Hein Wagner, a South African man who was born blind, set a new land speed record for the blind after hitting 200 mph in a Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG Black Series. He held the 200 mph speed for more than a half mile. Wagner said that hitting 200 mph is a milestone for any drive, [...]
Tata Motors, owner of Jaguar and Land Rover, said that it has raised $750 million by issuing global depositary receipts and convertible bonds to pay down debt. The debt was taken on for its acquisition of loss-making Jaguar and Land Rover, which it bought from FoMoCo last year. Tata had a consolidated debt of around 240 [...]
German based tuner ENCO Exklusive has released their modification package for the Porsche Cayenne Turbo – known as the ENCO Gladiator. In terms of appearance, the ENCO Gladiator is noticeably bigger than the base Cayenne Turbo. The aerodynamic customizations include a new front apron, huge air intakes, a new diffuser apron at the rear, carbon fiber [...]
The Lexus LS has become one of the most prestigious full-size luxury sedans of all time and for 2010, Lexus is making it a little sportier with a new Sport Package for the RWD models. The new Sport Package for the 2010 Lexus LS 460 adds an Aero body kit, a special air suspension tuning, [...]
The 2010 Lexus GS sedans gets no major upgrades in terms of styling; however, some new technology updates were added. For 2010, the GS 350 and the GS 460 both get iPod/USB connectivity, streaming audio via Bluetooth and an integrated XM satellite radio receiver as standard on the Lexus Premium Sound System. The optional Lexus [...]
For 2010, Lexus has given its GS 450h hybrid sedan some exterior and technology enhancements. The 2010 Lexus GS 450h gets subtle changes including an upgraded grille, clear taillamp covers and 18-inch alloy wheels. The mid-size hybrid sedan also gets the blue Lexus hybrid badging which is shared across the Lexus line-up. As for technology [...]
Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne reaffirms his conviction that Chrysler Group LLC will be a profitable automaker by 2011. Chrysler is set to announce its five-year plan on November 4, make public its quarterly financial statements, and move on an IPO as soon as 2011. Marchionne told the Toronto newspaper Globe and Mail that, “we’re not [...]
Honda is set to release a documentary on its website October 19 starring Tony Hawk, the screenwriters of Transformers, and a number of others. Titled Racing Against Time, the documentary also features a Honda employee who helped develop the Honda FCX Clarity fuel-cell vehicle. Honda’s sixth documentary, entitled Living with Robots, is still in production and [...]
As we continue our test-drive of the 2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible we thought it would be helpful to take a look at the model’s rivals – just to show you guys what else is available out there. 2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible: Price: $43,850. Power: 3.7L V6 producing 325-hp/267 lb-ft – mated to a [...]
Mercedes-Benz has entered the apple universe with the launch of their iPhone application, which enables Benz drivers to make payments via their iPhone. Those customers who have a loan or lease with Mercedes-Benz Financial can get full access to their accounts through the application, including account status, the ability to make a payment, and even [...]
