July 31, 2011

Maserati GranTurismo S Superior Black Edition is as stealth as they get

Maserati’s head turning Grand Turismo S now has a ‘Superior Black Edition’ crafted by tuner Anderson Germany. If you haven’t already gathered, the car is coated, inside and out, in black. But it’s defiantly not as plain looking as it sounds.
The car’s exterior is repainted in matte black, with tinted front and tail lights to match. Shining black accents include the front grille, rear logo and window frames. A set of 21 inch black gloss wheels replace the Maserati’s standards, and the car is dropped all the way around. Carbon fiber wraps exterior pieces including the mirrors, roof ledges, tailgate, and lateral air inlets.

Inside the Maserati Superior Black Edition there is, naturally, more black. Carbon fiber details extend to the interior on the door knobs, air inlets, door sill panels, roof liner, seat regulation levers, the steering wheel, radio mask, and even the shifting panels. A ton of media upgrades are included as well, such as the customer sound system, monitors in the headrests, a PS3, sub woofer and amp, and a loud speaker. Black Alcantara, carbon leather, and red stitching finish off the interior’s details.
Of course, no tuner would be complete without at least some kind of power enhancement. Upgrades to the exhaust system help put out an upgraded 485-hp on the car’s 4.7-liter V8.

Maserati GranTurismo S Superior Black Edition
Maserati GranTurismo S Superior Black Edition
Maserati GranTurismo S Superior Black Edition
Maserati GranTurismo S Superior Black Edition
Press Release:
MASERATI GRAN TURISMO S SUPERIOR BLACK EDITION
To choose a Maserati GranTurismo, a coupé manufactured by the world famous Italian premium car workhop, as a base for possible gentle corrections of this near to perfection driving machine, it demands a lot of mastership and workmanship. But ANDERSON Germany, at home at Dusseldorf and other places in Germany, has rendered several spectacular examples of its efficient inventiveness.
Solely the complete car coating in silky matt black makes blood run cold for many apologists of automobile art made in Italy. Only the window frames, grill and the rear logo are made in shining black. Matching to the whole ensemble both front and tail lamps are tinted.
This cannot go without a tire-wheel-combination of special nature. ANDERSON has chosen proprietary glossy black exclusive rims with carbon framing in 21″ all around, completed by sized 265 tires in front and 295 rear. Not thinkable without adequate lowering. Besides, the exclusive sports engine bonnet, the exterior packet in Carbon – exterior mirrors, the tailgate and roof ledges, as well as the lateral left and right air inlets – merits to be mentioned. Corresponding to the high exclusive demands, the premium car manufacturer has given to the car more sportive front and rear aprons with matching to central exhaust system having remote controllable valve command in two sound levels. The result of this indispensable measure is, on the one side, 13 kg economy of weight and, on the other hand, a more of about 12 HP. The whole made by ANDERSON power increase by means of exhaust enhancement, racing cats and software optimization climbs from already fine 440 serial hp up to meanwhile 492 hp.
The interior also has been pushed up by carbon packet, containing the air inlets, door knobs, the switch desk in the roof liner, the door sill panels, the steering wheel, the seat regulation levers, the shifting paddles, as well as the radio mask. Apropos infotainment: of course, customized sound system with especially made monitor in the dash board, monitors in the headrests, PS3 player, loud speaker, subwoofer and amplifier ensure the appropriate sound. The other grafting works of the interior in black carbon leather combined with also black Alcantara, keder piping and red rhombus seams are based upon the exclusivity of the whole „Synthesis of the arts” and, thus, suitable without any limits!

 [ Via: egmCarTech
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July 29, 2011

Senner Tuning Audi A7 3.0 TDI

Senner Tuning has announced their tuning upgrades for the Audi A7 Sportback 3.0 TDI. The tuner offers both performance and styling upgrades.
As you know, the latest diesel engines are extremely fuel efficient and powerful, so the tuner decided to provide some extra horsepower for the 3.0 liter V6 TDI. The Ecu re-map gains additional 61PS (45 kW) and 120Nm (88 lb-ft) of torque, so the total power is 306PS (225 kW) and 620Nm (457 lb-ft). However, the fuel consumption is not harmed. The V-max limiter is raised to 280 km/h (174 mph), instead of the factory’s 250 km/h (155mph).
Senner also offers a new stainless-steel sport exhaust system with twin 90mm shiny tailpipes.
The stance is also improved, because of the lowering kit, which cuts 30 mm from the height of the vehicle.
A set of Varianza T1S rims 9.5J x 20” fitted with 275/35 R20 performance tires are also added.
No words about pricing.

Senner Tuning Audi A7 3.0 TDI
Senner Tuning Audi A7 3.0 TDI
Senner Tuning Audi A7 3.0 TDI
[ Source: Senner Tuning ]
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2012 ABT Volkswagen Tiguan

Abt Sportline now offers full tuning program for the latest Volkswagen Tiguan. Although, the crossover has been on the market for several months, the tuner are ready with a number of modifications, which can make your vehicle unique.
The exterior package includes ABT front grill, ABT door strip attachements, ABT rear skirt set   with exhaust system and ABT rear wing. The stance is improved by installing ABT suspension springs, which lower the vehicle. There are also different ABT designer light alloy wheels in 18” to 20” available also as complete set of wheels with sports tyres.
The tuner provides a wide range of engine upgrades for: the 2.0 liter TDI, the 1.4 liter TSI and the 2.0 liter TSI.
The 2.0 liter TDI diesel can be boosted to 170PS and 195PS. The small 1.4 liter turbocharged petrol can develop up to 210PS. The mighty 2.0 liter TSI can produce either 210PS or whopping 250PS. Really an impressive results.
The new Tiguan is part of the SUV family of ABT – and like the Touareg, the Q7 and the Q5, as well as the Q3 which is currently still in the starting blocks, the driver can look forward to the fact that his/her car can do a bit more.
Check out the specifications, below!

2012 ABT Volkswagen Tiguan
2012 ABT Volkswagen Tiguan
2012 ABT Volkswagen Tiguan
2012 ABT Volkswagen Tiguan
2012 ABT Volkswagen Tiguan
2012 ABT Volkswagen Tiguan

The new ABT Tiguan:

  • ABT ENGINE TECHNOLOGYEngine: 2.0 TDI, 1.968 ccm capacity
    Performance tuning: ABT POWER
    Performance: 170 HP/125 kW (standard: 140 HP/103 kW)
  • ABT ENGINE TECHNOLOGYEngine: 2.0 TDI, 1.968 ccm capacity
    Performance tuning: ABT POWER
    Performance: 195 HP/143 kW (standard: 170 HP/125 kW)
  • ABT ENGINE TECHNOLOGYEngine: 1.4 TSI, 1.390 ccm capacity
    Performance tuning: ABT POWER
    Performance: 210 HP/154 kW (standard: 160 HP/118 kW)
  • ABT ENGINE TECHNOLOGYEngine: 2.0 TSI, 1.984 ccm capacity
    Performance tuning: ABT POWER
    Performance: > 210 HP/154 kW (standard: 180 HP/132 kW)
  • ABT ENGINE TECHNOLOGYEngine: 2.0 TSI, 1.984 ccm capacity
    Performance tuning: ABT POWER
    Performance: 250 HP/184 kW (standard: 210 HP/154 kW)
  • ABT AERODYNAMICSABT front grill
    ABT door strip attachements
    ABT rear skirt set with exhaust system
    ABT rear wing
  • ABT SUSPENSIONABT suspension springs
  • ABT WHEEL TECHNOLOGYABT designer light alloy wheels in 18 to 20 inch
    Available also as complete set of wheels with sports tyres 
[Via: Automobilesreview ]
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Cosa Design Lamborghini Gallardo

Cosa Design has announced their tuning project, which is based on Lamborghini Gallardo. The tuner provides performance modifications as well as exterior upgrades.
The 5.0 liter hi-revving V10 is boosted to 540PS (397 kW) and 550Nm (407 lb-ft) of torque. The top speed is 317 km/h (197 mph). The results are thanks to a new sport exhaust system made of stainless steel.
The aerodynamics package includes a front skirt, side sills and a rear apron featuring a diffusor, which is fitted to the chassis.
Cosa Gallardo also comes with a special adjustable coilover suspension. The brake system is also revised – 8-piston calipers at the front and 6-piston calipers at the rear with generously sized discs.
The car stands on enormous 9.5J x 20” rims at the front and 11.0J x 20” at the rear fitted with 245/30 ZR20 and 295/25 ZR20 Continental Sport Contact tyres, respectively.
Pricing is not announced.

Cosa Design Lamborghini Gallardo
Cosa Design Lamborghini Gallardo
Cosa Design Lamborghini Gallardo
Cosa Design Lamborghini Gallardo
Cosa Design Lamborghini Gallardo
Cosa Design Lamborghini Gallardo
Cosa Design Lamborghini Gallardo
[ Source: Cosa Design]
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July 27, 2011

First 2012 Audi TT RS sold in Texas

The Audi RS line is coming back to the United States and the first model to come from the high-performance line is the 2012 Audi TT RS. The first Audi TT RS was sold by Forth Worth Audi in Texas to veteran race car driver Don Istook.
In 2012, more than 11,500 fans signed a petition on Facebook to bring the Audi TT RS to the United States. Istook was one of them but he also has a special connection with the TT than others. He was one of the first drivers to race an Audi Quattro in the U.S. in 1985 and he drove Audi S4 models in the Motorola Cup, which became the Grand-Am Cup. More recently he has raced Audi TT quattro coupes.

“Having raced at almost every major track in the U.S. and Canada, I’ve pushed the limits in many cars in my 34 years as a race car driver,” Istook said. “I like my street car to give me some of that thrill. With my new Audi TT RS, I not only get that thrill, but I also get that ‘race car’ sound.”

Check out the high-res gallery after the jump.

Refresher: Power for the 2012 Audi TT RS comes from an outstanding 2.5 liter turbocharged 4-cylinder TFSI direct-injection engine making 360-hp between 5,500 – 6,700 rpm with a maximum torque of 343 lb-ft between 1,650 – 5,400 rpm. Mated exclusively to a 6-speed manual transmission (thank god no automatic option is available), the 2012 Audi TT RS goes from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.1 seconds with a top speed of 174 mph. Prices start at $56,850.

2012 Audi TT RS
2012 Audi TT RS
2012 Audi TT RS
2012 Audi TT RS
 [ Via: egmCarTech ]
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Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 UK

Porsche has unveiled a new interesting video of the staggering 911 GT3 RS 4.0. Other important news are that the model will be offered in the United Kingdom. 2012 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 is priced at £128 466.
The car is the most brutal road going model, which the company offers. It’s naturally aspirated flat-6 boasts whopping 125PS (92 kW) hp/liter. The engine is 4.0 liter with total power of 500PS (368 kW) and 460Nm (339 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a 6-speed sport gearbox.
However, 911 GT3 RS 4.0 will be limited to a run of just 600 units.
The curb weight of the vehicle is just 1370 kg (3000 lbs). It doesn’t have air-conditioning, radio and some other important extras, but it is fast… extremely fast. 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and top speed of 311 km/h (193 mph).

Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 Side
Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 Side
Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 Side
Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 Side
Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 Side
Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 Side
Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 Side

Enjoy the video!


[Source: Porsche via Youtube]
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July 24, 2011

MTM Audi A1 Nardo Edition MTM Audi A1 Nardo Edition can hit 201 mph

MTM’s has released their version of the Audi A1, called the Nardo Edition.Apart from some head turning paint, the exterior remains mostly untouched, with the exception of wheel covers used to upgrade aerodynamics.
It seems that under the hood is where the Nardo Edition sees all the action.

To show off at an annual gathering of tuners including G-Power, 9ff, MKB, and SpeedArt, MTM tuned the A1 to some impressive numbers. Power output gets a boost up to 493-hp at 422-lb-ft of torque. The 0-62 time comes in at just 4.5 seconds. Looking to go the distance? Top speeds his 201-mph.
Guess we don’t really need an Audi S1.

MTM Audi A1 Nardo Edition
MTM Audi A1 Nardo Edition
MTM Audi A1 Nardo Edition
MTM Audi A1 Nardo Edition

 [ Via: egmCarTech ]
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July 19, 2011

Report: Ferrari 458 Spider to be a hardtop convertible

Because the Ferrari 458 has been with us for sometime, we’ve always wondered about a successor to the cabriolet version of the F430 that the 458 replaced. Just recently however, we’ve heard of a rumor that says the new 458 Spider could have a folding hardtop.

There has been much speculation about the new 458 Spider, which will be debuting at the Frankfurt Motor Show later in September of this year. But the insider source told us that because the F430 Spider wasn’t capable of donning a folding hardtop, Ferrari over time has worked out those issues with the 458. So could a folding hardtop roof be more likely, especially since the California has a folding hardtop as well?

Either way, the source also tells us that the transparent engine cover on the 458 Spider has been ditched, though the engine itself goes untouched.

Refresher: Power for the Ferrari 458 Italia comes from a mid-rear mounted 4.5L V8 producing 570-hp at 9,000 rpm with a maximum torque of 398 lb-ft at 6,000 rpm. Mated to a dual-clutch 7-speed F1 gearbox, 0 to 62 mph comes in just 3.4 seconds with a top speed of over 202 mph.

Ferrari 458 Italia
Ferrari 458 Italia
Ferrari 458 Italia
Ferrari 458 Italia
 [ Source: Piston Heads ]
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Lorinser Mercedes CLS C218

Lorinser has introduced a new styling packaged for the 2011 Mercedes CLS C218. Despite, the new CLS was released back in June last year, Lorinser is new first to announce a personalization program for the car.

Lorinser Mercedes CLS C218 received a new front bumper with LED daytime running lights, a pair of modified side skirts, a new rear apron, a trunk lid spoiler and a rear window spoiler. The new CLS also gets new front fenders with vents for cooling the brakes and a new sport exhaust system with quad tail pipes.

The tuner also offers two new sets of rims, available in a silver a matt black finish. The car has been lowered for better stance and handling.

No details released about performance packages, but the new turbocharged diesel and petrol engines are perfect to get ECU re-maps.

Lorinser Mercedes CLS C218
Lorinser Mercedes CLS C218
Lorinser Mercedes CLS C218
Lorinser Mercedes CLS C218
Lorinser Mercedes CLS C218
Lorinser Mercedes CLS C218
 [Source: Lorinser ]
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Alfa Romeo won’t make full return to U.S. until late 2013

In 1995, Alfa Romeo decided to kill the brand in the United States due to slow sales and a reputation for poor quality. However, in 200, then Fiat Group CEO Paolo Cantarella said that the brand will return to the United States in 2003 as a part of Fiat’s ill-fated alliance with General Motors. Well, it never happened.

Alfa Romeo will now be returning under new Fiat Group CEO Sergio Marchionne in late 2012. However, a full return isn’t scheduled until the end of 2013.

In late 2012, Alfa Romeo will start selling a few units of the Alfa Romeo 4C coupe in the United States. That will be followed by a compact crossover in mid 2013 along with the mid-sized Giulia sedan by the end of 2013 at the earliest.

So yes, Alfa’s return to the United States has been 10 years in the making.

Alfa Romeo 4C Concept
Alfa Romeo 4C Concept
Alfa Romeo 4C Concept
Alfa Romeo 4C Concept

 [ Source: Automotive News ]
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July 16, 2011

MEC Design Mercedes-Benz CLS W219

MEC Design has introduced a new aerodynamics package for the Mercedes CLS W219.
The kit includes front bumper with LED fog and day lights, rear bumper with carbon fibre “Extreme” diffusor, side skirts with LED, 3 piece trunk lid spoiler, rear window spoiler. The car is finished in matte black.
MEC Design Mercedes CLS W219 stands on MecxtremeIII one-piece alloy wheels in Full Matt Black finish with dimensions 10.5J x 20” fitted with 285/25 ZR 20 ultra-low profile tires.
The tuning company also fitted four-pipe stainless steel exhaust system, which gives deeper sound and may some other horsepower.
The interior boasts MEC Design floor mats, carbon and leather steering wheel.
MEC Design Mercedes-Bebz CLS W219
MEC Design Mercedes-Bebz CLS W219
MEC Design Mercedes-Bebz CLS W219
MEC Design Mercedes-Bebz CLS W219
MEC Design Mercedes-Bebz CLS W219
MEC Design Mercedes-Bebz CLS W219
MEC Design Mercedes-Bebz CLS W219
MEC Design Mercedes-Bebz CLS W219
MEC Design Mercedes-Bebz CLS W219

MEC Design Mercedes-Benz CLS W219
• MEC Design Bodykit 2Face (front bumper with LED fog + day lights, rear bumper with carbon fibre “Extreme” diffusor, side skirts with LED, 3 piece trunklid spoiler, rear window spoiler)
• MEC Design wheels mecxtremeIII 1pc in Full Matt Black finish 10,5×20 (4,5 inch lip) tires 285/25 ZR 20 all around
• MEC Design Electronic Lowering System module, adjustable
• MEC Design 4 pipe stainless steel exhaust system, sound version Apocalypse
• MEC Design carbon/ leather steering wheel
• MEC Design floor mats
• MEC Design 2010 Grill
• MEC Design 2010 Style LED mirror covers
• Lighting unit background finishing
• Full Matt Black Folie Wrap
Source: MEC Design
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