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Senner Audi A1 S-Line

Senner Tuning AG has shown its unique sense of creativity by adding new rear apron to Audi A1 S-line exterior pack. Somewhat, this part was neglected by the manufacturer, but Senner’s enhancement greatly improves the overall performance of the latter.

The Rear Apron Insert is produced from top-quality, glass-fiber-reinforced polymeric material FGPC, therefore it is light and crashproof. The car also features extra fine fit 9-mm tail exhaust tail pipes on the right and left of the plant-manufactured exhaust system. In order to get an approval from the Technical Supervision Association the papers are now being prepared.

The Insert can be glued and bolted to the original rear apron as the series reflectors must be retained.

The price of delivery set is 299.90 EURO.

Source: Senner Tuning

October 20, 2011

Wald Mercedes-Benz R230 Black Bison Edition

Wald International has revealed the new Black Bison Edition R230 SL. The vehicle is based on Sports Line version of the model and comes with some exterior improvements. However, there is no data about boosting the new superefficient engines.

The aerodynamics package includes a new front bumper, front fenders, a pair of modified side skirts, a new rear bumper and quarter panel wheel arch extensions. Finally, to complete the aggressive exterior, Wald installed a trunk lid spoiler, which is also available in carbon fiber and a DTM sports muffler with twin exhaust pipes.

Black Bison Edition R230 SL stands on enormous Renovatio R12 wheels – 9J x 20” at the front and 11J x 20” at the rear fitted with ultra-low profile performance tires.

Wald International will exhibit the tuned car at the 2011 SEMA.

Wald Mercedes-Benz R230 Black Bison Edition

Source: Wald International

October 20, 2011

Vath Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG

Vath released a new tuning package for Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG. The second generation of CLS-Class was first introduced to the public in Paris in 2010. The four-door coupe received refined interior and exterior by Vath.

2012 CLS 63 AMG is powered by a 5.5 liter bi-turbo V8 with 525HP (386 kW) at 5250RPM and 700Nm of torque between 1750 and 5000RPM. The V63RS tuning kit boosts the mighty engine to whopping 658PS (484 kW) and 960Nm (708 lb-ft) of torque. The performance is just brutal – 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds , 12 seconds to 200 km/h and a top speed of 325 km/h (202 mph).

The results are thanks to a new intercooler system , a stainless steel sport exhaust system with steel catalysts and a calibrated ECU, of course. The price for this upgrade is € 12 800.

The suspension is also upgraded – lowering springs for front axle from 20 to 40mm and rear axle electronic adjustment. The price is € 980. The brake system is improved by installing flexible steel brake lines for € 590 – Technical Supervision certificate and Castrol SRF racing brake fluid included.

The tuned CLS stands on enormous three-piece 9J x 20” wheels with 265/30 ZR20 tires up front and 10.5J x 20” with 305/25 ZR20 tires for the rear axle. The price is rather “ugly” – € 6 337.

The aerodynamics package will cost you additional € 4 460 including an airflow front spoiler, a trunk-lip spoiler and a rear diffuser with fins and underfloor extension.

The interior gets a sports steering wheel in leather/leather design, also available with carbon or finewood applications upon request. If you want tachometer scale up to 360 km/h, your pockets will lose another € 1 450 and last but not least, a classy black carbon package is available for € 3 300.

Source: Vath

October 20, 2011

2012 Lexus CT 200h F-Sport Price – £27 850

Lexus CT 200h F-Sport is a full hybrid premium compact car, which is targeted to young people, who know what they want. The individuality and style of the machine are unique.

The exterior boasts 17” dark-finish alloys, a larger rear spoiler, flared side skirts, a mesh front grille and new aero-styled bumpers front and rear. The interior includes F-Sport steering wheel with a flat bottom section and aluminium pedals and scuff plates.

F-Sport is based on SE-L grade and adds cruise control, F-Sport black leather upholstery, heated front seats, electric driver’s seat adjustment, auto-dimming (electrochromatic) electrically retractable door mirrors and a rear parking camera that links to a display in the rear-view mirror.

You can also opt for HDD navigation system combined with Lexus’s Remote Touch control, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, back guide monitor and 10-speaker audio package. Front and rear parking sensors and a sunroof are also available.

CT 200h F-Sport comes with upgraded suspension with lateral damping system as standard. Coil spring rates have been changed and the standard Showa shock absorbers replaced with Kayaba dampers that give more sports-oriented performance.

The most staggering about the vehicle is its fuel consumption – 68.9mpg official combined cycle. It also emits just 94g/km CO2 emissions. And, as the only full hybrid in its class, it can run for up to a mile in slow moving traffic on its electric power alone, reducing fuel use and tailpipe emissions to zero.

2012 Lexus CT 200h F-Sport will hit the market in January as the prices start at £27 850 OTR.

Source: Lexus

October 20, 2011

2012 Volkswagen Beetle Price – £16 490

Volkswagen UK has announced the price list for the new 2012 Beetl.

Firstly, two engines will be available: the small 1.2 litre TSI with 105PS mated to a 7-speed DSG gearbox and a 1.4 litre TSI with 160PS mated to a 6-speed manual.

There are three trim levels: Beetle, Design and Sport. The standard equipment includes air conditioning, remote central locking, an RCD 310 CD system with DAB radio and rear Isofix seat preparation.

Design adds 17” alloy wheels in a choice of two styles, Bluetooth telephone preparation with MDI iPod connectivity, front fog lights, an alarm, an RCD 510 DAB CD/radio, multifunction leather-wrapped steering wheel and body-coloured door and dashboard panels.

The top-of-range Sport specification brings 18” alloys in a choice of two styles, tinted glass, cruise control, sports seats, parking sensors, gloss black door mirrors, dashboard and door panel and 2Zone electronic climate control.

The options list includes Keyless Access, satellite navigation systems, a panoramic sunroof and bi-xenon headlights.

Check out the price list, below!

2012 Volkswagen Beetle:

Trim level	Engine derivative	CO₂, g/km	Combined mpg	Price, £ RRP OTR
Beetle	1.2-litre TSI 105 PS 7 spd DSG	137	47.9	16,490

Design	1.2-litre TSI 105 PS 7 spd DSG	137	47.9	18,895
Design	1.4-litre TSI 160 PS 6 spd manual	153	42.8	19,470

Sport	1.4-litre TSI 160 PS 6 spd manual	153	42.8	21,220

Source: Volkswagen

October 20, 2011

Best Looking 2011 Muscle Car

Like you may already guessed, our competitors for the title ‘Best Looking 2011 Muscle Car’ are three of the most iconic names among this pure American category of performance vehicles – the 2011 Ford Mustang GT, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro SS and the 2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8. While each of these exclusive models boasts its own charm and character, all three are proud successors of the rides that created this class of vehicles. (more…)

October 19, 2011

2011 Mazda2 1.5 TS2 Automatic

Mazda now offers Mazda2 automatic model with no advance payment. The customers also can choose the compact Mazda3 1.6 TS hatchback, with manual or automatic transmission, for an advanced payment of just £499.

This year the stylish Mazda2 small car has been at the heart of the brand’s Motability programme, with the five-door, automatic model proving especially popular. This TS² model features a powerful 1.5-litre 102PS engine and a 4-speed automatic transmission. 0 to 100 km/h in 11.9 seconds, while the CO₂ rating is a modest 146g/km. Standard equipment includes alloy wheels and air-conditioning.

The 1.6 liter petrol engine returns up to 37.2mpg and has 105PS. The emissions are just 176g/km of CO2. The standard equipment includes alloy wheels, dual-zone climate control air-conditioning, electric front and rear windows and a leather steering wheel with integrated audio controls.

“There are more than 700 Mazda3 models on Motability contracts which are due for renewal in the final quarter of 2011 and our autumn deals will provide our customers with another compelling reason to stay with the Mazda brand, whilst our dealers can also offer a much stronger proposition to other Motability drivers, in particular on the Mazda3 1.6 TS Automatic.”, said Steve Jelliss, Mazda Fleet and Remarketing Director responsible for the Motability programme.

Source: Mazda

October 19, 2011

Royal College of Art Future Car Challenge 2021

Students from the RCA’s Vehicle Design programme have been set the challenge of creating an artwork which encapsulates the spirit of the Future Car Challenge in the year 2021.

The result is really interesting and you’ll be able to see it at the RAC Future Car Challenge 2011, which takes place on Saturday 5 November and requires entrants to drive a 60-mile route from Brighton to London using the least amount of energy.

Vehicle Design at the RCA is the world’s leading centre for vehicle design education and research. The Master of Arts two-year programme remains the only established and dedicated postgraduate course in vehicle design in the world and has an enviable graduate employment record. Alumni include: Ian Callum (Design Director, Jaguar), Simon Cox (Advanced Design, General Motors), Ken Melville (Renault Design), Peter Stevens (International Car Design Consultant) and Nick Talbot (Transport Design Director, Seymour Powell).

The Royal Automobile Club has a close association with the RCA vehicle design programme, having run exhibitions of students’ work in the past. This latest exhibition emphasises the essential link between the young designers of today and the cars of tomorrow – as seen at the annual Future Car Challenge.

“The Royal Automobile Club is very keen to support and encourage the talented designers on the RCA’s programme. The skills and genius of these students will be essential to achieve the developments in motor vehicle technology necessary for a sustainable future.”, commented Ben Cussons, Chairman of the Royal Automobile Club Motoring Committee.

Royal College of Art Future Car Challenge 2021

October 19, 2011

Edo Competition Porsche Panamera S Hellboy

Edo Competition has announced tuning program for Porsche Panamera S. The tuned version is called Hellboy and that suits to it – perfectly.

The mighty 4.8 liter V8 engine is boosted to 465PS(342 kW), instead of factory’s 400PS (294kW) and 550Nm (406 lb-ft). 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds and the top speed is 305 km/h (190 mph).

The results are thanks to new pressure-monitoring and self-adjusting exhaust system with butterfly valves, high-performance catalytic converters, high-flow mufflers and new tail pipes. There are also an ECU recalibration tuned on the dyno and a set of high-flow air filters.

The body kit consists of a a new carbon fiber front skirt with integrated daytime running lights, new carbon fiber front lip, elegant side skirts, a new carbon fiber rear skirt along with the diffuser, new side mirrors and fender vents. Finally, Edo added a ducktail spoiler.

The vehicle stands on 9.5J x 21” rims at the front and 11J x 21” at the rear fitted with 265/35 ZR 21 and 305/30 ZR 21, respectively.

For better stance and improved handling – an electronic lowering module that can bring the body up to 30 mm closer to the ground can be fitted on request.

Verdict: Definitely straight from hell!

Edo Competition Porsche Panamera S Hellboy

Source: Edo Competition

October 18, 2011

Vorsteiner V-CT Porsche Cayenne II [preview]

Vorsteiner will soon reveal full details about their new project, which is based on Porsche Cayenne II. The name of the project is V-CT.

The full body kit includes a front fascia, side skirt extensions, a rear bumper that has a diffuser, and a roof spoiler. The specialists from Vorsteiner will also fit a titanium exhaust system, and custom rims that have a multi-spoke design. The exhaust system is exclusively offered for the Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo.

Most likely, Cayenne II S and Cayenne II Turbo will get ECU modifications for better response and more power.

More pictures and specifications will be available for the end of 2011, until then check out the two pictures, below.

Source: Vorsteiner

October 18, 2011

Citroen DS5 at Top Gear Live

Citroen will exhibit the new DS5 at at Top Gear Live this November. This will be the official UK premiere of Citroen’s flagship. The car has unique style with beautiful lines. It is the first production Citroen to feature full-hybrid diesel technology, combining nice performance with extremely low CO₂ emissions – just 99g/km.

Citroen DS5 has a large chrome-finished grille and a new LED light. There are also an enormous air intake, two tail pipes built into the rear bumper and highlighted by a rear signature featuring six light guides. The vehicle is available with huge 19” alloy wheels fitted with low profile tires.

Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, James May and of course The Stig will take part in Top Gear Live, which runs from 11^th to 13^th November at NEC Birmingham and 24-27 November at ExCeL London.

Many interesting celebrities and guests will be also at the show.

Source: Citroen

October 18, 2011

2012 Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid

Volvo will actually hit the market with the new 2012 V60 Plug-in Hybrid. The vehicle will have carbon dioxide emissions below 50 g/km. The Plug-in Hybrid, which will be launched on the market in 2012, is the result of close cooperation between Volvo Car Corporation and Swedish energy supplier Vattenfall.

What is more, it will bring astonishing performance. V60 Plug-in Hybrid is powered by a 2.4 liter five-cylinder diesel engine and an ERAD (Electric Rear Axle Drive) motor and a 12 kWh lithium-ion battery.

The power of the diesel is 215PS (158 kW) and 440Nm (324 lb-ft) and the electric motor has 70PS (51 kW) and 200Nm (149 lb-ft), which means a total output of 285PS (210 kW) and 640Nm (472 lb-ft), which is not bad for family touring car. The acceleration – 0 to 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds.

The most staggering about the car is its fuel consumption – 1.9 litres per 100 km (148.7 mpg) with CO2 emissions of 49 g/km. This is achieved on “hybrid mode”, which is default driving setting, but you can also run on pure electricity for up to 50 km (31 miles).

“One important aspect of the project was to retain the Volvo V60’s excellent driving pleasure, high safety standard and luxurious comfort. At the same time, average CO2 emissions and fuel consumption will be halved compared with what is available on the market today,” says Stefan Jacoby.

“We’re taking a step forward towards our “DRIVe Towards Zero” vision, that is to say the hunt for zero emissions. In fact, when the V60 Plug-in Hybrid is run solely on electricity and recharged using renewable energy, we’ve already reached that goal.”, he added.

Source: Volvo

October 17, 2011

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