Nother CarGuy

Following the Tahoe RST’s success, Chevrolet announced the launch of the Suburban RST Performance Package. The new RST Performance Package will be the first Suburban that uses the 420hp 6.2-liter V8 engine. Other features include the Magnetic Ride Control suspension and the new Hydra-Matic 10-speed automatic transmission. “Tahoe RST with the Performance Package is the fastest-turning Tahoe model, and we’ve received customer requests to offer the same performance and power to Suburban RST”, said Sandor Piszar, director of Chevy Trucks Marketing and Advertising. “Delivering on those requests with the Suburban RST Performance Package is another example of how Chevrolet has continually invested in the segment, developing models with combinations of capability, technology and performance to meet the needs of different customers”, Piszar added. The 6.2-liter V8 produces 420hp and 460lb-ft of torque, while the new 10-speed transmission offers smaller steps between each rat...

Volkswagen has launched a new Performance Pack for the UK market 2018 Golf R, which not only de-restricts top speed, but also shaves some pounds and adds a few extras. Available as an option for the DSG versions of the Golf R hatch and estate, it includes an upgraded braking system that shaves 2 kilograms (4.4 lbs), 19-inch Spielberg alloy wheels that replace the stock 18-inch Cadiz rims, and in the case of the hatch, a new tailgate-mounted spoiler. Moreover, specifying the Performance Pack to the latest iteration Volkswagen Golf R means that top speed will increase in both hatch and wagon variants of the vehicle, from 155mph (250km/h), to 166mph (267km/h) and 168mph (270km/h), respectively. Pricing of the Performance Pack stars at £2,300 ($3,020) in the United Kingdom, where the Golf R can be had from £32,710 ($42,949) with a manual or £33,995 ($44,636) with an automatic gearbox, and the Estate costs at least £35,700 ($46,875) and comes exclusively with a DSG transmi...