ALL AUTOCARS

Hamann has released the Hamann Volcano that based on the renowned Mercedes Benz supercar - the Mercedes McClaren SLR. After some performance parts from Hamann, the Mercedes Benz 5.4 liter able to boost from a 6226 hp to 700 hp and 780 Nm to 830 Nm at 3300 rpm. By all these specification, the car able to accelerate from 0-100 km/h for only 3.6 seconds.

For the exterior, with the addition of new lift-reducing wing extensions in both the front and the rear as well as new side skirt attachments and sheathings.

Interiors also get yet another luxurious do-over. It includes aluminium pedals, foot-rests, door sills, head-rests and floomats with the Hamann logo and the use of the top-quality material Alcantara for custom center console and dashboard parts.

NISMO, Nissan performance house has released the NISMO Nissan 370Z. The sports coupe pictured here features a full bodykit that includes a rear wing, side sills, a rear diffuser housing a new set of tailpipes and larger alloy wheels. However, there is no update on the performance upgrade but we expect that NISMO will offer several goodies for the V6 engine, suspension, brakes and the interior.

Recently, Audi has announced the retail price for the Audi TT and it will start from $45,500 for the Coupe model and $47,500 for the open-air Roadster. The TT-S joins the TT 2.0T and TT 3.2 in Audi's lineup, settling atop the range with a turbocharged, direct-inject 2.0L TFSI engine producing 265 hp @ 6,000 RPM and 258 lb-ft of torque. That's 15 more horsepower and 22 more lb-ft of torque than the TT with Audi's 3.2L V6.
The TT-S Coupe also manages to hit 60 mph in an impressive 4.9 seconds while achieving a combined fuel economy rating of 24 mpg. Top speed for both the Coupe and Roadster, however, will be electronically limited to 155 mph. For the drive train, the car is equipped with Audi's S tronic dual-clutch transmission, magnetic ride suspension and the brand's trademark quattro all-wheel-drive system.

For those buyers who demand for more power, Audi TT-S is on its way. The TT-RS will pack a 2.5-liter TFSI five-cylinder producing 340 hp and 330 lb-ft of torque, which will be mated to a six-speed manual and quattro all-wheel-drive. 0-60 times for the TT-RS are expected to drop even further down to 4.5 seconds.

Inden Design, a tuner from Germany has introduced an new suspension and tire package for the recently facelifted Mercedes-Benz CLS. Inden Design's subtle tuning proposal includes a set of 19-inch alloy wheels wrapped around in 255/30 ZR19 rubber up front and 305/25 ZR19 at the back complemented by a lower suspension setting that gives the CLS a more aggressive stance.

Nissan has released their mini SUV named KIX. It is a rebadged Mitsubishi Pajero Mini with few minor styling changes. A 0.6 liter turbocharged 4 cylinder engine that capable to produce 64 hp is equipped to the car. Besides that for the drive train, the buyer can either choose a 5 speed manual or a 4 speed automotive transmission. The KIX features a standard 4WD system that allows changes between 2WD and 4WD operating modes by a transfer case shift lever.

According to Nissan, the 4-seater KIX boasts ample road clearance with an approach angle of 38°, departure angle of 46°, and minimum ground clearance of 195 mm. The Japanese automaker has set a domestic sales target of 300 units per month. The retail price is start from 1,402,800 yen.