BMW 1-series by Tuningwerk

Don't be fooled by the racing livery on the BMW 1-Series you see before you. This is a fully street legal car and it packs a hell of a punch. Tuningwerk who reside just around the corner from the Bavarian auto maker has upgraded the 3.0-liter engine to generate a total of 521hp (388kW / 528PS) and 614Nm (453lb-ft) of torque. We are told it will enable a top speed in excess of 300kph (186mph). The tuning modifications include a titanic exhaust system and it also incorporates an upgraded cooling system. The body is treated to a GT4 front lip, engine hood, boot lid and rear spoiler that are all made from carbon fiber. The Recaro PolePosition bucket seats are made from the same lightweight material and contribute to the extreme weight loss. The tuner also adds a set of 19-inch rims that are wrapped by Dunlop Sport Maxx tires and behind them are upgraded 370mm or 380mm carbon ceramic brake discs. The final model is said to be ready to pass FIA admission regulations with only minimal changes.

Press release:

UNCOMPROMISING 1st M RS BMW with 521 HP by TUNINGWERK

The fact that the TUNINGWERK company specializes in BMW models, has geographical grounds, as Puchheim is a catchment area of Munich and probably rather the other way round. The BMW head office is situated in Munich. On the other hand, the question was only in time for the well-acknowledged BMW models that the 1st BMW M-Version would appear. TUNINGSWERK has given it no other name than the 1st M RS.

The motor, also referred to as engine, was completely modified. The transmission of the back axis was shortened up to 3.25 transmission ratios, optionally 3.45 are also possible. As a differential locking it has a suitable for the power to weight ratio Drexler lock. The cooling system was completely modified, including the second oil cooler. The model has a titanic exhaust system. The engine clutch has unconditionally optimized stability, it is well suited for the city traffic, and herewith a racing clutch is possible. But for eventually planned racing some further small modifications for the FIA admission are needed, such as the expansion of the case. There is still much potential in further weight reduction, while the door trims and insulation material is in the original state. GT4 front lip, engine hood, boot lid and also rear spoiler and Recaro seats called PolePosition are made of carbon. It is possible to install doors out of the same material and plastic side glass, however with the full case. The 3-x club sport lorry running gear can be combined with H&R lightweight stabilizers upon request.

The important connection between the vehicle and the road in this case is provided by the forged ATS superlight 9x19 inches rims on the front and 10x19 inches rims - on the back. Additionally, the vehicle is equipped with 245/35R19 Dunlop blow-up „Sport Maxx" tyres on the front axis and 285/30R19 ones - on the rear axis. As an alternative, there are also FlowForming Crosslight ATS rims of the same size. The car has installed steel breaking system with discs 370 mm in diameter by Mov'it to take care of the perfect stop, where the 380 carbon ceramic discs are also possible.
Due to this balanced mix of tuning means, the TUNINGWERK succeeded in creating the driving dynamics of an outstanding quality. The six three-liter cylinders with 521 hp or 388 kW enable 614 Nm maximal torque from 2,800 rpm and maximal speed of 300 km/h (depending on the type of tyres!) This 1st M RS BMW by TUNINGWERK is undoubtedly a perfect compromise between the street and the race track.

The car tuning costs including vehicle: 119.000 Euro!

DMC Terra 650 based on Porsche Cayenne II

Taking a break from their core focus of tuning Lamborghini cars, DMC Design has released preliminary images of their styling and performance package for the Porsche Cayenne II dubbed, Terra 650. DMC reports a growing number of their clientele using the Porsche Cayenne or Panamera as their daily car, and therefore, thought a moderate tuning program for the Porsche models would be a good opportunity for cross sales.

Set to debut at this week's Top Marques Monaco show, the Terra 650 components were engineered to be direct replacement parts with an installation time of 1-2 hours. As a result, the exterior styling focuses on spoilers and diffusers but not bumper fascias as they require painting. All six replacement parts are made of carbon fiber and include hood, side skirts, side mirrors, rear wing spoiler, liftgate trim and graphics kit.

On the engine performance side, DMC decided to provide an upgraded turbo charger with turbine wheels made of titanium-aluminum. This helps reducing the inertia and thus gives a much better gas response. Fitted with DMC's brand new compressor wheels, the airflow is a maximum 10 percent greater than the original turbos. The result is an increased power output of 650 PS (478 kW / 641 bhp) instead of the original 500 PS (368 kW / 493 bhp).

Dodge Challenger SRT-8 by AAC Automotive

German car wrap firm CCG Automotive has given the Dodge Challenger SRT-8 a unique look as well as some serious tuning under the hood. Created as the company's demo model, the wrap job features a combination of flashy green and carbon-white colors with contrasting elements in black. LSD wing doors were also added and the front fenders were widened for the three-piece black painted Asanti wheels in sizes 9x22 and 10x22 inches with Pirelli Scorpion Zero Rollers in the dimensions 265/35R22 and 295/30R22. But it's not all about one extravagant wrap job. The company from Monschau also worked over the engine to increase power output from the standard 425hp (317 kW / 431 PS) and 420 lb-ft (569 Nm) of torque to 600hp (447 kW / 608 PS) and 470 lb-ft (638 Nm) of torque. This was accomplished by increasing displacement of the 6.1-liter HEMI-V8 engine to 7.0-liters via a stroker kit. a gas guzzler for sure, however, CCG has reeled in the econmy fact by installing a PRINS Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) system which includes two carburetors and a 120-liter tank. Pushed to the limit the Challenger easily exceeds 300 km/h (186 mph) but not before CCG upgraded the notoriously poor suspension with an adjustable KW coilover system. CCG also devoted attention to the interior by covering all cheap looking plastic surfaces, seats, dashboard and headliner with neatly stitched Alcantara and leather in anthracite/black. Red seams and edge piping provide a nice contrast. For tunes, the factory-installed MyGIG hard disk audio system with Radio, CD/DVD player and Touch screen as well as the SRT Option Package II with 13 Kicker SRT high-performance loudspeakers, a 322-watt Kicker SRT amplifier and a 200-watt Kicker SRT subwoofer provide top end sound quality.