Ferrari 599 GTO tuned by Novitec Rosso - 888 PS

The Ferrari aficionados at Novitec Rosso have unveiled a new tuning program for the 599 GTO.While the car certainly wasn't lacking in performance, the tuner outfitted the 6.0-liter V12 with twin superchargers, a new intake manifold, enlarged fuel injectors, high-flow air filters, a massive intercooler, and stainless-steel sport exhaust system with 90mm tailpipes. Thanks to these tweaks, output climbs to 888 PS (653 kW / 876 hp) and 862 Nm (636 lb-ft) of torque - an increase of 218 PS (160 kW / 215 hp) and 242 Nm (178 lb-ft) of torque. This enables the car to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 3.2 seconds, 0- 200 km/h in 9.1 seconds, and onto a top...

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Maybach 57S Cruiserio Coupe headed to Geneva

The first Maybach 57S Cruiserio Coupe is already up for sale in Saudi Arabia, but that isn't stopping Xenatac from officially unveiling the new model at the Geneva Motor Show.Designed by Fredrik Burchhardt, the man who penned the stunning Exelero concept, the Geneva show car features a bespoke matte finish that was hand applied in several layers to create a "shimmering brass tone." Inside, the cabin is outfitted with natural buffalo hides, nappa leather upholstery, and acres of Alcantara.Power is provided by a 6.0-liter V12 engine that develops 603 hp (450 kW / 612 PS) and 738 lb-ft (1,000) Nm of torque. It enables the coupe to accelerate from...

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Introducing the Mansory Zapico

German tuning firm Mansory has lifted the lid off their new two-wheeler. The Mansory Zapico was designed by the famed tuner, alongside motorcycle specialist Thomas M. George, and it shows in every way.Tell-tale Mansory signs include the shiny carbon inserts seen quite literally from wheel-to-wheel, the unusual side mirrors and the luxe leather seat.  The bike's fuel tank, rear fender and spoiler are also adorned in aluminum.Did we mention this bike is fast, too?The bike sprints to 100 km/h in 3.3 seconds, thanks to the 160-PS (158-hp / 118-kW), 2.0-liter V2 engine. American machinery firm S&S supplied the engine. Rims measure 3.5 x 18-inch...

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New MTM R8 V10 Biturbo set for debut

Tuning firm MTM plans to show off their latest version of the Audi R8 V10 Biturbo at the Geneva Motor Show next week, according to the company's website.  With a blinding new chrome exterior, the not-so-subtle car will be an easy mark for traffic cops.However, police cars will have an incredibly tough time keeping up with the highly-tuned machine, which takes advantage of 766 horsepower (571 kW / 777 PS) and up to 888 Nm (655 ft-lb) of torque.  The bi-turbo kit is expected to get the car to over 360 km/h (224 mph), once testing is completed.  So far, the vehicle has "only" managed 347.6 km/h (216 mph), according to MotorVision.de.Other...

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