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Lamborghini has a history of making extravagant supercars, and the Lamborghini Diablo supercar continued that tradition, with extravagant looks, and a large powerful V-12 engine. The last Diablos were built in 2000, and could exceed 200 mph. Acceleration was sensational 0-60 mph in just 3.9 seconds. Not many supercars can beat those figures even today. Twin air intakes now the Lamborghini hallmark In fact, the last Diablos were not quite as wild looking as early Lambo supercars, and started the bluff twin air-intake nose which is now characteristic of the Lamborghini marque. Unlike the early models, the headlamps were flush fitting instead of popping up. The car was very wide, with sleek lines broken up by a pair of rear air intakes on each side one low down and another built into the coach roof. The interior was simple, with an upward sloping tunnel, and the gear lever offset slightly toward the driver. It’s the sort of car in which you really feel held in, but can see exactly what yo...

Holden Commodore SSV hot sedan This car is a different animal in different countries: The Holden Commodore SSV in its native Australia, where it is almost the hottest Holden you can buy; the Pontiac G8 GT in North America, and the Vauxhall VXR-8 in the UK - actually the Brits get a more sporty spec with an extra 50 bhp, but the cars are similar. I'll call it the Commodore SSV in this test, as that's the original. Basically, this is a good looking car, with well-balanced lines, and a semi-fastback line which gives good rear headroon thanks to the high waist-line. At first, though, the Holden Commodore SSV is a bit of a shocker. Metallic orange paint, and you slide into an orange trimmed seat, and there in front of you are an orange speedo and rev-counter, and orange panels in the fascia. Hmmm. Looking around, I was impressed by the quality of the finish and layout - far superior to the interior of the Monaro, which looked cheap inside. Start the engine, and there is just a friss...

Diesel cars are known for their massive amounts of torque and extreme ruggedness. Not only is a diesel truck capable of hauling massive loads, it is also able to churn through rough terrains with ease. Although diesel cars are remarkable machines, they still have room for improvement. Here are some of the top upgrades that are available for a diesel truck. Cold Air Intake The restrictive nature of a diesel truck’s stock air intake system severely limits the power output of the engine. Although the stock intake system is very quiet, the silence often comes at the expense of horsepower and torque. On the other hand, a cold air intake enables the engine to realize its true performance potential. The installation of a cold air intake will allow the engine to consume massive amounts of air, which ultimately leads to a huge increase in overall power. Suspension System For diesel truck owners that routinely travel off-road, upgrading the suspension system is an absolute necessity. Whether the...

The image that comes to mind when talking about the Daihatsu Ayla is definitely not far from the LCGC Low Cost Green Car. Economical, small and a mainstay of urbanites. What happens if someone is prankster at the Daihatsu research and development center and says, "We're giving a turbo, let's go!" Apparently, that's what happened. Remarkably, it is not just talk, but it is manifested in a business totality that deserves thumbs up. Taking the base Daihatsu Ayla 1.2 R with manual transmission, Astra Daihatsu Motor, produced Ayla Turbo with 200 PS power, 242 Nm of torque. It was first introduced at GIIAS. The question at that time was whether this car could work? Astra Daihatsu Motor (ADM) then invited us to their research center. To prove that the Ayla Turbo is not just a show car. BUILD A NEW CAR Quite amazed, because this is like building a new car. Not just a modification of the papas cylinder head, then install a noisy exhaust. To reach 200 PS, Daihatsu engineers...