The unique VW Scirocco has been modified by car tuning, and Volkswagen specialists JMS. They were able to customize this Volkswagen Scirocco with several exterior improvements to give it a stellar look. The first addition to the Scirocco is an aftermarket coil over kit from H&R that lowers the front 55 mm, rear 45 mm, and costs 1,069 Euros. This suspension setup not only improves the sports car look, however it enhances the handling and driving dynamics as well. Factory VW Scirocco wheels were traded out with larger 19×8.5 rims in the front, 19×9.5 in the rear, with tires measuring 225/35/R19, and 255/30/R19 respectively. Aiming for the unique and perfect sounding sports car, JMS installed a stainless steel muffler from Eisenmann Exhaust Systems, which also improves the performance numbers.
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July 15, 2009 | CATEGORIES: Nissan
Nissan factory tuners, Cobra N+ is known for amazing customizations for both the Nissan 370Z and GT-R. Their concept for the 370Z sports car does not have any major engine modifications or tuning, however the aerodynamic and handling improvements were enough to satisfy customers. Cobra N+ has manufactured lightweight wheels with six double spokes measuring 19×9 in the front, and 19×10 in the rear. Trying to keep the overall weight of the vehicle to a minimum, the lightweight rims are linked to an aftermarket spring kit that lowers the car by 30 mm. There is an optional coilover suspension setup available that adjusts the ride height between 20 and 40 mm. Aerodynamic improvements for the Nissan 370Z are a diffuser custom fitted into the factory rear bumper, carbon fiber front spoiler, and custom cutouts in the rear to accommodate the larger Cobra N+ sport exhaust system.
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July 14, 2009 | CATEGORIES: Porsche
Details on the new Porsche Cayenne Diesel V6 have been released by the car tuning firm Techart. The German tuning company took the first production diesel model and created a program that covers engine, chassis, interior, and exterior modifications. For the engine, Techart’s power kit upgrades the 3.0 liter Cayenne diesel from 240 hp to 290 hp and 550 Nm to 630 Nm of torque at 2,200 rpms. These performance enhancements improved sprint times of 0-60 mph in 7.7 seconds, while CO2 emissions and fuel consumption remained unchanged. Techart added a control module for the air suspension on the Porsche Cayenne Diesel, that lowers the vehicle, while at the same time reduces the roll of the car to improve aerodynamics. The Porsche rides on 21 inch alloy wheels wrapped in Michelin Diamaris 4×4 XL 295/35 R21 tires to go along with the complete aero kit.
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The Corvette ZR1 is already one of the fastest production cars at 638 bhp, however Hennessey Performance Engineering has raised the level to 705 bhp. Too much horsepower is never enough, even for the all new 2010 Corvette ZR1 that pushes 717 ft-lbs of torque at 3,200 rpms from the rear wheels. The extra power upgrades were accomplished by adding a new supercharger, ECU tuning, air intake, and performance exhaust system. The Corvette ZR1 received lightweight carbon fiber rims wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport Cup tires, reducing the rotating weight by 60 lbs. A Z-Aero carbon fiber front splitter was installed, along with canards and a rear spoiler supply over 300 lbs of down force to the rear of the vehicle.
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July 10, 2009 | CATEGORIES: Nissan
Recent photos and a video of the Tanabe Racing Nissan GT-R performance exhaust package have been released, and it’s expected to be available August 2009 for $1,980. Tanabe Racing Development has created this Medallion Touring exhaust for the Nissan GT-R keeping price and performance in mind, to manufacture a quality product. In the niche of name brand Japanese aftermarket parts, this exhaust fits right in, with a 80mm diameter main section that feeds in to 70mm muffled rear sections. The completed exhaust from Tanabe features quad tip outlets, and delivers a superior sound for the all new Nissan GT-R.
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