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Nissan has taken the all-new Armada—mechanical twin to the Patrol—up a notch with the debut of its NISMO performance variant, set to hit dealerships this autumn. The upgrade goes far beyond cosmetic tweaks, catapulting the full-size SUV to become the most potent Armada in history.

Developed exclusively for the Chinese market, the 525Li in F10/F18 5 Series features a 160kW (215hp) powertrain with 310Nm torque, slotting between the 520Li and 528Li. Its turbocharged engine runs a 10.0:1 compression ratio, optimized for a balance of power delivery and fuel efficiency in urban and highway driving.

Gatebil has solidified its status as a cornerstone of Scandinavian automotive subculture, though its exact founding date remains unchronicled. Documentation suggests organized events emerged around 2005, birthed from a grassroots movement of motorsport enthusiasts seeking a platform to showcase modified vehicles, share automotive passion, and celebrate driving joy.

At Rudskogen Motorsenter during Norway's Gatebil event, a TS-Racing-built thousand-horsepower Audi commands attention. As it exits the pits for extreme time-attack practice, the symphony of spinning turbos, wastegate hisses, and the iconic five-cylinder engine echoes across the Scandinavian landscape—a mechanical opera crafted over seven years by Tommy's team.