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  • A special tuning project revives an old Porsche Speedster. Check it out!

    2018 DM Motorsport Porsche 911 SpeedsterDP Motorsport team has received a rather curious task to refresh and fine-tune a special Porsche model. A Berlin-based client has refurbished a 356 C-Convertible mainly by himself and now seeks ways of making the vehicle look more vintage. In fact, this speedster has already undergone a Phase 1 in such process: back in 1989 the vehicle was still a 911 Tagra 3.2 convertible, but after meticulous work, it became an agile Speedster in the 90’s.

    2018 DM Motorsport Porsche 911 Speedster

    Now DP Motorsport team has decided to execute Phase 2 – upgrading the vehicle by applying the F-Model-Body kits dp11F Carrera-Widebody. Of course, this is just a single piece from the whole tuning adventure. The team has managed to widen the wheel housing with an inch and has slightly lowered the front bumper. Furthermore, the side sills now cover the oil pipes and contribute to more attractive trim. And the coolest thing of all is that the 2-pipe rear mufflers are revised and modified in order to match the design concept. Sweet!

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    As it seems, Phase 2 has finished and it is time for the next step: Phase 3. DP Motorsport team has planned it for next winter when there would be adjusted height, compression and rebound. And this will be the phase in which the team would be dealing with drivetrain system. It is scheduled to upgrade the 218hp power engine with using Shick-camshafts, bigger throttle valve and special wheels and tires. Stick with us for further information!

    2018 DM Motorsport Porsche 911 Speedster

    2018 DM Motorsport Porsche 911 Speedster

    Source: DM Motorsport

  • A neat Mercedes-AMG Coupe heads our way!

    2018 Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe In order to mark the launch of the new AMG GT 4-Door Coupe the team will offer a special Edition 1 model for a period of just 12 months. It is a bit different, compared to the stock model and features sportier spirit and some exclusive gadgets.

    2018 Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe

    First of all, there is a special AMG Aerodynamics Package and foil applications that enhance the sporty features. Also, as true AMG family member, this one comes with large 21-inch cross-spoke forged wheels, exclusive paintwork and diamond white or graphic grey metallic accents. In terms of interior, the design team has included AMG Performance seats, covered in Exclusive nappa leather in magma grey and also gives off this sporty ambience, thanks to the AMG Performance wheel in DINAMICA microfiber with yellow contrasting stitching.

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    In terms of drivetrain system, the limited-edition model comes with a V8 engine that generates a total of 639hp. Massive, isn’t it? Furthermore, driving dynamics are enhanced by adding a large front splitter and integrated flicks in the front apron. There are also new demand-optimized diffuser and fixed rear spoiler that is mechanically adjusted. Also, there are a total of 30 kilograms of aerodynamic downforce that presses the rear axle down onto the road, while the front splitter reinforces the effect, but also contributes to better air management system. Sweet!

    2018 Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe

    2018 Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe

    2018 Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe

    Source: Mercedes 

  • Lightweight team showcases one more BMW M2 project

    2018 Lightweight BMW M2 LWLightweight studio showcases new product for its 2018 portfolio. We do like these guys for their devotion in small details and making upgrades that do not change the original concept, but just built on it. After the success of the LW M2 CSR, geared with M4 GTS components, its successor comes with solely M2 technique – LW M2 comes with more stylish approach and more technological features. Let’s find out more!

    2018 Lightweight BMW M2 LW

    Visually it resembles 100 per cent an original BMW vehicle, however there are some neat additions. For example, it is named Hillary and features neat sporty exterior design. There are numerous carbon-fiber components, like the two-part front spoiler, diffuser and twin-kidney radiator grille. Other goodies include some handy solutions – there is new Blistein clubsport chassis, large 20-inch and 21-inch wheels, ABS alignment, sporty steering wheel with perforated Alcantara leather and more.

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    In terms of drivetrain system there is a six-cylinder power units that was further revised and features lightweight titanium construction, muffler with carbon-fiber and Lightweight 300 cell down-pipe. Sweet. It produces a total of 428hp and the massive 600Nm of torque and is paired to a 7-speed DKG gearbox. This combination allows a top speed of 300km/h and pretty confident road behavior. We like it!

    2018 Lightweight BMW M2 LW

    2018 Lightweight BMW M2 LW

    Source: Lightweight 

  • Volkswagen is about to reveal the next Golf legend

    2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI TCROn May 9th there would be around 7,300 vеhicles and 125,000 people that would take part in a special event in Reifnitz am Wörthersee in order to honor the Golf GTI concept. And this year’s highlight will be the debut of the revised Golf GTI TCR machine that would come with massive power output and numerous technological surprises.

    2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR

    This is a special edition that offers a total of 286hp and 273 pound-feet of torque, exclusive 7-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic gearbox and standard limited-slip differential. This setup allows the vehicle to reach a top speed of 279km/h (155mph). Not bad, huh? The cool thing is that this speed can be expanded to the final 164mph by opting to remove the electronic speed limited. Super cool!

    SEE ALSO: Volvo takes further steps in terms of vehicle safety features

    As you might know, the Golf GTI is one of the most, if not the most popular compact car. It was first revealed back in 1976 with a 110-hp front wheel drive hatch setup and has proved to everyone that even an affordable vehicle can deliver excellent driving dynamics and sporty features. Fun fact is that VW’s original plans included producing merely 5,000 vehicles. Funny, how things have changed – such impact and influence are not seen every day in the world of motorsport.

    2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR

    2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR

    Source: Volkswagen 

  • Volvo takes further steps in terms of vehicle safety features

    2018 Volvo Cars Safety Features Volvo Cars, the well-known Scandinavian vehicle manufacturer and the leader in truck making Volvo Trucks are incorporating a special system that shares real-time data to update the connected safety technology. This is a cloud-based system that would allow inner vehicle data gadgets to communicate with each other and alert drivers for upcoming road hazards.

    This is the first time that Volvo team is doing such a collaboration with another company. The partnership itself also showcases a step forward towards achieving the next stage of road safety. In fact, since the beginning of the year, live and anonymous data is shared between different Volvo trucks and sold across Sweden and Norway.

    2018 Volvo Cars Safety Features

    As you know, Volvo Cars sets goal for improving the overall safety on the road and it is famous for installing its safety systems in its machines and always setting higher standards for pleasurable and safe driving experience. For example, the Swedish manufacturer is the first to install Hazard Light Alert technology in the world of automotive industry. It sends signal to all nearby Volvo cars, connected to the cloud service once the vehicle has switched to hazard light. Available since 2016, it is part of the standard feature for all 90 and 60 series.

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    Volvo Cars has a strong history of sharing safety knowledge with others in the interest of saving as many lives as possible. In 1959, Volvo opened the patent for the three-point seatbelt to all other car makers, saving an estimated one million lives to date. And this is how you change the world of automobile industry!

    2018 Volvo Cars Safety Features

    Source: Volvo Cars

  • Kahn Design showcases Big Foot project

    2018 Kahn Design Land Rover Defender Big FootLand Rover Defender remains the favorite vehicle for tuning in Kahn Design Studio. Some calling it “people’s car”, this is one of the most versatile and endurable machines ever built. However, Chelsea Truck Company has decided to see how much it is capable of refining and upgrading. And the team has reached new peaks, believe us.

    2018 Kahn Design Land Rover Defender Big Foot

    The Defender has undergone through comprehensive transformation and features elegant and yet muscular additions, front wings, integrated vents and wide rear wings There are also new headlamp surrounds, A-frame with winch surround and twin crosshair exhaust system with exhaust shields. However, the most obvious and stunning feature remains the tire set. These are enormous, to say the least. This is a set of 5x10x16 5-Spoke Tubler Steel Wheels in satin black, wrapped with 5×37-inch Maxxis Trepador Extreme Off Road Tires. Super cool!

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    In terms of interior, the team decided to continue the off-road concept and install sporty racing seats, covered in Russian Blue leather with Harris Tweed Inserts and add details to the central console, roof lining and rear door cards in order to match the color scheme. Also, the steering wheel is covered in black leather and is part of the attractive interior inserts along with the new floor mats and vented foot pedals.

    2018 Kahn Design Land Rover Defender Big Foot

    2018 Kahn Design Land Rover Defender Big Foot

    Source: Kahn Design

  • Hyundai i10 is the Most Highly Rated Car of the Year. Details here.

    2018 Hyundai i10Hyundai Motor UK was honored with the Most Highly Rated Car of the Year for the recently unveiled i10 model. The price is given by a prestigious online site that is known for its ways of choosing the winner – visitors are the ones who rate and score the models and there are not any kind of jury or experts that would otherwise change the vote.

    The i10 has already won numerous awards, including recognition from HonestJohn.co.uk that has also named the car Most Popular City Car for a number of years. In fact, this looks like a true vote, due to the voters – all of them are using or have used such a machine and are free to talk about its good sides and issues.

    Starting with relatively low price, the i10 features a choice of 1.0-liter petrol power unit that is paired to an automatic gearbox and an optional 1.20-liter petrol engine, mated to an automatic transmission system. The last choice is available with the Premium SE trim level.

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    As it comes to the voting, Honest John Awards is known for not following the conventional awards format and always chooses a winner by the most adequate experts, the website visitors. This not only showcases respect and importance to the users, but also demonstrates objective and honest final results. How cool is that?

    Source: Hyundai

  • SKODA Kodiaq receives more prestigious awards

    2018 SKODA KodiaqPrestigious online newsletter sites has named SKODA Kodiaq the overall 2018 Car of the Year. This means that the Czeck manufacturer takes one more award home. And in addition to the honour, visitors of the website have also voted for Superb to become the Family Car of the Year. Sweet!

    The thing that sets this award apart from other is that it is chosen by 2.3 million annual visitors and these guys remain the important for the final result, rather than a jury or some experts. In other words, the prize is won by adequate and objective people who do not share interest in paid votes. Sweet!

    The Kodiaq is SKODA’s first seven-seater and was already been granted with numerous prizes and recognitions. However, last March was the time for the big expansion: both enthusiasts and media have admitted that this vehicle is worth every penny. And although Superb is the dominator in the SKODA family, we must admit that Kodiaq has done great, due to the recent unveiling.

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    And given that the award is given by a newsletter website that has won numerous prizes in terms of fine and objective reviews and rates, we do believe that Kodiaq is just one good machine. Some of the prizes that the vehicle was granted recently include TopGear Magazine Gamily SUV of the Year, Auto Express Best Large SUV and What Car? Best Large SUV. Neat!

    Source: SKODA

  • Hyundai Kona receives prestigious awards for overall excellent vehicle

    2018 Hyundai Kona The revised and recently announced 2018 Hyundai Kona was honored as the Best Economic Performance and Best 5 All-Around Performance awards from the Automotive Science Group. And given that Hyundai has marked incredible selling reports and offers vast quality for the cash, we agree with jury’s decision.

    In order to be able to compete and potentially win such an award a vehicle should undergo a special analyzing program that makes conclusion about vehicle’s life cycle, relative comparison to other rivals and overall environmental, economic and social performance. Or, in other words, the vehicle should be an achiever in any field of the automobile business.

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    The vehicle itself is offered at relatively low price and offers tons of handy features as part of the standard equipment. Such are the 7-inch LCD touchscreen with rearview camera, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone incorporation, LED Daytime Running Lights, 16-inch alloy wheels and more. In terms of drivetrain system the Kona features an agile 2.0-liter engine that focuses on driving dynamics and improved response rates, compared to older models. Also, buyers will be happy to know that there are numerous safety features that are part of the standard equipment: Lane-Keep Assist system, Blind Spot Collision, Forward Collision, Pedestrian Detection and more.

    Source: Hyundai

  • Toyota and Arctic Trucks reveal a rather special Hilux model

    2018 Toyota Hilux AT35Toyota and Arctic Trucks will continue the partnership and mutual collaboration with the presentation of the Arctic Trucks Toyota Hilux AT35 at this year’s Commercial Vehicle Show at the NEC in Birmingham. The debut has also marked one more important moment – Hilux celebrated its 50th anniversary.

    The AT35 is already available for private and commercial customers and would continue to impress enthusiasts with its achievements and capabilities. As you might know, Toyota and Arctic Trucks have broken world records, have established numerous world firsts and have supported an expedition to the north pole.

    2018 Toyota Hilux AT35

    The vehicle itself builds on the robust Toyota principles and Arctic Trucks take the advantage to build upon these foundations. The Hilux accommodates 35-inch all-terrain tires, bespoke performance suspension that was fine-tuned to perfection and ensures a safe ride and handling even in extreme conditions as on the north pole.

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    We like this kind of collaborations – they not only push the boundaries of the ordinary vehicle manufacturing, but also showcase how the world can be tamed in the name of science and strong spirits. Both Toyota and Arctic Trucks have proved themselves worthy for the global recognition they have and we do believe that this is just the beginning of a collaboration that would reach the stars.

    2018 Toyota Hilux AT35

    Source: Toyota

  • Volkswagen presents new contestant for the Pikes Peaks challenge

    2018 Volkswagen I.D. R Pikes PeakVolkswagen remains at high positions in the world of motorsport due to the unveiling of the I.D. R Pikes Peak machine. This is a supercar that would compete in the Pikes Peak International Hill climb in Colorado Springs on June, 24. Something more, this bad boy would try to beat the best time of 8:57:118 minutes. And we tend to give chance to the team. After all the I.D. features overall output of 680hp and 479Nm of torque and weights less than 2,500lbs.

    2018 Volkswagen I.D. R Pikes Peak

    However, in team’s words, the maximum performance was not the final goal – Volkswagen engineers have aimed to reach the perfect balance between energy capacity and weight. And this is why the Prototype takes so special place in the lineup. Furthermore, it is a special vehicle, thanks to the dual electric engine system and the lithium-ion batteries.

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    The race itself, adequately named Race to the Clouds contains a total of 4,720 vertical-foot climb, 156 corners and all of that should be reached with one-single attempt. The driver that is given such a task is no other than Romain Dumas who has already defended numerous prizes and awards in similar challenges. In fact, he has also won the Le Mans endurance race twice, so we are pretty confident that he would make everything possible to succeed.

    2018 Volkswagen I.D. R Pikes Peak

    Source: Volkswagen Sport 

  • Kahn Design showcases new exclusive project

    2018 Kahn Design Land Rover Range Rover The well-known Range Rover has been an emblem for styling for nearly 20 years. However, the team of Afzal Kahn believes that it can become even better. And now the well-known studio presents the 2018MY Land Rover Range Rover Sport 5.0 V8 Supercharged SVR Carbon Edition Pace Car.

    The lucky unit has been given some neat exterior styling updates and of course, numerous carbon-fiber replacements. There is an aggressive splitter that improves functionality, while maintaining the safety features of the original design at the same time. Sweet.

    There have been installed wider wheel arches and front arches with integrated air dams in order to accommodate the range of the large wheels. Also, for the exterior styling, there was a rear deck lid spoiler included, roof wing and custom color detailing that enhances the overall premium and exclusive looks of the machine.

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    In terms of interior, Project Kahn has included neat sporty seats with exclusive upholstery and quilted leather. Sweet. There are also numerous components that contribute to the bespoke design and at the same time remain fashionable and unique. Sweet. Also, the design team offers custom tailoring and color scheme for all these who would like to express their personality within the vehicle.

    Source: Kahn Design