The Aermacchi/Harley-Davidson Club

.The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) is pleased to announce that the Aermacchi/Harley-Davidson Club has been selected as the Classic Club for 2011 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, July 22-24, at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio.“Motorcycling history is rich with distinctive relationships that produced some of the most interesting examples of motorcycle technology,” said Jack Penton, AMA director of operations and Motorcycle Hall of Famer. “The Aermacchi/Harley-Davidson line of 1961-1978 certainly fits that description, and we’re pleased to provide attendees of AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days an opportunity to appreciate these special motorcycles.” ... Read mo...

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2011 Anderson Germany Audi R8 Hyper Black

ANDERSON Germany from Dusseldorf helps a practically perfect Audi R8 with specific interventions to attract unlimited attention. First, the performance of 5.2 liter engine and 525 hp was increased, that provides now up to 8700 rpm, 589 hp and accordingly grown torque. This power increase was implemented through the Rennkats exhaust system (this alone allows to save 22 kg weight), a software optimization, and air filter modification. Of course, the exhaust path has a remote-controlled valve adjusting system that lets the driver opt from three different levels of noise. So much for the “inner values”.Among external and thus visible changes, it is worth to mention exclusive carbon-coated 19-inch rims painted in body color with edging in Racing...

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Infiniti FX 30dS tuned by AHG Sports

AHG Sports, the tuning division of Infiniti Zentrum Hamburg, has a kit that upgrades the Infiniti FX 30dS into a true Porsche Cayenne Diesel competitor. For €1250, the tuner dials up power on the 3.0 liter V6 diesel unit to 280 PS (206 kW / 276 bhp) and 600 Nm of torque - up substantially from the standard 238 PS (175 kW / 235 bhp) and 550 Nm (406 lb-ft). The tuner then adds a nice 21-inch wheel and tire combination. The 3-piece CC rims from Schmidt Revolution come in size 11 x 21-inch and are wrapped in 295/40R21 tires. Cost of the wheel set is €7,900. Lowering springs also drop the suspension by 25 mm at a cost of €1,495, installation includ...

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emerging electric mobility agenda, and it's Smart Forspeed concept for the 2011 Geneva auto show is no exception.The Forspeed's rear wheels are propelled by a 30-kW (40-horsepower) electric motor, the same setup found in the Smart Fortwo ElectricDrive. Smart has included a so-called overboost function, which reportedly allows drivers to cue up an extra 7 horsepower for short blasts by pushing a button on the dashboard. Power is drawn from the same 16.5-kWh lithium-ion battery pack as in the Smart ED, giving the Forspeed a theoretical range of 81 miles to a single charge.While the electric drivetrain is rooted in reality, the Forspeed's styling is not. Bearing some resemblance to the wild Crossblade concept and special-edition model...

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Renault Launched Fluence Sedan in India, priced at Rs. 12.99-14.40 Lacs - Renault Fluence Photos

French car maker Renault launched it's much awaited luxury sedan "Fluence" n the Indian market, it's first product since break up with Mahindra. Renault Fluence is currently available in two versions 1Petrol and 1 diesel but more variants for both petrol and diesel engined Fluence will be made available soon.The petrol version comes with 2-litre engine that makes 137bhp while diesel version comes with that makes 137bhp. Petrol version is more luxurious loaded with features like keyless entry, climate control system, steering mounted controls for both the stereo as well as for cruise control. The diesel meanwhile is available with a manual gearbox and black interiors.Renault Fluence will compete with Toyota Corolla Altis, Honda Civic, Skoda...

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2011 Subaru Forester Full Subaru Boxer Engine

2011 Subaru Forester Review Specs Prices and PictureThis is what it’s all about. Getting out there. Spending quality time. Making each moment count. You nevergave up on it, but these days it seems more important than ever. Good thing the 2011 Subaru Forester is built to get out and do more. You get the dependable traction and handling of Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with the refined power and optimal fuel efficiency of the legendary SUBARU BOXER engine. Plus, advanced safety features to help keep you and your family protected. And with a spacious interior that is almost as big as it is versatile, you’re ready for each day’s new adventure and tomorrow’s new opportunity.2011 Subaru Forester Settle into the driver’s seat, and you’ll find...

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2011 KIA RIO And 2011 KIA RIO5 Concept Performance

2011 KIA RIO and 2011 KIA RIO 5 Review Specs, Prices and PictureThe smallest vehicles in the Kia lineup, the KIA Rio and KIA Rio5 continue to make a large impact with their standard features, roomy interior, impressive fuel economy and safety features. Not to be outdone by its bigger siblings in the Kia lineup, the sub-compacts are award-winners many times over, including having the 2010 Rio named a 2010 Consumer Guide Automotive “Recommended Vehicle” and both the Rio and Rio5 named to the “Most Fuel-Efficient Cars for the Buck” list by Forbes.com for the 2009 model year.In addition to tremendous value, the 2011 KIA Rio and 2011 KIA Rio5 also offer outstanding fuel efficiency – a key purchase decision for the environmentally conscious consumer...

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2011 KIA Soul Concept Uniques Modern Dynamic Compact CUV Car

Aimed squarely at and designed specifically for the young and young-at-heart, the 2011 Kia Soul continues to make a statement for the brand with its distinctive styling, a plethora of safety options and tremendous value. Soul still stands out from the crowd with modern, unique styling and for 2011 will offer consumers more personalization options than ever before. A true game-changer for the Kia brand, the Soul was the first vehicle launched under Kia Motors America’s (KMA) ongoing design-led transformation and the most aggressive new vehicle launch cycle in the automotive industry, which continues through 2011.Soul has earned a trophy case full of prestigious awards and accolades since its launch, including earning a 2009 and 2010 “Top Safety...

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2011 2012 Kia Sportage Luxury Concept SUV Class

2011 Kia Sportage Reviews, Specs, Prices and PicturesPurists are quick to register their disapproval when you redesign a classic nameplate, but longtime Sportage owners probably won't get up in arms about the redesigned 2011 Kia Sportage. Yes, that's correct. The Kia Sportage is something of a classic. At age 16, it is the longest-running Kia nameplate sold in the United States. The new 2011 KIA Sportage owners, it turns out, are a little more forgiving than your average Porsche 911 guy, but then, they aren't paying for a rear-engine pedigree while getting nickel-and-dimed for leather trim on the dashboard. Like its predecessor, the 2011 Kia Sportage is Kia's smallest SUV, a compact crossover based on front-wheel-drive architecture that comes...

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2011 KIA Sorento Stronger Body And Performance

The new-generation 2011 KIA Sorento is the fruit of a radical redesign: this crossover utility vehicle has gone from rear-wheel drive and a body-on-frame design to a front-wheel-drive and unibody construction. The Sorento now shares the same platform as the Hyundai Santa Fe, with LX and EX trim lines, which are also available in four-wheel-drive. Inside, there’s room for five to seven people, depending on the trim line. Standard equipment is quite generous, and includes air conditioning, heated mirrors and seats, a tilt-and-telescoping steering column, front wiper defroster, Bluetooth connectivity, a trip computer, and more. The top-line EX Luxury version adds such conveniences as leather seats and electric controls (for the driver), reversing...

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2011 KIA Optima Luxury Concept Europe Cars

2011 KIA OptimaFollowing a year of sales records and notable awards and accolades, Kia Motors America (KMA) added to the brand’s trophy collection this week with Consumer Guide Automotive’s “Best Buy” designations for the 2011 KIA Optima in the midsize car category and the 2011 KIA Sorento in the midsize SUV category. In addition, the 2011 KIA Sportage received the Consumer Guide Automotive “Recommended” designation. Each vehicle was evaluated on price, features, performance, accommodations, fuel economy, reliability records and resale value. “Receiving three awards from Consumer Guide Automotive reflects Kia’s growing presence in the U.S. market and is a direct result of the brand’s ongoing design led transformation,” said Michael Sprague,...

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2011 Subaru Tribeca Luxury Concept Engine and Performance

2011 Subaru Tribeca Review Specs Prices PicturesThe Subaru Tribeca may be uniquely designed for getting out there, but at Subaru, we put just as much emphasis on not leaving it out there. First, we build vehicles for maximum durability, because more time spent on the road is less time in a landfill. It’s why 95% of the vehicles we’ve built in the last 10 years are still on the road today.1 We also work diligently to cut waste before the car ever rolls out of the factory. In 2004, Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. (SIA) became the first manufacturing facility in the U.S. to reach zero landfill status nothing from its manufacturing efforts ever goes into a landfill. Subaru facilities in Japan have achieved similar goals in reusing and recycling....

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Bugatti Type 57 SC Atlantic

The ultra-rare coupe, even rarer than the Type 57 Atalante recently unearthed from a garage in England, is one of only three ever built. On April 24-26, fashion designer Ralph Lauren is going to show off his rare Bugatti Type 57 SC Atlantic at the annual Concorso d’Eleganza at Villa d’Este, in Italy. It will be coming back to Europe for the first time in 18 years to celebrate the marque’s 100th anniversary and to headline more than 50 classic beauti...

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Engineless Concept Car

Ross Lovegrove has designed this beautiful car, focuses on organic form and its ability to touch people's soul and emotion. Lovegrove breaks down his design philosophy into one term: DNA - design, nature, art. Lovegrove has reinvented his work in order to keep up with current processes, he condenses design into natural growth patterns.The City Car was an interesting way of simplifying a vehicle from 30,000 components into 300. The engine-less car works on solar power, which makes sense that he would utilize a natural power source as all of his work is based on nature. Lovegrove makes use of the solar power by having the car radiate light at night and transforming the car into a street lamp. By stripping it down to its bare minimum, the design...

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Audi Shark Concept Sports Car

Audi Shark Concept Sports Car is very famous and award winning sports car design. This sports car concept was designed by Kazim Doku and had just won the top price in the recently concluded 2008 Desire Design Competition in Italy by the Domus Academy. The Audi Shark is a flying vehicle. A two-seater flying car was inspired by the designs of the motorcycle and the airplane combined. With sleek shark-look, the lights are made of transparent tubes, sporty seats and cockpit-like interior desi...

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2011 Subaru Legacy Stylish High Performance Boxer Engine

2011 Subaru Legacy Review, Specs and PricesThe History Subaru Legacy began with a 5-door wagon or 4-door sedan body styles with FWD and an optional full-time AWD package, and was introduced in North America, the UK, Germany, the Benelux region of Northern Europe, Japan and Australia. Options included 4-channel ABS, licensed from Bosch and air suspension height control, which lowered the vehicle at speeds above 50 mph (80.5 km/h), and also allowed the driver to increase the vehicle's ground clearance for off-road conditions.The Subaru Legacy is a mid-size car built by Japanese manufacturer Subaru since 1989, and is available as a sedan or wagon. Part of the original design goals for the Legacy model was to provide Subaru a vehicle in which they...

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