Author: karla

 

When it debuted in the Phantom back in 2011, Rolls-Royce’s eye-wideningly pricey Starlight Headlining option prompted no small amount of ridicule from some observers. The feature, available on the Phantom sedan and coupe, as well as the new Wraith coupe, delights its charges with a hand-crafted field of as many as 1600 fibre-optic “stars”, putting to good use a hitherto undeveloped plot of interior real estate. Naturally, the driver can control the brightness of this private galaxy with the touch of a rheostat. Price: $14,675.

 

Source: BBC Autos

 

In your opinion, what is the most terrible car that should never, EVER make a comeback?

(Shown in photo: Cadillac from Jalopnik)

 

The 2014 BMW M235i Racing looks to be the perfect meaty addition to perk up our ears. The car will be available as a stripped down, turn-key racer ready to compete and available for privateer teams to run on the Nürburgring in the VLN Endurance Championship, and will replace the M3 GT4 as BMW’s entry-level race car. The body design has been aerodynamically optimized: the first thing to notice is the obviously increased track of the car thanks to those widened front and rear arches – the extra 3.5 inches helping to fit some no doubt wider wheels and tires on – but there are also slightly more aggressive front and rear bumpers, and a diffuser to boot. The twin-turbo 3.0-litre straight six receives a mild power boost, from 322hp to 333hp, while an FIA-approved roll cage, limited slip diff and race-spec fuel tank make this into a competent racer for any teams looking for a new car.

 

Source: Speedhunters

 

(Photo by Jaime Genova Jr)

 

You may remember the mean-looking Hyundai Tucson we posted last October, in time for the Walking Dead Season premiere. Well, the commercial version of it is set to go on sale next year, and it’s not scary at all. The Walking Dead Edition features an Ash Black exterior with red accents and special graphics, and sports mudguards and four decals – Hilltop, Kingdom, Saviors and Survivors – that will enable buyers to display allegiance to certain factions from the graphic novel. Interior changes are limited but the cabin comes nicely equipped with black leather seats, custom floor mats and a seven-inch touchscreen display with a special The Walking Dead splash screen. Buyers will also receive a “Zombie Survival Kit” that includes a survivalist backpack and a Walking Dead Tucson Quick Reference Guide.

 

Source: World Car Fans