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  • Glimpse into the Future: Mercedes-Benz Sculpture Aesthetic S [VIDEO]

    Mercedes-Benz-S-Class-Aesthetics-S-Project-THUMBOne of the highlight at this year’s Paris Auto Show, was the event where Mercedes-Benz has shown their three dimensional sculpture paired with a multi media projection. The artistic rendering unveiled the design elements of the new S-Class shape.

    The sculptural shapes are a classic feature of a Mercedes-Benz design. In the case of the “Aesthetics S” sculpture, the designers decided to present the exterior of a future saloon in artistic way. And as you can see from the video below – they surely did so!

    In general what the people behind the design did is to combine together the modern sense of status, sensual shapes and stylish sportiness in one car. In fact, in the eyes of the viewer the aesthetics of the relief-like sculpture of the new car creates a three-dimensional world.

    Here we can see how art is becoming an inspiration for car design. The sculpture is an artistic approach to the design of the new S-Class, which we are eagerly expecting next year. Gorden Wagener Head Designer of Mercedes-Benz talks about the sculpture and design by Mercedes-Benz:

    httpv://youtu.be/x_GOG6b5Ng8

    Mercedes-Benz S-Class Aesthetics S Project
    Mercedes-Benz S-Class Aesthetics S Project
    Mercedes-Benz S-Class Aesthetics S Project
    Mercedes-Benz S-Class Aesthetics S Project
    Mercedes-Benz S-Class Aesthetics S Project
    Mercedes-Benz S-Class Aesthetics S Project
    Mercedes-Benz S-Class Aesthetics S Project
    Mercedes-Benz S-Class Aesthetics S Project

    Video and News Source: YouTube

  • Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse in Action [video]

    Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse Special Edition is the most powerful roadster ever created by the luxury brand. It is finished in either Bianco and New Light Blue color scheme.

    The new Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse is powered by the well-known 8.0 liter W16 quad-turbo engine delivering 1200HP (882 kW) and 1500Nm (1111 lb-ft) of torque at just 3000RPM. 0-100 km/h in 2.6 seconds and a top speed of 410 km/h (255 mph). This means that Vitesse is the fastest production roadster ever.

    The supercar has new lighter 20” “Vitesse”-type alloy wheels. Bugatti has adapted the brake-cooling system as well. The brakes are unparalleled in terms of stability and performance and now get larger air intakes.

    A significant decrease in wind noise was achieved through the newly developed roof spoiler. Another innovation included in the roadster is the new windbreak, which can be stored away compactly in the luggage compartment.

    Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse Special Edition version costs $2 500 000.

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RT-Y25o3IAQ

    Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Special Edition
    Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Special Edition
    Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Special Edition
    Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Special Edition
    Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Special Edition
    Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Special Edition
    Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Special Edition
    Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Special Edition

    Source: Bugatti

  • 2013 Nissan Latio – Specifications Announced

    2013-Nissan-Latio-THUMB2013 Nissan Latio has just been launched and is already on sale around the world. The new Nissan global sedan is characterized by environmentally-friendly features, a high-quality exterior and roomy interior.

    Latio is going to offer its customers a high quality exterior, where an imposing horizontal side view and front styling with large headlights and grille are visible and contributing towards vehicle’s strong presence.

    In terms of interior, this Nissan model offers great cabin spaciousness and comfort. Rear seat passenger comfort for instance is further enhanced by the ample knee room and wide field of vision. In addition, the trunk capacity is improved through the use of uniquely shaped trim, resulting in luggage space of 490L.

    Nissan Latio is also offering a best-in-class fuel economy of 22.6 km/L. This is achieved in all the grades which are equipped with HR12DE engine and an Idling Stop System, with XTRONIC CVT.

    The HR12DE engine delivers outstanding acceleration performance in city driving. It also contributes to the enhanced fuel efficiency. In fact, the new Latio with HR12DE engine is one of Nissan’s PURE DRIVE models.

    2013 Nissan Latio Specifications:

    Exterior design:

    • Sculptured body with a finely developed cross-section, like athlete’s muscles
    • Spacious interior cabin and horizontal yet flowing side view
    • Sporty front styling, as if the vehicle is staring straight ahead
    • A total of six available exterior colors, including Titanium Grey (TM) (TM stands for Titanium Metallic)

    Interior design:

    • Functionally-arranged switches and controls, with silver-colored finishers (standard on X, G)
    • Surprisingly spacious rear seat space
    • Premium-feel Fine Vision Meter with attractive illumination (standard on X, G)

    Engine and transmission:

    • All grades equipped with 1.2L HR12DE engine with an Idling Stop System
    • XTRONIC CVT adopted in all grades

    Packaging:

    • One-class-above spacious interior room is achieved by minimizing mechanical space, including optimization of size and layout of the radiator and fuel tank and locating the accelerator pedal farther forward
    • Comfortable rear seat space is provided, with spacious knee room and large center armrest (rear center armrest is standard on G)
    • Short front overhang and engine hood that gives great visibility, helping reduce “invisible” areas for drivers as much as possible by making it easier to see where the vehicle’s front end is
    • With large rear window and inventive rear pillar shape, visibility when parking a car in a garage or changing lanes is improved
    • Brighter headlights, using smaller reflectors, cover a longer distance so that road shoulders are easier to see
    • Simply designed luggage space opening improves ease of loading luggage. Luggage space capacity is 490 liters – capable of storing four 9-inch golf bags

    Aerodynamic performance and weight reduction:

    • Design that reduces air resistance (coefficient of drag of 0.31) is adopted by optimizing shapes of the front bumper, front pillar, side view mirrors and underbody, as well as making a spoiler-shape trunk lid
    • Weight is reduced by a total of approximately 70kg compared to the previous model by detailed attention to the refinement of shapes and structures, including engine weight reduction and a change in suspension and exhaust parts

    Key Safety and Environmental Technologies:

    • Multi-reflector halogen headlights (manual control) that help optimize light distribution
    • Electric retractable remote control body-colored door mirrors
    • RearView Monitor (available only on vehicles equipped with car navigation system – provided as a dealer option)
    • High Mount Stop Lamp
    • VDC (Vehicle Dynamics Control [TCS functionality included]) (standard on G, factory-installed option on X, S and B)
    • ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) + Brake Assist
    • Front ventilated disc brakes
    • High-strength body construction (Zone Body)
    • SRS air bag system for driver and front passenger
    • SRS curtain air bag system (factory-installed option on G, X)
    • Load limiter equipped pretensioner seatbelts for front seats
    • Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) 3-point seatbelts for all seats
    • Mileage display function
    • Achieves “10% improvement in fuel economy over 2015 standards” in all grades
    • Achieves SU-LEV certification by emitting 75% fewer exhaust emissions than 2005 standards in all grades
    • Reduces interior volatile organic compounds (VOC)

    Source: Nissan

  • 2013 Dodge Dart Aero: Fuel-Efficient and Powerful

    2013-Dodge-Dart-Aero-THUMB2013 Dodge Dart Aero is the newest, most fuel-efficient Dart model in the line-up. This Dodge comes equipped with advanced 1.4-liter MultiAir intercooled turbo engine combined with several aerodynamic enhancements.

    Some of the latter include lightweight aluminum chassis components, active grille shutters, underbody aero kit, a lowered profile and low-rolling resistance tires. Thanks to all of the improvements added, the Aero model achieves an impressive 41 miles per gallon (mpg) on the highway when mated to a six-speed manual. The number of 40 mpg is achieved on the highway when the car is equipped with a six-speed Dual Dry Clutch Transmission (DDCT).

    The engineers promise that the new Dodge Dart is a groundbreaking vehicle, which will deliver features and benefits never before offered in a compact car. The vehicle is also packed with a great range of standard features including the 1.4-liter MultiAir Intercooled Turbo engine.

    Furthermore, some of the standard equipment here includes the following: 10 standard airbags, four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, electronic stability control, cruise control, auto headlamps, air conditioning with micron filter, power windows and locks, power mirrors, remote keyless entry, leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, projector headlamps and class-exclusive LED ‘racetrack’ taillamps.

    Some “cool” optionl features are also available. Such are the 8.4-inch touchscreen media center and 7-inch TFT reconfigurable gauge cluster. 2013 Dodge Dart Aero is available at a starting price of $19 295.

    2013 Dodge Dart Aero
    2013 Dodge Dart Aero
    2013 Dodge Dart Aero
    2013 Dodge Dart Aero
    2013 Dodge Dart Aero
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    2013 Dodge Dart Aero
    2013 Dodge Dart Aero
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    2013 Dodge Dart Aero
    2013 Dodge Dart Aero
    2013 Dodge Dart Aero
    2013 Dodge Dart Aero
    2013 Dodge Dart Aero
    2013 Dodge Dart Aero
    2013 Dodge Dart Aero
    2013 Dodge Dart Aero
    2013 Dodge Dart Aero

    Source: Chrysler

  • Superchips Volkswagen Golf MK6 Bluemotion

    superchips-vw-THUMBsuperchips-vw-651Superchips Volkswagen Golf MK6 Bluemotion is the latest tuning the Buckingham based firm has been dealing with. This Mk6 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDi 103 hp (75 kW) has boosted levels and fuelling settings to safely and reliably extract the remarkable increase in terms of power.

    The enhancement was made with the utilization of extensive data logging, dyno testing and on-road analysis. In fact, the Superchips ECU remap achieves a proven maximum power gain of 41 hp (30 kW) at 4070 rpm.

    Knowing the basic mathematics, this means that the transformed vehicle with its initial 103 hp, it is now capable of generating 144 horsepower. But this is not all: the Superchips ECU remap also modifies the torque output of the Golf.

    After the installation that the company has implemented, the peak torque figure adds the remarkable 70 Nm (52 lb-ft) at just 2356 rpm, with serious gains from 2000 rpm onwards. The effect is a maximum torque of 307 Nm (227 lb-ft).

    Now the one sitting behind the steering wheel will undoubtedly enjoy a great driving experience, thanks to these impressive power and torque increases. Furthermore, the engine is much keener to pull from all speeds, with the improved flexibility resulting in less gearchanges to manage progress.

    At last, the Volkswagen’s fast cruising, towing and load carrying capabilities are additionally enhanced due to Superchips’ work. The optimized Golf TDi’s remap combined with the upgraded engine’s additional low down torque offers potential economy improvements of up to 7%.

    Source: Superchips

  • 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG – Price €236,334

    Mercedes-Benz has announced the most powerful roadster they have ever built. The new 2013 SL 65 AMG is powered by the famous AMG V12 6.0-liter bi-turbo. It has 630HP (463 kW) and 1000Nm (737 lb-ft) – electronically limited, because of the gearbox. As we mentioned the transmission, it is a new AMG Speedshift Plus 7G-Tronic gearbox that provides four driver-selectable modes: Efficiency, Sport, Sport plus and Manual.

    The performance is sensational 0-100 km/h in 4 seconds flat and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited, of course. Without the limiter, the car will easily reach 200 mph (322 km/h).

    The new 2013 SL 65 AMG is 17% more economical than the previous version, which means that it will cover 20.2 mpg US – 11.6 liters per 100 km.

    Mercedes-AMG also makes systematic use of lightweight construction principles, as well as numerous axle components made of aluminium, for the suspension. As standard, the SL 65 AMG comes fitted with the AMG sports suspension, based on Active Body Control. The design and appointments are also exceptional and exclusive: the “twin blade” radiator grille, with two blade-shaped louvres and stylised “A” positioned underneath – a characteristic feature of AMG vehicles – all complement each other perfectly, along with the front apron’s lower cross strut finished in high-sheen chrome.

    In addition to the two special chromed twin tailpipes of the AMG sports exhaust system, the characteristic V12 features include the “V12 BITURBO” lettering on the front wings and the AMG 5-spoke light-alloy wheels painted in titanium grey with a high-sheen finish and equipped with 255/35 R 19 and 285/30 R 19 tyres on the front and rear respectively.

    Particular highlights include the electrically adjustable AMG sports seats with single or two-tone upholstery in Exclusive nappa leather, special AMG V12 diamond-design seat upholstery layout and embossed AMG emblems on the seat backrests. The designo roof lining in leather with partial AMG V12 diamond-design stitching, AMG carbon-fibre trim elements and IWC-design analogue clock provide the perfect visual and tactile finishing touches.

    An attractive highlight among the extensive standard equipment of the SL 65 AMG is the Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG high-end surround sound system: Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG have created it in conjunction with famous Danish audio specialists Bang & Olufsen. The sound system enables an exclusive music experience to be enjoyed at the very highest level. The basis of the system is formed not only by the amplifier with a total output of 900 watts and 12 high-end loudspeakers including Frontbass, but also the precise distribution of the music signals, controlled by the sound processor, to the selectable seating positions of driver, front passenger or the central position.

    Thanks to the digital sound processor (DSP), it is also possible to choose between the high-end “reference” studio sound and spacious surround sound. All of the functions are operated using the COMAND system via a special Bang & Olufsen menu. Particular highlights include the illuminated lens tweeters on the dashboard – they help to create the characteristic virtual sound stage in front of the vehicle occupants. High-quality aluminium loudspeaker covers finished in silver chrome with the Bang & Olufsen logo give an indication of the exceptional position enjoyed by this high-end system.

    The price of this toy is catastrophic – €236,334. Obviously Mercedes doesn’t know the price of the money and we are eager to see, how many units will be sold worldwide.

    2013 Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG
    2013 Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG
    2013 Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG
    2013 Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG

    The extensive range of standard equipment includes:

    • COMAND Online with 6-disc DVD changer
    • Anti-theft alarm system
    • Frontbass
    • Remote-unlocking boot lid incl. power closing for boot lid
    • Intelligent Light System ILS
    • KEYLESS-GO Convenience package (incl. remote-closing boot lid and HANDS-? FREE ACCESS system)
    • MAGIC VISION CONTROL
    • NECK-PRO head restraints
    • Panoramic vario-roof

    Optional extras from the AMG Performance Studio:

    • AMG forged light-alloy wheels, painted in titanium grey and polished
    • AMG forged light-alloy wheels, painted in matt black and with a
      high-sheen finish on the rim flange
    • AMG ceramic high-performance composite braking system
    • AMG Exterior Carbon-Fibre package (cross strut in front apron, exterior mirror housings and spoiler lip in genuine carbon fibre)
    • AMG Performance Media with telemetry function
    • AMG Performance steering wheel in nappa leather/DINAMICA microfibre
    • Brake callipers, painted red

    Source: Mercedes-Benz

  • Bentley Continental GT3 – Price £200,000

    Bently has announced a street legal variant of the Continental GT3 model. This means that the car will be company’s fastest production model. Key details have yet to be finalised, but Bentley is understood to be looking at a production run of around 300 cars to be built over a 12-month period circa 2014-2015. The GT3 race car was revealed at the Paris motor show and marks the return of Bentley to front-line motorsport.

    The 2013 Continental GT3 will be powered by a twin-turbo 6.0-liter W12 engine with 700HP (522 kW).

    The power will be put on the road through an all-wheel drive system.

    Only 300 units will be produced and the price will start from £200,000.

    “We now have a chance to look at all these possibilities,” said another senior source.

    The race car’s extreme rear wing and the rest of the aerodynamic package would be toned down for road use. A roll cage won’t be present feature, because it’s considered too extreme for Bentley owners.

    Source: Autocar.co.uk

  • Touareg Celebrates 10 Years With Special Edition X

    2013-Volkswagen-Touareg-Edition-X-THUMB2013-Volkswagen-Touareg-Edition-X-6512013 Volkswagen Touareg Edition X is the newest special edition model which is marking Touareg’s 10th anniversary. Yes, a decade ago this successful Volkswagen model was revealed for the first time to the public.

    Since then it has been providing off-road competence of the highest level. Edition X will continue this tradition and will add numerous exclusive features.

    First, the Edition X runs as standard on 19-inch ‘Moab’ alloy wheels and, combined with the Moonlight Blue Pearl Effect exterior paint. Secondly, a large panoramic slide/tilt sunroof is one of the impressive features here.

    Moreover silver anodised roof rails, bi-xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights and darkened rear light clusters in LED technology complete the look of this striking off-roader. In addition, the ‘Chrome & Style’ designer pack, tinted side and rear windows and ‘Touareg X’ logos on the wings are also featured.

    Great equipment has been featured throughout the interior, which is in turn contributes to the great driving experience. First-class specification can be seen inside: for instance, exclusive Nappa leather trim in amber brown with a new style of braid embossed finish is being featured here.

    On top of this come decorative inlays in real ebony for doors and instrument panel, plus illuminated front door sills with ‘Touareg X’ lettering. At last, what grabs the attention is the colour-coordinated decorative stitching on the leather steering wheel, gear lever gaiter and fabric floor mats.

    2013 Volkswagen Touareg Edition X has a starting price of €61 025 for the V6 TDI BlueMotion Technology 150 kW / 204 hp with 8-speed automatic transmission.

    Source: Volkswagen

  • 2013 Honda CR-Z Mugen RZ for Japan

    Mugen will hit the Japan Market with Honda CR-Z Mugen RZ. With exclusively developed suspension, brake system, and wheels, and exterior parts aerodynamically designed and wind-tunnel tested, coupled with the installation of a centrifugal supercharger system, all are combined to improve performance.

    The car also features an aerodynamic body kit with a front spoiler, a revised grille and modified side skirts. There’s also a rear diffuser, an adjustable wing and a sports exhaust system.

    It rolls 17” alloy wheels fitted with Dunlop Direzza Z II tires

    CR-Z Mugen is powered by a 1.5-liter engine with 156HP (115 kW) and 185Nm (136 lb-ft) of torque. The hybrid system also features an electric motor with 20HP (15 kW) and 78Nm (58 lb-ft).

    MUGEN will be responsible for installing the parts on to the CR-Z (6MT), provided by Honda Motor Co., Ltd., and will start to sell the limited run of 300 completed cars in Japan from November 26th.

    The price starts from ¥4,494,000 including a 5% consumption tax.

    Source: Honda

  • 2013 Seat Toledo UK – Price £12,495

    Seat has announced the price list for the all-new 2013 Toledo model range. The entry-level starts from Toledo E 1.2 12V is priced from £12,495, while the top-of-range Toledo SE 1.6 TDI CR Ecomotive is £17,840. The new Toledo is available to order now at all SEAT dealerships, with first deliveries expected from 1 December.

    “The combination of price and packaging that the Toledo offers is second to none,” commented SEAT UK Product Manager Simon Bradley.

    “Very few cars, if any, offer the same combination of space, flexibility, affordability, value and style as the new Toledo. We’ve positioned the range so that it offers something for everyone, with the entry-level E model providing exceptional value in terms of the space on offer for the price, while the SE specification car is loaded with useful equipment.  Whatever version is chosen, every Toledo customer will enjoy outstandingly low running costs because of the car’s excellent fuel economy and low CO2 emissions across the range, as well as very reasonable insurance groupings, and BIK ratings as low as 14%. All-in-all, the Toledo is a car that makes sense whichever way you look at it,” he added

    The new Toledo is available in three trim levels – E,S and SE. The standard equipment includes 15-inch steel wheels; black door handles and wing mirrors; front electric windows; MP3 CD player with AUX-in; four speakers; Electronic Stability Control (ESC); driver and front passenger airbag; passenger airbag disconnect; front side and curtain airbags; front seatbelt reminders; ISOFIX points with Top Tether.

    Toledo S adds: Body coloured door handles and mirrors; electric heated door mirrors; rear windscreen wiper; air conditioning; Bluetooth with voice control; USB port; remote audio controls; six speakers; trip computer; split folding rear seats; height-adjustable driver’s seat; sun visor mirrors; space saver spare wheel; alarm and remote central locking.

    Toledo SE adds: 16” alloy wheels; front fog lights with cornering; climate control; refrigerated glove box; cruise control; rear electric windows; leather steering wheel and gear knob; front and rear armrests; new hangers and fixing rings in boot; boot storage compartments; height-adjustable passenger seat.

    Options list includes:

    16” or 17” alloy wheels; rear parking sensors; SEAT Media System 2.2 including sat nav, colour touchscreen, DAB radio tuner and Bluetooth audio streaming; Hill Hold Control; Storage Pack including front/rear armrests, hangers, nets and boot fixing rings; Winter Pack including heated front seats, headlight washer system and heated front washer nozzles; Comfort Drive Pack including cruise control and front fog lights with cornering; dark tinted rear windows; detachable tow bar.

    2013 Seat Toledo
    2013 Seat Toledo
    2013 Seat Toledo
    2013 Seat Toledo
    2013 Seat Toledo
    2013 Seat Toledo
    2013 Seat Toledo
    2013 Seat Toledo

    Source: Seat

  • Style Icon: Kahn Range Rover Sport RS300 Vesuvius Edition

    Kahn-Range-Rover-Sport-RS300-Vesuvius-Edition-THUMBKahn-Range-Rover-Sport-RS300-Vesuvius-Edition-01Kahn Range Rover Sport RS300 Vesuvius Edition is definitely going to be a style icon one day. The seductive proportions of this santorini black metallic combined with the Vesuvius orange beauty effect in an elegant vehicle which screams for attention.

    To go further into details, the exterior package here is aerodynamically efficient exterior and consists of a lower front bumper lip extension, RS- front grille with 3D mesh, brake calipers finished in Vesuvius orange, RS vented front wheel arches with integrated front air dams, grille insert in Vesuvius orange, exhaust side vents in matte pearl grey & body colour, Kahn enamel wing shields, front wheel arch LED light strips, painted floating roof and bonnet stripe, door handles in matte grey and Kahn branding.

    What is more important however, is what stays under the hood of this Range Rover Sport. There can be found the 3.0 SDV6 engine which generates 256 hp (188 kW) at 4,000rpm coupled with 600 Nm (443 lb-ft) at 2,000rpm (torque).

    This means that the vehicle is able to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 8.4 seconds. Furthermore, the engine is mated to the new ZF 8HP70 eight-speed automatic gearbox, offering silky shifts and improved fuel economy. In addition, Kahn’s cross hair exhausts in stainless steel is also featured here. In fact, it reflects an attraction to a pluto-matic lifestyle.

    Of course, this Rover couldn’t go without the necessary interior enhancements, which are another unique feature of this model. In details, it has been upgraded to a magnificent level with a RS Vesuvius style diamond quilted and perforated black leather interior with Vesuvius orange trim, diamond gear selector, interior facia trim pieces, Kahn Vesuvius speedo, vented foot pedals in machined aluminium, centre glove box – diamond quilt with carbon stripe, Kahn illuminated door entry sill plates in stainless steel, Kahn Vesuvius orange time clock, privacy tinted glass, seat logos, clock bezel surround finished with Swarovski diamonds, door panel tops in quilted and perforated leather with orange stitching, Kahn Vesuvius orange rev counter, Leather quilted binnacle and rear tailgate centre trim 3D carbon finish.

    What is left is the wheel-tyre combination. The vehicle runs on Kahn’s RS Black wheels with orange pinstripe in sizes 9.5 x 22 inches at the front and 10.5 x 22 inches at the rear. Thanks to their simple and clean lines, soft organic surfaces on the edge of the spoke and a purposeful mechanical centre, the RS600 wheels are synonymous with elegance and innovation.

    Source: A.Kahn Design

  • DMC Maserati Gran Turismo Sovrano Delivers Luxury and Power

    DMC-Maserati-Gran-Turismo-Sovrano-THUMBDMC Maserati Gran Turismo Sovrano is one of the best looking tunings I’ve seen recently. The reason for this is not only its goldish exterior color, but because the German tuner DMC included in it an engine and suspension upgrade, new rims and several carbon fiber exterior parts.

    But let’s go further into details a see what exactly has been done on this Maserati. On the front fascia, the newly designed front bumper gives and the new spoiler lip enhance the appearance as well as the aerodynamics of the GT, increasing downforce on the front axle.

    Additional air inlets and outlets were added to the new light-construction bonnet. In addition, interesting facts are that the wide body side skirts have zig-zag end-panels, while the trunk spoiler and a new rear diffuser round-off the back of the car.

    It’s not a contemporary tuning, if it doesn’t include carbon fibre. All add-on parts were made from this material and were manufactured by DMC using autoclave prepreg vacuum processing.

    The optical appearance also includes a sport suspension for the front and rear axles, which lowers the vehicle’s center of gravity by around 30 millimetres. The Gran Tourismo runs on 255/30 R 20 front tyres and 305/30 R 21 wheels at the back.

    More importantly, some modifications have been done under the hood. The 4.7 liter V8 engine is now more potent thanks to a supercharger that is driven using a cogged-tooth belt. This means that the vehicle adds an additional 150 hp (110 kW) and 82 Nm (61 lb-ft), resulting in a total of 590 hp (434 kW) at 7,300rpm and 472Nm (348 lb-ft) of torque at 5,400rpm.

    The tuners didn’t forget the interior. There, they have used leather with a chequered stitch and plenty of Carbon Fiber. The aluminium pedals and new ergonomically designed sporty steering wheel are parts added to the setup.

    DMC Maserati Gran Turismo Sovrano
    DMC Maserati Gran Turismo Sovrano
    DMC Maserati Gran Turismo Sovrano
    DMC Maserati Gran Turismo Sovrano
    DMC Maserati Gran Turismo Sovrano
    DMC Maserati Gran Turismo Sovrano
    DMC Maserati Gran Turismo Sovrano
    DMC Maserati Gran Turismo Sovrano
    DMC Maserati Gran Turismo Sovrano
    DMC Maserati Gran Turismo Sovrano

    Source: DMC