2012 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG R-LINE WITH PHOTO

Volkswagen today unveiled the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg R-Line, which will be sold initially in the German market. The 2012 Volkswagen Touareg R-Line includes interior and exterior updates, however, no performance modifications have been announced. To the outside of the truck, the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg R-Line program offers new rear bumper with integrated diffuser and matte oval tailpipes of new side skirts and a front spoiler new R-Design.

The 2012 Volkswagen Touareg R-Line is the new alloy wheels 20 "VW said it gave a sport chassis.

For the interior, featuring the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg R-Line range of threshold stainless steel plates

and pedals, a leather multifunction steering wheel, shift knob and aluminum and leather. The program also provides new front sport seats with electric 12-position and the combination of two-tone leather.

2012 Volkswagen Touareg R-Line is on sale for all engine options except the V6 hybrid IST.

The VW Touareg 2012 price list R-Line: V8 TDI of 1,840, - € (V6 2,200, - €), the "R-Line in 2935 to eight cylinders, - € (V6 3670, - €) Line A "plus" in the V8 TDI 3540, - € (V6 8330, - €).

UNVEILED 2011 MERCEDES F1 PETRONAS

Unveiled 2011 Mercedes F1 Petronas

Unveiled 2011 Mercedes F1 Photo

It's great to see Lotus to live and live! They have a lot of impressive works spotscars, and not against one, but two teams in F1, and in some way. This is a major car company Lotus Norfolk called T128 and his rival for the 2011 Formula 1 season in a unique livery. Not many details are in hand, but only to be powered by a Renault engine and a rear part of Red Bull.

Although he did not win anything, we are still happy that they are on board. And their fabulous car!

First Aston Martin One-77 New Picture

First Aston Martin One-77 New Picture

The official, ladies and gentlemen: Aston Martin has found a million dollars League ultra-hyper-super with the new One-77.

Now we know what you think of the One-77 has been released some time ago. But it is only now that the first example it left the factory, and gave his first lucky (and apparently very wealthy) customers. The delivery was less prominent place in Monaco, opposite the iconic Hotel de Paris in Monte Carlo.

The One-77 has a stratospheric € 1.34 million (~ $ 1.8 million) price, but only if coupled to the first - if you were one of seventeen to move to their final customers order, the price would rise to £ 150,000 (~ $ 240k) for a final sticker of $ 2.04 billion, the first of 77 examples already given, the production cycle is set to conclude at the end of the year.the aston

Citroen C3 launches Sonora

In an attempt to boost sales of the C3 hatchback, the French Citroen has launched a special version of the model. This is the C3 Sonora, special series result of a partnership between the manufacturer and online retailer of music on the Internet Sonora.

The special model comes equipped with a Pioneer sound, auxiliary input, USB, Bluetooth and MP3 connection. In addition, the driver has the ability to download 250 songs a month on the site at no cost Sonora. Citroën has not disclosed the price for the special issue.

To drive his motorcycle by his daughter 4 years indian girl

The immediate reaction to video of a young Indian girl riding a motorcycle without a helmet shock and horror when it can not be denied is the four-year-old with sunglasses looks cool. The father is bad, but the daughter's bad.

Source:jalopnik

BMW 1-Series GTR racer by Senkyr Motorsport

This BMW 1 series Coupe GTR by Czech racing team Senkyr Motorsport is based on the E82 1-Series.

There's a reason it looks so much like an M3 GTR - the 1-Series coupe chassis was used to create a car similar to the Senkyr Motorsport's own E92 M3 GTR (see last 3 photos) by adapting it for the wide body kit featured here.

Powering the 1-Series Coupe GTR is a twin-turbo 3.0 liter inline 6-cylinder engine with a Senkyr intercooler. Total output is 300 kW (408 PS / 402 bhp) at 7200 rpm. Transmission is a 6-speed sequential Holinger RDS6 gearbox.

The racer features a KW Competition 3-way coilover suspension and KW springs.

Wheels are supplied by BBS Motorsport in 10 x 18-inch front and 12 x 18-inch rear wrapped in 270/650/R18 and 300/650/R18 tires, respectively.

Mercedes CLK 63 Black Series by RENNtech

U.S. tuner RENNtech has a new carbon-fiber aerodynamic kit for the Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 Black Series.

The body kit includes a front splitter, carbon air box, front brake air ducts, a rear diffuser and a DTM rear wing. That carbon air box features a vacuum chamber that adds up to 10 hp to the CLK Black Series total output.

But those 10 extra horses don't come cheap. The air box is priced at $2795 while the front splitter and rear diffuser cost $2450 and $3250, respectively. The DTM wing comes it at $3350.

All carbon components are available in either a matte or gloss finish.

RENNtech is also offering a suspension upgrade too with front ($1250) and rear ($945) adjustable camber bushings for improved handling and braking.

2012 Ford Focus First Riding

2012 Ford Focus First Riding

And should not be surprised by the notion of a compact car with Grand Touring features and amazing fuel economy. The new creations like the Hyundai Elantra and the Chevrolet Cruze made in the compact car segment of the most hotly contested in the market, putting pressure on the strings of combatants as long as the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla in the process. But while the Cruze and Elantra proved that great content can come in small packages with lower price tags, there is a growing sense of fun to launch small car may be at risk for travelers who have inherited genes smooth-riding of his brothers.

In a sense it was almost inevitable evolution. Whereas the compact segment once served a cornucopia of attractions that were out of power, but much to market manipulation has shown that more than anything else, the buyers of this land want to be. In an attempt to draw any copper cent, Hyundai and Chevrolet shelved the independent rear suspension in their respective cases for the design much cheaper torsion beam.

G-Power BMW M5 Hurricane GS

G-Power has unveiled the new Hurricane GS, which is the world's fastest LPG-powered vehicle.

Based on the BMW M5 (E60), the GS features an SK II package with an LPG conversion, two ASA superchargers, a water-cooled intercooler, and a remapped ECU. Thanks to these modifications, the 5.0-liter V10 engine produces 660 PS (485 kW / 650 hp) and 650 Nm (479 Nm) of torque. This enables the car to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 4.6 seconds, 0-200 km/h in 11.4 seconds, and onto a top speed of 333 km/h (207 mph).

While G-Power touts the fact that LPG is "50% less expensive per litre than petrol," the package costs a whopping €33,571.43 ($43,400) - excluding installation. Of course, if that hasn't dissuaded you, at least your CO2 emissions will be cut by roughly 15%.

The previous title holder for fastest LPG car was the AC Schnitzer GP3.10 GAS POWERED BMW 3-Series Coupe (E92) which achieved 318.1 km/h (197 mph).

Audi Q7 by MR Car Design

MR Car design has a tuning kit that turns the Audi Q7 4.2 TDI into the 'Floating on a Cloud Q-Seven'.

The German tuner, headed by Marc Reilly, starts with a few touches to the body including new LED daytimers and LED indicator strips.

For an output upgrade, the 4.2 liter TDI diesel engine gets a new K & N air filter and some ECU optimization that dials power up to 374 PS/275 kW (series 326 PS/240 kW) and 870 Nm (642 lb-ft) of torque (series 760 Nm/560 lb-ft). MR Car Design also offers to lift the "tiresome" (as they describe it) Vmax and remove any electronic speed limit.

The Erftstadt-based tuner provides the Q7 with new 22-inch alloy wheels, MRGT22, in 9.5 x 22 dimensions with Icebear (polar bear) W300 tires sized 265/35R22. Electronic suspension lowering is also on offer.

For the cabin, customers can opt to borrow the steering wheel from the current Audi RS6 - a special request option by MR Car Design.

Audi A1 1.4 TSI by Senner Tuning

Senner Tuning has unveiled a new styling and performance package for the Audi A1 1.4 TSI.

To give the car some extra pep, the tuner installed a new air box, a revised ECU, and a stainless steel dual exhaust system. Thanks to these tweaks, the four-cylinder engine produces 115 kW (156 PS / 154 hp) and 250 Nm (184 lb-ft) of torque - an increase of 25 kW (34 PS / 34 hp) and 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).

On the design front, the car boasts a 35mm reduced ride height and 18-inch Corniche Monza wheels with Hankook S1 Evo tires.

The package is priced from €4,590 ($6,125), but owners can opt for additional items including a sport suspension, carbon fiber trim, and LED tail lights.

Panamera Moby Dick by Edo Competition

If there was ever an appropriate name for an over-juiced tuner model it's 'Moby Dick'.

German tuner Edo Competition touts the Panamera Moby Dick as the most powerful Panamera Turbo around, and there is no evidence to doubt that.

The Moby Dick comes in a 750 PS (740 bhp / 552 kW) with the twin-turbo V8 dialed up 50 percent from its standard 500 PS (493 bhp / 368 kW). 0 to 100 km/h acceleration clocks in at under 4 seconds and top speed, depending on tires, can reach 340 km/h (211 mph).

The Ahlen (Westphalia), Germany-based tuner also provides a revised exhaust system with quad stainless steel exhaust pipes and butterfly valves fitted into a carbon rear diffuser. Edo Competition also provides a lowering module and 22-inch wheels.

An aerodynamics package from Mansory is also part of this unique Moby Dick, installed upon customer request.

For the inside, Edo Competition offers a highly-personalized finish with customers choosing their own leather and fabrics and trims in fine wood, lacquer, metal or carbon fiber.

Successful Test For Audi R18 at Sebring

Successful Test For Audi R18 at Sebring

Audi has officially put its new R18 Le Mans race and all nine of its pilot plant to test. The pair closed cockpit Bruisers Audi R15 and the latest generation of TDI spent some time lapping Sebring as part of preparations for the 24 Hours of Le Mans this year. Each frame of pilots managed to get some seat time in three vehicles. Oddly enough, Audi has made it clear that R15 "Plus Plus" campaign in 12 Hours of Sebring this year. Audi generally use the place as a trial run for new hardware, before coming to France.

At this stage it appears that R18 will enjoy his debut race at Le Mans in place. Audi Motorsport Dr Wolfgang Ullrich said the Sebring offers a unique test of any race car mechanics and the hot, dry weather in Florida are more conducive to experimentation than the European sites. Hit the jump for the full wind pressure.

Black Cat Chevrolet Camaro SS by Speed Box

German tuner Speed Box has a new compressor kit and a few other goodies ready for one of the most iconic American muscle cars - the Camaro SS.

That compressor kit for the newly christened 'Black Cat' dials up the power rating on the Camaro SS to 625 PS (460 kW) on the 6.2 liter V8 - up substantially from the series 432 PS (318 kW). The compressor kits is priced at €8,999.

Performance is also boosted care of the BORLA stainless steel exhaust system (€999 without tailpipes). Speed Box also adds H&R coilovers (€1,272) and offers optional H&R stabilizers for €530 for an improved handling on those curvy German 'Landstrassen' (country roads).

The Herten, Germany-based tuner also borrows some 22-inch rims from retailer Schmidt Revolution for the 'Rhino' wheels which feature 265/30-R22 and 295/25-R22 tires, front and back, respectively, wrapped around the 10 x 22" and 11 x 22" rims. Cost for the wheels package is €3,999. Rims are also available in 9 x 20".

It's a performance-oriented package but Speed Box also offers that 'Black Cat' matte body paintwork for the Camaro SS priced at €3,500.

Rolls-Royce Phantom EW by Wald International

The Rolls-Royce Phantom Extend Wheelbase is an exceedingly rare car, but Wald International has just unveiled a new styling package for the luxury behemoth.

Dubbed the Sports Line Black Bison Edition, the package includes a Bentley-esque front bumper, modified side skirts, and an extended rear bumper. Other goodies include front fender vents, LED daytime running lights, and a trunk-mounted spoiler. If that hasn't won you over, the company also offers forged 24-inch Renovatio wheels.

Since there are no engine modifications, power is provided by a 6.75-liter V12 engine with 453 hp (460 PS / 338 kW) and 720 Nm (531 lb-ft) of torque. It enables the car to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 6.1 seconds, before hitting a top speed of 240 km/h (150 mph).

What does your Zodiac sign say about your drive report? With Table

A new sign was recently added and changed the universe as we knew it. This led the U.S. insurance company Allstate, compare claims against the revised data zodiac calendar.

Scorpions were only involved in 1.5 percent of all accidents in 2010. If that's your character, congratulations, you're the best driver on the road!

The new sign, Ophiuchus dressed, even in the study as the second safest drivers. But that does not necessarily mean they are experienced riders. Most astrologers seem to individuals born under this sign, a hint a bit more luck than the others.

At the other end of the spectrum were young women, almost 700 percent more likely to be involved in a car accident as the determined and conscious Scorpios. It seems that between 16 September and 30 October are born shy and tend to look behind the wheel.

Here is a list of star sign is the best and worst car drivers involved in the street on the number of drivers in accidents in 2010 based on:

Halle Berry was spotted parking her Lexus hybrid on the streets of Hollywood

Halle Berry Lookin Hot With Her Lexus RX 400h

Halle Berry was discovered in her Lexus hybrid car park on the streets of Hollywood.

source: celebritycarsblog

F1: GP Lotus Renault announces two new 'third driver' for 2011

Romain Grosjean, Bruno Senna have been designated 'third driver' for the 2011 season despite the recent signing of Fauzy, protected Proton, as reserve driver.

The Franco-Swiss 24-year-old made his F1 debut in summer 2009 after the ouster of Nelson Piquet Jr, but was not selected in the following year when Renault reshuffle. It will also return full time in GP2 this season.

Romain Grosjean ad: "2011 marks my return with a third place at Lotus Renault driver (in F1) and a full season in GP2 Asia and GP2 with DAMS team."

Young added on television channel TF1: "Being a third driver allows me to gain great experience, being in the garage to see the world, and understand what I missed during my first run in F1. Now the idea is to be a race driver in 2012.

Spy Shots: 2013 Hyundai Genesis Facelift

The Hyundai Genesis is a great car. This I know anyone who might have to grab your steering wheel or read the evidence which has been subjected by the press, but as this is true, so is that "enjoys" a little impersonal body. It is dull, dull, unfit even for a company that never stops trying new things with cars like the Sonata, the ix35 or Veloster. So welcome with open arms the latest images of restyling, surprised and without camouflage.via

Volkswagen introduced the R-Line package for the Touareg 2012

Virtually all models of the Volkswagen are among its many options a sport package that enhances the appearance with a strong dynamic touch. Dubbed R-Line, is now also available in the second generation Touareg.

Among the items included in the R-Line package may include:

* specific alloy wheels 20 inch
* exclusive bumpers
* New rear diffuser
* Check exhaust renewed
* Sport Suspension
* Side Skirts
* Rear Spoiler
* R-Line logo

Inside are aluminum pedals and inserts, sport seats, special leather wrapped steering wheel and optional two-tone leather upholstery. Recommended prices in Germany are between 1,840 and € 8,330 depending on the engine and whether the R-Line is easy, or R-Line Plus (with two-tone leather, power seats, etc).

Michael Schumacher presented the new 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK video

The special event celebrating the 125th anniversary of the first car in the world, Mercedes-Benz presented the new SLK. The model was unveiled by Michael Schumacher and Nico Rosberg alongside the designers who created it. The elements of this model include special design inspired by SLS AMG hard-top roof panel and interior glazed electromagnetic SLS also inspired by AMG. The German model is offered in the company of three gasoline engines and drive bi-turbo diesel of 2.1 liters and 205 horsepower.

In the future, Mercedes-Benz will offer a version of SLK's AMG, which will be equipped with a 428 horsepower V8 engine. Until then, it will be a range vâful direct-injection V6 that will deliver 305 hp. Together with a seven-speed automatic transmission model accelerates from 0-100 km / h in 5.6 seconds. Entry-level version is equipped with a 1.8 liter gasoline engine that provides 185 hp. Mid-range petrol model offers 205 horsepower and uses the same 1.8-liter engine. If 185 hp version equipped with a six-speed manual transmission, acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h is achieved in 7 seconds.

Team Lotus unveiled the new car F1 T128 2011 pictures

Formula 1 Team Lotus Renault has published pictures of her new car. T128 car was presented on Monday, January 31, a free online journal team at the official site of Team Lotus.

The new car has kept the continuity of the team names Lotus: instead of the previously planned index TL11 car got the number T128 - last year's model was called the T127. The car is still painted in the traditional green and yellow racing colors of Team Lotus.

The Ferrari 599 GTO by Chris Evans (slightly) damaged by a Mini

The site specialist sports car accident Wrecked Exotics feasted recently damaged copies of Italia Ferrari 458, but has so far no cases of accidents involving the most powerful cars of the Prancing Horse range, the 599 GTO. A copy of the great Italian GT is unfortunately of experiencing a little tricky in the United Kingdom.

Chris Evans is a DJ and radio presenter famous in England and is also a rich automobile enthusiast, he who has among others a real Ferrari 250 GTO. The man had recently purchased a 599 GTO to complete the circle, in a gorgeous gray livery with yellow band (matching the brake calipers).
Vanessa Feltz is a co-worker Chris on Radio 2. Leaving work one evening, she started her Mini and accidentally struck the front bumper of the 599 GTO by Chris reversing. The most surprising is that she acted as if nothing had happened and would quietly went home. Fortunately, the damage seems very light.

F1 - presents 2011 Sauber C30

Exit thus the name Sauber-BMW team dear to Peter Sauber, who today unveils a car to decorate significantly advanced compared to last year. Note that the new C30 will have a KERS system developed by Ferrari engine which is its partner and that the equipment will be operational from the beginning of the season in Bahrain.

The Sauber C30 will perform some demonstration laps on the track today in Valencia, then the real testing will begin tomorrow. Hopefully the car is more reliable than the C29, the victim of numerous mechanical problems in 2010.

Ford takes revenge: F-150 parked in Ferrari 458 crash video

Accident in the United States, Ford F150 pickup truck up the hood of the Italian sports

Not all days are perfect, even for those who own financial situation is good enough to keep a Ferrari 458 Italy in his garage. This is shown by a video posted on YouTube on Saturday (29), in which a Ford F-150 literally climbed on the hood of a unit of Italian sports in Brandon, Florida (USA).

According to examiner.com information, the accident is being investigated to determine the blame for the collision. According to some speculation, Italia 458 involved in the accident has around 800 km on the odometer registered. According to the model owner himself, who gives an interview during the filming amateur, the unit is "young, has two weeks. " Check out the video of the result after the accident below.

Smart fortwo chocolate version - Special Gift for Valentine's Day

Questions on the purchase this Valentine's Day are usually frequent. Staying among flowers, jewelry, clothing and other products that leave the most special day is nothing new. But the surprise is paramount in these hours. Thinking about it, Q-Pot, a Japanese company specializing in chocolates in the shape of jewels, has developed a Smart fortwo made of candy.

To the dissatisfaction of chocoholics, the car is obviously not literally chocolate. The painting of the doors mimics a candy bar, besides being brown whole, including the wheels that are the same color. Inside, the panel that mimics a melted chocolate, increases the similarity with the product. The model was designed by Tadaaki Wakamutsu especially for Valentine's day in Japan

Team Lotus reveals T128

Team Lotus - not to be confused with the Lotus Renault GP Team - has unveiled its 2011 Formula 1 car.

Even if that naming clash is still to be dragged through the courts, thankfully the team has decided not to swap last season’s green and yellow colour scheme for a gold and black one. At least that means spectators will be able to tell the numerous Lotuses apart.



The big changes are under the paintjob, though. Gone are 2010’s Cosworth engines, replaced by motors from Renault which have been combined with gearboxes and hydraulics systems courtesy of Red Bull Technologies.

Together with more aggressive aerodynamics and revised suspension, the Norfolk-based team seems confident that the improved package will be good enough to let drivers Heikki Kovalainen and Jarno Trulli score some points in 2011.



Mike Gascoyne, Chief Technical Officer, said: ‘I think that basically this car looks like a front-running car in every area. We said very clearly that we want to start challenging the established teams and I think that's very achievable.’ Fighting talk indeed.



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2012 Fiat 500 at 38MPG , 30 mpg city

2012 Fiat 500 at 38MPG , 30 mpg city

The EPA has released estimated fuel economy rating of 2012 Fiat 500 sedan and it looks like a compact car near the top of the list as a small hybrid cars, but 40 mpg.

When combined with a 5-speed manual transmission, 2012 Fiat 500 averages 30/38 mpg (city / highway), or 33 total. Replace the 6-speed automatic transmission and a Fiat 500 may be 27/34 and 30 mpg combined.

2012 Fiat 500 is available in three different models including the entry-level Pop $ 15,995 model, the Sport version of the release of $ 17,995 and $ 19,995 of the Lounge. Fiat expects the Fiat 500 Sport is a bestseller.

Recycling:. Hit showrooms in spring 2011, the U.S. version of the Fiat 500 is powered by Fiat 's 1.4L engine, 4 cylinder Multi-tech system offers increased power prices up to 10 percent and reduced fuel consumption and emissions by up to 10 percent compared to competitive engines. for the 500 start at $ 15,500.

831 PS Audi RS6 Avant

As standard, the now discontinued Audi RS6 Avant came with a BMW M5-beating 571 bhp (426 kW / 579 PS) from its 5.0 litre twin-turbo V10 engine.

But now a couple of UK tuners have gotten together to raise that to a massive 819 bhp (611 kW / 831 PS), also increasing torque by over 50% to 977 Nm (720 lb/ft) in the process.



Dorset-based Turbo Dynamics is responsible for fettling the turbochargers, while MRC Tuning of Banbury adds a Stage 3 remap for the ECU, a new fuelling kit, 3” down pipes and revised air intakes.

The result is a 0-60 mph (96 km/h) time of just 3.6 seconds, plus an electronically limited top speed of 217.5 mph (350 km/h).



For anyone tempted to get hold of a used RS6 to convert, there are currently over twenty examples listed on Auto Trader. Prices start at just under £47,000.

Dodge Ram announced a plug-in hybrid version of the 1500

Chrysler Group has presented Washington with a plug-in hybrid version (plug chargeable) of its Ram 1500, this time with a firmer purpose prototypes that preceded it. Do not go on sale, but the 140 units will be built, will serve to develop the hybrid system in Chrysler.

These pickups were developed with a loan of $ 48 million provided by the U.S. authorities, combining a 5.7 V8 HEMI engine of 390 horses with a dual-mode transmission and a rechargeable lithium ion 12 kWh produced by the Canadian Electrovaya. Not much technical information about it (in fact, there is not photos), but we know that despite its huge size can travel 32 km in pure electric mode, and offer fuel economy in combined cycle "of more than 65%" , that no concrete figures is nothing, but it certainly will be felt at the end of the month.

24 Hours of Daytona - BMW Double Ganassi and Riley

The 24 Hours of Daytona 2011, opening round of the Grand Am championship, have delivered their verdict.
This is the Chip Ganassi Racing after a final worthy of the American races, which made a perfect copy by completing the double with both Riley BMW engine. This is the crew of Scott Pruett, Memo Rojas, Joey Hand and Graham Rahal, the No. 1, who crossed the finish line first with just two seconds ahead of the sister car of Scott Dixon Juan Pablo, Dario Franchitti and Jamie McMurray. So much for the DP class. As for French drivers, Nicolas Minassian finished in sixth place and Christophe Bouchut in the eighth.

In GT, Porsche makes a Mazda doubled thanks to the stable TRG, the victory back to the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup by Andy Lally, Wolf Henzler, Spencer Pumpelly, Brendan Gaughan and Steven Bertheau.

Top 10:

1. Hand / Pruett / Rahal / Rojas, Ganassi, R / B, 720 laps
2. Dixon / Franchitti / McMurray / Montoya, Ganassi, R / B + 2.070
3. Barbosa / Borcheller / F 'Paldi / France / Papis, Action Exp. R / P + 2.326
4. Blundell / Brown / Brundle / Patterson, United, R / F, + 3.135
5. Angelelli / Briscoe / Taylor / Taylor, SunTrust, D / C + 1 lap
6. Jonsson / Krohn / Minassian / Zonta Krohn, L / F + 1 lap
7. Allmendinger / McDowell / Wilson, MSR, D / F, + 2 laps
8. Bouchut / Diaz / Tucker / Wilkins, Level 5, R / B + 3 laps
9. Donohue / Frisselle / Law / Rice Action Exp. R / P + 4 laps
10. Goossens / Negri / Pew / Valiante, MSR, R / F + 15 laps

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GIULIETTA HDR

GIULIETTA HDR, originally uploaded by penn84^^.

NASCAR: The Legend Travis Pastrana finished 6th in his debut

Travis Pastrana did not need to rush over 14 cars to finish sixth in his debut in NASCAR, but he probably felt the same degree of excitement.

Pastrana, who leads the team Pastrana-Waltrip Racing Series K & N Western, took 20th place start. He subsequently managed to avoid several incidents to finish his first race in sixth position.

"It was just fantastic," said Pastrana, multiple gold medalist of the famous X-Games. "I had so much fun. I feel like I won! "

"Honestly, I was just happy not to be a burden. I learned a lot. The last green, for example, was chaotic with four drivers and three wide. I must thank Matt Crafton (his scout) who helped me out of trouble. "

Eleven neutralization slowed the peloton during the race demo All-Star NASCAR Toyota Cup in three phases each of 100 laps.

Pastrana has lost several seats in the first segment. "It's not easy. I drove the car like a rally car or a bike by braking much more than necessary, "he said.

Fortunately, the second segment has a much better place and the pilot managed to place in the top-10.

Then, after a final three red flags, Pastrana was able to make the teeth against the holder of the pole position as he battled for sixth place, three wide, with only 11 laps to go.

"With any luck, this will be the beginning of a great adventure," he said.

Jason Bowles won the event in a Toyota before the 2010 champion of the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series DJ Kennington, Chevrolet and driver Jonathan Gomez. Quebecer Andrew Ranger finished 22nd.

F1: Bernie Ecclestone would like to have Sebastian Vettel in his family

Bernie Ecclestone has said he loves so much the new world champion would love to have him in his family.

The businessman of 80 years with two daughters, Petra, aged 22, and Tamara, aged 26, who would both be a couple.

Vettel for his part in a couple too, with his girlfriend the last few years, Hannah Prater, whom he met at school in Heppenheim.

Nevertheless, Ecclestone does not seem to Vettel if he longed to join the family.

"It would be an excellent step-son! It's funny, normal, its objectives and has worked hard to achieve. I really appreciate it very much.

"Same as it does not bother me at all . He should ask me, "laughed the boss of F1.

Moreover, Vettel said Sunday during a promotional event in Austria, he was very comfortable with Red Bull and had no intention of leaving the boat in the near future.

"I'm young and everything can change very quickly, but for now, there is not much to say about my future.

"I am contractually and personally happy and I am delighted that this will continue over the coming years," said the young champion.