Holden Efijy Concept Review

Holden Efijy Concept is a coupe radical custom pillar boasting V8 Supercar power under the bonnet, Chevrolet Corvette underbody and state of the art automotive technology throughout. The painting 'Soprano Purple' highlights its curvaceous body of 5.2 meters, reinterpreting the classic design cues of the iconic 1953 FJ Holden. It delivers retro, mumbo and things in a beautiful package. Of course, not intended for production, Holden has a passionate side project Efijy for members of some teams Holden Design to create something else that was devoted to the all-new 2006 Commodore. A long-term dream for Chief Designer Richard Ferlazzo Holden Efijy together almost 20 suppliers to the latest mechanical, electronic and equipment marking and ideas. Automotive excess pounds through a 480 kilowatt, supercharged six-liter V8 engine and air adjustable shock absorbers with an LCD touch screen control and air-cooled LED headlamps. GM Holden Chairman and Managing Director, Denny Mooney, said Holden Efijy project was a bold statement on the creative talent in designing Holden series. Mr. Mooney said, reduces the project as a collaboration with suppliers, the impact on the heavy work schedule and ensured the company to the highest quality possible for the showcar has been developed.

"Efijy is all about fun, emotion and imagination. It shows what you can do a certain number of intelligent design and talented, if they let go, to create something really wild," said M . Mooney. "This year was a fantastic opportunity for us, something that our designers have the ability and versatility is salient. Efijy reminisce course different for everyone who sees it. People could FJ on the links, the glorious custom cut for years or 1930 years to focus on great design flair of the 1950s. "
Design philosophies
Holden Chief Designer Richard Ferlazzo and Holden Efijy project, conceived as the designs Efijy first time in 1989 and is a car fanatic longstanding custom, said that the car exists purely for automotive entertainment. "Without exception, people smile when they see for the first time. Holden Efijy is our reward for the most talented designers who cut loose with some fantastic flamboyant style in the 1940s post-war and 1950, "said Ferlazzo. "To ask the question" what these people have created with all the skills and technology we have now, "Holden Efijy and could be the all-Australian answer to that question. Efijy even with the legions of custom car and target hot rod enthusiasts whose appetite is not usually met in the arena concept car. Above all, itsends the news that the same people, day jobs entirely sensible practical design cars have the passion and inspiration, to some something as outrageous as Efijy create. We are all car nuts together and focused on the fact that Holden Efijy our Motor Show in Sydney is on the way to legitimize this form of automotive design in the mainstream. "
External and internal stresses

 
The design team has cleverly design elements in the radical FJ Efijy is cut to the body taken to publish the recognition of the important aspects of the 1953rd The famous landmark familiar FJ grille jobs larger than life at the front, a low- , large and beautiful and full of extravagant elongated retro chic. The chassis has been lengthened Corvette running on Holden Efijy body of over 700 millimeters longer than the FJ by which it has inspired welcoming. Soprano Purple paint has multiple translucent pigmented topcoats which creates the wealth, the effect of depth. All brightwork on the vehicle is machined by hand the authentic look, nowhere more obvious than to maximize the beautiful hello FJ barbecue before striking. A proximity sensor opens the automatic door, the driver approaches, reveals deep cream leather twin tomb stone shaped seats with integrated seat belts. The menu, touch control LCD screen and a glossy panel with the number '53 '- another FJ gesture - are set in the dashboard body-color metal and vibrating with an X-ray retro orange glow. There are pearlescent, Bakelite button-style controls the automatic electronic transmission and hard floor curved maple wood veneer is finished with aluminum inserts. Efijy prowling appearance can be accentuated by the air suspension wire. The touch screen LCD by pressing the LCD screen can range Holden Efijy squat, only 27 inches off the ground or at a height of more practical training. The use of LED headlights and taillights are in the vehicle by liberal LED applications, including courtesy lights and threshold lights accompanied plate lamps. Several are dual filament, so they throw different colors depending on the application. Like any great showcar is Holden Efijy concept with cutting-edge entertainment system featuring hard drive audio and video storage via an amplifier and speaker configuration leads large populations.
Mechanical Stresses
The LS2 6.0-liter supercharged V8 has been and Ron Harrop, even during the Australian automotive and motorsport and an ex-FJ Holden racer known modified. Driven by a Roots-type compressor, the engine delivers peak power of 480 kW (645 hp) at 6400rpm and maximum torque of 775Nm (560 foot-pounds) at 4200rpm. These performance figures are equal to the specified output from 2005 Series V8 Supercars, and almost 11 times greater than the 45kW (60 hp) in the 1953 FJ Holden. Efijy The engine is mated to a rear-mounted four-speed automatic transmission with push-button electronic control. Limited slip differential is fitted for obvious reasons. The exhaust is custom made stainless steel 2.5-inch dual system with a compact head and tips machined aluminum exhaust that you customized. Power is transferred to massive 22-inch to 10-inch machined aluminum wheels with fluting which echoes the FJ originally smaller than 15 inches by 4 inches. According to his legacy sled street, the front wheels of 20 inches by 9 inches. The brakes feature 381mm (15 inch) grooved and ventilated front and rear rotors, combined with six-piston aluminum fixed calipers on the front calipers and four-piston aluminum fixed on the rear axle.
Development schedule

 
Advanced designs for Holden Efijy were prepared in 2003, the 50th Anniversary of the original FJ. Clay models were prepared but plans were put aside to make way for other stunning concept cars than last year Torana TT36. The project was finally approved earlier this year for 2005 Australian International Motor Show in Sydney. This gave the team eight months to bring like-minded suppliers on board and complete the Holden Efijy in order to build a greatly reduced cost compared to most cars show. "Efijy was a real labor of love for all participants, and it shows in how he feels. He gave us a unique opportunity to showcase Holden and creative abilities of some of our key partners, to a way that appeals to a wider audience, "said Ferlazzo." It's a long way to this reality and the ideal time to do before we pull the covers from our new range was Commodore. We are quite sure that a motor show in Australia has never been something Efijy a local car manufacturers saw. "
Specifications

    Size
        Length: 5162 mm
        Width: 1999 mm
        Height - drive setting: 1386 mm
        Height - show setting: 1274 mm
        Ground clearance - drive: 139 mm
        Ground clearance - show: 27 mm
        Front track: 1640 mm
        Rear track: 1660 mm
        Wheelbase: 2946 mm
    Powertrain
        Engine: GM 6.0-liter LS2 V8 aluminum with Roots-type supercharger
        Bore and stroke: 101.6 mm x 92.0 mm
        Compression ratio: 10.9:1
        Power and torque: 480 kW (645 hp) at 6400 rpm
        Torque: 775Nm (560 ft / lb) @ 4200 rpm
    Exhaust: Custom, block hugger headers, stainless steel 2.5-inch dual system, billet aluminum exhaust tips
    Bridge: GM four-speed automatic electronic transmission, push button electronic control, limited slip differential

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Citroen Cruise Crosser Concept Review

André Citroën organized the first motor crossing of the Sahara in 1922. Across five half-tracked vehicles, heavy too rocky and inhospitable terrain, were the first to travel to Algeria to French West Africa. Galvanized for use by those followed, André Citroën with Cruise in 1924 Cruise in the Black and Yellow 1931. The public has been thoroughly these truly adventurous expeditions in Asia and Africa, which is fascinating at the time as important economic, humanitarian, scientific and cultural missions recognition.

Citroen hints at the past with Cruise Crosser, a rough concept car produced by the Off-Road Espera Sbarro School in partnership with Citroën Styling. This off-road concept on the first luxury SUV Citroën C-Crosser, based with three axles and six wheels is equipped, like the first half-track vehicles, give it traction in the worst possible conditions, snow, sand or mud to come.
Off-road adventure and recreation
The orange Cruise Crosser is easy to see where she roams. The large red circles on each side of the vehicle underline its mission, traveling anywhere and everywhere, north, south, east or west.
Cruise Crosser is a large open space in the back, offer to transport space for extra passengers (removable row 3) or a large cargo area without problems luggage, shovels, tents and other accessories. The opening mechanism of the tailgate loading easier, while step plates on either side of the vehicle access to the rear.

The Cruise Crosser is equally impressive inside. The leather seats in rows 1 and 2 have to hide a particularly high-tech design with mesh-style athletic appeal confirms both the vehicle and the care that went to the passengers a comfortable trip as a whole. Orange exterior color is elegant in the shape of the seat, instrument panel and door panels again. These and other details bring a generous dose of visual and tactile pleasure for the efficient and functional cabin Cruise Crosser.
Technology, with minimal impact on the environment
Cruise Crosser has a powerful technology for heavy duty off-road adventures. Passengers can rest assured that Cruise Crosser will never let you down. On mountain roads and other surfaces evil uncivilized country, the driver can activate the third electric axle for outstanding traction. The vehicle also has sand boards at the rear for extrication. Finding your way is a breeze with the navigation system and Cruise Crosser also features a DVD player, travels more enjoyable.
These escapades do not come at the expense of the environment. True to its commitment to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, Cruise Crosser is a diesel hybrid drivetrain combining a diesel engine with an electric motor located under the dump bed. Traction is used by the third axis in connection with the drive wheels of other difficult terrain, improved with stones, sand or snow. Used alone, this third axis, it is possible to drive in "Zero Emission Vehicle" mode. In this mode, the silent and non-aggressive Cruise Crosser is in perfect harmony with its surroundings and the people are enjoying the journey carefree.

Cruise Crosser can create the regions defined by the majority of travel and from A to B in the toughest conditions. It embodies a new kind of adventure. An adventure made possible by the efficiency, advanced technology. An adventure sports and daring, full of vitality and energy - but one that is intelligent, is also in the greatest respect for the environment.

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Ferrari 458 Spider Review

The new Ferrari 458 Spider 458 Italy joined, expanding the reach of the Ferrari V8 engine and rear center with the same treatment without compromising technological solutions, and performance in an open configuration of smooth. This Ferrari features a patented, fully retractable hard top, a world first for a sports car with this layout.
Ferrari 458 Spider is powered by a Ferrari V8 570 hp 4499 cc engine named the International Year of 2011. Power is transferred to the Ferrari road class-leading dual-clutch F1 paddle shift transmission with a sophisticated E-Diff, which is itself integrated with the F1-Trac traction control performance and dynamic handling of maximum ABS. This car offers a 0 to 100 km / h in under 3.4 seconds and a top speed of 320 km / h
Some features, such as mapping of the accelerator and multi-link suspension damping, has been calibrated to ensure sportiness and driving pleasure with the absolute maximum top to bottom, in line with the tradition of exclusive spider Maranello. Even the sound of the engine has been refined to ensure that the occupants of the car completely captivated by the experience of driving a convertible.

All aluminum hard top solution adopted for the Ferrari 458 Spider offers a number of advantages over traditional folding soft top, including a reduction in body weight 25 kg compared to the Ferrari F430 Spider and deployment time only 14 seconds. Fully integrated in the style of the car, the hard-top is designed to fit perfectly coming from the engine compartment without sacrificing aerodynamics or performance car. Small space required to house the roof allows the designer to include a generous bench in the back of the trunk in the back seat.
The back of the car is characterized by innovative forms of support designed to optimize airflow to the engine intake and clutch and transmission oil coolers. For maximum comfort while driving up and down the Ferrari 458 Spider has a large wind power stops adjusted. The design has been refined to slow down and distribute the air in the cockpit, which allows normal conversation to take place even at speeds exceeding 200 km / h
New technical solutions to guarantee the level of structural rigidity chassis is identical with the roof up or down. The result is a car that is really exciting to drive, combining the best performance with a response that has always characterized the Ferrari Berlinetta conversion.

Its class-topping performance side, the new car also has a fuel consumption of the first class, and the level of emissions. Thanks to Hele (High Emotion Low Emission) system, in fact, fuel consumption in combined cycle is 11.8 l/100 km CO2 emissions Urban with 275 g / km.
Ferrari 458 Spider - Technical Specifications

    Machine
        Longitudinal mid-rear V8
        Bore / stroke: 94 x 81 mm
        Displacement: 4499 cc
        Maximum power: 570 hp (562 hp) at 9000 rpm
        Maximum torque: 540 Nm @ 6000 rpm
        Maximum speed: 9000 rpm
        Compression ratio: 12,5:1
        Specific power: 127 hp (125 hp) per liter
        Power / weight ratio: 2.51 kg / hp
        Direct injection
        Dry sump lubrication
    Performance
        0-100 km / h: 3.4 s
        0-200 km / h: 10.8 s
        100-0 km / h: 32.8 m
        Maximum speed: 320 KMH
    Price: € 226,800 (Italy - OTR)

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Lexus LFA Nurburgring Package Review

In celebration of the LFA is the third winner out of class at the Nurburgring 24 hour race in 2010 created the Lexus Lexus LFA Nurburgring Package for customers who prefer their cars to be a little more focus on monitoring.
Limited to only 50 units in total vehicle output cycle, from the Nurburgring package is scheduled for the second year of production in 2012 Lexus LFA.
To improve the monitoring of lead even further, aerodynamic performance of the LFA with the Nurburgring package have been changed by revision and addition of carbon fiber reinforced plastic a few keys. Combine to provide a better downforce at high speeds, these changes include further spoiler, side spoiler wing, aileron duck, and fixed rear wing.
Stimulated 420kW/571 bhp maximum power. This ensures that the LFA maintains acceleration time from 0-100 km / h in just 3.7 seconds and 325 km / h maximum speed, although the additional drag created by the increased support. The time shift of 0.15 seconds.
In terms of management changes, Lexus LFA Nurburgring package includes sport tuned suspension, reduction in vehicle height of 10 mm mesh-type wheels and high-traction tires exclusively dedicated.
Customer LFA Nurburgring determine individual training package will be offered by one of the Nordschleife Nurburgring chief instructor, and will also receive a packet from one year to driving the Nordschleife.
Carbon fiber reinforced plastic constructionAccording to Haruhiko Tanahashi, chief engineer of the LFA development program, one of the main elements of the definition of LFA is the need to maintain the total weight of the car to an absolute minimum. This resulted in a dramatic decision for the life of the development of LFA to switch from aluminum to carbon fiber construction reinforced sophisticated chassis and plastic body.
This decision was made more difficult by the decision Tanahashi-san to develop sophisticated LFA CFRP structure at home, instead of using third-party vendors. Evaluation of braking on the ground - one of which falls directly in line with the philosophy behind the LFA to handle new equipment and cutting-edge production process - taken with an eye on the past and future.
The legacy of Toyota Motor Corporation as one of the world's most advanced textile weaving creates a vital resource of history that the team Tanahashi-san CFRP structures based on the development of the LFA. Historically, the revolutionary development of an automatic machine for weaving by Toyota Motor Corporation, not only makes a significant contribution to the economy of Japan in producing high-quality fabrics at a lower cost, but also makes an important contribution to society as a whole.
Similarly, the radical switch to production for the development of LFA CFRP pushing technical boundaries that engineers moved to Toyota Motor Corporation of traditional fiber weaving crafts advanced three-dimensional carbon. And benefits of technological advances, the use of lightweight materials CFRP heavy metals also reduce the impact of LFA on the environment.
A striking example of the advantages Tanahashi-san and his team extracted from the weaving heritage of Toyota Motor Corporation has been developing enterprise broken wire detection technology is integrated into the original fabric weaving. Updated wire sensor mechanics with laser technology for amazing accuracy to monitor the integrity of the network not only provides insight into important team in the process of weaving, but also saves development time critical.
At four times the strength of aluminum, not just the middle to create the CFRP structure is very rigid and strong, will also achieve significant weight savings, reduced body weight of 100 kg at an estimated equivalent aluminum body. Working with CFRP will also significantly reduce the manufacturing time for long-LFA componentry. The decision to develop its own technology CFRP material will also ensure the quality of the carbon fiber used Lexus that meets certain standards.
Unlike some vehicles that have the performance of carbon fiber construction, resin technology used in advanced chassis LFA are the same used in the space program's most powerful at this time, promoted weight and quality unmatched strength. This extensive use of CFRP accounts for 65% of LFA BIW weight, with an aluminum alloy consisting of 35% is left. Lightweight CFRP has even been used to support the cover spacer, replace, traditional and heavy hydraulic hood struts.
Three different methods of molding carbon fiber used in the structure, used in accordance with the dynamics of forming the structure of their burden, and location. The prepreg is expensive and the process of laying the hands of workers, in which carbon fiber sheets impregnated with a liquid thermosetting resin is molded, pressed and heated in an oven, mainly used for the cabin to create a structure very rigid and stable.
CFRP panel of the land and build a transmission tunnel, the roof and hood is manufactured using resin transfer molding (RTM), in which the liquid resin impregnated into the carbon fiber preformed before the heated dry and harden. C-SMC and carbon fiber reinforced sheet molding compound process, where materials are hot pressed short fibers in the matrix, is used to make the C-pillars and supports and the rear floor.
And in a move that highlights the origins of the Toyota Motor Corporation as one of the world's most advanced textile weaving - the history of vital resources that the team Tanahashi-san is based on the development of LFA CFRP structures - under the hood and trunk lid either left unpainted to leave CFRP naked on screen.
As a pioneer in the use of CFRP in the Lexus LFA team also focused on how best to achieve carbon fiber and metal components - traditionally a complicated process. Most of the assembly process using a threaded aluminum insert that is wrapped in CFRP, but the team decided against LFA method. He has developed an innovative system that is very different from traditional methods. Does not require a threaded aluminum inserts or direct contact with CFRP, it uses an aluminum flange collar to connect the two materials and to overcome the weaknesses inherent in these joints.

Although this section to CFRP constructions delayed debut on the market for LFA exactly the type of assessment embodied in the LFA team spirit: to push new boundaries in the pursuit of excellence. The result is that in a short time of three years, engineers have not only mastered the production of carbon fiber for the LFA, but also developed a new method to create a revolutionary new LFA stronger, stiffer and lighter that any alternative to the base metal will never be.
Building a legacy looms Toyota Motor Corporation and makes the experience to develop CFRP also has created a deep and rich pool of engineering talent, internal technology resources has accelerated the development of LFA. Utilizing automated production system developed in-house, this world-class quality carbon fiber production process is now underway for future production, and will be invaluable when it comes to working on future projects Lexus.
ENGINEAt the heart of the LFA is a V10 engine that sets new standards as a vehicle for its compact size, lightweight and scintillating performance architecture. From the beginning, Tanahashi-san and engineers determined the LFA before a mid-mounted engine will have a capacity of 4805cc, will develop 412kW/560 bhp (Lexus LFA Nurburgring package: 420kW/571 DIN hp) and rev 9000 rpm Redline groaned. It will have a range of 72 ° angle between the cylinder head - the perfect angle for both primary and secondary balance in the V10 engine for a very smooth operating characteristics. It will naturally be attracted to a linear power delivery and throttle response is predicted with an extraordinary person, electronically controlled throttle body for each cylinder.
This will be a characteristic of the dry sump lubrication system, which not only blocks away position within the engine compartment to lower the center of gravity and lower the car when the inertia, but also allows the engine to handle sustained, high-speed cornering. And it will offer exceptional mid-range and the response of high-end performance is strong.
V10 engine produces 480nm of torque at 7000 rpm. Application of intelligent VVT-i variable valve timing on the intake and exhaust valves are combined with equal length exhaust manifolds and high-volume fuel injectors 12-hole resulting in 90% of this beautiful pair available between 3700 rpm and 9000 rpm red line, to include acceleration uniform at each engine speed and any equipment. The result is a time of 0-100km / h in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 325 km / h - exhilarating performance of the bone faith supercar.
With a curb weight under 1480 kg - achieved by using extensive lightweight carbon fiber reinforced plastics (CFRP) for the chassis and body - and the explosive 412kW/560 bhp (Lexus LFA Nurburgring package: 420kW/571 DIN hp), LFA supercar steps to in the ring with pulsed power on the weight 278kW/378DIN HP (Lexus LFA Nurburgring package: 284kW/386DIN HP) per ton. The combination of high compression ratio of 12:1, the internal friction and low intake of optimized and the results of the exhaust stream of LFA powertrain develops extraordinary 85.7kW/117DIN HP (Lexus LFA Nurburgring Package: 87.5kW/119DIN hp) per liter, one of which highest among the specific results of the current crop of supercars.
In addition to low weight basically curb the key to achieving this goal has been remarkable and innovative use of exotic materials like titanium and magnesium, undivided attention to the low inertia and, if possible, the operation of advanced technology motor sport.
Of course, the valve train has been investigated, and, therefore, the cylinder head has the elements most likely to be found on racing cars from the road between two places off. Titanium valves and connecting rods - 40% lighter than equivalent steel components properly - which is equipped with ultra-lightweight solid rocker with Diamond-Like Carbon coating with silicone and oil jets built.
Further highlights include the song-inspired forged aluminum pistons, low inertia of the spring valve in the cylinder, which lighten the crank shaft is integrated with the cylinder twin valleys are designed to reduce pumping losses and Magnesium alloy cylinder head cover. A dual air system intake also improves engine performance, the transition from the primary inlet at low engine speeds through two ports with high speed to improve the efficiency of breathing.

Based on the experience of motor sport (LFA participated in the grueling 24 Hours Nurburgring in Germany in 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011) LFA team also designed the engine with dry sump system followed oriented, which allows it to withstand cornering forces sustained more than 2G - a fundamental requirement of track high-speed performance.
Each cylinder has a throttle, independent electronically controlled to ensure the engine intake air to take the shortest and most effective route. It has logical priority control features: an innovative system that estimates the volume of air intake based on the gas pedal angle, which allows to calculate the precise fuel injection volume is much faster than other conventional systems. The result is a machine that meets at an incredible rate even for smaller input and most delicate of forged aluminum floor mounted gas.
The success of this program is that the low friction rotation of the engine can idle 9000 rpm red line in just six tenths of a second - flexibility without inertia derived exclusively from the engineering skills of the race for the office team. This has necessitated the need for a digital rev counter as an analog system can not compensate for a remarkable machine with the ability to win and defeat the revolution. To further reduce the size of the engine, oil cooler valley between the cylinder head and welcomed the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) room. Equipped with the parts that lead to different areas of the crankcase, the PCV ensure continuous and effective evacuation of the gas inside the housing.
The result is a machine like no other, instantly defining characteristics of size and weight of ultra-high performance engines. While peak V10 LFA is as small as a traditional V8 engine, and as light as a standard V6 engine, it offers genuine supercar performance. At 9000 rpm the piston which moves about 25 meters per second, making it one of the engine revving and most powerful ever released in automobile production. Despite the great performance, exotic materials used in construction and a very high tolerance level, the power train LFA meet the same standards of reliability and sophistication of other Lexus engines.
It also exceeds the stringent Euro V emissions regulations, assisted by the air injection system that uses air pumps to push fresh air into the exhaust after a cold start the engine, catalytic converter activation earlier than usual to ensure the exhaust kept clean at all times.
Revolutionary machine was developed in collaboration with the Yamaha, the results of the structure of collaboration between Toyota Motor Corporation and Japanese engineering specialists. This development was aided by Yamaha is controlled and operated by Toyota at each step is important to meet strict standards.

GEARBOX

Performance V10 is managed by the transmission of the same blast forward. The size of LFA new six-speed sequential automatic (ASG) moving the rear wheels via a slip differential, torque-sensing limited, and is mounted in a transaxle layout on the rear axle to achieve optimal weight distribution 48: 52.
While many believe that the 50/50 weight distribution is most desirable for a high-performance sports car, perfect weight for any vehicle is one that will allow him to live up to its full potential dynamic. In this spirit, the construction engineer of the LFA for 48:52 weight distribution, balance that combines the handling and stability in a straight line with a plan with a rear-drive front engine platform agility and dynamic handling of a mid-engine rear-wheel turn.
Impeller is operated by a lever mounted on the steering column, transmission ASG works hand in hand with the machine for the driver in full control, even under the most extreme driving. Equipped with micro-polished gears for precise gear change speed and reduced whine, intelligent transmission is designed to run speed changes very quickly, and can upshift only in 0.15 seconds.
In addition to enhancing traction limited slip differential, transmission ASG also has four driving modes - Auto, Sport, Normal and WET - driven by the mode switch on the dashboard. With certain programming speed, each mode has its own engine and brake control system logic, allowing the driver to choose the most suitable mode for the sub-condition tires.

Plan for change can be adjusted in seven steps - about 0.15 seconds to 1.0 seconds of intense track work to sail smoothly - with Speed ​​Shift dial, logically located just below the Mode button. In AUTO mode, the speed is fixed at the stage of the second speed gear change is smooth and comfortable.
The pilot focused on LFA strong emphasis is perfectly summed up by the pallet operation. Apart from mounted on the steering column rather than the wheel itself, so the driver does not need to hunt for them in the corners, the force required to operate the upshift paddle on the right and downshift paddle on the left is different. While the shift requires a single-shot finger, downshift paddle requires more effort to improve the mechanical connection between the driver and transmission.
Gear box hydraulic unit powered by an brushless electric motor and is designed to provide high volume and pressure needed to operate the ASG transmission and clutch slave cylinder concentric. Other highlights include a cone synchronization techniques tripled in the first four records and a double cone synchronization on the fifth and sixth gears, the clutch of small diameter with high-friction material progress, lightweight aluminum clutch covers a special oil cooler is integrated into the canning bridge, allowing the driver to fully exploit the car's performance on the track with confidence.
Properties very fast revving V10 engine from a single LFA needed light and responsive clutch, a move that effectively excluded dual clutch transmission-. The engineers also felt a positive change in the transmission quality of the ASG and direct - as opposed to finesse almost artificially during the dual-clutch transmission - greatly enhance the driving experience, which makes the driver aware of machine parts to work together in harmony when changing speed mechanics commitment to a sense of satisfaction.
Engine and transmission are connected by a torque tube that connects the link and flex-rigid powertrain between the engine and transaxle free - an important element in the development of ultra-rigid chassis LFA. Equipped with rubber insulators, this allows the engine mount tube - two on each side of the block are further apart, to minimize movement of the drive train.
Both support the bridge support is as close to the center of gravity as possible, and in addition to the relationship between the differential case and transmission to reduce unwanted vibrations. These motor mounts and transmission have been developed and refined based on feedback gathered from the LFA, after she participated in the grueling 24 Hours Nürburgring in 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011.
Together, especially sophisticated engine and transmission to determine the uniqueness of LFA. This is the faith of bone supercar to the track as much as the street, the one with the ability to deliver strong performance adrenaline.
Available in matte black, black, white or orange, with outer LFA Nurburgring package comes with a choice of three interior color schemes, black and red, black and purple, and all black people. All have a central console and door trim carbon fiber, while the bucket seats in carbon fiber is cut in Alcantara.

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Porsche 911 Carrera S Review

Porsche is proud to present the new Porsche 911 Carrera, the new generation coupe icon that has been touted as one of the benchmark sports car since its launch in 1963.
Tradition meets modernity
911 faithful to the traditions, the typical Porsche design language radiates strength and elegance. Characteristics of the silhouette always attract the eye while incorporating exciting new contours and precise details are designed; 100mm longer wheelbase for better stability and more interior room, front and rear overhangs are shorter, fixed length attribute it low profile 911, sporting stance is emphasized by under the roof line and the front track wider presence on the road increases further while improving the well-known dynamic chassis.
Rear-mounted, six-cylinder engine just flat as a symbol of identity 911, and behind the rear axle new car is the various upgrades of the machine is strong, effective and evocative "boxer". Porsche 911 Carrera is powered by a 3.4 liter engine 350 hp, and the Carrera S has a 400 hp version of the familiar 3.8-liter. This new engine offers improved performance for both models. 3.4-liter Carrera with PDK accelerates from 0-62 mph in 4.6 seconds, 0.1 seconds faster than previous models. By pressing Sport Sport Chrono Pack Plus Pack, which is cut to 4.4 seconds. 3.8-liter Carrera S PDK to accelerate from 0-62 mph in 4.3 seconds (4.1 seconds Sport Plus), 0.2sec faster than its predecessor.
The body of all new light

 
The principle of the innovative steps are passed through the body, a new light, featuring intelligent composite aluminum-steel construction. He was responsible for a significant proportion of the reduction of vehicle weight to 45 kg. Body structure also offers a much higher stiffness and optimized aerodynamics - including a more extensive, varied extending rear spoiler - has reduced the lift generated by the new 911 Carrera, while maintaining an impressive drag factor as a whole.
Innovative chassis technology
This is the new 911 offers improved straight-line acceleration goes without saying, but also offers performance at a level unprecedented in dynamic directory. In addition to a longer wheelbase, greater agility, precision and driving stability is based, among other things, the wider front track, a new rear axle and a new electro-mechanical power steering.
Depending on the model, there are other control systems standard or optional available assets and improve driving dynamics. This is especially true for the Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) active roll stabilization system, available for the first time the Porsche 911 Carrera S. This system reduces body roll in turns, with the result that the tires are always in the optimum position relative to the road surface and therefore capable of transmitting lateral forces above. Therefore, increasing the maximum speed cornering and fast lap times on race tracks are possible.
The exterior designDisplay 911 is given the power of sport familiar others with a longer wheelbase 100mm, height is reduced, and up to 20-inch diameter alloy wheels. At the same time, compact exterior dimensions are generally selected. Viewed from the front, eyes wide arch attracted to the brand of the wing, with an emphasis on the front of the broader right track and to 911 Carrera adopts a sporty new model especially on the road. The redesigned exterior mirrors are now mounted on the top edge of the door and not as before on the mirror triangle. It is not only aerodynamically advantageous, also emphasizes the new design line and visual impression of width.
The interior design
To complement the modern exterior, Porsche designers created an interior style that takes cues from that of the Porsche Carrera GT. Pilots are now more closely integrated with thanks from the cockpit to the front center console-mounted gear lever lift - or PDK selector - located near the steering wheel in typical motorsport fashion. The elements of the classic Porsche style should also be found in, because they are outside. For example, the dashboard instruments with five rounds, with only the central wheel tachometer. On the right is the new high-resolution multi-function display, one of the convenience features are added to meet changing customer demands.
Porsche Intelligent Performance

 
Setting the standard in its class, as it has for generations, improving the performance of the new Porsche 911 Carrera and Carrera S and the efficiency standard for new levels. Fuel consumption and emissions of all versions up to 16 percent lower than its predecessor. Among others, this is achieved by the systems and functions such as automatic start / stop, thermal management, power system restoration, the first manual transmission with seven speeds and - in cooperation with the Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) - a "free wheel" function that decouples the engine to improve fuel economy when the throttle is closed.
Electro-mechanical power steering new offers not only the typical accuracy and predicted return of the Porsche, but also helps improve efficiency and reduce fuel consumption. For example, Porsche 911 Carrera with 350 hp (257 kW) 3.4-liter direct injection and PDK optional returns 34.4mpg on the combined New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) - 6mpg less than its predecessor. Also, to 194 g / km of CO2, it is the first Porsche sports car to sit below 200 g / km of CO2. In the case of Carrera S with its 400 hp 3.8-liter direct injection engine, the economy when paired with the optional PDK increased by 14 percent, or 5 mpg to 32.4mpg combined Despite 15 hp more. This is equivalent to CO2 emissions of 205 g / km.
Obviously, it has been possible in the new 911 Carrera to further extend the duration of seemingly contradictory attributes such as performance and efficiency, sportiness and everyday use that has always marked the Porsche 911. One could say that the new 911 Carrera is 911 more than before.
In the UK in December 2011
The new Porsche 911 Carrera celebrated its world premiere at the Frankfurt Motor Show IAA 2011 and 911 new UK Porsche Centre will be on December 17, 2011.
Porsche 911 Carrera at a price of £ 71 449 and Porsche 911 Carrera S with a price of 81.242 pounds. Standard equipment on all models was leather interior, sport seats, automatic climate control, bi-xenon lamps, the seven-inch color touch screen Porsche Communication Management with satellite navigation, universal audio interface offers MP3 connectivity, Porsche Stability Management (PSM) and the warranty of three years.
Carrera S adds 20-inch alloy wheels, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) and Porsche Torque vectoring (PTV) with a rear limited-slip differential, in addition to gain a stronger 3.8-liter engine.
Installed for every 911 is a Porsche Vehicle Tracking (STM), a sophisticated vehicle security package approved to Thatcham Category 5 standard, and customers will be able to explore the potential of their new car by participating in a course Free Porsche Experience Centre at Silverstone.

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