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5 days ago
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- Auto Blog
Novitec Turns Rolls-Royce Cullinan Into 697-HP Widebody Beast
By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. The NHTSA has received at least 47 complaints alleging that Kia's recall fix was didn't actually solve the problem. Only a few of these V12-powered monsters exist, and this one is among those with the smallest mileages to exist in the market today. Renders imagine a Kia Tasman WKNDR SUV, aimed to rival the Wrangler Rubicon or maybe even the Bronco Raptor. View post: This Is How Kia Could Take On the Bronco Raptor A strong seller, the Ford Escape and its Lincoln Continental twin will have to make way for a revolutionary pickup. It's as powerful as an Aston Martin DBX707 Novitec is a German tuner that's known for specializing in upgrades for Italian automakers like Ferrari and Alfa Romeo. The Bavaria-based company also has a separate division called Spofec, which specifically tunes Rolls-Royce models, and it's this division that's responsible for a particularly mean interpretation of the Cullinan ultra-luxury SUV. Spofec's Overdose widebody kit is based on the facelifted version of the Cullinan, which was introduced for the 2025 model year—a controversial facelift that other tuners have tried to fix. Besides giving the SUV a more muscular stance, it's also given the already powerful V12 more grunt. Seriously Large Wheels, But Other Touches Are More Subtle The most obvious change to this Cullinan Series II are custom 24-inch wheels, developed in collaboration with American manufacturer Vossen. The polished wheels with their spatially offset spokes will be a nightmare to clean, so it's just as well that very few Rolls owners clean their own cars. Customers can choose from 48 wheel colors with a brushed or polished finish. The Overdose kit also includes fender flares that add 4.7 inches to the SUV's width, giving it even more presence. Unlike Mansory's more garish Rolls-Royce Dawn, Spofec took a more reserved approach to the rest of this Cullinan. The Spofec front fascia isn't dramatically different from the standard model's, but it does get LED position markers in place of the stock bumper. The surrounds for the side air intakes are fashioned from carbon, and other additions include a subtle rear spoiler, a diffuser made from visual carbon, and tailpipe tips integrated into the diffuser. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. A single stripe runs along the sides of the body below the glasshouse, and the SUV has been slightly lowered. Even More Power For The V12 Whereas the normal Rolls-Royce Cullinan produces 563 horsepower from its 6.7-liter twin-turbo V12, the Black Badge version—as seen here—makes 592 hp. That still wasn't enough for Spofec, which tuned the V12 to deliver 697 hp and 782 lb-ft of torque; that's exactly as much power as you get in the Aston Martin DBX707, a much more performance-focused SUV than the Cullinan. Spofec claims a 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) time of 4.6 seconds, which is quick but as as ferocious as the new Bentley Bentayga Speed. A performance, flap-activated exhaust allows customers to fully unleash the sound of the V12, which you can hear in the video below. Oops! We're unable to load this content right now. View directly on Instagram Very little was said about the interior, with Spofec only saying it will happily cater to each client's individual wishes. A single image of the rear seat—the most important part of any Rolls-Royce cabin—was shared by the tuner. It has black leather and vivid orange accenting on the seats and door panels. Rolls-Royce's gorgeous Starlight Headliner is still the most atmospheric roof design you'll find in almost any luxury car. Source: Novitec Overall, Spofec's Cullinan makeover is far from the wildest body kit we've seen. It won't be for everyone, but the tuner has shown just enough restraint here for a vehicle as prestigious as the Rolls SUV. About the Author Karl Furlong View Profile
The Citizen
07-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Novitec turns the wick up further on Ferrari SF90 XX Stradale
Renowned tuner has extracted a bit more from the Prancing Horse's hybrid V8 flagship. Ferrari models bearing the label 'XX' were always designed exclusively for driving on racetracks. The SF90 XX Stradale, therefore, represents the first hybrid supercar to be developed in Maranello that offers the extreme performance properties of pukka GT race car, but that is still road legal. More power Enter Novitec where they start by fitting a high-performance exhaust system that not only provides a wilder exhaust note, but it also results in considerable performance improvement. ALSO READ: Ferrari removes the reigns from new hardcore 757 kW SF90 XX With the Novitec system, the SF90 XX Stradale's power output jump to 607 kW from the standard 587 kW. At the same time, torque of the combustion engine increases 804 Nm to 840 Nm. Being a hybrid with battery electric assistance, the total system output of the SF90 XX increases to 780 kW. Mechanical changes The Novitec exhaust system consists of 100-cell metal catalysts, while all the components can be manufactured from either stainless steel or light Inconel, the high-end metal alloy also used to manufacture the exhaust systems in Formula 1. The optimised exhaust gas routing lets the twin-turbo V8 expel the gases more efficiently. In addition, the thermally insulated system also lowers the temperature in the engine bay, which likewise contributes to the performance increase. More power has been extracted from the plug-in hybrid V8 powertrain. Picture: Novitec Even further improved heat dissipation of the Inconel variant can be achieved with optionally available 999 fine gold plating. The Novitec mufflers are available with or without electronic sound management by means of actively controlled butterfly valves. The sophisticated aerodynamics of the SF90 XX Stradale that are designed for maximum downforce remain untouched. Subtle changes have taken place inside. Picture: Novitec Designed with American manufacturer Vossen, the wheels are available in three different designs and in a variety of colours. Novitec sports springs are available to lower the ride height of by about 25 mm at both axles. This ensures an even more aggressive look while also contributing to further optimised handling. NOW READ: How to properly pimp a R11.8 million Ferrari Purosangue SUV
TimesLIVE
21-04-2025
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
Novitec enhances Ferrari SF90 XX Stradale with exhaust and chassis upgrades
German performance specialist Novitec has introduced an upgraded exhaust system for the Ferrari SF90 XX Stradale, designed to boost the supercar's output and sharpen its driving dynamics. Available in stainless steel or lightweight Inconel — a high-performance alloy used in Formula 1 — the system adds 22kW to the 4.0l twin-turbocharged V8 engine. Combined with the SF90's three electric motors, this increases the total system output to about 780kW. In addition to the exhaust upgrade, Novitec is offering a range of bespoke wheels developed in partnership with US-based wheel manufacturer Vossen. Buyers can choose from three designs and a wide selection of finishes. The 20-inch front wheels are paired with 255/35 tyres, while the 21-inch rears wear wider 325/25 rubber for improved traction and stance. To complement these enhancements, Novitec also offers sport springs that lower the car by about 25mm at both axles. This modification not only sharpens the vehicle's appearance but also lowers the centre of gravity, potentially improving handling.
