Furison: June 2011

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Adventure Motorcycle Summer Issue SIDI Adventure Rain Feature

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SIDI Adventure Rain Feature

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City Bike 07-2011 Jiano EVO TC Feature

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Jiano EVO TC Feature

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Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Motonation's Rider-In-Chief Feature in Roadracing World

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Motonation's Rider-In-Chief

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BMW ON 07-2011 Issue Full Page Feature on the SIDI Laguna Gore-Tex

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SIDI Laguna Gore-Tex Full Page Feature:

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Sunday, June 26, 2011

Renault Captur: Juke-Sized Crossover Convertible Concept Demonstrates New Design Language

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Remember the Renault DeZir sports coupe concept from the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show? If you don't, you can refresh your memory here, but in short, the two-seater study herald the French firm's new and more curvalicious design strategy on a sports car. Fast forward to today, and Renault has unveiled a new concept model called the Captur, which applies the

Lexus LFA Nürburgring to get its First Public Outing in Geneva

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Nearly 3 months after the start of production of the standard LFA, Lexus will debut the more track-focused Nürburgring Edition at the Geneva Motor Show in March. While we've known about the bespoke version of the LFA since May, 2010, according to the Japanese automaker, this is the first time that the supercar will be shown in public.
Available as a

2012 Acura TL: Video and Live Photos from the Chicago Auto Show

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In an attempt to win back buyers that were turned off by the fourth generation TL's controversial looks, Acura revealed a mid-cycle refresh for the 2012 model year version of the car at the Chicago Auto Show. We've already brought you the key details in our previous post (see here), but now we have a fresh batch of photos and a walkaround video of the 2012

What Grinds My Gears about the Recent Developments in ToyotaUnintended Acceleration-Saga

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A few things happened in the past 24 hours that grind my gears on the subject of Toyota Motor Corp.'s "unintended acceleration" saga. The first thing that ticked me off were some smart-ass headlines for the findings of NHTSA-NASA study from the same sources that were bashing the Japanese company with Daily Mirror-like titles a little over a year ago.

The Audi A8 Says, "Long Live the T-Shifter!"

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When Hyundai launched the i30 small car on the Australian market, it marked the end of not only the Excel/Accent lineage down under but also the end of the automatic T-shifter. The Accent, a subcompact design available in either a four door sedan or five door hatchback body style, was the last car sold here to feature the venerable (if archaic) T-shaped

500HP Hyundai Veloster Rally Car Makes its Way to the Chicago Auto Show

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Hyundai and Rhys Millen Racing (RMR) go back a long way and their partnership has been further cemented at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show with the unveiling of the Veloster rally car which is powered by a specially tuned four-cylinder turbocharged engine capable of 500-horsepower and 600 lb.-ft. of torque.

A production version 2012 Veloster provided the base

Hit the Slopes in Style with Audi Carbon Ski

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If you're looking to add some style to your winter-time outdoor activities, you may want to take a look at these cool skis from Audi. Initially designed and developed as a concept study at the Audi Concept Design Munich, the Carbon Ski is now heading for production with the Ingolstadt-based automaker estimating that it could be available for sale as early as

Live Photos and First Video of Chevy Steroid Packed Camaro ZL1

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The Camaro that all Chevy fans were waiting for made its way to the Windy City today for its world premiere. It may not carry the more widely recognized Z28 name-tag as Chevrolet chose to resurrect the less known ZL1 moniker from the 1969 model, but then again, this is a different beast.
Lurking behind that angry looking fascia is 6.2-liter V8 powerplant

Friday, June 24, 2011

Chevy Rolls Out Bad Boy 2012 Camaro ZL1 with 550HP Supercharged V8

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The all-new, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 finally made its world premiere today at the Chicago Auto Show. Dubbed as the highest-performing model and the most technically sophisticated in the Camaro's 45-year-long history, the ZL1 is named after Chevy's all-aluminum racing engine from the late 1960s, which was installed into 69 regular-production 1969 Camaros.

VW Addresses Jetta Complaints with New GLI Model that gets 200HP and Euro Suspension

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When American buyers learned that the European market version of the Jetta came with better and more modern engines, improved materials and a four-link rear suspension system similar to that fitted to the Golf, they felt somewhat let down - even though these changes came with a hefty price increase for European consumers. Now, VW is trying to address some

Dodge Unveils Sporty R/T Versions of Charger, Challenger, Journey, Durango and Grand Caravan

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The Chicago Auto Show is the stage for the world premiere of an entire lineup of new R/T performance models from Dodge. The brand's performance moniker, which stands for Road & Track and has been in use since the 1960s, has now been applied on the latest iterations of the Charger saloon, Challenger Coupe, Journey crossover, Durango SUV and the Dodge

Lincoln Shakeups Continue as Ford Lays Down the Law for its Luxury Brand

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After rejuvenating Ford and euthanizing Mercury, FoMoCo is finally ready to take its top-tier brand seriously. This means it will set standards for Lincoln by taking cues from true premium marques.
Ford recently spoke with its remaining 1,100 Lincoln dealers and spelled out a plan - or provided them with an ultimatum - that will hopefully please and

2012 Buick Regal gains eAssist Light Hybrid System, Returns 37MPG Highway

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Buick today announced that the second model in its lineup to feature the eAssist “light electrification” system is the 2012 Regal, and it will be officially unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show this week. According to the automaker, estimated fuel economy is 26 mpg city/37 mpg highway, while the overall improvement over the standard 2011 Regal fitted with a

VIDEO: Remote Control Cars Drifting on Realistic Looking Miniature Road is Pure Ecstasy

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If you enjoyed Phil's video of the RC drifters from the recent Tokyo Auto Salo, then you're in for a really special treat with this 4 minute-long clip shot at the 2010 Korea RC Street Drift Challenge. By far this is the most amazing RC drift setup that we have ever seen. Just follow the jump and you'll see what we mean.

Citroën E-3POD Antistatic Concept for a Futuristic Electric Vehicle

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This here is the E-3POD Antistatic design study and it was revealed at the Royal College of Art’s Interim Degree Show in London as part of the Double Challenge project sponsored by Citroën and aerodynamic simulation software company EXA. The task of the second year students was to envision an ultra-compact vehicle that could influence the design language

All-New Lancia Ypsilon to Wear Chrysler's Badge in the UK and Ireland

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It's no secret that after many years of delays and setbacks, the Fiat Group will finally present the Lancia Ypsilon's replacement at the Geneva Salon in about two week from now. What isn't known is that the new Ypsilon, which will be offered for the first time ever in a five-door body style, will be sold in Great Britain and Ireland under the Chrysler

Project Kahn Presents yet Another Tune for the Range Rover

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If you have been following our previous posts on the various Land Rover and Range Rover models tuned by Project Kahn, you may have noticed that they all look eerily similar. And, while there’s nothing wrong with being consistent, we can’t shake the feeling that some different mods would be beneficial. Unfortunately, that doesn't happen with the Range Rover

Thursday, June 23, 2011

Backroads Magazine 07-2011 Issue - Jiano EVO TC Feature

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VEMAR Jiano EVO TC Feature:

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Roadbike Magazine 08-2011 Issue - VEMAR Jiano EVO TC Feature

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VEMAR Jiano EVO TC:

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Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Cycle News 06-2011 Issue SIDI Crossfire SR's new Enduro Sole

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Vemar Eclipse Helmet Review

Vemar Eclipse Helmet Review - Webbikeworld.com

Summary

The Vemar Eclipse has been revised for 2011 and it has Snell (2005) approval in addition to meeting DOT, ECE and BSI safety standards.

As the top-of-the-range Vemar helmet, the Eclipse has a host of interesting features, including a very comfortable liner, specially designed cheek pads and excellent ventilation.

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The Eclipse was and is the "flagship" helmet in the Vemar lineup and, as such, it has all the bells and whistles one would expect.

Vemar may not be as well known to motorcyclists as some of the more familiar brands, but the company has always made some pretty interesting helmets and one of the nice things about it is that the helmets are all hand made in Italy.

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The new Eclipse has several interesting features, some of which are different -- perhaps bordering on quirky -- but I will say that this has become my favorite helmet due to its combination of outstanding comfort, excellent ventilation and visibility and good looks (especially in this highly visible "Metha Red" graphic).

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Score: I'll give the Vemar Eclipse an "Excellent" rating for quality, paint and graphics. The paint isn't perfect, with a few minor flaws and dust bumps showing on close inspection. But the solid feel of the helmet and the comfortable interior makes up for it. See the Summary Table at the bottom of the page for a description of our rating system

Score: I'll give the Vemar Eclipse an "Outstanding" rating for superior comfort and liner materials, padding and fit for my head shape

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Score: I'll give the Eclipse an "Outstanding" rating for visibility but I will drop this to a "Very Good" rating for the operation and sealing of the face shield.

Score: I'll give the ventilation system of the Vemar Eclipse an "Excellenet" rating.

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Score: I'll give the Vemar Eclipse a "Neutral" rating for its relatively heavy weight but with good overall balance.

Conclusion

The revised Vemar Eclipse has a few quirks, but not enough in my opinion to overwhelm its inherent goodness. This is one comfortable helmet and it fits me perfectly. I especially like the design of the cheek pads, which feel like they were custom-fitted to my cheeks. This helps reduce the feeling of the helmet's weight.

I also very much like the style and design of the Eclipse, especially in the Meth Red colors shown here. The bottom line is that the new Vemar Eclipse is my current favorite helmet and I can heartily recommend it to motorcyclists with a neutral or slightly narrow head shapes.

Read the Entire Article @ Webbikeworld.com

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

2012 Dodge Charger SRT8 Breaks Cover at the Chicago Auto Show

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Dodge’s rejuvenation under Fiat's umbrella continues at the Chicago Auto Show with the unveiling of the range-topping Charger SRT8. As with every SRT model, the highlight of the performance orientated version of the Charger is the new 6.4-liter HEMI V8 powerplant producing 465HP and 465 lb-ft (631 Nm) of torque. According to Dodge, the new engine is not

New Opel Zafira Tourer Concept Previewed in iPad Hologram, Debuts in Geneva

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Opel chose a rather unique way to inform us about its new concept model that previews the next generation of the Zafira people carrier, and which is scheduled to make its world premiere at the Geneva Salon in March. The company published a short video accompanied by a photograph showing the firm's design boss Mark Adams holding an iPad through which a

Lancia Lifts the Wraps off All-New Ypsilon Ahead of the Geneva Salon

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Marking the 25th anniversary since the introduction of the Ypsilon (first as the Y10 in 1985, then as the Y in 1996, and finally as the Ypsilon from 2003 and onwards), Lancia is presenting the fourth generation of its luxed-up supermini in a world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show in March.
The much delayed successor to the outgoing Ypsilon, which

Infiniti Etherea Hybrid Concept Previews New Compact Hatchback

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This five-door hatchback model is the Infiniti Etherea concept, and it's set to be unveiled at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show in March. The Etherea previews the Japanese brand's foray into the compact luxury segment, with the production model scheduled to enter the market within the next two to three years.

Designed under the supervision of Senior Vice

First Saab 9-4X Rolls Off Assembly Line in Mexico

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It's been a rough ride for Saab's 9-4X, but the very first production model has now rolled off the assembly line at General Motors' Ramos Arizpe plant in Mexico, just three months after the compact crossover was unveiled last November at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show.
“This is a great day for Saab,” said Jonsson. “The arrival of the 9-4X is another

How to Convince Your Sweetheart to Watch a Car Movie on Valentine’s Day

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Yep, it's Valentine’s Day and we all know what that means: having to choose between Made of Honor and Eat, Pray, Love for our February 14th viewing (dis)pleasure. Is there nothing a heterosexual man dreads more than having to sit down with his partner to watch a boring, car chase-free romantic comedy?
Fortunately, we at Carscoop share your pain. We had to

China to Get its Very Own State-Run Top Gear TV Show

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China is widely considered to be the world’s largest car market, so it only makes sense that it would be the next nation to get a home grown version of Top Gear. After all, aside from Top Gear UK there’s also Top Gear Australia, Top Gear U.S.A. and Top Gear Russia.
The big fear at the moment is that Top Gear’s trademark brand of risqué humour and hilarious

Read All About it: Lancia Geneva Motor Show Debuts in Detail

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*The above photo is a Carscoop illustrationWe've been hearing a lot of rumors and speculations for the past few months about Lancia's future product portfolio as well as which of these new models could make their world premiere at the Geneva International Motor Show on March 1. Carscoop has now learned final details of Lancia's plans for the Swiss Salon and

It Came From eBay Hell: The Geo Storm Pickup You Never Knew You Wanted

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Few names in automotive history make the average car enthusiast’s skin crawl like, “Geo”. Geo was General Motors response to the growing number of Japanese and South Korean imports that had invaded the U.S. market. Essentially taking the most boring and insipid models from Suzuki, Toyota and Isuzu and building them stateside, Geo embodied the whole, “Who

Monday, June 20, 2011

The champion from Sidi - TONY CAIROLI SHINES AGAIN!

TONY CAIROLI SHINES AGAIN!

The champion from Sidi won the GP of Spain and the race for the World Title is on!

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20 June, 2011 - On the Bañeza circuit in Spain, Tony Cairoli (KTM) is back on top. On Sunday, June 19, the Sicilian pilot from the Sidi Sport stables took second place in race1 and first place in race2 to clinch the Spanish Gran Prix in the final standings, ahead of the other Italian rider Philppaerts and Belgium's Desalle.

So once again, returning to support Cairoli on the highest step of the podium were his Sidi Crossfire boots, the number one footwear in the off road collection from Sidi, unbeatable on any terrain and in any weather. Rounding out a day's worth of success for the Sidi colours, Estonia's Tanel Leok took an excellent second place in race2, right on Cairoli's heels.

With this result Cairoli has reopened the field for the World Title, coming to within just one point difference from Clement Desalle, his closest rival in the race for the 2011 MX1 World Championship. Tony Cairoli was exceptional, as always, running an imperial race and overcoming the injury to his finger incurred last week in the Portuguese Gran Prix, which couldn't stop his drive to return to winning….

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Attached: photos of Tony Cairoli in action and riding his KTM with details of the Sidi Crossfire boot he uses.

Saturday, June 18, 2011

Shelby Introduces Limited Edition 2012 Shelby GT350, Adds Convertible Option for the First Time Since 1970

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At the 2011 Chicago Auto Show, Shelby unveiled the limited edition 2012 Shelby GT350, which enters the new model year with two fresh color options and, for the first time since 1970, a convertible body style. Based on the Ford Mustang GT, the Shelby GT350 comes with three engine choices, including a base version with a naturally aspirated 430HP V8 mated to

New Lancia Grand Voyager Minivan is a Rebadged Chrysler, and Yes, this Picture Too Appears to be a Chop

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The third Chrysler model to wear a Lancia badge is the Town & Country minivan, which replaces the Phedra and will premiere alongside the Thema and the Flavia concepts at the Geneva Motor Show next month. The Fiat Group decided to keep the European market name of the Town & Country, calling it the Lancia Grand Voyager.

The Italian firm's American people

Polish Ford Mustang Club Shows how to YouTube America Original Pony Car

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It’s no secret that I’m a dyed-in-the-wool Mustang man. Though I acknowledge the gorgeous styling, sweet-as-syrup handling and raw power of cars like the Chevy Camaro, I know at heart I’d take a ’67 Mustang fastback over one of them any day.So when the chaps and chapettes at the Mustang Klub Polska (Polish Mustang Club) release a video that not only

Spy Video: Renault R-Space Concept for a Compact MPV Filmed Undisguised!

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Evidently, the new Captur small crossover with the removable hardtop we told you about last week won't be the only concept model from Renault to hit the showroom floors of the Geneva Salon in less than two weeks time. A Youtube user managed to scoop a completely undisguised Renault study for a rather sporty looking compact MPV in Lisbon, Portugal. Judging

Land Rover to Premiere Range E Diesel-Electric Plug-in Hybrid at Geneva Show

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The new Land Rover Range_e diesel-electric plug-in prototype that was first teased back in May, 2010, will make its motor show debut at next month's Geneva Salon. The Range_e is said to be one of several working prototypes currently being developed at Land Rover's design and engineering centre in the UK. It is based on the Range Rover Sport model and

New Pagani Supercar to be Officially Sold in the United States

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We have some pretty good news for Pagani fans with a hefty bank account in the States; the Italian firm is finally entering the U.S. market for the very first time with its new supercar. The company's previous model, the Zonda, was barred from the U.S. due to emissions restrictions, but that's not the case with the new Huayra.
According to Pagani

Jump Fail: Chevy Silverado Flies Right Into Dirt Ramp [Video]

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Larry the Cable Guy might disagree, but trying to perform a crazy jump / stunt in a beat up Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck on a dirt track, doesn't sound like a sane idea. Fortunately, this brainless daredevil had mother luck on his side when he used his truck to dig a hole in the dirt ramp. Watch the video right after the break.

SpeedART Goes Extra Wide with New Porsche Cayenne Titan EVO-XL 600

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Even though the Essen Motor Show sounds like a more appropriate event for a tuning proposal like the Titan EVO-XL 600, the crew at SpeedART has decided to unveil its latest offering for the 2011 Porsche Cayenne at the Geneva Motor Show this March. If the Cayenne Titan EVO-XL looks familiar, that's because it's wider-body version of the Titan EVO (hence the

Panzer on Wheels: Audi Unveils the Armored 2011 A8 L Security

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As any self-respecting luxury car manufacturer, Audi is also offering its customers BRVs or Bullet Resistant Vehicles, with the latest such model being the W12-powered 2011 A8 L Security. Set to go on sale in late summer, this...panzer on wheels will also be available with another, as of yet unspecified powerplant, starting from 2012.
To the untrained eye,

Hofele Design Turns its Attention on the First-Generation Jaguar XK / XKR

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Perhaps best known for its work with models from the Volkswagen Group, Germany's Hofele Design has now revealed a new styling program for the first generation of Jaguar's XK coupe and convertible series built between 1996 and 2005.

The tuner's proposal includes an assortment of body pieces such as the very Aston Marton-like shaped front bumper, optional

Rinspeed gets Real with its BamBoo EV Study, Could Enter Production

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Rinspeed, the Swiss design house that dares to be different, has released real-life photos and additional information on its 2011 Geneva Salon-bound BamBoo, a concept study for a pure-electric beach cart. The latest creation from Rinspeed was jointly developed and built with Swiss engineering firms 4erC and Esoro, and features several innovations.
These

Thursday, June 16, 2011

Kankkunen Breaks World Ice Speed Record with Bentley Continental SuperSports

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In 2007, four-time world rally champion Juha Kankkunen shattered the world ice speed record by achieving an average two way speed on a 1000m long straight on the frozen waters of the Baltic Sea, off the coast of Finland, of 199.86 mph (321.6 km/h) in a Bentley Continental GT. Fast forward to 2011, and Kankkunen has done it again breaking his own record at

Edo Competition Outdoes Itself with 227mph – 365 km/h Lamborghini Murcielago LP750

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Edo Competition’s previous Lamborghini Murcielago LP640-tune was a 710HP monster capable of reaching a top speed of 352 km/h or 219 mph, which apparently made it the fastest and most powerful Murcielago in the world. Now, the German tuner has gone one step further by introducing a 750HP variant that continues on to a maximum velocity of 365 km/h (227

SEAT Adds 4WD Option to Alhambra Minivan

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The VW Sharan's Spanish sibling is now more worthy of the “multi-purpose” label as SEAT has presented a new variant with a permanent all-wheel drive system for the Alhambra. The new model benefits from the latest-generation of VW's 4x4 system, electronically controlled and set up for improved driving dynamics.
According to SEAT, the system has been

2012 Acura TL Refreshment Brings Toned Down Shield-Grille and New 6-Speed Auto

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The facelifted Acura TL made its world premiere today at the Chicago Auto Show. The 2012 model year brings a fresh look for the front and rear ends of the mid-size sedan along with a new Sequential SportShift 6-speed automatic transmission and equipment upgrades.
The first thing you'll notice on the 2012 Acura TL is of course the revamped front end.

Wednesday, June 15, 2011

Modular Helmet Review - I don't like modular helmets

Modular Helmet Review - I don't like modular helmets
In fact, {the Vemar Jiano EVO TC is} a pretty good helmet, flip-front or otherwise.

I don’t test a lot of flip-front helmets. That’s because I personally don’t like them, and that means pretty much every one I do try out I’m going to give a poor review. I don’t like that they are heavy, awkwardly balanced and noisy.

I’ll wear flip-ups, so I can write intelligently about them, but I subject them to the same standards I expect from full-facers.

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In fact, it’s a pretty good helmet, flip-front or otherwise. The outer shell (which comes in two different sizes to cover the 6 helmet sizes, XS-XXL) is a Kevlar/carbon/fiberglass composite, reshaped for better aerodynamics.

The Jiano TC is a stylish and well-made piece of gear. The finish is good and the fit, finish and attention to detail are noticeable. You won’t mistake it for a higher-priced helmet, but it’s also no cheapie.

My matte-black Jiano TC fit me pretty well. MotoNation calls it a “mid-oval” shape, and I felt some pressure on the crown of my head, but it broke in within 50 miles.

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On the road, the Jiano TC didn’t really feel like a flip-up helmet to me. That’s because it’s the quietest and least drafty flip-front I can remember testing. No whistling noises, no breezes tickling my face. The visor seals well and is distortion-free (it’s claimed anti-fog, but it works as well as the other “anti-fog” faceshields I’ve tested). The internal sunscreen is good. It’s easy to deploy and retract and offers a variety of positions to even accommodate guys like my cousin David, who has a large (but very handsome) nose. The visor isn’t tinted enough to ride with directly into the sun, but it beats sunglasses—or having to carry an extra shield for when the sun goes down.

Read the Entire Article on the Jiano EVO TC @ http://www.motorcycledaily.com

Cadillac's All-Wheel Drive Model Sales on the Rise in the U.S.A.

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It was a time when associating Cadillac with all-wheel drive was considered to be a heresy. But mentalities have changed and more American customers are specifying their cars with the AWD option. GM’s luxury brand has registered a combined sales increase of 38% for its 4x4 SRX, CTS and Escalade models in the past two years. Specifically, one-third of the

Mitsubishi GalEA Four-Door Sportcoupé Design Concept by Gábor Farkas

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In the beginning of the year, we showed you a very production-like concept study for a new generation of the Colt sub-compact called the Concept CS, which was created by Gábor Farkas. The independent designer has now sent us yet another Mitsubishi study, this time for a replacement to the Galant sedan.
The concept is named GalEA and is said to draw its

Monday, June 13, 2011

TONY CAIROLI AND SIDI CROSSFIRE BOOTS ARE OUTSTANDING IN THE BATTLE FOR THE MX1 WORLD TITLE

The battle for the 2011 motocross world title is on. On Sunday, June 5th, the French circuit at Saint Jean d’Angely hosted the fifth stage of the world title championship. The reigning MX1 class of French GP saw hometown idol Steven Frossard clinch victory as he managed to stay ahead of the phenomenon from the Sidi stable, Tony Cairoli. Even though he didn’t score a win, Cairoli, as always, put on a great show during the race, and he did himself proud on the dirt in France.

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Sidi Crossfire, Technology & Design. When he’s straddling his bike, Cairoli can always count on his Sidi Crossfire boots, the number one footwear in the off road collection by Sidi. The Crossfire is THE boot for motocross champions. It’s a boot that features enviable characteristics and stands out as a veritable jewel of technology and design. Unbeatable on any terrain and in any type of weather, this boot is produced with cutting edge materials, featuring attractive shapes and solutions that promise the most comfort and safety to the foot without sacrificing performance.

With his second place in race1 and third place in race2, the Sicilian pilot from KTM took the second step on the podium in the final GP standings, acquiring important points towards the world title. The 2011 World Title is Tony Cairoli’s main objective for the season, and he’s only six points away from the current leader, the Belgian Desalle.

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Attached: photos of Tony Cairoli in action and on the podium at the French GP.

Webbikeworld Reviews the SIDI ST's

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Summary
The new Sidi ST and ST Air boots provide high levels of protection with ease of use.

The entry and security system developed for the ST boots is easier to use for street or sport riding than the entry system found on the Sidi Vortice boots.

Sidi quality and features abound, and although the price may seem a bit steep, you can't put a price on safety.

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Features of the Sidi ST Boots

There are several basic but necessary features that define a sport race style boot. These include reinforced soles, heel and toe protection, ankle protection and a tall upper to provide some shin protection.

Any boot in the Sidi lineup will give you that and you'll surely end up with something better than a pair of sneakers or work boots in terms of protection.

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ST Secret Sauce

So the ST boots are pretty close to the no-compromises Vortice boots in terms of protection, but there's one big difference -- the ST boots have a new and very trick entry/latching/security system that makes them easier to use than the Vortice boots.

In fact, there's no reason at all why you can't use the ST boots on the street and be assured of near-race-like protection. Of course, there's nothing stopping you from wearing the Vortice boots either on the street either, other than the fussiness of the "Tecno VR" and "Tecno II" adjustable calf cinctures that were designed for pro racing.

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Conclusion

While I've felt like there were a few compromises on some of the other Sidi boots we've reviewed, I'm really liking the Sidi ST boots.

They provide some of the best protection you'll find but they're still very easy to use (for this type of boot) on the street, unlike the Vortice boots that seem a bit too fussy for quick on/off street riding.

The styling is typically Sidi and I probably would prefer a black ST Air version, but either way, these are first-rate boots and it just doesn't get much better. If you can swing the cost, this is the boot to have.

Read the Entire Article @ Webbikeworld.com

Cycle World Digital Feature: Vemar Jiano EVO TC

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SIDI Vertigo Lei Product Spotlight

Keep an eye out for the latest review on the SIDI Vertigo Lei's in Black Girls Ride Magazine http://blackgirlsride.com/

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Had a chance to get out and test the boots this weekend, and they are super comfortable! I love the adjustable calf feature! We rode up to Angeles Crest, the rock store, Back down the coast to Neptunes Net and over to Venice Beach. I got a good solid ride in.

BMW's Geneva Show Vision ConnectedDrive Roadster Concept Signals the Return of the Shark Nose

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Truth to be said, we miss a lot of things from the BMW cars of the pre-Bangle era, but if we had to single one out, it would most likely be the characteristic and aggressive shark-nose of the old-school bimmers. However, BMW's new concept roadster model that was revealed today ahead of its world premiere at the Geneva Salon in March, may very well signal

Super-Lux Range Rover Autobiography Ultimate Edition heads to Geneva Motor Show

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At next month's Geneva Salon, Land Rover will display the new Range Rover Autobiography Ultimate Edition, which is claimed be the firm’s most luxurious model ever.
The highlight of the limited edition model are the two stand-alone rear seats, which are clad in specially selected natural leather and separated by an additional console incorporating an aluminum

MR Car Design Tunes up the Pre-Facelift Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG

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The pre-facelift Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG is the object of MR Car Design's latest tuning program. The exterior kit for the hardtop roadster model includes a lightweight carbon fiber hood from Kicherer, smoked up turn signals all around and the rear diffuser from the newer 2009MY SL 65 AMG. A set of shiny 20-inch alloy wheels from Carlsson and custom-made

SLP Performance Receives GM's "Blessings" for Tuned 2011 Camaro ZL1

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With its 550HP 6.2-liter supercharged V8, the upcoming 2012 Camaro ZL1 is Chevrolet’s wildest pony car yet. However, it won't be available for sale for another year, and here's where SLP Performance steps in. The U.S.-based company is running a ZL1 tuning program for the current 2011 Camaro SS.In regards of the copyright issues for the Z1 nameplate, SLP has

Friday, June 10, 2011

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Porsche Panamera Tuneathon Continues with Anderson Germany

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Another day, another tuning proposal for Porsche's Panamera sports saloon which is proving to be particularly popular with the aftermarket industry. This one comes from Anderson Germany which has just finished tidying up the details on its latest project based on the non-turbo Panamera 4S.

Starting with the engine programme, a software update and a sport

The Biggest Threat to the Chevy Volt are...Rats?!

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Okay, readers: hands up if you like rats. No, not the cute white ones you see in science labs or can buy at pet shops. I’m talking about the sewer-dwelling, disease-carrying ones that invade your house to eat, poop and scare your misses.
What if I told you those same feral rats are not only a danger to your home but also to your brand-spanking-new plug-in

Government Probe Finds no Link Between Electronics and Unintended Acceleration in Toyota and Lexus Vehicles

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A 10-month long probe done by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and NASA found no link between software-driven throttles and unintended acceleration in Toyota Motor Corp vehicles. The investigation concluded that the previously suspected sticking accelerator pedals and loose floor mats are to blame for the unfortunate incidents, which

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

VIDEO: Porsche's 34.6 MPG 2012 Panamera S Hybrid on the Move

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Porsche is out to prove that luxury sports saloons can offer exceptional fuel economy and low emissions without losing on performance with its new Panamera S Hybrid model, the first details of which were released earlier today. Shortly after the presentation Porsche also published a short video of the hybrid model in motion, which you can check out after

Lancia Flavia Sedan and Convertible: Concept

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Lancia is going to be quite busy at next month's Geneva Salon as the Italian brand deepens its ties with Chrysler by incorporating the latter's models into its range. Next up on our list after the new Lancia Thema, are the Flavia concept saloon and convertible models, which pay tribute not to their historic ancestor of the 1960s but to art of badge

MINI to Debut...Mini Concept at Geneva Motor Show

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Carscoop has learned that Mini will lift the covers off a brand new concept model at the Geneva Motor Show in the beginning of March. The three-door design study is said to hark back to the classic Mini in terms of its exterior dimensions while keeping up with the times in terms of safety requirements and occupant space.
The concept will measure a little

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Ford Launches Limited Edition Fiesta Sport+ with 134 Ponies in Europe

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Ford is expanding the Fiesta’s European lineup with the Sport+ limited edition based on the three-door variant, and boasting several exterior and interior appointments, plus a tweaked 1.6-liter gasoline engine in order to attract more performance-oriented customers.

On the outside, the Sport+ (dubbed Sport S in Germany and S1600 in the UK) is set

New Panamera S Hybrid is The Most Fuel Efficient Porsche of All Time

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Just as we suspected when Porsche first announced its plans to present a brand new hybrid model at the Geneva Salon, the German firm's 'surprise' is indeed the Panamera S Hybrid. According to the automaker, the new 380HP hybrid GT is the most economical Porsche of all time with a combined fuel economy of 6.8 lt/100km or 34.6 mpg US, and also

MotorTrend Pits the Corvette Z06, Shelby GT500 and Nissan GT-R Against Each Other

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What weights ten tonnes and costs more than US$240,000? If you said, “a gold plated bulldozer”, you’d be close but no cigar. The answer is three sub-100k supercars: the Chevy Corvette Z06, Ford Shelby GT500 and Nissan GT-R. These three industry titans, with nameplates stretching as far back as the 1960s, were the recent subjects of an epic comparison test

Saturday, June 4, 2011

Ram Introduces New 1500 Tradesman at Chicago Show

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Chrysler's Ram division introduced the a new Tradesman option package for the 2011 Ram 1500 at the Chicago Auto Show. Based on the ST trim level, the new variant comes with the 390HP 5.7-liter HEMI V8 and five-speed automatic transmission, accompanied by a more comprehensive standard equipment list.

The Tradesman packages includes the Class IV trailer

2011 Toyota Matrix Freshens up for Chicago Auto Show

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Toyota has chosen this week's Chicago Auto Show to stage the reveal of the 2011 model year Matrix. If you're having a hard time finding the styling differences between the 2010- and 2011-MY versions of the Matrix, that's because the revisions are barely noticeable.
On the outside, the subtle refresh is limited to all-new front

Suzuki to Preview Hot Hatchback in Geneva with Swift S-Concept

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Ever since Suzuki presented the latest generation of the Swift in the summer of 2010, we were wondering if the Japanese automaker had any plans to add a sportier version to its supermini's range. Well, it appears that Suzuki does have something in mind as the company will be exhibiting a new concept car named the SWIFT S-CONCEPT at the Geneva Motor Show in

Alfa Romeo Focuses on the Giulietta and 2011MY MiTo at the Geneva Show

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The Fiat Group will have a particularly strong presence at the Geneva Motor Show this year, as it’s planning to reveal a bevy of new models and concept cars. Alfa Romeo’s offering at the Swiss salon will be centered on the Giulietta compact and 2011MY MiTo subcompact models, with two of each scheduled to go on display. And for those of you wondering, Alfa's

Friday, June 3, 2011

Opel Releases More Info and Photos of 2011 Antara Facelift

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We've already laid eyes on Opel's and sister company Vauxhall's rehashed Antara, but the automaker just came out with a fresh batch of photos as well as some additional information on the compact SUV, including performance and fuel economy stats for the revamped engine lineup.
The cosmetic changes are pretty much limited to the front fascia and rear lights

Geneva Preshow: Fiat Publishes New Photos of Freemont Crossover

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The star of Fiat's exhibition area at the Geneva Motor Show and the first Fiat-branded vehicle to come out of the partnership with the Chrysler Group is the new Freemont 7-seater crossover. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to see that the Freemont is a re-badged 2011 Dodge Journey, but if for whatever reason you weren't satisfied with the first batch of

New Mazda MX-5 Special Edition Comes to the States, will Debut in Chicago

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Earlier today, we told you about the Australian market Mazda MX-5 Special Edition featuring a sports suspension kit and some exclusive styling touches. Well, we now learn that the same model will be offered in the States in a limited run of 750 units, albeit at a much lower price as the U.S. version starts at $30,925 with a manual transmission, and

Chevrolet Plans to Introduce a Limited Edition Camaro Every Six Months

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Camaro fans will be happy to know that the bow-tie brand plans to introduce a limited edition version every six months, in an effort to create more hype around its pony car and of course, further increase sales. According to an Automotive News report, Chevrolet will not only revive various nameplates from the past, but will also introduce some brand new

Porsche Quietly Rolls Out Pure-Electric Boxster E Prototypes

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In a German-language only press release and without much fanfare, Porsche announced the introduction of a trio of electric-powered Boxster E prototypes. Over the next few months, these pure-electric test vehicles will be trialed in and around the city of Stuttgart to provide feedback on the feasibility and usability of the concept in everyday use.
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