2009 Nissan 370Z NISMO S-Tune

January 3, 2009 Filed Under: Nissan
2009 Nissan 370Z NISMO S-Tune

NISMO will offer 370Z buyers two sport packages that can be combined. The Nismo S-Tune Aero Package includes a redesigned front bumper spoiler, side skirts, rear bumper spoiler, trunk spoiler, and floor mate for a total of 411,000 Yen. The Nismo S-Tune Performance package includes Nismo break pads, S-Tune suspension, Nismo stainless exhaust body brace set, and Nismo LMZ5 19″ wheels for a total of 1,028 Million Yen.

2009 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Sideswipe Concept

February 15, 2009 Filed Under: Chevrolet
2009 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Sideswipe Concept

SIDESWIPE takes the form of a sleek, vision concept dreamed up by the Corvette designers at GM. The design is influenced by the original Stingray race car, introduced in 1959, but also draws on Corvette heritage cues from other generations. It brings them together in a futuristic shape that seems to be equal parts racecar and space ship. “SIDESWIPE represents an exercise in exploration for the Corvette,” said Ed Welburn, vice president of GM Global... 

2009 Manhart BMW M3 E91 5.0 V10 SMG

October 14, 2009 Filed Under: BMW, Tuning
2009 Manhart BMW M3 E91 5.0 V10 SMG

The Manhart BMW M3 E91 5.0 V10 SMG comes with a 5.0-litre V10 from the M5 E60 which develops 550 PS which is kept on a tight leash by the 7-speed SMG gearbox, also taken from the M5 and by the corresponding 100% limited slip differential. With this powertrain the Manhart BMW M3 E91 5.0 V10 SMG is able to get from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds with its top speed of 324km/h. The Manhart BMW M3 E91 5.0 V10 SMG also equipped with the tunable Bilstein PSS10... 

2011 ABT AS8 Audi A8

March 5, 2010 Filed Under: Audi, Tuning
2011 ABT AS8 Audi A8

Although only just been released by Audi, ABT Sportsline is already presenting its version of the new premium limousine A8, the AS8. The ABT AS8 has been optimized to meet the high demands of its drivers. Initially, the potent turbo diesel with a 4.2 liter cubic capacity has had its performance improved, and other versions will follow soon. The series standard 350HP (257kW) is raised by ABT to 385HP (283kW). As a result, the torque of this modern... 

2008 Edo Competition Maserati MC12

December 28, 2008 Filed Under: Maserati, Tuning
2008 Edo Competition Maserati MC12

Power increase of 70 horsepower thanks to new exhaust headers like on the Ferrari FXX, highflow catalytic converter, performance muffler, modified intake system, new carbon fiber airbox like on the Maserati MC12 Corsa, high-flow air filters and ECU recalibration * Stainless steel muffler with adjustable remote-controlled butterfly-valve, new exhaust tips * Exhaust sound level adjustable at the push of a button * High-performance ceramic composite... 

2010 Opel Ampera

January 27, 2009 Filed Under: Opel
2010 Opel Ampera

Opel has announced Ampera as the name of its revolutionary extended-range electric car. The five-door, four-seat Opel Ampera will be revealed at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show (March 5-15). “With the Ampera, Opel will be the first European automobile manufacturer to provide customers several hundred kilometers of non-stop electric driving,” said Alain Visser, GM Europe Chief Marketing Officer. GM’s ground-breaking electric propulsion technology,... 

2009 Renault Kangoo Z.E. Concept

September 16, 2009 Filed Under: Renault
2009 Renault Kangoo Z.E. Concept

The Renault Kangoo Z.E. Concept is powered by a 70kW electric motor which delivers 226Nm of torque, in conjunction with a lithium-ion battery. The Renault Kangoo Z.E. Concept’s dimensions (length 3.95m, height: 1.85m) ensure that it is perfectly nimble and manoeuvrable in and about town. Its high torque (226Nm) is instantly available to ensure responsive acceleration performance in built-up areas. A depleted battery is charged in four to eight... 

2009 Mazda RX-8 Hydrogen RE

September 29, 2009 Filed Under: Mazda
2009 Mazda RX-8 Hydrogen RE

Mazda Motor Corporation announced that it has built the first Mazda RX-8 Hydrogen RE vehicle with Norwegian specifications, developed specifically for participation in HyNor, Norway’s national hydrogen project. The first unit will take part in ceremonies marking the official opening of HyNor’s hydrogen filling stations. The initial opening ceremony will be held in Oslo on May 11, 2009. The RX-8 Hydrogen RE will then undergo certification to meet... 

2009 Lexus GS350 F-Sport

November 3, 2009 Filed Under: Lexus
2009 Lexus GS350 F-Sport

The Lexus GS350 F-Sport by Toyota Racing Development (TRD) made its debut at the 2009 SEMA Show. Toyota Racing Development (TRD) pushed their GS350 to the limits, loading it up with virtually every F-Sport performance accessory available, including an F-Sport lowering spring set and F-Sport performance brakes. Also featured: a four-piece ground effects kit and grille insert by Five Axis and a three-stage Vibrance Orange Glow candy paint job to match... 

2010 Chevrolet Aveo RS Show Car

January 9, 2010 Filed Under: Chevrolet
2010 Chevrolet Aveo RS Show Car

Chevrolet announced the world debut of the Aveo RS show car at the 2010 North American International Auto Show. The Aveo RS show car, finished in electric Boracay Blue, wears global Chevrolet design cues such as the dual element grille, round taillamps and fender flares, but designers turned up the attitude on the show car with low openings and a lower mouth trimmed in a combination of brushed and polished aluminum. The Chevrolet Aveo RS show car’s...