Although models of Ferrari in no case can be called ecological or economical, the Italian manufacturer of sports cars will also endeavor to protect the environment. At the beginning of the year by Ferrari announced that foto-voltanic system installed at the factory in Maranello, which is emitted from the factory reduce CO2 emissions by 25 – 30% for 2009. But last week’s edition Quattroruote disseminate information that the company prepare and hybrid model. According to the Italian magazine, the vehicle will be based on the 599 GTB Fiorano and will debut at the exhibition in Geneva in March. It was clear that the hybrid model will be equipped with the familiar to us by car in a Formula1 system kinetic energy recovery (KERS). The system will consist of an electric motor and lithium-ion batteries located at the rear of the car, as preliminary data on fuel consumption it will be reduced by about 35%. Hybrid will be equipped with a system for regenerating energy from the brakes.
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The Italian sports car manufacturer Ferrari introduced specifically designed for client model, which is called P540 Superfast Aperta. The car is based on the 599 GTB Fiorano, is designed by Pininfarina and is assembled in Maranello. The proud owner of a unique vehicle says Edward Lawson, the son of the inventor of the cable, John Lawson. The idea for the birth of modern vehicle is from a film called “Toby Dammit”, who participated in the golden Ferrari 250GT NART Spyder from 1968. From initial sketches to fully complete the Ferrari P540 Superfast Aperta have passed 14 months. According to the Italians, they put a lot of work to reinforce the chassis, since the roof was cut, but the weight is increased by only 20 kilograms. Thanks to the use of composite materials. Ferrari P540 Superfast Aperta standard rely on the 6.0-liter V12 engine 599 GTB Fiorano, which is a power 620 h.p. at 7 600 rev/min. but its maximum torque of 608 Nm achieved. at 5 600 rev/min. Ferrari make no mention of whether the modifications have led to a change in the dynamic characteristics of the cars or they have remained the same as in the 599 GTB Fiorano (acceleration from 0-100 km/h for only 3.7 sec and a maximum speed of 230 kilometers per hour).
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Like it was yesterday the time when the Ferrari 612 Scaglietti appears, but it has been five years – and it’s time to change the typical, traditional mid-life cycle of a model. So far, developments will be mostly around the front of the car – the focus will be on a sharp and modern lines. However, you can expect, and possibly more environmentally friendly drive system. And while previously allegedly working on a facelift of the model, the perceived “test mule” indicates something different. Indeed, key features such as extended hood, new details on the hood and new exhausts formation suggest that the video model is much more than just a facelift. It is believed that the new model Ferrari will appear until 2011, but before that can be presented and possible variant of V12 unit. The new engine should reduce CO2 emissions by 40% compared with current version, which will help to achieve domestic objectives Ferrari – reducing the total CO2 emissions by 40% by 2012. If the message proves to be true, then the new Scaglietti should return fuel consumption of 12.3 l/100 km. In this model, the cost is estimated at 20.5 l/100 km. Otherwise you can expect bigger and aggressive air intakes, as well as details around the front grille borrowed from the style of California.
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Founded in 1919. engineering and design firm Zagato has worked in the past with most Italian brands, including Ferrari. On the occasion of its 90 anniversary, the company has created a special model, namely, in cooperation with the Maranello-based manufacturer of sports cars. Within the new joint project between the two companies, Ferrari found 5 copies of the model 550 Barchetta, produced in the period 1996-2001. And have them available to the Zagato, as they have previously removed all “unnecessary” elements. Design Studio is a development called the Ferrari 550 GTZ, as yet no mention of what are its technical characteristics and dynamic performance. Note that the standard Ferrari 550 Barchetta has a 5.5-liter V12 engine with a power 492 h.p., allowing the car to accelerate from 0-100 km/h for 4.2 sec and develop 320 kilometers per hour
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The life cycle of the Ferrari F430 is coming to an end, and soon will start sales of its successor, 458 Italia, so that by Novitec Rosso decided to honor his last model tuning based version of the 430 Scuderia. Italian tuners are able to increase the power of the 4.3-liter V8 engine of 510 targets 747 h.p. from where comes the name of the car Edizione 747. Maximum torque is increased to even 738 h.p. at 6 300 rev/min. The result of the additional 237 h.p. is just shocking. Acceleration from 0-100 km/h for only 3.4sec, 0-200 kilometers per hour for only 9.4 sec and 0-300 kilometers per hour for 22.9 sec and the maximum speed that can develop whole machine is 351 kilometers per hour. To acquire 747 Edizione possible exclusive appearance by Novitec Rosso have chosen a unique combination of yellow and gray on matte exterior.
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The German company JB Car Design specializes in creating exclusive supercar adjustments to as the portfolio and present models of Lamborghini, Ferrari, Porsche and other brands. The latest creation of JB Car Design is based on the Lamborghini Murcielago LP640. It is called LP640 JB-R, and is distinguished by a unique color of the cabin, which is not offered by any other company in the world for this model. The car has received a new aerodynamic package consisting of front bumper with integrated LED lights and more lip, side skirts, rear bumper with integrated diffuser massive and tailgate spoiler. Changes in the external appearance of the car include a 20-inch wheels Schmidt. Engineers JB Car Design are equipped Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 with a sports exhaust system are able to set the volume, according to clients’ preferences. The car is a completely flat bottom, as it is improved aerodynamics and stability. The standard V12 engine has also undergone some improvements, led to an increase of his power on two levels. Power Level I when it increased from 640 by 714 h.p., where Power Level II reaches 750 h.p.
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Lately from all over the world come proposals for electric cars and not only from reputable companies. Some series models equipped with electric motors, all other new developments make a German company e-Wolfe has been transformed in the supercar Ferrari Enzo Electric. The so-called e-2 is a one-seated vehicle equipped with four motor whose total output is 400kW (536 h.p.) and the maximum torque reached 1 000Nm. Due to their low weight (less than 900 kilograms.), Which is achieved through the use of composite materials like carbon fiber and fiberglass, e-Wolfe e-2 will have impressive driving performance when launched in 2011, Unfortunately the top speed is electronically will limit 250 kilometers per hour.
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To start again interest in the Dodge Viper, then the model must be granted a new generation, which however is needed and powerful new engine to replace the already old 10-cylinder. For the realization of such a project, however, are quite necessary resources and time, but the decision may be hiding in a few months ago signed an agreement between Fiat and Chrysler, according to which Italians have shares of U.S. concern. The CEO of Fiat Group Sergio Marchione said that would not mind if Chrysler decides to create a new generation of the Dodge Viper, for it to be used by drivers of a Ferrari or Maserati. If Americans decide to take this step, then their ability to choose between 4.3-liter V8 of the Ferrari California (460 h.pСледващото поколение на Dodge Viper може да е с двигател на Ferrari.) and 4.7-liter V8 of the Maserati Quattroporte S and GranTurismo S (440 h.p.).
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After a long wait and numerous spy photos, Ferrari has finally spread first official photos and information about the heir to the F430, which has received the designation 458 Italia, but not as expected F450. The new super-car of Italians are embedding the latest technology and believe that because of this it will become the undisputed leader in this class. The design of the 458 Italia, as well as all other models of the company, was the work of Pininfarina, as they are tuning the aerodynamics in a tunnel, which tested a Ferrari for a bolid Formula1. In designing the vehicle suspension Ferrari engineers have applied the experience gained from the F430 Scuderia. In its development have been involved Michael Schumacher and experts from the company Alcoa, which has built a new factory close to that of Ferrari, namely to produce aluminum in the chassis for this and other models of luxury brand.
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The convertible version of the recently retired leaving Ferrari F430 obtain discrete tuning by Inden Design. Changes in appearance of the car include a new front spoiler, side valves and reversing carbon Venturis. The aggregates of Ferrari F430 Spider, which is a 4.3-liter V8 has been further 35 h.p., which increased its capacity to 525 h.p. This is achieved by modifying the software management engine and new exhaust system of stainless steel. The tuning specialists have replaced the suspension of the Ferrari F430 Spider, a new opportunity to set at the driver and wheels are 20-inch, dressed in a low-resistance tires in size 235/30 R20 front and 325/25 R20 rear. By Inden Design has not yet reported how the dynamic performance of their tuned Ferrari F430 Spider, but argued that it could develop 300 kilometers / h, thanks to improved aerodynamics, ensuring stability of the vehicle at such speed.
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