Jr. drives No.3!

WELCOME, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Through a joint effort between Richard Childress Racing, JR Motorsports, Dale Earnhardt, Inc., and Wrangler®, Dale Earnhardt, Jr. will pay tribute to his father’s upcoming induction into the NASCAR Hall of Fame by driving the No. 3 Wrangler® Chevrolet Impala in the July 2 Subway Jalapeno 250 powered by NASCAR Nationwide Series race at Daytona International Speedway.

The announcement and car unveiling was made today at JR Motorsports and to the fans at Dale Earnhardt Inc., both in Mooresville, N.C. In attendance were Richard Childress of Richard Childress Racing, Dale Earnhardt, Jr., and Kelley Earnhardt of JR Motorsports, Teresa Earnhardt of Dale Earnhardt Incorporated and Craig Errington, vice president of Wrangler® marketing. The No. 3 Wrangler® Chevrolet Impala is an RCR entry but built and prepared by JR Motorsports.

“This was an idea that came up as a way to pay tribute to my Dad, and it’s pretty cool that it’s a collaborative effort between JR Motorsports, RCR and DEI,” said Earnhardt Jr. “The Wrangler car is definitely in the top-10 of coolest cars that have ever been on the race track. A lot of people identify with it, and I can’t think of a better way to honor my dad and celebrate his induction into the NASCAR Hall of Fame than to bring the Wrangler colors back with the No. 3 on the side, similar to the ‘Wrangler Jean Machine’ scheme of the 80s. I think it will be worth seeing, and I’m looking forward to driving it at Daytona.”

The combination of Earnhardt Jr., DEI and RCR has a very brief yet shining history on the track together. In their one and only race together, Earnhardt drove the No. 3 Chevrolet to victory in the February 2002 NASCAR Nationwide Series race at Daytona International Speedway. That car, with just the one race to its credit, is on display at the RCR Museum in Welcome, N.C.

“Bringing this group of people and these organizations together is the best way I can think of to honor Dale Earnhardt’s induction into the NASCAR Hall of Fame,” said Childress. “Dale means so much to all of us, as well as his fans across the country and throughout the world. We created a special piece of history together in 2002 and, with Wrangler back on board the No. 3 Chevrolet at Daytona, we look to make some more history in July. I know the fans will love it as much as we all will.”

In support of the program, an array of licensed product will be available to fans from die-cast cars to apparel and select novelty items. Merchandise will highlight both Dale Earnhardt original Wrangler® car and Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s current paint scheme. Fans can find the products at www.nascar.com, trackside or through each of the represented team stores.

“Dale’s induction into the NASCAR Hall of Fame is truly a special honor for the Earnhardt Family as well as for all of Dale’s fans,” said Teresa Earnhardt. “Dale was a competitor, but he was also a person who loved the fans and worked hard to connect with the people who supported him through his career. Wrangler was one of Dale’s first sponsors and it’s great to connect back with those early years, where it all started for Dale as he drove his way into the Hall of Fame.”

Wrangler® has a long history with all parties involved, and is the first apparel brand to have significant involvement in NASCAR, beginning in the 1980s when Dale Earnhardt was featured in the brand’s “One Tough Customer” marketing campaign. Wrangler® was the primary sponsor of Dale Earnhardt and the famed yellow-and-blue “Wrangler® Jean Machine” from 1981 to 1987. After a couple race team changes in the early 1980s including a brief 1981 stint with Richard Childress, Earnhardt moved back to Richard Childress Racing in 1984, bringing the brand with him as his primary sponsor. In 1998, the brand became one of the first corporate sponsors to sign up with Dale in his new role of team owner of Dale Earnhardt, Inc.

The Wrangler®-Earnhardt legacy continued in 2004 with a relationship between a second generation Earnhardt and a “New Generation of Wrangler®” – Earnhardt Jr. signed on as the endorsee for the Wrangler Jeans Co.TM line of new fits and styles of jeans and apparel. This longstanding relationship continues today with Earnhardt Jr. starring in the current brand marketing campaign.

“For Wrangler, this yellow-and-blue paint scheme signifies a lot of our brand history, marketing and persona from the 1980s,” said Craig Errington, vice president of Wrangler® marketing. “It’s truly a piece of our history that will be on the track July 2 and it makes it that much more meaningful that it’s not only Dale Earnhardt’s son who will be driving it, but also the brand’s current partner and friend – Dale Jr.”

As part of Earnhardt Jr.’s tribute to his father, Wrangler® is also launching a consumer promotion offering racing fans a way to honor their own fathers with the chance to win a trip to Daytona Beach to meet Earnhardt Jr. and watch him drive the yellow-and-blue racecar. The winner will be announced on Friday, June 18, in time for Father’s Day. Fans can get more information, view the official rules and enter by visiting www.wranglersalutetodad.com beginning April 30.

Dodge Charger

Dodge Charger, 1968

There have been a number of vehicles bearing the Charger nameplate, but the name has generally denoted a performance model in the Dodge range. The 1966 to 1974 Chargers were the high performance B-body models. The 1975 to 1978 Chargers were based on the Chrysler Cordoba.

1968

It was clear after the sales drop of the 1967 Charger that a restyle was in order. Dodge was going to restyle their entire B-body lineup for 1968 and decided that it was time to separate the Coronet and Charger models even further. What designer Richard Sias came up with was a double-diamond design that would later be referred to as "coke-bottle" styling. From the side profile the curves around the front fenders and rear quarter panels look almost like a Coke bottle. On the roof a "flying buttress" was added to give the rear window area a look similar to that of the 1966 Pontiac GTO. The Charger retained its full-length hidden headlight grille, but the fully rotating electric headlights had been replaced by a simple vacuum operated cover, similar to the Camaro RS. The full length taillights were gone as well. Instead, dual Corvette-inspired taillights were added. Dual scallops were added to the doors and hood to help accent the new swoopy lines. Inside, the interior shared almost nothing with its first generation brothers. The four bucket seats were gone, the console remained the same as the '67. The tachometer was now optional instead of standard, the trunk and grille medallions were gone, the carpeting in the trunk area was gone, replaced by a vinyl mat, the rear seats did not fold forward and the space-age looking electroluminescent gauges disappeared in favor of a more conventional looking design.

In order to further boost the Charger's muscle car image, a new high-performance package was added, the R/T. This stood for "Road and Track" and would be the high performance badge that would establish Dodge's performance image. Only the high performance cars were allowed to use the R/T badge. The R/T came standard with the previous year's 440 "Magnum". The Slant Six was added to the option list in 1968, but it proved to be a very poor seller. Most people wanted a V8 in their Charger. The rest of the engine lineup (318-2, 383-2, 383-4, 426-8) remained unchanged.

In 1968 Chrysler Corporation unveiled a new ad campaign featuring a Bee with an engine on its back. These cars were called the "Scat Pack". The Coronet R/T, Super Bee, Dart GTS and Charger R/T received bumble-bee stripes (two thin stripes framing two thick stripes). The stripes were standard on the R/Ts and came in red, white or black. They also could be deleted at no cost. These changes and the new Charger bodystyle proved to be very popular with the public and helped to sell 96,100 Chargers, including over 17,000 Charger R/Ts.

A famous Charger was the four-speed, triple-black 1968 Charger R/T used in the movie Bullitt. The chase scene between Steve McQueen's fastback Mustang GT and the hitmen's Charger R/T is popularly regarded as one of the greatest car chase scenes ever filmed.

Peugeot 2008 and Citroën Crossback: confirmation of the Mitsubishi ASX derivatives

SAP wanted to confirm the information, but it is not surprising since we have seen the drawings submitted showing a modification of the front and rear of the Japanese. The Mitsubishi ASX (or RVR in Asia) will be used as a basis for future compact crossover Peugeot and Citroen.

Named in 2008 probably at Peugeot, Citroen and patronymic is less certain. C3-Crosser, C-Rider, speculation is permitted, but the brand name Crossback remains the most logical. Nevertheless, only the front and tailgate are reworked for inclusion in the respective ranges.

Theophilus Chin gives us his personal interpretation, facing the C3 in the rafters, and loud-mouthed version of Sochaux. The French versions of its output is expected in early 2012, 2 and 4 wheel drive and the volume is' approximately 50,000 vehicles per year

Toyota recalls 50,000 cars in the USA - Sequoia Suv

A scalded cat fears hot water ... As a precaution and prevention, Toyota was forced to recall some 50,000 copies of his big Sequoia Suv in the United States. I will not give you a list of all recalls since the dawn of the Toyota-Gate "but knowing that the Japanese manufacturer has won a super-fine in the USA, it is logical to act now with all the necessary precautions in this countries.

The release of the brand is very clear: "Toyota Motor Sales will make a voluntary precautionary recall of about 50,000 registered Toyota Sequoia early 2003 to update the control program stability. On vehicles not receiving update the system to stabilize the vehicle could, in rare situations, activated at low speed, about 14 km / h, for a few seconds after a shutdown and restart the vehicle could does not accelerate as quickly as expected. "

This time, it is not a vehicle model that accelerates itself but a car does not accelerate enough! In total in the world since the beginnings of the case, Toyota has recalled as many as 10 million vehicles, which begins to make many

2011 Ford Mustang V6 commercial advertising video

The latest generation of the Mustang V6 continues to talk about it, this time with its latest TV commercial, currently broadcast on U.S. screens. The Mustang offers an entirely new 6 speed box which is coupled to a new block V6 Duratec Ti-VCT 3.7 in aluminum. Decidedly Ford Mustang on the all renovated with reworked suspension as the brakes, just to follow all his horses to gallop!

The video of the advertisement is to be found below!
For more videos of the new Ford Mustang, find here the youtube channel of the Ford Mustang!

Falcon 50th anniversary

June marks fifty years since production of the Falcon began, and to celebrate Ford Australia has announced a range of anniversary models.



Available across both saloon and Ute body styles, the six variants on offer are based on the G6E, G6E Turbo, Falcon XR6, Falcon XR6 Turbo, Falcon XR6 Ute and Falcon XR6 Turbo Ute. Conspicuous by its absence is an anniversary edition of the range-topping XR8, with its 389 bhp V8 engine.

G Series 50th Anniversary models feature ‘Medium Stealth’ (whatever that means) accents on its front grilles and rear bumper insert, while the fog lamp bezels and 19” 10-spoke alloy wheels benefit from ‘Light Stealth’ accents. On the inside, there’s new leather seat upholstery with embroidered ‘50th Anniversary’ logos, a 50th Anniversary badge, carpet floor mats, special interior trim and a satellite navigation system.

All Falcon XR 50th Anniversary models get ‘Dark Stealth’ accents on the grilles, fog lamp bezels and rear bumper insert, along with ‘Medium Stealth’ accents on the 18” alloy wheels (19” on the XR6 Turbo). Also included in the specification are high series side mirrors with integrated indicators and G6-type tail lights.

It’ll be hard to not notice the XR6 anniversary models, as there’s XR50 badging, XR50 body stripes and a ‘50th Anniversary’ fender feature on the outside. Meanwhile, the theme continues on the interior with an embroidered XR50 logo on the seats, XR50 carpet mats and door scuff plates, and ‘50th Anniversary’ graphics on the instrument cluster.

As well as special interior trim, dual zone climate control, a premium audio system and a sports leather steering wheel, the Falcon XR6 50th Anniversary models also feature new partial leather for the seats. The Falcon XR6 Turbo 50th Anniversary additionally receives new leather-detailed seat trim and a reverse sensing system.



The anniversary models are launched at a time when the future of the Falcon as a distinct Australian product is in doubt. Already Ford has confirmed that the Falcon Wagon will be discontinued after June, its role assumed by the Mondeo Wagon and Falcon-based Territory SUV. The ‘One Ford’ plan, which puts a global focus on the product range, may mean the Falcon is eventually replaced by a version of the North American Taurus.

Geely introduced 11 new products - 2011 New Geely Models Pictures

April 27 opened the door for visitors, Beijing Motor Show - Auto China 2010. Car exhibition brought together more than 2000 producers from 16 countries. The largest Chinese automaker, the company Geely, presented at the stand scale, area of 3000 m2, 54 exhibits, 11 of which - the premiere.

Company in Beijing opened this year under the motto "For cleaner tomorrow» (For a Greener Tomorrow). This means that the central place here will be given an environmentally friendly vehicle. The exhibition area is enormous - 200 000 m2. She collected 2,000 automakers from 16 countries, showing 990 cars and 89 auto premier.

The largest Chinese automaker, the company Geely, at the motor show Auto China 2010 in favor with the large-scale exposition. Stand area - 3000 m2. It takes a good half of the exhibition hall. Along the perimeter of the stand installed huge plasma screens, performing the function of bright vibrant background exhibits Geely. Their company has whole 54, 39 of which - cars, 14 power plants and one exhibition layout.

Exposition company is divided into six zones. Three zones occupy separate subbrands Geely: Emgrand, Gleagle and Englon. Even in the three theme parks built in displaying powertrain: Safety Park, Power Train Park and the New Energy Park. Also, the Chinese automaker demonstrates the security system of own development. One of them - the famous active safety system - BMBS, which helps the driver lost control of his car in case of sudden puncture or rupture of the wheel. Park transmissions adjacent to the park "New Energy", where the company Geely, following up with the times, shows own the latest developments in the field of electric motors and hybrid technology. Together, these two parks are intended to demonstrate the global trend of development of the Chinese company, which does not stand still, and with the latest developments in the area Motors intends to increase its competitiveness is the world globally.

For world markets, and is ruler subbrands Geely - Emgrand, Gleagle and Englon, which the company introduced the world last year at the Shanghai Motor Show. At the Auto China 2010 is represented serial models. And their bench, there are 30 cars: 11 models under subbrands Emgrand, 10 models and brands Gleagle 9 models Englon. The variety is impressive: eight sedans, hatchbacks, seven, seven SUVs and crossover vehicles, minivan, four, two sports car and two pickups. It was here, in the stands subbrands, presented 11 prime Geely.

At the exhibition there was a place and the new modifications of already known Ukrainians models Geely - affordable sedans in the class IC, sedan and hatchback class "C» - Geely MK and MK-2, Saloon Class «C-high» - Geely FC. But at the same time, "stoppers" huge "dzhiliyskoy" exhibition are the viewers are already familiar "concepts" in the past, but now the model received a life on the assembly line - a super-car Geely GT; mini-car, fueled by energy from the solar battery located on the roof, three-door "baby» Geely IG; representation Geely GE and London cab Geely TXN. All models for the year experienced restyling and demonstrated in a new guise.

Remarkably, at the Beijing Motor Company Geely does not represent a single concept car. This emphasizes that in these times when the world economy is experiencing a financial crisis, we must focus on the effectiveness of development and approach them with a good dose of pragmatism. At the exhibition the company announced its intentions to further the global automotive industry: by 2015 to produce 40 models of cars. Company's plans do not seem overly ambitious, given that it already produces 30 models of cars.

From a range of new products the Chinese automotive exposition Geely in Ukraine will most likely fall avtomobilchik A-class, and along with it - the premium-class sedan and crossover under subbrands Emgrand.

Prototype Volkswagen Golf VII 2013 spotted at Nurburgring

Volkswagen MkVII Golf from an external point of view is still similar to the current generation of this model, which is why the car does not need any disguise.

There is only one question, why develop the next generation Volkswagen Golf, if the new has appeared only in 2009? The answer, perhaps, will read, the current generation Volkswagen Golf is based on the platform Volkswagen PQ35, which has yielded some current models of change, but the next generation of models based on the Buda completely new platform MQB («Modular Querbaukasten»), which will be a little more his predecessor.

Current models of the company VW Group, which already received MQB platform include recently submitted VW Sharan and Seat Alhambra. Also on this new platform will be based and Audi A3 2012.

Fiat New UNO 2011 official reveal pictures, details, specs, price

Fiat presented on Thursday (22), the New Uno, compact model that goes on sale officially in May. The model arrives to bolster the Italian brand in the segment of the popular, offering three versions of finish (Vivace, and Attractive Way) and two engine options (1.0 and 1.4). Prices were not disclosed.

In a statement released this afternoon, the only Italian manufacturer has confirmed the arrival of the model for short, always with four doors. The two will arrive during 2010. Currently, we have the Vivace 1.0, 1.0 Way, Way 1.4 Attractive and 1.4. The engine power will be for the 75/77 hp and 85/88 hp 1 liters to 1.4 liters, with both flex-fuel technology.

The manufacturer promises high degree of customization of the model. Although not disclosed, it is known that the hatch will have options of adhesives for the body, finishes to the island (four, so we have information) and different wheel covers and alloy wheels.

Prices should stay at around R $ 27 thousand.

AutoClassic Brasil

Please click on the photo to see the larger version of this photo. AutoClassic Brasil's event poster.

Grand Am Rolex-Lime Rock practice

LAKEVILLE, Conn. - The GRAND-AM Rolex Sports Car Series Daytona Prototypes made their long-awaited first appearance at Lime Rock Park on Tuesday, taking part in an unofficial test in preparation for the Memorial Day classic.

A total of 19 cars - including 11 Daytona Prototypes - tackled changing weather conditions throughout the six-hour session. The GRAND-AM Rolex Sports Car Series presented by Crown Royal Cask No. 16 will race here on Monday, May 31, at 2 p.m. ET (SPEED, live), featuring both the Daytona Prototypes and production-based GT cars.

Competitors gave favorable reviews to the new 1.5-mile layout, using the optional uphill with the classic West Bend.

Daytona Prototype teams participating included two cars from both Michael Shank Racing and Starworks Motorsports, along with single cars from TELMEX Chip Ganassi with Felix Sabates, GAINSCO/Bob Stallings Racing, Brumos Racing, Action Express Racing, SunTrust Racing, AIM Autosport and Krohn Racing.

GT teams included three Mazdas from SpeedSource plus the Dempsey Racing/Team Seattle Mazda, Racers Edge Mazda, Magnus Porsche, Turner BMW and Whelen Corvette.

By the end of the day and on a dry track, Daytona Prototype drivers were turning laps in the 49-second range. Drivers in the GT class, which last visited Lime Rock in 2008 on the old course, clocked in at 53 seconds.

"A lap goes so quick here," said Rojas, testing the championship-leading TELMEX BMW Riley with Joey Hand. "The biggest thing I remember is that you have to stay on top of things the entire time. There isn't a lot of time to do things here."

David Donohue is happy to see the Daytona Prototypes becoming part of the Memorial Day Weekend habit.

"Lime Rock was one of the tracks I grew up on and a place my father (Mark Donohue) was really good at," said Donohue, sharing the No. 59 Brumos.com Porsche Riley with Darren Law. "I'm definitely looking forward to coming back on Memorial Day and being part of that tradition."

The only incident of the day occurred late in the session, when Nick Longhi spun the No. 69 FXDD Mazda RX-8 into the guardrail on the back straightaway. Longhi was uninjured. The team currently leads the GT team championship by three points (118-115).

The Memorial Day weekend will also feature a Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge race on Saturday, May 29. The Rolex Series events will be compressed into a single day, with practice at 9 a.m. and qualifying at 11:55 a.m.

Beijing 2010: BAIC (Saab) C60 and C71 and swappable batteries

It didn't take long for Beijing Automotive Industries Company (BAIC) to start making use of the old 9-3 and 9-5 tooling it bought from Saab last fall. After grafting on a new nose and taillights, both have been reborn as the C60 and C71.

It's not clear what's propelling the regular versions of these two reworked Saabs, however, there was a second ex-9-5 on display dubbed the C71EV. That version had a battery pack inserted into the floor and featured what BAIC was labeling as a fast battery switch system (ala Better Place).

The sign next to car claims a 90-mile range, but we think that's highly optimistic given the size of the sedan and the comparatively small battery pack. Of course, that's assuming this is actually a functional car.

Beijing 2010: Honda Li Nisn Everus sedan concept

The Beijing Motor Show is well under way, and Honda is showing off a new concept slated for the Chinese market. Called the Li Nian Everus, the car is the fruit of a partnership between the Japanese automaker and its Chinese partner, Guangqi Honda Automobile. We don't have too many details on the sedan other than the fact that at this point, it's nothing more than a concept.

Judging by the renderings, we're tempted to guess this thing has more than a little Civic DNA swimming around in its blood stream, though it looks like Honda raided the Acura design department for the car's less-than-traditional nose and rear-end.

Speaking of the Civic, it would make some sense if Honda swapped a little sheet metal and called it a day. Honda's compact is sold under the Dongfeng Honda banner, leaving Guangqi Honda Automobile without a comparable model. Our guess is that when the Everus comes to market, it will be slightly more upscale and boast more standard niceties than its sibling.

Beijing 2010: 2011 Audi A8 L W12 stretches onto the stage

Measuring approximately 17.5 feet long, the 2011 Audi A8 L W12 is certainly quite grandioso. And while the 500-horsepower 12-cylinder engine and new eight-speed automatic transmission are certainly nothing to sneeze at, what's most impressive about the long-wheelbase A8 is the rear seat accommodations. Holy mackerel.

You want gobs of leather, a full-length center console, heated and cooled seats that massage you as well as a folding ottoman for premium comfort? You got it. The A8 L's 122.9-inch wheelbase means there's tons of legroom (duh), and we're seriously eager to get some R&R time in the back of this luxury barge.

Beijing 2010: 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton ups the luxe

As impressive of a vehicle as the seminal Volkswagen Phaeton may have been, the uber-luxe German sedan was an unqualified flop of an experiment here in the United States. In some other parts of the world, though, VW's BMW and Mercedes-Benz (not to mention VW-owned Audi) competitor is still going strong.

Hence, VW has seen fit to give the Phaeton a mild update for the 2011 model year, and it tellingly used the Beijing Motor Show as the platform to reveal its top-shelf sedan. In case you missed the exterior changes, take a closer look at the front and rear fascias, where you'll find tighter lines and new LED lighting.

It's inside the cabin where the Phaeton gets the bulk of its improvements. Included in the refresh is VW's latest navigation technology, along with a helpful seeing-eye camera that can monitor speed limit and no passing signs and inform lazy drivers of the data. There is also a lane-departure system that keeps the car between the proper lines and Dynamic Light Assist that adjusts the headlights to keep from blinding oncoming traffic.

Powertrain options remain the same as before, with a 450-horsepower 6.0-liter W12 engine taking top billing over a 335-hp 4.2-liter V8 and a 3.6-liter V6 that puts out 280 ponies. Finally, those looking to save a few bucks at the pump can opt for a 3.0-liter diesel V6.

Audi 100

Audi 100, 1979

The C2 Audi 100 was launched in 1976, with crisper styling and an unusual five-cylinder engine (the first gasoline 5 in the world - Mercedes-Benz had shown the way in 1974 with their three litre Diesel 5cyl in the Mercedes-Benz C111). It was initially a 100 bhp (74 kW) engine offering "5 cylinder power and 4 cylinder economy", and later upgraded to 136 bhp (100 kW).

The Coupé was discontinued, but a five-door hatchback model, the 100 Avant, was launched as part of this generation. Two- and four-door models continued.

The 100 was sold as the Audi 5000 in the United States, in order to rebrand the car and avoid association with the C1. It was a sales success, allowing Audi to spread development costs over a much wider base than Europe-only competitors.

In 1980, the Audi 200, a plusher variant that included a turbocharged model of 170 bhp, available in 200 5E or 200 5T spec for the UK. The 5T or turbocharged model in addition of the 5E model featured heated seats, opening front quarter windows, cruise control, ski bag, green heat insulated glass, electric sunroof and elec heated mirrors.
Standard in 3 speed auto. The only options listed in the brochure were 5 speed manual transmission at no extra cost, air con and leather seating. The car was marketed in the US as the 5000 Turbo. The Audi 100/200 was succeeded by the C3 platform model in 1983, and the 200 followed one year later.

Opel Astra Sports Tourer 2011 showed its interior spy

Once a new interpretation of Opel Astra went on sale last year, buyers have been eagerly awaiting the appearance of sport version of the German car, whether universal or any other body, did not play any importance. New Opel Astra give up some of the classical principles of the old model, which has also attracted increased attention, becoming more athletic and dynamic.

Let the new version of the Opel Astra Sports Tourer in 2011 and still has some "square" corners, do not doubt that in the serial version of all these places to get exciting curvature and make the car more enjoyable to read.

Opel Astra Sports Tourer 2011 has once again been seen fotoshpionami, one of whom had the courage to get closer to the prototype so to capture the inner space of new items.

With regard to possible engine of the new model, while not expected any changes, Opel Astra Sports Tourer will use the same range as the hatch, including the 1.4-liter, 1.6-liter turbocharged version, 180 hp, and three turbo diesel version - 1.3, 1.7, 2.0 liters.

Lotus began to develop cars first pictures

Lotus Engineering, engaged in the development of sports cars, as well as their optimization, reducing weight, reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, will develop the car.

The prototype for the new model can serve as Toyota Venza, but Lotus is 38% lighter while retaining some elements of the exterior and interior design of their donor, but adding a few new security systems and components that enhance engine performance.

The lounge will add seats, whose weight will be reduced by 50%, controls for climate, navigation electronics. The chassis and suspension components should be reduced, also reduced glazing models, including reducing the windshield.

It is planned that some of the welded joints of the body will be replaced by adhesive that will significantly reduce the costs of organizing production.

Developments are already finished, and by 2017 to begin serial production of passenger Lotus in 2020, and then begin designing the next car models of the company.

Lexus will send mileage hybrid bike [pics]

Concept hybrid bike Lexus Hybrid Bicycle to take part in the British Bike Ride Great British Bike Ride, which will be held from 1 to 4 September 2010 in the UK. For the first time this model was shown at the Tokyo Motor Show in 2009.

"Hybrid" is equipped with an electric motor and lithium-ion battery system for energy recovery during braking. Lexus Hybrid Bicycle - four-wheel drive and can be driven at the same time as the pedal (rear wheel) and engine (front wheel). Concept is equipped with vosmiskorostnoy gearbox - similar to the transmission in hybrid sedan LS 600h. The body is made of carbon fiber bike.

Currently, plans for mass production of a hybrid bike with a Lexus no.

In 2009, Sanyo introduced four-wheel bicycle, equipped with an electric motor and system stabilization. Depending on the mode of batteries, the stock of the engine is enough for 32-100 miles.

Alfa Romeo has unveiled official price Giulietta for UK market

Alfa Romeo has unveiled the official price of its Giulietta for the UK market. The compact Italian will start there at 16.995 pounds in its basic version 1.4 petrol 120hp Turismo TB, the equivalent of 19,515 euros ... At the top of the range exhibit coming Giulietta Cloverleaf animated 1750 block TBi 235 hp. Tariff announced for this sport: £ 24,495.00 or € 28,130. And as for better orchestrate its launch across the channel, the Giulietta go in early summer 2010 to meet the public on the 'Goodwood Festival of Speed ... The occasion will also celebrate the centenary of the brand!

In France the price of the Giulietta range between 21,500 and € 32,500

Jaguar XF is ready for British police

275-horsepower Jaguar XF 3.0 Diesel S You should all come down with heavy equipment do you want the XF-S fast off, he does sprint in 6.4 seconds to 100 km / h and he loves it for only a limited view at 250 km / h. All that speed will be at the Police car a little higher.