Source: http://www.newsobserver.com/2013/04/26/2853443/keselowski-rallies-in-nationwide.html
Saturday, April 27, 2013
Michael Schumacher To Lap Nürburgring In F1 Car
Michael Schumacher, seven-time F1 driver's champ and so fast he had to retire twice to make it stick, will soon be back in an F1 car--this time on the Nürburgring Nordschleife. Schumacher will pilot a 2011 Mercedes W02 F1 car around the long, treacherous course on May 19, according to SpeedTV. The trip to the 'Ring will be significant for...skip barber racing school racing steering wheels drag racing video
Friday, April 26, 2013
Featured: BMW Shanghai: Driving in mega cities, designing the future and more
Filed under: China, Technology, BMW, Design/Style
A few days before the Shanghai Motor Show kicked off, we were part of an international group of media that was invited to have a look at the BMW Designworks Shanghai Studio and ConnectedDrive Lab facility. The building that BMW found to house its Chinese think tank is in a lovely part of Shanghai known as the former French Concession. The late 1890s and early 1900s French architectural style, brick-paved streets and tree-lined spaces feel a world apart from the ultra-modern heart of Shanghai, and the BMW enclave is a suitable mix of high-tech and throwback cool.The BMW enclave is a suitable mix of high-tech and throwback cool.
We were visiting, in short, to understand just why BMW has found it important to have design and research capability in China. As it turns out, answering those questions also served to shed some light on the Chinese auto market as a whole - what it looks like today and where it's going over the next few years.
Of course, the basic idea of developing new facilities and human resources in a foreign market is to be able to better design and build cars for that market. In terms of design, this isn't a new concept. In terms of BMW design, and more specifically its DesignworksUSA team, the concept has been a reality for more than ten years now. In Shanghai, the process is just getting going, with the BMW team getting a late start, setting up shop just last year.
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Checa and Badovini ready to fight back at Assen
Carlos Checa and team mate Ayrton Badovini are almost back to full fitness and with a two-day private test under the belt at Jerez last week, the two Alstare Ducati riders are hoping that the Assen[...]
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Consumer Reports Test VW Jetta Hybrid [Video]
America was, from the very beginning, a hybrid supporter.Volkswagen… not so much. But Toyota sold them in the millions, while the Germans kept true to their turbo technology, until they realized they can do both.
The 2013 VW Jetta Hybrid is a car with both positives and negatives. The powertrain is without a doubt its main feature. Combining a 1.4-liter TSI turbo engine with an electric motor resulted in a car that VW USA belie...
The 2013 VW Jetta Hybrid is a car with both positives and negatives. The powertrain is without a doubt its main feature. Combining a 1.4-liter TSI turbo engine with an electric motor resulted in a car that VW USA belie...
Source: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/consumer-reports-test-vw-jetta-hybrid-video-58578.html
Stupid UK Car Thieves Caught After Posting Cash Pictures on the Internet
These guys have to be the most idiotic and pathetic car thieves ever, shaming the “trade” by posting pictures of themselves and the stolen goods on social media websites.
A gang of UK prolific car thieves was busted after posting pictures of themselves posing with the stolen cars on Facebook. One of them made a sandwich packed with a wad of £20 bills and posted a picture of him “eating” it...
A gang of UK prolific car thieves was busted after posting pictures of themselves posing with the stolen cars on Facebook. One of them made a sandwich packed with a wad of £20 bills and posted a picture of him “eating” it...
Santorini Black RS600 Kahn Cosworth Range Rover Sport
Kahn Design has revealed a new tuning kit for the older generation Range Rover Sport, called the Santorini Black RS 600 Cosworth.
The name speaks for itself, hinting that the car’s color theme is black and Cosworth fiddled with the mechanical parts. The 600 though, doesn...
The name speaks for itself, hinting that the car’s color theme is black and Cosworth fiddled with the mechanical parts. The 600 though, doesn...
Source: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/santorini-black-rs600-kahn-cosworth-range-rover-58522.html
Thursday, April 25, 2013
Shanghai: Detroit Electric, Geely announce strategic partnership for electric vehicles
Filed under: Shanghai Motor Show, Electric, MISC
The revived Detroit Electric company will be partnering with China's Geely, but the mission is not to cooperate on bringing the all-electric Tesla Roadster-like SP:01 to market. Instead, Detroit Electric and Geely will co-develop more normal passenger vehicles from Geely's Emgrand brand, starting with the EC7 pictured above. The two companies will also work on "related electric drive systems." The announcement was made at the Shanghai Motor Show today.Geely and Detroit Electric have been working quietly for three years on feasibility studies and a joint development program that finally selected the EC7. All of the vehicles that emerge from the strategic partnership will be sold in China, and the first model, which will be called the EC7-EV and come in two range flavors (100 and 160 miles) is due in 2014. The EC7-EV will apparently have a top speed of over 124 miles per hour. The companies are bold enough to put out sales predictions already, saying they expect 3,000 to be sold in the first year and 30,000 in the first three years.
Detroit Electric is in the midst of an aggressive launch phase, with plans to already start building the SP:01 in Michigan in August. To refresh your memory, the SP:01 scoots on up to 62 miles per hour in just 3.7 seconds on the way up to a top speed of 155 mph. The powertrain includes a 37-kWh lithium-polymer battery and an air-cooled, asynchronous AC electric motor that puts out 201 horsepower and 166 pound-feet of torque. The range (as calculated on the New European Driving Cycle) is 180 miles - we figure that means about 150 miles using US tests.
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Detroit Electric, Geely announce strategic partnership for electric vehicles originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Official: Twizy Renault Sport F1 is a racy EV that defies categorization
Filed under: Concept Cars, Motorsports, Performance, Renault, Specialty, Electric
It recently came out that Porsche mulled a return to Formula One but chose a return to Le Mans instead, citing F1 technology's lack of relevance to its road cars. Well Porsche, take this: the Twizy Renault Sport F1 concept, "a bridge between the world of F1 technology and that of production cars." The French Formula One legend took a 17-horsepower electric Twizy and replaced the back seat with an 80-hp KERS unit, just like the ones it produces for its F1 customer teams. Then it added tires from a Formula 2 Renault and a steering wheel derived from a Formula 3.5 Renault, a front splitter, sidepods and open-wheeler mirrors. Yes, it's absurd - and by absurd we mean outstanding.
There are two KERS modes the driver can use, the first a Recovery mode that uses the Twizy's main 17-hp electric motor to recoup energy since the city car can't produce enough energy through braking to repower the KERS unit. The other is Boost mode, which allows a 13-second burst using the combined 97 horsepower available with the two motors. A single-seater-style rain light is affixed out back, and it illuminates when in Boost mode. The result is a Twizy that can dash from 0-60 miles per hour as quick as Renault's fastest car, the Megane Renaultsport 265, listed by Car magazine at six seconds. The Twizy's top speed in Boost mode climbs from 53 mph to 68 mph.
It will be shown at various events throughout the year, starting with the World Series by Renault race in Aragon, Spain on April 27 and 28. You can read all about it right now in the press release below.
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Official: Twizy Renault Sport F1 is a racy EV that defies categorization
Filed under: Concept Cars, Motorsports, Performance, Renault, Specialty, Electric
It recently came out that Porsche mulled a return to Formula One but chose a return to Le Mans instead, citing F1 technology's lack of relevance to its road cars. Well Porsche, take this: the Twizy Renault Sport F1 concept, "a bridge between the world of F1 technology and that of production cars." The French Formula One legend took a 17-horsepower electric Twizy and replaced the back seat with an 80-hp KERS unit, just like the ones it produces for its F1 customer teams. Then it added tires from a Formula 2 Renault and a steering wheel derived from a Formula 3.5 Renault, a front splitter, sidepods and open-wheeler mirrors. Yes, it's absurd - and by absurd we mean outstanding.
There are two KERS modes the driver can use, the first a Recovery mode that uses the Twizy's main 17-hp electric motor to recoup energy since the city car can't produce enough energy through braking to repower the KERS unit. The other is Boost mode, which allows a 13-second burst using the combined 97 horsepower available with the two motors. A single-seater-style rain light is affixed out back, and it illuminates when in Boost mode. The result is a Twizy that can dash from 0-60 miles per hour as quick as Renault's fastest car, the Megane Renaultsport 265, listed by Car magazine at six seconds. The Twizy's top speed in Boost mode climbs from 53 mph to 68 mph.
It will be shown at various events throughout the year, starting with the World Series by Renault race in Aragon, Spain on April 27 and 28. You can read all about it right now in the press release below.
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2013 Austin GP - final rider quotes
A little less than 61,000 fans attended Sunday’s MotoGP race at the Circuit of the Americas who were treated to Marc Marquez’ first ever victory in the premier classand will fondly[...]
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What Is SCCA Pro Solo? This Is: Video
Getting started in motorsports is tough. It's not like you can just go out and buy some basic equipment or join a team and get going. Or is it? Professional racing is an expensive and time-consuming endeavor. Even among those fortunate enough to go racing professionally, few actually make any real money at it--for them, it's a labor of love. So...Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Ford Has Over 1,000 Orders for New Fiesta ST in Britain
The new Ford Fiesta ST is a hit before most potential buyers even got to drive one. That really comes as no surprise to us. The old one was relatively cheap, decent to drive and look at, but was only around for a couple of years before the old sexy-face here came along and they had to stop making STs.
For a while, Ford of Europe tried the old "oh look, we have a 120 hp 1.6-liter with a really cool name (Zetec) that's almost ...
For a while, Ford of Europe tried the old "oh look, we have a 120 hp 1.6-liter with a really cool name (Zetec) that's almost ...
Source: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/ford-has-over-1000-orders-for-new-fiesta-st-in-britain-58421.html
2013 MotoGP Austin brolly girls gallery
The stunning Circuit of the Americas in Austin, TX offered some pretty fine racing last weekend, which saw three Spanish riders all take their maiden victories in their respective classes. Alex Rins won[...]
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Electric smart fortwo Goes to China
Microcar manufacturer smart has announced plans to launch the all-electric fortwo city car onto the Chinese market by the end of the year, after the local government has green-lighted the zero-local-emission runabout.
By introducing its electric fortwo version on the world’s largest automotive market, the German-based automaker will become the first European importer to bring a fully electrified vehicle to China.
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By introducing its electric fortwo version on the world’s largest automotive market, the German-based automaker will become the first European importer to bring a fully electrified vehicle to China.
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Source: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/electric-smart-fortwo-goes-to-china-58440.html
Defy: The Danny Harf Project
Three years in the making, Defy is a visual overdose of wakeboarding at its highest level, starring four-time X Games gold medalist Danny Harf and his crew of progressive riders. Harf co-produces the film with elite director Sean Kilgus of BFY Productions. The pair have a solid track record, winning “Best Video Performance” in 2008 [...]
Source: http://extremesportsblog.com/defy-the-danny-harf-project.html/
Carella's 2011 World Title Turns a New Page in F1 H2O Series!
F1 H2O / F1 Powerboat News ABU DHABI - January 2, 2012 Italian Alex Carella of the Qatar Team used both his driving skills and youthful exuberance to overtake his wily veteran teammate Jay Price of the USA with a...
Source: http://www.motorsportsjournal.com/archives/2012/01/carellas_2011_world_title.php
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Heli-skiing in the alps of Verbier
Børsens Karsten Engmann Jensen mødte den danske millionær og skientusiast Lars Tvede til en actionfyldt omgang rigmands-ski, hvor man ikke venter på frie pla…
Source: http://extremesportsblog.com/heli-skiing-in-the-alps-of-verbier.html/
Deus BMW R100S, the Oldschool Racer Going Older [Photo Gallery]
We don't know whether this BMW is the one Deus mentioned after their visit at the Bavarian headquarters, but we know we love it. Just like they enjoy doing from time to time, Deus outdid themselves with this old R100S, transforming it into a stunning racing beast.
While most builders try to make an old bike look more modern, Woolie wanted the exact opposite: creating a bike which looks even older than the late 70s donor machine. Funn...
While most builders try to make an old bike look more modern, Woolie wanted the exact opposite: creating a bike which looks even older than the late 70s donor machine. Funn...
2013 COTA MotoGP QP Result
Results and summary of qualifying for MotoGP:
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MotoGPMatters/~3/11OJwhmD85w/2013_cota_motogp_qp_result.html
Colin Monahan Named Marketing Coordinator at Infineon Raceway
Infineon Raceway SONOMA, Calif. (Jan. 4, 2012) Colin Monahan has been named Marketing Coordinator at Infineon Raceway, raceway officials announced....
Source: http://www.motorsportsjournal.com/archives/2012/01/colin_monahan_named_marke.php
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PATRICK HEAD STEPS DOWN FROM THE BOARD OF WILLIAMS GRAND PRIX HOLDINGS PLC
WILLIAMS GRAND PRIX HOLDINGS PLC Grove, UK. 31 December 2011 Williams Grand Prix Holdings PLC (Ticker: WGF1) today confirms that Director of Engineering Patrick Head will step down from its Board of Directors with immediate effect....
Source: http://www.motorsportsjournal.com/archives/2011/12/patrick_head_steps_down_f.php
Monday, April 22, 2013
Report: Toyota Prius line may not reach 2013 sales target
Filed under: Car Buying, Hybrid, Hatchback, Toyota
2012 was a good year for the Toyota Prius line, the hybrid that started it all moving 236,659 units, being the best-selling model in California for the year and the Prius C (pictured) being deemed the most reliable car of 2012 by Consumer Reports. Then 2013 happened, and gas prices dropped more than expected, and people haven't been buying the little hybrids like they used to.
A report in Bloomberg says Toyota set 250,000 units as the Prius family's sales target for this year, but hits like the double-digit drop in year-on-year performance in February have helped lower 2013 sales by 8.4 percent compared to 2012, making the objective "a challenge" to reach. The declines in Prius sales come even as hybrid sales overall were up in the first couple of months this year, including sales of other Toyota and Lexus hybrids. Jim Lentz, Toyota's North American chief, said the Prius target would be adjusted if necessary.
Toyota Prius line may not reach 2013 sales target originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Report: Nissan beats Tesla in KBB's 'Green Car' list
Filed under: EV/Plug-in, Nissan
When going from 0 to 60 miles per hour, the Nissan Leaf may be about three seconds slower than the Tesla Model S, but when it comes to Kelly Blue Book's list of "10 Best Green Cars of 2013," the Leaf beats out its more expensive all-electric brethren.
KBB put the Leaf at the top of its list, noting that "you won't find an all-electric car that offers a better balance of range, practicality, refinement and value." The number two - the Tesla Model S - was also commended for being "among the coolest cars available, electric or otherwise." KBB named the Ford Focus Electric the third-best green car, followed up by the Chevrolet Volt extended-range plug-in and the Toyota Prius Plug-in.
Rounding out KBB's top ten were the Ford C-Max Energi plug-in hybrid; the Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid; Honda Fit EV; the Toyota Avalon Hybrid; and the Lincoln MKZ hybrid. In case you lost track, KBB's top 10 included four electric vehicles, three hybrids, two plug-in hybrids and an extended-range plug-in. Would your top ten list look the same?
Check out the KBB list here.
Nissan beats Tesla in KBB's 'Green Car' list originally appeared on Autoblog Green on Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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2014 Maserati Ghibli Full Specs, Live Photos And Video
Maserati’s new Ghibli sedan made its official world debut at the 2013 Shanghai Auto Show in China over the weekend and is now on its way to showrooms, scheduled to arrive before the year is out. As previously reported, the Ghibli will launch as a 2014 model and be available with two turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 engines in the U.S., while...
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