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Capristo Lamborghini Aventador Carbon

Capristo Exhaust Systems has announced their latest project based on Lamborghini Aventador.

LP700-4 is powered by a 6.5 liter V12 with 700PS (515 kW) and 690Nm (509 lb-ft). The engine is coupled to a 7-speed ISR gearbox specially supplied by Graziano Trasmissioni Group. The shift time is just 50 milliseconds. The power is put on the road through a Haldex AWD system. 0-100 km/h in 2.9 seconds and a top speed of 350 km/h (217 mph).

The gross weight of the vehicle is 1575 kg (3472 lbs).

This makes Aventador LP700-4 one of the fastest cars on the planet not only in straight line, but at the racetracks, too.

However, this is not enough for Capristo, so with their specially prepared exhaust system, the car is even faster – 1/10th of a second faster than before – 2.8 seconds to 100 km/h and 3 km/h more to the top speed – 353 km/h (219 mph).

Even more pronounced of exchanging plastic components with 100% carbon-fiber one. The overall weight is reduced by 40kg, which mainly affects power-to-weight ratio.

Source: Capristo

August 6, 2012

Volkswagen Golf VI by BBM Motorsport

BBM Motorsport has announced their tuning package for Volkswagen Golf VI GTI. The car gets both styling and performance packages.

The 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol engine is boosted to 275HP (202 kW) and 380Nm (282 lb-ft) of torque. The result is thanks to a new turbocharger and a sports exhaust system. Everything is carefully tuned and tested. on the BBM-Dynojet-power testing station “Leistungsloch.de”.

The tuning company has also added a StopTech braking system including 4-piston calipers and 355×32 mm discs.

KW Club sport-chassis with setup for the Northloop (Nuerburgring) in cooperation with chassis-specialist Bernd Szafranski (former workshop manager of H&R suspension systems who operates only as KW Performance contact in the House BBM Motorsport) company MR Car Design from Erftstadt is responsible.

From Wheels company originate Cornich Challenge rims with 8.5J x 20” ET45 and 5×112-LK with 235/30 R20 tires. The real carbon-coated parts such as hood and mirror caps, the VW-logo, the rear diffuser and the side steps are the input of company blackgold designs for this project.

The car wrapping tools were created in matt blue metallic foil, the sticker bombing of the fender and the orange colored ornament by the CFC-Styling station in Neuss with Marius Kadjer responsible for tuned in and this gave the Golf the actual BBM work recognition factor.

Source: BBM Motorsport

August 6, 2012

2012 Mercedes-Benz G-Class UK Price – £82 945

2012 Mercedes-Benz G-Class had been already presented few months ago and now it will hit the UK market. The luxurious SUV offers a wide range of standard extras and safety equipment.

The 2012 G 350 BlueTEC is priced from £82 945 OTR. It boasts high level standard equipment including new LED daytime running lights and a reworked interior that, for the first time, is fitted with COMAND Online. Also fitted as standard is Parktronic, an audio and visual parking aid and new leather upholstery in conjunction with heated front and rear seats.

A new design of 18” five-spoke alloy wheels, electric folding and heated mirrors, instrument cluster with colour display and a mighty Harman Kardon Logic 7 Surround Sound audio system complete the changes.

The SUV is powered by a new 3.0 litre V6 engine with 211HP (155 kW) and 540Nm (398 lb-ft) of torque from just 1600RPM. The fuel consumption is superb – 25.2 mpg and 295 g/km respectively. The engine is mated to a 7G-TRONIC PLUS automatic transmission as standard.

The new G 63 AMG is priced at £123 115 OTR. Its hand built, bi-turbo 5.5-litre V8 AMG engine delivers 544 HP (400 kW) and 760 Nm (561 lb-ft) of torque – an improvement of 37 HP and 60 Nm over the outgoing G 55 AMG. Despite that, the new V8 sees combined CO₂ emissions reduced by 13% to 322 g/km and combined fuel consumption improved by 15% to 20.5 mpg.

Distinguishing the G 63 AMG from the rest of the G-Class range is a unique AMG radiator grille with twin chrome fins running through the black mesh grille. The changes extend to a set of AMG wheel-arch extensions finished in the vehicle colour, a bespoke AMG sports exhaust system with chromed twin tailpipes and a new 20” five-twin-spoke alloy wheel design in Titanium Grey high-sheen finish.

Inside, the G 63 AMG now features single-tone designo leather trim, an AMG selector lever with leather insets and an embossed AMG emblem, AMG stainless steel illuminated door sill panels complete with AMG lettering and an AMG instrument cluster with colour display. Finally, a powerful Harman Kardon® Logic 7® surround sound system and COMAND Online with Media Interface and DAB radio ensure the G 63 AMG is fitted with the latest in-car enhancements.

In addition, the G 63 AMG comes with the Chrome Package and Exterior Styling Package as standard (optional on the G 350 BlueTEC – £765 and £1,515 respectively).

Despite its focus on performance the G 63 AMG, in common with every new G-Class, is fitted with permanent all-wheel drive, fully engageable differential locks, four wheel Electronic Traction System (4ETS) and a low-range gear reduction to ensure it remains a viable and adept off-road vehicle.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

August 6, 2012

Tramontana XTR – 900HP and 980Nm

Tramontana is a car manufacturer from Spain. They will release the XTR model, which is a successor of the R model. The new XTR will be a two-seater formula-like car with driver positioned in front of the passenger. Both will be enclosed in a glass bubble.

The car is powered by the well-known 5.5 liter bi-turbocharged V12 sourced by Mercedes-Benz. It will be tuned to 900HP (662 kW) and 980Nm (722 lb-ft) of torque. The power is send to the road through an “ultra-rapid competition gearbox” powering the rear wheels. 0-100 km/h in 3.6 seconds and a top speed of 344 km/h (214 mph). The overall weight is 1360kg. However, we expected more from such overpowered vehicle. Hopefully, it will turn hard, because on straight line there are a lot faster vehicles, especially for such price.

The Tramontana XTR starts from $514 000 (€420 000). It is expected to hit the market in the end of this year.

August 6, 2012

MTM tuning package for Audi A6 3.0 BiTDI

MTM has announced their tuning program for the new Audi A6 BiTDI. The 3.0 liter bi-turbocharged V6 diesel has received performance package and the exterior comes with some nice upgrades.

The engine is boosted to 386HP (284 kW) and 780Nm (575 lb-ft) of torque, which is an increase of 69HP (51 kW). This power comes after an ECU re-map, which is done in several hours. The price is €1800, which is not so much for such result. However, for €100 less (€1700) you can get the tamed MTM version with 365HP and 760Nm.

Other performance upgrades are a huge brake system including 380 x 34 mm brake discs with 8-piston calipers for €4 900. There is even bigger one with 405 x 36 mm discs that cost €6 400.

The tuning company also offers different wheel sets ranging from 18” to 20” in diameter. The 8J x 18” set costs €1730 and the huge 9J x 20” cost €5230.

Finally, MTM has installed an F-Cantronic ECU for air suspension that elevates and lowers the A6 3.0 BiTDI on the right level according to the driving- conditions. On the front axle the car can be lowered with 25 mm and on the rear – 20 mm. The air suspension will stabilize the car on standard level if it goes above the mentioned data. The F-Cantronic is mounted in two and a half hours and costs €1740.

Source: MTM

August 6, 2012

2014 BMW M3 F80 [Render pictures]

More renderings of the upcoming BMW M3 F80 have been released by Bimmerpost. The sports saloon is extremely aggressive and stylish. It is expected sometime in 2014, but nothing is confirmed, yet.The car comes with aerodynamics package including new front bumper and apron, some styling elements from the anticipated 1M and the M6 – style air vents with fins at the top and an upwardly angled top line from the big coupe and styled air curtain vent styling and position from the 1-Series ///M.There are also double-slat grilles and a M3 grille badge, both in the style of the 2013 M6.A lot of these details can be incorporated in the new M3, but probably the look won’t be exactly the same.Check out the pictures below to see what the production F80 M3 may look like. BMW M3 F80 Render

August 3, 2012

2013 Nissan Pathfinder revealed [HD video]

2013 Nissan Pathfinder Nissan has officially announced the new 2013 Pathfinder, which will make its official debut at the end of this year. The car is practically the same as the Concept model.

The 2013 Pathfinder features a sleek, aerodynamically styled exterior, a premium interior, class-exclusive user-friendly technology and a new unibody platform and advanced drivetrain that helps it achieve best-in-class fuel economy while maintaining class-lead towing and off-pavement capabilities.

“Unveiling our next-generation Pathfinder is a major follow-up to the introduction of the all-new Altima sedan,” commented Al Castignetti, vice president and general manager, Nissan Division, Nissan North America, Inc.

“With its bold new design, best-in-class fuel economy and family adventure capabilities, our dealers can’t wait to share this new model with customers in their showrooms.”, he added.

The all-new Pathfinder also features EZ Flex Seating System^TM with LATCH AND GLIDE^TM. LATCH AND GLIDE^TM is an industry first 2nd row tip-up seat for use with a child safety seat, which also provides easy access to the 3rd row while keeping the child seat securely fastened. The 2nd row also features a 60/40 split-fold seating with a segment best 5.5 inches of seat travel. Class-exclusive features include Easy Fill Tire Alert and the segment-first availability of an Around View^TM Monitor.

Other available amenities include leather-appointed seating, heated steering wheel, heated and cooled front seats, programmable Nissan Intelligent Key®, Nissan Navigation System, Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, 13-speaker Bose® Premium Audio system, Satellite Radio (SiriusXM subscription required, sold separately), Dual-Zone Climate Control, RearView Monitor, remote engine start and tri-zone entertainment system.

The engine range includes a a 3.5-liter V6 engine with 264 HP (194 kW). It is mated to an Xtronic CVT that can be paired to an optional AWD.

The 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will be offered in 4×4 and 4×2 drive configurations and in four models – S, SV, SL and Platinum.

Source: Nissan

August 3, 2012

SR Auto Porsche Cayenne with PUR Wheels

Think of a car which is a pure example of luxury and class! Of course a lot of instances come into mind but they disappear in a second when one thinks about the Porsche Cayenne.

This Porsche comes powered by a 3.6 L V6 engine producing 300 horsepower (221 kW). A manual gearbox serves as the standard transmission system here featuring an eight-speed Tiptronic as standard equipment.

However this lucky unit got even prettier. And if you ask how, well the people from PUR Wheels and SR Auto Group have the answer. The owner of this particular Cayenne arrived with the request of wheels which weren’t too flashy.

PUR Wheels immediately supplied the Cayenne with their newly engineered highly coveted 4OUR DEPTH design in a twenty two inch SUV fitment. We can now only admire the owner who drives this beauty.

Source: SR Auto Group

August 3, 2012

Mercedes-Benz E 300 BlueTEC Hybrid – Pricing Announced

The most efficient Mercedes-Benz ever produced is the Mercedes-Benz E 300 BlueTEC Hybrid. Everyone who is interested in luxury cars which are at the same time efficient will appreciate the news that the brand has just announced the prices and specifications of the hybrid vehicle

The standard equipment here features 17-inch alloy wheels. However, if one still wants to achieve maximum efficiency, there are the 16-inch wheels, which can deliver the lowest possible CO2 and economy figures. The interior includes leather upholstery, Becker Map Pilot Navigation and LED daytime running lights.

More importantly, the E 300 BlueTEC Hybrid combines the powerful but highly efficient 2,143cc, four-cylinder diesel engine, which develops 204 hp (150 kW) and 500 Nm (370 lb-ft) of torque, and the 20 kW electric motor. They are both mounted within the 7G-Tronic Plus automatic transmission powered by a 19kW Lithium-ion battery.

The effect is that the E 300 BlueTEC Hybrid accelerates from rest to 62 mph in 7.5-seconds before reaching a maximum speed of 150 mph. When fitted with the 16-inch wheels, the vehicle is capable of returning 65.7 mpg on the combined cycle while emitting as little as 109 g/km of CO2.

The Hybrid system is packaged within the vehicle. The electric motor, for example, is mounted within the 7G-TRONIC PLUS automatic transmission. The gearbox substitutes a torque converter for a wet clutch system, so that it allows the internal combustion engine to be disengaged entirely via the clutch. In addition it also allows the electric-only drive to be maintained for short periods, while at the same time it boosts economy.

The E 300 BlueTEC Hybrid Saloon has a starting price beginning from £39 645, while the price of the Estate variant starts at £41 435. The deliveries of the new E 300 BlueTEC Hybrid are set to start in November this year.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

August 3, 2012

2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8

2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 is by far the most powerful and technologically advanced, Jeep vehicle ever produced. It not only delivers outstanding driving performance in all conditions, but also delivers world-class ride and handling, interior and exterior qualities.

The Cherokee SRT8 runs from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.8 seconds and has a top speed of 160 mph. These significant numbers are possible thanks to the 6.4-liter HEMI® V-8 with Fuel Saver Technology. It delivers exactly 470 horsepower (351 kW) and 465 lb.-ft. (630 Nm) of torque.

The efficiency of the vehicle is secured by the Standard Fuel Saver Technology included. In addition for the economy contributes the active valve exhaust system as well.

In fact, the brand is states that the 2013 Grand Cherokee SRT8 has the best handling ever. It is capable of .90 g on the skid pad and includes a SRT-tuned, adaptive damping suspension, stability control, adaptive damping, transmission shift strategy, transfer case torque proportioning, Electronic Limited Slip Differential performance, throttle control and cylinder de-activation.

Here also the driver can manually choose between five dynamic modes for specific driving conditions: Auto, Sport, Tow, Track, and Snow. Other highlights are the 5-spoke, 20-inch forged aluminum wheels, on which the Jeep rides. They can be fitted on P295/45ZR20 Pirelli Scorpion Verde All Season run-flat tires or on Pirelli P Zero Three-season.

The exterior is now even more aggressive but still – functional. The one-piece front fascia features LED multi-function daytime running lamps. The body-colored front grille with a unique black screen background and chrome bezel inserts add to the aggressive look.

At the rear, the vehicle has a liftgate spoiler that reduces drag and improves downforce. A unique one-piece rear fascia includes a separate air diffuser along with an available trailer receiver and access cover. The dual-sport exhaust system features 4-inch exhaust tips.

What is new for the 2013 are the two special models: the bright white “Alpine” edition and brilliant black “Vapor” edition. Both include the addition of Black Vapor Chrome finish to the standard split 5-spoke, 20 inch wheels along with unique gloss black exterior appointments featuring: Jeep hood badge, Grand Cherokee door badge, Front grille surround and inserts, Rear light bar and step pad.

How about the interior? It is refined and luxurious. The leather-wrapped, heated steering wheel includes a unique satin chrome rim section with a flattened bottom surface. The standard paddle-shift controls are positioned at both sides of the contoured palm rests.

The comfort of the interior is further enhanced by the standard SRT-styled Nappa leather and suede seats with adjustable headrests. The embroidered SRT logos and contrast stitching accent the two front seats.

In terms of safety and security 45 safety and security features are included: Active head restraints, Active turn signals, Adaptive cruise control, Advanced multi-stage air bags, Anti-lock brake system, Anti-lock brake system with rough-road detection, BeltAlert, Blind-spot Monitoring, Brake Assist, Brake Override, Brake-traction control system, Child seat anchor system, Constant-force Retractors, Electronic roll mitigation, Electronic stability control, Energy-absorbing steering column, Enhanced Accident Response System, Express Up/Down Windows, Forward Collision Warning, High-intensity discharge (HID) headlamps, Hill-start Assist, Keyless Enter-N-Go, Knee bolsters, Navigation system, ParkSense rear park assist system, ParkView rear back-up camera, Power tilt-and-telescoping steering column with memory, Rain Brake Support, Rain-sensing wipers, Ready Alert Braking, Rear Cross Path (RCP), Remote (fob) operated windows (front windows – down only), Remote keyless entry, Remote start, Rollover crash sensing, Seat-belt pretensioners, Sentry Key engine Immobilizer, Signal mirrors, SmartBeam headlamps, Standard full-length side-curtain air bags, Standard seat-mounted side thorax air bags, Three-point seat belts, Tire-pressure monitoring, Trailer-sway control, Uconnect Phone.

Furthermore a wide variety of infotainment options are available. For example, the premium navigation and SiriusXM Travel Link are standard with the 730N Media Center CD/DVD/MP3/HDD radio.

The optional Vehicle Entertainment System on the other hand includes a DVD player and rear seat overhead screen. The Media Center or the VES remote can control multiple screen inputs and each screen can play something different.

Also there is available 825-watt, 19-speaker premium SRT performance audio surround-sound system from Harman Kardon. It includes a 32-volt Tracking Power Supply (TPS) 12-channel Class D amplifier that delivers outstanding acoustics and brings multi-dimensional, quality sound for all interior occupants.

2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 has a staring price of $59 995.

Source: Jeep

August 3, 2012

Volkswagen Passat CC by KBR Motorsport

KBM-Volkswagen-Passat-CC-medium Usually, when you need some extra character on the road, you turn to aftermarket designers like A. Kahn or tuning houses that resemble Gemballa or Prior. They will be more than happy to put a bumper or two on your gone-souless Mercedes or Porsche. But then, you can do this with your car…provided that you are not ashamed to drive around with “SWAT” written on your side.

Here SWAT actually stands for “Special Wagons And Tuning” which is the parent company of KBR Motorsport and they are responsible for this camouflaged Volkswagen Passat CC. It’s not likely to blend in with it, is it? Luckily, for every drop of insanity here, there’s some sense that compensates. Take the aftermarket 3rd grade coilover suspension – it lowers the four-door coupe neatly so that, at the very least, the 9 x 20-inch R12 Nero wheels gain as much visual prominence as possible. The tire size on all fours stands at 225/30ZR20. There’s some artillery involved as well – an exhaust system that includes a racing catalyst and a 76 mm single tailpipe. That jumps the power of the Passat to 280 hp.

And that camouflage thing, is not really a paint job. It’s more of a foil job done by the guys at CoverEFX. And that pretty much wraps it up – the KBR Motorsport Volkswagen Passat CC Now-you-see-me-now-you-do style.

Source: KBR Motorsport

August 3, 2012

Porsche Panamera GTS White Storm Edition by Anderson Germany

Anderson Germany Porsche Panamera GTS White Snow Edition Anderson Germany has announced their latest project, which is based on Porsche Panamera GTS. The name is White Storm Edition and as you may suggest the vehicle comes with a nice white exterior featuring some tuning elements.

The tuning specialists have installed a new front apron, modified rear diffuser housing the sports exhaust system and a set of enormous wheels fitted with ultra-low profile run-on-flat tires.

The interior is also sensational – Alcantara and Leather all over the place in nice Champagne colour contrasting to the white carbon fiber used for some applications.

Porsche Panamera GTS is powered by a 4.8 liter V8 with 430PS (316 kW) at 6700RPM and 520Nm (385 lb-ft) at 3500RPM. The engine is mated to a 7-speed Porsche DKG gearbox. 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and Vmax – 288 km/h (179 mph). The fuel consumption is very good too – 21.6 mpg US with 256 g/km CO2. The kerb weight is 1920 kg.

Nothing is mentioned about performance package.

Source: Anderson Germany

August 2, 2012

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