03 December 2013
The Touareg model was introduced for the first time ten years ago. Since then, 700,000 have been sold around the world. In order to celebrate its anniversary, Volkswagen introduces Touareg X Special Edition models model which will be produced in only 1000 examples and will be based on the TDI Clean Diesel Lux trim.
On the top of the standard Touareg TDI Lux, the X Special Edition adds also 19-inch “Moab” aluminum-alloy wheels, striking Moonlight Blue Pearl paint, LED taillights, and Touareg X-specific badging.
03 December 2013
The Touareg model was introduced for the first time ten years ago. Since then, 700,000 have been sold around the world. In order to celebrate its anniversary, Volkswagen introduces Touareg X Special Edition models model which will be produced in only 1000 examples and will be based on the TDI Clean Diesel Lux trim.
On the top of the standard Touareg TDI Lux, the X Special Edition adds also 19-inch “Moab” aluminum-alloy wheels, striking Moonlight Blue Pearl paint, LED taillights, and Touareg X-specific badging.
28 November 2013
The Volkswagen Polo R WRC has already won the tough FIA-Rallye world championship with Sebastien Ogier, France, but now is time for the road version to get some additional performance.
The Rallye model has 315HP (232 kW) from the 1.6 liter TSI engine and ABT Polo R WRC is very close to this number boasting 290HP (213 kW). 0-100 km/h in less than 5.0 seconds and a top speed of 260 km/h (161 mph).
ABT Sportsline recommends the attractive DR alloy wheel in its standard 18” version to go
28 November 2013
ABT has introduced their styling upgrades for the new Volkswagen Golf VII GTI. The hot hatchback will be presented at the 2013 Essen Motor Show under the name ABT Dark Edition.
The exterior boasts dark taillights, mirror caps and headlight covers. There are also new side skirts, front spoiler and front skirt, trunk lid attachment and a rear skirt set with a four-pipe chromed black exhaust system.
ABT Golf VII GTI rolls 20” CR alloy wheels fitted with 235/30 R20 high-performance tires.
Other highlight
28 November 2013
From the 30th of November until December the 8th the city of Essen, Germany will become the venue of motoring nirvana. Mostly after market companies will be showcasing their crowning achievements amidst a swirl of classic cars, accessories, tools, racing cars, fuels, lubricants etc.
One of the stands on the Esse
26 November 2013
The Volkswagen Polo R WRC Street is, and there is no other way to put it, a rally car that can do grocery runs. It is truly an exceptional specimen that is limited to only 2500 units worldwide. The one you see here, however, is different from its brothers and sisters. B&B Automobiltechnik have taken up the job of creating something mad from an already mad thing.
Take its 2.0 TSI engine for example. It normally develops 220 hp which is
18 November 2013
Remember Volkswagen's hunky CrossBlue SUV concept that looked thoroughly American? Well, it will now decorate the German stand at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show, but because this one is a “coupé” it is technically a “U.S. Debut”. Welcome to the Volkswagen CrossBlue Coupé concept - a sleeker, less roomy version of the original. Could this five-seater bring something fresh and exciting to the table?
Here are the basics: 192.5 inches long and 79.3 inches wide and 66.1 inches high, the Coupé features spor
08 November 2013
Volkswagen has announced the price list of the 2013 CC R-Line. The R-Line offers even higher level of equipment than standard and GT trims. It also gives the CC a unique styling and appearance.
The R-Line builds on the already generous equipment list of the GT, adding a distinctive R-Line front grille with round fog lights, R-Line front bumper, R-Line logo in the radiator grille, sill extensions, LED daytime running lights and 18" Mallory alloy wheels. The interior features an R-Line multi-function steerin
07 November 2013
Volkswagen has announced the Twin-Up diesel-electric hybrid concept. The super-efficient small car will probably become a production model.
The Twin-Up has two-cylinder 0.8 liter common-rail diesel engine from the XL1 – 47HP (35 kW) and 120Nm (88 lb-ft) of torque. There is also an electric motor with 47HP (35 kW) and 140Nm (103 lb-ft). The combined power is 74HP (55 kW) and 214Nm (158 lb-ft), which is sent to the front axle through a dual-clutch 7-speed gearbox. 0-100 km/h in 15.7 seconds and a top speed o
04 November 2013
Stoptech now offers uncompromising big brake systems for Volkswagen Golf VII based cars. Most of Stoptech exchange braking systems have a technical components MOT certificate.
The new STOPTECH One-Piece-BBK-brake offers about 5 meters less of brake path, reached by use of 328 x 25 mm slotted or perforated one pi
25 October 2013
Volkswagen Golf II is an iconic model representing reliability, good performance and extremely robust parts. Even 20 years after production had stopped, no fewer than 450,000 of that model are still registered in Germany. The performance ranges from 55HP (40 kW) in the smallest petrol and diesel variants to up to 210HP (155 kW) with the 1.8 liter supercharged model.
However, ABT has taken the powerful 1.8 liter supercharged G60 model to the next level boosting it to 240HP (177 kW). The tuning specialists has
22 October 2013
Alpha-N Performance has introduced an upgrade package for Volkswagen Golf VI R. The hot hatchback received new wheels and some performance upgrades.
The exterior features a set of lightweight OZ Racing Ultraleggera HLT alloy wheels finished in a race gold paint and fitted with 235/30 R20 tires (dimensions 8J x 20”). There is also a stainless steel exhaust system delivering extraordinary sound.
The 2.0 liter turbocharged engine is boosted to 330HP (243 kW) – an increase of 60HP (44 kW) thanks to a spor
