Post by Jon Derrickson

Kia Niro EV Concept Showcased Before Its CES Debut

Tags: Kia, New Model, Reveal

By Jon Derrickson on January 9, 2018

Kia have been working hard on its Niro crossover, and on January 9, it will swap the combustion engine, for a sparkling-new zero-emissions version. The market will be able to see the latest model at the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show, but Kia have already released a number of teaser images which vaguely reveal the design.

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Is This The Craziest Rolls Royce You’ve Ever Seen?

Tags: Rolls-Royce, Rolls-Royce Phantom, Rolls-Royce Ghost, Custom Cars

By Jon Derrickson on January 9, 2018

It was first brought to light on Matt Farah’s The Smoking Tire, where it was showcased on the canyon roads just outside of Los Angeles. Viewers were able to see the outlandish exterior, as well as the 6.75-liter V8 engine, which was extracted from a Ford Super Duty pickup.

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Infiniti Finally Showcase Their Q Inspiration Concept

Tags: INFINITI, INFINITI Q, Concept Cars, New Model, Reveal

By Jon Derrickson on January 5, 2018

After a long period of uncertainty, teasing and apprehension, Infiniti have now given their new sedan a title – the Q Inspiration Concept. It’s set to be launched into the market this month, and it features a very unique, innovative and futuristic design. In fact, the curvaceous shape will be the cornerstone of Infiniti’s brand image going forward.

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BMW Developing Faster Traction Control

Tags: BMW, BMW i3, Technology

By Jon Derrickson on January 5, 2018

Back when the BMW i3 was released, in September 2015 at the Frankfurt Motor Show, there were plenty of upgrades which made the car more desirable. For instance, it came with a slightly enhanced suspension system, and a 184-horsepower electric engine for added power.

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The Ferrari FXX K is a Hypercar Hybrid with 1,035 Horsepower

Tags: Ferrari, Breaking News, Hybrid, Specs

By Jon Derrickson on December 3, 2014

Ferrari has unveiled an all new Hybrid Hypercar with a V12 Hybrid engine with 1,035 Horsepower and torque exceeding 664 lb/ft.

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The All New Rolls-Royce Wraith

Tags: Rolls-Royce, New York Auto Show, Specs

By Jon Derrickson on July 9, 2013

This month the all new Rolls-Royce Wraith will be arriving in select US show rooms for enthusiasts and prospective buyers to test drive. The 2013 Wraith is the namesake to the original Wraith produced in the late 1930s. The new Wraith debuted in the New York Auto Show earlier this year and awed show goers with its sleek, fastback design.

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Bugatti Veyron Final Edition Specs

Tags: Bugatti, Bugatti Veyron, Breaking News, Rumors, Specs

By Jon Derrickson on June 25, 2013

Specs have been leaking regarding Bugatti's final edition of the Veyron. Costing somewhere in the neighborhood of $7-8 million, this "Super" Veyron will reportedly have 1,500 horsepower and a top speed of 280 MPH. This final edition will supposedly have a W16 engine with improved capacity plus a reduced weight of ~3722 lbs compared to previous Veyron's.

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Electric Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Sets EV Record at Nurburgring

Tags: Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes-Benz SLS, Breaking News, Electric Cars, Specs, Technology

By Jon Derrickson on June 11, 2013

The electric Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG set a new EV record at Nurburgring finishing the lap in 7 minutes 56 seconds. Not only is this the fastest time for an electric vehicle, but it is also the first electric vehicle to finish the lap in under 8 minutes. The record was previously held by the all electric Audi R8 who made the lap in slightly over 8 minutes in July of 2012.

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