Printre masinile pe care deja le stiam am putea aminti de Scirocco-ul cu faruri de R8, Audi-ul A6 Army si unele masini oficiale ale firmelor de tuning. Japo Motorsport au prezentat la stand unele din cele mai grave masini ale show-ului, EVO IX GSR facut in colaborare cu cei de la Cosworth (780cp si 665Nm), Honda S2000 si GT-R R34, primele doua avand bodykit-uri din fibra de carbon, iar pe la celelalte stand-uri au mai iesit in evidenta: Peugeot 106 Chocolate, Mercedes w123, o Celica al carui motor era imbracat complet din piele si un Golf 4 bleu cu bot de Bora care se pare ca a atras cele mai multe priviri. Aceasta este doar o parte dintre masinile prezente, suficient ca sa ne arate cum ar trebui sa se prezinte un tuning show adevarat.

Sursa: Speedhunters

Sursa: Autoblog

Este “doar” un eveniment la care participa masini spectaculoase de la care avem multe poze si filmulete. Ideea e ca evenimentul in sine nu este doar un show’n’shine, majoritatea dintre participanti avand ocazia sa se si intreaca pe un aeroport… cel mai bine vedeti mai jos ce s-a intamplat!

Sursa: M5Board

Clasamentul a avut si cateva BMW-uri care nu faceau parte din echipa oficiala, numerele 76 si 79 purtate de doua BMW Z4 GT3-uri ocupand locurile 4 si 9 la sfarsitul cursei.

Mult asteptatul Porsche 911 GT3 R Hybrid a trecut de calificari pe al doilea loc iar in timpul cursei a tinut tare de prima pozitie, insa la cateva ore inainte de final o problema tehnica l-a obligat sa cedeze locul celor de la BMW. Nici Audi nu a avut rezultate mai bune, in ciuda locurilor promitatoare obtinute in timpul calificarilor, cursa a adus probleme tehnice multor masini din echipa, fiind salvati insa de ocupantul locurilor 3 si 5, fiecare cu cate un Audi R8 LMS.

Iata si clasamentul celor mai bine clasate 15 masini:

Pos. Nr. Marke Runde Zeit

1 25 BMW M3 GT2 154 12:17.344
2 43 Ferrari F 430 GTC 154 9:33.019
3 97 Audi R8 LMS 153 9:32.691
4 76 BMW Z4 GT3 152 10:37.803
5 102 Audi R8 LMS 152 10:51.149
6 20 Porsche GT3 Cup S 151 9:27.493
7 26 BMW M3 GT2 150 10:52.452
8 18 Porsche GT3 Cup S 150 10:41.858
9 69 BMW Z4 GT3 149 10:04.650
10 35 Porsche 997 GT3 Cup 148 10:05.529
11 14 Porsche 997 GT3 Cup 147 9:51.098
12 44 Nissan Z 33 145 10:15.261
13 11 Porsche GT3 RS 145 9:56.683
14 33 Porsche GT3 Cup 145 10:01.348
15 133 Audi TTS 144 10:13.279

Atat clasamentul cat si premiile per clasa castigate de BMW l-au declarat ca fiind cel mai de succes fabricant din istoria cursei (din cele 198 de masini prezente la cursa 63 purtand emblema alb-albastra) cu toate ca primele 15 locuri au fost dominate de Porsche-uri.

Mai jos gasiti cateva poze, un filmulet de la bordul castigatorului dar si de pe circuit, iar pentru mai multe detalii puteti vizita pagina ADAC dedicata cursei sau site-ul BMW Motorsport.

Sursa: TeamSpeed

Acest A6 a beneficiat de deja clasicul tratament “clean”, dupa care a fost imbracat intr-o folie verde mat dar nu inainte de a inlocui hayonul cu unul US-Spec, cu spatiul pentru placuta de inmatriculare mai mic. O suspensie hidraulica de la GAS, cu buteliile ascunse artistic in locul rotii de rezerva, poate face ca rotile Bentley Muliner de 20″ sa intre sub aripi, realizand imaginea ideala pentru aceasta masina.

Sursa: VW16v.de

R8 GT este denumita varianta celor de la Audi pentru cei care vor o masina de circuit 100% OEM, cu 100kg mai usoara si cu performante mai bune!

Pentru R8 GT, Audi a apelat la tehnologii de ultima ora in lupta cu kilogramele, parbrizul fiind inlocuit cu unul mai subtire, geamurile laterale sunt din polycarbonat iar panourile laterale care erau din aluminiu au fost inlocuite cu unele din fibra de carbon. Poate ca pentru unii ar fi suficieta aceasta scadere in greutate dar Audi ne-a mai pregatit cu o surpriza, adaugand ceva ponei la V10-le R8-ului ajungand astfel la 560cp, mai multi decat Lambo Gallardo, masina de la care s-au inspirat atunci cand au facut R8-ul.

Profitand de surplusul de putere si de greutatea scazuta, Audi R8 GT ajunge de la 0 la 100km/h in 3.6 secunde iar acul vitezometrului se opreste la 320km/h. Se vor fabrica doar 333 exemplare si fiecare va costa in Germania aproape 200.000 euro.

Putin mai jos avem cateva poze “spion” cu masina, facute in Monaco unde se pare ca deja au fost trimise trei exemplare. Sub aceste poze gasiti comunicatul oficial cu toate detaliile disponibile si pozele oficiale.

Ingolstadt, 2010-05-01
The Audi R8 GT: Extreme lightweight construction and tremendous performance
Now even more powerful, lighter and faster: Audi presents a limited-production version of it R8 high-performance sports car, the R8 GT. The output of its 5.2-liter V10 has been increased to 412 kW (560 hp); vehicle weight has been reduced by roughly 100 kilograms (220.46 lb). The R8 GT accelerates from zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 3.6 seconds and reaches a top speed of 320 km/h (198.84 mph).

* Limited-production, top-of-the-line version of the high-performance sports car
* 100 kilograms lighter, body parts in carbon
* V10 FSI with 412 kW (560 hp), 0 – 100 km/h in 3.6 seconds

The R8 high-performance sports car has been a winner from the very beginning. This applies to both the production models, winners of the “World Performance Car” Award in 2008 (R8) and in 2010 (R8 V10), and to the race car, the R8 LMS, which won 23 races in its first season and claimed three championships. The genes of the race version are now coming to the street – in the R8 GT. The exclusive series is limited to 333 units. Each R8 GT has a badge with its production number on the shift lever knob.

Consistent use of lightweight construction: 100 kilograms (220.46 lb) trimmed
The production R8 5.2 FSI quattro is already a shining example of the Audi’s lightweight construction philosophy. Its aluminum Audi Space Frame (ASF) body weighs only 210 kilograms (462.97 lb). The aluminum body panels are joined to the frame of extruded profiles and cast nodes by means of positive and friction connections. The engine frame is made of ultra lightweight magnesium.

The ASF body is largely hand-built at the Neckarsulm plant in a complex manufacturing process. The extremely high strength of the body is the basis for the high-performance sports car’s precise handling, and it also offers good vibration comfort and first-rate crash safety.

Thanks to the ASF body, the production R8 5.2 FSI quattro weighs only 1,625 kilograms (3,582.51 lb) – with quattro permanent all-wheel drive and optional R tronic transmission. This made it all the more difficult for the engineers to once again achieve substantial weight savings. They took an elaborate approach involving every aspect of the vehicle, and in the end the scales came to rest at 1,525 kilograms (3,362.05 lb).

The windshield of the R8 GT is made of thinner glass; the bulkhead between the passenger cell and engine compartment, as well as the window in the rear hatch are made of strong, lightweight polycarbonate. These three modifications saved nine kilograms (19.84 lb). The fixed rear wing is good for an additional 1.2 kilograms (2.65 lb); thinner sheet metal and additional cutouts shaved 2.6 kilograms (5.73 lb) from the aluminum hatch over the 100 liter (3.53 cu ft) luggage compartment at the front of the car.

The long rear hatch is made of carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) – an advantage of 6.6 kilograms (14.55 lb). The rear bumper and the sideblades of this same material save an additional 5.2 and 1.5 kilograms (11.46 and 3.31 lb), respectively. With its minimal weight and extremely high strength, CFRP is the ideal material for a high-performance sports car, and Audi has broad-based expertise in its use.

The engineers also fought to shave every possible gram of weight from the technical components of R8. They shaved one kilogram (2.20 lb) from the power brake system, four kilograms (8.82 lb) from the aluminum caps of the brake discs and 9.4 kilograms (20.72 lb) from the battery. The engineers also found 2.3 kilograms (5.07 lb) in the air intake module and 2.8 kilograms (6.17 lb) in the insulation of the engine compartment.

The interior also harbored substantial weight-savings potential. The new, lightweight carpeting accounts for 7.9 kilograms (17.42 lb); the bucket seats with a chassis of glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) account for 31.5 kilograms (69.45 lb). Numerous additional detailed measures targeted the interior, the exterior and the technology, such as higher-grade, lighter steel for the exhaust system’s tailpipes.

Even sharper and more effective: the design
The design of the Audi R8 GT is the expression of concentrated power – a beautiful, technical sculpture measuring 4.43 meters (14.53 ft) long, 1.93 meters (6.33 ft) wide and only 1.24 meters (4.04 ft) high. The exterior underwent numerous modifications that further sharpened the appearance. Many of them also reduce the weight and enhance the aerodynamics. The R8 GT produces even more downforce when driven fast than the production model – without any increase in the Cd value (0.36) or frontal area (1.99 m2) (21.42 sq ft).

The frame of the single-frame grille, its struts and the slats in the air intakes are finished in matt titanium gray; the grille is painted matt black. The splitter under the bumper has a double lip and is made of carbon. Slender, curved flics at the corners of the nose increase the downforce on the front axle and are also made of a carbon fiber composite.

One highlight of the R8 GT are the standard LED headlights, which use light-emitting diodes for all functions. They produce bright, homogeneous light, have a long service life and low energy consumption. The headlights also have an attractive and distinctive appearance. The daytime running lights each comprise 24 LEDs and appear as a continuous band. The reflectors are reminiscent of open mussel shells.

The defining element of the side view are the sideblades, which direct air to the engine and in the R8 GT are also made of matte carbon. The same material is used for the reduced-size housing of the side mirrors, which are mounted on an aluminum base. The 19-inch wheels feature an exclusive five twin-spoke Y design in a titanium-look finish. The front fenders sport “GT” badges.

The modifications to the rear of the car are particularly apparent, beginning with the fixed wing of matte carbon. The ventilation louvers on both sides of the rear hatch and the CFRP bumper, which integrates the large, round tailpipes and vents for the wheel wells, have been redesigned. The larger diffuser is made of carbon fiber composite; the license plate bezel and the wide slats at the rear are in matte titanium gray. The tail lights, which also use LED technology, have dark housings with panes of clear glass.

Audi offers the R8 GT in a choice of four body colors: Samoa Orange metallic, Suzuka Gray metallic, Ice Silver metallic and Phantom Black pearl effect.

Breathtakingly powerful: the 412 kW (560 hp) 5.2 FSI
The modified V10, whose cylinder head covers are painted red, gives the Audi R8 GT breathtaking performance. The R8 GT sprints from a standing start to highway speed in 3.6 seconds, and from zero to 200 km/h (124.27 mph) in 10.8 seconds. And the thrust does not let up until the top speed of 320 km/h (198.84 mph) is reached.

Changes to the engine electronics coaxed an additional 26 kW from the ten-cylinder, which now produces 412 kW (560 hp) from a displacement of 5,204 cc. The torque curve peaks at 540 Nm (398.28 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, 10 Nm (7.38 lb-ft) more than in the production version. The V10 has a specific power output of 79.2 kW (107.6 hp) per liter displacement. Its power-to-weight ratio is 3.70 kilograms (8.16 lb) per kW or 2.72 kilograms (6.00 lb) per hp. The engine redlines at 8,700 rpm.

The long-stroke engine (bore x stroke 84.5 x 92.8 millimeters [3.33 x 3.65 in]), which is hand-built at the factory in Györ, Hungary, features a crankcase made of a aluminum-silicon alloy that is both lightweight and very strong. A bedplate – a frame for the crankshaft bearing bridges – further enhances its rigidity. The complete engine weighs only 258 kilograms (568.79 lb). It is characterized by a cylinder angle of 90 degrees and dry-sump lubrication, which uses a highly efficient oil pump module. Both solutions lower the center of gravity and thus improve driving dynamics.

The crankshaft is designed as a common pin shaft. The connecting rods of the opposing pistons engage a common crankpin, resulting in alternating firing intervals of 54 and 90 degrees. This unique rhythm gives the V10 its fascinating sound – a grand, technical music very much like that in racing. Two flaps in the exhaust system modulate its volume and tone as a function of load and engine speed.

The normally aspirated engine consumes an average of 13.7 liters of fuel per 100 km (17.17 US mpg) – very good fuel economy given the tremendous power. The FSI gasoline direct injection system injects the fuel into the combustion chambers at up to 120 bar of pressure. The turbulent mixture cools the cylinder walls, enabling a compression ratio of 12.5:1. A variable intake manifold and the continuous adjustment of the chain-driven camshafts ensure that the combustion chambers are fully filled. Flaps in the intake ports facilitate the formation of the mixture by inducing a tumbling motion in the inflowing air.

The drivetrain: uncompromising traction
Gear changes in the R8 GT are handled by the R tronic sequential manual transmission. The electrohydraulic clutch and switching unit receive their commands electronically. It changes its six gears much faster than a skilled driver could – within a tenth of a second at high load and engine speed.

The electronic management system offers an automatic mode with the Sport and Normal characteristics, and two manual levels. It is controlled using the short gear selector lever on the center tunnel and two paddles on the steering wheel. Maximum thrust when starting is ensured by Launch Control – a program that manages full acceleration with high engine speed and minimum wheel slip when starting.

quattro permanent all-wheel drive is the ideal technology for a high-performance sports car. The central viscous coupling located at the front differential sends 15 percent of the power to the front axle and 85 percent to the rear axle during normal driving. This split harmonizes perfectly with the Audi R8 GT’s 43:57 percent weight distribution. The coupling sends as much as 30 percent of the power to the front wheels within milliseconds, if necessary. A mechanical locking differential at the rear axle further improves traction. It provides up to 25 percent lockup when accelerating and up to 40 percent on the overrun.

Chassis even tauter and more precise
The Audi R8 GT high-performance sports car is a driving machine with breathtaking lateral acceleration and lightning-fast, nearly instantaneous reactions. Its engine is mid-mounted close to the vertical axis; its mass is almost negligible during fast direction changes. The R8 GT is dynamic, precise and stable in almost every situation.

The chassis follows the classic racing design – double wishbones made of aluminum locate the wheels. The hydraulic, power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering has a direct 16.3:1 ratio and connects the driver closely and precisely with the road. A manually adjustable coilover suspension, which lowers the body by as much as 10 millimeters (0.39 in), is standard. Higher front and rear wheel camber rates make the handling a tick more agile than with the standard model.

The 19-inch forged wheels are 8.5 J x 19 up front and 11 J x 19 at the rear, and are shod with size 235/35 and 295/30 tires, respectively. Audi will mount 305/30 tires together with optional wheels on the rear axle upon request. Cup tires, which offer the ultimate in performance on dry roads, are available for racing enthusiasts.

Audi mounts internally ventilated, carbon fiber ceramic brake disks standard. They are extremely durable and abrasion-resistant as well as particularly lightweight. Together they weigh nine kilograms (19.84 lb) less than their steel counterparts of the same size. They measure 380 millimeters (14.96 in) in diameter up front and 356 millimeters (14.02 in) at the rear. The friction rings are bolted to the stainless steel caps via elastic elements. Red anodized aluminum brake calipers – with six pistons up front – are exclusive to the R8 GT.

The ESP stabilization program has been specially tuned to the R8 GT and can be switched into a Sport mode at the push of a button to allow spectacular, but safe, oversteer when accelerating out of a corner. The driver can deactivate the system entirely for a trip to the race track.

Exclusive and dynamic: interior and equipment
At Audi, reducing weight means increasing performance and efficiency, but not sacrifice. The Audi R8 GT, which Audi sells in Germany for €193,000, comes with an automatic climate control system and power windows, a navigation system with MMI operating logic and a powerful sound system. A 465 watt, ten-channel Bang & Olufsen sound system, a CD changer and the Audi Music Interface are available as options. As always with Audi, the interior shows loving attention to detail. Rich materials spoil the occupants with a fine look and feel.

The ergonomic interior is adorned in sporty black and dark gray. The steering wheel, the headliner, the roof posts, the knee pad, the parking brake lever and the bucket seats are covered with Alcantara accented with contrasting stitching. A synthetic sharkskin-look material that feels slightly rough to the touch is applied to the bulkhead, the door liners, the instrument cowl and the dashboard. The “monoposto” – the arch in the cockpit – is made of matt carbon.

The instrument cluster features white dials with “R8 GT” badges. The newly designed selector lever is made of CFRP and aluminum; the center tunnel and the door liners sport decorative inlays in the body color. The door sills feature trims of matt aluminum decorated with the “R8 GT” logo.

A number of exclusive features are available as options for the R8 GT. Exterior options include two alternative wheels, a body-color front splitter and a CFRP engine compartment lining. Carbon elements on the doors, the tunnel, in the cockpit and on the instrument panel are available as interior options. Others include a multifunction leather steering wheel, seat belts in red, orange or gray, floor mats with the “R8 GT” logo and CFRP door sill trims illuminated in red. If desired, Audi will fit seats with carbon frames, which are somewhat lighter than the CFRP shells. The Alcantara seat covers are optionally available with an embroidered “R8 GT” logo.

A race package is available for racing enthusiasts. It includes a bolt-in roll bar in red or black, which has both road and type approval, as well as road-approved four-point belts in red or black, a fire extinguisher and a kill switch for the battery. An optional front bar module for motorsports evens includes a rotary lock for the four-point seatbelt and turns the roll bar into a full cage. Buyers looking for more comfort and convenience can choose cell phone preparation with an innovative belt microphone. Audi also offers a full leather package, control elements in leather with contrasting stitching and a cruise control system as options. The parking aid is included with the standard equipment.

Sursa: Autogespot.com

Cateva poze cu ele gasiti putin mai jos iar sub galeria foto aveti teaserele pentru evenimentele de la Wörthersee din 2008 si 2009.

Tot la Wörthersee am vazut in editiile trecute si alte masini interesate, precum Golf-urile GTI Street si Performance sau conceptele Polo si Golf VI GTi “Wörthersee 09″.

De cele mai multe ori am vazut bodykit-uri extreme pe aceasta masina, tunerii considerand ca formele rotunjite ale masinii ar avantaja-o pentru un tuning radical, cu toate ca nu este deloc asa. Avem inca o data un exemplu de o masina a grupului VAG modificata cu piese OEM dedicate atat USDM cat si EUDM dar si piese OEM de la alte marci. De exemplu, interiorul are scaunele pe care le gasim din fabrica pe Ford Mondeo ST220, iar culoarea exteriorului este aleasa de pe Ford Focus.

Bara spate se gasea pe TT-urile destinate pietei din SUA si a fost modificata, impreuna cu bara fata, grila si pragurile, pentru a creea clean-look-ul urmarit. Secretul acestei masini consta in suspensia hidraulica GAS cu amortizoare reglabile KONI, care o data setata la minim ajunge perfect la buza jantelor iar barele fac ca umbra masinii sa nu mai fie vizibila. Ziceam mai sus ca TT-ul de fata a trecut prin viata cu 6 seturi de incaltari diferite, decizia finala fiind aceste Sat Autosport-uri fabricate in Germania, de 18×9 pe fata si 18×10 pe spate.

Sursa: Speedhunters

S5-ul lor are cu 30cp si 35Nm mai mult decat din fabrica, ajungand la 384cp si 475Nm, cu ajutorul unui soft, evacuare schimbata si filtru de aer sport.

Exteriorul contine o bara fata putin modificata, o bara spate de la Rieger, o buza pentru portbagaj, stopuri cu LED OEM, jante de 21″ Work Varianza T1S si o garda la sol coborata cu 40mm pe fata si 35mm pe spate. Inauntru gasim insertii din fibra de carbon iar modelul prezentat are piele rosie pe scaune.

Sursa: Carscoop

Chiar daca MTM ne-a impresionat cu ce poate sa faca din aceasta masina, trebuie sa luam in considerare ca exista tot timpul alternative mai putin “faimoase”, de unde se pot obtine rezultate aproape la fel de bune la preturi mai rezonabile, nefiind necesar sa mai platesti si “renumele”.

APS Sportec poate fi o alternativa de genul, oferind pentru RS6 doi pasi catre tulburari stomacale, primul reprezentat un “simplu” upgrade de soft pana la 650cp, cerand la schimb aproape 3000 euro pentru a atinge suta in 4.4 secunde si viteza maxima de 305km/h.

Al doilea pas vine in plus si cu ceva fluturasi la stomac, in special cand auzi evacuarea modificata de ei si cand simti softul mult mai avansat care duce masina in 700cp, scazand timpul de pana la 100km/h cu 0.3 secunde fata de primul stagiu dar ajungand mai repede la aceeasi viteza maxima de 305km/h. Acest stagiu costa aproape 7400 euro.

Cine nu se multumeste cu atat le mai poate cere celor de APS Sportec si alte jante, frane mai mari sau suspensie mai sportiva.

Sursa: Carscoop