Saturday, May 31, 2008
First full-LED headlamp for the Audi R8
Ferrari 599 2008 pictures
The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (internal code F139) is Ferrari's 2-seat Gran Turismo flagship model, replacing the 575 M Maranello in 2006 as a 2007 model. The 599 GTB debuted at the Geneva Motor Show on February 28, 2006. Styling of the 599 GTB was handled by Pininfarina, under the direction of Ferrari stylist, Frank Stephenson. It is named for its total engine displacement (5999 cc), Gran Turismo Berlinetta nature, and the Fiorano Circuit test track used by Ferrari.

Ferrari 599

Ferrari 599

Ferrari 599

Ferrari 599

Ferrari 599
Ferrari 599
Ferrari 599
Ferrari 599
Ferrari 599
Ferrari 599
Antonov Dual-Speed Ancillaries
The idea is allowing belt-driven devices like alternators, water pumps, air-conditioning systems and other engine ancillaries to be driven by two-speed systems. A two-speed planetary gearbox with one step-up ratio and one direct ratio is mounted at the engine crank. At low engine speeds, the step-up ratio is used, and at high engine speeds, it is not necessary to drive ancillary devices faster than is needed so the direct ratio is used to improve efficiency.
This gearbox can be used with existing components. The cost of this gearbox is kept low because this planetary gear system is mechanical and does not use external electronic controls or hydraulic systems.
Mugen Honda Freed
Friday, May 30, 2008
D&H Falen
Pagani Zonda Cinque
The Zonda Cinque is based on the Zonda R, the fully carbon fibre circuit Pagani. The Pagani Zonda Cinque can consider as a street legal version of the Zonda R. Needless to say this can only have stunning results. The engine is a fat V12 from AMG creating 750 bhp and 713 Nm of torque.
The looks are once again stunning. The colour for example, grey and black with dark red tints. The rimms with a red line on it. The giant air-airintakes on the roof and on the side of the car.
Thursday, May 29, 2008
USD GT-S Passionata Concept
The Ferrari 599 Fiorano is the base for the USD GT-S Passionata Concept which use aluminium space frame chassis and mechanicals. The production of the USD GT-S Passionata could be arranged depending on the demand from customers.
First Drive: Mercedes-Benz W204 C230 V6 Avantgarde
The W204 C200K has been dissected by the motoring community thus far with mixed reviews. I found it a little light footed � with a feathery steering rack and a somewhat nervous chassis on those high speed run and during overtaking manouvres. Interestingly or rather baffling, waiting period for this junior exec from Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has stretched to 8 months for the C200K Elegance
2008 Hyundai Starex MPV
A Multi Purpose Vehicle (MPV) can be a tricky little acquisition for most of us with a growing family - children with a maid in tow plus extended families (in-laws, out-laws and what not!). More often than not, you would probably have gotten remarks like "It's a bloody van!" when you suddenly drive up in one of those tall-ish people carrier like the Toyota Avanza, Innova and Nissan Serena,
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Edo Competition Maserati MC12
The chassis for the Maserati MC12 is based on the Ferrari Enzo and the power output has been increase to 700 hp. The Edo Competition Maserati MC12 able to go from 0 to 100km/h in 3.5 seconds while the top is 370km/h.
Below are the specifications of the Edo Competition Maserati MC12 from the press release.
* Engine V12
* Power est. 700 hp (514 kW) at 8200 rpm
* Max. torque est. 715 Nm (527 ft-lb) at 5800 rpm
Performance
* Top speed > 370 km/h (230 mph)
* 0 � 100 km/h (0 � 62 mph) est. 3.5s
* 0 � 200 km/h (0 � 124 mph) est. 9.5s
* 0 � 300 km/h (0 � 186 mph) est. 22.0s
Features
* Power increase of 70 horsepower thanks to new exhaust headers like on the Ferrari FXX, highflow catalytic converter, performance muffler, modified intake system, new carbon fiber airbox like on the Maserati MC12 Corsa, high-flow air filters and ECU recalibration
* Stainless steel muffler with adjustable remote-controlled butterfly-valve, new exhaust tips
* Exhaust sound level adjustable at the push of a button
* High-performance ceramic composite brake system with 396 mm (15.6 in.) front rotors and 360 mm (14.2in.) rear rotors, special brake pads front and rear
* Wheels can be custom-painted on request
* Tire pressure monitoring system displaying air pressure and tire temperature for each wheel
* Makrolon headlight covers
* Appearance modifications, for example different exterior color
* Sport suspension for the road with adjustable compression and rebound damping like on the FIA GT MC12. Nose lift functionality is retained.
* Air intakes in carbon fiber
* Weight reduction of 100 kg (220 lb)
* Special lightweight wheels with Michelin tires: front: 10 x 19 with 265/35 ZR 19 and rear: 13 x 20 with 335/30 ZR 20
* New high-performance clutch. Extremely lightweight. Two different friction compounds selectable (strada/pista)
* New rear wing, adjustable
* New transmission control unit. Same shift times as on the Maserati MC12 Corsa
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