track. Listen to the pure sound: the beer can on the exhaust pipe works as a silencer! The engine of the motorbyke is modified, so it produces more than 200 hp! Watch the video below.

Ford Fiesta 1.0 Ecoboost 80 cv

Mostardino.it interviewed Luca Luppi, the winner of the contest Fiesta 24 ore, after two months and 5000 km from the delivery of the Ford Fiesta 1.0 Ecoboost received as prize for two years. In the video, filmed by me, in addition to the first impressions of Luca, you can see the details inside and outside the car.

mercoledì 23 ottobre 2013

Ferrari 458 Speciale at the Ferrari Museum


My father went to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello some days ago and this is what he found there...The new Ferrari 458 Speciale! The quality of the images is not very good, but you can appreciate the car! The Ferrari 458 Speciale features a 4.5-liter V8 with 605 hp at 9000 rpm and 540 Nm at 6000 rpm; it has a specific power of 135 hp/liter. The weight/power ratio is 2,13 kg/hp, so the 458 Speciale can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 3 seconds and from 0 to 200 in 9,1 seconds. It lapped the Fiorano track in 1’23”5. The car has been lightened (it weights 1290 kg) and it is equipped with active aerodynamics and SSC (Side Slip angle Control).

martedì 22 ottobre 2013

Porsche 356 1600 spotted

The Porsche 356 was produced from 1948 to 1966 and it can be considered the first production model of the Stuttgart house. The cars could be coupe, convertible, Speedster, Karmann hardtop coupe and roadster. The engine, originally a 1.1 liter, then brought in different versions to 1.2 - 1.3 - 1.6 and 2.0 liters, had a range of outputs that ranged from 40 hp of the first versions to over 110 hp of Carrera versions and it was derived from the Volkswagen engine that powered the Volkswagen Beetle. The architecture of the car was derived from the latter, however, also designed by Ferdinand Porsche: rear engine, air-cooled and rear-wheel drive. The 356 boasts outstanding levels of handling, lightness, reliability and road-holding and it is the anticipation of the Porsche 911. 
See all the pictures I took to an example of 356 1600 parked in Lido degli Estensi.

Jaguar E-Type spotted

I have photographed this wonderful example of Jaguar E-Type at the Lido degli Estensi.
The Jaguar E-Type, also known as XKE, was produced from 1961 to 1975 and it was a revolutionary car regarding the design, the driving characteristics and aesthetics. The model was built in three different series that are designated as Series 1, Series 2 and Series 3. In the photos below you can see an example of the second series, produced since 1965, which is equipped with the 4.2 liter Jaguar engine.

domenica 20 ottobre 2013

Renault Clio V6 Phase 1

I photographed this awesome Renault Clio V6 at the Modena racetrack during an open date. Unfortunately I have no videos of this monster on the track, but only pictures of it parked in the paddock.
The Renault Clio V6 Renault Sport is a hot hatch based on the Renault Clio Mk II launched in 2001 and it recalls the 1980s Renault 5 Turbo. The 3.0-liter 60º V6 engine delivers 230 hp and it is placed in the middle of the car in place of the rear seats and it is rear-wheel drive. The structural change has increased the weight of 300 kg compared to the less powerful sport version 172 Cup. The performance doesn't vary much from the latter: acceleration 0-100 km/h in 6.2 seconds and top speed of 200 km/h.

giovedì 17 ottobre 2013

1° Marzaglia Treffen gathering (video)

The 13th October 2013 was held at the Modena racetrack the 1st Marzaglia Treffen, a car meeting of the Audi-Volkswagen group, which refers to the famous VAG Treffen in Worthersee. In addition to the photos that you can find below, I posted the video made ​​by me with the interview to the organizer of the gathering and some images of the cars exhibition. In the video you can also see the parade of cars on the track. Want to know the most important cars that you can see here? To name a few: Scirocco R, Golf R, Golf GTI, Polo GTI, some Corrado, Caddy, Audi A5, RS3, S3 and also two Skoda Octavia. 

mercoledì 16 ottobre 2013

EXCLUSIVE! Ferrari LaFerrari engine on the dyno: pure sound (video)

I filmed the engine of the new hypercar Ferrari LaFerrari on the dyno. You can listen to the pure sound of the engine, to the revs and the full throttle acceleration to the limiter! This is the very first video that show something like this!
The V12 naturally aspirated engine of 65° 6.3-liter delivers 800 hp at 9250 rpm, the HY-KERS system with an additional 163 hp produced by the electric motor, brings the total output to 963 hp and maximum total torque to over 900 Nm. Watch the video below!

sabato 12 ottobre 2013

Queens of rallies: Ford Sierra RS Cosworth start up and powerslide on the track! (video + photos)

I filmed this Ford Sierra RS Cosworth at the Modena racetrack, during an exhibition of rally cars: the queens of rallies. Unfortunatly the weather was bad, so just few cars arrived to the track. In the video you can see the details of the car, then the start up of the engine and some laps on the track. The tarmac was impraticable, so the Sierra goes sideways every corner, you can see powerslide, small drifting and fly bys and acceleration on the straight. Look closely and you will see also some flames from the exhaust! On the track there is also a BMW M3 E36, that races with the Cosworth. 
I also photographed some cars exposed on the paddock: a Mitsubishi Lancer, a Subaru Impreza, a Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione and a Nissan GT-R. Video and photos below!

giovedì 10 ottobre 2013

Landini sputa fiammate poi fonde - Landini spitting flames then breaks the engine

In the video you can see a Landini L55-60 during a night plowing in Casalgrande. The tractor starts to spit flames, you can see the engine head and the exhaust pipe incandescent, then the engine melts. At the end they succeed to restart the engine, after putting water into the radiator! Video and images below

mercoledì 9 ottobre 2013

BMW 4-Series Coupe: 420d M Sport

I posted the pictures I took at the presentation of last Sunday of the new BMW 4 Series Coupe. The model you see is the pictures is the 420d MSport, which compared to other 420d is recognizable by some aesthetic details. The Bavarian four-seater weighs 1525 kg and it is powered by the 2.0-liter diesel engine with 184 hp and 380 Nm at 1,750 rpm. The traction is rear-wheel drive, while the transmission is via a six-speed manual transmission (optional the eight-speed automatic). The acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is in 7.5 seconds (7.3 with the automatic), while the maximum speed is 240 km/h.

domenica 6 ottobre 2013

Landini aratura in notturna - Landini plowing by night

I filmed this group plowing in Casalgrande near Reggio Emilia. In the video you can see some antique Landinis making some show. Among the tractors you can find a SuperLandini SL/8, L45-50 and L55-60. It was very hard to plow the ground, so some Landinis do wheelies, spit flames and make some revs. Listen to the characteristic engine sound of these piece of Italian history known as Landini Testacalda for its start up process. Video below.

mercoledì 2 ottobre 2013

Caterham CDX on board drifting (video)

I fimed this Caterham CDX doing some drift during the TopGear Cup at the Autodromo di Modena. The car is owned by Udrive, that was there to advertise its drive courses. After some scenes filmed from the outside where you can see powerslides and donuts, you can see me on boar the Caterham, driven by a professional driver. 

giovedì 26 settembre 2013

Subaru BRZ: revs, on board drifting and track action (video)

I filmed this Subaru BRZ at the TopGear Cup at Autodromo di Modena. In the video you can see some details of the car, the exterior and the interior, then the sound of the engine with some revs (stock exhaust). In the video there are some laps on the track from an external view and three on board laps (two fast laps and a drift lap): you can listen to the sound during the launch, the accelerations and the downshifts, but also the noise of the smoking tires while drifting. The traction control is always off. 
The Subaru BRZ was jointly developed with Toyota GT86, from which it differs in some aesthetic details and suspension tuning. The engine (the same of the GT86) is a 2.0-liter gasoline 4-cylinder naturally aspirated boxer (produced by Subaru) that delivers 200 hp at 7000 rpm and a maximum torque of 205 Nm at 6600 rpm. The trasmission is rear-wheels drive with limited slip differential and it is entrusted to a manual 6-speed transmission (optional automatic transmission with shift paddles on the steering wheel). The BRZ accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds and it reaches a top speed of 228 km/h. 
Watch the video and the pictures below!

sabato 21 settembre 2013

Top Gear Cup @ Autodromo di Modena (video)

Here you can find my photos of the ultimate stage of the 2013 TGcup at the Autodromo di Modena. The cars participants at the meeting were about forty, some of which are certainly worthy of note! Among them, I can mention the Peugeot 2008 that competed in the Mongol Rally with TopGear Italia, in addition the Nissan Juke Nismo, the Subaru BRZ and the Mercedes A45 AMG. In the paddock of the circuit, a space was set up to feel the emotions of the Caterham alongside a professional driver. I also posted a video with some driving scenes on the track, just a taste, other movies will arrive in the coming days!

giovedì 19 settembre 2013

Shelby AC Cobra at TGcup

I photographed this rare Shelby Cobra 427 at the Modena racetrack during the Top Gear Cup. Unfortunately, the car didn't hit the track, but stayed in the paddock all the time. The Shelby Cobra was born to combine the agility of English chassis to the power of American engines. The engine is a 7.0-liter V8 Ford that produces 500 hp. The car weights only 1311 kg! See more pictures below.

Mercedes A45 AMG (video)

I filmed this Mercedes A45 AMG during the Top Gear Cup at the Modena racetrack. In the video you can see the details of the car, exterior and interior. Then the start up of the engine and some revs. The sound is lovely. At the end there are three scenes of the A45 AMG on the track. The A45 AMG features a four-cylinder 2.0-liter turbo capable of delivering 360 hp at 6000 rpm and 450 Nm of torque between 2250 and 5000 rpm. With a specific power output of 181 hp/l, the A 45 AMG accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds and it reaches an electrically limited top speed of 250 km/h. The engine is mated to 4matic all-wheel drive and seven-speed dual-clutch AMG Speedshift DCT gearbox. Watch the video and see all my pictures below!

martedì 17 settembre 2013

Ferrari F40 photoshoot

Here I post all the pictures I took to a Ferrari F40 at the Modena racetrack during the Top Gear Cup. I hope you enjoy this car like myself. This examples is fitted with Tubi Style exhaust, so you must listen to the sound in the video that I attach below. The F40 is born to celebrate the fourty years of the Ferrari, it is known as one of the best Ferraris ever made, and it was the first road legal car made of composite materials: at the time of its presentation, it was the the fastest road car ever built. The engine is a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V8 with 478 hp at 7000 rpm and 577 Nm at 4000 rpm. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.10 seconds and it reaches a top speed of 326 km/h. See all the pictures and watch the video below.

Unique Mini Cooper with motorbyke suspension (video)

In the video you can see a modified Mini Cooper at the Modena racetrack. After the start up of the engine, you can see it in action on the track. This car features special suspension that make the motorbyke effect, you can see it in the curves: the car bends inward rather than the outside like all the cars with normal suspension. Listen to the pure sound! Watch the video below.

lunedì 16 settembre 2013

Ferrari 599 GTO spotted

Today I spotted this beauty and here I post the picures. It is a Ferrari 599 GTO in an awesome livery: red color, gold wheels and white stripes on the bonnet and the roof. Other pictures below.

sabato 14 settembre 2013

Giallo Modena Ferrari F430 Scuderia

Here you are some photos of a Giallo Modena Ferrari F430 Scuderia, the most extreme version of the F430 and the successor of the 360 Challenge Stradale. This car was developed in collaboration with Micheal Schumacher. The weight was reduced of 100 kg compared to the F430 and the power of the 4.3-liter V8 was raised to 510 hp at 8500 rpm. The car was also fitted with a new automatic gearbox and a new traction control. The acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is in 3.6 seconds, top speed is 320 km/h.

venerdì 13 settembre 2013

Ferrari 458 Spider

Here I post some pictures I took to a new Ferrari 458 Spider in Maranello. In the pictures you can see some details of the car, painted in Rosso Scuderia and fitted with 20-inch Sport wheels. This car features a 4.5-liter V8 engine with 570 hp at 9000 rpm and 540 Nm at 6000 rpm, that allows it accelerations 0-100 km/h in 3.4 seconds and a top speed of 320 km/h.

Verde Ithaca Lamborghini LP570-4 Superleggera

An other car you can see in Maranello is this Verde Ithaca Lamborghini LP570-4 Superleggera. I photographed some details of the car, available as the other for renting. The Superleggera features a 5.2-liter V10 engine that produces 570 hp and 540 Nm at 6.500 rpm. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds and it reaches a top speed of 325 km/h.

giovedì 12 settembre 2013

Ferrari California 30 in Maranello

As I promised, I will upload other photos of that Sunday afternoon in Maranello, the hometown of Ferrari. Here you can see a Giallo Modena Ferrari California 30 with 20-inch Sport wheels and Cioccolato interior. The California 30 is an evolution of the traditional California, and 30 symbolizes -30 kg and +30 hp. The 4.3-liter V8 engine produces now 490 hp and 505 Nm at 5000 rpm, thanks to new exhaust manifolds and a new engine software. The chassis is made of aluminium and light alloys to reduce the weight of the car. The performance are improved: the acceleration 0-100 km/h occurs in 3.8 seconds and top speed is 312 km/h, but it has the same character of the first California. 

mercoledì 11 settembre 2013

A Sunday afternoon in Maranello

Here you are just some of my photos of a normal Sunday afternoon in Maranello. This time I didn't go to the Ferrari Museum, because I went there some months ago during the "Ferrari Supercars" exhibition. In the pictures below you can see the supercars parked everyday outside the museum, available for test drive! You can find all the latest model of the Ferrari: California, F430, F430 Scuderia, 458 Italia, 458 Spider and also a Lamborghini LP570-4 Superleggera.

martedì 3 settembre 2013

Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari

At the "Fiera Millenaria" of Gonzaga, near Mantova, I photographed this Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari. It is a limited edition of 1,696 examples of the 500 Abarth, of which only 99 in Blu Abu Dhabi color with Grigio Corsa details. Compared to the 500 Abarth, the 695 has the same 1.4 T-Jet engine lifted to 180 hp and 250 Nm and mated to the electro-mechanical Abarth Competizione gearbox with paddles on the steering wheel. The Tributo Ferrari accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.0 seconds and it reaches a top speed of 225 km/h. The sound is committed to the Record Monza exhaust with four tailpipes, 17-inch alloy wheels hide increased Brembo brakes, while the stiffened suspension features Koni components. The interior is characterized by Abarth Corsa sport seats by Sabelt in gray leather with carbon shell, the racing pedals and the plate with the vehicle series number.

2013 Maserati Ghibli

Below you can see the photos of the new Maserati Ghibli. This example was exhibited at the "Fiera Millenaria" of Gonzaga. The Maserati Ghibli is realized on the frame of the Quattroporte, but the floorpan has been shortened. The Ghibli is the first Maserati in the history that features a diesel engine, a 3.0 V6 derived in two power levels: 250 and 275 hp for 600 Nm of torque. The petrol engines are two 3.0-liter V6 twin turbo: the first has 330 hp and 500 Nm and the S has 410 hp and 550 Nm. All engines are mated to a ZF 8-speed automatic gearbox, combined with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive (only on the Ghibli S Q4 410 hp). The Ghibli V6 Diesel S accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds and it reaches 250 km/h, while the V6 S Q4 reaches 100 km/h in 5.0 seconds to touch the maximum speed of 285 km/h.

lunedì 2 settembre 2013

Landini L45 night plowing - Landini L45 aratura in nottuna (video)

I filmed this gathering called Party of the rural culture, it is a meeting of antique tractors. In the first part of the video you can see the start up of the Landini L45, called Testacalda for the start up processing, that consist in heat the head of the engine. Then the parade of tractor during the plowing. During the plowing in the night you can see a lot of flames spitted by straight pipes and you can listen to the characteristic sound of the Landini Testacalda engine. Watch the video below!

sabato 27 luglio 2013

BMW M3 & Mazda MX-5 drifting!

I filmed some BMW 3-Series E36 and a Mazda MX-5 at the Autoporto of Sassuolo, near Modena, while making some drift. In the video you can see some M3, a 320i Touring, a 320i Convertible, a 325i Coupé and a Mazda MX-5 burning some tires! Watch the video below!

giovedì 25 luglio 2013

Ariel Atom 2 300 on the track (video + photos)

I filmed this Ariel Atom at the Modena racetrack. In the video you can see the start up of the engine, some details and driving scenes on the track, included also small powerslides, acceleration and fly bys. Watch the video below.

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Iron Man by The R’s Tuning

The latest project of Californian tuner The R's Tuning is a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG dubbed Iron Man. The SLS comes with a red chrome paint, black wheels and brake calipers painted in the colors of the German flag.

Aston Martin DBS and DB9 Spider Zagato Centennial

On the occasion of the centenary of Aston Martin, the House of Gaydon in collaboration with Zagato body shop, has given rise to two unique examples baptized DBS Coupe Zagato Centennial and DB9 Spyder Zagato Centennial. The DBS Coupe Zagato Centennial was built for a Japanese collector, while the DB9 Spider Zagato Centennial has been assembled for an American collector. The two one-off feature references to the Aston Martin of the past, in addition to the classic style of Zagato like the double bubble on the roof and the big front grille. The interiors are tailored made, using rare and precious materials.

Range Rover Evoque by Loder1899

Loder1899 presented a package of changes to the Range Rover Evoque. Outside, Loder1899 offers a stainless steel front bullbar, side skirts, the front lower guard and a kit of PIAA lights. In addition, the Evoque is fitted with new 18-inch wheels and new suspension that increase the height of 35 mm. The 2.2 SD4 turbo diesel engine has the ECU remapped and now it develops 220 hp and 500 Nm of torque. The maximum speed is 210 km/h and acceleration from 0-100 km/h is in 8.2 seconds.

mercoledì 24 luglio 2013

Bugatti Grand Sport Vitesse Legend Jean-Pierre Wimille Edition

Bugatti has announced it will offer "Les Légendes de Bugatti," a series of special editions of the Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse to pay tribute to the six heroes of the story of Bugatti. The Bugatti Legend "Jean-Pierre Wimille" relates to the successes of the eponymous racing driver who won two victories at the 24 Heures du Mans: in 1937 driving a Bugatti 57G Tank, and in 1939 driving a 57C Tank. The Veyron is inspired by the car that won in 1937: the carbon fiber bodywork is colored in Wimille Bleu, the color scheme is repeated in the cockpit. The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse features a W16 engine with 1200 hp and 1500 Nm, which allows it to reach a top speed of 408 km/h and accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.6 seconds.

BMW M3 GT2 R by G-Power

German tuner G-Power has released a modification package for the BMW M3. The M3 GT2 R is designed for the track. The engine has been modified, increasing the displacement from 4.0 to 4.6 liters, adding a SK III supercharged system, forged pistons, new connecting rods and a titanium exhaust system: now it delivers 720 hp. Outside, the aerodynamic upgradews have been cured through a carbon fiber body kit. G-Power has also fitted new suspension and G-Power Silverstone RS forged wheels. Inside, sports seats made of carbon and full FIA roll cage have been added.