Archive for September, 2008
At the Auto Salon in Paris, Ford will bring a SUV version of the Kuga propelled by a 2.5 turbo engine and equipped with individual packages. Being available on the Focus ST models or on the new Mondeo, the turbo five cylinders propeller of 2.5 liters developed by Kuga in the case of “only” 200 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 320 Nm between 1,600 and 4,000 rpm.
Ford Kuga 2.5 Turbo Individual
The engine can be connected to a manual transmission with 6 degrees or an automatic 5 degrees. Besides the new motor, the new Kuga will receive individual package, which consists of a new bodykit consisting of redrawn Spoil in the front and in the rear side and thresholds aileron, 20 inches rims and interior improvements.
Ford Kuga 2.5 Turbo Individual
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Maserati is preparing a surprise for October 2, which represents the date and the first day of the Auto Salon in Paris. It seems that the Italians have never had the patience until now and we were surprised with the launch of several photographs and details about the GranTurismo MC Corse Concept.
Maserati GranTurismo MC Corse Concept
The new concept was developed specifically for the circuit, is based on the model GranTurismo S and is propelled by the same V8 engine of 4.7 liters. GranTurismo MC Corse Concept received a new intake and a new exhaust system and benefits of 450 hp. On the exterior, the concept has received a new aerodynamic kit and 18 inches rims, while the interior was equipped with a roll cage approved by the FIA. The suspension and braking system were also improved.
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Audi demonstrated once again the performance of modern diesel engines in an unique duel that took place prior the “Festival of Speed” meeting at Goodwood (England): In a 1-kilometer acceleration race at RAF Wittering, the Le Mans winning Audi R10 TDI driven by Allan McNish was just narrowly beaten by a 15,000-bhp combat aircraft from the Royal Air Force (RAF).
Audi R10 TDI Versus Jet-Fighter
Despite the 650-hp Audi R10 TDI being designed to start races from a “rolling” as opposed a “standing start”, the revolutionary diesel sportscar was quicker off the line and in the lead for almost the whole 1-km distance before the Harrier GR7 “Jump Jet” just beat the Audi by literally a “nose” before it took off in front of a 5,000 crowd.
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Silvertip Design, a British company has designed a concept that is a something between a light rail and a bus and they’ve called it “The Blade Runner concept“. It’s made to reduce traffic congestion and is a dual-mode vehicle concept.
The Blade Runner
The unique feature of the Blade Runner is that it is equipped with both road wheels and retractable rail wheels, so it can switch between railway tracks and driving on roads.
The Blade Runner has a hybrid-electric and diesel engine and an electric one. It can reach a maximum speed of 120 km/h, consumes about 14-20l/100km and it’s weighing 15 tons. It can house 105 people both standing and sitting.
The Blade Runner
The Blade Runner can run on existing roads and railway lines and it can run efficiently on long distance rails and also save fuel. It also can travel in an automated way or can be driven manually.
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German tuner Rieger has launched a package of tuning for Wagon version of the new Ford Mondeo. The kit includes an extension for front spoiler, side thresholds and a new rear spoiler that comes in 3 different versions, depending on the evacuation. All components are available in ABS plastic or aspect of carbon fiber. For those who want more than that, Rieger offers a new KW suspension and a chip tuning of SKN Technology.
New Ford Mondeo tuned by Rieger
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