2010 Mercedes E63 AMG Unleashed

Finally the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG sedan is launched along with the first batch of official photos. The E63 AMG capable to produce 518bhp (386kW) and 465lb ft (630Nm) of maximum torque compared to the current car's 507bhp (378kW) and the same amount of torque. Mercedes-Benz is sticking AMG's 6.3-litre naturally aspirated V8 on this one. Performance should be similar to that of the outgoing E63 with figures of 4.5 seconds for the 0 - 62mph sprint and a top speed of 155mph (249km/h).

Despite the minimal increase in power the car is said to quaff 12 percent less fuel resulting in an average consumption of 22.4mpg. One of the components credited for this is the Speedshift MCT 7-speed gearbox found in the SL63 AMG. It has four driving modes namely Controlled Efficiency, Sport, Sport Plus and Manual.

The standard car comes wearing 18-inch AMG alloys with size 255/40 front and 285/35 rear tyres. There is an optional 19-inch rim available. In terms of exterior cosmetics the big AMG gets LED daytime running lights, a more aggressive front spoiler, a rear diffuser and four tailpipes as per current AMG standard issue.

Porsche Cayenne PROGRESSOR by JE Design

JE Design has released its new styling kit and suspension upgrade package for the Porsche Cayenne Type 957 known as the PROGRESSOR. The JE Design Progressor styling kit includes of new front skirt with LED daylight running lights and larger air inlets, headlamp masks, bicolored undercoating that protrudes into the front skirt, side skirts and rear skirt extension and a diffuser look rear skirt extension with 6 integrated LED lights.

The JE Design Progressor Porsche Cayenne is also equipped with four-pipe exhaust system that protrudes through the rear skirt with its chromed oval pipes. The Progressor Porsche Cayenne has been widened by 60 mm at the front axle and 80 mm at the rear axle which goes in hand with the extended wings, adapted side skirts with integrated LED door sill lamps and the SUV-Select wheels.

The car is also fitted with a set of gloss graphite finish five-spike wheels. The size of the rim is measured at 10×22” wrapped with 295/30 R22 XL high performance tires. The suspension system can be upgraded with reduced sport springs, an electroniclowering kit or a version 3 coilover to lower the car between 35 and 70 mm.

2009 Dodge Challenger SE V6 Rallye

Finally Dodge has released official details and a high-resolution gallery of the newest member in the Challenger SE family, the Rallye Edition with the rest of the updated 250HP 3.5-liter V6-powered SEs that receive a five-speed automatic transmission with Auto Stick in place of the previous 4-speed auto box. As we informed you this past weekend, the Rallye package consists of exterior and interior cosmetic upgrades.

For the exterior, the Rallye edition adds hood and deck lid dual stripes with accent color outer stripes, 18-inch wheels with black painted pockets, chromed 'FUEL' filler doo, a body-color deck lid spoiler and Micro Carbon interior accents.

ABT's Tuning Packages for the Audi Q5 SUV

ABT Sportsline has published new photos of its modified Audi Q5. ABT has offers various performance packages for the compact SUV with power and style treatments across the range of trims. For the exterior, ABT's bodykit that includes front and rear aprons, rocker panels, new grille, a relatively large roof spoiler plus various alloy wheels (up to 22-inches in diameter) work to create an aggressive look for the German SUV. Back into the cockpit, ABT's tuning program includes a series of accessories ranging from the decorative inserts made of carbon-fiber to a full leather trim.

The more important news is under the hood as ABT's "power-kits' boost the 2.0 TDI diesel's output from 140 to 170HP, the 3.0 TDI diesel's from 240 to 310HP and the 2.0 TSI gasoline engine from 211 to 240HP with a 275HP version following in the next few months. The engine upgrades can be complemented by a sport brake system with 380mm disc and a sport suspension that brings the SUV closer to the ground.

B&B Launches 500hp Kit for VW Eos

B&B has released 500hp kit for the Volkswagen Eos. Normally found sporting a 2.0-litre TFSI engine good for 147kW (200hp), the B&B engineers decided this was light stuff for the Eos. In keeping with this decision they turned the coupe cabriolet into a powerhouse of note with four different levels of power.

At the bottom of the pile is 360hp (265kW) followed by 400hp (294kW) and then 450hp (331kW) and finally 500hp (368kW). The 500hp (368kW) version makes 650Nm of torque and is said to run from 0 - 100km/h in 4.2 seconds. Naught to 200km/h is done in 13.5 seconds and the top speed is about 308km/h (191mph).

Components installed to achieve these supercar levels of performance include special intake and airflow pipes, a newly developed intercooler turbocharger, high-power injection elements and a more precise fuel pump.

Power like this poses certain engineering challenges as far as the daily use of the car is concerned. B&B made provision for this by installing a special slim line oil cooler, new gaskets, ledges and other parts. An adjustable suspension system has been fitted as well as a high-end braking system. The B&B Eos runs on either 18-inch or 19-inch tyres. Pictured here the B&B Eos is wearing a full body kit by Caractere.

HAMANN Imperator Widebody based on Bentley Continental GT Speed

Hamann has released the performance upgrades designed for the Bentley Continental GT and GT Speed. The sixteen-piece body kit includes a revised front bumper with the latest in LED daytime running light fashion, side skirts and fender flares with vents, and a new rear bumper, diffuser and spoiler. A choice of Hamann-designed wheels is available; 21 x 10.5 inch, or a set of even larger 22-inchers that are 10.5 inches wide at the front and 11 at the rear.

For the performance, ECU upgrade and a new exhaust with high flow catalytic converters, an x-pipe and new mufflers. All these help to boost the power to 650hp and 612 lb-ft. A revised control unit for the Bentley's air suspension is part of the package as well, allowing the Imperator to be lowered 30mm up front and 20mm at the rear for a more race-ready look.

The interior is offered with clear-coated carbon fiber trim, of course, as well as aluminum pedals and a sport steering wheel.


Source: Autoguide