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BMW M2 upgraded by Autoid

The BMW M2 was premiered at the end of last year, and is the last one with ICE. Although owners already have several tuning options, the UK-based company Autoid has prepared a new carbon body kit for the BMW M2 (G87).

The body kit brings subtle but effective improvements to the exterior, but it also contributes to aerodynamics by increasing downforce and reducing drag. The front splitter, side skirts and rear bumper extensions with integrated wings have a “bare” carbon finish that adds to the car’s sporty appearance. Another detail is the carbon addition that visually connects the fenders and sills. Out back is a fixed rear wing that can be adjusted for road or track use. All components are light and do not add to the weight of the car.

There were no changes under the hood. The BMW M2 is powered by a twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-6 engine with 453 hp (333 kW) and 406 lb-ft (550 Nm) of torque. The same engine powers the current M4 model. Power is sent to the rear wheels via an eight-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic technology. Owners will be able to choose a six-speed manual transmission as an option. It reaches 62 mph in 3.9 seconds with the automatic transmission or 4.1 if the manual transmission is used. BMW has electronically limited the top speed to 155 mph (250 km/h), but this can be increased to 177 mph (285 km/h) with the optional M Driver’s Package.

Inside, M Sport seats with illuminated M logo on the headrests will provide the driver with maximum comfort. Buyers will be able to choose the M Carbon package, which offers carbon seats that are 10.8 kilograms lighter than the standard M Sport seats. Entering the vehicle, the first thing the driver will notice is the curved display on the instrument panel, with two screens of 12.3 and 14.9 inches through which the driver can adjust various vehicle systems, such as the chassis, steering, braking and M traction control .

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BMW M2 upgraded by Autoid

Source: Autoid

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900 Superblack based on the Mercedes-AMG GLS63 4Matic

Brabus 900 Superblack is the latest work of the German tuner known as the best tuner for Mercedes cars. It is based on one of Mercedes’ best SUVs, the Mercedes-AMG GLS63 4Matic. Price €370,550 EUR.

The car received a carbon finish on the air intakes, and a much more aggressive front grille. A control module for the air suspension was also installed, which additionally brings the SUV closer to the ground. There are also forged pistons, new connecting rods, crankshaft, new turbochargers, high-pressure fuel pumps and a 3-inch downpipe.

Inside, the dark interior has not been changed. Leather and Alcantara dominate the cabin, carbon details and matte Shadow gray elements have been added.

The 900 Superblack is powered by a 4.0-liter twin-turbo engine with 888 hp (653 kW) and 774 lb-ft (1,050 Nm) of torque. That’s a significant increase in power when you consider that the standard model has 603 hp (443 kW) and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm) of torque. It reaches 62 mph (100 km/h) in 3.6 seconds with a top speed of 330 km/h (205 mph). Power is sent to all wheels via a nine-speed automatic transmission. It’s mounted on a set of 24-inch black Monoblock Z wheels.

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900 Superblack based on the Mercedes-AMG GLS63 4Matic

Source: Brabus

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Ferrari 458 Challenge Silhouette

The Ferrari 458 Italia is a fantastic high-performance car that, according to many, should remain untouched and unmodified, but Liberty Walk apparently thinks otherwise and has been producing a body kit called the Silhouette for the past few years. Now the Japanese tuner has shown its new creation based on the Ferrari 458 Challenge.

The car is equipped with a carbon fiber body kit, and special attention is focused on the front part, where a new grille, a unique splitter and aerodynamic wings on the outer edges of the bumper are installed. The Liberty Walk Silhouette package also includes a new hood with large air vents, while subtle vents similar to those on the 458 Speciale can be seen as well as a blacked-out Ferrari logo below the license plate.

Also, new carbon fiber mirrors, new door panels and aerodynamic side skirts were installed, and the Ferrari got a set of new rims with central studs. According to the photos, the car is closer to the ground, so it can be assumed that air suspension is also installed. At the back, you can see a new spoiler and diffuser that increases downforce but also makes the car look more aggressive.

There were no changes under the hood, so the Ferrari 458 Challenge is still powered by a 4.5L V8 engine with 570 hp (419 kW) and 398 lb-ft (540 Nm) of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a 7-speed manual F1 transmission. It reaches 60 in 2.9 seconds with a top speed of 202 mph (325 km/h).

Source: Liberty Walk

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Ferrari 458 Challenge Silhouette