Hennessey from the United States is one of the most skilled when it comes to muscle cars customizations. Also arriving at the 2018 SEMA Show, the company astonished every one with a custom-build Ford VelociRaptor, which is a top predator amongst American utes.

As for price tag, this impressive build costs at least 147,950 pounds. However, only 100 cars will be built year, including the Ford Raptor F150 by Hennessey. Each one will get a 3 year or a 36,000 mile warranty.

Already imposing and quite scary, with plenty of power under the hood and designed to take on the most difficult terrains, the Ford VelociRaptor in the MY2019 has received a monster power under the hood and a couple of new mechanical enhancements.

Visually, the new monster ute has been fitted with Hennessey`s in-house built VelociRaptor front and rear bumpers, adding as well LED front lights for better viewing during foggy nights and Stage 2 off-road suspension with six-inch lift to cope with heavy lifting. The wheels measure 20 inches and come wrapped in huge 37-inch BF Goodrich KM03 off-road tires.

As for the power upgrade under the hood, the technicians from Hennessey have fitted the massive 5.0-liter V8 engine with some new mechanics, like brand-new supercharger, raising the power from 450 horsepower to an impressive 758 horsepower.

As for performance number, even if this is a beast on wheels, it still manages to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in a mind-blowing 4.1 seconds, while the 200 km/h range is done in 12.2 seconds. You can find out more details in the media gallery below.

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So yes, we might say that the show is entirely dedicated to tuning firms or hardcore divisions from different car manufacturers, wanting to display their most outrageous and most impressive rides. We have seen plenty of aftermarket shops playing around muscle cars or sports cars from Europe as well.

From the United States, StreetFighter LA tuning company was also present at the 2018 SEMA show, displaying at Toyo stand a classic Porsche heavily modified under the hood, and which develops no less than 700 horsepower.

Well, nothing ordinary until here, except the fact that this 1977 Porsche 911 Coupe is packing a fully-electric motor taken from Tesla Motors. Now, the real question: why in the hell would you wrap a Porsche with an electric motor? It might be just for show off or just for the sake of playing around with such extravagant customizations.

The electric motor comes with its full original mechanical parts, enabling no less than 700 horsepower at the crank and 563 horsepower at the wheels, which is amazing. And all was achieved without any modifications to the exterior.

Even so, on the outside, this 1977 Porsche Coupe looks extremely unusual with the new aftermarket bits fitted over the original body, which made this classic quite a delight in Las Vegas.

As we can depict from the media gallery below, we see massive bolt-on fender flares on all corners, along with adjustable suspension or BBW alloy wheels. As for new interior bits, the technicians from StreetFighter LA have also added a roll cage, seats with no headrests and some new materials all around.

StreetFighter LA has also released a media gallery displaying its project at the 2018 SEMA Show, taking place in Las Vegas. Enjoy and don’t forget to tell us if you like what you see!

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Today, following the introduction of the aforementioned model, the Japanese-based carmaker announced the same Nightedition special edition on the new Camry and Highlander, both looking exquisite and more appealing than the stock variants.

Seen in the media gallery below, the 2019 Toyota Camry Nightshade Edition and 2019 Toyota Highlander Nightshade Edition will be releasd in the SE trim at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show later on this month.

Starting with the 2019 Toyota Camry Nightshade Special Edition, the model in question will come with a choice of three exterior colours, like Celestial Silver, Super White and Midnight Black Metallic. Just like the 4Runner Limited Nightshade, the Camry will also feature black accents around the body style – side mirror caps, door handles and window molding, adding as well Toyota badges, black spoiler, shark fin antenna and the gorgeous 18-inch alloy wheels.

On the other hand, the 2019 Toyota Highlander Nightshade Special Edition will receive no less than four exterior colours, such as Salsa Red Pearls, Predawn Gray Mica, Blizzard Pearl and Midnight Black Metallic, all garnished with the same black accents.

This means black door handles, mirror casings, black rear spoiler, headlights and for lamps, shark fin antenna and 19-inch alloy wheels with the same black finish. The same black Toyota emblems are applied.

Each special edition will be offered in limited-run units. From what we know about the 2019 Toyota Highlander Nightshade Special Edition, only 1,500 units will be ever built. Price tags for each model involved will be released prior to their official debut at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show, this month.

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The new Kia will be available locally next year in three trim variants, each one coming with its own visual characteristics. For instance, the entry-level variant is equipped with some new enhancements from the top of the line GT-Line, like black front grille and air intakes, black rear spoiler and side skirts. There are also red features which provide a more aggressive look.

LED headlights come standard; however, the topper variants adding as well 18-inch alloy wheels fully-wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport tires. Inside, the cabin has also received some sporty features, such as flat-bottom steering wheel and alloy pedals, sports seas with red stitching, 4.2-inch digital instrument cluster display, wireless phone charging, or 320-Watt Harman/Kardon sound system.

Mechanically, the new 2020 Kia Forte GT looks much sportier as well with the new suspension setup which increases its handling characteristics, along with bigger brakes and fully-independent front and rear ends with thicker sway bars which also improve cornering.

Under the hood, the brand-new Kia Forte GT has gained a new turbo engine, in the shape of a 2.0-liter naturally-aspirated four-cylinder pot, with 112 kW. However, there is also a much more powerful 1.6-liter turbo, also seen on the Serato of Forte, and which comes with 150 kW and 265 Nm of torque. The latter one is paired to a six-speed manual as standard. However, it also comes with an optional seven-speed dual-clutch and front-wheel drive.

Prices and other information regarding performance figures will be released at a later date, prior to its introduction in the United States.

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The 2019 Peugeot 508 SW wagon looks more premium from a visual perspective, coming with plenty of new highlights that make it more attractive and appealing. Speaking of which, Yann Bonny, director of dynamics at Peugeot, has declared that their aim was to enhance the car`s driving experience.

“So we applied the same technical package – wheelbase, damped engine mount, multi-link rear axle and electronically controlled damping, depending on the model. We then proceeded to make specific adjustments to compensate for the difference in mass breakdown in the SW. The result is the same as for the saloon – a perfect balance between sportiness, comfort and safety,” Yann also said.

Compared with the previous model, the new 508 SW wagon is 6cm lower and looks sleeker with the new low profile theme. The car`s main highlights comprise full LED headlights and vertical LED daytime running lights, frameless doors, flowing lines, all increasing its premium looks.

As for practicality, the new 2019 Peugeot 508 SW wagon comes with a much lowered cargo area load height, making it 2.4cm wider and allowing for a 530L capacity inside. This can be increased to a total of 1,780L with the rear seats folded down.

As for the engine lineup, the model will be equipped with two petrol burners – the PureTech 180 and PureTech 225 – while the diesels will comprise four pots – from the manual BlueHDi 130 to the automatic BlueHDi 160 and 180. All come with Euro 6.d standards.

To make things even more interesting, the carmaker will also be launching a couple of cool trims, including the top of the line GT and GT Line, each one tweaked with more styling tweaks and interior updates.

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Following a series of spy shots, the test mule has been photo shot again, this time almost stripped off its camouflage, which clearly indicates that is performing the final tests before ending up in production. Speaking of which, once it will go official, the new T-Cross will be built in Brazil, at the company`s plant situated in Sao Jose don Pinhais.

Sitting just under the much larger T-Roc, the future T-Cross seems to borrow plenty of characteristics from the former, at least this is what the spy shots reveal. However, it also features some similarities to the concept around its body style.

At the front, the test mule shows a grille with three horizontal slats and which houses rather the same headlights as the Tiguan sibling. More than that, the short front and rear overhangs are extremely prominent, while the rear fascia seems to be borrowed from the concept.

As for powertrains under the hood, we do not have the green light for any official details. However, according to close sources, we should find some borrowings from the same T-Roc. This means a 2.0-liter TSI with 187 horsepower, a 1.5-liter TSI with 147 horsepower, and three diesel burners – 1.6-liter TDI with 113 horsepower, 2.0-liter TDI with 147 horsepower and 187 horsepower, respectively.

Sitting on the Group`s newest MQB platform, the new T-Roc will also be fitted with a six-speed manual transmission and a dual-clutch gear, also gearing up other new models within the company`s lineup.

We should expect a media gallery and full details of the upcoming VW T-Roc prior to the SUV`s debut at the 2018 Paris Motor Show. Meanwhile, enjoy the spy photos with the model while performing at its highest in the European mountains. Thanks carscoops magazine for sharing!

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As we can depict from the videos presented below, the 2019 Nissan Altima benefits from the company`s new V-motion design philosophy, with the V-shaped grille and new headlights. The overall design lines have now evolved and visibly separate the new model from the previews one.

With the new 2019 Altima, Nissan wants to “shake up the midsize segment in terms of design, driving enjoyment and technologies that are advanced and affordable,” as Denis Le Vot, Senior Vice President, recently declared in New York.

The new Altima`s interior has also been redesigned, offering a suite of technologies. The main highlight is the company`s latest ‘gliding wing’ instrument panel with new seats with added bolstering, as well as NissanConnect SM with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, eight-speed multi-touch colour display and three-spoke steering wheel.

There is also the safety package, which boasts the latest features – Rear Automatic Braking, Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Rear Automatic Braking, Lane Departure Warning, radar-based Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and High Beam Assist. The company`s new semi-autonomous ProPILOT Assist System brings forward advanced driving conditions.

Available in no less than five trim levels – Altima S, SV, SL, SR and Altima Platinum – the all-new 2019 Altima is equipped with three engines. There is a standard 3.5-liter engine with all-wheel drive available on all variants, adding as well a 2.0-liter and a 2.5-liter on the higher trim levels SR and Platinum.

The 2.0-liter engine replaces the previous 3.5-liter V6, and features a variable compression turbo configuration, introduced for the first time by Infiniti.

Full details of the new 2019 Nissan Altima are provided in the two official videos released below by the Japanese carmaker.

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The brand-new Bentley Bentayga Hybrid is the perfect mixture between technology at its finest, luxury without limitations and economy at the lowest rates possible.

Besides the same good looks at the exterior as the standard Bentayga, the Hybrid model puts emphasis on technology and luxury.

First off, the Bentayga Hybrid features a highly-intelligent navigation system which incorporates a plethora of safety features. We are looking here at Traffic Sign Recognition, Park Assist, Rear Crossing Traffic Warning, Adaptive Cruise Control and Electronic Night Vision, all ensuring a much safer driving on all weather conditions.

The 2019 Bentley Bentayga Hybrid SUV is equipped as well with an eight-inch infotainment system with Connected Car ‘MyBentley3’ services, comprising Remote Battery Charging, Vehicle Status Report or Remote Heating and Cooling.

Second, the new Hybrid SUV features a massive V6 engine paired to a high-performance electric motor. Performance figures have not yet been released, however, we do have knowledge of the car`s CO2 emissions.

On paper, specialists from Bentley state that the 2019 Bentley Bentayga Hybrid burns out just 75g/km of CO2, providing as well a total of 31 miles of electric range.

Bentley has also released two official video with the new hybrid. The first one highlights its gorgeous design language, while the second describes the SUV`s Intelligent Satellite Navigation.

Prices and full specifications will be released at a later date. Meanwhile, take your time and enjoy the videos and the media gallery with the exceptional 2019 Bentley Bentayga Hybrid!

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The show also displays the latest technologies that carmakers bring forward. Volkswagen`s main subsidiary Skoda, is also present at the event with one of the most outstanding concepts, which is no other than the 2018 Vision X, kicking off with an advanced design language and high-tech gadgetries.

Skoda CEO Bernhard Maier, has also explained the concept`s new design and advanced characteristics:

“Emotive design, modern drive technology and full-connectivity: with the SKODA Vision X concept study we are presenting our vision of a modern urban crossover. The exterior design provides a concrete view of the third member of the successful SUV family. With the model with will attract even more customers to the SKODA brand going forward.”

From a visual standpoint, the 2018 Skoda Vision X comes with sharp, sculpted and slim lines, attributes that make it the perfect modern crossover, built for family purpose and outdoor activities.

The new 2018 Vision X from Skoda is also extremely powerful, featuring off-road capabilities. It comes with a 1.5-liter G-TEC combustion engine with four-cylinder and turbocharger. It also uses the CNG (compressed natural gas) and al electric motor.

The CNG sends 130 PS and 200 Nm of torque to the front axle, while the electric motor adds another 70 Nm of torque to the rear axle. Also, the all-wheel drive system allows CO2 emissions under 100 g/km.

Inside, the futuristic feel is enhanced by high-end materials and accents on the steering wheel, doors, pillars and dashboard. There is also a tablet-like infotainment system, a digital instrument cluster and two-spoke steering wheel.

The 2018 Skoda Vision X is expected to arrive on the market in spring 2019, with prices to be announced later on this year. Stay tuned!

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Following previous spy photos with the model undergoing tests near the Ring, in Germany, the South Korean based company has now released the first image with the car`s shape, which indicates that the future Santa Fe will sport an evolutionary design with advanced characteristics.

We are dealing here with the fourth-generation Santa Fe that will arrive at this year`s Geneva Motor Show with new design lines borrowed from the Tucson or the US-bound Kona model. Besides the headlights borrowed from the Kona, it looks like the new Santa Fe will also come with daytime running lights with LED strip across the top, while the main headlight beam will be located lower down.

Moving to the back, the all-new 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe will also adopt a sportier look thanks to the new wheels arches, also seen on the Californian-based Kona model. It gives the new Santa Fe a tougher look, while the new taillights wrapped around the sides with big seamless glass area for the windows, also provide an off-road attitude.

As for technological enhancements, the new 2019 Santa Fe will also be state-of-the-art with a new range of safety gizmos, such as the company`s new Smart Sense systems with autonomous emergency braking, “Rear Occupant Aler” monitor or rear cross-traffic alert.

As for engine lineup under the hood, according to new reports, the upcoming 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe is likely to carry over some of the top mills from the Tucson or Sonata. We might be looking here with the new 1.6-liter turbocharged petrol flat-four with 130 kW from the Tucson, or the 2.0-liter turbo diesel from with 180 kW from Sonata. The new model will also keep the existence 2.2-liter turbo-diesel, but perhaps it might receive a power input.

More details will emerge in the following period. Meanwhile, stay tuned!

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