Tuners
Binz stretches the Mercedes-Benz E-Class!
Binz has worked it magic on the latest generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class and has come up with a limousine version of the popular mid-sized sedan contender. The E-Class gains two additional doors along with an extra row of seats.
This brings up its people-carrying capacity to eight. Potential customers can of course opt for a customized interior, especially for the rear cabin. The E-Class limo which had its length increased by 1.11 meters also has a strengthened chassis to cope with the longer wheelbase.
There is also an option to add armory. Three models are available including the 292hp 350 CGI BlueEfficiency, the 204hp E250 BlueEfficiency and the range-topping 388hp E500. More images can be found after the jump. Read the rest of this entry.
345hp upgrade for Ford Focus RS by Mountune
Ford has recently unveiled the high-performance Focus RS500 which makes 345hp, 45hp more than the ‘regular’ RS. However the RS500 is based on a 500-unit production run so what if you are not one of the lucky 500? Well there is a simple solution.
Get a 300hp Focus RS and head to Mountune and get its latest tuning kit for the Blue Oval hot hatch. The upgrade kit which is made up by a remapped ECU, improved fuel pump as well as bigger air filter, intercooler and exhaust pipe bumps the power up to 345hp, equalling to the output figure offered by the RS500.
Furthermore Mountune claims that the upgrade kit called the Mountune Focus RS MP350 allows the RS to hit the century mark in 5.4 seconds compared to the 5.6 figure offered by the RS500. This Ford-approved kit will cost you £1,995 plus £200 for labor and it will be available starting in May. Check out more images after the jump. Read the rest of this entry.
Atomik Cars to unveil all-electric Abarth 500 next month
What you see above is a widened Abarth 500 with an all-electric powertrain underneath it. This emissions-free 500 is developed by French tuner Atomik Cars and it is expected to be revealed on April 15th at the Top Marques Monaco event.
The powertrain enables the vehicle to reach 100 km/h from a standstill in just 5.6 seconds, 400-meter point in 14 seconds and the one kilometer mark in 26 seconds. Aesthetics wise, the electric Abarth which will be based on a limited production run of 50 units only features a body kit along with new wheels.
Unfortunately we don’t have more information to share with you at the moment, other than some high-res images.
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Fully kitted out Nissan GT-R to make debut at 2010 Tokyo Auto Salon
The tuners are not about to leave the Nissan GT-R R35 alone just yet. What you see above is a sketch of an upcoming final product that will be shown at the 2010 Tokyo Auto Salon happening next month. Japan-based Original Runduce is behind the mod and it is made up by an aggressively-styled body kit as well as new alloy wheels.
The tuner also revealed that the GT-R that looks as though it came out of a shoot location for the Dark Night’s sequel will feature a higher horsepower figure, over 600hp it said. It looks sinister!
Mcchip extracts 401hp from the Ford Focus RS
The standard Focus RS from Ford already produces 305hp and 440Nm of torque which is enough to make your passengers scream when you push it really hard. What options you have to make your passengers scream like there is no tomorrow? Well just visit Mcchip! The German tuner offers a package that gives you a total 345hp and a massive 540Nm of torque from its Volvo-sourced 2.5 liter turbocharged inline 5 engine thanks to a re-mapped ECU. With this, top speed is rated at 271 km/h.
If that is not enough for you, then you have the option of selecting the second stage which makes the 5-cylinder engine pump out an M3 rivaling (well almost) 401hp and an Earth-shattering 612Nm of torque. With this, top speed jumps to 278 km/h. Although the top 7 km/h difference is almost negligible but you will definitely feel the difference when it comes to acceleration, but the unfortunately Mcchip did not reveal 0-100 km/h figures.
Apart from the ECU re-map, this package also includes an enhanced intercooler, special spark plugs, more engine electronics modifications, a sports exhaust system and a new inlet manifold. It would cost you €799 to make your RS produce 345hp and a bank-breaking €4,499 for the second stage upgrade. Look for more images of the re-tuned Focus RS after the jump. Read the rest of this entry.
ABT works on the Audi A5 Sportback: available in Singapore
Tuning company ABT has worked its magic on the Audi A5 Sportback with aesthetic as well as performance upgrades. The A5 Sportback with the ABT treatment gets a new front skirt, front grille, rear wing insets as well as a rear skirt set that are all part of the aerodynamics package. There is also a 4-pipe rear muffler, a reworked suspension and two brake options to choose from including a 380mm disc package and a 345mm package. You can also choose between two wheel design options, either in 18-inch or 20-inch forms.
Under the hood, ABT has worked on two engines. The 2.0 TFSI which makes 180hp in standard form can produce 275hp and 320Nm of torque with the ABT upgrade. The 3.0 TDI now produces 282hp and 560Nm of torque instead of 240hp. Buyers can also opt for another upgrade version for the 3.0 TDI. This version outputs 310hp and a massive 610Nm of torque. The ABT package is available in Singapore via Autovox Pte. Ltd. Continue reading to view another image. Read the rest of this entry.
Edo Competition Lambo Gallardo LP600/4
No matter how powerful or fast a car already is, there are always tuners on the prowl to up horsepower and challenge physics. Today’s lab rat is the Lamborghini Gallardo 560-4. German tuner Edo Competition has tinkered with it and out comes the LP600/4.
The 600 in the name signifies the Gallardo’s new power output, up 40 from the stock car’s 560bhp. Torque is up as well, from 540Nm to 572Nm, and as a result of this top speed is now 340km/h (increased by 15km/h). The four-wheel drive Gallardo takes 0.2sec less to reach 100km/h from rest, now at 3.5 seconds.
The LP600/4 gets a sport suspension system that is adjustable in compression and rebound damping. Its low friction shock absorbers and new spring rates were tested on race tracks, high speed ovals and on the road – Edo says that “the result has to be experienced to be believed.” A new stainless steel high-performance exhaust system with butterfly valves allows sound levels to be adjustable via remote, besides freeing up 15bhp. As a bonus, Edo’s exhaust weighs 12 kg less than Lamborghini’s.
Visually, Edo’s creation gets 19-inch three-piece racing wheels with artificially-aged cast center-sections, hand-polished outer rims and 39 stainless steel screws. Cabin personalisation is through customer request.
Torque Developments International (TDI) reveals styling accessories for the Mugen Civic Type R FN2
Torque Developments International (TDI), has announced a full range of Honda Civic Type R FN2 styling upgrades. Up front, there is an aero bumper that costs £1150.60. It incorporates large brake duct intakes, an aerodynamically shaped profile and a smooth undertray to decrease wind resistance while improving high speed stability. There is also an air intake garnish which installed into the front of the Mugen aero bumper to provide additional air channelling and improves visual appeal. That will set you back £234.38.
There are also front aero fenders that cost £852.29 (a pair). They help reduce underbonnet and front brake temperatures. £1257.14 will get you the aero bonnet, equipped with large, functioning air outlets with a detachable air outlet inner cover. When open, the apertures allow more cool air through the engine bay, helping to lower underbonnet temperatures. There is also a front sports grille that retails for £372.88.
At the back, there is a rear bumper that houses the Type R’s twin exhaust outlets. It costs £1044.07. Lastly, TDI also offers a rear wing that is adjustable in two places to suit driving condition. You will have to part with £1150.60 for that. Continue reading to view another image of the Mugen Civic Type R FN2. Read the rest of this entry.
