235 BHP BBR-COSWORTH MX-5 Supercharger

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Tuesday, November 30, 2010

BBR-Cosworth MX-5 Supercharger

BRACKLEY, Northamptonshire : November 30, 2010 - Renowned Mazda MX-5 tuner BBR has joined forces with Cosworth Engineering, the premier motorsport engineering company in the UK, to deliver an exciting performance upgrade package for the latest 2.0-litre, 158 bhp Mk3 Mazda MX-5.



The BBR-Cosworth collaboration unleashes a supercharger conversion for the Mk3, 2.0-litre MX-5 that centres around a state of the art 4th generation Eaton MP62 supercharger. A compact, reliable, quiet design that’s well proven in original equipment fitments across the world, the Eaton supercharger is mated to a Cosworth designed cast integral inlet manifold, which is optimised for both performance and fuel economy.

BBR–Cosworth Mazda MX-5 MK3 supercharger specification :
  • Cosworth Inlet manifold housing
  • Eaton 4th generation MP62 Supercharger
  • Intercooler (Air to water)
  • High flow calibrated injectors
  • High flow air box, with high flow air filter
  • Competition high grade hoses and fixings throughout
  • BBR Auxiliary Interceptor 2010 engine control unit (ECU) with 3-D mapping and MAP sensor
  • BBR-Cosworth identification badges


The BBR-Cosworth supercharger upgrade power increases the power output on the Mk3 Mazda MX-5 2.0-litre model to a dyno proven 235 bhp at 7130 rpm, with a healthy 190 lb.ft of torque available at 5260 rpm. Crucially the progressive nature of the power delivery means that the delicate dynamic balance of the MX-5 isn’t upset, yet naturally with a power gain of 77 bhp and a torque increase of 51 lb.ft performance is transformed for the better.

The MX5 BBRCosworth super charger system, which is exclusive to BBR, is now available to for installation at BBR’s Brackley, Northamptonshire fitting centre, located 6 miles south of the world famous Silverstone Grand Prix racing circuit.

The fitted price for the BBR-Cosworth Mazda MX-5 Mk3 supercharger upgrade is £4995.00. BBR will also be supplying BBR-Cosworth kits for DIY fitting, complete with all options and full installation instructions.


[Source : NEWSPRESS]

BBR launches 220 bhp Mazda MX-5 Turbo Anniversary Edition

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BBR MX-5 Turbo

BRACKLEY, Northamptonshire : November 30, 2010 - Celebrating the 1990 launch of the original MX-5 BBR turbo, BBR is proud to announce a 20th Anniversary turbo conversion package for the Mazda MX-5 model range, covering Mk1 and Mk2 variants of the world’s most popular sports cars, in both 1.6 and 1.8 - litre capacities. BBR’s relaunched turbo kit transforms the much loved Mazda MX-5 into a serious driving machine, elevating its performance from sedate to electrifying.



BBR’s in-house expertise and unrivalled experience with the Mazda MX-5 enables the firm to build upon the overwhelming success of the original 1990 150 bhp MX-5 turbo kit, updating and enhancing the design to produce a stunning, dyno proven 220 bhp plus from just 1.6-litres.

BBR Anniversary Phase One Turbo Specification:
  • Garrett GT25 ball bearing Turbocharger with integral waste gate control, water cooling & ported turbine housing with ceramic coating for improved thermal management
  • High temperature alloy cast exhaust manifold with ceramic coating and stainless steel heat shield
  • Front mounted Air to Air Intercooler and associated pipe work, powder coated black for factory style discretion
  • Competition standard hoses and fixings throughout
  • Auxiliary BBR Interceptor 2010 engine management computer with 3-dimensional mapping and external manifold pressure sensor
  • BBR specification larger fuel injectors
  • Stainless steel separated gases exhaust down pipe
  • New cool air induction system
  • Modified sump
  • Modified coolant and oil system piping
  • Special BBR Turbo identification badges with BBR anniversary plaque
  • Priced at £4995.00 fitted
On the 1.6-litre engined Mazda MX-5 Mk1 and Mk2 power increases to a dyno proven 221 bhp at 6900 rpm, with 175 lb.ft of torque at 5100 rpm. For 1.8-litre engined cars, the peak power and torque output will be correspondingly higher.

Priced at just £4995.00 fitted in BBR’s Brackley based workshop, the BBR Mazda MX-5 turbo kit is available now. A DIY version of the kit is also available as an option, priced at £3995.00.


BBR enhanced complete Mk1 Mazda MX-5’s unveiled

BBR has also responded to demand for an upgraded Mk1 MX-5 model, which combines outstanding engine performance and chassis dynamics. BBR’s brief was to produce a carefully enhanced high-powered Mk1 MX-5 that combines great handling, civilised road manners and awesome trackday capabilities in all weathers.

As such, BBR is now able to supply renovated, 220 bhp plus turbocharged Mazda MX-5 Mk1’s featuring full leather seats and a paint finish in a colour of the owner’s choice. Prices start at £7,500 and BBR is pleased to offer a list of cost options available for the discerning MX-5 owner, including:
  • A big brake kit including larger calipers
  • A limited slip differential
  • A longer final drive (for relaxed motorway cruising at lower revs)
  • Larger diameter alloy wheels
  • Further power upgrades
BBR’s revamped Mazda MX-5 Mk1 turbo is a pleasure to drive in all road conditions, providing 21st century style pace with the classic, tactile driving experience that’s unique to the world’s most popular sportscar.

The History of the BBR Mazda MX-5 Turbo

In 1990, exactly twenty years ago, renowned tuner and BTCC entrant Brodie Brittain Racing (BBR) was approached by Japanese car importer Mazda UK to tender for a 150BHP Turbo kit to fit the new MX-5 sportscar. Initially, there was an expectation that production would run to around 200 units.

Naturally there was competition to win the tender from other UK tuners, but BBR commenced work on the most economic turbo layout for the MX-5. In addition the criteria from Mazda UK demanded that the MX-5 turbo kit was to be a dealer fitment, so it was vital that the key components were simple to install - ‘like Lego,’ recalls Dave Brodie.

After an intensive development process BBR had soon established an ideal turbocharger package and subsequently won the Mazda UK tender, which contained strict design briefs regarding power limitations. One of the biggest design issues in this process was controlling the on boost fuelling, as there was no facility for this in the original Mazda ECU. Rising to the challenge BBR developed its own piggy back ECU called Interceptor, which enabled BBR to manipulate the electronic map settings from the original Mazda ECU to optimise the engine’s fuelling and ignition parameters for the turbocharger set up.

The end result was a Mazda UK approved, dealer fit, turbocharger kit that increased the power on the MX-5’s B16P engine from 115 bhp to 150 bhp. Warmly received by the motoring press and public alike, the BBR MX-5 turbocharger kit swiftly gained a reputation for bulletproof reliability and over the next few years BBR sold more than 1200 examples of the turbo kit, without a single engine failure.

Ultimately, the BBR MX-5 turbo kit proved to be the most popular aftermarket turbo kit yet sold in Europe and arguably, the USA too. Fast forward twenty years and demand and interest in BBR enhanced Mazda MX-5’s is stronger than ever, so that’s why BBR has done it again…


[Source : NEWSPRESS]

Superchips optimises The Porsche Cayenne Diesel

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Superchips Porsche Cayenne Diesel

BUCKINGHAM, UK : November 30, 2010 - Superchips Ltd, the world’s leader in high performance automotive electronic tuning, is delighted to unveil an ECU remap for the 2010 model Porsche Cayenne 3.0 diesel.


Responding to customer demand for increased low speed torque, Superchips engineers extensively analysed the Porsche’s Bosch EDC17 ECU, finding a number of areas where performance optimisation could occur on the Cayenne’s 2967cc V6 turbo diesel engine without compromising reliability or refinement.

Post installation, the Superchips ECU remap sharpens the Cayenne diesel’s powerplant, resulting in a smoother, more responsive, more exhilarating drive. Power is boosted by up to 47 bhp at 4044 rpm, while torque increases by an impressive 82 Nm (60 lb.ft.) Crucially, for a 2100 kilo SUV, the Superchips ECU remap improves the Cayenne Diesel’s performance from just 1800rpm, enabling swift, relaxed progress for fast road driving, overtaking, load hauling or off roading.

Pleasingly, the Porsche Caynenne’s much praised fuel economy is unaffected by the Superchips ECU remap and in most instances consumption improves due to the extra low rev torque available to the driver.

Installation of the Superchips ECU remap for Porsche Cayenne Diesel Sport models entails customers visiting one of approximately 80 Superchips performance centres, where trained technicians can undertake the remapping procedure.

[Source : NEWPRESS]

Lexus introduces IS 200D and 220D

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2011 LEXUS IS200d

The first-generation Lexus IS, opened in 1999, a luxurious and dynamic entry into the world of Japan's leading premium brand, Lexus. In its second generation, the Lexus IS worldwide firmly established in the segment of premium-middle class - with refined and powerful design, quality workmanship, modern technology and outstanding driving refinement, it forms since late 2005, one of the pillars of the Lexus model range.



For model year 2011 presents the models LEXUS IS 220din new equipment strategy, with subtly revamped interior and exterior design as well as further reduced values for fuel consumption and CO2 without compromises in driving fun - emissions. In addition, the brand with the Lexus IS 200d is a new, more cost-diesel variant.

A petrol, two diesel - all with improved fuel economy, the demand for ever more efficient and cleaner engines meet the LEXUS 208 hp 2.5-liter V6 engine, the IS 250 as an increased drive ratio that its average fuel consumption of 9.1 to 8, 4 liters per 100 km lower. Thanks to the automatic transmission is also further developed the Lexus IS 250 once again highlights in terms of quietness and vibration-free.

At the very economical 2.2-liter diesel with 177 horsepower of the IS 220d Lexus engineers achieved through meticulous precision work again to lower the average consumption is now only 5.5 liters per 100 km (144 g CO2/ Km). In addition, Lexus introduces the new IS 200d a new variant of this diesel engine, which is at a power of 150 hp with an average of only 5.1 liters of diesel per 100 km (134 g CO2/ Km) satisfied. All engines are well below the Euro 5 emissions standard

Revised bodywork and Innenraumdesign Subtle design retouching outside the character of the IS models emphasize as a planeo dynamic and elegant limousines. The new grille, headlights, the modified Wedt tinted clear glass and put the new front bumper with integrated fog lampsn Accents on the vehicle front, the redesigned alloy wheels and modifiedn Tail lights with red turn signal lenses give the IS a no less striking or un-d Rear view. Inside, door trim and new applications for an even more noble Finish, and the Optitron instruments were given a light-permeable cover.

The range of available colors to the sounds of "lapis blue mica und "Polar Blue Metallic" as well as the new "Diamond Black Glass Flake" enriched.


New equipment and trim level strategy "Executive Line“ Already a gleam in the basic version, all IS models with a comprehensive standard specification, iee including a premium audio system with 6-disc CD changer and a two-zone- Automatic climate control system includes.

For the 2011 model year Lexus is the equipment level, "Executive Line" before. It combines populare additional comfort and design features to a package offer in one, for examplesl electrically adjustable and heated leather seats, cruise control system "Cruise Control, "the PDC" Lexus Park Assist "and elegant 17-inch alloy wheels Wedt individual spoke design.

The starting model year 2011, full featured "F-Sport" version is also Wedt all three engines combined. She takes over inside and out numerouse Design features of rapid LEXUS IS F, including its leather-covered sport seats. Eggn enhanced to 13 speakers premium audio system, xenon headlights with LED- Daytime running lights and sporty new 18-inch alloy wheels complement the Ausstattungsumfang this variant. The IS 250 includes the "F-Sport" package also shift paddles on the steering columne and a new adjusted sportier programming of the speed-dependentn electric power steering, EPS.

2011 LEXUS IS220d F-Sport

The top model "Luxury Line" among others waiting with a upgraded interior design with fine wood applications, ventilated comfort seats in semi-aniline leather with memory function and with an optional Premium-Audio-/Multimedia-System the high-end specialists, "Mark Levinson with 6fachDVD changer on.

Its dynamic design powerful proportions and short overhangs emphasize the dynamic potential of the Lexus IS. It is 4585 mm long, 1,800 mm wide and
1.425 up to 1,440 millimeters. Extensive aerodynamic measures, very close and precise body panel gaps and the smooth surface of the subfloor to wear his good cWValue of 0.27 at.

To keep the interior audible noise low, the IC with its designers have equipped a number of sound-absorbing materials, which include special insulation materials. For further weight savings has the sedan a both light and highly rigid body structure and a laser-welded alloy bonnet.

Exemplary safety equipment has always been one of the highest active and passive safety of the priority development objectives of LEXUS. A range of advanced safety systems help the driver avoid accidents and, if a collision damage to keep the driver and passengers and other road users in check. Thus the IS sedan is among the safest vehicles in its class.


Innovative, proactive security systems in conjunction with the optional adaptive cruise control system with ACC Pre-Crash Safety System PCS fits the IS 250 will automatically request its speed to that of the preceding vehicle. The system detects within a split second, whether a threat of collision. The latest version of the PCS enabled in this case the Brake Assist and already significantly increased during a light step on the brake pedal the brake pressure and thus supports the driver in a timely introduction of a emergency braking. If an unavoidable collision, activates the belt tensioners and PCS automatically brakes the vehicle automatically from directly before the impact, if the driver is not there to respond. Thus, the consequences can be reduced effectively.

Highest reliability and superior driving stability thanks to high safety standards with VDIM each LEXUS, the standard vehicle dynamics integrated management VDIM existing in this. It links all driving dynamics systems such as the ABS antilock braking system, the electronically controlled brake force distribution EBD, the brake assistant BA, the traction control TRC and the vehicle stability program VSC to an intelligent network and also integrates the electric power steering EPS. VDIM engages proactively regulating imperceptible to the driver, even before a critical driving state is reached to the IS at all times to keep on track.

Best occupant protection as standard protects a comprehensive standard equipment driver and passenger airbags in every model IS injuries. This two-stage front airbags are triggered, side and knee airbags for driver and front passenger and head curtain airbags front and rear. On the passenger side uses LEXUS an innovative dual-chamber air bag that minimizes the risk of facial and chest injuries from the air bag and prevents a back of the head impact against the B-pillar, if the passenger is thrown back upon impact into the seat. ISOFIX child seat mountings are also standard equipment, as the WIL whiplash protection system on the front seats.


Intelligent assistance systems Comfortable driver assistance systems such as the speed control system "Cruise Control" increase security and provide a relaxed driving experience. In the equipment lines "Executive Line", "Luxury Line" and "F-Sport", the parking is visually and acoustically supported by the parking aid 'Lexus Park Assist ". In conjunction with the hard-drive navigation system also Einparkführung with rear camera is available.

Noble and rich interior comfort features, regardless of the equipment line, each about the LEXUS IS keyless vehicle control system, "Smart Entry" that the vehicle doors and the trunk as needed automatically locked and unlocked. The engine is started by pressing the Start button. In the "Rainbow Line" the only credit card-sized card-Key key module includes a standard feature.

High operating comfort and maximum comfort even on long trips is one of the basic advantages of the IS sedan. The front seats are eight-way adjustable. Even the basic facilities, the seats on emoluments in suede design, from the equipment version "Executive Line", the seats are leather and heated driver and front passenger, electrically adjustable. The equipment "F-Sport" comes up with leather / Alcantara sport seats, and the "Luxury Line" treats the inmates with covers made of fine, soft semi-aniline leather and an additional seat and front passenger.

In the models, the "Luxury Line" and "F-Sport" has the driver's seat, a triple memory function that stores the exterior mirrors and steering wheel settings.

Optimally in the field of vision, the precise-read, backlit Optitron instruments come with a sequential start-up. The multi-information display in the upper part of the instrument cluster provides information on outdoor temperature, instant fuel consumption, average fuel consumption and speed, the remaining range.

The electronically controlled dual-zone automatic climate control precisely regulates the indoor climate. The system not only has a filter for pollen and unpleasant odors, but switched in low outdoor air conditions - automatically depending on the trim level - in the recirculation mode.

Curved contours, harmonious color combinations and fine materials dominate the interior ambiance. Depending on the configuration round tasteful wood inlays and sporting applications in aluminum design from the interior. Also focused the engineers and designers on comfort and ergonomics. The multi-information display, and the most frequently used functions of speed control system, audio system and telephone are integrated with the steering wheel or directly controlled in the steering column mounted controls.

Realistic listening pleasure, the standard Lexus IS is one of the quietest cars in its segment, offering ideal conditions for a clear hi-fi enjoyment. Already standard guarantees LEXUS premium audio system with RDS radio, six-CD changer and eight speakers and 13 (for "Luxury Line" and "F-Sport") is a natural music reproduction. The main functions are in all versions of control buttons to control the steering wheel.

"Mark Levinson high-end multimedia system with 5.1 surround sound for the equipment line" Luxury Line "is an optional high-end multimedia system," Mark Levinson "is available. The HiFi-systems of the world's leading manufacturer of exclusive sound systems are used exclusively in Lexus brand vehicles in place and are always tailored to the passenger compartment. The 5.1 surround sound system with six-disc DVD changer, 300-watt amplifier and 14 speakers transformed the interior of the IS in a concert hall on four wheels. It impresses with lifelike sound reproduction and dynamics of extreme audiophile delight. are available for storing music data additional 10 GB memory.

Advanced audio, navigation and multimedia system with rearview camera On request the buyer the LEXUS LEXUS IS hard-drive navigation system, one of the most advanced and fastest systems can be expected on the market.

In the basic version, "Executive Line" and the "F-Sport" is the optional navigation system is part of an expanded audio system with 13 speakers, which also includes a rearview camera with Einparkführung. It is operated by a seven-inch touch screen in the center console that's intuitive and easy access to Board computer, automatic climate control and navigation system allows. He also serves as a monitor for the rearview camera.

Images : 2011 LEXUS IS200d







Images : 2011 LEXUS IS220d F-Sport






[Source : LEXUS]
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