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Duke Dynamics Lamborghini Huracan Minotauro

Duke Dynamics are ready with another interesting project based on the all-new Lamborghini Huracan. The successor of the best-selling Gallardo has gone out in a couple of month and the tuning companies already started to improve it. The name of the project is Minotauro.

The exterior boasts a complete styling package including new front and rear bumpers as well as a pair of new side skirts and wider front fenders. There is also a new diffuser and an optional carbon lip spoiler.

No words about performance upgrades, but Huracan comes with an updated 5.2 liter naturally-aspirated V10 – 610HP (448 kW) and 560Nm (413 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 3.2 seconds and a top speed of 325 km/h (202 mph).

Source: Duke Dynamics

February 24, 2014

Renault Clio RS Monaco GP Edition

First official picture of the Renault Clio RS Monaco GP has published in the internet. The small hot hatchback is expected to make its official debut at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show in March.

The Monaco GP Edition comes with few styling upgrades like an exclusive White Frost Pearl exterior with gloss black front grille, mirror casings, window surrounds and on the lower section of the front bumper. There is also a new set of 18” five-spoke alloy wheels.

The interior boasts some white elements on the dashboard and door panels as well as an RS Monitor showing all kinds of information and performance data.

The Clio RS Monaco GP is powered by a 1.6 liter turbocharged gasoline engine – 200HP (147 kW) and 234Nm (177 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds and a top speed of 230 km/h (143 mph). The engine is connected to a dual-clutch 6-speed automatic transmission sending the power to the front wheels.

Source: Renault

February 24, 2014

2014 Ford Focus Facelift – Updated Engine Range

Ford has released full details about the 2014 Focus Facelift, which comes with updated exterior, interior and engine range. The hatchback will make its public debut at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show, next week. It is expected to hit the market in the second half of this year, but pricing is not announced, yet.

The exterior boasts new bumpers and headlights as well as new rear lights. There are also four completely new body panels and the Aston Martin-like front grille. 2014 Focus is available in additional new exterior colours – Deep Impact Blue and Glace Blue. It also boasts lower and wider stance as well as some new chrome details.

“The vision was to add more emotion to the design of Focus,” commented Martin Smith, executive design director, Ford of Europe.

“The new Focus is more toned, and more athletic, with more refined surface language; and clearly offers a promise of the drive experience to come.”, he added.

The interior also comes with some upgrades like more intuitive layout, new steering wheel and central stack with fewer controls and switches. The new black satin trim and chrome detailing contribute to a cleaner, more modern look, and more logical and intuitive functions.

The engine range includes a new 1.5 liter EcoBoost – 150HP (110 kW) and 180HP (132 kW) variants. There is also a new 1.5 liter TDCi with 95HP (70 kW) or 120HP (88 kW). Other engines in the range are the familiar 1.0 liter EcoBoost – 100HP (74 kW) and 125HP (92 kW) variants and a 1.6 liter TI-VCT with 85HP (63 kW), 105HP (77 kW) and 125HP (92 kW) versions. The 2.0 liter TDCi with 150HP (116 kW) is also available as well as an electric model with 145HP (107 kW).

The gearbox variants are 5- and 6-speed manuals, a 6-speed automatic and a 6-speed speed PowerShift automatic (depending on engine choice). The US-spec model will be offered for the first time with 1.0 liter EcoBoost linked exclusively to a 6-speed manual.

Other changes include upgraded front dampers with two additional steps in damper valving as well as stiffer front and rear bushes providing improved stability and traction. Last, but not least is the updated the electric power steering and modified ESC system.

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* New Ford Focus provisional powertrain line-up in the UK:

CAPACITY	POWER	TRANSMISSION
1.0L EcoBoost petrol	100 PS	five-speed manual
1.0L EcoBoost petrol	125 PS	six-speed manual
1.0L EcoBoost petrol	125 PS	six-speed automatic (2015)
1.5L EcoBoost petrol	150 PS	six-speed manual
1.5L EcoBoost petrol	150 PS	six-speed automatic (2015)
1.5L EcoBoost petrol	180 PS	six-speed manual
1.5L EcoBoost petrol	180 PS	six-speed automatic (2015)
1.6L TI-VCT petrol	85 PS	five-speed manual
1.6L TI-VCT petrol	105 PS	five-speed manual
1.6L TI-VCT petrol	125 PS	six-speed PowerShift automatic
1.5L ECOnetic diesel	105 PS	six-speed manual
1.5L TDCi diesel	120 PS	six-speed PowerShift automatic (2015)
1.6L TDCi diesel	95 PS	six-speed manual
1.6L TDCi diesel	115 PS	six-speed manual
2.0L TDCi diesel	150 PS	six-speed manual
2.0L TDCi diesel	150 PS	six-speed PowerShift automatic
Electric	145 PS	single-speed automatic

Source: Ford

February 24, 2014

ABT Volkswagen Golf VII R – 370HP and 460Nm

ABT Sportsline has presented their latest project based on Volkswagen Golf VII R. The hot hatchback comes with more power and some nice styling upgrades.

The 2.0 liter four-cylinder TFSI engine is boosted to 370HP (272 kW) and 460Nm (341 lb-ft). This is an increase of 70HP and 80Nm of torque. 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 265 km/h (164 mph). The result is thanks to an ECU re-map specially developed for the engine. Fuel consumption is remaining the same as in the standard model.

Apart from the performance, the ABT Golf VII R also comes with a body kit that includes new

ABT also lends its Golf VII an elitist look. The body kit that is in the pipeline shows a front grille, front spoiler with an integrated blade, head light covers, mirror caps, side skirt add-ons, a rear wing, tail gate and rear skirt add-on and the matching and dark ER-C wheels fitted with performance tires.

Source: ABT

February 21, 2014

MB Individual BMW E91 335i Touring

MB Individual Cars is now offering a lot of interesting upgrades for BMW E91 335i Touring. The compact estate car comes with a number of styling and performance upgrades as well.

The body is foiled in a matte blue metallic exterior wrap, while the windows after B-pillar are tinted. This gives the car more prominent and aggressive look. There is also a bi-color wrap for the rear diffuser and partial wrap for the interior. The front gets a new bumper from the 1-Series Coupe, a new hood from the facelift model and ///M side sills as well as LED headlamps and Blackline taillights.

The tuned E91 335i rolls 20” alloy wheels fitted with 235/30 ZR20 front and 265/25 ZR20 Hankook EVO S1 tires. There are also H&R wheel spacers and modified wheel arches in order to shelter the huge wheels. The last touch is black paint for the brake calipers.

The 3.0 liter turbocharged in-line six-cylinder gasoline engine is boosted to 400HP (294 kW). The result is thanks to a sport piper cross air filter, sport middle muffler and tail-pipes as well as an ECU re-map. This is an increase of 96HP over the factory power.

Source: MB Individual

February 21, 2014

Duke Dynamics BMW Z4 Wide Body Kit

Duke Dynamics has unveiled a new wide body kit for BMW Z4 (facelift). The tuning company also offers some other upgrades for the stylish roadster.

The exterior boasts a complete wide body kit including a new front bumper, beefier side skirts and of course extended front and rear fenders. There is also a new rear bumper as well as a diffuser and a ventilated front hood. The overall look is astonishing, especially when add a set of 20” SSR Executor CV01 wheels fitted with ultra-low profile Nitto Invo tires.

Other highlights include a carbon fiber front lip spoiler and a “CSL” trunk also made from carbon fiber and fiberglass reinforced plastic.

The complete carbon fiber body kit is now available with a price tag of $10,400 (around (€7,580).

Source: Duke Dynamics

February 21, 2014

Madness Motorsport Audi RS6 vs Porsche GT2 997 and Nissan GT-R

One of the most famous performance tuners in Bulgaria – Madness Motorsport has taken their specially prepared Audi RS6 Stage 1 with 650HP at a drag race in Greece.

In the first start, the RS6 Madness Motorsport stopped the clock on 28.630 seconds with a terminal speed of 283.91 km/h at 1 mile mark and 11.312 seconds with 195 km/h at ¼ mile.

The second start was versus an extremely powerful Nissan GT-R Mk.1 DT 1200 R with 1200HP, which did 22.484 seconds with 371.90 km/h at 1 mile and 9.360 seconds with 266.27 km/h at ¼ mile. The Audi didn’t stand a chance and it even made worse start – 30.380 seconds with 273.76 km/h at 1 mile.

The third start was versus a Porsche 911 GT2 (997) AWD 9FF with 1150HP. It did 25.674 seconds with 335 km/h at 1 mile and 10.978 seconds with 237.93 km/h at ¼ mile. The RS6 Madness Motorsport stopped the clock at 29.182 seconds with 289.38 km/h at 1 mile.

After the race, the Audi RS6 prepared by Madness Motorsport has received Stage 3 – 820HP and 1,000Nm, but there are no official results for acceleration and top speed.

Stay tuned!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGUFRb8Uxrk

Source: Dragtimesinfo

February 21, 2014

AC Schnitzer ACS4 2.8i Coupe based on BMW 4-Series 428i

AC Schnitzer has revealed their latest project based on the all-new BMW 4-Series 428i. The stylish sports coupe has received both styling and performance upgrades. The name of the project is ACS4 2.8i Coupe.

The 2.0 liter turbocharged gasoline engine is boosted to 294HP (216 kW) – an incrase of 49HP. 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds and 80-180 km/h in 12.7 seconds. The top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h (155 mph). The ACS4 2.8i Coupe was tested on a racetrack in Barcelona by the DTM driver – Bruno Spengler. Although the conditions were terrible, the car is extremely fast.

The exterior comes with front and rear bumpers extensions as well as a set of new alloy wheels. There are also police lights and police decals for the sides, hood and mirrors.

Source: AC Schnitzer

February 20, 2014

2015 Ford Expedition EcoBoost V6 – 375HP and 582Nm

Ford has officially unveiled the 2015 Expedition Ecoboost V6, which will make its official debut at the 2014 DFW Auto Show in Texas, US. The big SUV is expected to hit the market later this year. It comes with revised exterior and interior as well as a new super-efficient engine.

The exterior features new front fascia with a revised grille and new headlights. There are also chrome exhaust tips, new wheel designs and a redesigned tailgate. Last, but not least are the optional LED fog lamps. There are two models available – a standard one with 3,022mm (119”) wheelbase and an Expedition EL with 3,327mm (131”) wheelbase delivering superb comfort.

The interior boasts a new center stack and a revised instrument cluster with two LCD displays. There is also an bient LED lighting, Intelligent Access, a ten-speaker Sony premium audio system and a MyFord Touch infotainment system. The top-of-range Platinum trim level boasts leather seats, fresh and sophisticated colors and material finishes.

The new engine is a 3.5 liter EcoBoost V6 gasoline – 375HP (276 kW) and 582Nm (430 lb-ft) of torque. It will be paired with a 6-speed SelectShift automatic transmission.

Last, but not least the 2015 Expedition comes with a new electric power-assisted steering system as well as continuously controlled damping system with three different modes: comfort, normal and sport (available as an option).

Source: Ford

February 20, 2014

Kahn Design Land Rover Defender

Kahn Design has unveiled their latest project based on the old Land Rover Defender, which is soon expected to be phased out. The old-school tough off-roader boasts outstanding capabilities, but it is kind of rough. That’s why, Kahn Design decided that the model still has potential to be worthy of an aftermarket styling kit.

The exterior boasts a set of 20” Mondial alloy wheels which have a partial glossy piano black finish. There is also a new front look consisting of an “X-Lander” grille and stylish foglights.

The interior boasts sports seats upholstered in quilted and perforated leather. There are also new instrument dials and a leather finish for the central armrest.

Source: Kahn

February 20, 2014

2014 Audi S3 Cabriolet – Price €48,500

Audi has unveiled the 2014 S3 Cabriolet before its official premiere at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show, in March. The manufacturer says that the open-top four-seater is unrivaled in its segment. It boasts extreme power and impressive fuel consumption as well as dynamic exterior combined with stylish interior.

The engine is the well-known four-cylinder 2.0 liter TFSI – 300HP (221 kW) and 380Nm (280 lb-ft) of torque. It is paired with a 6-speed S-tronic gearbox sending the power to Quattro AWD system. 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited. The combined fuel consumption is just 7.1 liters / 100 km (33.1 mpg US or 39.7 mpg UK) with CO2 emissions of 165 g/km. The curb weight of the vehicle is 1,620 (3,571 lbs), which is pretty much.

The new S3 Cabriolet is lowered by 25mm and can be distinguished by the aerodynamics package – new front and rear bumpers. There are also aluminum mirror housings, a chromed windscreen surround and soft-top in three different colors. The last can be opened or closed in 18 seconds at speeds of up to 50 km/h (31 mph). The luggage compartment is decent – 285 liters.

Other highlights include a set of 18” alloy wheels fitted with 225/40 R18 tires. There is also an option for huge 19” rims. The exterior can be finished in twelve different colors.

The interior boasts Pearl Nappa leather and fabric, but according to customer’s taste, it can be upholstered in various types of Alcantara, Pearl Nappa leather or Fine Nappa leather with contrasting stitching. There are also S-sport seats with built-in head restraints and shoulder panels with diamond stitching.

Last, but not least is the huge brake system including 340mm brake discs with black calipers for the front.

The price of this bijou is “just” €48,500.

Source: Audi

February 19, 2014

2014 Aston Martin V8 Vantage N430 and DB9 Carbon Black and Carbon White

Aston Martin will unveil two exclusive new special editions at the 84^th Geneva International Motor Show. The V8 Vantage N430 boasts race breeding and sports styling, while the timeless DB9 is now available in Carbon Black and Carbon White versions.

2014 Aston Martin V8 Vantage N430 is available in Coupe or Roadster form. It comes with carbon fibre and Kevlar seats and ten-spoke forged alloy wheels in a new graphite painted finish – together yielding a weight saving of 20 kg – and it’s clear that the GT4-inspired N430 has been created to deliver exceptional performance with a club sport ethos.

The N430 is powered by a 4.7 liter V8 engine – 436HP (321 kW) at 7,300RPM. 0-100 km/h in 4.6 seconds and a top speed of 310 km/h (190 mph). The power is sent to the rear wheels through a sporty 6-speed manual gearbox. There is an option of a close-ratio 7-speed Sportshift™II automated manual transmission with short final-drive ratio for those demanding the most driver-focused yet involving set-up.

The interior comes with machined carbon sill plaques, N430 seat logos, black magnesium paddle-shifts or carbon fibre gearshift surround; contemporary driver instrument panel; black anodised rotaries; leather steering wheel with contrasting on-centre stitch feature; seat and door inserts in technical PlissèAlcantara – indented leather on Roadster models – and unique seat trim patterns.

2014 V8 Vantage N430 starts from £89,995 with first deliveries expected to begin in September this year.

The new Carbon Black accentuates DB9’s potential through a strong dark theme underpinned by a unique combination of lightweight carbon fibre features. Meanwhile, the contemporary Carbon White special edition creates a dramatic visual effect with the carbon fibre and dark elements contrasting strongly against the Stratus White paint and accented caliper colour.

Striking exterior additions for both Carbon Black and Carbon White editions include carbon fibre side strakes and black window surrounds reinforcing the powerful visual themes.

The interior boasts a strong black styling theme with a choice of accent colours in line with the caliper shade showcases carbon fibre details and new black hardware. Bespoke sill plaques with the Carbon Black or Carbon White logo, communicate the cars’ rarity, too.

Aston Martin DB9 Carbon Black and Carbon White are powered by the well-known 6.0 liter naturally aspirated V12 – 517HP (380 kW) and 620Nm (459 lb-ft). 0-100 km/h in 4.1 seconds and the top speed is 295 km/h (183 mph).

Aston Martin can be found at stand number 5253 in Hall 5 at this year’s Geneva International Motor Show, once again taking place at the Palexpo complex.

Source: Aston Martin

February 19, 2014

Author: Victor Ivanov