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Lexus unveiled the IS-F CCS concept at Tokyo Auto Salon 2010

At the Tokyo Auto Salon 2010, Lexus has presented publicly its track-tuned Lexus IS F CCS (Circuit Club Sports) Concept. Boasting a bright orange body tone finish contrasted by lightweight carbon fiber elements, the newcomer draws on technology developed from the LFA supercar. Among the highlights of its carbon fiber elements, the Circuit Club Sports sedan packs: bonnet, roof, boot, rear wing, lip spoilers, door trims, centre console and gear kno

B&B packs the sporty Golf R with 362 HP

B&B, the well-known VW and Audi tuning specialist has released its latest refining program, transforming the current Volkswagen Golf R into a hot sports vehicle. The offered program excels only at performance enhancements, but the all-rounded Golf R looks fresh even without aftermarket styling improvements. The B&B automotive has developed its program in 3 different stages: 310hp, 324hp and 362hp. Boasting the highest stage – 362hp, the B&B VW Golf R is capable to accelerate from

Prior Design unveils Porsche 911 PD3

Prior-Design has revealed an aerodynamic package which enhances the already astonishing sport appeal of the renowned Porsche 911 GT3. Following the project’s motto „complete perfection”, the exclusive super sportscar boasts extremely improved aerodynamic values. Dubbed Prior-Design Porsche 911 PD3, the re-styled Porsche has revised front section which contributes for bigger supply of cool air as well as better levels of downforce. One of the most significant benefits from the revised front-en

TECHART announced its tuning programme for Porsche Panamera

The well-known Porsche cars tuning company TECHART has completed its individualization programme for the recently launched Porsche Panamera. Available for the Panamera S and the all-wheel-driven Panamera 4S, the TECHART programme emphasizes uniquely the sporty lines of the Porsche’s striking sedan. Outside, the retr

BRABUS GL 63 Biturbo - another high-end SUV

BRABUS fits the high-speed eight-cylinder four-valve engine from the ML63 AMG with a twin turbo system and implants it into the largest Mercedes SUV. By doing so the luxury manufacturer from Bottrop elevates the GL 63 to a new performance dimension. The twin turbo system is yet another high-tech development so typical for BRABUS. The BRABUS engineers have developed special cast exhaust manifolds with integrated turbine housings and bypass valves for the V8 engine. For faster response the turbochargers were sized

Lorinser retrofits the Mercedes E-Class Coupe

Renowned for its exclusiveness, the Mercedes-Benz automobiles tuner Sportservice Lorinser is ready to prove this once again with its latest project, the Lorinser E-Class Coupe (C207). Boasting even more dynamism and uniqueness, Lorinser’s new programme re-styles the stunning two-door car entirely. The front end of the newcomer is fitted with new radiator grill and stylishly re-engineered bumper with integrated LED daytime running lights combining enormous values of both elegance and athleticism. The new roof- an

2011 shelby gt350 - the legend reborned

2011 Shelby GT350 - the legend reborned

At the Barrett-Jackson Auction Opening Night Gala occasion, Shelby American has unleashed the 2011 Shelby GT350, a supercharged modern re-interpretation of the legendary 1960’s Shelby GT350. The long anticipated Mustang-based pony car is finally here and ready to fulfill the dreams of the furious race heads. Designed to be extra-light, brisk and powerful at the same time, the new Shelbi GT350 is based on the recently announced 5.0-liter V-8 2011 Ford Mustang GT. For creating this ultimate bal

Gearhead Performance presents 2010 Pontiac Trans Am

Gearhead Performance Group has unleashed the striking 2010 Pontiac Trans Am, a Chevrolet Camaro-based Pontiac replica that packs the well-known Firebird spirit and an astonishing 900hp 6.2 liter twin turbo LS9 power unit. Boasting this amazingly masculine vision, the highly refined Camaro comes standard with a 6 spe

Arctic Trucks Toyota Hilux special - wanna ride?

Everybody knows the Top Gear’s smashing episode Polar Special, when an extremely equipped Toyota Hilux together with Jeremy Clarkson behind the wheel have conquered the Magnetic North Pole. Now, the same specialist company which engineered the Hilux back then, is offering trips of between two and five days and longer expeditions through the wild landscape of Iceland in a similarly awesome Hilux. The Reykjavik-based Arctic Trucks’ fleet of vehicles includes two Toyota Hilux Invincible Double Cabs fitted with spec

G-POWER X5 TYPHOON Black Pearl

The German-based, BMW tuning specialist G-POWER has unleashed the G-POWER X5 TYPHOON “Black Pearl“, a ultimately refined special edition luxury SUV based on the BMW X5 (E70). Fitted with a 625 hp / 460 kW G-POWER SK III RS Eight Cylinder Compressor Engine, the “Black Pearl” accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in only 4.5 seconds, before reaching a V-max of more than 300 km/h. The top-end refined newcomer benefits from significant changes in the body aerodynamics. The engineers at G-POWER have r

Hofele reveals VW Touareg Dakar 2010 body-kit

The German-based aftermarket tuner Hofele-Design has uwrapped a special edition body kit named Dakar 20.10. Developed exclusively for the rugged off-roader Volkswagen Touareg, the new Dakar 20.10 styling kit is inspired by the famous Rally Dakar and the Race-Touareg that participates in it. Installed on the VW’s midsize SUV, the Hofele Dakar 20.10 adds a completely re-designed front grill "Range-Look" and a under-ride protection unit made of stainless steel. The bold body kit is further complemented by stainless

abt q7 3.0 tdi clean diesel

ABT Q7 3.0 TDI Clean Diesel

ABT Sportsline has announced its latest tuning programme, which retrofits the recently premiered Audi Q7 3.0 TDI Facelift. The face-lifted Q7 SUV boasts an efficient, eco-friendly 3.0 TDI engine that becomes even more sporty and dynamic in the ABT-tweaked version. Thanks to ABT POWER, the output data (240 horsepower; 550 Nm torque) of the stock Clean Diesel power unit is increased to 278 horsepower and 580 Nm of torque, without compromising any of its economical and ecological qualities. Now the