Thursday, September 30, 2010

Sunrise on Lotus dawn of a new era!!!

Lotus definately takes a new direction in terms of its product line up and the future looks very promising! Below is the official release.

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World first for an automotive manufacturer as Lotus unveils entire new product line up and introduces the world to the new Lotus lifestyle.

We did it! At exactly 16.45 CET on September 30th 2010, via a live global webcast, surrounded by the world�s press, Lotus made the ultimate statement of intent. Five new cars, two evolutions of existing models and a concept car. A sumptuous new magazine. A flashy new website. And a range of merchandise featuring not one, not two, but three separate clothing ranges.
There�s so much to take in that we thought we�d keep the post event words simple. But for those who need details, fear not, we have a lovely media site where you can get all the information including technical specifications (see notes to editors). For now though, we�re going to let the man behind the vision do the talking, here�s what Lotus CEO Dany Bahar has to say:



The New Lotus Esprit (5.0 litre/V8/620 PS), the icon is back: �The Esprit is the ultimate supercar. There�s a fine balance between acknowledging the greatness of the past whilst at the same time rapidly leaping forward to the future and ensuring that this car not only does the name Esprit justice but also the Lotus brand. I think we�ve managed to find the balance and in doing so created a new icon, a car people will find hard to resist. The design is aggressive, you have to see it to appreciate how low and wide the proportions are but it still retains a level of dignity, of class and most of all exclusivity. I�m very proud of this car.�



The New Lotus Elan (4.0 litre/V6/450 PS), the end of compromise: �Perfect for both road and track, the Elan not only ticks all the boxes, it creates new ones too. It will convert people to Lotus, it will also go a long way towards dispelling the old misconceptions about this class, that in order to have high performance you must sacrifice usability � those days are gone. Once you drive an Elan you won�t look back, it will give you things you didn�t even realise you were missing � that�s the essence of Lotus and the Elan perfectly captures that spirit.� 

The New Lotus Elite (5.0 litre/V8/620 PS), a new British expression of exclusivity:
�The Elite is breathtakingly beautiful but it�s so much more than that. One could say it�s a car of perfect contradictions, it�s compact yet spacious, high performance yet low emissions, lightweight yet still reassuringly solid. It�s a car that we are exceptionally proud of at Lotus and we truly believe that there is nothing else like it out there both in terms of styling and performance. There will always be those who believe that Lotus should stick to small sports cars but we didn�t take the decision to design something like the Elite lightly, it�s based on months of careful research and planning.�



The New Lotus Elise (2.0 litre/inline 4/320 PS), the grown up: �We worked very hard on getting the Elise 2015 exactly right, it�s our entry level car so it needs to give a proper introduction to the Lotus driving experience. The Elise you can buy now is still a fantastic car and Lotus remains very proud of it, but this is a natural progression for us moving forward. The Elise 2015 will also be class-leading in terms of performance and efficiency but it will do more than that, it will take the Elise model to the forefront of its class across the board. It�s the next generation Elise for a new generation of Lotus drivers.�



The New Lotus Eterne (5.0 litre/V8/620 PS), the statement of intent: �The Eterne is sensational to look at and as with the rest of the range it also over delivers in all other aspects as well. Similar to the Elite, it�s a car of perfect contradictions, it�s compact yet spacious, high performance yet low emissions relatively lightweight yet still reassuringly solid.  The biggest difference between the Eterne and it�s class competitors is that it�s not an evolution of an existing two-door model, it�s a deliberate and considered stand-alone creation. It�s the ultimate four door sports car.�

The Concept City Car: �Lotus Design has created a vehicle that condenses the essence of Lotus into a low carbon city car, with many inspired design touches. The progressive technology from Lotus Engineering gives the car an advanced drivetrain that can be operated in Zero Emissions EV mode or run on its flex-fuel engine. As you would expect from Lotus, the City Car concept is an exquisitely designed, highly efficient vehicle with class leading performance - in this concept car, Lotus Design and Lotus Engineering have provided the perfect solution for life in the contemporary city environment.�

The Evora S: �It�s the next level of Evora experience. It communicates with you better, the suspension setting has been fine tuned for added power and control so it responds even more to direction. It�s an instinctive car, the experience is pure. We were proud of the Evora but we�re even prouder of the Evora S, I feel it does the Lotus experience true justice. The really great thing is that as we move forward the standard Evora should also benefit from some of these developments.�

The Evora IPS: �The Evora IPS is set to broaden the appeal of the Evora and reach out to a slightly different market. We hope it will be popular with established automatic locations such as Asia, the Middle East and the US. It�s been a long time since Lotus created an automatic and we�ve spent a great deal of time refining this one to make sure that it perfectly complements the Evora driving experience.�
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Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Rendering of new Mazda RX-8

If the new RX-8 is anything like that, then I already know what my next car will be!!! Judging by the new design language 'KODO - Soul of Motion' and the Shinari concept, it's certain that Mazda will launch very interesting designs.
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Ice White Brutale!

MV Agusta have announced that their Brutale 990R will be available in a brand new colour , ice white, but only 5 will be coming to the UK. The 144bhp (1090RR), the Brutale is one of the most powerful naked streetbikes available!Ride safeJon BoothEmail: webmaster@inter-bike.co.ukBlog: http://bestmotorstyle2011.blogspot.com//Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/
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Monday, September 27, 2010

La vettura rossa


Hey everyone!!!

I'm super sorry for such a long break between my posts! It just happened that I didn't do almost anything at home just for myself starting from April (!!!). This actually never happened before & I hope it won't happen again,- I'll try to update my blog more often from now!
;-)))

I should say that a lot of things happened during these months: I finally found time to visit Kyoto and Nara, climbed Mt.Fuji together with my friends from Nissan/Renault, went home for summer vacation. & apart of that: two of my best friends got married, Spain became the winner of the World Cup (congratzzz Carlos & Aitor!), FC Zenit managed not to lose a single game in the Russian Premiere League and a super interesting F1 season has almost finished with only 4 GP's left to go!..

So the sketch that ends up these 5 (!) months of silence is a sketch of the red car which I did just for fun and relaxation!.. Nothing seriuos, guyzzz!!
;-P
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Interior of next-gen Honda Civic 4-door (2HC) revealed!!!

The interior of the next-gen Civic 4-door (earlier post) has been revealed and as you can see, the two-tiered design theme makes a return, but basically everything has been completely redesigned.

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Thursday, September 23, 2010

MINI Scooter E Concept's unveiled

The BMW Group extends the MINI brand further today in London by showing a range of concept electric scooters, currently called the MINI Scooter E Concept, with funky retro styling based on the MINI.BMW say "It�s not just a two-wheeler in MINI Design - this scooter meets the needs of the young urban generation: Spontaneous, flexible, CO2-free mobility. Using a smart phone as the ignition key, the
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Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Aston Martin One-77, Episode 4

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Aston Martin One-77: Featuring the world's most powerful naturally aspired road car engine

Aston Martin�s ultimate expression of design, engineering and craftsmanship; the One-77 is being readied for production. The 7.3 litre V12 engine, as part of the development process, has been certified at 750bhp and 750Nm of torque, positioning it as the most powerful naturally aspirated road car engine in the world today.

In the fourth part of the One-77 film series which is released today, Dr. Ulrich Bez, CEO of Aston Martin and Marek Reichman, Director of Design discuss the fundamental elements of what makes the One-77 so unique. The film shows the first complete engineering car in motion on the test track.

The One-77, a sports car of unparalleled beauty with subtle aggression and performance to eclipse any previous Aston Martin road car will be built at the marque�s global headquarters in Gaydon, Warwickshire. Over the past nine months, the One-77 has been undergoing Aston Martin�s rigorous engineering test programme. The car, despite its exclusive volume of only 77 is being subjected to the same engineering development process as the current range of acclaimed sports cars. This includes extreme hot and cold testing plus sign-off at the N�rburgring Nordschleife; the world�s toughest and most unforgiving test track.

In April of this year the One-77 made its on-road debut as part of the Tourist Trophy where it led a parade of supercars taking the Trophy from London�s Pall Mall to the Silverstone circuit where it performed some hot laps.

Dr. Ulrich Bez, Chief Executive of Aston Martin said: �The One-77 is approaching a production reality and of course, there is considerable excitement in the project. Now the next steps are all about details and refinement to complete the composition. I know the final car will demonstrate what the Aston Martin team is capable of.�


Deliveries of the One-77 are expected to commence in early 2011.F or access to the fourth part of the One-77 film series please visit the Aston Martin YouTube channel at: www.youtube.com/astonmartin.

Source: Aston Martin
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Monday, September 20, 2010

Lotus shows new Elite - coming in spring 2014!

Today, I received the following email from Lotus announcing the introduction of the new Elite (earlier post)!!!

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�.enjoy the new British
                               Expression of Exclusivity 

Ten days ahead of the official unveil at the Paris Motor Show the sun starts to rise for the dawn of Lotus� new era - the Elite will redefine �modern classic". 

So here it is, the Lotus Elite, the first taste of what�s to come from Lotus in the future. Look up elegant in the dictionary and you�ll find variations on the following 1. dignified grace in appearance, movement, or behaviour, 2. superb taste in design, style and 3. something elegant; the ultimate refinement. 

The ground-breaking new Elite is exactly that. It�s compact yet chic body is elegance incarnate. It�s not only exquisitely elegant, in keeping with Lotus� core values, it�s a car of substance incorporating some of the very latest technological innovations Lotus has to offer. The slick retractable hard top version and the optional use of hybrid technology with KERS are typical examples of Lotus tailoring technology to deliver perfect performance.

Dany Bahar, CEO of Group Lotus said: �There�s no denying that the Elite is breathtakingly beautiful to look at but it�s so much more than that, it�s a car that over delivers in all other aspects as well. One could say it�s a car of perfect contradictions, it�s compact yet spacious, high performing yet low emitting, lightweight yet still reassuringly solid. It�s a car that we are exceptionally proud of at Lotus and we truly believe that there is nothing else like it out there both in terms of styling and performance. 

�Make no mistake, there�s a definite market requirement for the Elite � it�s the ultimate sports car feel with comfort and space. There will always be those who believe that Lotus should stick to small sports cars but we didn�t take the decision to design something like the Elite lightly, it�s based on months of careful research and planning. It�s worth noting this sector has been very successful for us in the past and now the Elite raises the benchmark higher still.� 

Set for release in spring 2014, this is an innovative, exciting GT that will set a new benchmark in design, performance and emissions. And it�s not all about sleek lines and stunning bodywork with this particular 2+2, what hides beneath this shark like exterior perfectly does the aesthetics justice. A front-mid positioned 5.0l V8 engine delivering up to 620 PS meaning drivers can expect to go from 0-100 km/h in approximately 3.5 to 3.7 seconds. 


Elite Specification
Layout: 2+2 seater, front-mid-engined, rear wheel drive
Dimensions:
Length:                                    4.60m
Width:                                      1.90m                          
Height:                                     1.32m

Engine:                                    Petrol, hybrid optional
Hybrid technology:              Hybrid gearbox with integrated electric
                                                   motors and KERS
Cylinder:                                 V8 
Capacity:                                5.0 litre
Power/Torque:                      620 PS / 720 Nm
Rev limit:                                 8,500 rpm
0-100 km/h:                             3.5 to 3.7 seconds
Top speed:                             315 km/h
CO
2 approx (CO2/km):           215 g/km

Weight:                                    1,650 kg
Seats:                                       2+2
Transmission:                        Full Hybrid transmission
Drive:                                        RWD
Start of production:              Early 2014
Enters the market:                Spring 2014
Price indication:                    Circa �115,000
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Friday, September 17, 2010

XINGYUE Recalls 2009-2010 Auto Moto XY150ZK Motor Scooters for Improper Location of Rear Brake Control

XINGYUE is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 Auto Moto XY150ZK motor scooters manufactured from March 2009 through June 2010.The rear brake control should be actuated by the driver's right foot and not the left hand as required by Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Standard No. 123, "Motorcycle Controls and Displays."305 units are affected.Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more
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Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Celeb model gets soapy with Bennetts Babes in Bikini Bike Wash video

Glamour girl Lucy Pinder gets lathered up alongside two Bennetts Babes in the all-new Bennetts Bikini Bike Wash. Created as part of Bennetts� 80th Birthday celebrations.The video is a scorcher!Ride safeJon BoothEmail: webmaster@inter-bike.co.ukBlog: http://bestmotorstyle2011.blogspot.com//Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/
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Kawasaki unveil Z750R

Kawasaki's middlewight naked Z750 has always had a big following and now Kawasaki have introduced the "R" model with a host of enhancements. These include high-grade suspension and brake components from the 2009 and 2010 Z1000 and a new front cowl and two-tone colouring.Ride safeJon BoothEmail: webmaster@inter-bike.co.ukBlog: http://bestmotorstyle2011.blogspot.com//Swicki: http://
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Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Live photos of all-new Suzuki Swift 3-door and 5-door (part 2)!!!

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Live photos of all-new Suzuki Swift 3-door and 5-door (part 1)!!!

Yesterday the first batch of Suzuki Swifts arrived, including the 3-door version (earlier post). All of them came from Hungary and I noticed that very few top-spec cars had also rear parking sensors fitted. I have to admit that although I still don't like the headlights much, overall it looks much better in reality and the interior is way better that its predecessor. The seat upholstery feels a bit cheap, but the seats should provide good support.

Some of them were also equipped with the auto gearbox and I feel that it is a shame that the CVT gearbox, which also has the option for changing gears via the paddle shifters, is available in Japan only. I really look forward for the Sport version.
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Monday, September 13, 2010

Motorcycle Cannonball Endurance Run - Old Bikes Hit the Road

As I mentioned in a previous blog entry, The Motorcycle Cannonball Endurance Run has begun. This is a coast-to-coast run of pre-1916 motorcycles starting from Kitty Hawk, North Carolina and ending in Santa Monica, California. Dates for the run are September 10-26, 2010. Check out the Cannonball Run website for everything you might want to know about this historic run. (I've noticed that the
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Friday, September 10, 2010

Motorcycle Pictures of the Week - Ken & Lynn

Here are my Pictures of the Week as displayed on the Motorcycle Views Website. These are taken from the Moto Pic Gallery. See Ken & Lynn on their 2001 V-Cycle RoadHawk. We need more pictures of men and women with their motorcycles. Get your picture in. For details, see Motorcycle Pictures of the Week.If you'd like to see your bike as Picture of the Week, submit a picture of you and your bike
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Motorcycle Accidents - Save Yourself

I've been harping on safe riding for years. I even wrote 10 Ways To Be Safe on a Motorcycle. Please read my article and pass it on to your friends, even those who don't ride. We need to save a few lives and it all starts with you.I see several motorcycle fatalities every day through my Google Alerts. Here's a representative article I just read. It will break your heart.Reading a newspaper
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Sunday, September 5, 2010

Lamborghini Gallardo Auto Car

This is Lamborghini Gallardo new luxury car and latest new model auto car dealers and are certainly new car sales curious plan with all the air of being the usual American were it not that what we say write auto car perfectly to reality! In Florida automotive car is Miami to be precise and there are manufacturer that recognize property new super car to their buyers and that is already
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This is Lamborghini Gallardo new luxury car and latest new model auto car dealers and are certainly new car sales curious plan with all the air of being the usual American were it not that what we say write auto car perfectly to reality! In Florida automotive car is Miami to be precise and there are manufacturer that recognize property new super car to their buyers and that is already
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Toyota Automotive Car

Toyota automotive car announced in the days past economic performance for the third quarter 2009 showing a dramatic slump in profits and amounting to 69% compared to the same period last year. The largest manufacturer in the world were particularly affected by the drastic contraction of the global car market and saw its share of sales fall 8% equity in a year and losing profits amounted to
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Toyota automotive car announced in the days past economic performance for the third quarter 2009 showing a dramatic slump in profits and amounting to 69% compared to the same period last year. The largest manufacturer in the world were particularly affected by the drastic contraction of the global car market and saw its share of sales fall 8% equity in a year and losing profits amounted to
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Tokyo Auto Salon 2009 Automotive Car

This is such a great and advance conceptual design based manufactured car and whole working process I mean each part of body is based on latest unique design so I can say that is such a great and advance Tokyo Auto Salon 2009. And the Tokyo Auto Salon automotive car is dedicated to change that has for all time been followed by means of attention by the manufacturers.Mazda for 2009 shows a big
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This is such a great and advance conceptual design based manufactured car and whole working process I mean each part of body is based on latest unique design so I can say that is such a great and advance Tokyo Auto Salon 2009. And the Tokyo Auto Salon automotive car is dedicated to change that has for all time been followed by means of attention by the manufacturers.Mazda for 2009 shows a big
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Friday, September 3, 2010

Motorcycle Pictures of the Week - Jose

Here are my Pictures of the Week as displayed on the Motorcycle Views Website. These are taken from the Moto Pic Gallery. See Jose with his 2005 Honda Shadow Aero. We need more pictures of men and women with their motorcycles. Get your picture in. For details, see Motorcycle Pictures of the Week.If you'd like to see your bike as Picture of the Week, submit a picture of you and your bike along
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Bike modification for new look of your bike

Bike modification is very good idea to modify the normal and ordinary bikes to give them a complete new look. These days more and more bikers like the concept of bike modifications to bring the change to their bikes. Bike modification in Delhi is very famous and popular among the young boys.These days pulsar bike modification is very much in trend across the country to rock the people with
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