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Hyundai Genesis PM580

Viliyana Filipova — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 19:42:29 +0000

In the world of motor racing “Unlimited” means “anything can. Unlike the other tracks (NASCAR, Indy Car, F1, etc.) Pikes Peak International Hill Climb Unlimited Class gives participants the right to create all kinds of cars with which to conquer the mountain without limitation, for tires, weight or power. With this in mind, Rhys Millen Racing produces new car in Le Mans style weighing 840 kg. Driven by the 4.1-liter V6 engine with supercharged Hyundai Lambda. According to the team to gain a competitive power / weight ratio engine should provide 675 h.p. Initial tests show that the unit is capable of 750 hp. The car has a streamlined body made of carbon fiber and active rear wing. It contributes to reduce drag on the straights and increase stability in cornering and braking. In other types of events active wings are prohibited. “We do this car,” said Milan. “It will have aerodynamic bodywork, traction tires Toyo Proxy and the power and durability of engine Hyundai. Just this kit I need to improve my record. ” Hyundai Genesis PM580 will use an active center differential that can transmit from 10 to 100 percent of torque to the front wheels. This is important because the race route passes to the land of asphalt pavement and back several times and so Genesis PM580 will be able to adapt to the characteristics of long distance 12.42 miles.
This car is ideal for mixed surfaces of Pikes Peak, while most other cars do not run equally well on asphalt and land.

Venom GT is the newest tuning of Hennessey

Viliyana Filipova — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 11:56:04 +0000

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.
If this was not enough for you, just have a look over the photos of this beast.

Koenigsegg presented new super-car

Viliyana Filipova — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 05:06:13 +0000

As we all know very soon will open the exhibition this year in Geneva, which car manufacturer will present their new models, but none of them can not be compared with those who are prepared Koenigsegg. Swedes will show the audience his new car Agera, whose 4.7-liter engine offers impressive 910 h.p. and 1 100 Nm. The unit is combined with a sequential transmission, and the weight of the car is 1290 kg. The combination of three ensures acceleration from 0-100 km/h for 3.1 sec and crossing the border of 390 km/h. Koenigsegg Agera chassis uses revised model CCX, but has almost identical dimensions and same shape as him. The differences boil down to optimized aerodynamics and changed shape of lights that are LED lights. The interior of the new supercar, however, differs radically from that of CCX. The driver already has a digital panel with multifunction display, which according to the settings can visualize different information. The center console does have a large LCD display with touch controls, which is controlled by the operation of all systems.
Although Agera will be presented in Geneva by the Koenigsegg revealed that have not yet completed work on the car, such tests will continue for another six months. It is not known the price of the model, but it will probably be lower than that of CCX (1 million) because it will produce between 15 and 20 units a year.

The deputy of Pagani Zonda is coming

Viliyana Filipova — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 03:55:01 +0000

The founder and current chief of Pagani, Horacio Pagani has revealed information about the company’s new model, which will replace the current Zonda. Argentinian designer of origin said that the vehicle will bear the name C9 and will appear in Europe at the end of 2010th, as it will be manufactured at 40 copies a year with an expected price of around 900 000. Pagani also revealed that the receiver of the Zonda will be completely new car in terms of concept, the mass distribution of axes used materials and dynamic characteristics. Pagani C9 will receive 3 770 new parts, compared with its predecessor, including titanium, carbon fiber chassis, designed specifically for the model Pirelli tires and electronics company Bosch. Pagani Zonda’s deputy will be equipped with a 6.0-liter V12 engine AMG, with a power 700 h.p. and have maximum torque 1 000 Nm., according to Horacio Pagani car will meet the applicable standards of safety and ecology in California, which are among the toughest in the United States.
Note that the Pagani Zonda is scheduled to end in September, but according to some publications have received additional orders for the model, which can extend its life cycle. Individual experts even argue that the super-car likely to produce another three years.

Japanese snapped up all Lexus LFA

Viliyana Filipova — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 10:51:24 +0000

Only three months after the official debut of the Lexus LFA, residents of Japan have a pre-order for all 165 copies for the home of the supercar. This was despite the extremely high cost of Lexus LFA, which is available in the Land of the rising sun against the sum of 37.5 million yen (about 410 thousand dollars). However, it is largely due to the fact that the model will be manufactured only 500 pieces worldwide. Originally from Lexus were announced that will collect all requests for LFA, and then will decide which customers to sell copies, but it is unclear whether they still adhere to this plan. In addition, Japanese cars will offer only a two-year lease, which aim to prevent the resale of vehicles by speculators. We remind you that Lexus LFA is equipped with 4.8-liter, V10 engine with a power 560 h.p. in 8 700 rev/min. and a maximum torque of 480 Nm at 6 800 rev/min. The car accelerates from 0-100 km/h for 3.7 sec and can develop over 350 kilometers per hour, but for security reasons, its maximum speed is limited to 325 kilometers per hour.
The car was attractive and requests for it were too much more than the launched units.

Gemballa with great tuning of Ferrari Enzo

Viliyana Filipova — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 05:07:26 +0000

The tuning company Gemballa is popular with excellent adjustments to cars Porsche, so far as she was working on another brand, but apparently the Germans are willing to retrain temporarily, when it comes to customers in Dubai. The specialists from Gemballa made their version of the supercar Ferrari Enzo, which is called MIG-U1. Information is disseminated by the luxury car dealership Ilyas and Mustafa Galadari Group in Dubai. Currently there are no known absolutely no technical data on the car, they will be announced immediately after the presentation of the model at a special ceremony in Dubai, which will be invited to pre-selected guests only. MIG-U1 is in white color Championship White, and its interior is a combination of red leather and black Alcantara.
From the press release shows that the car has also received a new exhaust system and integrated bodikit, which included a massive spoiler.

Honda Acura NSX

Viliyana Filipova — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:37:02 +0000

All said that deputy Honda NSX will be a special car. He will be on sale in the second half of next year. The new super car will be Honda rival Nissan GT-R will be equipped with at least as high-tech systems like him. The aim, however, will be even higher – to compete and big names like Ferrari F430, Aston Martin V8 Vantage and Porsche 911 GT3. While the current model has a power of 280 hp V6 engine and 3.0 liters in volume, the alternate will be V10 and volume of 5.5 liters, and will offer maximum power 560 hp The new powerful engine will be combined with semi-automatic gearbox with six gears, which will be able to switch from the steering wheel. As a result of new engine and new gearbox, the vehicle will accelerate from standstill to 100 km / h in less than 4 seconds. Its maximum speed is 320 km / hour. The system of Honda called Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) car promises to be extremely driving. The Honda dash kits of the model got year ago and were much loved by young and older guys. The latest innovation in Honda management was producing of dash trim kits and get the public opinion before launching the model. The picture is complemented by a perfect (as defined by the manufacturer) brake system, able to easily hold the powerful car.
The two-seater will be quite luxurious, with leather seats and all the extras. The price of future Honda Acura NSX meets all of this and will start from around 120 000.

Zenvo ST1

Viliyana Filipova — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:33:52 +0000

About a year ago the company showed its super-car Zenvo ST1, whose development was started back in 2004th. Danes yesterday revealed more details about the model, it is already clear that it will be produced only 15 units and the price of each of them is 850 000. Although Zenvo ST1 is extremely expensive and boasts enviable sporting qualities, according to its creators, he very well may be used for daily driving. Assembly of each specimen will be done manually, most parts will be produced by Danish companies. Zenvo ST1 is driven by a 7.0-liter V8 engine of the Corvette Z06, which is combined with six-speed manual transmission and has received a lot of improvements that have led to an increase in its power to 1 104 h.p. and increase its maximum torque of 1 429 Nm. Due to the immense power and relatively low weight of 1 376кг., The super-car is fired from 0-100 km/h less than 3 sec. Zenvo ST1 can certainly pass the limit of 400 kilometers per hour, but for security reasons, the Danes have put an electronic limiter to 373 kilometers per hour. Zenvo ST1 can move with both petrol and with bio-ethanol E85 and for the convenience of our residents are provided satellite navigation, multimedia system, air conditioning and other extras.
Wheels with 7-spoke design, the size of the front is 19 inches and the rear – 20 inches.

Lexus LFA

Viliyana Filipova — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:01:10 +0000

The star of the Tokyo Motor Show, which opens its doors to visitors on 24th, will undoubtedly be the new supercar to the Lexus. Although the initial concept was called the LF-A, the Japanese have decided to simplify the name of the serial model, eliminating the hyphen. Lexus LFA has a 4.8-liter V10 engine, whose power is 560 h.p. in 8 700 rev/min. but its maximum torque of 480Nm achieved. at 6 800 rev/min. Drive is transmitted to the rear wheels via a six-speed robotized transmission. The driver will have to choose between four modes of driving, depending on their preferences, while the most extreme car accelerates from 0-100 km/h for 3.7 sec. Maximum speed of the vehicle the sport has a limit of 325 kilometers per hour, but in some editions, if it is removed, reaching 350 kilometers per hour is guaranteed. Dimensions of the Lexus LFA are 4 505 mm in length, 1 895 mm in width and 1 220 mm in height and the distance between the two axes is 2 605 mm. The weight of the car is only 1 480 kg. As it was achieved thanks to the numerous lightweight components, such as bodywork, which is made of 65% of carbon.
Of course every supercar should offer excellent security for driver and passengers. Therefore, from the Lexus LFA are equipped with the latest generation of high-tech suspension and a host of active safety systems. To stop caring mechanisms carbon-ceramic Brembo, which are 4-stroke thickness 4-stroke front and rear wheels are a 20-inch BBS. Since Lexus already begun to accept applications for the LFA, but only 500 lucky winners will be able to gain unique vehicle. In the spring of 2010th of the company will communicate the names of future owners of the supercar, the first of them will get their copies in December of that year. The price of the Lexus LFA is 375 000 USD. It also became clear that in 2012 Lexus will release two special versions of the LFA, which will feature unique colors and extras, but they did not mention any details.

Lotus Exige Scura

Viliyana Filipova — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 03:07:52 +0000

Lotus have prepared a special version of the Exige, which will debut at the upcoming international exhibition in Tokyo. The car is called Scura and features a matte black compartment and lines in black metallic, passing along its entire length, and behind the two doors. Lotus Exige Scura has received additional oral and front air vents on the hood, modified air-boarders side, a new rear diffuser, massive tailgate spoiler and lightweight wheels in matte black, with high-performance tires wearing Yokohama A048 LTS. The interior of the Exige Scura also calibrated in dark colors, but here they are combined with a light, gear shift and decorations on the steering wheel, dashboard and doors. Center console and seats of cars are made of carbon, the latter are covered with suede. The black coupe rely on 1.8-liter engine for Toyota, whose power is 260 h.p. at 8 000 rev/min. but its maximum torque of 236 Nm achieved at 6 000 rev/min. Drive is transmitted to the rear wheels via six-speed manual transmission. Exige Scura weight is 22 kilograms. lower than the standard model, thanks to those used for the manufacture of certain parts of lightweight materials. The company claims the car accelerates from 0-100 km/h for 4.1 sec, 0-200 kilometers per hour for 9.9 sec and a top speed of 245 kilometers per hour At the same time, average fuel consumption is 8.5l/100km and emitted CO2 emissions – 199gr/km.
From Lotus Exige Scura will be produced only 35 pieces worldwide, with orders for him will be adopted by October 21. The car will be available in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Thailand, Taiwan, Hong Kong, South Korea, Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia, while its price in Germany will be 60 000.