BF-performance a pregatit un nou pachet de tuning pentru Gallardo LP560-4, in ambele variante: coupe si spyder. Numit GT600 kitul include: un nou spoiler fata, noi praguri laterale, un difuzor spate si un eleron spate, toate realizate din fibra de carbon. Astfel greutatea masinii a fost redusa cu 43 de kilograme. La interior tunerul a adaugat scaune sport tip scoica, centuri cu prindere in cinci puncte, roll cage si un sistem de franare cu discuri din carbon-ceramic. Desi tunerul nu a (...)
The Lexus GS luxury sedan enters the 2010 model year, in three version - GS 350 RWD, GS 350 AWD and GS 460 RWD. Next to all the latest technologies, the GS is also offered with new exterior colors: Deep Sea Mica replaces Black Sapphire Pearl and Satin Cashmere Metallic replaces Golden Almond Metallic. In addition, Parchment leather interior takes the place of Cashmere. Prices start at $45,600 and go up to $54,070. TGS 350 is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 303 hp at 6,200 (...)
The German tuner Kicherer has revealed the E50 Coupe tuning kit based on the Mercedes E500 coupe. Thanks to an software update and a sports exhaust system, the V8 engine's power has been increased by 42 hp and 20 NM. And while in the standard model the top speed has been limited to 155 mph, in the tuner version it goes up to 205 mph. The aerodynamic kit includes: a front lip, side skirts, a rear diffusor and special mirror casings. All components are made of top quality and ultra-light (...)
Could this be the Audi of the future? Maybe not, but it nonetheless is a very interesting design study. Designed by noted designer Adriano Mudri, this concept study of the Audi RS7 combines an R8-inspired rear end with Lamborghini's trademark scissor doors. What's more, similar to the side-plate on the Audi R8, the whole rear part of the Audi RS7, which contains the motorization, is a unique design feature that's distinctive from its competitors. It's aim is to make it easier and (...)
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Carbodydesign 
Just as the sky is blue and the grass is green, the Porsche 918 Spyder that was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show recently was a sensation to anybody lucky enough to have caught a glimpse of it. Now for those who were so thoroughly impressed with the concept, we have some pretty wonderful news to share. According to some insiders, the 918 Spyder will go on sale sometime in the next 5 years. According to Porsche officials, most of whom seem to be on the same page regarding this issue:"There (...)
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Autocar
Alfa Romeo will celebrate its celebrate its centenary this year at the Pebble Beach with the unveiling of the 4C concept, a compact, lightweight sports car. A production version will be limited to 5000 units. The price will be in the $70k area. The 4C concept will be powered by a highly tuned, 250-hp four-cylinder engine mated to a rear transaxle as in the 8C. Stay tuned for more details! (...)
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Automobilemag
If at the beginning of the year ASMA Design unveiled a tuned version for the SLS AMG, this days the tuner focused their attention to the G-Class. While we have just a few details on the tuned SUV we have to admit the car looks quite promising. The kit includes: new front spoilers, front LED daytime, the bonnet gets the necessary extra cooling holes, new exhaust silencers and of course a new set of wheels. (...)
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Autogespot
This past March at the Geneva Motor Show, the Swedish super car company Keonigsegg revealed the NLV Quant electric sedan. Well now it is the exotic Italian coachbuilder Bugatti's turn, and Ettore's original brand has done quite an impressive job on the all new Bugatti 16 C Galibier concept that was unveiled this past weekend in Molsheim. According to the automaker the upcoming super car will become "the most exclusive, elegant, and powerful four door automobile in the world." The Galibier's (...)
If there's anything the auto industry has taught us – or in any other aspect of life, for that matter – it's that time flies faster than you think. That's especially true now because Infiniti is celebrating its 20th anniversary in US soil this year. That's right; 20 years. To celebrate this milestone achievement, the Nissan-owned brand is releasing three special edition models of the G37 – a coupe version, a sedan, and a convertible. This special edition models will be limited to 350 units for (...)
Vorsteiner has revealed the VR-7 Sportiv Aero Package based on the new BMW 7-Series. The aerodynamic package includes: a new VR-7 carbon fiber Add-On front spoiler, a VR-7 carbon fiber Add-On rear spoiler, and a new carbon fiber rear diffuser. The car sits on 21 inch Vorsteiner V-102 Forged Monoblock wheels. Press release after the jump. Press release Vorsteiner is proud to announce the release of the BMW VR-7 Sportiv Aero Package for the BMW F01 & F02 7 Series. Vorsteiner (...)
Enjoying all kinds of success in 2009, the Hyundai Genesis sedan is being updated for the 2010 model year with available convenience options like Smart Cruise Control, touch-screen navigation and an electronic parking brake with a very convenient automatic vehicle hold. The bargain priced luxury sedan will go on sale starting from $33,800 for the base model 3.8L V6 powered version and The 3.8 Liter DOHC Lambda V6 engine delivers a maximum output of 290 HP and 264 lb-ft of torque thanks to (...)
In short, Hyundai Elantra can be described like this: a cheap, economy car. And if you're looking for more than this, then you should keep looking. Its true the car is no Genesis, but hopefully Hyundai will do something about it. While not impressive, the 2010 model adds a few changes: improved EPA fuel economy, chrome grille and rear chrome trim and black interior choice. The 2010 Elantra comes in three trim levels: Blue, GLS and SE, with prices ranging from $14,145 to $17,845. The 2010 (...)
Lexus UK announced that the 2010 IS range will go on sale with the addition of a new F-Sport grade available for both IS 250 and 220d models. The F-Sport grade is inspired by the IS-F and includes a lowered suspension (IS 250 only), exclusive 18-inch wheels and an IS F-style front grille and rear bootlid spoiler. The interior gets aluminum sports pedals, IS F-style sports seats, steering wheel and (on the IS 250 automatic) gear lever. The IS 220d with F-Sport is priced at £28.290 and the (...)
You know what are the advantages of being a police officer? After catching the bad guys - especially those that have sweet rides - you can also use their, uhm...so-called 'assets' like, say, a £40,000 Audi Q7 TDI tuned by Abt Sportsline. Once the car of a criminal gang from Glasgow is now being used as a patrol car. Yeah, we saw that coming. According to Chief Constable John Neilson: "I would say to the criminals that what you have this week; your houses, your cars - you might not have next (...)
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BBC
The Japanese are more than just sake and sushi; they know their way around cars too. And not just the Japanese ones, but as evidenced by Japanese tuner Premier 4509's tuning package for the Ferrari F430, they know how upgrade an Italian sports car too. Premier 4509's Ferrari F430 package will only be limited to 300 units so it's a safe bet that you need to fall in line to get one. Among the items included in the tuning kit includes a front bumper, sideskirts and rear bumper, and as an (...)
The 2011 Mercedes S63 AMG is set to be launched in September this year and it will be sporting a whole new powertrain. Mercedes is going smaller, but expecting bigger as the sports sedan is now powered by a newly developed AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine with a peak output of up to 544 to 571 hp and maximum torque of up to 900 NM. The engine will have a fuel consumption of 10.5 liters per 100 kilometers, 25% less than the current S63 AMG. With the new engine, the S63 AMG makes the 0 to 60 (...)
Lexus announced a new special edition based on the IS350. The new F-Sport Special Edition will be limited to only 100 units, and will have a price of $57,500. The IS 350C F-Sport will only be available in Tungsten Pearl or Obsidian exterior colors and is distinguished by: 19-inch forged alloy wheels, front and rear brake upgrade, F-Sport grille, Bilstein shock set, lowering springs, sway bar set, embroidered floor mats with F-Sport logo, leather-wrapped shift knob with F-Sport logo and (...)
Swiss car tuner BF Performance knows how to talk the talk after saying that the "Lamborghini Gallardo is too innocent and neither dynamic nor individual enough to meet the Swiss' higher standards." So they did what any self-respecting, ego-massaging tuning house would do: they backed up their talk. The Swiss tuner has released a new tuning package for the Gallardo LP560-4 for both the coupe and spyder versions. Called the GT600, the tuning kit adds a stronger performance, more (...)
In Europe it is known as the Opel Insignia, but for the North American market General Motors decided to revive a name first used back in 1973: Regal. Sales of the new Buick Regal sport sedan will begin in the second quarter of 2010, and its main competitors will be the Japanese Acura TSX and Swedish Volvo S60. The new Regal will be offered in two different trim levels: CXL and CXL Turbo, with prices starting at $26,995 and $29,495 respectively. In 2012 it will get two new versions. The (...)
Announced back in January, the first 20 Audi R8 LMS vehicles will be delivered to their teams by mid April. The GT3 cars will be raced at 24-hour races at the Nürburging and at Spa-Francorchamps. Each team had to pay 298,000 euros for their personal R8 LMS. The R8 LMS gets a modified chassis and suspensions, the engine cooling system has also been improved; it gets complex electronics and an optimized exhaust system, but also a six-speed racing transmission. Press release after the jump. (...)
