German aftermarket specialists, Carlsson launched their latest tuning program, dubbed the CGL45, based on the Mercedes-Benz GL Grand Edition ahead of the model’s Frankfurt introduction.
Tuning on the 3.0 liter V6 diesel engine increases power up to 310 PS (228 kW / 306 bhp) and 700 Nm of torque (516 lb-ft) from the series 265 PS (195 kW / 261 bhp) and 620 Nm (457 lb-ft).
For the range-topping GL 500, the V8 engine is boosted to deliver 435 PS (320 kW / 430 bhp) and 600 Nm (442 lb-ft).
Carlsson’s aerodynamic upgrades for the GL Grand Edition were developed in the wind tunnel in order to ensure maximum down-force and minimum drag. The body kit of the Carlsson Mercedes-Benz GL Grand Edition includes flared wheel arches, a new front spoiler, chrome-finished radiator grille, and an updated rear skirt with four oval stainless steel exhaust pipes.
The Carlsson GL Grand Edition has an intelligent suspension-lowering system that decreases the ride height of the GL by 30 mm. The Carlsson GL rides on 22 inch 1/5 Evo Brilliant Edition wheels, and Vredestein high-performance 305/35 ZR22 tires.
For the new interior of the Grand Edition GL, Carlsson offers illuminated door sills, a double-sewn quilted leather/Alcantara upholstery, wood and stainless steel inserts, and aluminum pedals.
Carlsson has yet to announce the price of their CGL45 program for the Mercedes GL Grand Edition.
For three centuries, VÄTH has been tuning vehicles under the motto “Good optimising” and they have proved once again why they are one of the best with their latest tuning kit for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, specifically the C250 CGI. With the V25 tuning kit, the performance of the original 204 HP engine with an unchanged hub room size of 1 796 cm³ has been increased using motor technology to 255 HP (188 kW) and 370 Nm torque. This translates to a new maximum speed of 260km/h, which should in no way be underestimated.
In combination with the VÄTH charged air cooler and the VÄTH sports exhaust system, the C-Class can reach 270 HP!
In addition to the motor-technical improvements, the external appearance of the C-class is part of the obligatory program at VÄTH. The C-Class presented here has been upgraded with special modifications to the coveted C63 AMG optic:
Car lowering and a great set of wheels perfect the sporty silhouette.
These are weight-optimised tailored rims 8.5×19 inches in size at the front and 9.5×19 inches at the bank, covered with 235/35ZR19 and 265/30ZR19. The brake system has been adjusted to the new additions to be able to bring the vehicle to a stop much in much less time: 360 mm braking discs with 6 piston fixed gauges at the front and 320 mm braking discs with 4 piston fixed gauges at the back do their job reliably under any circumstances.
A complete running gear worthy of a racecourse has also been built in and has height and strength adjustible buffers as well as progressively harmonised springs so that the car drives comfortably on the one hand but still extremely precisely on the road.
On the inside, carbon can again be found in combination with an Alcantara roof interior lining.
Expression Motorsport of Belgium has released images of its new styling kit for the Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG. The Expression Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG Wide Body features a new front bumper with LED daytime running lights and halogen fog lights, a front spoiler, new side skirts, a more aggressive looking hood, a new rear bumper with F1 lighting and an integrated carbon fiber diffuser that accommodates double twin-tip exhaust pipes. The kit also includes a new set of fenders with air intakes at the front and rear of the CL-Class coupe.
As for power, it remains unchanged, with the CL 65 AMG Coupe’s 6.0-liter V12 Biturbo engine producing a more than suitable 612 horsepower. Pricing for the Expression Motorsport CL 65 AMG kit has yet to be announced.
To see more of Expression Motorsport’s work on the Mercedes CL 65 AMG, you can check out more photos in the gallery below.
Evosport has released their first suspension upgrade for Mercedes-Benz vehicles, starting with a rear stability and toe adjustment kit for the E, CLS and SL models. According to Evosport, one of the weak points in the chassis of current high performance Mercedes-Benz vehicles is the lack of or extreme limitation in rear toe adjustment. This results in an undesired “toe out” condition when the rear of the vehicle is loaded up or on throttle – the effect of which is a very unstable or unplanted rear end with excessive over-steer that does not seem to want to grip.
This is even more noticeable on modified vehicles where high levels of torque to the rear wheels is realized in low gears and in the low rev range. Because there is no practical toe adjustment in the factory suspension components, even the best alignment is unable to mitigate this issue.
The Evosport Rear Stability Kit (RSK) or adjustable rear toe kit serves to address these issues. Installing the RSK offers the ability to easily and properly adjust the rear toe during alignment to mitigate the “toe out” situation and provide added stability and safety to the vehicle. The chassis will feel much more planted and controllable, especially during heavy acceleration.
Included in the kit are left and right stability arms and mounting hardware, and it’s designed to work with the following Mercedes-Benz vehicles: W211 E-Class (all), W219 CLS-Class (all), R230 SL-Class (all, except SL65 Black Series).
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Evosport Inc. announces the release of their performance lightweight 2-piece brake rotors for the most popular current AMG model vehicles.
Designed as a direct replacement for the OE 1-piece or 2-piece AMG brake rotors, the Evosport brake rotors will easily bolt directly to the car and work with the factory brake calipers without any modifications. Not only will the upgraded multi-piece rotor design help mitigate brake fade, but they are lighter than stock and can reduce unsprung weight by up to 40-lbs. on all four corners. The weight saving equates to improved vehicle acceleration, braking and cornering. In addition, the customer is able to retain the factory Mercedes-Benz brake calipers without going to a more expensive solution that requires replacing them.
The Evosport rotors are offered in a drilled/slotted design to match the factory rotor. In addition, a slotted only option is available for those who track their vehicles more frequently. The rotor assembly includes a lightweight hard anodized aluminum hat and a disc that, unlike the factory rotor, offers proper venting for left and right application. Compared to the more expensive factory 2-piece rotors which must be purchased in pairs, the Evosport option offers a much more attractive price point as well as the ability to replace just the worn disc without having to purchase the entire rotor.
Available in pairs or as a complete package, Evosport offers these rotors for the following Mercedes-Benz applications: C63 AMG, CLK63 AMG (including Black Series), SL55 AMG, SL63 AMG, E55 AMG, E63 AMG (W211), CLS55 AMG and CLS63 AMG.
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