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Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari for the UK

Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari is a limited edition, which will be produced in just 152 units. However, there will be a right hand drive version specially created for Britain. The small car is priced at £29 600 (EU 35 500). It features carbon wing mirrors, Corsa Grey wheels and front air intakes. The small rocket is powered by 1.4 liter turbocharged petrol engine delivering 180bhp at 5500rpm and 250Nm of torque at 3000rpm. The acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is in 7 seconds and the top speed is

Superchips power-up for Mercedes 350CDi BlueEFFICIENCY

The ECU remap for diesel engines is so popular, that probably there is no a single diesel car, which haven’t been „chipped”. Mercedes’ models, which feature 231bhp 350 CDi BlueEFFICIENCY engine can be boosted by Superchips ltd. The ECU map for the Mercedes’ Bosch EDC17 ECU features removing some of the inherent perf

LUMMA Design Porsche Cayenne Diesel - style, comfort and performance

Lumma Design are famous with their styling and performance updates. One of their latest projects is 2010 Porsche Cayenne Diesel, which received a number of upgrades such as performance package, optics kit, alloys set and some interior changes. The performance upgrade includes D-Box, which is a plug-and-play solution for increasing the power of the diesel engine under the bonnet from 240 to 276hp and the torque become 630Nm instead of 550. Besi

Inden Design refined Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG

Inden Design developed whole package for Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG R230 facelift. The upgrades feature performance package, complete body kit, set of unique wheels and improved suspension. The prices are as stunning as the car itself. You can start with the body kit, which includes a new front bumper with spoiler, ventilated hood and fenders, side skirts, rear apron, rear diffuser, and rear spoiler – €19 900. Only the carbon fiber hood costs €3 500 on top and the same material can be used on the rear diffuser f

2009 Ford Focus RS available for Australia

The latest version of Ford Focus RS is the hottest hatchback on the market. It stunned the whole automobile industry with the massive power transmitted only to the front wheels. The vehicle is power by L5 2.5 liter turbocharged petrol engine delivering whopping 300hp and 440Nm of torque. As everybody knows, the FWD cars suffer from understeer a lot, especially when they are highly powered. Perfect example for highly powered understeering car is Opel Vectra OPC. However, to maintain all power coming from the turboch

2011 Nissan X-Trail now offers better value for money

Nissan X-Trail is one of the best selling models of the company. It benefits from a perfect on and off-road capabilities combined with nice interior and exterior, and everything that is at good price. However, from October this year, customers of Nissan will be able to buy the new updated version of X-Trail, which offe

konigseder makes nissan gtr r35 stunningly beautiful

Konigseder makes Nissan GTR R35 stunningly beautiful

The tuning company Konigseder revealed stunning styling and performance package for one of the most vigorous sports cars in the world – Nissan GT-R R35. The performance package includes ECU remap, a cold air intake and titanium Akrapovic exhaust system. The mighty twin-turbo 3.8 liter V6 originally produces 485hp, b

mercedes-benz s63 amg - the ultimate high-performance saloon

Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG - The ultimate high-performance saloon

The newest powertrain of AMG features 5.5 liter V8 biturbo engine and SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed gearbox. The powerunit is mounted on all AMG 63 models. The maximum output power in the new S 63 AMG is 571hp (420kW) and 900Nm of torque. The power is transmitted to the road through AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports gearbox, which contributes towards a considerable reduction in fuel consumption and harmful emissions. Averaging 10.5 liter per 100 km,

Chevrolet Camaro for $320 000 - the reason is 1400hp

The 5th generation of Chevrolet Camaro Z28 is a staggering car. Its most powerful version features enormous V8 delivering 426 hp at 5900 rpm and 570 Nm (420 lb-ft).  However, Canadian Serge Leger make some upgrades to his car and the result is more than stunning. His car is powered by 6.0 liter LSX V8 engine mated w

abt audi a1 – real eye-catcher

ABT Audi A1 – real eye-catcher

ABT A1 is a cool, trendy and extravagant vehicle. There are three versions of the model – KLECKS, ALOHA and HIGH-VOLTAGE. The first one – KLECKS, which literally means „splash”. Its casual splashes of colour stands for the urban lifestyle in the A1. The second - ALOHA is the laid-back “beach boy” for everyone who prefers relaxed enjoyment. The “evil brother” of these two versions is always a live-wire: HIGH-VOLTAGE is the name of the “most toxic” skull design of the ABT A1. All version

Porsche 918 Spyder going into production

Recently, Porsche 918 Spyder concept was revealed at the 2010 Motor Show in Geneve. The concept car was hugely appreciated, so the Supervisory Board gave the Porsche Board of Management the mission to develop a production model based on the vehicle already presented. “Production of the 918 Spyder in a limited series proves that we are taking the right approach with Porsche Intelligent Performance featuring the combination of supreme performance and efficient drivetrain concepts. We will develop the 918 Spyder

2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe - more value for money

Loosing value is probably the biggest problem of the brand new cars. Just several months, after you buy a new car, its value drops with near 50 per cent. However, residual values specialist ALG added the numbers, worked its magic and announced the residual value of the CTS line will rise. Lower incentives, tighter controls on inventory and an emphasis on design are likely to increase the value of the vehicle.According to ALG’s research, 36 months into owning your 2011 CTS Sport Sedan you will lose 45 percent of the