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Lamborghini Gallardo LP 550-2 Valentino Balboni

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:10:25 -0600

He has long been revered as one of the many legends surrounding the world�s most uncompromising sports car brand � Valentino Balboni, a remarkable test driver with his own personal cult status. Automobili Lamborghini now presents a model in his honour and bearing his name � the Gallardo LP 550-2 Valentino Balboni.

GEMBALLA AVALANCHE GTR 650 EVO-R based on the Porsche 911 Turbo

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 18:42:46 -0600

The history of GEMBALLA Automobiltechnik GmbH & Co. KG is inseparably connected with the AVALANCHE. It was the first AVALANCHE generation in the mid 80s with its trendsetting body- and interior design which became a world-wide bestseller and laid the foundations of success for the Leonberg-based company.

Exclusive top-of-the-line AMG S-Class models now boast even greater appeal

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 18:04:03 -0600

The Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG and S 65 AMG, the powerful top-of-the-line S-Class models, are now even more appealing: thanks to a series of subtle yet extremely effective fine-tuning measures, the two performance saloons are even more striking and priceless than ever before.

edo competition presents Ferrari California with fine accessories

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 16:45:41 -0600

The Ferrari 599, 612 and 430 have had offspring. The open two-seater, dubbed the California Spider, with its retractable aluminum hard top is the new entry level model among the sports car offerings from Maranello. Having been introduced to the world at the Paris Motor Show last October, the California Spider can now be admired on our roads, too.

MINI Look by AC Schnitzer

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 18:53:20 -0600

With its new Convertible (R57), MINI has now produced the next body variant of the cult car. The AC Schnitzer designers and engineers have already developed a range of special accessories for the new MINI. In keeping with the history of the MINI, the Aachen-based tuning specialists have concentrated on developments in the field of performance upgrades, sports rear silencer, sports suspension, alloy wheels, exterior components and interior details.

NOVITEC Tunes the Alfa Romeo MiTo

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 10:36:23 -0600

More power, great design and a sporty heart: NOVITEC presents the exclusive tuning program for the Alfa Romeo MiTo. Engine tuning for the two Diesel models and the gasoline-powered 1.4 TB model is complemented by a strikingly styled aerodynamic-enhancement package.

Mitusbishi UK releases the extreme Lancer Evolution X FQ-400

Tue, 26 May 2009 17:11:34 -0600

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X FQ-400 is the fastest and most extreme version of Mitsubishi�s motorsport derived machine. With 403bhp and 387lb.ft of torque the FQ-400 is able to reach 62mph from standstill in an estimated 3.8 seconds before reaching an electronically limited 155mph.

Volkswagen Scirocco R - World Premiere at the Nürburgring

Mon, 25 May 2009 18:47:42 -0600

It is certainly the perfect venue for the world premiere of a new sports car: the Nürburgring. On May 23, at the legendary 24 hour race held there � the toughest in the world � Volkswagen presented the new Scirocco R.

Open for elegance � the new ABT AS5 cabrio

Fri, 22 May 2009 13:17:25 -0600

Sportiness and elegant design are not mutually exclusive � at least when the designers at ABT Sportsline are involved. �It is important to capture the character of the car and emphasise its uniqueness�, says Hans-Juergen Abt, the General Manager of ABT Sportsline explaining the demands which are made on the creative department.

BRABUS Refines the New Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe

Wed, 20 May 2009 09:45:05 -0600

The new Mercedes E-Class Coupe just went on sale and BRABUS already presents an extensive tuning program for the new two-door. The pinnacle of the available performance tuning is the BRABUS 6.1 displacement engine. It has a rated power output of 462 hp / 340 kW and propels the E 500 to an impressive top speed of 315 km/h.

Exclusive design for NOVITEC F430 by �Unique Sportcars�

Tue, 19 May 2009 14:21:30 -0600

Using 11 months of design and development, the bavarian design house �Unique Sportcars� has completed their first design concept: A Super Sports Car for the streets. Limiting the series to the number of 11, the unique �Calavera� design is based on the Ferrari F430, collaborating exclusively with Ferrari Specialist Novitec Rosso and Airbrush Artist Knud Tiroch.

The HAMANN refining programme for the new BMW 7-series

Mon, 18 May 2009 17:43:11 -0600

Individualisation on the highest level � this is the motto under which HAMANN presents its refining programme for the new BMW 7-series of the model range F01 and F02. Already since 1986, the Laupheim-based company develops and produces products for the individualisation of BMW automobiles.

New Opel Astra: The First Class Compact

Wed, 13 May 2009 16:58:47 -0600

Integrating German engineering excellence, fluid sculptural design and accessible innovative technologies, the new Opel Astra captures the philosophy which quickly made the Insignia Europe�s best-selling mid-sized sedan.

Kicherer tuning programm for Mercedes SL 63 AMG facelift

Tue, 12 May 2009 17:27:57 -0600

Even after its facelift Mercedes Tuner Kicherer saw sufficient hidden, sports potential in the Mercedes SL 63 AMG which it then brought to the fore in the Kicherer SL 63 RS.

NOVITEC TRIDENTE Refines the Maserati GranTurismo S

Mon, 11 May 2009 19:49:14 -0600

NOVITEC TRIDENTE now also refines the Maserati GranTurismo S: The newly developed supercharged engine represents a jump in rated power output of the V8 engine from standard 440 hp to 600 hp / 442 kW. With it, the 2+2-seater sprints to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 315 km/h.

The Mercedes GLK in a Sportservice Lorinser outfit

Thu, 07 May 2009 13:40:20 -0600

Off-roaders are only suitable for terrain; compact means sacrifice and sports cars only appeal to contortionists who have no spine: once prejudices were easier and the choice of the right car was therefore complicated. Who would have thought that the Mercedes GLK would one day turn all these clichés on their head and flirt with an attractive optical package from Sportservice Lorinser?

G-POWER M6 HURRICANE CS: The world fastest BMW Coupe with top speed 370 km/h

Tue, 05 May 2009 17:41:53 -0600

Creating the ultimate BMW, nothing less was the set target for the G-POWER engineers when they started to designe the G-POWER M6 HURRICANE CS.

World premiere of PPI RAZOR GTR at the TOP MARQUES MONACO 2009

Mon, 04 May 2009 19:21:45 -0600

The Exclusive German Audi-tuner, PPI Automotive Design GmbH intensifies the fire and presents the special limited production Supercar, the PPI RAZOR GTR.

Piecha Design modernises the SL to the Avalange RS

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 16:09:54 -0600

Piecha Design combines the best of two worlds. With the SL-Roadster (R230), the Mercedes specialist from Rottweil in Baden Wurttemberg, Germany brings the classic four-eyed face with the double headlights and the fresh design of the 2008 facelift together. Thereby, the Avalange RS with an own character originates.

Carlsson presents the new E-class on the Tuning World Bodensee

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 17:30:24 -0600

The new E-class by Carlsson celebrates its world premiere at the Tuning World Bodensee in Friedrichshafen from April 30th until May 3rd 2009. With the new E-class, the automobile manufacturer has combined sportiness and elegance to a harmonic symbiosis.

GEMBALLA TORNADO 750 GTS - The new striking super sports car in SUV format

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 17:53:55 -0600

There is only a little connection left between the GEMBALLA TORNADO 750 GTS and the Porsche Cayenne Turbo. At the most, the Porsche SUV is the master model for the latest development by the automobile manufacturer from Leonberg near Stuttgart.

The new Mercedes E-Class with all its Lorinser facets

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 17:40:23 -0600

Regarding the new E-Class, Sportservice Lorinser has two red-hot irons in the fire. Both are out to scorch the tarmac on their first "appearance� and to bring a twinkle to the eyes of the passengers.

FAB Design SLR �Desire�

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 14:34:33 -0600

From the FAB Design high-performance engine which generates an unbelievable performance of 750hp and a maximum torque of 1,080Nm to the perfectly designed FAB Design interior � nearly any relevant part of the Mercedes super sports car has been customised and brought to perfection with the highest level of technical expertise by the FAB Design specialists.

The BMW X6 from HARTGE - the new crossover dimension

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 17:13:50 -0600

Herbert Hartge and his team have pushed the skilful stylistic blend of a four-wheel drive vehicle from the SAV segment (below the waistline) and a coupé (above it) into a new dimension. His X6 xDrive35d is more than an extraordinary symbiosis of a high-street thoroughbred and a crossover workhorse.

The NOVITEC TuLesto with 777 hp and a Top Speed of More than 350 km/h

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:00:25 -0600

There are many fascinating automobiles money can buy but its spectacular design, its uncompromising high-performance concept and its limited edition of just eleven cars make the new NOVITEC TuLesto the most exclusive high-end sports car in the world.

JE DESIGN gives the Seat Exeo a jump-start: New limousine turns into a four-door sports car

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 15:45:33 -0600

As soon as it came on the market, the car has already been refined. For the first time, the Spanish VW subsidiary Seat presents a limousine for which JE DESIGN immediately offers a sport suit.

Opel Insignia OPC: Hot Chili Premiere at the Barcelona Motor Show

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 17:32:29 -0600

The high performance version of the Car of the Year 2009 will be unveiled on May 7, when the Opel Insignia OPC premieres at the Barcelona Motor Show, ten years after the launch of the first OPC model (Opel Performance Center).

Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG - the new generation of dynamic, sports saloons

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 12:32:17 -0600

AMG is kicking off the new 2009 motoring season with a new dynamism: shortly after the launch of the new E-Class, the high-performance brand within Mercedes-Benz Cars is presenting the new E 63 AMG.

The BMW X5 M. The BMW X6 M.

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:51:28 -0600

Now the discerning customer has the opportunity to enjoy the unique high-performance character of a BMW M car also in the segment of BMW X models: The BMW X5 M and the BMW X6 M are the first all-wheel-drive models to offer the supreme performance, dynamic driving features, athletic design, and premium quality of a typical BMW M Car.

HAMANN tuning programm for Bentley Continental GT Speed

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:36:20 -0600

All over the world, the company HAMANN-Motorsport is renowned for refining luxury cars. With the new programme for the Continental GT and Continental GT Speed by the English manufacturer Bentley, the company located in Laupheim once again confirms that it is the first choice when it comes to sportive accessories and breathtaking body design.

Exclusive BRABUS Tuning for the New Mercedes E-Class

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 16:30:29 -0600

Concurrent with the market launch of the new Mercedes E-Class of the W 212 model series, BRABUS presents an exclusive tuning program for the new sedan. Highlights in the product lineup are the BRABUS 6.1 displacement engine with 462 hp (456 bhp) / 340 kW for the E 500 (E550 in the US), a sporty yet elegant aerodynamic-enhancement program.

The Cargraphic Aston Martin V8 420

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 18:49:11 -0600

The name Landau to most people is associated with the English Gentleman�s luxury horse drawn carriage which were manufactured originally in the 1700�s in the Rheinland-Pfalz town of Landau. Today the Landau based company Cargraphic GmbH is still involved with luxury carriages, but carriages of a slightly different nature and with considerably more horse power.

JE DESIGN turns Porsche Cayenne into the PROGRESSOR

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 16:49:49 -0600

Progress can not be stopped, especially when it is dashing forward in such a broad and powerful way. The automobile refiner JE DESIGN converts the current Porsche Cayenne (Type 957) into the PROGRESSOR and shows which potential can be release from the serial Porsche.

G-POWER TYPHOON Based on BMW X5 � Wide, Powerful and Fast

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 17:12:10 -0600

The G-POWER TYPHOON has arrived! With its breathtaking wide-stance styling, its 525-hp / 386-kW G-POWER SK III eight-cylinder supercharged engine and a top speed of 275 km/h the SUV based on the BMW X5 (E70) sets new standards in its class.

Unsurpassable Quality - The Volvo XC60 from HEICO SPORTIV

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:50:29 -0600

With the Volvo XC60, not only the carmaker ushered in a new design era, but HEICO SPORTIV also broke new ground in the early days of the product development phase.

Kicherer Mercedes E-Class: E-Plus

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 18:33:13 -0600

The Mercedes tuners are impatiently kicking their heels and wanting to get their hands on the new E-Class. A first draft has now come from the Kicherer company.

Lamborghini Murciélago LP 650-4 Roadster

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 17:48:54 -0600

Automobili Lamborghini has released the first photographs of a limited edition Murciélago LP 650-4 Roadster. The Roadster version of the Murciélago will offer an uprated 6.5 litre V12 engine that produces 650 hp (478 kW) along with permanent four-wheel drive: hence the model�s LP 650-4 moniker. With 660 Nm of torque, top performance is at 0- 100km/h (0-62mph) in 3.4 seconds. The top speed is around 330 Km/h (205mph).

Carlsson Aigner CK55 RS Rascasse: Luxury in Unexpected Dimensions

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 19:52:39 -0600

Exclusive automobile manufacturer Carlsson Autotechnik GmbH, and the luxury leather brand Etienne Aigner AG are proud to present the third model to emerge from their co-operative venture.

Geneva 2009: Bugatti Veyron "Bleu Centenaire"

Fri, 06 Mar 2009 12:04:44 -0600

At Geneva the Bugatti Veyron � Grand Sport � is shown for the first time to a wider public in Europe. Next to the Grand Sport Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S. presents the Veyron � Bleu Centenaire �, a special commission honouring the 100th anniversary of the company, thus initiating a range of worldwide activities celebrating the creation of this mythic brand a hundred years ago.

Geneva 2009: The new Koenigsegg Quant

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 15:05:58 -0600

Swedish supercar marque Koenigsegg and NLV Solar AG, a pioneer in photovoltaics and accumulator technology, have joined forces to create the Quant. The brainchild of this marriage of power and energy is a four-seater solar electric car. A full-scale model is to be unveiled at the 2009 Geneva Salon, with the two companies currently working on running prototypes to scale up for series production.

Geneva Motor Show 2009 gallery: Girls

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 18:09:16 -0600

Sexy girls are the real stars of the event, aren't they? What would a motor show be without them?

Geneva 2009: Ferrari 599XX

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 17:17:48 -0600

The 79th Geneva International Motor Show provides the venue for Ferrari to announce the world debut of the 599XX which is aimed at a select group of clients. The latter new car incorporates the most advanced technologies resulting from Ferrari�s road-going and F1 research. Many of the technological solutions it carries are being used for the first time and have been developed exclusively for this special car.

Geneva 2009: Aston Martin One-77

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 16:50:03 -0600

Aston Martin presented a One-77 technical showcase at the Geneva Auto Salon on 3 March 2009. Chassis no.1 will be on display as an exposé throughout the show detailing the quintessence of Aston Martin engineering and design expertise.

Lagonda: Revival of a luxury brand in Geneva

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 16:32:07 -0600

Aston Martin is proud to announce the return of Lagonda, one of the most iconic names in luxury car manufacturing. The intention is for Lagonda to enter the market place with a unique performance luxury product, a vehicle that combines exceptional ability with unsurpassed elegance, inside and out.

Geneva 2009: The new Maybach Zeppelin

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 14:24:57 -0600

The Maybach brand is bringing out the new Maybach Zeppelin to spearhead its luxury saloon model range. The newcomer represents the absolute zenith in the high-end luxury saloon segment. This makes it a worthy successor to the legendary Maybach Zeppelin, which was revered worldwide as the ultimate in high-class automotive engineering in the 1930s.

Geneva 2009: BRABUS ML 63 Biturbo with 310-km/h Top Speed

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 13:38:34 -0600

Innovative engine technology has been the mainstay of BRABUS product portfolio for more than three decades. The new BRABUS ML 63 Biturbo, based on the Mercedes AMG ML 63, celebrates its world debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2009. It sets new standards for SUV performance and styling.

LINEA Vincerò - Mansory refines the Bugatti Veyron 16.4

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 17:43:28 -0600

"Vincerò! Vincerò! - I will win", that is the self-confident exclamation from Nessun Dorma, probably the most famous tenor aria from Giacomo Puccini?s opera Turandot. And Vincerò is also the name of the latest automobile accessory line by refining specialist Mansory.

The New BMW 7-series in Sports Trim by AC Schnitzer

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 09:57:54 -0600

F01 / F02 are the internal works codes for the new 7-series. The combination sounds like motorsports, but is this title adequate for a big luxury saloon? Anyone who's seen the big BMW in AC Schnitzer trim will certainly answer this with an unambiguous "Yes".

Geneva 2009: Lamborghini Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 14:50:13 -0600

The Lamborghini Murciélago is one of the most extraordinary super sports cars of all time. Automobili Lamborghini has now expanded its model range with a new, exceptionally purist and even more extreme top model � the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce is even more powerful, lighter and faster than the Murciélago LP 640.

Geneva 2009: Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 17:38:45 -0600

The Geneva Motor Show will see the comeback of an intriguing product idea when Mercedes-Benz presents the Coupé range in the new E-Class. Just three months after the presentation of the Saloon, the brand is therefore launching a new highlight in the new model series.