Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Kepler Motion preview
Presented by American company Kepler Motors at the Dubai Motor Show, the Motion supercar features a 800hp Dual Powertrain Technology (DPT), which combines a 550 hp, twin-turbo V6 driving the rear wheels and a 250 hp electric motor driving the front.
This AWD system launches the Motion to 60 mph under 2.5 seconds with a top speed over 200 mph.
The Motion was developed from the ground up by a team of design engineers, aerodynamicists, product development, and manufacturing specialists and incorporates a number of technologies such as active suspension, active aerodynamics, launch control and programmable track assistant system.
The car features extensive use of carbon fiber composite materials for its monocoque chassis and body. The light, strong and highly impact-resistant structure provides a two-seat cabin designed to accommodate drivers of above average size.
The Motion uses StopTech’s new Continuous Carbon Ceramic (C3) AeroRotors on all four wheels to ensure smooth, fade-free stopping power.
Comprising silicon carbide ceramic material reinforced with long, continuous carbon fibers, the C3 brake rotor material offers mechanical durability and heat transfer capabilities.
Only 50 units will ever be produced: each vehicle will be hand assembled and deliveries will start in 2011.
Kepler Motors' founder and CEO is Russ Wicks, the only living person to hold world speed records over 200 MPH on land and water.
For more information visit www.keplermotors.com.
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2011 Opel Meriva
Opel has revealed the second generation Meriva, which showcases a sculptural design similar to the concept presented in 2008. Among the features are the rear hinged doors and a spacious and versatile interior. The new compact MPV will go on sale in Summer 2010.
It has also maintained the rear-hinged rear doors (namedFlexDoors) combined with a conentional B-pillar that facilitate access to its cabin - a first for a volume manufacturer.
The exterior design is characterized by sculptural line; the aggressive front end has large headlights similar to the Insignia, while the dynamic profile showcases two distinctive elments: the Insignia-derived “blade” side contour and the dynamic “wave” in the window line just behind the B-pillars
The new Meriva benefits from a longer wheelbase, wider front and rear tracks, all contributing to improved handling and greater ride comfort.
to see the full info Click Here!
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Peugeot SR1 Concept
Peugeot has presented its latest concept, the SR1 sportscar, which will make its debut at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show and will preview the design trends of the Marque’s future products.
The exterior design is characterized by classic GT proportions with flowing lines and a monolithic, sculpted look which offer a modern reinterpretation of the theme of the “Grand Touring Cars”.
The new design direction marked by the SR1 concept is also reflected in the new redesigned Lion Badge.
The hard top adopts preformed profile technology derived from the sailing world.
The modern hi-tech interior has a 2+1 layout, with the rear seat positioned in the middle and accessible thanks to the sliding center console.
The hybrid powertrain - with HYbrid4 technology - combines a 1.6 liter front engine with a rear electric motors.
When both units are operating, the SR1 venefits from a 313hp total output of and the all-wheel drive and all-wheel steering systems.
From the official Press Release Click Here!
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