Source: http://www.wired.com/autopia/2012/03/french-ev-on-a-round-the-world-electric-odyssey/
Saturday, March 31, 2012
French EV On A Round-The-World Electric Odyssey
If you happen to live in a small town west of the Rockies and see a small electric car with French license plates, don’t panic. It’s just Xavier and Antonin attempting to circumnavigate the earth in an electric Citroën. The car of choice for the Electric Odyssey is a Citroën C-Zero, a rebadged Mitsubishi i-MiEV [...]
Redbull F1 car extreme doughnuts in hong kong!
www.hongkonghustle.com Red Bull brought the excitement of F1 to Hong Kong for the very first time on June 18th, 2011. They unleashed an F1 car driven by Jaime Alguersuari on the brand new Lung Wo Road in Central. Let’s just say there was lots of burning rubber, engine screams and smoke. Watch the video series [...]
Source: http://extremesportsblog.com/redbull-f1-car-extreme-doughnuts-in-hong-kong.html/
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Friday, March 30, 2012
Aston Martin John Lobb Shoes [Video]
Aston Martin has recently introduced a collection of driving shoes made by John Lobb, with the carmaker releasing a video that promotes this. The shoes come to solve an issue that has been affecting driving apparel for quite a while: these kind of clothes look sporty, so they can't be used for elegant vehicles being driven to certain events.
The John Lobb Aston Martin collections offers multiple color combinations, so customers can choose their favorite. Named Winner Sport, this was co-design...
The John Lobb Aston Martin collections offers multiple color combinations, so customers can choose their favorite. Named Winner Sport, this was co-design...
Source: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/aston-martin-john-lobb-shoes-video-43763.html
Toyota GT 86: UK Price and Spec
Toyota UK has announced today pricing and specifications for the new sports coupe that's coming in three months' time. The base car equipped with a six-spped manual will cost from £24,995 on-the-road, while the optional six-speed automatic takes you all the way to £26,495.
Whichever model you want, there is only one equipment grade for this car. Orders have already begun being taken today and deliveries are scheduled for July 1st.
Features include a viscous limited slip diff at the back, 1...
Whichever model you want, there is only one equipment grade for this car. Orders have already begun being taken today and deliveries are scheduled for July 1st.
Features include a viscous limited slip diff at the back, 1...
Source: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/toyota-gt-86-uk-price-and-spec-43802.html
Thursday, March 29, 2012
2013 Ford Explorer Sport [Photo Gallery]
Ford has launched the new Explorer Sport, a performance SUV with cool exterior touches, and decent economy thanks to its turbocharged EcoBoost engine.
The big story with this car is that it packs an all mighty 350 hp twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 EcoBoost engine, and four-wheel drive with a Terrain Management System. You won't be racing Corvettes any time soon, but the engine is mated to a paddle-shifted six-speed SelectShift Automatic transmission with a new 3.16 to 1 final drive ratio, for that s...
The big story with this car is that it packs an all mighty 350 hp twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 EcoBoost engine, and four-wheel drive with a Terrain Management System. You won't be racing Corvettes any time soon, but the engine is mated to a paddle-shifted six-speed SelectShift Automatic transmission with a new 3.16 to 1 final drive ratio, for that s...
Source: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/2013-ford-explorer-sport-photo-gallery-43759.html
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Fisker to Replace Battery Packs on Nearly All Karma Sedans
Fisker has announced plans to replace the battery packs on over 600 Karma plug-in hybrids after a fault was found in the cells.
Source: http://www.wired.com/autopia/2012/03/fisker-to-replace-battery-packs-on-nearly-all-karma-sedans/
Seattle’s Monorail Is Feted, While Sydney’s Meets Its Fate
This weekend, in separate hemispheres, two of the most famous urban monorail systems outside of Disney World were the focus of celebrations. In Seattle, a beloved urban transit system met a milestone anniversary, while residents of Sydney were glad to learn that their single-track boondoggle would soon be dismantled. We’ll start off in Seattle, where [...]
Source: http://www.wired.com/autopia/2012/03/seattles-monorail-is-feted-while-sydneys-meets-its-fate/
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
DMC Malaysia Showroom Open: Photos and Video
Famous German supercar tuner DMC has opened a new outlet for the East Asian market in Malaysia. Thankfully, there haven't been any gold-wrapped cars, but there were pretty girls and... a dragon.
With the strong growth of the Asian market, it isn't really a surprise that DMC is focusing on this market. As part of its expansion in South East Asia, DMC has appointed ATP Motorsports in Malaysia as its exlusive dealer. The show room was opened as part of a grand opening: Lamborghinis, Ferraris and...
With the strong growth of the Asian market, it isn't really a surprise that DMC is focusing on this market. As part of its expansion in South East Asia, DMC has appointed ATP Motorsports in Malaysia as its exlusive dealer. The show room was opened as part of a grand opening: Lamborghinis, Ferraris and...
Source: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/dmc-malaysia-showroom-open-photos-and-video-43696.html
Monday, March 26, 2012
2012 Nissan GT-R Nismo GT3 Takes To The Track: Video
Last summer Nissan unveiled a new racing version of its GT-R supercar designed to meet FIA-GT3 regulations. That race car has since gone on to compete in the Dubai 24 Hours endurance race and later in the year will see the Nissan GT-R nameplate enter the GT300 class in Japan’s Super GT series for the first time. As pretty as the 2012 Nissan...2013 MINI Countryman JCW Launches Flying Man? [Video]
MINI is trying to be forcefully viral and we're not in the mood for fake videos. Yes, this video is for the most part the work of clever editing and some people with computers. Let's be clear about this, a car could potentially have enough power to tow a man in a flying squirrel suit, but would a famous carmaker really pull a stunt like that using only roof rack?
What's more, that clutch save the driver pulls off at the edge of the canyon is something out of a Wille E. Coyote and Road Runner ...
What's more, that clutch save the driver pulls off at the edge of the canyon is something out of a Wille E. Coyote and Road Runner ...
Source: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/2013-mini-countryman-jcw-launches-flying-man-video-43639.html
Sunday, March 25, 2012
Hyundai’s Feedback Loop Yields a Better Coupe
Hyundai has aggressively collected customer feedback about its cars over the last decade. By listening to what Hyundai drivers want and then delivering on those desires, the company is stronger, the public perception of the brand has improved remarkably, and sales are through the roof. The Korean automaker now has over 5 percent of the [...]
Source: http://www.wired.com/autopia/2012/03/hyundais-feedback-loop-yields-a-better-coupe/
Lewis Hamilton On Pole For Formula 1 Malaysian Grand Prix
McLaren has repeated its qualifying efforts of last week’s Australian Grand Prix by securing the top two positions on the grid for tomorrow’s Grand Prix in Malaysia, the second race on the 2012 FIA Formula 1 calendar. Fastest today after qualifying was Lewis Hamilton who posted a best time of 1:36.219, and his teammate, Jenson Button...Saturday, March 24, 2012
Certain 2006 Honda CR-V Models Recalled
Recalls of due to the inability to secure a child seat properly or a hydraulic bar for the rear hatch that isn't strong enough are relatively bad, but when we hear of issues with the suspension that could prove crash-worthy are very frightening.
Honda has announced a voluntary recall of 1 316 CR-V's because it expected that the weld that holds the right front lower control arm could give way.
Thankfully, no accidents have been reported, so they haven't been sued. Honda has started issuing ...
Honda has announced a voluntary recall of 1 316 CR-V's because it expected that the weld that holds the right front lower control arm could give way.
Thankfully, no accidents have been reported, so they haven't been sued. Honda has started issuing ...
Source: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/certain-2006-honda-cr-v-models-recalled-43631.html
NGM Forward Racing MotoGP and Moto2 team presentation
The IRTA Moto2 tests are currently underway at Jerez de la Frontera (with Thomas Luthi leading the field in the first two days) and MotoGP to follow at the end of the week, so NGM Forward Racing took[...]
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Friday, March 23, 2012
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 & Porsche 911 GT3 Cup Sound Dogfight [Video]
The racetrack is probably the best place you can go if you want to experience engine sounds that make every cell in your body vibrate. This is because race cars face lighter limitations than those imposed on the street and the track offers enough space for drivers to push the engines to the limit.
To demonstrate this, we're bringing you the adjacent video, which brings us an audio battle between a Mercedes SLS AMG GT3 and a Porsche 911 GT3 Cup. The first's V8 clearly wins the fight in terms o...
To demonstrate this, we're bringing you the adjacent video, which brings us an audio battle between a Mercedes SLS AMG GT3 and a Porsche 911 GT3 Cup. The first's V8 clearly wins the fight in terms o...
Video: Motor Trend pits Cadillac CTS-V vs Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG in wagon-off
Filed under: Performance, Wagon, Videos, Cadillac, Mercedes-Benz, Luxury
Station wagons, as pointed out by ex-Autoblogger Jonny Lieberman, are boring. "It's the penalty you pay for falling in love and having children," he says.
Sure, just so long as your children like to go fast, at least when the chosen conveyance to move those booster seats from Point A to Point B is either the wagon version of the Cadillac CTS-V or Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG, as tested by Motor Trend in the video you'll see after the break.
Without spoiling any of the salient details, we'll say that one car was a wee bit quicker, crossing the finish line a scant 79 feet ahead of its rival after a half-mile of acceleration to speeds surpassing 150 miles per hour, while the other was deemed the overall better car for enthusiast drivers.
Which was which? See the video below for all the answers you crave, along with some brilliant exhaust notes from these two rare wagon-shaped beasts.
Continue reading Motor Trend pits Cadillac CTS-V vs Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG in wagon-off
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Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Gresini CRT Shakedown Comes To An Early End
The San Carlo Gresini Honda team have called an early halt to their shakedown test of the FTR Honda CRT bike Michele Pirro will be contesting the MotoGP series with this season. On the second day of testing, Pirro ran into a problem with the belly of the fairing grounding at certain sections of the track, according to GPOne.com. After trying to address the problem via setup, it became clear that physical changes to the bike would be needed and the Gresini team decided to call it a day.
Such problems are normal for such a new bike, Fausto Gresini told GPOne.com. The very reason for holding a shakedown test is to find problems such as these, he said. Solving them in time for the Jerez test due to start on Friday will be difficult, however. British chassis builder FTR, who built and designed the chassis and bodywork for the bike, have just a few days to modify the bodywork to prevent it from grounding, and it is unclear whether they will be able to fix the problem by Friday.
Video: Are you the next Lexus LS?
Filed under: Sedan, Videos, Lexus, Design/Style, Luxury
We hope you like the look of the new Lexus GS. The Japanese luxury automaker has made it clear it aims to spread the new "spindle" grille found on the sedan across the brand. During an interview with Takayuki Katsuda, chief engineer for the RX line, four teaser images were splashed across the screen, including what looks to be the next-generation LS. If that's true, the model will wear a heavily accented version of the Predator maw, complete with a chrome or brushed metal accent frame. Likewise, the headlamps will boast metal (or metal-effect) trim work of their own, complete with a dual-projector array.
Other reports have indicated the teaser may hint to what buyers can expect to see from the LS 600h F Sport when the model arrives.
In addition to the LS teaser, the video also flashes a brief glimpse at vehicles like the GS 450h, CT 200h F Sport and the upcoming ES. Hit the jump to take a look for yourself.
Continue reading Are you the next Lexus LS?
Are you the next Lexus LS? originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 20 Mar 2012 10:44:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Tuesday, March 20, 2012
PUR Wheels Rose Gold Concept
US aftermarket developer PUR Wheels recently made one of its own dreams become a reality, launching the Rose Gold Concept rims, with the development becoming an attention magnet. The creation was inspired by a glorious rose gold timepiece that the team had seen, with the result being the one in the adjacent images.
The wheels use a five double-spoke layout that brings an elegant image, just as they should with this kind of finish. The fact that they reflect light in an extremely complex way a...
The wheels use a five double-spoke layout that brings an elegant image, just as they should with this kind of finish. The fact that they reflect light in an extremely complex way a...
Source: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/pur-wheels-rose-gold-concept-43488.html
Ferrari Chief Luca di Montezemolo Rules Out IPO
While investors around the globe are clamoring to buy a piece of Ferrari, those in control of the Italian sports car brand don’t appear willing to budge despite the company being valued at billions of dollars. Last April Sergio Marchionne, the boss of Ferrari’s parent company, Fiat, said there were no plans to sell Ferrari as Fiat...Monday, March 19, 2012
Land Rover Banking On Next Defender To Boost Sales Volume
Land Rover’s current Defender SUV is the stuff of legend. The spiritual descendent of the original utilitarian-and-mechanically-bulletproof Land Rover, the Defender has a reputation for being one of the most capable off-road vehicles in the world. What makes the Defender great off-road impacts its appeal on-road, however. Its no-nonsense...xbox 360 wireless racing wheel wii racing games racing flats
Yamaha MotoGP team starts livery hype (w/video)
If Ducati is hyping the presentation of the Desmosedici GP12 next Monday, Yamaha is doing the same for the 2012 YZR-M1 livery, that will be officially presented during the last pre-season MotoGP tests[...]
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Sunday, March 18, 2012
Learn How To Snowboard: Grabs | Snowboard Tricks For Freestyle Snowboarding
You can’t learn how to snowboard from the Internet, but as long as you are counting down to the slopes, you could check out some freestyle snowboard basics. In this episode Ruben Verges shows you how to do a Method, Tucknee and a Crail grab to add style to your snowboarding! Overcome your obstacles and [...]
Lexus LFA Shines in Sunset Orange
A car like the Lexus LFA really doesn't need a special color to stand out, but this doesn't stop customers from dressing their V10 machines is what can be called eye candy. We are here to bring you the latest example of this and are inviting you to enjoy it in the adjacent image gallery.
Ladies and gentlemen, meet number 272, a unit of the Japanese supercar that has been dressed in Sunset Orange (9K6 code, if you were wondering). This is a bold color, but doesn't take things too far, so it ge...
Ladies and gentlemen, meet number 272, a unit of the Japanese supercar that has been dressed in Sunset Orange (9K6 code, if you were wondering). This is a bold color, but doesn't take things too far, so it ge...
Source: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/lexus-lfa-shines-in-sunset-orange-43478.html
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Interview: FTR's Mark Taylor on Aerodynamics and Air Intakes
The following interview was conducted with Mark Taylor of FTR Moto2 early in 2011. MotoMatters.com visited FTR's factory in Buckingham last year and spoke to Taylor about the development of the British Moto2 chassis builder's radically revised fairing, and the role of computational fluid dynamics in designing and verifying the aero packages of racing motorcycles. Taylor and FTR graciously discussed their work in some depth, and offered us a glimpse into exactly what goes into designing a racing motorcycle.
When the 2011 FTR Moto2 machine made its debut at the Valencia Moto2 tests at the start of last year, the one thing that caught the eye was the seemingly huge circular air intake on the front of the bike. The large hole, quickly dubbed "the gaping maw", was a radical departure from the current paddock fashion of letterbox-style air intakes, with long, thin, and often nipped in the middle the shape gracing most racing motorcycles at present.
So why did FTR decide to buck the trend and go with the great big hole on the front of the fairing? We spoke to FTR's engineering guru Mark Taylor at the Moto2 chassis manufacturer's Buckinghamshire base and put exactly that question to him.
VW Passat Alltrack Launched in the UK at £28,475
Volkswagen's British division has now opened the order books for the Passat Alltrack, with the vehicle set to arrive in showrooms on 28 May. We'll remind you that the Alltrack is based on the Estate, comes with VW's 4MOTION four-wheel drive system, uses a heftier ground clearance, also bringing body protections for when tackling more difficult terrain.
The UK market gets a single trim, with customers being able to choose between two powerplants: a 2.0-liter TDI with 140 hp with a six-speed ma...
The UK market gets a single trim, with customers being able to choose between two powerplants: a 2.0-liter TDI with 140 hp with a six-speed ma...
Source: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/vw-passat-alltrack-launched-in-the-uk-at-28475-43487.html
Friday, March 16, 2012
Toyota GT 86 and Subaru BRZ Production Starts in Japan
Fuji Heavy Industries, the makers of Subaru vehicles, announced their main plant in Japan has begun production of two brand new sports coupes. We are of course talking about the Subaru BRZ and its sister model, the Toyota GT 86.
The ceremony that kicked off production was presided over by Toyota Motor Company (TMC) President Akio Toyoda. The assembly plant is situated in the Gunma Prefecture, which is in the heart of Japan.
Up until now, the plant was used to make minicars for the regional...
The ceremony that kicked off production was presided over by Toyota Motor Company (TMC) President Akio Toyoda. The assembly plant is situated in the Gunma Prefecture, which is in the heart of Japan.
Up until now, the plant was used to make minicars for the regional...
Source: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/toyota-gt-86-and-subaru-brz-production-starts-in-japan-43457.html
Micro Indy Car Created in Record Time with 3D Nanoprinter
The Tata Nano might be the world's cheapest car, but researchers at the Vienna University of Technology have created the world's smallest car with a new breed of 3D printing technology.
Source: http://www.wired.com/autopia/2012/03/indycar-3d-nanoprinter/
Thursday, March 15, 2012
GM opposes Washington State's proposed electric vehicle fee that has "no merit"
Filed under: EV/Plug-in, GM, Legislation and Policy
General Motors has gone on record to oppose a Washington State bill that would impose a fee of $100 per year to electric-vehicle drivers.
GM Regional Director Howard Lenox, Jr. wrote a letter on March 6 to Washington State Governor Christine Gregoire stating that the automaker, which makes the Chevrolet Volt extended-range plug-in hybrid, is against such a bill. The state is proposing the fee as a way for EV drivers to compensate for the gas taxes that they otherwise wouldn't be paying. The letter was posted on GM's The Future Is Electric blog.
"A fee which singles out electric vehicles will be a disincentive to the growth of the electric vehicle market in Washington State," Lenox wrote in the letter. "As a practical matter, there are so few vehicles on Washington's roads today that their impact in replacing fuel tax revenues will, for now, be negligible."
While drivers of the Volt wouldn't be subject to such a fee because its on-board generator is gas-powered, GM appears to be looking ahead as the automaker looks to electrify more of its fleet to meet more stringent greenhouse-gas emissions requirements.
Last month, Washington State passed Senate Bill 5251, which was introduced by Mary Haugen, the Senate's transportation committee chairwoman. The fee, which is subject to a vote by the state's House of Representatives, is estimated to add as much as $1.9 million to the state's coffers by 2017. Arizona, Oregon and Kansas are among other states looking at instituting fees that specifically target electric vehicle drivers.
GM opposes Washington State's proposed electric vehicle fee that has "no merit" originally appeared on AutoblogGreen on Wed, 14 Mar 2012 17:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Permalink | Email this | CommentsHartge Tunes BMW 1-Series M Coupe
A quick search of the internet will reveal that the 1-Series M Coupe, or 1M as some people call it, is one of the most desired BMWs of the moment. Despite only having six cylinders, it's only 0.1 seconds off the pace set by the more powerful E92 M3.
However, this purist's has fans and plenty of potential, thanks to its lively chassis and focused suspension. Thus, it's the perfect car to tune into a real beast!
German tuning company Hartge has created just such a monster. Using the magic of...
However, this purist's has fans and plenty of potential, thanks to its lively chassis and focused suspension. Thus, it's the perfect car to tune into a real beast!
German tuning company Hartge has created just such a monster. Using the magic of...
Source: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/hartge-tunes-bmw-1-series-m-coupe-43419.html
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
New EV motor from Mitsubishi Electric increases efficiency, reduces size
Filed under: Emerging Technologies, EV/Plug-in, Mitsubishi
Batteries are usually the focus of technological advances when it comes to electric vehicles, but a new product announcement by Mitsubishi Electric reminds us that is not the only EV element that can be improved. The company has unveiled a new motor design that integrates the inverter - the electronics that regulate the flow of electricity between battery pack and motor - reducing the footprint of the drivetrain and freeing up space in a vehicle's architecture for passenger and cargo.
While less weight and size is pretty cool in itself, the new design doesn't stop there. Using silicon carbide (SiC) in place of silicon-based chips, it cuts energy losses by more than half. Traditionally, silicon has been used for power-switching chips but SiC is more resistant to heat, so thinner chips can be used. Less material means less electrical resistance which means less energy loss.
These innovations, in addition to earlier
Continue reading New EV motor from Mitsubishi Electric increases efficiency, reduces size
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Permalink | Email this | CommentsKia Rio and Picanto Get Red Dot Design Award
Two more Kia models have now become recipients of the prestigious Red Dot Design Award - the RIo and Picanto superminis. This brings the total to six Kias that have been the winners of the European design competition since 2009.
The awarded Kia models are the Soul winning in 2009, Venga in 2010, and Sportage and Optima which claimed the top spots in 2011.
We are very proud of the red dot awards for the Picanto and the Rio, comments Kia's Chief Officer Peter Schreyer. They are a great trib...
The awarded Kia models are the Soul winning in 2009, Venga in 2010, and Sportage and Optima which claimed the top spots in 2011.
We are very proud of the red dot awards for the Picanto and the Rio, comments Kia's Chief Officer Peter Schreyer. They are a great trib...
Source: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/kia-rio-and-picanto-get-red-dot-design-award-43389.html
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Finns Show Off New EV That Appears to Have Melted
The Finns, in building an EV that looks like a melted Roomba, put the French on notice that they no longer own the market for bizarre concept cars.
Source: http://www.wired.com/autopia/2012/03/valmet-dawn-electric-car/
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Monday, March 12, 2012
Mercedes-Benz Citan Rendering and New Spyshots
While out spy photographers are out shooting the future Mercedes-Benz Citaro city van, we just can't sit here and the office and do nothing. Thus, we've decided that we'll also send you a pair of renderings together with the freshest set of spy photos.
The renderings, which come from theophiluschin, seem pretty accurate, as they are based on both spyshots and rumors floating around the web.
The Citan is a fruit of Nissan-Renault's collaboration with Mercedes-Benz, with the vehicle set to ...
The renderings, which come from theophiluschin, seem pretty accurate, as they are based on both spyshots and rumors floating around the web.
The Citan is a fruit of Nissan-Renault's collaboration with Mercedes-Benz, with the vehicle set to ...
Source: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/mercedes-benz-citan-rendering-and-new-spyshots-43326.html
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Video: Valentino Rossi and Tavullia help promote motorcycle tourism in the Marche region
Last February thanks to an agreement between the Province of Pesaro and Urbino and Valentino Rossi’s Fan Club, the Tourist Board has opened a small tourist point inside Rossi’s Fan[...]
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