Monthly Archives May 2015

A month ago we have reported the coming of the BRZ STI, today we got more updates from our insider friends in Subaru.

Here is the latest information summary:

1. It will not be called BRZ STI, instead a new name that implies this BRZ special model is tuned by STI;
2. Upgraded/strengthened body construction, and added chassis braces provides better torsional rigidity and ride quality;
3. Other enhancements includes: intake/exhaust, Brembo brakes, body aero kit;
4. Unfortunately the engine will be the same as the standard BRZ, NOT turbocharged, output will be around 210hp;
5. On sale 2016 summer

It is a little bit sad to hear the news that Subaru is not going to put the tur...

In the past few days, spyshots have emerged from internet showing Chrysler was road-testing a 2016 model year 300 SRT mule, which suggests FCA is indeed building the 2016 300 SRT.

However, yesterday officials from Chrysler said although such car does exist, the auto maker has no plan to sell it within the US market.

The last 300 SRT sold in US is the 2014 model year, with the 6.4L HEMI V8 outputs 470hp and 470 lb-ft of torque. For the non-US-bound 2016 300 SRT, the same V8 engine will get a slight power bump to be inline with its cousin – the Dodge Charger SRT 392, which has 485hp and 475 lb-ft of torque.

Last December we have reported some information regarding the next-gen Lexus LS sedan. Today we are going to show you more exciting updates.

First is a test mule of the 5th-gen (XF50) LS sedan, probably coming as the 2017 model year, is caught by Japanese magazine “MAG-X”. Below is one of the spy shot (for the complete photo set please see the gallery at the end of this article).

Please note that this is just a test mule, which means it is using the current LS exterior shell, but with new powerplant and chassis underside. This explains why you may find in the spyshot the car looks just like a current LS with camouflage.

The next news is: Lexus has recently trademarked th...

Many of you may think the 2013 BMW M3 Coupe is the last BMW vehicle that is using a naturally aspirated engine (the S65 V8), and now all BMW cars are turbocharged. In fact this is only true within the US market. BMW is still selling at least one model which still uses an aspirated gasoline engine: the 730i/730Li.

Currently, BMW is still selling the 730i/730Li in some Asia and European countries, for example in China, Malaysia, Singapore and Russia etc.

The 730i/Li is using the 3.0L N52B30 6-cylinder engine, producing 255hp @ 6,600 rpm, with 229 lb-ft of torque between 2,600-4,000 rpm. The ZF-sourced 8-speed automatic transmission is the only choice.

Although it looks lik...

Two days ago we have reported that Cadillac is going to put the 7.0L V8 engine in the ATS-V+, and mates it to either a 8-speed automatic transmission or a 7-speed manual transmission.

Today we got an update that, although the GM 8L90 8-speed automatic transmission will make its way to the ATS-V+, the 7-speed manual one is unlikely to be seen on the ATS-V+.

The major reason is cost: the Tremec TR-6070 7MT currently used on the C7 Corvette, is designed for the rear-placement layout (the Corvette’s transmission is placed near the rear axle, NOT bolted to the engine like other FR-layout cars)...