If you ask most people, the Ferrari F8 Tributo does not need an exhaust upgrade. The stock one would be fine as-is for almost everyone who reads this article. However, some people want more, and in that case, tuners are ready to offer products to match their wants.
Upgrading the exhaust of an Italian exotic car is not something you should do with parts from your local store, unless you live on the same street as Novitec. Even if that is the case, you might still need to make an appointment or at least place an order for the parts that you want to install, as the company does not stock F8 Tributo downpipes as if these are selling one daily.
The V8 behind the seats of the F8 Tributo has a displacement of 3.9 liters, and it provides 720 horsepower at a screaming 7,000 rpm. Peak torque is 770 Nm (568 lb.-ft.), and it arrives at 3250 rpm.
With a seven-speed automated twin-clutch gearbox, it can sprint from naught to 100 kph (62 mph) in just 2.9 seconds. It has launch control, as you may be aware, and you can see it in action in the video below.
If the driver has access to a racetrack with long straightaways, or can access Germany’s restriction-free Autobahn, they can hit the F8 Tributo’s top speed, of 340 kph (211 mph).
We do not know for how long Germany’s highways will continue to have sections without speed limits, but racetracks will continue to exist for as long as people are paying to drive on them. Yes, saying you want to go to the track some day means nothing if you never pay to go drive on one, so do not be surprised to learn your local go-kart track is closing because nobody visited it anymore.
With that in mind, put your headphones on and listen to the Ferrari V8 in twin-turbo form while it speeds away in this video. As you can observe, the vehicle is disturbingly fast, and its acceleration happens as if nothing is holding it back. With over 700 horsepower on tap, that’s understandable.
For car enthusiasts, it’s always a treat whenever you find out what your favorite athlete has parked in his or her driveway, because it’s always going to be something pretty special – people who make millions of dollars per year don’t tend to drive a RAV4.
Just recently we showed you a bunch of rides belonging to the likes of Memphis Grizzlies’ Ja Morant, Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young and of course, we brought you another look at LeBron James’ brand-new GMC Hummer EV.
Today, we have another treat and this one is a real doozy. It involves arguably the most talented NBA player to ever come out of Europe, and that’s saying something, seen as how he’s still just 23 years old. We’re talking about Luka Doncic, the former Real Madrid (basketball) star who’s become a dominant force in the NBA.
He has already led his Dallas Mavericks squad to a Game 7 victory over the top-seeded Phoenix Suns and will play in the Western Conference finals against the Golden State Warriors later this week. Doncic is a three-time NBA All-Star, two-time All-NBA First Team selection, NBA Rookie of the Year, EuroLeague champion, EuroLeague MVP and a FIBA Intercontinental Cup champion.
Aside from being totally awesome at basketball, the young Slovenian star is also into expensive rides, and we just found out that he bought a Mansory-tuned Lamborghini Urus which he took on vacation with him in Croatia last year. Doncic’s Urus eventually made its way to the Car Spotting Croatia Instagram page and the rest is history.
Granted, there are quite a few custom body kits available for the Lamborghini Urus, but not many tuners can match Mansory’s talents when it comes to making cars that already look spectacular attract even more attention.
Luka’s Mansory-tuned Urus is black with exposed carbon fiber bits, black wheels, flared arches courtesy of the kit, plus custom badging, an ultra-aggressive front spoiler, new apron, new hood, a custom diffuser with three tailpipes and this is just what is visible on the car. Mansory also offers a completely bespoke interior, but we can’t be sure if Doncic’s Lambo has been fully decked out.
By the way, this body kit is called Venatus, which is Latin for hunting or chasing… or something like that – hey, even Google can be a bit iffy when it comes to dead languages.
As for how we can be sure whether this is really Luka’s car or someone else’s, well, we have luxury car moving firm VMW Lux to thank for that. One of their representatives took a picture next to the car while holding a PS4 copy of NBA 2K22, which has Luka Doncic on the cover. They also used the Mavericks star’s name as a hashtag, and the caption read: “En route to Mr. Luka Magic!”
We look forward to seeing Doncic showcase some of his magic in the Western Conference Finals, which kick off Thursday, May 19.
After launching their first take on Porsche’s new Taycan, DMC is now back. Introducing a brand new 2022 iteration of its Aero Kit for the fully electric Porsche: Introducing the new DMC Taycan GT3.
The Taycan is one of the latest models that Porsche has launched, and it didn’t come without polarizing features. Some think its design is too much off the traditional Porsche DNA, while others have welcomed the new style. DMC, Super Car Tuner from Germany, decided to bring all sides together by creating a new Taycan, that aims to please both sides.
DMC decided for a subtle yet aggressive with a professinal enhancement which not only supports the Taycan’s stock power, but also creates an aggressive looking beast: A carbon fiber aero-package, combined with professional 22-inch forged wheels, developed with Canadian rim manufacturer PUR WHEELS, which optimally fill out the available space under the wheel arches.
The German designers used the latest Aerodynamic Software to develop a body styling kit that makes the Taycan even more streamlined and aerodynamically efficient. Gone are the days of analogue wind-tunnel tests which are good but bear too many factors for errors. With the new aero-kit styling, the Porsche Taycan received an even more extravagant appearance. The components are manufactured from especially light yet high-strength naked carbon and give a matte or glossy coating.
In order to improve the rear up-lift, and thus achieve an optimal aerodynamic balance, DMC enhanced the Tacyan with a combination of 2 spoilers on the rear trunk lid. The bigger rear wing adds needed downforce, which comes in handy when the Taycan is used on track or curvy roads during performance events. It is installed on top of a smaller duck spoiler, which also can be used stand-alone. Clients that don’t like big aero-specs will love the elegant duck spoiler which covers the OEM rear wing. It has an integrated trunk lip wing, which lightly reduces rear-axle lift and adds a sporty appearance to the rear fascia.
For clients that truly want to stand-out of the crowd, DMC is making use of its sister company ZESAD’s CNC services. The brackets that hold the wing to its base spoiler are individually crafted from forged aluminium. ZESAD can draft 3D files with the clients logo, it’s name or any other design, make the legs taller or shorter (subject to aero-calculations) and hence make a truly 1 of 1 custom product.
As for the rims, PUR WHEELS has been a long-year partner for DMC and they have produced some of the excellent wheels we have seen on DMC’s cars that were exhibited at the Geneva Motor Show. The wheel design for the Porsche Taycan is no different. Even though the vehicle pictured in this press release is not the standard DMC / PUR iteration, a full package is available on request. These wheels sport five delicate double spokes and are mounted on the Taycan’s front axle in size 10Jx22 with 11.5Jx22 on the rear.
As usual, DMC also fulfills the personal wishes of every customer in the cockpit with perfectly finished leather and Alcantara interiors. There is no limit when it comes to personal taste, and the the selection of colors is just as infinite as the range of designs. Depending on country of residence, this range can even include exotic leathers such as croco and others.
Ferrari is finally getting ready to unveil its first-ever five-door crossover SUV, but out on the street, people still cannot get enough of its sports car flagships. Especially when these PHEVs blend an elegant satin finish with a dark, menacing demeanor and meaty voice but do not forget the crimson accents.
Some people might be a little proud-stomached when hearing this or that car is a hybrid. However, few can remain a duchess when that “sustainable” ride is a Ferrari. And its SF90 Stradale flagship plug-in hybrid (PHEV) easily puts that into the proper perspective with its 986-horsepower powertrain and menacing supercar looks even in stock OEM form.
So, how about dialing everything to eleven with help from an affluent aftermarket outlet? The good folks over at Hollywood, California-based RDB LA have a dark, almost menacing exotic that was subtly upgraded into a crazy, howling Novitec beast. And their SF90 transformation is just part of the customization iceberg seen during their latest vlog episode. But more on that in a moment.
Right now, we need to discuss this Satin Black SF90 and its signature crimson accents some more. The Stradale was not only upgraded visually – via the new attire and custom wheels – but also features “a ton of modifications,” chief among them being the Novitec suspension and exhaust tuning setups. By the way, feel free to check out the artsy Instagram shots first, then dive a little deeper behind the scenes in the YT video also embedded below.
That way you will also catch a glimpse of the cockpit, as well as come up close and personal with the exhaust sound check-up. By the way, that is not all, as this vlog episode also features another three cars. The list includes a brand-new Maserati MC20 that arrived for a slight makeover, a Satin Chrome-finished Chevy Camaro ZL1, and last – but not least – a vintage 1991 Porsche 911 Turbo that is even blacker than the main SF90 feature! 1991 Porsche 911 Turbo that is even blacker than the main SF90 feature!
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Limited to one edition, the Italian sports car has received some special treatment from the German tuning specialists, with outstanding results.
The lovable Ferrari 488 GTB is a sure darling among the Prancing Horses. It might be less powerful than its successor, the Ferrari F8 Tributo, but it remains adorable as ever.
Seeing a 488 GTB on the parking area or on the road is a spectacle, especially if it’s dressed and tuned to a whole new level – just like this Novitec Ferrari 488 N-Largo that YouTuber Gumbal caught arriving at the scene.
This Novitec Ferrari 488 N-Largo belongs to a certain NLargo_Collector from the Netherlands. Just as the name explicitly tells us, NLargo_Collector owns various Ferrari supercars with the highly exotic N-Largo conversion from Novitec.
Aside from the Ferrari 488 N-Largo, NLargo_Collector also owns a 488 Spider N-Largo, an 812 N-Largo GTS, an 812 N-Largo, a F8 N-Largo Spider, a F8 N-Largo and an F12 S N-Largo.
Nevertheless, NLargo_Collector’s Ferrari 488 N-Largo is quite special in this army of N-Largo supercars. After all, it is a 1-of-1 model with a dark bluish full-carbon body kit. The 488 N-Largo was one of the cars that graced the Day1 World of Cars event at the TT Assen Circuit in the Netherlands in late March 2022. Also, at the event was a F8 N-Largo Spider in purple widebody, which also belongs to NLargo_Collector.
A Full Bodysuit Made From Carbon Fiber
Novitec has been crafting N-Largo widebody kits for various Ferrari models. It even offers a full-carbon body kit that customers can specify in exposed carbon. Of course, each N-Largo kits bestow Ferrari models with a classy combination of exciting design and aerodynamic efficiency.
With the N-Largo conversion, this Ferrari 488 looks wider than typical (by 2.7 inches on each side), thanks to thrillingly shaped side elements such as the tailor-made N-Largo fenders. These fenders house three-piece NF6 NL wheels with an extremely concave center and five double-spokes.
The special model also wears the N-Largo front bumper with low-slung front spoiler and side flaps. On the rear, it dons the N-Largo rear bumper with integrated diffuser, large rear airfoil, black side indicators, reflectors, and the black LED third brake light.
A 488 Conversion With Great Sound And Power
The roaring sound of the Ferrari 488 N-Largo may indicate that Novitec has upgraded both its exhaust system and power. Novitec’s most potent tuning stage for the 488 could increase its power level by 102 hp and 97 lb-ft of torque to 772 hp of max output and 657 lb-ft of peak torque.
Planning on buying an exclusive Lamborghini Urus that’s been modified and tuned by Mansory? Even if you’re not, you should know what this car has included as a very cheap option. It’s unexpected, it feels like an afterthought. Can we consider it… Uhm, unique?
Let’s get one thing straight right from the get-go. Mansory doesn’t modify and tune cars for everyone. I, for one, like their aggressive styling. They keep working around the clock to make expensive and high-performance cars even better or even wilder than they are. Like it or not, they have a customer base and know how to deliver exactly what these people ask from them.
The Venatus tuning program that’s applicable for the Urus has taken many forms until now. It’s not just one car that they keep copying and selling to whoever wants it. Mansory wants its clients to have the best when it comes to Lamborghinis, Bentleys, BMWs, Mercedes-Benz, Ferraris… You name it, and they’ll probably do it.
But even brands like Mansory can sometimes forget something. It happens. They might use exclusive carbon fiber, a proven engine tuning solution, body kits that seem to have dropped out of a fantasy book, and interior trims that make everyone question their notions of what colors blend best together, but here’s what they’ve forgotten about with the Urus Venatus.
One of the SUVs got recently tested by AutoTopNL. The host revealed the car has a starlight headliner like Rolls-Royce introduced a couple of years ago. This one here is also dynamic. It keeps moving in different patterns. It’s guaranteed to impress friends, family, and business partners.
The thing is, in the Mansory’s Urus Venatus you can activate the starlight headliner by using a remote. And that’s when you notice this might’ve been an afterthought or a cheap way of implementing what Rolls-Royce has kept doing since 2019. It’s a common, known, small remote that you’ll find everywhere when you want to buy inexpensive LED bands. It doesn’t even go well with the interior design! This remote clearly doesn’t belong in this environment.
Tell us what you think about this rather interesting feature you can find in a $500,000 tuned SUV.
After all these years, Mansory continues to surprise us every now and then with the occasional project that’s actually good looking – guess that’s the foundation of a healthy relationship.
The model in question is the new Rolls-Royce Ghost, which isn’t exactly a novelty, considering that we last wrote about it almost one year ago. However, in this instance, the opulent four-door has embraced its dark side, and it’s a head-turning ride for all the right reasons.
Contrasted by the red pin stripe and a few other touches in the same color, the black exterior has also received a few add-ons in visible carbon fiber. The lightweight material has been used for the front apron, side skirts, and rear bumper trim. The forged carbon hood and V.6 wheels with red center caps round off the stylistic changes on the outside.
While the pictured Ghost clearly has a black and white leather interior, Mansory has shared a picture of a very lively cockpit likely belonging to another example. This one has a bit too much red in it for our taste, from the seats, and door cards, to the dashboard, steering wheel, and center console. A few black accents provide minimal contrast, and the tuner’s logo has been embossed in the seatbacks.
Just like their previous take on the Rolls-Royce Ghost, this one also boasts a healthy power boost. According to Mansory, it has 720 ps (710 hp / 530 kW) and 1,020 Nm (752 lb-ft) of torque available via the throttle and can deal with the 0-100 kph (0-62 mph) in just 4.4 seconds.
By comparison, the stock Ghost is two tenths of a second slower and can keep pushing up to a top speed electronically capped at 155 mph (250 kph). Its twin-turbo 6.75-liter V12 is good for 571 ps (563 hp / 420 kW) and 850 Nm (627 lb-ft).
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Ferrari unveiled the Roma in 2019, positioning the two-door coupe as its entry-level grand tourer-style supercar for a more discerning daily driver as opposed to one that might opt for the 812 Superfast for example, but now Mansory has stepped in to combine its world with the laid back Ferrari for something utterly wild.
Introducing the customized model today, Mansory’s take on the Roma sees a complete vehicle overhaul that makes it far from the original model. Here, a body kit has been added to every inch of the Roma, notably sporting a new carbon fiber front hood, a redesigned front end with carbon canards, sides with new skirts and carbon slats in the fenders and doors, new wing mirrors, and a completely revised rear end that comprises a new lip spoiler and a huge F1-inspired rear diffuser housing a brake light in the middle alongside cannon-like quad tailpipes.
As expected with Mansory, no expense or detail has been spared. As a result, the grille can also be fitted in carbon fiber, as can the trunk panel that wears the tuning brand’s logo, while individualized or branded emblems can be added to the nose and fender. A choice of rims measuring 21” or 22” can be fitted, as can lowering springs that bring the car down by 25mm. Naturally, the interior has also been completely refitted in supple red and black leather complete with Mansory branding, reworking everything from the plush carpets to the carbon fiber steering wheel.
All of these style upgrades are complemented by a healthy boost in power, taking the 3.9-liter twin-turbo V8 engine’s 611 HP and 561 lb-ft of torque to 710 HP and 638 lb-ft. The result is a top speed of 206 MPH and a 0-62 MPH time of just 3.1 seconds, making this Roma keep up with some of the best Ferrari has to offer.
Take a look at the Mansory Ferrari Roma above, and find out more on Mansory’s website.
Elsewhere, the car world recently got a sneak peek at Maserati’s upcoming GranTurismo.
German Tuner DMC has developed a strong affinity for Porsche over the recent years. In particular the latest 992 model has received lots of attention from the Duesseldorf Engineers.
So it came to no surprise when a wealthy Chinese individual has approached the team to ask for a GT3 RS Concept Study. Since the car hasn’t been officially launched by Porsche in 2021, when the project started, DMC decided to take a visual design approach, rather than a complete package.
The idea was born to incorporate Stuttgart Retro DNA, which lead the tuner to apply the epic Porsche 997 Design.
When the 997 GT3RS was unveiled in 2006, its muscular-looking rear end concealed a wider track that not only improved directional stability but also increased the potential cornering grip. Drag was increased and top speed reduced due to the larger rear wing as well. It was a car that was radical back then and still is nowadays, it truly became a young icon.
To recreate this retro design for the 992, DMC’s designers decided to first reverse engineer the duck wing that held the 997 GT3RS wing, and adapt it for the 992 rear base. Unlike the recent 992 GT3, which holds the wing above its center vents, the previous generations of Porsche RS cars had always installed the aerodynamic spoiler on the engine bonnet.
For the next step, DMC did a 3D scan of an original 997 GT3RS wing, and ported it’s design to match the reverse engineered duck spoiler. Just like the original, the wing is completely adaptable in angles, allowing for a variety of street, track and cruise settings.
Looking at the final result, one could beg the question – if this is necessary at all? The purpose of this project was never to create the next GT3 RS, the base car was too weak to start with. But it’s a beautiful example that shows DMC’s passion for cars, and one of their basic principles when designing their aerodynamic solutions. To create a product that doesn’t look tuned or aftermarket at all. To stay in line with the original design, instead of making something that looks slapped on. And to honour the car in questions DNA and history by using a retro approach. The car was presented in Shanghai to a very happy client that can be sure to have a 1 of 1 concept study. DC Town lead the project locally and took some amazing photos of the unveiling, let us know in the comments what you think!
German Tuner DMC has started 2022 with a bang into digital life. It’s accepting Crypto for payments, announed a Limited NFT collection in the Metaverse, and celebrates it’s new exclusive Ferrari GTB Package: Introducing the DMC 296 “Squalo”
It really seems that last year was all about NFTs and the Crypto Hype. But how does that fit into the life of a Car Tuner? With the launch of its brand new Ferrari 296 package, clients now have the choice to pay with Crypto Currencies such as BitCoin. “There have already been transactions in the past”, explains DMC’s Business Development manager Thorsten Grebers, “so it just made sense to add them as a payment option. And we are not stopping there. We have launched an exclusive NFT collection: It is not based on a Retropixel 2D image, but 3D copy of the car. As such, it can be enjoyed in the Metaverse or DMC’s own Augmented Reality app. If you are interested to learn more, visit www.DMC.ag/NFT “.
But DMC wouldn’t be able to go digital, if it hadn’t made itself a name for extreme real world cars. The 296 “Squalo”, which is Italian for Shark, is just another example for that.
The 296 is Ferraris first attempt on a V6/Electro Hybrid, which means you can choose between electricity or fossil fuel. DMC loved the idea and went to the drawing board, coming up with a package that supplements the GTB: The German tuner started with a subtle engine tuning that unleashes a peak output of 888 hp total (combined from the 3 Liter twin-turbo six-cylinder and the electric engines). The electric engines were obviously not touched, so they still supply their individual power and torque (165bhp and 232lb ft). This revised engine catapults the Roma to 200 km/h in just 7.1 seconds.
But the Engineers from Duesseldorf didn’t stop there: The DMC CFAEC (Carbon Fiber Aerodynamic Enhancement Components) not only support the additional power, but also create an aggressive looking shark, hence the name Squalo. Professional 21-inch and 22-inch forged wheels, developed with Canadian rim manufacturer PUR WHEELS, optimally fill out the available space under the wheel arches. And lastly, the company’s range also includes suspension modifications as well as the customization of the interior – tailored to the customer’s personal preferences.
PERFORMANCE DMC has has been performing engine tuning since 2009 to make super cars even more sporty. In the 296’s case, it has to be noted that the actual 3-liter Twin-Turbo V6 in the 296 GTB remains untouched. The performance upgrade was achieved in several steps:
In order to optimize the power delivery further, the engineers of the tuner developed modified controls for the electronic engine management system. All output levels use a DMC control module, which introduces specifically calibrated mapping for injection and ignition. It also upgrades the electronic boost pressure control. These measures benefit more than just the power delivery. They also further optimize the throttle response and the powerful in-gear acceleration. When comparing with the stock 296, the peak output of the six-cylinder engine increases by 80 hp from 653 HP to 723 HP (Petrol Engine). The GTB now sprints from 0 – 100 km/h in just 2.8 seconds and reaches a top speed in excess of 308 km/h.
AERO-DYNAMICS The German designers used the latest Aerodynamic Software to develop a body styling kit that makes the GTB even more streamlined and aerodynamically efficient. Gone are the days of analogue wind-tunnel tests which are good but bear too many factors for errors. With the new “Squalo” styling, the Ferrari 296 GTB received an even more extravagant appearance, while adding the downforce needed for the new power. All bodywork components are manufactured from especially light yet high-strength naked carbon and given a matte or glossy coating.
The DMC 296 Rear Spoiler adds needed downforce and and gives the GTB an aggressive rear fascia. Downforce is well needed since the new engine spec is so powerful that the car needs an optimized stability at high speeds. The DMC side skirts attach directly to the stock side rocker panels and give the Ferrari a lower and sleeker visual stance in the side view and optimize the airflow between the front and rear wheel arches. In order to improve the rear up-lift, and thus achieve an optimal aerodynamic balance, DMC enhanced the 296 with a lip spoiler on the rear trunk lid. Further upgrades are the rear diffuser insert, all which reduce rear-axle lift.
WHEELS PUR WHEELS has been a long-year partner for DMC and they have produced some of the excellent wheels we have seen on DMC’s cars that were exhibited at the Geneva Motor Show. The wheel design for the Ferrari 296 Squalo is no different. The vehicle pictured in this press release sports black DMC alloys with brushed surface. These wheels with five delicate double spokes are mounted on the Roma’s front axle in size 9Jx21 with tires of size 255/30 ZR 21. The 12Jx22 rims on the rear axle carry tires of size 315/25 ZR 22.
OTHER The DMC sport springs are a new addition to DMC’s product line up, one however that perfectly makes sense. They are tailored specifically to these high-performance tires and lower the ride height of the Ferrari by about 35 millimeters. As usual, DMC also fulfills the personal wishes of every customer in the cockpit with perfectly finished leather and Alcantara interiors. There is no limit when it comes to personal taste, and the the selection of colors is just as infinite as the range of designs. Depending on country of residence, this range can even include exotic leathers such as croco and others.
