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  • 2011 Porsche Cayenne Diesel will hit the US market

    The diesel powered cars aren’t very popular in the United States. The first reason is the cheap gasoline, especially in some states. For example, a liter gasoline in the United States is around $0.60 (less than 0.50 Euro) and a liter gasoline in Germany is around 1.50 Euro, so you make the maths. That is the main reason for everybody in the US to drive enormous V8 engines and dont care about the environment and fuel consumption.

    The second reason is that the diesel fuel is not so common in the US. There is diesel at almost every gas station in Europe. (more…)

  • BMW i100 Coupe Active Hybrid is the rival of Audi e-Tron

    Recently, the electric sports cars are very fashionable. Audi revealed e-Tron and BMW can’t watch with indifference, so they started to prepare i100 Coupe ActiveHybrid, which will be a direct rival of Audi e-Tron.

    The power system of BMW i100 Coupe ActiveHybrid, which is planned to be launched in 2013 is a three-cylinder direct injected petrol engine and two electric motors. The estimated overall power will be around 265-285hp. (more…)

  • 2011 Toyota Tacoma gets TRD TX and TX Pro packages

    2011 Toyota Tacoma has huge success on the US market, so the company decided to add two new performance packages to the pick-up.

    Both packages include performance-enhancing equipment and some cosmetic changes. They were  created to strengthen the Tacoma’s optional Off-Road package, which includes an electronic locking rear differential; tuned stabilizer bars, springs, and shock absorbers; and larger, off-road-ready tires. (more…)

  • 2011 Nissan Rogue US hits the market on August 13th

    2011 Nissan Rogue will hit the US market on August 13th. The vehicle was unveiled at the 23rd Annual International Z Car Convention in Nashville, Tennessee.

    The facelifted version features revised grille, an updated front bumper, new front spoiler, new rear spoiler, extended wheel arches, additional chrome trim, and last, but not least – a new set of 18” alloys – on the Krom Edition / SL Package. (more…)

  • Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari for the UK

    Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari is a limited edition, which will be produced in just 152 units. However, there will be a right hand drive version specially created for Britain. The small car is priced at £29 600 (EU 35 500). It features carbon wing mirrors, Corsa Grey wheels and front air intakes. (more…)

  • Superchips power-up for Mercedes 350CDi BlueEFFICIENCY

    The ECU remap for diesel engines is so popular, that probably there is no a single diesel car, which haven’t been „chipped”. Mercedes’ models, which feature 231bhp 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY engine can be boosted by Superchips ltd.

    The ECU map for the Mercedes’ Bosch EDC17 ECU features removing some of the inherent performance constraints and fine tuning fuelling and turbo boost parameters. The result is additional 34 bhp and 80 Nm of torque. The overall power of 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY is 265bhp and massive 642Nm of torque.

    Superchips conversion is covered by a full Customer Service Guarantee and an industry-leading 12 month / 30 000 mile supplementary vehicle warranty.

    All Mercedes models featuring 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY can be boosted – C / E / M / R and S-Class, which are produced from June 2009 onwards.

    The price of the ECU remap from Superchips is £445 including installation and VAT.

    2010 Superchips Mercedes C 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY

  • LUMMA Design Porsche Cayenne Diesel – style, comfort and performance

    Lumma Design are famous with their styling and performance updates. One of their latest projects is 2010 Porsche Cayenne Diesel, which received a number of upgrades such as performance package, optics kit, alloys set and some interior changes.

    The performance upgrade includes D-Box, which is a plug-and-play solution for increasing the power of the diesel engine under the bonnet from 240 to 276hp and the torque become 630Nm instead of 550. Besides the better acceleration, Lumma Porsche Cayenne Diesel is more fuel efficient because of the bigger torque. (more…)

  • Inden Design refined Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG

    Inden Design developed whole package for Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG R230 facelift. The upgrades feature performance package, complete body kit, set of unique wheels and improved suspension.

    The prices are as stunning as the car itself. You can start with the body kit, which includes a new front bumper with spoiler, ventilated hood and fenders, side skirts, rear apron, rear diffuser, and rear spoiler – €19 900.

    Only the carbon fiber hood costs €3 500 on top and the same material can be used on the rear diffuser for an added €800. (more…)

  • 2009 Ford Focus RS available for Australia

    The latest version of Ford Focus RS is the hottest hatchback on the market. It stunned the whole automobile industry with the massive power transmitted only to the front wheels. The vehicle is power by L5 2.5 liter turbocharged petrol engine delivering whopping 300hp and 440Nm of torque. (more…)

  • 2011 Nissan X-Trail now offers better value for money

    Nissan X-Trail is one of the best selling models of the company. It benefits from a perfect on and off-road capabilities combined with nice interior and exterior, and everything that is at good price. However, from October this year, customers of Nissan will be able to buy the new updated version of X-Trail, which offers even more durability, comfort, practicality and convenience than the old one. (more…)

  • Konigseder makes Nissan GTR R35 stunningly beautiful

    The tuning company Konigseder revealed stunning styling and performance package for one of the most vigorous sports cars in the world – Nissan GT-R R35.

    The performance package includes ECU remap, a cold air intake and titanium Akrapovic exhaust system. The mighty twin-turbo 3.8 liter V6 originally produces 485hp, but after the upgrades the power becomes 572hp. The acceleration is just astonishing – 0 to 200 km/h in 9.8 seconds. (more…)

  • Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG – The ultimate high-performance saloon

    The newest powertrain of AMG features 5.5 liter V8 biturbo engine and SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed gearbox. The powerunit is mounted on all AMG 63 models.

    The maximum output power in the new S 63 AMG is 571hp (420kW) and 900Nm of torque. The power is transmitted to the road through AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports gearbox, which contributes towards a considerable reduction in fuel consumption and harmful emissions. (more…)