Another Leak before Geneva: Ferrari 599 Hybrid

Before Geneva Motor show finally commences, the list of surprises is getting longer and loner. And another bombshell is much talked about Ferrari 599 Hybrid that was leaked before the wraps finally go off at Geneva.

The Ferrari lovers though got...

Before Geneva Motor show finally commences, the list of surprises is getting longer and loner. And another bombshell is much talked about Ferrari 599 Hybrid that was leaked before the wraps finally go off at Geneva.

The Ferrari lovers though got the images, but there’s no hard information to go off of yet. However, images give an insight about what the ‘green’ 599 concept model would feature.

This new concept is equipped with an electric motor that would be producing 100hp and 137Nm of torque. The electric motor is attached on the back-end of the rear-mounted transmission, and a battery pack located under the floor.

Ferrari, as it is expedited, will use a version of Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS) that debuted during the 2009 Formula 1 season on the 599. Also, This extra power is a quid pro quo for the extra weight of approximately 100kg, thus making this 599 Hybrid faster than the stock model.

Via: Carscoop

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Peugeot Concept personal mobility car for the lone rides tomorrow

Designed for the Peugeot Competition, this personal mobility device is designed keeping in mind the future of transportation, which would leave no parking space and the environmental impacts of the conventionally made cars. The one passenger car, if..

Designed for the Peugeot Competition, this personal mobility device is designed keeping in mind the future of transportation, which would leave no parking space and the environmental impacts of the conventionally made cars. The one passenger car, if you may, this Peugeot Concept will be electricity powered, but will have wheels moving with magnetic force, which would leave the body of the car floating over the wheels, unique idea I say.

Because of the futuristic aspect of the car, designer Yuji Fujimura takes the liberty of explaining the Peugeot concept to be sans any physical connecting parts, thus managing free movement to any degree, somewhat like the ball we had in a PC mouse (hope you remember), making it very convenient to ride and ultra cool for parking in congested areas.

Thanks: Yuji Fujimura

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Bentley Aero Ace Speed VI concept has an aggression of a blood racer

The brainchild of Gabriel Tam, this Bentley Aero Ace Speed VI concept is an inspiration from the original Speed 6 driven to victory by the Bentley Boys of the ’20s at Le Mans. The vehicle will be powered by electricity and is explicitly a sporting.

The brainchild of Gabriel Tam, this Bentley Aero Ace Speed VI concept is an inspiration from the original Speed 6 driven to victory by the Bentley Boys of the ’20s at Le Mans. The vehicle will be powered by electricity and is explicitly a sporting vehicle with the aggression of the blood racer. However, it is meticulously designed while keeping in mind the elegance Bentley is known for.

Close attention during the designing period to refine the aerodynamic properties of the vehicle has resulted in enhanced efficiency and increased speed. Additionally, a double wishbone suspension has been incorporated within the adjustable spoiler to further better its efficiency.

The twin rear heat exhaust-ducts of this zero-emission concept car are fed by the air intake used to keep electric motors cool. Also, the diffusers aid air flow in this vehicle creates the down-force, the battery pack is equally distributed and the vehicle has a 1+1 seating layout for finest weight distribution.

Via: Eco-friend

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2011 Audi A1 is officially official

Audi has finally revealed its much awaited 2011 Audi A1. The premium super-mini that will take on the MINI Cooper and its like will initially be revealed as a three-door hatchback; however a more practical five-door Sports-back model will follow...

Audi has finally revealed its much awaited 2011 Audi A1. The premium super-mini that will take on the MINI Cooper and its like will initially be revealed as a three-door hatchback; however a more practical five-door Sports-back model will follow soon.

Audi A1 has some spectacular styling features including its trademark LED daylight running headlights, satin colored roof arch and scaled down design language to make this vehicle smaller, without losing a wee bit of quality and up-market feel Audi is renowned for.

Audi A1 is not only touted as one of the best looking luxury subcompact cars, but this model is the sportiest and most agile of its class. Power for this vehicle comes from a choice of two TFSI gasoline or two TDI diesel engines.

Audi A1s diesel engines are both 1.6L units, wherein one produces an output of 90-hp and the other 105-hp. On the other, two gasoline engine is either a 1.2L or 1.4L unit, in which former generates 86-hp and latter 122-hp. Mated to a 7-speed S tronic transmission that will range, as per Audi, from 44mpg and 62mpg.

Also, smallest car in the Audi lineup has its length, width, and height as 3.95, 1.74 and 1.42 meters respectively. Its wheelbase is 2.47 and the entry-level model will be priced at around 16,000 Euros ($22,062 USD).

Via: Carscoop

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Skarver Rescue WIG is a hawk in the water

In the times of emergency, limited time is the most important factor - in or on water. And in order to perform the water rescue operation, fast and versatile vehicle is the essential prerequisite. As a result, this Wing-In-Ground effect vehicles is...

In the times of emergency, limited time is the most important factor - in or on water. And in order to perform the water rescue operation, fast and versatile vehicle is the essential prerequisite. As a result, this Wing-In-Ground effect vehicles is designed to work at a higher speed than conventional rescue boats to save time and life.

Well, this above pictured object is nothing less than the hawk on the water surface. Dubbed as Skarver ((Wing in Ground effect vehicle), it runs on water surface but can be lifted off fully at the speed of 80 km/h. It has the maximum speed of 120 km/h but fuel consumption is considerably less then to conventional high speed-boats. Skarver has ROTAX 914UL (85 kW) engine and its length, width and basic weight is 4.20m, 4.80m and 290kg respectively.

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Car art that’s optical illusion at its best

Car art has been really fascinating, all auto buffs out there would agree. There are numerous forms we have seen the art in, but this basement art by YouTube member Wablamo, is the latest and perhaps the best illusionary of them all. The video of...

Car art has been really fascinating, all auto buffs out there would agree. There are numerous forms we have seen the art in, but this basement art by YouTube member Wablamo, is the latest and perhaps the best illusionary of them all. The video of an anamorphic, time traveling DeLorean, shows a image made using paint, tape and elbow grease on the pillar and the corresponding wall in his basement.

Via: Ize

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Nash Metropolitan ripped off for economical winter transportation

Nash Metropolitan may be outdated or out of fashion but for some innovative mind it’s still important, even more useful. Yes, someone modified Nash Metropolitan to get rid of the four walls that chilling cold and heavy snowfall forces one to stay...

Nash Metropolitan may be outdated or out of fashion but for some innovative mind it’s still important, even more useful. Yes, someone modified Nash Metropolitan to get rid of the four walls that chilling cold and heavy snowfall forces one to stay within.

Made for the thrifty winter motoring, this original 1.5-liter, 55-hp BMC B-series four is slashed in favor of a 700-cc, 120-hp Yamaha snowmobile two-stroke. In order to give this 1957 Metropolitan the present shape, its body has been lifted and placed on the custom chassis and two snowmobile tracks are fitted next to each other.

Well, now no worries in the winter with heavy snow as this ski-sporting Metropolitan is there to help you leave the boring winters behind.

Via: Jalopnik

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Volvo revealed 2011 S60 Sedan that detects pedestrians, breaks automatically

After a long wait of several months, Volvo has finally revealed its 2011 S60 Sedan ahead of its world premiere at Geneva Motor Show. S60 sedan is directly aimed at competing with cars like the Audi A4 and Mercedes C-Class.

Volvo S60 will be...

After a long wait of several months, Volvo has finally revealed its 2011 S60 Sedan ahead of its world premiere at Geneva Motor Show. S60 sedan is directly aimed at competing with cars like the Audi A4 and Mercedes C-Class.

Volvo S60 will be offered in two chassis options: in the European market, the S60 will be available with a dynamic chassis, while most markets in North America and Asia, S60 will have a comfort chassis as standard with the sport variant available as an option.

The most powerful engine of 2011 S60 Sedan is the 3.0-liter T6 petrol with 304HP that’s combined with standard AWD and second-generation six-speed automatic Geartronic transmission. Acceleration from 0-62mph takes 6.5 seconds and top speed is 155mph.

On the other, the new four-cylinder 2.0 Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection engine produces 203HP with acceleration from 0-62mph taking 7.7 seconds with the manual gearbox and 8.2 seconds with the automatic.

This new vehicle from Volvo is one-inch wider and nearly 2.5-inch longer than its predecessor and flaunts a richer list of luxury and safety equipments. The vehicle also features a technology that detects the pedestrians on the road, warns the drivers and automatically applies the full breaks if driver doesn’t respond in time.

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