2012 Porsche 911 - New Information

The new 911 (generation code 991) is reportedly slightly larger than the outgoing 997 model, with the wheelbase growing by 10mm. Overall, the car will grow by 56mm to a length of 4.49 meters. The width of the base 911 will remain the same, while the Carrera will grow 60mm wider, presumably to accommodate wider wheels and tires. Fuel economy is predicted to be about 26mpg. The standard 3.8 liter motor is expected to output 395hp, allowing the car to accelerate from 0-60 in 4.5 seconds. Porsche has managed to shave off 20kg of weight compared to the outgoing model. Expect to see the 2012 911 at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2011.

Source: www.worldcarfans.com

Pictured: 911 GT3 RS (997)

Subaru WRX STI tS Unveiled

A slight departure from the WRX STI hatchback, the tS comes in only 4-door Sedan form. It also loses the large spoiler, and replaces it with a more subdued rear lip. To reduce weight, STi added a carbon fiber roof as well as an aluminum hood. The interior features Recaro seats and STi and tS badges on pretty much every surface, just in case you forget what you're driving. The tS gets the full STi treatment with an STi-tuned suspension and 18" STi wheels. If you opt for the 6-speed manual, you'll get a 2.0l engine, while the 5-speed auto gets a 2.5l. The only bad news? It's a JDM exclusive model and only 400 units are being sold.

Source: 7tune.com

Pictured: Subaru WRX STI tS

Ford Could Be Bringing FPV Falcon GT to the US

Speculation is growing that Ford Motor Company could bring the Ford Performance Vehicles Falcon GT to the US. Ford's new global strategy seems to support this, as they are trying to make their models more consistent with each other worldwide. We've already seen this strategy in action with the European Focus being brought to the US, and Ford's plan to use its C platform on many models including the new Ford C-Max. With GM looking to bring the Commodore to the US as a Chevy model, Ford will need another model to compete, and the Falcon could fit the bill. The rear-drive, V8-powered HPV Falcon GT is the fastest Australian-made car on the market and is sure to be a big hit in the United States. Let's hope Ford makes the right decision and brings the supercharged 5.0 Falcon to the states sooner than later.

Source: theage.drive.com.au

Pictured: FPV Falcon GT

Hennessey Venom GT - Afterburner Engaged

The Hennessey Venom GT on a dyno spitting flames from its 1200hp turbocharged LS9 powerplant. The Bugatti Veyron should be cowering in fear right about now.

Check out the Hennessey Performance Youtube Channel for more videos of the Venom GT.

Diesel Powered GMC Sierra All Terrain HD Concept

Unlike its competitors from Ford and Dodge, the GMC Sierra All Terrain HD Concept comes loaded to the teeth with excess torque thanks to a 6.6 liter Duramax V8 Diesel. The monstrous engine churns out 397hp and a whopping 765lb-ft of torque and sends power to the wheels via a 6-speed Allison 1000 transmission. GMC is clearly targeting the Ford SVT Raptor and Dodge Ram Powerwagon with this entry into the offroad ready pickup segment. Expect this beast to arrive at GMC showrooms in the near future.

Source: Jalopnik

Pictured: GMC Sierra All Terrain HD Concept (via Jalopnik)

Mercedes-Benz Delivers First F-Cell Vehicle

The first hydrogen-powered F-CELL vehicle was delivered to a customer in California yesterday. Based on the Mercedes B-Class, the car achieves a range of 240 miles using a hydrogen fuel cell which powers an electric motor. Output is rated at 134hp and 215lb-ft. of torque. The B-Class F-CELL takes only 3 minutes to refuel, and emits only water vapor, which is harmless.

Source: PR Newswire

Pictured: Mercedes-Benz A-Class F-Cell vehicle

BMW 1-series Gets A Facelift

The BMW 1-series gets a minor facelift with an updated front fascia and headlight design, as well as new aerodynamics incorporating BMW's "Air Curtain" design.

Source: 1Addicts

Pictured: BMW 1-series LCI Cabrio

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BMW 1-series M Coupe unveiled- 'Ring times compared

The moment every BMW enthusiast has been anticipating is here- The new 1-series M Coupe has been officially unveiled! The 1-series M uses a 3.0-liter powerplant derived from the celebrated N54 and N55 turbocharged inline-six engines. Output is officially stated as being 335hp at 5900rpm and 332lb-ft. of torque at 1500rpm, with an overboost feature adding 37lb-ft. of torque for a limited time, presumably similar to that found in the 335is. BMW claim that the 1-series M gets from 0-62mph in a quick 4.9 seconds, about four tenths of a second faster than the current 135i. It is offered only with a six-speed manual transmission, with MSRP expected at around $46,000 US.

The official Nurburgring lap time of the 1-series M was 8 minutes and 12 seconds- 10 seconds faster than the last generation E46 M3. This puts it exactly even with the Z4 M Coupe's laptime, and between the E63 M6 (8:09) and E60 M5 (8:13). However, the 1M was three seconds slower around the ring than the Audi TT-RS, its main competitor. Considering the Audi's large projected price premium over the 1er, the 1-series M Coupe just might be the greatest performance bargain on the market when it hits dealers in Spring 2011.

Pictured: BMW 1-series M Coupe in Valencia Orange

Source: 1Addicts and Steved at 1Addicts

Honda planning CR-Z Type-R

Honda enthusiasts, rejoice! The anemic CR-Z is getting a breath of fresh turbocharged air. The CR-Z Type-R will get a displacement bump to 1.6 liters from the current 1.5 in the base CR-Z as well as a turbocharger. Output is expected to be around 200hp, with the new engine set to replace the current Civic Si's 2.0 liter inline-4. A detuned version putting out 160hp will also be available. Neither of these engines is expected to be paired with a hybrid powertrain.

The weight savings due to removing hybrid components as well as the horsepower bump should see the CR-Z becoming a serious performance contender in its class.

Pictured: Honda CR-Z Hybrid R Concept

Source: Autocar