Tuesday, 27 January 2009
Bentley Brooklands
The Bentley Brooklands is a two-door coupe and four-seater derivative of Azure convertible. Therefore, technically it has nothing to do with the models developed since the brand is owned by Volkswagen (the coupe Continental GT, the convertible Continental GTC saloon and the Continental Flying Spur).Bentley Brooklands 2007Bentley BrooklandsBentley only intends to produce 550 units of Bentley
Ferrari California
The new Ferrari California, which in line with the Ferrari tradition is characterized by extraordinary car having technical and stylistic innovation, such as hard tops, the original concept 2 + that allows a great versatility of use of the area rear of the car.Ferrari CaliforniaThe design, as well as the aerodynamics of Ferrari California is a work of art, developed in close contact with the Old
2007 Bentley Arnage R
2007 Bentley Arnage RMaximum speed (km / h) - 270Acceleration 0-100 km / h (s) - 5.8Urban consumption (l/100 km) - 28.8Extra consumption (l/100 km) - 14.1Average consumption (l/100 km) - 19.5CO 2 emissions (g / km) - 465RT - 14.75%2007 Bentley Arnage RSize, weight, capacityBody Type - TourismNumber of doors - 4Length / width / height (mm) - 5390 / 1932 / 1515Weight (kg) - 2660Fuel Tank Capacity (
2007 Bentley Brooklands
2007 Bentley BrooklandsMaximum speed (km / h) - 296Acceleration 0-100 km / h (s) - 5.3Urban consumption (l/100 km) - 28.8Extra consumption (l/100 km) - 14.1Average consumption (l/100 km) - 19.5CO 2 emissions (g / km) - 465RT - 14.75%2007 Bentley BrooklandsSize, weight, capacityBody Type - CoupeNumber of doors - 2Length / width / height (mm) - 5411 / 2078 / 1473Weight (kg) - 2730Fuel Tank Capacity
2009 Ferrari California
2009 Ferrari CaliforniaMaximum speed (km / h) - 310Acceleration 0-100 km / h (s) - 4Acceleration 0-1000 m (s) - 22.1Urban consumption (l/100 km) - n / aExtra consumption (l/100 km) - n / aAverage consumption (l/100 km) - 13.1CO 2 emissions (g / km) - 3062009 Ferrari CaliforniaSize, weight, capacityBody Type - ConvertibleNumber of doors - 2Length / width / height (mm) - 4563 / 1902 / 1308Weight (
Saturday, 17 January 2009
2007 Beck LM 800 Supercar twin turbocharged V8
2007 Beck LM 800 Supercar twin turbocharged V8
The Beck LM 800 is built on the principle of lightweight and aerodynamic efficiency. It uses composite materials to to keep the weight down and a form over function styling brief to keep the frontal area and drag coefficient to a minimum.
The LM 800 is a supercar from Beck Engineering & Composites GmbH based in Switzerland. The Beck LM 800 went on show in January 2007 in Vienna.
The construction of the Beck LM 800 is similar to that found in Formula 1 race cars with a carbon, Kevlar and aluminium composite monocoque protecting the driver and passenger, as well as providing a rigid base to attach the engine and transmission mounts and front control arms of the chassis. The LM 800 has an electronically controlled, hydraulic active chassis also influenced by F1 technology, which reacts to telemetry data and helps to keep the car firmly stuck to the road.
The engine is a V8 especially produced by MTM for the Beck LM 800 with a displacement of 4.2 litres and, thanks to two turbochargers, delivers a performance of around 650 HP (variable from 550 - 1000 hp) to the drive shaft. The drive unit is designed in such a way that even acceleration is achieved across the entire range up to a top speed of over 217 mph. The semi-sequential 7-speed gearbox is perfectly coordinated with the Beck LM 800 and reacts instantly to driver input.
The wheels of the Beck LM 800 are specially made and formed from aluminium. An in-built hydraulic jacking system makes tire changes a breeze.
Friday, 16 January 2009
2008 Volkswagen R32 images
2008 Volkswagen R32 images
2008 Volkswagen R32
2008 Volkswagen R32 interior
Thursday, 15 January 2009
UTC Students Show off Alternative Fuel Car
With gas prices at their usual summer-time high, many of us would like a cheaper alternative at the pump. And in a news conference you saw today on Newschannel 9, President Barack Obama said he would like our country to become a leader in green energy. Several University of Tennessee at Chattanooga engineering students are already doing just that.
Among them is Justin McBath. He and his fellow students have spent two semesters converting a Saturn into a hydrogen hybrid. "I've always been a gearhead and loved cars growing up so when they gave us this option as a project I jumped right on it," says McBath. The Saturn now runs on gas, not gasoline. The tank in the trunk holds enough for a few runs around the track. And while it can get up to about 30 miles per hour, it's not road-ready yet. But Justin says that's only a matter of time. "This hydrogen tank will take us about 40 to 50 miles." And every one of those miles is clean; no carbon dioxides or monoxides, just environmentally-friendly fumes. "Nothing but steam coming out of the back, just water," he says.
The Saturn isn't the only project in their lesson plans. The U.T.C. students are also developing a better way to transfer power to electric buses, including a non-contact station that doesn't require a car to be plugged in. For Justin, all this just makes sense for the future. "I feel really proud to do something that helps my environment and I feel like this really helps the country because it gives us more options other than just fossil fuels."
It's that drive for something different that could very well change the way we all get behind the wheel or at least what's left behind when we do.
The U.T.C. Center for Energy, Transportation and the Environment is currently competing with schools like Stanford and M.I.T. for several grants that would fund further research. Congressman Zach Wamp says with Volkswagen coming to town it only makes sense for Chattanooga to be on the cutting edge.
Among them is Justin McBath. He and his fellow students have spent two semesters converting a Saturn into a hydrogen hybrid. "I've always been a gearhead and loved cars growing up so when they gave us this option as a project I jumped right on it," says McBath. The Saturn now runs on gas, not gasoline. The tank in the trunk holds enough for a few runs around the track. And while it can get up to about 30 miles per hour, it's not road-ready yet. But Justin says that's only a matter of time. "This hydrogen tank will take us about 40 to 50 miles." And every one of those miles is clean; no carbon dioxides or monoxides, just environmentally-friendly fumes. "Nothing but steam coming out of the back, just water," he says.
The Saturn isn't the only project in their lesson plans. The U.T.C. students are also developing a better way to transfer power to electric buses, including a non-contact station that doesn't require a car to be plugged in. For Justin, all this just makes sense for the future. "I feel really proud to do something that helps my environment and I feel like this really helps the country because it gives us more options other than just fossil fuels."
It's that drive for something different that could very well change the way we all get behind the wheel or at least what's left behind when we do.
The U.T.C. Center for Energy, Transportation and the Environment is currently competing with schools like Stanford and M.I.T. for several grants that would fund further research. Congressman Zach Wamp says with Volkswagen coming to town it only makes sense for Chattanooga to be on the cutting edge.
Monday, 12 January 2009
B. Engineering Edonis Super Car by Jean Marc Borel
B. Engineering Edonis Super Car by Jean Marc Borel
The Edonis cannot be described as a beautiful car, but it certainly eye catching. Its angular, complicated lines crash awkwardly together in a chaotic fashion, this trend is evident from almost every angle. The headlights give the impression of tiredness, or even depression.
The Edonis supercar is a creation of B. Engineering, a company run by Jean Marc Borel. The Edonis was intended as a demonstration of the design and prototype abilities of his company. The B. Engineering Edonis is a genuine supercar with a 0-60 time under 4 seconds, and a maximum speed of 225 mph.
B. Engineering Edonis Super Car by Jean Marc Borel
The Edonis has little to be sad about. Twin turbochargers feed a 3.7 litre V-12 engine to create a whopping 680 bhp at 8,000 rpm. All this power is run through a six-speed manual gearbox.
Using a monocoque built from carbon fiber the Edonis is very strong and light. All the cosmetic exterior body panels are aluminum. To reduce weight further aluminum brake calipers are used.
To save even more space and weight the Edonis rides on Michelin PAX run-flat tires, this means a spare wheel is surplus to requirement.
Monday, 5 January 2009
Spiess TC 522 prototype supercar twin-turbo V8
Spiess TC 522 prototype supercar twin-turbo V8
The Spiess TC 522 was a supercar prototype from 1992. It was created by a Spiess, a German company better known for creating industrial electrical transformers.
The TC 522 was powered by a mid-mounted 5.7 litre, twin-turbo V8. The transmission was handled by a 6 speed manual driving the rear wheels. The Spiess TC 522 had a carbon-fibre composite body. Due to its high price, and a worldwide economic slow down, the TC 522 never left the prototype stage.
The TC 522 was powered by a mid-mounted 5.7 litre, twin-turbo V8. The transmission was handled by a 6 speed manual driving the rear wheels. The Spiess TC 522 had a carbon-fibre composite body. Due to its high price, and a worldwide economic slow down, the TC 522 never left the prototype stage.
Sunday, 4 January 2009
Peugeot’s 407 Coupe diesel variant gets more power
Peugeot’s 407 Coupe diesel variant gets more power
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