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  • Audi S6 by SKN Tuning

    SKN Tuning Audi S6
    Salzhemmendorf-based SKN Tuning GmbH has created a range of products to bulk up Audi’s brilliant S6 model.

    The company offers various performance upgrades, beginning with Stage One, which is an ECU software tweak that results in 399 kW (542 hp) and 687 Nm of torque from the twin-turbocharged 4.0 TFSI V8, up from 309 kW (420 hp) and 550 Nm. Next, Stage Two sees the inclusion of a new exhaust system with Milltek motorsport downpipe, helping to make 405 kW (551 hp) and 696 Nm.

    Finally, Stage Three involves all of the above plus optimization of the intake system, which brings output up to 412 kW (560 hp) and 700 Nm, identical that of the new Audi RS 6.

    Pricing for the conversions are €2,990, €3,449 and €3,990 respectively.

    Other components available includes an adjustable lowering module allowing a drop of up to 40 mm, a rear spoiler, diffuser section and a range of alloy wheels in a 20 and 21-inch diameter.
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  • BMW M5 by Hartge

    Hartge BMW M5
    Beckingen-based BMW tuning specialist Hartge GmbH has developed a few options for the current BMW M5.

    The company’s performance upgrade sees output from the 4.4-litre biturbo V8 engine rise from 418 kW (560 hp) and 680 Nm of torque to 472 kW (642 hp) and 810 Nm. On the road, that translates to a 0-100 km/h time of 4.2 seconds, with 250 km/h appearing in 20.9s and a new top speed of 302 km/h (187 mph).

    Further components include a sport spring kit, which lowers the M5 by 25 mm at the front and 20 mm at the rear), a rear silencer, front spoiler, carbon fibre mirror casings and a choice of alloy wheels including the 21-inch Classic 2 items pictured here. Moving inside, owners can purchase velour floor mats and an aluminium pedal set.
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  • Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG by RENNtech and ADV.1 Wheels

    Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG by RENNtech and ADV.1 Wheels
    Aftermarket specialist ADV.1 Wheels has released these images of its latest Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG project with RENNtech.

    Needing very little assistance in the aesthetics department, ADV.1 fitted a set of its 2013 Track Spec 10.0 SL Series rims. Featuring brushed gunmetal centres with single tint brushed gunmetal outers, the wheels measure 9 and 11 x 20-inches and come wrapped in 235/35 and 295/30 Michelin rubber.

    Finally, the guys over at RENNtech provided a pre-production aero package for the four-door Coupe. Constructed from clear-coated carbon fibre, the pieces, which include a three-piece front splitter, boot lid spoiler and diffuser, will become available to buy later this month.
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  • Audi RS 5 Coupe review by The Smoking Tire

    Audi RS 5 Coupe
    Owner of possibly the coolest beard on the internetwork (except, perhaps, for this guy), The Smoking Tire’s Matt Farah takes Audi’s 331 kW (450 hp) RS 5 Coupe for a blast up and down one of California’s most famous roads: the ‘Snake’ on Mulholland Highway. So, does the RS 5 have the chops to take on BMW’s M3 and the Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG? And which would you choose?
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  • BMW M3 RS by RS Racing Team

    RS Racing Team BMW M3 RS
    Viernheim-based motorsport specialist RS Racing Team has developed a program for the current BMW M3 (E90 or E92), that turns it into even more of a street legal track car.

    The M3 RS package sees the interior stripped out and fitted with a pair of racing bucket seats, six-point harnesses, carbon fibre door panels, a fire extinguisher and a Wiechers Sport welded-in, DMSB-certified rollcage. A set of 10 x 19-inch forged ATS Superlight wheels also contribute to the car’s 190 kg weight loss.

    Under the hood, remapping of the ECU software sees output from the naturally aspirated 4.0-litre V8 engine rise from 309 kW (414 hp) and 400 Nm of torque to 331 kW (450 hp) and 431 Nm. Those changes mean 100 km/h appears in 4.6 seconds and 200 km/h in 14.7s, while the deactivation of the V-Max results in a 299 km/h (186 mph) top speed.

    Chassis upgrades include a Bilstein B16 PSS10 coilover kit developed jointly with the company, which features 10 point damping and rebound adjustability, while the brakes gain racing pads, steel lines and optimized cooling ducts. A carbon fibre rear wing also adds to the car’s track credentials.

    RS Racing Team can supply complete vehicles to customers, with prices ranging from €80,000 and €110,000 – depending on specification. Driver tuition can also be provided.
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  • Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Coupe by Expression Motorsport

    Expression Motorsport Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Coupe
    Werbomont-based styling specialist Expression Motorsport has developed a program for the Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Coupe, which it says is inspired by the current C-Coupe DTM racer.

    The aero package comprises of a replacement front bumper with larger intakes, LED indicators, foglights and a carbon fibre front spoiler, fender flares, side skirts, a trunk lid spoiler and rear bumper with carbon diffuser section. A pair of larger hood vents are also included, but not pictured.
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