May 2012
On this episode of Ignition, Carlos Lago tests the most powerful production car made in America - the new 2013 Ford Shelby GT500. After running the GT500 through Motor Trend's instrumented testing gauntlet, including top speed pulls on the dyno, we head to Kingman, Arizona, where pro racer Randy Pobst gets behind the wheel to see if Ford's 662-HP beast can break the elusive 200 mph barrier.
Jun 2012
On this episode of Ignition, Carlos Lago hits the road and the test track with Aston Martin's 2012 Virage. Strategically positioned between the DB9 and the DBS, the V-12 Virage looks to blend the DB9's grand touring luxury with the DBS's sports car performance. Does it get the balance right? Watch to find out.
Jun 2012
On this episode of Ignition, Carlos Lago hits the winding road and the test track with the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S. The new 991 features some of the most significant changes ever made between 911 generations, including the longest wheelbase and overall length in the model's history. But does bigger mean better?
Jun 2012
On this episode of Ignition, Carlos Lago hits the test track and the winding road with the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster. With its imposing size, brute power and booming exhaust note, the SLS Roadster feels more like a classic American muscle car than a refined German coupe. But is that a good thing?
Mon, Aug 13, 2012
On this episode of Ignition, Carlos Lago ditches the normal testing routine and takes the 2012 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor straight to the dirt instead. Is Ford's factory prerunner rugged enough to power slide through sand washes and conquer mountains AND refined enough to handle less demanding conditions with poise and comfort? Carlos heads to Hungry Valley SVRA to find out.