Mazda has announced the Mazda3 1.6 Tamura, a special edition vehicle set to offer customers even greater ‘added value’. Scheduled to expand the Mazda3 line-up from 1 February 2010, the new 1.6 Tamura is based on the striking TS model. It further benefits from a fresh new Sports styling kit, which is consist of sports f
Everybody knows the Top Gear’s smashing episode Polar Special, when an extremely equipped Toyota Hilux together with Jeremy Clarkson behind the wheel have conquered the Magnetic North Pole. Now, the same specialist company which engineered the Hilux back then, is offering trips of between two and five days and longer expeditions through the wild landscape of Iceland in a similarly awesome Hilux. The Reykjavik-based Arctic Trucks’ fleet of vehicles includes two Toyota Hilux Invincible Double Cabs fitted with spec
In Spring 2010, BMW will introduce the American market with the refined 2011 BMW 3 Series Coupe and Convertible models. For the new model year both models 328i and 335i are boasting freshened up vision and a new engine for 335i models. With pricing details still unavailable, the 2011 BMW 3 Series packs unchanged rear wheel drive (xDrive is available on the Coupe), weight distribution, precise steering, and skillfully engineered suspension…all
The German-based, BMW tuning specialist G-POWER has unleashed the G-POWER X5 TYPHOON “Black Pearl“, a ultimately refined special edition luxury SUV based on the BMW X5 (E70). Fitted with a 625 hp / 460 kW G-POWER SK III RS Eight Cylinder Compressor Engine, the “Black Pearl” accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in only 4.5 seconds, before reaching a V-max of more than 300 km/h. The top-end refined newcomer benefits from significant changes in the body aerodynamics. The engineers at G-POWER have r
The German-based aftermarket tuner Hofele-Design has uwrapped a special edition body kit named Dakar 20.10. Developed exclusively for the rugged off-roader Volkswagen Touareg, the new Dakar 20.10 styling kit is inspired by the famous Rally Dakar and the Race-Touareg that participates in it. Installed on the VW’s midsize SUV, the Hofele Dakar 20.10 adds a completely re-designed front grill "Range-Look" and a under-ride protection unit made of stainless steel. The bold body kit is further complemented by stainless
For model year 2010, MINI is expanding its range of petrol engines by offering more power and torque while reducing both emissions and fuel consumption. In addition to the new power units, the renowned brand is also presenting a richer variety of custom options for its line-up including new unique Rainbow color. Replacing the “old” 1.4-litre engine, the new and refined 1.6-litre power unit will be fitted to all First, One, Cooper and Cooper S models in the Hatch, Convertible and Clubman ranges. Thanks to this ch
The European automaker Opel has unveiled an exclusive Opel Corsa Color Race edition, a racy-looking, muscular vehicle aimed at the young drivers. Available in three different colors - Sunny Melon Yellow, Casablanca White and Magma Red – combined with a striking checkered motif, the new Corsa Color Race is already available at the price of 15,560 Euro. Following its astonishing exterior styling, the new small hatch with underlined sporty character can be powered by a range of new engines that are at the same time
ABT Sportsline has announced its latest tuning programme, which retrofits the recently premiered Audi Q7 3.0 TDI Facelift. The face-lifted Q7 SUV boasts an efficient, eco-friendly 3.0 TDI engine that becomes even more sporty and dynamic in the ABT-tweaked version. Thanks to ABT POWER, the output data (240 horsepower; 550 Nm torque) of the stock Clean Diesel power unit is increased to 278 horsepower and 580 Nm of torque, without compromising any of its economical and ecological qualities. Now the
KW automotive, the suspension specialist has announced a range of coilover suspensions and a Hydraulic Lift System HLS for the nowadays Urquattro, the Audi TT RS. At a price of 849 Euro including VAT, KW is offering coilover suspension Variant 1. With coilover suspension Variant 2, the driver is able to individually adjust the traction phase, the price is 1099 Euro. Both variants are available in the "Basic" version at a favourable entry level price. Additionally, the versions are also availa
Renault is bringing the sporty feel to the core Clio range with the launch of its latest ‘S’ model. The new ‘S’ badged vehicle benefits from the brand’s very successful Clio S formula from the early 90s. It packs white 16-inch ‘Polar’ alloys, white front bumper insert and white ‘GT’ rear spoiler, while to the sides and roof, some optional slightly less subtle white racing stripes catch the eye with an ‘S’ incorporated into each band. In addition
At the PistonHeads: The Performance Car Show that will take place in Birmingham, UK, 14-17 January 2010, Autodelta will unveil the world’s first tuned Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. According to the available small piece of information, the leading Alfa Romeo tuning house has tweaked the vehicle’s exotic, Ferrari-developed 4.7-litre V8 engine unit with optimized software. Now the refined 8C Competizione’s engine output estimates 17 horsepower mor
At the Tokyo Auto Salon 2010, Honda Access Corporation, the manufacturer of genuine Honda aftermarket parts and accessories announced the Honda Insight Sports Modulo Concept. Based on the Honda’s Insight hybrid, the concept newcomer is restyled under the motto “Exciting Eco”. The Insight concept benefits from the Honda's Modulo customization range and further demonstrates how a tweaked eco vehicle could look. But not only the styling gets enha
