As a certified specialist for BMW models, HAMANN-Motorsport, the prestigious German Tuning House has developed many packages. Earlier this year, HAMANN has released a new TYCOON styling package from the BMW X6. Now, HAMANN’s latest Aerodynamic Kit for the BMW X6 called the TYCOON EVO is coming to the Frankfurt Motor Show. The Hamann Tycoon Evo BMW X6 features outstanding performance upgrades for the entire engine range. The BMW X6 xDrive35i which normally has a healthy 225kW (306hp) and 400Nm has been increased to 265kW (360hp) and 540Nm respectively. As such, the speed limit increases to 275km/h (171mph).
The diesel powered xDrive30d which usually has 173kW (235hp) and 520Nm, now has 195kW (265hp) and a flying 600Nm of torque. The second diesel motor from the xDrive35d has had its power and torque increased to 235kW (320hp) and torque to 660Nm from an early 2,000rpm. At top of the range, the xDrive50i-based V8 can reach 368kW (500hp) at 5,600rpm and 700Nm of torque. It will almost hit a top speed of 300km/h (186mph).
Visually, the Tycoon Evo offers new front wings, side skirts that widen the body by 60mm, a new front fascia, LED lights. At the rear, Hamann fitted the new sporty exhaust system with its centre double tailpipes and promises that its sound is particularly throaty for exceptional aural pleasantries. The new BMW X6 now rides on special ultra-forged and polished 23-inch wheels with 315/25 R 23 size rubber.
Some carmakers use the color blue to denote their ecologically advanced vehicles and drivetrains, such as Mercedes-Benz BlueZERO electric vehicle concepts, which include the E-Cell, F-Cell and E-Cell Plus. One of concepts, Mercedes-Benz B-Class f-cell, the world's first series production hydrogen fuel cell vehicle, is set to production at the end of 2009. Initially, there will be only 200 models available in the United States and Europe. The B-Class F-CELL is going to be a milestone for Mercedes-Benz. "The B-Class F-CELL is taking on a pioneering role as the world's first fuel cell powered automobile to be produced under series production conditions." According to Mercedes.
Based on Mercedes-Benz's B-Class platform, the front-wheel drive B-Class f-cell combines a high-performance hydrogen fuel cell system with an electric motor, producing an output of 100kW (136hp) and peak torque is 290Nm. The reason for its power is the gaseous hydrogen which reacts with atmospheric oxygen at 700 bar to generate a current for the electric motor. The performance figure is comparable to a 2.0-liter gas-powered vehicle. Its top speed reaches 170km/h (105.6 mph), just 26km/h (16.2 mph) less than the naturally aspirated B200.
The fuel cell system uses a1.4 khw lithium-ion battery to capture and store any energy wasted during acceleration and braking. The battery serves the additional purpose of providing a back up power source for the electric motor. With a recharge time of only three minutes, the car will be able to run for 250 miles.
As for fuel cell vehicles, it’s difficult to start in cold weather. However, Mercedes has solved the problem successfully. The B-Class F-CELL is capable of starting even at minus 25 degrees Celsius (-13 F).
This environmentally friendly vehicle manages to run with zero emissions. It also boasts a fuel consumption figure equivalent to 3.3 litres of diesel per 100km in the Euro cycle (71.2 mpg US), or a range of 400km (248.5 mi). The fuel efficiency is 86.6 mpg on the European combined cycle.
Inside, the Mercedes-Benz basic accessories such as leather upholstery, automatic climate control and the COMAND system are equipped.
Irmscher, the tuner specializing in Opel products, will release the 2010 Opel Astra styling kit at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show. Sales will start in Germany from 17th of September. Irmscher is known for having its components much more closely integrated with the final product. For the 2010 Opel Astra, Irmscher has offered a strikingly sporty design coupled with pure driving dynamics. All Irmscher accessories stand out for their excellent visual and tactile finishing quality and further enhance the already high-quality impression of the new Astra.
The exterior features a new front spoiler lip, a radiator grille panel with design rail in stainless steel or carbon look, seamlessly merged side skirts and an agile-looking rear roof spoiler.
Inside, there are custom leather for the seats, the door panels and the central armrests. Irmscher also provides additional interior refinement in the form of aluminium door-locking pins, sill panelling in stainless steel and aluminium pedals.
Handling is improved by using an air diffuser and simultaneously lowering the suspension by 30mm. The exhaust silencer with its elliptical twin tailpipe enhances both looks and engine roaring. Adding new "Turbo Star" 18-inch wheels with 225/45x18 tyres (bigger 20s will be available not long after the car's launch), the Irmscher Opel Astra provides greater track stability and even more driving safety.
JE Design has released a complete tuning kit for the Seat Leon Cupra which won the FIA World Touring Car Championship outright in 2008 with a TDI power plant. The package includes styling and impressive performance accessories. The TSFI engine has been equipped with a revised ECU module (€1,499) that enables the engine to produce 285 hp (210 kW) and 385 Nm of torque (up from 240 hp and 300 Nm). This allows the Cupra to sprint from 0-100 km/h in 5.9 seconds, before hitting a top speed of 261 km/h (162 mph).
Other performance options include a stainless steel sport exhaust system (€899), a coilover suspension that reduces ride height by 40mm, and 19-inch gloss black multispoke wheels outfitted with high-performance tires (€2,930).
In terms of styling, JE Design offers a new front spoiler (€319), headlight masks (€89), LED-daytime running lights (€299), and aggressive side skirts (€299). Out back, customers can order a bold rear skirt (€299), a rear diffuser insert (€99), and a massive rear wing (€459).
The interior of the Seat Leon Cupra features Elegance leather upholstery that will cost 1,599 euro, embroidered headrests (€79), heated seats (€379), and a seat massager (€429) to melt the stress away. Other interior modifications include the JE Design logo on the backrests,
First revealed as a concept car at the 2004 Louis Vuitton Car Elegance Classic in England, the Renault Fluence Concept is finally going to become reality. That’s a long time, right? Renault has announced that it will add the Renault Fluence to its range in autumn 2009. Sellings will start in Turkey, Russia and Romania from this November. Positioned to replace the current Megane sedan, the Renault Fluence gets many features making it standing out as the most attractive car of its class, both in terms of sporting exterior styling and performance. The Renault Fluence will be available with a wide range of thrifty engines. Initially, there are two petrols and five diesel variants. The top of the line in the petrol segment will be a 2.0-litre variant capable of producing 140hp, coupled with a manual or a CVT transmission. The other one is a 1.6-litre 16V engine with 81kW (110hp). It is mated to either a manual or an automatic transmission.
As for the diesel variants, the top version will be a 110hp model with a dual clutch transmission. The lowest of them has 63kW (85hp) under its belt, followed by a 66kW (90hp) with a diesel particle filter, then a 77kW (105hp) and a 81kW (110hp) with a DPF. All of them are based on the 1.5dCi engine and rated at 119g/km in terms of C02 emissions.
The Fluence has more passenger space than its nearest rivals, a 4.62 metres long, 1.81m wide and 1.48m high. It has a wheelbase of 2.7m. The rear seat has a 60/40 split capability while the interior provides some 23 litres of stowage space.
Safety is taken seriously. The Fluence features a comfortable cabin and a barrage of useful technological aids. ABS, six airbags, electronic stability control and emergency brake assist among others are included.
The German tuner Abt Sportline has revealed its latest package for the Audi R8 V-10. Adding extra 75hp, the ABT Audi R8 5.2 FSI V10 delivers an even 600 horsepower. “The 600 HP is not just intended to exist on paper, but also be available on the road”, says Christian Abt, race car driver and one of the Abts behind the Abt Sportsline name.
With that power, the Abt Audi R8 V-10 can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds, top speed of 322 km/h. Other performance accessories included in the Abt package are a custom rear wing and ABT 4-pipe exhaust system.
As for the styling, Abt offers a new front grill, front and rear skirts, a rear spoiler and a sidebar. The ABT Audi R8 V10 sits on BR-type five-spoke 20-inch alloy wheels.
Earlier this year, Audi has launched the Q7 TDI, the first diesel from Audi this year. Now, here comes the second one, the highly expected 2010 A3 TDI, which will arrive in dealerships in the U.S.late this November carrying a price tag of $29,950 before an $825 delivery fee. Under the hood, the engine is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, mated to a S tronic transmission and a front-wheel-drive system. The output of the 2010 A3 TDI is rated at 140 horsepower and 236 pount-feet of torque.
With 30 mpg in the city and 42 mpg on the highway, the vehicle will be just as efficient and just as nice to drive as the Lexus HS 250h hybrid, but several thousand dollars less expensive. “The Lexus HS 250h offers similar combined fuel economy with hybrid technology, but not superlative highway mileage range,” says Audi.
Standard features include leather and Audi’s S-line exterior sport appearance package. Options include navigation, Bluetooth, a BOSE premium sound system, a Titanium package with dark gray wheels and black grille, leather/Alcantara seats, wood trim, rain/light sensors, auto-dimming exterior and interior rear-view mirrors and LED daytime running lights.
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