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MEC Design Mercedes-Benz CLS W219

MEC Design has introduced a new aerodynamics package for the Mercedes CLS W219.

The kit includes front bumper with LED fog and day lights, rear bumper with carbon fibre “Extreme” diffusor, side skirts with LED, 3 piece trunk lid spoiler, rear window spoiler. The car is finished in matte black.

MEC Design Mercedes CLS W219 stands on MecxtremeIII one-piece alloy wheels in Full Matt Black finish with dimensions 10.5J x 20” fitted with 285/25 ZR 20 ultra-low profile tires.

The tuning company also fitted four-pipe stainless steel exhaust system, which gives deeper sound and may some other horsepower.

The interior boasts MEC Design floor mats, carbon and leather steering wheel.

MEC Design Mercedes-Benz CLS W219

• MEC Design Bodykit 2Face (front bumper with LED fog + day lights, rear bumper with carbon fibre “Extreme” diffusor, side skirts with LED, 3 piece trunklid spoiler, rear window spoiler)
• MEC Design wheels mecxtremeIII 1pc in Full Matt Black finish 10,5×20 (4,5 inch lip) tires 285/25 ZR 20 all around
• MEC Design Electronic Lowering System module, adjustable
• MEC Design 4 pipe stainless steel exhaust system, sound version Apocalypse
• MEC Design carbon/ leather steering wheel
• MEC Design floor mats
• MEC Design 2010 Grill
• MEC Design 2010 Style LED mirror covers
• Lighting unit background finishing
• Full Matt Black Folie Wrap

Source:MEC Design

July 15, 2011

2012 Volvo C30 with series-connected Range Extender

Volvo has announced the new C30 with series-connected Range Extender. The car is based on a C30 Electric with a three-cylinder combustion engine producing 60HP (45 kW) installed under the rear load compartment floor. The car also has a 40 litre fuel tank.

The combustion engine is connected to a 40 kW generator and the power it generates is used to drive the car’s 111HP (82 kW) electric motor. However, the driver can also choose to let the generator charge the battery, thus increasing the car’s operating range on electricity.

The Range Extender increases the electric car’s range by up to 1 000 km – on top of the 110 km range provided by the car’s battery pack.

The series-hybrid Range Extender in the C30 is part of an EU project in which the Volvo Car Corporation is the only car manufacturer among eight partners. The company’s two parallel-hybrid Range Extender solutions are being developed with a grant of SEK 10.8 million (EUR 1.2 million) from the Swedish Energy Agency.

“These three projects allow us to evaluate the Range Extender’s various possibilities. As with the C30 Electric and V60 Plug-in Hybrid, the goal is to make the cars exceptionally CO₂-lean without compromising on customer requirements such as comfort, driving pleasure and practicality,” commented Derek Crabb.

Source: Volvo

July 15, 2011

LUMMA BMW X6

Lumma Design has already released the special tuning package for the mighty X6 M and now it is turn to the ordinary SAC.

The tuning program includes both styling and performance packages. Lumma aerodynamics kit includes front spoiler bumper with rather enlarged air inlets, double lamps in LED technology and LED day running lights. There are also headlight “eye brows”, mirror hatches, rear spoiler lip and sportive look engine bonnet, made in carbon.

Besides, the beefy car body extension all around and the side skirts with brake cooler optics have extremely modified rear apron with diffuser demanding attention. Down tuned tail lamps is another attraction. The sportive look is accomplished by the matt black front kidney grille frame and the stripe design.

The tuned X6 stands on LUMMA Racing CLR 22 in 10J x 22” and 12J x 22” fitted with tires in 295/30 R22 in front and 335/25 R22 rear. The whole ride is lowered with 40 millimeters (1.5”) for better stance and handling. In yellow painted brake calipers are available also in reinforced execution.

The interior boasts LUMMA front and rear sport seats (rear seats as single ones) with backrest shells in structured carbon leather, matching to the interior colors instruments and seat belts, leather upholstered interior borders, the aluminum pedals set with slip-resistant rubber dots and lit door sill panels with LUMMA logo and, finally, the foot mat and boot floor mat with real leather bordering complete the package.

The 3.0 liter twin-turbocharged petrol received 34PS and 70Nm – totally 340PS and 670Nm of torque. A power module for the gas pedal provides for the better and faster gas reaction and, thus, for the optimal acceleration.

Source: Lumma Design

July 14, 2011

MAGNAT SNOWMOBILE Porsche GT3

Porsche GT3 has received another tuning package, but this time from Magnat … and Wimmer.

The mighty 3.8 liter flat-six received updated software and modified exhaust system including sport catalysts and suction tubes optimization. All coming from Wimmer racing sport techniques in Solingen, Germany, and is called RS step 3. The result is 462HP (340 kW) and 451Nm (334 lb-ft). The top speed is 317 km/h (197 mph).

Snowmobile Porsche GT3 stands on Ultraleggera HLT CT by OZ in 8.5J x 19” and 12J x 19” fitted with 235/35 ZR19 and 305/30 ZR19 Yokohama Advan Sport tires.

The interior gets even more attention. Magnat has re-engineered the whole internal space of the car in finest craftsmanship and highest quality. Leather, Alcantara and high gloss paintwork let the GT3 shine in its unique design, the dynamic diamond patterns setting sportive and, in the same time, exclusive accents.

The audio system boasts 2100 WATTS – high performance voice coils and the 1” textile tweeters, down-fire subwoofer casing with 10” woofer and Magnat Black Core 5 channel amplifier.

Source: Magnat

July 14, 2011

2011 Renault Wind Roadster Gordini

Renault has announced the new 2011 Wind Roadster Gordini, which is now available to buy for just £12 995.

The car comes with Malta Blue metallic paint with twin white Gordini stripes, plus the usual Gordini badges on the side pillars. The exterior also features white door mirrors, grille trim and cowls, 17” alloy wheels with a polished face and gloss black inserts.

The interior boasts Gordini blue and dark grey leather seats with embossed Gordini logo, numbered Gordini plaque (1-200), satin chrome effect gearknob with blue Gordini badge and blue gearstick surround.

There are also Bluetooth connectivity, climate control, multi-functional TunePoint for USB connections and Thatcham category 1 alarm.

The engine range includes a 1.2 liter TCE with 100PS and a 1.6 liter VVT with 133PS.

Among the options list, you can find a Renaultsport exhaust for £450 (1.6 only), 17” Gordini alloy wheels with polished face and blue inserts, plus a wind deflector for £200.

Check out the price list, below!

2011 Renault Wind Roadster Gordini price list:

Trim level	Engine	OTR Price
Dynamique	1.2 TCe 100	£12,995
	1.6 VVT 133	£13,895
GT Line	1.2 TCe 100	£13,895
	1.6 VVT 133	£14,795
Gordini	1.2 TCe 100	£15,195
	1.6 VVT 133	£16,095

Source: Renault

July 14, 2011

Romeo Ferraris MINI Countryman Anniversario

Romeo Ferraris has created a unique MINI Countryman S in honor of the 150^th anniversary of Italy’s unification. The tuned MINI comes with both performance and styling improvements.

MINI Countryman S is powered by a turbocharged 1.6-liter engine, which received a high-flow air filter, a new intercooler, a re-mapped ECU and a sport exhaust system. The result is +43 PS (32 kW) and +88Nm (65 lb-ft) of torque. The total power is 230PS and 328Nm.

The exterior boasts a new matte blue finish with black accents, chromed racing stripes and 19” OZ Racing wheels with Yokohama Advan Sport tires – 225/40 R19.

All the products that make the Mini Countryman lallestimento 150 Anniversary sold separately and are suitable for all Cooper S.

Romeo Ferraris MINI Countryman Anniversario

MINI COOPER S 150th ANNIVERSARY COUNTRYMAN:

DESIGNDull blue paint
Chrome roof coating
Graphite paint mask
Graphite coating side badges
Paint headlights graphite frames
Decorative chrome strips
Chrome mirror caps
Headlights with black background

ENGINEAir Filter
Unit
Intercooler plus
Complete exhaust system consists of: downpipe with catalytic cells 200
Dual output terminal replication Mini Countryman WRC

INTERIORBlue stitching
Blue piping
RF is embroidered on the headrests Sagittarius
Embroidered Tricolore

ALIGNMENT AND BRAKESComplete set-up height adjustable
Brembo braking system consists of: floating discs perforated (or slotted) made to measure (328×28 mm),calipers with 4 pistons
OZ Racing Superleggera III Forged wheels disassembled into three pieces, 9×19 ”
Car paint to match the external canal
Yokohama Advan Sport tires 225/40/R19

Source: Romeo Ferraris

July 14, 2011

2012 Audi A5/S5 Facelift – Sportback, Coupe, Cabriolet

Audi has unveiled the new 2012 A5/S5 model range. A lot of advanced technologies are being added to the Sportback, Coupe, Cabriolet and S5 models. Almost every single detail is improved – the engine, quattro drive and infotainment systems are better now. Audi took care about more efficiency, sportiness and intelligence.

However, the new exterior includes restyled front and rear lights and slightly bigger dimensions. Exactly, the new A5/S5 has grown bigger with a millimeter (0.04 inch). The A5 Sportback is 4.71 meters (15.45 ft) long; the Coupé and the Cabriolet 4.63 meters (15.19 ft). The range of colors has been reshuffled and now includes 16 colors.

The interior features fine materials and top-quality fit and finish. It is now more elegant than ever – with new steering wheels, including an option for a flattened ring, new steering column stalks and with narrow chrome clasps framing the control elements.

The engine range has been revised and now includes a 3.0 TFSI supercharged V6 with 272PS (200 kW) for the A5 and 333PS (245 kW) for the S5. The well-known 1.8 liter TFSI power unit with 170PS (125 kW) now have extraordinary fuel economy – 5.7 liters per 100km (41+ mpg). The output of the 2.0 TFSI remains unchanged at 211PS (155 kW).

The 2.0 liter TDI delivers 177PS (130 kW) and achieves 4.7 liters per 100 km on average. The CO2 emissions are cut to 122 g/km. The 3.0 TDI has 204PS (150 kW) and is the most fuel-efficient six-cylinder unit in its class worldwide. In the A5 Coupé with multitronic, it consumes on average 4.9 liters (48 US mpg) of fuel and emits just 129 g/km of CO2.

2012 Audi A5 Sportback 1.8 TFSI is priced at €33 350 in Germany.

2012 Audi S5

It is available as Sportback, Coupe and Cabriolet. The engine is 3.0 liter TFSI with 333PS (245 kW) with average fuel consumption of just 8.1 liters per 100 km. 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 and top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.

Visual cues to the updated S models include new lights, modified body details and new crystal-effect paint finishes. Subtle changes can also be found in the interior. The most important technical updates for the Audi S5 are quattro drive with the crown-gear center differential and electromechanical power steering. The special S sport suspension and the standard 18” wheels deliver the power to the road.

Check out HD pictures, below!

Source: Audi

July 13, 2011

2012 Toyota Hilux

Toyota has unveiled the new 2012 Hilux facelift. The model is one of the best-selling trucks with 21 866 units in 2010, representing almost 25% of the market share. This makes the Toyota pick-up the segment sales leader for the third consecutive year.

2012 Toyota Hilux boasts a new bonnet, radiator grille, headlamps and front bumper. The vehicle profile is further enhanced by newly designed front and rear wings, redesigned 15″ and 17″ steel and alloy wheels, and new door mirrors.

The interior features Toyota Touch, a 6.1″, full colour, touch screen multimedia unit. There are also a new instrument cluster, darker finishes with a greater colour consistency throughout the interior, and the addition of silver ornamentation.

2012 Toyota Hilux is available in four grades: DLX, the new DLX+, SR and SR+.

The brand new DLX+ grade is available with 2WD or 4WD 2.5 D-4D powertrains mated to a manual gearbox in Single Cab, Extra Cab and Double Cab body styles, and with a 4WD 3.0 D-4D powertrain and manual transmission as a Double Cab only.

The engine range includes an upgraded 2.5-liter D-4D with 144 PS (106 kW) and 343Nm (253 lb-ft). It achieves 7.3 L/100 km and CO2 emissions of 193 g/km. There is also a 3.0 liter D-4D, which now features diesel particulate filter, so it complies with EURO 5 regulations.

Produced at Toyota Motor Thailand and Toyota South Africa Motors, the Hilux 2012 will be available in 36 European countries, and more than 135 throughout the world.

Source: Toyota

July 13, 2011

2012 Toyota Yaris Price – £11 170

Toyota has announced the new 2012 Yaris for the UK. The car will be offered in four grades – T2, TR, SR and T Spirit. Cars are available to order now, with first deliveries to customers from mid-September.

New Yaris will offer sharper, contemporary styling, a better quality, even greater agility and a breakthrough in affordable multimedia connectivity with Toyota Touch and Go.

The TR trim level comes with include15” alloy wheels, air conditioning, Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and Toyota Touch with touchscreen audio controls, Bluetooth and rear parking camera.

The SR is available exclusively with the 1.33-litre Dual VVT-i petrol engine. It features sporty elements both inside and outside. Equipment highlights include 16” alloy wheels, rear roof spoiler, front fog lamps, part-leather upholstery, rear privacy glass and lowered suspension.

T Spirit focuses on premium features and is available in five-door format with the 1.33- litre Dual VVT-i petrol engine. The T Spirit grade includes a panoramic glass roof, dual-zone climate control, automatic headlights and windscreen wipers, auto-dimming rear view mirror and smart entry and start.

The engine range includes : 1.0 and 1.33-litre petrol units and a 1.4-litre D-4D turbodiesel.

The three-cylinder 1.0-litre VVT-i petrol comes with a 5-speed manual gearbox. It delivers 68BHP at 6000RPM and 93Nm at 3600RPM. Fuel consumption has been improved by four per cent to 58.9mpg and CO₂ emissions are down by seven per cent to 111g/km.

The 1.33-litre Dual VVT-i generates 98BHP at 6000RPM and 125Nm at 4000RPM. When matched to the new Multidrive S transmission, fuel economy is 56.5mpg and CO₂ emissions are 118g/km.

Multidrive S, Toyota’s latest continuously variable transmission (CVT), features a manual override, sequential seven-step mode that the driver can operate using either the gearshift lever or paddle shifts on the steering wheel.

The 1.4-litre D-4D engine is fitted as standard with a diesel particulate filter (DPF) and is matched to a 6-speed manual transmission. It produces 89BHP at 3800RPM and 205Nm between 1800 and 2800RPM. The fuel consumption is 72.4mpg and CO₂ emission of 104g/km.
Check out the price list, below!

2012 Toyota Yaris:

MODEL	ENGINE	OTR PRICE
T2 3dr	1.0 VVT-i 5MT	£11,170
T2 5dr	1.0 VVT-i 5MT	£11,670
TR 3dr	1.0 VVT-i 5MT	£12,260
TR 3dr	1.33 Dual VVT-i 6MT	£12,760
TR 3dr	1.4 D-4D 6MT	£14,260
TR 5dr	1.0 VVT-i 5MT	£12,760
TR 5dr	1.33 Dual VVT-i 6MT	£13,260
TR 5dr	1.33 Dual VVT-i 6MT MDS	£14,260
TR 5dr	1.4 D-4D 6MT	£14,760
SR 3dr	1.33 Dual VVT-i 6MT	£13,335
SR 5dr	1.33 Dual VVT-i 6MT	£13,835
SR 5dr	1.33 Dual VVT-i MDS	£14,835
T Spirit 5dr	1.33 Dual VVT-i 6MT	£14,385
T Spirit 5dr	1.33 Dual VVT-i MDS	£15,385

Source: Toyota

July 13, 2011

speedART forged 23″ CTS for Cayenne II, Q7 and Touareg

The tuning company speedART has introduced CTS-FOREGED 23″ alloy wheels. The weight of a monobloc wheel is just 16,7 Kg, which practically is the same like an original cast 20″ wheel.

The multi-spoke design features bi-color paint and the wheels are protected by a clear coat which give the polished spokes a very exclusive touch.

The dimensions are 11J x 23” and they are made especially for all Porsche Cayenne, Audi Q 7 and VW Touareg – LK 5×130. Of course, the wheels are TUV-homologated and produced in Europe under very strict regulations of quality and safety.

Definitely, these wheels will give your SAV better looks, especially, when the rims are fitted with extremely low profile tires.

The prices are not announced, yet.

speedART forged 23 CTS Porsche Cayenne II

Source: speedART

July 13, 2011

O.CT Audi R8 4.2 V8

O.CT Tuning has introduced a reworked version of the R8 4.2i V8. The car boasts more power and better styling.

O.CT Tuning GmbH has installed a compressor kit to the 4.2 liter V8 with 434PS (319 kW) and 430Nm (317 lb-ft). The kit includes: the „Black Compressor“ with CNC mastered aluminum holding system, tension pulley made by Good Year, custom made suction system, inner overflow-overpressure-system, crank case with vent system and a modified set of toothed belts.

Finally, there is an ECU re-map to make sure that everything is working perfectly and the result is superb – 565PS and 560Nm of torque. 0 to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds and to 250 km/h in 24 seconds. Top speed – over 300 km/h.

O.CT Audi R8 4.2 V8 also received bigger brakes and carbon fiber hood.

Price list is not announced, yet.

Source: OCT Tuning

July 13, 2011

2012 Mercedes M-Class Price – 46 200 EUR

Mercedes-Benz has announced the 2012 M-Class range price list.

In Europe, the 2012 Mercedes M-Class is available in three versions, and with a choice between three engines – ML250, ML350 Bluetec and ML350 BlueEFFICIENCY.

2011 Mercedes-Benz ML250 is powered by a 2.1-liter diesel engine with 204PS (150 kW) and a hefty torque of 500Nm (370 lb-ft). The more powerful ML350 Bluetec has a 3.0 liter V6 with 258PS (190 kW) and 619Nm (457 lb-ft). The performance is very good – 0 to 100 km/h for 7.5 seconds and top speed of 224 km/h.

The petrol variant is ML 350 BueEfficiency with a 3.5 liter V6 with 306PS (225 kW) and 370Nm (273 lb-ft). The top speed is 235 km/h and 0 to 100 km/h takes 7.6 seconds.

All engines come with a 7G-Tronic automatic gearbox delivering the power to an 4MATIC all-wheel drive system.

The new M-Class has a selective damping suspension, while the Airmatic self-leveling air suspension and an Active Curve System with dynamic roll stabilization is available as an option.

The safety includes Night View Assist Plus including pedestrian recognition, Speed Limit Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Blind Spot Assist, Active Park Assist and Distronic Plus.
Check out the price list, below!

The prices of the new Mercedes-Benz M-Class at a glance*:

		Including 19% sales tax
ML 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC	€46,200	€54,978
ML 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC	€49,350	€58,726.50
ML 350 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY	€47,700	€56,763

*Prices in the German Market

Source: Mercedes-Benz

July 12, 2011

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