Showing posts with label 2010. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 2010. Show all posts

Friday, February 14, 2014

2010 Audi TTS Concept


Audi unveiled the Audi TTS in 2008. It was designed to a powerful sport car. Now Audi debuted the 2010 model of TTS after two years later. The new model will be sold in both coupe and roadster bodies.

Compare to the second generation TT, I especial like the original TT. But the second generation is more powerful than the original, so if your like driving you may like the second generation. Audi equip with turbocharged performance and seductive design meet exquisite craftsmanship in the 2010 Audi TTS, but U.S.-bound versions are missing the one feature they need most: a true manual transmission.

The new AUDI TTS gets a mild facelift highlighted, complemented by revised chrome accenting on its grille and redone foglamps and housings. Other exterior change include dual chrome exhaust tips,a distinct front and rear fascia as well as LED driving lights and a set of slick 18 inch wheels. Xenon headlamps with LED daytime running lights join a tastefully sporty front end design that is high-tech, fun and yet serious in appearance.

Inside, the new model is available as a four-seat coupe and a two-seat roadster. Audi Navigation System Plus displays 3D map graphics on a 6.5-inch LCD screen, also equips with MP3 memory card slots and a six-CD changer. The Audi Magnetic Ride system uses shocks filled with magnetically charged fluid. Computer controls change the damping rates to match the driving situation, and the driver can choose between Normal and Sport modes for soft comfort or stiff fun.

The Audi TTS is equipped with a standard high output version of the direct injected 2.0 Liter engine, which making a maximum output of 265 HP and 258 lb-ft of torque, pound-feet from 2500 to 5000 rpm. The additional power and customized Quattro all wheel drive system helps the TTS accelerate from 0 to 60 MPH in only 4.9 seconds. Thanks to Audis advanced TFSI technology both the TTS Coupe and Roadster get as much as 29 MPG on the highway. The TTS is offered only with the tronic six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission in the U.S.

Sunday, January 12, 2014

Dodges New 2010 Viper SRT10 ACR X Special Alluring Enough For Car Enthusiasts







Dodge unleashes its new and special edition of Viper SRT10 named as 2010 Viper SRT10 ACR-X Special. This car is stuffed with real and hot accessories including a low restriction exhaust system which really boosts up the car to 640 hp. 2010 Viper SRT10 ACR-X Special is exclusively designed with the needs of car racers kept in mind. The new model has been pimped up with standard vipers 8.4 -liter V10. The suspensions has been upgraded exclusively for the
track usage and some weight has been shed as well which is now approx. 160 pounds.

The Dodge company claims that that the car features some aerodynamic modifications which is now better than ever, increasing traction and down force. This really has put some positive effects on the stability and road grip especially on the high speed cornering.

As it says that the needs of the car racers have been especially catered, but all the focus has not been on the speeding it up. The car comes with usual factory fitted, safety equipments including fuel cell, race seat and exclusively designed roll cage.

Dodge further claims that during Viper SRT10 ACR-Xs testing, by the reknown professional driver, Kuno Wittmer, during the SCCA Pro Racing Speed World Challenge Touring Car Championship series,it was able consistent 1:31:00 lap times around the 20238-mile, 11-turn course. Showing some improvements against the old Dodges street legal viper STR10 ACR. This car holds the production car track record at Leguna Seca raceway.

According to Wittmer himself:
"The Dodge Viper ACR-X is incredible," said Wittmer. "After a short warm up, I was running lap times as quick as exotic GT race cars. I was blown away by the power and acceleration, and even more surprised at how the ACR-X navigated the challenging Laguna Seca corners and how friendly it was to drive at the limit."


The new Dodges 2010 Viper SRT10 ACR-X Special will be in the market in the next spring of 2010 with prices starting from $110,000.

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept 2010 Comfort Car

Chevrolet Volt MPV5 style borrows the concept of index design and aerodynamic Chevrolet Volt. Front fascia is one of the most aerodynamic of all thanks to the crossing gates closed and optimized aerodynamics lower air dam, both to contribute to improving energy efficiency. A belly full underbody pan, coating with cash, an increase in the tail and the blade is designed in the quarter, also in MPV5 Chevrolet Volt concept through the wind with ease. Intense concentration on improving aerodynamics allow a greater range of all-electric.

The outside of the Chevrolet Volt concept MPV5 not only on efficiency. His Sonic Blue Metallic paint offers a contemporary look, while the dual skylights and panel 19-inch wheels are inspired to build the power of sport Volt Chevy Volt concept MPV5.

2010 Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept - car specifications

2010 Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept - car specifications

2010 Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept - body design

2010 Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept - body design

“The concept is the Chevrolet Volt Chevrolet Volt MPV5 efficient design and adapt to a liaison meeting family vehicles. It is immediately recognizable as an actual member of the Chevrolet family,” said Bob Boniface, design director of GM North America Crossover exterior, the team that worked with members of GM’s design studio in Australia at the Chevrolet Volt concept MPV5.

The dimensions of the Chevrolet Volt concept MPV5 offer more passenger comfort. Although the 2760 mm wheelbase with MPV5 Volt concept is just 15mm longer wheelbase than the Chevrolet Volt, its body is 181 mm longer (4585 mm), 73 mm wider (1871 mm) high and 182 mm (1612 mm) from the Volt.

2010 Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept - rear angle

2010 Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept - rear angle

2010 Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept - tail lamps

2010 Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept - tail lamps

2010 Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept - dashboard

2010 Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept - dashboard

2010 Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept - interior design

2010 Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept - interior design

2010 Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept - seat design

2010 Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept - seat design

Inside the Chevrolet Volt concept takes center MPV5 Volt’s battery indicator cluster and striking two-tone leather seats. Thank you for the Chevrolet Volt concept MPV5 size, passenger comfort does not take a back seat. Typical for the Chevrolet Volt concept crossover sitting MPV5 allows for maximum comfort and flexibility, including the input and output is better.

When it comes to cargo, the Chevrolet Volt concept in the tradition of crossover MPV5 Thank you for that row seats flip and fold second, which provides up to 1764.1 liters of cargo space with seats folded and 863, 7 liters of room behind the second row.

Power Voltec stimulates Green Credentials

The MPV5 Chevrolet Volt concept uses the same propulsion system Voltec found in the Chevrolet Volt, including the additional capacity of the generator to extend the driving range and eliminate the anxiety range “.” A 16-kWh, T-shaped lithium-ion battery from the electrical control unit.

System flexibility allows Voltec Chevy Volt concept vehicle MPV5 response to the demands of full-speed and acceleration while driving a vehicle and five residents up to 51.5 miles in pure electric propulsion. That’s twice the average urban worker in China moves every day. When the battery is discharged, the generator motor support 1.4-liter battery and provides up to 482 km of electric propulsion.

“The Chevrolet Volt concept MPV5 show Voltec flexibility of the propulsion system, which can generate enough electricity to power a variety of vehicles from compact cars like the Volt in a crossover like the concept Volt MPV5.” said Doug Parks, Executive Global various vehicles and global vehicle chief engineer for GM Electric Vehicles.

“Increased demand for personal transportation throughout China is creating new environmental challenges and energy security,” said Kevin Wale, president and CEO of GM China Group “GM is committed to finding solutions and adopt. Which includes electrification of the car. MPV5 Premier world of the Chevrolet Volt concept Beijing shows GM’s commitment to making China a global reach of technology strategy. ”

GM continues to promote electrification in China through research and development. He launched the China Automotive Energy Research Center (CAERC) in Beijing. Joint venture with SAIC and Tsinghua University is developing a comprehensive energy strategy for automobiles in China. GM China Science Lab, which opened last November, conducting advanced research related to the car, including the development of the battery. In March, GM introduced the FR-V (grid-vehicle) concept in Shanghai. A core of SAIC-GM pavilion in Shanghai Expo 2010, FR-V GM realize its vision for urban personal mobility in the year 2030. In addition, GM’s support “for its joint venture Shanghai GM’s Drive green” strategy that focuses on the development of green products, green manufacturing with the support and environmental responsibility