2010 Lumma Design Porsche Panamera

Remain unimpressed by the all set Porsche Panamera performance, LUMMA Design has decided to give the four doors of the Gran Turismo from Zuffenhausen a new character. In this modification, by tailoring a carbon coat to the outer shell and refine the interior as well, the tuners had successfully turned the Panamera into the LUMMA CLR 700 GT, a Porsche Panamera with racing character.

At LUMMA Design base in Winterlingen, Germany, the Panamera is equipped with a large number of carbon parts. The Panamera’s cup spoiler sword, lateral air inlets, rear skirt corners and the entire rear diffuser are made of carbon, while the side skirt and the rear wing are completed with aluminium stilts. Besides, the front spoiler with LED indicators, wing extensions and rear skirt with the air vents, and the Kevlar bracing ultra-light sports bonnet with the two additional air vents, complete this LUMMA aerodynamics kit.





For the wheels, LUMMA Design fits the CLR 700 GT with the “Racing Edition“, a forged wheels in 10.5×21 inches with tyres measuring 265/30 at the front- and 12×21 inches with tyres measuring 305/30-21 at the back axle. At the engine, LUMMA Design is already working on a performance enhancement up to 700 hp (515 kW). The engine optics kit in red with carbon inlay and the coat of arms logo is already now available.

To combine sports and luxury in the interior, LUMMA Design offers the aluminium pedals and the light alloy foot, an entire leather- and ultra-suede equipment with silver decoration stitches, the silver seat-belts at all four seats, the type plate displaying the consecutive serial number, the door sills with the illuminated lettering “CLR 700 GT“ as well as the velour floor mats and the boot mat with the LUMMA coat of arms logo and leather edging.

More information on the 2010 Lumma Design Porsche Panamera is available at www.lumma-design.com

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2010 Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera

Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera, making its entrance to continue the success of its predecessor which was launched in 2007, is mentioned as the new top model in the Gallardo line-up. Having been trimmed by 70 kilograms (154 lb) compared with the Gallardo LP 560-4, the Gallardo Superleggera introduces the lightest road-going model in Lamborghini’s range with a dry weight of no more than 1340 kilograms (2954 lb).

The key factor for the light road-going of the Superleggera is the use of carbon-fiber components for the exterior and interior as well. It is thus supported with the use of the lightweight Gallardo Superleggera 19-inch units wheels made of forged aluminum that save 13 kilograms (28.6 lb). The wheel bolts are made from light and rigid titanium, while the tires are 235/35 ZR19 at the front and 295/30 ZR19 at the rear and come from the Pirelli P Zero Corsa series. With all exterior modifications directed at increasing aerodynamic effects, the Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera is said to bring a whole new meaning to the term “super sportscar”.





In the Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera, LP stands for “longitudinale posteriore” and refers to the orientation of the V10 engine – which is mounted longitudinally behind the driver, just like every Lamborghini engine. The number 570 refers to the maximum power output in CV, which equates to 419 kW and is available at 8,000 rpm. Equally impressive is the pulling power – the torque curve peaks at 540 Nm (398,3 ft lbs) at 6,500 rpm. The increase of 7 kW (10 CV) is the result of the new dedicated engine management strategy.

The V10 has a displacement of 5204 cm3 and achieves a specific output of 80.5 kW (109.6 CV) per liter. Special features on this long-stroke engine with an aluminum crankcase include dry sump lubrication and a cylinder angle of 90 degrees. Both solutions lower the center of gravity, thus improving the handling dynamics. To ensure an ideal combustion chamber fill, the engine has an adjustable intake manifold and continuous control of the chain-driven camshafts.

The Gallardo Superleggera is also considerably more efficient – compared with its predecessor, its fuel consumption in the EU driving cycle is reduced by 3,5 liters per 100 kilometer (0,9 gal), or 20,5 percent, to 13,5 liters/100 km (16 mpg). This improvement is partly due to the “Iniezione Diretta Stratificata” gasoline direct injection, which injects fuel into the combustion chambers at pressures of up to 100 bar. The tumbling mix cools the combustion chambers, which enables a very high compression ratio of 12.5:1 which, in turn, increases efficiency.

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2010 speedART BTR-II 650 EVO Porsche 997 Turbo

speedART, the Porsche Tuner specialist, has presented its latest innovation of the tuned and modified version of the new Porsche 997 Turbo 3,8l with PDK-gearbox, speedART BTR-II 650 EVO Porsche 997 Turbo. The modification carried out by speedART has provided the 997 Turbo with custom wheel and suspension, custom body kit, as well as enhanced power.

To customize the wheel and suspension, speedART provides 997 Turbo with forged and weight reduced modular twin spoke wheels type „LSC FORGED = Light Spoke Competition“ in 8,5” and 12 x 20“ with 245/30 and 325/25 ZR20” in many different colors (price for complete set 6.640,- €). To harmonize, sportive and adjustable sport suspension in many different variations from type “street sport” up to or “race sport” incl. PASM function is available.





For the 997 Turbo exterior, speedART provides the speedART body kit “BTR-II EVO”, which consists of a new designed front bumper with spoiler lip and gun-metal frames for more downforce and better brake cooling (EVO-version), a new designed side skirts, rear diffuser and a rear spoiler with movable rear wing which is available in car color or original carbon. For the interior, speedART Individualize the new Porsche 997 Turbo with sport steering wheel for all models and with F1 shift paddles for PDK, sport seats with carbon shell in leather or alcantara, special leather or alcantara applications, and carbon interior parts in many colors as well.

Enhancing the 997 Turbo power, it is the speedART BTR-II 650 EVO (Bi-Turbo-Racer 2 generation with 650 hp), which is based on Porsche 997 Turbo with 3,8l engine and PDK shiftbox. The power increase of 150 hp and 150 nm consits of a modified motronic to enlarged the power boost in combination with bigger VTG-turbo chargers, a sport exhaust with sport cats and twin tail pipes plus sport headers/manifolds, sport air filter and enlarged intercoolers. With this power enhancement, speedART BTR-II 650 EVO Porsche 997 Turbo can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 3,2 seconds and reach the top speed over 330 km/h.

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2010 AC Schnitzer 5 Series GT BMW F07

AC Schnitzer has introduced the AC Schnitzer 5 Series GT, a customization completed for the BMW F07. Having individualized the car with the Gran Turismo/Grand Tour concept, the tuner guaranteed to have given the BMW F07 driving comfort and performance at the highest level.

The AC Schnitzer customization features for the BMW F07 include among others the twin sports rear silencer with “Sports Trim“ tailpipe trims and the chromed “Racing“ tailpipe trim, the AC Schnitzer suspension spring set, the AC Schnitzer front and rear spoilers, Bonnet Vents with chromed centre web, the AC Schnitzer side skirts, and the AC Schnitzer rear skirt which enhances the flowing dynamics of the coupé-like roof line.





For the interior, AC Schnitzer completed the BMW F07 with a cover for the i-Drive System Controller, foot rest and pedal set in aluminum, as well as velour foot mats and boot mat behind the frameless doors.

To support the Grand Tour concept, AC Schnitzer offered the silver wheels Type IV in 19? or the BiColor Version in 19? and 20?, the AC Schnitzer wheels Type VII in silver and BiColor in 22? and the alloy forged wheels in Type V in 20? and 22?, and the brand-new Type VIII rims in 19? or the racing forged alloys Type VIII in 22?. All wheels are available with suitable tyres.

Finally, to provide more pulling power and racing flair, engine upgrading has also been offered by AC Schnitzer. As a result, the AC Schnitzer 5 Series GT BMW F07 has gained an improved performance from 245 to 286 HP for the six-cylinder 530d. It is subsequently demonstrated externally by the AC Schnitzer engine styling with capacity logo.

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2010 Lotus Evora Carbon Concept

Lotus Evora has presented the basis of the carbon design concept unveiled at the 80th Geneva Motorshow. The Evora Carbon Concept car, revealed to emphasize Lotus’ motorsport pedigree, introduce a stylish carbon fiber, leather and alcantara interior, aggressive carbon diffuser and composite body.





The Evora exterior styling direction is marked with a structural carbon fiber roof, Lotus Motorsport influenced carbon diffuser and carbon splitter. In the interior, the Evora combines the lustre of the carbon panels with perforated leather and matt alcantara. The bespoke interior uses swathes of grey alcantara to cover the footwell, dashboard and roof. The leather and alcantara are put side by side with the hard surfaces of the carbon fibre.

The Evora Carbon Concept car has diamond cut forged 19” alloy wheels front and rear, shod with Pirelli P-Zero Corsa tyres (235/35 wide front and 285/30 wide rear). The wheels and tyres fill the wheel arches to give the car a purposeful appearance.

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2010 Citroen Survolt Concept

CITROËN is proposing a new automotive vision with Survolt. Initiated by the Revolte concept car revealed at last year’s Frankfurt Motor Show, Survolt is the continuation of CITROËN’S exploration of distinctive and original electric vehicles. Survolt Concept turns received notions through its radically new vision in a consummate blend of high-fashion glamour and motor-racing extravagance.





Survolt features two-tone paint, hues of fuchsia and charcoal grey, and plays with materials and volumes. It is further characterized by the strong contrasts between the voluptuous bonnet and and sculpted flanks with emphatic wheel arches. At the front, the distinctive Citroen badge reigns above the large oval-shaped grille, while its slim and horizontal head lamps are inspired by sports coupés. At the rear, Survolt features the elegant light signature of Revolte together with a spoiler in an essential reference to motor sport. Inside, Survolt’s cockpit is designed like a floating cell with a glass setting held between chrome-finished roll bars.

With its compact dimensions of 3.85 meter long, 1.87 meter wide and 1.20 meter high, Citroen Survolt Concept re-appropriates sports car styling cues to form an all-new and revolutionary concept. Like the Revolte concept car, Survolt is powered by electricity, thus combining sports performance with environmental respect and sustainable development.

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2010 5 by Peugeot Concept

As part of its new Marque project, Peugeot is launching the 5 By Peugeot concept. This modular technology incorporates HYbrid4 technology which will be launched as standard on the 3008 from 2011. With its dimensions, proportions and styling, the 5 By Peugeot concept is a response by the Marque to radical changes in the market for large, luxury saloons.







The design of the 5 By Peugeot concept has been guided by the ongoing research into perfectly balanced and streamlined body shapes. The contours of its three-compartment body is underlined by the streamlined sides which are enhanced by beveled, brushed-aluminum window surrounds, door handles in the same material, and sculpted 19” wheel trims. At the front, the “LED tubes” are highlighted by a luminescent surround. While at the rear, the lights are composed of three raised red clusters.

Designed by incorporating the HYbrid4 technology, A 2.0 l HDi FAP 120 kW (163 bhp) diesel engine of the 5 By Peugeot concept is mounted at the front of the vehicle and is combined with a 27 kW (37 bhp) electric motor at the rear. This provides the concept car with an overall maximum power of 147 kW (200 bhp). In addition, the 5 By Peugeot concept also benefits from an electric only mode at low speeds, four-wheel drive on demand, and low levels of fuel consumption and emissions (3.8 liters/100 km or 99 g/km of CO2, or 0 in electric mode).

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2010 BMW Alpina B3 S Biturbo

Turbo-charged automobiles have always played a central role in BMW Alpina. In 2008 the BMW ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo rekindled this tradition, combining Bi-Turbo charging with the compact dimensions of the BMW 3 Series. Now, the new BMW ALPINA B3 S Bi-Turbo couples improved performance and torque with reduced fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.





The B3 S Bi-Turbo’s exceptional powerplant yields 294kW (400hp) at 6000rpm with a maximum torque of 540Nm (397lbs-ft) at 4500rpm. Prerequisite for this level of performance is the BMW V8-like performance 3.0-litre straight-six cylinder petrol engine with 2nd-generation direct injection (centrally-located injectors) combined with Bi-turbo charging. In conjunction with this, the new BMW ALPINA B3 S Bi-Turbo retains its fuel economy figures: just 9.7 l/100km (29.1 mpg) and 224-225 g/km CO2 in the combined EU test cycle and achieving EU5 Emission Standard.

The dynamic appearance of the B3 S Bi-Turbo is in part defined by the modern and functional front spoiler. As standard, the B3 S Bi-Turbo is underlined by the new ALPINA CLASSIC 19? light-alloy wheels combined with MICHELIN tyre. Besides the standard, wheel/tyre set-up with 245/40 ZR18 front and 265/40 ZR18 rear combined with a 19? wheel/tyre package is available as an option in either DYNAMIC or the new CLASSIC design. Whether the Saloon, Coupé, or Convertible, the new BMW ALPINA B3 S Bi-Turbo offers a performance with a comfort and everyday usability.

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2010 Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept

Opel has introduced a new vehicle with a concept intended to visualize the qualities that will characterize the re-energized Opel/Vauxhall brand, Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept. The Flextreme GT/E concept is a next step in Opel’s strategy for the electrification of the automobile, which includes a wide portfolio of products using battery, extended-range, hybrid, and fuel cell technologies.





Electricity plays a key role in Opel’s strategy for achieving independence from fossil fuels. The Flextreme GT/E concept is designed to illustrate how extended-range electric vehicle (E-REV) technology can be plugged into large or mid-size vehicles, as well as compact cars. Opel calls this strategy “e-mobility unlimited:”, a strategy by adapting the highly efficient E-REV drive system which removes the limitations of battery-only power.

Designed in an aerodynamic purposeful body, the Flextreme GT/E concept is able to achieve a projected drag co-efficient of just 0.22, helping it reach a 200 km/h-plus top speed as well as conserve energy and extend driving range. This enables the car to offer zero CO2 driving emissions.

Sized in 4.7-meter long, the low and coupé-like proportions of Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept features a low and wide stance, wing-shaped lights front and rear, a distinctive nose and grille, floating C-pillars and sculptured bodywork.

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