Video : IIHS celebrates 50th anniversary by crashing a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu into a 1959 Chevrolet Bel Air

Celebrating their 50th anniversary, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) wanted to showcase what 50 years has done to car safety. They've exactly done that, by a crash-test. Though this is not the usual crash-test.

The folks at IIHS have decided to head-crash a modern 2009 Chevrolet Malibu, into a vintage 1959 Chevrolet Bel Air. So 50 years seperate these two cars. The results were eye-opening from the video (watch below). Both cars were going the same speed, making the impact the same, on both driver sides. However, with Malibu's new "H frame" structual body shell, the chassis wasn't colapsed, and therefore, the driver and the passengers would walk out in this situation. The Bel Air on the other hand, doesn't have any type of modern body frame (just tough metal), the whole chassis and shell was altered. And you can clearly see, that the front of that Malibu actually entered into the Bel Air's cabin, making the driver's and passenger's situation terrible and outright life-threatening.

In essence, this video was done to show everyone - who still believes that old cars are safer - the truth about new modern car safety.

Source : [IIHS via YouTube]

'10 Unleashed: Man gets a custom Mustang Tattoo, and a custom 2010 Mustang GT

It's episode 5 of Ford's '10 Unleashed program, where Mustang enthusiats share their "Mustang experience" with the internet world. This is where you see the difference on how people express their passion about cars, and about the Mustang in particular. So, some does that with big shiny wheels, others do it with a loud custom exhaust, and for Daniel Velarde, it's all about tattooing!

24-year-old Daniel Velarde has been a long Mustang fanatic, and always dreamed of his custom 2010 Mustang GT. Also, Velarde wanted to show his love of the Mustang, by tattooing the Mustang horse on his body. The trick here, that his 2010 'Stang got the same tattoo job.

So why does he deserve all this? This was done due to his submitted essay, discribing his "Mustang experience". The chance for you to win is still avalible; just head to 2010mustang.com, and submit a '250 words or less' essay, and maybe you can be featured in the next episode of '10 Unleashed.

Watch '10 Unleashed, episode 5 - Mustang Body Ink in the embedded videos below. To watch previous episodes, click here and here.

Source : [2010mustang.com via m80im]

Video : Motor Trend test-drives the 2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor

There really isn’t a substitute for the ultimate off-roading vehicle when it comes to the 2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor. At a recent launch event, the editors at Motor Trend were lucky enough to get down and dirty with SVT’s latest creation. Are we jealous? You bet we are. Here's a video review from Motor Trend.

Refresher:

- 2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor: Compared to the standard F-150, the F-150 SVT Raptor is redesigned to be a more capable and a purpose-built off-road truck. Suspension has been retuned to handle tough off-roading situations, plus it has got Ford's latest Roll Stability Control. At launch, the F-150 SVT Raptor is available with a Flex Fuel 5.4L V8 that makes 320 hp and a torque of 390 lb-ft. A 6.2L V8 making 400 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque will be available early next year. Prices start at $38,995 for the 5.4 model and $41,995 for the 6.2.

Source : [Motor Trend via YouTube]

10 Unleashed : Student drag-races his teacher, winner gets 2010 Ford Mustang GT

We’ve already seen Ford fulfill one dream by putting a blind man, Roger Keeney, behind the steering-wheel of a 2010 Mustang, as a part of the company’s ongoing '10 Unleashed program. Now though, as a new episode of '10 Unleashed, it's a competition. A student, versus his teacher, on a drag-strip!

Meet Derek Murrell of Lake Mary, Florida. He's a mechanic-autoshop student, with none experience in drag-racing. However, Ford gave him the chance to challenge his mechanic-autoshop teacher, Bill Rosenblum, in a 2010 Ford Mustang GT drag race. Rosenblum, a big influence on Derek and his passion for cars, is a local drag-racer in central Florida as well. So here's the challenge; a 2010 Ford Mustang GT drag-race between a student with no experince, against his teacher who also happens to be a drag-racer, and winner gets a new 2010 Mustang GT. So how is this even fair? Well, Derek Murrell actually got lots of practicing from a drag-racer expert and 10-time NHRA Pro Stock Champion, Bob Glidden.

So who wins? Well, watch all 3 videos below to know. Lastly, we again would like to thank M80 for inviting us to watch this '10 Unleashed episode: Mustang Payback.

Source : [The 2010 Mustang]

BREAKING : 2009 Gumpert Apollo Speed sets new Nurburgring record for production cars! [w/video]

It's such a bad for the 2009 Dodge Viper ACR! Viper fans have always been praising that their Viper ACR super-muscle is the fastest production car to ever lap the fearsome 13-mile Nurburgring Nordschleife track, in a time of 7:22.1. Yes, that is extremely quick; not today though!

German magazine, Sport-Auto, have announced that they have lapped the 2009 Gumpert Apollo Speed, around the Nurburgring in 7:11.57. That is a new Nurburgring record for production cars, which now crowns the Apollo Speed as the fastest production car ever lapped the 'Ring, and shattering the Viper ACR by a killing 11 seconds. Dang! The time was recorded on August 13th while the Gumpert Apollo Speed was piloted by 26 year-old driver Florian Gruber.

So who did the Apollo Speed do it? Well, read the refresher below. But let's not forget shall we, that the 2010 Devon GTX (which is based on a Viper), will be coming to the 'Ring; and that already took the fastest production car record at Mazda Raceway - Laguna Seca. So Viper fans, the battle has yet to stay!

Refresher:

- 2009 Gumpert Apollo Speed: Based on a Gumpert race-car, the 2009 Gumpert Apollo Speed is powered by a mid-mounted Audi 4.2L twin-turbocharged V8, packing 700 hp and 627 lb-ft of torque. Lanch to 60 mph comes in 3-seconds flat, and will continue to a top speed of 223 mph. The 2009 Gumpert Apollo Speed also spots race-tuned suspension and chassis. All that, plus now, the 2009 Gumpert Apollo Speed sets a new Nurburgring record for production cars, of 7:11.57.

Watch the lap in the two embedded videos below.

Source : [Sport Auto via Fastest Laps via YouTube]

New Reveal : 2010 Devon GTX

Introduction:

It was just a concept study a couple of months ago, and now it's fully in-production. The small American manufacturer, Devon Motorworks, have come-up with a new American muscle supercar, the GTX. The 2010 Devon GTX was unveiled at the 2009 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Devon promises that the GTX will be the harmony between mid-blowing performance, and absolute civilization.
Desgin:

The man behind this design, is Daniel Paulin, a former Ford designer. The exterior features a blend of muscle and curves that won’t be mistaken this for a German supercar. One more notable design cue is how similar the front end on the GTX is to the Dodge Viper, but with a sleeker look. Inside, Paulin decided to go with a more clean electronic dashboard with retro touches such as the gear-shifter and steering wheel that resembles those in a Ford Mustang. As designs go for a supercar, the 2010 Devon GTX is very modern, but yet strong in its appearance.
Drivetrain:

As with the concept, the Devon GTX is actually based on the Dodge Viper. However, the California-based automaker decided to give the GTX even more power by a reducing weight with a fully carbon-fiber body. So now, the 8.4L V10 produces 650 hp and around 700 lb-ft of torque; going through the rear-wheels via a 6-speed manual. 60 mph will be achieved in less than 3.6 second, and top speed will exceed 200 mph. That my readers, is among the royal supercars, and a real competitor the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1.
Suspension & Handling:

Just like the Viper, the 2010 Devon GTX will be available in two flavors, a standard version, and a more track-focused racing edition ACR. While both models of the GTX get a real-time damping and ride-height adjustment suspension system, the GTX racing package features 6-piston brake calipers, track tires, and a big rear-spoiler.
Production & Pricing:

Devon Motorworks says it will produces only 36 units of the GTX annually at its facility in southern California. Prices will start at $500,000 with an optional racing package offered for $25,000. The vehicles will be sold and serviced directly through Devon Motorworks.

Oh, last thing, the video below is the Devon GTX lapping Mazda-Racway Laguna Seca, in 1:35.075, making the Devon GTX the fastest production car ever lapped the Laguna Seca.

Source : [Devon Motorworks]

Video : Can a 638 hp Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 keep-up with a 670 hp Lamborghini Murcielago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce on Millbrook Proving-Ground?

British car magazine - Autocar, had to get two new highly-anticipated supercars, and run them through the Millbrook Proving-Ground track. On one hand, there's the mighty 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1. On the other, there's everyone's favorite Lambo; the 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce. While the ZR1 is already a tough supercar to beat, this Murcielago 670 SV is more racecar-like, and will feed the ZR1 all its dust from the back; or can't it? Well, the Americans at Motor Trend, tried to race a ZR1 against an F/A-18 Hornet Navy Jet Fighter!

So that begged the question at Autocar, can a Corvette ZR1 keep-up with a Lamborghini Murcielago LP 670-4 SV on Millbrook? Well here's what we can read on paper:

- 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1: Powered by a supercharged 6.2L LS9 V8, with 638 hp and 604 lb-ft of torque. Connected to a 6-speed manual and a rear-drive chassis, the ZR1 will hit 60 mph as quick as 3.4 seconds, onwards to a top speed of 205 mph. For handling claims, the ZR1 covers the Nurburgring in 7:26.4.

- 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce: The re-worked 6.5L V12 now makes 670-hp and 487 lb-ft. Coupled that with a 6-speed auto-clutch manual and all-wheel-drive, it will launch to 60 mph in 3.2 seconds. Plus, thanks to 100 kilograms of shoved weight and racing aero-dynamics parts, the Murcielago 670 SV will go up-to 212 mph; making it the fastest Lambo ever made!

That's however, all writing. So with all Millbrook's twists, corners, and bumps, the answer to the original question becomes tricky. We won't spoil the end result of that question; please watch the video, and enjoy!

Source : [YouTube via Autocar]

Video : 2009 Ford Focus RS laps the Nurburgring in 8:26

Oh, we're back to the Nurburgring videos. Last time we checked out the 'Ring, the 2010 Nissan GT-R lapped the 13-mile track in an amazing 7:26.7. Now, the long-awaited 305 hp Ford Focus RS comes to the track, and sees what's what.

Driven by Horst von Saurma-Jeltsch, Chief editor of the German magazine Sport-Auto and well known Nurburgring racer, the Focus RS covered the Nurburgring in a lap-time of 8:26. While the RS' lap-time is an astonishing half-a-minute faster than the 225 hp Focus ST (8:51 by Sport-Auto in 2005), it's off by a mere 10 seconds from the rival and the fastest front-wheel-drive hatchback, the 2007 Renault Megane R26.R (8:16 by Vincent Bayle in 2008).

So below, we got two videos. The full 10-minute video, and an 'alternative-cut' version by Ford & Sport-Auto. We also recommend the Top Gear review between the Focus RS and Megane R26.R, that can be watched here.

Refresher:

- 2009 Ford Focus RS: Powered by a 2.5L 5-cylinder engine with a K16 turbocharger, packing 300 hp, connected to a front-wheel-drive chassis. The RS's power is enhanced and delivered through a front-differential. 0-60 mph comes in 5.9 seconds, on-wards to a top speed of 163 mph.

Source : [YouTube and FastestLaps]

Video : Short-documentary about Lamborghini's Valentino Balboni and the LP550-2

Lamborghini just release a short-documentary video about their legendary test-diver, Valentino Balboni, and the special-edition 2010 Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni. It's really watch-worthy, and enjoy!

Top Gear Season 13 Episode 7: Vauxhall VXR8 Bathurst and Maloo at the track; Jay Leno a Star In A Reasonably Priced Car; ending video with V12 Vantage

It's the last episode of this season at Top Gear. We know it went so quickly, but the last show, the boys at Top Gear prepared a great show for their fans. This week, Richard Hammond hits out the Top Gear test-track, with two Australian Holden imports to prove a point. Hammond thinks that true sportscars are not only cheaper and more practical, but also better to drive than the business-men sports-sedan. He got to get the 2009 Vauxhall VXR8 Bathurst and the 2009 Vauxhall HSV Maloo. One is a supercharged 560 hp super-sedan, and the other is the fastest pick-up truck ever produced, or what the Australians call it a Ute. The Stig also recorded laps for the two.

Refresher:

- 2009 Vauxhall VXR8 Bathurst: Powered by a supercharged 6.2L LS3 V8, producing 560 hp and 527 lb-ft of torque. Launch to 60 mph comes in 4.6 seconds, on-wards to a limited top-speed of 155 mph.

- 2009 Vauxhall HSV Maloo Ute: Powered by a naturally-aspirated 6.2L LS3 V8, packing 420 hp and 405 lb-ft of torque. 0-60 mph is delt in 5 seconds-flat, and top speed is limited to 155 mph. That makes it the world's fastest Ute (pick-up)

In the Star In A Reasonably Priced Car, Jeremy Clarkson usually interviews British celebrates, that mostly are only known in the UK. This episode though, the all-time-great talk-show host Jay Leno. Surprisingly, Leno is actually a #1 petrol-head, and he owns 150 cars in his garage. Leno also got to set a lap-time in the Chevrolet Lacetti. Want to know more? Just watch the embedded video below.



Finally, we come to the end of this week's Top Gear Episode feature. Top Gear ended this season with a 4-minute scenery-drive in the amazing and fabulous Aston Martin V12 Vantage, that actually felt sad to end-in the show. Personally, this was the best bit in this episode and it's really worth the watch.

Top Gear will be back for a 14th season in the winter.

Top Gear Season 13 Episode 6 : Battle between BMW Z4 against Nissan 370Z on the test-track

It's episode 6 in the 13th season of Top Gear. On this week's show, Jeremy Clarkson hits Top Gear's test-track, with two brand-new sports cars. It's a battle between the 'Zs. BMW's all-new Z4 with a tractable hard-top against the hard-core Nissan 370Z. Wonder how fast The Stig lapped the Top Gear lap or which one Clarkson liked better? Well, enjoy the embedded video below!

Refresher:

- 2009 BMW Z4 sDrive35i: Powered by BMW's twin-turbocharged 3.0L inline-six cylinder engine, producing 306 hp. 0 to 60 mph in 5.1 seconds when mated to a manual transmission and 5 seconds flat when mated to the new 7-speed dual-clutch automatic with paddle shifters.

- 2009 Nissan 370Z: Power comes from a 3.7L VQ37VHR engine making 332 hp. Mated to a 6-speed manual transmission with SynchroRev Match; that will allow for a 0 to 60 mph time in the low 4.7 seconds.

Watch a Bugatti Veyron smoke a Nissan GT-R on the 1/4 Mile!

The new R35 Nissan GT-R is basically dominating the "bang-for-the-buck" supercar segment. 485 hp, 0-60 mph in 3.5 seconds, top speed of 193 mph, and a new Nurburgring lap-time of 7:26.7; all for $80,000. However, it's time to show the GT-R what a real "hyper-car" is like!

British magazine evo decided to see what happens when dropping a 1001 hp 16-cylinder quad-turbo Bugatti Veyron on a drag strip alongside the little Godzilla. The result? The Veyron literally leaves the GT-R eating dust. Epic!

Source : [YouTube via evo]

Top Gear Season 13 Episode 5 : 2010 Jaguar XFR versus 2009 BMW M5 on Top Gear's test-track

Recently, the latest BMW M5 has been getting lots of kick from rivals from Mercedes-Benz, Audi, and Lexus. Nonetheless, Jaguar joined the competition with their new 2010 Jaguar XFR. Over the weekend, Top Gear decided to pin the new XFR against the benchmark high-performance sedans, the M5, on Top Gear's test-track. The verdict? Well, we won't spoil the result!

Refresher:

- 2010 Jaguar XFR: Powered by a supercharged 5.0L V8, producing 510 hp and 461 lb-ft of torque. Power is channeled to a rear-drive chassis through a 6-speed ZF automatic. 0-60 mph takes 4.5 seconds, and top speed is limited to 155 mph (supposedly!).

- 2009 BMW M5: Powered by a naturally-aspirated 5.0L V10, packing 507 hp and 383 lb-ft of toque. Power is channeled to a rear-drive chassis through a 7-speed SMG automated-manual transmission. 60 mph launch is covered in 4.8 seconds, and top speed is limited to 175 mph.

Source : [Top Gear via YouTube]

Video : Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG takes a lap around the Nurburgring

The crew at Motor Trend were invited to the preview drive of the up-coming 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG in Germany, and Editor-At-Large, Arthur St. Antoine, got to ride shotgun with Bernd Schneider as the five-time DTM champion. That drive is a hot-lap in the 13-mile long Nurburgring Nordschleife. Motor Trend didn't post the time, but from the video, it seems sometime around 7:45 - 7:50. Though we really have to wait for the official time!

Refresher: 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is powered by a naturally-aspirated and hand-built 6.3L V8 engine; producing 563hp and 479 lb-ft of torque. Thanks to lighter weight and a new “Race Start” launch control, the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG will go from 0 to 62 mph in 3.8 seconds with a top speed of 196 mph. Official debut of SLS AMG should come to Frankfurt Motor Show, and sales to come in 2010.

Watch the lap in the embedded video below.

Source : [Motor Trend via YouTube]

Top Gear Season 13 Episode 4 : Ford Focus RS vs Renault Megane R26.R; and Porshce Panamera races against UK’s Postal Mail Service

Although we missed Top Gear's last week show, we catched up through the net. In last week's show of Top Gear Season 13, Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond pit the 300 hp 2009 Ford Focus RS, and the light-weight race-car-inspired 2008 Renault Megane R26.R around the Top Gear test-track. The test is very informative and enjoyable to watch.

Refresher:

- 2009 Ford Focus RS: Powered by a 2.5L 5-cylinder engine with a K16 turbocharger, packing 300 hp, connected to a front-wheel-drive chassis. The RS's power is enhanced and delivered through a front-differential.

- 2008 Renault Megane R26.R: Powered by a turbocharged 2.0L 4-cylinder engine, producing 227 hp, which is packed through a front-wheel-drive chassis. Due to excessive use of light-weigh material, and taking off the rear-seats, the Megane R26.R only weighs 1100 kilograms. It also hold the record for the fastest FWD car around the Nurburgring in 8:16.9.

Also on last week's Top Gear, James May and Richard Hammond pinned the 2010 Porsche Panamera against UK’s Postal Mail Service. It's one of those awkward Top Gear challenge, but great watch. Top Gear only got the cheapest Panamera S - powered by a naturally-aspirated 4.4L V8, putting-out 394 hp through the rear-wheels.

Video : 2010 Nissan GT-R posts new official Nurburgring lap time, of 7:26.70

Since the all-new R35 Nissan GT-R came out to the streets, the Nurburgring Nordschleife became the race track where supecars battle. Although it didn't take the lap record, but the GT-R's 7:29 Nurburgring lap time, dominated lots of ultra-high-performance supercars like the Porsche 911 Turbo, Pagani Zonda F, Ferrari Enzo, and lots of others!

Then, came the all-new Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, and it embarrassed the GT-R with a lot fast 'Ring time of 7:26.4. Nissan heated-up the battle now, and came up with the revised 2010 GT-R (gets 5 hp more, re-tuned suspension, and improved brakes). Which now, Nissan's Chief test driver, Toshio Suzuki, took the 2010 GT-R for a new official lap time, around the 'Ring.

With Mr.Suzuki in-control of this GT-R "Godzilla", that now got a faster Nurbugring lap time of 7:26.70. That makes the $100,000 ZR1 only 0.3 seconds faster! Nonetheless, old rumors that GM took the ZR1 on a secret 'Ring lap time, and posted 7:22.4. Though still, Dodge Viper ACR's 7:22.1 official 'Ring time is still by far, the fastest ever! In GT-R's defence, it still owns the fastest time on Jebel Hafeet, Abu Dahbi roadcourse.

Anyways, the 7:26.70 GT-R Nurburgring lap time can be watched below.

Source : [Nissan via YouTube]

New Reveal : 2010 Jaguar XJ

*Introduction:
For decades, Jaguar kept the design of its flagship sedan, the XJ, always in the classic theme. However now, with Jaguar's latest 2010 XK and 2010 XF, Jag has a light on completely modern designs. While the design of the XJ has remained classic, Jaguars has changed it all of 2010.
*Front Design:

Well here it is, the 2010 Jaguar XJ. First off, the design. Up-front, the all-new XJ's front grill and front-sills have lots of inspiration from its XF sibling. However, the headlights closely mimic the front end of 2007 C-XF concept. (The showcar that presaged the XF yet was actually designed after the production car was already signed-off upon). Look closely though, as one of the Motor Gears team pointed out (thanks Badr!), and some design cues of the Maserati Quattroporte in-front look very apparent.

*Profile Design:

In profile, the new XJ has a stretch-out but very settle look; with a very thin A-pillar line. Also, the new sheet-metal gets wider wheel-arches, and notable muscular-lines going towards the back.

*Rear Design:

Outback, the 2010 Jaguar XJ gets very dramatic. Special design cue is the darkened-out C-pillar, that gives the XJ's rear-window a wide look. Then we have to talk about the new taillights. The new XJ gets a very distinctive taillights, that have a 3-bar LED backlit. Also, it looks like the swoopy design of the trunk-lid come in-harmony with the rear-end of the XJ.
*Technicalities Of XJ's New Design:
Overall shape of the new XJ is very successful. Nonetheless, the new cool and very modern design of the Jag's new XJ is very technical. The sheet-metal is made out-of a combination of magnesium and aluminum. Therefore, the new XJ weighs slightly less than the smaller XF and be at least 150 kilograms lighter than its chief competitors; from BMW 7-Series, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, and Audi A8. Kudos to Jaguar too, on making the new XJ one of the most drag-coefficient designs, with only a .29 cD. That makes the new 2010 XJ the most aerodynamic Jaguar ever built!
*Interior; Dashboard:
To our favorite part about the XJ, the interior. Inside, the rounded shape dashboard in the XJ, is a festival of technology, backlit in a cool phosphor blue. The XJ's inteior is also more practical than the amazing interior in the XF. While it gets the same touch-sensored reading lights and glovebox, JaguarDrive gear selector, as well as Jaguar's touch-screen system; but Jaguar as improved all of that. The touch-sensors have been re-calibrated for better sensitivity, JaguarDrive get better locking selecting gears, and the touch-screen computer system gets a bigger 12.3 TFT screen, and a lot faster software. Jaguar also done a great job with the new panoramic roof, illuminated air-vents, the new 3-spoke steering wheel, and the rounded wood-accents up-front.
*Interior; Rear-Seats And Features:
The back seats also get more special treat. The rear-seats feature a Jaguar-signed head-rests, individual wooden tables with individual screens, and of course, lots and lots of leather around. Also, the XJ is the first-ever production car to have an astonishing 20-speaker Bowers & Wilkens 7.1 channel surround system. So this is not anymore bland; this has become one of the best interiors among the luxury-car segment.*Engines And Performance:

Jaguar is putting all its engines fleet in the all-new XJ. The start is at a twin-turbo 3.0L V6 diesel, which will be unique for the European market. Worldwide XJs will first come as basic, in a 385 hp and 380 lb-ft of torque, naturally-aspirated 5.0L V8. Middle-level XJ will come with a supercharged 5.0L V8, with 470 hp and 424 lb-ft of torque, and which should get to 60 mph in less than 5 seconds. Top engine in the XJ, is a re-worked supercharged 5.0L V8, packing 510 hp and 461 lb-ft of torque, which launches to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds. All XJs are connected to a 6-speed ZF automatic, through rear-wheel-drive, and will have a limited top-speed of 155 mph. Later on, Jaguar is expected to release a mighty XJR.*Suspension And Handling:
Given that this car figures to weigh as much as the XFR, expect similar handling performance, especially considering it gets the same electronically governed rear differential, Jag's Adaptive Dynamics system and the three-mode JaguarDrive Control with Normal, Dynamic and Winter setups. The latter governs everything from throttle mapping and shift points to the aforementioned differential, stability control thresholds, suspension firmness (coil springs up front, air out back) and even seatbelt tightness. Jaguar claim that the new XJ actually has the sportiest handling characteristics among its luxury rivals from 7-Series, S-Class, and A8.*Prices And Summary:
Incidentally, the XJ will be available from launch in both standard and extended-wheelbase forms, with the latter receiving a further 5-inches of legroom. Prices will start at $72,500 for the XJ and $79,500 for the XJL with the naturally aspirated V8. The 470-hp 2010 XJ Supercharged and the XJL Supercharged will carry a price tag of 87,500 and $90,500, respectively. The top-of-the-line 5.0L XJ and XJL Supersport will start at a $112,000 and $115,000 MSRP, respectively. Deliveries will start beginning of 2010. Though we have to say, we are pretty excited about this Jag. Because not only have Jaguar up-scaled the new XJ, it's actually have gone really better.

Lastly, the video below is the press release of the 2010 Jaguar XJ. Surprisingly, the host for unveiling the new XJ, was the talk-show host, Jay Leno. It's funny to watch, and very informative.

Source : [Jaguar]

10 Unleashed : A blind man lives his dream, by driving the all-new 2010 Ford Mustang Convertible -- UPDATE: Chapter 2 and Chapter 3

With the launch of the all-new 2010 Mustang, Ford has celebrated 45 years of creating the 'Stang. Ford has also launched "The '10 Unleashed". Ford's The '10 Unleashed is a new series of video diaries chronicling the ultimate Mustang dream, which will give ten Mustang lovers the opportunity to live out their dream experiences, by driving the 2010 Mustang and sharing their unique stories. Ford announced that every few weeks, they'll pick a winner based on the 250 word essay, and will present an episode of The '10 Unleashed.
This week's winner goes by the name, Roger Kenny. Kenny has been since 1990 and hasn’t driven a vehicle in nearly two decades. Because Kenny still has the passion of driving, he entered the contest with his special story. He eventually received a phone call from Ford asking him to come down to their proving ground in Phoenix, AZ to live his dream of driving a brand new 2010 Ford Mustang GT Convertible, in blue.
We were invited to check out the web premier of this episode of The '10 Unleashed, and we have to say, we like it a lot. Kenny is a special person, that despite his eye disabilities, he still loves driving, specially burning tires. Check out this episode of The '10 Unleashed -- Mustang, Point Of View -- in the embedded video below provided by Ford.
There's still 8 episodes left in The '10 Unleashed, and the competition is still running. So, if you think you have a special story, and a unique dream experience, head over at https://www.the2010mustang.com/, and submit your 250 word essay to enter the contest. Finally, we would like to thank M80 for Social Media Marketing & Online Publicity, for inviting us to check out Kenny's P.O.V episode.

Source : [The 2010 Mustang]

UPDATE: The first video above is just Chapter 1 of the Mustang P.O.V. Now, Chapter 2 and Chapter 3 have been released (thanks to M80 for inviting us again). While Chapter 1 was presenting Roger Kenny and his love for driving despite his eye disability, Chapter 2 actually shows Kenny driving the 2010 Mustang, and burning lots of rubber! Chapter 3 shows the people of Arizona Center Of The Blind also driving the 2010 Mustang, and sharing their experience.

Please enjoy Chapter 2 and Chapter 3, in the two embedded videos below.

Video : 2010 Ford-Shelby GT500 v.s. 2010 Chevrolet-Hennessey Camaro HPE550

It's once again, a showdown between two all-American muscle cars, tested by Edmunds' Inside Line. It's Ford Mustang versus Chevrolet Camaro. However, the new 'Stang and new Camaro are on two different sides. At $30,000, the 426 hp 6.2L Camaro SS isn't comparable to the $50,000 and 540 hp Ford-Shelby GT500. Nonetheless, Chevrolet will offer a Z/28 edition of the Camaro next year (it gets a supercharged LSA V8 from Cadillac's CTS-V, that produces 556 hp, and costs 50k). But for now, Inside Line tested Hennessey's version of the Chevy Camaro.

Inside line happened to have Ford-Shelby's 2010 GT500 and 2010 Chevrolet-Hennessey Camaro HPE 550 at the same time, and decided to put those two high-performance muscle cars head-to-head.

2010 Ford-Shelby GT500: Powered by an iron-block supercharged 5.4L V8, with 540 hp, and 510 lb-ft of torque.

2010 Chevrolet-Hennessey Camaro HPE 550: Powered by a 6.2L LS3 V8, with added Hennessey supercharger. Output is 562 hp, and 525 lb-ft of torque.

Enjoy the video below !

Source : [Inside Line]

Top Gear Season 13 Episode 3 : Jeremy Clarkson takes the Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black-Series, and James May rides with Ken Block on a rally course

Episode 1 & 2 of the 13th season of Top Gear were very enjoyable. Now, episode 3 was on T.V. this weekend, and it joins the fun as well.

On this episode, Jeremy Clarkson takes the new Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black-Series on Top Gear's test track, and sees if it's comparable to the SLR supercar.

Refresher: The 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black-Series is powered by a twin-turbo 6.0L V12, that packs 661 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque. Connected to a 5-speed automatic, the SL65 AMG Black will hit 60 mph in 3.9 seconds, and a limited top speed of 199 mph. Suspension and brakes are tuned at AMG division.

To watch Top Gear's review of the SL65 AMG Black-Series, click on the embedded video below.

Also on Top Gear, James May get to have a ride to Ken Block. Ken Block is an Internet sensation, where his drift videos got over 10 million views on YouTube. Ken is originally an American rally driver, and o-founder of DC Shoes. That's why May travels to American, to find out how Ken sharpens his skills.

Trust us, this is very entertaining to watch! To watch it, click on the embedded video below.