ASMA Design Does its Aero Thing on the New Porsche Cayenne Turbo

It has been a while since we last heard from ASMA Design, a German tuning house known for its excessive styling creations such as the…unforgettable Phantasma CL Chrome and Shark II CLS.

For its latest tuning job, ASMA Design chose the second generation of the Porsche Cayenne in Turbo trim. Named "The Giant", the styling package turns Stuttgart's SUV into something that would fit right in a Fast & Furious movie.

The carbon-fiber wide-body aero kit includes a new front bumper assembly complete with LED daytime running lights, a matching hood, wheel arch extensions, new side skirts, a restyled rear bumper with something that looks like a diffuser and which houses two-centrally mounted tailpipes along with a tailgate and a roof spoiler.

The tune is complemented by a new set of massive 22-inch alloy wheels in a black finish. ASMA Design has left the Turbo model's mechanical hardware intact.

Story References: ASMA via Worldcarfans

 

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Porsche Panamera Turbo gets a Hamann-Style Makeover

If you are not satisfied with the Porsche Panamera offers standard, or full customization program, setting the Hamann specialists to put their songs on the side of BMW sports sedan to work in Stuttgart.

The result is called Cyrano, and includes both the style and range of performance upgrades.

Starting with the exterior, Hamann developed a new widebody aerodynamics package that transforms the looks (for better or for worse, we'll let you judge) of the Panamera.

It includes a larger front bumper with additional holes and corners, a new air intake hood, front fenders and rear extended with-you guessed it-air intakes, side skirts and Come, we really need to say? - Gaps, designed rear bumper with a lot of our surprise, no ... more ventilation holes, and finally a large rear wing to eliminate any possibility it will go into the air.

Cyrano also wins the headlights and smoked taillights and custom exhausts and new 22-inch wheels, tires 265/30 front and 305/25 rear size.

In addition, Hamann offers an electronic module for air suspension that lowers the ride height up to 30 mm, while also developing motor kit for the Turbo model that includes a new ECU and sport exhaust system, raising producing 80HP and 120Nm V8 with 580HP and 820nm in (£ 604.8 m), respectively.

What is interior, Hamann, a comprehensive program that includes a full leather or Alcantara treatment available in many colors, aluminum pedal accents and finishes.

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Porsche to Debut New Panamera GTS at Los Angeles Auto Show

We have known for some time that Porsche is considering at least one world premiere of the auto show in Los Angeles in 2011, which was launched on Wednesday, November 16 and we did not know what - so far it is.

Today we learned that one of the new Porsche models that break coverage in Los Angeles is a new addition Panamera sports sedan line-up.

The German sports car company believes there is a power difference between the S and Panamera Turbo, when they came up with the same solution as was done with the Cayenne, which have created a model GTS.

The new Panamera GTS package is an improved version of S naturally aspirated 4.8-liter offers more than about 30 HP for a total of 430HP, then you also have some songs from the Turbo model components such as aerodynamic and suspension Low air.

For more details and first images, and visit us tomorrow as we cover all the new Auto Show in Los Angeles.

 

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Alfa Romeo Announces New 1.8-liter Turbo Engine with up to 300HP, Production Starts in 2013

The Fiat Group has revealed plans to produce a new four-cylinder turbo gasoline direct injection of Alfa Romeo on the ground of the Daughters of Mary Help of the company in Pratola Serra began in early 2013.

The Italian company said the all-aluminum engine has a displacement of 1.8 liters and integrate advanced technologies such as a 200-bar, direct injection of fuel, dual variable valve timing and a turbocharger with high efficiency. It will be available in several versions, the most powerful will develop 300 horsepower.

While the Fiat did not elaborate on the models provided for the new engine, said it was designed for use in both transverse and longitudinal, and agree to future emissions standards, both in Europe (Euro 6) and U.S. (Tier 2 Bin 5).

4C luxury sports coupe and sedan next delay in strips, to replace the current 159 most likely the first cars to get the new motor.

"This is a very important step for Alfa Romeo, as we continue to reposition our brand and prepare it for distribution. The United States remains our main objective, as we prepare for the introduction of 2013 models," said Harald J. Wester , Director of Technology and head of Fiat Alfa Romeo and Maserati brands.

"Dedication group-wide resources to develop specific solutions for power transmission to the specific needs of the Alfa Romeo is a reflection of a renewed effort we are putting on the development of this brand. This is the first step in a series of initiatives to implemented in the near future that combine the Alfa Romeo of its historical roots, as the charge of an Italian sports car brand, "he added.

 

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Techart Porsche 911 Turbo goes from 0 to 100km/h in 2.8 Seconds

There's fast and then there's Techart fast. The German aftermarket company that has made a name for itself in the crowded world of Porsche tuners has presented a new and more potent performance package for the current 911 Turbo [997 series].

The TA 097/T3 conversion kit for the 997 Turbo involves the installation of a sport air filter, new manifolds, the TECHART Turbo chargers VTG, high performance intercoolers as well as the an ECU upgrade and engine styling package in carbon-fibre.

In factory trim, the 911 Turbo's force-fed 3.8-liter flat-six lays down 500HP and 650Nm of peak torque, and this package will bump that up to 700-horses and 880Nm (649 lb-ft).

As a result, the Techart-prepped Porsche completes the classic sprint from zero to 100km/h (62mph) in a mere 2.8 seconds and breaks the 200km/h (124mph) barrier in 9.0 seconds. Top speed is rated at 352km/h (219mph).

 

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Anderson Germany Overdoes the Porsche Panamera Turbo

In general, German tuners aren't known for their restraint in the visual department and Anderson Germany's latest take on the Porsche Panamera Turbo is no exception to the rule.

If you're looking for a subtle makeover, you may as well skip this post altogether because Anderson Germany has gone wild with its cosmetic proposal. The tuning firm starts by wrapping the Panamera sports saloon in a matte red vinyl cover.

Anderson Germany then adds a bodykit comprising of an exposed carbon fiber bonnet and rear hatch, while the same materials make an appearance on the exterior mirrors.

A new front bumper with a gaping grille, side air vents, rocker panels, a different rear bumper with Audi R8-like air outlets and a diffusor, plus tinted lights and a rear wing are also included in the package.

The final touch is a set of black 22-inch alloy wheels with a red outer rim shod in tires size 265/30 up front and 295/25 at the rear complete the exterior makeover.

Inside, we find quilted black leather and red piping adorning the new sport bucket seats, door panels and parts of the dashboard and steering wheel, Alcantara headliner and tons of decorative carbon fiber, plus a new infotainment system.

Anderson Germany completes the tune with a 40mm lower suspension and an engine kit that includes an ECU upgrade and a custom exhaust system to boost the Turbo model's V8 engine to 585-horses.

 

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