Fiat 500 Abarth Assetto Corse

The 190 hp Abarth Fiat 500 Assetto Corse has been built in a limited number of just 49 cars and features a full racing transformation. The Abarth Fiat 500 Assetto Corse has a wider track, 17-inch ultralight racing wheels, low ride height and sports racing mirrors. The Abarth Fiat 500 Assetto Corse also comes with a roll-cage type-approved for competition, sports seats, racing steering wheel and carbon door panels.

Ford Focus RS 2009 promo video

Ford has released 2009 Ford Focus RS promo video that shows the new model in blue during a photo shoot.
The 2009 Ford Focus RS is powered by a 2.5-litre, 5-cylinder engine that's good for 300PS and 440Nm of torque. The 2009 Ford Focus RS has a top speed of 263 km/h and that is able to get from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds. Price for the European market will start at 39,000 Euros.

Project Kahn Ferrari 599 GTB

When anybody of us imagine a Ferrari we usually see a red sport car that can goes beyound 300 km/h and impress everyone on the road. People might say that a Ferrari that’s not red is not actually Ferrari but Project Kahn turned a gray Ferrari 599 GTB into a excellent car. The british tuning company modified the car’s suspensions, installed a new exhaust system, 20″ rims for the front part and 21″ rims for the rear part of this car. Probably the rims will turn a lot of heads and since it has smaller rims in the front side the car is more aggressive and has better aerodynamics. The engine wasn’t modified. But hey, this car still could reach a top speed of 330 km/h.

Opel Insignia exterior design video

After the Opel Insignia has been announced as the Car of the Year 2009, Mark Adams, Vice President of Design for GM Europe, explains the exterior design of the Opel Insignia sedan which aims to be a combination between art and German precision. This video explaining its exterior design.

Lorinser Mercedes C350

Mercedes C350 comes with V6, that has a exellent sound at around 3000 rpm that’s just like a gathering of sonic fury. The german tuner Lorinser thought they could give it a facelift and they prepared a special styling kit and a slight power boost for the C350. The serial version has 272 HP and a torque of 350 Nm and after the engine cooling unit was modified, the team from Lorinser added 33 HP to this engine. For the car’s exterior, they installed a new front grill, new front and rear bumpers, side skirts, a racing car rear wing, new muffler tips and 19″ alloy rims.

Loder1899 Ford Focus ST

Loder1899 is a car tuning company from Germany that mostly modify cars made by Ford. Their latest project is based on Ford Focus ST. At the exterior they made a new body kit, put on it new 20″ alloy rims, a new exhaust system and a new, lower suspension system. They also upgraded the car’s engine cooling unit so the 2.5L engine can develop 270 HP. The car can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.5 seconds and it could reach a top speed of 250 km/h.

Fiat Grande Punto 1.6 Multijet 120hp

Fiat has launched in Italy the Fiat Grande Punto 1.6 Multijet 120hp. This Fiat have 120hp from it's 1598 cm3, 4-cylinder in-line, 16 valves engine. This motor outputs 120 hp at 3750 rpm and 320 Nm of torque at 1750 rpm. The Fiat Grande Punto 1.6 Multijet 120hp features a turbocharger with electronically controlled variable geometry which improves the power delivery and offers high torque at low engine speeds.
Grande Punto 1.6 Multijet needs 9.6 seconds to reach 100 km/h and has a top speed of 190 km/h. Price starts at 19,400 Euros for the three-door model and at 20,100 Euros for the five-door model.

Mazda 3 model 2010

The new Mazda 3 is perfectly positioned in modern auto market, offers a mix of quality, styling, power, dynamics and fit and finish, and will offer standard and optional equipment that not found on other cars in this class - more value for less money. The 2010 Mazda3 Sedan will be available with a MZR 2.5L engine with 167 hp and will be equipped with Self leveling Bi-Xenon headlights and an Adaptive Front Lighting System. The equipment list will include the advanced keyless entry and push-button start, Hands-free Bluetooth cell phone and audio player integration, Multi-Information Display (MID) and a power driver seat with memory.

Romahome R10 Citroen Nemo

It's not all about power and speed. Romahome launch their latest small motorhome - the Romahome R10 Citroen Nemo. The Nemo comes equipped with either the 1.4 petrol injection or the 1.4 HDi diesel. This motorhome offers a 6 ft 4 ins long single bed space, a galley kitchen and a two burner hob. Solar panels are also there to power the LED rear lighting system. As standard, the Romahome R10 Citroen Nemo comes with a portable water carrier, a Camping Gaz bottle. The Romahome R10 Citroen Nemo price is 18,995 pounds.

HAMANN Volcano Mercedes SLR McLaren

The German tuner finally released the complete details and photos of their latest project: the HAMANN Volcano Mercedes SLR McLaren is powered by a 5.4 liters V8 engine that gives 626 hp and 780 Nm of torque. With this engine, the HAMANN Volcano Mercedes SLR McLaren goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.6 seconds and up to a top speed of 348 km/h. This is 14 km/h faster than the standard version and 11 km/h faster than the SLR 722 special edition. Outstanding! Visually, the HAMANN Volcano Mercedes SLR McLaren features front- and rear wing extensions, new side skirt attachments and sheathings, a new bonnet and a rear diffuser. Price has not been specified yet.

Mishimoto Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X

The custom built Mishimoto Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X will have its premiere at the 2008 SEMA show in Las Vegas. Modifications of exterior of the Mishimoto Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X include a Chargespeed full exterior carbon-fiber body and the interior comes with a Autopower rollcage, NRG carbon-fiber bucket seats, a new steering wheel, a turbo timer, a Profec B boost controller, water temp, boost and oil temp gauges. The body and suspension of the Mishimoto Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X received extensive modifications. For better performance, the Mishimoto's Lancer Evo X features a new exhaust system, upgraded radiator and intercooler, a new turbo and an upgraded engine management system.

Mansory SLR Renovatio black and white

Mansory SLR Renovatio is one of the best modified cars in the world. Mansory created a special white paint scheme that’s mixed with carbon fiber elements. The carbon fiber front apron, side skirts and rear apron are black and they add an incredible visual effect. Mansory also tweaked this car’s performances and they installed new better compressors, new air filter and they modified the engine’s management system. Specs: The car has a 5.5L V8 engine that can develop 700 HP and 880 Nm with a top speed of 340 km/h.

RUF electric Porsche 911

The tuners from RUF announced that they have developed an electric Porsche 911 - the eRUF Model A. This Porsche is powered by an electric motor and lithium-ion batteries that together are able to develop 150 kW (or 204 hp) and 650 Nm of torque. With a top speed of 225 km/h and a 0 to 100 km/h acceleration time of around 7 seconds the RUF electric Porsche 911 gets a range of around 280 km on a single charge of the batteries.
eRUF Model A electric Porsche 911 is still in a concept phase, but a limited series production is near.

Skoda Superb GreenLine

The Skoda Superb GreenLine is powered by a 1.9 TDI PD engine, equipped with diesel particulate filter, that gives 105bhp and is joined with a 5-speed manual transmission. The Skoda Superb GreenLine offers a 55.4 mpg fuel economy with this engine in a combined cycle and a 136 g/km CO2 emissions level. To be able to offer these numbers, the Skoda Superb GreenLine is lighter than the standard model, and has a longer gearing. Also have a re-mapped engine. The aerodynamics has improved and low resistance tires are installed.

Lexus IS250 Sports Concept

The Lexus IS250 Sports Concept has its premiere in Sydney. The Concept features visual and performance upgrades including brakes, shock absorbers, sway bars, chassis braces, air intake, clutch, short shift kit, exhaust, 19-inch wheels, engine cover and spoilers. Each component has been designed and tested to strict Lexus standards and provides a quantifiable benefit to the vehicles' handling and performance.

FPV 5th Anniversary

Ford Performance Vehicles released today the FPV 5th Anniversary to celebrate 5 year of production. This model has been unveiled at the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney and will be available in 200 units. The car comes equipped with 19" multi-spoke alloy wheels in Alpine Silver and a premium 6-piston Brembo brake package. The interior of the FPV 5th Anniversary includes Nudo Leather as standard with embossed logos and a build badge number mounted on the center console. The FPV 5th Anniversary price is $71,890.

HSV Senator Signature SV08

Holden also revealed in Sydney today the limited edition HSV Senator Signature SV08. This model will be built in a limited run of 20 pieces whit manual and 30 with automatic gearbox units. The HSV Senator Signature SV08 comes with lower paint-outs and extra chrome accents on the side mirrors and door handles, 20" Pentagon wheels as standard and features a Magnetic Ride Control suspension with Sport mode and a front and rear Park Assist system.
The HSV Senator Signature SV08 is powered by a V8 engine developing 317 kW coupled with a new Tremec TR6060 gearbox. Price for this car is $82,700.

Volkswagen Tiguan Caractere

Caractere released their latest body kit for the Volkswagen Tiguan. This body kit includes a new front spoiler, rear spoiler and tow bar. The Caractere Volkswagen Tiguan body kit also comes with a new front grille, roof spoiler in two new designs - Sport or Classic, and wheel arch extensions. The Caractere body parts are made from PURim and are TUV certified. The price for this vehicle has not been announced yet. Company says it will go on sale next year.

2009 Subaru Impreza WRX Sedan

Subaru Australia presented the new 2009 Subaru Impreza WRX sedan at the Sydney International Motor Show. This car puts out 26 kW and 23 Nm of torque more than the previous model that gives total power figures up to 195 kW at 6000 rpm and 343 Nm at 4000 rpm. The 2009 Subaru Impreza WRX sedan has a fuel consumption of 10.4 l/100km and a 247 g/km CO2 emissions level.
The Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive Impreza WRX will feature a new mesh grille, red brake calipers and wider tires. Inside, red stitch seating will add to the sporty appearance. All new Impreza WRX versions will share the new suspension package, producing more sharper, aggressive handling.