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On the net lie rumors of a V10 Audi R8, the question is, are they true?

I think it’s safe to say yes.

It’s been revealed that Audi tested an R8 with a Twin Turbo V10 from the RS6. However, cooling problems resulted in the melt down of the V10 R8. Not to worry, as Audi have decided to build a brand new engine, a none turbo V10. It’s been said, the new V10 is essentially a development of the high-revving V8 from the RS4 and R8.

Germancarblog added:

“Engineers tell us that this new engine will shade BMW’s 500bhp M Power V10 - as found in the M5 and M6 - in terms of outright power and revs. Considering BMW’s figures, that means the new 5.2-litre engine should be good for around 520bhp and rev beyond 8250rpm. ”

If you’re still not convinced, then listen hard for the sound reassembling a BMW M5 in the video below.

It seems the Diesel haters have banished of the earth after they heard of a Diesel Super Car landing.

Audi have been investing in racing diesels at Le Mans and now you have the result, the dangerous Audi R8 V12 TDI. This R8 TDI has made diesel history with its 6.0-litre V12 TDI engine developing nearly 500bhp;  compare this to the neighbours 180 BHP Audi A4 and I’m sure you will agree this is a remarkable achievement for a Diesel. The R8 TDI produces 737lb.ft of torque making the R8 V12 TDI jump from 0-62mph in just 4.2 seconds and exceeds 186mph.

After all this, the Audi R8 TDI has achieved 24 mpg in testing. You may also find this engine sitting discreetly in a Audi Q7 model soon.

The Audi R8 at present is still a concept; keep your eyes peeled as this beast is expected in 2009.

Bradford based automotive designer, Afzal Kahn from Project Kahn has always created a stir within the automotive market taking prestige vehicles further to leave you speechless.

Project Kahn has released an official statement on their latest project, the Kahn Cosworth 300. Their aim is to create a real masterpiece that is set to redefine the luxury 4X4 market.

No introduction is required for British brand Cosworth as the legendary name for over 20 years has created a benchmark within the automotive sector with the Ford Sierra and Escort. The Cosworth’s were so impressive even Top Gear’s car critic Jeremy Clarkson owned a Ford Escort RS.

Afzal Kahn said “This is taking the luxury 4×4 market to the next stage.
“The Kahn Cosworth Sport 300 is just the beginning. I intend to put the British motor industry back on the map.”

This is exciting news for us Brit’s as two innovative UK based companies join forces to create Kahn’s Next Level Cosworth 4×4.

Make a note for June as the Kahn Cosworth 300 will be officially unveiled for viewing in June after months of discussion. 

A new record has been achieved for the UK’s most expensive vehicle number plate, the number plate ‘F1′ fetched £440,625. The number plate has been on sale for three years when it belonged to the county surveyor of Essex. Essex County Council sold the registration privately to automotive designer and businessman Afzal Kahn, of Kahn Design Ltd.
The previous record was held by the vehicle registration ‘M1′ which sold for £331,000.

The money will be put towards the training and education of drivers in the county.

Mr Kahn said: “I am privileged to have acquired such a prestigious plate. I am extremely happy the money raised from the sale will help improve road safety and through the training of young drivers.”
He added: “I look forward to the F1 number plate being placed on the ground-breaking Range Rover Cosworth that we will be launching in the June.”

Lord Hanningfield presented the number plate to Mr Kahn at North Weald Airfield in Essex on Monday. Below a video clip of record breaking number plate being presented.