BMW M3 racing version

BMW M3 Race

 BMW M3 Race Version, BMW presented the racing version of the new BMW M3 at the Chicago Auto Show. Powered by a 485 bhp eight cylinder engine, this impressive race car has been designed to compete in the American Le Mans Series (ALMS) from 2009 onwards. The car is based on the fourth generation of the BMW M3, the high-performance sports car produced by BMW M GmbH.

BMW Motorsport Director Mario Theissen says: “With the sporting genes of the production BMW M3 being clearly evident, developing a racing version of the car was the next logical step. The fact that the road-going vehicle is fitted with a V8 engine as standard provided us with an ideal base. However, the BMW M3 is more than a race car, it has achieved legendary status amongst race fans across the globe. I am convinced that this unique story of the BMW M3 racing cars will now be expanded upon by the addition of further chapters.” 

“We are very pleased to be returning to the American Le Mans Series with our latest generation BMW M3,” states Tom Purves, Chairman and CEO, BMW of North America. “Sports car racing has been part of BMW of North America’s history practically from day one. Just two weeks after the company was formed in March 1975, a BMW CSL won the 12-hours of Sebring. We are confident that the fourth generation M3 will continue the legacy of its two predecessors which combined to win six manufacturer’s championships over nine seasons. As it has been in the past we believe the ALMS is the ideal venue to showcase the potential of the newest BMW M3.” 

BMW’s 2009 entry into the Sports Car Championship will be overseen by the United States-based Team Rahal Letterman operation. “BMW has an illustrious racing heritage,” says co-owner and US motorsport legend Bobby Rahal. “Rahal Letterman Racing is eagerly anticipating, not only becoming part of that heritage, but helping to enhance it. Our dedication to this project will be without equal and we look forward to racing at the front of the grid with BMW in the years to come.” 

The BMW M3 Race Version: Sportiness personified.

In the course of developing the race version of the BMW M3, BMW’s engineers were faced with an ambitious task: to improve upon the sportiness of an already sporting car. A better base would, though, be difficult to find. In standard form the vehicle delivers powerful dynamics and sporting aesthetics. Thanks to an eight cylinder engine producing 420 bhp, BMW’s customers are provided with a unique driving experience.

Those engine blocks, cast in BMW’s light alloy foundry in Landshut – the very source of BMW’s Formula One castings – selected for race duty need to withstand even more power: the BMW P65 engine delivers 485 bhp.

Lotus Evora Car

2010 Lotus Evora Car

 Lotus Evora Car,Lotus has released full information and photos of its latest sports car, the Evora. Previously known only by its "Eagle” code name, the car was revealed at the British auto show.

The Evora will be positioned above the Elise and Exige S models and, like the not-for-the-U.S. Europa, aims to provide increased day-to-day usability, which means it should be no harder to get in and out of than a Corvette, with a low, flat door sill. Think Porsche Cayman as opposed to all-out track toy: the Evora will carry more creature comforts and be larger (although that’s a relative term) than the Elise and Exige in an attempt to help attract new customers to the Lotus brand.

The basic structure is similar to every other modern Lotus: mid-engine, lightweight—the Evora prototype weighs 2976 pounds—and smaller than most everything else on the road. Like the Europa, the Evora has a sloped rear window and a fixed roof, although a convertible will arrive at a later date, and Lotus hints at further variants.

The Evora will be offered either as a true two-seater or with a 2+2 seating arrangement, but Lotus warns the rear seats are only suitable for children, and we suspect only those with very short legs.

Power will come from a Toyota 3.5-liter V-6 with variable valve timing, tuned to produce 276 horsepower and 252 lb-ft of torque, and Lotus says the car clears the 0-to-60-mph sprint in less than five seconds and tops out around 160 mph.

Volkswagen Passat CC R

2010 Volkswagen Passat CC R-Line Wallpapers

2010 Volkswagen Passat CC R-Line package is available with all Volkswagen Passat CC engines. Prices start at 2,200 Euros for the Passat CC 2.0 TDI (140 PS / 103 kW) with a 6-speed gearbox. Counting versions already introduced on the Golf, Scirocco, Touran, Tiguan, Passat, Passat Variant and Touareg, a total of eight models with R-Line equipment are now on the market.

Specification Ford Flex Limited AWD EcoBoost

After a more than expected successful first year on the full-size sport utility market, the 2010 Ford Flex Ecoboost AWD Limited returns with more power, performance and high-technology features. I tested the new Ecoboost ‘top-of-the-line’ Limited model that came equipped with everything I would expect in a luxury crossover sport utility.


Ford Flex already turned heads with its distinctive style and its planted stance, signature Ford aluminum grille, broad shoulders flanked by signature side grooves, a chrome strip that travels from the front A-pillar all around to the other side A-pillar, slab aluminum plate on the rear hatch, LED rear lamps, dual, 3in. polished stainless steel exhaust tips, and a flat roof, it is a style than shuns traditional crossover styling, plus you can still option for the available 2-tone roof.


The Flex comes standard with a 3.5 liter, 24-valve V6 variation of the award-winning Duratec engine family that delivers 262hp at 6,250rpm and 248lb.ft. of torque, more than enough to easily move 7-passengers and cargo; but the big news is the optional EcoBoost twin-turbocharged 3.5 liter 24-valve, direct fuel injected V6 that produces 355hp at 5,700rpm and 350lb.ft. of torque at 3,500rpm, while still returning 16mpg/city and 22mpg/highway with the standard AWD.

GENERAL INFORMATION
	2010 Ford Flex Limited AWD EcoBoost
Type	Sport Utility
Passengers	7
Doors	5
PRICE
	Flex Limited AWD EcoBoost
Price	$ 46,599
Transport and PDI	$ 1,400
MECHANICAL
	Flex Limited AWD EcoBoost
Engine	3.5L V6 EcoBoost Twin turbo DOHC 24-valve
HP (hp@rpm)	355 @ 5700
Torque (lb.ft@rpm)	350 @ 3500
Drivetrain	All-wheel drive
Transmission	6-speed automatic
Brakes	4-wheel disc
ABS	Std
Power Steering	Std
Front Suspension	Independent
Rear Suspension	Independent
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
	Flex Limited AWD EcoBoost
Air Conditioning	Dual-zone auto climate control
Cruise Control	Std
Power Locks	Std
Remote Keyless Entry	Std
Power Windows	Std
Power Mirrors	Std
Adjustable Steering	Manual tilt / telescopic
Sunroof	Opt
FUEL CONSUMPTION
	Flex Limited AWD EcoBoost
Automatic Transmission city / highway (L/100 km)	13.1 / 9.1
DIMENSIONS, CAPACITY AND WEIGHT
	Flex Limited AWD EcoBoost
Length (mm)	5,125
Width (mm)	1,927
Height (mm)	1,726
Wheelbase (mm)	2,972
Curbweight (kg)	2,105
Trunk Size (L)	415
Maximum Trunk Size (L)	3,985
Fuel Tank Capacity (L)	72.7
CO2 EMISSIONS
	Flex Limited AWD EcoBoost
Automatic Transmission (KG/year)	5198
WARRANTIES
	Flex Limited AWD EcoBoost
General (years / km)	3 / 60,000
Powertrain (years / km)	5 / 100,000
Perforation Corrosion (years / km)	5 / Unlimited
Roadside Assistance (years / km)	5 / 100,000

Mercedes-Benz E550 Cabriolet

There accept been letters about the appraisement for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-class Cabriolet. With the Cabriolet’s bigger admeasurement and added equipment, it ability appear as a abruptness to buyers that it is priced analogously to the abate CLK convertible it replaces.

A agent appear that Mercedes-Benz expects the E-class soft-top to be priced at about $56,000 for the V-6 E350 and about $65,000 for the V-8 E550 (which makes it about $8,000 added big-ticket than the auto on which the Cabriolet is based). Mercedes is befitting appraisement advice from the accessible until the Cabriolet goes on auction on May 10.

A auto and a auto in the new-generation E-class ancestors had been launched endure June. And this June, a base wagon goes on sale. Mercedes-Benz had adopted a fold-down bendable top for the E-class convertible rather than a harder top.

The CLK convertible and auto were based on the abate C class; however, they were discontinued at the end of the 2009 archetypal year with the June barrage of the new E-class coupe. The Cabriolet, which uses the E-class auto platform, is about 185 inches long.

Comparably, it is seven inches beneath than the E-class auto and two inches best than the asleep CLK. Christian Frueh, arch architect for the auto and convertible, said that admitting its bendable top, the new convertible is a four seasons, four people car primarily because of added abundance features.

2011 Mercedes-Benz E550 Cabriolet Interior

honda CRZ-IIMS 2010

One of the most favorite car in IIMS 2010, Honda CRZ came up with Hybrid engine.
Overall Honda CRZ can attract peoples..
a modern design and sporty car.. just curious when it will ready for Indonesia Market..
Let's go green with green car and hopefully the price will not in Exclusive price.

Audi TT by Abt Sportsline

Audi TT

Audi TT by Abt Sportsline, German tuner Abt Sportsline has released the details of its rather extensive tuning program for the new Audi TT. Three levels are available: TT-R, TT-Sport, and TT-iS.

The TT-R is the monster of the group, generating 355 horsepower and making the run to 62 mph in 5.1 seconds. ABT is light on the details regarding how it gets the power number up there, but we'll assume it's primarily through supercharging, since that's how they get 310 horsepower out of the 3.2L TT-Sport.

The 2.0-liter TT is not in any way neglected, either. In TT-Sport trim, the car generates 270 hp -- a substantial increase over the stock 200. With the TT-iS (intelligentSport), Abt has modified the engine management system to provide a performance bump commensurate with the grade of fuel used. When running on the highest grade of gasoline, max power is 240 horses. In addition to that, they offer a gearbox mod that increases the car's fuel economy.

Naturally, Abt Sportsline offers suspension and exhaust upgrades that complement their go-fast engine tweaks, and finally, what tuner car would be complete without the requisite body kit and wheel/tire upgrade? New skirts all around, a fixed rear wing, quad exhausts, and a set of 19" alloys complete the picture, as seen in the attached photo illustrations.

Abt took special care to make this new TT as good a performer as possible because it has a history to live up to. You see, it was their Audi TT that won the 2003 DTM championship. If the TT-R and its sporty bretheren are any indication, Abt engineers needn't worry about sullying their rep as TT performance mavens.
German tuner Abt Sportsline has released the details of its rather extensive tuning program for the new Audi TT. Three levels are available: TT-R, TT-Sport, and TT-iS.

The TT-R is the monster of the group, generating 355 horsepower and making the run to 62 mph in 5.1 seconds. ABT is light on the details regarding how it gets the power number up there, but we'll assume it's primarily through supercharging, since that's how they get 310 horsepower out of the 3.2L TT-Sport.

The 2.0-liter TT is not in any way neglected, either. In TT-Sport trim, the car generates 270 hp -- a substantial increase over the stock 200. With the TT-iS (intelligentSport), Abt has modified the engine management system to provide a performance bump commensurate with the grade of fuel used. When running on the highest grade of gasoline, max power is 240 horses. In addition to that, they offer a gearbox mod that increases the car's fuel economy.

Naturally, Abt Sportsline offers suspension and exhaust upgrades that complement their go-fast engine tweaks, and finally, what tuner car would be complete without the requisite body kit and wheel/tire upgrade? New skirts all around, a fixed rear wing, quad exhausts, and a set of 19" alloys complete the picture, as seen in the attached photo illustrations.

Abt took special care to make this new TT as good a performer as possible because it has a history to live up to. You see, it was their Audi TT that won the 2003 DTM championship. If the TT-R and its sporty bretheren are any indication, Abt engineers needn't worry about sullying their rep as TT performance mavens.

BMW Active E Concept

2010 BMW ActiveE Concept

BMW Active E Concept embodies a whole new dimension of purely electrically powered mobility. The dynamic potential and high torque of the drive system, along with the rear-wheel drive which is a hallmark of the brand, guarantees the characteristic sheer driving pleasure which is typical of BMW - but without any CO2 emissions. An impressive range of functions and a high level of suitability for everyday use are additional features of this concept, which defines electro-mobility in true BMW style.

New Audi S4

The new Audi S4 arrives in the midst of a global economic slump. It was unveiled at the Paris show, where hybrids and electric vehicles stole the limelight, and it unashamedly advertises the brand motto Vorsprung durch Technik when everybody is talking CO2 and mpg and $$.

Look closer, though, and the new S4 emerges as a surprisingly sensible proposition. It costs less than the car it replaces, it's 27 percent more frugal in the combined European Union cycle, and in format and appearance it is still perfectly socially acceptable both in sedan and wagon form. The truth is, the fastest version of the new A4 offers the best of two worlds. It's an instant-torque fuel-miser that will return 39 mpg in extra-urban mode (on the European test cycle) to reward pussy-footed drivers. At the same time, it doubles up as high-tech tearaway that employs trick steering, chassis, and differential to beam you quicker from point A to point B than most of its rivals.

But who exactly are these rivals? At BMW, the 333-hp S4 splits the 306-hp 335i and the 420-hp M3. At Mercedes, it aims at the gap between the 272-hp C350 and the 457-hp C63AMG. The car has not yet been priced for the United States, but in Germany the S4 is about ten percent more expensive than the 335ix and about five percent dearer than the C350 4Matic. But in both cases, the Audi has a power, torque, and performance advantage over the competition. Late next year, we expect to see the new RS4/RS5, which is rated at 450 hp and 331 lb-ft of torque, sources claim. For the top-of-the-line version, the Quattro division will stick to the high-revving, direct-injection 4.2-liter V-8. It is in this context worth noting that BMW and Mercedes plan to embark on a different strategy. While the next M3 will switch from a normally aspirated V-8 to a twin-turbo in-line six, the C63 replacement is expected to shed its normally aspirated V-8 for a twin-turbo eight-ender with a displacement of only 4.6 liters.

tips modification on car plan

1. Plan
The first step to change the car for a service that uses proven reputation modifier. With more experience like this, you can spend the early design changes to the car because he wanted to. If you choose to provide professional services to use, then make sure you have the budget to include additional salary. excessive budget to change the car is about 10% in terms of things that are not desired. One thing is not to be missed, make sure you are not candidates STOLEN mountain.

Furthermore, valuable input on the color, tires, interior, and other related matters.

2. Large
Do not know what car you want, then it is time to look at the wallet. Make sure you know how much of a change machine. Budgets are also influenced by what a change machine,

Research in advance what the price of spare parts and the time required for

3.Menemukan the right car
After making sure your budget is now looking for a decent used car polish, too. Less rust and damage, the more you scream wallet happy. But most importantly, make sure you research first about the car. At least you know the year of manufacture and specifications are followed.

4. Spare Parts List
After his freedom, it helps you to organize your shopping list. Write down where you store stuff so you do not buy the same item twice. Or

5. Kikis Cat
There are several methods presented several workshops that lead to erosion of paint. The most commonly used blasting media that your car back to its original color gray.

6. New Cat
Once your car 'naked' alone time for you to contact an experienced painter. References You can search through the garage and famous shopping that often provide services such as painting.

You can discuss with him about the color choice and brand. Although looking a bit pricey, but guaranteed you will not regret the outcome.

7. Engine
While your car is painted, it's time for things that are important and the most expensive to buy. Make sure you select the appropriate machine with the power you want. Next, please find a machine with the best price by type.

8. Brakes and Suspension
Search engines may be associated with the search for a suitable suspension system. Remember, it's better to have a lot of money to spend for these two things, because guaranteed durable.

Compared with the material you are looking for cheap but fast is broken. Compatible with all kinds and types of relationships with the brakes of your choice.

9. Details
After everything is installed, a little longer you will be able to buy a new car to enjoy, but a long serve targeted. But you must always remember details of people's attention, inside and outside handle.

Outside of playing too many colors, because of the possibility of disappointing results and even the unsightly appearance, but you may be very interested.

Choose a color and motion of the right techniques, because it is a factor. Similarly, the inside, added a touch of values.

Citroen DS3 1.6 THP

Citroen DS3 1.6 THP

Citroen’s DS3 has just been unveiled locally – we were invited to sample it in Gauteng. And sample it we did – it’s a stunner. Quick too - with 110kW and 240Nm on tap from its 1.6 turbo charged motor (shared with the Mini Cooper) the DS3 is capable of a 7.3 second sprint to 100kph, and onward to a top speed of 214kph. A proven suspension setup – Macpherson struts upfront, torsion beams at the rear provides the platform for the DS3’s assault on the Magaliesberg region. It even sounds the part thanks to a bassy turbo whoop exiting the exhaust pipes. But it must be said the feather in its beret has to be those drop dead aesthetics. A shark-fin C-pillar, floating roof, meaty two tone alloys and bedazzling led lamps serving as running lights means you’ll see it before you hear it. It’s proper tough-looking and is set to mix it up aggressively with the likes of Mini and the looming

Mercedes GL350 BlueTec wins best SUV

Mercedes GL350 BlueTec wins best SUV

 

 

Mercedes GL350 BlueTec wins best SUV

Mercedes GL350 BlueTec wins best SUV, Full-Size Luxury Sport Utility Vehicle, and best SUV of Texas at this year's annual Texas Truck Rodeo™, held by the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA), during a two-day event October 17-18, 2009 at the legendary Knibbe Ranch in the Texas Hill Country, outside of San Antonio.

Forty-one journalists put 16 SUVs to the test and the 2010 GL350 BlueTEC clean-diesel is now officially Best SUV of Texas. It is the first time a European luxury automaker claims this award, and it recognizes leading attributes of the redesigned 2010 GL350 BlueTEC from its off-road handling capabilities to its exceptional value, class-leading safety features, and great fuel economy. During the two day event, the Texas auto writers judge vehicles participating in the truck rodeo on many criteria with a keen focus on off-road capabilities over terrain that covers river crossings, rock climbs, and steep down-hill grades. The off-road systems of the GL350 BlueTEC manage this challenging terrain with a combination of features including, 4MATIC permanent all-wheel drive, Downhill Speed Regulation (DSR), Hill Start Assist, and AIRMATIC suspension that provides ground clearance of up to 12 inches. Unibody construction provides an integral body shell that provides ride comfort on-road and greater torsional stiffness for off-road stability. Produced in the Mercedes-Benz Tuscaloosa, Alabama plant, the GL350 BlueTEC, is one of the world's cleanest luxury SUVs with a V6 diesel engine that delivers 210 hp and 400 lb-ft. of torque, making it ideal for towing up to 7,500-lb with optional class IV trailer hitch. It provides a cruising range of up to 600 miles on one tank of fuel and qualifies for a $1,800 Alternative Motor Vehicle Tax Credit (30B). Newly restyled for model year 2010, the GL350 BlueTEC features a sporty front grille and bumpers with chrome-ringed fog lights, redesigned stainless steel skid plates with trapezoidal exhaust pipes, and 20-inch five-twin-spoke alloy wheels with all-season run-flat tires. The GL's second and third-row seats can be easily stowed to provide a flat cargo space that totals 83 cubic feet of cargo room. Safety features include standard ESP® stability control with Trailer Stability Assist, LED taillights; ABS anti-lock internally ventilated brakes; two-stage adaptive air bag for the driver and passenger, driver's knee air bag, seat-mounted side air bags in front and rear, and curtain side air bags protecting all three rows; NECK-PRO active front head restraints; and adaptive belt tensioners and force limiters. The GL is also equipped with PRE-SAFE®, a safety system that senses impending collisions and automatically positions passengers for better protection. The PRE-SAFE system will close windows and the sunroof if an impending crash is sensed while the POST-SAFE® system avoids consequential damage after an accident by turning-on hazard lights, unlocking doors, and cutting-off engine and fuel supply.