Tuning

If you think the Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8’s muscly 344kW of power and 624Nm of torque from its 6.4-litre V8 aren’t enough, German tuner GeigerCars is here for the rescue. With the aim of surpassing the power output of SUVs like the BMW X5M and Range Rover Sport SVR, the …

ADF Motorsport has envisioned a racing version of the 2015 BMW 1 Series hatchback as a possible entry for the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC). Aimed as a design study, the recently revised 1 Series has been transformed with aggressive racing attachments. The modification includes a new front bumper complete with …

A power to weight ratio of 2.83 kilograms per hp, supercar-taming 3.4 seconds sprint from zero to 100km/h and a top speed of over 300km/h. This is the new Oettinger 500R, based on the Volkswagen Golf R. Unveiled at the 2015 Wörthersee GTI gathering in Austria, the street-legal race car …

How to make a family saloon stand out from the crowd? First of all, you will need a sleek saloon. And the third generation Mazda6 fits the bill just right with its low slung roofline, prominent nose and lifted rear deck. Then, chuck on some cool wheels, reduce the ride …

If you can’t wait to get your hands on the upcoming Volkswagen Golf R 400, then look no further than Volkswagen Group tuner, ABT Sportsline. The tuner has brought a heavily modified Golf R to the 2015 Wörthersee GTI gathering in Austria. Called the ABT 400, the custom Golf R …

After a string of teasers Volkswagen has unveiled the Golf GTI Clubsport concept, ahead of its public debut at the Worthersee GTI Meeting tomorrow. The Golf GTI Clubsport was developed to celebrate the nameplate’s 40th anniversary. Pumped up with aggressive aero bits and 19-inch alloy wheels, the Golf GTI Clubsport …

ABT Sportsline has released a new tuning package for the Audi TT Roadster. Expressing its sharper dynamics is a new front lip spoiler, mirror caps, sideskirts, rear diffuser and a fixed rear spoiler. There’s also the ABT exhaust system with black chrome-plated tailpipes and lasered ABT logos. The car sits …

Audi will be showing a one-off TT-based concept car at the Wörthersee car festival later this month. Drawing inspiration from the Audi 90 IMSA GTO of the late 1980s, the Audi TT clubsport features an innovative electric-biturbo powertrain for strong torque, high peak power and spontaneous response. The five-cylinder 2.5-litre …

US wheels specialist, Vossen Wheels, has been keeping themselves busy lately, especially with their new found interest in tweaking Lexus cars. Just last month, they rolled out a Lexus RC F with gorgeous 20-inch Vossen  VPS 311 forged monoblock wheels. Now, they are digging the slammed VIP look with this Lexus …

German tuner Lorinser has introduced a new tuning program for the Mercedes-Benz C400 4Matic. Updates to the exterior include redesigned front and rear bumpers, a darkened grille and new rolling stock. Adding to the aggressive looks is a new quad tailpipe sports exhaust system integrated into the rear bumpers. Under …

Hamann Motorsport has unveiled their stunning F10 BMW M5 Mi5Sion, complete with a widebody look and menacing front fascia. Dressed in “storm-trooper” white, the German tuner has modified almost every panel of the donor M5, including bespoke front and rear bumpers, restyled side skirts, wheel housings and even the car’s headlights. …

German aero specialist Piecha Design, inspired by the passion and flair of the Jaguar F-Type have now put their own design stamp on it, with the introduction of a new aerodynamic styling package designed to enhance the sporting flavour of the British Roadster. Available for all 3.0-litre V6 and 5.0-litre …

Chevrolet has introduced the 2016 Corvette Z06 C7.R Edition – a road-going, track-capable homage to the Corvette Racing C7.R racecars. Limited to only 500 examples, the C7.R Edition is offered in Corvette Racing’s signature yellow livery – or black – with coordinated exterior and interior accents. Going on sale later …

Premium wheel manufacturer ADV.1 has released new photos of their latest project – a BMW M4 Coupe rolling on a set of staggered 21-inch ADV06 Track Function CS wheels. The super lightweight wheels, finished in Gloss Bronze with Polished Lips, adds a nice contrasting effect to the mineral black BMW M4 coupe. …