The all new Toyota Zelas [w/video]

After a very long time, Toyota has finally decided to bring one of their cars which was produced under the name of Scion tC, to Arabia as the all new Toyota Zelas.

We've been seeing this car's ads all over the city on buildings, bill boards, magazines. And got us curious about how it would perform on our Ammani streets, How will Toyota lovers react, and is it really different from the American Scion version?

Toyota JDM in Amman

Influenced by the Toyota gatherings done by SpeedHunters, A few Toyota owners here in Jordan decided to gather up a pure JDM list of Toyotas, from Carinas, AE86's, and others.

 The organizer of this event was Hussain AlKurdi, a Toyota fan and owner.

The gathering started at Abdoun Mall's parking lot just to gather the cars. And then we moved in a straight line to the new Abdoun - Marj al Hamam street to park the cars and take some photos.

Super cars in the eye of the Fish

We decided to go on a Pre-Ramadan run on the 28th of July as it's the last Friday before the holy month of Ramadan. We called the guys and gathered for another tour, just for fun to hit some speeds on safe roads.

This time we were testing our latest edition to our set. The Fish eye lens.

Jordan Car Show 2011

Almost annually, Here in Jordan a Car show gets organized. Gathering the majority of car types from Tuners, to exotics, to classics.

We actually missed the Car show last year which we heard was successful. So we decided to visit this one and give it a go

The event was located at the Golf Club of Jordan. a few kilometers away south of Amman on Airport road.
Started at around 10 AM till late evening. From what we saw from the flyers, facebook event, banners, etc.

We thought that this is going to be interesting! But all we saw was a few good cars. Including the Racing Dimensions tuned cars. Read more to check the pictures

AmmaniV12 Super Tour #2

After such a long wait, The members of the AmmaniV12 crew have increased and increased since the Last Tour we had before.

We came to a point where we just had too many cars and needed to show everyone what we do.

Our crew now has 14 members, From Oldschool American Muscle, up to Modern Italian and American beasts

Launching The Royal Motorcycle Club of Jordan's training center

Driven by its commitment to promote safe motorcycle riding, the Royal Motorcycle club of Jordan (RMCJ) has officially announced the launch of its training center during a special event that was organized at the RMCJ’s facilities in Naur gathering representatives from various media channels inJordan.

The Royal Motorcycle club of Jordan and in collaboration with local authorities aims at establishing nationwide training programs dedicated to coaching new riders in Jordan through certified trainers.
The training center will be using internationally recognized curricula, standards and resources from the Motorcycle Safety Foundation; an internationally recognized developer of the comprehensive, research-based, Rider Education and Training Systems.

Toyota Landcruiser 60th Anniversary 4x4 Day Out

Development of the first generation Toyota Land Cruiser began in 1951 as Toyota's version of a Jeep-like vehicle. So As a few weeks ago, the Landcruiser have turned 60 years old. And Al-Markaziyeh decided to throw a 60th anniversary birthday party... Offroading style!

To go with how our day went, Everyone got into their cars and we started our journey
We arrived at the starting point, which was located at the Amman International Motorshow. Finding so many eye catching cars, from stock offroaders, to lifted monsters with huge tires.

We were split into 2 categories, The Family trail which had slight offroading with normal driving around the desert, and the Adventure trail which was more of an adrenaline pumping trail.

Porsche World Roadshow - Jordan

There is no better way to experience the excitement of Porsche than to drive one.

This is why Porsche conducts the Porsche World Roadshow, an international driving event, designed to give potential customers the opportunity to drive a range of Porsche models for one day in different situations.

In 2011, the Porsche World Roadshow came to Jordan. Bringing 16 vehicles of the current model range for this exciting event. Accompanied by specially trained European driving instructors. Through this Roadshow, we experienced the driving of the Porsche 911, Cayman, Boxster, Cayenne and Panamera in various trims such as S, 4S, GTS, and Turbo. And disciplines, such as handling, braking and on-track driving with lap time race. Each section includes theoretical instruction followed by practical application, in which drivers can put into practice what they have just learned.

[Video] 2011 Lexus LFA hits Amman and shakes the Jordanian Market!

On April 30th, Something big hit Jordan and got all motorheads talking and calling each other just to spread the word. The All new 2011 Lexus LFA have arrived to Jordanian grounds!!

I got a call from a close friend of mine working at Al Markaziya, letting me know that they've just brought this Japanese monster. I let everything go and went there straight ahead just to know if this is true or not.

And as you can see, It's Alive and revving.

Ammani Day Out

After such a cold, and rainy week. We came upon a great weather last Saturday, that we decided to do a small tour around our lovely city of Amman, just to chill around and to do a photoshoot!

I went into my time machine and went back in time, brought a 1977 Corvette, and a 1983 Camaro Z28. And upon arrival, we hit up some of the guys from this century and invited their V8's to join in!

Oh and If you think you can fit in and would like to join us. Send us an Email through the Contact us page

Dyno Day + Results

Last saturday, Ammani V12 was covering the Dyno Day event held by the NMK Dyno Centre

We've signed up with 2 of our cars, the Chrysler 300C SRT8, and the Chevy Camaro SS
As we told you before, we had some modifications goin on on the chrysler

Stock performance as claimed by factory:

-Chrysler: 425 Engine Horsepower, 420 lb-ft of Torque, 0 to 100 km/h in 5 seconds
-Camaro: 400 Engine Horsepower, 410 lb-ft of Torque, 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds

Note: 0 to 100 measured on drag racing track (Full Grip)

Important Note: Many of you guys thought that the SRT8 and the SS are challenging each other, but No! We're just friends heading to the dyno to have some fun.

Moving to how our day went:

Soon: Chrysler 300 SRT8, and Chevy Camaro SS On the Dyno

So tomorrow's the big day! Dyno Day.
We've gathered as many cars as possible in a short time to make it a great event.
AmmaniV12 will be entering the Dyno Day with a selection of cars from the team

For now I'll be talking about 2 of the cars:
A 2007 Chrysler 300C SRT8, and a 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS.

To give some information about the vehicles stock performance:

Registration for Dyno Day [Videos]

Most of you guys heard about the new dyno center that opened recently in Jordan.
The "NMK Dyno Centre" located in the Bayader Industrial Area.

I went to the place to check it out, after being lost for half an hour in the industrial area, i finally found it!
There aren't signs or anything on the building yet.
It's a white hanger with blue doors, looks brand new so it won't be that hard find in Bayader. lol.

Royal Automobile Museum's photography competition

Helloo again everyone
It was a very very long break, I know! I was actually being tortured by final exams at university. So I'm very sorry for not being around.

Aaanyways! Recently I was invited to a press conference held by the Royal Automobile Museum. Where they were talking about the launch of a new Annual photography competition.

Mr.Zohrab Markarian (Royal Family's photographer), Mr.Raja Gargour (RAM Director), and Mr.Mirza Hatk (Torque Magazine)

Please read the details below: