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Official: 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe by Lorinser

Tuesday, January 19th, 2010

Lorinser Mercedes-Benz E-Class CoupeLorinser, the German tuner specialized in Mercedes-Benz vehicles, introduced today its latest programme for the 2010 E-Class Coupe. The new kit includes a new front bumper with integrated LED daytime running lights, a new front grille, new side sills, a rear roof spoiler, a rear trunk lip and a new rear bumper with integrated air diffuser and exhaust system. The kit is completed by the new 20-inch light-alloy Lorinser RS9 alloy wheels and by the progressively winded suspension springs that lower the car by 30 millimetres at the front and rear axle. For models with serial Airmatic, Lorinser developed a set for manual lowering. Inside, the tuning company offers a new set of aluminium pedals, an instrument cluster with a scaling of up to 330 km/h as well as a floor mat set with leather lining and embroidered Lorinser emblem and illuminated door sills. Photo gallery after the jump!

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2010 Vw Golf 6/GTD by Caractere

Thursday, January 14th, 2010

2010 Vw Golf GTG Caractere The Belgian tuning company Caractere plans to offer a styling kit for the new Golf GTi that is somewhat similar to what it gave the standard Volkswagen Golf 6 months ago. The new aero kit is finished in PURim technology.

The visual appearance as well as its safety is greatly improved. Caractere’s body kit, which emphasizes the vehicle’s aggressive stance, features a complete re-styled front bumper offering improved airflow through its larger air intakes, new rear spoiler with exhaust, sport or classic roof spoiler and a set of side skirts. For certain, the brand’s unique CW1 wheels, which are available in 19 and 20-inch sizes, are standouts. Caractere is also offering a LED lights option. The new kit will be available in the market in spring 2010. Photo gallery after the jump!

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Official: Gemballa MIG-U1

Tuesday, January 12th, 2010

Gemballa MIG-U1Gemballa, the well-known German tuner specialized in tuning Porsche cars decided that it is time to take on a new challenge and revealed a new customization program based on the Ferrari Enzo and called Gemballa MIG-U1.

The new program includes an all new aerodynamic kit consisting in a new front spoiler lip that generates an additional downthrust of up to 35 kilograms at the front axle but also a new rear spoiler that generates up to 85 kilograms more downthrust on the rear wheels. In order to obtain the best results, the flap lowers, as soon as the car reaches a speed of 120 km/h. Also, Gemballa developed an ventilation- and cooling concept: the front and the back wheel-houses are supplied with cooling air in order to guarantee an optimal use of the high performance braking system; newly designed air exhaust ducts end in and on top of the rear skirt while their dimensions allow supply of an additional radiator. Continued after the jump!

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Lamborghini Gallardo LP600/4 by Edo Competition

Monday, December 14th, 2009

Lamborghini Gallardo Lp600/4 Edo CompetitionThe new Lamborghini Gallardo LP600/4 that comes from Edo Competition has recently been unveiled. The LP600/4 is capable of producing 600 horsepower and 572 Nm (422 ft-lb) of torque. It can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 3.5 seconds and has a top speed of 340 km/h (211 mph).

The LP600/4 has an additional 40 hp and 32 Nm of torque compared to the standard LP560-4. Edo’s version also is 0.2 seconds faster to 100 km/h and its top speed is faster by15 km/h (9 mph). Aside from the extra power, a sport suspension “to improve drivability, driving dynamics and precision” was also installed. Edo also claims that the suspension features low friction shock absorbers, revised spring rates, and adjustable dampers. When it comes to styling, the LP600/4 has a new front spoiler lip, a stainless steel exhaust system (with butterfly valves that are activated via a remote), and 19-inch three-piece racing wheels (with artificially-aged cast center-sections, hand-polished outer rims, and stainless steel screws) outfitted with high-performance Dunlop Sport Maxx tires. Photo gallery after the jump!

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Bmw X5M & X6M by G-Power

Monday, December 14th, 2009

Bmw X5M X6M G-PowerBMW tuning firm G-POWER’s reputation is upheld with its new performance and equipment package for the new BMW X5 M and BMW X6 M. The aerodynamic kit is largely derived from the G-POWER Widebody-Kit TYPHOON.

On both SUVs, there will be a full carbonfiber front skirt with striking air inlets that will feature. There will also be a bonnet made of Kevlar hybrid or carbonfiber, and wide carbonfiber side skirts. To complement the four tailpipes, G-POWER attached a rear diffuser that emits a “powerful deeptone sound.” A set of one-piece aluminum wheels measuring 11×23 and 12×23 inches is fitted to the X5 M while for the X6 M, its three-piece versions share the same dimensions. Continued after the jump!

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AC Schnitzer ACS3 3.5d Coupe reaches 288.7 km/h

Saturday, December 12th, 2009

Ac Schnitzer ACS3 3.5d CoupeAC Schnitzer never tires of receiving awards. Very recently, the carmaker got a third world record for Aachen after having gone to Nardo in southern Italy.

Historically, many records are set in the high-speed circuit. Each year in southern Italy, in collaboration with the AUTO BILD sportscars’ editors and under the aegis of Continental AG, the top vehicle tuners compete. This year, it was on Oct. 18-19, 2009. The record for the fastest road-legal diesel car was broken by the AC Schnitzer ACS3 3.5d Coupe with a speed of more than 8.7 km/h.288.7 km/h. Continued after the jump!

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Vorsteiner V-GT aerodynamic package for the 2010 Porsche 911 Carrera

Tuesday, December 8th, 2009

2010 Porsche Carrera Vorsteiner VGTIf you like tuning and Porsche cars then the Vorsteiner V-GT Edition aerodynamic package is for you! The tuning company continues the tuning for the latest facelifted MKII Carrera models starting in 2010 and promises to make it available for the Porsche: C2, C2S, C4, C4S, Targa 4, Targa 4S & Cabriolet models.

The new package consists of a front add-on spoiler constructed of pre-preg autoclave carbon fiber and featuring integrated dual brake duct openings with a black protective mesh grill as well as a carbon fiber rear add-on diffuser with 3 integrated diffuser fins. Optional items are the carbon fiber roof replacement and the 19 & 20 inch forged wheels. For those interested, the V-GT aero package will be available starting in January 2010. Photo gallery after the jump!

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Preview: Nissan GT-R by Tommy Kaira

Monday, December 7th, 2009

Nissan GT-R Tommy KairaBack in April, the Japanese tuner Tommy Kaira announced its tuning kit for the Nissan GT-R a.k.a. Godzilla but nobody heard anything since then until now… Tommy Kaira revealed the first renderings with its new kit for the GT-R and looking at the photos we must admit that it is one of the best looking kits for the GT-R.

The new kit includes a redesigned front bumper with larger air intakes, a new carbon fiber front lip spoiler, new side sills, a rear trunk spoiler and new carbon fiber air diffuser with integrated exhaust system. More details to be revealed! Photo gallery after the jump!

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LA Auto Show: 2011 Ford Fiesta by 3dCarbon/FSWerks

Sunday, December 6th, 2009

2011 Ford Fiesta 3dCarbon/FSWerksThe 3dCarbon/FSWerks 2011 Fiesta boasts of a combination of the FSWerks Stage 2 intercooled turbo kit and free-breathing 2.25-inch exhaust that provides capability to match the zoomy looks of the 3dCarbon body kit.

The car is given aggressive front air dam, aerodynamic side skirts and rear lower accent trim. If you don’t like this car, you can view the other three versions unveiled at this year’s LA Auto Show: 2011 Ford Fiesta by Ford Custom Accessories, 2011 Ford Fiesta by H&R Special Springs and the 2011 Ford Fiesta by Ford Racing and Steeda Autosports! Photo gallery after the jump!

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Audi R8 Super Sport Concept by Senner Tuning

Friday, December 4th, 2009

Senner Audi R8 Super Sport ConceptSenner Tuning Ingelheim is set to gain your attention as it creates a tuning package for the Audi R8 4.2 V8 FSI that it has named the Super Sport Concept. Senner Tuning, which is located near Mainz, Germany, said that its concept has been tested by mile-long test distances. However, appearance is also of importance.

The Super Sport Concept Program offers uprating, exhaust system modification, body adjustable sport suspension and in special 20″ wheel set. Senner Tuning also provides engine performance tuning. More details and photos right after the jump!

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