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Sunbeam Tiger Concept

Posted on April 18, 2009 by admin

The Sunbeam Tiger Concept is a 2-seater sports car inspired by 1925 Sunbeam Tiger Land Speed Record car. The car was designed by Ryan Skelley, a design student of Coventry University, as a future model to celebrate the centenary of the original Sunbeam (1925-2025). The car is powered by an electrical engine, pushing it 0-60mph at 2.3-seconds, achieving 160mph top speed and a single charge for 800 miles. You can get the charging done in 4 hours. The Sunbeam Tiger Concept is made of eco materials – recycled aluminum tubular chassis, soy foam seats with Biofabric, vegetable oil resin body panels. More pictures. Continue reading “Sunbeam Tiger Concept”

Nissan Nismo 370Z

Posted on April 12, 2009April 12, 2009 by admin

Here’s the Nissian Nismo 370Z. It is a faster and sportier version of Z powered by a 3.7-liter V6, churning out 350hp mated with a close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission with Nissan’s new SynchroRev Match functionality that automatically controls and adjusts engine speed when shifting. Other uniques include an ultra-lightweight 19-inch Rays forged alloy wheels wrapped in Yokohama Advan Sport rubber, 14-inch front and 13.8-inch rear Nismo sport brakes, HID xenon headlights, Nissan Intelligent Key push-button start, and a unique racing-inspired body kit. More pictures after the jump. Continue reading “Nissan Nismo 370Z”

Spyker C8 Spyder Convertible

Posted on April 8, 2009April 8, 2009 by admin

This is the Spyker C8 Spyder convertible, the original base model with an Audi 4.2 litre V8 engine mated with a 6-speed manual transmission, producing 400 PS (290 kW) and achieving the top speed of 300 km/h (186 mph). It is priced at $129,900 at eBay. More pictures after the jump. Continue reading “Spyker C8 Spyder Convertible”

Fifth Gear’s Jason Plato Performs Incredible Recovery During Race

Posted on April 8, 2009April 8, 2009 by admin

Jason Plato from Fifth Gear does a fantastic save after being knock from behind by Jonathan Adam as they enter Paddock Hill Bend at nearly 100 MPH. Jonathan was subsequently given a four second penalty which handed Jason the win. Holy sh*t, he is really lucky. Video after the jump. Continue reading “Fifth Gear’s Jason Plato Performs Incredible Recovery During Race”

Fifth Gear: Honda Insight

Posted on April 5, 2009April 5, 2009 by admin

Jonny Smith has gone for a road test with Honda Insight in the new Fifth Gear segment. The Honda Insight is the most affordable hybrid available in the US. Video after the jump. Continue reading “Fifth Gear: Honda Insight”