car and trucks: 2011

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Opel Ampera 2012 images

Opel Ampera 2012

The Ampera has already been chosen as the winner of numerous awards by media and the public. The revolutionary technical concept convinced the readers of Auto Zeitung, who awarded it the “Auto Trophy 2010” in the electric vehicle category. The Ampera was named runner up for the “Green Steering Wheel 2010”, a special category of the “Golden Steering Wheel”, by readers and the jury of Bild and Bild am Sonntag. And the respected jury of Auto Test magazine awarded it the “e-car award 2010” in the category “Innovation/Technical Concept of the Year”. The Ampera’s user-friendliness had already won the “Green Technology Award” from the British magazine What Car? and the “Innovation Trophy” from L’Automobile Magazine in France in 2009.

“Unlike a conventional electric vehicle, the Opel Ampera can be the only car you need to own,” says Alain Visser, Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Aftersales at Opel. “The Ampera delivers it all: revolutionary propulsion, progressive styling, excellent safety, high quality and user-friendly functions, all combined with superb driving dynamics.”

Innovative technology for total cost from 42,900 euros
In contrast to other manufacturers, Opel offers the Ampera for a uniform price of 42,900 euros (RRP incl. VAT) throughout Europe. Because trim levels will differ from market to market, prices in each country may vary. Opel’s pricing scheme eliminates confusion by listing the total cost of the car and battery.

The production version of the Opel Ampera does not deviate from the targets set during the development phase. With its unique electric propulsion system providing lively acceleration, high levels of refinement and all the benefits of an electrically-powered vehicle, the five-door Ampera seats four passengers and offers ample trunk space.

Its striking design remains very close to that of the early concept cars. The Ampera carries the DNA of Opel’s new design language – a prominent grille, bold Opel badge and daring boomerang headlamps. Every element of the Ampera was designed and analyzed for efficiency, making the Ampera one of the most aerodynamic and energy-efficient vehicles on the market. Inside, the Ampera is packed with the content fitting for a ground-breaking vehicle, from Bose speakers to touch-screen monitors.

Opel Ampera 2012

Opel Ampera 2012 wallpapers

Opel Ampera 2012

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

2010 infiniti essence images

2010 infiniti essence

Here’s a car that's the Essence of style! Say hello to Infiniti’s show stealing concept car. The Essence is two-seater super coupe that has been designed to mark the luxury brand’s 20th birthday.

Measuring 4.6 metres long and with gigantic 22-inch alloy wheels it has real presence. And if you like it there’s good news, because the sleek coupe previews the look of future Infiniti models.

It also hints at the technology that will underpin a future hybrid model. Bosses have already confirmed that Infiniti will have a hybrid vehicle by 2010, and it will use a development of the system used in the Essence.

At its heart is a twin-turbo 3.7-litre V6 petrol unit which works in parallel with an electric motor to provide zero emission running in the city and a much as 592bhp on the open road.

In other Infiniti news, work has already started on the marque's first UK dealership. The Infiniti Centre in Reading, Berkshire, will open in September, followed by a site in Central London. In all, Nissan's luxury arm is planning to have 13 outlets within the next two years. Infiniti's four-strong line-up has a price range of £30,000-£55,000 and the firm aims to beat luxury brands such as Lexus for its customer service.

2010 infiniti essence

latest car 2010 infiniti essence

2010 infiniti essence

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

new ferrari ff 2012 cars

ferrari ff 2012

Although Ferrari’s previous videos on the 2012 FF simply showed early prototypes, the company’s latest promo clip actually showcases the finished product tackling a number of different surfaces, including snow and sand.
The new video gives us our first really good look at the new shooting brake from all angles without camouflage, and shows one red wagon powering through the snow. Ferrari previously released development videos showing prototypes running on snow-covered roads, but this clip shows a production-intent FF skating through snowy mountains. If that isn’t enough, we’re also treated to the car handling the sands of the Middle East, before finally lapping Ferrari’s own Fiorano test track.
This video also gives us our first official look at the FF’s interior. The glimpse is brief, but we do spot red-and-black Daytona-style bucket seats, along with a new rear-seat entertainment system. Funny, we thought simply riding in a Ferrari was exciting enough.
Our staffers are still split on the car’s exterior. Although we’ll likely have our first look at the car in person next week in Geneva, this new video may help you make up your mind on the exterior design. What say you? Scope out the video and give us your thoughts in the comments section below.

ferrari ff 2012

ferrari ff 2012 pics

ferrari ff 2012

Monday, March 14, 2011

Edo Aston Martin DBS 2012 cars

Edo Aston Martin DBS 2012

The 12-cylinder Aston Martin DBS flagship already produces 517 horsepower and boasts a top speed of more than 300 km/h (186 mph). Improving on those numbers while underlining the elegance and beautiful design of this British knockout and strengthening its sporting credentials was the goal declared by edo competition.

The power output was tackled first. It was agreed that 517 hp and 570 Nm (420 ft-lb) are not quite enough. The engine control unit was modified via software recalibration. Thanks to a new high performance exhaust system, special catalytic converters and high flow air filters, power output was increased to an impressive 550 hp and 600 Nm (442 ft-lb). This is enough power to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.1 seconds and continue on to a top speed of 320 km/h (199 mph). As a matter of principle all modifications performed by edo competition are calibrated and verified on a dynamometer. This way the true power output can be documented.

The high performance exhaust system, which was specially designed for the edo Aston Martin DBS, incorporates butterfly valves allowing it to produce a fantastically rich and sonorous sound. They further help increase the British luxury coupe's power and torque output. The exhaust comes with a programmable control system that monitors backpressure inside the exhaust and opens the 70 mm butterfly valves when a pre-determined level of backpressure is exceeded. The unique advantage of this system is that it provides good torque at low engine speeds without sacrificing top end horsepower. The exhaust system is made from stainless steel and the chromed exhaust tips accentuate the elegant design. The driver can adjust the sound of the edo Aston Martin DBS at any time using a remote control.

The edo competition sports suspension system for the Aston Martin DBS ensures exceptional ride comfort and superior driving dynamics. Thanks to its adjustability in height, compression and rebound damping, the setup can be matched to the customer's driving style. The new suspension provides more cornering grip while improving high speed stability and comfort.

The interior design of the DBS can be spiced up with the available carbon fiber shifter and shifter console, or the customer can opt for a custom interior in any color or material he desires, including handmade leather interiors.

To provide superior levels of grip, edo competition offers exclusive wheel/tire combinations. Featuring a new wheel design, the edo Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a set of 21 in. racing wheels. The three-piece wheels come with stainless steel outer rims and the customer can choose the stock tire dimensions or go with a set of Continental tires in the following dimensions: 255/ 30 ZR 21 (front), 295/ 25 ZR 21 (rear)

Performance and safety are a priority, which is why edo competition has developed a new high performance brake system. Front: 405 mm rotors with 6-piston monoblock calipers and performance brake pads. Rear: 380 mm rotors with 6-piston monoblock calipers and performance brake pads, including braided stainless steel brake lines.

As with all edo competition models, we set no limit to our customers' imaginations. Special interiors or lavish leather upholstery, individual requests are accommodated and executed with quality.