Who wants a silver spoon when you can have a suped-up Merecedes as your personal vehicle? While the outrage over Lenox Hill Hospital‘s over-the-top preferential treatment of Blue Ivy Carter continues, the 7-pound bundle of joy headed home with parents Jay-Z and Beyoncé on Tuesday. The newly crowned Princess of Hip-Hop also received her first taste of ultra-luxury in this customized Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. Quipped with fully adjustable leather seats, satellite TV, mini-bar, and other must-have accessories for the rich and famous, Mercedes Sprinter Van Grand Edition whisked the famous couple and their newborn through the hospital’s loading dock yesterday. Security details in a fleet of blacked-out SUVs then escorted the vehicle to its destination to prevent any paparazzo from trailing behind. via: NYDailyNews

Shelby is celebrating their 50 years in modding up the American muscle cars and what better way to celebrate this occasion by releasing several special edition Mustangs. The limited edition vehicles, GT500 Super Snake, GT350 and GTS, were unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show sporting gold stripes and 50th Anniversary decals through out. All of the muscle cars come in a choice of black or white bodies, accented with matching alloy wheels, custom interior and unique VIN. There will only be 100 units of each model produced with only 50 units of each colorway made. Be sure to check out their website if you want to get your hands on these cars. via: autoblog

Just an hour away from Detroit, in a city of Holly, Michigan, a rare breed of sports car is being built and tested. The Falcon is showing its F7 in a final production trim at the Detroit Auto Show this year. Its distinct exterior draws inspiration from the 80′s super cars and it is designed to fit drivers up to 6 foot 4 inches. This vehicle is hand built and the chassis is made from ti-welded aluminum integrated with carbon fiber structural tunnels, reinforced floor pan and firewall. Its body is also made from ultra light carbon fiber and inside lies a naturally aspirated 7.0 liter V8 LS7 engine and suspension components from the Corvette. The vehicle pumps out 620 horsepower and 585 lb-ft of torque, while the power is delivered through the 6 speed manual gearbox. From stand still to 60 mph can be reached in around 3.3 seconds with the top speed rated at around 200 mph. Only ten units of the F7 will be produced for now, so be quick if you want to have one in your garage. via: Carscoop

For years, Acura NSX fans had to keep the flame of their love for the supercar alive with pictures and models from 2005. But after the Acura NSX Concept made its debut at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the tide is beginning to turn in their favor. Unfortunately, the production version of the this new eco-friendly sportscar is not set to arrive until 2014, which is a painfuly long time to wait. But, with Sony’s help you can now get your hands on Acura’s NSX Concept in Gran Turismo 5 where they have paired it with its older generation model. In a two minute video to wet your taste buds for what you have in store, Sony gives you a look into what this car can do and help you to pass the time until the first model hits the showroom floor in a few years. Check it out after the jump. via: Motor Trend

Embarking on its ambitious “7/11 initiative”, an expansion plan that will see the introduction of seven new or redesigned models in the next 11 months, Hyundai introduces the Veloster Turbo, the first vehicle to come off from that agenda.  Rated at 201 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque, thanks to its 1.6-liter Gamma engine with a twin-scroll turbocharger.  And since its twin-scroll, the powerplant is capable of recovering more and implement an even distribution of pressure.  An additional benefit of the design is a greater fuel efficiency for the Veloster Turbo, at 27 mpg in city driving and 38 mpg on the highway.

Taken design cues from street bikes, engineers at Hyundai added two larger exhaust pipes and a new intake manifold, all for the purpose to generate a hearty sound of acceleration. Other additions include a larger front grille, along with new side skirts and rear bumper for an overall  lower profile. Customized Matte Gray paint, the first for Hyundai, with a matching set of 18-inch wheels, complete the image of a true street racer.

Other special appointments such as leather seating, steering wheel-mounted paddle-shifter, and new vehicle information display cluster, all eyes will be on Hyundai this year as its Veloster Turbo set out to crush the competition.

Within the last couple of years, the Audi A6, A7 and A8 have each received a facelift that subtly refined their external styling and upgraded their power plants, drive-trains and technology. Now it’s the A5′s turn. Beginning at the front, the A5 and its sportbacked twin, the S5, now sport a new grill and lighting design popularized by earlier A6 models as well as a chiseled hood that  sharpens at the iconic Audi logo. The interiors have also been refreshed with multifunction streering wheels, upgraded gear levers and accessory controls, and a new selection of upholstery colors and inlays, including aluminum trigon, walnut, or a fine natural grain ash finish. Under the hood, while the A5′s still has the same 2.0 TFSI 4-cylinder engine, the S5 now sports a 333hp, 3.0-liter TFSI supercharged V6, but both are now equipped with quattro and S-tronic transmissions. While there’s still no word about its price, be on the lookout for the new 2013 Audi A5/S5 to hit showrooms next year.

Just last month, we posted a video of Ken Gushi drifting in the new Scion FR-S. Now, Scion Racing has unveiled their drift car in Detroit, which was built in partnership with GReddy, an aftermarket performance parts giant. The details on the specs are still scarce, yet we know that Gushi will be taking this vehicle into the 2012 Formula DRIFT series in the hopes of snatching up titles. All of the interior has been stripped off, apart from the bare essentials, and a welded roll cage strengthens the whole chassis. The large rear wing should create enough down force, and front canards will increase aerodynamics. It is estimated that this FR-S should be pushing around 600 horsepower, which should be more than enough for Gushi. Check out more detailed photos after the jump. via: autoblog

You’re looking at the first Acura NSX to publicly hit U.S. soil since December 2005, when the last of its kind left Honda’s Suzuka facility and made its way to North American customers. This isn’t a complete surprise. Although Honda has been hinting at a reversal since 2005, the NSX concept made an appearance on the set of the The Avengers and in front of select dealers and reporters in various stages of development. What we see today at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit is truly a beautiful sight for die-hard NSX fans. Powered by a direct-injection VTEC V-6 engine that is paired with a Sport Hybrid all-wheel drive system, the NSX concept features both high-tech innovation and clean lines within an overall design that is on pace for its 2014 launch. Wrapped within a lightweight shell, two electric motors transfer power through a new bilateral adjustable torque control system that is able to regulate power to the wheels during turns and provide the type of acceleration expected of today’s supercars. While details have yet to be released on its overall efficiency, weight or power, Honda knows that on-lookers will continue to be distracted by the idea that they finally have a new NSX to look forward to.via: Autoblog

The original sub-compact is coming back in a big way this year. Following a complete re-design and the introduction of the Turbo variant, the Volkswagen Beetle is going electric with the E-Bugster.

So far a mere concept vehicle in Volkswagen’s ambitious Blue-e-motion line, the E-Bugster will house an electric motor capable of generating 114 horsepower and 199 pound-feet of torque. Underneath its trunk and rear seats, a lithium-ion battery pushes the car to a range of 100 miles. And when a charge is in need, simply pop the VW logo on the hood and plug-in. Suitable for a 120V, a 240V, and a quick charge, 80% in 30 minutes, designers also “streamlined” the VW Beetle silhouette to a lower profile for greater efficiency. Plenty of LED usages on the its exterior lighting scheme, including a TRON-like blueish outline feature, the E-Bugster still has a hot rod/speedster flair with the chrome-out 20-inch wheels and drop-top.

No words on the exact production plan but with a fury of hybrid vehicles set to launch in the next few years and tougher emission rules in the U.S. and Europe, an off-shoot of the E-Bugster will most likely see the open roads in the next few years. Additional images via: Autoblog

For those who were present at the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Tokyo in October, 2011 got the chance to see the mastermind JAPAN x Mercedes-Benz G-550 in person. What looked to be an one-off promotional vehicle is actually in the process of being mass produced. The long bodied G-550 is dressed in Obsidian Black on the exterior with chrome accents and the famous mastermind JAPAN logos on each corner. Contrasting the cool exterior is the warm interior made from Chestnut Brown seats and trim. Official launch of these vehicles are scheduled for March during the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Tokyo 2012 Autumn/Winter event. Stay tuned for more details on this stunning automobile. via: Eyescream

Its one thing to arrive in style, say in a Lamborghini Gallardo, but most would opt to arrive in both style and comfort, like the Mercedes-Benz Vito Modified Luxury Van. Created by the Bulgaria-base tuner VILNER, the modified Mercedes-Benz Vito 120 CDI adds a level of sophistication and luxury to the otherwise lowly van. Appointed with Alcantara, Nappa leather, and plenty of genuine wood trims, the interior also includes a 19-inch LCD, a mini fridge, and a set of four automatically adjustable seats with leg rest. Because passenger comfort is in direct correspondence to the driver in front, VILNER also replaced the standard seating with ones from Mercedes CL-Class. Since Mercedes-Benz Vito is only available in Europe thus far, no words on availability this side of the Atlantic yet. But don’t surprise if a few eccentric millionaires import them on their own. via: Auto Evolution

With just days away from the start of North American International Auto Show, press relations have started the routine peppering of previews and leaks to car enthusiasts worldwide. However, this 2012 Dodge Charger Blacktop isn’t in that category. While it is a show car, its going to a completely different trade show, the International Consumer Electronics Show, or CES, in Las Vegas. A demonstration vehicle on steroid, the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 powered Dodge Charger Blacktop has 370 ponies on tap at anytime. And now thanks to Beats by Dr. Dre, with its nine speakers and one subwoofer in the trunk, the car will have concert-like acoustic on tap too. Quipped with the Uconnect Touch 8.4-inch touchscreen LCD and a 12-channel amplifier that will act as the control unit for the car’s integrated audio components, the special offering will be an option starting this year when purchasing a new 2012 Dodge Charger.