Saturday, March 6, 2010

Fisker Karma S Concept, 2009

Fisker Karma S Concept, 2009



The Karma S is an extension of the Fisker Automotive product range of eco-conscious automobiles and sets the tone for our future.

The four-seat, plug-in hybrid hardtop convertible furthers the company's belief that driving style and performance need not be compromised for environmental friendliness.


The open-air Fisker Karma S concept shares its aluminum space frame architecture and clean Q-DRIVE powertrain with the Fisker Karma sedan.
Designed and engineered by Quantum Technologies exclusively for Fisker Automotive, Q-DRIVE provides 50 emission-free miles on a single charge to its lithium-ion battery pack, and up to 403hp from two electric motors.
The power retractable hard top, a first for Fisker, glides neatly into the trunk and a unique design language sets the Fisker Karma S concept apart.


FM Auto Vulca S

FM Auto Vulca S




630 Hp, 4.83m x 2.00m x 1.34m, totally hand made in aluminium, complete with a sophisticated data acquisition system to monitor your driving skills, full hand-stitched leather trim etc: the F&M Auto Vulca S is a true beast disguised in a gorgeous dress.

FM Auto Vulca S

FPV Super Pursuit (Ford)

FPV Super Pursuit



The ultimate sports utility, the FPV Super Pursuit is packed with unrivalled performance matched by exquisite interior and exterior styling.
Matching the increased power is a premium FPV performance brake package, the FPV Super Pursuit features 355 x 32mm front rotors with Brembo six-piston calipers, and 328 x 26mm rear rotors with single red piston caliper.

FPV Super Pursuit styling
Never to be mistaken, the FPV Super Pursuit features new unique, high-impact badging on the tailgate, while the bold styling is highlighted by the unique front grille treatment, side striping and V8 bonnet bulge accented with the newly designed hood decal.

The new Dark or Mid Argent headlight accents are matched to the 19-inch machine faced alloy wheels with Dark Argent accents.
The performance FPV Super Pursuit is equipped with a 'power bulge' hard tonneau and spoiler as standard.

Inside the cabin, the FPV Super Pursuit features Super Pursuit logo embroidered sports seats in Shadow cloth with suede-feel bolsters and silver stitching. Shadow Leather sports seats are available at no extra cost.
The cabin is bursting with features to ensure a premium driving experience, including sports leather steering wheel with cruise control and audio mounted switches, new unique FPV starter button, and dual zone temperature control, power windows and alloy pedal covers.

V8 Boss 315
The Boss 315 has been completely re-calibrated to maximise response and driveability, and an improvement in volumetric efficiency allows the engine to breathe better.
Importantly, the increased power does not compromise on fuel economy and in automatic guise; the FPV Pursuit and FPV Super Pursuit boast fuel economy figures of 14.4L/100km.
Safety
The sports utilities feature Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), and four-channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), driver and passenger airbags, side head/thorax air bags mounted on the driver and passenger seats and Beltminder technology for the driver.
The sports utility range is protected by a remote alarm and FPV's ID Datadot identification.

German staff car

Mercedes' from Raiders of the Lost Ark up for Auction 1937


Miscellaneous, Mercedes-Benz
'1937 Mercedes' from Raiders of the Lost Ark up for Auction

How would you like to own a piece of Hollywood automobile history? The custom-built "1937 Mercedes" German staff car from Raiders of the Lost Ark will be one of over 500 items up for sale.

The black on black car, used in the chase scene during which Indiana Jones chases after the Ark of the Covenant while Nazis try to stop him, is made to look like a 1937 Mercedes 300, but is actually composed of Jaguar components. It was built on a Jaguar Mark IX chassis, equipped with a Jaguar Mark V body, and is powered by a Jaguar XKE 250 horsepower dual-overhead cam engine mated to a Jaguar four-speed manual transmission.

Craig Hinton of Leaping Cats Coventry, England, constructed the vehicle to be able to reach 120 miles per hour and handle the demands of a chase scene. Hinton moved to Florida after filming and exhibited the car in special events, including the Bal Harbour Councours D'Elegance on July 10, 1982. The car still has dents on the rear passenger side from filming, but is otherwise in great condition-all fluids have been changed, and the brakes have been bled.


GM Sequel Concept

GM Sequel Concept



The Sequel is a hydrogen fuel cell-powered concept car and sport utility vehicle from General Motors, employing latest generation HydroGen3 technology developed by Opel.


The Sequel uses a drive-by-wire system. It has a range of three hundred miles, and its only emission is water. It debuted at the 2005 North American International Auto Show and is now being shown at the 75th international car show in Geneva, Switzerland. GM chief and chief executive Rick Wagoner suggested it will be over a decade before it goes into production.


This vehicle can accelerate from 0-60 mph in less than ten seconds. Additionally, it provides a high level of control on bumpy terrain, snow, and ice. 42 percent more torque and quicker deceleration when braking are additional benefits of some of the new technologies used in the Sequel.

GMC Denali XT Concept

GMC Denali XT Concept


It offers a 50-percent increase in combined fuel economy over comparable small pickup trucks when running on gasoline, and it incorporates a new, muscular form in a performance-styled, hybrid sport-utility truck (SUT).

The Denali XT has a unibody architecture and rear-wheel drive, enabling its distinctive design and efficient performance. It builds on the equity of the Denali line and its reputation for advanced engineering and refinement, the first combination of GM's two-mode hybrid system with an E85 ethanol-capable engine. Denali XT's new, more efficient 4.9L version of GM's small-block V-8 features fuel-saving technologies such as direct-injection technology and Active Fuel Management.

The engine is matched with GM's unique two-mode hybrid propulsion system, giving the powerful SUT exceptional fuel economy and uncompromising capability - including all-electric drive at low speeds. It is a powertrain combination that makes the Denali XT perfectly suited to a variety of active lifestyle activities, such as hauling skis and snowboards to the mountain or towing a sport jet boat to the lake.

Design and construction were spearheaded by Holden Design, within the Australian arm of GM's global design and engineering network.


Dramatic design statement
A muscular form and wide, firmly planted stance give the Denali XT a confidently capable road presence. Minimal overhangs, large wheels, sleek headlamps and a low roof profile deliver an aggressive, performance-oriented appearance.

The Denali XT's design includes a new take on GMC's iconic grille, with a prominent, four-bar element in addition to the large, red GMC logo and signature Denali background. Flared fenders accentuate the wide road stance. The stance is also enhanced when the Denali XT is lowered on its air-adjustable suspension, which creates a sleeker appearance that simultaneously improves aerodynamics. Large, bold 23-inch wheels and custom Kuhmo tires complement the Denali XT's stance.


The Inside
The Denali XT blends mechanical functionality with leather-trimmed comfort.
Billet-metal surrounds, controls and instruments convey the cold precision of an aircraft cockpit. This is balanced by the warmth of bespoke saddle-leather trimmed seats and other contact surfaces.
Truck capability
With stiffness that is greater than most conventional, body-on-frame trucks, the Denali XT's unibody structure supports a very capable truck platform. It also serves as the mounting point for a four-wheel independent suspension that gives the vehicle its performance feel on the road. The multilink front suspension features a forward-mounted steering rack and dual lower links with ball joints at the outer ends, providing sharp responses to driver input. At the rear, a four-link suspension design uses coil-over shocks and a decoupled stabilizer bar to enhance cornering control, reduce body roll and optimize longitudinal compliance. In short, it's a truck that hauls more than cargo on twisting roads.

The rear cargo area is wide, deep and flat, with no suspension or wheelhouse protrusions; the cargo floor measures 55 inches long (1,397 mm) by 47.5 inches wide (1,206 mm). It all adds up to the space to haul a wide variety of lifestyle accessories.

The Denali XT has an estimated payload capacity of 1,100 pounds (499 kg) and a towing capacity of an estimated 3,500 pounds (1,587 kg). This capability is delivered through unique vehicle and powertrain integration, where the multiple modes of GM's two-mode hybrid system provide towing capability.


New 4.9L SIDI V-8 and two-mode hybrid system
The GM's rear-wheel-drive two-mode hybrid transmission is paired with a smaller-displacement version of the small-block engine. The new V-8 4.9L E85-capable engine powers the Denali XT with an estimated 326 horsepower (243 kW).
It uses direct-injection technology to produce the power of a larger engine, but consumes less fuel and produces lower emissions.

The Denali XT's two-mode hybrid system is partnered with the 4.9L engine and uses an electrically variable transmission to enhance fuel efficiency in city and highway driving. In city driving, all-electric propulsion is used at low speeds; on the highway, fixed-gear operation enables efficient performance even when towing a trailer.

The specific characteristics of the Denali XT allowed the synergistic evolution of GM's small-block V-8 and two-mode hybrid beyond the recently introduced in GM two-mode hybrid products, such as the GMC Yukon Hybrid and Sierra Hybrid. During this optimization process, additional powertrain technologies have been integrated, including Active Thermal Management, which transfers thermal energy from one driveline component to another to improve efficiency; and a high-efficiency axle configuration, which fundamentally reduces the losses normally associated with conventional axle configurations.

Gumpert Apollo

Gumpert Apollo


The Gumpert Apollo is the perfect synthesis between road vehicle and racing car. It exceeds all expectations with its passion and maximum driving fun. 650 HP, up to 360 km/h top-speed and an acceleration of 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.0 seconds make it a full-blooded super sports car to which there is no alternative.

Roland Gumpert, founder, managing director and the driving force behind Sport wagen manufaktur, has created a manufacturing environment that combines engineering excellence with a broad automotive and racing competence. Experts within the motor sports scene are all familiar with the name Gumpert: In the mid 1970s, the long-standing Audi manager was the driving force behind the development of the four-wheel drive "Iltis", the original predecessor of today's "Quattro". In 1979 he not only succeeded in preparing the gnarled four-wheel drive "Iltis" for the Paris-Dakar rally, but also achieved victory. In the years that followed under his management, Audi Sport won a total of 25 World Rally Championship races and was the 4-time winner of the World Rally Championship. Gumpert's professional success is distinguished by his ability to combine innovative ideas with proven technology effectively and successfully.

Gumpert Apollo leaves a lasting impression on anyone who sees it: It symbolises unusual power, dynamism and sportiness. It reflects above-average performance capability paired with timeless elegance, and even when it is not moving, shows that the design can only adhere to function: driving dynamics.

Performance in a new dimension
The Gumpert Apollo is not the only sports car on the market; however its concept is so unique and realised so consistently that it aspires to redefine the standard for this vehicle class.
The Gumpert Apollo has more to offer:
* Approved both for use on the road and on the track
* Maximum safety in accordance with the international motor racing standards
* Low curb weight of below 1,200 kg (2,645 lbs.)
* Perfect road-holding and ultra-precise handling
* Maximum driving pleasure and unbeatable driving performance
* Excellent aerodynamic efficiency and driving dynamics
* Synthesis of reliable racing and series technology
* Unique, futuristic, and striking design
* Best cost-benefit ratio

Despite the series production process, every Gumpert Apollo is unique. It is customized to the owner's wishes and needs and proudly bears his touch. We can also offer you:

* Luxury package with air conditioning, navigation radio with DVD/CD-Player and backwards facing camera with rear-view mirror function
* Car body made of fibre glass (GFK) or carbon-fibre (CFK)
* Carbon fibre for various components and car body parts
* Design variants created by use of different air intakes for the engine
* Carbon rear wing (optional available)
* Engine variants with 650 / 700 / 800 HP output

In addition to these different options and equipment packages, we can of course also accommodate any other special requests made by our customers. Just talk to us.

The consistent achievement of maximum driving dynamics and uncompromising functionality is also visible in the interior design: Every detail was designed according to functional viewpoints equivalent to those of a racing car, yet without neglecting the required amount of comfort and quality.

Tailor-made Purism and Luxury
The seat position is adjusted to each customer individually, using padding, upholstery, adjustable pedals, and the steering column. Yet you are not required to forgo proven technology in the Gumpert Apollo: air conditioning, high-end navigation system with an integrated reverse camera, CD/DVD player and much more are available.

The Gumpert Apollo is a tailor-made sports car, and individual masterpiece.
The Gumpert Apollo is built as a racing car according to FIA GT and ACO regulations upon request.

Success is one of Gumpert Sportwagenmanufaktur's clearly defined objectives in racing. Naturally the factory benefits from the years of experience in motor sports and the remarkable successes of company owner Roland Gumpert.
The Gumpert Apollo made a great third place with the Belgian racing driver, Ruben Maes, in the cockpit at its racing debut at the Divinol Cup in Hockenheim in April 2005.


PROVEN PERFORMANCE IN A NEW DIMENSION

The impressive power of the high-performance eight cylinder engine is based on proven V8-high-performance aggregates from Audi. In the standard configuration this engine is optimised for use in racing and road vehicles and produces 650 HP as a Biturbo engine. Weighing only 196 kg (432 lbs.), it plays a major role in ensuring the ideal weight and fascinating driving dynamics of Gumpert Apollo. An angle of 90° between the two cylinder banks is a sign of a classic 8-cylinder engine. Efficient utilisation of its remarkable energy in the back wheels guarantees the fully-synchronised, sequential six-speed transmission that incorporates Formula 1 know-how. The short gear paths allow high speed gear changes. The arrangement of the gears in a longitudinal direction in the path of travel ensures a very low centre of gravity and optimum weight distribution. The characteristic sound of the double-flow exhaust system of the Gumpert Apollo with its 3-way catalytic converters says it best - the Gumpert Apollo is pure, unbeatable performance as reflected in the data. Like a comet, the Gumpert Apollo catapults its pilot from 0 to 100 km/h (0-62 mph) in just 3.0 seconds and only requires 8.9 seconds from 0 to 200 km/h (0-124 mph).

For connoisseurs form whom driving fun does not necessarily equal maximum motor performance and ultimate acceleration, the engine is also ideally suited for day-to-day driving at lower speeds.

The high level of driving dynamics is supported by an agile electro-hydraulic power steering system that provides the driver with direct feedback. In order to securely transfer the 850 nm torque to the road, Gumpert Apollo has a traction control system (TCS) used in motor sports. Developed together with the company Racelogic, the permitted slip can be accurately set on the rear axle - according to the drivers wishes.
An optional launch control, adjusted to the Gumpert Apollo especially, ensures swift starts like those of Formula-1. The Gumpert Apollo's driving performance is controlled with a 2-circuit high-performance braking system with adjustable 3-level Bosch-ABS, 378 mm (14.9 in) ventilated discs, and 6-piston callipers on the front and rear axle.

All of these are primary technical principles, the sportive orientation of which could not be clearer. Thanks to its suspension, the Gumpert Apollo proves itself in every curve: It redefines the term ‚driving dynamics'.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
* Dimensions
o Length 4,460 mm / 175.6"
o Width 1,998 mm / 78.6"
o Height 1,114 mm / 43.8"
o Wheel base 2,700 mm / 106.3"
o Wheel gauge
+ front: 1,670 mm / 65.7"
+ back: 1,598 mm / 62.9"
o Boot volume: 100 l
* WEIGHT
o Kerb weight: below 1,200 kg / 2,645 lbs
o Allowed total weight: 1,500 kg / 3,306 lbs
o Approved axle load
+ front: 650 kg / 1,452 lbs
+ back: 900 kg / 1,984 lbs
* ENGINE
o Cylinders: 8
o Type: 90° - V
o Valves per cylinder: 5
o Displacement: 4,163 cm3 / 254 in3
o Stroke: 93 mm / 3.66"
o Bore: 84.5 mm / 3.32"
o Nominal output: 478 kW (650 HP) @ 6,500 rpm
o Maximum torque: 850 Nm (626.9 lb-ft) @ 4,000 rpm [with 820 Nm @ 2700 rpm]
o Maximum revs: 7,200 rpm
o Compression ratio: 9,3
o Recommended fuel type: 98 ROZ / 88 MOZ
o Emission standard: Euro 4
* GEARBOX
o Sequential six-speed gear box with synchronisation and oil cooling
o Twin plate clutch configuration (diameter 200 mm / 7.87" each)
o Differential lock by Torsen
o Custom-made gear ratios
* WHEELS
o Tire dimension
+ front: 255/35ZR19
+ back: 345/35ZR19
o Wheel dimension
+ front: 10J x 19
+ back: 13J x 19
o Wheel rim type: Aluminium cast wheels with centre lock
* PERFORMANCE
o Top speed: 360 km/h (224 mph)
o 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 3.0 s
o 0-200 km/h (0-124 mph): 8.9 s

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