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Honda UNI-CUB

Posted by on 16 May 2012, 12:58 pm

Honda UNI-CUB

Honda’s latest attempt at a personal mobility device has just hit the internet. Called the UNI-CUB this so-called vehicle is a development of the Honda UX-3 – itself highly unusual. But at least it didn’t look like a motorized chemical toilet.

The Honda UNI-CUB features the company’s proprietary balance control system and the world’s first omni-directional driving wheel system (Honda Omni Traction Drive System) -  inspired by robotic technologies developed for Asimo.

These technologies allow the rider to control speed, move in any direction, turn and stop, all simply by shifting his or her weight. Since the rider can freely move forward, backward, side-to-side and diagonally, Honda say the UNI-CUB can easily manoeuvre among and around other people.
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Porsche 918 Spyder Enters Next Stage of Development

Posted by on 15 May 2012, 9:00 pm

Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype

The Porsche 918 Spyder is well on its way to production, which is scheduled to start in September 2013. Along the way Porsche have been honing the vehicle thanks to several prototypes. The prototypes signal the final stage to the 918 Spyder’s development, and at the moment the focus is on the integration of the sophisticated drivetrain components. As you can imagine the successful marriage of a 4.6 litre V8 engine and two independent electric motors – one on the front axle and one in the drive line, acting on the rear wheels is not something that can be figured out over a long weekend.

The 918 Spyder is designed as a plug-in hybrid vehicle  which offers both astounding performance and fuel efficiency. The 770 hp machine delivers fuel consumption in the region of three litres per 100 km (78 MPG). It can bolt from 0-to-60 mph in just 3.1 seconds, and it tops out at 199 mph. Zero-emission electric power is available all the way up to 94 mph.
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BMW M135i

Posted by on 15 May 2012, 3:26 pm

BMW M135i

BMW have just revealed the new 3-door 1 Series range, and sitting at the top of the pile is the M135i. The 1 Series has never been a looker, and with the 2012 model things haven’t improved. However drivers of the M135i probably don’t care as they’re grinning from ear-to-ear thanks to the 320 horsepower turbocharged 3.0 litre straight-six engine mounted up front.

The M135i was developed by BMW M Performance, and as such it has M Performance suspension components and aerodynamically optimised body parts. The standard transmission is a 6-speed manual, an 8-speed automatic is optional. With the manual it takes 5.1 seconds to reach 62 mph (100 km/h), with the automatic it takes 4.9 seconds. Top speed is an electronically limited 155 mph.
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Wheelsandmore Lamborghini Aventador “Rabbioso” LP777-4

Posted by on 15 May 2012, 2:07 pm

Lamborghini Aventador Rabbioso LP777-4

Wheelsandmore, the German tuning company based out of Baesweiler, have just revealed their first performance package for the Lamborghini Aventador. Called the Lamborghini Aventador “Rabbioso” LP777-4, the car has been given some extra oomph, some new wheels, and the company are working on a selection of carbon fiber aerodynamic components.

Wheelsandmore have managed to coax and extra 77 horsepower out of the Aventador’s 6.5 litre V12 engine – taking the total to 777 horsepower. Torque has also been increased and now stands at 553 lb-ft (750 Nm). Wheelsandmore have provided the extra power through a combination of new air filter, new exhaust, and recalibrated ECU to take advantage of the new pipework.
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MINI John Cooper Works GP

Posted by on 14 May 2012, 3:38 pm

MINI John Cooper Works GP

The 2012 MINI John Cooper Works GP, of which only 2,000 will be produced, made its world debut at the MINI United festival in France last weekend. The John Cooper Works GP is the fastest Mini ever, but it is also a swan song for the second-generation Mini – as the third-generation car is already in development.

The MINI John Cooper Works GP is currently completing a programme of testing in preparation for production, part of which has involved setting an impressive fastest lap of the Nürburgring’s Nordschleife circuit. The MINI John Cooper Works GP lapped the ‘ring in 8 min. 23 sec. 19 seconds faster than its predecessor.
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Lotus Evora GTC

Posted by on 13 May 2012, 10:19 am

Lotus Evora GTC

Lotus and motor racing are synonymous. Ever since the company was founded its been part of what they do best; and Lotus’ current crop of cars are no different. The Evora GTC is an evolution of the company’s Evora GT4 Enduro racecar, and while most of the mechanical elements are the same, the GTC has been subjected to some additional weight-saving measures.

The Evora GTC is powered by a 4.0 litre V6 which produces 450 horsepower and 340 lb-ft (460 Nm) of torque. The transmission is an XTRAC six-speed sequential paddle-shift gearbox which directs the power to the 18-inch rear wheels.

Unlike the Evora GT4, the Evora GTC features carbon fiber body panels and Plexiglas windows. This shaves around 30 kilos (66 lbs) off the weight bringing the total down to 1,130 kgs (2,491 lbs). Wider wheels have also been fitted, and these mean it was essential to fit the car with fairly substantial flared arches. Traction control and BOSCH racing Anti-Lock Brakes system have been added to optimize power delivery and braking control.
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Ferrari 458 Italia Emozione by Evolution 2 Motorsport

Posted by on 10 May 2012, 6:37 pm

Ferrari 458 Italia Emozione by Evolution 2 Motorsport

The Ferrari 458 Italia Emozione by Evolution 2 Motorsport (E2M) is not your typical modified Ferrari. E2M normally spend their time fabricating race-ready Ferrari 458 Italia competition vehicles, so when it comes to offering high-performance bolt-ons for the 458 they really do know their stuff.

Performance upgrades for the 458 Italia Emozione include a titanium exhaust, larger volume air-box and a full ECU remap which increases power output by 40 hp, taking the total to 602 horsepower.
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Next Generation Ford Mustang Gets Rendered

Posted by on 9 May 2012, 5:45 pm

2015 Ford Mustang rendering

Inside Line have put their digital artists to work in an effort to predict the styling of the 2015 Ford Mustang. The car’s lines are influenced by any and every scrap of solid information available on the new Mustang. Whatever happens, when the new Mustang goes on sale it will be released in markets around the world, instead of being tailored exclusively to North American tastes.

That means the car will more than likely shrink a little in size, it’ll definitely shed more than a couple of pounds of bulk, and the drivetrain options are likely to increase – possibly to incorporate a turbocharged four-cylinder. Ford are also likely to finally fit the Mustang with independent rear suspension, something which is more or less a must-have for any serious European sports car buyer.
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Video: Russian Truck Driver Ejects Just Before Impact

Posted by on 9 May 2012, 12:16 pm

truck driver jumps out

Ahh Putin-land – otherwise known as Russia – the land of ninja manhole covers and bonkers supercars. During the cold war both America and Russia developed high-tech military hardware at a frightening rate. One area it seems Russia was ahead, was in the fitting of ejector seats to commercial vehicles. Something which came in handy for this driver who was able to exit his vehicle milliseconds before impact.

Of course that’s all BS. What really saved this guy was the fact he threw himself out of the truck and was fortunate enough to survive the high-speed fall. Not only survive, but get up within seconds and walk away.
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MK5 Toyota Supra Rumored to be on its Way

Posted by on 6 May 2012, 10:55 am

MK5 Toyota Supra

Toyota is currently on a mission to inject some excitement back into their lineup. At the top of the scale is the mighty, but more or less unattainable, Lexus LFA. While on the more affordable end of the spectrum is the front-engine, RWD, Toyota GT 86 (Scion FR-S). But if rumors coming out of Toyota’s hive are to be believed, then they could soon be joined by something else. That something else would essentially be a mk5 Supra – although its unknown whether it would carry its predecessor’s name.

The image above shows an artists impression (Holiday Auto Magazine) of what the new car might look like. Insiders note that if the car does get the green light there is a good chance it will utilize the chassis of the Toyota GRMN prototype which has already undergone extensive testing at the Fuji Speedway. Personally I hope it ends up looking something like the Toyota FT-HS concept from 2007 – which by the way did very nearly get the go-ahead from Toyota bosses.
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