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Thursday, 18 August 2016

2013 Koenigsegg Agera R

Koenigsegg is one of the best car companies that are known to be a top runner when it comes to developing premier supercars.
This year everyone will be able to see another addition to this company's high end cars.
The 2013 Koenigsegg Agera R will surely be welcomed into the world of racing just like its predecessors. The Agera R has been revolutionized but still complies with the enhancements that previous cars of Koenigsegg have produced.

Green Performance
Koenigsegg is truly an advocate for green technology since the release of the biofuel CCXR in 2007. Due to this vision, the Agera R runs on the biofuel CCXR but also functions with an E85 green fuel.
The fuel system of the Agera R has been upgraded to give future users the chance to experience 1140 horsepower and a maximum torque of 885 lb-ft on E85 or E100 biofuel. Owners can also opt for normal petrol due to the car's flexfuel system.
Aircore Technology
The Agera R comes with a super light carbon fiber wheel that allows drivers to enjoy and stay safe in the car. This new technology developed by Koenigsegg is called the Aircore Technology.
It saves up to 44 pounds of unsprung mass and makes sure that the driving system is safe and precise. The wheel of the Agera R works in tandem with Koenigsegg Electronic Stability which can be found on every single Koenigsegg car.
You Choose
Since all cars from Koenigsegg is made to order, future owners of the 2013 Koenigsegg Agera R will be able to choose the color of the car's interior and exterior.
This will give individuals a car that is personalized and made to last. Shades and color combinations are readily available at the company's website to allow people to have a level of variation for their very own Agera R.

Specifications

General Info
Vehicle Type: Super CarBase Price: NA
Fuel Tank Capacity: 21 gallons (80 liters)Miles Per Gallon: 18.8 combined
Dimensions
Length: 169 in. (429.3 cm)Wheel Base: 104.8 in. (266.2 cm)
Height: 44.1 in. (112 cm)Width: 78.6 in. (199.6 cm)
Curb Weight: 3163 lbs (1435 kg)Ground Clearance: 3.94 in. (10 cm)
Luggage Capacity: 4.24 cu ftMaximum Seating: 2 people
Performance
Engine: 5.0L V8 DOHCCompression Ratio: 9.0: 1
Horsepower: 1140 HPMax RPM: 7100 RPM
Torque: 885 lb-ft @ 4100 rpmTransmission: 7-Speed Dual Clutch
0-60 mph: 2.9 secondsMaximum Speed: 273 mph (actual speed has not been tested)
                       


Tuesday, 16 August 2016

These are the 10 fastest cars in the world

How fast can it go?”
There are many ways to measure automotive excellence, but top speed is the one everybody secretly cares about the most. Aldous Huxley was right about speed being the only truly modern sensation. He left out the part about how much fun it is.These 10 cars are more than just fun, though, they’re the fastest production cars in the world. The emphasis here is on “production;” racers and one-off custom jobs need not apply. We also tried to limit the selections to cars whose claimed top speeds have been generally recognized as legitimate by the automotive media and sanctioning groups.
Updated 3-2-2016 by Will Nicol: Replaced Ferrari Enzo with the Bugatti Chiron
There are also some cars on the horizon that appear ready to knock some names off this list. SSC still hopes to reclaim the title of world’s fastest car with its 1,350-horsepower Tuatara, and Koenigsegg claims a top speed of over 270 mph for itsOne:1.
For now, though, these are the fastest cars that can legally sport a license plate.

Hennessey Venom GT (270 mph)

Hennessey Venom GT
This combination of a Lotus Elise chassis and 1,244-hp 7.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8, and you have the fastest production car in the world. Depending on your definition of “fastest” and “production car,” that is.
Hennessey recorded a 270.4-mph run at the Kennedy Space Center last year, but only in one direction. To be considered legitimate, record attempts usually require one run in each direction. An average is then taken to account for wind conditions.
Because of its hand-built nature, there’s also some debate about whether the Venom GT qualifies as a production car. While it can claim the highest recorded speed, Hennessey’s monster isn’t recognized as the world’s fastest car by the Guinness Book of World Records.

Bugatti Chiron (261+ mph)

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The Bugatti Veyron was a monumental feat of engineering, a supercar whose performance was so marvelous, Top Gear presenter James May compared it to the automobile equivalent of theConcorde. After ten years of production, the Volkswagen Group has unveiled the Veyron’s successor, the Bugatti Chiron.
Named for a famous centaur in Greek mythology, the Chiron is intended to improve upon the Veyron in every way. Hitting 261 mph using street legal settings, the 1500 hp Chiron is like a beast in chains. On the racetrack, Bugatti aims to break those chains as well as the current speed record (271 mph) held by the Hennessey Venom GT. For now, its top speed remains a mystery to the public. Although the Chiron is built like a racecar, one needn’t be a professional to operate it; the car is engineered to automatically adjust its machinery as the speed increases or decreases, ensuring optimal performance.
The Chiron will not be a mere speedster, but a comprehensive luxury vehicle as well. Beyond a beautiful leather interior, the car also sports a decadent sound system, with a diamond diaphragm inside each speaker. The dashboard features high-resolution digital displays that will adjust as the car’s speed changes, showing only crucial information at higher speeds. The Chiron looks to be a king among supercars, which is fitting, as kings will be among the few to obtain one; only 500 will be released for the first generation, and they cost a staggering $2.6 million.

Bugatti Veyron Super Sport (268 mph)

Bugatti Veyron Super Sport
When Volkswagen purchased the Bugatti brand, it had one goal: build the fastest production car in the world. The original Veyron achieved that goal, and with a price tag of $1.7 million and a quad-turbocharged W16 engine producing 1,000 hp, it also boasted the most superlatives of any production car.
Yet the Veyron was soon dethroned by the SSC Ultimate Aero, so Bugatti came back with the Veyron Super Sport. This Veyron-plus has 1,200 hp, and numerous aerodynamic changes meant to help gain a few extra miles per hour.
With a top speed of 268 mph recorded at Volkswagen’s Ehra-Lessein test track, the Veyron Super Sport is still recognized as the world’s fastest production car by Guinness. The related Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse is also the world’s fastest open-topped car, with a top speed of 254 mph.

SSC Ultimate Aero (256 mph)

SSC Ultimate Aero
Briefly, the might of the Volkswagen Group and the prestige of the Bugatti name were bested by a car company no one had ever heard of.
Shelby SuperCars (SSC) has nothing to do with Carroll Shelby of Cobra fame, but for a moment its Ultimate Aero was the fastest production car in the world. It hit 256 mph in 2007, beating the non-Super Sport version of the Veyron.
Helping it achieve that velocity is a 6.3-liter twin-turbocharged V8 with 1,287 hp. There are no electronic driver aids to help control that power either, creating a purer driving experience for those with talent, and a scenario for certain death for those without it.

Koenigsegg CCR (242 mph)

Koenigsegg CCR
Swedish supercar builder Koenigsegg briefly held the “world’s fastest” title before being bested by the original Bugatti Veyron. Its CCR reached 242 mph at Italy’s Nardo Ring in 2005.
The CCR was essentially an earlier generation of the cars Koenigsegg is building today. It featured a 4.7-liter V8 of the company’s own design, a carbon-fiber body, and not much in the way of electronic aids.
Despite its impressive stats, the CCR’s moment in the spotlight was as brief as its claim on the world. It was soon supplanted by the CCX, and then by the current Agera. Koenigsegg says the Agera-based One:1 will top out at over 270 mph, but no one has tried it yet.

McLaren F1 (241 mph)

McLaren F1
The F1 is more than just a former world’s-fastest car. With its carbon-fiber body, gold-lined engine bay, 6.1-liter BMW M V12, and center driver’s seat, it just might be the coolest car ever made.
Years before it attempted to take on Ferrari and Porsche with the MP4-12C, McLaren was known only as a successful race team in Formula 1 and the defunct Can-Am series. Yet its first road car wasn’t exactly an amateur effort.
McLaren intended to make the F1 the ultimate road-going supercar, but its design was informed by the company’s racing experience. The F1 even went on to a fairly successful racing career in its own right, winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1995.
Related: Aston Martin’s 800-hp Vulcan track car revealed

Aston Martin One-77 (220 mph)

Aston Martin One-77
The One-77 is the most extreme road-going Aston ever, and the fastest. It may share a front-engined layout with “regular” Astons, but the One-77 is a completely different animal.
Only 77 examples were made, and each sports a 7.30-liter V12 producing 750 hp. Like the chassis, it’s based on an engine used in lesser Aston production models, but it’s both lighter and more ferocious.
Aside from its performance and jaw-dropping good looks, the most remarkable thing about the One-77 may be that Aston was able to create a hypercar without making many compromises.
While it matches race-inspired mid-engined designs for performance, the One-77 still has the look and feel of something much more luxurious and well-rounded. It is, after all, the only front-engined car on this list.
The One-77 proves that incredibly fast cars don’t have to focus solely on performance. Its character is almost as special as its 220 mph top speed and limited production run.

Jaguar XJ220 (217 mph)

Jaguar XJ220
The XJ220 lost six cylinders and two driven wheels on the way to production, but it still managed to claim the title of fastest production car in 1992.
The original concept version featured a V12 engine and all-wheel drive, but the production model had to make due with a twin-turbocharged V6, and rear-wheel drive. Still, that was enough to get the XJ220 to 217 mph at Nardo, once engineers removed the rev limiter.
However, it wasn’t enough to solidify in the car’s place in history. Buyers weren’t as impressed by the production version as they were with the concept, and a weak early ‘90s economy tanked sales. Sometimes being the fastest just isn’t enough.

McLaren P1 (217 mph)

McLaren P1
McLaren’s successor to the F1 isn’t as fast, but it’s much more high tech. Its 903-hp hybrid powertrain seamlessly blends electric and turbocharged V8 power, making the P1 one of the most capable performance cars ever made.
During the car’s press junket, McLaren said it emphasized the driving experience over outright top speed. Maybe the company didn’t think it could compete with Bugatti, or maybe it just thought organ-shredding lateral grip was a better way to torture customers than stratospheric speeds.
With a claimed lap time of around six minutes, the P1 also excels at a performance metric that’s almost become more important than top speed: the Nürburgring.

Ferrari LaFerrari (217 mph)

Ferrari LaFerrari
Along withe P1 and the Porsche 918 Spyder, the Ferrari LaFerrari is part of a trio of hybrid supercars that showed the world that performance cars don’t have to be (too) inefficient.
The Ferrari matches the McLaren for top speed and cleverness. Its 6.3-liter V12 is joined to ahybrid system modeled on the Kinetic Energy Recovery Systems (KERS) used in Ferrari’s Formula One cars. Not only does the LaFerrari give its driver 950 hp to play with, it also provides the instantaneous response of electric motors to get things going.

Monday, 15 August 2016

2010 Morgan EvaGT Concept

Inspired by the 1950's British sports saloons, the Morgan Motor Company introduces a new concept for its coupe, a four-seater. The new 2010 Morgan EvaGT Concept is like the World War II era's Bristol 400 series as well as the Frazer Nash BMW 328. The design of such sports cars carries a long front end, which can be seen in most movie sets in the 40s and 50s.
The 2010 Morgan EvaGT Concept has a modern, aerodynamic design. It combines the style of a classic Brit sports car with the sporty and futuristic motif; like a future blast from the past. As for speed, this stylish coupe is a 5-second car. The 2010 Morgan EvaGT Concept comes in a 3.0L twin-turbo BMW straight-six with direct injection; it has 300 horsepower and 250 pound-feet of torque. Transmission comes in six-speed manual or six-speed automatic. As for the speed, this coupe can achieve 4.5 seconds from 0-62mph with a top speed of 170mph.

              

Friday, 1 July 2016

BMW X6 SUV

BMW first released the X6 in 2008. In 2012, a revised version was revealed. Recently, the2015 BMW X6 SUV was unveiled to the public.
This car has quickly become one very successful model due to the little competition.
The new X6 has received significant upgrades, including a 20-pound weight reduction.
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Specifications

General Info
Vehicle Type: SUVBase Price: NA
Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.7 Impgals (85L)MPG: 21 city / 34 hwy
Dimensions
Length:193.3 in. (490.9 cm)Wheel Base:115.5 in. (293.3 cm)
Height:67 in. (170.2 cm)Width:85.4 in. (217 cm)
Unladen Weight:4949 lbs (2245 kg)Maximum Seating: 5 people
Performance
Engine:4.4 Liter V8 DOHCCompression Ratio:10: 1
Horsepower:450 HPMax RPM:5500-6000 RPM
Torque:481 lb-ft @ 2000-4500 rpmTransmission:8-Speed Steptronic
0-60 mph:4.8 secondsMaximum Speed:155 mph (250 km/h)
UK specs xDrive50i
Engine & Performance
Under the hood, you can choose between; a base X6 sDrive-35i and xDrive35i. The engines are powered by a 3.0 liter inline 6-rated engine. The engines deliver 300 horsepower with 300 lbs ft of torque. This model goes from zero to 60 mph in 6 seconds; this is 0.3 seconds faster than previous models.
Another option is the xDriver50i. This is 4.4 liter V8 twin turbo engine. The 50i can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 4.8 seconds; this is 0.8 seconds faster than models past. It delivers 445 horsepower and 480 lbs ft of torque, 30 lbs ft more than in the past.

Exterior
At front of the car, the trademark twin grille is wider and flatter. The headlamps are narrow and less rounded at the edges. The car’s sculpted bumper is new and has a big X-shaped crease that embraces side intakes and fog lamps.
At the back, you find new taillights, an updated bumper with sportier accents and revised exhaust pipes. Basically, this new X6 is larger than the X4 in many ways. The car is 20 pounds lighter. The wheelbase is actually shorter than earlier models.
Interior
Interior upgrades include a restyled dashboard, better front seats with a sportier design & an updated instrument-cluster.
Standard iDrive system features a freestanding, 10.2 inch flat screen. Other features include a restyled, steering wheel (leather-wrapped) with better button configuration and brand new paddle shifters. When the rear seat is folded, cargo space increases from the normal 20.5 cu ft to 53.9 cubic feet.

Sunday, 12 June 2016

2013 Caterham AeroSeven Concept

Caterham recently announced their upcoming concept car through a press release.
The 2013 Caterham AeroSeven Concept will be made available sometime in the upcoming year, 2014.
As of now, the manufacturer only released pictures and engine specifications related to their latest concept design. 
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Specifications

General Info
Vehicle Type: Sport CoupeEst. Market Price: NA
Performance
Engine: Inline 4 Ford DuratecDisplacement: 2.0 Liter
Horsepower: 237 HPMax RPM: 8500 rpm
Torque: 152 lb-ft @ 6300 rpmTransmission: 6-Speed Manual
0-60 mph: 3.9 secondsTop Speed: NA
Engine
The concept comes with a 2.0 liter Ford inline-4 engine, capable of generating 237 horsepower which has been paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox.
Acceleration from 0 to 60 is done under 4 seconds with the torque reaching 152 lb-ft at 6300 rpm.
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Performance
Caterham uses the new inboard front suspension for better control. Combined with anti-roll bars and adequate downforce, the car maintains a good road grip and agility through tight corners at high speeds.
Exterior
The exterior of the car breaks away from previous designs. Its front grille and headlights are slightly pushed back behind the line of the hood.
Its façade has been painted in black while the top and portions of the body are in green, the front, and rear fender fade to black towards the rear.
As for the rear, the design is minimalistic. The tail lights have been narrowed down, becoming barely visible when shut off.
The car is a two-seat roadster with an extended front side as the distance between the driver and the front wheels is fairly long.
Interior
The interior of the car is simple with the driver and the passenger separated by a bar that crosses between them at shoulder level.
Other design elements are notable, these have been inspired by race cars, which include the steering wheel and gauges and instruments.
The concept by Caterham will be available in 2014. Packed with new technologies that are currently not use by any of their other models, the 2013 Caterham AeroSeven Concept is a sneak peak of how future Caterham vehicles will look. 

Saturday, 11 June 2016

2015 Jaguar F-Type Coupe

The 2015 Jaguar F-Typeis a seriously hot looking coupe.
The F-Type roadster is beautiful in its own right, but the hard top version looks even prettier.
The Coupe version has been long anticipated, and now Jaguar has showcased the same at the LA Motor Show.
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Specifications

General Info
Vehicle Type: CoupeBase Price: NA
Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.5 gals (70 L)Miles Per Gallon: 16 city / 23 hwy
Dimensions*
Length: 176 in. (447 cm)Wheel Base: 103.2 in. (262.1 cm)
Height: 51.5 in. (130.8 cm)Width: 75.7 in. (192.3 cm)
Curb Weight: 3514 lbs (1594 kg)Ground Clearance: NA
Luggage Capacity: 11.0 cu ftMaximum Seating: 4 people
Performance
Engine: V8 SuperchargedDisplacement: 5.0 Liter
Horsepower: 550 HPMax RPM: 6500 RPM
Torque: 503 lb-ft @2500-5500 rpmTransmission: 8-Speed QuickShift ZF Automatic
0-60 mph: 4.0 secondsMaximum Speed: 186 mph (299 km/h)
* 2014 S Coupe specs
Engine & Performance
In the F-type coupe, you find the introduction of a new engine in its line-up, for its top of the line R Coupe. The V8, 5.0 liter supercharged engine will perform the duties in the R Coupe which delivers 550 horsepower.
The base variant and the S Coupe will be powered by a 3.0 liter supercharged V6. The V6 delivers 340 horsepower in the base variant whiles its tuned version will deliver 380 horsepower in the S Coupe. The performance figures are impressive.


The F-type base variant can do a 0-60 mph dash in 5.1 sec, while the S Coupe and R Coupe goes 4.8 seconds and 4 seconds respectively.
The 340 horsepower V6 has an electronically limited top speed of 161 mph, the 380 horsepower V6 at 171 mph, and the 550 horsepower V8 with a top speed of 186 mph.
Exterior
The coupe has all the stylings of the convertible, but with an aluminum or panoramic glass roof. To design is smooth with uniform body lines achieved by the F-Type coupe’s body using pressed aluminum.
The aerodynamic front fins give it a sporty look. The R Coupe features side sill extensions, aluminum window-frames and chrome side air vents. Wheels come in the standard 20 inch sizes; however, ultra-high performance tires are optional.

                              
Interior
Like any F-Type, the Coupe comes with a driver focused cabin. The material and textures exude a premium feel. The seats are finished in leather.
The R Coupe comes with various leather finishes and other interior elements. The 'R' badging is used in the vehicle.
The Jaguar F-type coupe comes with a starting price tag of $65,000; S Coupe at $77,000; and the R Coupe at $99,000.

Friday, 10 June 2016

2011 Classic Recreations Shelby GT500 CR

During one of the world’s best and biggest car shows, the 2009 SEMA Auto Show, Classic Recreations created quite a storm. Jason Engel, the founder of Classic Recreations, announced the collaboration with Shelby to create an officially licensed 1967Shelby Mustangcontinuation cars. At the Car Show, they came up with 2 Shelby GT500 CRs on display for the entire world to see. Not only that, it came out on track and was branded as an Ultimate Street Car during the Optima Ultimate Street Car Invitational. Because of those twin victories, the 2010 SEMA is seen as the launching pad for the introduction of the GT500 CR to the world.
Performance
On the surface, it looks like a classic Shelby Mustang. But it is more than that. Combining modern technology with classic style, the GT500 CR is both fast and reliable and can give any supercar a run for its money. The heart of this car is a 7000 cc (427 ci) big block V8 with fuel injection that is capable of producing 545 horsepower. 
Interior
Coupled with modern equipment such as a Tremec transmission, a modified coil-over suspension and disc brakes in all 4 wheels, it is a classic that keeps up with the modern times. The interior is simply defined. Handcrafted and adorned with custom gauges, Shelby seats and five-point harnesses, the cockpit is elegant, comfortable, sporty and race-ready all at the same time.
The 2011 Classic Recreations Shelby GT500 CR is one handsome car. Combining a legendary car and integrating modern touches, it is a retro-classic supercar that can take on anyone. It is well deserving of Carroll Shelby’s blessing.

Specifications

Performance
Engine: 7-liter Supercharged V8Horsepower: 780 HP
0-60 mph: 4.0 seconds1/4 Mile: 12.2 seconds