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2011 Jaguar C-X16 Concept

Added 08:22, Under: 2011 Jaguar C-X16 Concept , Jaguar

Jaguar is bringing a new sleek concept car named the C-X16 to the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, which opens its gates on September 13. Following the release of a single teaser rendering, the British carmaker unloaded a slew of photos and information on the concept that is believed to lead to a production model sitting under the XK and aiming at the likes of both the Porsche Cayman and 911. Billed as a true driver's sports car, the strictly two-seat C-X16 is the smallest Jaguar in terms of length since the 1954 XK120. The concept is built around a shortened version of the next generation XK's aluminium chassis structure and it measures 4,445 mm (175-in.) in length, 2,048 mm (80.6-in.) in width and 1,297 mm (51-in.) in height and has a wheelbase measuring 2,622 mm (103.2-in.). Lurking under its long hood is hybrid powertrain that includes a next-generation 3.0-liter supercharged V6 petrol engine delivering 380-horses (280kW) and 332 lb ft (450 Nm) of torque and an electric motor generator integrated into the eight-speed automatic gearbox that transfers power to the rear wheels.The electric motor draws power from a 1.6kWh battery pack mounted behind the seats that is charged through a brake energy regeneration system. The motor provides and additional 95-horsepower (70 kW) and 173 lb ft (235 Nm) of torque.

A Formula 1 Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS)-inspired hybrid boost system with a steering-wheel mounted button allows for on-demand acceleration using the electric motor. Jaguar says the C-X16 tips the scales at 1,600kg (3,527 lbs) and has a perfect 50-50 weight distribution. According to the company, it is capable of accelerating from 0 to 62 mph (100km/h) in 4.4 seconds and from 50 to 75 mph (80-120km/h) in 2.1 seconds, while reaching a top speed of 186 mph (299km/h). In addition, the British firm reveals that the C-X16 is able to travel at speeds of up to 50 mph (80km/h) using electric power alone and has CO2 emissions of 165 g/km. The styling of the C-X16 is the work of Ian Callum. The exterior design mixes styling cues from both the XK (up front) and Jaguar's well received C-X75 hypercar study (at the back) from last year's Paris Auto Show, in a more compact form.

2011 Jaguar C-X16 Concept

2011 Jaguar C-X16 Concept Interior Seats

2011 Jaguar C-X16 Concept Interior Steering Wheel

2011 Jaguar C-X16 Concept Interior

2011 Jaguar C-X16 Concept

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Fast Five - Toretto’s 1970 Dodge Charger

Added 13:47, Under: Dodge , Fast Five Toretto’s 1970 Dodge Charger

In the movie Fast Five, Dominic Toretto’s 1970 Dodge Charger comes with a black light bulb, becoming more ferocious and very sporty. Nuances of classic cars are still very pronounced with the round headlights. With a machine that stands out on the hood, is characteristic of Dominic Toretto 1970 Dodge Charger. The back is the Ford 9-inch mounted on leaf springs. Tires are 255/45R20 front and 305/45R20 rear-General on wheels Torq-Thrust-style Coy’s 20-inch. Front suspension and steering changes by body part is relatively lightweight fiberglass and the result is a surprisingly sweet car to drive. Its a manual steering was very heavy and require less power, but it is accurate and relatively quick.

Dominic Toretto’s 1970 Dodge Charger is powered by a Chevrolet small-block V8 crate. Rating 400 horsepower when it was bought from Year One, this 5.7-liter OHV engine GM-built no slouch. But there is a frame-rotate 900-hp Hemi good. And with the support of GM Turbohydramatic three speed automatic transmission 400 is equipped with manual valve bodies and controlled by a ratchet shifter Winters, when you move from gear one to gear two, your body feel attracted by something that is very fast and it feels as if the body toward on the dimensions of a faster pace with the time difference very quickly.

Fast Five - Toretto’s 1970 Dodge Charger

Fast Five - Toretto’s 1970 Dodge Charger Interior

Fast Five - Toretto’s 1970 Dodge Charger

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Porsche 911

Added 23:08, Under: Porsche , Porsche 911

Porsche 911 is a beautiful car, but has a powerful engine. It has a very interesting design. Porsche 911(pronounced as Nine Eleven, Germany: Neunelfer) is a luxury 2-door sports coupe made by Porsche AG, Stuttgart, Germany. It has a distinctive design, rear-engined and with independent rear suspension, an evolution from swing pivot at the Porsche 356.

The basic concept remained little changed throughout evolution. Power generated is claimed is greater than 23 horse power generation predecessor, the Porsche 911 Carrera S. Porsche Carrera GTS complement this with a manual transmission system of six levels of acceleration. Brand new car that is claimed to speed up to 306 kilometers per hour (kpj). Newest Porsche 911 family descendants will be offered in coupe and Cabriolet versions of each valued U.S. $ 103,100 and $ 112,900, or about Rp 1.03 - Rp1, 12 billion.

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Ford F-150 Saleen S331 Sport Truck

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The Saleen S331 Sport Truck threatened to redefine the sport truck segment when the prototype was released at the 2006 Los Angeles Auto Show. Just as promised, Saleen has followed up with the production launch of both supercharged and 3-Valve versions of the Saleen S331 Sport Truck. Designed and engineered by the same technicians that hand-build the Saleen S7, the S331 merges the functionality of a truck with optimum performance and styling of a world-class sports car.The production Saleen S331 Sport Truck offers a new level of sophistication to the truck world. For the first time truck owners will feel appropriately suited arriving at the lake or symphony, said Steve Saleen, Founder and Vice Chairman of Saleen, Inc. Performance trucks seem to be universally defined as weekend drivers and show cars. The Saleen S331 maintains its position as a Saleen performance vehicle, while remaining a very capable and comfortable daily driver that has phenomenal towing capabilities. Not to mention that it looks as good as it performs.

For 2007, both Saleen S331 Sport Truck models are available as a Super Cab and feature a 331 CID (5.4L), 3-valve SOHC V-8 engine with a four-speed automatic transmission. The supercharged model packs a punch at 450 hp and 500 lb-ft of torque, which is due in part to the patented, high-flow Saleen Series VI integrated twin-screw supercharger, while the 3-Valve offers 325 hp with 380 lb-ft of torque. For increased cooling, an aluminum dual-core radiator and high-flow cooling system are also available as options on either model.