2016 Porsche Panamera Edition Sedan and Panamera 4 Edition

Porsche will try to keep on the legacy of the Panamera model, as it is planning to introduce two new models, which would revive the famous sports car. I am referring here to the 2016 Porsche Panamera Edition and Porsche Panamera 4 Edition. The models will be completely different than what we have been used with so far.
This comes after Porsche has already launched the top of the line Panamera Turbo S Executive, with the two models to be unveiled at the 2015 New York Motor Show. Both models will sport the same features, starting with the now introduced high-gloss black trim strips fitted on the side windows, body-matching door handles, or the one-off 19-inch wheels, also seen on the Panamera Turbo.

2016 Porsche Panamera Edition

Inside, the 2016 Porsche Panamera Edition will get two-tone leather, the doorsill plates with the “Edition” badging, the Sport Design steering wheel, the one of a kind floor mats, as well as the Bose high-performance sound system with 14 speakers. Other high-end features include the backup camera, the speed sensitive system or the active suspension.

2016 Porsche Panamera Edition

Under the hood, the 2016 Porsche Panamera Edition and Panamera 4 Edition will pack a 3.6-liter V6 naturally-aspirated engine, developing a good 310 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. The engine will be hooked to the carmaker`s seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission.

2016 Porsche Panamera Edition

More than that, there is also good news concerning the prices both model will be coming with. The prices include the $995 destination charge for the rear wheel-drive version, set at $89,995, while the all-wheel drive variant will come with a lower $85,295.

2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

The 2015 Dodge SRT Hellcat is considered to most powerful road sports car.

2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

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2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

The Dodge North American based carmaker is proud to have unleashed this monster on four wheels, which takes its power from a huge 6.2-liter V8 unit, developing an impressive 707 horsepower and great 880 Nm of torque.The engine helps the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat sprint from 0 to 100 km/h under 4 seconds, with the tops speed standing at 320 km/h.

2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

Audi RS 3 Sedan

Audi RS 3 Sedan Rendering

The Audi RS 3 Sedan is also rumored to sport a more aggressive body design, with redesigned front fascia and other few tweaks at the body. More body style features will be revealed after the arrival of a facelift model in Europe.

Concerning the powertrain, the new Audi RS 3 might be offered with the same 2.5-TFSI unit, just like the one found on the European model, with a rough 362 horsepower and an S-tronic DSG transmission. Rumors have it that the model might also underpin a 6-speed manual, which is beginning to be favored in the US again. We will keep you posted on further news concerning the arrival of Audi RS 3 in US.

Mazda puts a price on the 2016 MX-5 in the United States

The Mazda MX-5 is certainly an iconic model that we’ve seen on the streets in the past years. Every time the company reveals a facelift or a new-generation model, they try to keep most of the model’s design features, so it will be recognizable from distance.
The 2016 Mazda MX-5 is no exception. It comes with an evolved design, a base Sport trim level with standard LED headlights and two other higher grades, namely Club and Grand Touring.

2016 Mazda MX-5

The Japanese carmaker denied to offer too many details on the equipment list but we know there are new standard equipment for the base model.

2016 Mazda MX-5

We talk about Bluetooth and USB connectivity, a leather-wrapped gear knob, power locks and many more. If Mazda was coy with the equipment specs, they did confirm that the MX-5 will use a 2.0-liter SKYACTIV engine producing 155 horsepower and 148 lb-ft (200 Nm) of torque.
In standard configuration, it is linked to a six-speed manual transmission. Therefore, we expect an automatic transmission to be available as optional. However, the company released no details in this regard.

2016 Mazda MX-5

2016 Audi e-tron 3.0 TDI Quattro

The newly unveiled 2015 Audi e-tron 3.0 TDI Quattro at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show is ending up in our news again, the German based carmaker launching the first official promo with the famous SUV. The video is highlighting the SUV`s main features and high-end materials inside.
The Audi e-tron 3.0 TDI Quattro is the Audi`s latest edition in terms of technology under the hood, as it comes equipped with the 3.0-liter TDI Quattro diesel engine, developing 258 horsepower and impressive 600 Nm of torque.

2016 Audi e-tron 3.0 TDI Quattro

The engine is hooked to an electric motor which produces an additional 128 horsepower and 250 Nm of torque. The overall power now stands at 373 horsepower and 700 Nm of torque, enough to make the SUV reach 100 km/h in 6 seconds, at a topping of 225 km/h.

2016 Audi e-tron 3.0 TDI Quattro

The plug-in hybrid is also functional via a 17.3 kWh lithium-ion battery, which provides a 56-km mile range, while the overall fuel consumption stands at just 1.7 L / 100 km.

2016 Audi e-tron 3.0 TDI Quattro

The Audi e-tron 3.0 TDI Quattro will go for sale spring 2016 and will directly compete the high-end models from Mercedes and BMW, such as the GL 500e and the X5 xDrive40e. No pricing details have been yet unveiled!

Cadillac reveals the CTS Midnight Edition

Cadillac officially announced the availability of a new special edition for the CTS model. The Midnight Edition brings a series of styling improvements to the American sedan while performance figures remain the same.
To begin with, the company offers new 18-inch alloy wheels in a dark contrasting finish. The same look has been applied to the front grille too while a total of four exterior finishes, namely Crystal White Tricoat, Phantom Gray Metallic, Black Raven and Cocoa Bronze Metallic are offered.

2015 Cadillac CTS Midnight Edition

As you can see, the model pictured above is wearing the white paint, a finish that contrasts well with the revised grille and wheels.

Cadillac tried to keep the same theme at the interior as well by providing three different color schemes. We talk about Light Platinum, Jet Black with black inserts and Jet Black with Morello Red accents. Besides the revised colors, interior features also include a suede-wrapped shifter and steering wheel.
According to the company, this special edition will be limited for the models that are built in the first part of this year. Pricing for the Midnight Edition package starts at $1,095.

Alpina B5 Bi-Turbo and B6 Bi-Turbo Edition 50,

BMW`s main tuning division Alpina, has recently launched the high-end B5 Bi-Turbo and B6 Bi-Turbo Edition 50, both models celebrating 50 years of Alpina presence on the market. And as expected, the two powerful cars will be built in a limited edition and will have a starting price of 86,850 GBP on the United Kingdom market.
Alpina has always tried to create unique models and the B5 Bi-Turbo and the B6 Bi-Turbo Edition 50 are no exception, both cars coming with a lot of personalized features and tweaks, which will definitely make them stand-out from the crowd.

Alpina B5 Bi-Turbo and B6 Bi-Turbo Edition 50

The B5 Bi-Turbo and the B6 Bi-Turbo Edition 50 will sport the Alpina Blue or the Alpina Green paintjobs, while inside, the models will come with piano black trim panels with the Edition 50 name, the signature of Burkard Bovensiepen, the tuner`s founder, as well as the “1965 – 2015” logo on the seat backs, carpets or the key ring.

Alpina B5 Bi-Turbo and B6 Bi-Turbo Edition 50

More features inside include the instrument panel all wrapped in leather, the steering wheel now featuring Lavalina leather, the center console fitted with the production plaque and so on. Under the hood, the B5 Bi-Turbo and the B6 Bi-Turbo Edition 50 will come with lot of power as well.

Alpina B5 Bi-Turbo and B6 Bi-Turbo Edition 50

I am talking about an upgraded 4.4-liter V8 unit, which now produces an impressive 600 horsepower and 800 Nm of torque, which is 60 horsepower and 70 Nm of torque more, as opposed to the standard models. No performance details yet revealed by the BMW`s main tuning company.

Alpina B5 Bi-Turbo and B6 Bi-Turbo Edition 50