Good morning with Countach LP400

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A N D O N I S 31 Jul, 2011

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ImageGallery:Ferrari World Design Competition - Xezri

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Modification of Mercedes-Benz E-Class by Brabus

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Home modifications Germany, featuring spectacular Brabus Mercedes-Benz E-Class which they claim as the fastest four seat convertible in the world and "gahar" as it gets "800" touch. And these figures do not only identify changes but also about the power of 800 HP engines.

Thanks to the great powers to the experience of the engineers in developing the Brabus V12 engine from Mercedes-Benz S600 is modified in all parts of the maximum, starting from a special crankshaft, pistons made ​​larger cylinder bore and cylinder heads improved to optimize the mix of sport camshafts. Plus, Biturbo system that has 4 air-to-water intercooler that is expressed by the turbocharged.



With major changes, the original engine capacity rose 5.5 liters to 6.3 liters. In addition to 800 HP power, maximum torque 1420 Nm, but is electronically limited to 1100 Nm in order to have a durable power.

Maximum speed 5-speed automatic transmission car is estimated at 400 miles per hour. But, especially for kabriolet limited to 370 miles per hour. When accelerate from 0-100 kilometers per hour is achieved in 3.7 seconds, while 0-200 kph takes 9.9 seconds and 300 miles per hour 23.9 seconds.

To offset the major forces, Brabus also perfected the feet. As recalibrated suspension with adjustable dampers. Included also replace brake systems that have high performance.

The width of the car body is made more definite by using a fiber material karbon.The goal, besides getting a lighter weight, aerodynamic factors that change can be obtained and tested in a wind tunnel. Because of the wide body, four wheels can wear tires rims wrapped in size 265/30 ZR 9.5Jx19 (front), behind 10-inch rims with 295/30 ZR tires.

abdu 31 Jul, 2011

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Carlsson offers new CS60 tuning package for Mercedes S-Class

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Few days ago we talked a special edition of the current Mercedes S-Class, a model which is specially designed for the Italian market and comes to celebrate the successful life of the model considering that the next generation S-Class is very close to us. Mercedes called it the Grand Edition, more details being available here.

Mercedes S-Class by Carlsson

If the special edition developed by Mercedes is not very impressive for you as it mainly brings only few aesthetic improvements such as the AMG body kit, you can opt for Carlsson’s offering, the CS60 tuning package for the same Mercedes S-Class.

The German tuning house decided to prepare a complete package for the German sedan including a body kit and some extra horsepower under the bonnet. In terms of styling, Carlsson refreshed the appearance of the S-Class with a new front bumper, rear apron, trunk spoiler and side skirts. The exterior appearance is completed by a set of 20-inch alloy wheels fitted with high-performance tires from Dunlop.

Mercedes S-Class by Carlsson

If you are strictly interested to boost the power developed by your car, you might want to know that the Carlsson CS60 tuning package really improves the figures. To be more precise, the 5.5-liter V12 unit is now able to produce 600 horsepower and 1024 Nm of torque (electronically limited).

Mercedes S-Class by Carlsson

This will surely improve the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h which is now possible in only 4,3 seconds while the top speed increases to 320 km/h. In order to achieve this performance, Carlsson fitted the German model with a remapped ECU unit alongside a new quad-pipe stainless steel exhaust system and a high-flow air filter.

Mercedes S-Class by Carlsson

The German tuning house also improved the handling of the Mercedes S-Class by fitting the model with a suspension lowering module able to reduce the ground clearance by 30mm. For the interior, the tuners prepared a new leather upholstery along custom side sills and aluminum pedals.

Take a look at the styling improvements brought by Carlsson in the photos above while details about pricing and availability can be found by contacting the company.

Rikk 31 Jul, 2011

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BMW i8 EV supercar revealed

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At the same official shindig where the i3 EV was unveiled, BMW revealed the bigger brother, the i8. A joint article would have probably been fitting but I do have a special treatment for the latter so we’ll go a different route.

You see, while the i3 and the i8 come from the same family and even share some technology, they are two completely different sorts of electric vehicles.

BMW i8 EV Supercar

The first one is an EV with a range extender that’s meant to save the planet whereas the second one is a car that still manages to save the planet while being a whole lot more fun.

This is where true petrolheads are separated from the chaff, while even the most hardcore of driving enthusiasts are willing to waiver things like big thirsty engines and so on, none of them are interested in a car that isn’t fun.

While there have been many attempts over the years, BMW’s i8 supercar is one of the first working concepts that have a mixed fan base between petrolheads and environmentalists.

BMW i8 EV Supercar

But enough of the politics, let’s talk about the car itself. BMW’s i8 EV has a futuristic design, as you’d expect, but one that somehow manages to capture critical brand attributes and blend them in somehow.

On the more nerdilicious stats side, the weight of the i8 EV is less than 3.300 pounds which isn’t exactly a break through for supecars but it is amazing for something with such a complicated drivetrain.

As it happens, the BMW i8 is a plugin hybrid, featuring a mixture of electric motor and, incredibly, an internal combustion motor that offers (just) 1.5 liters in displacement and a turbocharger to help it along.

BMW i8 EV Supercar

Total output for the BMW i8 EV supercar comes in at 349 horsepower and 405 lb-ft of torque. Again, not exactly making Ferrari shiver in fear but for something that’s got fuel economy as a main focus, it is remarkable.

When pushed, the BMW i8 EV will hit 62 from a standstill in less than 5 seconds and it will go on accelerating all the way to an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph.

Interesting stuff is also to be found in how technically, the i8 can be front wheel drive only, rear wheel drive only or all wheel drive right when it ships off from the factory.

BMW i8 EV Supercar

When travelling on the front wheels only, you’re in electric mode and you can go for around 20 miles before running out of charge on the batteries. When switching to rear drive the engine will run for another 380 miles thanks to an average fuel consumption of 94 mpg (imp).

Only when you really push it that all wheels work together to wizz you along.

All in all, with the added publicity from Mission Impossible 4, it’s going to be quite an interesting car to follow this BMW i8.

Lupica G. 31 Jul, 2011

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BMW i3 EV fully revealed

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It’s been so long since we’ve first heard about the BMW i3 EV concept and we’ve had such a great number of occasions on it being tested and spied that it’s almost boring.

Really, I feel this way and it’s why I’m not very impressed with the Bavarians finally doing the complete unveiling bit, the sharing of details and so on.

BMW i3 EV

It is unfair, so in trying to correct it, let’s talk about what the BMW i3 has to offer, especially since it’s the sort of car that made Jim O’Donnell swallow his words.

The press release BMW included on the i3 EV includes both interesting facts as well as ridiculously dull ones. For example, when talking about the lightness of the i3, inevitably the carbon fiber shell that’s at its core had to be mentioned.

This shell is called “Life Structure” and it doesn’t sound so bad until you find out that they felt it necessary to say the rigidity of this shell is so high that engineers, much to the pleasure of designers, could do away with the B pillar arrangement.

BMW i3 EV

Getting back to the issue of lightness, BMW’s i3 EV tips the scales at just 2.755 pounds which isn’t as light as a petrol powered super-mini but not as fat as a normal car that was converted to EV technologies.

On this front, BMW have done well to serve the i3′s best interest. After all, a light car means more range and somewhat spritely handling; two things most EVs can’t offer.

When the juice does run out, the BMW i3 calls on a range extender that’s mounted very close to the electric drive, for packaging reasons.

BMW i3 EV

The Bavarians weren’t very kind on the details of the range extender but they have told us that it will be a two cylinder affair and that the displacement will be less than 600 cc.

Some of you may be concerned with the very small engine but let’s remember that this is a true range extender, none of the power developed by the small two cylinder engine will be driving the wheels directly like in other EVs.

BMW’s i3 uses a range extender simply to charge the batteries or generate sufficient power for you to run the electric motor when they are depleted.

BMW i3 EV

When it is running at full chat though, the electric motor can develop 170 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. This means that a top speed of 93 is possible and a 0 to 62 time takes less than 8 seconds.

Lupica G. 31 Jul, 2011

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North America gets a fully electric carsharing fleet with 300 Smart ForTwo

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We got some special news for the North American citizens with a more eco-friendly approach when it comes to transportation. Daimler’s subsidiary, Car2Go, a company which offers carsharing services will bring a fleet of Smart ForTwo electric models in North America, a total of 300 units following to be available. According to the official details, the car rental company will bring the electric vehicles in San Diego starting this year.

Smart ForTwo EV

According to San Diego’s Mayor, Jerry Sanders, this will be the first city in North America to receive a 100% EV carsharing program through an already successful network such as the Car2Go program.

If the European cities which benefit from this carsharing program are using the same Smart ForTwo model but fitted with efficient gasoline engines, San Diego will get fully electric models able to provide a driving range of almost 135 kilometers on a single charge.

Smart ForTwo EV

"The launch of an all electric vehicle fleet marks a new era in carsharing in North America," said Nicholas Cole, President and CEO of Car2Go N. A. "San Diego is a forward-thinking city determined to meet future transportation demands of its residents. Our goal is to complement the existing transportation infrastructure by providing an emissions- free carsharing service for short one-way trips."

The electric ForTwo is powered by an electric motor offering 40 horsepower while the energy is stored in lithium-ion batteries. Of course, the new electric fleet will need some charging stations, therefore, the city has to accommodate some charging points for the electric models.

Smart ForTwo EV

"Right from the beginning, the Smart ForTwo was designed for electric drive and that now shows," says Dr. Annette Winkler, Head of smart. "I love driving the smart electric drive and I am convinced that the car2go members in California will enjoy using this forward technology to get around their home town San Diego – a new method of transportation both pleasing to the ear and the environment."

Rikk 31 Jul, 2011

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