Motoren Technik Mayer (MTM) has created an exclusive tuning program for the VW Golf GTI VI to prepare for its new rival the Golf R coming soon. The Volkswagen Golf VI GTI is their icon of the sports car, but it needed more power to compete with the upcoming Golf R. So MTM refined the Golf hatchback with a boosted engine, new wheels, and a brake kit. On all fours are matte black MTM Bimoto light alloy rims wrapped in Continental XL Sportcont tires measuring 235/35/19 in size. Under the hood MTM performed some ECU tuning and added an additional air filter for the VW Golf GTI that increased the engines performance to a maximum of 270 bhp with 400 Nm of torque.
Month: October 2009
Senner Tuning Nissan 370Z
Only a few months after the Nissan 370Z launched in Europe, Senner Tuning has created a performance upgrade package for the sports car. Under the hood of the 370Z is a true performer capable of producing 331 hp from the V6. The 3.7 liter engine received a new air filter and sport exhaust system which increased its performance another 21 hp. Included in the Nissan 370Z package is the KW Variant 3 coilover suspension kit that can be adjusted in the front from 15 to 50 mm, and 10 to 45 mm in the rear. KW is known to be one of the best suspension companies in the world, and they guarantee satisfaction with all their products.
JB Design Lamborghini Murcielago LP 640
The LP 640 JB-R is the ultimate sports car that has been released by JB Design in which they upgraded the Lamborghini Murcielago LP 640 extensively. Customizing it with a new body kit and performance tuning for the V12 engine, the Lamborghini Murcielago is one of the best we’ve seen to date. JB Design has manufactured a stage one kit for the Lambo that produces a maximum output of 710 hp, with a top speed of 370 km/h from the powerful V12. The exterior features an aerodynamic package that includes new front and rear spoilers, rear diffuser, side coverings, side skirts, air intakes in the front, and a front opening hood to allow cooler air into the engine bay.
Vivid Racing Shop Story
Since 2001, Vivid Racing has been a premier car tuning company located in Arizona. They have continually made statements and turned heads when it comes to the tuning industry. Starting with nothing in hand, to building a multi-million dollar company, the founders Dan Mermelstein and Rob Rohn have turned Vivid Racing into one of the most recognized brands in the aftermarket tuning industry. They have been featured in several magazines about their business and cars, some including DUB magazine, Performance Business, and Entrepreneur. Both Rob and Dan have competed in many auto events and shows. A few to name are the Gumball 3000 events, Bullrun Rally, and they have been on the “Import Racer” TV show featured on ESPN 2. Several demo cars the tuning firm built include cars for Pepsi, Mazda and Cusco, and Subaru.
ENCO Gladiator 700GT Porsche Cayenne Biturbo
The factory Porsche Cayenne twin turbo V8 produces 500 hp, and that is nothing compared to the ENCO Gladiator 700 GT Biturbo. Featuring a full roll cage inside, carbon fiber racing seats, and so much body work to make Jenna Jameson seem natural, the Porsche Cayenne was also boosted to 690 horsepower. This car is definitely not a sleeper, with its red rims, an additional 190 horses, and revised front end that looks mean as hell. The Gladiator Porsche Cayenne has been lavished with carbon fiber throughout, and the fancy 23″ wheels fit nicely with the large fender flares. Now the need for a full roll cage on a Porsche Cayenne, I think they went a little overboard with this one.
AVUS Audi TT-RS
With it’s five cylinders and four wheel drive, the Audi TT-RS is a unique car, and the tuning firm at AVUS Performance has taken it to the next level. Delivering plenty of horsepower, the stock Audi TT-RS produces 340 hp and 332 ft lbs of torque. This allows for a 0-60 mph time of 4.6 seconds, which in AVUS Performance’s eyes, is not nearly enough. They were able to bring the Audi beyond expectations by boosting the engine to a stunning 460 bhp with more than 472 ft lbs of torque. That improved the 0-60 time to a mere 3.8 seconds, with a top speed of 194 mph. Along with the power upgrades, AVUS also improved the looks and aerodynamics of the Audi TT-RS.
Tommy Kaira Toyota Prius
Japanese car tuning specialists Tommy Kaira have created a modified version of the third-generation Toyota Prius, which is one of the top selling hybrids. All of the customizations are cosmetic because the tuning company didn’t want to hinder fuel economy, since that is the reason people buy the Prius in the first place. The front end received a completely redesigned look with the addition of a front lip spoiler and air intake vents. Lowering the ride height of the Toyota Prius is an aftermarket suspension kit to add to the new sporty look. It also received new larger wheels and tires because the wheels on most hybrid models are pathetic.
GReddy Hyundai Genesis Coupe
GReddy Performance Parts has paired up with Hyundai to begin manufacturing new products for the Hyundai Genesis Coupe that has been raising eyebrows. Expect the new high performance parts to be launched at the 2009 SEMA Show on the GReddy X-Gen Street Genesis Coupe. The production tuning kit will include all the parts needed for the Hyundai Genesis 2.0T engine. The GReddy Total Tune-Up package will be a blend of performance, handling, and braking improvements. Hyundai plans to market the car as a reliable street performance vehicle with a powerful driving experience. At first they plan to increase the numbers to 350 hp and 320 ft lbs of torque, but after the SEMA Show further plans are to push nearly 500 horsepower.
2010 Steeda Q Series Ford Mustang
In a few weeks the 2010 Steeda Q Series Ford Mustang will debut at the SEMA show in Las Vegas with a new aggressive look on the car tuning market. Hundreds of hours went into completing the new Q Series Mustang, and most of those hours were spent on the Computer Aided Design work. The car went through numerous computer and wind tunnel analysis, as well as strenuous road coarse testing that was completed secretly to keep it away from the spying photographers. The founder of Steeda Autosports, Dario Orlando stated, “Simply put – no other car has won more races and set more records in production based classes than the Steeda Q Series of high performance Mustangs and I am confident that our 2010 version will carry on that same Steeda tradition”.
TopCar Bentley Continental GT Blacked Out
Here we have a 2009 Bentley Continental GT that has been blacked out by the Russian car tuning specialists at TopCar. The new aerodynamic package shows all black custom parts for that Russian Mafia look. The body kit is named the ‘Bullet’ and consists of redesigned bumpers, new front grille, LED daytime running lights, and several vents throughout. A new front lip was installed, along with the side skirts, and a carbon fiber rear diffuser underneath. The new tuning kit from TopCar is available for both the Bentley Continental GT and the GT Speed models.
Lumma Design Porsche Panamera CLR 700GT
Here are some images of the Porsche Panamera CLR 700GT concept that have surfaced on the web from the car tuners at Lumma Design. Giving the new Porsche an aggressive appearance, Lumma design hooked it up with an extreme body kit. New body styling includes a front bumper, carbon fiber hood, and aftermarket side skirts. The Porsche Panamera features 22 inch racing edition wheels with a very deep dish, rear fender vents, a carbon fiber spoiler, four pipe exhaust system, and a new rear bumper with integrated diffuser. The new four door Porsche has limited details from Lumma Design, however the power under the hood is not disappointing.
CRD Infiniti FX Crossover
Car Research & Development GmbH & Company (CRD) has revealed a modest tuning kit for the luxurious Infiniti FX Crossover. The new package was introduced at the Frankfurt Motor Show and the Infiniti package features a redesigned exterior. A modified front grille, front fender vents, and a roof carrier contribute to the aggressive look with the grey accents throughout. Adding to the list are 21 inch alloy wheels that have a turbine design and grey finish. Under the hood is the stock 5.0-liter V8 engine that comes from the factory producing 390 hp for the Infiniti FX Crossover.