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Lingenfelter LS9 Chevrolet Camaro - 1 243HP are enough for 8.99 at 1/4 mile

The tuning specialists from Lingenfelter boosted a fully built LS9 V8 with Eaton supercharger in a Chevrolet Camaro to the staggering 1243HP. In order to do that, they almost completely reworked the engine - fully ported heads and loaded with titanium intake valves and hollow, sodium-filled exhaust valves. They also added a set of long-tube headers, a two-stage nitrous system and twin fuel pumps. The transmission was fitted with RPS triple

ginetta g55 - first renderings

Ginetta G55 - first renderings

Ginetta has released first renderings of G55, which will be added to the GT lineup for the 2011 season. The new Ginetta GT Supercup will be sponsored by Michelin and features two Ginetta GT racers - the G55 and G50. Ginetta G55 is powered by 3.7 liter engine provided by Ford with 370BHP (276 kW). The power plant is mated to a Hewland gearbox and fitted with cool air induction kit. The car also comes with new exhaust system and new body panels for better aerodynamics. The race car is priced

Track fees go up at the Nurburgring

Because of the world economic crisis, all prices go up as well as the track fees for Nurburgring circuit in Germany. A full lap around the track known as the Nordschleife for the new season will cost €24 ($32). The circuit has 170 curves and measures 25.378 km (15.77 miles) in distance. In other words, we have to pay €2 more for each lap. The package prices will also go up - a 15-lap can will cost €310 ($415) and 25 laps are €470 ($629). A season pass will be available for €1 346 ($1 80

BMW 7 Series F01 and F02 refined by Wald International

Wald International tuning company, which is based in Japan has released a unique styling package for BMW 7 Series F01 and F02. The 7-Series Sports Line Black Bison Edition features a body kit consisting of a front bumper with LED daytime running lights, a new rear bumper with LED brake lights, side skirts which can

SEAT offers new 1.6 TDI CR engine on Leon, Altea and Altea XL

SEAT has announced that as from January 2011, its Leon, Altea and Altea XL models will be offered with a choice of a brand-new 1.6-liters TDI 90 horsepower common rail powerplant, which will provide enhanced performance, while showcasing considerable decrease in noise levels, fuel consumption and emissions. Planned to replace the current pump-injector fuelled 90 hp 1.9 TDI, the new 90 hp 1.6 TDI CR power unit will became an entry level choice

STARTECH to showcase refined 2010 Range Rover at Essen Motor Show

STARTECH has revealed its plans to exhibit a retrofitted 2010 Range Rover luxury SUV at the tomorrow’s starting Essen Motor Show 2010. Suitable for both versions of the lineup, Range Rover and Range Rover Sport, the STARTECH customization program boasts an exceptional individualism, while highlighting great sporty yet elegant aerodynamic-enhancement components. The model for the exhibition will be a premium-styled Range Rover with top-end look

STARTECH to premiere Defender 90 Yachting Edition at Essen 2010

An exclusive Land Rover Defender 90 Yachting Edition is one of the projects which STARTECH plans to showcase at this weekend’s starting Essen Motor Show in Germany. As the name suggests, the skillfully enhanced off-road utility vehicle benefits from extraordinary classic yacht styled interior ambience further reinforced by premium, navy-blue leather/Alcantara upholstery with contrasting white baseball-style cross stitching and high-end Recaro spo

brabus to premiere sls widestar at essen 2010

BRABUS to premiere SLS WIDESTAR at Essen 2010

At the tomorrow’s starting Essen Motor Show, Brabus, the renowned German tuning expert will unveil publicly its latest design masterpiece, a custom-tailored suit for the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG. Named under the BRABUS WIDESTAR badge, the styling package for the gullwing model sports extravagant high-tech carbon-fiber elements, sleek, ultralight forged alloy wheels, an electronically adjustable Ride Control smooth-ride suspension, a titanium high-performance exhaust unit with electronically controlled sound management

Aston Martin Racing unveils 2011 Vantage GT4

Aston Martin Racing has released a new, 2011 version of its staggering racing ride Aston Martin Vantage GT4. Inspired by the sleek V12 Vantage road car, the 2011 Vantage GT4 showcases optimized aerodynamics, increased downforce, as well as a specially remapped 4.7-liters powerplant, which along with the aluminum chassis and suspension design is borrowed from the V8 Vantage road car. In the terms of styling and aerodynamics, the 2011 Aston Martin Vantage GT4 benefits from a new splitter in the front, which beside

2011 Volkswagen Eos - UK sales start

Just debuted at the Los Angeles Motor Show last week, Volkswagen’s revised, 2011 Eos model is now available for ordering in the UK at the starting price of 22,895 GBP, on the road. Scheduled to arrive at the brand’s official dealerships in early 2011, the new Eos benefits from a fresh new outer livery and features a long list of hi-tech extras, as well as a stunning five piece metal folding hard top with an integrated glass sunroof. Its exterior changes include a new bumper, a horizontal gril

Subaru Impreza WRX STI 4-door sedan star in GranTurismo 5

Subaru’s all-new, 2011 Impreza WRX STI 4-door sedan is one of the highlights in the yesterday released Gran Turismo 5, the newest edition of the extremely famous racing simulation video game for PlayStation 3 console. Introduced for first time in 1997 - Gran Turismo 3, the Impreza WRX STI continues to be one of the mos

Arden to showcase its AR5 at Essen Motor Show

This weekend, at the Essen Motor Show, Arden is about to amaze the numerous motoring fans with the presentation of its undoubted head-turner, the 2010 Arden AR5. Based upon the premium-type SUV Range Rover Sport, the Arden AR5 benefits from an exclusively bold yet unobtrusive body kit, which is consist of front and rear aprons, side skirts and hand-made stainless steel grilles, as well as a special stainless steel sport exhaust system. Another unmistakable highlight found on the custom ride’s vigor exterior is the