Tuning: Audi Q5 custom concept

Audi Q5 a 'tuning' of 408 horsepower and can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph (100 kph) in just 4.4 seconds the car is most striking of the 20 vehicles displaying the German company of four rings in the traditional meeting of GTI Wörthersee (Austria).

This custom Audi Q5 concept uses the same 3.0 TFSI V6 engine of the new Audi S4, Audi S5 Cabriolet and Audi A6, but its power has been elevated from 333 to 408 hp, which allows it to accelerate faster than many of Supercars of the market.

 The body is painted in dark gray matte (Daytona Gray), tires are 21-inch seven double rays. In addition there are details in orange, as the throat or lower rims of the front grille.

 Obviously the suspension has also been lowered, and this custom Audi Q5 concept is 60 millimeters lower than the standard model, while its width has been extended 90 millimeters.

A large spoiler and other elements that improve aerodynamics and enhance your style complete the exercise undertaken by Audi, which used many elements which could be on sale in the future for the compact SUV series.

Tuning: Edo Bentley Speed GT

Not much time passed between the appointment of Bentley Continental Supersports in the 2009 Geneva Auto Show, as the most powerful in the history of the brand, so a tuner announced a development that exceeds the benefits of the above model, based on Continental GT Speed.

And the manager could not be other than the famous German coach EDO competition, tuner used in making the final word on the best cars on the market. As was done in ultra-sports version of the Continental GT, which, the exclusive manufacturer and English had improved its performance in the amazing Speed version.

The result of this preparation makes the Bentley Speed GT Edo spent an impressive output of 680 HP at 6000 rpm and a torque of 650 pounds per linear foot. Sufficient to propel this exclusive coupé to 211 mph, and accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.2 seconds.

Benefits obtained through implementation of a new exhaust system for high-performance stainless steel and a reprogramming of the ECU, the prominent W12 engine from 6 liters of the Continental GT Speed. Changes that are accompanied by a sound of the exhaust system, adjustable by remote control to the driver.

The Edo Bentley GT Speed also features changes to its exterior, although less dramatic, are still being showy. These include 20-inch wheels, lowered suspension 35mm ¿ electronically adjustable ?, and a two tone paint, which can also be customized to suit your buyers happy.

Tuning: Nissan GT-R Cobra N+

For the tuners seems that no car is powerful enough and colorful. An example of this are the coaches of Cobra Technology & Lifestyle, who took the Nissan GT-R will barely reach the European market, and prepared him a tuning kit, which they take the best of imposing afloat Sports.

The Nissan GT-R Cobra N +, at first sight is distinguished by its black paint with yellow edges which give it an intimidating appearance. Aesthetic that complements the aerodynamic improvements, such as a new front bumper, side skirts and a prominent broadcaster and the rear spoiler.

While the aerodynamic optimization of Nissan GT-R could be somewhat redundant to some, given that the production version offers an exceptional 0.27 coefficient Cx, this kit is part of an aerodynamic package that was rightly complements the rest of his aesthetics, which are also part of its alloy wheels, 21 inches.

On the mechanical preparation of Cobra Technology & Lifestyle, took the V6 engine of 3.8 liters turbocharger to give the Nissan GT-R Cobra N + a power of 550 HP-65 HP increase, and a torque of 680 Nm sufficient to develop a maximum speed of 200 mph, or do 0 to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds.

The Nissan GT-R Cobra N + is able to achieve these wonderful benefits through the reprogramming of the ECU, an increase of 0.15 bars pressure turbo, and improvements in systems for both air intake, and exhaust. And best of all is that the developers of Cobra Technology & Lifestyle, and plans to create an even more powerful version of this sport, which undoubtedly will not be missing buyers.

Tuning: BMW ALPINA B6 GT3

One of the surprises that offers rewarding the Geneva Auto Show 2009 is given by the manufacturer ALPINA, introducing competition version of the BMW 6 Series which will take B6 GT3 by name.

After an interval of 20 years, ALPINA returns to the track with the competition model BMW ALPINA B6 GT3, will participate in the FIA GT3 European Championship. Return is promising, given the successful history of ALPINA in this area, where several of their models were prolifically led by pilots of the caliber of Niki Lauda and James Hunt, achieving two victories.

Hence ALPINA is considered more than a coach of a car manufacturer, who has worked with the help of BMW for years. Development which the BMW ALPINA B6 GT3 is a great example. Auto based on the 6 Series incorporates an aerodynamic kit which stresses its large rear wing and diffuser, along with a much lighter body.

The propeller of the BMW ALPINA B6 GT3 is capable of producing a maximum power of 530 HP and a torque of 725 Nm, based on a block of 8 cylinders in V and 4.4 liters of displacement, fed by a radial compressor that allows you to achieve a maximum speed of up to 186 mph, through a system of relations 6.

The best of the BMW ALPINA B6 GT3 is that not only is intended to track the competition, but will also be offered to private clients, collectors and amateur pilots. Predilection that will very probably rise as more victories in the European circuits come.

Bugatti Veyron Vincero by Mansory

Exclaimed the Nessun Dorma from Giacomo Puccini's opera Turandot, which culminates in a sound Vinceró! This famous aria inspired development based on another masterpiece, this time in the automotive industry, and the result: the line Vincero the Bugatti Veyron.

And Nessun Dorma has been interpreted by the best tenors of the world, a Bugatti Veyron can only be prepared by one of the size of tuner Mansory. Development which could see a preview a few months ago at the exclusive licensee "Prestige Cars Abu Dhabi" in the Arab Emirates. 

Finally we learn more details on the Bugatti Veyron Vincero Geneva Auto Show in 2009, brilliantly played by Mansory preparation, where they were modified engine, exterior and interior of the Bugatti Veyron 16.4.

At first glance, the Bugatti Veyron Vincero dazzles with its imposing exterior, which are more aesthetic touches, such as a new fascia on the front, LED lights, which achieves a successful symbiosis with the "V" of the grid, as well as skirts side, and a new rear diffuser.

Other details are on account of new inlets and developed a bigger spoiler in carbon fiber. As also highlighted forged wheels, and an exclusive interior trim is set with white LED internal lights.

In the mechanical part, by streamlining the intake and exhaust systems, the Bugatti Veyron Vincero develop achieves impressive 1109 horsepower and a torque of 1310 Nm. Figures, bearing in mind the opulent place is being offered, suggests that buyers in any way lacking.

Concept Cars: Audi Future

Audi looks at the future. The german company of the four rings asked the students of Applied Sciences from University of Munich (Hochschule München)  how would they like Audi cars to be in the future, and they replied with visionary ideas, from a highly sportive hybrid to an ultra light interior design concept.

The most outstanding results of this initiative called 'Emotional Intelligence' are present in eleven radical concepts and a book that is already on sale, Audi Design Projekt.

The main theme, as usual, the technology is put into renewable energy and environmentally responsible.

The futuristic design is combined with electric or hybrid vehicles. In the final selection there are sports cars,  a reinterpretation of the interior of a vehicle and Sedans science fiction, among others.

The aim of the project 'Emotional Intelligence' is to introduce a premium brand like Audi sports, as well as a pioneer in technology and design.

The balance between innovation and brand recognition has to be present in a great looking product and that simultaneously satisfies the needs of society. That is why all the concepts presented are trying to maintain the DNA of Audi.

¿The results are surprising, says Wolfgang Egger, chief designer of the Audi Group. Do students have answered the question about the mobility of the future so bright and very persuasive. Each concept, each model contains at least one idea or characteristic that could safely include in our future cars ".

During the creative process, the designers at Audi were supporting the students. After all, they are constantly contributing ideas to strengthen Audi's image as a leader in automotive design.

What separates a designer from the rest is its special ability to conceptualize the future and viewing images ¿, said Stefan Sielaff, head of Audi design. Do the progress we are facing reality, as reciprocating engines or more efficient vehicles, also require responses from the designers.

Have we found fascinating how students responded to this challenge, beyond the technical and regulatory requirements to be met by the series of car design.

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