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Carbonyte UK will be collaborating with Limo Broker out in the UK to create the world’s first, super-stretched Audi R8 V10. Limo Broker is already known for their development of the stretched Ferrari 360 Modena limousine. The project has already received so much attention that it has reportedly been fast-tracked for completion in the next few months.
The fastest car that Audi has ever built will retain the 5.2l V10 engine that would normally propel it to more than 190mph but will lose its great handling and maybe even its dignity too. Despite the enthusiasm for such a vehicle, it is likely that it will generate some controversy by car fans everywhere. The modified supercar will seat eight passengers in bucket seats and getting in and out will be facilitated by the addition of four gullwing doors on both sides.
Limo Broker has announced that work on the eight seater Audi R8 conversion has already started and they estimate that it’ll be completed by the summer of 2012.
Sportec has introduced a new tuning package for the Audi RS3 Sportback.
The Audi RS has a stainless steel sports exhaust system, an adjustable coilover suspension, that reduces the ride height by 20-40mm, and 20-inch alloy wheels that cover high-performance Movit brakes.
A revised ECU results in the 2.5-litre five-cylinder engine producing 408 PS (300 kW / 402 hp) and 550 Nm (406 lb-ft) of torque – an increase of 68 PS (50 kW / 67 hp) and 100 Nm (74 lb-ft). Non-Swiss versions can be tuned to deliver 500 PS (368 kW / 493 hp).
Source: World Car Fans
Since its launch in the 2010 BMW 535i the N55 engine has been packed between the front fenders of some 10 different BMW models, ranging from the 135i coupe through the X5 SUV. The N55 has also proven to be very difficult to tune, leaving owners with few options for added horsepower.
But now BMW performance specialist Dinan has stepped up with a Stage 2 performance software update that is available for the 2011-12 335i, 2011-12 135i, 2012 X5 xDrive 35i and 2011-12 X6 xDrive 35i models. For a price of $1, 999, the software offers 355 horsepower and 401 pound-feet of torque and a gain of 55 horsepower and 101 pound-feet of torque on a 2011 335i. The software is uploaded to the car via the diagnostic port and so no “black box” add-on is required.
Dinan claims that the software enhances driveability throughout the engine’s range, yet produces quicker acceleration due to the significant gain in torque.
Dinan is also offering a warranty of up to 4 years and 50,000 miles, ensuring that consequential damages aren’t a concern for either the owner or the servicing dealer.
Source: Motor Authority
Now you can configure your very own Spider 458 with Ferrari’s latest web-based supercar configurator that is live on the Italian auto manufacturer’s website.
You can choose from a number of different specifications starting with the exterior and working your way into the interior of the vehicle. Exterior options include paint colour (with a range of metallic, non-metallic and 1950′s colours) rims, break calipers, tyres and carbon fibre options. The interior becomes more exciting with interior colouring and materials, seats and style, carpets, interior trim and other interior options including infotainment system, rev counter and carbon fibre trim to choose from.
Once you are satisfied with your Spider, a summary of your dream supercar is presented. You can also choose between an open or closed top and can take a snapshot of the final product. Users also have the ability to compare a configuration to any another that is created.
Lexus handed its already fast IS F over to the go-fast team at Toyota Racing Development and produced the IS F Circuit Club Sport where the sport sedan received a variety of mechanical and aero adjustments and improvements. Lexus first unveiled the concept at the 2010 Tokyo Auto Salon, with some further details following on this year.
The exterior of the vehicle has been fitted with a new carbon fibre front spoiler, rear diffuser and hood, also made from the light-weight material. Along with its large rear wing, the luxury bruiser also comes equipped with lightweight forged aluminum wheels while a choice of magnesium rollers are also available. To improve handling, Toyota offers various solutions for the suspension including stabilizers and different shocks, better brake pads and a titanium muffler.
German manufacturer Audi, who has won the 24 hrs 10 times in the last 12 years, showcases the very best of how motor sport technology programs that they develop directly effect the cars that are produced for the street. The tie between the track and the street is unmistakable for Audi and this evolution is also echoed by two companies with the same motorsport centric vision, BBS and Michelin, the technologies of which are developed for customer use.
Baumgartner, Brand, Schiltachi, more affectionately known the world over as BBS, was born from the last names of the two founders and the city in Germany where the company was founded in 1970. BBS pioneered the develoment of the three-piece racing wheel and today, with the knowledge, experience, technology and product line, are the dominant choice for track and street use. A relatively new wheel from BBS is the CH-R that incorporates many of the technologies and design features established in the BBS Motorsport program, with specific attention paid to strength and weight savings. The milling, spoke design, rim flange and production methods are all ideals learned for the track and leveraged for the street. The result is a thinner rim wall thickness and a lighter wheel.
Audi has officially unveiled its R8 LMS Ultra on Thursday, set to replace the current R8 LMS GT3 sports car. The updated version features a new hood, a larger rear wing and improved underbody aerodynamics. There are also carbon fiber reinforced plastic doors, enlarged side blades and wider Michelin tires.
The new model was improved with the help of Audi’s customers who provided valuable suggestions and input. Werner Frowein, Quattro managing director said in a statement that We have close ties to our customers and analyzed their suggestions and wishes worldwide and subjected the R8 LMS to further development in many details.”
Other new features include: a new PS1 safety seat developed by Audi, now part of the standard equipment, that provides protection and surpasses the mandatory minimum requirements under extreme loads; an updated transmission to better handle long-distance runs; a new exhaust system that enables the 5.2-litre V10 engine to produce 570 PS and larger side air vents.
While all 2012 vehicles will be upgraded based on the specs above, all previous models will be offered conversion kits.
First deliveries will begin in March 2012 with pricing starting at at €329,900 (about R3, 658 591)
source: autoweek
Mercedes has revealed its new 2012 ML 63 AMG in order to compete effectively with BMW’s M division SUVs and Porsche’s Cayenne Turbo.
The new 4X4 is installed with AMG’s new 5.5-litre V8 Biturbo engine that cranks out 518bhp and 516lb ft. Although limited to 155mph, the ML63 will surpass 62mph in just 4.8 seconds. It is also offered with a performance package and if selected, turbo pressure is increased from 1.0 to 1.3 bar to unleash 415kW and 760Nm, making it possibly the most powerful production SUV in the world.
With speed also comes conscientious driving as Mercedes has fitted the vehicle with a number of fuel saving technologies. There’s stop-start, the latest piezo-managed direct injection and a seven-speed auto transmission for a CO2 rating that decreases fuel consumption by 27% from its predecessor. Average economy is also trimmed with a decrease in weight of 40kg. Four-wheel drive, Airmatic air suspension with three selectable modes, adaptive dampers and a choice of 20 inch or 21 inch alloys comes standard.
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