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Friday, October 29, 2010

2010 HAMANN BMW X6 M TYCOON

HAMANN-Motorsport, the renowned specialist for exquisite refinements of BMW-automobiles shows its latest developments on the 80th Geneva Motor Show. The masculine show-piece on the HAMANN exhibition stand with 200 square metres is the world premiere of the 670 hp/493kW strong and 300 km/h fast TYCOON EVO M based on the BMW X6 M.
Already the shape of the TYCOON EVO M with its impressive broad built gives a good hint of what is to be discovered. Mainly responsible for that are the front and the rear wing extensions made of light composite materials. These let the body expand by impressive 60 millimetres

Additionally, the HAMANN designers enhanced the sides with the newly designed side skirts. The distinctive hallmark of the front is the apron with the four striking LED daytime running lights. But the body set does not only emphasise the appearance, enlarged air inlets in the front and the carbon bonnet allow an optimised air ventilation of the engine compartment. At the X6 M rear, HAMANN also replaces the original skirt with an own development. This makes room for the earthy sounding sports exhaust system with the centrally positioned double end pipes. The rear view of the TYCOON EVO M is perfected with beautifully designed rear- and roof spoilers. All of those components produce a low-swirling airflow over the vehicle silhouette and render additional downthrust.

In addition to the spectacular shape of the TYCOON EVO M the HAMANN engine department added a powerful performance enhancement for the serial engine. The most significant component for the performance enhancement and responsible for the dynamic and earthy sound of the TYCOON EVO M is the stainless steel high performance exhaust system with metal catalysers. A newly programmed map for the serial motronic completes the upgrade and suspending the speed limit of 250 km/h allows unrestrained driving pleasures.



As a result of the modifications, the X6 M now offers 670 hp / 493 kW at 6,000 r.p.m. and 780 Nm torque at 1,500 - 5,650 r.p.m. This is a surplus of 115 hp and 100 Nm compared to the serial version. Therefore, the all-wheel accelerated from 0 to 100 in only 4,2 seconds and reaches a maximum speed of 300 km/h.

Specially adjusted to the increased requirements of the TYCOON EVO M, the refining specialist presents varying wheel designs and sizes. A highlight concerning styling and technology is the rim model UNIQUE FORGED ANODIZED produced in most modern forged technology. The dynamic shape of the delicate, anodised cross spokes does not only lead to a dynamic and striking look, but also results in an even weight distribution and therefore guarantees higher bearing loads. HAMANN offers the 23-inch wheel in the dimensions 11.0 x 23 at the front- and 12.0 x 23 at the rear axle, combined with wheels measuring 315/25 R 23.

The light alloy wheels are especially emphasised with the HAMANN lowering kit. Progressively coiled springs at the front axle and a modification kit for the rear axle thereby lower the centre of gravity of the Sports Utility Vehicle by approx. 40 millimetres.

In addition to the existing factory-provided interior, HAMANN offers accessories made of black-anodised aluminium in combination with carbon applications. Pedals and foot rest render motor sports air and perfectly match the 12-part HAMANN decoration set made of carbon fibre. An three-spoke sports steering wheel additionally render the TYCOON EVO M a dynamic overall appearance. For the luggage compartment in the back of the X6 M, HAMANN offers an elegant and practical boot mat with diamond-shaped decorations and an embroidered logo.







Sunday, September 26, 2010

2010 Toyota Tacoma Gamer Debut






The Toyota Tacoma All-Terrain Gamer (ATG) combines outdoor sports activities and video games to create the ultimate active lifestyle vehicle for young Tacoma pickup truck owners. The special vehicle was designed to take Tacoma owners to their favorite remote locations where they can pursue their passion for outdoor sports activities and also provide a haven at the end of the day to play their favorite interactive video games. 

To create the Tacoma ATG Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. teamed up with a group of partners who are among the finest in their fields of expertise. The partners included The B.A.D. Company as the primary builder,along with Microsoft Xbox, Kicker, Toyota Racing Development, INNO Advanced Car Racks and Cannondale. 

Toyota provided a 2009 Tacoma Double Cab Long Bed PreRunner V6 five-speed automatic to The B.A.D. Company to transform it into the rugged ATG. The builders felt this Tacoma configuration provided the best combination of on-road and off-road capability, a spacious cab to haul friends and a full-size bed to carry cargo and equipment. 

The B.A.D. Company removed the B-Pillars and installed double gull-wing doors to increase space and create a œpatio like shelter for gamers. Adjustable theater style seating was created by removing the front seats and repositioning them to the outboard rear locations. This theater seating configuration intensifies gaming action by creating a communal experience, especially effective when playing Xboxs new HALO ODST team oriented four-person video game. Large steps were created to allow easy ingress/egress and leg support for outboard chair



gamers.
 

Four interior monitors were placed on two swing arms to allow the vehicle to be easily converted from a video haven to a drivable truck. The swing arms were designed and contoured to provide each game seat optimum screen distance and angled to maximize the high definition experience. 

To increase storage capability an INNO Ridge Wide Cargo Box is attached to a roof mounted roll bar. Two Upright Lock Bike Racks mounted to truck base rack systems, each provided by INNO, are mated directly to the tonneau cover. The two Lock Bike Racks carry Cannondale RZ ONE Twenty and Cannondale Moto 4 high performance mountain bikes. 

Exterior modifications also included three base colors of a custom metallic anthracite (pulled directly from the Xbox brand guide), drilled aluminum interior panels, color-matched protective floor coating, an acrylic hood with an engine view port, a 66-inch plasma monitor with a custom roll cage enclosure, tonneau cover with Å“Craze paint technique, blacked out front grille, sponsor logo windshield sun shade, front and rear bumpers, smoked front head and rear tail lamp treatment, and Xbox graphics. 

The Xbox gaming system in the Tacoma ATG is complemented by a two-channel custom Kicker audio system, providing the ultimate sound design to maximize the video game experience. The system generates a total of 2,150 watts of power from studio grade rack-mounted amps to minimize sound quality deterioration over extended use. Gamers will feel the action via the 1,500 watt 12-inch Kicker Solobaric L7-12 Subwoofer in a custom enclosure with vents at each corner directing air into the cab. Sound will rain down on gamers from eight Kicker QS65.2 6.5-inch mid-range speakers handling a combined 650 watts of power to complete the gaming experience. 

Additional interior modifications include four Simpson custom upholstered off-road racing seats with four-point black racing harnesses, custom three-tone upholstered interior and a mini-fridge energy drink dispenser. 

In addition to being the ultimate gaming vehicle the Tacoma ATG also needed to be able to transport outdoor enthusiasts to their favorite remote locations. Toyota Racing Development (TRD) contributed to the project with the installation of its 304 horsepower 4.0-liter Supercharger to increase vehicle torque and better traverse rugged landscape. TRD 16-inch bead lock wheels with BF Goodrich LT295/75R16 All-Terrain T/A tires were added to improve off-road stability and increase traction. 

After its debut at the 2009 SEMA Show the Tacoma ATG is scheduled to be used by Toyota, Xbox, Kicker, and INNO for a variety of consumer and industry events. 

Tacoma All-Terrain Gamer Accessories 
Partners and Sponsors 
Principle: Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. 
Builder / Fabricator: The Big American Dream Company (B.A.D. Co.) 
Gaming: Microsoft Xbox 
Audio: Stillwater Designs / Kicker 
Performance: Toyota Racing Development (TRD) 
Sports Equipment: INNO Advanced Car Racks 
Mountain Bikes: Cannondale 

Exterior 
- Custom three-tone paint with Å“Craze technique 
- Driver & Passenger side double gull wing doors with B-Pillar removed, custom hinge mechanism and light synchronization system 
- Custom steel roof mounted roll bar 
- Acrylic hood with view port and engine compartment lighting 
- Tonneau cover with Å“Craze paint technique 
- Custom rear monitor protective enclosure 
- Blacked out front grille, front & rear bumpers 
- Smoked front head & rear tail lamp treatment 
- INNO Ridge Wide Cargo Box mounted to roof mounted roll bar 
- INNO Upright Lock Bike Rack mounted to Tonneau cover holding two Cannondale mountain bikes. 
1. Cannondale RZ ONE Twenty 
2. Cannondale Moto 4 
Xbox 360 graphics 

Interior 
- Custom expandable theater style rear seat gaming area with removable front seats repositioned to extend beyond the edge of the cab 
- Custom aluminum seat support frame with lighting treatment 
- Four Simpson custom upholstered off road racing seats with four-point black racing harness 
- Custom swing out four game monitor mounting system 
- Custom protective floor coating 
- Custom aluminum roll cage 
- Custom drilled aluminum headliner 
- Custom three-tone upholstered interior 
- Mini-fridge energy drink dispenser 

Performance 
- TRD 4.0L V6 Supercharger 
- Air to liquid intercooler 
- High flow fuel injectors 
- Cold Air Intake 
- TRD Stainless Steel Cat-back single outlet exhaust 
- 304HP & 334 lb/ft of Torque 
- 16X7.5 TRD Cast Bead Lock Wheels with custom finish 
- BF Goodrich LT295/75R16 All-Terrain T/A Tires 



Audio/Visual 
- Four Xbox Elite Game Console Bundles 
- Alpine IVA-W505 touch screen head unit 
- Kicker KQ5 Preamp Equalizer 
- Behringer DCX2496 Crossover 
- QSC CX702 1500 Watt (8 O) Power Amplifier for subwoofer 
- Two QSC CX302 325 Watt (4 O) Power Amplifier for midrange 
- Total system produces 2150 Watts of power 
- Kicker Solobaric L7-12 Subwoofer with custom vented enclosure 
- Eight Kicker QS65.2 6.5-inch Midrange 
- 66-inch Sharp Aquos Plasma High Definition public viewing monitor 
- Four Samsung 24 High Definition flat panel game monitors.