The GTS model is something special in the Porsche product line: it usually sits in the middle of a specific model trim range, usually with significantly upgraded power (but still not the most powerful trim), but has a relatively affordable MSRP.

More HP & Torque

Now Porsche has put this treatment on the 911 Targa 4, by introducing the 911 Targa 4 GTS. Compared to the 911 Targa 4, the major upgrade in the GTS model is its engine – instead of the 3.4L in the 911 Targa 4, the GTS is using a 3.8L flat-6 engine, outputting a much higher 424hp and 325lb-ft of torque.

You can find many details about the 2016 Porsche 911 Targa 4 GTS in the below press release...

2016 Acura NSX

In the past 10 years, Honda may have given you an impression that they’re focusing on making front-wheel-drive daily commuter cars like the Civic and Accord you see on the road everyday.

However, Honda is an auto maker that, if it wants to build a serious sports car, then you better believe the final product will be truly amazing. In our previous article you can see how the first generation Acura NSX was ahead of its time when it debuted 25 years ago.

Now Acura has setup another milestone in the automobile industry by introducing the second generation NSX.

2016 NSX: What’s New?

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2017 Ford F150 Raptor

Ford is really showing off its latest technology at the Detroit auto show. Besides the new Ford GT and GT350R Mustang, take the 2017 Ford F150 Raptor (goes on sale fall 2016) as example, it debuts the world’s first 10-speed automatic transmission.

As shown in the below drawing in the US Patent #8834310 granted to Ford, the Ford 10R transmission has 6 under drive ratios, 1 direct drive ratio and 3 overdrive ratios. The 10 speed gears are implemented using 4 planetary gear sets, which is the same as the ZF 8HP and GM 8L series (but with only 8 speeds); the gear sets are controlled by 6 shift elements (2 brakes + 4 clutches).

At each gear, 4 of the sh...

Make Way For the 2016 Ford Shelby GT350R

It is a big day for Ford today, as they debut three performance models with the most state-of-the-art technology.

Take the just-announced 2016 Ford Shelby GT350R Mustang as example, it has everything that the 2016 GT350 Mustang has (the 5.2L flatplane V8, the MagneRide electronically controlled dampers, Torsen LSD etc), with some significant high-tech upgrades.

2016 Ford Shelby GT350R Mustang highlights

– Carbon-fiber wheel, which is 13-lb less than the conventional aluminum wheel rim
– Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 high-performance tires
– Exhaust resonators is removed for weight reduction, also creates special exhaust notes
– Re...

2016 Ford GT Goes Turbo

Ford made the last unit of the GT super car back in 2006 and discontinued it since then. Today the new generation GT was finally announced and will be going in production starting 2016.

Ford applies some cool high-end technology in this flagship super car:

– 3.5L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 engine, with output more than 600hp
– 7-speed automatic double-clutch transmission
– Car body made with advanced materials: carbon fiber passenger cell, aluminum front and rear subframes hosted in structural carbon fiber body panels

Enjoy the below official images and dig up more details in the following press release.