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2012 Dodge Durango

2011-10-09T02:03:00.000-07:00

2012 Dodge Durango photos, reviews, specs and pricing exterior, interior, engine and cargo

2012 Dodge Durango

2012 Dodge Durango

2012 Dodge Durango

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The 2012 Dodge Durango is expected to be a continuation of the all-new 2011 Durango. The new Durango is part of Chrysler's immense undertaking in releasing a whole new fleet, including: the recently revamped Jeep Grand Cherokee, the 2011 Dodge Challenger, and the 2011 Chrysler 200 and 300 sedans and coupes/convertibles. The previous Durango, as well as its corporate sibling, the failed Chrysler Aspen, was discontinued in 2009. Now, Dodge is attempting to breathe new life into its SUV line.
Design

The new 2012 Durango is reportedly a brand new truck from bumper to bumper. The design boasts a much sleeker, aerodynamic form; gone is the oddly-shaped previous generation truck. The result is a much less bloated Durango. The new body is significantly leaner and muscular--and resembles the first Dodge Durango built in the 90's (which was a huge hit), except this one is modern and has some serious attitude. The tail is what's especially interesting. Look closely and you'll recognize a strong resemblance to its corporate cousin--the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

The 2012 Dodge Durango, according to Chrysler, will be available in five trims: Express, Crew, CrewLux, R/T, and the flagship-product—the Citadel.
Powertrain and Suspension

Base Durangos get Chrysler’s now-familiar 3.6L Pentastar V6 that’s mated to a five-speed automatic—gas mileage is EPA-projected 16/24. V8 models, sporting the HEMI of course, will have a 5.7L variable-valve timed (VVT) powerhouse—with an EPA of 14/20 cty/hwy and just a hair less in the AWD version. The V6 is worthy of about 290 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque; the V8 pumps out a hardy 360 horses and 390 lb-ft’s of low-end torque. Rear-wheel drive is standard across the board and the sportier AWD system is optional on both V6 and V8 models for around $2,000 extra.
Equipment

The $29,000 base Express model comes with pretty standard fare for this class—a/c, CD stereo, cruise, cloth seats, and so forth. Many people, however, may want to step up to the much better appointed Crew version for a modest $2,500 more; it boasts niceties like front memory seats, backup camera, electronic tailgate, and remote start/stop functionality. Moving up to the CrewLux edition customers get standard features like heated leather seats with memory, an eight-inch touchscreen navigation system, and 20-inch chrome wheels.

The R/T edition—Dodge-talk for "sport"—is tuned for sporty driving and adds other features such as a unique cabin, 20-inch chrome wheels, sport-tuned suspension, sporty instrument cluster, and performance tires. The crème-de-la-crème Citadel is the almost fully-loaded model. It sports all of the features of the CrewLux plus upscale, perforated leather with stitching, H.I.D. headlights, a bold chrome grille, cross-path and blind-spot alert system.

Other options—and standard equipment on certain models—include a 7,400 lb. towing package, rain-sensing wipers, adaptive headlights, rear-seat TV/DVD system, adaptive cruise control (similar to the product found on Mercedes models), and moonroof.
Safety

There are plenty of standard safety measures across the board in the new Durango. Dodge claims there are a total of 45 of them to be exact. Nevertheless, there’s certainly no lack of airbags--with side-mounted, seat-mounted, curtain, and front airbags that flank the cabin. Additionally, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and proactive head restraints are standard. Optional equipment on all but the CrewLux and Citadel includes blind-spot monitoring, cross-path monitoring system, adaptive cruise, frontal collision warning system, and push-button/key-sensing functionality for the ignition system.
2012 Dodge Durango Summary

The 2012 Dodge Durango is rumored to drop the Durango name in favor of 'Magnum' when the SUV goes on sale. Whether it’s ‘Durango’ or ‘Magnum’, the SUV will compete against the following SUV’s: Honda Pilot, GMC Acadia/Chevy Traverse/Buick Enclave (GM clones), and Toyota Highlander.

Set to appear at the L.A. Auto Show this week, the Dodge Durango (or Magnum) is based heavily off Jeep’s award-winning Grand Cherokee. The latter, henceforth, is based off Mercedes’s ML-class. Chrysler and Daimler may have divorced years ago, but Chrysler still has contract rights to certain Mercedes technologies and mechanical implementations. The new Durango, errr Magnum, is expected to hit dealerships in late-2010 as a 2011-2012 model.

2012 Dodge Durango

Hyundai tucson 2012

2011-10-09T01:12:00.000-07:00

2012 Hyundai Tucson from Consumer Reports and others. Browse new car listings from Auto Trader. View specs, ratings, pictures,

Hyundai tucson 2012

Hyundai tucson 2012

Hyundai tucson 2012

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Cars of the Philippines refers to the automobile marketing and its evolution in the Philippines, as well as a comprehensive list of every car currently sold with a short description of the car's manufacturer history in the country.
The Philippines' automotive industry has been around since the Philippine-American occupation. With the introduction of American-made cars during that period and during the 1950s and 60s, a lot of American vehicles had scattered the roads since. But during the 1973 oil crisis, then-President Ferdinand Marcos advised Filipinos to buy smaller, more efficient 4-cylinder engine vehicles. Due to the declaration of Martial Law by Marcos, some vehicle manufacturers withdrew from the Philippine market; some of them, however, returned after Marcos was ousted in 1986. During the early 1990s, A lot of car makes returned or entered the Philippines, but during the Asian crisis, some makers withdrew due to the economic slump, and sales declined. Since the end of the crisis, automobile sales have increased since with new models. The country's love affair with the automobile is on the rise. It started during the 1960s when many Filipinos bought their first automobiles due to the economic growth at the time, but interest dwindled during Martial Law. After the return of civil governance, interest in cars rose and during the 1990s, magazines like Automotion started, as did several television shows about automobiles. In 2002, C!, another automotive magazine, was introduced, since Automotion closed down. Around 2004, Top Gear Philippines entered the car magazine market. Automobile exhibits are rampant, from mainstream to custom-built vehicles are displayed.
Honda's entry-level sedan serves as an affordable alternative to the larger Civic. Its direct competition consists of the Toyota Vios, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio and Suzuki SX4. The City is also a popular college car in the Philippines due to its low maintenance and thrifty fuel consumption..
The new 2012 Hyundai Tucson is the midsize crossover SUV car that is accessible in 4 models, Limited, GLS, SE & Limited V6. The 2012 GLS & Limited models are been powered by the 4-cylinder 2.0-Liter engine and rated at the 140 horsepower. Whereas one may equip the 2012 GLS versions with the choice of the manual and the automatic transmissions, limited model is well equipped with the automatic transmission. The 2012 SE & Limited V6 models are been powered by the 2.7Liter V6 that is rated in 173 horsepower. Both the models comes with the automatic transmission & front wheel drive.

The new 2012 Hyundai Tucson GLS is well equipped with the air conditioning, steering wheel, which has a tilt, automatic cruise system, seats that are made of cloth, the bucket seats in front, driver seat, which is adjusted according to its height of a driver, the seat in back, which s split and is folded, the music system that will catch & play AM/FM/CD as well as console in a centre.

The 2012 Hyundai Tucson SE version is equipped with the air conditioning, steering wheel wrapped in the leather, the music system, which will catch & play AM/FM/CD/ & MP3 music and the computer and cruise control. The new 2012 Tucson Limited & Limited V6 versions comes equipped with the system, which controls the temperatures inside this car, the air filter inside the car, the front seats, which are heated, the music system will catch & play AM/FM/CD/ and MP3 with the CD & MP3 player situated in a dashboard.

The new 2012 Tucson comes with the system of controlling the traction and the system to control the skidding, the air bags on the side for one seated in its front, the curtain airbags, which run an entire length of a vehicle. Also, there is a lot of room in the new2012 Hyundai Tucson for the passengers to sit comfortably stretching their legs when seated in a front, less so in back.

Fuel Economy

The EPA mileage estimates on the 2012 models has not been announced at the time of this review. However, without power train changes expected, the 2012 Hyundai Tucson EPA ratings must stay unchanged. It means the new 2012 Tucson GL may rate 20 to 27 mpg city and highway with the manual transmission & 23 to 31 with the automatic transmission.

Hyundai tucson 2012

2012 bmw m3

2011-10-09T00:55:00.000-07:00

2012 BMW M3 CRT is an M3 GTS with four doors. Read about the new lightweight BMW sports sedan 2012 BMW M3 SPY SHOTS, 2012 BMW M3 SPY SHOTS, 2012 BMW M3 SPY SHOTS, 2012 BMW M3 SPY SHOTS, 2012 BMW,

2012 bmw m3

2012 bmw m3

2012 bmw m3


2012 bmw m3

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I have reason to believe that the next BMW M3, M5 and M6 will be turbocharged. And while some BMW purists now might be lamenting the slow death of the naturally-aspirated BMW, realize that turbocharging is not only the wave of the future, but with turbochargers, you get more power out of less weight, thus leading to better handling characteristics. Now that is true BMW.

The X5M and X6M have been announced, and both of them have a juicy twin-turbo V8. The hopped up version of the X6 XDrive48i's engine throws down 555 horsepower and 501 lb-feet of torque. Both of those numbers are FAR ahead of the 500 horsepower and (seemingly paltry in comparison) 383 lb-feet of torque from the current M5's naturally-aspirated V10.

Which is why I have reason to believe that this exact same engine, is destined for the next BMW M5 and M6. It's far less expensive to pump up and turbocharge their oft-used 4.4-liter V8 than to put together a special V10 specifically for the M5 and M6. Turbochargers allow for both high power, MUCH higher torque, and better MPG than the alternative. Not to mention, take a look at the 0-60 times - the BMW M5 throws it down in a claimed 4.7 seconds. The X5M and X6M, porkers both, throw it down in 4.5 seconds, despite being almost 1,000 pounds heavier each than the M5 and M6.

Not to mention, the Cadillac CTS-V threw it down on the M5 for this generation, showing BMW up in a BIG BIG way, and BMW does not want to let the Corvette ZR1-engined monster-Lac have the last laugh.

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As for the next BMW M3? Compare the current M3's 420 horsepower to the M5's 500. Or the old M3's 340 horsepower to the previous M5's 400. Drop two cylinders, put it together, and it's reasonable to estimate that BMW will hike up the twin-turboed 3.0 I-6 from 300 horsepower to at least 430 (possibly over 450) horsepower and around 400 torque, thus putting BMW in a position to throw down against the Nissan GT-R performance-wise.

Are you against the idea of turbo M's? If so, then realize what BMW already has: Higher performance, better handling, better weight distribution, better MPG. And without having to spend millions on M-specific engine designs, BMW is free to throw its money towards other aspects of the M cars (suspension, brakes, etc), or to other BMW models.

Well, not that you care where BMW throws its money, but I personally enjoy keeping up with what they're doing next. You just want a kickass new M3, M5 and M6. And with turbos, that's exactly what you will get.

So to recap the estimated engine specs:

BMW M5 (and M6): 555 horsepower, 501 foot-lbs torque

BMW M3: 430-450 horsepower, 400-420 foot-lbs torque

Drool at the prospects and enjoy.

2012 bmw m3

2011 Subaru Impreza WRX and WRX STI

2011-05-08T14:22:00.001-07:00

2011 Subaru Impreza WRX and WRX STI

2011 Subaru Impreza WRX and WRX STI

Celebrating a year of broken records, Subaru is bringing the "Fastest STI Ever" and Travis Pastrana's New Year's Eve jump car to the SEMA show next week alongside a quartet of tuned-up rides.
"SEMA is the pinnacle of the aftermarket tuning world and the perfect place to show our new line of SPT parts," said Charlie Fishman, national accessory manager for Subaru of America. "With the launch of the new 2011 Impreza WRX and WRX STI, Subaru is having a record year for Subaru Genuine Parts and SPT accessory sales. The launch of the 4-door WRX STI has rekindled interest for the 2011 SEMA Show."
To that end, Subaru will be displaying four tricked-out cars at SEMA including the "Get More G's" WRX STI built by Subaru Performance Tuning itself. Joining it will be custom STIs from Kicker Audio and K&N Performance, as well as the Subiefest "Best of Show" Winner, a 2006 STI owned by Jamarri Whiteside. Cool as these rides may be, a pair of big guns will likely steal the show.
Travis Pastrana In His Record Jump Subaru Wrx Sti
In case you haven't heard, Tommi Makinen managed to get a prepped Subaru WRX STI around the Nurburgring in just 7 minutes and 55 seconds. That car, now dubbed the "Fastest STI Ever," will be one half of Subaru's record-setting duo present at SEMA this year. The other half will be the WRX STI driven by Travis Pastrana when he made a record-setting jump over the Long Beach Harbor on New Year's Eve 2009.
he cars won't be the only stars in attendance, either. Pastrana and SRT USA teammate Dave Mirra will be signing autographs at the Subaru booth from 1 pm to 2 pm on Tuesday and Wednesday and while not a part of the autograph signing, Makinen will be out canvassing the show floor as well.

2011 Subaru Impreza WRX and WRX STI

Lexus Hybrids

2011-05-08T14:19:00.000-07:00

Lexus Hybrids

Lexus Hybrids

With the new CT 200h hatchback bringing the Lexus hybrid total to five, Lexus is going green across the board at this year's SEMA show with six custom cars representing their whole hybrid line.
Lexus CT 200H F Sport ConceptCT 200h F Sport Concept
Taking center stage is the new Lexus CT 200h, coming to a dealer near you in February. Following the "dark side of green" marketing campaign, Lexus is keeping up the "sporty hybrid" angle with a line of performance parts for the CT 200h from their new F Sport line. While the SEMA car is just a concept, Lexus has already promised to bring these parts and more to your local dealer so you can hop-up your new CT 200h.
Highlights:

F Sport 18x8.0-inch alloy wheels with Pirelli PZero Nero 225/40R/18 front and rear
F Sport high performance Big Brake Kit - Front with 12.9 x 1.1-inch cross-drilled rotor
F Sport performance adjustable suspension and adjustable dampening shocks
Lexus HS 250H By Vip Auto Salon
HS 250h by VIP Auto Salon
Highlights:
Branew aero styling packageHuper Optic ceramic-based window film Lexus JDM window visors
Work Gnosis GS4 machined center disk, gloss bronze anodized outer barrel, 20x8.5-inch ET30 A disk front and 20x9.5-inch ET 35 A disk rear
Branew axle back system
Custom interior by Vip Auto Salon and Top Stitch
Exterior and interior premium light packages provided by VLEDS
Lexus GS 450H By 0 60 Magazine
GS 450h by 0-60 Magazine
Highlights:With the new CT 200h hatchback bringing the Lexus hybrid total to five, Lexus is going green across the board at this year's SEMA show with six custom cars representing their whole hybrid line.
Lexus CT 200H F Sport Concept
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CT 200h F Sport Concept
Taking center stage is the new Lexus CT 200h, coming to a dealer near you in February. Following the "dark side of green" marketing campaign, Lexus is keeping up the "sporty hybrid" angle with a line of performance parts for the CT 200h from their new F Sport line. While the SEMA car is just a concept, Lexus has already promised to bring these parts and more to your local dealer so you can hop-up your new CT 200h.
Highlights:
F Sport 18x8.0-inch alloy wheels with Pirelli PZero Nero 225/40R/18 front and rear
F Sport high performance Big Brake Kit - Front with 12.9 x 1.1-inch cross-drilled rotor
F Sport performance adjustable suspension and adjustable dampening shocks
Lexus HS 250H By Vip Auto Salon
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HS 250h by VIP Auto Salon
Highlights:
Branew aero styling package
Hper Optic ceramic-based window film
Lexus JDM window visors
Work Gnosis GS4 machined center disk, gloss bronze anodized outer barrel, 20x8.5-inch ET30 A disk front and 20x9.5-inch ET 35 A disk rear
Branew axle back system
ustom interior by Vip Auto Salon and Top Stitch
Exterior and interior premium light packages provided by VLEDS
Lexus GS 450H By 0 60 Magazine
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GS 450h by 0-60 Magazine
Highlights:
Brembo Gran Turismo high performance brakes
Rays Engineering, Volk Racing TE37 SL, mold formed forged racing wheels
TEIN USA Super Racing coilovers
GReddy Performance custom Titanium Race exhaust system
Custom Carbon 5-piece body kit
Gigantic rear wing
Lexus LS 600H L By Fox Marketing
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LS 600h L by Fox Marketing
Highlights:
Artisan Spirit front bumper, front fenders, side skirts, rear bumper, dual HID fog lamps, light bar, roof wing, rear deck wing
Rotiform concave BLQ wheels with candy copper finish, 20x9.5-inch front and 20x10.5 inch rear
Lexus/SSBC Modified 6-piston calipers, 14.1-inch rotors, front and 4-piston calipers, 13.2-inch rotors, rear
Satin black Lexus logos
ustable ride height
Smoked taillights
Lexus LS 600H L By Vip Auto Salon
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LS 600h L by VIP Auto Salon
Highlights:
WALD Mahora M11c, machined black polish wheels, 21x9-inch ET 33 front and 21x10-inch ET 40 rear
Brembo high performance front brake kit with 15-inch disk and 6-piston monoblock calipers
Performance Tube Systems Joe Z Series axle back exhaust system
Custom interior by Vip Auto Salon and Top Stitch
* Air suspensionLexus RX 450H By Paul Tolson Of Est
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RX 450h by Paul Tolson of EST
Highlights:
* Leon Hardiritt Vertu wheels, 21x10-inch front with -4 offset, 21x12-inch rear with +9 offset
Air Runner Integrated suspension systems
* Hired Gun Paint Werks widebody conversion
Rotora RFK Series 6-piston custom color caliper, 355mm x 32 mm 2-piece drilled and slotted rotors
Brembo Gran Turismo high performance brakes
Rays Engineering, Volk Racing TE37 SL, mold formed forged racing wheels
TEIN USA Super Racing coilovers
GReddy Performance custom Titanium Race exhaust system
* Custom Carbon 5-piece body kit
Gigantic rear wing
Lexus LS 600H L By Fox Marketing
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LS 600h L by Fox Marketing
Highlights:
Artisan Spirit front bumper, front fenders, side skirts, rear bumper, dual HID fog lamps, light bar, roof wing, rear deck wing
Rotiform concave BLQ wheels with candy copper finish, 20x9.5-inch front and 20x10.5 inch rear
Lexus/SSBC Modified 6-piston calipers, 14.1-inch rotors, front and 4-piston calipers, 13.2-inch rotors, rear
Satin black Lexus logos
Adjustable ride height
Smoked taillights
Lexus LS 600H L By Vip Auto Salon
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LS 600h L by VIP Auto Salon
Highlights:
WALD Mahora M11c, machined black polish wheels, 21x9-inch ET 33 front and 21x10-inch ET 40 rear
Brembo high performance front brake kit with 15-inch disk and 6-piston monoblock calipers
Performance Tube Systems Joe Z Series axle back exhaust system
Custom interior by Vip Auto Salon and Top Stitch
Air suspension
Lexus RX 450H By Paul Tolson Of Est
RX 450h by Paul Tolson of EST
Highlights:
Leon Hardiritt Vertu wheels, 21x10-inch front with -4 offset, 21x12-inch rear with +9 offset
Air Runner Integrated suspension systems
Hired Gun Paint Werks widebody conversion
Rotora RFK Series 6-piston custom color caliper, 355mm x 32 mm 2-piece drilled and slotted rotors

Lexus Hybrids

Lexus Hybrids

ARK Hyundai Genesis Coupe

2011-05-08T14:05:00.000-07:00

ARK Hyundai Genesis Coupe

ARK Hyundai Genesis Coupe

| Ark Performance Hyundai Genesis Coupe
Each November, automakers and tuners show the world the wild vehicles they've been working on at the Specialty Equipment Market Association show in Las Vegas. This year, Hyundai has teamed up with Korean tuner ARK to create a supercharged version of its already-potent Genesis Coupe 3.8.
Hyundai teamed up with ARK Performance to create performance parts for the Genesis Coupe. To show off its latest equipment, ARK is preparing the Time Attack Genesis Coupe, which features most of ARK's latest equipment along with several other upgrades making it a true contender for the aftermarket dollar.
Starting with Hyundai's latest Genesis Coupe 3.8 R-Spec, ARK outfitted the show car from the ground up. ARK bolted on its supercharger kit with plans to tune the V-6 closer to 450 horsepower from a stock figure of 306 -- a modest goal based on the equipment at hand. Engine internals were strengthened by replacing connecting rods, swapping piston rings, and replacing all four camshafts. An AEM engine management system handles the advanced engine tuning needed with such a complex setup, while cooling duties are handled by an improved intercooler, oil cooler, and radiator. A Clutchmaster Stage 4 kit was installed to ensure the extra power makes it to the rear wheels through the six-speed manual transmission.
The coupe now sits on a set of six-spoke Volk TE37 wheels, wrapped in Toyo rubber. Sitting behind the new rollers are a set of drilled rotors, gripped by a set of six-piston calipers up front. To get the car ready for track duty, almost every suspension part has been removed and replaced by a performance-oriented equivalent. A new coilover suspension is fitted to all four corners, while rigidity is handled by a new front strut brace and a pair of beefier anti-sway bars.
A complete six-point roll cage was fitted to the interior, along with new gauges, seats, harnesses, and steering wheel. Outside, nearly no body panel goes untouched; front and rear bumpers, side skirts, hood, fenders, and rear spoiler all were added or replaced. Details on the interior trim beyond what's evident from the sketch provided will likely be revealed when the model is unveiled at the show.
ARK and Hyundai are putting the final touches to the project that will debut in early November in Las Vegas. Come back for coverage of the official unveiling on November 2.

ARK Hyundai Genesis Coupe

2011 RMR Hyundai Equus

2011-05-08T13:55:00.000-07:00

2011 RMR Hyundai Equus

2011 RMR Hyundai Equus

2011 RMR Hyundai Equus

In his down time from racing in the Formula D championship and piloting wild cars up Pikes Peak, Rhys Millen runs a performance shop in Huntington Beach, California. While generally focusing its efforts on sports-derived vehicles, RMR recently began crafting a custom Equus for the annual Specialty Equipment Market Association show in Las Vegas.
2010 marks the third straight year RMR and Hyundai are working together to bring a customized vehicle to the SEMA show. In 2008 RMR built a Genesis coupe and worked its magic inside and out. Stepping up its game, in 2009 RMR started with a similar Genesis coupe, but stripped its engine and installed the same Tau 4.6-liter V-8 as found in the Genesis sedan and upcoming Equus sedan. With go-fast parts, the V-8 produced somewhere near 500 horsepower. Generally using SEMA to launch its latest and greatest, Hyundai gave RMR a 2011 Equus to customize for the show.
Millen's work on the Equus is subtle and tasteful. RMR's line of high-end carbon fiber Signature Edition parts include the front chin spoiler, rear deck lid spoiler, and side mirrors. A two-tone paint scheme has the top half of the car sprayed to look like carbon fiber, while the bottom is Red Bull blue. A set of gunmetal multi-spoke 21-inch HRE wheels finish off the exterior's mild appearance upgrades.
2011 Hyundai Equus Front Three Quarter
From the factory the Equus comes equipped with plenty of standard niceties. RMR replaced the leather seating surfaces on the front seats with ostrich hides with suede inserts. The only other remaining interior differences from a stock Equus are the embroidered headrests and floor mats.
In stock form, the 4.6-liter V-8 produces 385 horsepower, but being a performance shop, RMR had to tinker with the engine just a little. The addition of a new air intake and stainless exhaust tack on another 30 horsepower, bringing the Equus' output to 415 horsepower. A set of 14-inch brakes bring the 4500-pound beast to a halt.
Hyundai's 2011 RMR Equus is scheduled to roll onto the SEMA show floor next month in Las Vegas.

2011 RMR Hyundai Equus

2011 RMR Hyundai Equus

2011 Hyundai Sonata Turbo

2011-05-08T13:46:00.000-07:00

2011 Hyundai Sonata Turbo

2011 Hyundai Sonata Turbo

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2011 Hyunda Sonata Turbo Sema Render Rear Three Quarters
Joining Hyundai's ARK Performance Genesis Coupe time attack car at this year's SEMA Show will be a pearl white 2011 Sonata Turbo built with luxury and style in mind. Unfortunately, this is the only teaser image we received from Hyundai.
Fabricators say that Mercedes-Benz, Ferrari, and Porsche sports cars inspired their design direction. Its aggressive exterior lines, for example, take much from the Brabus CLS Rocket. The car rides on 20-inch one-piece wheels as well, much like the Rocket.
Inside, "strategically placed stitched leather" like that of the Ferrari F430 wraps nearly every interior surface. Carbon fiber accents add more sportiness to the Korean car's repertoire.
Under the hood, engineers added an upgraded turbo, exhaust, and intake systems. No word on power output, but it should be considerably more than the stock 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbo's 274 horsepower.
Check back here for more 2010 SEMA Show coverage direct from the Las Vegas Convention Center.

2011 Hyundai Sonata Turbo

2011 Wraptivo Honda CR-Z Type F Concept

2011-05-08T13:40:00.000-07:00

2011 Wraptivo Honda CR-Z Type F Concept

2011 Wraptivo Honda CR-Z Type F Concept

Tuners have already begun to work on Honda's new CR-Z sports hybrid, giving it the added power to go along with its chassis. Wraptivo is working with several aftermarket tuners, including HKS, to create the Type F Concept, which will debut at the 2010 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show.
The Type F Concept is still in the early stages of development, but is sure to include several unique exterior upgrades as well as powertrain upgrades. The concept will feature a unique Wraptivo matte and carbon black exterior vinyl wrap with gloss black accents. The vinyl wrap on the concept is meant to match the CR-Z's sporty personality and showcase Wraptivo's vinyl wrapping options.
In addition to a unique exterior color, Wraptivo is incorporating aero accessories from Honda's aftermarket parts bin to give the CR-Z a "special uniqueness."
Wraptivo is currently working with several different aftermarket tuners to develop a performance upgrade kit, and is collaborating with tuner HKS, which offers a supercharger kit to make the CR-Z sound like a Formula car. Other performance enhancements will include an upgraded suspension, engine control unit remap, and exhaust modifications. Further modifications will be announced at a later date.
No SEMA concept is complete without a modified interior. As such, the Type F concept receives new Recaro sports seats, a new shifter knob, and Alcantara inserts on the door panels.
The picture shown above is an illustration of what the concept may look like when it's unveiled at the 2010 SEMA show, which starts November 2

2011 Wraptivo Honda CR-Z Type F Concept.

2011 Wraptivo Honda CR-Z Type F Concept

Ford Fiestas

2011-05-08T13:35:00.000-07:00

Ford Fiestas

Ford Fiestas

Ford offers various personalization programs for some of its vehicles including its new, 2011 Fiesta. To raise awareness about the Fiesta and its customization program, Ford is putting eight customized hatches on the center stage at its display at the Specialty Equipment Market Association this year.
"It really shows how Fiesta can be accessorized and how this canvas can be altered to meet many different customer wants and desires," Sam De La Garza, Fiesta brand manager, said. "SEMA represents a special opportunity, because we can show off unique designs that other companies have created. It's not just Ford coming to the table. It's other companies interpreting what Fiesta is, and bringing their own style to the Fiesta launch."
Of the eight Fiestas headed to SEMA, only two are customized by Ford itself, revealing the aftermarket's adoration for the small car. One of Ford's customized Fiestas draws inspiration from its World Rally Championship sibling, featured in Ken Block's Gymkhana 3. The car is done by Ford Racing Performance Parts, and as such, features more than a body kit and paint job -- both of which it has. Ford Racing made some significant changes under the Fiesta's hood, inserting a 2.3-liter version of Ford's turbocharged, EcoBoost four-cylinder where the normal 1.6-liter four should be. This gives the Fiesta a whopping 350 horsepower -- an increase of 230 horsepower over the standard car, but still 300 horsepower shy of Block's Fiesta.
2011 Ford Fiesta By H R Springs
In addition to the engine swap, Ford installed a short-throw shifter, new exhaust, and 17-inch, cast-aluminum wheels -- all of which can be order from Ford Racing Performance Parts. Other changes include Brembo brakes and Ohlins dual-flow dampers for better stopping power and handling.
Ford's second car is done by its personalization program and includes more modest additions in line with the other Fiestas. Apart from the Steeda Auutosports Fiesta, which includes a retuned and lowered sport suspension, the remaining Fiestas consist of body kits, special paint jobs, and unique interior graphics. The other tuned Fiestas come from Universal Technical Institute, 3dCarbon, L&G Enterprises, H&R Springs, Steeda Autosports, and FS Werks. Look for all eight Fiestas to take center stage at Ford's stand this year when the SEMA show opens on November 2.

Ford Fiestas

Ford Fiestas

Ford Fiestas

New F2011 Ford Mustangsolder

2011-05-08T13:25:00.000-07:00

New F2011 Ford Mustangsolder

New F2011 Ford Mustangsolder

New F2011 Ford Mustangsolder

Ford's got quite the lineup planned for the 2010 Specialty Equipment Market Association show. In addition to a number of custom crossovers, Fiestas, and F-Series pickups, the automaker revealed it has allowed various aftermarket firms to craft nine 2011 Mustangs for the venue.
Ford Vehicle Personalization SEMA Mustang
2011 Ford Mustang by Ford Vehicle PersonalizationFord's own accessories group was given a Mustang of its own to trick out. Apart from the custom white tri-coat paint, large wheels, and coral accents throughout both the interior and exterior, most of the parts, including the hood scoop, rear quarter louvers, and pedestal spoiler, are pulled straight from Ford's catalogs.

2011 Ford Mustang by Team Baurtwell
This is apparently a rapper's delight, as this Mustang was designed by Funkmaster Flex for none other than Snoop Dogg. The custom coupe looks quite a bit like a Shelby GT500, thanks to a white-on-blue paint job, 3dCarbon body kit, NC Forged three-piece billet wheels, and custom smoked taillamps.

MRT Ford Mustang SEMA Car

2011 Ford Mustang by MRT
Seeing as Scott Hoag, MRT's founder, has a long background in racing Mustangs, it's not too surprising to see that MRT's SEMA 'Stang receives some giddyup. The red-on-black 2011 Mustang GT, described by the firm as a "tough street warrior," receives a performance handling package, chassis reinforcements, upgraded brakes from Baer, and a custom, MRT-designed exhaust system.
Creations N Chrome Ford Mustang SEMA Car
2011 Creations n' Chrome Mustang
Creations n' Chrome's Mustang is pink enough to make Barbie blush, but for a good cause. The tuning shop has apparently partnered with the American Cancer Society to raise awareness for breast cancer, and this retina-scorching Mustang GT will certainly catch people's attention. Apart from the wild color, the car receives vintage Shelby GT500-style driving lamps, Shelby-esque body and rocker stripes, a Vortech supercharger, large HRE aluminum wheels, and a Wilwood brake kit.
Mobsteel Ford Mustang SEMA Car
2011 Ford Mustang by Mobsteel
Although many tuners opted to have their way with the new 2011 Mustang GT, Mobsteel chose to use a base 2011 Mustang V-6 as their canvas. Their slammed, black coupe looks utterly sinister, but a remote-mount turbo system and a Magnaflow exhaust system promise at least a slight power boost.
2011 Ford Mustang by Raceskinz
Hope you like composite materials. Raceskinz is primarily known for manufacturing a wide array of carbon fiber accessories, so it's not too surprising they've decked out their 2011 Mustang GT with all sorts of the woven composite. The company's added its custom front splitter, sport bucket seats, and rear seat delete kit, along with a ProCharger supercharger and intercooler.
Street Scene Ford Mustang SEMA Car
2011 Ford Mustang by Street Scene Equipment
This Mustang wears a number of accessories pulled right from Street Scene's catalog, including a new chin spoiler, grille insert, rear spoiler, and rear valance. Inside, the car receives Katzkin leather seating, along with a Polk audio system.
Tjin Edition Ford Mustang SEMA Car
2011 Ford Mustang by Tjin Edition
The work of independent designer Neil Tjin, this 2011 Mustang GT receives a custom paint color, along with a bespoke metal wing, Webasto sunroof, custom LED headlamps, and underbody neon lighting. The car is also treated to a full air suspension kit, coupled with anti-roll bars and trailing arms sourced from Eibach.
Muscle Mustangs And Fast Fords Ford Mustang SEMA Car
2011 Ford Mustang by Muscle Mustangs and Fast Fords
Ford invited this long-standing buff book to build -- what else? -- one muscle-bound Mustang. The 5.0-liter V-8 is treated to a Ford Racing supercharger kit, along with custom headers and exhaust. MM&FF's car also apparently receives some wide rear slicks and an elongated spoiler -- perfect for helping the car hook up on the drag strip.

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New F2011 Ford Mustangsolder

2011 Ford F-350 Super Duty Trucks

2011-05-08T13:13:00.000-07:00

2011 Ford F-350 Super Duty Trucks

2011 Ford F-350 Super Duty Trucks

2011 Ford F-350 Super Duty Trucks

Ford's Super Duty trucks may be used primarily as work trucks, but that doesn't mean they can't play. The trio headed to SEMA are still plenty capable of getting work done, but they're also built for fun when the work's done. And since fun means different things to different people, these trucks range from cruisers to trailblazers.
2011 Ford F350 Rize Industries Front
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2011 Ford F-350 Super Duty by Rize Industries
Objective: Top Quality Motocross Hauler
Features:
Rize Industries 8-inch quad-link suspension
Built-in loading ramp Power Washer
Air Compressor
Motorcycle stand
*Storage space
2011 Ford F350 Kris Airhead Kustoms Front
2011 Ford F-350 Super Duty by Cars by Kris and Airhead Kustoms
Objective: Racecar support vehicle
Features:
Tire cage* Custom toolboxes Interior headliner
Full leather replacement Additional sound deadening Custom audio system with computer
2011 Ford F350 Skyjacker Front
2011 Ford F-350 Super Duty by Skyjacker Suspensions
Objective: Work and Play
Features: Skyjacker 8.5-inch suspension* Fab Fours bumpers (front and rear)
Auxiliary lighting

2011 Ford F-350 Super Duty Trucks

2011 Ford F-350 Super Duty Trucks

2011 Ford F-150 Trucks

2011-05-08T13:08:00.000-07:00

2011 Ford F-150 Trucks

2011 Ford F-150 Trucks

2011 Ford F-150 Trucks

Ford trucks have held the title of "best-seller" in America for the past 33 years with the F-150 leading the way for much of them. Thanks to its massive popularity, all manner of aftermarket companies have been drawn to them, evidenced by wide range of custom trucks present at SEMA. From hard-core off-roaders to eco-friendly fuel-sippers, there's an F-150 for any taste.011 Ford F150 Mickey Thompson Front

2011 Ford F-150 by Mickey Thompson (Mickey Thompson Project TTC F-150)
Objective: Ultimate Off-Roader
Features:
35-inch Mickey Thompson Baja Claw TTC Radical Tires
Fabtech 6-inch suspension
PIAA auxiliary lighting
Warn Industries winch Katzkin Leather
Custom stereo
BedSlide Cargo
*AMP Research power steps
2011 Ford F150 Are Accessories Side
2011 Ford F-150 by A.R.E. Accessories
Objective: To promote the Pro Football Hall of Fame
Features:
*Exterior paint with stadium silhouette
Pigskin leather interior bits Simulated Hall of Fame display in bed with memorabilia2011 Ford F150 Godfather Customs Front Side
2011 Ford F-150 by Godfather Customs
Objective: Green but Mean
Features:
.5-liter EcoBoost engine fed by 2.5-inch cowl induction hood
*Bumper cover
*Rollpan Handle covers Tonneau cover
Bed Liner
2011 Ford F150 Custom Shop Rear
2011 Ford F-150 by The Custom Shop
Objective: Green but Mean
Features:
Unmodified 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine Lightweight tonneau cover
Lightweight wheels Low-rolling resistance tires Detailed pinstriping Low-VOC emissions DuPont paintjob
Katzkin tan and black leather

2011 Ford F-150 Trucks

2011 Ford F-150 Trucks

2011 Ford Explorers

2011-05-08T12:49:00.000-07:00

2011 Ford Explorers

2011 Ford Explorers

Ford unveiled its brand-new 2011 Explorer earlier this year and is hoping the serious redesign will help boost the SUV's sales. One way in which the company hopes to show the vehicle's potential is with three customized Explorers it will show at SEMA.
Funkmaster Flex 2011 Ford Explorer
"It's so new and reinvented, and the styling is standout from the inside out," Craig Patterson, marketing manager for the new Explorer, said. "Explorer is the perfect choice for people to accessorize. Those who want to customize it are starting from a great base that is extremely well received, and that's where the attraction lies."
Ford is certainly pulling out the stops to give people ideas on how to accessorize the new Explorer as no less than three different SUVs will be on Ford's SEMA stand. One of those Explorers, with its 24-inch, three-piece, billet aluminum wheels and blacked-out lower trim, is designed to appeal to the urban crowd. The SUV is done by Ford's partner in crime Funkmaster Flex along with Team Baurtwell. The interior has also been modified with a Katzkin two-tone leather interior and high-end sound system.
CGS Performance Parts 2011 Ford Explorer
The second Explorer to be shown at SEMA is done by Galpin Auto Sports and takes the Explorer's luxury to a new level "that even James Bond would enjoy." It's no surprise that Ford mentions James Bond as that was GAS's inspiration in creating the car. The Explorer is done in a custom silver exterior color with custom lights and 24-inch wheels. Special care was also taken in the interior with a suede and leather headliner and matching seats. An iPad has also been added as rear-seat entertainment.

2011 Ford Explorers

2011 Fiat 500 GT

2011-05-08T12:44:00.000-07:00

2011 Fiat 500 GT

Fiat and Chrysler may be one big happy family now, but the merger is bound to produce some overlap. If all of it is as cool as the 500 GT Concept by Mopar Underground that turned up at the SEMA Show today, we're all for it. Realizing that enthusiastic 500 buyers are likely going to want ways to customize their little cars, Mopar went ahead and came up with some ideas you may see at the dealer in the future.
Though Mopar is known for some serious performance, they restrained themselves a bit on the 500 GT. The 1.4-liter MultiAir engine and five-speed manual transmission are apparently untouched, though Mopar did fix up a custom dual-exit exhaust. And while they did come up a lot of parts of their own, Mopar also borrowed a set of lowering springs from Abarth to give the car a mean stance on its Mopar Underground-designed 18-inch Alcoa forged aluminum wheels.
With the handling handled, attention was turned to appearances. After fitting a new front spoiler, the Mopar guys quietly ditched the stock turn signals and used their mounting holes for brake cooling ducts. Then they pulled out the fenders, fitted a rear spoiler a diffuser and painted the whole thing "Dark Thunderbolt" grey with red accents. Inside, they fitted piano-black trim, a slick-looking shifter and custom Katzkin seats, red for the driver and black for everyone else.

2011 Fiat 500 GT

Oakley Design Ferrari 458 Italia

2011-05-08T12:37:00.000-07:00

Oakley Design Ferrari 458 Italia

Oakley Design Ferrari 458 Italia

It appears Stasis' tuned Audi R8 won't be the only European supercar to grace the Specialty Equipment Market Association show. Oakley Design, a firm noted mainly for tuning Porsches, revealed today it plans on bringing a customized Ferrari 458 Italia to next week's trade show.
Although Oakley has previously been tied to various Porsche projects, the company recently expanded its offerings to the new 458. In stock form, the Italia's 4.5-liter V-8 cranks out an impressive 570 horsepower and 398 pound-feet of torque, but Oakley's team believed they could improve upon Maranello's design. With a new intake system and a remapped engine computer, Oakley claims it was able to coax another 48 ponies and 20 pound-feet from the engine, bringing output to 618 horsepower and 418 pound-feet.
According to the tuner, the extra power helps thrust the 458 from 0-60 mph in a scant 3.0 seconds -- four-tenths of a second quicker than a stock Italia -- and to a top speed above the 205 mph mark. To help the driver retain control of the car at such speeds, Oakley's custom front and rear spoilers create an extra 99 and 55 pounds of downforce, respectively.
Oakley Design Ferrari 458 Italia Rear
To help set apart its 458 from stock cars, Oakley scrapped the standard five-spoke wheel in favor of giant HRE forged rims, which are both lighter and wider than the original hardware. Additionally, Oakley's blacked out portions of the A-pillar, roof, and decklid, allowing the 458's curved roofline to resemble a fighter jet's bubble canopy.
Oakley plans on building five 458s itself, one of which will be at SEMA next week. For those who already own a 458 but desire some of Oakley's touches, fear not -- the tuning shop insists it will offer these performance and cosmetic upgrades a la carte.

Oakley Design Ferrari 458 Italia

2011 Dodge RedLine Charger

2011-05-08T12:32:00.000-07:00

2011 Dodge RedLine Charger

2011 Dodge RedLine Charger

2011 Dodge RedLine Charger

The 2011 Dodge Charger finally made its grand debut late Tuesday at the 2010 SEMA Show as the Redline Charger by Mopar Underground. Though thinly disguised with Mopar performance and dress-up parts, it's the real, production-spec Charger underneath, and it promises to be a good one.
Some of the biggest news for the new Charger is under its hood. Dodge has confirmed to Motor Trend that the new 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 will produce 305 horsepower in the Charger and Challenger. Though it and the carryover 370-horsepower 5.7-liter V-8 will only be available with the old five-speed automatic transmission at first, an eight-speed automatic is on the way. Interestingly enough, the Redline Charger is equipped with a prototype flat-bottomed steering wheel with paddle shifters. When pressed about the possibility of getting paddles on the production car, the Dodge folks would only say "wait and see."
Though it may look rather similar to the old Charger in pictures, up close you can tell just how different it is. In fact, Dodge says the only thing really carried over from the old car was the floor pan. The new nose is more aggressive and the Redline Charger show car features a new lower fascia and hood to make it even angrier. Around the sides, the scallops in the doors are a nice throwback to Chargers of old and make the car much more visually interesting. This car features some add-on ducts that fit in the scallops that, like all of the show car's body modifications, may one day end up in the Mopar catalog. Around back, a massive spoiler rides above the new 172-LED taillight fixture that makes the car unmistakable. Big aftermarket wheels are present, per SEMA law.
Dodge CEO Ralph Gillies boasted to the crowd that the new interior "will make Audi jealous," and it's not quite as audacious as it sounds. Inside, the Mopar crew finished the interior in red Katzkin leather and they tell us they have developed a nice relationship with Katzkin that could result in more partnerships in the future. The interior as a whole is vastly improved, both in design and materials quality. All Chargers will get a trick touchscreen in the dash handling HVAC, stereo, nav and more, though more expensive models will get larger screens. The new thick-rimmed three-spoke steering wheel feels good in your hands and has much more user-friendly controls. Behind it, Dodge took their time to craft some handsome watch-like gauges. They topped it all off by putting seat heaters on not only the front seats but both outer rear seats.

2011 Dodge RedLine Charger

2011 Dodge RedLine Charger

2011 Dodge Durango Citadel Black and Tan

2011-05-08T12:27:00.000-07:00

2011 Dodge Durango Citadel Black and Tan

2011 Dodge Durango Citadel Black and Tan

2011 Dodge Durango Citadel Black and Tan

Like its "sister car," the Grand Cherokee, the Durango is all new for 2011 and leaps and bounds ahead of the old model. The design inside and out is greatly improved, as is the materials quality. This particular vehicle is the top-shelf Citadel trim level and it's been dressed up a bit for SEMA. Called the "Black and Tan" edition, it features some small cosmetic upgrades including special exhaust tips, wheels and grille inserts and a lowered stance. The "Black and Tan" name derives from the interior, which the Mopar Underground team refinished in black and tan Nappa leather.
Aside from these upgrades, you're looking at an essentially stock 2011 Durango. The new styling is similar in shape to the Grand Cherokee but distinctly Dodge and wears its crosshair grille well. It's a similar story with the new interior, but it is again suitably differentiated, and does offer third-row seating that folds flat easily to give quite a bit of cargo space. Overall, it feels well thought out and well put together, and should be more formidable against the competition.
Mechanically, the Durango's very similar to the Grand Cherokee, and like the Jeep, it gets a carryover 5.7-liter V-8 with 360 horsepower. Like virtually every other Chrysler product, it also gets the new Pentastar 3.6-liter V-6 rated at 290 horsepower. That feeds a five-speed automatic soon to be replaced by a new eight-speed that should be a considerable improvement. A Dodge engineer also told Motor Trend that the new Durango will have "class-leading" towing capacity at 6200 pounds, even with the V-6 thanks to chassis improvements.

2011 Dodge Durango Citadel Black and Tan

2011 Dodge Durango Citadel Black and Tan

Stasis Signature Series Audi R8 V-10

2011-05-08T12:20:00.000-07:00

Stasis Signature Series Audi R8 V-10

Stasis Signature Series Audi R8 V-10

What's better than a top-of-the-line, $161,000 2011 Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI Quattro? A supercharged version making over 700 horsepower. And what can possibly top that? One with a full warranty, of course.
The heart of Stasis Engineering's Challenge Extreme Edition R8 is a bolt-on Roots-type supercharger (running at 7.5 psi) that adds another 185 horses and 132 pound-feet of twist to the 5.2-liter V-10's 525-horsepower bottom line. A separate supercharger cooling system helps in reducing any power loss and keeps everything running smoothly, while a custom T-305 stainless steel exhaust saves 30 pounds and bellows deeper. The whole setup is commanded by a reprogrammed ECU.
Total power output on this mid-engine monster is an astounding 710 horsepower and 523 pound-feet of torque. As for performance gains, Stasis claims it takes just 3.1 seconds to reach 60 mph from a standstill.
Grip and handling improve as a result of 20-inch forged single piece wheels wrapped in extra-wide Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 rubber. Higher rate springs matched with beefier anti-roll bars limit body roll and keep all four corners planted. With 710 horses on tap, it shouldn't be too hard to guess why Stasis offers 15.3-inch front and 14-inch rear two-piece Alcon brake rotors with matching calipers.
If all modifications are bought and installed at an authorized Audi dealership, owners are protected by a four -year/ 50,000-mile plan without their Ingolstadt warranty being revoked.

Stasis Signature Series Audi R8 V-10

Stasis Signature Series Audi R8 V-10

Stasis Signature Series Audi R8 V-10

Cadillac CTS Convertible

2011-05-08T12:14:00.000-07:00

Cadillac CTS Convertible

Cadillac CTS Convertible

Cadillac may offer the CTS in three different body styles, but last we checked, a soft-top convertible isn't in the works. Fortunately for those hankering for a Caddy with a chopped-off top, Drop Top Customs is already working on building such a creation for the 2010 SEMA show.
DTC isn't a stranger to either custom convertibles or the SEMA show. Founded nearly three decades ago, the company has converted all sorts of production hardtops into fully functional convertibles. DTC received plenty of attention at SEMA two years back, when it helped craft a convertible Challenger that won a design award from Chrysler. Another creation, a Chevrolet Camaro convertible, also received plenty of attention at last year's show.
Drop Top Customs Cadillac Cts Coupe Convertible Rendering Side
Presently, DTC offers a convertible version of the four-door CTS, but for this year's SEMA show, it's working on crafting a ragtop CTS coupe. CEO Jeff Moran tells us he thinks the rakish roofline of the coupe will work much better as a drop top. If the completed conversion holds true to DTC's renderings, we'll agree.
Moran says he expects to receive a stock CTS coupe "any day now," and doesn't expect the build process to take very long. If all goes according to plan, DTC expects to offer two-door CTS convertibles to customers starting this fall.

Cadillac CTS Convertible

Cadillac CTS Convertible

Cadillac CTS Convertible

2011 Dodge Challenger STR8 392 Inaugural Edition

2011-05-08T12:07:00.000-07:00

2011 Dodge Challenger STR8 392 Inaugural Edition

2011 Dodge Challenger STR8 392 Inaugural Edition

2011 Dodge Challenger STR8 392 Inaugural Edition

As usual, Chrysler's accessory design teams are hard at work crafting a number of vehicles for the 2010 Specialty Equipment Market Association show, but it appears the automaker has at least one production vehicle lined up for the event as well. Dodge announced today that the 2011 Challenger SRT8 392 Inaugural Edition will make its first public appearance at the SEMA show in early November.
As previously reported, all 2011 Challenger SRT8 models receive a little more power. The 6.1-liter Hemi V-8 was bored out to 6.4-liters, and, according to Dodge brand CEO Ralph Gilles, tuned to deliver more low-end torque than peak horsepower. Dodge rates the new engine at 470 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque. For those keeping score, that's roughly 45 horsepower and 50 pound-feet more than what the current 6.1-liter engine cranks out.
Other changes for 2011 SRT8 cars include revived damper valving, new suspension geometry, quicker steering ratios, and an SRT-tuned hydraulic steering pump, which reportedly delivers better feel and response when compared to the last design. Exterior revisions are limited largely to new door handles, a new front splitter design, and a conspicuous lack of the brand's former ram's head logo.
2011 Dodge Challenger Srt8 392 Inaugural Edition 2
To celebrate the new refinements, Dodge's crafted the 392 Inaugural Edition. Buyers will have their choice of two exterior paint schemes -- Deep Water Blue with white stripes, or Bright White with Viper Blue stripes -- capped off with unique 20-inch SRT wheels, quad exhaust tips, and unique 392 emblems. Inside, Inaugural cars receive unique white leather seat skins, complete with blue stitching and insert stripes, along with embroidered logos on the front headrests.
We've yet to see finalized pricing for the new Challenger SRT8 392 Inaugural Edition, but Dodge has capped production at 1492 cars. Expect Inaugural cars to command a slight price premium over standard Challenger SRT8 392 models once both arrive at dealers nationwide in the fourth quarter of 2010.

2011 Dodge Challenger STR8 392 Inaugural Edition

2011 Dodge Challenger STR8 392 Inaugural Edition

2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD

2011-05-08T12:02:00.000-07:00

2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD

2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD

2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD Our all-new chassis features a high-strength, fully boxed steel frame that’s five times torsionally stiffer than before and lets Silverado 3500HD shoulder up to 6,635 lbs. of payload

2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD

2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD

2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD

2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06X and Camaro SS X

2011-05-08T11:55:00.000-07:00

2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06X and Camaro SS X

2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06X and Camaro SS X

Dodge may be having all the fun crafting race-ready versions of its Viper, but the designers and enthusiasts employed at General Motors want to remind you they're not incapable of building some serious race machinery themselves. Witness the Chevrolet Corvette Z06X and Camaro SS X concepts: built in partnership with Pratt & Miller for the 2010 SEMA show, these two show stoppers are GM's vision of the ultimate track machines.
Chevrolet Corvette Z06X Concept Rear View
2011 Corvette Z06X Concept
It's hard to find fault with the basic premise of a Corvette Z06, but designers simply took the best of the production car while adding features to help it 'round a road course. The Z06X concept is built upon a production 2011 Z06 fitted with both the vaulted Z07 performance package and the CFZ Carbon Fiber option group.
From there, GM added a low-restriction air intake, along with a heavy-duty radiator and an improved cooling system. Engineers also tinkered with the suspension setup, adding mono-ball control arm bushings, adjustable stabilizer bars, and coil-over struts with adjustable camber plates. Brembo carbon-ceramic brake rotors are part of the stock Z07 package, but lightweight racing wheels, finished in a dark hue and capped with Michelin racing rubber -- sized 285/30R19 up front and 335/25R20 at rear -- are unique to the Z06X.
Chevrolet Corvette Z06X Concept Front View
That black finish ties well with the Z06X's exterior design. Although all body parts are essentially stock, GM painted the car in a Icy White Metallic color, adding a black racing stripe and rear fascia, along with red accents. Inside, the Z06X's interior is gutted of interior trim and insulation, allowing the installation of an SCCA-approved roll cage, fire suppression system, a racing seat for the driver, and a five-point harness. To help further strip the car of weight, the rear hatch glass has been replaced with a custom polycarbonate window.
2011 Camaro SS X Concept
Chevrolet's Camaro SS X concept abides by the same formula applied to the Z06X, although a few extra modifications were required to help turn the bulky muscle machine into a satisfying road racer.
Chevrolet Camaro SS X Concept Front View
Outside, the SS X shares the Z06X's design theme, sporting the same black-on-white paint scheme as its fiberglass-bodied relative. In a move to strip weight, GM replaced the hood, fenders, doors, and deck lid with panels fabricated from carbon fiber. For aerodynamic purposes, a carbon fiber front splitter, rocker panels, and adjustable rear wing were also added to the package.
Underhood, the SS X retains the Camaro's stock 6.2-liter LS3 V-8, although it's been massaged with a new camshaft, revised cylinder heads, and a dry-sump oil system. The six-speed transmission is stock Getrag fare, although it is fitted with a twin-disc clutch raided from the Corvette ZR1 parts bin. 20-inch wheels and racing tires are added, and are stopped courtesy of an upgraded four-wheel-brake system, which includes six-piston front calipers, four-piston rear calipers, and slotted rotors at each corner.
Chevrolet Camaro SS X Concept Rear View
As is the case with the Z06X, the Camaro SS X's interior isn't exactly conducive for commuting. Carpeting, insulation, interior trim, and other parts -- including the rear seat -- have been gutted to shave weight and make room for some serious racing hardware. An SCCA-spec roll cage, window net, race seat, and five-point harness are added, along with racing pedals, a fire suppression system, and fuel cell.
Although we'd love to see the SS X enter a revived Trans-Am series, these two cars have little, if any, chance of entering production. Which bowtie show car comes closest to serving as your dream track machine?

2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06X and Camaro SS X

2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06X and Camaro SS X

2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06X and Camaro SS X

2011 Chevrolet Camaros

2011-05-08T11:44:00.000-07:00

2011 Chevrolet Camaros

2011 Chevrolet Camaros

Chevrolet is matching the 2011 Camaro's natural flash with three eye-catching nearly production-ready variants for the SEMA show, which starts this week.
his year's SEMA show will serve as the launch of Chevrolet's new 2011 Synergy Series Camaro. Remember the bright-green V-6 2010 Camaro Synergy edition? Every year, Chevy will release a new Synergy special-edition Camaro.
The difference for the 2011 car is that you can now choose the V-8 as well as the V-6. Four exterior colors will be offered: Cyber Gray, Victory Red, Summit White, and Black.
What sets the Synergy Camaro apart from an ordinary 2011 Camaro is the exclusive gray interior with red accent stitching. The 2011 Camaro Synergy Series, Chevy says, will provide a mix of exterior and interior accessories not available on other models.
2011 Chevrolet Camaro Synergy Series Rear View
The Synergy show car will sport 21-inch silver-painted wheels -- optional on the production cars -- and a ground effects package you'll find on the showroom Synergy Camaros. The Pedders lowering kit is a licensed Camaro accessory, but it isn't included in the real Synergy edition. Get your own 2011 Synergy Camaro in the first half of 2011.
With the Red Flash Camaro show car, Chevy's mission was clear: make the Camaro as visually arresting as possible. Gray strips are placed atop the Red Jewel color and, of course, 21-inch wheels fill the wheel wells. A Chevrolet Accessory air intake kit and exhaust kit make clear this Camaro has show and go.
Inside, there's a flat-bottom steering wheel and red LED lighting in the door trim. Power comes from a 6.2-liter V-8 mated to a six-speed manual transmission.
The most affordable of the street-ready Camaros is the unimaginatively named XM/Accessory appearance package.
"Our intent was to create a special, customized model -- including 21-inch wheels -- that could be had for around $30,000," said Russ Clark, director of Chevrolet product marketing.
2011 Chevrolet Camaro Synergy Series Interior
With that in mind, it shouldn't be a surprise that this Camaro is a V-6 model with black cloth seats. A rear spoiler, unique grille, and 21-inch wheels are included in the package, which will be available in production form in the spring of 2011.
One year of XM satellite radio is also part of the deal whereas other Camaros only have a three-month trial period. The XM/Accessory appearance package Camaro you see here also has concept car details you won't see on the production model. That includes a cold air intake system and a Chevrolet Accessory interior trim kit in Silver Ice.
Which, if any, of these three Camaros would you be willing to claim as your own?

2011 Chevrolet Camaros

2011 Chevrolet Camaros

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2011-05-08T11:27:00.000-07:00

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Designers appear to have crafted the BamBoo primarily as a means to encourage long stays on the beach. The waterproof cloth top can double as a blanket, and the inflatable rear seats can be removed and used as beach chairs. The passenger's portion of the dashboard contains a tablet PC and docking station, allowing users stay connected on the go. Rinspeed also seems keen on catering to social media junkies -- not only does the company suggest crafting a social media site exclusive to BamBoo owners, but a color-changing bird atop the roll bar is designed to express the driver's mood.
Driving, it appears, is less important than comfortable beach living. Power is provided by a 54-kilowatt (72 horsepower) electric motor, ensuring the 2400-pound BamBoo will be only slightly quicker than the two-cylinder Mehari. Rinspeed shies from battery details, but notes the BamBoo can travel 60 miles on a single charge.
For now, the BamBoo is simply a trivial concept, but Rinspeed suggests it could manufacture a small batch if consumer reaction at the Geneva show is overwhelmingly positive. Only time will tell, but we think a sand-tuned beachcomber may receive a better response in the French Riviera than in Switzerland...

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