The Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 Superveloce
The Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 Superveloce is considered to be one of the most prestigious sports cars on the market. The Superveloce is actually a step up from the Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 that was considered ahead of its time. The new Superveloce is even lighter than the original model that it derives from, which gives it even better performance. The Superveloce has a weigh reduction of around 220 pounds from its mother model. In addition, the V12 engine has been increased to produce around 670 horsepower. With these new aspects taken into consideration, it means that the car can go from 0 to 62 miles per hour in around 3.2 seconds, with a top speed of around 212 miles per hour, which is one of the highest speeds that any performance car can reach. The car is available in a six speed manual transmission that allows for the car to perform at its best by any driver.
The weight reduction is probably the most significant aspect that people are interested in. How exactly did they shed 220 pounds? The answer is that they completely reworked everything on the car. They started with making the engine and transmission lighter, but yet still able to deliver the performance that everyone expects. They also took the time to make sure that the interior is designed of lightweight materials.
Audi RS6 Gets a Tune Up from Reifen Koch and Receives Power Boost
Although the production-ready Audi RS6 has enough power with its V10 engine which generates 580HP, a lot of tuners have been volunteering to “make things better”. Just recently, German tuning company Reifen Koch came out with a performance enhancing package for the RS6. This included some modifications in the engine, and of course, brand new alloy wheels.
The engine kit shows off a recalibrated ECU, a brand new sports filter, and a customized exhaust system to boost the V10 engine’s power. The total power boost is from 580HP to 700HP, and 650 Nm of torque to 790Nm. With these engine mods, the RS6 can now reach a top speed of 205 mph.
The package is completed with a new set of 22” alloy wheels. The lightweight wheels were produced by Schmidt and covered by high speed tires fitted at 265/30 22 all-around. The price of the package has not been announced yet, and reviewers note that the tuner is fairly new in the industry.
Arden Gives the New Range Rover AR5/10 A Shot
United Kingdom’s car specialist Arden proposes a few retro-fitted face lifting changes to the Range Rover ARF/10. The proposed modifications will be unwrapped at the Tuning World Bodensee Auto Show which runs from May 13 to May 16 2010. While the Range Rover market is excited about Arden’s teases, the tuning company is keeping all design details under wraps for now.
They have already released a number of photos to the press revealing significant cosmetic changes. Aside from the cosmetic alterations, though, consumers can expect more in terms of performance enhancements. While power train specifics aren’t available yet, Arden did release the new Rover’s initial body kit.
Among the exterior changes applied by Arden are new front and rear bumpers, front daylight-running LED lights, a brand new roof spoiler, redesigned side skirts, modified sports exhaust system, and altered 22-inch wide rims. Consumers are also guessing that the package will include a modified ECU, a more powerful braking system, and a brand new Vmax Chip.
Aptera unwraps pre-production 2e with 200 mpg mileage
Getting the ball rolling when you have a vehicle startup is pretty tough and it is quite more challenging when you are trying to develop an all electric vehicle that is three-wheeled donning a bubble like futuristic styling. Aptera knows how this should be as they continue the development of their EV last year. Recently though the company unwrapped their pre-production prototype of the 2e which is due to be out in 11 months sans any financing problems that might come.
According to CEO of Aptera Paul Wilbur, the company is a true start-up with everything developed from a fresh slate. The 2e is a product of great engineering and their dedicated workforce. He assures consumers that the Aptera 2e will live up to the quality, safety, and efficiency that the company is claiming.
The company is aware that they need to get everything right so they have signed up and hired the best and the brightest of the automotive industry.
The financial stability of the company was brought about by an influx of investments from parties who believe in the viability of the brand and its product. Aptera is also waiting for the decision of the Department of Energy for a five year loan amounting to $184 million via the Advanced Vehicle Manufacturing Loan Program.
4 EV Concepts from Renault unwrapped in Frankfurt
Electric vehicles are having a big following during international motor shows. Renault decided to make a loud bang during the recent auto
show in Frankfurt as they unveiled 4 new concept electric vehicles.
The four electric vehicles follow a lithium ion battery setup similar to the one used by Nissan Leaf. The new fully EV concept cars are tagged with the ZE moniker which stands for Zero Emissions. Each vehicle features different configurations appealing to different segments of the market.
The smallest of the new brood is the Twisty ZE. It is a two-seater EV that features good performance and handling similar to trendy small motorcycles designed to help one move around the city streets.
The Zoe ZE is another compact vehicle that is designed for comfortable rides when one goes to short rides on a daily basis. The interiors are specifically designed for a relaxed driving environment.