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speedART Porsche Panamera PS9-300D

Porsche Panamera Diesel is one of the perfect choices on the market, if you want economic GT car. It is powered by a 3.0 liter V6 turbo-diesel with 250 PS (184 kW) and 550Nm (406 lb-ft) of torque.

However, the German tuning specialists from speedART made some modifications for the stylish Porsche.

First, the engine received an ECU re-map, which means additional 50PS (37 kW) and 100Nm (73 lb-ft) of torque. Originally, the car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds and has a top speed of 242 km/h (150 mph), so the time will be significantly dropped and the top speed will be a lot more. The fuel consumption of 6.3 liters per 100 km will remain unchanged.

Second, PS9 aerodynamic kit is fitted. It includes a front spoiler, a pair of side skirts, rear diffuser, a double wing rear spoiler. There are also new front and rear air intakes. The 22” Five Spoke Competition mono-block wheels fitted with performance tires complete the exterior look.

Source: speedART

September 29, 2011

Ford Transit SportVan Metallic

Ford Transit SportVan will get a new special Moondust Silver paintwork with graphite bonnet stripes.

“Demand for our Transit SportVan has been exceptional so we are delighted to now offer this latest edition. Transit remains as popular as ever with more than 40,000 sales so far this year and this SportVan gives customers the chance to own a really special Transit.”, commented Ford of Britain’s marketing director, Anthony Ireson.

Transit SportVan is powered by a 2.2-litre TDCi diesel engine delivering 140PS. It is paired to a 6-speed manual gearbox sending all power to the front wheels.

The exterior boasts Moondust Silver paintwork, Le Mans-style graphite bonnet stripes, twin exhausts, 18” graphite colour alloy wheels fitted with low profile 235/45 R18 tires, front and rear lower spoilers, side skirts and extended wheel arches. Standard safety features include ABS, ESP and driver and passenger airbags.

The interior includes velour trim, air conditioning, Sony radio/CD with DAB with remote steering-column-mounted controls, Bluetooth, cruise control, power windows, powered and heated mirrors, leather steering wheel, tinted glass, leather gearshift knob and a perimeter alarm are also standard.

Additional standard equipment includes power deadlocks, rain-sensing wipers, auto headlights, front fog lights and a load area protection kit. Optional are leather seats, Satellite Navigation FX system with 5in colour screen and a rear view camera with cab-mounted 7in LCD colour display monitor. LED cargo lights in rear and LED daytime running lights are available as a dealer-fit accessory.

Ford Transit SportVan Metallic is priced at £23 670.

Source: Ford

September 29, 2011

MINI London 2012 Edition

MINI will launch 2 012 units of its new London 2012 special, limited edition model to celebrate the monumental London Olympic Games, next year.

There will be just 2,012 of these special edition models built, which are available in Cooper, Cooper D, Cooper S and Cooper SD trims and come in the Union Jack themed colours; Chilli Red, White Silver or Lightning Blue. All models boast white mirror caps and a white roof featuring the iconic London 2012 Olympic graphic.

The exterior boasts a Union Jack single sport stripe which runs over the bonnet, roof and rear tailgate of the car. The side scuttles also bear the London 2012 Olympic graphic. To finish off the dynamic look, the MINI London 2012 edition features unique grey 17” conical spoke alloy wheels – unavailable on any other MINI model.

The interior comes with piano-black dashboard. Silhouetting some of London’s most iconic landmarks, including Tower Bridge, Battersea Power Station and the London Eye, the dashboard also displays the words “London 1 of 2012”.

All London 2012 special edition models come packed with a bundle of extra options like Lounge Leather sports seats, DAB radio, air conditioning, cruise control and chrome interior touches. MINIMALISM technology also comes as standard; helping to make the 99g/km CO₂ emitting Cooper D models exempt from London Congestion Charging.

MINI Cooper Hatch                             £17,800
MINI Cooper D Hatch                         £19,080
MINI Cooper S Hatch                          £20,125
MINI Cooper SD Hatch                       £20,860

Source: MINI

September 29, 2011

Skoda Superb Estate TDI DSG Price – £26 400

Skoda Super Estate repeat triumph in the 2012 Caravan Club Towcar of the Year Awards. The famous 2.0-litre TDI DSG model took top honours in the £25 000 – £32 000 category. What is more, the car is currently on the market for just £26 400.

“Winning any honour once is a great achievement but to do it again is testament to the outstanding engineering, and quality of the ŠKODA range. We know the caravanning community is an enthusiastic supporter of the Superb Elegance Estate. Its powerful 2.0-litre diesel engine and efficient DSG transmission create a refined and stable base for stress-free long-distance towing.”, said SKODA UK Brand Director, Robert Hazelwood.

Other interesting choices of Superb Estate are these with Laurin & Klement design package. They are offered with a choice of three engines: a 2.0 litre TSI with 200PS (147 kW), the mighty 3.6 litre FSI V6 with 260PS (191 kW) and the exact diesel – 2.0 litre TDI CR DPF – 170PS (125 kW).

As you may suggest, Skoda Superb is one of the best family cars in the world. Not only because of its capabilities and quality of materials, but for its incredibly low price.

The car is perfect value for money and if you need an estate, this is the best choice – Skoda Superb Estate TDI DSG.

Source: Skoda

September 29, 2011

2009 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Concept

Chevrolet has announced the new Corvette Stingray Concept, which will hit the market in 2013 as a 2014 model.

The truth is that the current model is not so popular among the customers – a total of 9 123 units were sold last year. The latter, by the way, have been the lowest in the last 4 decades of the legend’s production.

The C7 will be lighter and more compact than the C6. Another innovation will be a 7-speed manual gearbox, which was recently introduced by Porsche. There are also rumors of direct injection and variable valve timing on the new V8 engine. This is really a precedent in GMs history, because they have been always counting on simple, big and powerful engines.

What seems sure at this point, though, is that the C7 will come off the production lines in the Bowling Green Assembly plant in Kentucky where the current-generation Corvette is produced.

September 29, 2011

2012 Skoda Citigo

Skoda has announced the smallest vehicle in its model range. Citigo is brand’s new model will make its debut in its domestic market, the Czech Republic, before the end of this year, with the UK and other European countries following at the beginning of summer 2012.

The dimensions are just 3560mm long, 1650mm wide and 1480mm high. It is perfect for city driving, especially with its superbly efficient engine.

The Citigo is powered by a three-cylinder 1.0 liter engine with either 60PS (44 kW) or 75PS (55 kW). Both versions make 95Nm of torque and are mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox.

The fuel consumption is impressively low with figures of 67.3mpg and 65.7mpg respectively and emissions of just 97g and 99g CO₂/km, respectively.

The engines and the transmission have been designed to provide optimum economy in cities and their surroundings. Reaching the operating temperature even on short distances, the engines are highly economical.

Technical specifications

Engine		1.0 MPI/60PS	1.0 MPI/75PS
Cylinders		3	3
Displacement	[cm3]	999	999
Max. engine performance/revs	[kW at rpm]	44/5000–6000	55/6200
Max. torque/revs	[Nm at rpm]	95/3000–4300	95/3000–4300
Transmission		manual 5-speed	manual 5-speed
Dimensions
Length/width/height	[mm]	3563/1641/1478	3563/1641/1478
Wheel base	[mm]	2420	2420
Track front/rear	[mm]	1428/1424	1428/1424
Wheels		5J×14″	5J×14″
Tyres		165/70 R14	165/70 R14
Storage capacity/with rear seat backrests folded down	[l]	251/951	251/951
Width of front/rear seats	[mm]	1417/1389	1417/1389
Headroom in front/rear seats	[mm]	993/947	993/947
Body
Drag coefficient cw		0,33	0,33
Weights
Kerb weight – incl. driver*	[kg]	929	929
Payload – incl. driver*	[kg]	436	436
Performance/consumption
Maximum speed	[mph]	99	106
Acceleration 0–62mph	[secs]	13.9	12.7
Consumption – combined (1999/100/EC)	[mpg]	62.8	60.1
CO₂ emissions	[g/km]	105	108

Source: Skoda

September 27, 2011

Superchips Citroen DS3 Racing

Citroen DS3 Racing is one of the best hot hatches currently available on the market. According to us, it is the best, because it includes everything that a hot hatch needs – power and style!

Superchips ltd now offers an ECU re-map for the EP6CDTX engine – 1.6 liter direct injection, twin-scroll turbocharged, which is boosted to 230BHP (169 kW) and 320Nm (237 lb-ft) of torque.

The new power reflects on 0 to 60 mph time, which is 6.5 seconds for the non-tuned version and a top speed of over 149 mph.

However, the additional performance delivered by the Superchips upgrade doesn’t come at the expense of the Citroën DS3 Racing’s 42 mpg combined fuel economy, so despite of the noticeable performance increase produced by the Superchips ECU remap.

The upgrade is suitable for all Citroen DS3 Racing models produced from January 2011 onwards. The price is just £455.00, including VAT 20%, so …

Superchips – don’t compromise, optimise.

Source: Superchips

September 27, 2011

Fiat 500 Pink Ribbon Edition Price – $22 500

Fiat has created special Pink Ribbon edition for the United States. The vehicle is Produced in partnership with The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF), the collaboration allows breast cancer awareness advocates to express their support for the cause in modern iconic Italian style.

“We are honored to partner with an upstanding organization like The Breast Cancer Research Foundation that supports a cause so important to our consumers and our company,” commented Laura Soave, Head of FIAT North America.

“The Fiat 500 Pink Ribbon edition offers our FIAT consumers a unique and stylish way to express their support, help fund breast cancer research and ultimately drive change.”, she added.

The vehicle is based on 500 Lounge, which is available in silver and white. The special edition model boasts a dark pink stripe with a pink ribbon. The interior will feature unique floor mats and black leather seats with pink contrast stitching.

The vehicle is limited to just 250 unit and the price is $22 500. The manufacturer will donate $1 000 to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation for every unit sold, which means totally $250 000 for the whole series.

Source: Fiat

September 27, 2011

2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Price – $250 000

Actually, this is an auction price for Camaro ZL 1, which has been sold at the Barrett-Jackson event in Las Vegas. The vehicle was offered by Fairway Chevrolet-Buick-GMC in Las Vegas, with 100 percent of the auction proceeds benefitting the YMCA of Southern Nevada.

Camaro ZL1 is one of the most powerful street legal vehicles in the world. It is powered by a brutal 6.2 liter LSA V8 engine equipped with supercharger. The power is “just” 588PS (432 kW) and 754Nm (556 lb-ft) of torque. What is more, the ZL1 comes with Performance Traction Management and third-generation Magnetic Ride Control.

Rick Hendrick won the special 69th Camaro ZL1 for $250 000. It is finished in Carbon Flash Metallic.

“Our family has been involved with the YMCA for more than 25 years,” said Greg Heinrich, president of Fairway Chevrolet.

“In that time, I have seen firsthand how the ‘Y’ helps young people, families, and seniors in our community. Today, the community’s dependence on the YMCA of Southern Nevada is greater than ever, with the Y sponsoring one out of four members.”, he finished.

Source: GM

September 26, 2011

MKB P670 Mercedes GL-Class

MKB has announced its tuning version of the biggest Mercedes-Benz – the GL-class. The engine swap is available for both GL 500 and GL 450.The total result is 668 PS (491 kW) and 1200Nm (885 lb-ft) of torque from the huge V12 engine. Furthermore, it fits perfectly in the engine bay as well as the automatic gearbox, the electronic control systems and 4-Matic drive system.The huge vehicle accelerates like super sports car – 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds and a top speed of 270 km/h (168 mph) – electronically limited. However, we believe that the SUV will easily hit 300 km/h.The heavy duty vehicle needs heavy duty braking system – 380mm ceramic discs up front and rear with 6-piston and 4-piston calipers, respectively.The tuning package costs whopping €217 568 excluding the price of original GL-Class.

Source: Autoblog.nl

September 26, 2011

2012 MINI Coupe Price – £16 640

2012 MINI Coupe is priced at just £16 640 on-the-road. The brand offers industry leading tlc servicing packages available on all MINI Coupe models.

The engine range includes outputs from 122PS (90 kW) to 211PS (155 kW) powering the flagship MINI John Cooper Works Coupe. There is also a 143PS (105 kW) Cooper SD – diesel engine.

Fuel economy on the combined cycle stretches from 39.8 mpg in the MINI John Cooper Works Coupe to a frugal 65.7mpg in the Cooper SD model while CO₂ emissions are as low as just 114g/km on the Cooper SD. Even the MINI John Cooper Works Coupe emits only 165g/km.

The standard equipment includes: Park Distance Control with rear sensors, height-adjustable sports seats (Cooper S upwards), air conditioning, electrically adjustable heated exterior mirrors, DAB digital radio and the MINI Radio Boost CD audio system with AUX IN connection. Standard safety equipment includes twin front and head-thorax airbags.

The options list is huge: automatic climate control, heated seats, multi-function steering wheel (standard on Cooper S, Cooper SD and John Cooper Works), automatically dimming rear-view and exterior mirrors, Harman Kardon hi-fi loudspeaker system, Bluetooth, USB audio interface, storage package and preparation for a rear luggage rack. Additional options are available from the John Cooper Works ranges.

Model	OTR Price	CO₂	MPG*	Insurance Group
MINI Cooper Coupé	£16,640	127g/km	52.3	18E
MINI Cooper S Coupé	£19,775	136g/km	48.7	31E
MINI Cooper SD Coupé	£20,510	114g/km	65.7	22E
MINI John Cooper Works Coupé	£23,795	165g/km	39.8	36E

MINI John Cooper Works Coupe:

Four-cylinder petrol engine with twin-scroll turbocharger and direct injection, plus numerous technological details carried over directly from motorsport.
Displacement: 1,598 cc

Output: 211hp/155kW at 6,000 rpm

Max torque: 260 Nm/192 lb-ft at 1,850 – 5,600 rpm

(280 Nm/207 lb-ft with Overboost at 2,000 – 5,100 rpm)

Acceleration: 0–62 mph: 6.4 seconds

Top speed: 149 mph

Average fuel consumption (combined cycle): 39.8 mpg

CO₂ emissions: 165 g/km

MINI Cooper S Coupe:

Four-cylinder petrol engine with twin-scroll turbocharger and direct injection.

Displacement: 1,598 cc

Output: 184hp/135kW at 5,500 rpm

Max torque: 240 Nm/177 lb-ft at 1,600 – 5,000 rpm

(260 Nm/192 lb-ft with Overboost at 1,700 – 4,500 rpm)

Acceleration: 0–62 mph: 6.9 seconds

Top speed: 143 mph

Average fuel consumption (combined cycle): 48.7 mpg

CO₂ emissions: 136 g/km

MINI Cooper SD Coupe:

Four-cylinder turbo diesel with aluminium crankcase, common-rail injection and variable turbine geometry.

Displacement: 1,995 cc

Output: 143hp/105kW at 4,000 rpm

Max torque: 305 Nm/225 lb-ft at 1,750 – 2,700 rpm

Acceleration: 0–62 mph: 7.9 seconds

Top speed: 134 mph

Average fuel consumption (combined cycle): 65.7 mpg

CO₂ emissions: 114 g/km

MINI Cooper Coupé:

Displacement: 1,598 cc

Output: 122hp/90kW at 6,000 rpm

Max torque: 160 Nm/118 lb-ft at 4,250 rpm

Acceleration: 0–62 mph: 9.0 seconds

Top speed: 127 mph

Average fuel consumption (combined cycle): 52.3 mpg

CO₂ emissions: 127 g/km

Exterior dimensions :

Length: 3,728 millimetres (MINI Cooper Coupé)

3,734 millimetres (MINI Cooper S and Cooper SD Coupé)

3,758 millimetres (MINI John Cooper Works Coupé)

Width: 1,683 millimetres (1892 millimetres including door mirrors)

Height: 1,378 millimetres (MINI Cooper Coupé)

1,384 millimetres (MINI Cooper S, Cooper SD and John Cooper Works Coupé)
Wheelbase: 2,467 millimetres

Source: Mini

September 26, 2011

TechArt Porsche 911 Turbo – 700 PS and 880 Nm

TechArt has released more powerful version of Porsche 911 Turbo – 997 model. The tuning company launched power kit TA 097/T1 and T2 several months ago and now they offer TA 097/T3 kit.

Porsche 911 Turbo originally produces 500PS, but with stage 3 it is boosted to whopping 700PS (515 kW) and 880Nm (649 lb-ft) of torque. This is an increase of 200PS (147 kW) and 230Nm (170 lb-ft).

The results are thanks to two new VTG turbochargers, high performance intercoolers, sport air filter, new intake manifold and sport exhaust system. Of course, everything is carefully mapped to work just fine. There is also TECHART engine styling package in carbon-fibre.

The performance is brutal – 0 to 100 km/h in 2.8 seconds, to 200 km/h in 9 seconds and a top speed of mind blowing 352 km/h (219 mph).

All that power is put on the road through all-wheel-drive system, so you just have to step on the gas pedal and grad the steering wheel really hard.

Source: Techart

September 26, 2011

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