The history of PPI Automotive Design is inextricably linked with the Audi TT. The PPI RS TT was the name given to the first generation of Audi TTs tuned by PPI, which became the top seller and foundation for the success of this Audi tuning specialist from Swabia, Germany.
Volkswagen’s Scirocco GT24 got off to winning ways with a class one-two in the 24-hour race around the Nürburgring. Quotes from Volkswagen Motorsport Director Kris Nissen and the eleven drivers below:
Vodafone McLaren Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton won the Monaco Grand Prix and took the lead in the Formula 1 Drivers’ Championship. After 76 turbulent laps (253.840 kms) in changeable weather conditions and with two Safety Car periods, he took the chequered flag 3 seconds ahead of Robert Kubica and 4.8 seconds ahead of Felipe Massa.
To coincide with the worldwide presentation of the new SEAT Ibiza, which took place at the Madrid Motor Show this week, the Spanish brand is launching the TV advertising campaign for its youngest model. SEAT employees have been converted into actors to take the leading role in the three initial clips, which will be transmitted on television.
One of the world’s fastest and most powerful convertibles is made by G-POWER. The 335-km/h G-POWER M6 HURRICANE is based on the latest BMW M6. At the heart of the high-performance convertible is a five-liter V10 engine with G-POWER BI-Kompressor system that delivers 635 hp / 467 kW.
Here’s a few sneaky pics to keep Top Gear fans moist. Spotted filming in Belgium today on the circuit of Zolder, there appeared to be a definite Germany Vs England competition going on. Racing driver Sabine Schmitz was there, along with a German ‘Stig’ - aka Tim Schrick (the real one never removed his helmet…) Part of the ‘rivalry’ involved Aston Martin and Porsche 997 race cars, but the doubled-up race looks far more entertaining. Expect a few scrapes from the Golf/Mercedes and Metro/Jaguar battle.
Mass Communications students at the University of Colorado at Boulder (CU-Boulder) were recently given the opportunity to participate in the U.S. media launch of the new 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Volkswagen will present the world premiere of a 239 kW (325 PS) version of the new Scirocco today at the legendary GTI Meet at Worthier Lake. For two days later, a team of legendary drivers will start the 24-hour race at the Nürburgring in the sports version of the Scirocco. Thus, the new Scirocco will be in the spotlight at two cult events for car enthusiasts at the same time. Press release continues below, along with a video and images.
At the Madrid Motor Show today, SEAT presented the new Ibiza, a car that demonstrates the Spanish brand’s drive for design, quality and sportiness within the scope of environmental sustainability, where the new Alhambra ECOMOTIVE stands out with low fuel consumption figures and reduced CO2 emissions.
This unusual-looking BMW 1-Series has been spotted on the streets around Munich. Nobody seems to know exactly what lies underneath its skin, with opinions on the BMW forums ranging from it being the next-generation 2011 1-Series to the forthcoming MINI Colorado SUV. The raised ride-height and massive arches hiding a slightly wider track than usual, suggest this could very well be a mule for the X1 SUV. Time will tell…
Two of the most promising safety technologies — forward-collision warning and lane-departure warning — referenced by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) as key to reducing vehicle-related accidents and deaths will be the topic of discussion this week at the Telematics Detroit 2008 conference.
INGOLSTADT, Germany - An open cockpit, an engine producing more than 220 kW (300 hp) and a host of technologies borrowed from the world of motorsports – the Audi TT clubsport quattro is an uncompromising driving machine. Audi is presenting an updated version of the spectacular showcar and sensation of 2007 at the Wörthersee Tour, the big meet for Audi and VW enthusiasts in Reifnitz (Kärnten), Austria, from May 21 to 25.
Stuttgart – The new 2008 Mercedes-Benz Motorsports Collection is the perfect outfit for a sporty appearance at the trackside. The Collection is now available from authorised Mercedes-Benz dealers in the product categories of Formula One, Vodafone McLaren Mercedes, SLR, DTM, AMG and Accessories.
Stuttgart. Between Moscow and Ulaanbaatar they will compete against each other, but prior to the start of the 2008 Transsyberia Rally, they all pull together: In a joint intensive training from 20 to 22 May, the 19 teams - who place their trust in the Porsche Cayenne S Transsyberia – undergo preparations for the famed long distance rally in July. Aside from extensive offroad driving practice, participants also learn how to handle the navigation system down pat. They also receive valuable tips from last year’s winner Rod Millen as well as from the double Dakar winner Andi Schulz.