The Swiss issue a $290,000 speeding ticket

Posted by Ilia Lou on January 9th, 2010 at 11:46 am

An unnamed driver of a Ferrari Testarossa was fined $290,000 for speeding in Switzerland. The driver was going 35 mph over the speed limit of 50, and because of his wealth, he was given a record breaking speeding fine. Even with his $20+ million however, $290k seems a bit steep, it’s over double the last record breaking fine of $107k.

The court clerk stated that the driver can appeal this decision, so we’ll see later on what happens with that.

[Via: Askmen.com]

Ken Block has switched cars, from Subaru to Ford

Posted by Ilia Lou on January 6th, 2010 at 3:18 pm

If you ever searched for anything Rally related on YouTube, then you most likely have herd about a guy named Ken Block. His Gymkhana skills have been exposed to millions of YouTube users around the world, along with his car, a modified Subaru Impreza WRX STi. However, Ken needed a new car since he’s now going to compete in the World Rally Championship.

So, what is his weapon of choice? Modified Ford focus RS and the rally Fiesta. The cars have been prepared by M-Sport, and are lighter, better handling, and more powerful than the standard cars. You’ll see these cars racing soon, with the one and only Ken Block at the wheel.

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Top Gear’s reasonably priced car to be changed next season

Posted by Ilia Lou on January 4th, 2010 at 6:31 pm

If you didn’t catch the latest episode of Top Gear, then you probably haven’t herd that their reasonably priced car (Chevy Lacetti) is most likely going to be replaced next season. So, as the Chevy is parked next to the Suzuki Liana (Top Gear’s oldest reasonably priced car), we have the job of guessing what the next one will be. We will find out for sure in a few months when Top Gear returns with it’s 15th season!

For now however, let’s remind out selves how all the stars got on in the reasonably priced car:

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Record breaking 269′ car jump by Travis Pastrana

Posted by Ilia Lou on January 3rd, 2010 at 2:09 pm

A lot of you have probably seen Ken Block fly his rally car 171 feet on YouTube, but that’s nothing compared to Travis’s accomplishment. Travis Pastrana managed to jump his 450HP rally Subaru 269 feet across the water with a perfect landing. Incredible achievement, excellent bravery, and an amazing way to celebrate 2010.

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New 2012 Model S from Tesla, a practical electric car that seats 7

Posted by Ilia Lou on January 2nd, 2010 at 2:42 pm

Well, I have to admit, before the Model S I didn’t have much hope for the electric car. Yes, the Roadster sport did 0-60 in 3.7 seconds and no one is denying that it was very quick indeed, but the fact that it was hopelessly impractical to live with, and that the charging would take forever turned me away. Now however, this Model S might just prove me wrong.

This new Tesla will have 4 doors, a big trunk for your belongings, and it looks astonishingly good. If anything the technical stuff is even more impressive, 0-62 happens in just 5.6 seconds, and the maximum range is 300 miles. A 45 minute “QuickCharge” as well as a 5 minute battery swap should ensure that you won’t run out of electricity all the time.

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New Volvo S60 concept with it’s own videogame

Posted by Ilia Lou on December 31st, 2009 at 2:03 pm

Volvo has pulled out a new concept model of the S60, which is suppose to be faster, better looking, and safer then the normal S60. However they don’t put too much of a spot light on speed, most of it is on safety. This car will feature electronic aids such as adaptive cruise control, pedestrian detection, and collision warning with full auto brake. The engine is nothing special, it’s a 1.6L 180 horsepower high efficiency engine, which was designed to be economical and environmentally friendly.

Here’s something a bit more interesting though, Volvo has teamed up with SIMBIN development team to create, “Volvo the game”. It’s basically a simulator where you drive the S60 around a track, and the download is free.

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Jay Leno already enjoying his SLS AMG

Posted by Ilia Lou on December 30th, 2009 at 12:46 pm

Talk show legend and comedian Jay Leno takes his new car, the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, for a ride. He shows off a few street roads which make up a quick and twisty street circuit in LA. On his journey he talks about the car, Hollywood stars, himself, and the Roads. Enjoy!
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A Mercedes 240D that has driven 2.8 mil Kms earns a spot at the Mercedes Museum

Posted by Ilia Lou on December 28th, 2009 at 1:26 pm

A Greek taxi driver and the owner of the car, Gregorios Sachinides, says the miles have been clocked up thanks to his job as a cab driver. He used work in Greece’s second largest city, Thessaloniki. This historical 240D also played a role in the Balkans war, by making hundreds of trips transporting medical supplies.

Basically, this Merc packs as much history as a WWII fighter plane, except the plane never broke a record for the longest amount miles ever clocked up, and the 240D did.

As mentioned before, this amazing vehicle will be preserved at the Mercedes museum in Germany, so if really want to see a car that’s driven the equivalent distance of driving to and back from the moon six times, then that’s where you should head.

[Via: DailyTimes.com.pk]

80 Lucky people get a free fill up at the gas station

Posted by Ilia Lou on December 24th, 2009 at 12:21 pm

A Tennessee resident Don Reed purchased gas for 80 strangers as his way to spread the holiday cheer. When the gas station owner first herd about this, she was sure it was a joke, but Don was completely serious. Enjoy the video!
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Detroit Auto Show – Chrysler will bring out new Fiat 500 models

Posted by Ilia Lou on December 23rd, 2009 at 4:21 pm

You herd right, Chrysler believes the quick and nimble Fiat 500 can be improved by having it fit with an electric motor. In fact, Chrysler will use it’s stand at the Detroit auto show to present multiple of it’s 500 models, like the 500 Abarth and the 500C Convertible. If you like what you see, then you’ll have to wait until 2011 for these cars to arrive at Chrysler showrooms.

However, a bunch of small Fiats isn’t exactly something I’m looking forward to. Luckily, Ferrari is going to show up with it’s 458 Italia, and Maserati will be there with it’s new GranCabrio.

Click here for more information on the Detroit Auto Show.

[Via: DetNews]

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