Car Customization

Most of us would be satisfied with the Lamborghini Aventador’s monstrous 515kW (700hp) and 690Nm (509 lb-ft) of power. But, not exotic tuner Vorsteiner. The firm’s “LP-740” project is now complete. As the name suggests, the supercar’s 6.5-litre V12 now produces 544kW (740hp) and 737Nm (544 lb-ft), thanks to an …

Although the 2015 Ford Mustang is still a year away from hitting the showrooms around the globe, that doesn’t stop a few enthusiastic tuners from coming up with their early customisation proposal for the car. One such proposal comes from Forgiato Wheels and Kris Horton (KH) of CarsbyKris. As you …

German tuning house, Manhart, has presented their latest creation at the 2013 Essen Motor Show. The Manhart MH1 400 is a heavily modified BMW M135i packing, you guessed it, 400hp (294kW) and 561Nm of torque. To get the additional 59kW of power and 111Nm of torque from the M135i’s 3.0-litre …

Exotic tuner DMC has collaborated with PUR Wheels to create this stunning McLaren MP4-12C “Velocita SE”. The highlight of the supercar is the PUR TEN alloys, finished in Anthracite and measuring 19-inch for the front and 20-inch at the rear. The wheels are complemented by DMC’s styling and performance package which …

Vorsteiner has released their tuning package for the F10 BMW M5 sedan. Made mostly of carbon fibre, the aerodynamic body kit features a new aero front spoiler and rear diffuser, both made using the tuner’s pre-preg (pre-impregnated) autoclave technology. This technology, according to Vorsteiner, promises greater stiffness, aerospace strength and …

Most tuners will customise a car by adding a few bits of aero kit, but not Vilner. The Bulgarian tuner has taken a previous-generation BMW 6 Series and completely altered its front fascia and rear end. And I must admit, it actually looks pretty good. I was never a fan …

Startech has unveiled their Range Rover Sport at the 2013 Essen Motor Show. The sporty Range Rover is given a more distinctive and dynamic look with an aerodynamic body kit that comprises a new front bumper with larger air intake and an extra pair of LED daytime running lights. There …

BMW has partnered with the Associate of German Vehicles Tuners (VDAT) to come up with this year’s “TUNE IT! SAFE!” vehicle, a BMW 428i Coupé by Aachen-based BMW tuning specialist, AC Schinitzer. VDAT launches a special concept car every year under the motto “Only serious and safe tuning will bring …

ABT has announced their latest styling and performance upgrade for the Volkswagen Mk7 Golf GTI. Set to be unveiled at this month’s 2013 Essen Motor Show, Golf GTI “Dark Edition” wears a black paint finish with red accents on the tasteful body kit. The body kit comprise a front spoiler …

2M-Designs have rolled out a new tuning program for the Jaguar XF 3.0D S, in collaboration with Loder1899 and MB-Individual Cars. The package takes the 3.0-litre sequential turbocharged diesel engine from the factory 205 kW to 253 kW with the help of a remapped engine management unit, revised intake and …

Russian tuner, TopCar, has released an updated Stingray GTR package for the recently facelifted 2014 Porsche Panamera. It’s a comprehensive aero kit that includes replacement of almost all of the Panamera’s external body panels, including new front and rear bumpers, bonnet, front and rear wings, doors and side sills. TopCar …

While Lamborghini is busy preparing the Lamborghini Gallardo’s replacement, the Lamborghini Cabrera, German tuner, xXx Performance has prepared a new styling and performance kit for the Gallardo as sort of a last hurrah for the model. We’ll start with the styling side of things. This is one of the most …

RevoZport has brought out their visual and performance package for the Mk7 Volkswagen Golf GTI Performance called the RAZOR 7. The tastefully subtle styling kit includes a double decked front splitter, carbon fibre bonnet with two vents, carbon fibre mirror caps and redesigned carbon fibre skirts. At the back, the …

The Lexus IS350 F Sport concept created by DeviantArt Design Challenge winner Rob Evans, has been unveiled at the 2013 SEMA. In the few months leading up to the SEMA show, DeviantArt and Lexus challenged the design community to show their vision for the 2014 IS with custom exterior treatments and …