Archive for June, 2010
Monday, June 28th, 2010
Revealed by Brabus tuning program for the convertible version of the Mercedes E-Class, it includes a series of cosmetic and mechanical improvements for all modifications. German specialists have provided for the appearance of a car full bodykit consisting of front bumper with integrated LED daytime running lights, rear tailgate spoiler and a massive diffuser. The choice of wheels is limited to several types available in sizes from 17 to 20 inches and the interior is equipped with a steering wheel, carbon fiber strips and special elements of the internal cap made of stainless steel. From Brabus have made improvements in all engines, which is offered Mercedes E-Class Cabrio. In the E250 CGI output increased from 204 to 230 h.p. in E350 CGI – from 292 to 310 h.p. in E250 CDI – from 204 h.p. to 232 h.p in E350 CDI – from 231 to 272 h.p. The cherry on the cake however is the modification in E500, the standard 5.5-liter engine is increased up to 6.1 liters and has received new cylinder heads, camshafts, catalysts and management software. The result of the improvements in the assembly of the E500 has achieved power 462 h.p. and a maximum torque of 615 Nm allowing the car to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h for 4.7 sec and to develop a speed of 300 km/h.
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Tags: cabrio, car tuning, CDI, CGI, E-Class, mercedes, Mercedes E-Class, Mercedes E-Class Cabrio, Mercedes E-Class Cabrio tuning, tuning
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Thursday, June 24th, 2010
The most anticipated premiere at the Leipzig Motor Show, which opens its doors to visitors on April 10, there is no doubt that the renewed Audi TT, which the German company has already spread official photos and information. During the facelift undergone both versions of the model – TT Coupe and TT Roadster, which received minor cosmetic changes as well as bumpers, lights, rear diffuser, center console and steering wheel and upgraded engines. The model has become a 20 mm. longer than its predecessor, the length is 4187 mm. It will now be available in addition to these colors and gray and Oolong Gray Dakota Gray, red and blue Volcano Red Scuba Blue. Just do TTS has received a completely new grille. For engines that are optimized in terms of energy efficiency, the most interesting is the new 2.0 TFSI, delivering power 211 h.p. and a maximum torque of 350 Nm. He will inherit this case, in which indicators were 200 h.p. and 281 Nm. Audi TT 2.0 TFSI accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h for 6.1 sec and a speed of 245 km/h, while average fuel consumption is just 6.6l/100km. This modification will be available with S-tronic gearbox with double clutch and drive Quattro, in which case the acceleration to 100 km/h for only 5.6 sec.
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Tags: Audi, Audi TT, facelift, luxury car, sport car, sports car, TT
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Sunday, June 20th, 2010
After years of waiting, fans of the Supercars in particular those of the Ferrari brand can now relax because the company has finally released official pictures and information about its fastest production model. Ferrari 599 GTO will debut at the international exhibition in Geneva. The car will be manufactured only 599 pieces, but the Italian company will not mention what is the price and when the first supplies are provided. Fastest Ferrari has 6.0-liter V12 engine that delivers power 670 h.p. and its maximum torque of 620 Nm achieved at 6 500 rev/min. The unit is combined with robotic transmission changed gears only 60 milliseconds. The combination of power, the gearbox and the low weight of just 1495 kg. Allows the Ferrari 599 GTO to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h for 3.35 sec and a top speed of 335 km/h. The company disclosed that the car makes a tour of the Fiorano track for 1min. and 24 sec, while better than the achievement of the model Enzo. Dimensions of a Ferrari 599 GTO is 4710 mm length, 1962 mm width and 1326 mm height and wheelbase is 2750 mm. Aerodynamic package does is similar to a racing Ferrari 599XX, but received additional openings in the hood, rear spoiler and diffuser. The Italians claim that these elements increase in pressing speed of 200 km/h targets with 144 kg.
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Tags: 599 GTO, Ferrari, Ferrari 599 GTO, luxury car, new car, sport car, sport cars, Supercars
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Tuesday, June 15th, 2010
One of the things Audi sets the most during the last ten years are definitely engines. The company constantly improves its units, seeking to increase their efficiency and to reduce their consumption of fuel. The sequential model in which the Germans introduced three new V6 engine has been upgraded Q7, furthermore, the car was new and had obtained 8-stage automatic gearbox of Audi, tossed fuel consumption by around 5%. The new 3.0 TDI diesel engine boasts a 20 kg. less weight than its predecessor, and its maximum power and torque are unchanged accordingly 240 h.p. and 550 Nm, but the latter is also available in 1 750 rev/min. It already Q7 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h for 7.9 sec and spends an average of 7.4l/100km. This engine will be a “Clean Diesel” version, matching the standard Euro6, but its torque is available in the range 2000-2 250 rev/min. These modifications 3.6 FSI and 4.2 FSI is replaced by a 3.0 FSI and the 3.0 TFSI, as in both versions is the aggregate 3.0-liter V6. The first is a power 272 h.p. and a maximum torque of 400 Nm., while the turbocharged version of these characteristics are increased respectively to 333 h.p. and 440 Nm in the range 2900-5 300 rev/min. Q7 3.0 FSI accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h for 7.9 sec and a top speed of 222 km/h in a 3.0 TFSI 6.9sek dynamic indicators. and 243 km/h.
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Tags: 8-stage transmition, Audi, Audi Q7, fuel consumption, Q7, SUV, V6 engines
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Friday, June 11th, 2010
By Audi revealed pictures and details of the long version of the new luxury sedan A8, which has received more richly equipment than its predecessor and is longer and wider than its direct competitors. The length of the Audi A8 L is 5267 mm. Which has a 130 mm more than the short version of the model. The height does is just 2mm more (1462 mm) while the width remained unchanged (1949 mm) and the wheelbase has increased to 3122 mm. Differences in appearance between the short and long rides take place in the new grille and exhaust system ends in the second. Quite normal major winners from the greater area are rear passengers, the model can be ordered as three seats in the rear, and only two. In the second case between the two chairs and a refrigerator multi-functional console from which even pop up a small table. In the version with two separate rear seats there is another interesting feature – the ability to front passenger seat moves forward and most of it falls to a special stand legs, allowing the passenger behind her to relax while traveling. The list of extras is quite long, with almost no junk which may not be available as an option.
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Tags: audi a8, Audi A8 L, limo, limosine, luxury car, predecessor
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Friday, June 4th, 2010
When you show truly unique vehicles produced in only one copy, usually associate them with the Middle East, and as today is no exception. A customer from Dubai who asked to remain anonymous, has ordered a German tuner Brabus exclusive Mercedes SL 65 AMG Black Series, which was created especially for him by car is called Vanish. Extreme machine is almost 20% more powerful than the serial model and has 800 horses under standard 670 h.p. This is achieved by larger turbocharger, new exhaust system and optimized transmission to withstand the load. The appearance of the Brabus Vanish has suffered many changes in comparison with serial SL 65 AMG Black Series, what was clear to the client, having changed only the front cover. The unique vehicle has also received a sports brakes and the interior is dressed with high quality leather, embroidered with red thread, and the center console plate is proof that Vanish is unique. The tuning of Brabus is really amazing, showing beauty, aggressive style and amazing design.
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Tags: Black Series, Brabus, Brabus Vanish, Mercede, Mercedes SL 65 AMG, s SL 65 AMG, Vanish
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Tuesday, June 1st, 2010
Hennessey presented his next exotic creature bearing the name Venom GT, which is the most powerful car in the history of the American company. The output will be produced only 10 units, 4 are already reserved. For donor Venom GT is used Lotus Elise, but the heart of the machine is further elaborated version of the 6.2-liter V8 engine of the Corvette ZR1. After the improvements in the unit, its power increased from 725 to objectives 1200k.s., but Hennessey and offer a version with 1000 h.p. To achieve such performance, American specialists have used larger turbochargers and are touched by serious electronics, but for smooth power deal with extreme care six-speed manual transmission with brand Ricardo. Hennessey Venom GT also has a fully adjustable suspension and active rear wing, which is positioned according to speed. Still no official information about the dynamic qualities of the model, but some issues with a version 200 h.p. may develop targets 440 km/h and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h for 2.4 sec which, if true, means the car is the fastest in the world.
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Tags: Hennessey, Lotus, Lotus Elise, super-car, Venom GT
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