
AC Schnitzer has introduced the AC Schnitzer 5 Series GT, a customization completed for the BMW F07. Having individualized the car with the Gran Turismo/Grand Tour concept, the tuner guaranteed to have given the BMW F07 driving comfort and performance at the highest level. The AC Schnitzer customization features for the BMW F07 include among others the twin sports rear silencer with “Sports Trim“ tailpipe trims and the chromed “Racing“ tailpipe...

Turbo-charged automobiles have always played a central role in BMW Alpina. In 2008 the BMW ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo rekindled this tradition, combining Bi-Turbo charging with the compact dimensions of the BMW 3 Series. Now, the new BMW ALPINA B3 S Bi-Turbo couples improved performance and torque with reduced fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. The B3 S Bi-Turbo’s exceptional powerplant yields 294kW (400hp) at 6000rpm with a maximum torque of 540Nm (397lbs-ft)...

Mercedes-Benz has revealed the first diesel hybrid from its E class model, Mercedes-Benz E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID. Introduced with a refined performance with simultaneously low consumption, the E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID is another demonstration of Mercedes-Benz ability to build efficient vehicles. With a combined output of 165 kW (224 hp), the E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID consumes 4.1 l/100 km with CO2 emissions of 109 g/km (of 0.48 grams per hp). Its 15 kW electric...

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...

As with the closed R8 versions from ABT, the team has designed all the components in order to achieve the sports car’s optimum distribution of weight; all the parts are therefore made from carbon. The ABT R8 Spyder has redefined the word “roadster” with Bavarian thoroughness. Powered by the V10 engine with 5.2 litre cubic capacity, this provides the ABT R8 Spyder 600 well-trained horses (441 kW), while in the series version there are 525HP (386...

BMW’s plan to build a sporty SUV has been completed by the designers from Winterlingen in Germany LUMMA Design. Serially equipped with a powerful engine, LUMMA only turns the BMW X6M into a thoroughbred sports car as a CLR X 650 M with an aerodynamics kit and undercarriage enhanced performance. After being transformed by LUMMA Design, the car is then named LUMMA BMW X6M CLR X 650 M. LUMMA Design increases the maximum torque of BMW X6M from 680 to...

NOVITEC ROSSO RACE 848, the two-seater based on the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will celebrate its world debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2010. This limited model features an aerodynamic-enhancement kit developed in the wind tunnel, three-piece 21-inch wheels with matching sports suspension, a high-performance brake system and exclusive interior options. Powered by twelve-cylinder twin compressor engine conversion for the six-liter V12 four-valve engine...

The Abarth 500C is more than just a developed version of its Fiat counterpart, since it represents a strategic choice by Abarth. The Abarth 500C, the first convertible to be launched by the renewed Abarth company, is the new Abarth packed with Abarth racing spirit and the latest performance technology. The new Abarth is already prepared to meet the more stringent restrictions on the future European standards (Euro 5). Powered by a 4-cylinder 16-valve...

Fiat Abarth Punto Evo is the result of a partnership between Fiat Powertrain Technology and Abarth race-derived know-how. Since the Fiat Powertrain engine was first presented at last year’s Geneva motor show, Abarth has been developing its power with its new 165 HP Multiair 1.4 turbo petrol engine (already conforms to Euro 5 standards) and improving its sporting performance in typical Abarth style. Compared to a conventional petrol engine of equivalent...

HAMANN-Motorsport, the renowned specialist for refinements of BMW automobiles, shows its latest developments for the TYCOON EVO M, which is based on the BMW X6M. Hamann BMW X6M Tycoon Evo M will make its first debut at the upcoming 80th Geneva Motor Show. Hamman customization on the TYCOON EVO M is mainly characterized by the front and the rear wing extensions made of light composite materials. Additionally, the HAMANN designers enhanced the sides...