This new video from Autocar sees Steve Sutcliffe host a battle between two potent performers which are aimed at different demographics: the family-friendly Audi RS 6 Avant and Nissan’s GT-R sports car.
Both are big-power all-wheel drive vehicles, but the Nissan uses a twin-turbocharged 3.8-litre V6 developing 404 kW (542 hp) and 632 Nm of torque, while the Labrador-lugger is propelled by a twin-turbocharged 4.0 TFSI V8 unit churning out 412 kW (560 hp) and 700 Nm.
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As part of the celebrations marking 50 years of the 911, Porsche’s ‘Central Feature’ display will be welcoming showgoers at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed in front of Goodwood House.
Featuring three 911s heading towards the skies, the stunning sculpture focuses on three pairs of beams carrying an original 1963 car, followed by a 1973 2.7 RS and a brand spanking new 991 model.
As well as UK debuts for the 991 Carrera 4S and 991 GT3, Porsche will also be taking examples of each of its seven generations, along with the Sebring 12 Hours-winning 1973 RSR 2.8, an SC ‘Safari’ and ‘Paris Dakar’ Carrera 4×4, a ’98 GT1, 935/78 ‘Moby Dick’ and triple Le Mans-winning 936 Spyder.
Other notable machines in attendance include an 1,000 hp 917/30 Can-Am car, Hans Herrmann and Richard Attwood behind the wheel of the legendary Porsche 917 KH and Porsche GB’s 1965 Project 50 race 911.
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Neuss-based Hartmann Tuning has revealed its range of options for the Volkswagen T5 Bus.
Produced by the company’s Vansports sub-brand, the performance upgrades see output from the 2-litre TDI increase from 104 kW (140 hp) and 340 Nm of torque to 124 kW (166 hp) and 395 Nm, with the 2-litre BiTDI version rising to 158 kW (212 hp) and 460 Nm from the series 133 kW (179 hp) and 400 Nm.
Other components include a throttle control kit for optimized response, a stainless steel exhaust system with twin 80 mm tailpipes, and -35 mm sport springs and Bilstein dampers.
Aesthetically, Hartmann offers a front spoiler, rocker panels and rear skirt, along with a set of 9 x 20-inch VEST-3 alloy wheels wrapped in 275/35 tyres, while the interior receives new floor mats, and aluminum pedals and sill plates.
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BMW has announced details of the Concept Active Tourer Outdoor ahead of its debut at the OutDoor Friedrichshafen trade fair later this month.
With an exterior length of 4,350 mm, it’s virtually identical to the F20 1 Series, but its width of 1,833 mm and height of 1,576 mm are more akin to the dimensions of the E84 X1.
As the name suggests, this Gold Race Orange recreational variant differs from the regular CAT thanks to the addition of hard-wearing interior materials, such as MoonWhite and MoonRock Grey leather, a studded plastic load floor, and an integrated carrier system for two bicycles that folds back into the side panels when not in use. The Outdoors’s eight-inch display panel also utilizes the ConnectedDrive mobility services for a new “Heart of the Alps” route guide, which was developed jointly by BMW and the Austrian Tyrol tourist board.
Beneath the Concept’s skin lies the latest BMW eDrive system; a combination of 1.5-litre turbocharged three-cylinder unit along with a lithium-ion-powered electric motor. With a total output of 140 kW (187 hp) and 200 Nm driving the front wheels, the Concept Active Tourer Outdoor can hit 100 km/h in under 8 seconds and reach a top speed of 200 km/h. Emissions of under 60 g/km of CO2 are achievable with a consumption figure of just 2.5 litres every 100 kilometres equally impressive, while a range of 20 to 30 kilometres (12 – 19 miles) in electric mode alone is also possible.
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Aftermarket specialists Inden Design and Binz have joined forces to create a program for the new Mercedes A-class.
Designed to fit cars with the AMG optical package, the carbon fibre additions consist of a front lip spoiler, side skirt blades and a rear diffuser with apertures housing genuine C 63 AMG Black Series tailpipes. Priced at €2,990, there is also a painted GRP version with E-Class tailpipes for €1,890.
Finally, the grey A-Class sits on adjustable coilover suspension and wears BBS CH-R rims measuring 8.5 and 9.5 x 19 inches, while its red counterpart uses sports springs to achieve a 35 mm drop in ride height and rides on 9 x 19-inch matte black Barracuda Shoxx wheels.
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BMW Japan has revealed details of the limited edition BMW M5 Nighthawk.
Based on the M5 Competition Package, meaning it has 423 kW (575 hp) and 680 Nm of torque at its disposal, along with such goodies as dedicated steering, suspension and damping settings, a lower ride height and upgraded exhaust system, the Nighthawk can be identified by its BMW Individual Frozen Black Matt paintwork, matte black 20-inch M forged alloy wheels, special black kidney grilles, side gills, door handles and tail pipes. An M carbon-ceramic brake system and adaptive LED headlights also come as standard.
Moving inside, the cabin features Sakiru Orange Merino leather on the seats, door panels, centre console and instrument panel, along with an BMW M Performance carbon interior trim package. Each car also receives its own exclusive plaque.
Priced at ¥18,200,000 (€141,250) before taxes, the M5 Nighthawk will be limited to ten left-hand drive units throughout August, with the names of any other interested parties being put into a lottery. Deliveries will begin in October.
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