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Porsche Exclusive Releases Limited 911 Carrera GTS Rennsport Reunion Edition [VIDEO]

Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Rennsport Reunion Edition is going to be built by Porsche Exclusive in only 25 units. The saddest news is that it will be distributed in North America only. The car was revealed at the annual gathering at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. Rennsport Reunion Edition uses as a basis the 911 Carrera GTS which produces 430 hp (316 kW). And here are the differences from the standard model:

Exterior

This special edition 911 Carrera GTS features custom Fashion Grey exterior color. In addition, it is also characterized by decorative black and red decals, which cover the front hood, the roof, and the rear decklid. At the sides, driver’s and passenger’s doors are decorated with black and red decals and they also include company’s logotype.

The wheels measure 20-inch and are Sport Classic model painted in high-gloss black. The same finish has been applied to the lower exterior trim of the side mirrors as well as the satellite radio antenna. LED headlights in black including PDLS Plus round out the black accents on the exterior.

Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Rennsport Reunion Edition Front View Close look

Interior

The cabin of the 911 Carrera GTS Rennsport Reunion Edition looks as exclusive as it interior. It features carbon fiber dashboard trim above the glove compartment as well as the illuminated carbon door-sill guards. The interior package also adds SportDesign steering wheel, door panel trim, dashboard trim, floor mats, and the GTS logo on the headrests. They have been all stitched in Carmine Red. The same color can be also seen on the central tachometer and the seat belts.

Furthermore, the center compartment lid is embossed with the Rennsport Reunion V logo. Other special appointments are Fashion Grey painted vehicle key and a leather key pouch featuring Carmine Red accents as well as “911 Carrera GTS Rennsport Reunion Edition” lettering.

Drivetrain

The engine of this limited edition is mated with a manual transmission. There is also the option of an automatic one, of course. The 3.8 liter flat-six unit produces 430 hp (316 kW), making it possible for the Porsche to run from 0 to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds and onto a top track speed of 190 mph.

If you are from those lucky 25 North Americans, then you should also know that along with everything mentioned so far, you will also get as a standard with this Porsche the following: 18-way Adaptive Sport Seats Plus, PASM Sport Suspension, a Bose Audio Package and Rear Park Assist. 2016 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Rennsport Reunion Edition is currently on sale on a base price of $148,335 USD.

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Source: Porsche

September 28, 2015

Mercedes-AMG GT S and C63 S With Extra 100HP by PP-Performance

PP-Performance Mercedes-AMG GT S and Mercedes-AMG C63 S Front and Side View PP-Performance and Fostla.de showed us an exquisitely tuned Audi safety car exactly three days ago. Now the tuners at PP-Performance have prepared something, which has impressed us very much again. This time they did not modify only one car, but under their customization were two Mercedes-AMG beauties. The first one is C63 S and the second – even better, the GT S model. There is nothing much done here, except for the breath-taking work on the engine.

By the way, the engine under the hood of both cars is Mercedes-Benz 4.0 liters V8 biturbo unit. And we must also remind you that this powertrain is actually AMG’s variant. However, the specialists at PP-Performance weren’t that happy with the output, so let’s see what they have managed to achieve.

Mercedes-AMG C63 S: Before and After

Mercedes-AMG C63 S Front and Side View

As a standard the Mercedes-AMG C63 S produces no less than 510HP (375 kW) of power, 700Nm (517 lb-ft) of maximum torque. They come out from the 3,982 cm³ sized C-class engine. The top speed has been production limited to 250 kmph (155mph), while the sprint form 0 to 100 km/h has been estimated 4.0 seconds.

After the chip tuning, PP-Performance managed giving this Mercedes more than 100HP in addition. Precisely, the car is now capable to put out on the road 613HP (451 kW) and 769 Nm (568 lb-ft) of torque. The Vmax was also changed and it is now 307 kmph (190 mph), while the sprint from standstill to 100 km/h is a little bit better, 3.59 seconds.

Mercedes-AMG GT S: Before and After

PP-Performance Mercedes-AMG GT S Front and Side View

The standard V8 unit in the GT S class produces the following serial values: 510 HP (375 kW) and 650 Nm (480 lb-ft). Its top speed is 310 kmph (192 mph), while the sprint form 0 to 100 km/h has been measured 3.8 seconds. After the chip tuning, the specialists achieved 610 HP (449 kW) of power with 765 Nm (565 lb-ft) of maximum torque, 324 kmph (201 mph) of Vmax and 3.40 seconds for the above-mentioned sprint.

And if you want even more, PP-Performance is offering another extra 33 HP with the help of new racing filter, catless kit and engine characteristics optimization.

Source: PP-Performance

September 28, 2015

KBR Motorsport and the Fierce BMW M3 Clubsport

KBR Motorsport BMW E92 M3 Clubsport Front View KBR Motorsport is a name we do not hear very often. This time the tuner is related with BMW and specifically with the M3 Clubsport model. The car was subject to a total transformation: starting with the interior, continuing to the external appearance and ending with the engine boost. As a result, KBR made an entirely sports car, full of thirst for motorsport experiences.

Weight Loss?

KBR Motorsport BMW E92 M3 Clubsport Interior

The interior of the 2013 M3 Coupe was entirely stripped down. And therefore the most logical thing to do was to remove all unnecessary parts like the seats, trim and cladding and sound insulation, which were all taken from both the cabin and the boot.

But to make things look pretty, KBR then painted the interior in body colour and bolted in a full white roll cage. The doors and rear trim panels are also new and are made from carbon-fibre. The removed seats were substituted with Recaro Profi SPG motorsport ones by 4-point Schroth race harnesses.

Visually, the M3 looks fairly close to the production variant. However, there are some additional elements like the carbon-fibre parts front splitter, mirrors and Clubsport rear wing.

Suspension, Brakes, Wheels & Tires

KBR Motorsport BMW E92 M3 Clubsport Rear View

KW delivered the Clubsport coil-over suspension system for this unique project. By the way, the suspension features adjustable top mounts. BBS Competition wheels were the next logical choice of the tuner. The alloys come in size of 9.5×19-inches and they were shod with 265/30ZR19 Pirelli Trofeo rubbers. Behind the wheels there is an uprated brake system, which uses Endless discs and brake pads.

Engine Boost

The consequence of the weight loss is the higher speed and better acceleration. But KBR also increased the output of the M3’s 4.0-litre V8 engine. They have done this via re-mapping the unit’s ECU. The result is 450 hp (331 kW) with 440 Nm (325 lb-ft) of torque.

The transmission software was also updated, thus improving the shifting with the customized engine. They also installed a device, which enhances e-gas throttle response. A GT4-spec oil cooler system and additional reservoir were added, too.

The backpressure of the exhaust system was lowered due to the removal of the primary catalytic converters and the modified rear silencer. In addition, the exhaust uses an in-house developed X-Pipe. But there is more to come, although KBR Motorsport didn’t announce what they will add to the M3.

Source: KBR

September 25, 2015

Liberty Walk Dodge Challenger Hellcat Goes Green

Liberty Walk Dodge Challenger Hellcat might seem to you as a very common name if you follow our blog regularly. And it is common. We have seen a similar car a couple of months ago, which was the result of the joint work of Liberty Walk and SR Auto Group. Unlike the first white car, this example comes in toxic green exterior color and this and no other reason (like electric motor) makes the vehicle go green.

The pure raw American muscle car is basically another angry cat that has come out of SR Auto’s bag. The Canadian tuning specialists have given it a Liberty Walk wide body kit. And we must admit that it gives the Dodge menacing and fierce look.

Liberty Walk Dodge Challenger Hellcat Rear and Side view

Just like the white Hellcat, the widened body was supported by Airrex air suspension system, which lowers the height of the Challenger significantly. The lowered ride height and the wider body proportions just screamed that they need new wheels.

So, the expert heard that and decided to install a set of forged three-piece PUR LG05 wheels with a matte black diamond face and polished step lip. With a compressor in the trunk, the lines run through to all four corners to increase and decrease pressure. Oh, and have we mentioned that the wheels measure 20-inches?

But there is still one problem. We can not decide which car we like better: the white one or the green one? What’s your choice?

Source: SR Auto Group

September 25, 2015

Irmscher Releases Special Edition Opel Insignia is3 Called ‘Bandit’

Irmscher Opel Insignia is3 Bandit is a very special edition car. First, it is an example of the exquisite work of the tuners and secondly it has so much power that no one have ever seen in an Insignia model. In other words, the car features exterior tuning as well as a furious power package.

Exterior

The Bandit has a typical face, which is dominated with some changes added by Irmscher. For example the front features new apron with underride splitter. At the sides, the car is extended by side skirts, while the rear got new diffuser. At the back we also see discreet rear wing, which provides inspiration for street racing.

In general, the car’s exterior color was decided in the dark hues. But there are some accents all over car’s body that come in gold. The same color is used to highlight the wheels, which by the way come in 20-inch dimension both front and rear. The alloys are in Turbo Star Exclusive Design and are made by the tuner.

Optimized Performance

Irmscher Opel Insignia is3 Bandit Rear View

The first step in optimizing the performance was to change the chassis. This was necessary due to the significant increase of power. Speaking of which, the engine received comprehensive revision with updates in the turbocharger, cooling and the intake and exhaust.

As a result, the Insignia now produces 370 hp (279 kW) and 600 Nm (443 lb-ft) of torque. Due to these changes, the acceleration time is now faster than ever. It takes 5.9 seconds for the Bandit to cover the 0-100 km/h acceleration sprint.

Source: Irmscher

September 25, 2015

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Comes Stronger in 2016 Model Year

Chevrolet Silverados for MY2016 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is finally revealed after being partially teased in July. The debut happened today at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas. Unfortunately back then we couldn’t grasp what’s new about it but we sincerely hope that this has changed and there is more to see from Chevy’s famous truck. All in all, the vehicle has more muscular design, more customer-focused technologies and other goodies that will grab future buyers’ attention. Here are the details.

What Has Changed for 2016 Model Year

The new generation Silverado features brand new muscular front end design, sculpted hood and signature LED lighting accents. In addition, the wheels will be driven by the eight-speed automatic transmissions. Additional safety technologies are also present: Forward Collision Alert, Lane Keep Assist and IntelliBeam high beam assist are in the list. Chevy has also updated its MyLink system and it now supports both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Distinctive Front

Chevrolet Silverado Front View

The new front end design is characterized by the advanced lighting and the strong Chevy Truck DNA. As you can see, the designers have integrated the lights into the sweeping horizontal elements and deep grille inserts, while the turn signals and brake lamps were wrapped around the corners of the truck.

In addition, the muscular front end is also strengthened by the sculpted hood. All trim levels include premium lighting with LED signature DRLs and park/turn lamps, while the LED fog lamps are only optional on LT and standard on LT Z71.

Furthermore, the LTZ, LTZ/Z71 and High Country models will be characterized by LED technology, including LED headlamps, daytime running lights, fog lights, park/turn signal lamps, and taillamps.

Drivetrains

Chevrolet Silverado Front and Side View

2016 Silverado 1500 has a fully boxed high-strength steel frame and a body structure that make extensive use of high strength steels. However, what’s more impressive is the drivetrain range. It comprises of three advanced EcoTec3 engines that feature direct fuel injection, continuously variable valve timing, and cylinder deactivation known as Active Fuel Management. The trio can switch to four-cylinder mode under light-load conditions.

The first engine is Silverado’s standard 4.3L V6, which has been rated at 285 horsepower (210 kW) and 413 Nm (305 lb-ft) of torque. The second one is more powerful, the 5.3L V8, certified at 355 horsepower (261 kW) and 519 Nm (383 lb-ft) of torque.

At the top of the range stands the 6.2L V8, which can produce up to 420 horsepower (308 kW) and 623 Nm (460 lb-ft) of torque. By the way, the new 8-speed automatic will come as a standard exactly in this engine-equipped Silverados. It will be also standard on LTZ, LTZ/Z71 and High Country Silverados with the 5.3L V8.

Now what do you think about this truck? Are these changes worth it or are they just unnecessary additional equipment?

Source: Chevrolet

September 24, 2015

Prior Design Transforming the Ferrari 458 Italia

Prior Design Ferrari Italia F458 Front View Prior Design is proud to present their latest project based on the Ferrari Italia F458. It is one of their best tunings we have seen so far and we decided to bring it forward to the public. Although 458 Italia is a sports car that barely needs modifications, Prior Design experts were courageous enough to step into fields that other tuners rarely do.

Basically, the conversion comprises not only of a widening aerodynamic kit, but also adds new wheels and tires, additional lowering as well as extra output for the famous car. And here are the steps of the tuning:

PD458WB Widebody Aero-Kit

This is the name of the amount of additional parts added to this Ferrari. As a result, the car is 60mm wider up front and 120 mm at the rear. This has been achieved via various elements like the new front and rear bumper, side skirts with add-on spoiler, the front fenders and the rear widenings. The bonnet is also new and it includes vents. PD also added trunk spoiler and vented engine covers.

The catch here is that if you have enough money, you can order these parts in carbon fiber variant. So in this way you will achieve not only more width, but also less weight.

Wheels & Tires Are Dramatic

Prior Design Ferrari Italia F458 Front and Side View

Wider proportions need bigger wheels to ride on. Hence, the three-piece forged alloys were added. They were made in-house and measure 21×9,5 at the front and 22×11,5 at the rear. The tires added are of the dimensions 255/30ZR21 and 325/25ZR21 at the front and rear, respectively. They are made by Continental.

More Goodies

Prior Design offers an H&R Sport Suspension on request. It will deliver to your Ferrari 35mm lowering, thus making it more menacing than before. There are also in-house made carbon-fiber engine compartment covers.

Interior

Inside, the car has been completed with leather seats in Alcantara and Nappa. The upholstery was is with red stitching.

PD Exhaust System & Engine Chip Tuning

Prior Design Ferrari Italia F458 Rear View

The tuners also ensured that there is a new exhaust system for this car. Precisely, it features 200Cell race cats, manifold and muffler with clap control. The exhaust also serves in terms of power improvement of up to 40PS. In addition, the performance was enhanced via Chiptuning. As a result, the Ferrari is now 30PS and 40Nm stronger.

Have you already enjoyed the gallery below?

Source: Prior Design

September 24, 2015

Fostla.de and PP-Performance Gather for a Special Audi RS3 Safety Car

Audi RS3 Safety Car by Fostla.de Front View Audi RS3 has been turned into a Safety Car via optical tuning and then taken to the experts at Fostla.de. They were working in collaboration with the power uprating specialists at PP-Performance to bring about the result we see in the pictures. The car looks stunning and very expressive, so let’s see in details what has happened to it.

After the serial Audi RS3 was modified into a safety car, the wrapping specialists have applied a full white foil to its exterior. Then they have added the details, thus creating a racing design effect. Partial wrapping of the rims followed by a stylish tinting of windows, and the front and rear lights, rounded out the work if Fostla.de.

To be as completed as possible, the safety car needed to be transformed in terms of power. Obviously, Fostla.de didn’t find enough the serial 350hp (250 kW) and 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) of the RS3. So they needed little help in boosting the stock engine.

Audi RS3 Safety Car by Fostla.de Rear View

They have eventually contacted the experts at PP-Performance, who ensured stage 3 tuning for this Audi. Via chip uprating, the output of the Audi is now 450 HP (331 kW) with the amazing 600 Nm (442 lb-ft) of optimum torque.

The greatest result is the 4 second time for the 0-100 km/h acceleration sprint. How cool is that? But wait, this is not all. The Vmax has been changed too, and it now reaches 310 kmph (190 mph).

Want more? You’ll get more with the BMC racing filter, the charge air cooler, the Wagner down pipe as well as the Milltek sports exhaust system. In other words, this project is definitely something to stare in awe. We like it very much and hope you have enjoyed it as much as we did!

Source: Fostla.de via Miranda Media

September 24, 2015

DMC Develops Stage 4 Program for Lambo Huracan that Gives it 1088HP!

Lamborghini Huracan Limited Edition LP1088 E-GT by DMC is a great example how a car that is regarded as perfection can strive for more. The tuners at DMC have been obviously busy creating a boost-kit for this Lambo, since it has brand new looks and power under the hood. Luckily, they didn’t change only the power output, but also the E-GT Huracan speeds up faster than before. Follow my thoughts if you want to know more.

Stage 4 Kit or the Limited Edition Lamborghini Huracan LP1088 E-GT by DMC

DMC LP1088 is a customization kit that is versatile in many aspects. First, it features a full body package that is so to say … very aggressive. Precisely, it adds in-house made bumpers, at the front and at the rear, which entirely replace the original ones.

At the sides, we see new skirts, while the back is adorned by a rear diffuser and those beautiful rear wings. To improve the handling further, DMC developed new spoiler, which is adjustable in three angles: GT Mode, Cruise Mode and Fun Mode.

Faster Than Before?

Lamborghini Huracan Limited Edition LP1088 E-GT by DMC Rear View

Of course it is faster than before! The twin turbo charged V10 produces 1,088 hp (800 kW) and 1000 Nm (738 lb-ft) of torque. These numbers are the main reason for the better acceleration time for the 0-100 km/h sprint, which is now estimated at 2.69 seconds. The maximum speed is 345 km/h.

Interior

The interior of this particular Lambo isn’t shown in details in the gallery below. However, DMC has ensured us that interior features the softest Italian leather with custom stitching patterns, mixed with one-off carbon parts. There are also special floor mats with customer’s initials, custom pedals, door panels, central console as well as firewall modifications.

Wheels on Fire

Lamborghini Huracan Limited Edition LP1088 E-GT by DMC Front View

DMC have chosen for the LP1088 project forged alloy wheels in the size of 9×20 and 12.5×21 inch at the front and rear respectively. Then, the alloys were shod with Pirelli P-Zero tires in the dimensions of 245/30R20 at the front and of 325/25R21 at the back.

Wonder if there will be more to see from DMC? Seems like they have surpassed any limitations.

Source: DMC

September 23, 2015

HPerformance Imagines Audi TT RS Clubsport in a Very Nice Way

HPerformance Audi TT RS Clubsport is a project we couldn’t pass. The car not only looks amazing with its black ‘dress’ and purposeful stance, but also has more power than its stock siblings. This of course, brings it one step closer to the dream car of many (including me) with its 500+HP potency.

So basically the tuners at HPerformance, who are by the way from Germany, have specialized in hardware and software modifications for the AUDI 5 cylinder models. Their practice has also led them to optimizing the present car: the stunning Audi TT RS Clubsport. Let’s see the effects they have achieved on it.

HPerformance Tuning in Details

HPerformance Audi TT RS Clubsport Engine

HPerformance has developed specific software for this Audi with the cool guys at MRT Performance. The uprate is ‘rated’ stage 5 and is supported by HPXT530 turbocharger, in-house made charge air cooler and 90 mm suction device with Ram air function.

Furthermore, the specialists have also installed plugs and high-pressure pump. As a matter of fact, due to the addition of 90 mm piping, the HPerformance Clubsport exhaust export version ‘screams’ like never before. The smart tuning for this TT RS includes new rollover bar, KW coilovers, Uniball strut towers and Mov’it racing brake system. The latter has 370×35 mm brake discs on the front and discs in 342×28 mm on the rear axle.

Enhanced Aerodynamics and End Result

HPerformance Audi TT RS Clubsport Rear View

In terms of aerodynamics, HPerformance has added big carbon-fiber Clubsport lip, lateral front flaps and a rear wing. As a result, the power output of the Audi TT RS Clubsport now reaches 510 HP (375 kW), while the optimum torque – 690 Nm (509 lb-ft).

Isn’t it a nice way to start your day riding this beautiful and powerful machine on your way to work? Ah, just dreaming…

Source: HPerformance via Miranda Media

September 23, 2015

Avenir-Inspired 2017 Buick LaCrosse Previewed

2017 Buick LaCrosse Teaser 2017 Buick LaCrosse has a brand new and more expressive face. The proof for this is the teaser image that has just been shown by the famous American company. In addition, Buick also says that LaCrosse’s design is inspired by the latest Avenir concept and it is actually a striking evolution from current Buick models.

Impressive or Expressive Front?

As you can see from the picture above, the car has a grille with a brand new design. In fact, it also comes to put a new face on the brand. This new appearance includes three-color tri-shield insignia set on a wing-shaped element. An interesting historical fact is that the tri-shield logo is rooted in company founder David Dunbar Buick’s Scottish family crest.

The trio of colors is contrasted via the darkened waterfall grille bars. The same element is also spanning the width of the opening, and in such way it is connecting the grille and headlamps, thus highlighting LaCrosse’s new sculptural surfacing.

Other Details

Initially, the design of Avenir was inspired by the 1954 Wildcat II concept. And the biggest news is that by 2018 this will be the new face of all Buick models.

Furthermore, the next-gen LaCrosse has a design which is based on a new chassis that is stronger but lighter than the current model. This chassis also promises more dynamic driving experience. Buick also revealed that new technologies such as the five-link rear suspension will be featured. By the way, this suspension contributes to a more responsive ride, while at the same time taking Buick’s signature quietness to a new threshold.

We don’t have to wait much longer than November to witness the full reveal of 2017 Buick LaCrosse. The premiere of the car is scheduled for the Los Angeles Auto Show.

September 23, 2015

G-POWER Surprises with Custom 700+HP Mercedes-AMG S63

G-POWER Mercedes-AMG S63 Front View G-POWER Mercedes-AMG S63 is a tuning we haven’t expected. Why? The reason is that we are used to seeing rather BMW modifications coming from this customizer. As you can expect from G-POWER they have concentrated in uprating the power of the S63 AMG and this has happened via ECU means.

Directly to the details: the significant amount of additional power and torque is generated by the G-POWER Bi-Tronik 5 V1 external ECU control module, which has been integrated into the cars CAN-BUS system. In this way, it sits between the original ECU and the engine. Installed via simple plug-and-play process, it can be removed just as quickly.

As a result, the G-POWER AMG S63 adds 120 horsepower (88 kW) and 100 Nm (74 lb-ft) of torque. If this doesn’t mean anything to you, then you should know that the total output of the vehicle now reaches 705 hp (518 kW) at 5,000 rpm and 1,000 Nm (738 lb-ft) of torque, delivered from 3,000-5,000 rpm.

G-POWER Mercedes-AMG S63 Rear View

With its extra power and torque, the S63 AMG now sprints from standstill to 100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds. Oh, and have I mentioned that there is no Vmax limiter? This means that the car continues accelerating until it achieves 330km/h.

Better handling, grip, braking and road appearance is ensured via the ultra-light HURRICANE RR forged alloy wheels. They are sized 9.0J and 10.5J x 21-inch and shod with 265/30R21 and 295/30R21 tires, at the front and rear, respectively. These wheels come in “Jet Black” with a diamond cut finish to their spoke faces.

G-POWER Mercedes-AMG S63 Graphic