2009 VOLKSWAGEN SCIROCCO GT24

Driven by two-time WRC champion Carlos Sainz (E), together with Franck Mailleux (F) and Vanina Ickx (B), the powerful 315 PS petrol-engined Scirocco GT24 posted consistently strong lap times of the 13-mile ‘Nordschleife’ circuit, and claimed victory in the 2.0-litre turbocharged class and 25th overall.

[Source: Volkswagen]

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2009 Mercedes Benz SUV Campaign

BlueEFFICIENCY and BlueTEC technologies, efficient engines, even more attractive appointments, all-new body elements and an upgraded interior will make the Mercedes-Benz GL even more appealing. In its new model year, the world’s top-class luxury SUV will consume up to 8 percent less fuel (preliminary value) and be even more environmentally compatible.

[Source: Mercedes]

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GEMBALLA TORNADO GTR Concept

The Gemballa Tornado GTR concept car is based on the Porsche Cayenne 957 Turbo. The Gemballa Tornado GTR Porsche Cayenne is light weight and features racing seats. There is also an option for a two-wheel drive version.

The GTR will feature rear wheel drive, with a V8 engine at 740hp. Indiscrete use of carbon fibre is used in the body work, with 22 inch sports wheels, revolutionary aerodynamics and new interiors with Carrera GT style and four separate sports seats.

Carlsson E-Class W212

Carlsson begins the season with a world premiere of the refined Mercedes-Benz E-class for the first time at Tuning World Bodensee. Besides the complete aerodynamic kit, developed by head designer Rolf Schepp, the vehicle offers exclusive interior fittings, more performance and the intelligent lowering system C-Tronic® SUSPENSION.

The New 2010 BMW S 1000 RR

Introducing the new BMW S 1000 RR on the legendary Monza Racing Circuit, BMW Motorrad is for the first time launching an absolutely innovative supersports with a straight-four power unit. It comes with an combining engine output of 142 kW (193 hp) with overall weight of just 204 kg (450 lb) including fuel (183 kg/403.5 lb dry weight, 206.5 kg/455.3 lb overall with Race ABS).

GEMBALLA TORNADO 750 GTS

Porsche tuner Gemballa takes the Cayenne Turbo to a whole new level. Called Tornado 750 GTS it comes with 750 horsepower(as the name suggests) and a new look. Vehicle weight is reduced by 250 kg (555 lbs).

Reduced weight and more power means impressive performance usually and Tornado 750 GTS is no exception.

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) comes in just 4.3 seconds and the top speed is over 300 km/h (186 mph). Tornado 750 GTS is equipped with an adjustable coilover kit that allows lowering the car by up to 70 mm.

Acura Records 1-2-3 Sweep On The Long Beach Streets

A 1-2-3 overall sweep for the auto manufacturer yielded the second complete podium in Acura's two-and-a-half-year history in ALMS, following the Detroit sweep last August. In addition, Acura recorded its second consecutive victory in the LMP1 and LMP2 categories following the St. Petersburg double class win.

[Source: Acura]