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2010 Geneva Auto Show Coverage
Feb 26, 2010 - 3:17 PM - by Administrator

While European automakers initially ignored hybrid technology, it seems as though the craze has finally caught on, with everyone from Ferrari to Porsche announcing hybrid models of one kind or another. Ferrari will debut a 599 Hybrid concept, while Porsche will show the GT3 R Hybrid race car and a hybrid version of the 2011 Cayenne.

Porsche's new parent company, Volkswagen, also has plenty of hybrid news. VW will showcase its new Touareg SUV, with a hybrid version. In addition, another VW-brand company, Audi, will show off a hybrid version of its new A8. Other hybrids include the Lotus Evora 414E Hybrid and the Lexus CT200h hybrid.

Other show highlights are sure to include a new high-performance version of the Lamborghini Gallardo, referred to as either the LP57-4... [Read More]
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AMG Unwraps New 563-hp 5.5-liter V8 Biturbo
Mar 09, 2010 - 11:13 AM - by Administrator

Mercedes performance division AMG has just announced its new biturbo V8 engine, making 563-hp and 664 ft-lbs of torque. Designed to replace the 6.2-liter AMG mill, the engine will first appear in the 2011 S63, where it will also make a decent 22.4 mpg and carry the luxurious beast to 60 mph in just 4.3 seconds. To speed for the new S63 will be rated at 186 mph when equipped with the AMG performacne package. After, Mercedes will begin to use the engine in all of its AMG 63 models, including in the SLS, where it is expected to get even more power.

Engine highlights include direct-injection with piezo electric injectors and the use of a star/stop system to conserve fuel while the car isn't in motion.

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Geneva 2010: Carlsson’s SL65 Black Series C25 Supercar Takes Tuning to the Next Level
Mar 01, 2010 - 11:38 AM - by Administrator

In Germany, many tuners are actually registered as automakers, due to the fact that their parts have to undergo the same strict testing as production cars and the fact that what they are capable of can hardly just be classified as “tuning.” There’s no better example of this than the C25 – a new bespoke supercar from Carlsson, based on the Mercedes SL65 AMG Black Series.

More: Geneva 2010: Carlsson’s SL65 Black Series C25 Supercar Takes Tuning to the Next Level on AutoGuide.com
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