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Swiss-based tuner, Sportec, has recently announced its latest "extreme" performance kit. Dubbed the SPR1 T80 kit, the Porsche 911 Turbo receives an intense output of 858hp (631kW) and 650lb-ft (880Nm) of torque out of the custom T80M engine. After the mods, you are looking at a total weight of 2,959lb (1,345kg).

Other Modifications include:

• Reinforced titanium engine internals
• New turbochargers
• A baffled exhaust system
• High-performance clutch
• An active suspension system
• 20-inch lightweight forged alloy wheels
• Eight piston front and four piston rear calipers grip lightweight and high-power F1-style ceramic brake discs

The new Insignia NS-HD01 HD Radio Portable Player is available now, only at Best Buy, for just $49.99 and is the first portable HD Radio player to hit the market. The player offers new and extra FM HD Radio channels with clear, static-free sound anywhere there is an HD Radio signal.

The player features a built-in, rechargeable Lithium-ion battery with up to 10 hours of playing time, a full-color 1.5" LCD screen, 3.5mm output for car use (cable not included), and up to 10 channels can be set in memory so you can easily find your favorite stations. The radio displays artist, song and radio station. For a full list of HD Radio stations, visit www.hdradio.com.

The Insignia NS-HD01 HD Radio Portable Player comes with earphones, an armband and USB cable for charging. It is available now at Best Buy stores and online at www.bestbuy.com for $49.99.

Jaguar's flagship sedan will feature a 510hp supercharged V8, an aluminum body, virtual instruments and a full panoramic glass roof. The base XJ and XJL models will include a naturally-aspirated V8 with 385hp and a 5.4 second 0-60mph run. The XJ Supercharged and XJL Supercharged models will be fitted with the same engine supercharged for 470hp and a 5.2-second 0-60mph run.

The XJR model will feature the XFR's supercharged V8, which produces 510hp and has a 4.7 second 0-60mph time. All of these models will get Jaguar's six-speed, shift-by-wire transmission with steering wheel-mounted paddles.Read more

The new Monster iCarPlay Wireless 1000 ($99.95) and iCarPlay Wireless 800 ($79.95) devices provide consumers with innovative and easy-to-use solutions for transmitting music wirelessly via their iPhone or iPod through any car radio FM radio station while on the road. Both devices will also charge you iPod/iPhone, too.

For users with vehicles equipped with an Auxiliary Input and who want to be able to charge their iPod or iPhone on the road, the Monster iCarCharger 1000 ($49.95) uses a 30-pin dock connector to charge the device while playing audio through a mini-jack cable with internal cable management, and features built in navigation controls on the back of the cigarette lighter adapter plug for easy music playback.Read more

German tuner, MKB, is basing its new package on the twin-turbocharged CL65 AMG Coupe; however, most of the modifications can be applied to any model in the CL lineup including the base CL500/550. Called the MKB 65/12 BT, the new package adds several subtle styling mods as well as a range of engine, wheel and tire upgrades.

The most powerful engine package will push the 517hp (385kW) CL65 to a grin-inducing 750hp (560kW) with 922lb-ft (1,250Nm) of torque.

Other upgrades will include a high-performance rear axle equipped with a differential lock and a modified transmission control module.

Also, featured are handcrafted 20in MKB Alpha III wheels, wrapped with 255mm tires up front and 295mm tires in the rear. The car's suspension has also been lowered by 25mm and has been beefed up with stiffer springs and dampers. MKG has also added many exterior upgrades including a modified grill and integrated rear diffuser.

This beast boasts a 0-100km/h (62mph) time of 4.1 seconds and a top speed in excess of 350km/h (217mph). MKB has not released any info on prices or the availability of the packages, yet.

Research in Motion (RIM) has a new accessory for your BlackBerry that lets you listen to your favorite songs over your car's stereo – the BlackBerry Visor Mount Speakerphone (model VM-605). This Bluetooth-enabled device also helps you keep both hands on the wheel by streaming calls from your BlackBerry through your car's stereo system. It supports voice activated dialing, caller ID, and gives you verbal notifications of who's calling.

It's easy to use, too. Just clip it to your car's visor with no installation required. The BlackBerry Visor Mount is available at www.shopblackberry.com for $99.99.

AT&T just announced that on July 19th the BlueAnt Q1 Voice Controlled Bluetooth Headset with Multipoint will be available in AT&T stores and online at www.wireless.att.com.

The BlueAnt Q1 is a noise-cancelling headset that you control using your voice. All you have to do is push a button and say, "What can I say?" and the headset will give you a menu of voice commands. Much easier than memorizing different button combinations.

The Q1 also features BlueAnt's Voice Isolation Technology software which distinguishes your voice from other background noise. This makes your call much clearer than some of the other headsets in the marketplace. And with true multipoint technology, calls can be managed from two phones at the same time.

The BlueAnt Q1 will be available for $129.99 on July 19th at AT&T stores and online at www.wireless.att.com. To learn more about the BlueAnt Q1, visit www.myblueant.com.

I know it can be intolerable after about 600 times. Well, Autonet Mobile, the first internet entertainment system for cars, is eliminating "Are we there yet?" from kids' vocabulary this summer by turning the family car into a rolling WiFi hotspot. Now, everyone in the car can bring their own computer or WiFi device and be part of "getting there" with the ability to track points of interest on Google Earth; research the history of towns they are passing through on Wikipedia; or post pictures of the trip in real-time on Facebook, flickr or blog pages.

This summer, as Americans take to the roadways, families are replacing the DVD player with the hottest accessory for the car – internet access from Autonet Mobile. I so wish I had this when my family went on long road trips. I had to make do with relics like the Game Boy and Game Gear to keep me entertained. Yes, I had a Game Gear (still have it) and love it!Read more

Michigan based tuner, Specter Werkes, has added a custom cam design with more lift which has liberated an extra 80hp (60kW) over the outgoing model, bringing the output to a total of 615hp (459kW) and 578lb-ft (783Nm) of torque.

Specter Werkes is offering many different levels of engine upgrades. The version pictured features a newly displaced 6.8L LS3 engine (factory = 6.2L). Additionally, this Corvette GTR is fitted with a Corsa exhaust, full widebody kit, broadened suspension and a wider covering.

This version also features:

• Special Forgeline VR3P wheels, measuring 19in up front and 20in in the rear
• 285/30ZR19 front and 335/25ZR20 rear Michelin Pilot Sport 2 Zero Press tires
• Stop Tech 15in slotted brake discs and six pistons up front mate with 14in and four piston calipers in the rear
• Painted in BASF liquid silver color (the same used on Mercedes Benz AMG models)
• Interior gets GTR-standard embroidered seats and Spinneybeck leather trim details.

The NISMO-tuned V6 engine produces 18 more horsepower than the base 370Z for a total of 350hp @ 7,400 RPM and 276 lb-ft of torque @ 5,200 RPM. It runs with a close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission with SynchroRev Match.

The NISMO 370Z rolls on a set of unique 5-spoke 19-inch RAYS forged aluminum-alloy wheels mounted with Yokohama ADVAN Sport Y-rated high-performance tires.

Also, NISMO has added a strut tower brace, new performance dampers, a viscous limited-slip differential, sport brakes, a dual exhaust system and a nice body kit. You can visit your local Nissan dealer and pick up your very own now.

If you want NISMO carpeted floor mats, that will cost you an additional $115, carpeted trunk mat is $95, while the NISMO illuminated kick plates will set you back $200. Read more