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Prior Design Mercedes-Benz SL R230 Black Edition

Prior Design Mercedes-Benz SL R230 Black Edition - Front Angle
Prior Design has announced the special styling package for the Mercedes-Benz SL R230.

The aerodynamic package includes: a new front bumper, modified rear bumper, new front fenders, modified front bonnet, a pair of side skirts, rear widenings, a rear diffusor, rear trunk spoiler, front lip spoiler and replacement windshield water tank.

All parts are tested and approved and the result is really amazing.

The tuning company didn’t release any information about performance packages, but the new turbocharged engines of Mercedes are just perfect for additional upgrades.

Complete BLACKEDITION Aerodynamic-Kit includes:

rear bumper

front fenders

front bonnet

side skirts

rear widenings

rear diffusor

rear trunk spoiler

front lip spoiler

replacement windshield water tank

Source: Prior Design

July 22, 2011

McLaren’s First Showroom in Germany

McLaren is going to open its first two showrooms in Germany, today. McLaren Dusseldorf and McLaren Hamburg are scheduled to open their doors in time for the 2011 Formula 1™ German Grand Prix which will take place at the Nurburgring this coming weekend.

The new MP4-12C high-performance sports car will be offered as well as a wide range of services. Every showroom will exhibit a piece of history to highlight McLaren’s rich heritage with each McLaren showroom displaying a real McLaren race car, driven by some of the finest racing drivers in the world.

McLaren Dusseldorf will exhibit MP4/5 which took Alain Prost to a world championship title in 1989 and Hamburg’s showroom will have MP4/6, the car in which Ayrton Senna won his third, and last championship title, in 1991.

Two more showrooms are planned for this autumn – in Frankfurt and Munich.

McLaren's First Showroom in Germany Outside

Source: McLaren

July 21, 2011

MTM Audi A1 Nardo Edition

MTM has announced the new brutal Audi A1 Nardo Edition. The car is specially designed to set top speed records.MTM Audi A1 Nardo Edition is boosted to whopping 500PS (368 kW) and 600Nm (442 lb-ft) of torque.

The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox, which send all power to the LSD at the front wheels. 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and the top speed is 324 km/h (201 mph).

The tuned A1 didn’t use any aerodynamics modifications, except wheel covers. Still, it went over the 200 mph barrier.

A lot of tuning companies test their vehicle’s Vmax at the annual Nardo Highspeed meeting. This year the participants included a 9ff Porsche 911 GT3, MKB McLaren SLR, G-Power BMW M3, SpeedArt Porsche Cayenne Turbo and the MTM Audi A1.

Source: GTSpirit

July 21, 2011

Seat Leon 1.2 TSI S Copa Price – £13 995

Seat has announced the brand’s dynamic new Leon 1.2 TSI S Copa model, which is already available for just £13 995.

The car comes with rich standard equipment like – 16” alloy wheels, dual zone climate control, Bluetooth phone connectivity, a multi-function steering wheel and cruise control.

It is available with a new 1.2-litre TSI 105 PS turbocharged petrol or the Spaniards’ super-frugal 1.6-litre TDI common rail 105 PS turbodiesel.

Copa is a new trim level launched earlier this year, which offer better value for money. It is currently available for the stylish Ibiza supermini and sporty Leon family hatchback.

‘Today’s new car market remains an ultra-competitive place with buyers understandably keen to grab every last ounce of value from their new car purchase.”, commented SEAT UK Head of Marketing, Steve Robertson.

“I’m sure our enhanced finance deals – which make the Leon S Copa as affordable as it is luxurious – will convince even more buyers that the time is right to switch to SEAT.”, he finished.
Check out the price list, below!

Source: Seat

July 21, 2011

Ferrari 458 Italia Grand Am

Ferrari has announced the new 458 Italia Grand Am race car, which is even more fast and brutal version than the magnificent road model. The car has been developed in conjunction with Michelotto Automobili, based on the GT3 version of the V8 Ferrari berlinetta, with the aim of racing in the famous North American series.

The car meets also safety and performance regulations, so it features the same 4.5 liter hi-revving V8 engine, but with 500PS (368 kW). The reducing of power is because of the 48 mm restrictor and maximum revs are 8000.

Still, the car is much faster, because it features a roll bar, high performance braking system, a Continental tires, widened tracks and massive rear wing. The ABS and traction control have been removed.

On its shakedown today, it completed a good number of trouble-free laps, 45 to be precise in the hands of Maurizio Mediani and Jaime Melo, as they took turns at the wheel.

Source: Ferrari

July 20, 2011

2011 Fiat Panda 1.2 Active Price – £6 645

Fiat has announced the new Euro 5 engine range for the 2011 Panda. It includes 1.2-litre Euro 5 petrol fitted on – Panda 1.2 Active, 1.2 MyLife, 1.2 Dynamic and the diesel 1.3 MultiJet available for Dynamic trim level. Both engines boast higher top speed, stronger acceleration, improved fuel consumption and lower CO₂ figures.

The 1.2-litre Euro 5 engine replaces the Panda’s previous entry-level 1.1-litre petrol unit. It develops 69BHP. 0 to 100 km/h in 13.4 s and a top speed of 162 km/h (101mph). It returns 57.6mpg on combined cycle and has a CO₂ figure of 113g/km.

The 1.3-litre MultiJet boasts slightly better performance – 13.1 s to 100 km/h and a maximum speed of 165 km/h (103mph). With a combined cycle fuel consumption figure of 67.3mpg, it gives a 109g/km CO₂ figure.

All versions are generously equipped, with even the entry-level Active offering power steering, electric front windows, body coloured bumpers and driver and passenger airbags as standard.

MyLife cars adds alloy wheels, remote central locking and 12V power socket, while Dynamic trim adds, among a long list, body coloured door mirrors and handles, roof bars, air conditioning, pearlescent paint, split folding rear seat, MP3 player and fog lights.

Check out the price list, below!

Prices (OTR) for the new Euro 5 Fiat Panda range are as follows:

1.2 Active	£8,445 (currently available at £6,645)
1.2 MyLife	£9,255 (currently available at £7.245)
1.2 Dynamic	£9,865
1.3 16v MultiJet Dynamic	£12,285

Source: Fiat

July 20, 2011

AMS Alpha 12 R35 GT-R: 1/4 mile World Record 9.05 at 166.66mph

The Alpha 12 performance package is now fact and it boosts the mighty Nissan GT-R to whopping 1327PS (976 kW) and 1347Nm (995 lb-ft).

The previous record with Alpha 10 was 9.33 seconds at 153mph, a now there is a new one – 9.05 at 166.66mph (267 km/h) for the Alpha 12.

Because of the brutal power, the tuned Nissan managed to get full traction only in 5^th gear, which means four-wheel spin to 4^th. Nice! Still, the car looks like it is capable to go on public roads.

So, the AMS Performance smashed their own record with the new monster drag racer. Check out the video below, where you will see a number of starts as well as dyno test of the Alpha 12.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgJp-hLOrNo

Source: AMS Performance via Youtube

July 20, 2011

2012 Nissan Leaf US

Nissan North America Inc. has announced a number of upgrades for the 2012 Leaf. They are based on feedback from the thousands of owners who already have driven several millions of miles in the first 100-percent electric car for the mass market.

“Many enthusiastic consumers have eagerly anticipated ordering a Nissan LEAF of their own, and now we can make zero-emissions mobility a reality in more markets,” commented Brian Carolin, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing, Nissan North America.

“In response to direct feedback from Nissan LEAF owners, the features that customers want most will come standard on the 2012 Nissan LEAF – including quick charging and cold-weather features.”, he added.

2012 Nissan LEAF US is priced at $35 200 for the SV trim level, and $37 250 for the SL trim level. The monthly lease price will begin at a highly competitive $369.

2012 Nissan Leaf US:

DC Fast Charge capability standard on Nissan LEAF SL: The vast majority of MY11 consumers have opted for the DC fast charge port, which allows the vehicle to be charged at 480V – reducing charging time to under 30 minutes for charging the vehicle to 80 percent from a fully depleted state. As DC fast charge stations proliferate across the country, Nissan expects this feature to become even more popular. For 2012, fast-charging capability will be standard on the SL trim level.

Cold weather features standard on Nissan LEAF: As the Nissan LEAF rolls out to U.S. markets with colder climates, cold weather features become standard equipment on all trim levels of the Nissan LEAF. These include a battery warmer, heated steering wheel, and heated seats in both the front and rear.

Source: Nissan

July 20, 2011

Lorinser Mercedes CLS C218

Lorinser has introduced a new styling packaged for the 2011 Mercedes CLS C218. Despite, the new CLS was released back in June last year, Lorinser is new first to announce a personalization program for the car.

Lorinser Mercedes CLS C218 received a new front bumper with LED daytime running lights, a pair of modified side skirts, a new rear apron, a trunk lid spoiler and a rear window spoiler. The new CLS also gets new front fenders with vents for cooling the brakes and a new sport exhaust system with quad tail pipes.

The tuner also offers two new sets of rims, available in a silver a matt black finish. The car has been lowered for better stance and handling.

No details released about performance packages, but the new turbocharged diesel and petrol engines are perfect to get ECU re-maps.

Source: Lorinser

July 19, 2011

Audi A5 DTM Concept [renderings]

Audi has released the first renderings of the A5 DTM concept, which will have its official premiere at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. The project name is R17 and is planned to succeed the successful A4 DTM. Shortly after these new, BMW has announced its M3 DTM Concept car. The rivalry between Audi and BMW continues.

Audi A5 DTM Concept is powered by a V8 engine, directly taken from the A4 DTM. It delivers 460HP (340 kW). The power unit is mated to the proven 6-speed transmission.

The car also features has a high-strength carbon-fiber monocoque with a steel roll cage that is fully-compliant with the latest safety regulations. A5 DTM Concept also has a larger rear wing and a reduction of the permitted aerodynamics components. The concept studies of the Audi A5 DTM by the Audi Design Team merely suggest the looks of the new Audi race touring car.

“In 2012 new Technical Regulations will come into effect in the DTM,” said Head of Audi Motorsport Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich.

“We’ve got exactly the right model for that in the A5. We’re convinced that we’ll be able to continue Audi’s success story with it in the DTM.”, he added.

Source: Audi

July 19, 2011

BMW M3 DTM Concept Car

BMW has introduced the new M3 DTM race car, which will be on show to motorsport fans and visitors to BMW Welt at the weekend. The car offers an initial impression of what the BMW M3 DTM will look like when it lines up at the start of the 2012 season.

BMW M3 DTM race car is powered by the powerful V8 engine equipped with the air restrictor as detailed in the technical regulations. It develops 480BHP (353 kW), which is enough to catapult the car to 100 km/h in about 3 seconds and to hit a top speed of 300 km/h.

“It is good to see how our DTM project is picking up speed,” said Dr. Draeger.

“Next year, BMW returns to the DTM after two decades. We will be facing our main competitors in the premium sector – and are already looking forward to this challenge. The DTM comeback sees BMW return to its roots. We have enjoyed great success in production car racing in the past, and I am convinced we will follow on in 2012 where we left off. Everyone at BMW Motorsport is working hard to ensure we get off to a successful start next season.”, he added.

Priaulx and Farfus have been confirmed as the first drivers to take to the track with the BMW M3 DTM in the 2012 season and during the intense test phase. Both drivers arrive in the DTM with impressive wins and titles to their names. Priaulx won the 2004 European Touring Car Championship for BMW, and followed that up with three World Championship titles between 2005 and 2007. The racing driver from the Channel Island of Guernsey (GB) has also proven his class in GT racing, with victory at the 2005 Nurburgring 24 Hours (DE) and first in the GT class at this year’s 12-hour race at Sebring (US).

Source: BMW

July 19, 2011

SsangYong model range in the UK

SsangYong Motor UK has announced the price list for all models, which will be imported in the United Kingdom.

The future of SsangYong as a global vehicle producer has recently been secured following a 70 per cent acquisition of the Korean company by Indian engineering conglomerate Mahindra & Mahindra, and now the brand’s future in the UK is assured thanks to new investment in the importing company.

“This is superb news for our dealers and customers who have been so loyal to the brand,” commented Paul Williams, managing director of the current importer.

SsangYong Motor UK will operate from the existing parts logistics centre in Luton and administration office in Fleet.

UK model line up:

Korando – This all new crossover model which was designed in Europe by Giugiaro, will be available in three trim levels – S, ES and EX, the choice of two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive, and manual and automatic transmission. Prices will be confirmed at the launch, but expected to range from below £17 000 to around £23 000.

Rexton 2 – The seven seat Rexton 2 will be available as the 270 S with manual or automatic transmission, and 270 EX with automatic transmission as standard. On the road prices start from £19 995. A commercial variant, the Rexton CS, will also be available with two seats, a good sized load area and either manual of automatic transmission. Prices start from £19 944.

Rodius – Rodius will be available as the 270 S manual, the 270 ES with a choice of either manual or automatic transmission, and the top specification 270 EX with all-wheel drive and automatic transmission. All models have seven seats as standard, and on the road prices start from £14 995.

Source: SsangYong

July 19, 2011

Author: Victor Ivanov