September 22nd, 2008
Tuning: Bmw 535i by Dinan
For those who don’t know, Dinan is a well-known tuning house specialized in Bmw vehicles. After the Bmw 335i Coupe, Dinan choose its bigger brother, the 535i in order to increase the performances of the stylish saloon. According to the manufacturer, the Dinan Performance Engine Software increases the turbo-boost pressure from the stock 8.8 to 13.0 psi, producing a maximum output of 384 horsepower at 5700 rpm! As always, the warranty for the kit is valid for up to 4 years or 50,000 miles, including the possibility of consequential damages.
The 2008 Bmw 7-Series is already a state-of-the-art vehicle combining the latest technologies with the luxury that the 7-Series accustomed us. Today the German manufacturer revealed its latest concept based on the Bmw 7-Series called Concept 7 Series ActiveHybrid which is using most advanced hybrid technology available today. According to the manufacturer the new concept provides both fuel consumption and emissions by 15 per cent less than the same car with a combustion engine. The vehicle combines the 8-cylinder gasoline engine with an electric motor developing 15 kW/20 hp and maximum torque of 210 Newton-metres/155 lb-ft as a mild hybrid concept. More details after the jump!
After the Bmw X5 Security, the German manufacturer considered that a version of the 5-Series is needed and unveiled today the Bmw 5-Series Security. The new vehicle provides an impressively striking and prestigious design, supreme handling, generous space and uncompromising premium quality and features two engines: a 4.8- liter 8-cylinder engine delivering 367 bhp and 490 Nm of torque and a 3.0 liter inline 6-cylinder engine with a magnesium-aluminum compound crankcase which has an output of 272 bhp while the maximum torque achieved is 315 Nm. 
Aston Martin and Bang&Olufsen announced an official partnership and revealed a new audio system personalized especially for Aston Martin, the BeoSound DBS. The innovating system is integrated into the DBS’s bespoke interior and it features 13 individual speakers and an unique Digital Signal Processing system. The loudspeaker grilles are finished with smoothly contoured aluminium so as to integrate seamlessly with the fluid lines and curves of the cabin. The BeoSound DBS system incorporates Bang & Olufsen’s proprietary ICEpower® technology, a fusion of high power and hi-fi sound quality with ultra-compact design and sleek, functional operation.
Finally, due to some spy photos, we are able to confirm some features of the next generation BMW Z4 prototype. What is for sure is that the car received a retractable hardtop which seems to be a two piece metal roof. The new prototype will be developed on the latest 3-series keeping the same dimensions to the current model but adding an inch or more in length and width. The car will be powered by a new generation 3.0L bi-turbo straight six engine which will be capable of 326 hp in the new 740i. For the European market it will also be available a version with an entry-level no frills 2.0L4-cylinder engine version.