Victor Ivanov – Page 11 – Automobiles Review

Geigercars Chevrolet Camaro Z28

Geigercars.de has unveiled their latest project based on the extreme Chevrolet Camaro Z28. The sports car is able to complete a lap on the northern loop of the Nurburgring in just 7 minutes and 37 seconds. The tuning specialists offer an engine conversion giving additional boost of 120HP and 88Nm of torque.

The performance kit boosts the 7.0 liter LS7 V8 engine to 620HP (456 kW) at 6,500RPM and 725Nm (537 lb-ft) of torque. The price is €13,000 including VAT at 19 %.

Geigercars have the new Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 in stock and it can be delivered immediately. The conversion time for a newly ordered “Geiger Camaro Z/28” is approximately two days.

Besides the engine upgrade, the new Camaro Z28 is simply astonishing sports car. It comes with complete aerodynamics body kit, a quad sports exhaust system and a set of enormous 19” alloy wheels fitted with Pirelli PZero Trofeo R ultra-performance tires.

The interior features a pair of Recaro sport seats, a flat-bottom sports steering wheel, Octane matte trim and a new rear seat from high-density foam for more rigid structure.

Other nice feature is the Brembo carbon ceramic brake system. There’s also a track-tuned suspension with stiffer springs and adjustable spool-valve dampers.

Source: Geigercars.de

August 15, 2014

ABT Performance Cockpit – ZENEC-Naviceiver

ABT is now offering Performance Cockpit available for more than one hundred different cars and engines by VW, Skoda and Seat: Golf, Octavia and Leon plus Yeti or T5 and others.

“With the new ABT PERFORMANCE COCKPIT this is different,“ says CEO Hans-Jürgen Abt. “Here the driver always sees what’s happening with the engine”.

A high-quality ZENEC-Naviceiver displays the range of the maximum available ABT Power being used and also other interesting data like exhaust temperature, petrol, oil and boost pressure, vehicle voltage and oil temperature. It also shows the latest torque.

The Abt Performance Cockpit is only available in combination with specially pre-equipped upratings and was developed in conjunction with the ZENEC multi-media specialists. The package is based upon a device triad: the data are provided by the specially adapted ABT engine control unit (AEC), which increases the engine’s performance, and this information is conveyed to the ZENEC-Naviceiver Z-E2015 via the new ABT Gateway Interface.

The prices for the high-quality ZENEC-Naviceiver in combination with an ABT uprating start at €2,550 in Germany, depending customer’s car. With the Abt Performance Cockpit, drivers do not only feel their uprating but also see it.

Source: ABT

August 15, 2014

Kahn Design Land Rover Defender 110 Wide Arch Kit

Kahn Design is now offering Wide Arch Kit for Land Rover Defender 110. The package consists of a four piece front and rear wings manufactured in high quality carbon composite. There are also machined aluminium side vents available as an option.

The customers can choose their own colour scheme and the possibilities are just endless. Due to the unique way the Land Rover Defender is manufactured, each vehicle has it’s very own character. Because of that, the upgrades created by Kahn Design may require slight manipulation to ensure perfect fitment.

The upgrade is now available to order for £2,999, and Kahn Design offer an expert fitting service at £2,250, each exclusive of VAT.

The exterior also boasts 9J x 20” Mondial black wheels fitted with proper tires, which are also available to order. The front hood comes with Kahn signature and the headlights are tinted to underline the strong presence of the big SUV.

Land Rover Defender 110 is one of the best off-road vehicles and with several exterior modifications doesn’t look bad at all.

The new Defender is available with EU5 2.2 litre diesel engine, ventilated discs and detail improvements to the three speed-limiting options were also added for fleet users wanting to benefit from effective control of fuel costs.

It produces 122HP (90 kW) at 3,500RPM and 360Nm (267 lb-ft) of torque at 2,000RPM. 0-100 km/h in 14.7 seconds and a top speed of 144 km/h (90 mph).

Source: Kahn Design

August 14, 2014

Polestar Volvo V60 D6 Plug-in Hybrid – More Power

Polestar is now offering a power upgrade for Volvo V60 D6 Plug-in Hybrid. The super-economical touring car boasts impressive performance and extremely low fuel consumption.

The powertrain includes a 2.4 liter five-cylinder diesel and an electric motor – combined output of 302HP (222 kW) and 670Nm (494 lb-ft) of torque. This is an increase of 16HP (11 kW) and 30Nm (22 lb-ft) of torque compared to the normal version. The power is put on the road through a 6-speed automatic gearbox. This is the most powerful diesel-powered Volvo ever.

0-100 km/h in 6.0 seconds and a top speed of 230 km/h (143 mph) – electronically limited. The Polestar version is 0.1 seconds quicker than the normal model. The combined fuel consumption is just 1.8 liters / 100 km (130.6 mpg US or 157 mpg UK) with CO2 emissions of 48 g/km.

The electric motor is powered by a 11.2 kWh lithium-ion battery pack installed under the floor of the load compartment.

The power upgrade is offered with warranty and can be purchased in Sweden, UK and The Netherlands. The price is available upon request and installation should be made through official dealer.

Source: Polestar Racing

August 14, 2014

2015 Hyundai i20

Hyundai has unveiled the 2015 i20 which is expected to make official public debut at the 2014 Paris Motor Show in October. The small city car boasts refined look, extended wheelbase and additional standard equipment.

The exterior is an evolution of the company’s Fluidic Sculpture design language. The car looks a lot better than the predecessor. The black C-pillar is a very nice soluition giving the impression of a floating roof. The dimensions are: 4,035 mm in length, 2,570 mm wheelbase (extended by 45 mm) and a combined front and rear legroom of 1,892mm, a best-in-class figure. The i20 also offers 320 liter luggage space.

The top-of-range models will get LED rear taillights, a rearview camera and a panoramic sunroof. There are also DRLs (daytime running lights) as well as turning signals with LED technology.

The interior comes with a new multi-function steering wheel, armrest with storage compartment as well as rear vents for the air conditioning and driver seat height adjustment. Other notable features include revised instrument cluster, USB, Start/Stop button and Bluetooth connectivity.

The engine range includes a 1.2 liter Kappa petrol with 83HP (61 kW) and a 1.4 liter CRDi with 90HP (66 kW). Both are connected to a 6-speed manual gearbox.

Safety features:

Dual airbags
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Smart pedal for better control during panic braking
Impact Sensing Door Unlock
Advanced Rear Parking Camera with Steering Adaptive Parking Guide Lines
Reverse Parking sensors for enhanced convenience

Source: Hyundai

August 14, 2014

2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat – 707HP and 880Nm

Nowadays, all car manufacturers are competing to introduce more fuel efficient cars – plug-in hybrids, all-electric and even hybrid hyper vehicles like McLaren P1 and Porsche 918. No. Dodge has introduced worlds quickest, fastest and most powerful production sedan – Charger SRT Hellcat.

The engine is taken from the Challenger SRT Hellcat – a 6.2 liter supercharged V8 – 707HP (527 kW) and 880Nm (650 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to an 8-speed automatic gearbox sending all that power to the rear wheels. ¼ mile is covered in just 11.0 seconds and the top speed is whopping 328 km/h (204 mph); 0-160-0 km/h in less than 13.0 seconds.

There are five driving modes:

Custom — Allows the driver to personalize the vehicle’s performance

Sport — Delivers increased vehicle performance capability over the Default Mode

Track — Delivers maximum vehicle performance capability on smooth, dry surfaces

Default — Activates automatically when starting the vehicle

Eco — Maximizes fuel economy with a revised shift schedule, pedal map and second-gear starts

The exterior boasts an aggressive design featuring modified front fascia, a new front grille and LED-infused headlights. There is also a power-bulge aluminum hood with a CAI (cold air intake) and heat extractors. Other highlights include a new rear bumper, lip spoiler for the trunk, dual sports exhaust system and a set of enormous 20” alloy wheels fitted with Pirelli P Zero high-performance tires.

The interior features a new sport steering wheel with flat bottom, heated and vented sport seats upholstered in Nappa leather and Alcantara. There is also a digital instrument cluster, impressive 900 watts 18-speaker HK (Harman Kardon) premium audio system and Uconnect infotainment system with an 8.4” touchscreen display.

Last, but not least is the largest front-brake system ever fitted in a Chrysler Group vehicle – 390mm (15.4”) Brembo two-piece rotors with 6-piston calipers. It ensures ultimate stopping power and outstanding heat management and thermal capacity and longevity.

Source: Dodge

August 14, 2014

Lamborghini Huracan LP610-4 Super Trofeo [video]

Carspotter Jeroen has published a nice video of the incredible Lamborghini Huracan LP 610-4 Super Trofeo. Although the car is not officially unveiled, obviously it exists and looks amazing.

The track-only Huracan Super Trofeo boasts a complete aerodynamics package including an aggressive front splitter, a pair of modified side skirts and an enormous rear wing. There are also some red accents and all parts are manufactured from carbon fiber. Other highlights include vented front fenders and black ultra-light alloy wheels fitted with Pirelli P Zero slick tires.

The interior is completely stripped and comes with a roll-cage, a race-spec steering wheel and a digital instrument display.

For, now the performance specs are not available but the sports car will be a lot lighter and faster than the normal Huracan.

2014 Lamborghini Huracan LP610-4 is powered by a 5.2 liter V10 – 610HP (448 kW) and 560Nm (413 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 3.2 seconds, 0-200 km/h in 9.9 seconds and a top speed of 325 km/h (202 mph).

Lamborghini Huracan Super Trofeo is expected to be officially unveiled tomorrow at the The Quail in Monterey, CA. It is going to compete in next year’s Blancpain Super Trofeo.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1spGPR1hn7o

Source: Carspotter Jeroen via Youtube

August 14, 2014

BMW 4-Series Convertible – ///M Performance

BMW is going to offer a number of ///M Performance upgrades for the all-new 4-Series Convertible. The stylish drop-top will become even more impressive when fitted with these goodies.

The exterior boasts several carbon fiber accessories like a new front splitter, a pair of modified side skirts and of course a new rear diffuser. Other highlights include black kidney grilles, carbon fiber mirror caps and different styles of wheels ranging from 18” to 20” fitted with proper tires.

The interior features a new impressive sports steering wheel fully wrapped in premium quality Alcantara. It also has polycarbonate cover for the OLED display screen and colored LEDs. Other special features include real-time fuel efficiency data; average fuel economy and average speed. There is also a sport mode as well as race mode with a number of interesting data: lap time, max speed, max G-force, 60′ time, 330′ time, 1,000′ time, 1/8 and 1/4 mile times and trap speeds.

The interior also can be ordered with carbon fiber trim elements, alloy pedals and a carbon fiber gear knob.

The German manufacturer will also offer a performance package boosting the engines in the range with up to 34HP (25 kW).

Source: BMW

August 13, 2014

ABT 2014 Audi S1 – 310HP and 440Nm

Abt Sportsline has revealed their latest project based on the ultra-hot small hatchback – 2014 Audi S1. The largest tuner of cars produced by Audi and Volkswagen Group offers a number of modifications for the S1 including: new suspension, improved aerodynamics as well as new wheels and incredible performance.

“The Audi S1 tuned by ABT is huge fun,“ commentes Hans-Jürgen Abt, the ABT Sportsline CEO.

The S1 is powered by a 2.0 liter TFSI turbocharged four-cylinder engine – 310HP (228 kW) and 440Nm (326 lb-ft). This is an increase of 79HP and 70Nm turning the small city car into an extreme racing machine.

The ride height is lowered by 30mm by using a set of new sport springs. The stance is further improved by a new enormous alloy wheels – 18” DR Gun-Metal rims or Z5 in titanium matte.

“Our Audi S1 combines a great look and dynamic handling, with safety still a priority,“ says Hans-Jürgen Abt

ABT S1 – data and facts

ABT ENGINE TECHNOLOGY

Engine: 2.0 TFSI, 1984 cc capacity

Performance Tuning: ABT POWER New Generation

Performance: 310 hp/228 kW (Serial: 231 hp/170 kW) and 440 Nm (Serial: 370 Nm)

ABT AERODYNAMICS

ABT fender inserts

ABT WHEELS

DR- and Z5-Design in 8.0 x 18 inch ET30 or ET35

Available also as complete set of wheels with sports tires in 225/50 R18

ABT SUSPENSION

ABT suspension springs (front axle/rear axle minus 30mm)

ABT INTERIOR

ABT floor mats

ABT integrated entrance light

Source: ABT

August 13, 2014

2015 Nissan 370Z – US Pricing $29,990

Nissan US has announced the pricing for the 2015 370Z Coupe, 370Z Roadster and 370Z NISMO. All models offer an expanded range of trim level as well as a lot of other key enhancements – starting with a new design for the ultra-performance NISMO model. The 370Z Coupe starts at just $29,990, the Roadster is $41,820 and the NISMO has a price tag of $41,990.

In conjunction with the addition of new trim levels, all option packages have been removed, streamlining the ordering and purchase process.

The engine is the well-known 3.7 liter naturally aspirated DOHC V6 – 332HP (244 kW) featuring Variable Valve Event and Lift Control (VVEL) and choice of 6-speed manual transmission with an available SynchroRev Match synchronized downshift rev matching system or a 7-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters.

The NISMO model comes with improved aerodynamics, Hyper LED DRLs, black headlight bezels, signature NISMO red stripe accents and reshaped and downsized rear spoiler. It is offered in just four exterior colors – Solid Red, Magnetic Black, Brilliant Silver and Pearl White. The interior features redesigned black-and-red Recaro leather seats with Alcantara accents. The engine is boosted to 350HP (257 kW) and 373Nm (276 lb-ft).

The 370Z NISMO also features a 4-wheel independent suspension, large Nissan Sport Brakes and a Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD).

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2015 Nissan 370Z Coupe:

370Z Coupe 6MT	$29,990 USD
370Z Coupe 7AT	$31,290 USD
370Z Coupe Sport 6MT	$33,570 USD
370Z Coupe Sport 7AT	$34,870 USD
370Z Coupe Sport Tech 6MT	$37,070 USD
370Z Coupe Sport Tech 7AT	$38,370 USD
370Z Coupe Touring 6MT	$37,970 USD
370Z Coupe Touring 7AT	$39,270 USD

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2015 Nissan 370Z NISMO:

370Z Coupe NISMO 6MT	$41,990 USD
370Z Coupe NISMO 7AT	$43,290 USD
370Z Coupe NISMO Tech 6MT	$45,490 USD
370Z Coupe NISMO Tech 7AT	$46,790 USD

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2015 Nissan 370Z Roadster:

370Z Roadster 7AT	$41,820 USD
370Z Roadster Touring 6MT	$45,270 USD
370Z Roadster Touring 7AT	$46,570 USD
370Z Roadster Touring Sport 6MT	$48,100 USD
370Z Roadster Touring Sport 7AT	$49,400 USD

Source: Nissan

August 13, 2014

Burton Racing BMW 128i – Street Tuner Victory at Road America

BMW 128i Coupe managed to scoop the first ST victory of the 2014 Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge season in Saturday’s 2.5-hour race at Road America, in Elkhart Lake. It was piloted by the 2013 Street Tuner class champions – Terry Borcheller and Mike LaMarra.

BMW drivers also scored fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth place Street Tuner class finishes. Bimmerworld Racing’s three 328i machines finished fifth, seventh and eighth. Ted Giovanis and David Murray finished sixth in the No. 64 Team TGM 328i. Logically, the result moved BMW to the top of the Manufacturer’s points standings.

“We’ve been closing in on the podium throughout the season and got very close to a win at Indy,” commented Keith Burton, Burton Racing Team Principal.

“It is extremely satisfying to win here at Road America and validates all of our hard work this year. I believe we are back in a position where we can fight for another championship for BMW.”, he added.

the No. 46 Fall-Line Motorsport BMW M3 of John Edwards and Trent Hindman finished 4^th. The car started from the pole and led 18 laps of the 54 lap contest, only 1.768 seconds separating the car from the winner at the checkered flag. The next best finishing BMW M3 was the No. 97 Turner Motorsport car of Tom Kimber-Smith and Michael Marsal in 13^th.

“Congratulations to Mike and Terry and the entire Burton Racing team on their return to the podium and their first Street Tuner win of the season,” said Gordon McDonnell, BMWNA Motorsport Manager.

“In Grand Sport, both John and Trent put up a great fight in the Fall-Line Motorsport BMW M3 to finish fourth, but the new Camaro seems to have a distinct advantage in the class.”, he finished.

Source: BMW

August 13, 2014

Haiopai Racing – Three Unique Volkswagen Golfs from Cam Shaft

Cam Shaft are famous with their extraordinary good craftsmanship, which is absolutely necessary for the transparency print technology. The tuning company offers full customization for your vehicle including body foil wrap, custom interior and performance upgrades.

„Haiopai Racing“ is a group of motorsport enthusiasts, showing their love for the world’s most extreme race track – the Nurburgring-Nordschleife. Three extremely tuned and customized Volkswagen Golf VI hit the race track. All of them come with lowered suspension provided by H&R, lightweight wheels fitted with high-performance tires and boosted engines – up to 355HP (261 kW). The result is thanks to a new turbocharger, custom downpipe, complete sports exhaust system and an ECU re-map.

Of course, all three cars come with bucket seats, 4-poing harness, big brake systems and roll-cages. It is always a pure pleasure for a petrol head to take his everyday car to the race track. Still, safety should be highly considered and no compromises should be made.

Other highlights include various carbon fiber elements for the exterior like a new front splitter, rear diffuser and mirror caps. Complete foliation is also present and it is different for all three cars.It expresses the unique taste of the owners and their racing nature.

Source: Cam Shaft

August 13, 2014

Author: Victor Ivanov