Top Gear Season 16, Three Wise Men Special [Episode 2]

Episode 2 Christmas Special. Jezza, Hamster and Captain Slow travel across the middle east to get to the baby Jesus in Bethlehem, Israel. Originally Aired on 26th Dec, 2010. Copyrights owned by BBC. For Promotion and viewing purpose only. 

Top Gear East Coast Special [Season 16 Episode 1]

Top Gear special coming from east coast of America. AKA Season 15 Episode 7. Originally Aired on 21st December 2010. Jeremy, Hammond and May drive through the america in Mercedes Benz SLS AMG, Ferrari 458 Italia and Porsche 911 GT3 RS. Guest celebrity: Danny Boyle. Copyrights owned by BBC. For Promotion and viewing purposes only.

Top Gear Season 15 Episode 5.

Top Gear - [15x05] - 2010.07.25

Top Gear Season 15.

TOP GEAR. I'm not sure about you guy's, but I've been waiting all year for "The Worlds Biggest Car Show" to come back on the air waves.

Here, for you enjoyment, are the episodes from Top Gear season 15 that have aired so far.

Top Gear Season 15 episode 1

Top Gear - [15x01] - 2010.06.27


Top Gear - [15x02] - 2010.07.04


Top Gear - [15x03] - 2010.07.11


This one is my favorite so far into the season. It's the funniest for sure!

Top Gear - [15x04] - 2010.07.18

I'll be sure to post the rest as soon as they come on the web. 

2010 Ford Mustang Barrett-Jackson Special Edition by Roush

This special edition Roush Mustang has 540 hp thanks, in part, to a R2300 ROUSHcharger. Roush has also worked their magic on the suspension systemsuspension system to help manage that power. Barrett-Jackson will be auctioning this Mustang at their auction.

Source: Roush
Livonia, Michigan, U.S.A.
http://www.roushperformance.com
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Press Release:

ROUSH and Barrett-Jackson to Offer Limited Edition Mustang with Custom Paint and Monster Horsepower

LIVONIA, Mich. – ROUSH PerformanceROUSH Performance® and Barrett-Jackson have teamed together to offer a limited edition, high-performance version of the Ford Mustang. The concept car for the Barrett-Jackson Edition ROUSH Mustang will be sold at No Reserve during the 8th Annual Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction in Palm Beach on April 1-3, 2010, at the Americraft Expo Center at the South Florida Fairgrounds.

“The 2010 Barrett-Jackson Edition ROUSH Mustang ties two leading automotive brands together in an amazing package combining performance and unique styling,” said Jack Roush. “People who drive a regular production ROUSH Mustang are used to getting plenty of second looks. But with the custom Barrett-Jackson paint in such gorgeous colors, these owners will experience envy on an entirely new level.”

The concept vehicleconcept vehicle will be auctioned to the highest bidder on Saturday, April 3 at the Barrett-Jackson event in Palm Beach, Fla.; the car is expected to be shown live during the SPEED broadcast. This Mustang will be painted with a base of metallic “Back in Black” with “Red Hot Chili Pepper” stripes on the front. This car will be the model for a run of up to 25 units based on the 2010 Mustang, and an additional 25 units on the 2011 chassis.

“The only thing faster than this muscular ROUSH Mustang concept set to go across the auction block will be the bidding,” said Craig Jackson, Chairman/CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “With the ROUSHcharger, forged internal components and a resonator exhaust, this is one good looking Mustang that really moves.”

With a maximum of 25 serialized units built on the 2010 chassis, this car represents the first time that ROUSH will completely re-paint a Mustang from front fascia to rear bumper. Customers ordering the car, or the ROUSH authorized Ford dealerships that inventory a unit, can custom order both the base coat and the side stripes in any combination from the 25 available smoking hot Planet Color Barrett-Jackson Collector Color Series paints.

“We wanted to give customers the opportunity to enjoy the collectability of a very limited edition series of performance cars but still be able to customize it,” noted Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “By teaming with ROUSH and Planet Color, we merged the two, giving enthusiasts literally the best of both worlds.”

In addition to the custom paint schemes, the 2010 Barrett-Jackson Edition ROUSH Mustang will sport 540 horsepower and 510 lb.-ft. of torque under the hood thanks to the R2300 ROUSHcharger® and several forged internal components such as the pistons and crankshaftcrankshaft. The Mustang will ride on 20-inch chrome wheels with high-performance Cooper RS3 tires; the suspension package includes ROUSH front struts, rear shocks, front and rear springs, front and rear stabilizer barsstabilizer bars and jounce bumpers to turn any commute into a slalom course.

It comes fully-loaded with ROUSH body components to add to its appearance; resonator exhaust for a deep V-8V-8 rumble; four-piston front brakes with 14-inch rotorsrotors and painted rear calipers with slotted rotors; and new upper and lower billet grille that removes the fog lamps and streamlinesstreamlines the appearance of the new Mustang while improving cooling performance. Interior enhancements include leather seats with an embroidered Barrett-Jackson logo; four-piece performance pedals; ROUSH illuminated sill plates; short throw shiftershifter with black or white ball; and a new interior badge with the serial number engraved.

The suggested retail for the 2010 Barrett-Jackson Edition ROUSH Mustang package is $41,495 plus the Mustang chassis. Each vehicle will be covered with the traditional ROUSH 3-year/36,000 mile warranty, and are available in manual transmissionmanual transmission only. For more information on the 2010 Barrett-Jackson Edition ROUSH Mustang, or to see the complete content list, visit www.ROUSHperformance.com.

Based in Livonia, Mich., “The Art of Performance Engineering” takes place at ROUSH Performance. To get a look behind the scenes at what goes on at ROUSH and how the vehicles are designed, manufactured and produced logon to www.ROUSHtv.com. For more information, see your local ROUSH dealer, visit www.ROUSHperformance.com or telephone toll-free (800) 59-ROUSH. Follow us on Twitter @_ROUSH_ or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/roushperformance.

About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company

Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Barrett-Jackson specializes in providing products and services to classic and collector car owners, astute collectors and automotive enthusiasts around the world. The company produces “The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™” in Scottsdale, Palm Beach, Fla., Las Vegas and Orange County, Calif. Barrett-Jackson also endorses a one-of-a-kind collector car insurance offering for collector vehicles and other valued belongings. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit www.barrett-jackson.com or call (480) 421-6694.

Mclaren mp4-12c

The details are finally rolling in about McLaren’s new roadcar, called the 2011 MP4-12C. Looking at its design, we can clearly see that they have gone back to their roots, integrating a lot of the design features from the 90s road car, with the obvious touch of today’s concepts.

This new supercar features a lot of top-end technology and design innovations such as the extensive use of carbon fiber and a one-piece structure called the Carbon Monocell. This tub-structure is surrounded by aluminium and plastic body parts, making it quite a light car. The tub itself also weighs in at just 80kg, making it so light that a regular aluminium type brake set is used instead of ceramic ones, saving an extra 8kg.





Even though there are no official stats on the car’s performance, the McLaren made (no BMW, no Mercedes engine) M838T 3.8 V8 engine chugs out over 600bhp and does 443 lb ft of torque. The 90 degree mounted engine pushes the car from 0-60 in the range of 3 and something seconds. On the environmental side, there are even petrol and diesel hybrid versions, and they also boast of the high ratio (the market’s highest thus far) of horsepower to CO2 emissions (300g/km).  
Sorry, but here on GHI, we don't really give a rip about a cars CO2 emissions...................

With power being focused on the lower end of the rev chart (below 2000rpm), its acceleration is crazy fast, and on the overall, it can do over 200mph quite easily. There are also the line of techno controls such as Brake Steer feature which kills out a significant amount of understeer by braking the inside of the rear tires.



UPDATE:
Press Release:

McLaren AutomotiveMcLaren Automotive putting MP4-12C in pole position with a carbon revolution

* Carbon at the core of the 12C, McLaren’s first in a range of innovative high-performance sports cars
* 12C developed on principles of lightweight engineering that deliver new performance benchmarks
* Efficiency, quality, safety and comfort offer the perfect package for full range of customer demands

The latest plans for McLaren Automotive’s global launch of a range of high-performance sports cars were announced today (March 18) including performance data from recent testing programmes, details of the car’s innovative construction, and new technologies inspired by Formula 1.

Indicative performance data from the most recent test sessions are confirming the development team’s confidence in producing a car of exceptional out-and-out performance as well as quality, safety, comfort, and efficiency levels. The 12C is set to present new standards in the sports car market:
0 – 200 km/h under 10 sec
200 – 0 km/h under 5 sec
100 – 0 km/h under 3 sec / 30m; less than seven car lengths
V-max over 200 mph
¼ mile around 11 sec
CO2 under 300g/km
Lightest dry weight around 1300kgs

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Source: McLaren
London, United Kingdom
http://www.mclarenautomotive.com/
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You gotta love McLaren for being a hard-core sports car builder. The MP4-12C will be a super lightweight supercarsupercar. With a dry weightdry weight of around 2866 lbs, the MP4-12C will rocket from 0-124 mph in under 10 seconds.

Press Release:

McLaren AutomotiveMcLaren Automotive putting MP4-12C in pole position with a carbon revolution

* Carbon at the core of the 12C, McLaren’s first in a range of innovative high-performance sports cars
* 12C developed on principles of lightweight engineering that deliver new performance benchmarks
* Efficiency, quality, safety and comfort offer the perfect package for full range of customer demands

The latest plans for McLaren Automotive’s global launch of a range of high-performance sports cars were announced today (March 18) including performance data from recent testing programmes, details of the car’s innovative construction, and new technologies inspired by Formula 1.

Indicative performance data from the most recent test sessions are confirming the development team’s confidence in producing a car of exceptional out-and-out performance as well as quality, safety, comfort, and efficiency levels. The 12C is set to present new standards in the sports car market:
0 – 200 km/h under 10 sec
200 – 0 km/h under 5 sec
100 – 0 km/h under 3 sec / 30m; less than seven car lengths
V-max over 200 mph
¼ mile around 11 sec
CO2 under 300g/km
Lightest dry weight around 1300kgs



Mark Vinnels, McLaren Automotive’s Programme Director said: “We are very encouraged with this first release of performance data from the latest XP-Beta development cars. We are focusing on ‘real-world’ performance that has relevance for 12C drivers on track or on road. As you would expect of McLaren, we are aiming to set new standards for all performance criteria, from top speed to fuel economy, in-gear acceleration to braking distances and carbon dioxide emissions.

“What these results don’t show though is the overall package compared to our competitors that will make the 12C easier to drive, more comfortable to spend time in, and dynamically jaw-dropping,” Vinnels concluded.

Continued development and testing programmes in New Zealand, Arizona, Spain, and at venues including the Nordschleife at the Nürburgring will deliver further performance figures in the summer before the first customer car is built at the McLaren Technology Centre in late-2010.

The innovative one-piece moulded carbon-fibre chassis (the MonoCell) is the key to the 12C’s performance, forming the structural heart of the car, and an ideal occupant cell that delivers exceptional crash testcrash test results and a unique driving environment.

The MonoCell’s low weight, structural rigidity, dimensional accuracy and innovative four-hour manufacturing process are the factors that support McLaren Automotive’s decision to structure its range of cars around this racing-derived technology. This concept is a core strand of McLaren’s DNA:

* McLaren was the first racing team with a carbon chassis (the 1981 MP4/1)
* The McLaren F1McLaren F1 was the first road car with a carbon chassis
* The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLarenMercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is the most successful carbon-based car for sales ever (2,114 between 2003 and 2009)
* In the past 30 years, McLaren has not built a car with a metal chassis

The structural integrity that a carbon chassis offers then allows McLaren Automotive the freedom to clothe the car with a combination of aluminium and low-density SMC (sheet moulding compounds) panels that, themselves, are ground-breaking: the SMC panels are 11 percent lighter than on any production car.

Reducing weight is an obsession at McLaren, borne of the principles that have driven McLaren’s racing teams to more motorsport success than any other: recent developments have lowered the MonoCell’s weight further to below 80 kilos, whilst continued lightweight engineering supports McLaren Automotive’s plans to launch the 12C at a lighter dry weight than any competitor at around 1300 kilos.

McLaren Automotive is aiming for the 12C to be at least 75 kilos lighter than its nearest competitor and a long list of further lightweight solutions highlights the 12C’s introduction as a new type of sports car, driven by McLaren Automotive’s obsessive attention-to-detail. Examples include:

* Standard composite brake system of forged aluminium and cast iron is lighter than the optional carbon-ceramic brake system, saving five kilos
* Low-weight Lithium-Ion battery saves 10kgs
* Lightweight magnesium structural beam supports the dashboard
* Small, twin-turbocharged V8 engineV8 engine delivers 600PS from 3.8-litre capacity
* Rear mounted engine cooling radiators minimise the pipework, the fluids contained within them, and therefore weight. They were also mounted in car line to minimise vehicle width and weight.
* Hexagonal aluminium wiring saves four kilos over circular wiring.

Not only is the 12C incredibly light and fast, it also features a range of new technologies, many inspired by Formula 1, and all unique to McLaren. In fact, the 12C has been described as ‘pure’ McLaren: all content in the car is bespoke to the 12C, from the switchgear to the engine:

* Brake Steer aids balance and grip through fast corners either acting as a safety control or an aid to performance on the track
* The AirbrakeAirbrake increases downforce and therefore grip at speed and moves the centre of pressure rearwards under heavy braking
* Proactive Chassis Control negates the requirement for mechanical anti-roll barsanti-roll bars and distributes damper control hydraulically between wheels and axles resulting in minimal roll at high speed combined with compliant suspension articulation in a straight line and over uneven road surfacesroad surfaces

Neil Patterson, Chief Engineer for the McLaren MP4-12C said: “Our goal for the 12C, and future McLaren cars, is to offer what we call ‘accessible performance’, no matter what the driver’s ability.

“With that in mind, with the technologies we have introduced, and with a small and lightweight, low- and mid-mounted enginemid-mounted engine, we have been able to deliver what we feel is a perfectly balanced chassis. The 12C will be a joy to drive in town, on an AutobahnAutobahn, or on a track. There is no compromise and huge flexibility,” Patterson concluded.

Notes to editors:

The McLaren MP4-12C goes on sale in spring 2011 from bespoke McLaren Automotive retailers in 19 countries across the globe. It sits in the market of ‘core’ sports cars that cost between £125,000 and £175,000 and will feature innovative technical and customer-focused engineering and design that will offer new levels of performance in its price bracket.

The 12C will be built initially at the award-winning Fosters+Partners-designed McLaren Technology Centre (MTC) in Woking, England. In spring 2011, the innovative combination of hand-built and ‘lean’ production processes will transfer to the new £40 million McLaren Production Centre next door to the MTC.

The McLaren Automotive retail network will be confirmed through the second half of 2010, along with pricing of the 12C and final performance figures for the car.

The Gear Head.

Geneva Motor Show - Porsche 918 Spyder

The Carrera GT is back, and this time it's hybridised. Porsche's petrol-electric hypercar concept stole the Geneva show, and all the signs are that they're going to actually build it!? Oh yes.

More info soon.

Geneva Motor Show - Mercedes F800

I don't have any info on this car yet, just it's name. But, the 2010 Geneva Motor Show opens tomorrow for the public. All should be told then.

2010 Geneva Motor Show - Mini Countryman.

2010 Geneva Motor Show - Porsche Cayenne

Porsche is going reveal the second generation Cayenne at the Geneva motor show this weekend. Longer and lighter than its predecessor, the new SUV is more powerful yet more fuel efficient than the model it replaces. It will also be available with a hybrid powertrain for the first time.



Though the changes appear to be subtle, the new Cayenne's design is now more closely aligned to that of other Porsche models. The front face employs similar headlamps as the Cayman and the LEDs, tucked into the upper corners of the gaping airdam, are akin to those on the recent 911. The rear end, however, with its taillamps bleeding over onto the rear fender, have an innate Japanese-like design quality. We hope they will be better experienced in the metal.



Along with the 48mm increase in length, the new car's wheelbase has also been extended by 40mm, offering occupants more space and variability inside. The most significant enhancement within the interior is the center console rising up to the front with its upright selector or gearshift lever, lending a more sporting character to the driver-oriented cockpit.

The new Cayenne will be available in Europe from May. Not sure when it's coming to the US.

2011 Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera released.

Whew, that was a mouth full.

As Lamborghini continues to nip and tuck its current model line-up for more market mileage. Surely, they are due for an all-new model soon??
But until then, this lighter lightweight Gallardo ups the ante. Thanks to some major weight loss (154 lb), it's reaching 60 mph from 0 in just 3.4 seconds... Epic.

11013MM photography.

I ran across this blog a few days back. It's really great. He does a lot of BMW's, which is always welcome.

Here are some of my favorite.

BMW M3.


Lexus is.




Nissan GTR, and Ferrari F430.


Great stuff, be sure to stop by his blog to see much more.

All photos are the copy right property of
1013MM: Photography By John Zhang


The Gear Head.

Chevrolet Camaro's.

Here's a list of just a few of my personal favorite Chevrolet Camaro's that have been customized/Concepts.

#1
2010 Chevrolet Camaro Black Concept

It is very hard to not notice the 2010 Camaro, but this stealthy attraction has caught many eyes of consumers. The Camaro Black Concept has a most sinister-look tuner vehicles prowling the streets with an assortment of equipments.



#2
The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro Chroma.


#3
The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro HPE700 LS9 by Hennessey.


#4 (My pick!)
The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro Customized by VR Camaro - Lamborghini Style.


#5
last but certainly not least, The standard factory RS looks pretty hot to.

A Video Tribute to one of the greatest cars on earth - The Bugatti Veyron.

Pagani Zonda - In all it's coolness.

The 2009 Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster.



2009 Pagani Zonda R



Same car, new color.





2006 Pagani Zonda Roadster F




See all of these masterpieces at: www.paganiautomobili.it

2010 Ferrari Enzo MIG-U1 by Gemballa

Gemballa is producing a limited edition conversion of the Ferrari Enzo to be called the MIG-U1. Warp drive is optional. It's being made for the Ilyas and Mustafa Galadari Group of Dubai, for being the new Distributor for the Middle East. More details will be available after the "invitation only" launch in Dubai.




See more of their work at: www.gemballa.de

2010 Aston Martin DB9 Mansory Cyrus - Naked Carbon Fiber Skin.

By show of hands, who here thinks that the Aston Martin makes some of the greatest looking cars out there right now?

*Throws hand up high*



Good. Getting that out of the way, who here thinks that the DBS could use a little more, "look at me I'm a supercar" added to it? I'm not talking about 22 inch chrome wheels or crazy paint jobs.
But maybe a little exposed Carbon Fiber here and there, or a more aggressive stance, or maybe a very loud but incredibly tasteful new interior.
You know, just a little something so that you can tell from a far that this isn't just your ordinary car.

The folks at Mansory have come up with just the right "designer outfit" for the Aston Martin DB9, or the DBS to help it along in the Super Sports car looks department.



I do have to point out, being a front engined car, the phony roof-mounted air scoop is a bit on the cheesy side. But hey, I could live with it.



From Mansory:

THE LIMITED EDITION OF 15 MASTERPIECES BASED ON ASTON MARTIN DB9 OR DBS.

MANSORY CYRUS – SPECTACULAR BROAD CONSTRUCTION BASED ON THE ASTON MARTIN DB9 OR DBS.

Perfect processing and an elaborate technology are the hallmarks of this masculine aerodynamic power pack. A coilover suspension provides the best road holding and emphasises the striking rims in XXL.




The refinement is perfected by an exclusive interior programme. Haute Couture on wheels Tailor-made processing and perfect surfaces confirm the superb quality of the MANSORY designer outfit.

The CYRUS aerodynamics components are made of extremely light „prepreg autoclav carbon“ and do not only include wing extensions for the front and back, but also side skirt attachments and linings.

At the front axle, a newly designed front skirt with enlarged air inlets provides the optimal ventilation for the twelve-cylinder aggregate.

The CYRUS front is visually enhanced with the newly designed carbon bonnet. With its two slotted “power domes” additional fresh air is directed to the front motor. Also at the tail, the refining engineers have invented something extraordinary in order to perfect the visual appearance of the Aston Martin. The newly designed rear skirt with the integrated diffuser emphasises the superior look and provides space for four stainless steel end pipes of the sonorous sport exhaust system.

The lexus LFA Supercar.

Here's the question guy's, Would one, buy one?

The Aston Martin One-77 Technical Showcase.

Aston Martin is currently developing their future range-topper, the One-77. Aston says that the car has comfortably passed the 200 mph mark on a secret test track in southern Europe. The One-77 reached a maximum test speed of 220.007 mph in windy conditions. No report as to which way the wind was blowing.






My favorite part about this car is it's "Carbon fibre monocoque body structure". You'll find that i'm a sucker for anything carbon fibre. But in this case, it's the idea and state of the art technology behind the carbon fibre tub that serves as the spine of the supercar that really gets me going. Other cars that use this technology are, Mercedes Benz SLR Mclaren, The not-out-yet Mclaren mp4-12c and many others.

Here's the Press Release:

One-77 closes on new Aston Martin record

Gaydon, Tuesday 22 December. Aston Martin's One-77 supercar has moved closer to setting a new all-time record for the British marque in initial high speed testing after surpassing all predictions and comfortably breaking the 200mph mark.

The One-77 is currently undergoing a stringent development process ahead of planned launch in 2010 with high speed testing taking place at a top secret proving ground in southern Europe. In a series of test runs completed last week the One-77 exceeded original expectations and recorded a 220.007mph (354.86kmh) top speed in dry but windy conditions under the guidance of the Aston Martin engineering team. Dynamic testing is now scheduled to continue into the New Year.

See all the technical specification HERE,

Welcome to GHI.

Hey, Welcome to Gear Heads Incorporated.

I've started this blog to compliantly revolve around one thing. That "thing" being cars, and everything to do with them. I'll open it up to everyone who wants to talk and give there opinion on: Car news, Car Trends, Random Car Facts, After Market Car Parts, and ANYTHING that could possibly relate to Cars. You'd be surprised how many things cars really effect, we should definitely have enough to talk about.