January 20, 2010 | CATEGORIES: Nissan
Going green, or eco friendly with cars isn’t all that bad with your working with Cobb Tuning, who have modified this Nissan GT-R to run on E85 ethanol gas. Ethanol, or some would say corn oil, is a blend of 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline which was originally developed as a bio-fuel or flex fuel. However, E85 has become an alternative fuel choice for car tuning enthusiasts seeking large performance gains from a relatively inexpensive modification. This new ethanol E85 mix carries a 105 octane rating, and we all know what that means, more octane more power. Cobb Tuning has done just that with this new Nissan GT-R, to see how much extra power they could pull on the dyno.
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January 19, 2010 | CATEGORIES: BMW
A tuning company from California, called Royal Muffler have released this modified BMW M3 with a sharp look. A new aerodynamic body kit consisting of a redesigned front bumper, side skirts, and an aggressive bonnet were installed. Their tuning firm has over 30 years of experience customizing sports cars, and this BMW M3 is the latest work. With a unique white and black paint scheme, the cars roof was painted black, and the carbon fiber hood with several air vents adds extra style.
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January 18, 2010 | CATEGORIES: Audi
Here we have some new products available for the Audi R8 from the tuning company Switzer Performance. The new packages enhance the performance figures for both the V8 and V10 versions; each individually priced. For the 4.2-liter V8 Audi R8, the guys at Switzer were able to increase the output to 440 hp with some simple ECU tuning. The tuning costs $1,995 and is compatible with the stock components, such as the intake and exhaust. For those with the more powerful engine, Switzer Performance offers several parts to gain some impressive numbers.
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January 17, 2010 | CATEGORIES: Peugeot
The tuning firm RDX Racedesign have released a new styling kit for the Peugeot 207 and Peugeot 207 CC models to give it a more aggressive look. Contributing to the redesigned front is a lip spoiler for 169 euro and RDX headlight blends. Side skirts with a venting system give the Peugeot a sporty look, and at the rear is a new rear apron. It has been custom made to fit the aftermarket exhaust system with enough room to accommodate single or dual exhaust tips. The rear apron and side skirts are also priced at 169 euro a piece, and the skirts can be fitted on all two and three door Peugeot 207 models.
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Auto shows have always been the place to come check out what motivates you to be successful in life. Whether it be the hot cars or the hot show car girls, there’s something at the car shows that makes you want to do better. If you are already successful, well then the auto show is for you to get ideas about the next car you want to buy. Or for the arrogant to brag about the all the cars they own, including the car a sexy model is standing next to, hoping it will entice her for a date. Anyways, here are the pictures from the lucky guys who were able to attend the Detroit Auto Show to check out the car girls.
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