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Thursday, March 31, 2011
Audi celebrates A4's five-millionth birth
The Audi A4 is roomy for its class and efficiency. It's no wonder that Audi has managed produce its five-millionth A4 at its Ingolstadt plant, in Misano Red. The model comes as a wagon or sedan, plus available Quattro all-wheel-drive, an S variant and a CUV-ish Allroad model that isn't sold in the States. Frank Dreves, Member of the Board of Management at Audi, calls A4 number five million as another major milestone in Audi's history.
Mercedes-Benz CL500 Coupe in hands of VATH
The Mercedes-Benz CL500 coupe is the latest car to be dropped in the German tuning firm VÄTH. This company squeezes more power out of the 5.5-liter V8 engine using the sport camshafts, custom stainless steel sport catalysts and air filters. Output is lifted from 388HP to 460HP and 600Nm, while VÄTH also removes the speed limiter allowing the modified CL500 to reach a top speed of 290km/h or 180mph.
Toyota Yaris plant to be closed another month
Production issues in Japan continues for the past 3 weeks after the earthquake and tsunami devastated the island nation. Major Japanese automakers have stopped plant start-up times and Toyota is no different. The automaker said that they were looking into supply issues, adding "depending on vehicle type, there may be a significant impact on our production capabilities."
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Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Porsche Panamera Turbo S to debut
A report was received yesterday stating that a Panamera Turbo S could be in the works and would debut at the New York Auto Show. Porsche has released the first details about its new Panamera Turbo S.
The Turbo S gets a power increase up to 550 horsepower, 50 more than the standard Turbo model. Torque is also up, 553 lb-ft compared to 516 lb-ft. Porsche says that the Panamera Turbo S is capable of reaching 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds as well as a top speed of 190 mph. This car will be available at a price of $173,200.
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Tuesday, March 29, 2011
2011 Hyundai Genesis Sedan
Automakers have been striving hard to manufacture luxury segments into finer slices for generations. Territory that are once owned by Mercury, Buick and Oldsmobile is now being used by brands like Acura to Infiniti. Due to these new comers, buyers can still plant their derrières on supple leather thrones without having to sell the family farm in the process.
Three years ago, Hyundai introduced the Genesis Sedan which was intended to prove that the Korean automaker wouldn't have the burden of launching a separate dedicated luxury brand. All were impressed with the big Hyundai when it it was introduced three years ago in 2009, but domestic automakers like Buick and Chrysler have since sharpened their game in a big way. We were interested to find out how the vehicle's first generation has held up before second one arrives as a 2012 model.
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Volkswagen recalled 71,043 Jetta models
Volkswagen has recalled 71,043 Jetta sedans for a wiring problem with the horn and anti-theft alarm system. The automaker already had wiring and electronics problems in its vehicles. No accidents or injuries have occurred due to this defect. Customers would be provided information about corrective measures and anticipated repair time – something that the automaker has not yet released. Affected cars were built between March 2010 and March 2011.
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Friday, March 25, 2011
Volvo's C30 Electric
Volvo is planning to release around 400 Volvo C30 Electrics. Lennart Stegland, the president of Volvo Car Special Vehicles said that, while the final price for the car hasn't been set, Volvo will not sell the EV, but instead offer the car through a three-year lease for around 1,500 Euros/month.Also Visit: crazy cars | lady gaga colombia | weight loss getaways | auto transport |
Honda cbr250r 2011
Honda unvieled all new 2011 Honda CBR250R, and should be in India in April 2011. According to sources, to be produced in India and Thailand. Thank you for the location of the parties, CBR250R Honda expected price is around Rs. 1.50 lakhs is the ABS version and around Rs. 1.70 lakhs for the ABS version. Honda CBR250R is the first 250cc motorcycle segment characteristics, combined with ABS to prevent wheel lock under braking or in adverse conditions.
Honda cbr250r specification
Sales name CBR250R
Model type Honda MC41
Overall length × Overall width × Overall height (m) 2.035 × 0.720 × 1.125
Wheelbase (m) 1.370
Ground clearance (m) 0.145
Seat height (m) 0.780
Curb weight (kg) 161 (STD) 165 (ABS)
Riding capacity (No. of people) 2
Minimum turning radius (m) 2.5
Engine type CS250RE, liquid-cooled 4-stroke DOHC single cylinder
Displacement (cm³) 249
Bore × Stroke (mm) 76.0 × 55.0
Compression ratio 10.7
Fuel supply system Programmed fuel injection system (PGM-FI)
Starter type Self-starter
Ignition type Full-transistor battery ignition
Lubricating type Wet sump
Fuel tank capacity (L) 13
Clutch type Wet multiplate with coil springs
Transmission type Constant mesh 6-speed return
Transmission gear ratio 1-speed 3.333
2-speed 2.118
3-speed 1.571
4-speed 1.304
5-speed 1.115
6-speed 0.963
Reduction gear ratio (primary, secondary) 2.808 / 2.714
Caster angle/Trail (mm) 25º00´/ 95
Tire size Front 110/70-17M/C
Rear 140/70-17M/C
Brake type Front Hydraulic disk
Rear Hydraulic disk
Suspension type Front Telescopic
Rear Swing arm (Pro-link suspension system)
Frame type Diamond
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
ABS 2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R - USA Specifications
MSRP: $ 14,799 USD
Engine: Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valves per cylinder, inline-four
Displacement: 998cc
Bore x stroke: 76.0 x 55.0mm
Compression ratio: 13.0:1
Fuel system: DFI® with four 47mm Keihin throttle bodies with oval sub-throttles, two injectors per cylinder
Ignition: TCBI with digital advance and Sport-Kawasaki Traction Control (S-KTRC)
Transmission: Six-speed
Final drive: Chain
Rake / trail: 25.0 degrees / 4.33 in.
Front tire: 120/70 ZR17
Rear tire: 190/55 ZR17
Wheelbase: 56.1 in.
Front suspension / wheel travel: 43mm inverted Big Piston Fork (BPF) with DLC coating, adjustable rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability / 4.7 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel: Horizontal Back-link with gas-charged shock and top-out spring, stepless, dual-range (low-/high-speed) compression damping, stepless rebound damping, fully adjustable spring preload / 4.9 in.
Front brakes: Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Braking (KIBS), dual semi-floating 310mm petal discs with dual four-piston radial-mount calipers
Rear brakes: KIBS-controlled, single 220mm petal disc with aluminum single-piston caliper
Overall length: 81.7 in.
Overall width: 28.2 in.
Overall height: 43.9 in.
Seat height: 32.0 in.
Curb weight: TBD lbs.
Fuel capacity: 4.5 gal.
Color choices: Lime Green / Ebony, Ebony / Flat Ebony
Warranty: 12 Months
New Kawasaki Z750R - 2010-2011
New Kawasaki Z750R is 2010-2011. Kawasaki Z750R as sportier look than its predecessor. Other "R" on the back line with changes in brakes and exhaust. The machine itself is not affected. Another part is a key to increase the comfort, is part of the chassis, front forks are fully adjustable shocks and a new rear swingarm, aluminum, radial front brakes with braided stainless steel hose (braided). In addition, ABS is also optional.
To give the impression of a fresh appearance, also carried a touch of design on the front bumper, indicators, and the back foot. Controlled position also established for the pilot gets more comfortable when activated. Unfortunately, Kawasaki did not mean the price. Just add that there are specific colors with a limited number. "Z750R is an impressive package. Customized braking control and stability. Moreover, also introduced its exclusive status.
Beefy brakes: 2011 Kawasaki Z750R is equipped with four-piston radial-mount brakes and 300mm rotors. ABS is optional.
The engine remains the same reliable and tractable, liquid-cooled, dohc, 16-valve, 748cc Four fed by 32mm Keihin throttle bodies. Power claims are 106 hp at 10,500 rpm with 57.8 ft.-lb. peak torque at 8300 rpm.
That engine is harnessed by the Z750 chassis, unchanged in geometry or structure, but with better brakes, suspension and rolling gear. The inverted 41mm fork, inherited from the 2009 Z1000, is adjustable for spring preload and rebound damping. The swingarm is new, fabricated from cast and stamped aluminum elements and actuating a piggyback-style shock, which is also adjustable for preload and rebound.
The entire braking system has been upgraded. Up front, 300mm rotors are teamed with four-piston radial-mount calipers. The rear rotor is sized down to 250mm and the caliper is a floating single-piston unit. All rotors are thicker, up from 4.5mm to 6.0, and have a daisy-style design. Brake lines are steel-braided, and ABS is available.
Styling is sharper, with a new bikini fairing and updated instrumentation. The front fender and the massive, Z1000-like muffler are also new. Options include an Akrapovic exhaust, a suede-trimmed sport seat, a spoiler and imitation carbon-fiber add-ons. Two-tone or matte-black paint schemes contribute to the edgy new look, making the Z750R a very desirable naked bike.
Kawasaki Z750 2011 UK Specifications
| Engine type | Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke In-Line 4 |
| Displacement | 748 cm3 |
| Bore x stroke | 68.4 x 50.9 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.3:1 |
| Valve/Induction system | DOHC, 16 valves |
| Maximum power | 77.7 kW {106 PS} / 10,500 rpm |
| Maximum torque | 78 N·m {8.0 kgf·m} / 8,300 rpm |
| Fuel system | Fuel injection: ø 32 mm x 4 (Keihin) with oval sub-throttles |
| Ignition | Digital |
| Starting | Electric |
| Lubrication | Forced lubrication, wet sump |
| Transmission | 6-speed, return |
| Final Drive | Sealed chain |
| Primary reduction ratio | 1.714 (84/49) |
| Gear ratios: 1st | 2.571 (36/14) |
| Gear ratios: 2nd | 1.941 (33/17) |
| Gear ratios: 3rd | 1.556 (28/18) |
| Gear ratios: 4th | 1.333 (28/21) |
| Gear ratios: 5th | 1.200 (24/20) |
| Gear ratios: 6th | 1.095 (23/21) |
| Final reduction ratio | 2.867 (43/15) |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual |
| Frame type | Tubular backbone (with engine sub-frame), high-tensile steel |
| Rake/Trail | 24.5° / 103 mm |
| Suspension, front | 41 mm inverted fork with rebound damping |
| and spring preload adjustability | |
| Suspension, rear | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock |
| Stepless 7-way | |
| Wheel travel, front | 120 mm |
| Wheel travel, rear | 125 mm |
| Tyre, front | 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W) |
| Tyre, rear | 180/55 ZR17M/C (73W) |
| Brakes, front | Dual semi-floating 300 mm petal discs |
| Dual twin-piston | |
| Brakes, rear | Single 250 mm petal disc |
| Single-piston | |
| Steering angle, left / right | 31° / 31° |
| Wheelbase | 1,440 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 155 mm |
| Seat height | 815 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18.5 litres |
| Curb Mass | 226 kg / 230 kg (ABS) |
| Automatic Headlights On (AHO) | n/a |
| Complies to EU emission limit | EURO 3 |
| ** - Now measured as a wet weight including intallation of battery. | |
some some stuff that may not see the light of day....
As i was in my office looking at my work on the walls.....i noticed some fun concepts that i spent a good amount of time on, that most likely will never see the light of day....so i thought i at least share some of the whackniess that i got to create.
Thursday, March 24, 2011
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