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KW Enhances Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake

KW Automotive has recently put some attention on the Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake. It has given the vehicle a brand new visual stance. The suspension manufacturer has created a coilover spring kit for this AMG which adds to the versatile alloy wheels that the driver can chose.

As a matter of fact, the KW coilover spring kit offers the opportunity of continuous lowering. This means that the person behind the steering-wheel of this Mercedes-Benz can set the lowering according to their wishes within the range of 25 to 40 mm at the front and 15 to 35 mm at the rear. In addition, for this KW spring kit with height adjustment, no modifications at the adaptive AMG dampers or AMG Ride Control are needed.

The coilover springs are made of high strength chrome silicon steel and lower the CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake via the height adjustment. At the front axle, an AMG Performance Center or specialist dealer just changes the standard springs, while the lowering at the standard air springs on the rear axle happens via the KW articulated rods. For instance, if a lowering of 40 mm is too much, then the KW coilover springs can be adjusted continuously via the height adjustment.

Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake comes equipped with 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine as a standard. It has a power output and torque levels of 386 kW (525 hp) and 700 Nm respectively. This means that it easily accelerates from zero to 100 km/h for 4.4 seconds on its way to a top speed of 250 km/h.

Source: KW Automotive

July 3, 2013

KW Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class Offers Better Driving Dynamics

In the beginning of the year we have seen the birth of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class. Through the adoption of the design of the Concept Style Coupé, Mercedes-Benz has established brand new segment in the automotive industry. The CLA was initially offered with high-torque turbo engines rated at up to 211 horsepower (155 kW) and sports suspension.

KW Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class comes to offer more driving dynamics to those who are impatient to wait for the AMG version of the CLA. The model is equipped with special KW stainless steel coilovers which allow continuous lowering of up to 60 mm.

There are two variants of the coilovers offered – Variant one and 3+, the later from which additionally allows a targeted damper setup. In addition, the rebound and compression forces can be adjusted to the individual driving style.

To go further into details, the Variant 1 coilovers come with fix configured damper setup, thus giving the Mercedes-Benz CLA-class an extended balance, sportiness and practicality. On the other hand the KW coilovers Variant 3+ additionally adjust the rebound and compression damping independent of each other.

In fact, the compression damping can be adapted via an integrated adjustment wheel at the bottom of the damper housing. There are needed only twelve precise clicks. In addition, the separately adjustable rebound valve allows fixation of the characteristics of the damper with only sixteen clicks to new tires and larger rims. At last, at the rear axle, the lowering is achieved through the rear axle height adjustment, which has a range from 30 to 60 mm.

Source: KW

May 28, 2013

KW Volkswagen Golf VI Convertible Adds The Lambo-Effect with LSD-Doors

The sub-brand of KW Automotive – LSD-Doors has given the Volkswagen Golf VI Convertible new spectacular appearance. LSD Doors were installed without a big effort giving this Volkswagen model a great advantage.

Namely – instead of replacing the entire door, one just have to replace the series hinges against the LSD-Doors hinges. This means that one can now open the Golf doors just like the doors of many Lamborghini models.

As a matter of fact, the LSD fittings set a standard for high quality styling accessories with their three-dimensional adjustment possibility, the effortless installation at the original mounting points and their perfect fit. The perfect opening and closing of the doors happens thanks to the adjustable roller guide of the Guided Roller System (GRS+) with additional locking.

Furthermore, the swing arm of the LSD hinges is directed via roller when the movement is happening. A gas spring which matches the weight of the door, keeps it in position in the complete opened status. In addition, thanks to the LSD hinges, the original doors open first outwards and then in the upper direction.

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February 26, 2013

Adaptive KW Coilover Kit With iPhone Control For Porsche 911

KW Automotive is known primarily with numerous racing and coilover kits for Porsche models. Now for the new generation of the 911 the company has released KW iSuspension and offers for the first time adaptive coilovers for the Porsche 911.

The KW DDC ECU coilover kit offers to the driver’s three driving modes: “Comfort”, “Sport” and “Sport+”. In addition, it also stores five personal damper setups per KW DDC App. For the App control via iPhone, iPod touch and iPad, only an optional WLAN module is required.

The adjustment of the Porsche via iPhone for the use of different wheel / tire combinations is done directly from the App.For the wireless connection between KW DDC ECU suspension control unit and iPhone, iPad or iPod touch, an optional W-LAN module is required.

Furthermore, the adaptive KW DDC ECU coilover kit with electronic damper adjustment also allows lowering with 20 up to 40 millimetres. As a matter of fact, the afore mentioned kit is an alternative to the Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) with optional Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC).

To go further into details, the balanced “Comfort” mode adjusts the damping characteristics automatically to the driving speed. On the other hand the driver will experience his Porsche in “Sport” and “Sport+” mode directly and pure. At last, in the next months, KW automotive will develop further suspension solutions with smartphone compatibility of the product family KW iSuspension.

Source: KW Automotive

December 19, 2012

KW coilover kit for the new 2012 BMW 3-Series F30

The new BMW 3-Series – the F30 is exceptional car. It comes with better engines, nice aerodynamics and good material quality. Its sports nature is all over the car, but KW will add a little more aggressiveness with a special coilover kit Variant 3+ “inox-line” which is part of the worldwide Top-aftermarket products.

“In the new design of the KW coilover Variant 3+ we have integrated the compression adjustment wheel in the bottom of the housing. To adjust the rebound damping, the adjustment wheel has to be attached on top of the front axle piston rod.”, commented Johannes Wacker, KW Product Manager.

“For example when drivers replace the tire / wheel combination from BMW against a bigger tire set or if the dimension of the standard break system will be changed thru a performance modification, this can be considered when adjusting the rebound”,, he added.

The KW coilover kit Variant 3+ ensures already in basic setup an increase of the steering precision and tracking. Even at a lowering of up to 65 mm at the front and 60 mm at the rear axle in combination with 20” alloy wheels and Dunlop tires, the rolling comfort at the BMW F30 will not be affected.

KW also offers coilover kits Variant 1 and Variant 2, which are a lot softer, but still can be adjusted to give better performance.

All three KW coilovers for the BMW F30 are manufactured in long life stainless steel technology and allow a continuous lowering within the German TÜV-tested adjustment range of 40 – 65 mm at the front axle and 30 – 60 mm at the rear axle.

Source: KW

August 27, 2012

JMS Opel Insignia

In search for an executive saloon but tired of BMWs or Audis and Mercedeses? They are the usual choice but one can never get hurt from trying something different. Oh Look! Here’s an Opel Insignia… and it’s been tweaked by German motoring specialists JMS. It’s a starter project with more options due to come. I basically depends on the customer.

What you do get however, is a KW coilover version 3 inox for a suspension. That will set you back $2,226. Because of it, the Insignia will be lower than usual – specifically, 55mm lower at the front and 45mm at the back. For a more modest sum of $315 you’ll also get a JMS racelook apron which you can screw on the standard front bumper and apply…glue, apparently.

By far the most expensive feature on this Insignia are the 9×20 AR1 Race wheels wrapped in 245/35R20 tires. All four of them cost $3,423.

More exterior enhancements and exhaust pipes can be ordered upon request for an overall complete look.

Source: JMS

March 18, 2012

Senner’s Audi S5 Coupe 2012

This year, the Audi S5 Coupe roams the streets with a facelift… and a new engine coincidentally. The engine itself is not new new but it is a first in the S5 – The TFSI 3.0 liter V6 unit has been around for the Cabriolet and Sportback versions. Another techy addition that is not your typical facelift is a stop-start system for better fuel efficiency. Other than that, we have new bumpers, a new radiator grille, aluminum wing mirror caps and a different four-pipe exhaust system. Now, while the updated S5 is still hot, the German based Senner company is among the first to pump up the value.

The standard TFSI 3.0 liter V6 brings 329 hp – that’s only 20 hp less than the one found in the pre 2012 S5 models, the FSI 4.2 liter V8. Senner engineers however, have managed to eliminate that small gap. In fact, by being fitted with a power converter and some sports air filters, the TFSI gets further ahead with 377 hp and 500Nm of torque. The exhaust pipes now size up to 100 mm in diameter each, which helps the S5 reach a tone most desirable.

The car sits on a Variant 3 Inox Line-KW coilover suspension, fully adjustable when it comes to height, rebound and pressure. The suspension itself relies on a set of 8,5×20 inch Corniche Challenge wheels with red undercut trim, wrapped in Vredestein Wintrac Extreme 245/30R2090W. Kind of late for winter tires.

Inside, a steering wheel from the R8 had been lift off complete with its paddle shifters. Trough its nicely flat figure, one can glance at the carbon speedometer panel. A DVD system on the other hand will keep the passengers busy (the driver has some corners to bend, so he/she doesn’t need much multimedia).

The whole project is still in process so who knows what Senner might offer in the near future.

Source: Miranda Media

March 16, 2012

KW Variant 3+ & Clubsport for 2011 Audi RS3 Sportback

KW has introduced Variant 3+ and Clubsport kit for the hottest hatchback on the market – 2012 Audi RS3.

The Variant 3+ coilover kit is specially created to improve the handling without sacrificing the ride quality. The kit has 16 levels of damping adjustment as well as height adjustment between 5-35mm at the front and 0-25mm at the rear.

The Clubsport kit is available in both 2-way and 3-way adjustment. It is specially prepared for using on the tracks using racing springs and high-performance dampers. What is more, KW’s Clubsport coilovers are fine tuned on the Nurburgring for maximum performance. Each damper system features a separate expansion tank to allow independent adjustment of compression in both high-speed (14 levels) and low-speed (6 levels) driving. The KW Clubsport 2-way and 3-way is also height adjustable by 5-35mm at the front and 0-25mm at the rear.

Additionally, the KW 3-way Clubsport Suspension comes supplied with preassembled aluminium uniball strut mounts which are also adjustable and which allow optimum fine-tuning for various sports tires and tracks.

Despite its immense circuit ability, KW’s Clubsport coilover remains TÜV approved allowing the RS3 to be driven to and from circuits with ease.

Source: KW

February 3, 2012

Tuned Lexus car at 2011 SEMA show

Lexus are getting ready for this year’s SEMA Show, which will be held in Las Vegas next week. For its fifth appearance at the show, Lexus is presenting nine cars, three of them special commissions that explore the potential for more extreme styling and performance.

The first one is a GS F-Sport by Five Axis finished in Glacier White with Slate Gray accents. It features a bespoke widebody conversion, a custom-built twin-tailpipe exhaust and AirRunner TC-5 air suspension. The flared wheelarches house FIVE:AD S5:F alloys and a Stop Tech Big Brake kit is fitted.

The second is also tuned by Five Axis – CT 200h. The hybrid has a widebody conversion, a JDSU Dark Passage paint finish and a TEIN performance suspension system. The interior boasts seats that have laser etched inserts in UltraSuede, a synthetic microfibre material from EcoDesign and an illuminated headlining, also finished in UltraSuede. The upholstery has been created by California specialist Turinmodel. This one-off low-riding CT 200h has custom FIVE:AD 19” forged wheels and a Stop Tech braking system.

Vip Auto Salon will exhibit IS Coupe-Cabriolet with a nice Chameleon paint finish by K&W and a carbon fibre body kit and bonnet. The car also gains a high performance exhaust, lowered springs, Bilstein shocks and F Sport 19” full-faced forged alloy wheels. A Power Enterprise Rotex Supercharger kit by Apexi.

Top Stitch has created special seat inserts for the show car, and even the lighting has been customised, with high-intensity discharge fog lights and LED running lights.

Lexus F-Sport models will be also at the 2011 SEMA. All visitors will be able to see the all new GS F-Sport for the first time.

Source: Lexus

October 27, 2011

KW BMW 1-series M Coupe

KW now offers Variant 3 coilover for BMW 1-Series M Coupe. The suspension kit will further improve the handling of the sport variant of 1-Series. The enhanced adjustable compression damping allows the M Coupe to expertly master sharp bends. So, the car is easier to handle at high speeds and the driver receives greater response from the road.

However, if you think that the comfort will suffer, you are wrong. At low speed, the impact of transverse joints is no longer transferred unfiltered into the passenger cabin for example. So, you receive not only stiffened suspension, but a better comfort, too.

Of course, the stance can be adjusted to your taste – thanks to the continuously variable suspension lowering . BMW 1-Series M Coupe with KW Coilover Variant 3 can be lowered between 10 and 35 millimetres at the front and 5 and 25 millimetres at the rear axle.

Last, but not least, there are six levels of firmness. The price of this pleasure is 1879 Euro including VAT, so if you are considering a suspension upgrade for your 1-Series M Coupe, KW has the answer.

KW BMW 1-series M Coupe

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June 8, 2011

KW Variant 3 for Porsche Cayenne II

KW has developed a new coilover suspension – Variant 3, which will improve both comfort and handling for Porsche Cayenne II. The KW coilover suspension is factory-delivered with Cayenne II tuned damper characteristics.

Variant 3 have all settings that you need to adjust the stiffness and ride height. The lowering ranges from 35 to 70mm according to your taste.

Thanks to the production in stainless steel technology “inox-line”, the individual components of the KW coilover remain permanently flexible, even at a very sporty driving style or in winter conditions.

KW coilover suspension Version 3 is priced at 2699 Euro including VAT for all Porsche Cayenne Turbo II models except for the Turbo models. A complete pre-assembled chassis with pre-mounted struts, adjustable spring seats, mechanical stop, and dust protection system are part of the delivery program.

So, if you have Cayenne II and you are not pleased with your suspension, KW offers the perfect solution. It improves handling and comfort on both high and low speeds. The SUV starts to act like a proper sports car, instead of a big heavy truck.

KW Variant 3 Porsche Cayenne II

Source: KW

May 27, 2011

KW Hydraulic Lift System for Audi TT RS

KW automotive, the suspension specialist has announced a range of coilover suspensions and a Hydraulic Lift System HLS for the nowadays Urquattro, the Audi TT RS. (more…)

January 14, 2010

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