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Built on a Toyota Tundra full-size pickup, DC Shoes used valuable
feedback from their Motocross athletes to help create a truck that had
everything a rider needs to make an event trip easier. They took this
input and passed it along to West Coast Customs who performed the build.
West Coast Customs used a Tundra Double Cab 4×4 equipped with the
powerful 5.7-liter V8 and six-speed electronically-controlled
transmission with intelligence. The truck also features Tundras standard
bed and is a certified Flex Fuel vehicle.
An array of modifications were built into this special Tundra
enabling it to tackle the roughest terrain and it’s equipped with
everything a Motocross rider requires. Modifications include a
suspension lift from Camburg Racing, shocks by Fox Racing, KMC 18 x
9-inch wheel mounted to General 35 x 12.5 x 18 tires, custom
rough-texture paint by Line-X, a roof rack that can also be used as a
viewing deck, fold-up bed sides, a suicide tailgate, a gas pump and
water pressure washer located in the bed, an air compressor, a winch to
load bikes, a hidden ramp, custom embroidered interior and much more.
Toyota will display a pre-production Tacoma Toyota Racing Development
(TRD) T|X (Tacoma Extreme) limited edition pickup truck at the 2011 SEMA
Show in Las Vegas.
The T|X Baja Series is currently undergoing final testing for
application on both the Tacoma Access and Double Cab 4×4 models equipped
with the TRD Off-Road Package. Expansion to include PreRunner models is
also being considered. The Tacoma T|X Baja Series is equipped with a
4.0-liter V6 engine with either six-speed manual and five-speed
automatic transmissions. In addition to an electronically-controlled
locking rear differential, Active Traction Control (A-TRAC), Hill-Start
Assist Control (HAC) and Downhill Assist Control (DAC) currently
equipped on the TRD Off-Road package, the limited edition T|X Baja
Series adds BF Goodrich T/A KO tires (LT265/70R16) and bead-lock style
off-road wheels with an exclusive Gun-Metal Gray finish, TRD Cat-back
Exhaust, increased front ride height of nearly two inches and unique
Baja Series graphics.
The front suspension has been upgraded to include 60mm piston
Bilstein race shocks with TRD coil springs that feature a protective
zinc plated body and a one inch increase in wheel travel. The rear
suspension is equipped with 50mm piston Bilstein race shocks with a
remote reservoir to increase shock oil capacity for greater heat
dissipation and damping sensitivity. The rear shocks also include a
zinc-plated body and a 1.5-inch increase in wheel travel. Additional
information about the Baja Series, including pricing and ordering
information will be available in early 2012.
The T|X Baja Series will be part of a 2012 Tacoma
line that is updated with a restyled front end and a refreshed interior
in all models. Exterior changes include a redesigned hood, grille,
headlamps and front bumper, among other changes. Inside, Tacoma has a
new center-instrument panel design with a revised gauge cluster, along
with a new steering wheel. A redesigned center stack adds new air
conditioner/heater controls and power point locations.
All Tacoma T|X Baja Series models will be built exclusively at Toyota
Motor Manufacturing, Texas (TMMTX) in San Antonio and are scheduled for
launch in late spring 2012.
The Peugeot 208 gives form to and refines the new aesthetic codes of the
Marque. ‘Floating’ grille, light signature, ‘boomerang’ rear lamps –
each detail is designed in complete harmony with the balance of the car,
structured by a ’spine’ the impression of which is even visible on the
roof. Sculpted, athletic, pure and sophisticated, its style projects the
Marque towards a renewed and attractive modernity, suggesting
sensuousness and energy, smoothness and mischief. The two body styles
have been given entirely different treatments, with the style of the
quarter panel of the three-door version recalling one of its illustrious
older siblings.
The Peugeot 208 comes with five models, four of which are equipped
with the new generation Stop & Start System (e-HDi), the diesel
range starts at 87g/km of CO2 (delivering fuel economy of 83.1 mpg) and
never exceeds 99g! The Peugeot 208 introduces a new range of 3-cylinder
petrol engines, 1.0- and 1.2-litre VTi, which are particularly
efficient, with a range starting at 99g/km of CO2 (delivering 65.7mpg).
The new Peugeot 208 will be launched in mainland Europe in the spring and for the UK in the summer of 2012
The “SUBARU BRZ CONCEPT – STI -” is a concept car based on the “SUBARU
BRZ”, an all-new rear-wheel drive (RWD) compact sports car developed
from an ongoing joint-project between Subaru and Toyota Motor
Corporation. Built with Subaru’s core technology of the
Horizontally-Opposed Boxer engine, this model has a low center of
gravity that realizes a “Pure Handling Delight” driving experience.
Combined with motifs of Subaru’s iconic performance brand “STI”, the
concept car embodies an ultimate handling performance.
The world premiere of the “SUBARU BRZ CONCEPT – STI -” will take place at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November 2011
NOVITEC ROSSO now makes the drop-top version of the Ferrari 599 SA
Aperta even more powerful and fascinating. A twin-supercharger
conversion bumps power output of the V12 from standard 670 to 888 hp and
boosts peak torque to 636 lb/ft, giving the two-seater a top speed of
more than 211 mph. The NOVITEC ROSSO options for the limited-edition
special model also include extremely lightweight NOVITEC ROSSO forged
wheels in a staggered combination with diameters of 21 and 22 inches,
sport springs and a stainless-steel high-performance exhaust system with
butterfly valve.
The power increase by 218 hp to 888 hp at 8,400 rpm means the
two-seater now offers power that is as superlative as its new peak
torque of 636 lb/ft at 6,600 rpm, a gain of 178 lb/ft over its
production brethren.
Together with the F1 Superfast six-speed transmission the NOVITEC
ROSSO bi-compressor version delivers exceptional performance. From rest
the car sprints to 62 mph in just 3.1 seconds. After 9.1 seconds it
reaches a speed of 124 mph; the 186 mph barrier shatters after 21.9
seconds. Top speed is in excess of 211 mph.
The body of the Ferrari SA APERTA is refined by NOVITEC ROSSO in a
few details. Supplemental GTO-style front spoiler lip, side skirts and
rear fascia that match the look of the front fascia of the special model
are installed on the car. All clear-coated carbon-fiber components come
with a matte finish for a true racing look. Further understated
highlights are added by the NOVITEC ROSSO black lamps that are available
for all 599 models. The set includes tail lamps, third brake light,
rear fog lamp and side markers.
Renown Auto Style has unveiled a new program for the 2004-2008
Lamborghini Gallardo. The program R70 Package includes a new front
bumper featuring a lower carbon fiber section, carbon fiber side skirts,
a rear bumper with a carbon fiber diffuser that houses dual exhaust
tips, and a carbon fiber low drag wing that features a gurney flap. In
addition to the aero parts, Renown also offers a line up of wheels and
is currently developing a new exhaust system.
The R70 package is the first debut for the company and will be followed
shortly with another vehicle that will debut at the 2011 LA Auto Show