So everyone in the states is patiently awaiting the 5th release from Scion: the 2011 iQ.  Yes, the car that Top Gear named 2008 Small Car of the Year and the car Five Axis decided to roll out with at SEMA this year. But now, it looks as though British Aston Martin owners are going to get a pint-sized treat, if they so choose.

Toyota is developing a handful of iQ’s specifically for Aston Martin owners dubbed the Aston Martin Cygnet City Car.  This vehicle won’t be available to the general public you see, but rather as a fashionable grocery getter for existing DB9, DBS and Vantage owners.  The $32,000 Cygnet will be just about triple the price of a Toyota/Scion iQ, but owners should expect nothing less then Aston Martin signature style inside and out.

Big thanks for Auto Express for the Press Release and info.

ACT’s new clutch kit for the BMW M3 features a Heavy Duty Pressure Plate that incorporates hardened diaphragm fingers for decreased wear and provides a 44% increase in clamp force over the stock unit.

The ACT Street Clutch Kit combines the Heavy Duty Pressure Plate and a Performance Organic Disc, a disc that features special performance organic friction materials to withstand increased heat and abuse, steel backed linings for high burst strength and modifications engineered for quicker shifting. The ACT Street Clutch Kit provides increased pedal feel, smooth engagement and significantly improved consistency, durability and increases the torque capacity to 397lbs/ft

ACT Race Clutch Kits will hold 508 lbs/ft of torque. Metallic Ceramic Xtreme Discs are available in 4 and 6 puck sprung and un-sprung hub designs and are very durable while allowing for quick shifting. The Xtreme Discs are design for high power engines and are recommended for track use only.

To Download this Press Release in its entirety - ACT PR - BMW E46 M3 Clutch Kit

Ny-Trex has just introduced the next phase of nitrous innovation: The Triple- Threat EFI wet nitrous system.  Each system includes a unique precision-machined billet aluminum Triple-Threat Valve solenoid system. Exclusive to Ny-Trex, this system features three integral solenoid valves combing nitrous, fuel and purge all into one compact, neat, organized, easy to install component for a clean promising a professional look.  Like all Ny-Trex solenoid valves, the Triple-Threat Valve System is backed with a lifetime warranty.

Ny-Trex Triple-Threat systems deliver the power and ease of use expected from a well thought-out technically advanced nitrous system with features that insure dependable results. V8 systems include jetting to produce 50 to 150 horsepower while 4 & 6 cylinder systems provide 35 to 100 HP jetting.
Ny-Trex Triple-Threat systems have been thoroughly dyno-tested to deliver optimum power and ensure the safest and most reliable operation of any system available today.

Each kit is complete including tuning jets as well as a complete purge system with V-spray, liquid filled bottle gauge, T-Rex injector nozzles, powder-coated 10lb bottle with chrome Hi-Flo 660 bottle valve with integrated gauge port. For the ultimate in engine safety, a fuel pressure safety system is included to safeguard the engine from low fuel conditions that could cause damage.

Systems are easy-to-install using only the highest quality materials and components to produce the best performing, best looking and most reliable wet nitrous system available today and affordably priced. Combining quality, performance, value and innovation to produce the most complete systems in the industry, Ny-Trex is the future of nitrous.

To Download this Press Release in its entirety - Ny-Trex Triple Threat Nitrous System

So who is the champion Supercar?  The Bugatti Veyron or the McLaren F1?  Watch the video and remember why you love Top Gear.

All our systems are back online now and we do not expect any more downtime. No data was lost.

Details are still scarce as Rackspace engineers continue to work on the situation; however, we have been assured the root problem will be found and corrected. Rackspace has an amazing track record and we’re confident they will take all measures necessary to prevent a future occurance.

To stay abreast of the most recent news we suggest you stay tuned to Rackspace’s blog and twitter feed. We’ll update this post with any additional relevant information as it’s available.

We’re extremely sorry for the inconvience and are doing everything we can to make sure this doesn’t happen again. If you have any questions please feel free to leave a comment or contact us.

Kyle
founder & chief geek

HKS is never one to follow trends - they set them.  So it should come as no surprise that the first batch of Hyundai Genesis products are hitting the shelves and the streets.  HKS’s initial run at the Genesis is sure to have something for everyone; from the Legamax Exhaust and S-Type Intercooler for the performance minded or the Limited Edition Oil and Radiator Cap for the dress up types.

Here’s a quick rundown on what HKS has for your Hyundai Genesis:

For more information, check out HKS

So Toyota is trying to do a little fund raising and who better to benefit; then you! Toyota has decided to put a fair amount of spare parts from their F1 team for sale online at suprisingly low prices.

How about a Front Nose for 1600 Euro or rims for 250 Euro per rear?  You can practically build an F1 shell for under 10,000 Euro.  Just add 2JZGTE, Getrag 6 and the rest of the functional part and you’re good to go!

Check out the Toyota F1 Shop to start dressing up your man cave.

MR Technology, the only patented step-down process that tunes your intake to factory safe air/fuel ratios.  Give your ride a competitive edge with the SP1512, a dyno-tuned masterpiece that generates up to 8HP and 7Ft/Lbs of Torque.  Who would you trust: that company that invented the step-down process or the competition trying to figure out how the step-down process works?  Injen Technology, the only choice!

To Download the Press Release in its entirety - Injen PR - SP1512P

Magnaflow has the Power and Sound you’re looking for!  The new 2010 Chevrolet Camaro has been long awaited and is sure not to disappoint.  Do yourself and your car a favor by strapping on an exhaust from Magnaflow.  Choose from the screamin’ Street Series in either Axle or Cat-Back OR take it to the next level with the Competition Series for your SS V8.

• 16579 - V8, Street Series, Cat-Back
• 16581 - V8, Street Series, Axle-Back
• 16580 - V8, Competition Series, Cat-Back
• 16582 - V8, Competition Series, Axle-Back
• 16583 - V6, Street Series, Cat-Back
• 16584 - V6, Street Series, Axle-Back

Every system is constructed from Stainless Steel and comes with Magnaflows’ Lifetime Warranty.

The Chevrolet Camaro has come out of retirement to once again take down challengers that have taken over a reemerging pony car market.

K&N has released a replacement air filter (33-2434) for the 2010 Chevy Camaro for both the 3.6 liter V6 and the 6.2 liter V8 engines. This air filter drops directly into your factory air box and is backed by K&N’s Original Million Mile Limited Warranty.

The 33-2434 is designed to increase acceleration without sacrificing performance. K&N replacement air filters employ an oiled cotton media making them washable and reusable.

K&N has been making replacement air filters in Riverside, California since 1969. The 33-2434 will be the last air filter your Camaro will ever need.

Check out the full Press Release at K&N Engineering