Category Archives: Tuning

Lada Niva Monster Is Better Than Ever

February 1, 2022 M.K.

Half a year ago, the Russian car manufacturer LADA introduced the new Bronto model. German tuner ZUBR has shown that it can make the Niva an even better SUV, the Lada Niva Monster.

The Niva Monster is powered by a naturally aspirated 1.7-liter four-cylinder engine with 82 hp (62 kW) and 95 lb-ft (129 Nm) of torque. The power is transmitted to all wheels via a five-speed manual transmission.

The car is painted in matte green. It is equipped with an improved suspension that gives it an additional 150 mm distance from the ground, a new air intake, wider wheel arches for massive Hankook Dynapro MT tires and black bumpers, while a spare wheel is on the fifth door. The interior is done in green with comfortable seats and ZUBR inscription on the header.

The German tuner sells the upgraded Lada Niva Monster for just under 45,000 euros.

Source: ZUBR

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Porsche 911 Mega 30 Restomod limited edition

January 27, 2022 M.K.

Porsche 911 models are in high demand, and one such restomod was done by Strosek Auto Design. It is a limited edition Porsche 911 “Mega 30” intended for those who want a modified 911.

The Porsche 911 restomod is painted in a dark shade of green and is based on the 964 model. It is equipped with a distinctive front bumper with integrated new LED lights, extended front and rear wheel arches, new camshafts, new air intake, sports exhaust system and catalytic converter. On the door sills are carbon accessories with Vittorio Strosek’s signature and car number.

Inside, sporty bucket seats made of carbon are upholstered in orange Alcantara, which can be seen on the door panels and dashboard as well. Behind the seat are protective bars.

The Porsche 911 restomod is powered by a 3.6-liter naturally-aspirated flat-six engine with 300 hp (221 kW). Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a 5-speed Getrag G50 manual transmission. It is mounted on 19-inch rims wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 4S 245/30 (front) and 295/25 (rear) tires.

Strosek Auto Design will produce only 30 units of this car, and this exhibited model costs € 300,000 (around $ 334,000).

Source: Strosek Auto Design

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Ferrari 296 GTB with 900 hp

January 25, 2022 M.K.

In the middle of last year, Ferreri introduced the 296 GTB model. It is Ferrari’s first “real” model that is powered by a six-cylinder engine, and due to the hybrid powertrain, it is far from the entry-level model. German tuning company DMC has improved the aerodynamics and engine performance of this model.

The car is painted red with black carbon parts, and the company says that the aerodynamics of the vehicle enable increased grip in corners and handling. The 296 GTB is equipped with a new set of springs that bring the floor of the Ferrari two-seater closer to the ground by an additional 35 millimeters.

The Ferrari 296 GTB is powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine with 654 hp (488 kW) and an electric motor with 165 hp (123 kW) that give a total of 819 hp (610 kW) and 546 lb-ft (740 Nm) of torque. Thanks to turbochargers, DMC engineers have raised the power to 900 hp (662 kW), which (with a recalibrated gearbox) should further improve the performance of the 1,470 kilogram heavy plug-in hybrid. The engine is paired with an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission. The base model reaches 62 mph in 2.9 seconds with a top speed of 205 mph (330 km / h).