The World’s Most Exclusive Motorcycle: NCR M16 MotoGP Sportbike

Italy-based motorcycle tuner NCR has announced that it will be offering an ultra-exclusive sportbike named the Millona 16 or M16 for short, a bike that takes one of the most expensive roadbikes ever built, throws almost all of it in the bin and replaces it with the most exotic materials on the planet.

custom-built Buggy racing monster

Some of the wacky wheels go unnoticed; some remain in memory for quite some time, while some of them forever. The one pictured above comes in the last category. Created by Marek Denko, a great fan of Mad Max Trilogy and particularly likes those fallout vehicles in the movie, this heavy buggy is built in four months.

2011 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport

Sun-sopped Andalusia, home to Picasso and the flamenco, is a solitary landscape of rolling cordovan-hued hills stitched by vineyards and olive orchards and best explored on the back of a donkey. At 204 mph, Andalusia sprays at you in a brown and green smear.

Swarovski studded Mercedes Benz Keys

To all the auto enthusiasts who love to add bling factor to their autos, Mercedes precisely, have a bright chance to own one of the Swarovski encrusted Mercedes keys. Idea to add a little bling factor came from the company’s Business Innovation Community and in order to create 800 sets of Swarovski encrusted Mercedes keys, Daimler and Swarovski have entered a partnership. Each of the Swarovski studded Mercedes keys features 200 fine elements which surround the carmaker’s trademark star.

Airbus A380: A high tech luxury house

The mark of opulence in the air – Airbus A380 super-jumbo operated by Emirates finally landed on the Manchester Airport, UK. Heralding a new paradigm for luxury aviation, A380 super-jumbo is a sheer luxury bonanza with champagne bar on the upper level to rid those boring long haul hours, first class capsules brim with gizmos, and the fine dining and silver service.

Peugeot Shine concept car

If you think of a vehicle good enough to carry Peugeot’s 2000 year long legacy forward, here it is. Conceptualized by the Polish designer, Piotr Czyzewski this car has been designed as a perfect vehicle to reflect brand’s essence and seems worth commercialization every bit. Dubbed the Peugeot Shine concept, the glamorous vehicle is a four seat coupe with its doors opening in opposing elytra, thus revealing the appealing interiors. The black beauty with all its doors open seems no less than a hawk on the road. Hit the jump to check out the images.

Lotus unveils Esprit concept, the ultimate Lotus

Lotus grabbed the opportunity at Paris Motor show and comes out as a champion. Well, yes. Five cars all of a sudden, empowering the lurking beast roar yet again. The second one unveiled at the Paris Show was Esprit sports car which is described as the ultimate Lotus. The vehicle has the same 5.0 liter V8 engine as in Elite hybrid concept good enough for 620hp and 720 NM of torque. Engine is mated to 7 Speed DCT transmission that sends power to the rear wheels.

most luxurious carbon fiber creations

 Carbon fiber products seem to be getting all the attention these days. Though the major carbon fiber application is being touted to be auto accessories, we have seen its use in a wide range of products. Carbon fiber is being used more than often these days in the creation of luxurious and designer gadgets. It is turning out to be the USP for most of the products. Here is a treat for all the carbon fiber fanatics. Check out our picks for the top 20 luxurious carbon fiber creations after the jump…

Squalus concept car fits in four electric and a hybrid engine

Electric and compact cars are definitely what we need to protect our environment as well as fit well in the cramped city space in future. Though we have many of them available in concrete or concept form, yet there remains a scope of improvement. However, a concept from Arturo Arino is peculiar in its own way. Hailed as the Squalus, the concept features four electric engines located in each wheel. What’s more enticing is the fact that electric engines charge themselves by the energy that provides the spinning of the wheels. The concept has been designed while keeping every aspect in mind and it features a hydrogen engine to keep you going when the electric juice ends.

Big Mono Naked SD bike is a real mad hound

Paolo De Giusti, an Italian designer, has already impressed us with his Egochine B Concept and SE Naked Big Battery bike concept, but here is another bike that will mesmerize you like never before. Dubbed the Big Mono Naked SD, this bike is inspired by the old Guzzi motorcycles of 1950s era. This bike is unique for it features a big Mono 900 Turbo Diesel engine, 30 liter giant fuel tank that allows it to run throughout the night, and hydraulic gear and transmission to make your journey more comfortable while adding more to your exalted feel.

Desert Aerospace modifies TST-14J

Pulling traditional Sailplane to an altitude before taking glide is a thing of past. Now a bunch of creative minds have given boost to self-launching gliders by adding retractable jet engine which is located right behind the cockpit. The initiative was taken by Desert Aerospace, a small New Mexico company, which aims to build an alternative to the expensive self-launching German gliders by combining a high-performance glider and a small jet engine, designed for use in unmanned aerial vehicles.

Crazy Hello Kitty obsessed vehicles

 It’s amazing to see how this cute pink kitty can drive its fanbois so mad about her. There seems no limit to the unbelievable Hello Kitty-inspired stuff, from Hello Kitty contact lenses to entire Hello Kitty mansions, the Japanese doll is a big rage. But… Hello Kitty vehicles? Isn’t that totally insane, but nonetheless, it exists. Check out the pictures below, may be the effect adds you too to the Princess Kitty fans’ list.

Audi A7 Sportback set for a Munich release on July 26

After much talk and teasers about the Audi A7 Sportback, finally the brand announced that it will officially reveal the car on July 26, 2010 at the Pinakothek der Moderne München. The technical details of the vehicle are not revealed by the brand, but still we know that A7 Sportback is the production version of the 2009 Sportback Concept, unveiled at the 2009 Detroit International Auto Show. The five door A7 hatchback model with the rakish roofline will be positioned above Audi A6 but below A8 in a similar way as A5 Sportback slots between Audi A4 and A6. With sporty and aggressive design, the Audi A7 will come with V6 and V8 engines for gasoline and diesel engines. It will be in competition with the Mercedes CLS, Porshe Panamera and Lamborghini Estoque. The car will make its public debut at the Paris Motor Show in the last week of September, 2010.

Ferrari 599 GTO’s new pics released

The much talked about and fastest road going Ferrari 599 GTO has a lot been discussed earlier but now there is every reason for the talks to start again as the brand has revealed the official new images of the 599 GTO – a front-engined six liter V12 with 670hp and 620 NM of torque. The sprint from 0-60mph is achieved in just 3.3 seconds with a top speed at 210mph. This model is limited to 500 editions only and will cost half a million dollars. Hit the jump to checkout new images of stunning Ferrari 599 GTO.

AVX design releases mockups of a Flying Car for DARPA

In response to DARPA’s broad agency announcement asking for a flying car – a vertical takeoff and landing-capable vehicle that can deal with off road conditions as well as take to the skies, AVX Aircraft has come up with a proposal while releasing some mockups of a duel rotor and ducted fan driven aircraft. This four seater flying car concept, as per AVX Aircraft, will be capable to carry 1,040-lb at 80mph over the ground and 140mph on land.

Awesome Vehicles Made From Carbon Fiber

With the advent of motor sports, carbon fiber has become an important part of the modern sports cars, which makes them lightweight as well as robust to resist the bumps during competitive racing events. However, modern auto designers are using carbon fiber profusely in their contemporary as well as futuristic autos, making vehicles slim, swift and sturdy while ensuring fuel efficiency. Have a look at some of the sturdiest vehicles made in carbon fiber. 

Mercedes Benz G-Wagon LAPV 6.X - armored vehicle category

Setting a new milestone in the armored patrol vehicle category, Mercedes Benz recently unveiled its updated G-Wagon LAPV 6.X at the EUROSATORY 2010 event in Paris.

The off roader can carry larger and heavier payload while at the same time offering better protection and agility. Powered by a high torque rail diesel engine, the vehicle is capable of providing a top speed of 150km/h while being able to transport 1.3 tonnes of cargo with its impressive payload. The trucks’ impressive armor plate design lets repair teams quickly remove and replace damaged pieces, which is extremely useful in the eventuality of for example a land mine blast, when the armor plate can be added at the LAPV’s floor.

According to the manufacturer, the monocoque full steel body provides ballistic protection and sits upon a compact 2850mm wheelbase. Other impressive features include variable air shock absorbers and hydraulic brakes to make rough terrain easier to navigate.

Ferrari GTO. Project Sasha Selipanova

Sasha Selipanov - was born in Tbilisi , from 9 to 17 years , lived in Moscow , after leaving school went to study automotive design at Art Center College of Design in the USA. Below is shown Renderers Ferrari GTO - design project , executed by Sasha Selipanovym . As he tells Sasha about his project - a project conceived as a real car for absolutely real of our time ! No futurism. The original task was to make the car look that will be in harmony with its substance . "

2010 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Awarded ‘Best Luxury Car

The Royal Automobile Club in Pall Mall held a luxurious ceremony and crowned their annual Best Luxury Car award.

The winner of the award for the Best Luxury Car is the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.

This is the second consecutive time that the Mercedes-Benz S-Class has been named the Best Luxury Car award.

Although it can be disputed by some, but the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the best sedan money can buy in the luxury market.