2012 Hamann Porsche Panamera Cyrano

HAMANN CYRANO – A fascinating customizing program for Porsche Panamera

The name HAMANN-Motorsport is known all over the world. With the introduction of the new program for Porsche’s Panamera, the tuning company from Laupheim, Germany, commends itself again as the address to be when it comes to sporty accessories and exciting chassis designs for the posh models of the high-end sport cars.

Sporty elegance gives distinction to the HAMANN-CYRANO design: In order to meet the highly visual requirements and aerodynamic demands, the HAMANN engineers revamped the front of the four-seater completely. Larger air intakes in connection with perfectly integrated daytime running lights give the Porsche an even more dynamic look. Moreover, the optimized airflow – generated by the redesigned bonnet – reduces the lift at the front axle even further. Adding 60 mm width to the front and rear fenders makes the GranTurismo look even more imposing and are instrumental for the powerful overall appearance of the HAMANN customization. The HAMANN side skirts were modelled such as to steady the airflow across the sides and let the stylish sports car appear even closer to the tarmac and stretched. In order to reduce the up-lift forces at the rear axle, the HAMANN engineers developed a special diffuser rear apron for the sedan from Zuffenhausen. The apron encases the striking dual tailpipes of the sports exhaust system and makes this car’s rear a real eye catcher.



To bring the mighty appearance of the CYRANO to a full circle, HAMANN added its new 22-inch rims: UNIQUE FORGED “GUNMETAL”. The design of the extremely light wheel combines sportiness and elegance. The recommended front wheel/tyre combination is 9.5Jx22 inches with 265/30 ZR 22 tyres. The rear is fitted with 11.0Jx22 inch rims and 305/25 ZR 22 tyres.

Special eye catchers are the new alu wheels with special suspensions or a lowering module for the air suspension that lowers the Panamera’s center of gravity up to 30 mm. At the same time, the handling of the sports car is notably improved.



The powerful enhancement of the Panamera Turbo will soon be offered by HAMANN as the core part of its customisation program. Included in this upgrade – which is still under development – is a rear sports muffler as well as a new engine management system. The result is a performance increase by 80 hp and a torque that has been enhanced by 120 Nm.

HAMANN completely redesigns the interior of the Panamera and turns it into a Five-Star VIP Lounge. The factory-installed interior has been replaced with the finest leathers. The HAMANN aluminium pedal system shines brilliantly in the footwell and complements perfectly the medical applications of the car’s serial production interior.
Whether it is double clear-coat finish, leather, or Alcantara – what ever your heart’s desire, it is available upon request. From personalized foot mats to complete interior leather finish, everything is made with the highest degree of craftsmanship and precision. Individually designed and integrated into the vehicle by masters of their craft.

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Now here’s an unusual candidate for hot rodding: A 1960 Vespa 400 Microcar turned pro street monster. Power comes from a blown Chevy 540, and the owner claims that this car is streetable as well.

Mazda MX-5 Spyder & Mazda2 Turbo for SEMA Show

Mazda has announced it plans to introduce the MX-5 Spyder and the Mazda2 Turbo at the SEMA Show on Tuesday, November 1.

First up, the MX-5 has a new aerodynamic body kit, a lowered suspension, Brembo brakes, tinted headlights and Advan Racing wheels.

Next, the Mazda2 Turbo has a front lip spoiler, extended side skirts and a prominent rear wing and feature a 2.3-liter 4-cylinder engine with 260 hp.

2012 Ferrari California to Receive a Power Upgrade Package

According to a recent report from Car magazine, the 2012 Ferrari California will be more powerful, lighter and some new technologies.

Thanks to an optimized ECU and a new exhaust system, the 4.3-liter V8 engine will reportedly produce 483 hp and 505 Nm of torque - an increase of 30 hp and 20 Nm. Besides, the California is expected to drop approximately 30 kg, allowing the supercar to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 3.85 seconds.

Meanwhile, the cabin will likely feature an updated infotainment system and an upgraded SCM magnetorheological suspension control system that respond in just five milliseconds.

Prices for the 2012 Ferrari California are not announced yet.

Home » Opel » Opel plans to become an electric mobility leader

In a recent interview with Automotive News, Opel's sales and marketing chief Alain Visser revealed the company wants to "be the market leader in electric mobility".

The executive also said "By the year's end, Opel will decide whether to bring the RAK-e concept into regular production". If it is green-lighted, it could reach the market as early as 2013. The RAK-e could be priced from approximately €10,000 ($14,030) and may be built by KTM subsidiary Kiska in Salzburg, Austria.

In addition, Opel is working on an electric minicar. The car most probably will be a sister model to the electric version of the Chevrolet Spark minicar.

[Source Automotive News]

Genty automobiles represents the Akylone

French car manufacturer Genty Mobile presents the Akylone, a new mid-engine super sports car boasting amazing performance thanks to the twin-turbo 4.8-liter V-8 production 1000 hp at 8000 rpm and 1200 Nm of torque. The car weighs only 1100 kg, has a front-to-rear weight distribution ratio of 42:58 used a seven-speed Xtrac sequential gearbox with paddle shifters and carbon fiber chassis. The carbon-ceramic brake system uses 396 mm discs with 6-piston calipers at the front and 380 mm discs with 4-piston calipers at the rear axle, while the 20 "wheels with 265/30 tires on the front and 335 / 30 tires are fitted on the rear.

Akylone top speed of 350 kilometers per hour, with acceleration from 0-100 kmh sprint of 2.7 seconds, 0-200 kmh 7.2 seconds and 0-300 kmh 14 seconds, which is just faster than Bugatti Veyron supercar. One of the official pictures of cars Genty published (see gallery) portrait of a golf Akylone with paint-job, which might be an indication of future racing plans for the newborn French supercar. The Akylone to its official debut at the end of 2012 at the Paris Motor Show, no information on prices or the number of units produced is released to make.

Source : auto-show-review.blogspot.com

Mercedes SLS Black Series spied

These pictures are proof that Mercedes is on a hardcore 208 hours miles Black Series version of his work SLS AMG supercar. The powered-up and stripped down Mercedes SLS AMG Black Series, spied here in testing for the first time at the Nurburgring is to go on sale in 2013, costs about 50 percent more than the 'standard' £ 168,395 gullwinged coupe.

Autocar understands the decision, a Black Series version of the SLS make as far back as 2006, when the development of the standard AMG super sports car was first started. The Black Series' dramatic body, including a large fixed rear wing, front splitter, rear diffuser and additional cooling on the hood and a wider track for the first time a preview of the SLS GT3 race car at the 2010 New York Auto Show.

AMG engine boss Friedrich Eichler said in 2009 that "there will be much more" even from the SLS 6.2-liter V8 engine that produces 563bhp and 479 pounds-feet in the standard car.

Mercedes insider revealed that outputs ft probably around 600 hp and 500 pounds in the Black Series are. A larger air manifold, higher compression and reprofiled camshafts are among the expected improvements. A mechanical limited-slip differential is also tipped to be beefed Black Series as part of upgrades and the seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox up to handle the additional torque to be absorbed.

These performance upgrades, as well as a 50kg reduction in curb weight and improved aerodynamics package, is expected to lead to a 0-62mph time of 3.5sec and a top speed of 208 mph. The standard SLS can crack 0-62mph in 3.8sec and reach a top speed of 197 mph.

Source : auto-show-review.blogspot.com

Suzuki to launch on R3 in Japan before landing in India?

OnCars.in reported that Suzuki is the killer eagerly awaited R3 innovation in Japan before shipping it to start Maruti Suzuki dealer showrooms. The production model specification bug in during the Auto Expo in January 2012.

Prototypes of enthusiasts forum BHP.com team showed the Ritz-based seven-seater MPV canceled built with components from the new Swift.

The diesel engine is a must for an MPV in India will come from Fiat. The 1.3-liter engine probably from the engine compartment of the Suzuki SX4 and has come experience-enhancing technology such as a turbocharger with variable geometry. According to the same report, it produces 95PS of power.