CFC and MK-Soundstyle's VW Golf GTI Aims to Deafen

The people over at CFC Styling Station and MK-Soundstyle in Neuss, Germany are trying to give old Phil a run for his money when it comes to baseless ego (scroll down to read excerpts and add curse-free insults, this is a family show). With the Hi-Fi Golf, these people have created a huge, rolling boom box...of doom.

Under the matte silver painted body (€1,500) is an upgraded suspension with bits from ap-X which, that will run you €749. Eisenmann is behind exhaust duties with a €1,238 kit plus...actually, enough with the silly grab-bag tuner name-dropping and pricing. Bottom line, it's got 265 horsepower from some chip tuning that costs significantly less that that of Sport Wheels' Galactic R8.

The sound system, though, is this GTI's claim to fame thanks to MK-Soundstyle (name only dropped because they're partially behind the build). From Pioneer come the head unit and four amps hooked up to a 15-inch sub. It has Rainbow tweeters and midrange speakers powered by another two amps in front.

At least they admit it isn't for everyone. What IS for everyone are a few choice excerpts from the press release:

"The task of turning a VW Golf VI GTI into a driving sound machine and making it look excessively great at the same time is probably not for everyone."

"The result is worth a few words of admiration."

"Renewed confirmation of the old saying 'No risk, no gain!'"

Agreed; press releases are there to announce to the world how great your product is. However, at least have some video of it shattering teeth. Pictures, while worth a thousand words, can't hold a single tune

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Next Corvette Stays the Course, Mid-Engine Layout but May Gain Hybrid

Plain and simple: no mid-engined Corvette, maybe a hybrid, and a statement that GM is not testing any V6s in the Corvette (yet). That's from GM's global vehicle engineering VP Karl-Friedrich Stracke, and it's fine by me. Spend wisely, slowly upgrade the program, don't rock the boat.

The Mid-Engine and Dual-clutch Transmission:

Stracke decided to finally bury the mid-engine rumors once and for all by "quashing [them]" under his corporate boot heel. Also, he decided to let PR clarify that there is no dual-clutch transmission on the way. For those of you wondering about that, Autocar heard from a Saab source that just such a transmission was developed while Saab was still part of GM.

Let me get this straight:

Saab had the time and money to invest in a snazzy tranny, but somehow couldn't muster the energy to upgrade the 9-5 for the better part of a decade? No one else saw a hole in that story? Guess it's torque converters and clutches for the immediate future.

The V6 Powerplant:

GM says nope, I say why not? An entry-level twin-turbo V6 is an option people might consider instead of the V8. Most of the people I see driving Corvettes probably wouldn't even notice the difference (same goes for a hybrid). That's not to say that the Vette would ever lose what made it great, but performance and function could be had with a high-output whistling-sixer while also helping with that pesky CAFE rules.

Before anyone screams bloody murder, can we look back to 1953 for a moment and marvel at the Blue Flame inline-6 under the hood? That's right, 6 cylinders. So it is possible to incorporate less than a V8 under-hood without raining on the fanboys' parade.

The Hybrid and the Future:

A hybrid system would certainly be a fascinating option to have on an order sheet. GM has the tech in place already, so why not go mild-hybrid and have all the clutchless wonders out there save some dough while puttering quietly around town?

Shouldn't more be done to bring the Corvette in line with its competition and the modern era? As epic as it is, it's a wee bit outdated. The Vette is supposed to be the big-daddy for General Motors, not just Chevrolet; that means it should not only eviscerate Porsches and Ferraris, but look just as amazing. A nip and tuck here, some new tech there, and presto: a halo car, but also so much more. It could finally appeal to global consumers.

With no mid-engine, a possible hybrid, and that V6 just begging for a chance, the Corvette will continue to live on for now as it always has: heart beating up front, legs kicking out back.

Maybe one day, hopefully, the Corvette will finally evolve into something more...I sense a digital smack coming...modern. There, I said it. Now if you'll put down your pitchforks, let's bring GM's bad boy into the 21st century.

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Yaris Show OFF 4-2010

Yaris show off once more, the creative arena of competition Toyota Yaris modification has entered its fourth year. Not a short time to be able to continue to exist for modifying a competition car. This competition back in 2010 with larger, more interesting and certainly more challenging for the sets of.
Since its emergence a few years ago, Toyota Yaris emerged as one of the answers will be kendaraaan quickness that could reflect the young soul in self-owner comes with the spirit of "all about fun", this one was a vehicle that offers a variety of pleasure to its owner, starting from different features cool that can provide ease of its users such as smart the start / stop, smart entry, steering switches and many more make this one fun vehicle to drive. Over at the Toyota Yaris vehicles also Fun to Own, a variety of courses provided to meet the lifestyle of its

users, starting from isensation Yaris sales program, through a variety of lifestyle programs for owners Privilage Yaris by Yaris Ownership Program.

To complete the line variantnya as a fun vehic

le, recently launched Toyota Yaris Toyota Yaris TRD Sportivo ver.2, an option for those who want a sporty look and performance.
One fun activity that has become a trademark for Car of The Year tahub 2009 version of the magazine this motor car is the Yaris Show-Off program. A scene creative contest conducted through the medium modification of the Toyota Yaris. Since it was first held in 2007 in the year ago, the Yaris Show Off continues to get attention from among the young enthusiasts with a zest which increased from year to year. Evidenced by the organizers who continue to spread to other cities of Jakarta.

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Peugeot 308 Special Edition

Commemorating the 200th year anniversary of Peugeot, the French manufacturer has launched a special edition called the Peugeot 308 Millesim 200. There are four models, using VTi petrol engine and HDi diesel. Everything is based on a five-door hatchback but get an extra fitus color standards such as full body, 16-inch alloy wheels, sporty front grille, new rear bumper, Peugeot Connect USB & Bluetooth and badges Millesim 200. Everything also got the features that already exist in the Peugeot 308, such as ABS, Brake-force Distribution Eelectronic, Emergency Brake Assist, driver airbag, passenger airbag, side airbags, curtain airbags, electronic stability program, air conditioning, fog lights etc..
VTi petrol version uses technology, each with a capacity of 1.4 liter 98bhp and 120bhp 1.6-liter. Both engines have been known for its capabilities, as well as efficient in fuel usage. While the diesel version with a production capacity of 1.6 liter 90bhp and 110bhp maximum power. Like the gasoline versions, this engine is also very efficient and are equipped particulate filter system that filters out soot emissions. This feature will become a standard tool in the 110bhp version.

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2011 Citrone Metropolis

Premium segment is an elite group where they get all that in the dreams of other car brands. Brand embedded inside consumers, financial gain and a history is recorded. All manufacturers hang up his hopes for the incoming class in that group.
But it's not easy. Acura-Honda-brand luxury cars continue to strive to enter in groups of more than 20 years. Nissan's Infiniti are also still looking for a crack to enter. Mercury from Ford already tens of years but still has not been established. Maybach, Mercedes-Benz was reportedly even winded flared flowers. Competition is increasingly fierce with the entry via a serial Hyundai Genesis.
In 2008, the French manufacturer, Citroen introduced a concept car named tebarunya DS-taken from one of the legendary models. This concept car shows the future of top class cars Citroen. The goal is to change the Citroen into near-premium brand.

This is the first project completed design studio, the new PSA Peugeot Citroen in Shanghai, China. Well as indications kuata this model will be produced for local markets of China. Behind ekteriornya attractive design, the hidden platform 3 Citroen has made in the modification. Platform 6 is also used Citroen and Dongfeng produced several models, a partner PSA Peugeot Citroen in China.
Propulsion system using the latest technology that is PSA Peugeot Citroen Hymotion4 hybrid system. For this model, using a 2.0-liter V6 engine that produces 272hp which are all used to rotate the front wheels, while the electric motor drives the rear wheels. Combination of the two sources of power output was 480hp, equivalent to a V8 engine and 317lb-ft of torque. 7-speed transmission using a dual-clutch.
Many suspect, Metropolis 2011 Citroen will be displayed at the 2010 Beijing Auto Show, but apparently Citroen skip it and choose a grand exhibition of Expo 2010 Shanghai China. Communities may pursue Citoren Shanghai, No. 1 business city in China, where the richest people in China to build his business empire.

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VW Touran Facelift

Volkswagen's most successful compact minivan, Touran performed with a series of changes at the Auto Mobil International exhibition, Leipzig, Germany (April 10 to 18). The interface is now following the 'design DNA' latest Volkswagen.

Volkswagen Touran-introduced in Indonesia last year, has sold more than 1:13 million units worldwide. In Germany Touran controlled almost 50% market share in its class.

While in Europe, are always included in the top five in its class. In Indonesia, the Touran is plagued high prices, although the technology and quality far beyond other models class.
Apart from the display side, Touran also experienced improvements in the technical side such as the adoption of continuous main beam headlights (Dynamic Light Assist). Systems that help drivers when driving at night is usually found in luxury sedans for the first time and this is applicable in the compact minivan. System equipped with a sensor will turn off the light beam when there is a car coming from opposite directions, so that the driver does not glare. Once the sensor rate is not no cars coming from opposite directions, then the light beam at the switch again. All take place automatically.

Also equipped with the new Touran Park asist 2.0 that helps the driver-almost automatically, to park the car in parallel or diagonal. This feature is also usually only available in upscale sedans.

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Mazda Kabura

Mazda RX7 want to update, but until now there has been no sign of that project going, we first refer to Mazda Kabura, project which was launched in 2006.

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