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AC Schnitzer releases program for the BMW 5-series Saloon (F10)

AC Schnitzer has announced its latest BMW conversion – the AC Schnitzer BMW 5-series Sedan (F10). Launched on the market in May 2010, the hot enhanced Bavarian ride now boasts even more stylish vision and dynamic stance. In the terms of performance, the Aachen-based tuning specialist offers a performance upgrade for the 530d model, pumping its figures to the strong 286 horsepower instead of the factory 245 horsepower. AC Schnitzer reports that

HARTGE with more power for the BMW X1

The famous tuning specialists at HARTGE have announced a new and extremely well-balanced performance upgrade for the 1.8- and 2.0-litre engine units of the small crossover BMW X1. Of course, the new HARTGE program is orientated in all aspects of the words confidence and styling, and includes more goodies in addition to the power conversions – a stainless-steel rear silencer with 80 mm round tail pipes, sports springs with 30 mm lowering as well as 'Classic 2' 20-inch 10-spoke alloys wrapped with

mec design c63 amg - pure performance athlete

MEC Design C63 AMG - pure performance athlete

The German-based aftermarket specialist MEC Design has released its new masterpiece – the fully re-styled and boosted MEC Design C63 AMG high-performance 4-door sedan. Benefiting from more detailed exterior and interior styling, the stunning AMG-Mercedes vehicle is now even sportier and unique. At the first glance, the CLK63 AMG Black Series’ inspired ride excels at all-new front spoiler lip, additional air intakes on sides of the front bumper, a rear spoiler as well as a carbon-made sport diffuser. Inside, the

hs motorsport audi s5 cabrio is full of positive open-air emotions

HS Motorsport Audi S5 Cabrio is full of positive open-air emotions

HS Motorsport, the Bavaria-based tuner has presented its latest conversion, a flawlessly enhanced Audi S5 Convertible. Fitted with more power and sound, the exclusive eye-catcher from Ingolstadt represents the perfect open-air-emotions mobile. Internally, the HS Motorsport S5 Cabrio boasts increased engine output - 375 horsepower and 525 Nm of peak torque, which results in an all-new top speed of 290 km/h. In addition to that, an exhaust silen

Maserati GranTurismo refined by Mansory

Maserati GranTurismo is one of the most exclusive cars on the market. It features unique design and mighty V8 with either 405PS or 440PS for the S version. The car has its own unique charm. Mansory offers tuning package for GranTurismo to make it even better. It includes styling and performance upgrades. The exterior boasts a redesigned front bumper fascia with lower lip spoiler, radiator grille surround trim, hood with front air scoop, side skirts, lip spoiler, rear bumper apron inserts f

BMW 335i Black Scorpion - 406PS and 530Nm

One of the latest projects of the tuning company MR Car Design is called the Black Scorpion based on BMW E92 335i. The tuning package includes both styling and performance upgrades. The power of the mighty twin-turbocharged 3.0 liter I6 is increased for 306PS to 406PS and the maximum torque is now 530Nm, instead of 400Nm. The tuning components are a performance exhaust system with new catalytic converters from 850 €, a new bigger intercooler - 899 € and ECU remap for 849 €. The exterior package features Sprit

2012 Chevrolet Aveo goes into production

A new Chevrolet Aveo will hit the market in 2011. It was previewed by the Aveo RS Concept, which features different front bumper, agressive lights, hidden rear door handles, and chrome trim. This is a hatchback version, but a sedan will be also revealed. The interior features motorcycle-inspired instrument cluster, blue lighting and audio system with USB / Bluetooth connectivity. The car is a bit longer and wider than the predecessor and the inside room is the best in class. The new Aveo will be powered by th

2011 Saab 9-5 Saloon with two new engines

The vehicle was presented before two months and now it is available with two new engines. The first one is 2.0 litre twin turbo diesel and the second is 1.6 litre turbo petrol. The 2.0 TTiD engine features twin turbocharging system (small and bigger turbo). It generates whopping 400Nm from just 1750RPM and has maximum power of 190hp. The power unit is extremely effective – it returns 47.1 mpg on combined cycle and emits just 159 g/km. The 1.6T delivers 112hp per litre displacement, which positions it among

2011 bentley continental gt - better than ever

2011 Bentley Continental GT - better than ever

2011 Bentley Continental GT is ready. The car looks like a facelift to the outgoing model, but the company assures that it is a completely new vehicle. However, if you look closer you will find out that the side windows are longer and the beltline is a little higher. 2011 Continental GT also features new taillights, Mulsanne-inspired headlights and a new front grille. Inside, the new Bentley also includes number of modifications compared to the previous model. There is a new MEDIA system and the quality of the

Lamborghini with premiere for the 2010 Paris Motor Show

The Italian supercars automaker - Lamborghini has relased a new, mysterious teaser image of exclusive ride, which is set for unveil at the forthcoming Paris Motor Show 2010. Suspected to be a detail studio image of the next-generation Lamborghini Murcielago, the car highlights all-carbonfibre body and sharp forms. R

manhart racing m x6r twin turbo boosted to 687 ps

Manhart Racing M X6R Twin Turbo boosted to 687 PS

BMW X6M is one of the fastest vehicles on the road. Powered by the staggering 4.4 liter twin-turbo V8, which deliver 555PS and 678Nm of torque (500 lb-ft).  The Sports Activity Coupe (SAC) reaches 275 km/h (170 mph) and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds, which suits to a sports car, not to a 2.4 ton vehicle. Manhart Racing offers performance package for X6M, which includes ECU remap and new calibrations for the new stainless steel exhaust system with four 90 mm tailpipes and two 200-cell HJS racing c

ECU upgrade for the Land Rover Freelander 2 TD4 by UNICHIP

Unichip Europe offers U-Connect plug and play ECU upgrade for the 2.2 litre Land Rover Freelander 2 TD4. After the upgrade, the 2.2 litre four cylinder, common-rail engine produces 180 bhp at 3164RPM and 488 Nm of torque at just 2346RPM. This means an increase of 20bhp and 70 Nm (54lb-ft). Unichip Uni-Q ECU map d