The Best Cars: 9/24/06

Wednesday

Supercharged Exige S sets sights on US roads

Over here in the UK it’s not uncommon to see the odd Lotus Elise and - more rarely - Exige bombing down the motorway or whipping around country lanes. The constantly evolving sportscar is renowned for having close-to-perfect handling and sweet, sweet driving dynamics, and has a loyal following amongst owners and enthusiasts. So it always comes as something of a surprise that drivers in the USA are less blessed when it comes to model choice - hence the unbridled excitement of Jalopnik and Autoblog (amongst many) at the news that the hardcore Exige S, the supercharged variant of the coupé, is heading across the Atlantic.

Lotus Exige S

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Top Gear: Volvo S60 R

In this classic Top Gear segment, Jeremy Clarkson takes the Volvo S60 R out for a road test. This sports sedan boasts a turbocharged 2.5L engine that produces 300hp @ 5500rpm and 295 lb-ft torque @ 1950rpm. Video after the jump.

Monday

Mitsubishi Roadster Konzept

This eco-friendly roadster — dubbed the “Roadster Konzept (MRK)”– is a hybrid vehicle that sports “two front sport seats, plus rear rumble seats, which allows for two rear passengers or extra cargo space.” Few more pics after the jump.

Tire pressure monitoring sensors for the aftermarket

September 25, 2006 One of the many wonderful new jiggers seen at last week’s Automechanika trade show in Frankfurt was a tire pressure monitoring wheel sensor that should open up new service potential for tire dealers and independent service workshops. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensors detect changes in tire pressure and alert the driver. Each wheel rim is fitted with a pressure sensor, which constantly transmits tire pressure data by a radio signal to a control unit.

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2007 JE Design Audi Q7

JE Design unveils its latest creation, a completely revamped 2007 Audi Q7. Upgrades include a modified engine management system that boosts output to 285hp and 406 lb-ft. That’s not all, it also sports a wide-body styling kit, 22-inch wheels, and an electronically lowered suspension. Few more pictures after the jump.