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• Ry Cooder – Crazy ‘Bout An Automobile

  In Cars / 11 April 2012 / 24 comments

  

  From “Ry Cooder & The Moula Banda Rhythm Aces: Let’s Have A Ball”, a film by Les Blank taped at The Catalyst, Santa Cruz, CA on March 25′th 1987. Comment from MrBillindallas: Concert was from a two night run – the last of nine total dates on the NorCal tour. Shot on 16mm film with an audio remote truck in the alley. Movie was released in Europe but not in the US. Great band, at one of the best venues in the ‘States, the last two nights of the mini-tour they were truly on fire. One venue was so small the band filled the stage and the dance floor.

• Does Automotive Journalism Matter? – ROAD TESTAMENT

  In Cars / 11 April 2012 / 25 comments

  

  In a world where car enthusiasts have tons of raw information and fan forums at their fingertips, why do they need journalists? “Storify” stalk the New York Auto Show to ask members of the automotive media and industry pros to define what car journos must do to stay relevant. With Mike Spinelli and Leo Parente. More comments from DRIVE viewers on storify.com

• GENEVA 2012 – Mercedes A-Class

  In Cars, Mercedes-Benz / 11 April 2012 / 27 comments

  

  The all-new Mercedes A-Class made its world debut at an exclusive unveiling and pre-show party in Geneva last night. And when the dancing and dry ice had died down, it was clear to see why Mercedes was so excited about its new five-door hatchback.   source: www.autoexpress.co.uk

• Ferdinand Alexander Porsche dies at 76

  In Cars, Porsche / 6 April 2012 / 0 comments

  

  A sad day for Porsche and automobile industry as Ferdinand Alexander Porsche grandson of Ferdinand Porsche died on April 5, 2012. He was a designer at Porsche who was responsible for first Porsche 911. He had also designed and shaped Porsche 904 which according to him was his favorite among other major accomplishments. His death occurred on the same day when the new Porsche 911 claims 2012 performance car of the year award. We pay our condolence to Porsche family.

• 2013 Dodge Viper

  In automotor shows, Cars, Dodge / 5 April 2012 / 0 comments

  

  Finally the all new Dodge viper is back after it was discontinued two years ago. The new viper will be sold under the brand SRT (Street Racing Technology – a brand of Chrysler division). Dodge has designed the viper supercar by keeping family traits like a very long bonnet, front wings inflated with “gills” and side exhaust pipes. Frame is mostly made of high strength steel and aluminum. The drag coefficient of new viper is very low at 0.364 against 0.45 for its predecessor which is impressive. Dodge viper now weighs at 1521 kg which is also 45 kg (100 pounds) less than previous model. Under the hood lies all aluminum 8.4 liter V10 engine with new forged pistons and a different intake manifold. As a result it now produces 640 hp and 600 lb-ft of torque.  The power is sent to the rear wheels via a Tremec TR6060 six-speed [...]

• BMW i8 spyder

  In BMW, Cars / 4 April 2012 / 0 comments

  

  We all remember futuristic BMW i8 coupe which was driven by Tom cruise in Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol. BMW now has unveiled i8 spyder convertible concept. It is a two seated car with a hybrid propulsion system consisting of a gasoline engine and an electric motor producing a decent 354 hp (combined) and 406 lb-ft of torque and with these figures of power and torque, the performance of the BMW Concept i8 spyder is a like a sport car. It accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 5.0 seconds. Top speed is electronically limited to 155 mph. BMW i8 spyder has a slighter short wheelbase as compare to coupe. Body and chassis of spyder are made of composite materials i.e. carbon fiber and aluminum, with an objective to attain right weight and efficient dynamics. The body structure is divided into upper and lower part which BMW calls together as [...]

• Lamborghini Aventador J – Jota alias “Yota” – A collector’s car

  In automotor shows, Cars, Lamborghini / 14 March 2012 / 0 comments

  

  Lamborghini had revealed its latest supercar Aventador Jota at Geneva motor show. It is a two seater roadster based on Aventador with open body, no roof or windshield. The structure is made of carbon fibre and aluminum. The engine is same as 6.5 liter V12 developing 700 bhp from Aventador.  Its super-fast ISR transmission, permanent all-wheel drive and push-rod suspension combine this potent power with the utmost handling precision. This is a unique piece of art and a technological marvel produced by the Italian firm. The name “J” is a tribute to the technical specifications of various kinds of competitions organized by the International Automobile Federation (FIA). The Aventador J is 11 inches longer and 2 inches lower than Aventador. Instead of windshield, there are two small wind deflectors, each one for passenger and driver. Some interior coatings are made of flexible carbon fiber.  The rear of the Aventador J [...]

• 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe

  In Cars, Hyundai / 13 March 2012 / 0 comments

  

  Hyundai had recently revealed pictures of 2013 Santa Fe SUV which will go on sale in summer 2012. Hyundai will debut the new Santa Fe at New York auto show. The new Santa Fe is based on Hyundai familiar yet elegant Fluidic design pattern also termed as Storm Edge. It will be equipped with daytime LED and a new hexagonal front grill. Hyundai Santa Fe since its release has sold more than 2.5 million models worldwide.    

• The new BMW M Performance Automobiles.

  In BMW, Cars / 11 March 2012 / 23 comments

  

  Powered by M. The new BMW M Performance Automobiles as seen in video above mark a completely new category of automobiles. Source: www.M-Power.com

• Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4

  In Cars, Lamborghini / 11 March 2012 / 0 comments

  

  The new Lamborghini aventador with its massive 6.5 liter V12 produces 700 bhp , 690 Nm of torque and comes with permanent all wheel drive system. The engine can be seen from the outside through a transparent cover that is available as an option. As usual the name Aventador is taken from a bull that stood for its courage in the bullring in Zaragoza. It has an all new Aluminum and carbon fiber light weight body that provides strength and rigidity. As a result it weighs only 1,650 kilograms (3637 lbs) which is phenomenal for V12 engine sports car. It comes equipped with a new automatic gearbox and according to Lamborghini gear changes are executed faster than in any gearbox, either manual or automatic and are lighter than dual clutch unit. The body of aventador has useful vents that open and close depending upon outside temperature and cooling needs.