The 2009 Ford Focus RS 2.5 T is the Ford that the world never expected. The turbo hatch has a great power to weight ratio and the rally racing styling can be seen though out. Milltek is allowing tuners to raise the bar up a notch with the release of their turbo back exhaust. The 3″ diameter piping and high flow cat allow for better utilization of boost pressure when compared to the already great factory unit.
[source: milltek]
As most tuners know, in interference motors timing belts/timing chains hold the fate of your tune and motor’s well being within their grasp. Over time during normal operation factory chains are known to stretch modifying a motor’s timing . This issue is greatly exacerbated with the use of aftermarket camshafts and aggressive tunes. Several timing chain tensioners have been released to help maintain the slack of the chain. Toda has increased reliability even further with the introduction of their heavy duty timing chains. The chain has been engineer to “reduce chain stretching by as much as 35%”.
[source: toda]
Lorinser has added the newest edition of the M-Class to their line up. They have addressed the body in a major way. The new four bar grille in the front of the car provides a road presence that the stock unit could not measure up against. Aggressiveness is added to the profile with the introduction of fender flares that widen the stance of the new M-Class. Lorinser’s aero package is completed with new bumpers (front and back)and side skirts that provide the car with a much lower feel. A performance increasing four pipe exhaust system is also available.
[source: lorinser]
Featured at car shows and presented in youtube clips, it isn’t often that a consumer is presented with the opportunity to own a concept car of any sorts. Mugen has changed this up a bit by making the aero kit of their Mugen FN2 concept available to Civic Type R owners. This kit is a full package with the following: replacement front bumper, bumper intake ducts, front fenders, aero hood, rear bumper and adjustable rear wing. As with all Mugen product, you can expect OEM fitment and impeccable quality.
As Mugen’s principle stocklist in the UK, TDI should be your first stop in sourcing the kit.
[source: automobilereviews]
It is hard not to notice the global trend of manufactures moving towards more eco-friendly vehicles. The amount of hybrid vehicles sold in Japan this year alone is amazing. With the bulk of the market swaying this way, we are seeing more and more aftermarket companies targeting this audience as well.
Kenstyle is one of the latest companies providing aero for the eco-conscious tuner. They recently released this amazing package for Honda’s new Insight, and it really transforms the look of the vehicle. The full consists of a front and rear lower spoilers, replacement grille, side skirts, and bonnet spoiler (an optional muffler is available).
[source: nihon cars]
Toda has been a staple of naturally aspirated japanese tuning for many years. Their parts span from power proven stroker kits to small parts that ensure the longevity of race motors during track duty. Their latest part is the later of the two. Toda noticed that the stock Denso part used on Honda’s starter motors became damaged in stroked and high compression instances. The new gear has been created to be much more durable to ensure damage does not occur.
The new gear is stated to work with the following Honda Vehicles: AP1/2, DC5, CL7-EuroR, FD1-2
[source: toda]
JMS Tuning has added to the styling options of B7(2005-2008) Audi A4 owners, with the release of their new front valence. The front valence adds to the aggressiveness of the car. JMS has priced the aero add-on with in the reach of most, at the price of 239 Euros.
[source: automobilereviews]
Toyota’s MR-S (MR2 Spyder) model is one of the company’s last sports oriented models. Its lightweight design and mid-rear platform has created a nice global following behind the no longer produced car. Voltex, well know for their carbon clad wind tunnel tested aero, has released their Type-3 GT Wing for the MR-S (MR2 Spyder). For those looking to keep the rear of their car planted on the track, do look into the Type-3 and other cars fitted with this model.
[source: voltex]
For the past few years Agency Power has been releasing some serious product. Their latest, their Sports Exhaust System for the Porsche 997 Turbo, is no exception. Their exhaust provides the 997T owner the race exhaust note without the low end drone, this is in addition to being light weight and of course proving gobs of power. Dyno charts for this exhaust show an increase of 21 all wheel horse power and 32fl/lbs of torque!
[source: agency power]
Spoon is one of the world’s top Honda tuners. There products are completely functional and have allowed the company’s racing team to dominate their endurance racing class for several years. Spoon has released aero mirrors for the S2000, these units greatly increase visibility on both sides and appear to be much more aerodynamic than the stock units. These will fit both AP1 and AP2 body styles of the S2000.
[source: spoon]
