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2014 Mazda6 i-ELOOP – 5.8 l / 100 km

2014 Mazda6 i-ELOOP is capable of achieving 40 mpg US (5.8 l / 100 km) on the highway. The new technology is available exclusively on the Grand Touring models priced from $29,695.

The i-ELOOP is part of the Technology Package which adds $2,080 to the final price tag so an i-ELOOP-fitted Mazda6 starts from $31,775 without the destination charges. Other equipment in the package include active grille shutters, Sport mode button, high beam control, lane departure warning system, Mazda Radar Cruise Control and forward obstruction warning system.

The unique capacitor technology in i-ELOOP can store large volumes of electricity and, unlike batteries, can be charged and discharged rapidly and is resistant to deterioration through prolonged use.

The i-ELOOP includes a new variable voltage (12-25V) alternator, a low-resistance Electric Double Layer Capacitor (EDLC) and a DC/DC converter. i-ELOOP starts to recover kinetic energy the moment the driver lifts off the accelerator pedal and the vehicle begins to decelerate.

Instop-start driving conditions, the use of i-ELOOP fuel economy improves by approximately 10% . Working in conjunction with Mazda’s unique i-stop idling stop technology, i-ELOOP can extend the period that the engine can be shut off.

Source: Mazda

July 8, 2013

JMS BMW 5-Series F10

JMS has announced their latest project based on BMW 5-Series F10. The premium saloon comes with styling and performance ugprades.

The exterior boasts a new front lip spoiler – €299 – mounted onto the existing bumper easily. There is also a set of enormous 9J x 20” (front) and 10.5J x 20” (rear) MB Design KV1 wheels fitted with performance tires – 245/35 ZR20 and 285/30/ ZR20. The price for entire set is €3599.

Other highlights include an adjustable KW coilover suspension that reduces the ride height by 55mm at the front and 45mm at the rear – €1929.

All customers can also order sports exhaust systems, ECU re-map and a “speedpedal” that adjusts the characteristics of the throttle response. There are upgrades for all engines in the range.

All components are TUV approved and made in Germany .

Source: JMS

July 8, 2013

Dodge SRT Viper vs Mercedes SLS AMG Black Series

The battle of the naturally aspirated monsters!

2013 Dodge Viper SRT is powered by an 8.4 liter naturally aspirated V10 engine producing 640HP (477 kW) and 814Nm (600 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to a 6-speed manual gearbox. The curb weight of the vehicle is just 1,521 kg (3,354 lbs), so 0-100 km/h takes 3 seconds and a top speed of 331 km/h (206 mph). The ¼ mile is covered in 11.5 seconds. If that’s not impressive enough, the model can go from 0-160-0 km/h in less than 12 seconds.

2013 Mercedes SLS AMG Black series is powered by an updated 6.2 liter AMG V8 with 631HP (464 kW) at 7,400RPM and 635Nm (470 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 3.6 seconds and a top speed of 315 km/h (196 mph). The SLS-AMG Black Series is just 1550 kg, so the power/weight ratio is 2.45 kg/hp.

Other highlights include coil-over AMG RIDE CONTROLperformance suspension, AMG ceramic high-performance composite brake system and the weight-optimized forged AMG light-alloy wheels with newly developed sports tyres. There is also an electronically controlled AMG rear-axle differential lock and the AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission.

Source: Motor Trend

July 8, 2013

2014 Skoda Rapid 1.6 TDI 90HP

Skoda has introduced some upgrades for 2014 Rapid. The new model is set to hit the market this August.

2014 Skoda Rapid can be equipped with xenon headlights, a new three-spoke steering wheels, new decorative trims and seat covers as well as other enhancements of the design. There will be also improved infotainment systems. Active and Ambition variants also receive a higher quality dashboard in lava gray.

The main upgrade is the new 1.6 liter TDI with 90HP (66 kW), which can be equipped with an optional Green tec package that adds a start/stop system, brake energy regeneration and low-rolling resistance tires.

The result is awesome – 3.9 liters / 100 km (60.3 mpg US) and has CO2 emissions of 104 g/km – average cycle.

Source: Skoda

July 8, 2013

World Land Speed Record with Electric Car – 328.5 km/h

Autocar has published a video showing converted Le Mans race car doing over 200 mph (320 km/h).

The spectacular in this video is that the race car is powered by pure electricity, which means that it set a new world land speed record for a sub-1000kg electric car.

The average speed is 328.5 km/h (204.185 mph). The record is set by Lord Paul Drayson, who obviously had a lot of trouble keeping the car on the track.

Such speeds are extremely dangerous even in prepared super sports cars like Bugatti Veyron, which is almost 2 tons. Imagine doing more than 330 km/h in a less than thousand kg car.

It is clear that in the near future we will drive only on electricity, so such experiments are vital.

Enjoy!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lxKdUIEECN8

Source: Autocar.co.uk

July 5, 2013

2014 Fiat 500L Trekking Gets Moparized

2014 Fiat 500L Trekking brings its own special spirit to the 500L family via its high ride and specific bumpers with protective shield, smart front-wheel drive with Traction+ and ‘Snowflake’ Mud & Snow tyres. It was jut announced that this model will be supported by Mopar through exclusive accessories.

For instance it will be equipped with mirror domes, Italy badge, tyre valve covers sporting the Fiat logo, pedal board kit with footrest, the luggage compartment organiser, the jacket hanger, the kick plate and mats with the brand logo.

There are also four new exclusive body sticker kits which makes the fiat look even more distinctive. In addition there are also being offered unique satin-finish moulding on the bonnet, refined chrome accents and an original ‘brunex grey’ painted alloy rims.

At the same there are also being offered versatile merchandise collections which were designed with the aim to live the Fiat 500L Trekking style to the full. They include a range of very high quality products such as a waterproof travel bag, a beach backpack with beach towel, cushion with two integrated speakers and a Bluetooth, camouflage polo T-shirt and cap with embroidered logo.

More importantly, an innovation offered by Mopar here is the “Telematic Box”, which is available on the entire 500L range. To be more precise this is an electronic control unit which records the driving style data and then delivers a number of important advantages.

2014 Fiat 500L Trekking debuted at the end of last year, showing-off to the world its inherent versatility, style and character. The Fiat 500L Trekking is available with two petrol engines – the 95 hp (70 kW) 1.4 16v and the 105 hp (77 kW) 0.9 TwinAir Turbo – and two turbo diesel engines – the 105 hp (77 kW) 1.6 MultiJet II and the 85 hp (63 kW) 1.3 MultiJet II, the latter comes also matched to a Dualogic robotised automatic transmission.

Source: Fiat

July 5, 2013

Audi RS6 Gorilla Racing vs CLS 63 AMG, Gallardo TT and 911 Turbo

Here are some interesting races between Audi RS6 Gorilla Racing with 720HP versus Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG Gorilla Racing with 820HP, Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 SL Total Race TT with 1800HP and Porsche 911 Turbo Mk.1 Evotech Stage 2 with 620HP.

In the first start versus the CLS 63 AMG, the RS6 won with time of 29.776 seconds and terminal speed 279.93 km/h.

In the second race, the RS6 set personal absolute record on 1 mile – 28.579 seconds and personal absolute speed record on 1 mile – 286.39 km/h. The performance saloon also set personal absolute record on ¼ mile – 11.495 seconds and 199.55 km/h. The opponent – Gallardo LP570-4 SL Total Race TT had problems with the start and after that with the rear bumper.

In the third start, the RS6 lost versus the 911 Turbo Evotech 2, which crossed the finish line in 28.436 seconds with speed of 284 km/h.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EO2KkBuTv64

Source: Dragtimesinfo

July 5, 2013

The 500 Family Grows With The New 2014 Fiat 500L Living

2014 Fiat 500L Living - Side Fiat 500L family is expanding with the addition of the new 2014 Fiat 500L Living. Of course, the model is based on the emblematic Fiat 500 which has become a global success through the years.

The 500L Living reaches out to a versatile audience, which is searching for the harmony between functionality and design. It offers flexibility of utilization and the iconic Italian style.

Fiat‘s new Magic Purpose Wagon offers the charm of a 500, the agility and compactness of a mid-sized car, the comfort and content of a C-segment station wagon and the space and versatility of an MPV.

Furthermore, the car also comes to offer unmistakeable ‘made in Fiat’ design which has the optimum balance between interior space and exterior dimensions. The highlight here is that it includes a third row seat, but keeps compact proportions. The vehicle has 435 cm length, 178 cm width and 167 cm height.

2014 Fiat 500L - interior

Although it is 20 cm shorter than a C-segment Station Wagon, 500L Living ensures great comfort, space and load capacity, thanks to its 638 litre load capacity. All the aforementioned qualities of the new model, make it perfect for a family use, and also make it a car which appeals to a wide range of people.

Furthermore, the model will be offered with one petrol engine – the 105 hp (77 kW) 0.9 TwinAir Turbo, as well as two turbodiesels – the 105 hp (77 kW) 1.6 MultiJet II and the 85 hp (63 kW) 1.3 MultiJet II. They are matche with manual transmissions, and the latter can be couple with automatic transmission as well.

The range includes two trim levels – Pop Star and Lounge. Both are designed with 5 or 7 seats, and with 19 different body colours (including 11 two-tone combinations). There are also offered 6 interior trims, 15 different types of alloy wheels and hub caps. The new Fiat 500L Living also includes integrated navigation system and rear camera which will help the driver in the reversing manoeuvres.

Source: Fiat

July 5, 2013

2014 Volvo XC90 To Feature World Class Safety And Support Technologies

2014 Volvo XC90 is going to be equipped with a number of user-friendly safety and support technologies. First of all the brand is introducing the autonomous steering to avoid accidents and make driving more comfortable.

Next, the other new technologies which will be available are the Pedestrian Detection in darkness, Road edge and barrier detection with steer assist and Adaptive Cruise Control with steer assist.

The first featured technology makes possible the detection and auto brake for other vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists. The second one – the Road edge and barrier detection with steer assist is a feature which detects if the car is about to drive off the road. Then this system autonomously applies steering torque to bring the vehicle back on track.

At last, the Adaptive Cruise Control with steer assist is a technology which assists the driver stay in the lane and follows the rhythm of the traffic.

In addition to those three mentioned advancements, this Volvo will also feature Animal Detection system, which detects and automatically brakes for animals both in daylight and in the dark. However, this technology, will be introduced after the all-new XC90 arrives by the end of 2014.

Furthermore, it is also expected, that the car will include Towards zero system, which enables vehicles to communicate with each other and with the traffic environment, in order to bring about safer driving.

The Autonomous Parking concept technology on the other hand allows the vehicle to find and park in a vacant space by itself. It was introduced by the brand ten days ago, and it basically functions by allowing the driver to leave the vehicle at the entrance to the car park, and to interact safely with other cars and pedestrians in the car park

Source: Volvo

July 5, 2013

Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo Series With Debut In North America

Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo series is going to make its debut in North America at the AMLS North Eastern Grand Prix at Lime Rock Park this week. The model is a single make series, which can be used as a base from those who want to go to professional GT racing.

The series is based on the Gallardo LP 570-4 Super Trofeo. The latter includes 570 hp (420 kW), all-wheel drive and variable aerodynamics, which result in a downforce range from 282lbs (128kg) to 352lbs (160kg). This means that the Super Trofeo allows drivers to master high-level sports car racing competition skills.

In addition, this Lamborghini is the high standard of off-track hospitality that features a genuine sense of esprit de corps among competitors. In fact, it represents a bold statement of commitment towards motorsport.

The introduction of the model to the IMSA portfolio is an historic moment for sports car racing in the North America, because the luxury Italian brand will eventually have its representative there. Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo North American series will feature five races run in partnership with North America’s most established racing promoters including GRAND-AM, ALMS, IMSA and IndyCar and at some of the most prestigious circuits in the US and Canada.

Source: Lamborghini

July 5, 2013

Lancia Stratos [video]

Petrolicious has pubished a video with a very nice Lancia Stratos Stradale – the road version of the world famous rally car.

This particular blue Stratos Stradale in mint condition is owned by artist Phillip Toledano who managed to beautifully restore the Bertone-designed, WRC-derived model.
The Stratos Stradale is powered by a 2.4 liter naturally aspirated V6 with 190HP (142 kW) – 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 232 km/h (144 mph). The Lancia Stratos HF (rally version) managed to win the World Rally Championship in 1974, 1975 and 1976.

Only 492 units were ever produced between 1972 and 1974. The pricing for 2^nd hand Stratos starts from €300,000.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KG3Eqp6dfZo

Source: Petrolicious

July 5, 2013

SEAT Leon Cup Racer – 330HP and 340Nm

SEAT has unveiled the Leon Cup Racer that embodies the manufacturer’s commitment to motorsport.

The hot hatchback has been turned into a real racing car. It is powered by a 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol with 330HP and 340Nm of torque. The power is put on the road through 6-speed DSG automatic or a sequential racing transmission powering the front wheels. The Leon Cup Racer is an uncompromising track machine.

The Leon Cup Racer gives a very clear indication of what a SEAT cup car racer might look like, and has been prepared for a wide range of racing series worldwide. Racing teams are already able to register interest in purchasing the car, with prices starting at €70,000 plus local taxes.

Source: Seat

July 5, 2013

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