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  • Superchips power-up for Mercedes 350CDi BlueEFFICIENCY

    The ECU remap for diesel engines is so popular, that probably there is no a single diesel car, which haven’t been „chipped”. Mercedes’ models, which feature 231bhp 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY engine can be boosted by Superchips ltd.

    The ECU map for the Mercedes’ Bosch EDC17 ECU features removing some of the inherent performance constraints and fine tuning fuelling and turbo boost parameters. The result is additional 34 bhp and 80 Nm of torque. The overall power of 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY is 265bhp and massive 642Nm of torque.

    Superchips conversion is covered by a full Customer Service Guarantee and an industry-leading 12 month / 30 000 mile supplementary vehicle warranty.

    All Mercedes models featuring 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY can be boosted – C / E / M / R and S-Class, which are produced from June 2009 onwards.

    The price of the ECU remap from Superchips is £445 including installation and VAT.

    2010 Superchips Mercedes C 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY

  • LUMMA Design Porsche Cayenne Diesel – style, comfort and performance

    Lumma Design are famous with their styling and performance updates. One of their latest projects is 2010 Porsche Cayenne Diesel, which received a number of upgrades such as performance package, optics kit, alloys set and some interior changes.

    The performance upgrade includes D-Box, which is a plug-and-play solution for increasing the power of the diesel engine under the bonnet from 240 to 276hp and the torque become 630Nm instead of 550. Besides the better acceleration, Lumma Porsche Cayenne Diesel is more fuel efficient because of the bigger torque. (more…)

  • Inden Design refined Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG

    Inden Design developed whole package for Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG R230 facelift. The upgrades feature performance package, complete body kit, set of unique wheels and improved suspension.

    The prices are as stunning as the car itself. You can start with the body kit, which includes a new front bumper with spoiler, ventilated hood and fenders, side skirts, rear apron, rear diffuser, and rear spoiler – €19 900.

    Only the carbon fiber hood costs €3 500 on top and the same material can be used on the rear diffuser for an added €800. (more…)

  • 2009 Ford Focus RS available for Australia

    The latest version of Ford Focus RS is the hottest hatchback on the market. It stunned the whole automobile industry with the massive power transmitted only to the front wheels. The vehicle is power by L5 2.5 liter turbocharged petrol engine delivering whopping 300hp and 440Nm of torque. (more…)

  • 2011 Nissan X-Trail now offers better value for money

    Nissan X-Trail is one of the best selling models of the company. It benefits from a perfect on and off-road capabilities combined with nice interior and exterior, and everything that is at good price. However, from October this year, customers of Nissan will be able to buy the new updated version of X-Trail, which offers even more durability, comfort, practicality and convenience than the old one. (more…)

  • Konigseder makes Nissan GTR R35 stunningly beautiful

    The tuning company Konigseder revealed stunning styling and performance package for one of the most vigorous sports cars in the world – Nissan GT-R R35.

    The performance package includes ECU remap, a cold air intake and titanium Akrapovic exhaust system. The mighty twin-turbo 3.8 liter V6 originally produces 485hp, but after the upgrades the power becomes 572hp. The acceleration is just astonishing – 0 to 200 km/h in 9.8 seconds. (more…)

  • Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG – The ultimate high-performance saloon

    The newest powertrain of AMG features 5.5 liter V8 biturbo engine and SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed gearbox. The powerunit is mounted on all AMG 63 models.

    The maximum output power in the new S 63 AMG is 571hp (420kW) and 900Nm of torque. The power is transmitted to the road through AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports gearbox, which contributes towards a considerable reduction in fuel consumption and harmful emissions. (more…)

  • Chevrolet Camaro for $320 000 – the reason is 1400hp

    The 5th generation of Chevrolet Camaro Z28 is a staggering car. Its most powerful version features enormous V8 delivering 426 hp at 5900 rpm and 570 Nm (420 lb-ft).  However, Canadian Serge Leger make some upgrades to his car and the result is more than stunning.

    His car is powered by 6.0 liter LSX V8 engine mated with enormous  91mm Turbonetics turbocharger, a 5” downpipe, , a custom intake manifold, and a 6” intercooler. The estimated power of the monster is 1400hp and 1219Nm of torque. Hopefully, he use the whole power of the car only on the Drag strip. (more…)

  • ABT Audi A1 – real eye-catcher

    ABT A1 is a cool, trendy and extravagant vehicle. There are three versions of the model – KLECKS, ALOHA and HIGH-VOLTAGE.

    The first one – KLECKS, which literally means „splash”. Its casual splashes of colour stands for the urban lifestyle in the A1. The second – ALOHA is the laid-back “beach boy” for everyone who prefers relaxed enjoyment. The “evil brother” of these two versions is always a live-wire: HIGH-VOLTAGE is the name of the “most toxic” skull design of the ABT A1. (more…)

  • Porsche 918 Spyder going into production

    Recently, Porsche 918 Spyder concept was revealed at the 2010 Motor Show in Geneve. The concept car was hugely appreciated, so the Supervisory Board gave the Porsche Board of Management the mission to develop a production model based on the vehicle already presented. (more…)

  • 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe – more value for money

    Loosing value is probably the biggest problem of the brand new cars. Just several months, after you buy a new car, its value drops with near 50 per cent. However, residual values specialist ALG added the numbers, worked its magic and announced the residual value of the CTS line will rise. Lower incentives, tighter controls on inventory and an emphasis on design are likely to increase the value of the vehicle. (more…)

  • Bugatti Veyron Super Sport set a record on Top Gear test track

    Bugatti Veyron Super Sport is officially the fastest production car in the world. It is powered by 8.0 liter W16 quad-turbo engine delivering 1200hp and 1500Nm of torque. Furthermore, the car set a lap record on the world famous Top Gear test track with The Stig behind the steering wheel.

    The fastest time was 1m 17.1s achieved with Gumpert Apollo hyper-car, but it was obliterated by Veyron Super Sport. The Fastest Production Car made a hot lap in 1m 16.8s, which is 1.5s faster than stock Veyron and 2.2s than Ferrar Enzo. (more…)