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MasHD Autonews - Mitsubishi's Evolution to end after 2015

Mitsubishi has hit some rough ground over the past few years , but that might get even rougher as the company has confirmed its decision to send the Mitsubishi Evo to rest after 2015 (Markets outside the U.S have already said bye-bye to the brand since the beginning of the year)   . Mitsubishi , rather ironically has released black and white photos of the 2015 Mitsubishi Evo in a way to mourn the passing of the rally spec performance sedan . The 2015 model is said to come with the same 2.0 Liter turbocharged 291 horsepower engine as its predecessor and it will have the usual all wheel drive system onboard . The base version is said to include leather in the steering wheel, a 6 speaker sound system , Bluetooth control and a central dash with a 6.1" touchscreen display .18" wheels are standard and so as the usual Brembo brakes . Transmission comes with a 5 speed manual .You can get a sunroof ,  leather upholstery everywhere and heated seats if you order the premium ...

MasHD Autonews - EKS Audi S1 hits 0-60mph in 1.9 seconds , packs 600bhp under the hood

Good things come in small packages ,this term can really apply to Audi's new world rallycross racer that packs a mindblowing 0-60 time of 1.9seconds.The EKS Audi s1 features a 2000cc turbocharged 4Cyl engine doesn't sound much , the engine is tuned for 600 bhp , which is almost supercar standards from a car that is classed as a hatchback . Being a WRC vehicle, the special EKS will surely feature a rollcage of some sort , tough suspension, all wheel drive and a champion racing driver called Mattias Ekstorm behind the wheel. The EKS+Ekstorm are to participate in their first race during late May. Source - SlashGear