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Ford Interceptor Sedan powered by a 3.7 Ti-VCT

Ford Interceptor Sedan is based on Taurus model, but comes with a mighty 3.7 liter twin-independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT). This engine offers increased power and fuel efficiency as well as good weight distribution.

The engine delivers 305HP (227 kW) and 378Nm (279 lb-ft) of torque. The fuel consumption is 18 mpg in the city, 25 mpg on the highway and 21 mpg in the combined cycle.

Both Ford Police Interceptors, sedan and utility vehicle, recently earned top safety ratings in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s New Car Assessment Program testing, which combines vehicle performance in frontal and side-impact crash tests and resistance to rollover.

Both sedan and utility Police Interceptors recently earned top safety ratings in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s New Car Assessment Program testing, which combines vehicle performance in frontal and side-impact crash tests and resistance to rollover.

The Police Interceptor second row also has been optimized to address police-specific needs. The vinyl seats are specially sculpted and set back to improve second-row space and maximize legroom. The back door hinges are modified to open up another 10 degrees versus traditional rear doors.

The Ford Police Interceptor also is equipped with a column shift specifically designed so the console area is free for the ever-increasing amounts of aftermarket police equipment necessary for officers to do their jobs.

Source: Ford

September 14, 2012

Koenigsegg Agera R BLT for China

Koenigsegg has released images of the BLT, which is a special edition of the Agera R.

The exterior features blue tinted clearcoat carbon body reminiscent of the Pagani Zonda Tricolore. There are also red highlights among many other unique features requested by its owner.

“We are thrilled over the result and we hope the customer will like his car as much as we do.”, commented Christian von Koenigsegg.

The Agera R is powered by a 5.0-liter V8 twin-turbo engine which develops 1140 HP (838 kW) and 1200 Nm (885 lb-ft) of torque using E85 fuel. With a curb weight of 1,435kg (3,164 lbs), the Agera R can accelerate from 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 2.9 seconds and on to a top speed in excess of 390 kph (245 mph).

The standard Agera R is of approximately 1,200,000 EURO. However, the special edition will be more expensive.

Source: Koenigsegg

September 14, 2012

S-C-P Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Ellectric Yellow

S-C-P Mercedes-Benz E-Class comes in the stunning color named Ellectric Yellow. The company which hides behind the tuning is the S-C-P, which is the short abbreviation for Schulz Car Professional. The tuners foiled the Mercedes-Benz in Electric Yellow Metallic matt delivered by Cam Shaft Premium Car Wrapping and the result is its attention grabbing appearance.

This distinctive vehicle is a rebuild over the AMG styling. The professionals from S-C-P shift the edges of the four wheel arches about 1,5 cm outwards, before the E-Class gets complete painting in the original MB color Diamont green pearl.

The next transformation which followed is over the entire exhaust system. Now it comes up with ingredients from PP-Exklusiv without a center silencer in the 4 pipe design. The cat-back here is of course in stainless steel.

The air filter box was modified as well. Furthermore, the front lights and the illumination of the rear registration plate are to be retooled to LED technology. Regarding the chassis there are added the Bilstein B8 sports absorbers and pressed KAW springs.

All this results in 7,5 cm deeper front axle. At the rear axle custom made B6 shock absorbers were installed. At last to be noted is the unique wheel tire combination: Crownjewel rims by PP-Exklusiv in 10,5 x 20 with 4 inch drop center and 235/30-20 Ventus tires by Hankook at the front axle or rather in 11,5 x 20 with 5 inch drop center and 265/25-20 at the rear axle.

Source: Miranda Media

September 14, 2012

BBR Mazda MX-5 Super 180 Receives Engine Tuning Package

BBR Mazda MX-5 Super 180 is the latest enhancement done by the Mazda performance tuner BBR. The package named “Super 180” delivers extra response, power, driveability and excitement and generates substantial performance increase.

In details the BBR “Super 180” upgrade consists of the following components: BBR stainless steel 4 into 1 exhaust manifold, BBR 2.5 inch stainless steel exhaust centre section with high flow metallic sports cat and centre silencer, BBR stainless steel rear silencer with adjustable 3.5 inchBBR branded tailpipes, High flow BBR performance panel air filter in standard Mazda airbox, BBR StarChip ECU remap.

The standard 158 hp (117 kW) 2.0i Mazda MX-5 when equipped with the upgrade gains additionally 22 hp (17 kW). This means that it takes a peak power to a maximum of 180 hp (134 kW) at 6800 rpm.

This engine conversion produces power gains throughout the rev range, without detracting from the user-friendly nature of the car. Extensive dyno testing has proven that power gains begin from just 1750 rpm and build progressively up to the 7500 rpm rev limiter.

This package also extracts more torque from the MX-5’s 16-valve powerplant. This actually gives incredible and superior driveability and throttle response. The tuned car produces an impressive 27 Nm (20 lb-ft) more than the original, with peak torque of 159lb-ft arriving at just 4250 rpm.

The stainless steel exhaust system in addition is developed in such way that it reduces back pressure to a minimum without the negative “droning”. Moreover, the clever design of the tailpipes allows them to accommodate different bumper options or aftermarket bodykits.

Another optimization here is that now the car is even more efficient. Here BBR has deactivated the standard exhaust gas recycling system with the aim to reduce engine inlet temperatures, purify the intake charge and further improve fuel efficiency.

Source: BBR

September 14, 2012

Lightshow Video Unveils the Future of McLaren [VIDEO]

A full of lights exquisite video has just been published unveiling the next chapter for McLaren Automotive. It is made inn order to make an emphasis on the first ever appearance of the British sportscar manufacturer at the international motor show in Paris later this month.

In addition, the video serves as a clue of what step is going to take McLaren in the future. It gives initial outline of what is to come. Furthermore the creative short film shows trails of light travelling over a seemingly invisible form. Eventually the airflow creates a dynamic shape with dramatic visual effect.

The lightshow, which you can view below, offers a glimpse of what will be reveiled at the McLaren Automotive press conference in Paris.

httpv://youtu.be/JttSo9WiiM8

Source: McLaren

September 14, 2012

McLaren Bespoke Project 8 in White-and-Red Theme

McLaren Bespoke Project 8 - Side McLaren Bespoke Project 8 features not only one but two unique supercars. They are based on MP4-12C ad F1, but are not a regular McLaren, because they was optimized by McLaren Special Operations (MSO).

As a matter of fact MSO are famous because they create one-of-a-kind models. On good example of these is the breathtaking X-1 model, which debuted in the end of August this year.

As a reminder, McLaren X-1 Concept has one-of-a-kind body, never seen before, and has been created for an anonymous car enthusiast. The client wished he had a machine which was capable as the 12C but wrapped in a unique body.

As you can see, McLaren Bespoke Project 8 has a theme in red and white which carries through the exquisite super vehicles and believe it or not even stretches to the key. The client who wished this tuning obviously has a great sense for style and perfection.

McLaren Bespoke Project 8 - Front Angle

In details, what have been done here is the following. First to be mentioned is that the F1 model is entirely retrimmed. There was applied a high downforce kit to it. Secondly, the MP4-12C was tuned accordingly as well, in order to match its brother the F1.

McLaren even went further. The professionals created a new way of coloring the carbon fibre so that the color scheme can match and in addition they’ve made specific wheel for each of the cars.

Enjoy the outstanding pictures below!

McLaren Bespoke Project 8 - Front Angle

McLaren Bespoke Project 8

McLaren Bespoke Project 8 - Side Angle

McLaren Bespoke Project 8 - Rear Angle

McLaren Bespoke Project 8 - Interior

McLaren Bespoke Project 8 - steering wheel

McLaren Bespoke Project 8 - Rear

McLaren Bespoke Project 8 - Wheel

McLaren Bespoke Project 8 - Engine

Source: Tomirriphotography.blogspot.com

September 14, 2012

2013 Kia pro_cee’d With World Premiere

2013 Kia pro_cee’d will make its world premiere at the Paris Motor Show which will take place on 27th of September. This model is actually the third installment of the second-generation cee’d family.

The all-new pro_cee’d will debut as a three-door hatchback, and is expected to be available at dealerships in the Spring of 2013. In addition, the sophisticated new Kia includes all the enhancements made to the cee’d five-door and cee’d Sportswagon.

However, it dramatically adds enhanced sporty appearance and more powerful stance. In few words, this car embodies emotion and energy. Kia offers a distinctive design adventure and the new pro-cee’d will embark upon this journey.

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Source: Kia

September 13, 2012

2013 Volvo V40 R-Design Debuts in Paris [VIDEO]

2013 Volvo V40 R-Design in stunning Rebel Blue is going to make its debut in Paris. Offering stylish and dynamic look, driver-centric interior it also delivers intense and agile driving experience with performance up to 254 horsepower (187 kW).

The unique R-Design front includes a silk-metal framed high-gloss grille with re-profiled front bumper and day running lights. In addition to this the sporty stance of the Volvo is emphasized even more with an ironstone rear diffuser, silk-metal finished details and twin exhaust tailpipes.

The exterior enhancements continue with the five-spoke diamond-cut wheels in 17″. Six additional body colors are also available.

In terms of interior, it has also been improved by gaining one-of-a-kind features such as the embossed R-Design leather/T-Tec upholstery, TFT instrument display, sports steering wheel, sports pedals and unique aluminium inlays.

For the customers who want even more from their car, the designers have prepared the R-Design Lux which adds additional features. Some of them include embossed full leather-faced upholstery, active bending xenon headlights with headlight cleaning system, rain sensor, cruise control, keyless start and rear theatre lighting.

To go even further into details, the new V40 comes equipped with unique interactive dashboard. There is also offered the possibility to choose between three designs with different configurations and functionality, namely Elegance, Eco and Performance.

The seats are wrapped in a blend of black Nubuck textile and perforated leather, crowned by an embroidered R-Design logo with a blue “R”. Full leather seats are available as an option.

Of course, the steering wheel is specifically designed for this version. Also new look gain the gear-knob, handbrake and sport pedals. The combination of new aluminium inlays with a perforated look, black leather, matching stitching and black headlining even further improves the “cabin experience”.

More importantly, the R-Design will be available with all engines offered with the standard Volvo V40. These include the D2 diesel with 115 horsepower (85 kW) and CO2 emissions at 94 g/km, up to the high-performance T5 petrol turbo with 254 horsepower (187 kW).

As an option, there is a newly developed Sport chassis, lowered 10 mm compared with the Dynamic chassis. Springs and shock absorbers have a firmer setting, taking effect in a responsive driving pleasure with full control.

At the rear the V40 is equipped with mono-tube dampers, including turing compression and return damping. This results in shorter and faster fluid flow, hence this leads to the conclusion that the damper responds more quickly.

2013 Volvo V40 R-Design will go on sale in the beginning of the next year.

httpv://youtu.be/LQodTdanYqo

Video Source: YouTube

Source: Vovlo

September 13, 2012

Volkswagen Beetle R-Line or the Sporty Chic

2013 Volkswagen Beetle R-Line is also named by the brand the Sporty Chic. In fact, Volkswagen is now offering two R-Line packages – exterior and interior one – for the Beetle that are based on the top “Sport” version.

The independent and sporty R-Line options can be combined with any of the twelve Beetle colors. In particular the parts of the exterior package include: front bumpers with independent black grained air inlets and chrome surrounds for the directional indicators, diffuser at the rear, special body side panels and door mirror housings in body color, R-Line logos on the front body beneath the A-pillars, 18-inch “Twister” alloy wheels, Machine-polished 19-inch “Tornado” alloy wheels in black or white with 235/40 tyres (optionally).

The exterior package can be ordered separately. However, the interior package is always offered as an extension of the R-Line exterior details and it includes the following equipment: sport seat system with seats upholstered with an active-breathing fabric in “Kyalami” design, front head restraints with R-Line badge, leather-trimmed sport steering wheel, the gear shift lever boot and the handbrake grip with decorative seams in “Art Grey” and decorative inlays in “Dark Vanadium”.

Furthermore, there are also offered some optional features. For example the seats can be ordered in black leather (“Vienna”) with R-Line badges on the head restraints as well as on the door sill plates and the leather-trimmed sport steering wheel.

The Beetle Sport is available with a 1.4 TSI (118 kW/160 PS), 2.0 TSI (147 kW/200 PS) or 2.0 TDI (103 kW/140 PS). The R-Line exterior package starting price is € 1 290, and when the interior package is included the price starts at € 1 675.

Source: Volkswagen

September 13, 2012

2013 Heico Sportiv Volvo V40 Offers More Driving Excitement

2013 Heico Sportiv Volvo V40 is the latest tuning enhancement done by the famous Volvo tuner Heico Sportiv. In fact this individualization program will coincide with the launch of the new Volvo V40.

In particular it will include power improvements, exhaust systems, suspensions, wheels and expressive interior and exterior design elements. In the roots of the modification is the e.motion® power enhancement range for the D2, D3 and D4 diesel engines.

The e.motion® stands for “efficiency in motion”, which centers on a second, equivalent engine control unit that operates in parallel with the original control unit, acting as an independent additional “brain”.

This means that the V40’s 5-cylinder diesel engine will be boosted to 143 kW / 195 hp (compared to the 130 kW / 177 hp of the series model) and 480 Nm of torque (series value: 400 Nm). This results in 1 second less to end the sprint to 100 km/h and 10 km/h addition to the top speed.

In addition, Heico Sportiv design team will augment the bi-part front spoiler and rear skirt in diffuser optic. The front spoiler emphasizes the protuberance of the series-manufactured spoiler lip, additionally setting a falcate design feature between the main headlamps and LED daytime driving lights.

Here the main design element is created from light and flexible polyurethane plastic (PUR-R-RIM) and is mounted on the original bumper. Furthermore, another prominent feature at the back of the vehicle is the rear skirt, citing the form of a diffuser, again made of PUR-R-RIM.

Next, the rear skirt here is fixed to the original mountings in the same way as the original part. The dimensions of the sport exhaust system’s four stainless steel oval end pipes are exactly 120 mm x 74 mm and. They are black from the inside and high gloss chrome plated from the outside.

The customers of this tuned Volvo will enjoy a great sound design as well. The exhaust systems are characterized by resonant, voluminous sound, the timbre varying with engine speed and model.

The new 2013 Heico Sportiv Volvo V40 will run on 8×18” and 8×19” VOLUTION® sport wheels, which will be offered in three design lines VOLUTION® V., VII. and X. Their color choice is Bright Silver, Graphite Matt and Black. The vehicle can also be equipped optionally with sport springs for lowering it by 30mm.

Source: Heico Sportiv

September 13, 2012

2012 BMW 1M by BEST Cars and Bikes

2012 BMW 1M by BEST Cars and Bikes is a tuning which is definitely going to inspire anyone. The car transformers from BEST Cars and Bikes have done incredible work on this popular BMW model.

First they have added a KW coil over in Variant 3 in combination with an exhaust system made by Bastuck. In fact it was made from stain steel, which further improves the dynamics and performance.

Furthermore, there has been done enhancement regarding the power of the car. With the help of professional software optimization the tuners have managed to give this 1M 425 hp (313 kW).

And in order to make it even more perfect, they have given it more impressive stance using one-of-a-kind wheel and tire combination. The mounted three-piece rims of the FS-Line with matt black coated stainless steel outer rims obviously fit excellent to the BMW.

The dimensions in particular here are 9Jx20H2 in combination with 245/30R20 tires on the front axle and 11Jx20H2 and 305/25R20 at the rear axle. Almost looks like these wheels were made especially and only for the tuning!

Source: Miranda Media

September 13, 2012

Brabus 2013 Mercedes SL-Class – Beast on wheels

Brabus has announced their latest project based on the new 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class. The tuning program offers both styling and performance upgrades.

Sporty-elegant body styling components, tuned in the wind tunnel for maximum aerodynamic efficiency, are the BRABUS designers’ specialty. The exterior boasts a complete body kit including a new front and rear bumpers, a pair of revised side skirts, front fender vents and a trunk-mounted spoiler. The ride rolls Monoblock wheels in dimensions from 18” to 20”. There is also a sports exhaust system available to order.

The largest combination to fit the R 231 model series SL features BRABUS Monoblock F, Q or R wheels in size 9J x 20” in front with size 255/30 ZR 20 tires and size 9.5J x 20” wheels with 295/25 ZR 20 tires on the rear axle.

BRABUS recommends high-performance tires from Continental, Pirelli and YOKOHAMA.

The two-seated cockpit can receive even more individual character and luxury attributes at BRABUS. The product lineup ranges from scuff plates with backlit BRABUS logo and a speedometer with 320-km/h or 360-km/h dial (200 mph or 225 mph) to carbon-fiber or fine wood trim sets in any imaginable color and with a variety of surface finishes.

The company upholstery shop creates exquisite BRABUS interiors from especially soft yet durable BRABUS Mastik leather and Alcantara.

The SL500 can be equipped with a 520 PowerXtra CGI power kit. The result for the twin-turbo 4.7-liter V8 engine is 520HP (382 kW) and 820 Nm (604 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds and a top speed of 250, 275 or 300 km/h (155, 172, 186 mph).

The car can also be equipped with a limited-slip differential and a revised suspension with sport springs (on the SL 350) or a reprogrammed ABC (Active Body Control) module that reduces the ride height by 25mm.

Source: Brabus

September 12, 2012

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