Anything can be taken on a track. Let us show you tomorrow.
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Yes. True 
Is a Deva Vu.
I think that I need to choose that as brand motto.
2018 Evgenis Valkyrie and Evgenis Valkyrie SW
We welcome you all to the reveal of another brand new model at Evgenis, this time the best there is to offer in the premium hatchback and estate segment, the Evgenis Valkyrie. The goal is simple with this car, to offer a high-quality product that allows for considerable levels of customisability to allow someone to truly reflect their personality and identity in their car, as well as continue to stand by our all-important ethos, “Premium, standard.”
DESIGN
As it is was noted in the recent reveal of the Pegasus, Evgenis now wants to offer a more varied design to the cars in its segment while retaining similar characteristics that make our cards undoubtedly Evgenis. The Valkyrie is the second car to showcase this, offering a more youthful, sporty and customisable look.
The Valkyrie still holds bold statements, continuing the trend at the front with the new, bolder grille design with the logo situated above and the grille flowing effortlessly into the headlight cluster, this time a far sharper and slimmer approach to that offered previously. The rear boasts similar design traits, with a chrome strip running from tail light to taillight and the new Evgenis badge in letters located beneath. Below is a sportier lower bumper design with integrated exhausts.
All Valkyries will come as standard with LED daytime running lights front and rear, with the option to upgrade to our advanced full-LED lighting with startup and shutdown sequences, auto high-beam adjustment and ultra high beam modes. All lighting systems are standard with our popular sweeping indicator system.
All of this applies to the estate variant of this vehicle, which holds the vast majority of the design statements found on the hatchback just with an elongated rear end.
The interior continues the similar trends found on the exterior of clean and modern lines that run continuously around the vehicle.
As already mentioned, customisability is a huge deal with this vehicle, allowing purchases to truly choose the right look for them. We will offer this car with a number of colour choices that is far broader than any other car in this segment, a wide range of alloy wheels from 16 to 19 inches and two different roof designs. As always, this car is available on our Evgenis Custom Collection scheme, offering the best level of customisability possible.
ENGINES
The new Valkyrie will be available with a wide range of petrol, diesel, gas and hybrid drivetrains, with most being available from launch and alternative fuel variants in 2019. The petrol engine lineup consists of a 1.2-litre turbocharged inline 4 with 125 bhp, a 1.5-litre turbocharged inline 4 with 150 bhp and a 2.0-litre turbocharged inline 4 with 180 bhp. All petrol engines will be available in the European market, with only the latter available in the Americas. The diesel engine lineup will include our award-winning 1.5-litre and 2.0-litre diesel engines, offering 120 bhp (1.5), 150 and 185 bhp (2.0) and incredible fuel economy figures. This is also reflected in the estate variant.
Efficiency is key, with all petrol engines getting no more than 5.0 l/100 km (56.5 UK mpg/47 US mpg) in real-world driving, whereas the diesels take it one step further being able to get less than 4.0 l/100 km (70.6 UK mpg/58.8 US mpg) in everyday driving. We feel it is correct for us to reveal realistic figures as we don’t like deceiving our clients with unrealistic consumption claims.
All engines will be available with a choice of transmissions, with either a six-speed manual or our popular eight-speed ZF automatic on offer. Both transmissions have been tuned to offer seamless and enjoyable driving, while not become cumbersome or a hindrance to performance nor economy.
TECHNOLOGY
As with every other model in the Evgenis lineup, we find technology is a truly important aspect of modern day driving, as more and more technology is becoming more widespread. That is why we believed that it was key to offer considerable amounts of technology as standard, as well as very reasonably priced packages that would allow purchasers to access very advanced technologies that most won’t be accustomed to in this segment. We also feel this is a better than offering multiple trim levels as it reduces confusion and allows you to add exactly what you want from your car without getting items you don’t feel you require.
Autonomous features are available as standard, with autonomous emergency braking, blind spot monitoring and lane departure warning being fitted all as standard. More advanced autonomous features are available in the “Advanced Autonomy Pack”, offering lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control and reverse blind spot assist that will stop the car in the event of a potential collision when reversing out of a blind space.
All Valkyries will be available with rear parking sensors, but an “Advanced Parking Pack” adds surround cameras and surround parking sensors, as well as autonomous parking to really take the sting out of parking.
Estate variants of the car boast some additional options, such as self-levelling suspension and a practicality pack that allows you to fold seats down electronically and adds a variety of additional elements to the boot to make it more useful.
Additionally, all purchasers will be able to use Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on the base model thanks to the standard 8” touchscreen infotainment system, which can be upgraded to 10” with digital cockpit to allow for customisable displays and truly impressive graphics.
INTERIOR
In order to stick to our motto of offering “premium, standard”, the Valkyrie will come with a very upmarket interior that will ensure a sense of durability, as well as a premium feel and being incredibly customisable to suit the needs of each individual, including being open once more to the Evgenis Custom Collection to really add an edge to your car.
As to be expected with premium vehicles, interior materials are of a high standard, with all major surfaces being covered in plush, soft-touch materials, as well as there being a mixture of gloss, wood and metal depending on personal specification. A wide array of different inlays and interior colour schemes will be available, as well as different grades of interior luxury with the car coming as standard with premium cloth seats, upgradable to leather or even Nappa leather. These upgrades also change some of the surfaces of the car from plush, soft-touch materials, to leather-covered surfaces.
Estate variants have some extra features relating to the boot, with all having a carpeted floor as standard with the possibility to add extra features such as wood or metallic elements to make the boot feel that extra bit more special.
The Valkyrie will come standard with 4G connectivity plus emergency callout, with the first being completely free for the first 3 years of ownership, although extensions packages can be purchased, and emergency callout being free for life.
DRIVING
Valkyrie was designed for a very broad market, including youthful and more mature clients, so we wanted a car that could drive exactly as you wanted it to. We continue to offer extremely high-end driving dynamics with this car, as well as sticking to the running theme of customisability.
As standard, the Valkyrie comes with a relatively advanced suspension setup for this segment that has an exceptional blend of comfort and sportiness, with the option to make it even more capable by adding the “Advanced Dynamics Pack”, which will allow for fully customisable driving dynamics ranging from engine response and suspension settings, meaning if you want this car to be engaging and responsive because you want to hoon down a B-road, then that is truly possible, whereas if you simply want to waft along in exceptional comfort on a long motorway cruise then you truly can. We wanted this car to feel like a sports car and/or a luxury car and we feel we really have achieved this.
Also, as mentioned previously, the estate variants of this car can be equipped with even more advanced rear suspension that allows the car to self-level in the event you are carrying large items in the back or even perhaps are towing something of considerable heft.
Available in all markets in September 2018.
UK pricing starting from £20,995 (hatch) / £22,495 (estate)
EU pricing starting from €26,995 (hatch) / €28,995 (estate)
US pricing starting from $24,995 (hatch) / $26,495 (estate)
STAY TUNED FOR WHAT HAS BEEN GETTING EVERYONE “HOT AND BOTHERED”
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The launch of this car should have been accompanied by “Ride of the Valkyries”… For something so small, it looks imposing enough to deserve the name!
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(The Scylla GT is the only surviving LMC car from when my laptop broke, so rather than trying to remake everything, I’m just gonna slowly create a new lineup as I go. So without further ado…)
2019 Leviathan Maladus GTR
There was an attempt…
A behemoth of LMC’s modern performance technology, the Maladus GTR will take the place of Leviathan’s top-end performance car next year. Utilizing a heavily tuned version of the 4.3L Twinturbo from the Scylla, the Maladus produces 829 hp and revs to a screaming 9800 rpm. The acceleration reaches hypercar levels with a 0-62 mph time of 2.6 seconds. The driver feels a thrilling constant 1g of force through the first 2 gears of hard acceleration Even with the GTR’s aero package significantly reducing top speed in favor of handling, the Maladus still reaches over 200 mph.
The Maladus sports a wide array of features to glue the massive coupe to the road. The AWD system delivers power through a 6-speed dual clutch gearbox with an electric LSD. Even though the Maladus weighs just over 4,000 lbs, it drives like it is much lighter with it’s active high-performance suspension. The car easily pulls over 1.3 lateral g’s through flat turns. The carbon ceramic brakes bring the car to a halt from 60 mph in just 87.5 ft. A limited track-tuned version is yet to come to push the Maladus to the max.
The Maladus doesn’t sacrifice comfort for it’s performance. The leather interior boasts a quality HUD system with revel audio speakers. It is also very spacious for a car in this level of performance. The V12, although making 330 more horsepower, is as smooth as ever. The gas mileage is at a respectable 20.5 mpg combined.
You could practically daily this 829 hp car if you wanted to.
The price for the Maladus GTR is projected to be $108,750 (90% markup) at release. A significantly more inexpensive base model GTS with an N/A V10 is planned as well as a limited Track Edition.
(I wanted to do more but I think that’ll have to be it for the NYIAS for me)
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Žnoprešk Zanzibar - 3.8 Green (US Spec)
On the Iurlaro stand, a car is genlty pushed on the empty rotating platform under a maroon blanket.
Tomorrow the unveil.
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KHT Augusta Vision GT concept.
2.2 Turbo / 314 hp / 850 kg / 3.3 Seconds / 273 kph / 7:35 @ Nordschleife / 5.8L - 100km
P.S: I really miss the gallardo vent…
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AL Autos Booth (Press Day 1)
Welcome to the AL Autos Booth here at the 2018 New York International Auto Show! For the past few months, AL Autos has been working on improving our current models as well as developing some fun new models for ya’ll to enjoy. As of now, we have with us three of our models with us, each one designed to the best of our abilities, as well as another model designed in partnership with the Hennessy Motor Company (HMC): the AL Actio, the AL Adventum, the AL Citatus, and the special reveal which will come on the second day of the NYIAS press days. Let us get this show on the road, shall we?
AL Actio RGR
When you’ve gotta go fast, you gotta go fast.
The Body
Our fastest super car as of now, the Actio has been face-lifted for the new model year in order to provide for a more aggressive look that its predecessor: Our all new triangle headlamps, and black accented grille and vent fixtures. These give the Actio a flowing yet aggressive look unlike any other supercar we’ve produced. On the side, we’ve also included a side vent to provide some extra cooling for the new engine we’ve placed in the body. The aluminum body of the Actio, with everything on it, weighs in at 3548.4 lbs (1609.5 kgs).
The Performance
Speaking of the engine, the Actio has an all-new 5.7 L Twin Turbo Flatplane V8 producing 914 HP and 665 ft-lb of torque. This is delivered to the rear wheels via a Longitudinal RWD system. Also found in the Carbon Fiber Monocoque Chassis: A 7 Speed Double Clutch Sequential Gearbox, an Electric Limited Slip Differential, AL Sport Compound Tires, 4 Piston/6 Piston Carbon Ceramic Brakes, and an Active Sport Tuned Pushrod Suspension System. This allows for the Actio to go from 0-62 MPH (0-100 KPH) in 2.4 seconds, achieve a top speed of 236.6 MPH (380.8 KPH), and clock our fastest time on for our lineup, a 1:10.5, on the Top Gear Test Track.
Some Added Features
AL Autos has included some nifty additions to the Actio to allow for a more personalized driving experience: Our ALDrivingProfile (3 Set Driving Modes: Track, Road Sport, and Road Comfort) which adjust suspension height, active aero positions, steering sensitivity, quickens the gear shifts, and allows for more sensitive throttle and brake application; A digital gauge cluster accompanied with a multimedia screen which shows both gps and media (AM/FM, SAT, MP3, and Bluetooth) screens and also adapts to the driving mode selected and is controlled either by steering wheel mounted buttons or a touch pad found in the center console; and a heads up display which shows your tachometer, your speedometer, your gps directions, and many other features which can be customized to suit the driver.
Pricing
Actio RGR (Fully Loaded): $257,200
AL Adventum RGSW and RGSW2
Running errands and driving the family around doesn’t have to be dull.
RGSW
RGSW2
The Body
The Adventum is our first attempt at making a sports wagon that is fun to drive yet practical for you and your family. The Aluminum body is fitted with our new fixtures which make this car look aggressive: sharp angled headlamps, the chrome lined nose grille and vents, the fitting mouth grille, our grille/exhaust tip combo, and our new tail light/vent combo. The Adventum, with all features included on the RGSW2 trim, weighs in at 4121.6 lbs (1869.5 kgs).
The Engines
AL Autos gives buyers a choice of two engines for the Adventum. The first, which comes standard with the RGSW trim, is a 2.2 L Turbocharged 4-cylinder producing 265 HP and 214 ft-lb of torque. The second, which comes standard with the RGSW2 trim, is a 3.2 L Twin Turbo V6 producing 348 HP and 321 ft-lb of torque. Both engines get around 19 MPG average. The RGSW trim comes equipped with a 6 Speed Automatic, the RGSW2 trim comes equipped with a 7 Speed Automatic. Both trims come equipped with Medium Compound Road tires (size varies per trim) and alloy rims. Both trims come equipped with Solid Disc Brakes (6 Piston Front, 4 Piston Rear) (Size varies per vehicle), Both come with semi clad undertrays. Finally, both trims have Double Wishbone (F) and Multilink ( R ) suspension. The RGSW can achieve 0-62 MPH (0-100 KPH) in 6.9 seconds, achieve a top speed of 148.9 MPH (239.6 KPH), and clock a 1:31.3 on the Top Gear Test Track. The RGSW2 can achieve 0-62 MPH (0-100 KPH) in 5.9 seconds, achieve a top speed of 156.9 MPH (252.5 KPH), and clock a 1:27.1 on the Top Gear Test Track.
The Interior Features + Safety
AL Autos wants to keep the driver and their families a safe ride while also doing our best to provide a smooth, comfortable ride.
Let’s start with the interior features: The RGSW trim gets comfortable cloth seats (Upgradeable to Leather Seats), Automatic Climate Control Front and Rear standard, our ALConnect Infotainment System standard, optional LED lighting, adjustable leather trimmed steering wheel, storage bins found in the door panels standard, and 2 cup holders front and back standard. The RGSW2 comes with all upgradeable features mentioned in the RGSW trim standard.
Now for Safety (Found on both trims standard). AL Autos included a multitude of safety features to keep you and your family safe: A 360 degree HD camera system, front and rear sensors, front and rear cross traffic collision alerts accompanied by automatic emergency braking, vibrating seats, and steering wheel to serve as a warning, auto rapid flashing hazards in case of emergency braking, lane keep assist, cruise control, and a door opening warning system which alerts the driver or a passenger that it isn’t safe to open the door due to incoming traffic/pedestrians.
Pricing
Adventum RGSW
Base Price: $30,501
Fully Loaded: $35,991
Adventum RGSW2:
Fully Loaded: $42,578
AL Citatus RGS
A premium mid-engine sports car ready to excite.
The Body
The Citatus is sporting the same body shape as our fastest vehicle, the Actio, but has scaled down to make it a compact sports car. The fixtures added are a step away from the usual here at AL Autos as we wanted something that stood out from the rest of our lineup: The sleek happy front end with its portion of grilles and vents, a new headlight/DRL teardrop headlamps, and a simplified yet aggressive looking side vents and rear end. The Citatus also weighs in at 2602.6 lbs (1180.5 kgs) thanks to lightweight aluminum body construction and a carbon fiber monocoque chassis. Just from the looks alone, one could tell that this car is ready to excite.
The Engine
The heart of this passionate little vehicle is a mid-transverse 1.7 L Turbocharged 4-cylinder engine producing 258 HP and 187 ft-lb of torque. This is sent to the rear wheels through a transverse RWD system. Also found underneath the Citatus: a Manual 6 Speed Transmission, electric limited slip differential, ALSportCompound tires (225 F, 255 R), alloy rims, solid disc brakes (4-piston front, 6-piston rear), and sport tuned pushrod front and rear suspension. This recipe allows for the Citatus to go from 0-62 MPH (0-100 KPH) in 4.6 seconds, achieve a top speed of 161.2 MPH (259.4 KPH), and clock a 1:22.0 on the Top Gear Test Track.
Some Added Features
AL Autos has included some features to the Citatus to allow for a more sensational driving experience: Our ALDrivingProfile (3 Set Driving Modes: Track, Road Sport, and Road Comfort) which adjust suspension height, steering sensitivity, quickens the gear shifts, and allows for more sensitive throttle and brake application; Adaptive Launch Control, A digital gauge cluster accompanied with a multimedia screen which shows both gps and media (AM/FM, SAT, MP3, and Bluetooth) screens and also adapts to the driving mode selected and is controlled either by steering wheel mounted buttons or a touch pad found in the center console; and a heads up display which shows your tachometer, your speedometer, your gps directions, and many other features which can be customized to suit the driver.
For Future Reference
A cheaper version of the Citatus is currently in development. Reveal coming soon.
Pricing
Citatus RGS (Fully Loaded): $70,180
That’s all for now! Thank you for visiting the AL Autos booth! Stay tuned as a special reveal is to come on the 2nd press day!
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ES: Evgenis Sport - 2018 Evgenis Valkyrie ES
Hot and bothered? At last we reveal the sportier division of our company that will be adding a number of faster, performance focused version of our vehicles, first with the brand new Evgenis Valkyrie ES, a hot hatch to send others into oblivion!
The Evgenis Valkyrie ES is equipped with a powerful, 2.0-litre turbocharged engine, revving all the way to 8500 rpm, with 325 bhp, mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox and rear-biased AWD system, to give the car some incredible straight line performance, topping out at an electronically limited 260 kph (161.6 mph) and reaching 100 kph (62.1 mph) in 5 seconds flat with launch control.
Driving dynamics are exceptional, with the Evgenis Sport team working very hard on maximising the potential grip, fine-tuning the suspension and far, far more to make the most engaging car yet, performing at levels that most won’t believe is even possible for a hot hatchback. An electronic, limited slip differential is equipped on the car as standard, just adding even more capability to the car. To make it clear just how fast this car is, the Evgenis Valkyrie ES managed a lap of the Top Gear Test Track, one of the multiple tracks where the testing was conducted, in an impressive 1:23, faster than any other hatchback around this circuit by over 2 seconds.
On top of all the performance changes to the car, the design has been altered drastically to improve cooling and aerodynamics in favour of the larger engine and greater performance demands, but also to offer a far sportier and engaging stance. These new aerodynamic changes certainly aren’t far show, generating substantial downforce in order to truly push the car into the tarmac, but with it also being active aero it can adjust to suit the needs within in instant, with a computer calculating the position of lips and wings several hundred times a second.
The interior has also seen a revamp, with the entire interior getting an overhaul with far sportier and lightweight materials such as alcantara and carbon fibre inlays, as well as black headlining and a number of other sportier features and ES emblems dotted around the cabin to also remind you that you are in something truly special.
Further information to be revealed closer to the release date of the car. For now, some more images:
Available in all markets in Q4 2018, full date reveal later in the year.
UK pricing starting from £39,995
EU pricing starting from €49,995
US pricing starting from $44,995
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There is no need for announcement.
There was just a small note in the car show program.
As planned, a man and a woman, perfectly dressed, move toward the black blanket and remove it.
(Yep, transverse 8 liter V12).
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-P-M-I- introduces the concept Puma, a light and fun sports car that aims to make you smile; that features a simple and accessible design.
The standard version is powered by a newly developed 1.5 liter turbocharged inline-4 engine developing 150hp and 216 Nm. The partial aluminium and light steel alloy monocoque and ensure nippy performance combined with low fuel consumption both while cruising as well as at speed.
And at speed you might very well, as the weekend fun track car segment will certainly find a new competitor in the Puma. As a light sports car for weekend drives it will be equally suited!
The standard version will feature special compound long-life sports tires; a high-speed clutch sequential 6-speed gearbox, sports Wecaro bucket seats, alloy wheels, high quality sat nav and audio surround system, and active suspension with 3 modes. An optional track day package (obligatory warning that this also includes stripped out safety features) or cruising package (which comfort seats and updated infotainment) shall also be available.
Also planned, a special retro package version of the Puma, with more aggressive looks and a special, one-off 2.0 liter inline-3 racing-inspired engine, naturally aspirated and producing 180 HP. This edition will only be availble in top trim and after pre-order. Express your interest now at the -P-M-I- stand to be given priority option to pre-order when the final model is revealed.
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Nathan García takes a look at NYIAS!
Hey there! You might know me if you read Devil’s Rods at any point since it started. Thing is, I’ve been sent by the fellas at the Motornation HQ to take a look at what the manufacturers have been showing prior to the show; the Press Days start tomorrow and I’ve been invited as well, but I’ll have to work with what I know for now. Before meeting a certain Brit tomorrow, here’s what I think have been the highlights of the show so far!
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Shromet and the Appalachian. If it has the offroad worthiness its looks indicate, it should be a strong contender in the good crossover market (not counting crap on stilts). About the teaser, however…I must say I’ve been a bit offended considering my maternal grandmother comes from Mexico, but still, looks like a promising package.
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TSR Fallwing LSport V12. While the car looks a bit outdated, the twin turbo V12 under its bonnet sounds like it’s going to have some juice with 665hp. They didn’t tell us the price but eh, if the price is right, this could be a car to keep in mind.
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Nohda presented the Shourai, a little car with huge engines; offering a 2.5L V6 with snails and a 4.7L V8, it has meat and good one at it. At a pricetag of $35000 it is a car I personally would consider prioritary when looking for a sports car.
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GBSC presented the MV350. I don’t like the looks, I love the internals; these guys went in for the kill with a 680hp V10 in qualifying spec (Presumably?). I’ll just say MMMMMmaybe.
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Hah, I guessed it, Baltazar! I knew it was Stardust! Looks like they joined the sedan market with their Stardust. It looks quite good, if a bit too sober for me but by no means bad. Looks like it’ll have some meat with an option to make it AWD if you order one of the 2 liter engines. Will have to take a further look at it when they release the rest of the details.
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Audentia Regulus. The looks were a great attempt but they just need to make their headlights and tailights more modern, they feels quite outdated, ruining an otherwise good styling job. With a 4.6L V8 with 478hp it has meat for sure, with great fuel economy as well! The package it includes makes it sound like a good deal as well; I’ll keep an eye on these fellas.
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Znopresk Zanzibar! Looks like we have a big boy SUV here, in contrast with the crossovers we’ve been getting. Looks like they’ll be offering a good array of choices when ordering the car: drivetrain, engine, interior color…it’s unusual that they decided to mount the engine transversely, but hey, irrelevant to me to be completely honest. Looks like a damn fine package and one I’ll keep my eye on.
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Kasai lost their minds making a transverse V12 hot hatch. This is like throwing a hatchback and a supercar in a blender and drinking the outcome; and the idea, I’ll say, sounds good to me. AWD is a selling point to me as well. Meat is what this car doesn’t lack, but sadly the V12 edition will be limited.
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Evgenis brought us the Valkyrie. A premium hot hatch from $25000? Sign me the [censored] up. The looks are simple but functional and elegant, and they promise a broad range of options to customize our car, from paint to the rims and even the roof. The range of engines will include petrol, gas, diesel and hybrid with some meat to them and great fuel economy, and they’ll, more importantly, offer a six speed manual, and even some autonomous gadgets. I might consider this for a serious daily driver whenever I have to settle down.
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The Leviathan Maladus GTR. It looks like a sportier version of a car straight out of a spionage movie, and I think it works. But best of all, 830hp and almost 10000rpm. This guys are crazy. And I love it. AWD, active suspension, and best of all, the 830hp car gets 20MPG. That’s nuts. At only $110000 roughly, I’d consider this if you’re in the hunt for a hypercar.
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KHT Augusta Vision GT. While I feel it’s a tad overstyled, it looks futuristic and it is futuristic in the inside as well: a 2.2L I4 turbo with 315hp, 3.3 seconds (from 0 to 62 I assume?) and a fast lap time around the Nordschleife of 7:35 minutes. Good, good…
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AL Autos, this is going to be a sincere message; I feel you guys need to settle down with a lineup instead of constantly releasing new cars. You will not be able to develop a brand image at this rate and I, personally, don’t think that’s good.
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If I thought the guys at Znopresk and Kasai were crazy for mounting I6s and V12s transversely…the fellas at Iuriaro mounted an 8 liter V12 transversely, the madmen. Holy shit. Looks like this one will be a luxury edition of the Zanzibar, and I’m really digging the futuristic looks.
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PMI introduced the Puma concept. It doesn’t look too bad, if a bit too simplistic for my taste, and the rear needs some improvement to look more modern. However, seems like this is a promising sports concept with a small, turbocharged engine that prioritizes lightness. If the price is right, this might be a good platform to modify on too…only time will tell.
We’re not done, fellas! I’ll be back tomorrow with more stuff. Will see you all then, and see what the show has yet to show us!
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Thanks! Yeah, time is needed. I need to learn to deal with the available fixtures to create modern looking cars. And I do want to keep this one simple and fresh. We’ll see how PMI evolves in the future.
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2019 Audentia Arbiter.
Your Own Private Jet On Wheels
With money comes power and with power comes speed. That is why the Arbiter is equipped a 6.2L V12 bringing 586 horsepower and 459 ft-lb torque to all four wheels. Despite the car weighing just under three tons, the Arbiter is able to put the pedal to the metal and hit 60 miles per hour in just 4.5 seconds. The Audentia Arbiter gets 16 mpg in the city and 26 on the highway.
If you are lucky enough to find yourself inside the Arbiter you will be welcomed and enveloped in luxury and familiarity. The new infotainment is the fastest yet and most user-friendly. The new infotainment had a 4K UHD screen that has a refresh rate of 80Hz. We live in a world where technology and luxury coincide, and Audentia realized this. That is why you can expect only the highest quality of technology inside of the Arbiter. Audentia has teamed up with Bang & Olufsen to create the best possible audio experience while inside. The Arbiter comes stock-equipped with 4G LTE which allows for internet browsing on all 3 infotainment systems within the vehicle. The Arbiter offers Google Earth mapping, parking information that lets you find available spots ahead of arrival. And of course, the Arbiter comes with the same color detailed HUD that every 2019 Audentia model will be receiving.
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Thanks for the advice 
I’ve been attempting to do so as I’ve also realized this as well. AL Autos will be establishing a lineup of cars instead of releasing new models every auto show.
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Overview
The Estate Roamer has been an icon among the luxury SUVs for two decades and to reaffirm its position on the top of the tree, Enactor is proud to present the Series 4 Estate Roamer. Building upon the foundations of the previous models, the Estate Roamer seeks to deliver the ultimate in luxury and off-road capability, with no compromises.
Styling
The clean and elegant design has been a long standing Estate Roamer tradition, with smooth lines, which still are imposing and distinctive enough to separate it from lesser models.
For the 2019 model, full LED headlights and tail lights are standard on all models, for a distinctive visual and lighting signature.
Engineering
Building upon the solid basis of the previous models and with access to the vast R&D resources of the parent companies, the Estate Roamer has cutting edge technology designed to augment safety, driver comfort and ease to drive.
All the latest safety technology is available on the model, with Enactor’s AutoCruise allowing the car to follow the cars in front, steer within the lane and come to a complete stop, without any input from the driver, provided they keep the eyes on the road and the hands on the wheel. This means the Estate Roamer is capable of level 2 autonomous driving, perfect to take the strain away from long motorway journeys.
Meanwhile, all the off-road tech hasn’t been forgotten, with the car featuring self-levelling air suspension, with adaptive dampers and off-road biased reactive roll bars, which detect long vertical movement and need for wheel articulation and soften up accordingly, without compromising off-road capability or on-road driving behaviour.
In order to improve fuel economy and improve drivability, the car’s body is fully made of aluminium, meanwhile the steel monocoque has been worked upon, to improve structural rigidity and reduce weight.
Powertrain
The Series 4 Estate Roamer is available from launch with 2 engines in 3 states of tune. Erin’s 3.5 Twin-Turbo V6, in 300 hp guise, provides the entry-level of the range. Meanwhile, Bonham’s 3.0 Turbocharged Straight Six is presented in 2 states of tune, 380 and 500 hp.
All engines are mated exclusively to an 8 speed automatic gearbox with power being delivered to all four wheels. Power is split 50/50 as standard, but if the computer detects slip, power can be sent 100% to either axle and up to 75% to an individual wheel.
Interior
In keeping with the Estate Roamer tradition for luxury, this latest car offers a wide variety of luxury items. All 5 individual seats are covered in fine nappa leather, with 12-way electric adjustments for the front seat passengers and 4-way individual adjustments for each of the three seats in the rear. The car is equipped with two 13" displays, one to control the infotainment, the other showcasing the fully digital dials. Meanwhile, rear seat passengers also get individual touchscreens, which can use the in-car internet hotspot to access websites like Youtube and Netflix on the go.
The sound system uses a 19-speaker, 1550W Harman-Kardon surround sound system, engineered exclusively for use in the Estate Roamer, with active noise cancellation.
Enactor’s Adventure Key is also present. It consists of a waterproof wristband, that can be used to lock and unlock the car, while leaving the standard key safe and dry inside the car. Perfect for any outdoor excursion where taking a delicate and cumbersome key might prove risky.
Detailed stats and pricing coming on the Enactor thread very soon.
Pre-orders are available, with first deliveries in late summer, with production starting at the Enactor plant in Curdworth in May.
Photo Gallery
Photos showcase the Estate Roamer LSE 3.0T in Aqualung Blue
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The latest Angeles is rejuvenated for the 2019 model year.
Rennen created the facelifted Angeles for their annual debut at New York International Auto Show. Honed design and new technology features combine to make a further improved and even more attractive and sensual version of an already beautifully balanced vehicle.
Coupe Exclusive 3.0 trim in Sky Steel Metallic and optional Luxury Technology Package shown.
Overview
Returning is Rennen’s 6-cylinder powerplants, re-tuned to deliver 10 greater horsepower and return 2 MPG more than previously offered for both the 6 and 4 cylinder options. Steering has been enhanced with the new Dynamic Input Sense™ (DIS) system which allows the steering to remove driver effort for a smoother driving experience without compromising roadfeel, reducing fatigue but maintaining steering feel and a dynamic driving experience. Suspension has too been re-tuned for a more refined yet sportier feeling with more on-road steering feel. Torque-vectoring AWD returns and is standard on all 6-cylinder Angeles models. The exterior has been refreshed with a new side treatment including a revised side vent treatment, oval rear tailpipes, and new headlight and taillights among other changes. New for 2019, besides a refreshed interior, is a mixture of classic analog and modern digital gauges with forged aluminium borders and rungs with an OLED screen nestled within. An 8.0" center console screen is standard while a 10.0" multimedia screen remains optional. Overall, the Angeles improves with the latest refresh, with greater style, performance, and technology.
Coupe Exclusive 3.0 trim in Sky Steel Metallic and optional Luxury Technology Package shown.
Rennen. Perfection in Performance.
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Hello and welcome to the Hennessy Motor Company (HMC) showcase booth at the 2018 New York International Auto Show. HMC has been observing the Australian automobile market, and we’ve fallen in love with the ruggedness, muscularity, and versatility of Australian pickups and utes. We’ve become disgusted that these amazing machines haven’t been sold in the US market commercially, and if your like us, you’ve wanted to get your hands on one of these babies. Well, now’s your chance! Additionally, we are very pleased to announce our design partnership with AL Autos, which we will be showcasing on the second day of the NYIAS press days. Let’s give a “G’Day Mate” to our new Utes!
HMC Valiance
Pricing Starts at $58,223
HMC Copperhead
Pricing Starts at $32,742
Thanks for checking us out! Stop by AL Autos and HMC’s showcase booths tomorrow for the press release of our joint-collaboration!
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Zenshi in the 2018 New York International Auto Show - Day 1
For the first press day in New York, Zenshi showcased two performance beasts, one of which wasn’t to be expected from a company like them.
On the stage; Zenshi made use of the screen to display moving pictures to show two halves; first being a video of an empty Route 66 in the sunset, and to follow the theme of what they have been doing in Japan recently, which is to play songs previously used in their car advertisements back in the day; played a sample of Toshiki Kadomatsu’s 52nd Street.
And as the animation went, the light focused on a performance… Pickup.
2019 Zenshi TDF Furue ZMD Track
From there was ZMD’s track-tuned TDF Furue. This generation marks the first time the “TDF” name is used in the American market.
This particular TDF Furue sat considerably low for a pickup truck, and holding them up are 20-inch RAYS wheels on Yokohama ADVAN tires. Fat ZMD quad-tip exhausts adorn the colour-coded rear bumper in a way to show that it means business.
Overall, the pickup received a rather aggressive styling treatment, and if that doesn’t scream performance, perhaps the overall stats will. Under the hood lays a Twin-Turbocharged 5.6L V8 known as the SY56-GDA2T, which was used in the well-known high performance version of the GT, the GTZ 5.6R. Coming standard with a 6-Speed Manual, pumping out 600 HP only to the rear wheels, and weighing below 2,000 kg, the Furue ZMD Track makes for one hell of a street performance truck.
The spotlight dims on the Furue, and focuses on a rather low-looking silhouette.
On the right side of the screen, played a black-and-white video of the roads of Suzuka Circuit, initially playing no music, just the sounds of a roaring V8 engine. Eventually, the music comes to, and playing is another song from Kadomatsu, Rush Hour.
The V8 sounds get louder until it all stops for a brief second, displaying a familiar logo:
after that, the light fully focuses on the silhouette and the veil drops.
2019 Zenshi GTZ 500R
In a recognizable yellow colour, there laid the new GTZ. ZMD decided to not put in extreme styling towards the front, giving a bit of a more, premium, side to the car, all the while aiding it’s aerodynamics.
Darkened lights help give off a very menacing feel to the car, an aesthetic the GTZ lives by. Overall, the next-generation GTZ has seen a slew of improvements, both inside and out.
Mentioned already was the bodywork of the GTZ. Everything, from the bumps to the vents to the diffuser, aid in cornering performance and general efficiency. With the aid of it’s dogleg 7-Speed Manual, the roaring beast presents considerably impressive gas mileage figures for a car like this; 28 MPG Highway is one thing to take note of.
Dynamic exhaust control, which was introduced with the Axia Newman R last year, is present in the 2019 GTZ, which allows the driver to drive a little bit more quietly when it comes to a time when noise isn’t the thing to have.
Boasting 20-inch WedsSport wheels in a deep grey finish, and inside them, high-performance Akebono vented disc brakes are what serves as the “footwork” of the sports car. with 285 wide rear tires and 265 fronts, it adds to the already grippy dynamics of the GTZ.
Compared to the previous generation, the GTZ is a bit lighter, rating at 1780 kg (opposed to the 5.6R’s 1856 kg) makes for a quicker, zippier car.
Aiding the weight of the new GTZ is a brand-new developed V8 engine. Referenced in the new name of the GTZ, is the 5.0L Twin Turbocharged 90-degree V8 co-developed by ZMD, named the SZ50-GDA2T. While smaller than the outgoing 5.6L SY56, is lighter, less powerful, but more efficient. While losing 18 HP from the previous generation, now cranking out 622 HP, still can go really fast, actually faster than the outgoing model, pumping out power to the rear wheels to hit a quick top speed of 210 MPH.
Expect more of these two beasts when they hit the showroom floors soon.
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