April 1, 2009 | CATEGORIES: BMW
California-based tuner Vorsteiner has released a dry carbon aerodynamics package for the 2008 BMW M3 E90. The powerful sedan released in 2008 by BMW is a pretty limited edition because it was replaced by the Bavarian automaker after few months with its newer version, the facelifted 2009MY M3 sedan. Vorsteiner wanted to add their stylish touch to the car and installed a new body kit which consists of a front add-on spoiler that was also used for the BMW M3 E92 coupe and a rear diffuser with 3 integrated fins. They also installed a replacement carbon boot lid with a lip spoiler which improves the car’s dynamics. The new trunk lid is 35% lighter than the standard one and thanks to these new lightweight components the car’s performances and handling were also improved by Vorsteiner.
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March 31, 2009 | CATEGORIES: Audi
The last generation Audi TTS sports some subtle appearance tweaks that distinguish it from other TT models. It has a powerful 2.0L turbocharged four cylinder engine under the hood that generates 272 HP but the guys from MTM thought this was not enough and they prepared a full tuning package for this fast coupe. They installed a new body kit with a lot of carbon fiber elements and 9-spoke bimoto alloy rims to give a unique and sporty appearance to their TTS. Engineers from MTM modified the car’s engine and now the 2.0 TFSI quattro engine can deliver 380 HP at 6,420 rpm and a maximum torque of 494 Nm at 4,580 rpm. With a high performance exhaust, a new suspension system which lowers the car and a 6-speed S-tronic direct shift gearbox the car could reach a top speed of 265 km/h but MTM announced that it could go even faster depending on the tire size.
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We all know German tuners are really good when it comes to modify really expensive cars and recently we recently found a new tuning company that designs exclusive tuning kits for super cars. Cargraphic has just launched a full tuning package for Aston Martin V8 Vantage, a car with amazing looks and incredible sound. They analysed it’s aerodynamics in a wind tunnel and they developed a special aero kit which will reduce high speed lift and includes a carbon fiber spoiler lip, a new rear spoiler with integrated diffuser, side skirts and a mirror housing set. The car sits on 19″ or 20″ light weight three-piece wheels with a sport classic design or a racing style GTR design. Engineers from Cargraphic modified the car’s 4.5L V8 to increase its power from 426 HP to 466 HP and the maximum torque was also increased by an additional 32 Nm.
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March 30, 2009 | CATEGORIES: Audi
ABT Sportsline released a tuning programme for the new Audi Q5 last year at the Essen Motor and during that time they were offering power upgrades only for the 2.0 TFSI and 3.0 TDI models. The car received an entirely new front apron with a large spoiler with integrated fog lamps and a huge front grille that makes this Q5 really aggressive. The body modifications continue with wider fenders, door trims, 22″ alloy wheels, a rear skirt that houses the new exhaust system with four tailpipes and an ABT muffler and a small rear wing. Recently, the company has announced that their Audi Q5 got new engine upgrades and with a so-called ABT Power package they manage to increase HP for every engine. The 2.0 TDI was upgraded from 170 HP to 190 HP and the 3.0L TDI version outputs now 310 HP. The gasoline engines got a more powerful version and the guys from ABT manged to upgrade the engine from 211 HP to 275 HP.
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The new W212 Mercedes E-Class will arrive on the market in 2010 and well known tuner Brabus already revealed an exclusive tuning package for the new Mercedes. Their designers developed an aerodynamic kit made from Pur-R-Rim plastics that will add a sportier look to the car with striking lines. The new body kit consists of a front apron with a sophisticated shape which reduces lift on the front axle and gives an aggressive face to this stylish sedan. It contains LED daytime running lights, auxiliary headlights and customers could choose between high beams or fog lamps too. Brabus installed aluminum front sport quart panels which will improve cooling and venting and add a sporty flair. The rocker panels will improve the airflow and also feature integrated LED entrance lights. The rear side of this Mercedes E-Class received a rear apron that houses a new sport exhaust with two chrome plated tailpipes on either sides and it also comes with a rear spoiler.
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