Published by AutoMonster.ca on May 8th, 2013 in Auto News with No Comments

For all the guys with dreams of buying a brand new 911 Turbo…you may want to hold off for the All-New 2014 model. To coincide with Porsche’s 40th Anniversary celebration they have announced the next generation of their supercar 911 Turbo to the masses. Porsche unveiled its all new 2014 Porsche 911 Turbo and Turbo S. While the body shape is pretty much the same as everyone is used to, it’s what’s underneath its skin that’s changed significantly. There is a new all wheel drive system, along with active rear steering, adaptive aero front and rear, and 520 HP (560 for the S version). As for transmissions the 7-Speed PDK system has been revised, however, there is no manual available…this will case concern for true die-hard fans of having a clutch pedal. The all new Turbo and Turbo S will arrive in Canada in …
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Published by AutoMonster.ca on Apr 24th, 2013 in Auto News with No Comments

Lamborghini has unveiled the special edition Aventador LP 720-4 50 Anniversario at the Shanghai Auto Show this past weekend. The supercar celebrates 50 years in business for Lamborghini. The company has decided to only produce 100 units of the Aventador LP 720-4 50 Anniversario, each of which will be numbered with a special logo. The standard colour of the special edition Lamborghini will be Giallo Maggio (May Yellow). There are two reasons; firstly, as a tribute to the most preferred colour chosen by Lamborghini customers over the company’s existence. Secondly, as a tribute to the founding of Lamborghini which happened in the month of Maggio (May) 1963. However, it should be noted if you are quick you can also specify another colour through the brand’s “Ad Persona” individualization program. Contrasting the body color is the new aerodynamic body kit finished in …
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Published by AutoMonster.ca on Apr 7th, 2013 in Auto News with No Comments

It all started with Ken Block racing around different locations with really cool camera angles etc. Looks like B.J. Baldwin was passed the baton and in this Monster Energy video he races a 850-horsepower Trophy Truck across the Mojave Desert at 150 miles an hour. He is jumping over all sorts of things including a Nissan GTR with a gorgeous model standing next to it. Although the video was released on April 1st you can see this is no April fools joke. Monster Energy pulled all the stops to create an inconceivable short driving film. It ends with a drive down the Vegas Strip at night with all the lights blazing. The film is named #RECOIL; no doubt it’s another video that has gone viral showing some serious driving mastery with great camera work to boot. “This started life as a small project …
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Published by AutoMonster.ca on Mar 21st, 2013 in Auto News with No Comments

Imagine how great it would be to buy a $250,000 Supercar and the thrill of that first drive home. You can’t wait to park it in your driveway and just stare at it. Well that dream shoulda, woulda, coulda happened, but didn’t, to one recent Lamborghini buyer as instead it was totalled just hours after taking purchase. One wealthy car buyer dropped $250,000 on a gorgeous 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago in La Jolla California only to crash it on the very ride home. To add insult to injury the driver and his blonde female passenger left the car abandoned on the side of the road with massive damage to it. It has been reported that the car is a total loss. The new owner has not come forward to claim the car as of yet, however, let’s face it there is not much left to …
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Published by AutoMonster.ca on Mar 9th, 2013 in Auto News with No Comments

Since it’s Lamborghini’s 50th year anniversary it’s only fitting that they unveil their most extreme creation at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. The ultra exclusive Lamborghini Veneno will have a very limited run of only three vehicles. One in red, one in white and one in green. Similar to the Italian flag. Its design is laser focused on optimum aerodynamics and cornering stability, giving the Veneno the real dynamic experience of a race car, however is fully street legal. With horsepower rated at a whopping 750hp, the Veneno accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in only 2.8 seconds with a top speed of 350 km/h. It is priced at $3.9 million USD. Don’t worry if you can’t afford it, all three vehicles have been pre-sold to lucky and rich customers. Some of the Lamborghini Veneno’s features include a 6.5 litre, 12-cylinder …
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Published by AutoMonster.ca on Feb 26th, 2013 in Auto News with No Comments

Jaguar Land Rover Canada premiered both their 2014 F-Type and XFR-S at the 2013 Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto this month. 2014 Jaguar F-TYPE The true Jaguar sports car for tomorrow and beyond, the new 2014 Jaguar F-TYPE is next in a distinguished bloodline that delivers the look, the feel, the performance and handling of Jaguar’s iconic brand and makes its Canadian debut at the 2013 Canadian International Auto Show. The F-TYPE is powered by Jaguar’s new 3.0-litre V6 supercharged 340 hp engine, delivering exciting performance with 0-to-100 km/h in 5.3 seconds, driving through an eight-speed ‘Quickshift’ automatic transmission, with a centre console-mounted SportShift gear selector and steering wheel-mounted paddles for full manual control. The F-TYPE S model is powered by Jaguar’s new 3.0-litre V6 supercharged 380 hp engine, delivering exciting performance with 0-to-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds, while …
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Published by AutoMonster.ca on Feb 12th, 2013 in Auto News with No Comments

What can be one of the most interesting online videos of the All-New 2013 SRT Viper…its production? The Viper is built in good old Detroit, Michigan and the plant has little to no automation. While other plants might have workers spend under a minute on each vehicle, building the Viper each worker spends 30 minutes on each car. Chrysler’s Conner Avenue Assembly Plant had been closed for nearly two years prior, during the company’s bankruptcy proceeding. All New Vipers are currently rolling off the line. The video takes one through the process from assembling the engine all the way to driving the car off the lot. The video is impressive and worth a look for any Viper fan. Now just finding a way to afford such an amazing car would be the next step.
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Published by AutoMonster.ca on Feb 1st, 2013 in Auto News with No Comments

It’s that time of year again, where automakers market their cars on Superbowl Sunday; one of the biggest TV ratings days in North America. This years crop of car commercials is a great one. Some of the most entertaining and funniest ever. Here are some of our favourites in no particular order. Mercedes-Benz – “Soul” Toyota RAV4 – “Wish Granted” Audi – “Prom” Volkswagen – “Get In. Get Happy.” Hyundai – “Team” Kia – “Space Babies”
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Published by AutoMonster.ca on Jan 20th, 2013 in Auto News with No Comments

It was quite a spectacle to watch, two bidders at the Barrett Jackson auction, driving the original batmobile to a final selling price of $4.2 million. In the end the winner was chosen with a coin flip. Once it was established they both wanted the car and they were not going to give up. They decided to flip for it. As it turns out Rick Champagne won the coin flip and paid $4.6 million for the car including all auction fees. Rick stated that he plans on removing an exterior wall at his house to get the car inside and will display it in his living room. No doubt that will be quite the conversation piece sitting in the middle of Rick’s home.
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Published by AutoMonster.ca on Jan 14th, 2013 in Auto News with No Comments

Chevrolet is redefining modern performance with today’s debut of the all-new Corvette Stingray. And only a Corvette with the perfect balance of technology, design and performance can wear the iconic Stingray designation. The 2014 Corvette Stingray is the most powerful standard model ever, with an estimated 450 horsepower (335 kW) and 450 lb.-ft. of torque (610 Nm). It is also the most capable standard model ever, able to accelerate from 0-60 in less than four seconds and achieve more than 1g in cornering grip. It is expected to be the most fuel-efficient Corvette, exceeding the EPA-estimated 26 mpg of the current model. “Like the ’63 Sting Ray, the best Corvettes embodied performance leadership, delivering cutting-edge technologies, breathtaking design and awe-inspiring driving experiences,” said General Motors North America President Mark Reuss. “The all-new Corvette goes farther than ever, thanks to today’s …
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