Chevy Unveils Special "Carbon Edition" Corvette

Z06 Special Edition Is Made For The Track....

GM is set to launch a new special edition of the Corvette, directly targeting fans of the iconic sports car who want something that their neighbor won't have. The limited edition car, called the "Carbon Edition," is not just an appearance package but a truly focused track machine that we can't wait to get our hands on.First, a bit of history. Back in 2001, Chevrolet decided to revive an old high performance Corvette option code, giving folks who wanted a more track-ready version of the 'Vette a more focused model known as the "Z06." That Z06 was based on the fifth generation Corvette platform (C5) and was only offered in the hardtop or "fixed roof coupe" body style. It featured an upgraded suspension, bigger wheels and tires, and a few other performance tweaks. Initially offered with a 385-horsepower engine upgrade, it eventually received the LS6 engine rated at 405 horsepower. Chevy sold more than 28,000 of them before the C5 platform was replaced in 2005.

In 2006, Corvette fans rejoiced when Chevrolet introduced another Z06 model based on the C6, or sixth generation platform. It had a new 7.0-liter, 427 cubic inch V8 with 100 more horsepower than the strongest C5 Z06. It also featured a lighter aluminum frame, balsa wood/carbon fiber composite floors and a magnesium alloy engine cradle to save even more weight. The C6 Z06 officially tipped the scales at just 3180 pounds, giving it world-class performance. And with its sub-$70,000 pricetag it instantly put the Corvette at the top of the bang-for-your-buck charts for supercars.

The Z06 stood its ground, proudly representing America as the highest performance Corvette ever ... until Chevy introduced the even more powerful ZR1 in 2009. The ZR1 took the Corvette even further up the performance rankings, with its supercharged 638-horsepower V8, carbon-ceramic brakes, carbon-fiber body panels and active suspension distancing it from its sibling Z06. It was also $30,000 more expensive than the Z06, but its performance spoke for itself. Z06 lovers wanted some of those upgrades for themselves, but Chevrolet didn't offer them on the Z06 ... until now.

BMW M5 Sports Car

The BMW M5 is the ultimate combination of the power of a supercar, and the everyday convenience of a four-door family sedan with comfortable seating for five.

The M5 sits atop the 5-series lineup; powered by a hand-built 500-hp 5.0-liter V10, buyers can choose between a 7-speed Sequential Manual Gearbox (SMG) with steering wheel paddles or a 6-speed manual transmission. M-specific suspension and steering help keep all that power under control, while four cross-drilled anti-lock disc brakes provide the stopping. The M5 also features the M Drive button on the steering wheel, allowing the driver to set and save their favorite vehicle settings and access the extra 100-hp when in M mode. Standard features include six airbags, heated seats, mirrors, jets and steering wheel, rain sensing wipers, bi-xenon headlights, active front head restraints, glass sunroof, dual zone climate control, 6-disc CD changer, navigation system, Bluetooth and a 13-speaker LOGIC7 sound system.

2011 Audi A6 3.0 T Avant

If you are researching the Wagon 2011 Audi A6 3.0T Avant Wagon, we have all of the information you could want to make your buying decision. Armed with details like the manufacturer suggested retail price, which starts from $53,310.00 you will be able to negotiate a better car price at the dealership. The 2011 A6 3.0T Avant Wagon comes standard with enough room for 5 passengers, a Semi-Automatic transmission, a V6 engine, and a AWD drivetrain. With a 21.1 gallon fuel tank, this Wagon has a gas mileage rating of roughly 18 miles per gallon in the city and 26 MPG on the highway. Find other information on this Wagon like photos, specs, rebates & incentives, crash test ratings and safety facts, basic warranty of 4 yr. / 50,000 mi, and much more.

Performance Overview

- Supercharger compressor
- Engine: 3.0L V 6 double overhead cam with VVT ( 10.5 :1 compression ratio ; four valves per cylinder)
- Fuel: premium unleaded ( 91 octane)
- Fuel consumption: city= 18 (mpg); highway= 26 (mpg); combined= 21 (mpg); vehicle range: 444 miles
- Gasoline direct injection fuel system
- 21.1 gallon fuel tank
- Power: 300 HP ( 224 kW) @ 5,100 rpm; 310 ft lb of torque ( 420 Nm) @ 2,500 rpm

2011 Vauxhall Corsa VXR Blue Edition for the UK

Vauxhall has unveiled a brand new limited edition hot hatch – the Vauxhall Corsa VXR Blue Edition – for the UK market.Although this particular special edition variant won’t make its way Down Under, we’re beginning to get excited about the prospect of exactly what vehicles we will see when Vauxhall’s sister brand Opel launches in Australia in 2012.

Last week, Opel CEO Nick Reilly announced the German manufacturer would become a stand-alone brand in Australia, reintroducing a number of premium General Motors products to the local market.

The mid/large Insignia, small Astra and light Corsa (previously known as Barina) will all be among the initial offerings when Opel opens its showrooms – likely to be later next year.

The Vauxhall VXR range is equivalent to Opel’s OPC (Opel Performance Centre), and introducing the halo cars to Australia could be just what the fledging brand needs to attract attention early on.

Currently, OPC tunes its own versions of the Corsa, Insignia and Insignia Sports Tourer for European markets.
This particular Vauxhall Corsa VXR Blue Edition takes on the styling of the recently updated Corsa range.

Included in the package is the striking Arden Blue metallic paint, 18-inch alloy wheels, dark tinted glass, bespoke interior air vents and Recaro seats. Blue highlights can be found throughout the interior, including the stitching on the leather steering wheel and seats.

Like the standard Corsa VXR, the Blue Edition comes with lowered sports suspension, uprated brakes and switchable ESP.

Powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine, the hot Corsa produces 141kW of power and more than 260Nm of torque, combining for a 0-100km/h time of 6.8 seconds and a top speed of 225km/h.

With a starting price of £19,425 ($31,050), the Vauxhall Corsa VXR Blue Edition should give the Volkswagen Polo GTI and the MINI John Cooper Works a run for their money when it hits UK showrooms in February.