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Corvette C4 With Toyota Supra 3.0 Twin-Turbo Engine Transplant!
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Nissan Launches Diesel Hybrid Version Of The Atlas H43
Hybrids are gaining momentum on just about everything that carries a set of wheels -even in commercial vehicles as Nissan proves. Renault’s partner in arms introduced a new Diesel-Hybrid version of its Atlas H43 light commercial vehicle (LCV) that will be available in The Atlas H43 Diesel Hybrid features a power take-off (PTO) parallel drive system with the diesel engine and traction motor connected to separate drive shafts, allowing the vehicle to be powered by the diesel engine alone (in case the hybrid system malfunctions). The hybrid LCV features a heavy-duty vehicle fuel economy figure of 25.8 MPG or 9.1 lt/100 km and according to Nissan, nitrogen oxide (NOx) and particulate matter (PM) emissions have been reduced by an additional 10% from
'08 Subaru Impreza WRX STi Teaser Pick No2
Subie looks like its going to be teasing us over the next few weeks as it released the second blacked-out 2008 Impreza WRX STi image (see the first by clicking here). This time we’re getting a shadowy view of the STi’s arse with its quad exhaust pipes, the bulgy rear fenders and the miniscule –for an STi we mean, rear wing. We tried to enhance the image through photoshop, but apart from the kinky colored “STi” badge, we didn’t manage much. If you want to see the original picture just follow the jump.
Rolls Royce Releases Details On The Phantom Coupe
Following BMW Group CEO, Norbert Reithofer’s announcements on the group’s future product plan (click here), Rolls Royce came out with further details on the Phantom Coupe. The British carmaker stated that the four-seater coupe inspired from the 101EX Concept, will be launched in 2008 with production scheduled to begin next summer at the company’s manufacturing plant in The Phantom Coupe will be equipped with the same 6.75 litre V12 engine that we find in the other Phantom models producing 453bhp and 720Nm of torque. Compared to the Convertible, the Coupe will be subtly tuned with more emphasis placed on the driver. The body will be shorter than that of the Phantom sedan and there will be revisions to the suspension and chassis set-up.
Rolls-Royce Chief Designer, Ian Cameron, said, “With this car we wanted to emphasise the performance potential of the 6.75 litre V12 engine and the effortless experience that it delivers. Whilst never overtly sporty, Rolls-Royce is a brand that has always offered owners a powerful and refined drive combined with, as Sir Henry Royce described it, a bit of fizz.”
Ian Robertson, Chairman and Chief Executive, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, said, “This new model represents an important milestone in the company’s history. It completes the Phantom family and judging by the customer reaction to 101EX, we are confident of its success. Our challenge lies in meeting the exceptional levels of customer demand for the Phantom range and in preparing Goodwood to meet the needs of future new cars.”
New HDT Owner To Revive Brock Holden Commodores
It’s been a year since Holden racing legend Peter Brock lost his life in a tragic car accident at the Targa West rally in Peter Champion told Drive, “Our plan is to base the cars on a VE SS. We won't touch the cars mechanically, because we don't want to void the warranty, but if customers want performance modifications, we will look at it.”
We'd like to revive the look of all four Group A Commodores and we're working on bodykits and talking to wheel suppliers as we speak. We also want to make sure there is a good supply of parts for the original Brock Commodores” Drive’s artist drew up a few impressions of how future HDT Commodores could look. You can check all of them out along with the full interview by clicking the link below.
Via: Drive
GM’s Advanced Training Programs: Burn Baby, Burn.
Nestled in the suburbs of Over the past week, at
Our advanced training consisted of collision avoidance, going about 50 mph in an Impala SS, reverse serpentine which I failed miserably especially in the massive Silverado, the reverse straight line which clearly indicated why the grass on the left side of my drive way is dieing, and the break and swerve in the grandfather of all Buicks the Lucerne.-Continued after the jump
The highlight however, was the opportunity we were given to experience the electronic stability control systems (ESC) a.k.a “stabilitrak”. ESC helps drivers maintain control of their vehicles during emergency land changes or avoidance maneuvers. The system detects any difference between the steering wheel position and the vehicles actual path. It selectively controls braking and engine power to gain control of the vehicles direction and keep it on course. GM started installing these systems on passenger cars in 97. It comes standard on about half of the 2006 and 2007 models and is projected to come standard on all the cars and light trucks sold by the end of 2010.
We all took turns as passengers in one car equipped with stabilitrak and one without. There was an obvious difference between the too. Aside from that, the GM drivers that took us out on the test let it rip and showed us what stabilitrak can really do when things get out of control.
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Skoda Confirms Yeti SUV, Production Starts In 2009
VW’s Czech subsidiary has confirmed that it will introduce it’s first ever SUV model based on the 2005 Yeti Concept (picture). Production of Skoda’s fifth model line will commence in 2009 with the Czech carmaker stating that it will be manufactured in its Kvasiny plant in the ŠKODA YETI TO BE MANUFACTURED IN THE
Production of Škoda’s fifth model line is due to start in 2009 and many new jobs will be created in the firm’s home country following this announcement. The Kvasiny facility, along with Škoda’s other plant in Vrchlabí, will be extensively modernised and expanded in order to meet the board’s aim of having three full-scale Czech factories by 2010.
Mladá Boleslav, the carmaker’s main plant and headquarters, will continue to produce the Fabia and Octavia. However, the Volkswagen plant in
Detlef Wittig, chairman of Škoda’s board of directors, said: “Thanks to the growing demand for the Octavia we are looking for suitable manufacturing capacities elsewhere that will enable us to quickly react to the enormous interest shown by customers in our model range. “
MG Launches Rover 75 Based 7 Series In China
The former British built MG-ZT (sporty version of the BMW Groupe developed, Rover 75) has been officially launched in Commenting on the introduction of the MG 7, Nanjing MG’s sales director Yang Junhu said: “We are bringing British automotive culture to our country. Until now no other car from a British marque has been manufactured and sold in
Lexus Announces Debut Of New Performance Accessory Line At SEMA
In addition to the presentation of nine projects tuned by the specialty-equipment industry, Lexus will also unveil an all-new performance accessory line at the SEMA Show on October 30. The Japanese firm didn’t give any details in its press release but expect something of the likes of Audi’s “S-Line” or BMW’s “M-Pack”. Also, Lexus added that the 400 HP IS-F will be available for test drives on the Motor Trend Proving Ground during the show. All you SEMA Show registered members can simply go to www.lexus.com/isfdrive and sign up for a lap around the circuit. -Press release after the jumpPRESS RELEASE: As part of its first official participation with the SEMA Show, Lexus will debut an all-new performance accessory line at a noon press conference, Tuesday, October 30, during the 2007 Show.
"The SEMA Show is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world, and Lexus is thrilled to participate this year,” says Brian Bolain, national Lexus interactive and automotive events manager. "SEMA is the perfect venue for the launch of our new performance line, to display our performance-oriented project vehicles and showcase our all-new Lexus IS F high-performance sport sedan.”
The press conference will be in the Lexus exhibit tent located outside, adjacent to the Central Hall of the
For a chance to drive the IS F on the Motor Trend Proving Ground, SEMA Show registered members can simply go to www.lexus.com/isfdrive and sign up for a lap around the circuit.
For those wanting an off-track experience with the IS F, Lexus will provide two virtual driving options. Located in the Lexus exhibit area will be an IS F mounted to a rear-wheel dynamometer, which will allow attendees to experience the high-performance feel, sound and power that the IS F has to offer. SEMA members can sit behind the wheel of the IS F and, using a pair of paddles located within a fingertip's reach, perform ultra-fast upshifts. Gear changes come within a tenth of a second, and downshifts are accompanied by incredibly precise throttle blips to match engine RPM to vehicle speed.
In addition, three synced racing simulators featuring an IS F sports seat with vibration and sound and three flat screens, will allow gaming fans a chance to virtually drive the all-new Lexus and compete against each other on a choice of three tracks. A fourth flat screen showing all three cars in race mode will be available for observers. Attendees will be able to take home a CD version of the specially designed video game.
The tent will also feature a Lexus project car showcase, illustrating the high-end potential the car offers the specialty-equipment industry, including:
- IS F Super Car by 5 Axis Models
- IS 350 concept car by TRD
- SC 430 by BRS Autodesign
- GS 430 by Blitz
- GS 430 by GReddy
- LS 460 by Fesler Productions
- LS 460 by VIP Auto Salon
- RX 400h by 714 Motorsports in partnership with MOMO
- LS 460 by CEC Wheels
All Lexus activities will be held at the exhibit tent or the Motor Trend Proving Ground powered by Lexus except where noted. Lexus' schedule of activities for the SEMA Show includes the following:
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
9:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.: Exhibit space open
12:00 p.m.—1:00 p.m.: Press conference and lunch at Motor Trend Proving Ground
1:00 p.m.—5:00 p.m.: IS F course drives
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
9:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.: IS F course drives and exhibit space open
Thursday, November 1, 2007
9:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.: IS F course drives and exhibit space open
Friday, November 2, 2007
9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.: exhibit space open
Lexus will also join the CEC Wheels annual fashion show on Thursday, November 1, at the beautiful Bali Hai Golf Club. The LS 460 and IS F CEC project cars will join other modified luxury models in taking a turn on the catwalk. This annual event has proven to be one of the most coveted invitations during Show week.
Carscoop Attends GM’s 2008 Collection
General Motors invited Carscoop on its first official trip to Through out the next week Dani will be posting our 2-day experience at the GM test track at the Milford Proving Grounds, also known as “Black Lake”, our interesting dinner and conversation with the “GM” (General Manager) of GM, Ed Peper, and other little interesting pieces of information that we picked up along the way. We’ll also post our own personal insight to the cars we got to drive and what we thought of them including the 2008 Cadillac CTS and the Saab 9-3. (Photo: Dani)
BTW: Carscoop attended a manufacturer-sponsored event, meaning that GM handled travel & accommodations
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