AC Schnitzer TYPE VII Wheel
AC Schnitzer - MSRP: Website
Info: www.cecwheels.com
BMW X5 and X6 drivers have a tough choice: sinful black or radiant silver? Those are the two color options offered in the latest version of AC Schnizter's Type VII wheel. In the same, generous 22" size as the previous wheel in the series, the new version shares the identical structure. The wheels feature a high-strength forged center and a drawn outer-bed. The wheels are available in 22x10" ET20, 22x10" ET30 and 22x11.5" ET23.
RDSport RS35 Biturbo
Rdsport - MSRP: Website
Info: www.rdsport.com
You'll have read about it on the Garage Projects pages (et 5/08) and it's finally here: the RDSport RS35 Biturbo is the product of two years development on the BMW 335i.
Starting with a chassis, it consists of custom-valved Bilstein struts, stiffer springs and anti-roll bars. Sitting 25mm lower in the front, 20mm in the rear, the car has a more stable ride and aggressive stance. Twenty-inch RD2 Monoblock or optional RS2 multi-piece wheels, wrapped in Pirelli P-Zero Nero tires, fill in the fenders. Under the hood, software mods have increased boost and optimized fuel and timing maps. These work with a free-flowing intake, larger intercooler and exhaust to give a claimed 389hp and 404 lb-ft for the R35 model. That's not enough? Then consider the RS35. It incorporates two new Garrett turbos to squeeze an alledged 425hp from the 3.0 motor to give the new M3 something to think about. As for bodywork, the revised carbon front bumper offers larger openings for better engine and brake cooling, with an exposed carbon section for the foglights. Deeper side skirts and a revised rear apron with quad exhaust cutouts add to the characteristic RDSport style, while carbon roof and trunk spoilers smooth the airflow over the car.
KCE-350BT Bluetooth Interface Module
Alpine - MSRP: $230
Info: www.alpine-usa.com
Talking on the phone while driving is frowned upon, especially since its now illegal in many states. So Alpine Electronics is making it safer with its new KCE-350BT Bluetooth Interface Module. This little black box allows you to have hands-free conversations through your vehicle's sound system.
This fully integrated solution works with Alpine's Bluetooth-ready head units. It features caller ID, missed calls, dialed calls and received call information, which is displayed and controlled through the head unit. Pressing the dedicated "Phone" button picks up incoming calls. When a call comes in, other audio being played is automatically muted. If your phone includes voice dialing, you can also take advantage of the unit's voice-activated dialing capability.
Power Inverters & Jump Starters
Black & Decker - MSRP: $19-$89
Info: www.blackanddecker.com
Need power for electrical devices while in your car? Or what about a jump-start now and then? Black & Decker has released a range of car-focused electrical gadgets such as power inverters, jump starters, car chargers and OBD2 readers. The power inverters will come in handy when you want to charge your laptop, phone or games device from inside your car. Use it to power a lamp while camping, or while working in a dark garage. The inverters range from 100 to 750 watts of power to suit a variety of devices. Another convenient item is a 500-amp instant jump starter. Small and compact, it's easy to stow in a trunk for emergencies, especially in the winter or hot summers when batteries struggle with the temperatures and extra electrical demands.