Extremely elegant - but not extravagant - that's the new outfit for the BMW X5 xDrive35d from HARTGE. All exterior components are characterised by clear lines. Thus, the front spoiler, the diffuser-like rear skirt and the two-part side sills in PUR-RIM form a harmonious ensemble that, naturally, comes with a ABE homologation (Allgemeine Betriebserlaubnis - ABE).
Thanks to the HARTGE sports spring set with level control system for the rear axle, which lowers the vehicle by up to 30 mm, the X5 does not look like a SUV. This impression is underscored by the set of ‘BRILLANT CLASSIC 2' wheels. These 22 inch rims for ultra-wide tyres - 295/30 ZR 22 at the front and 335/25 ZR 22 at the rear - are the ideal match for the sporting four-wheel drive car with appropriate
HARTGE emblems. Details such as carbon casings for exterior mirrors and stainless steel tail pieces with oval tail pipes that can be connected to the standard exhaust system underscore the sporting nature of the car.
This is based on a 3-litre diesel engine producing 328 hp (241 kW) at 4400 rpm. With such a forceful power plant, the X5 xDrive35d from HARTGE needs only 6.1 seconds for the standing start to 100 km/h, i.e., significantly faster than the series X5, which takes seven seconds. The extra power is also reflected by a higher top speed, which rises from 235 to 244 km/h.

This will be the 20th Tokyo Motor Show that ALPINA, in partnership with its Japanese importer of over three decades, NICOLE Automobiles, has partaken in with its own exhibition stand.
The first car that was delivered to Japan in 1979, a BMW ALPINA B7 Turbo, is still being driven to this day. Chance has it that the 3000th car bound for Tokyo left the factory gates this year, after precisely 30 years.
Furthermore, the new ALPINA flagship, the BMW ALPINA B7 Bi-Turbo long-wheelbase, will be officially shown to the public for the very first time. This is were it the numbers get even more curious because it turns out ALPINA has altogether delivered 330 7 Series to Japan.
Also shown will be the BMW ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo, in itself quite remarkable because it is the first clean performance diesel that is available in the Japanese market, a market in which diesel engines could, up to now, only be found in trucks.
Enough reasons hence for ALPINA to again be present at the Tokyo Motor Show,especially considering that the turn out of other European manufacturers is very thin indeed – with Lotus being the only other one

German tuners Motoren Technik Mayer is releasing a new upgrade package for Volkswagen Golf GTI mk. VI owners. The new release is meant to compete with the upcoming Golf R by adding power.
The MTM package includes an extra air filter, and updated ECU tuning to boost the engine to 270 horsepower and up to 390 Nm of torque. This boosts top speed to an electronically-limited 265 km/h. Sans limiter, the speculation is that this car could clear 300 km/h.
Other enhancements include light alloy MTM Bimoto wheels with Continental XL Sportcont tires. The wheels are matte black, which matches the few black and dark grey pieces on the car. Eight-piston caliper brakes and 380 mm discs come from Brembo.

JB Design of Germany has unveiled its modified version of the Lamborghini Murciélago LP 640 known as LP 640 JB-R.
The V12 engine produces 525 kW (714 hp) after Power Level I for €28,000 and 552 kW (750 hp) at the seconds level. The LP 640 JB-R reaches its top speed at 370 km/h while the gears are changed using a F1 steering wheel rocker switch.
At the exterior, the JB Car Design Lamborghini LP 640 JB-R features patent registered “Blood to Black Diamond” finishes and JB Car Design aerodynamic package that consists of new front and rear spoiler, rear diffuser, air intake in the front, side coverings, side skirts, new front opening hood and engine hood.
The supercar stands on three-part 20-inch Schmidt Revolution aluminum wheels with hardened outer rim made of stainless steel wrapped with Michelin 265/30-20 tires at the front and 335/30-20 tires at the rear. Other feature includes a built-in flap controlled sport exhaust system where the sound can be changed at a push of a button.
Inside, the LP 640 JB-R features dark red Ultrasuede and black smooth leather in bi-color and carbon fiber trim. For €2,370, the windshield, back and side windows can be tinted with black film approved by the Technical control board.
The demo car shown is priced at €355,000 while the brand new JB Car Design Lamborghini LP 640 JB-R is priced at €500,000. More info available at www.jb-cardesign.de

IND has unveiled the one-of-a-kind BMW Individual Atlantis E90 M3.
Created for a client named Myke, the M3 is outfitted with an Atlantis Metallic paintjob which "shifts from Estoril blue to Avus blue to shades of green and teal" depending on viewing conditions. Other goodies include a hand built carbon fiber roof, a RD Sport front bumper, a Challenge rear diffuser, Neez Model 15 wheels, and an Akrapovic titanium exhaust system.
While no performance specifications were released, the car features a Dinan carbon fiber air intake, Rogue Engineering power pulleys, and Active Autowerke engine software. The chassis has also been upgraded with a KW coilover suspension and beefy Brembo brakes.
Upon receiving his new car, Myke said, "It's just perfect. It's exactly right. I wouldn't change a thing."

Manhart Racing has unveiled a V10-powered BMW "M3" E91 Estate.
Now, let that sink in for a second. BMW doesn't make an M3 Estate, and Manhart equipped one with the M5's 5.0-liter V10 engine instead of the M3's 4.0-liter V8! If that isn't insane enough, the company also added revised engine electronics and a HJS stainless-steel exhaust system (with two 200-cell racing catalytic convertors) which allows the engine to produce 550 PS.
Backed up by various M-spec parts (it uses the seven-speed SMG transmission and 100% limited slip differential from the M5 E60, while the axles and steering system come from the M3 E90), the M3 Estate rockets from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds, before topping out at 324 km/h (201 mph).
Other performance tweaks include a Bilstein PSS10 coilover suspension, a Stoptech braking system (with six-piston calipers and 380mm brake discs up front / four-piston calipers and 355mm brake discs out back), and RÄD Monza three-part forged wheels wrapped in Hankook S1 Evo tires.
While the performance is mind boggling, the styling is fairly typical. The exterior receives a traditional M3 body kit, while the interior boasts leather and Alcantara upholstery, carbon fiber trim, and heated sport seats.
If you like what you see, be prepared to send Manhart a check for €120,000 ($177,955 USD).

Gemballa is still developing the Mistrale Panamera based on Porsche's four-door sedan. Showcased here instead is a set of wheels fitted in the Panamera. The tuner's website states that they come in two styles; a 22-inch GT Sport wheel with tyre sizes 265/30/22 at the front and 315/25/22 on the rear, as well as the 22inch GT Sport - Rs with some riveting on the outside edge available in 22 and 20-inch.
TechArt might have stolen the march on other tuners by being the first to present their Panamera tuning programme at the recent 2009 IAA, but Gemballa is not waiting around for others to do thesame. Hopefully, at the coming Essen Motor Show we will know exactly what its engineers are cooking.

The 6.0V12 TDI engine in the 2010 Audi Q7 is one of the finest diesel engines ever made which combines a huge power with excellent efficiency. Well, sort of!not in comparison with the B&B version of it! This German tuner has came up with a power package for this V12 which offers 595ps and 1270Nm of torque. Crikey!
B&B engine modification program includes changes to the suction pipe, airflow and air cooling system and modifications to the unit-injector element, as well as boosting the turbochargers pressure and ECU upgrade. The full engine tuning can cost you up to 10,000 Euros.
The tuner also has two upgrade package for the smaller diesel engine offered with the 2010 Q7. For that 4.2 liter V8 engine you can have either a 375 hp and 850 Nm package for 1.698 Euro, or the 400 hp and 900 Nm one for 4,950 Euro.
And for the smallest member of Q7’s diesel range, the 3.0 liter TDI, B&B has three packages: First one is increase of the boost pressure of 0.15 bar, priced at 1.398 EURO to reach 280 hp and 585 Nm. Stage two costs only a hundred more – 1.498 EURO and the results are much better 300 hp and 600 Nm. The maximum output power of 3.0 litre TDI engine comes with stages three. The engine reaches 325 hp and a maximum torque of 640 Nm.
All cars comes with a 3,948 Euro body kit consisting of front and rear skirt, fender enlargements and roof spoiler. B&B special sport alloys for the car are available in 20,22 and 23 inch.