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Nissan GT-R BoosLogic Godzilla vs GT-R Altechno, X6 M PP-Performance and GT-R GTT

Nissan GT-R Mk.1 Boostlogic Godzilla with 1450HP made several runs versus GT-R Mk.1 Altechno A2 with 1000HP, BMW X6 M PP-Performance Stage 3 with 740HP and a mighty GT-R Mk.1 GTT with 1000HP.

The Godzilla lost the first start because of problems from the GT-R Altechno A2, which stopped the clock on 25.277 seconds with 327.27 km/h on 1 mile and 10.356 seconds with 228.28 km/h on ¼ mile mark.

The X6 M didn’t have any chance, but it set personal record of the day ¼ mile, 1 mile and speed record on 1 mile. The Godzilla finished in 24.044 seconds with 347.15 km/h.

The third start was most interesting – the GT-R Boostlogic Godzilla won it as well as 2^nd place in super sport class 2013. It set absolute record of all-time for Nissan GT-R on ¼ mile – 254.59 km/h in 9.446 seconds. The driver also set personal absolute speed record on 1 mile – 357.85 km/h in 23.034 seconds. The GT-R GTT crossed finish line in 24.545 seconds.

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Source: Dragtimesinfo

August 12, 2013

TEASER: Brand New MINI Model To Be Revealed In November

A brand new MINI model is going to be unveiled on 18th of November 2013. On this date will be celebrated 107 years since the birth of the man who started an automobile revolution, Sir Alec Issigonis.

The premiere will be hosted at MINI Plant Oxford and then the new model will be showcased in front of international audiences that same week, with an almost simultaneous reveal in Los Angeles and Tokyo.

The car will make its debut in Tokyo on 20th of November 2013, followed just hours later by the Los Angeles Motor Show in California. The new MINI will go on sale in the first quarter of 2014.

Similarly as its predecessor, the new MINI model will be produced in Oxford. The start of its production and the world premiere highlight additionally the jubilee year for the MINI Plant. In fact, in it automobiles have been built for more than 100 years.

Moreover, the world premiere will pay homage to MINI’s origins and to the father of the iconical vehicle. The first MINI was introduced back in the 1959. With this act Sir Alec Issigonis revolutionized the automobile industry. The car featured transversely mounted engine, front wheel drive, wheels set in all four corners and an advanced undercarriage.

The concepts Issigonis have created were later used as a foundation for many generations of small and compact cars. In their most modern form, those principals are still being utilized. However, the today’s models include new engines and chassis technologies, MINI Connected innovations and refined premium quality. They all contribute towards the continuation of the emblematic position that the car has in the automotive industry.

Source: MINI

August 7, 2013

Vorsteiner Introduces Program For BMW F10 M5 [VIDEO]

Everyone can admit that the BMW M5 has achieved an iconic status in the automotive world. The latest form of the four door supercar – the F10 M5 comes straight from the factory with a fairly aggressive appearance. This provoked the tuners at Vorsteiner, which have recognizes the need for a truly graceful and yet aggressive shape.

This was the reason that stood behind the creation of their new carbon fiber aerodynamic program. As usual, they have utilized the highest possible quality and materials as well as the most modern technology and production methods.

To be more precise, the Vorsteiner BMW F10 M5 program features Carbon Fiber Pre-Preg Add-on Front Spoiler, Carbon Fiber Pre-Preg Add-On Rear Diffuser, Carbon Fiber Pre-Preg Add-On Boot Lid Spoiler and 21 inch VS-190 Forged Monoblock Wheels.

Each of the aforementioned parts has been modeled using a 3D scanner for perfect and exact accuracy. Pre-production sections were wind tested and formed for minimum drag coefficient and maximum effective downforce, reducing lift at the front axle.

In addition, every single segment was specifically designed in order to improve the appearance of this BMW but still seamlessly mesh into the existing bodywork. What is more, the Pre-Preg Carbon Fiber structure gives the parts better stiffness, aerospace strength and durability when compared to traditional hand laid carbon fiber elements.

httpv://youtu.be/gABx7BUXNPw

Source: Vorsteiner

August 7, 2013

2014 BMW 3-Series F30 328d – US Price $38,600

BMW US has announced the pricing of the super-efficient 2014 3-Series F30 328d Sedan. The RWD model starts from just $38,600, while the xDrive version is $40,600.

The F30 328d is powered by a 2.0 liter TwinPower diesel 4-cylinder engine with 180HP (132 kW) and 378Nm (280 lb-ft) of torque at just 1,750RPM. The engine is mated to an ZF 8-speed automatic gearbox. 0-100 km/h in 7.0 seconds. It is able to return 45 mpg on the highway/ 32 mpg in city and 37 mpg on combined cycle (5.2 liters / 100 km; 7.3 liters / 100 km; 6.3 liters / 100 km).

BMW Advanced diesel models have already shown to US enthusiasts that diesel power can be perfectly suited to The Ultimate Driving Machine. The technology includes Selective Catalyst Reduction to make the new 328d models true clean diesels.

Source: BMW

August 1, 2013

LEIB Engineering BMW 1-Series M Coupe

LEIB Engineering has announced their latest project based on BMW 1-Series M Coupe. The small and powerful Bavarian car comes with styling and performance upgrades.

The exterior boasts full foil cover in a matte grey into which a chequered plate look and the logos of the companies involved with the project were integrated three-dimensionally by streetworkz customz from Morschwil. There is also a Alpha-N tail diffuser and carbon rear spoiler trunk lid also partially covered with foil. The extended wheel arches of the 1-Series M are filled by 10J x 20” Bavaria BC5 Concave wheels with Yokohama Advan sports tyres 255/30 R20 at the front and 275/30 R20 at the rear axle. Matching the installed Bilstein B16 PSS10 threaded chassis, the single-part light-metal wheel rims are powder-coated in a noticeable baby blue.

The twin-turbocharged 3.0 liter I-6 engine is boosted to 400HP (298 kW) and 560Nm (413 lb-ft) – an increase of 60HP and 60Nm. The result is thanks to an ECU re-map and a Supersprint sports exhaust system. Stage II includes bigger turbochargers, completely revised cooling and exhaust systems. The expected result is more than 500HP (367 kW) and 600Nm (442 lb-ft).

Source: LEIB Engineering

July 26, 2013

Lumma Design CLR X5 RS based on 2014 BMW X5

Lumma Design has introduced their latest project based on the upcoming 2014 BMW X5, which is going to hit the market this November. The name of the project is CLR X5 RS and it features only styling upgrades.

The exterior boasts a complete wide-body kit including a new aggressive front bumper, a pair of revised side skirts, extended wheel arches, a new rear bumper and a four-tailpipe sports exhaust system. There is also a new ventilated front hood, a tailgate-mounted spoiler and a set of enormous 23” alloy wheels fitted with low-profile tires.

The interior comes with a premium leather upholstery in red (or any other desirable color) as well as carbon fiber elements, alloy pedals and floor mats with Lumma logo.

Source: Lumma

July 26, 2013

ALPHA-N Performance BT92 based on BMW E92 M3

ALPHA-N Performance has announced their latest project based on the current BMW M3 (the E92). The name of the project is ALPHA-N BT92 and it comes with styling and performance upgrades.

The exterior boasts a complete wide-body kit including new front and rear bumpers, a pair of extended side skirts, widened wheel arches. All components are made from high-grade carbon fiber. ALPHA-N is also constructing new wheel house liners made of Kevlar.

The powerful naturally aspirated S65B40 (4.0 liter V8) has grown up to 4.6 liters thanks to a new through a new crankshaft as well as new pistons and connecting rods. After that, the tuning specialists carefully re-mapped the electronics, so everything will work just perfect. The result is 490HP (360 kW) and 470Nm (348 lb-ft) of torque. This is an increase of 70HP and 70Nm. 0-100 km/h in around 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 315 km/h (196 mph).

The BT92 4.6 rolls a set of enormous S3 19” wheels fitted with Hankook Ventus S1 Evo tires – 255/35 R19 front and 295/35 R19 rear.

A complete coilover kit has been installed for improving the handling and for nice stance, of course. In addition to the installation of an Öhlins Road & Track-running gear, ALPHA-N also performed the precise alignment of same on a wheel load balance.

The interior comes with unifying Recaro Sportster CS sport seats, blue Alcantara for the front and seats as well as the door panels.

Source: ALPHA-N

July 23, 2013

G-POWER BMW E92 M3 GT2 R

G-Power has introduced the most powerful street legal BMW E92 M3. After the introducing of the M3 GT2 S, which had “just” 600HP, the tuning specialists decided that is not enough and boosted the beast even more.

The power is coming from a modified 4.6 liter supercharged V8 engine with 720HP (530 kW) at 8,100 RPM and 700Nm (516 lb-ft) at 5,900 RPM. This is an increase of whopping 300HP and 300Nm over the stock. Furthermore, the tuned M3 GT2 R has gone through a strict diet, so the curb weight is just 1,500 kg (3,306 lbs). 0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds, 0-200 km/h in 9.5 seconds and a top speed of over 330 km/h (205 mph). Other upgrades include a titanium exhaust system made specifically for G-POWER ensuring minimum back pressure.

The exterior received a full carbon body kit including front skirt, all four wings and rear skirt. There is also a multi-part carbon rear spoiler improving the down force. The carbon fiber G-POWER hood also contributes to reduced weight.

The G-Power M3 GT2 R rolls a set of enormous 20” Silverstone RS forged wheels wrapped around in Michelin Pilot Cup tires – 245/30 ZR 20 at the front axle and 315/25 ZR 20 at the rear. For perfect stance and improved handling, G-Power has installed new coilover suspension. The stopping power is guaranteed by G-Power’s 6-piston brake calipers with 396mm rotors for front wheels and 4-piston calipers with 380mm rotors for rear axle.

The interior comes with carbon fiber racing bucket seats (each12 kg lighter than the stock), removed rear seats and a FIA-compliant rollcage.

Now the pricing:

G-POWER Supercharger System M3 SK III „Sporty Drive“ – €41,650 plus installation
Carbon fiber body kit – €30,000
Carbon Fiber Front Hood – €3,600
Alloy Wheels + Tires – €12,000
Front and Rear Carbon Ceramic Brakes – €26,240
Complete car M3 GT2 R – €195,310

Source: G-Power

July 23, 2013

BMW X6 M Design Edition [leak pictures]

Bimmertoday has published several pictures of the upcoming X6 M Design Edition. The manufacturer will build just 100 units, but the pricing is unknown for now.

The X6 M Design Edition comes with some nice upgrades like a carbon fiber front splitter, a pair of new side skirts, a carbon fiber diffuser and a boot lid spoiler from the same lightweight material. There is also a set of 21”alloy wheels fitted with low-profile performance tires. The exterior is finished in white with ///M stripes.

The interior boasts black leather with red stitching and some other red accents.2014 BMW X6 M is powered by a 4.4 liter twin-turbocharged V8 with 555HP (408 kW) at 6,000 RPM and 680Nm (502 lb-ft) of torque at just 1,500 RPM. It is connected to a 6-speed M-Sport automatic gearbox with paddleshifters on the steering wheel.

The power is put on the road through the world’s most intelligent AWD system – xDrive. 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds, 0-200 km/h – 16.9 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.All this is thanks to a number of technologies – M TwinPower Turbo Technology with exhaust gas manifold connecting both rows of cylinders, Twin-Scroll twin-trubo technology, High Precision injection and double VANOS.

July 23, 2013

2014 BMW i3 – US Price $42,275

BMW US has announced the pricing of the all-new 2014 i3 electric vehicle. It starts from just $42,275, including a $925 destination charge.

“With this leading-edge vehicle and attractive price, we will provide customers with a compelling offer for electromobility,” commented Ian Robertson, member of the BMW board of management, sales and marketing, in a statement.

So, when the $7,500 federal tax credit is factored in, the BMW i3 starts at $34,775, which is a very good price and way below that we expected.

However, the i3 is priced above the 2013 Nissan Leaf and 2014 Fiat 500e ($29,650 and $32,600, respectively). The Fiat 500e is available only in California.

The BMW i3 is equipped with a 170HP (125 kW) electric motor and lithium-ion battery. The German EV has a range of 80-100 miles (around 160 km), according to the manufacturer.

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BMW US has announced the pricing of the all-new 2014 i3 electric vehicle. It starts from just $42,275, including a $925 destination charge.

“With this leading-edge vehicle and attractive price, we will provide customers with a compelling offer for electromobility,” commented Ian Robertson, member of the BMW board of management, sales and marketing, in a statement.

So, when the $7,500 federal tax credit is factored in, the BMW i3 starts at $34,775, which is a very good price and way below that we expected.

However, the i3 is priced above the 2013 Nissan Leaf and 2014 Fiat 500e ($29,650 and $32,600, respectively). The Fiat 500e is available only in California.

The BMW i3 is equipped with a 170HP (125 kW) electric motor and lithium-ion battery. The German EV has a range of 80-100 miles (around 160 km), according to the manufacturer.

Source: BMW

July 22, 2013

Kelleners Sport BMW 6-Series GranCoupe

Kelleners Sport has announced their latest project based on BMW 6-Series GranCoupe. The 4-door Coupe comes with attractive styling including complete aerodynamics package.

The exterior looks bold and aggressive and features new front and rear bumpers, a new ventilated front hood, a pair of revised side skirts and a set of alloy wheels. Other upgrades include front fender vent surrounds, trunk-mounted spoiler and a new sports exhaust system.

Nothing is mentioned about performance modifications, but there will be some ECU upgrades for the 640d powered by 3.0 liter twin-turbocharged diesel with 313HP and 630Nm; the 640i with 3.0 liter twin-turbo petrol delivering 320HP and 450Nm; and the powerful 650i with 4.4 liter twin-turbo V8 with 450HP and 650Nm of torque.

Source: Kelleners Sport

July 22, 2013

2014 BMW 4-Series – ///M Performance Upgrades

BMW has announced awesome ///M performance upgrades for 4-Series Coupe. The car on the pictures is very similar to the upcoming M4 Coupe.The exterior boasts an aggressive body kit including new front bumper with a carbon fiber splitter and larger air ducts, a pair of extended side skirts and a new rear bumper with integrated diffuser. Other highlights include xenon/LED headlamps, 20” alloy wheels and several blackened chrome trims for the window surrounds, tail pipes and grille.There are also carbon fiber exterior mirror housings, a boot deck spoiler made from the same lightweight material and some goodies for the interior. It boasts a redesigned three-spoke steering wheel and sport seats, stainless steel pedals and footrest, M Performance floor mats and carbon fiber trim for the hand brake and gearshift levers.The 4-Series Coupe equipped with ///M Performance package will come with additional 16HP and 39Nm for the 420d model. The 428i will have 269HP (200 kW) and 389Nm (287 lb-ft) – an increase of 27HP and 39Nm. The mighty 435i will be boosted by 34HP and 50Nm of torque – totally 336HP (250 kW) and 450Nm (332 lb-ft). All these power upgrades are done thanks to a new exhaust systems and software re-map.Finally, BMW will offer a limited-slip differential which will be a clutch-type unit featuring a 30 % lock-up.

July 19, 2013

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