Porsche 911

Magneto rheological (MR) fluid can make physics class fun! It has the ability to quickly alter its physical property from a low-viscosity liquid to a very stiff, nearly solid substance in milliseconds with introduction of a magnetic field. Well now, thanks to Delphi, this technology, that used to only be used in shock absorbers, is going to be used in engine mounts. And the first car to get these new mounts is the 2010 Porsche 911 GT3.

With these new engine mounts, controlling the noise and vibration of the powertrain will be much easier and can improve stability and traction, especially during "transient torque events." As someone who recently busted an engine mount, transmission mount and torque mount, I can safely say that this is very true and it also greatly improves the car's comfort level. Plus, as in my case, if one mount goes, more can easily go, too.Read more

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

Famous Porsche tuner, 9ff, has literally created a GT2 supercar. Dubbed the BT-2, 9ff has added a new exhaust system, slight tweaking of the ECU and some aerodynamic mods to make this car practically a death trap. The GT2 has power like a 911 Turbo, but does not have the all-wheel-drive system like one; strictly rear-wheel-drive only.

After the modifications, the BT-2 hammers out 850hp (634kW) and 678lb-ft (920Nm) of torque. It can rotate the Earth so fast that it can do 0-62mph in just 3 seconds flat, while nearly hitting 200mph in 19 seconds.

If you have a straight enough road and like to tease death, the BT-2 will almost hit a top speed of 240mph, a speed not far off from what the Bugatti Veyron supercar's 252mph.

Ohio based tuner, Switzer Performance, is offering an 800hp (597kW) twin-turbo kit for the insane 997 Porsche 911 GT2. Tym Switzer and the guys at SPI have given this Porsche high horsepower with an efficient and linear power curve that creates a very smooth ride for the driver. You want feel the boost kick in and snap your neck. Also, this car can still run on normal fuel, 93 octane.

To help keep this ride manageable, the SPI crew has added in-house developed headers, a sport exhaust system, a new intercooler package and custom GT30R turbochargers. Note that this is a 100% bolt-on setup, due to the fact that the ECU has been left completely untouched.

Check out the Switzer Performance's GT2 on the dyno here.

The newly modified Porsche 911 Turbo Cabrio, now known as the Avalanche GTR 650 EVO-R, will sport 650hp (485kW) at 700lb-ft (950Nm) of torque. This little speedster will hit a top speed of 205mph, too!

The Avalanche GTR 650 features gull wing doors and headlights from the Carrera GT, a new hood, custom side skirts, a carbon-fiber front skirt, a new rear skirt to match the customized LED taillights, a new wing and a built-in rear diffuser to help improve downforce.

As far as the engine goes, you'll get a new race-spec crankshaft, forged pistons, high-flow turbochargers, new camshafts, new cylinder heads, and a high-performance exhaust system.

Get more info on the price for this package, here.