Friday, August 27, 2010

Audy R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI Quatro 2010

Audy R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI Quatro

When closed it melds harmoniously into the design line - it ends in two slim fins that extend toward the rear and have a contour similar to that of the Audi R8 Coupé hard top. The soft top's approximate weight is a mere 42 kilograms (92.59 lb); it thus keeps the vehicle's total weight and center of gravity low. The Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro sports a cloth soft top in classic Audi style. The rear side panels and the large cover over the storage compartment for the cloth top are made of a carbon fiber composite.

Audy R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI Quatro

Unlike the Coupé, the Audi R8 Spyder has classic air intakes behind the doors. Two distinctive silver cowls, into which the large air intake openings are integrated, give the long back a powerful profile. Its lines offer a unique interpretation of the dynamics and emotion of a high-performance sports car. The Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro captivates from the very first glance. The Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro features a fascinating package of technologies, including the Audi Space Frame (ASF) made of aluminum and carbon fiber composite, quattro permanent all-wheel drive, LED headlights and the innovative seatbelt microphone.

Audy R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI Quatro

The 386 kW (525 hp) V10 engine accelerates the high-performance sports car with the lightweight cloth top to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 4.1 seconds on its way to a top speed of 313 km/h (194.49 mph). Fascination taken to a new level of intensity: The Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro combines breathtaking performance with the experience of open-top driving. The bulkhead includes integrated rollover protection in the form of two pretensioned plates. Audi also provides a wind deflector that can be installed in just two steps. The heated glass window is integrated separately into the bulkhead and can be raised and lowered via a switch with the soft top up or down. With the standard electrohydraulic motor, the top opens and closes within 19 seconds, even while driving at speeds up to 50 km/h (31.07 mph).

Audy R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI Quatro

The top is suitable without restriction for high-speed driving and is quiet. The Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro accelerates from zero to 100 km/h (62.14 Its specific power output is 100.9 hp per liter of displacement; each hp only needs to move 3.3 kilograms (7.28 lb) of weight. The 5.2-liter engine produces 530 Nm (390.91 lb-ft) of torque at 6,500 rpm and 368 kW (525 hp) at 8,000 rpm. Dry sump lubrication, another motorsport technology, ensures the reliable supply of oil even at the maximum lateral and longitudinal acceleration.

Audy R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI Quatro

The 12.5:1 compression ratio that the FSI concept enables contributes to the high performance and good efficiency. The free-breathing V10 with the aluminum crankcase features direct gasoline injection. Prodigious power: the drivetrain The new top-of-the-range Audi offers incredible performance. Equipped with a manual transmission, the high-performance sports car weighs only 1,720 kilograms (3,791.95 lb). The aluminum Audi Space Frame (ASF) body of the Audi R8 Spyder is reinforced at important locations, yet it tips the scales at a mere 216 kilograms (476.20 lb) - just six kilograms (13.23 lb) more than the Coupé.

Toyota Corola Verso D4D

Toyota Corola Verso D4D

In few Asian countries (excluding Hong Kong, Japan & India), an offshoot of the Corolla model, called the Corolla Altis is also sold there alongside the The sedan is externally identical to the US model, but the Fielder has a different styling from the Japanese version. It is available with the 1.6 3ZZ-FE engine (sedan only) and the 1ZZ-FE. In Brazil, the Corolla sedan and the Corolla Fielder are built locally.

Toyota Corola Verso D4D

The Vibe, in turn, is sold with a different grille in Japan and is called the Toyota Voltz. The Corolla has also spawned another multi-purpose vehicle, the Matrix, sold in Canada and the United States, and forms the basis of the Pontiac Vibe. The Corolla Spacio (Verso in Europe) moved on to the new platform, with later models adding a third row of fold-down seating in the back. The station wagon model is called the Toyota Corolla Fielder in Japan, and the five-door the Toyota Corolla Runx and Toyota Allex, launching in 2001. The sporty XRS model, introduced for 2004, features the high-revving 170 hp (127 kW) 127 ft·lbf (172 N•m) 2ZZ-GE engine and 6 speed manual from the Toyota Celica GT-S and Lotus Elise.

Toyota Corola Verso D4D

The torsion bar suspension and drum brakes in the rear are anachronisms, however. Initially trim levels are CE, S, and LE. It came to the United States in Spring 2002 as model year 2003. The North American model is longer and the same as Corolla Altis. Like the Vista, the Corolla's width is limited to 67 in (1700 mm), to avoid being in a higher tax bracket in Japan, although most of its European rivals are now wider. It is built on a shortened Toyota Vista platform—the Vista being a mid-sized, rather than compact car. The ninth-generation Corolla (NZE120/ZZE120) appeared in August 2000 with edgier styling and a longer 102.4 in (2600 mm) wheelbase.

Ventury Astrolab 2010

Venturi Astrolab First Commercially

Want to buy a car that runs on water? The use of LPG and CNG has also been promoted by various governments in the recent years to Hybrid electric vehicles contain batteries which may be charged using a standard electrical plug at home. Compared to other cars, the hybrids are more environment friendly, and are also cheap to run. These cars, labelled as hybrids, contain an electric motor in addition to the regular one, giving the rider a choice of power source.

Venturi Astrolab First Commercially

Cars like Toyota Prius and Honda Insight can operate using both electricity and gasoline. Till date, the most popular form of alternate energy that has been used to power cars is electricity. In this article, we take a quick look at the various pros and cons of cars powered by alternate energy sources. This is a necessity, considering the depleting stocks of fossil fuels and the rising pollution levels in the world.

Venturi Astrolab First Commercially

In fact, scientists have developed cars that run not only on water but also on other non-conventional sources of energy such as electricity, solar power, bio-diesel, ethanol and LPG. Cars running on alternate sources of energy are the latest fad in the automobile world. And what's more, these cars might possibly be the vehicles of the future, in a time when gasoline and diesel powered cars will be rendered obsolete and relegated to museums. To beat the growing menace of air pollution, scientists have really developed cars that use 100% water as fuel. Well, this might have sounded funny a few years back, but not anymore.

Friday, August 13, 2010

Mansory Bugatti Veyron Linea Vincero dOro 2010

Mansory Bugatti Veyron Linea Vincero dOro

One unique feature of the design of the Mansory Bugatti Veyron Linea Vincerò d'Oro is the carbon fabric with inbuilt copper thread used by Mansory, the metallic sheen of which really brings out the exceptional nature of this Mansory manufactures almost all the components in the car's body from ultra-light, high-strength carbon and the autoclave method of hardening under high pressure and high temperatures used during the manufacturing process makes a huge improvement to the quality of the materials.

Mansory Bugatti Veyron Linea Vincero dOro

Larger air outlets at the rear and at the sides of the car ensure optimal engine cooling and, with the new diffuser, underscore the vehicle's vibrant design. The LED daytime running lights and the stylised letter "V" (paying homage to the name Vincerò) built into the car's front end are particular highlights of the new design while the newly developed side skirts form a visual and aerodynamic link between the axles.

Mansory Bugatti Veyron Linea Vincero dOro

Compared with the standard Veyron, the Linea Vincerò has received a comprehensive facelift to its front, consisting of modified fenders, a shortened bonnet and a striking front apron. Using targeted changes, Mansory first transformed the Bugatti Veyron into the Linea Vincerò and then, using a special gold-coloured alloy, into the unique Mansory Bugatti Veyron Linea Vincerò d'Oro.

Mansory Bugatti Veyron Linea Vincero dOro

After the specialist for exclusive luxury vehicles raised the bar for high-performance sports cars by another level in March 2009, Mansory is now placing the crowning glory on the art of refinement. With the Mansory Bugatti Veyron Linea Vincerò d'Oro, Mansory has completed its strictly limited series for the refined Bugatti Veyron 16.4.

Thursday, August 12, 2010

Jaguar XKR 175 2010

Jaguar XKR 175

There will be 15 Jaguar XKR 175 models for the Canadian market as well. Production of the Jaguar XKR 175 is limited to 175 vehicles at an MSRP of $104,500 (including destination charge). Inside, door sill tread plates reading "XKR 175 - 1 of 175" greet the driver and passenger while the leather is finished in Warm Charcoal with Cranberry stitching, all accompanied by Piano Black wood veneer. New 20-inch Kasuga 10-spoke alloy wheels, red brake calipers and Ultimate Black exterior paint adorn the car's exterior.

Jaguar XKR 175

To ensure that the Jaguar XKR 175 remains stable at high speeds, a revised aerodynamic package incorporates a new front air dam, new side sills, a new rear diffuser and a larger rear spoiler providing increased balance and a reduction in lift. The Jaguar XKR 175 is powered by a supercharged V8 with 510hp and 461 lb-ft of torque and top speeds raised to an electronically-limited 174mph. This is the first appearance of the exclusive sports car in North America. Jaguar celebrates its 75th anniversary with the debut of the limited edition 2011 Jaguar XKR 175 Coupe at the McCalls Motorworks Revival at the Monterey Jet Center during the Pebble Beach Automotive Weekend.

Jaguar XKR 175

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Jaguar XKR 175

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Jaguar XKR 175

Purchasing a Used Jaguar is a great option if someone wants a luxury vehicle, but a new model isn't in their budget. There are many types of luxury vehicles available today, but the Jaguar is definitely a classic. It is best to purchase the vehicle from a reputable dealer, where the vehicle has been properly checked out before being offered for sale. Purchasing a vehicle is a big decision, especially when selecting a luxury vehicle.