Chris Auty, Author at Driving Spirit

Superchips Tune GPF-equipped Golf GTI To ‘332 bhp’

Volkswagen have been fitting Gasoline Particulate Filters (GPF) to their latest petrol engines in order to meet the new Euro 6 emissions regulations, and this has led to some work for aftermarket tuners. GPFs add extra complications to the petrol engine and more work...

Lego 76896 Nissan GT-R NISMO – Speed Champions

by Chris Auty | LEGO

The LEGO Speed Champions range is set for a new arrival in 2020 with the launch of the Nissan GT-R NISMO, paying tribute to the legendary Japanese supercar. LEGO 76896 Nissan GT-R NISMO This is the first time that LEGO and Nissan have partnered up, allowing...

Video,Gallery, Stats: 2020 MINI John Cooper Works GP

by Chris Auty | Images, MINI, Video

MINI John Cooper Works GP Specifications Performance & Economy2020 MINI John Cooper Works GP2012 MINI John Cooper Works GP2006 MINI John Cooper Works GP Engine1,998cc turbocharged inline 4-cylinder1,598cc turbocharged inline 4-cylinder1,598cc supercharged inline...

Mountune Boosts Golf Mk7.5 GTI

by Chris Auty | Tuners, Volkswagen

Essex-based tuners Mountune are continuing to look at upgrades for the Volkswagen range and are now ready to release their first upgrade the Mk7.5 Volkswagen Golf GTI under their m52 brand. Their m52 Stage 1 GTI package boosts power and torque “without...

2020 Mini John Cooper Works Pricing Announced

by Chris Auty | MINI

The price of the 2020 MINI GP John Cooper Works has just been announced and it might just make your eyes water. Even though this is the fastest model ever produced in the 60-year history of the brand, it’s going to be offered in the UK at a bank-balance-busting...