Exotic Cars

Owning a hybrid car is becoming more economical and exciting as new technology continues to be created. The benefit that most are aware of when considering a hybrid is gas savings. There are other...

On normally aspirated cars, ambient air enters the engine's combustion chamber by simply flowing in through an opening, sometimes also passing through an electronic air flow meter. On turbocharged...

Ferrari founder Enzo Ferrari began producing road cars in 1947 to finance his race car program. Today, Ferraris are perhaps the most sought-after and expensive exotic high-performance cars on the...

When it comes to high-end sports car from Italy, and the world for that matter, the two most well-known and evocative names are Ferrari and Lamborghini. But while the two companies are often...

Though it is not referred as a Skyline any longer, the Nissan GT-R is a car that has earned the right to be mentioned in the same breath as greats such as Lamborghini, Porsche and Ferrari. Like...

Ferrari currently offers two Spiders, or convertibles, the F430 Spider and the more extreme 16M Scuderia Spider. Built to celebrate the company's 16th Constructor's Championship in Formula 1...

There are many different Ferrari models, but only two primary ways of removing the shift knob, the main difference being the types of nuts that hold the knob in position. Removal of a Ferrari...

One of the oldest rivalries in the sports car world is between Porsche and Ferrari. Whether they're going toe-to-toe on the racetrack or in the showroom, one can always be assured that the cars...

While certainly among some of the fastest cars in the world, Lamborghinis are actually far from being the fastest. Of the two supercars that Lamborghini makes, the V10-powered Gallardo and the...

The Dodge Viper is an example of unleashed testosterone. It is a lion with a mighty roar and a peacock in full plumage--it wants to be noticed. Launched in 1992, the V-10 Viper is a sports car...

Ferrari and Lamborghini automakers have been fierce competitors in their quest to develop superior race and production cars since 1963, when Lamborghini introduced his first car. The face-off...

In mechanical circles, the term "Viper" elicits visions of sleek, high performance vehicles with blistering performance and astronomical speeds. For this reason, the "Viper" moniker has been...

Since 1963 when Ferruccio Lamborgini introduced his first roadster to compete against Ferrari, fans of the two supercar giants have locked horns about which exotic car is better. But it often...

The success of the Alfa Romeo name has not been achieved without a struggle. Alfa Romeo built on what it learned from past mistakes and branching out into aeronautical engines to manufacture...

The historic Monaco Grand Prix is the annual Formula One race that is unusual because the circuit, the circuit de Monaco, is held on a twisting narrow course that features tight corners and a...

The Plymouth Prowler was an open-front convertible produced by Chrysler Corporation from 1997 to 2002. The vehicle was considered a remarkable risk for Chrysler at the time, but it enjoyed...

The Porsche 993 was manufactured from 1993 through 1998, and was the last of Porsche's 50-year history of producing air-cooled roadsters and sports cars. The 993 is the internal name for the...

Lamborghini exotic sports cars have been manufactured by the Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. since 1963. It was originally conceived to compete against the Ferrari in road races. The...

Lamborghini automobiles have inspired many to dream about owning and driving these slick Italian sports cars. Since the 1960s, Lamborghini has released numerous models, and today the company...

The Pagani Zonda can be considered one of the world's great super cars. While the Zonda does not have as long a history of sports cars like Lamborghini and Ferarri, its speed and stylish design...

For as long as there have been cars, there has been a desire to make them go faster and be more outrageous. Eventually, this aspiration led to the creation of the supercar. Found in posters on the...

Italian cars are considered to be some of the most stylish and powerful cars available today. The Italians have a long history of developing and producing excellent automobiles as well as racing...

The Audi AG-owned Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A., which is part of the Volkswagen Group, builds exotic sports cars that command a hefty price tag, and require reasonable talent and experience to...

With the price of hybrid cars dropping and drivers' concern for pollution and climate change growing, more and more cars on the road are combining traditional internal combustion engines with...

Lamborghini is owned by the German automaker Audi AG, a subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group. Since its inception in 1963, Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. struggled financially, although it delivered...

A Subaru Boxer engine is a unique motor in that its cylinders project horizontally from each side of the engine, as opposed to traditional engines where the cylinders are positioned vertically....

Ferraris are one of the most expensive and exclusive cars in the world. The first Ferraris came out in 1927. Enzo Ferrari was the founder of this auto brand. If you are looking into buying one...

Enzo Ferrari began building his famed race cars in 1928 under the company name Scuderia Ferrari, and then reluctantly began manufacturing production cars in 1947 to fund his racing ventures. He...

The E-Gear electronic semi-automatic transmission system features electronic control of operation modes. The driver selects from automatic mode, normal mode, sport mode and low adherence. These...

Lamborghini, owned by Audi AG under the Volkswagen Group umbrella, operates as the Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. and manufactures exotic sports cars known for their delicate high-performance...

An exotic car of any age is usually a custom-built, one-of-a-kind, high-performance vehicle that comes either as a luxury sedan, roadster, coupe or sports tourer. It has always existed but was...

In 1960, Enzo Ferrari had a dream team of builders and managers to manufacture precision-built race cars. Chief engineer Carlo Chiti, Scuderia Ferrari chief Romolo Tavoni, sales manager Girolamo...

The aggressively styled and angular Lamborghini is considered the chief rival to the Ferrari as the premier exotic car. Automobili Lamborghini SpA, now owned by the Volkswagen Group, thrived in...

Bentley became an instant high-performance luxury classic due largely to its early racing pedigree, winning four consecutive races at Le Mans in 1927-30 with its huge 3-liter engines. Rolls-Royce...

Build your own electric vehicle (EV). To get started, this overview will describe the process to modify a compact car to create an electric vehicle. This vehicle will allow you to drive every day...

The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 was the fastest factory-built car in the world and rivaled the likes of Porsche, Lamborghini and Ferrari with its speed, precision and innovation. The limited production...

Did you ever want to drive a sexy Lamborghini or a luxurious sports car but never could afford it? Well, now is the chance to be able to rent one and experience how thrilling and daring driving a...

For almost a hundred years, the Alfa Romeo automobiles company has turned out quality vehicles known throughout the world. With an impressive history in motor racing--as well as a prevalence in...

If you are like me the ultimate day of driving would be in a brand new Ferrari. I looked into Ferrari rentals and here is what I found.

Ferraris have long been considered one of the world's fastest and most prestigious line of cars. Today, they are powerful symbols of wealth and affluence, though the main purpose Enzo Ferrari had...

Even those who own a Volvo or drive one on a regular basis don't know how far-reaching the arms of the Volvo company are. Volvo is responsible for much more than a handful of cars seen on the street.

If you want to turn a dream into a reality, renting an exotic car is the way to make that dream come true. No matter if you just want to have fun for a few days or if you want to drive the car of...

You don't have to be a millionaire to drive one of the world's most exotic cars. All you have to do is join a shared ownership car club. Imagine yourself cruising down the coast in a Lamborghini...

Finding import racing parts can be a challenge. But with the Internet, you have more choices and many more outlets to find those specialty parts that keep your baby running as soundly as the day...

Doing a wheelie on a four-wheeled ATV is easy once you get over the initial fear of flipping over backward. Throw a helmet on and start slow. The saying that practice makes perfect is never more...

Locating other local modified car enthusiasts not only gives you a group of like-minded enthusiasts, but can also help you learn more about modified cars. This could include sharing ideas for...

Modifying your car gives you a chance to express your own style and flair. Whether you like the low-slung look with a huge air intake hood or the jacked-up four-wheel drive truck with monster...

Adding a spoiler to your vehicle is a relatively simple way to customize it. If you have basic mechanical skills, you can install it yourself. There are many designs and shapes to spoilers. Be...

A modified car is a vehicle that has been changed or upgraded from its original form. The upgrades could be exclusively cosmetic or consist of performance upgrades. Modified cars are often sought...