2015 Renault Koleos

A chassis testing mule of the next generation Renault Koleos has been spied in the Alps. While t

he current model has a crossover appearance, its successor will be more like an MPV as previewed at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show when Renault revealed the R-Space Concept. Despite the body style change, the next Koleos will allegedly have some light off-road capabilities. The early mule seen in these spy shots is based on a wider and higher Renault Scenic platform.

There's no word about a potential launch date but most likely a reveal will occur next year before going on sale in 2015.

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Renaultsport Twingo from K-Tec Racing

UK-based tuner K-Tec Racing has released a power boost kit for the Renaultsport Twingo. Launched in 2008, the Renaultsport Twingo is a pocket rocket featuring a naturally-aspirated 1.6-liter engine producing 131 bhp (98 kW) and 160 Nm (118 lb-ft) of torque. K-Tec thought the car deserved more power and lifted output to 163 bhp (121 kW) and 192 Nm (142 lb-ft).

These figures were possible by installing a high-performance tubular exhaust manifold and system, remapped ECU and Cat Cams Stage 1 cams. They haven't tested the car's performances but it should do the 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) faster than the 8.7s necessary for the standard model, while top speed should be above the stock 125 mph (201 km/h).

 The full kit costs 2,625 GBP and comes with a 12-month warranty. It is compatible for any Renaultsport Twingo 133 model from 2008 onwards. Individual components are available on request. Further details are available in the attached press release.


Source: K-Tec Racing