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Ferrari V12 HY-KERS Technology

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

At the recent Beijing, Ferrari unveiled the evolution of the HY-KERS project adapted to a mid-rear engine layout. The powertrain consists of a 12-cylinder engine and dual-clutch gearbox coupled to an electric motor. A second electric motor is dedicated to the auxiliary systems and is located in front of the V12. The two electric motors are connected to the batteries which can be positioned in the car in line with the available space and final configuration. The objective of this configuration is to create a sports car that, thanks to the integration with the electric motors, increases power while at the same time reducing emissions. The KERS features new, smaller and lighter electronic components which come close to achieving the declared target of 1 KW per kg of extra weight added by the hybrid system. Technological transfer from F1 was fundamental to the design, engineering and construction of an innovative electric motor used to optimise the car's longitudinal and lateral dynamic characteristics, namely torque management, traction control and brake distribution, to the benefit of sportiness and driving pleasure.

Record for Volvo Hybrid Truck

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Volvo's hybrid truck, 'Mean Green', established new world speed records on April 27th at Wendover Airfield in Utah, USA. 'Mean Green' achieved the following world record speeds: Flying Kilometre+ --236.577 km/h (147.002 mph) and Standing Kilometre* -- 153.252 km/h (95.245 mph).

Formula 1 meets DTM

Sun, 06 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The two MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Formula One drivers Nico Rosberg and Michael Schumacher visited the DTM season opener last weekend at Hockenheim - to drive the W196 Silver Arrow from 1955, the MGP W02 from last year and as driver in the race taxi.

The AMG G-Class

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The G 55 AMG KOMPPRESSOR has been a favourite since 2004, as a strong character, immune to passing fashions. The AMG 5.5-litre V8 supercharged engine initially developed 350 kW (476 hp), increasing to 368 kW (500 hp) in 2006 and 373 kW (507 hp) in 2009. The maximum torque of 700 newton metres remained unchanged, along with the vehicle's supremely dynamic performance values. The G 55 AMG KOMPRESSOR accelerated from zero to 100/km in 5.5 seconds, with a top speed of 210 km/h (electronically limited).

Mercedes Style Concept

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The heartbeat of a new generation grows stronger all the time: with its Concept Style Coupé, appearing at this year's Auto China (23 April to 2 May 2012), Mercedes-Benz will be making a convincing statement in favour of avantgarde design among sporty executive coupés.

Video Edition - Eps 8

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Episode 8: On this Video Edition of Automotive Tv, we take a look at a radical design for motorsport from Nissan. Lamborghini have revealed a one-of concept car, we take a tour around the Totota FT-Bh concept and our feature video is from Ferrari, it's an oldei but a goodie. The video showcases the assembly of the 612 Scaglietti V12 engine. Plus we take a brief look at the latest automotive news.

Lamborghini Aventador J

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

At the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, Automobili Lamborghini is presenting the most uncompromising open super sports car of its entire history. The Lamborghini Aventador J is a force of nature on wheels -- supremely powerful and supremely open. The Aventador J offers its pilot and co-pilot an utterly indescribable experience of power and dynamics. At the same time, the 515 kW / 700 hp two-seater is a first class technology showcase, combining innovative solutions and brand new materials and demonstrating Automobili Lamborghini's enormous expertise in carbon fiber technology.

Ground-Breaking Deltawing

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Nissan is aiming to change the face of endurance racing forever by becoming a founding partner in the most radical motorsport project of its time -- Nissan DeltaWing. A highly-advanced and hugely-efficient Nissan engine will power the remarkable DeltaWing car as it races in anger for the first time at the legendary Le Mans 24 Hours (16-17 June).

The new A-Class

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The heartbeat of a new generation: at the centre of Mercedes-Benz's presence at the Geneva Motor Show (8 to 18 March 2012) will be the world premiere of the new A-Class. The company is opening up a whole new chapter in the compact segment: markedly emotive in design, with powerful engines ranging from 109 hp to 211 hp, and extremely efficient, with emissions from just 99 g of CO2/km. At the same time the new model underlines that for Mercedes-Benz safety is not a question of price - the standard specification includes, amongst other things, the radar-based COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST system.

Video Edition - Eps 7

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Episode 7: On this Video Edition of Automotive Tv, we take a closer look at the fastest Ferrari ever, Jaguar have released the new Sportbreak, Honda is introducing the new safety technologies across their range and we talk to the designers and engineers who created the latest Porsche 911. Episode 8 - youtu.be

Video Edition - Eps 6

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Episode 6: On this Video Edition of Automotive Tv, the New BMW M5, the high-performance saloon lives on, we take a look at the history of the Mercedes-Benz SL, Bentley Continental V8 Range makes a flying debut in Munich and our feature video showcases testing of the new M Class. Plus we take a sneak look at Sebastian Vettel's new SUV and we go winter testing a new Jaguar. Episode 7 - youtu.be

Bentley Goes Sky High

Sat, 03 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Bentley Motors celebrated the arrival of its new 4.0 litre V8 Continental GT coupe in Germany with a sensational flying debut above downtown Munich. Anyone struggling through the rush hour would have seen the bright red Bentley taking a dramatic short-cut, suspended beneath a helicopter, to beat the traffic jams and arrive at a specially-designed podium at the summit of a high rise complex close to Munich's city centre. The fashionable SkyLounge -- positioned in a glazed bridge between two skyscrapers -- was the venue for an exclusive Bentley Continental V8 launch party for 300 VIP guests.

All-new Volvo V40

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The all-new V40 is ready to overtake the competition in the Premium Hatchback class with sharpened features and characteristics from larger Volvos wrapped in a sleek, compact package. "The all-new V40 is the first new model that is fully developed according to our human-centric, Designed Around You strategy. Charged with an outstanding set of high-tech features it definitely will give our toughest competitors a headache," says Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO of Volvo Car Corporation.

Fastest Ferrari ever built

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Today's on-line unveiling of the F12berlinetta ushers in a new generation of Ferrari 12-cylinders in the form of a car that delivers unprecedented performance from an exceptional new engine, combined with innovative design that redefines classic themes along with extreme aerodynamics.

Video Edition - Eps 5

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Episode 5: On this Video Edition of Automotive Tv, we take a look at look at the design and production of the Nissan Juke-R Concept; Volvo are designing a driver-free control system; McLaren unveil their 2012 F1 challenger & Ranger Rover take a group of journalist on a driving lesson in extreme winter conditions. Episode 6 - youtu.be

New McLaren F1 Challenger

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The continuation of our double world-champion driver line-up, further consolidation of our championship-winning engineering team and a subtle, yet deep-reaching technical update of our car all underpin the world-class strength, experience and ambition that exists at Vodafone McLaren Mercedes ahead of the 2012 FIA Formula 1 World Championship.

Video Edition - Eps 4

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Episode 4: On this video edition of Automotive Tv, we take you to an Austrian testing facility where Range Rovers new Evoque is put to through the ultimate tests. The Tokyo motor show was the venue for Honda to reveal three of its new concept cars. Volvo have released details of the environmentally friendly XC60 Hybrid and finally we take a look at the Pagani Huayra Supercar. Episode 5 - youtu.be Episode 6 - youtu.be Episode 7 - youtu.be Episode 8 - youtu.be

Road Train Approaching

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The SARTRE project (Safe Road Trains for the Environment) has successfully completed the first test demonstrations of a multiple vehicle platoon. The test fleet included a lead truck followed by three cars driven entirely autonomously at speeds of up to 90 km/h -- with no more than 6 metres gap between the vehicles. The SARTRE project is being driven by seven European partners and is the only one of its kind to focus on the development of technology that can be implemented on conventional highways in which platooned traffic operates in a mixed environment with other road users.

New Pagani Huayra Supercar

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The styling of the car was perfected over the course of 5 years to find each line's beginning and end. During this study, eight scale models were created, as well as two 1:1 models, each an evolution of the previous in a never ending quest to perfect the form and refining the substance. To this date five prototypes have been built which have been conducting road tests for the past 4 years. Currently, over half a million kilometers have been covered by our prototypes and before entering the US market we will have reached one million test kilometers.

Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

At the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Volvo Car Corporation will unveil an innovative petrol plug-in hybrid. The Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept is an electric car, a highly economical hybrid and a powerful high-performance car all rolled into one. At the touch of a button, the driver decides how the available power from the combination of the high-performance petrol engine and the electric motor is to be utilised.

Nissan Juke-R Unveiled

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The world has been given its first glimpse of Nissan's ultimate compact crossover: Juke-R. Unveiled at a Nissan Crossover media launch in Malaga, Spain, Juke-R shocked an unsuspecting audience when it was revealed as a 'surprise guest' at the end of the press conference. Shown for the first time in the metal, Juke-R continues to create a huge reaction, harnessing the bold design of Nissan's provocative Juke with the speed and power of the company's flagship GT-R...... creating the world's fastest, most innovative, crossover.

New Mercedes-Benz SL

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

With the completely redeveloped SL, Mercedes-Benz continues a tradition that began 60 years ago. The letters "SL" have ever since been synonymous with a symbiosis of sportiness, style and comfort -- and with groundbreaking innovations. The new SL has been produced for the first time almost entirely from aluminium and weighs up to 140 kilograms less than its predecessor. Its highly rigid all-aluminium bodyshell provides the basis for agile, sporty handling that has been taken to an entirely new level, coupled with exemplary roll characteristics and ride comfort. Even better driving dynamics come courtesy of the new BlueDIRECT engines; they are more powerful yet at the same time up to 29 per cent more economical than the engines in the outgoing generation. Other new features include the unique FrontBass system, which turns the luxury sports car into a concert hall regardless of whether the top is open or closed, and the highly efficient adaptive windscreen wipe/wash system MAGIC VISION CONTROL; it supplies water from the wiper blade as required and depending on the direction of wipe.

Highlights - 2011 Tokyo Motor Show

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The 42nd Tokyo Motor Show 2011 was held from Friday, December 2 to Sunday, December 11, 2011 at Tokyo Big Sight in Koto-ku. The 42nd Tokyo Motor Show 2011 (Organizer: Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, Inc.; Chairman: Toshiyuki Shiga), which ran for ten days from December 2 (Friday) to December 11 (Sunday) at Tokyo Big Sight in Ariake, Koto-ku in Tokyo, closed today at 5 PM on a successful note. The show was three days shorter than the previous show, yet the total number of visitors amounted to 842600, a significant increase of 37% compared to the previous 41st show of 2009. This also came close to the 852900 visitors for the same number of days (ten days) in the 40th Show in 2007 which was held for 17 days. This video highlights all of the major attractions so come take a quick tour of the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show.

Design of the new Porsche 911

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The new generation Porsche 911 Carrera is emerging from one of the biggest development steps in the long history of this classic sports car. Almost 90 per cent of all components have been redesigned or redeveloped. With its all-new lightweight body, further drivetrain efficiencies and new suspension systems, the Coupé offers the driver improved Porsche Intelligent Performance. This manifests itself in yet further enhanced driving dynamics, up to 16 per cent lower fuel consumption and emissions combined with even greater everyday practicality.

New BMW M5 Saloon

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

For more than 25 years the BMW M5 Saloon has defined the high-performance saloon segment, in the process becoming the most successful car of its type in the world. Now a new fifth-generation model raises the concept of the premium executive saloon combining track-car dynamics and supreme touring comfort to an even higher level. It features the most potent engine ever devised by BMW's high-performance M division, here making its world premiere, along with race-bred chassis technology that includes, for the first time, an Active M differential and electronic damping control. The unique exterior design has been dictated by the technical requirements of the car, while the luxurious sports car-like cockpit offers an extensive range of innovative driver assistance systems and mobility services.