
Subaru has revealed a new generation of Impreza for the 2010 model year, Subaru Impreza XV. The XV offers the Impreza’s original and distinctive symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (SAWD) driveability in all-weather road conditions which is packaged in a new exterior. Developed on the basis of the Impreza 5-door model, the Impreza XV employs a stiffer suspension. A strut-type suspension system was adopted for the front and a double wishbone suspension system...

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...

TECHART will present the world premiere of the Concept One individualization study at the approaching 80th Motor-Show in Geneva. This is their second individualization level for the Porsche Panamera model range, which is noticeably different from the first program. Generally, TECHART overall design concept, including for Porsche Panamera, covers both the exterior and interior. Compared to the serial model, the Panamera exterior is marked with wider...

The new BMW X5, set for launch in spring 2010, comes with more powerful new engines and an extended selection of driver assistance systems. The new BMW X5 dynamic capability can be characterized particularly by the addition of the new M Sports package. Designed specifically for the Sports Activity Vehicle, the M Sports package for the new BMW X5 features a high-speed setting, sporty chassis set-up, and 19-inch M light-alloy wheels in V-spoke design....

HAMANN-Motorsport, the tuning specialist based in Laupheim, has customized one of the Fiat´s sports model, the Fiat 500 Abarth. In an attention to provide the Fiat 500 Abarth with more power, HAMANN have changed the vehicle with five performance enhancements. The first upgrade “HS I”, applies some changes in the engine electronics, boots the little scooter up to 160 hp, the torque of the 1.4 liter petrol car rises from 206 to strong 285 Nm....

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...

Automobile tuner Kourosh Mansory have recently completed their customization for the Rolls Royce Ghost. MANSORY Rolls Royce Ghost is one of the Mansory great works in combining precious materials with elaborate performance, individual appearance and stylish interior refinements. The striking parts of the individualization of the MANSORY Ghost are the varnish in Gold and Blue, the modified radiator grill, the side skirts, the stainless steel sheeting,...

Project Kahn, a UK’s leading automotive design house, has recently announced one of their latest tuning they have completed, a dynamic cutting edge design which they proudly mention as the 2010 Project Kahn Range Rover Sport Supercharged RS600. It’s a Kahn’s project that lifts the Sport RS600 to the higher level with a customization to create individuality, yet keeping the original form of the vehicle. Project Kahn’s customization presents...

Volkswagen is unveiling the completely redeveloped Touareg as a world premiere. It is the most technically innovative “VW” since the brand has been in existence. This Touareg is reinterpreting the fascinating multipurpose SUV idea in a contemporary way. The Touareg will also be the first and only off-roader in Europe by a German car maker to be available in a hybrid version. BODY CONCEPT Touareg is designed longer, lower, more spacious and distinctly...