Its aggressive, low muscular stance not only draws attention to the changes beneath the skin, but serves an equally important technical role.




The revised W12 engine, an advanced 621bhp (630PS) unit that spearheads the radical Flexfuel programme is allowed to generate its extra power and torque as dramatic vertical front air intakes distribute 10% additional airflow to the twin intercoolers.

Even the wheel was reinvented. The striking 10-spoke blade-like design drives airflow over the largest carbon ceramic brakes ever offered on a production car.
Distinctive styling for extreme performance.

Everything about the Supersports is engineered for a single purpose: to deliver the most thrilling driving experience imaginable.

Bentley has been ramping up the power, performance and sportiness of what used to be perceived as a fairly staid old-boys marque. With the Supersports now available as a ragtop... it’s getting awfully tough to stick with Grey Poupon jokes.

See the new 2011 convertible at the 2011 Calgary AutoShow!


Images and information courtesy of Bentley Motors.

After a 40-year break, the legendary Boss 302 is back in action. This intimidator on wheels was literally born on the racetrack, and today proudly returns with some serious performance upgrades. IN 1968 the Ford brass let the Mustang team run wild and produce one of the hottest production muscle machines ever. In 2012, they’re looking to bring back the thunder....




Ford's powertrain team started with GT's 5.0L as a baseline, then injected some major modifications so the Boss 302 could withstand all-day thrashing up to its 7,500 rpm redline.

Improvements abound, including forced-aluminum pistons, upgraded connecting rods, revised oil pan baffling, and a whole lot more. Even without a supercharger, the Boss delivers 444 horsepower and 380 lb.-ft of torque.

With the Boss 302 Ford didn’t skimp on anything, from performance enhancements to stylish touches. Among the details, Ford points highlights:

• Brembo™ front brakes
  • Front lower fascia with new splitter
  • Unique Boss 302 Livery – hood and side reverse “C” stripes with logo, and roof painted to match stripe color and black decklid spoiler
  • Production number on engine manifold
  

The Boss is making one Canadian auto show appearance... Calgary - March 9-13.

See you there.

"The new V8 Coupé from AMG not only undercuts all of its direct competitors in the small but refined four-door high-performance coupé segment, but is also more fuel efficient than significantly lower-powered vehicles."

That may sound a bit smug, but hey, they seem to have a little something to be smug about.



The 2012 CLS 63 AMG is Mercedes’ update to the CLS 55 AMG and the previous CLS AMG 63, both introduced in 2004. Manufacturer’s numbers for the bi-turbo 5.5-liter V8 are 518 HP and 516 lb-ft of torque in the standard version with the optional AMG Performance Package boosting power to 550 HP and 590 lb-ft of torque.

Paired with the AMG 7-speed automatic, this beast does 0-60mph in 4.4 seconds, a slightly quicker 4.3 with the performance package. Top speed in standard form is pegged at 155 mph, rising to 186 mph in the upgrade version.

Mercedes calls it “Affalterbach - Exciting design, ultimate performance and groundbreaking efficiency."



The efficiency is based on a stated 32 percent increase in efficiency over the previous model based on fuel consumption reported at 9.9 litres/100km. Fuel economy may not be top of mind if this is your daily driver, but hey... every little bit helps.

Click here for more info from the manufacturer.

You could be forgiven if you thought Aston Martin was doing okay with their efforts by offering the luxury four-door Rapide… A 6.0 liter V12 with 470hp at 6000rpm and 443 lb ft of torque at 5000rpm. Zero to 100km/h just over 5 secedes. To speed a little north of 300km/h.

But, in case you just weren't getting enough from that package, in 2010 Aston Martin released images of the upgraded Luxe version.



Not a lot of other details… so why not come and see it for yourself? Distinctive Auto of Calgary has announced that they will be showing an Aston Martin Rapide Luxe at the Calgary International Auto & Truck Show!

"The Rapide Luxe is a new and exclusive derivative of the Rapide. It provides a combination of highly desirable functional features, a greater choice of paint and leather finishes as standard, and unique features including bespoke accessories," says the company.

Got to look into getting a bigger garage!

Honda is once again adding some dash to the venerable Civic with the introduction this year of the New Concept Civic.



The Concept vehicles offer an intriguing preview of the styling direction of the new, ninth-generation Civic.

Though no official announcement of Canadian availability has been confirmed (Honda hints at April 2011), reports are that the all-new Civic model range will arrive with unprecedented diversity, including conventional sedan and coupe models, sporty "Si" performance versions, as well as hybrid and natural-gas variants. The new Civic hybrid will feature a lithium ion battery cell, the first ever for a Honda hybrid. In another first for Honda, the Eco-Assist™ system will be available in most upcoming Civic models. Additionally, Honda is expanding retail sales of the natural gas-powered Civic GX model.

Altogether, the new Civic promises to continue its tradition of user-friendliness, sporty performance and excellent fuel economy, offering an unprecedented level of variety with the widest array of powertrain choices in its class.

For more info....

Courtesy of Honda Canada

Looking for something new from one of the most venerable automakers around… you won't want to miss the all-new Range Rover Evoque from Land Rover.



The all new vehicle entering its first year of production is the smallest, lightest and most fuel-efficient Range Rover model ever. Available in three class levels - Pure, Prestige and Dynamic - the Evoque draws on Land Rover's rugged heritage with a wide range of off-road enhancements like the Hill Descent Control mixed with luxury finishes and a decidedly sporty-urban feel.

The compact size of the new Evoque also allows it to benefit from lightweight, four-cylinder turbocharged engine, that combines superior performance with Range Rover brands lowest CO2 emissions to date.

For more info....

Lamborghini Bringing Super Hot Gallardos to Calgary Autoshow
Meet the Gallardo boys: Superleggera and his open-air brother Spyder Performante.
The Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 is simply a stunning driving machine in either configuration.

5.2 litres of V10 pounding out 570 horses.... that puts the Spyder to 100 km.h in 3.9 seconds while his slightly lighter sibling, the Superleggera, gets there in a stunning 3.4 seconds. If they close the TransCanada for you, top speeds of 201 and 202 mph will get you to Medicine Hat in about 53 minutes... Lamborghini has even reduced CO2 emissions (20.5% lower than previous models for the Superleggera). They are also just a little bit sexy....
You know where to see them up close... Calgary International Auto & Truck Show... March 9–13.

Nissan LEAF adds more Green to 2011 Calgary Autoshow Line-Up



Reports are that you will have to wait until next year to buy one... but you don’t have to wait to see one! NIssan Canada has confirmed that the Nissan LEAF will be on display at the 2011 Calgary International Auto & Truck Show.

In January, the Nissan LEAF was named European Car of the Year for 2011 as judged by a panel of leading motoring journalists from 23 European countries. It’s the first time in 48 years that an electric vehicle has won the award. It was chosen ahead of 6 other short-listed vehicles.

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