Tuning

Ferrari 296 GTB with Carbon Fiber Wide Body

In 2021, Ferrari presented a powerful hybrid car with outstanding performance, the Ferrari 296 GTB. However, for those who want more, the Taiwanese tuner Zacoe has prepared a special body kit that makes this car even better.

Zacoe equipped Ferrari 296 GTB with carbon components such as front splitter, side skirts, accentuated rear spoiler, rear diffuser extension, wide fenders with integrated air vents. This body kit is called 296 GTZ (Gran Turismo di Zacoe) and resembles the classic 250 LM.

The tuner equipped the car with an upgraded suspension and a set of slightly larger tires. The 296 GTZ can also be used for the Ferrari 296 Spider.

There were no changes under the hood. Ferrari 296 GTB is powered by a 3.0-liter biturbo V6 engine combined with an electric motor with a total power of 819 hp (602 kW) and 546 lb-ft (740 Nm) of torque. It reaches 62 mph in 2.9 seconds with a top speed of 205 mph (330 km/h). The engine is paired with an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The electric motor is powered by a 7.45 kWh battery that produces enough power for a range of 16 miles (25 kilometers).

Source: Zacoe

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2024 Ford Puma

Ford presented a refreshed edition of its most desirable model in Europe, the Ford Puma, which after the cessation of production of the Fiesta remained the only trump card of the American manufacturer in the segment of supermini cars.

At first glance, the car did not change its design, only some technological solutions were added, such as the new Matrix LED lights. The Puma now comes with a wider range of body colors (6) including the new Cactus Grey.

The interior has undergone major changes, such as the installation of a 12.0-inch touchscreen and a 12.8-inch digital instrument panel, which is no longer fully integrated into the dashboard, a new Sync 4 intotainment system, and a projected logo that is activated after opening the door.

When it comes to the powertrain, the Puma is no longer available in Europe with the 1.5L engines. Now this model is powered by a 1.0-liter EcoBoost Hybrid engine mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. That means 123 hp (92 kW) and 154 lb-ft (210 Nm) or 153 hp (114 kW) and 176 lb-ft (240 Nm).

Also, the all-electric Ford Puma EV is coming to the market soon. It will not differ much in design compared to the current generation. Small changes will be made to the front end. This means that the headlights will get new graphics, and the radiator grille, unlike the gasoline model, will probably remain closed due to aerodynamics.

When it comes to engine power, it is not known what Ford’s decision will be. Currently, the most important thing for Ford is to keep up with the competition in terms of autonomy, so the car should be equipped with a 55 kW battery that would enable a range of around 400 km WLTP.

Source: Ford

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2024 Ford Puma
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Irmscher Opel Corsa with more power

In 2023, Opel presented the new Opel Corsa, and now the German tuner Irmscher tried to infuse this supermini car with a sporty spirit and raise its performance to a higher level.

Powerful supermini cars have almost disappeared, but the demand for this type of car still exists. This was the reason for Irmscher to prepare a package of equipment that brings a lot of visual changes, chassis changes and performance improvements. These include fender extensions, deeper sills, an optional black hood and roof combined with red accents, and an additional wing on the rear spoiler. All parts are made of high quality OE material. There’s also a new set of 18-inch Turbo Star wheels, available in black or two-tone. Thanks to the adjustable suspension, the Corsa is an additional 30 mm closer to the ground, which increases its handling.

When it comes to the powertrain, the mild-hybrid Corsa is powered by a 1.2-liter turbocharged engine the 48-volt system, which develops 99 hp (74 kW) or 134 hp (100 kW). The conventional model gained up to 20 hp more than the factory specifications (depending on the model). The engine is paired with a six-speed dual-clutch automatic. The complete package is compatible with all pogo variants of the Corsa including electric, and probably with other Stellantis models that use the same engines, including the Peugeot 208.

The price of the upgrade package is currently unknown.

Source: Irmscher

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Irmscher Opel Corsa with more power

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