- Index Auto
2010 BRABUS GLK V12 based on Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class
With a top speed of 322.3 km/h (200.3 mph) the BRABUS GLK V12 has set a new speed record for street-legal SUVs on the Italian high-speed test track on October 19th, 2009. The exclusive special model, powered by a twelve-cylinder twin turbo engine with 750
Headlines by AutoMaker- 9ff
- Acura
- Anteros
- Ascari
- Austin
- Bentley
- Brilliance
- Callaway
- Cav
- Citroen
- Connaught
- Courreges
- Daimler
- Dodge
- Elfin
- Farbio
- Ford
- Geigercars.de
- Gmc
- Hartge
- Honda
- Hyundai
- Infiniti
- Jdm
- Kicherer
- Lancia
- Lincoln
- Los Angeles Auto Show
- Marcos
- Mcchip-dkr
- Miles Ev
- Morgan
- New York Auto Show
- O Ct Tuning
- Paulin
- Pontiac
- Radical
- Rinspeed
- Ruf
- Scion
- Skoda
- Sportec
- Supercars
- Tata Motors
- Tokyo Motor Show
- Tvr
- Volvo
- Yes
- Abarth
- Aez
- Arden
- Asia Motors
- Auto Union
- Bertone
- Bugatti
- Caparo
- Chevrolet
- Climax
- Convertibles
- Crossovers/cuvs
- Datsun
- Donkervoort
- Essen Motor Show
- Ferrari
- Formula 1
- Gemballa
- Green
- Hatchbacks
- Huet Brothers
- I2b Concept
- Inovo
- Je Design
- Koenigsegg
- Land Rover
- Locus
- Lotec
- Maserati
- Mclaren
- Mini
- Motorsport
- Nissan
- Oldsmobile
- Peugeot
- Porsche
- Rdx Racedesign
- Roadster
- Russo-baltique
- Seat
- Smart
- Spyker
- Supersport
- Techart
- Toyota
- Ultima
- Vorsteiner
- Zap
- Abt
- Alfa-romeo
- Art
- Asian
- Autobianchi
- Bmw
- Buick
- Carlsson
- Chicago Auto Show
- Cobra
- Corvette
- Dacia
- Deco
- Edag
- European
- Fiat
- Frankfurt Motor Show
- Geneva Motor Show
- Gumpert
- Hennessey
- Hulme
- Iconic Motors
- Italdesign
- Jeep
- Ktm
- Lexus
- Loder1899
- Lotus
- Maybach
- Mercedes
- Minivans-mpvs
- Mtm
- Noble
- Opel
- Pgo
- Pricing
- Recall
- Rolls Royce
- Saab
- Sedan
- Specialty Marques
- Ssangyong
- Suv
- Technology
- Trabant
- Vauxhall
- Wagon
- Wheelsandmore
- Ac
- Alpina
- Artega
- Aston Martin
- Beck
- Brabus
- Cabriolet
- Carver
- China
- Commercial Trucks
- Corvini
- Daewoo
- Detomaso
- Edo Competition
- Facelifts
- Fisker
- Freestream
- German
- H&r
- Hofele Design
- Hummer
- Imperia
- Jaguar
- Jmc
- Lada
- Lightning
- Loremo
- Lumma Design
- Mazda
- Mercury
- Mitsubishi
- Naias
- None
- Pagani
- Pininfarina
- Prodrive
- Renault
- Roush Technologies
- Saleen
- Sema
- Speedart
- Startech
- Suzuki
- Tesla
- Trucks-pickups
- Venturi
- Wiesmann
- Volkswagen
- Ac Schnitzer
- American
- Asc
- Audi
- Beijing Auto Show
- Breckland
- Cadillac
- Caterham
- Chrysler
- Concepts
- Coupes
- Daihatsu
- Detroit Auto Show
- Electric Vehicle
- Factory 5 Racing
- Foose
- G-power
- Gm
- Hamann
- Holden
- Hybrid
- Inden Design
- Japanese
- Kia
- Lamborghini
- Limited Edition
- Lorinser
- Mansory
- Mazel
- Mg
- Mitsuoka
- Nelsonracing
- Novitec
- Panoz
- Plymouth
- Project Kahn
- Renntech
- Rover
- Saturn
- Shelby
- Sportec
- Subaru
- Switzer Performance
- Tokyo Auto Salon
- Tuning
The new G-POWER equipment package for the BMW X5 M and BMW X6 M is available. It offers an entire refining kit for the two models. The styled aerodynamics pack is made of full carbon which renders 15 % more cooling power to the 4.4-liter V bi-turbo engine. This way it increases the power produced by 600 horsepower and 700 Nm of torque. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and to 200 km/h in 16.2 seconds. It can reach a top speed of 300 km/h. The first thing catching your eye with M-models modified by G-POWER is the front skirt made of full carbon which entirely replaces the original component part. The aerodynamic pack TYPHOON S can be obtained starting from EUR 6.990. The G-POWER full stainless steel and muffler costs EUR 3.021 and the G-POWER performance enhancement up to 600 horsepower can be obtained ...
The Audi A5 and S5 received a new body kit that includes a new front bumper just like the one the R8 has. It is available with or without washer system and with or without parking sensors. The bumper cannot be used on cars with distance radar. The original front grill of the A5 can be inserted into the front bumper, but the serial fog lights cannot be inserted into the front bumper. The rear apron replaces the serial rear apron of the Audi A5 and it is available in two versions: with openings on the left and right side for combination with the oval Hofele tailpipes or just with one opening on the left side for combination with the serial tailpipe. The side skirts with air intake are glued onto the sides of the Audi A5 and they are not available for cars with S-Line exterior package. The air ...
600 stands for its power output, 340 for its top speed and 3.5 seconds is how long it takes to accelerate to 100 km/h (62 mph) from a dead stop. edo competition has managed to improve performance by increasing power output to 600 horsepower at 7,970 rpm
The range of performance parts of the RDSport is as exclusive as it gets, and will allow you to custom build your M3 to match your driving style. The RS46 is the motor BMW should have installed in the M3 in the first place as it offers massive torque, blistering acceleration and performance that puts many sports cars to shame. Under the hood it hides a 4.6-liter engine capable of developing 524 BHP and 115 lb. ft. of torque. The rear bumper offered by the tuner is available in Stradale or Corsa versions. Each is a complete replacement made of carbon and contains larger ducting for brake and engine cooling. Also available are trunk and roof spoilers to smooth the airflow leaving the vehicle and air in stability. Different interior options are available from a simple shift knob or pedal set to a complete Alcantara interior conversion.
Third World Record in Succession: AC Schnitzer builds fastest diesel car. It`s a hat-trick: for the third time, AC Schnitzer has gone to Nardò in southern Italy and brought home a third world record for Aachen. The legendary high-speed circuit has already
RUF introduced the first electric sports car, eRUF, from Germany in October 2008. At the Geneva Motor Show, in March 2008, RUF presented an evolution of the first eRUF and now the family continues to grow with the unveiling of the Stormster, the very first electrically driven SUV based on the Porsche Cayenne. Under the hood it hides an electric motor capable of developing 270 kW. This amount of power enables the car to accelerate from o to 100 km/h in 10 seconds and to reach a top speed of 150 km/h. It is able of reaching a range of 200 km at one charge. The model will have its first public debut at the European Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen, Denmark in December.
The V-GT edition heritage continues onto the latest facelifted MKII Carrera models starting in 2010. An all-new aerodynamic package is both simple and elegant enhancing the design of the factory body lines without compromising quality and performance.
The new Cadillac CTS-V was improved by Geiger Cars and it is now capable of developing 564 horsepower and 747 Nm of torque. The carmaker is now marketing the CTS-V in Europe for EUR74.400, which leaves its German competitors trailing on the price-performance front. Thanks to an increase in air charge pressure, the tuning engineers have now conjured an impressive 619 horsepower and 850 Nm of torque, which enables the car to reach a top speed of 330 km/h. After these last modifications, the price for the new CTS-V reaches EUR84.900. The carmaker and the tuner did a very good job with this car.
Sporty styling, a custom-tailored tire/wheel combination with diameters of 21 and 22 inches, suspension modifications, more power and exclusive interior options: NOVITEC ROSSO now also refines the new Ferrari California.
The Mazda 2Evil Special Concept has a body that has been modified to show more aggressive front spoiler and a deeper side rocker for improved aerodynamics and lower overall stance. The model is finished in Ceramic Grey metallic with subtle motorsports inspired graphics. The Active2 Surf exterior showcases a more aggressive front bumper and rocker. The model has been set up with a Thule roof rack system and a matching carbon fiber surfboard. The exterior of the Active2 Snow showcases more aggressive front bumper and rocker. The graphics are finished in graphite and Spirited Green, with matching wheels and mirrors.
ATT tuning specialists have offered a tuning program to the BMW M3 called the Thunderstorm M3. The inbuilt compressor, together with the engine software optimization, greatly increases engine performance. It is provided for by unique exhaust system with optimized dynamic pressure for EUR1.355 with 4x90 exhaust pipes increasing engine power up to 500 horsepower. The total price for the engine retrofitting is EUR11.749. For the interior, the tuner offers the possibility to every customer to order a package for the passenger cabin.
Senner Tuning Ingelheim, located near Mainz, Germany, offers for Audi vehicles what they really deserve - finest tuning and unique individualization for Audi R8 4.2 V8 FSI. Super Sport Concept is particularly remarkable for its technique, that has been tho
Wimmer presents its Program for making modern Ferrari F430 Scuderia appearance unique. The individualized sports car from Italy unites sport characteristics and dynamics, thus one more time expressing the basic principle of all Wimmer products: safety is
The Mercedes GL-Class received a facelift from Brabus. The new 6.1-liter engine enables the car to develop 462 horsepower and 615 Nm of torque. equipped with this engine, the model can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.0 seconds and to reach a top speed of 255 km/h. The front apron and its large air dams give the 4x4 an even more striking face and reduce aerodynamic lift on the front axle at high speed. To improve active safety, the tuner offered LED daytime running lights and auxiliary high beams. Brabus offers powerful tuning for all GL engines, all backed by the incomparable Brabus Tuning Warranty of three years or 100.000 km that sets the standard for the entire tuning industry. All engines are lubricated exclusively with ARAL high-performance motor oil.
US car specialists, GeigerCars.de have developed a program for the Ford GT, the Geiger HP 790. Under the hood it features a 5.4-liter V8 engine that is capable of developing 790 horsepower and 863 Nm of torque. This amount of power enables the car to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.6 seconds and 200 km/h in 6.0 seconds.
At a time when most designers swear by curves and shapes which flow and merge, the Lamborghini Gallardo created by Belgian stylist Luc Donckerwolke dropped in 2003 like the proverbial bomb. Look for curves in this vehicle and - except where they are techni
The Mercedes 300 SL received a tuning package from Kicherer specialists. The aerodynamics were polished in a very delicate way, a front spoiler lip was mounted, a roof and a rear diffuser. Under the hood it has a 6.3-liter V8 engine capable of developing 575 PS. An integrate valve control gives the driver the choice between a sonorous and a discreet tone as the steel exhaust releases the exhaust gases into the air. Different performance enhancers are optionally available, but only on demand at first. The sports car features 20-inch RS-1 lightweight wheels.
Brabus prepared a tuning package for the Mercedes E 63 AMG and it will reveal it at the 2009 Essen Motor Show. The models receive more power and exclusive accessories. With the B63 S engine tuning, the output of both the sedan and wagon jumps to 555 horsepower and 650 Nm of torque enabling them to reach a top speed of 320 km/h. To transfer the increased power to the road with a little slip as possible Brabus offers a limited-slip differential with a locking rate of 40% for the E63 AMG. Exclusive Brabus-refined interiors are also available for the Mercedes E 63 AMG. All components are backed by the incomparable Brabus Tuning Warranty of three years or 100.000 km.
The fifth concept car of the TUNE IT! SAFE! VDAT initiative has been designed mainly by BMW tuning specialist AC Schnitzer. Only serious, safe tuning will bring the hoped-for driving pleasure! Under this motto, the Association of German Car Tuners
German carmaker Volkswagen received a tuning program from ABTSportsline for its Golf VI GDT. The diesel engine enables the car to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds and to reach a top speed of 230 km/h. The 2.0-liter TDI has an output of 190 horsepower and 390 Nm of torque. The tuner also offers the popular body-kit which is tailor-made for the Golf VI on the compact diesel. The new improved model is a versatile car which knows how to impress in everyday life with superior reserves of power and low consumption.
The Audi TT-RS is now capable of high performance thanks to MTM engineers who offer 3 stages of power enhancement with 404, 408 and 424 BHP and 560 Nm of torque. These enable the car to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds and to reach a top speed of 297 km/h. MTM sports rims with the original BIMOTO design in 19 and 20-inch, as well as suitable spacers in 20 mm and 30 mm are available.
There is chiptuning and there is chiptuning. Each car has different performance characteristics whose improvement mcchip-dkr individually develops day-to-day. mcchip-dkr provides a performance of 550 hp and vigorous 775 Nm to the new series from Zuffenhaus
Saleen Performance Vehicles today unveiled the first in its 2010 premiere line of high-performance cars, the 2010 Saleen S281. The introduction took place at the annual SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
ATT Autotechnik developed a tuning kit for the BMW 335i. The dual turbo six-cylinder car convinces first through its increased engine power to spectacular 362 horsepower and 536 Nm of torque. New in the range are the design fenders in M3-optics. The tuner offers the original M3-louver, boxes, mounting accessories and LED blinker for EUR1.843. If this is not enough, for another EUR597, the fender can be ordered in car body color. The tuner already finished a complete carriage and interior program.
With unmistakable styling, TECHART presented its tuning suite for the latest Porsche 911 Carrera 4S at the IAA International Motor Show. This customized Porsche combines perfect styling, sportiness and dynamism, and embodies yet again the basic principle
Lumma Desing and G-Power introduce one of the fastest limousines in the world, the CLR 730 RS that has as basic model, the BMW M5 E60. The model is capable of producing 730 horsepower and 700 Nm of torque. Aerodynamics is very important to get more than 360 km/h maximum speed. The chassis developed by Lumma brings true racing technology on the street. The model is capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds and can reach a top speed of 367.4 km/h, to be more precise. The cockpit of the CLR 730 RS unites a pure racing look in a combination of carbon, leather and Ultra suede with the comfort expected from a luxury sport car.
The VW Touareg Royster GT 460 received a tuning package. For example, the front bumper can be used on all Touareg facelift models except the R50. The list of features includes a rear apron with integrated tailpipes, tailpipe adapters, a rear roof spoiler, rear door panel wheel arch extension for front and rear axle and a lot more. The side skirts have an air intake at the rear end and get put onto the sides of the car. The extension kit can only be used in combination with the Hofele front bumper and rear apron. The additionally needed small parts are part of the delivery as well as the approval papers and detailed installation manuals.
The Seat Leon FR received a tuning program from JE Design engineers. The 2.0-liter petrol engine develops 211 horsepower. The tuner increases the performance of the TFSI engine and so, the model can develop 270 horsepower and 355 Nm of torque. This enables the car to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds. The 2.0-liter TDI is now able to produce 204 horsepower and 380 Nm of torque. This enables the car to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds and its price starts at EUR1.339. By lowering the vehicle, it receives a sportier look and a better handling at the same time.
Sparco
•Pro-ADV Race Seats
•Safari Race Steering Wheel
•Navigators Footrest
•6 Point Harnesses
•Mud Flaps
•Communications Unit
•Pro-ADV Race Seats
•Safari Race Steering Wheel
•Navigators Footrest
•6 Point Harnesses
•Mud Flaps
•Communications Unit