The newest Ford Focus RS is great, agressive power and great styling in an affordable package. What is there not to love? These aren’t even state side and I love it. I am not sure if a tuner’s manifesto exists, but if it does the first lines would probably be “a few more horsepower couldn’t hurt”. The guys over at Mcchip must have the same book, they have released a awesome two stage package for the Ford Focus 2.5 RS and its good! Stage 1 will net you 345hp, a stout 40hp more than factory. The Stage 2 kit goes a bit further than an ecu upgrade but includes hardware to raise the Focus RS to fear instilling 400Hp!

[source: mcchip]

Hondata has announced the release of their FlashPro tuning application for drive by wire Honda S2000’s. In short, this is huge! S2000 owners can now enjoy tuning and datalogging with much greater ease than ever before.

Hondata has provided the following list of features.

FlashPro features

Programmable ECU interface.
Connects via OBDII diagnostic port.
USB 2.0 connection
Works with Laptop or Desktop
No ECU modification necessary.
90 second ECU programming time.
20 hours on board datalogging memory.
FlashProManager Windows software.
Check and clear diagnostic codes.
Customizable laptop gauges.
Readiness codes and smog check status.
Dual calibration storage – upload from one of two calibrations stored in the FlashPro

2006+ S2000 tuning features

Ignition, fuel, idle speed, table editing.
VTEC window.
Rev and launch limiters.
Map tracing & lambda overlay.
Expanded fuel, ignition & cam angle tables for forced induction.
4 bar MAP sensor support (40 psi).
Support for larger injectors.
Injector latency / dead time.
Individual cylinder fuel & ignition trim.
Starting calibrations for intake, headers, forced induction & larger injectors.
Fully functional cruise control

[source: hondata]

MTM has been tuning VW and Audi vehicles for a number of years. We all knew that they would release an ECU flash for the MKVI GTI, it was just a matter of when it would be released and the amount of power increased. They did not disappoint us; their new package consisting of an ECU flash and air filter raises the performance to a jaw dropping 270 hp and 400 Nm of torque.

[source: 4wheelsnews]

B&B has been hard at work on Audi’s latest rendition of the Q7. They have created tuning packages for three of the turbo diesel motors that it comes with.

The 3.0 TDI motor is treated with three power levels. The stage 1 tune raises output to 280 hp and 585 Nm, The stage 2 tune cost about 100 euro more and provides 300 hp and 600 Nm. Stage 3 maxes the 3.0 TDI out at 325 hp and 640 Nm.

Although the 4.2 TDI motor only has two stages of tuning, they both create immense amounts of power and torque. Stage 1 raise the Q7 to 375 hp and 850 Nm of torque and Stage two reaches 400 hp and 900 Nm of torque.

6.0 V12 Turbo Diesel owners should not feel left out, B&B has two packages for you as well. Stage 1 raise the car to an amazing 565 hp and 1,220 Newton-meters. I am not sure who would need any more power than this but the Stage2 is also available providing 595 hp and a maximum torque of 1,270 Nm.

[source: automobile review]

APS has released its stage one upgrade for the new VW mkVI GTI. Consisting of just an ECU upgrade, the stage one tuning jumps the stock 210hp to 250hp and the stock 207 ft/lbs of torque to a strong 292 ft/lbs. The APS stage one ECU upgrade is also said to drop the 0-60 time from 6.9 sec to a quick 6.2 sec and increases the cars max speed from 149mph to 155mph. The ECU upgrade goes for around £599 or approx $870.00.

[Source: Carscoop]

If you are v8 R8 owner, currently you maybe weighing your options. Luckily, German tuner MFK Autosports has recently become another option for those looking for modifications. Currently, they are providing an ECU reflash that raises the horsepower output 30HP to a round 450HP. MFK Autosports has also thrown another exhaust option into the ring with the release of their “flap-controlled sport exhaust system”; from the naming we assume that at upper RPM range the driver will be treated to a symphony of V8 goodness.

[source: carscoop]

Superchips has released their Superchips Bluefin Tuning chip for the BMW 123.  The tune produces a 50 bhp increase as well as a 68 ft/lb increase in torque. Bluefin uses an easy to use plug and play design and has over 30 years experience in vehicle tuning and performance.

Specs after the jump.

Available from Graham Goode Racing

[Source: Bluefin]

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Hamann has announced the release of their new performance and styling parts for the new Ferrari California. While California owners will have to wait on the performance offerings that will come by way of a revised engine management program and new exhaust system, they can set their sights on Hamann’s new carbon fiber rich styling parts.

Hamann’s aerodynamic body parts consist of a full hood, front spoiler, side skirts, 3 piece rear diffuser and smaller rear wing which are all carbon fiber and add stying to the car as well as improving the actual aerodynamics and handling. In addition to the body parts, Hamann is also offering new lightweight forged wheels and interior accessories.

[Source: Hamann]

AC Schnitzer has had their engineers and designers in the kitchen this year, they have been cooking up some marvelous stuff. The newly redesigned Z4 is the most recent center of their attention with new aero and ECU tuning. BMW’s  twin turbo inline six Z4 from the factory is a decent contender, the AC Schnitzer raises the bar raising the car’s output to 360HP and an under 5 second  0-60 time.

AC Schnitzer’s aero package allows the looks of the car to reflect the unleashed power.  The kit contains the following: chrome front grille, lower front valance,  sports fenders with integrated air outlets for improved cooling of the front brakes, and a two-piece rear spoiler.

[source: ac schnitzer]

Fiat 500 fans are you ready? Hamann has come to your rescue again, I know they have been doing the Fiat 500 for a while now but they have a new package this time its really exciting. The Hamann Largo is explicitly for the Fiat 500 1.4i 16V & Fiat 500 Abarth models. The engine tuning package raises the 1.4v model to 112HP, the Abarth model moves to a seat clutching 265HP.

The body package address all sides of the car with the following pieces: front bumper with LED day time running lights, side skirts, fender flares, rear bumper. The package is completed with a four tip exhaust, adjustable sport suspension, and Hamann’s Largo Forged wheels.

[source: hamann]