Porsche Cayenne by Schmidt Revolution II: Official Information and Specifications

The German tuner Schmidt Revolution is based in Bad Segeberg agreed that the second generation Porsche Cayenne (Cayenne II since 2010) is not the appropriate "shoes" for the winter to come, reason for which they came up with a new program for the car, not just your sport utility vehicle to smoothly handle snow and ice, but still looks really good, while in.

The wheel and tire set includes 22-inch wheels wrapped in Thino design snow tires size 295/30R22.

Schmidt Revolution unfortunately not mention how much it costs for the Porsche Cayenne II can be equipped with the above-mentioned wheels and tires, but hopefully we will be able to find out before we see them in the streets.

So owners of Porsche Cayenne II, think about getting your car fit a new set of shoes for winter to come, they really come in handy, especially when taking into account who is selling them.As when we have more details we promise to keep you informed.

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AutoWeek names Porsche 918 RSR concept Detroit's best in show

DETROIT -- Porsche AG's 918 RSR concept -- introduced this week at the Detroit auto show -- was named best in show today by editors at AutoWeek.

“It was the undisputed star of the show,” said Wes Raynal, AutoWeek editor. “Porsche is clearly looking at going back to Le Mans in 2012, and the Porsche 918 RSR gives us clues to a production coupe coming in 2013.”

This was the German automaker's first appearance at the Detroit auto show since 2007. The 918 supercar beat out the 2012 Audi A6, the 2011 Chrysler 300, the Ford Vertrek concept and the Mini Paceman.

The Vertrek received the best concept award because of its blend of European styling and American practicality.

“Ford has been so focused on serious stuff such as small cars and fine-tuning production models that it hasn't had a lot of time to craft concepts capable of turning heads at auto shows,” said Roger Hart, AutoWeek executive editor.

“The best part is that Ford design boss J Mays says this concept is very close to the look of the next Escape.”

AutoWeek also named the redesigned Chrysler 300 as the most significant model and the all-new BMW 1-series M coupe as the most fun vehicle of the Detroit show.

The 300 earned the honor because of its critical position within the Chrysler lineup, and the 1-series M coupe “gets the driver in us excited,” Hart said.

The awards were announced at the 17th AutoWeek Design Forum, held at the College for Creative Studies. AutoWeek, a sister publication of Automotive News, also honors vehicles within these four categories at the auto shows in Geneva, Paris, Frankfurt and Tokyo.

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Amazing Porsche 918 RSR wows Detroit

Porsche's star turn at the Detroit Auto Show is the sensational new 918 RSR, a stunning race machine that looks into the future.

Although it takes its name from the 918 Spyder - the ultra green supercar unveiled during Geneva 2010 - this is a very different beast. Designed wholly for speed on the track, the 918 RSR does not have a conventional petrol-electric hybrid system like the Spyder did, but a highly innovative 'flywheel accumulator'.

Instead of a passenger seat you'll notice there's an unusual cylindrical canister - that's the flywheel accumulator. Each of the 918's front wheels has an electric motor/generator, which can both drive the wheels for extra oomph or generate electricity during braking.

The energy they generate is captured and stored in the accumulator, which can spin to a dizzying 36,000rpm. The driver can press a button at any point and unleash this energy back to the motors for an instant hit of power - a kind of futuristic rocket boost, if you will.

Not that it lacks power in the first place, though: a mid-mounted 3.4-litre V8 engine develops 555bhp at a superbike-like 10,300rpm. That added to the electric motors' combined 201bhp makes this a 756bhp racer.

Elsewhere the car is more conventional, if still quite spectacular, with the most obvious change from the 918 Spyder being the fixed roof.

Porsche says the 918 RSR is a test bed for the accumulator technology, though there's a chance we could see the car hit the Le Man 24-hour race in a year or two.

Source : uk.cars.yahoo.com

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Next Porsche 911 spied

Porsche’s next 911 is coming on strong! Our spies have captured the best pictures yet of the new coupe and convertibles testing together in secret. Codenamed 991, the new cars represent another significant evolution in Porsche 911’s iconic history.


The newcomer certainly looks similar to the old one, but it is a completely new model. And these pictures show a number of styling tweaks for the first time. For a start, the 991 model is a little longer and wider than the car is replaces, giving a little extra space in the 911’s snug cabin.


New design details include larger front wing pontoons which house all-LED headlights, slightly deeper side sills and door-mounted wing mirrors, and a more significantly sculpted rear end, with design cues borrowed from the 918 Spyder concept.   


On the inside, the 911 benefits from a hike in quality, with an interior inspired by the Panamera. Expect top-spec Burmester stereos, improved sat-nav with better integration for mobile devices and quality leather trim to feature.


But just like previous 911s, its what’s underneath that counts. The new 911 shares its front suspension and steering with the next Boxster, to cut costs. However, the rear suspension, and calibrations for the PASM adjustable dampers remains unique.


The engine range follows the current cars, with the 3.6-litre flat-six Carrera model’s power and torque rising 20bhp and 20Nm respectively, to 365bhp and 400Nm. The 3.8-litre unit in the Carrera S boasts the same gains, taking power to 415bhp and torque to 440Nm.


Despite the power increase, tweaks to the direct injection system and the addition of brake regeneration and stop start reduce fuel consumption by 12 per cent.


A six-speed manual gearbox will be standard, and the seven-speed PDK will be an option. Most buyers are likely to opt for the auto though, as around 80 per cent of current 911’s feature the PDK dual clutch gearbox.


The 991 911 will make its debut at next September’sFrankfurt Motor Show, and goes on sale in the UK the following month. More powerful 911 Turbo, GT3 and GT2 models will follow in 2012.


Update : German magazine, Autobild, is claiming that they have an inside scoop for what will be hidden underneath the hood of the futurePorsche 911, and it’s smaller than the current entry level 3.6L Boxer engine! According to Autobild, the Porsche 998 911 will be carrying a 3.4L Boxer engine that will produce 345hp. All we have to say is that the price better go down with the horsepower! Hit the jump to get more details.

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Porsche 911 GT3 RS

Introduction

Strip out some weight, add a high-revving race-derived 3.8-litre flat-six engine and tweak the aerodynamics, interior, suspension and you get the Porsche 911 GT3 RS.

What are its rivals?

The 911 GT3 RS is something of an oddball in the car world. It exists to satisfy homologation rules that stipulate that Porsche must make a certain number of road cars to allow it to go racing. So the GT3 RS is a technicality, a glorious one admittedly, but one that's there to satisfy motorsport's rule-makers.

Its quoted performance - 193mph maximum and 0-62mph in four seconds - puts it into the league of the very fastest supercars. However, it's relatively modest 911 basis means Porsche doesn't ask too much money for it. At just over £107,000 it's certainly not cheap, but compare it to cars its performance is an equal or better of and it looks like good value for money.

How does it drive?

Given the RS's focus - this being a car you can choose to remove the air conditioning and radio from to save weight - it's remarkably useable. The ride is supple on the move, though around town its low nose means expensive sounding scrapes on big speed bumps and small ramps. That aside it retains the 911's roundedness. The race-derived 3.8-litre engine proves remarkably docile in traffic, while the gearshift is pleasingly mechanical and precise in its action. Up the pace and the GT3 RS is in the otherworldly league, with speed and poise to match just about anything on the market. It's sensationally quick, the 3.8-litre flat six not just providing massive power, but a soundtrack that'll leave you tingling well after you turn it off.

It's all about sensations with the GT3 RS. The feedback it gives you is so clear, its response to your input so instantaneous and accurate it's a car that you can really exploit. The steering is beautifully weighted, the brakes strong and the engine free-revving and supremely responsive. Add in that surprisingly supple suspension and the GT3 RS is about as fast a road car as you could ever hope to enjoy.

What's impressive?

It might be fast, but the GT3 RS can still be enjoyed at any speed. It's that feedback, that connectedness that separates it from mere ordinary sports cars - and even its 911 relatives. Every drive is an experience. The GT3 RS's reserve of ability is so deep it's unlikely anyone could ever tire of driving it. It's noisy, intense, busy and demanding, but that all only adds to its phenomenal performance and massive appeal.

What's not?

Anything this focused is going to come with compromises. The GT3 RS has no rear seats; instead there's a roll cage. The ride is a bit knobbly around town and it's a bit anti-social starting it early in the morning - it'll definitely wake up the neighbours. That low nose is a pain on our speed bump and steep parking/forecourt-ramp world too. And if we're being picky we'd lose the stickers, too.

Should I buy one?

If you want a pure hit of automotive adrenalin then do. Nothing comes close to the GT3 RS for providing epic performance, sensational feel and usability in a single package. Sure, there are more intoxicating, high-speed lightweight cars, but the 911 GT3 RS is the most complete. In a world where performance cars are increasingly faster but sanitised the GT3 RS is a refreshingly demanding and involving car, which rewards quite unlike any other. If we had £107,000 to spend on a car we know where we'd be putting it.

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