BMW M135i

A few months ago BMW unveiled the M135i concept, and now they’re putting it into production.

The BMW M135i features a twin-scroll turbo, 3.0-litre straight-six engine that produces 320 hp and 332 torque, 18-inch light-alloy wheels, contoured side skirts, an M-Sport rear bumper, 50:50 weight distribution, adaptive headlights, a rear view camera, a lane-departure warning system, and BMW Assist. You get your choice between a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic transmission, but chances are you’ll want to opt for the automatic, considering that it’s faster (damn you technology!).

Count on 0-62mph in 4.9 seconds with a limited top speed of 155mph. And an optional all-wheel drive version will also be available later this year.

SUVs & Wagons

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Aston Martin DBS Ultimate

The bad news is that Aston Martin will be discontinuing the DBS soon. The good news: they’re phasing it out with one final bang.

The Aston Martin DBS Ultimate is a limited, special edition of which only 100 will be produced. It’ll carry over the same 510hp V12 from the standard model, but includes a host of upgrades elsewhere.

Additions include carbonfibre wing mirrors, rear diffuser and taillight inserts, black numberplate surround, smoked taillights, Zircotec-coated exhaust pipes, dark front grille, black diamond-turned alloy wheels, the option of red, yellow or black brake calipers, diamond-quilt stitching (red or silver), alcantara headliner, headrest embroidery, and red leather-trimmed steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters.

You’ll have your choice between a coupe or convertible, either a six-speed manual or six-speed ‘Touchtronic II’ automatic transmission, and one of three colors: Carbon Black II, Quantum Silver and Silver Fox.

$1,000,000+, Supercars

By Jason Bacchetta on May 9th, 2012

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Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Wei Long Edition

Unveiled at the Beijing Motor Show, the Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Wei Long Edition is anything but typical.

Aside from being one of the most powerful supercars in the world, the Wei Long Edition – in collaboration with porcelain maker, Königliche Porzellan Manufaktur – features white porcelain dragon sculptures, both inside and out. It also boasts embroidered headrests and handcrafted pure silk floor mats. But perhaps what the drooling spectators will notice first is the pearl white paint job, carmine red interior and carmine red brake calipers teasing them from behind 20-inch alloy wheels.

Unfortunately, if the $2 million price tag doesn’t exclude you from ever owning the Wei Long Edition, the fact that only one (of which is already sold) is being produced, will.

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By Jason Bacchetta on April 30th, 2012

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Lamborghini Urus

Need a vehicle that will fit the entire family inside, and still leave the average sports car in the dust? The Lamborghini Urus – an SUV to be unveiled at the Beijing Motor Show in a few days – is it.

While the official details are still under wraps, reports say the Urus will run on a 5.2-liter V10 with 584 horsepower. And it’s likely to share its platform with the next-generation Porsche Cayenne.

Even with the lack of information, you have to admit an SUV from Lamborghini is intriguing.

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By Jason Bacchetta on April 20th, 2012

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2013 Mercedes-Benz G-Class

G-Class fanatics will be happy to hear that the exterior isn’t changing much for 2013, aside from LEDs underneath the headlights and new side mirrors.

They’ll be even happier to learn of the upgrades including radar-based cruise control, Blind Spot Assist, Parktronic, reworked ESP (to work with trailers), and an all new dash and console.

Yet, the power junkies won’t be satisfied with anything less than, well… more power. Which is why the G65 will come loaded with a 612-horsepower, 738-pound-foot twin-turbo V12 taken from the SL65 AMG.

Unfortunately for those of us in the U.S., the G65 won’t be available in the states… but surely the 544-hp, twin-turbo V8 G63 will suffice.

Headline, SUVs & Wagons

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Knight XV

The end of the world is approaching fast and if you’ve ever watched an episode of Doomsday Preppers, you know you need some serious gear to get you through the crazies who will be taking over the streets.

Why not start with the Knight XV, an ultra-luxurious, handcrafted fully armored SUV? Inspired by military vehicle designs and limited to 100, the bio-fuel powered Knight XV comes loaded with a 6.8 litre V10. Additional features include:

6-passenger seating on handmade Andrew Muirhead leather
Wilton Wool carpeting
Personal side-mounted laptop stations in the back seats
Alpine radio, CD, DVD, navigation and BlueTooth systems
Dual screen rear console
22.5″ custom 6061 aluminum rims
Stainless steel side-mounted running boards
Ballistic fiberglass bumpers and fenders
Front- and rear-mounted night vision cameras
Securilok anti-theft system
Bullet-proof body and windows
Firewall between the engine and passenger compartment

And if you need upgrades, be sure to grab yourself the wet bar, external listening device, roof-mounted search spotlight, and external smoke-releasing security system.

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By Jason Bacchetta on April 5th, 2012

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BMW i8 Spyder

Could this beauty be what the future holds for the automotive industry? We sure hope so.

For starters, the BMW i8 Spyder sports a 131 hp electric motor pushing the front wheels while a 223 hp turbocharged gas three-cylinder powers the rear. This unique combination allows for front-wheel, rear-wheel, or all-wheel drive – your choice. Efficiency is an understatement, boasting 78 mpg, and speed is plentiful, clocking 0-62 mph in five seconds with a top speed of 155 mph.

Throw in a two-section folding roof, upward-opening doors, and two electric scooters under the rear glass panel… then you’ve got yourself a machine. Even if it is still just a concept.

Sports Cars

By Jason Bacchetta on April 2nd, 2012

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Ferrari F12 Berlinetta

Ferrari anyone? How about the fastest Ferrari ever built? Yes please!

The all new Ferrari F12 Berlinetta comes loaded with a v12 pushing out 740 horsepower and 509 lb-ft of torque using an F1 dual-clutch transmission. 0-60 in 3 seconds, 0-100 in 8.4 seconds, and a top speed of over 210 mph. The car is being built to compete with the Lamborghini LP700-4 Aventador, so don’t expect any shortcuts here.

Oh and, it looks ~~pretty nice~~ f…ing awesome too.

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By Jason Bacchetta on March 8th, 2012

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Aston Martin One-77

You know what I’d do as a millionaire during times of economic trouble? Blow $2 million on one of the baddest supercars in the world. Which is probably why I’m not a millionaire.

All kidding aside, the Aston Martin One-77 is no joke. The hand-formed aluminum body displays ribbed sides, monstrous headlights and aggressive ducts, all of which were inspired by the race cars of the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters. Under the hood you’ll find a 7.3-liter V12 engine capable of delivering 750 horsepower and 750 lb-ft of torque. Reports claim that it smashes 0-60 in just over 3 seconds, and has a top speed of over 200 mph. The car also features a fully adjustable suspension with pushrod-activated dampers, carbon-ceramic brake rotors, and a six-speed paddle-shifted transmission exclusive to the One-77.

If the name wasn’t indication enough, only 77 were produced (eight of which will arrive in the United States). Need one for your garage? Better hurry… there’s only one left.

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By Jason Bacchetta on February 12th, 2012

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Jaguar C-X75 | Turbine-Powered Supercar

In 2010 Jaguar introduced the C-X75 concept car that made mouths water. Well it looks like 250 of these bad boys will actually be produced in the next 2-3 years.

The majority of these units will come with a hybrid turbo four engine, but now Jaguar’s saying a limited quantity will include micro-turbines as envisioned in the original concept car. The turbines, smaller than what you’d expect to find on a jet, will drive the rear wheels and produce 95 horsepower each (in addition to the electric power). The result? Outstanding fuel economy and emissions.

Oh, and 0-60 in three seconds.

Supercars

By Jason Bacchetta on February 9th, 2012

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