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schwabenfolia volkswagen golf vi r with invisibility cloak

SchwabenFolia Volkswagen Golf VI R With Invisibility Cloak

Another tuning of Volswagen Golf VI R worth seeing is the SchwabenFolia Volkswagen Golf VI R. This time the people who made the transformation are those from car foiling company SchwabenFolia. First of al they have increased the power of the Volkswagen, which originally generated 270 hp (199 kW) and 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque, and now is enhanced with the additional 60 hp to now 330 hp (243 kW). A significant share of this power increase

electrified: cam shaft volkswagen golf vi r

Electrified: Cam Shaft Volkswagen Golf VI R

Cam Shaft Volkswagen Golf VI R originally came from the factory with its 4-cylinder engine along with an exhaust turbocharger, which generated up to 270 hp (199 kW) as well as 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque. The specialist from Cam Shaft has transformed this Volkswagen into an artistic object. First, they have cooperated with the firm MTB-vehicle engineering which tuned the engine’s performance and it is now increased to 325 hp (240 kW) and 430 Nm (317 lb-ft) of torque. They have done this with their own software

hennessey venom gt: 0-370 km/h [video]

Hennessey Venom GT: 0-370 km/h [video]

Hennessey has released a new clip, where their Venom GT does 370 km/h. The acceleration is sensational. The small car is way faster than Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport. Venom GT is based on Lotus Exige, but with enormous twin-turbo 6.2 liter V8 with whopping 1217PS (895 kW) and 1564Nm (1155 lb-ft). The engine is mated to a 6-speed Ricardo manual gearbox. The car weighs just 1220kg (2585 lbs), so the performance is more like a level 5 twister. 0 to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds and a top speed of 443

2013 maserati quattroporte - 409hp and 550nm

2013 Maserati Quattroporte - 409HP and 550Nm

Maserati has finally revealed full information about the new 2013 Quattroporte. It will be available with two petrol engines. The first is a V6 twin-turbocharged direct-injected 3.0 liter with 409HP (301 kW) and 550Nm (406 lb-ft) at 5,500RPM of torque at 1,750RPM. 0-100 km/h in 5.1 seconds and a top speed of 285 km/h (177 mph). The more powerful V8 twin-turbocharged direct-injected 3.8 liter delivers 530HP (390 kW) at 6,500RPM and 650Nm (479 lb-ft) of torque at 2,000RPM or 710Nm with overboost function. 0-10

bmw 4-series coupe concept - f32

BMW 4-Series Coupe Concept - F32

BMW has finally released some pictures of the new 4-Series Coupe Concept. As we know, several BMW Concepts were released without any changes neither exterior nor interior. The 4-Series Coupe Concept will be the new F32 in BMW’s model range. The car is expected to go on sale next year as 2014 model. The two-door version of 3-Series Saloon (the F30) is much more aggressive. It features new headlights, sloping roof and low rear end. The sleek and sporty design immediately catches the eye. We

petrolicious: san francisco skyline [video]

Petrolicious: San Francisco Skyline [VIDEO]

Ivan Jaramillo is the main character in the latest video of Petrolicious, besides his Nissan Skylines of course. For him driving is all about exhilaration and appreciating the moment. In fact, when he is in one of his Skylines he leaves all the problems aside and all that he does is to “feel” the driving excitement. An important part of the experience is also listening to the car and the sound of the engine. And as a matter of fact Ivan says that there isn’t anything else in the world that can be compared with t

2013 nissan sylphy g launched

2013 Nissan Sylphy G Launched

2013 Nissan Sylphy G has just been launched and it includes an elegant and sophisticated design and class-above comfort. Sylphy draws its power by the newly developed 1.8L MRA8DE engine, which is mated to a next-generation XTRONIC CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with sub-planetary gear. This combination delivers powerful and smooth driving. On of the most noticeable feature of the Sylphy is its premiuml front grille. To the luxurious feel add the LED-accented headlamps, large rear co

2014 audi rs 6 avant revealed!

2014 Audi RS 6 Avant Revealed!

2014 Audi RS 6 Avant has just been unveiled. It has been disclosed that it needs only 3.9 seconds for the acceleration sprint from 0 to 100 km/h. Its ultra-efficient downsized twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8 TFSI engine will firmly cement its RS credentials by outrunning its mighty V10-powered predecessor and the acceleration time is what proves it. At the same time the smaller unit will make 28.8mpg economy potential a reality. The new Audi model has a peak output of 560 hp (412 kW), which is reache

launch of the new 2013 chevrolet corvette 427 convertible collector edition

Launch of the new 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition

2013 Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition comes to commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the powerful and legendary Corvette model. The car exemplifies a true sports car, having great amount of style and delivering exceptional performance. In those past six decades the Corvette has grown up and changed a lot. Examples from the last decades include extended mobility tyres (also known as run-flat tyres), the head-up display, magnet

brabus 2012 mercedes-benz ml widestar

Brabus 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML Widestar

Brabus 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG Widestar is truly a sensational vehicle. It is not only super powerful, but very luxurious and nice to drive. Mercedes are famous with their comfortable vehicles, but M-Class brings that pleasure to another level. Still, when it needed, the big vehicle can go with 300 km/h. The 5.5 liter bi-turbo V8 is boosted to 620HP (456 kW) and 820Nm (604 lb-ft) of torque. This happens thanks to BRABUS B63 - 620 PowerXtra module. The increase is 100HP and 120Nm or i

brabus 2012 mercedes g 63 amg

2012 Brabus 2012 Mercedes G 63 AMG

Brabus has introduced their tuning program for the mighty G 63 AMG. The latest G-Class comes with a 5.5-liter V8 Biturbo engine tuned up to 620HP. The big SUV also comes with complete body kit, enormous wheels and some interior modifications. First is the BRABUS B63 - 620 PowerXtra module boosting the new AMG-sourced engine to 620HP (456 kW) at 5,750RPM and 820Nm (604 lb-ft) at 2,000RPM. 0-100 km/h in 5.1 seconds and a top speed of 230 km/h (143 mph). The performance package is priced at

oakley design ferrari f12 berlinetta

Oakley Design Ferrari F12 Berlinetta

Oakley Design has presented their tuning program for the most powerful Ferrari – the F12 Berlinetta. The tuning upgrade includes only styling upgrades. The exterior gets a set of new alloy wheels and lowered stance. There are also some carbon elements on the front bumper, side skirts and rear vents. The engine remains stock – a naturally aspirated 65-degree V12 6.3 liter - 740PS (544 kW) and 690Nm (509 lb-ft). 0-100 km/h – 3.1 seconds and 0-200 km/h in 8.5 seconds. A lap around Fiorano