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German tuner TechArt has unveiled its program for the new Porsche Cayenne.

TechArt calls it an individualization program, with the aim being to outfit the Cayenne exactly as its owner wants it, and there are certainly many combinations to be had here.

First off are the 5-spoke, light alloy, Formula-line wheels that come in 20, 21, 22 or 23-inch iterations. A series of color options are available to match the wheels with other optical touches on the SUV. Those visual touches include TechArt’s colored window frame and pillar trims as well as wiper covers.

Also on the outside, TechArt offers dual oval-tube stainless steel sport tailpipes emblazoned with the TechArt logo.

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This new Porsche 918 Spyder concept is set to form the basis of all future Porsche supercars. Using hybrid power this car can lap race tracks quicker than a Carrera GT supercar yet delivers 94mpg consumption. Top speed for the Porsche 918 Spyder is 198 mph. It is capable of 0-62mph in 3.2 seconds.

The body of the Porsche 918 Spyder concept is made from carbon fibre to save weight. It is powered by petrol-electric hybrid and the electric motors contribute 218 bhp with one each driving the front and rear wheels. There are different engine settings including an electric only one plus seven speed dual clutch gear box and ceramic brakes.

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Porsche will introduce the new Porsche Panamera to the general public at Auto Shanghai 2009 this coming April. The four-door will hit the streets towards the end of this summer. (more…)