In a world where the Hellcat Challenger is making 707hp 435hp seems down right pedestrian. However back here in reality 435 hp is pretty damn good. The 5.0L Coyote engine that Ford developed for the Mustang is certainly no slouch. Now we find out it will also put down 400lb-ft of torque. I gotta think …
Category Archive: New Car and Industry News
Jul 16
707 HP Dodge Challenger Hellcat priced at $59,900
In what can be called the shock of the century we learn today that the 707hp Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat will get a price of $59,900. Call me stunned. I thought for sure this was a $75,000 car. So let’s call it a $60,000 dollar car and discuss what you can buy for $60,000 that …
Jul 15
The new Mercedes Benz S65 AMG Coupe: where luxury and impracticality meet
I’m obviously a fan of the AMG line of Mercedes. Big engines, huge sound, and warp speed. Now of course they are stupid expensive. That’s kind of the downside to the whole thing. None more expensive, more luxurious, and more awesome then the S65 AMG. Now comes the S65 AMG Coupe, because you need a …
Jul 11
Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat 11.2 second quarter mile, with video
I was weeding through my inbox of press releases this morning trying to find something fun or interesting to post for Friday. There was some crap about a Hyundai, and I guess GM is recalling the recall on their ignition switches and then I saw something from Dodge/SRT. Something interesting indeed. We knew with 707hp …
Jul 10
Shelby American to auction #1 Shelby GT at Reno
In a world where cars are given special editions and special serial numbers just to be special no one leads the world in hype like Barrett Jackson. Over the years they’ve auctioned off number 1 Vettes, Camaros, Mustangs, and even some crap from Brett Michaels. All in the name of special. I get it, in …