The Cars: April 2013

Sunday, April 28, 2013

2014 Chevy Camaro Z28

It's back! The z28 is one of the most known Camaros that was ever made. And the new look is so mean! It just looks like it's in a race mode all the time. I love it, and the black rims and spoilers make it unique to all the other Camaro packages. The whole new fascia for the front end is a ton better than the 2013 version. To make it lighter, the Z/28 was made with 19-inch wheels, taking off 42 lbs over the 20-inch rims found on the SS and ZL1. There's no tire inflation kit, trunk carpeting, some sound deadening, and fog lights. Air conditioning is optional, the rear glass is slightly thinner, and the battery is a lightweight unit. The stereo is a single speaker retained for the obligatory seat-belt minder chime. Nine pounds have been cut from the backseat through material changes and doing away with the pass through ability. In the end, the Z/28 weighs 300 lbs less than the ZL1, or about 3,820 lbs. This puts it at 40 lbs lighter than a Camaro SS with a manual transmission and 200 lbs heavier than the Ford Mustang Boss 302. But that is most the information that I found. They like to keep it a surprise too. They haven't even let the price out yet!

Sunday, April 21, 2013

2013 Hennessey Venom GT

All I can say is whoa. When you see this car, there's no doubt that it's fast. Even the stock version of this car would blow any average car away. Then having Hennessey upgrade it? Oh man. Any of there cars have way too much power for one man to have. But this is their most powerful one yet. They put the LS7 in this, which is the 7.0L 427 CID aluminum block in it, and that's a crazy huge, crazy powerful motor, basically pushing nothing. Then on top of that they put twin precision turbo ball turbochargers on it. This give it a total of 1,244 horsepower and 1155 lb-ft torque. I think they're trying to make a land rocket, and if so they sure have done it. This car is so light, everything is made out of carbon fiber except for the doors and the roof, weighing in at a little over 2,700 pounds. The aerodynamics of this car are insane too. It lays so low to the ground, and all the flares and the spoiler, it gives it so much down force. I said it was fast right? It's probably classed as beyond fast. It goes 0-60 in 2.7 seconds, 0-100 in 5.6 seconds, and will do a quarter mile in 9.92 seconds. 6 seconds and its over 100! That's insane! I couldn't even grasp being in a car that could do that. I don't think any man could reach it's top speed without being crazy, fastest car in the world reaching 278 mph. Blowing the Bugatti Veyron out of the water at 258 mph. That's getting close to 300, and I don't know if anything is safe going 300 on the ground. But the price for the Hennessey modified Venom GT is $1.1 million dollars. Hats off to the man who can buy this car.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Carbon Fiber Rocking Horse

Modern interpretations of the traditional archetype, the rocking horse series re-visits toys from memories, turning them into objects we would still love today. The "Rocking Moto" is inspired by the 70's café racers and the "Dark Horse" is a modern interpretation of the traditional rocking horse archetype. Each applies a touch of classic styling to a ultramodern form with abstract shapes and materials like carbon fiber.

Designer: NextOfKin Creatives

Rocking Moto and Dark Horse by NextOfKin Creatives

Monday, April 15, 2013

Peugeot 206 SW - Comes in Many Faces

The Peugeot 206 SW is a station wagon from French automaker Peugeot produced in 2005. The car was a handy experience for those looking for a cheap French car with enough space to adjust small families. The brand new Peugeot 206 SW has a lot of demand in France, United Kingdom, Iran, Brazil, China, Indonesia, Argentina, Malaysia and Chile. Here the assembly of this car happens to maximize the cost advantage for customers.

The basic plus points of this car are:

Performance

The Peugeot 206 SW is a well performing car, because of diverse engine type availability. Its preferred engine capacity ranges from 1100 CC to 2000 CC making the car an efficient alternative, although customer generally prefers 1600cc onwards Peugeot 206 SW as according to an online survey. Though, it is a small vehicle but the powerful and refined engine with up to date technology makes the car smooth on the road.

Handling

The overall handling of the Peugeot 206 SW is best, because of the inside being well adjusted with accessories and features. The strong suspension makes sure that car gives less jerky experience to the driver, while the fine balancing between the car body and displacement makes the car smooth on the road. The user of this car experience safe, confident and smooth experience in this car.

Value of the Car

The level of comfort Peugeot 206 SW provides is at its best. The alloy wheels, headlights and rear lights along with Roof Rail enhance the external value of the car to the best. The front with curtain sided form of air bags and anti-lock braking system multiplies the safety value of the car, making driver stress free, while the power window, power steering and climate control system gives power value to the car, giving greater ability to manage car with just small power exertion.

Space Practicality

The within the space of the Peugeot 206 SW is practically best for 5 person family, while the back of the car has enough space to carry small luggage. Although one can even fold the back seats for extra space, giving the passengers confidence to carry additional load with ease. The spongy seats with enough room for head and leg placement prevent collusion at any part of the drive to the best, so although Peugeot 206 SW is small but it is well-spaced.

Environment friendly option

The car is an environment friendly option as the average Carbon dioxide emission is 149gram per kilometer, which is low in case of the vehicle of this size, so those who want to be a key factor in saving mother earth go for Peugeot 206 SW with quite a comfort-ability.

Author: Roger Abert is an IT professional and writer, editor at biggest Used Japanese Cars Exporting Company. Follow him on Google+.

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Sunday, April 14, 2013

Renault Twin'z Concept by Lovegroove

Renault teamed up with Ross Lovegroove has unveiled this unique Renault Twin'z Concept at Triennale of Milano. This creation underlines Renault's Design strategy to explore new design languages by examining our nature, they learn about nature's system and energy. This project goal is to bring awareness and understanding of our actions that can impact nature. The main idea is to bring "playful" theme into your car, imagine a spacious cabin which is truly passenger friendly.

The wheels and tires are both designed as a single entity with cool glowing green finish for the wheels. Its solid central core boasts branches that strike out towards the rim. Developed by Michelin, the tire continues the same pattern to create harmony between these 2 functions.

You would also notice distinctive LED light patterns of Renault Twin'Z, the headlight looks like eyes that communicate with positive, alert expression.

The sequence of LEDs continue from the grille to rear bumper through the roof. You can see unique pattern of light flowing towards the head lights and then climbing up over windscreen pillars then go back down to the rear bumper. It's a magical effect that brings Twin'Z alive.

Designer : Ross Lovegroove, Reuault

Renault Twin'Z Concept by Rozz Lovegroove

Instead of conventional door mirrors, this concept car uses an integrated video camera that has been aerodynamically liquefied within the body.

The interior of Renault Twin'Z concept is very roomy, the double floor pan makes high up driving position, thus allowing drivers and passengers to benefit from great view of the road and surrounding environment.

Renault Twin'Z Concept by Rozz Lovegroove

1972 Chevy Nova (Super Sleeper)

I am a huge fan of muscle cars, and this one is probably the most well built, well hidden muscle car sleepers. A sleeper is an old muscle car that doesn't have the greatest looks. Maybe a few rust spots there, and some dents there. But then when you lift the hood, the motor blows your mind. and thats exactly what happened when I was checking this car out. You definitely can't see it, but this beast is carrying 1,160 horsepower and 825 lb-ft torque. This is because this has an all-aluminum LS2 Longblock with twin-superchargers. I'll give you a few minutes to stare in amazement at the picture below.

?How he was able to do that, I don't know. But I do know that they had to reinforce a majority of the body because the amount of power it has would twist the frame like no other. A unique feature of this car is that it has what is called "Octane On Demand" fuel system, which allows the car to carry gas from the fuel pumps at the gas stations, and and also high octane racing fuel. They each have their own set of injectors. The primary one is used for the fuel pump gas, since it is a daily driver. The secondary is used for the racing fuel. So when the driver is cruising through town he is using normal gas, but maybe when he is out on an old country road or maybe even on the highway or interstate and wants to get on it, all he has to do is punch the gas and the secondary fuel system with spray the racing fuel to give the car an instant boost. To give you an idea of how fast it is, it ran a 10.41 at 141 mph on a quarter mile. Overall, this car is truly an amazing and unique car.

Sunday, April 7, 2013

2013 VR1200 Cadillac Hennessey Coupe

This is probably the nicest Cadillac you'll ever see, so you better get a really good look at it. They're only making 12 of these monsters. Thats in the world. This thing has so much power it's ridiculous, nobody should possess this much power. But if you're rich you sure could. Which doesn't make since, you know just cause you have alot of money doesn't automatically make you qualified to drive supercars dangerously. Most rich people fail to listen to that advice. And what do they do? They screw around in traffic and it costs them tons of money when they crash their precious Ferrari into the wall. Just something that annoys me. Anyway, back to the car. Let me just start off with telling you that this car has 1,226 horsepower, and 1,109 lb ft torque. Like what more do you need?! Thats insane. I have no words for it. Its 0-60 time is 2.9 seconds. Another mind blower. And get this, its top speed is 242 mph. The reasons it is able to go that fast and aquire so much power is because Hennessey dropped a 7.0L 427 CI aluminum V8 block into this sucker. Oh, and they added twin turbos. It has forged pistons, connecting rods, and crankshaft. Just everything in the whole engine assembly you could possibly upgrade it has done. Superior exhaust system, intercooler, high flow air induction system. The drivetrain assembly comes in manual or automatic, but the automatic costs $20,000 more. Upgraded suspension, brakes, tires, everything. This car is just absolutely amazing. But it also costs $295,000. So good luck with that!?

Friday, April 5, 2013

BMC impec Lamborghini Bike

Lamborghini fans, you can own this special edition bike that costs equivalent to a car,Lamborghini 50th Anniversary Edition impec. A high-end road bike which has been designed and created through collaboration between Lamborghini and BMC, you'll be enjoying exclusive bike that features the same precision, details, and style used in Lamborghini Aventador dream car. Both of these companies have been known for turning marvelous ideas into functional designs, never hesitate to think outside the box.

You can own one of these super bike with 25,000 Euros, there will be only 50 pieces worldwide and will be produced on made-to-order basis. The 50th Anniversary Lamborghini Edition impec boasts Italian style and elegance with modern technology, a set of Italian-made components equips the impec frame which then meticulously painted in order to highlight the precise carbon assembly and at the same time highlight the link of complete work to Lamborghini's Aventador dream car.

Designers : Lamborghini and BMC

Lamborghini 50th Anniversary Edition Impec Bike

Tuesday, April 2, 2013

eCycle

Packing in trendy, effective, effortless and easily maneuverability into an electric bicycle sounds like a distant dream. That is till you have a look at the eCycle, an electric bicycle that aims to make biking the obvious choice of transportation. The dynamic frame of the eCycle integrates battery and motor within a lightweight and flexible structure. Taking inspiration from retro motorcycles, the bike hosts a stylized fuel tank to mask a battery pack.

eCycle features a hydroformed, flexible and lightweight aluminum frame and a removable battery. The electric motor fits neatly inside the aluminum frame. The handlebar features integrated brake levers, gear case and controllers, without any third party OEM parts.

Designer: Milos Jovanovic