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Following the market introduction of the updated Audi RS Q8, ABT Sportsline presented the new RSQ8-S package. With a carefully coordinated power upgrade, a carbon aerodynamics package and selected interior details, the Bavarian vehicle specialist gives the performance SUV an even more dynamic appearance and a more individual character.

At the heart of the package is the ABT Power R performance upgrade. It is tailored to both factory power levels of the RS Q8 and significantly increases output depending on the base vehicle. On the standard version with 600 hp and 800 Nm, power rises to approximately 740 hp and 920 Nm. For the more powerful 640 hp, 850 Nm variant, the RSQ8-S specification delivers around 559 760 hp and 980 Nm. This means that both 600 hp and 640 hp RS Q8 owners receive a suitable performance option with clearly noticeable additional power.

Visually, the extra performance is underlined by a coherent aerodynamics package. A front spoiler in matt visible carbon emphasises the front section, while a glossy black ABT front wheel arch ventilation with integrated RSQ8-S emblem badge creates a distinctive detail at the front axle.

At the rear, a matt visible carbon rear wing completes the vehicle’s lines and sharpens the SUV’s silhouette. The ABT stainless steel rear muffler system with four matt black 102 mm tailpipes integrates neatly into the ABT tailpipe surrounds and rounds off the sporty rear design.

The electronic ABT Level Control optimises the vehicle’s stance and driving dynamics. Combined with the weight-optimised 23-inch ABT HIGH PERFORMANCE IR23 wheels, manufactured using flowforming technology, and tyres in size 295/35 R23 with TPMS, the RSQ8-S offers precise and confident handling that transfers the added performance effectively to the road.

Inside, ABT Sportsline focuses on targeted refinements that subtly but clearly distinguish the RSQ8-S from the standard car. The seat refinement with ABT logo in the headrest and RSQ8-S lettering, an ABT steering wheel badge and a matt visible carbon shift k**b cap form the core of the interior enhancements. These are complemented by ABT door entry lights with logo, RSQ8-S branded floor and trunk mats, RSQ8-S sill plates and an ABT start-stop switch cap. The result is a well-rounded overall package for drivers who want to give their RS Q8 a more personalised and sportily accentuated touch without fundamentally changing the character of the vehicle.

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NOVITEC refines the FERRARI DAYTONA SP3

How do you make one of the world’s most exclusive sports cars even more thrilling and more dynamic? You let one of the leading Ferrari customisers do their magic! NOVITEC refined the Ferrari Daytona SP3 with several targeted upgrades, resulting in improved performance, more aggressive looks and a more stylish interior.

The Ferrari Daytona SP3 is powered by the largest twelve-cylinder in the history of the sports car manufacturer from Maranello. To further optimize the performance of the 6.5-liter power plant, NOVITEC developed a meticulously calibrated high-performance exhaust system with metal catalysts. This system is fully thermally insulated, which also has a positive impact on heat build-up in the engine bay and thus on the power delivery as well. This effect can be further optimized with 999 fine gold-plating of the entire exhaust system. The intelligent exhaust gas routing and the reduced exhaust back pressure boost peak power by 28 hp. With an output of 868 hp, the tuned mid-engined car is even more lively and reacts more promptly to throttle inputs.

The NOVITEC sports exhaust for the Daytona SP3 is fitted with an electronically controlled sound management that enables varying the exhaust note from inside the cockpit. The spectrum ranges from decidedly subtle with the system closed to a V12 engine sound reminiscent of motor racing at high engine speeds and with the exhaust flaps open. The NOVITEC high-performance exhaust system is combined with the stock tailpipes.

The NOVITEC NF10 wheels with five delicate twin spokes and hub cap in centerlock styling pictured in these photos offer an outstanding combination of strength and lightweight design. The NOVITEC NF10 rims of size 9.5Jx20 with 265/30 ZR 20 tires fill out the available space under the front wheel arches of the SP3 perfectly. At the rear, wheels of size 12.5Jx21 with 345/30 ZR 21 tires provide superb traction.

NOVITEC also offers tailoring the cockpit of the two-seater to the personal likings of the owner in every detail. To this end, the company crafts appointments from the finest leather and Alcantara with maximum precision.

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TOYOTA NEO86 BY RESULT JUN AUTO JAPAN

The Toyota AE86 Corolla, a mid-80s rear-wheel-drive sports car, gained iconic status through the Japanese television show Initial D. Recently, a Japanese tuner named Result Japan has creatively modified a new GR86 by attaching the AE86’s front end, complete with pop-up headlights, resulting in a striking appearance. This modded coupe, dubbed the NEO86, will be available for preorders starting in the first half of 2026 after the pricing was announced at the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon.

The NEO86 features several aesthetic changes, including new squared-off front and rear bumpers, fender arches, and a hood designed to accommodate the pop-up headlights. While the bumpers appear somewhat out of place with the GR86’s curvy design, their black color helps them blend in, adding a retro touch. Although the kit’s specific modifications remain unclear, the car seems to sit slightly lower to the ground, possibly due to visual adjustments rather than performance enhancements.

The GR86 is equipped with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder boxer engine, delivering 228 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. The integration of the AE86’s front end onto the GR86 has surprised many, as it fits surprisingly well. While the new look may not appeal to everyone, the inclusion of pop-up headlights on a modern, affordable sports car is an exciting development for enthusiasts.