Posted on 2nd July, 2008 by Warren M
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It’s not unusual to see Lewis or Heikki wandering the spotless corridors of the McLaren Technology Centre. After all, both drivers work as hard at Woking as they do at the racetrack, regularly attending engineering briefings and preparing for upcoming races.
But when former McLaren alumni David Coulthard and Martin Brundle were spotted wandering along the facility’s pristine boulevard this morning (Wednesday July 2), it prompted many curious glances from the McLaren employees busy at work within McLaren Technology Centre.
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Posted on 23rd June, 2008 by Warren M
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Top Gear’s back, and last night’s show didn’t disappoint. In this first segment of the show we see a bunch of supercars - including a McLaren, Lamborghini and Audi R8 - given a gallon of fuel to see how far each can travel on it. Then a Prius is put up against a brand new BMW M3 - to see which is the most economical…
Posted on 22nd June, 2008 by Warren M
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The great success achieved by the Mercedes-Benz AMG-engined Zonda in the different proposed versions is recognized all over the world. This car has already become an icon and allowed such a small company to prove its qualities. The Zonda Cinque was born to satisfy the request of the Pagani dealer for Hong Kong “SPS”, an incredible car which will be limited to just five models..
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Posted on 16th June, 2008 by Warren M
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German review of Lamborghini’s Gallardo Superleggera at the Nordschleife. Check the hairy Porsche 911 incident at the beginning.
Posted on 12th June, 2008 by Warren M
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Since last weekend, the high art of engineering and the design masterpieces of ABT Sportsline have found a new home in Hungary. For ambitious drivers, ABT is synonymous with sportiness suited for everyday use – also in the up-and-coming country in Central Europe.
There, they will from now on be offered even better and more intensive services: in Hungary’s second largest city Debrecen, gateway to the Puszta, the new ABT Sportsline Showroom opened its doors on 7. June. Now, the Hungarian fortunes of the world’s leading tuner of cars from the Volkswagen group will be guided from this extravagant location.
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Posted on 23rd May, 2008 by Warren M
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Here’s a few sneaky pics to keep Top Gear fans moist. Spotted filming in Belgium today on the circuit of Zolder, there appeared to be a definite Germany Vs England competition going on. Racing driver Sabine Schmitz was there, along with a German ‘Stig’ - aka Tim Schrick (the real one never removed his helmet…) Part of the ‘rivalry’ involved Aston Martin and Porsche 997 race cars, but the doubled-up race looks far more entertaining. Expect a few scrapes from the Golf/Mercedes and Metro/Jaguar battle.
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Posted on 22nd May, 2008 by Warren M
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Two of the most promising safety technologies — forward-collision warning and lane-departure warning — referenced by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) as key to reducing vehicle-related accidents and deaths will be the topic of discussion this week at the Telematics Detroit 2008 conference.
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Posted on 7th May, 2008 by Warren M
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Rejuvenated by a substantial model update the fifth generation of the Mercedes SL now starts yet another chapter in the unparalleled success story of the popular Mercedes roadster. The corresponding exclusive sport program comes from BRABUS. Powerful increased-displacement engines with up to 730bhp (720bhp SAE net) / 537 kW of power, a striking designer suit, high-quality light-alloy wheels with diameters of up to 20 inches, professional suspension tuning and custom interior design: The BRABUS program leaves nothing to be desired.
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Posted on 1st May, 2008 by Warren M
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Daimler AG aims to acquire EQT 22.3% equity interest in Tognum AG and has entered into an agreement in this matter. The proposal on this matter has been approved by the Supervisory Board of Daimler AG today.
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Posted on 24th April, 2008 by Warren M
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A green car for the Green Hell, Gumpert will be entering an electric-petrol hybrid race car into the next 24 Hours Nürburgring this May. The race car is based on the Gumpert Apollo and will be piloted by ex-Formula 1 driver Heinz-Harald Frentzen and Dirk Muller.
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Posted on 23rd April, 2008 by Warren M
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ANDERSON, S.C., April 23 — As Earth Day 2008 is celebrated globally in a multitude of ways, the associates at the Robert Bosch LLC plant here are proudly celebrating the production of 200 million oxygen sensors at the site since first manufacturing the product in 1988.
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Posted on 22nd April, 2008 by Warren M
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Last weekend, the Audi-engined KTM X-Bow celebrated its racing debut in the GT4 European Cup at Silverstone Circuit in the UK. The car’s performance exceeded all expectations, claiming two class victories
and excellent overall placings.
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Posted on 16th April, 2008 by Warren M
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BorgWarner received a 2008 Automotive News PACE Award at a ceremony yesterday in Detroit for its R2S(R) regulated two-stage turbocharger system. Recognized around the world, the PACE awards acknowledge automotive suppliers for superior innovation, technological advancement and business performance. BorgWarner also received PACE Awards in 2005 and 2007.
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Posted on 9th April, 2008 by Warren M
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Wiesmann’s BMW M5-powered MF 5 has swung into production. Drive is sent to the rear wheels via BMW’s seven-speed sequential manual gearbox and limited slip differential. Original press release below.
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Posted on 29th March, 2008 by Warren M
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Here’s a promo featuring the beautiful Pagani Zonda F. Power comes courtesy of a 602bhp 7.3-litre AMG Mercedes engine. That’s our excuse for featuring it, and we’re sticking to it!
