Koenigsegg CCXR Edition [Reviews]

The Koenigsegg Edition has been created to break records in the traditional way Koenigsegg. The purpose of the Koenigsegg CCXR Edition is to offer superior performance - on the track straight and the roads - and do it with style and comfort.

According to our comparative studies, can not match supercar Koenigsegg CCXR Edition in terms of power-weight, aerodynamic balance, supports and chassis rigidity. At the same time, the publication maintains the Koenigsegg CCX fantastic management and its ability to absorb uneven surfaces like no other sports car road.

Both models are equipped with a remapped, 4.8 liter supercharged Koenigsegg two engines, and were followed developed by the inclusion of modified shock absorbers, stiffer springs and stabilizer bars, shock absorbers and low chassis reset.

Downforce has been strengthened by the addition of an optimized rear spoiler, front fenders, a front splitter and Nolde, which are designed to offer support wherever possible. In general, the Koenigsegg CCXR Edition produces over 350 kg of support to 250 km / h. The aerodynamics have been verified and optimized for both CFD and live testing by Koenigsegg test track in Sweden and in different areas of Europe.

The clean, Scandinavian design is highlighted by lacquered clear that reveals the courage, beauty linear construction of carbon fiber. Each section of carbon fiber body has been carefully matched and set inside a bespoke suit, creating an astonishing effect Pinstripe. The process is time that it takes almost twice as long to create the body visible clear-coated carbon compared to the normal body painted CCX carbon.

The exquisite leather interior, anodized aluminum trim Chronocluster Koenigsegg specially redesigned center console and are combined with the forged aluminum wheels uniquely designed to confirm the exclusive status of the issue. Standing beside the car, which would be forgiven for thinking that is underway - this is the dynamic presence of this marvel of impressive vehicle. Appearances can be further improved by adding secondary colors of choice for the front splitter, side tabs and the diffuser, with a choice of dark silver, dark red and pearl white.

Koenigsegg CCXR Edition is coming with free choice of Michelin Cup tires, and a unique set of wheels designed to optimize the size and characteristics. These tires prior art to reduce the braking distance, to deliver quicker acceleration from the stop and the G-force curve in dry conditions.

The Koenigsegg CCX Edition runs on regular gasoline and producing 888 hp, while the Koenigsegg CCXR Edition car was changed bioflexfuel, and can run on E85, E100, regular gasoline 98 octane ( Europe) or a mixture of all three. When running on gasoline, the engine produces 888 hp, but the higher octane of E85, a higher compression, boost pressure and ignition timing Increased as possible, allowing the engine to deliver an amazing 1018 horsepower.

For the first time we are able to offer an alternative to the paddle-shift auto Edition. In fact, all the manuals Koenigsegg cars can now change the paddle-shift option, then on the client. Production cars strictly limited: only 14 Koenigsegg CCXR Koenigsegg CCX Edition and Edition 6 is done.

Nissan Tiida (2012) [Reviews]

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., previewed a new sedan model year 2011 cars in Shanghai. This new model will be a new generation of Nissan Tiida in China.

The Nissan Tiida hatchback, introduced in China in 2005 by Dongfeng Nissan, is a pioneer in the compact sedan market in China, selling 85,000 units in 2010. Sold worldwide in 165 countries, the Nissan Tiida is the best-selling model in the current range of Nissan products.

The all-new Nissan Tiida is aimed at young families who appreciate the quality of life. Points of call such as "high-end style and agile," "first class comfort" and "Pure Drive's revolutionary powertrain, the new model continues to be a model of market-leading compact sedan in China. Nissan will also be the first Japanese automaker to introduce a turbo engine in the Chinese market with the introduction of the new series of turbo Tiida.

Based on "Fluid & Lively a keyword, provides a new Nissan Tiida, a new high-end look with a smooth, streamlined body side, balanced proportions and sophisticated exterior design parts such as grilles and lights with details refined. To further improve its spacious interior, which was well received in length of the wheelbase of the previous generation sedan Tiida has increased from 100 mm to provide knee space best-in-class rear. With the increased length and width of the mirrors in the shape of the windshield and optimally for ease of use, visibility contribute significantly to stress-free driving.

Inside was developed using a second key word - ". Calm & processed" This is a beautiful decoration to take the driver and passengers, an elegant tool and craftsmanship, a floating center stack to the cluster, and the wide, super-soft arms, the car offers a tax, which offers a comfortable ride feel.

Ride comfort is made from soft, comfortable seat with low vibration that takes less fatigue while driving.

It installs a reliable, easy to use, low fuel consumption HR16DE Nissan Motor that was used in a number of Nissan vehicles. In addition, a wide range of Pure Drive low emission technologies have also been added as the latest dual injectors combustion efficiency provides more finely by the splash of fuel and Xtronic CVT transmission with an attendant. Some models of the Nissan Tiida new stage of fully strict fuel efficiency third in China (draft issued in November 2009).

This new model, which will be produced at Dongfeng Nissan Huadu plant in Guangzhou, will be released in late May 2011. Followed by entry into China, which will be launched in approximately 130 countries around the world in 2014.

Fully Charged YASA motors episode 23 [video]

In this episode of Fullycharged Robert Llewellyn makes a quick visit to the YASA motor works to see their developments in electric motor design and construction.

Bentley Continental Flying Spur Series 51 (2012) [Reviews]

Bentley Series 51 is the most popular design. This allows customers and Continental Flying Spur and Flying Spur Speed ​​subscribe to the "off the peg" from a wide range of innovative and good combinations of colors and created by engineers to cut the seat of Bentley in Crewe, England, as Dirk van Braeckel, Bentley's Director of Planning comments:

"Series 51 design is inspired by the life style of the opening of Bentley Crewe Department established a talent, John Blatchley, who shaped the original and iconic 1950 Bentley Continental. Today, it offers a subscription service almost customized, many thousands of configurations Bentley available in the range of color and the cut. "

First offered in the Continental GT and GTC in 2009, the color of Bentley and the team has now created than14 cut at least unique scenery for 51 Continental Flying Spur and Flying Spur Speed, which allows customers customize their cars to their personal tastes June Melinda Jenkins, color and trim manager, says:

"Each set of 51 Flying Spur is instantly recognizable - especially in the body - in which the color and cut, the team created a wide range of three interior colors to show the full potential of the company's extensive color palette."

51 for the series develops, manages the team to a Bentley-style "rule of three" approach to creating complex, but to harmonize the colors of the depth and beauty, inspired by simple choice of a customer enters three contrasting colors. With luxurious leather hide and wood veneer on the main screen, start and finish color specialists with a main interior color (usually darker) and select another color insert to provide a striking contrast. an essential skill is to identify the third accent color stitching and piping.

The selection of the veneers of wood or aluminum panels for the dashboard is complete the overall look and provides a contrast even greater if the customer desires.

Bentley has reserved a limited edition Sapelli veneer Pomellen (which gives a rare disease, the natural wood padded) for Series 51 Flying Spur and a number of additional options, including Bentley leather-trimmed cushions for children and the rear seats can also be specified to complement the unique design.

While the 14 options for the Series 51 Flying Spur give customers the option of selecting some of the work of Bentley's most striking design, color and finishing equipment is also more than happy to create designs even more personalized , knowing that they only showed a fraction of the possibilities offered by Melinda June Jenkins says:

"One of the most exciting series of 51 drawings to customer feedback to Bentley and their desire to continue to investigate what we can offer. Series 51 provides only a starting point, and we are now creating designs that make a stronger and more personal. "

Impressive series of Series 51-tone paint options
The same imaginative use of color extends to the body of all 51 Continental Flying Spurs series. A series of amazing John Blatchley inspired two-tone paint options, with an accent color scanning of the hood, roof and trunk of the tree can be specified.

Paint range includes fresh and crisp tones with rich tones and fiery and everything by color and trim Bentley team recommend one of three interior colors selected to complement and illuminate the relationship between interior and exterior.

Bentley has also created a unique series of 51 graphite-finished nine spoke wheels of 19 inch alloy sport, and two wing badges Series 51, located behind the front wheel arches complete the look appropriate.

As a key still sporting the latest Continental Flying Spurs, including 51 series models now indicated by distinctive blue brake calipers and front fender vents style by the head of the Bentley design Raul Pires outside. These valves thin, located behind the front wheel arches, is inserted into a wing panel and a single smoothed mesh black or chrome finish.

Advanced and intuitive touch-screen infotainment

All 2012 model year Bentley Continental Flying Spur and Super Sport Coupe and Convertible now feature a new highly advanced touch screen that provides maps infotainment rich imagery and a 30 GB hard drive built.

8-inch screen car audio system, telephone, guide and comfort options and the latest navigation system, which uses the car as hard drive and a DVD player to use the information path. It makes use of dynamic navigation to avoid the heavy traffic in some places, looking for items with a geo-tagged photos on the SD card and is a Google Maps compatible with most of the market.



The infotainment system with 7-digit postal entry, touch controls, and combines classic Bentley knurled rotary switches for ease of use provide immediate and clear comments. The graphical interface of the screen has been specified by the Bentley design team to ensure your graphics inside are quite consistent with the classic, handcrafted interior. The "striated" changes the display, for example, are "virtual" eco striated texture like a jewel rotary switches below.

The last Continental Flying Spur and Super Sport models also benefit from the connectivity of phone and music player, digital television (if possible) and playback of DVD movies. Music can be played and controlled directly from an iPod and a six-CD player, SD card or directly from the hard drive from the hard drive that can store up to 15 GB of music.

The new entertainment system is complemented by a panel of new driver information (DPI), located in the main panel. The new widescreen TFT DIP uses enhanced graphics and technology provide the driver with clear and easily accessible to a wide range of vehicle systems. These include the establishment of a lighthouse "come home" controls, door locks and mirror functions while providing a number of features significantly improved the correspondence control of the media Bluetooth phone connectivity.

2012 years The new Continental Flying Spur, Flying Spur and speed of the series 51 design options, the coupe and convertible Supersport 2012 on sale from March 2011.

Hybrid rally car banned for being too fast [video]

What has been called the “world’s greenest rally car” has been kicked out of its championship because it’s too fast. The gasoline-electric Honda Insight hybrid, which competes in Britain’s Formula 1000 rally championship, has been asked to withdraw following concerns from rival competitors that it has an unfair advantage, after dominating the 2011 series with two wins and a second place from the first three rounds.

The car, which uses a tuned gasoline-electric hybrid system to give it more power and better fuel efficiency, has been developed by the Oaktec team from Lancaster over a six-year period using the low-emission Honda car as a base. The developments of the green technology have been so successful that the eco-car, which can return 2.8 L/100 km when driven slowly, has blown away a field of conventional rally cars to gain a 19-point championship lead after just three rallies.

The championship organizers phoned the Oaktec team to request that it stand down from the series and compete the car in a higher class to appease rival competitors. The team has agreed to the demand and will now look to race in other classes.

“It was a bit of a shock when I got the call as, after six years of hard work ,we finally had our chance for a bit of glory,” says Oaktec boss Paul Andrews. “But I fully understand the perspective of the organizers and their wish not to spoil the sport for the other drivers. Formula 1000 is a great championship and they were really supportive by allowing us to compete with these new hybrid technologies in their rallies and we always agreed that if we had a clear advantage we would step aside.

“It’s a shame it had to happen mid-season, but it’s the risk you face in going against the grain and trying something radical. If it fails, no one notices; if it’s successful, you have an unfair advantage. I think our project has made people realize that there is a real future for genuinely green technologies in motorsport and other leisure activities.”

To prove the eco-credentials of the tuned Honda hybrid system, Oaktec entered the rally car in a fuel economy competition and returned 3.45 L/100 km, beating the next best car, a small diesel, by almost a litre per 100 km. It has regularly returned less than 2.8 L/100 km in testing and has ultra-low CO2 emissions, yet uses the same combination of efficient engine, batteries and electric motor to win rallies.

In addition, the car is unique in motorsport because it uses a continuously variable transmission developed by Bosch, who also sponsor the car.

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MINI Inspired by Goodwood Priced at £41,000

MINI Inspired by Goodwood Specifications

Mini has come with a Special Edition car i.e, MINI Inspired by Goodwood, this model was unveiled at the Shanghai International Auto Show held in April.
The MINI Inspired by Goodwood combines Rolls Royce luxury with the Mini driving experience.
MINI Inspired by Goodwood is Priced at £41,000 (US $70,700). The production of Limited Edition Mini Inspired by Goodwood is 1000-Units.

The booking of Mini Inspired by Goodwood starts from Thursday and the first car will be delivered in Britain in March 2012.

The features of MINI Inspired by Goodwood
*High quality materials and craftsmanship.
*Roll Royce specific wood (Walnut Burr) on the dash board & door handle,cashmere roof linings,sun visors and rear storage tray, deep-pile lambwool foot mats and the exclusive Cornsilk color throughout the interior.
*Standard features Adaptive headlights,Park Distance Control, Automatic Air conditioning, Onborad computer,Satellite Navigation system and Audio system with satellite Radio.

The MINI Inspired by Goodwood is boosted with a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder twin-turbocharged engine with an output power of 184HP horsepower.

17" Inch multi spokes light weight alloy-wheels, Rolls Royce's Diamond Black metallic finish for the body of the Mini.

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Bentley Mulsanne (2011)

Paying tribute to Bentley spent most, the memory for the new model for Bentley Mulsanne and teams of engineers was to create a Bentley that represents the pinnacle of British luxury cars.

The new Bentley Mulsanne, designed and built at Crewe from the ground up, confirms plans to create a brand new flagship Bentley with refined performance, new levels of interior luxury and skills development coach in the front.

The return of the name emphasizes the sporting heritage of the Bentley Mulsanne and the passion for power and speed. Nothing better reflects the achievements that the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans, a race that Bentley has won six times in his race car sound powerful and reliable long straight at Le Mans on the famous Mulsanne corner, from which the new model has name.

A pure expression of Bentley design

Design of the new Bentley Mulsanne is a unique combination of sportiness, elegance and solidity of the coachbuilt. Echo Bentley S-type 1950, Mulsanne features a bold design on the front is dominated by a traditional grid matrix Bentley and very prominent, the classic round headlights chrome surrounds the interior, flanked by two smaller clusters lamp board, each of which is the latest lighting technology. The legendary "Flying B, a radiator mascot disappeared, is available as an option.

A long hood, short front overhang and long rear overhang helps to convey a sense of power and business, strengthen the muscles of the thighs and the lines flow smoothly drawn heavily from the back of the front wings. The unique design 20-inch wheels (with optional 21-inch) to strengthen the Bentley Mulsanne powerful, sporty position.

Design Director Dirk van Braeckel explains the inspiration behind the distinctive look of the Bentley Mulsanne:. "The ability to design a new Bentley's flagship product is something that has given very little of the design team set out to create a sculptural form that mixes classical signal Bentley heritage with contemporary lines that fight mark of confidence in the 21st century. "

The body produces a new manufacturing facility in Bentley's headquarters in Crewe, where the traditional metallurgical expertise, developed over six decades, are still widely used during the nine weeks the construction process. It is the opposite of volume car production in the construction ... but the very embodiment of Bentley.

Mirrors, for example, completely enveloped the body. This offers a flowing, flawless line of the rear of the car, a perfect complement to become the D-pillar - with the complex curves can be created by a qualified body shop. All spot welds are made by hand during the Bentley Mulsanne, and the construction of all the panel joints are welded by hand. These continue to improve this "solid appearance cut 'and leads to a very rigid.

The complex form of aluminum front fenders, impossible to obtain a standard pressing techniques that have been created using superforming, technology usually reserved for the aerospace industry. This also makes the wings and a lighter, stiffer, and offers an excellent definition of the surface. Other lightweight materials such as composite tailgate, used to remove the mass as possible without compromising quality.

New techniques for construction designers may also include details such as the 'floating' LED tail lights elliptical, which identifies the echo of the shape of the exhaust gases.

To highlight the beauty of the body, features Bentley Mulsanne 'brightware "exclusively in polished stainless steel, including frames and trim mesh matrix. Bentley is the only manufacturer in the world to do that. The stainless steel door provides also save the traditional Bentley "knurling" on board surface for better grip, reflecting the attention on a typical detail.

The Bentley Mulsanne's sporty character is enhanced by front fender vents and large diameter exhaust finishers.

Bentley customers unlimited choice of the world, in connection with the machine. There are between 114 paint colors, which include everything from a legacy of unusual colors, special colors and pearlescent satin, and the duo-tone combinations. But the choice is endless. Through a measure of the world of Bentley Mulliner, the colors can only be exactly the same point of view of the customer, and taste.

Sumptuous interior meets technology

The latest car technology discreetly placed within generous Bentley Mulsanne. Multimedia system with 40 GB hard drive, satellite navigation, audio / video, personal data, phone and Bluetooth ® connectivity. The upper instrument panel houses the 8-inch multimedia monitor, discreetly positioned behind the electric door veneer, while sitting down in an elegant, leather-wrapped MP3 player with storage boxes.

State-of-the-art 14-speaker audio system with Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and 6-CD is standard on the other Naim Bentley premium audio system can be selected as an option. The forging of the two British luxury brands provides its customers with the world's most powerful 2200 watt car amplifier, eight dedicated DSP and 20 custom settings for the speaker, the incomparable sound quality.

A keyless entry system allows multiple configurations and automatically pre-programmed radio stations, phone, seat (including ventilation and massage modes, both front and rear), steering column and the parameters of the band and blinds, including electrical controls for the side rear seat and rear window. World premiere, the system works with the unlocked door handles in stainless steel, incorporating the points of contact to initiate communication with the key for verification and entry. The Bentley Mulsanne also has keyless start, that has a button start / stop in the center console.

Bentley interior design team has continued and developed the luxurious interiors, which are known for cars, which is based on extensive research to identify the signature of the characteristics that defined the classic Bentley in 1920 to the present day.

Armed with this valuable resource, the design team of the Bentley Mulsanne was very hard for the goals of the major hardware features such as interior design, odor, color and harmony at home. Similar goals have been set for the refinement and strength of all operating controls. The result is an interior hand made that fully reflects the traditional values ​​of Bentley, running on the highest possible level, where customers can customize their cars to individual specifications.

As head of interior design, says Robin ago: "More than 170 hours - nearly half of the entire construction process - a step in the creation of the interior of the new Bentley Mulsanne in Crewe, as Bentley to work the opposite of mass production - where we start. more drop. "

The use of wood and leather skins has increased significantly in the creation of a cabin even more refined and luxurious. While the characteristics of conventional design, as the bulls eye vents (also now mounted at the rear), high-quality mirror-matched veneers, leather and hand-finished stainless steel is preserved, they are mixed with new features such as beautiful glass switches.

The cabin is fully enclosed in a ring "reinforcement belt of wood a continuous panel of wood adorning Bentley Mulsanne edge. Needles dial reversed in the instrument cluster is reminiscent Bentley soon as the dashboard and comprehensive design the console is a subtle reminder of the reason Bentley wings.

Customers can choose from a wide range of high quality veneers, bleached and natural appearance, and inlay two choices: setting, contemporary crossbanding. True to the philosophy of Bentley, the customer can also opt for an almost infinite palette of leather and skins, including the 24 "standard" colors, including three new Bentley. This is an unprecedented choice of veneers, leather, leather and paint colors to ensure that the needs of all customers can be perfectly fitted.

After detailed customer feedback, a traditional tanning process has been restored to match the richness, the smell of worn leather is very reminiscent of vintage Bentley. Only a very small number of suppliers that are hidden in the world are able to do that.

The carpet in the Bentley Mulsanne Bentley is unique in its depth greater fiber density and feel the improvement in the quality of the cabin. Available in a variety of colors to complement each individual skin. Pure wool pile rugs Wilton deep tissue and added an extra touch of comfort and luxury.

These fine materials are made by craftsmen and women with 40 years experience. Each wheel, for example, can take 15 hours to deliver points (and three times longer if the customer chooses to cross stitch). Brightware lightweight stainless steel as well, thanks to an intensive course of 10 hours the finishing process. A sheet has two weeks to turn a raw lump in a complete set of mirror matching, highly polished leaves.