TechArt Panamera Entertainment Package

TechArt has unveiled several new interior options for the Porsche Panamera.

The TECHART Entertainment Kit W2 includes two 7-inch monitors seamlessly integrated into the design of the front seats. It is incorporated in the high-quality TECHART leather monitor console in the color of the vehicle’s interior and located at the front seat backrests. A 6 DVD Changer attends to media playback – discreetly hidden in the trunk of the car.

Another option is the roof mounted Entertainment Kit, available with a pivoting 10.2 inch monitor. The media console with DVD player and integrated USB host, framed in the leather or Alcantara, is integrated into the roof liner of the Panamera. Connection options for a memory stick or a hard disk drive are available. As well as playing all popular media formats, they also offer an infrared remote control and provide the passengers with stereo sound via wireless headphones.






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TECHART Entertainment & Comfort

The TECHART interior manufactory sets a benchmark in terms of individualization for the Porsche Panamera models. In addition to the existing range of interior options, a choice of further high-quality entertainment and comfort is immediately available. The use of the finest materials, the right instinct for aesthetics and the matchless technical precision of the finish formed the basis for two unique entertainment packages and rear fold-away tables, built into the front seats, which deliver significantly more fun during the journey for passengers in the rear of the four-seater.

The TECHART Entertainment Kit W2 includes two 7-inch monitors seamlessly integrated into the design of the front seats. It is incorporated in the high-quality TECHART leather monitor console in the color of the vehicle's interior and located at the front seat backrests. A 6 DVD Changer attends to media playback - discreetly hidden in the trunk of the car.

A further alternative is the TECHART roof mounted Entertainment Kit, available with a pivoting 10.2-inch monitor. The media console with DVD player and integrated USB host, framed in the finest leather or Alcantara, is entirely integrated into the roof liner of the Panamera. Connection options for a memory stick or a hard disk drive guarantee universal applications as a DVD player or as a presentation medium. As well as playing all popular media formats, they also offer the convenience of infrared remote control and provide the passengers with brilliant stereo sound via wireless headphones.

The high-quality TECHART rear fold-away tables, which harmoniously retract into the seat upholstery of the front seats, offer additional convenience. Thanks to a robust mechanism and high-quality materials, the tables function on the one hand as a mobile work station during travel and on the other as a relaxing area for longer trips with the Panamera.


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Mercedes SLK R171 Performance RS

Mercedes SLK R171 Performance RS Piecha Design has just been released and includes a full body kit that makes the car sportier.

The package is finished by 19 inch and 19/20 inch combination Piecha dp2 Phantom wheels. Also, the car has been lowered by 30 mm – not only for the perfect visual impression, but also to ensure the required wheel cover.

Dubbed the Performance RS, the package features an aerodynamic body kit with new front (€1,590) and rear (€1,355) fascias, aggressive side skirts (€450 each), a rear lip spoiler (€255), and SLR-style mirrors (€690). Wheel choices include 19- (€2,700) and 20-inchers (€2,900), with the latter having a 100mm stainless steel outer rim that "perfectly emphasizes the SLK Roadster's wedge-shape."


Mercedes SLK R171 Performance RS Piecha Design has some other accessories like aerowing on the hood, a module that allows you to raise of close the roof at 60km/h and aluminum insertions.

Source: Piecha Design





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Mercedes-Benz SLK R171 Performance RS by Piecha Design

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Stylish tuning is a tradition at Piecha Design. For the current Mercedes Benz SLK R171, the Rottweil tuners present the new performance RS package. It offers a perfect mixture of sportiveness and elegance, as is typical for the company.

The SLK is all grown up now!

The new aerodynamics programme's style is as sportive as it is elegant. It fits seamlessly into the design language of Mercedes-Benz. For the cult Roadster's front, Piecha developed a complete bumper including LED daytime headlights, a wide central spoiler sword and additional brake air channel, integrated fog lamps and lateral double gills. The grille keeps its traditional Mercedes star and is also equipped with polished stainless steel lamellae at the much wider grille bars that reach far to the sides. Rounded side skirts with large air intake channels at the rear end ensure a wedge-shaped looking deeper profile. Optional LED skirt lamps make for gigantic night-light effects. They come on automatically when the vehicle is opened in the dark and indirectly light the area of the side skirts. The striking tear-shaped sports mirrors are attached to two hinged arms and make the SLK look like a true sports car. The re-designed mirrors can be set and heated electrically and folded manually. Piecha Design delivers them completely painted and mounted. For the rear area, Piecha developed a completely new design for the rear skirt. It has a wide grille insert, diffuser and additional under-floor wings. Optionally, the rear skirt is also available with cut-outs for the serial exhaust system or 4-pipe-exhaust systems. An unobtrusive rear spoiler lip integrated flush into the rear lid and reaching all the way to the outer edges provides additional output. The popular Piecha QUADRO exhaust systems were reworked completely and are delivered as a half system from the catalytic converter. It is mounted to the original flange connections without any cutting. The 6-cylinder models are equipped with a flow-optimised X-pipe-adapter and the 4-cylinder version with an adequate connection pipe with V-flange adapter.

The complete aerodynamics programme fits all SLK R171 models incl. facelift and the SLK 55. The only thing to be observed is whether or not the vehicle is equipped with a parktronic (PDC), and, if so, if it is pre- or post-Facelift 2008.

Matching wheel/tyre combinations are 19 inch and 19/20 inch combination Piecha dp2 Phantom wheels. The 19 inch ones are ideal from a driving-dynamics point of view, at the front in 8.5 x 19 with 225/35 ZR 19 and at the rear in 9.5 x 19 with 255/30 ZR 19 tyres. An optical treat, however, is offered by using 8.5 x 19 with 225/35 ZR 19 tyres in front and combining them with 9.5 x 20 drop-centre rims at the rear axis and 265/25 ZR20 tyres. A special drop-centre rim version with a gigantic 100 mm stainless steel outer rim was developed particularly for the 9.5 x 20 rims. This version perfectly emphasises the SLK Roadster's wedge-shape and fits under the serial body with only little reworking. A basic prerequisite for this, however, is that the car is lowered by about 30 mm - not only for the perfect visual impression, but also to ensure the required wheel cover.

To top everything off, the SLK R171 Performance RS programme must of course include popular accessories such as the aerowings for the hood, the comfort vario roof module with "one touch function" and the possibility of opening or closing the roof at up to 60 km/h, the "must have" power converter for perceptibly improved acceleration and a more dynamic reaction and small attributes such as door pins with high-quality aluminium. The real glass wind deflector with perforated inserts for the roll-bar are necessities as well, since it not only enables a clear view to the rear but also reduces air vortices in the interior to a minimum and offers an optical contribution to the overall package.

Prices

Front skirt complete as indicated 1,590.00 Euros
With PDC 1,690.00 Euros

Rear skirt complete as indicated 1,355.00 Euros
With PDC 1,455.00 Euros

Side skirt with grille insert per side 450.00 Euros

Surcharge for LED skirt illumination 298.00 Euros (both sides)

Rear spoiler lip 255.00 Euros

Glass wind deflector set with bar inserts 398.00 Euros

Painted sports mirrors Pair 690.00 Euros

Complete wheel set dp2 Phantom
8.5x19 with 225/35 ZR19 front
9.5x20 with 265/25 ZR20 rear 2,900.00 Euros
Alternative
Rear 9.5 x 19 with 255/30 ZR19 2,700.00 Euros

QUADRO half system for SLK 200 1,190.00 Euros
QUADRO half system for SLK 280-350 1,285.00 Euros


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Porsche Panamera Black Edition by Techart

The Porsche specialists from TECHART have unveiled today the TECHART Porsche Panamera Black Edition. a new individualization program for the Porsche Panamera. The black matt exterior is complemented by an Aerodynamic Kit I, multifunctional daytime running lights system in black and the exhaust system.

Considering that in many cultures the colour black symbolizes individuality, autonomy and experience the Techart Porsche Panamera Black Edition received a completely matt black exterior along with a set of 22 inch TECHART Formula II light alloys that also painted black.

In the terms of interior ambience, the brand’s designers have restyled the Panamera Turbo’s cabin with black top-end leather and alcantara as well as hand-sewed decorative stitching and leather piping in flamenco red. Moreover, all interior components like trims, door entry guards, cup holder or air vents present themselves in a premium matt black painted design.


Techart also prepared the Carbon Kit matt black, which includes dashboard trims, door panel trims and center console at front and rear. And to further demonstrate they thought of every detail, Techart also offers custom floor mats in black.






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TECHART Black Edition

Black - the most dominant of all colors. In various cultures of the world, it symbolizes characteristics such as individuality, independence and experience - concepts that characterize TECHART and its customers. Reason enough to put the combined experience and individuality from TECHART to work in order to give the Panamera a unique appearance - the TECHART Black Edition.

The Panamera captivates with its exterior kept entirely in matt black. From the TECHART Aerodynamic Kit I to the multifunctional TECHART daytime running light system in black and the TECHART exhaust system, all exterior components across the board merge equally seamlessly into the matt black design. Just the red TECHART logotype gleaming through the spokes of the sporty TECHART 22-inch Formula II light alloy wheels provides a point of contrast in the deep black and powerful appearance of the four-seater.

In the vehicle interior, the Black Edition also does credit to its name. Materials of the highest quality reflect the individual design of the exterior also in the internal space of the Panamera. Finest black leather combined with alcantara as well as hand-sewed decorative stitching and leather piping in flamenco red let the driver feel the impressive TECHART character. In addition, all interior components like trims, door entry guards, cup holder or air vents present themselves in a premium matt black painted design. Quality and precision in every detail - typical TECHART.


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Mountune Ford Focus RS MP350 performance package

Ford recently unveiled a 350-hp version of the Focus RS in a limited run of 500 units, which was reportedly sold out in the first 24 hours. The MP350 package is available for current RS owners, as well as new buyers.

The car hits 60mph in 5.4 seconds, compared to the RS500 hitting 62mph in 5.6 seconds.  With the MP350 kit, RS owners will reach 100mph (161 km/h) in 12.2 seconds, and 150mph (241 km/h) in 35.0 seconds.  Top speed is 165mph (266 km/h) on the car.

The upgrades won't exactly give you a proper RS500, but the power will be there. Some owners might even find it as a good thing, seeing as they won't be forced into the matte black paint scheme standard on the RS500.

The modifications consist of five key components; a new intercooler, a high-flow exhaust downpipe, a redesigned airbox, uprated fuel delivery module and recalibrated ECU. Owners will need to have the car modified either by Mountune directly, or through seven selected Ford dealerships around the country. The kit will be made available in other European markets later in the year.





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FORD-APPROVED PERFORMANCE UPGRADE FOR FOCUS RS NOW AVAILABLE

• Ford-approved 350 PS engine upgrade for new and existing Focus RS
  owners
• Engine modifications developed in partnership with Mountune
  Performance
• Full testing and durability programme ensures no impact on standard
  warranty
• Upgrade available through selected Ford dealers, initially in the
  UK, with a European roll-out planned to follow

COLOGNE, April 9, 2010 - Owners and buyers of the current generation Ford
Focus RS 305 PS superhatch can now access a Ford-approved performance
upgrade package that boosts peak output to 350 PS and 460 Nm of torque.

The MP350 package is available from Mountune Performance via a selected
network of Ford dealers, initially in the UK, with a European roll-out
planned to follow. This is the only Ford-approved upgrade for the Focus RS
and also the only aftermarket package available which does not invalidate
the standard Ford warranty.

The engine modifications it provides are similar to those developed for
the exclusive new limited edition Focus RS500 model and were developed by
Ford's Team RS powertrain engineers in partnership with Mountune's
performance specialists.

"Ford's relationship with Mountune has produced a series of dynamic
performance upgrade packages for Ford models like the Focus ST and new
Fiesta, and we are confident that the Focus RS package will prove equally
successful," says Matthias Tonn, Focus RS500 Chief Programme Engineer.
"While the limited edition RS500 we are unveiling at the Leipzig Show today
will remain the ultimate Focus RS, this upgrade provides existing customers
with the attractive Ford-approved performance enhancement option that many
RS owners have been asking for."

The Focus RS performance upgrade increases peak power from 305 PS to 350
PS, while torque rises by 20 Nm to 460 Nm. Modifications include a larger
intercooler, a larger air filter box, a larger diameter exhaust downpipe and
an uprated fuel pump, along with an updated software calibration.

Mountune also offers Ford approved performance upgrades in selected
markets for the current Focus ST and Fiesta 1.6 Ti-VCT models, and the
previous-generation Fiesta ST.

Mountune's experience in motorsport and high-performance engines spans
over 20 years and this strong heritage even includes the original RS500, as
Mountune supplied the engines for the Ford Sierra RS500 Cosworth which won
the British Touring Car Championship in 1990 driven by Robb Gravett.

Further details of the Mountune upgrade packages available for Ford
vehicles, including the Focus RS, can be seen at www.mountuneperformance.com




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Startech _ 2010 Jaguar XJ

The German tuner, Startech, revealed the first details of their tuning package for the new Jaguar XJ.The package includes modifications to the car's aerodynamics, a lowered ride height, 21-inch forged wheels, and a redesigned interior.

The aerodynamics package including a new front bumper with LED daytime running lights and larger air intakes and new side skirts. The rear of the Startech Jaguar XJ program includes a new rear bumper and new exhaust tips. two integrated striking Startech exhaust tips, rear spoiler lip, and 21" three-piece forged wheels. The car’s ride has been lowered by about 30 millimeters.

The XJ has received tailor-made STARTECH Monostar J Diamond edition rims. The three piece forged wheels come in a 21 inch size and feature mirror polished surfaces combined with brushed-look surfaces. The tuner has also modified the vehicle’s suspension system, lowering it by 30 mm.

Pricing was not revealed on the Startech Jaguar XJ sedan.






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The STARTECH Program for the New Jaguar XJ

The new XJ sedan from Jaguar enters the luxury car market with a markedly progressive design. Soon STARTECH will offer an exclusive sport program for the new XJ. The product lineup will include a dynamically styled aerodynamic-enhancement kit, custom-tailored 21-inch forged wheels with corresponding ride-height lowering, and exclusive interior customization options.

The sleek roofline of the XJ gives the car almost fastback character and it immediately sets the new Jaguar apart from the rest of the luxury sedan market. The STARTECH designers have developed a sporty yet elegant body kit that will make the new XJ even more unique.

The front of the four-door car gains even more profile with the STARTECH front element that attaches to the production bumper. Its large air ducts are an instant eye-catcher while the overall sophisticated shape of the STARTECH component reduces lift on the front axle. LED daytime running lights integrated into the air ducts optimize active safety on public roads.

The front fenders are replaced by STARTECH quarter panels whose integrated air outlets lend the sedan a more sporty appearance. They are complemented by new rocker panel trim that attaches in front of the rear wheel arches.

The rear of the XJ also received an innovative STARTECH upgrade. The new rear apron features an integrated diffuser and two integrated striking STARTECH exhaust tips that are combined with the production exhaust system.

An understated rear spoiler lip on the trunk lid creates an optimal aerodynamic balance between front and rear. It is the final piece in the STARTECH body kit for the Jaguar.

Special versions of the STARTECH Monostar J Diamond edition wheels were developed specifically to complement the STARTECH designer suit and to make full use of the available space in the wheel houses of the new Jaguar XJ. The three-piece forged wheels are mounted in size 9.5Jx21 in front and in size 11Jx21 on the rear axle. The wheels feature mirror-polished surfaces interspersed with brushed-look sections and represent a perfect combination of light weight and top quality.

STARTECH also offers a matching ride-height lowering of the XJ's adaptive suspension by some 30 millimeters.

The new British luxury car is also an excellent object for exclusive interior upgrades à la STARTECH. The interior designers have a multitude of leather and Alcantara colors on offer that the master craftsmen in the company upholstery shop transform into custom interiors at the highest level of perfection.

Another exceptional STARTECH specialty is the transfer of a truly maritime ambiance into the interior of an automobile. On the XJ that goes beyond a fully leather interior crafted from especially soft and breathable riverboat-design leather.

A new type of wood trim, assembled from hundreds of individual parts to resemble a miniature yacht veneer, is an absolute jewel. Depending on customer preferences the wood trim can feature blond ash wood with dark brown separating layers or in the style of classic Italian sport boats brown mahogany with blond separators. Customers can also choose from high-gloss polished smooth and open-pore matte surface finishes.

In addition, STARTECH also offers a wide range of select accessories such as high-gloss-polished stainless-steel scuff plates with illuminated STARTECH logo and high-quality floor mats with color-coordinated leather borders.


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Cosworth announces Impreza STI CS400

Subaru has announced the result of its automotive collaboration with Cosworth to bring you the new Subaru Cosworth Impreza STI CS400.

The Cosworth Subaru Impreza STI CS400 develops 400PS (395bhp) at 5,750rpm. However, the torque figure has not yet been announced. The company says the Cosworth Subaru Impreza STI CS400 is able to rocket from 0 to 62 mph in 3.7 seconds which brings it extremely close to the supercar realm. The standard car needs 5.2 seconds to reach the same speed.

Engine-mods aside, Subaru reported that the Cosworth Impreza STI CS400 will feature a bespoke brake package with six-pot callipers and 355mm discs at the front developed in partnership with AP Racing, an upgraded suspension and a new sport exhaust system.





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COSWORTH IMPREZA WILL HAVE SUPERCAR-HUMBLING PACE

The result of one of the most eagerly anticipated automotive collaborations in recent times is heading fast towards Subaru dealerships. The Cosworth Impreza STI CS400 officially goes on sale in June, and is set to offer performance-car fans the thrill of a lifetime.

Subaru has confirmed the car will boast an impressive 400PS (395bhp) at 5,750rpm, sufficient to dispatch the 0-62mph sprint in just 3.7 seconds (compared to 300PS / 296bhp at 6,000rpm,and 5.2 seconds for the standard Impreza WRX STI). This ensures the Cosworth-tuned car will be one of the most accelerative all-wheel-drive hatchbacks ever.

Subaru also reports that the Cosworth Impreza STI CS400 will feature a bespoke brake package - with six-pot callipers and 355mm discs at the front - developed in partnership with AP Racing, giving the car prodigious stopping power. Coventry-based AP Racing is a leading supplier of brake and clutch components to teams in the Formula One Championship and the World Rally Championship, as well as to leading supercar brands including Bugatti.

A wide range of further upgrades have been made to the suspension, exhaust and to the donor Impreza's exterior and interior styling. An exclusive, limited edition run of 75 Cosworth Impreza STI CS400s will be produced, and full details of pricing and technical specification will be announced closer to the on-sale date.


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Audi S5 by Senner Tuning: White Beast

German tuner Senner Tuning has released its take on Audi's S5 Coupe. The call it the White Beast - apparently the Germans learned their "lesson" after last year's "White Power" RS6...

Visually, Senner has added a new front fascia, mimicking that of the Audi RS5, as well as a rear lip spoiler, LED taillamps and a new rear apron. Large 21-inch wheels better fill out the wells, and the suspension has been lowered (40 millimeters in front, 35 in back) to give the car a more aggressive road stance. Inside, a carbon fiber interior trim package has been added, as well as a new tachometer display screen.

Not only the optics but also the engine power has been upgraded. An additional 30hp and 35Nm are available for Audi S5, creating an overall power of 384hp and 475Nm. They have achieved the increase by installing a performance air filter plug-in package and a different exhaust system. Furthermore, the speed limitation of 250km/h was raised, so now the car can reach 285km/h. The acceleration up to this speed was boosted by the Power Converter, an electronic module of acceleration of the signal from the gas pedal.

The interior has strong carbon fibre finishes to emphasise the car's performance abilities. Senner charges €18,990 (US$25,338) for the package, including technical inspection costs.





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White beast - by Senner Tuning AG

The German art of tuning: a worthy example is the new S5 that had taken the form of a truly individual "sports car" in the hands of Senner Tuning AG tuners from Ingelheim. Apart from the decent design kit, Senner Tuning still has various upgrades ready to apply on the S5 series.

A front spoiler, stretched deeply below, with a large air inlet in RS5 Look with a well-suited radiator grill, designed in the form of cells, contributes to the perfect car body along the sliding air streams and optics. Additionally, we can find a rear spoiler lip at the body, as well as a rear apron unit performed in Carbon Look by Rieger tuning house. To make the appearance complete, the car is equipped with modern LED back lights, and a number-plate light has light-emitting diodes in clear white, too.

But this is still not enough. As the name "white beast" implies, not only the optics but also the engine power have been upgraded. With parametric surface optimization, performance air filter plug-in package and exhaust system, additional 30 ph and 35 Nm are now available for Audi S5, and the overall power now makes 384 ph and 475 Nm.

Furthermore, the speed limitation of 250 km/h was raised, so now the car can reach the full 285 km/h. The acceleration up to this speed was boosted by the Power Converter, an electronic module of acceleration of the signal from the gas pedal.

The corresponding sound of the newly acquired power is produced by the Senner Tuning exhaust system which emphasizes the car's sport-style appearance optically, too, with its four exhaust pipes of high-grade steel. The exhaust system includes a sport exhaust silencer and an X-pipe and is provided with an EU grant for vehicle operating.

To make the performance of the reinforced motor core optimal for the street and allow no losses, the craftsmen from Senner Tuning use lowered suspension springs with 40-mm suspension at the front axle and 35-mm suspension at the rear axle which also create a nice-looking aspect between the body and the rims.

In addition, giant and two-parted 21-inch polished light alloy wheel rims Work Varianza T1S in diamond black, that were produced exclusively for Senner Tuning, find their application with the white beast. High-performance tyres by Hankook with an S1 Evo label, as big as 255/30 R21 and 295/25 R21, were installed on 9x21" and 10,5x21" rims. And there is no need to adjust the wheel arch edges!

The interior has also undergone some changes. A carbon fiber interior package, including the tachometer display screen, sticks out from the rest. There is also a fancy foot mat of high-quality velour - this is where sport ambitions merge with individuality.

The cost of the whole renovation kit is 18,990 Euro including technical inspection fees!

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