Supercar from Sweden - Koenigsegg Agera

Swedish Koenigsegg's newest Agera is a true supercar. It has cool combo of classic Koenigsegg and futuristic look. Specs are unbelievable: 910 hp, 4.7L V8, Twin Turbo, 1000 Nm, 0-100 km/h 3.1 s, 0-200-0 km/h 13.7 s, max speed 390+ km/h, 1.290 kg. Price: a lot.
 

Pagani equals true craftsmanship realising a dream

Pagani Automobili is Modena, Italy based supercar manufacturer founded and managed by Mr Horacio Pagani, who has crafted cars since the age of 12. Pagani's supercars are so dreamy and unbelievably beautifully designed. This Pagani Zonda Roadster Cinque's specs: max speed 350 km/h, 678 hp, Mercedes Benz AMG engine, 0-100 Km 3.4 s, braking 100-0 km 2.1 s, carbo-titanium monocoque, 1.210 kg. Only five units will be built with price tag of approx. £ 1.3 million.

Maserati's fastest most powerful and the lightest car

Maserati always hits the nail, but this one is even more special version. Introduced at Paris Motor Show in October 2010, Maserati's all time fastest, most powerful and the lightest car Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale. Specs: 4.7 l V8, 510 Nm, 1770 kg, race-mode, carbon ceramic breaks, 0-100 km/h in 4.6 s, max speed 300 km/h, two-seater. Price not announced, more information November 20th.

For cosmopolitan nights - Mercedes Benz SL Night Edition

Perfect for cosmopolitan night drives through city tunnels and on wide city roads among skyscrapers - Mercedes Benz SL Night Edition. All black and even the headlamps have black surrounds. This Limited Edition is available on SL350 and SL500 and prices start at £61.100. Very cool - even for convertible!

Italians just have it - elegant street wear style and practicality

Vespa's Limited Edition of GTV Via Montenapoleone represents Vespa's status as a fashion icon. Via Montenapoleone is Milan's high end fashion street and anyone could park this cool Vespa in front of the luxury shops when going shopping..only carabinieri might not like it.

World's Fastest and most Powerful sedan - still elegant luxury car

BRABUS has done wonderful job again! This BRABUS SV12 R Biturbo 800 luxury car is the World's fastest and most powerful sedan. In addition, it is elegant and luxurious. Well, it is based on MB, so of course it is elegant! The specs: 788 bhp, 588 kW, 1.420 Nm, 0 -100 km/h 3.9 s, 100-200 km/h 10.3 s, based on Mercedes Benz S600, electronically limited max speed 350 km/h, four-seater, custom-tailored 21'' wheels, “iBusiness” multimedia system with Apple components. Price not yet announced.

Equus - Asian Luxury for American market

Koreans are redefining the luxury car market with Huyndai's Equus luxury car. The price is dramatically lower than its luxury car competitors in the US market; $58.000 - $64.000. First car out in December.

MB SLS AMG - Wow!

Mercedes Benz's SLS AMG really is awesome, but who can reach to shut the doors..? This one must be for the Nordic market.. There's also GT3 version of the SLS. That should make a nice drive.
Specs: V8, 650 Nm, 7-gear sports transmission, 1.935 kg, max speed 317 km/h, 3.8 s 0-100 km/h. Price around £ 160.000.

J-Class Lionheart - cruising and racing with style

If one likes not only luxurious cruising, but also tough racing, this elegant J-Class Lionheart is the right choice. Seen at the Monaco Yacht Show 2010 after its launch this summer at Dutch shipyard Claasen Jachtbouw BV designed by Hoek Design Architects BV. The yacht is 43.40 m, made of aluminium and alustar and with engine of Volvo DH9-MH, 313kW.The price is impressive €14.900.000 and for racing version €15.900.000. 

Monegasque Venturi introducing America

America represents new milestone for Venturi from Monaco; it has not only launched the new electric "Buggy" model, but also operations in Ohio, US. Electric supercar America's specs are: 300 hp, 380 Nm, 1350 kg, max speed 180 km/h and bodywork of carbon fiber. Price has not been released, however rumored to be around Fetish's $ 560,000.

Tuk Tuks in Europe!

Wow, globalization really is here - TukTuks are in Europe! Dutch TukTuk Factory introduced electric Tuk Tuks for the European market. This TukTuk has also option of solar roof. The specs: max speed 35 km/h, power 6 kW, "fuel" efficiency 0.25 kW/km, 75 Nm, weight 900 kg. Price is expected at €11,000 - €14,000 and driving these TukTuks will require a Class B driver’s license.

Atom V8 - Alien is back!

Well if speed and only speed is the criteria, this American built UK based company Ariel's Atom V8 limited customized edition (25) is top of the pops. The chassis is visible, there are no doors, no roof and definetely no extra comfort features. The speed can make the driver look like an alien as seen on Jeremy's drive on Topgear. Atom V8's specs are impressive 3 L V8, 500 bhp, race car acceleration fastest seen on production car. Basic Atom 3's base price is $ 50,000 and this limited superversion is rumored to be at $ 160,000.

Ferrari SA APERTA debuting in Paris October 2010

Ferrari SA APERTA is stricly limited edition of 80 presold cars based on 599 with opentop- softroof used only in emergency if the weather gets too rough. This supercar's specs are fantastic 65 V12, 620 Nm, 0-100 km in 3.6 sec, top speed 325 km/h.

Navionics Marine HD on iPad or iPhone - cheaper and practical charts

Navionics Marine charts can be downloaded on iTunes for iPad or iPhone at a low price (iPad around 25 EUR, iPhone 10 EUR) whereas normally the charts may cost up to 265 EUR. Price is one factor and another one is iPad's or iPhone's mobile application and practical use for checking the weather, internet, listening to music etc.

E10 the new 95 petrol - confusing not only for cars but also for vessels

E10 petrol is the new 95 with up to 10% v/v ethanol. The good news is that it is more environmentally friendly, the bad news is that not all cars are compatible. This is not only confusing for car drivers, but also users of vessels, motorsaws, snowmobiles, motorcycles and lawnmowers. E10 compatibility should be addressed to the dealer or importer. At least users of Fiat, Ford Mondeo, Lada, Lancia, Lexus, Mercedez AMG models, Opel 2003-2007, Toyota Avensis, Volkswagen should check carefully if their car is compatible with E10.
More info for example at:
http://www.fcai.com.au/environment/can-my-vehicle-operate-on-ethanol-blend-petrol-
http://p4_e10.s3.amazonaws.com/files/105/Compatibility_of_E10_Petrol_with_Various_Passengers_Vehicles_05_10_2010.pdf

90m M/Y Nero - gentleman's superboat with true old school elegance

90 m (295 ft) M/Y Nero's Corsair and HDMY Dannebrog type of elegance is not only an outside feature..she has luxurious interior design, large pool, sun deck jacuzzi, gym, five tenders, five jetskis, 9.1 surround sound system..and Nelson cat living onboard! Taking into consideration its size, Nero's consumption is quite reasonable burning 380 l/h at her cruise speed of 12.5 kt.

Year:                  2008
Builder:              Corsair Yachts, Yantai China
Naval architect:   IMT Marine
Max speed:         17 kt
Accommodation:  12 guests + 20 Crew
Price:                 On sale, rumored at EUR 75,000,000

Aston Martin Cygnet is re-defining the supercar industry

Who knew.. Aston Martin goes city with its Toyota IQ based Cygnet! The production is confirmed to commence in 2011 in Gaydon, UK. Cygnet is available for all clients, not only the existing Aston Martin clientele as previously rumored. The designer Marek Reichman created Aston style onto the tiny IQ and tailored features are the key to the Aston experience. The price is not announced, but rumored at £ 30,000 + tailored features.

J Craft - Elegance back to the French Riviera

This elegant Swedish built J Craft Torpedo superyacht is brilliant work of art and bringing the old elegance back to the French Riviera. J Craft's Torpedo introduced at Monaco Yacht Show Sept 2010 caught a lot of attention cruising around the port among the heavy traditional yachts. The pattern used in the interior and every small detail of the yacht emphasize J Craft's attention to detail and true craftsmanship.

Lenght:               12.63 m (41.43 ft)
Cruise speed:      35 knots
Builder:               J Craft Boats/CMI Composites
Naval architect:   Södergren Yacht Design
Main engines:      2 x Volvo Penta IPS500
Accommodation:  Sleeps 4 + 1 crew
Price:                 approx. EUR 750,000

HTT Pléthore - Canadian supercar at Top Marques Monaco 2010

This ultimate Supercar from Quebec Canada was definetely the star of Top Marques Monaco 2010, where it made its European Premiere. HTT Pléthore LC-750 has a full carbon fibre frame & body together with its supecharged 6.2L V8 750 hp, 888 Nm weighing 1,134 kg make a nice package, however the 3-seat (driver's seat in the middle) and the inside materials used in the prototype are a disaster for comfort. First car out from the manufacturer expected in November 2010.

PlanetSolar - World's largest solar energy boat started a round-the-globe expedition from Monaco

TÛRANOR PlanetSolar is a catamaran running solely on solar energy and pioneer for sustainable energy technology on water. The vessel's space age looks attracted attention at the Monaco Yacht Show, where it started its round-the-globe expedition. PlanetSolar's location can be followed at http://www.planetsolar.org/index.en.php.

 

Owner:          German solar energy entrepreneur Immo Ströher

Shipyard:       Knierim Yacht Club, Kiel Germany

Flag:              Swiss

Length:          31 m

Width:           15 m

Solar panels:  537 m²

Av. speed:     7.5 kt
Max speed:   14 kt
Crew:            6 people