Honda NSX Video
With the interest of the return of Honda’s supercar the NSX, Honda puts together a tribute video of the pas and present NSX. Check it out.
GReddy 35RX GT-R – Fuji Speedway Top Speed Challenge
TRUST, Japan R&D project for Top Speed Challenge, GReddy 35RX GT-R. Fearless Option Video driver Tarzan Yamada takes to the Fuji Speedway for high speed test, over 200mph! 1250ps via GReddy 4.3l stroker engine and twin TD06-20G Twin Turbo kit. Type-29 Intercooler, DCT Cooler kit, DCT cooling pan, high-flow Intake Manifold, GReddy EXhaust. Art Factory LIvery. BenSopra wide-body Aero kit.
Visit GReddy for more info.
TheDriver trailer #2
“TheDRIVER” is an adrenaline-fueled animated title aimed squarely at the car culture and racing enthusiast. The story follows the escapades of a mysterious driver out to rid the streets of Los Angeles of illegal street racers.
Acura NSX Concept from Gran Turismo 5
Check out the footage of the Acura (Honda here in Australia) NSX concept from Gran Turismo 5. Details of the real NSX can be found here.
Beats By Dre Audio System inside the 2012 Dodge Charger
Dr Dre is bringing his recording studio quality sound system “Beats By Dre” inside the 2012 Dodge Charger. It will be the standard equipment on the 2012 Dodge Charger R/T. Wish this car is available here in Australia.
The Hakosuka by HoonTV
This is a feature on Sydney’s Kevin San’s 2000 GT Hakosuka GT-R replica. A full restoration please visit JDM Style Tuning.com
Liberty Walk
Liberty Walk based in Japan build some of the craziest exotic cars with one main purpose in mind, fun! No matter your taste or personal style you cant help but appreciate the fun these cars deliver to their owners. At first glance you see brightly coloured Lamborghini’s sitting only millimeters off the ground but don’t let that fool you, Liberty Walk goes much deeper then just exterior aesthetics.
Kato-san president of Liberty Walk is not only a super car fanatic but a JDM purist at heart. In this film we will explore his brighter side while in the next installment we will take a visit down memory lane and introduce you to his vintage Japanese cars.
Film produced by Luke Huxham (maiham-media.com)
Brabus Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster
Brabus unveiled the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster at the Essen Motor Show. Brabus upgraded the standard 571 horsepower SLS AMG Roadster into a 611 horsepower monster via a reprogrammed ECU and a lighter titanium exhaust system. In the suspension department, Brabus is using it’s own Ride Control suspension system that was developed in conjunction with Bilstein to lower the ride height by 1.6″ with a flick of a switch.
This car is custom-made to order from the front spoiler and bodykit, you have a choice of glossy or matte carbon fibre matched to the customers car colour. The interior is not neglected, it’s also has an array of custom instrument panel parts and accessories. Brabus sure lives up to its name of the ultimate Mercedes-Benz tuning company.
Toyota GT-86
Here it is.. the new Toyota GT-86, the modern incarnation of the legendary “Hachiroku” made popular by the manga animation Initial D series. The original AE-86 is knows for it’s power, handling and of course everyday drivability. The new version is not far behind, the engine developed by Subaru is a 2.0 litre boxer engine which has a 197hp output. Style wise, it has flared wheels arches, dual exhaust tips, and race inspired rear diffuser.
DC Shoes X West Coast Customs X Toyota Ultimate Motocross Truck
Toyota combined with DC Shoes and West Coast Customs to create the ultimate Motocross Truck being unveiled at this years SEMA show in Las Vegas. DC Shoes asked their motocross team what is their ultimate truck to make things easier for motocross people. They then conveyed this information to the boys of West Coast Customs which used the info to mofify a Toyota Tundra. Check out the pictures with what the peeps from West Coast Customs came up with.
Audi E-Tron Spyder
The first official photos of Audi’s new concept car – The E-Tron Spyder. The car is a hybrid electric car with battery and diesel engine. Because this prototype is being designed by Audi, the styling is very futuristic and modern.
Nissan Juke on steroids
As you know at Nissan, they love doing unexpected things. What’s more innovative and exciting than a combination of the Nissan Juke and the Nissan GT-R? This what the Juke-R is all about: the ultimate compact SUV. Visit the official Nissan Juke-R Facebook page.
The Honda NSX is back
Robert Downey Jnr aka Tony Stark aka Iron Man seen here driving the new (we guess its a prototype, for now) Honda NSX on the New York set of the Avengers. Note: This picture is from the USA so its sporting the Acura badge.
World’s Greatest Drag Race!
Motortrend stages the world’s greatest drag race! With an empty airstrip and eleven of the best driver’s cars in the world put to the test…
Depth of Speed – A Car Show Born
Check out this video about the process behind putting on a car show the Euro Sl,ut Fest. It attracted over 400 custom European cars. The video is by Josh Clason of “Depth of Speed” series. Click the picture above to watch the video. Euro Sl,ut Fest is an all european car show which is truly and entirely created by enthusiasts for enthusiasts.
Source: HBTV
BMW Art Car Tour
Check out BMW’s Art Car series of 17 cars painted by 17 different artists from all over the world. The project started as a series of painted race cars but now has blossomed into a project raising awareness of alternative and renewable energy sources. More information about the exhibition can be found at bmw-artcartour.com.
Canibeat X JDMyard car meet
US photographer Jordan Donnelly (Canibeat) was here in Sydney and an impromptu car meet was organised at JDMyard.
For more pics please visit: The-Lowdown.com, JDMyard.com, Jordan Donnelly.com and JDM Style Tuning.com
Also visit their respective Facebook pages – The-Lowdown – Felix Alim Photography – ClubITR – JDMST
Picture courtesy of The-Lowdown.com
JDMyard X PlusSixOne Tees now on sale
The latest t-shirt release from JDM parts and styling powerhouse JDMyard is now available. Because PlusSixOne has it’s roots around the modified car scene and JDMyard is our favourite place to shop for the latest JDM parts and accessories it was natural for us to help the peeps in JDMyard with the development of their apparel drop. The front features the timeless original JDMyard logo designed by Justin Fox with the back featuring the OG PlusSixOne logo. Plain and simple and functional just how JDMers like it!!!
They are available from the JDMyard store for $25 pickup from the store or $33 shipped. Please visit JDMyard for more info.
Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 video
Want to see how a Lamborgini Aventador performs? Watch this amazing video and see how it out maneuveres “mother nature”.
Ward’s Automotive Magazine – 10 Best Car Interiors
Online Automotive Magazine WARDS AUTO has been reviewing and rating car interiors since before 2005 has released their latest best 10 car interiors. Mind you, this is not just a collection of interiors high end cars like Range Rovers, Jaguars, Aston Martin, etc etc in fact non of the high end car brands are included in the list. There are some brands here that will suprise everyone – three economy cars, three luxury brands, a sport sedan, minivan, upscale off-road SUV and a family sedan. So check out the line-up below.
AUDI A8
BMW X3 xDrive35i
Chevy Cruze 2LT RS
Dodge Charger Rallye Plus
Ford Focus Titanium
Honda Odyssey Elite
Hyundai Elantra Limited
Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit
Kia Optima EX
Volvo S60
Source: Wards Auto
BMW X5 – Security Plus Edition
For the person that has everything. The ultimate urban vehicle – The BMW X5 Security Plus Edition. If you got all the money in the world then security is everything. The special edition X5 has a Class 6 rating in safety. It can withstand 7.62mm rounds from an AK-47. In conjunction with its armoured exterior it actually didn’t forget about the other important things. The suspension was modified to cater for it’s increased weight, and power is produced by it’s 4.8 litre V8 capable of 355 horsepower. Enough power to outrun any attacker. Other features is an intercom system to communicate to people outside without opening the windows or doors, cameras around the car for better perimeter awarness, sirens and lights to alert others.
Source: BMW
Toyota FT-86 II Concept
Ask any car modifier about the significance of the number 86 when it relates to Toyota vehicles. The AE86, produced back in the 80s. With it’s well balanced body and affordability it was turned into an ideal road weapon. And we cannot forget about the iconic manga cartoon Initial D which the hero uses an AE86 as his car of choice racing in the winding roads of Mt Akina, defeating some of the most powerfull production cars on the road. To continue the legacy of the AE86, Toyota has now created the FT-86 II Concept car. It’s aim, to bring back the fun in driving and aggressiveness of a Toyota.
Source: Autoblog
Specialized S-Works + McLaren Venge
With the sudden surge of interest in bikes and biking in general (either for sporting or styling reasons), we want to feature this one of a kind bike, a Frankenstein creation, built in collaboration with American manufacturer Specialized and McLaren, the racing road bicycle was designed by Chris D’Aluisio – calling it the Specialized S-Works and McLaren Venge. It took 4 years to develop, just to create a lighter and faster performance bike – the perfect amalgamation of technology and art.
Source: Specialized S-Works + McLaren Venge
