2011 Audi TR8

 Project Kahn unveiled their new styling pack up for the Audi TT 2.0 FSI. On the outside, it looks immaculate. The body kit makes the TR8’s flawless lines continue: the new front and back vented bumpers in R8 look with mesh inserts, front grille, R8 style side blades, rear spoiler, stainless steel quad exhaust system, sports lowered deferral springs, front lower bumper lip in billet steel finish and door mirrors in a billet steel finish. Evolved through expert artistic innovation and state-of-the art manufacturing and materials technology – a 20 -inch RSV alloy wheels exemplify what A Design is all about: sophistication and skillful artistic innovation.

2011 G-Power BMW M3 GTS

A version of the famous and globally proven G-POWER M3 “Sporty Drive” supercharger system, adapted specially for the BMW M3 GTS raises the standard output from 450 hp to 635 hp and 630 Nm of torque. The ex works unbreakable engine block of the BMW M3 GTS along with a forged crankshaft and reinforced con rods are the basis for this augment of the output maximum from 600 HP (standard M3) to 635 HP (M3 GTS).

On the exhaust side, a lightweight, all-titanium exhaust system made by G-POWER delivers the necessary decrease in exhaust back pressure. The exhaust, developed purposely to suit the requirements of the SK II supercharger system, is equipped with 100 cpsi metal catalytic converters. The engine control unit software, which controls the setup for the V8, was also developed by G-POWER for the BMW M3 GTS.

The G-Power BMW M3 GTS with 635 hp completes the normal sprints from 0-100 km/h and 0-200 km/h in 4.2s and 11.9s. Even more impressive: from 100 km/h to 200 km/h it takes the G-POWER M3 GTS 2.2s less than the standard M3 GTS. Top speed is 323 km/h. These figures have been clocked by a German car periodical during their latest test of the G-POWER M3 GTS.

The price for the 635 hp G-POWER SK II supercharger system for the BMW M3 GTS is EUR 23,500.000 (excl. tax) plus fitting.

2012 Honda CR-Z Mugen

The CR-Z MUGEN – the higher-performance mixture coupe is a joint project between Honda (UK) and MUGEN Euro – the Northampton-based subsidiary of Honda’s long standing tuning partner MUGEN. The CR-Z MUGEN will feature enhancements to both the 1.5-litre i-VTEC petrol engine and the Honda IMA system to boost power and torque, while bespoke brakes and suspension will be built-in to improve the chassis dynamics.

Lightweight components, including a carbon fibre bonnet, will be in work to lower the overall weight, and the car will use MUGEN alloy wheels to reduce unsprung mass.

To improve aerodynamics and give the car an even more honorable look, MUGEN body parts will be added, counting front and rear bumpers, and a spoiler.

2011 Gumpert Tornante by Touring

When selecting the partner for the new model’s body design, Gumpert recognised that stylishness is part of the genetic code of Touring Superleggera’s creations. Even more amazingly, the paradigm of elegance was practical by Touring to the race cars too. This characteristic approach was at the basis of many masterpieces, like the 1940 Mille Miglia winner BMW 328 Berlinetta, the Ferrari 166 and 340 and the stirring Alfa Romeo 8C2900. They all were redoubtable race machines with singular grace.

The Gumpert Tornante has the genes of the Gumpert apollo and inherits its imposing V8 biturbo engine. Weighing only 196 kg, the engine plays a major role in ensuring the perfect weight and the fascinating driving dynamics of the Tornante. An angle of 90° flanked by the two cylinder banks is a sign of a classic 8-cylinder engine.

Starting from the pure block from Audi, the engine is a total in-house development. Thus, the manufacturing process contains among others all the moving parts, air and fuel management, turbo chargers, charge air-duct and dry sump lubrication. In the essential version this engine delivers 700 HP. In comparison to the apollo, the configuration will be optimized for the Fast Touring mission. This means more comfort and more fitness for daily use.

Alongside the V8 power unit, an option powered Gumpert Tornante is also planned for 2012.

Gumpert Tornante by Touring features 2-seater sports car with a mid-engine arrangement, chrome-molybdenum steel chassis with an included safety cell, doors and the boot lid open with gull-wings, carbon body, 100 l stainless steel tank behind the passenger cell with included catch tank, long and pushrod-operated double oblique control arm suspension with fully adjustable dampers (front and rear) and anti roll bar in front, ground clearance adaptable between 60 and 140 mm, two circuit ABS brake system with six piston callipers, inside ventilated discs (378 x 32 mm) at front and rear.

2012 Porsche Cayman S Black Edition

The Porsche Cayman S Black Edition comes with a 3.4-litre flat-six engine tuned to deliver 330 hp. The extra power is shaped at 7,400 rpm (an additional 200 rpm vs the standard car), while the maximum torque remains unaffected at 370Nm at 4,750 rpm. Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is improved by a tenth of a second to 5.1 seconds with the six-speed manual conduction, and to 5.0 seconds with the optional Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) respectively. With the Launch Control activated on the PDK Sport Chrono package option, acceleration improves further to 4.8 seconds.

The top speed of the Porsche Cayman S Black version is just over one mph faster than that of the Cayman S – 173 mph (279 km/h) with the physical transmission and 172 mph (277 km/h) with PDK. In line with the Porsche Intelligent show principles, fuel consumption of the Porsche Cayman S Black Edition remains the same to that of the standard car, despite the increase in horsepower. The Porsche Cayman S Black Edition with manual transmission returns 29.7mpg Combined, and 30.1mpg joint with PDK. Likewise, CO2 remains 223g/km for the manual and 221g/km for the PDK.

The Porsche Cayman S Black Edition costs from £50,420 (67,807 euro in Germany counting VAT) and is on sale in the UK from September 2011.

2011 McLaren MP4-12C GT3

The McLaren MP4-12C GT3 is based on the new MP4-12C high-performance sports car and a team of engineers, designers and test drivers with vast experience in Formula 1 and GT racing has been assembled to undertake the procedure of adapting the carbon chassis-based 12C to racing requirement.

McLaren GT plans to debut the new McLaren MP4-12C GT3 at this season’s Blancpain Endurance Series race at Spain’s Circuito de Navarra, followed by Magny-Cours in France and Silverstone in England. As part of the development programme for the 12C GT3, McLaren GT also expects to enter the Total 24 Hours of Spa endurance race.

Under the McLaren Orange skin, the 12C GT3 shares the same 75kg carbon ‘MonoCell’ chassis as the 12C road car. Since the modern McLaren was formed in 1981, the company has used only carbon fibre for the chassis structure of all its road and race cars: it was a natural choice for the heart of the MP4-12C. Lightweight construction and manufacturing modernism through Resin Transfer Moulding was a priority for the engineers and designers responsible for the 12C’s chassis. The result is a road car that, at 1301kg, is the lightest in the ‘core’ sector of the high-performance sports car market.

Just as with the 12C road car, McLaren is working closely with specialist suppliers to deliver an innovative and lightweight car. The 3.8-litre McLaren V8 twin turbo ‘M838T’ engine supplied in the road car also features in the 12C GT3, but de-tuned to 500 PS (from 600 PS) in order to supply optimum power for this performance-balanced race car.

The new McLaren MP4-12C GT3 will feature a exclusive engine calibration, bespoke racing transmission developed in partnership with Ricardo (who also developed the engine with McLaren) and a suspension arrangement tuned specially for racing.

2011 Hamann BMW 5 Series Touring F11

The refined HAMANN sporty makeover is obtainable in several versions for the BMW 5 Series Touring. The selection starts at the front with a front spoiler lip for the normal Touring, an extra one for vehicles with the M-technology package and a front skirt specially urbanized by HAMANN with four integrated LED daytime running lights and larger air inlets. Sportily-designed side skirts continue the modified appearance right through to the rear. A diffuser-rear skirt with inserts for the four-tailpipe exhaust system, a rear spoiler and a roof spoiler ensure extra downthrust.

HAMANN also offers a choice of light-alloy wheels. Very appropriate for the job is the 21-inch “ANODIZED” EDITION RACE DESIGN. With Its matt black central boss and high-gloss rim, the “ANODIZED” EDITION RACE DESIGN is delivered as a total wheel set with 255/30 ZR21 wheels at the front and 295/25 ZR21 tyres at the back at a price of €8 390.00. In addition there is the “Anniversary Evo” design in 20 or 21-inch rim sizes with a choice of silver or matt black. With progressively-wound suspension springs HAMANN lowers the BMW 5 Series Touring’s centre of seriousness by around 35 mm, which sets off the light-alloy wheels even better.

2012 PIECHA Design Mercedes-Benz SLK R172 Accurian RS

PIECHA Design has unveiled a new tuning programme for the new Mercedes-Benz SLK R172. And thus, they present the “Accurian RS”, a sporty, elegant understanding of the Stuttgart-based roadster. Piecha gives the new, more distinct front of the SLK an Accurian RS front spoiler lip with lateral grids. The lip can be joint with a cover, which turns the grid into a three-part piece and further emphasises the LED daytime running lights on the right and left side. For a quieter airflow around the lateral body of the new SLK, PIECHA Design installed a set of Accurian RS side skirt covers. The covers are bonded easily and positively on the original side skirts. Furthermore, the opposite installed grids provide for a more prominent design. For all R172 models, no matter whether with the side skirts, the AMG or also the Accurian RS sills, PIECHA Design offers per side four LED buried spotlights each.

The rear end has a considerable sportier look thanks to the Accurian RS rear diffuser, which is available in a small and large version. The diffusor, which runs up to the subfloor, not only provides for extra output at the rear axle, but also frames the QUADRO 4-tube mufflers in perfection. In both versions, the serial rear apron has to be somewhat reworked. Moreover, a diffusor application is obtainable for the AMG styling rear apron. The Accurian RS aerodynamic programme is completed by a classical rear spoiler lip, which has a simple paste fixation. Another world premiere are the PIECHA MP1 monobloc high-tech rims, which perfectly match the modern and sporty, elegant design language of the Accurian RS with its newly interpreted turbine design. In the front in 8.5×19 ET25 with 225/35 R19 and in the back in elective 9.5 or 10.5×19 with 255 or 275/30 R19, the MP1 monobloc wheel provides in connection with 25 mm lowering springs for a perfect wedge shape.

2011 Novitec Alfa Romeo 8C Spider

NOVITEC has released a new performance package for Alfa Romeo 8C Spider. Power production of the Alfa Romeo 8C, Coupe and Spider, jumps to 600 hp thanks to a high-tech supercharger system. Top speed grows to 190 mph. In addition, the tuner offers a stainless-steel high-performance exhaust system, a custom-tailored tire/wheel combination with 21- and 22-inch diameters and a height-adjustable sport suspension.

The limited-edition sports car is based on the technology of the Maserati GT. For this reason NOVITEC modified a development by sister company NOVITEC TRIDENTE, which specializes in alteration the models carrying the trident emblem, to the 8C. The high-tech supercharger conversion for the 4.7-liter V8 was customized to fit into the space under the hood of the Alfa Romeo 8C.

The compressor adaptation, which sells for EUR 19,900, boosts power output of the 450-hp stock V8 by 150 hp. The maximum rated power output of 600 hp is available at 7,300 rpm. Peak torque jumps to 434 lb/ft torque at 5,400 rpm. The sprint from rest to 62 mph is abridged to just 3.9 seconds. Top speed increases from standard 180 mph to 190 mph.

While the body of the 8C Coupe or Spider remains unaffected, NOVITEC adds some thrilling highlights to the appearance of the two-seater with three-piece NA3 wheels. To further highlight the wedge-shape design of the 8C, the specialists chose a spread out combination with 21-inch diameter in front and 22 inches on the rear axle. The alloy wheels feature five double spokes and are obtainable in any desired color. In sizes 9×21” and 11.5×22” they fill out the available space in the wheel wells completely. The matching high-performance tires are complete by Formula 1 supplier Pirelli in sizes 255/30 ZR 21 and 315/25 ZR 22.

2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse SE

The outgoing 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Coupe and Eclipse Spyder will be obtainable in a unique SE Special Edition that will feature eye-catching external features including special “SE” side decaling, black side mirrors and handsome 18-in. dark finish alloy wheels, along with the wide list of high-end standard features that can be found on the Eclipse GS-Sport versions of both the hardtop and adaptable models

Included amenities on the amply-equipped Eclipse GS-Sport models are a 4-speed automatic transmission, leather seating with heated front seats and a power driver’s seat, rearview camera, Bluetooth® hands-free phone access, HID headlights with fog lamps, heated side mirrors and an beautiful sounding 9 speaker, 650-watt Rockford Fosgate® premium audio system with SIRIUS® satellite radio. The coupe adaptation of the Eclipse GS-Sport includes a sunroof as well.

The most affordably-priced version of the Eclipse ruins the GS Coupe model. No-cost features include a 6 speaker 140-watt AM/FM/CD player with MP3 playing capability and an auxiliary audio input jack, air conditioning, 6 airbags, dual exhaust, blacked-out roof, 18-in. alloy wheels and automatic shut off headlights. The Eclipse GS Coupe comes ready with a smooth-shifting 5-speed manual while a 4-speed automatic transmission is available as an option.

2011 Mercedes-Benz G-Class BA3 Last Edition

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the last edition of the short wheelbase Station Wagon in the winning G-Class with the special “BA3 Final Edition” model. Two variants will be available: in the G350 BlueTEC a 6-cylinder diesel engine with the very latest BlueTEC emissions control, 155 kW (211 hp) and 540 newton metres for great pulling power both on and off the road. In the G500 a powerful 5.5-litre V8 petrol engine with 285 kW (388 hp) and 530 newton metres naturally performs the same function.

Alongside the permanent all-wheel drive with off-road ratio and the 7G-TRONIC seven-speed automatic transmission, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class BA3 Final Edition standard condition includes the electronically controlled traction system 4ETS, the Electronic Stability Program ESP® and three disparity locks with 100-percent locking effect selectable at the push of a button.

As the G350 BlueTEC the “BA3 Final Edition” is priced at €90,511.40, and as the G500 €100,685.90 (both prices include 19% VAT).

 

2012 Subaru Impreza

From the front, the Subaru badge centres the new hexagonal grille, a foundation of all new Subaru designs. The new Impreza sports trait Subaru hawk-eye headlights and a variety of new 15-inch wheel cover and 16- and 17-inch alloy wheel designs.

 Numerous design elements unite to give the Subaru Impreza a sportier exterior posture while also offering the driver and passengers a more commanding view of the road. The windscreen is more raked than in the previous model, with the bottom of the A-pillar enthused 7.9 inches forward. This allows for a front door gap that is nearly five inches longer for easier entry/exit, abetted by lower doorsills. Rear doors are also better on both 4 and 5-door body styles.

UK versions of the Subaru Impreza will be powered by an all new 4-cylinder 1.6 litre Boxer petrol engine and will be obtainable with either a new five-speed manual transmission or Subaru’s Lineartronic CVT. With either transmission choice, the 2012 Impreza delivers considerably improved fuel economy over the car it replaces.

Subaru will offer two different Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive systems in the new Subaru Impreza. In models prepared with the five-speed manual, the Continuous AWD system uses a viscous-coupling to distribute power 50/50 front to rear, while any slippage will send more power to the conflicting set.

2012 Hyundai Accent

All Accents ride on a 101.2 inch wheelbase, 2.8-inches longer than the previous generation. The 66.9-inch width on all 2011 models increased by 0.2 inches for 2012. The Hyundai Accent 4-door’s overall length has increased by 3.5 inches to 172 inches. Total length of the new five-door version is 162 inches.

The 2012 Hyundai Accent’s all-aluminum 1.6-liter Gamma four-cylinder engine utilizes the latest engine technology to deliver a class-leading 138 horsepower and 123 lb-ft of torque and a best-in-class standard 30 mpg city and 40 mpg highway fuel economy ranking. The 2012 Hyundai Accent can be equipped with a six-speed manual or automatic transaxle with SHIFTRONIC manual control, delivering smooth and efficient power delivery. Low-rolling resistance silica tires and a slick shape (0.30 cd) reduce friction with the road and the air. This aerodynamic shape also includes a kicked up trunk edge, wheel arches which protect the tires and an optimized engine undercover. Finally, the ActiveECO function modifies engine and transmission control to smooth out throttle response. By turning on the ActiveECO function, drivers can comprehend up to a seven percent increase in real-world fuel economy.

The 2012 Hyundai Accent GLS is obtainable with gray or beige two-tone interior. The five-door GS and SE trims are accessible with a gray interior or a monotone black interior. All Accents have cloth-like pillar trim made of fibrous tissue and volcanic rock for a best look and feel. The Hyundai Accent features a bold exterior color palette with both light and dark colors including Century White, Ironman Silver, Cyclone Gray, Ultra Black, Boston Red, Mocha Bronze, Marathon Blue, Clearwater Blue and Electrolyte Green.

The 2012 Accent will be accessible in three trim levels. The reasonable four-door GLS, the versatile, well equipped five-door GS and the sporty five-door SE. The access level Hyundai Accent three-door has been discontinued for the 2012 model year.

2012 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0

Available entirely with a six-speed manual transmission, the Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 sprints from 0 to 60 mph in only 3.8 seconds (0-100 km/h in 3.9 s), and with its gearing designed for the race circuit it reaches the 124 mph (200 km/h) mark on the race track in under 12 seconds.

Equipped as typical with lightweight components such as light but strong carbon fiber sport bucket seats, carbon fiber front fenders and luggage compartment lid, and weight-optimized carpets, the two-seater’s ready-for-action weight is just 2,998 lbs (1,360 kg) with a full fuel tank. The Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0’s power-to-weight ratio is 5.99 lbs/hp (368 hp/tonne).

With a manufacturer’s recommended retail price starting at $185,000 (excluding destination), the new Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 goes on sale in the United States in late 2011.