Max Auto Updates - 11/05/2010

Porsche Tequipment Aerokit Cup package announced



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Porsche Tequipment has unveiled four new options for the 911.

First off, Porsche offers 19-inch Sport Classic wheels which mimic the legendary Fuchs rims. They feature a five-spoke design with the "rim star painted black, the wheel hump in gloss-lathed finish, and the Porsche logo in color." Production will be limited to 250 units.

Secondly, the company offers an Aerokit Cup package for the current 911. Inspired by the Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup, the body kit features a new front apron, a revised rear fascia, a front spoiler lip, and a massive rear wing.

The final exterior accessory is the Sport Design front apron. The front apron features a spoiler lip and revised air intakes.

Last but not least, Porsche will offer a three-spoke sports steering wheel for models with the PDK transmission. It boasts gearshift paddles, leather upholstery, and metal accents. The steering wheel will be available for the 911, Boxster, Cayman, Panamera and 2011 Cayenne.

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Hamann BMW 5-Series GT



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Hamann has unveiled several new accessories for the BMW 5-Series GT.

In terms of styling, the car features a subtle body kit with front and rear spoilers, revised side skirts, and a new rear apron. Other goodies include 22-inch 'ANNIVERSARY EVO' wheels, an air suspension lowering module (for the 530d, 535i and 550i), and a stainless steel exhaust system.

Inside, the 5-Series GT boasts aluminum pedals and black floor mats with a silver Hamann inscription. Should that fail to impress you, the company also offers individual interior tailoring.

Under the hood, the 530d GT is outfitted with a modified ECU. It enables the engine to produce 202 kW and 620 Nm of torque - an increase of 22 kW and 80 Nm.

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Audi RS6 upgraded to 522 kW by Schmidt Revolution



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Schmidt Revolution has unveiled a new performance package for the Audi RS6.

Consisting of a revised ECU, a sport air filter and a high-performance exhaust system, the package enables the twin-turbo 5.0-liter V10 engine to produce 522 kW and 790 Nm of torque - an increase of 89 kW and 140 Nm. Thanks to the added power, the SR RS6 has a top speed of approximately 330 km/h.

Besides the aforementioned performance tweaks, Schmidt Revolution also equips the RS6 with 22-inch CC LINE light alloy wheels.

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Fuel industry wary of strike

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The SA Petroleum Industry Association (Sapia) is closely monitoring the impact of the Transnet strike, it said on Monday.

"Sapia has noted with concern reports that the SA Transport and Allied Workers' Union (Satawu) is embarking on a strike against Transnet from today [Monday]," the association said in a statement.

Sapia said it had spoken to its members about the strike and all had confirmed that appropriate contingency plans were in place to mitigate against possible fuel supply disruptions.

Sapia's members are BP Southern Africa, Chevron South Africa, Engen Petroleum, PetroSA, Sasol, Shell SA, and Total SA.

"While the full impact of the strike remains unclear, Sapia members will be closely monitoring the situation and endeavour to limit any inconvenience to the public," it said.

The Transnet strike began at 6am on Monday with about 18 000 Satawu members expected to down tools, according to the union.

Threats of a strike have been building for weeks as Satawu and another union, the United Transport and Allied Trade Union (Utatu), demanded a 15% across the board pay increase.

Transnet initially offered 8%, but raised its offer to 11%.

Satawu rejected this, and opted to strike. Utatu was still consulting its members and expected an answer by Tuesday.

The company employs 50 000 people, 87% of whom are unionised. Utatu has 22 000 members working there.