19 May 2011, 11:29 AM
Superchips has revealed a tuning program for the performance R56 MINI Cooper S Turbo. The ECU re-map for “Phase 2” versions of the hot hatchback boosts the 184PS 1.6 litre turbocharged engine, produced from 1st March 2010 onwards.
The ECU re-map adds 25PS at 5444RPM and 32Nm at 3765Nm. The total power of the vehicle is 209PS and around 290Nm of torque.
Of course, the fuel economy remains the same – 48 mpg on combined cycle.
Customers can be assured the Superchips conversion is covered b
18 May 2011, 04:27 PM
Honda and Mugen EU have revealed the first official images of the CR-Z Mugen. The project is to create the higher-performance hybrid coupe, which is suitable for both – race track and everyday driving.
However, the supercharged Honda CR-Z is expected to have staggering performance qualities. Not only in straight line, but in the corners, too. Early tests with a prototype car based on a standard CR-Z and a mid-tune engine have given 0 to 100 km/h times around that of the Civic Type R, which is just perfect consid
17 May 2011, 05:46 PM
Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 is just brutal sports car. Not every manufacturer launches an every-day road-going model with such power a specifications. However, Oakley Design is preparing new tuning program for the beast.
The name of the project is LP760-2 and the model is only rear wheel drive. The vehicle has been stripped of its front differential and related components, so its much lighter – totally 85 kg (187 pounds).
Futhermore, the 6.5 liter V12 engine is upgraded to gain another 71PS and 55Nm. The to
16 May 2011, 03:06 PM
Dodge Caliber Mopar Edition will be launched in South Africa.
It is powered by a a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with some modifications provided by Mopar. There is CAI (Cold Air Induction) system as well as a dual sport exhaust. There are no data about the improvements, but the vehicle develops 156PS (115 kW) and 190Nm (140 lb-ft) of torque before them.
Caliber Mopar Edition stands on enormous 18” black powder-coated alloy wheels fitted with low profile tires. The suspension is lowered w
13 May 2011, 04:56 PM
Hamann Motorsport are ready with the special aerodynamics package for the latest BMW 5-Series Touring – F11. The tuning is based on the M-technology package and features four integrated LED daytime running lights and larger air inlets.
The body kit includes new front lip spoiler, modified side skirts, new rear bumper with diffuser and two spoilers at the rear and at the roof. The car stands on enormous 21” light alloy wheels – Anodized Edition Race Design. They feature matt black central boss
12 May 2011, 12:17 PM
MR Car Design, the famous German tuning specialist has revealed a stunning custom version of the fifth generation Volkswagen T5 Transporter dubbed MR Car Design VW T5 HAWAII Deluxe.
For the exterior of the ultra-spacious T5 Transporter, the Marcel Reil’s crew has mounted a sleek body kit by the noble VW tuner ABT, which is consist of a front and rear spoilers, a front grill and fog light inserts, as well as side strips and lights. Moreover, the stylishly re-fined outfit of the VW T5 HAWAII Deluxe highlights huge
11 May 2011, 03:59 PM
Piecha Design aren’t waste any time and the tuning company has already released a special styling package for the latest 2012 Mercedes SLK – R172 model. The name of the project is Accurian RS and it includes only aerodynamic enhancements. Still, we expect them to release some performance packages for the powerful Mercedes’ engines.
The body kit includes an Accurian RS front spoiler lip with lateral grids, Accurian RS side skirt covers, Accurian RS sills with LED lighting units. There are also
10 May 2011, 05:34 PM
JE Design has released an upgraded version of the new Seat Ibiza Estate ST. The five-door car has its own range now as well.
The aerodynamics kit includes a front spoiler, a sports radiator grille, headlamp covers, side skirts and a rear apron extension. The price of the package is 1149 Euro.
The suspension is also improved by installing lowering springs by 35mm. The price is just 149 Euro. The stance is just perfect as well as the performance.
JE Design Seat Ibiza Estate ST stands on
10 May 2011, 03:21 PM
Smart ForTwo received another tuning package, but this time from the Bulgarian Custom studio Vilner. The small city car is completely transformed both inside and outside. The aim of the company is to create a vehicle, which attracts a lot of attention. Still, Vilner ForTwo will be used as a promotional car.
The name of the project is Square Style derived from the chequered motifs on the vehicle.
Vilner used orange foil with patterns of stitching for the exterior with full chrome panles and
09 May 2011, 09:29 PM
STaSIS has introduced Audi R8 V8 Challenge Extreme Edition, which is available specially for the British market. The car is developed to bring high doses adrenaline, which is not so hard especially, when you have 540BHP.
Following on from the successful UK debut of the R8 V10 STaSIS Challenge Extreme Edition, which was released last month. From concept to production each new STaSIS component is rigorously tested to ensure maximum performance and factory levels of reliability.
The STaSIS Audi R8 V8 Challenge E
09 May 2011, 06:00 PM
Superchips Ltd has developed another performance package for the latest Ford S-Max with 2.0 liter direct injected turbocharged Ecoboost engine.
The ECU re-map boosts the 2.0 litre petrol engine with 40BHP at 5648RPM and 67Nm at just 2065RPM. With all that new power, the family vehicle is even more friendly to drive than before. Furthermore, the exceptional mileage is unchanged – 35 mpg on combined cycle. So despite the performance increase produced by the upgrade, if a Superchips remapped S-M
09 May 2011, 05:06 PM
Cobra now offers an exterior package for the latest Volkswagen Touran.
It includes a high-gloss stainless-steel front brush guard with a tube diameter of 48mm and a stainless-steel bumper grille. The Touran also comes with high-gloss side guards with integrated step and a tube diameter of 60 mm, and a version with a brushed surface finish without the integrated step. At the rear, there is a bumper guard with a choice of high-gloss or brushed finishes.
Cobra Touran stands on new alloy wheel
