2009 Chevy Corvette ZR1
2009 Chevy Corvette ZR1
2009 Chevy Corvette ZR1 Pictures
2009 Chevrolet Impala Pictures
2009 Chevrolet Impala
2009 Chevrolet Impala
2009 Chevrolet Impala Pictures
Norton 961 SE Commando First Look 2010
Oh and it's a nice looking bike. Seems like the suspension is kind of over kill for the motor though. they could easily put Showas or KYBs on it and sell it for 3k quid less. But then it would lose some of that rarity effect, as well as the cool gold bits.All alas, I'm just a regular middle-income fellow so canot oblige, but if they would make a 'dumbed-down' version, I'd be on it like like a 2-year old with a lollipop!. You know ditch the BST for something more regular, Ohlins for showa's, brembos for nissins, sans any spendy carbon fiber, substitute for black (flat, matte, gloss..whatever is appropriate), bring er in at $9-10k and I'm in!!
Gorgeous looking bike. This is what the modern Triumph Bonnevilles should have been.
Shame about this Norton's troubled past and not coming to production.
Hopefully it will happen.
It now looks like September could see the first of the new Norton 961 SE Commandos rolling off the production line. Although very similar in appearance to the ‘Kenny Dreer’ machine, it has been totally re-engineered and now boasts fuel injection.
The motor remains a pushrod Parallel Twin and is expected to give 80-85 hp in its final form. The frame too remains as per the prototype, BST carbon fiber wheels, Ohlin’s forks and twin rear shocks; along with Brembo brakes also mirror the original. Only 200 of these new machines will be built, all coming with a numbered plaque, costing £15,995.
POWER ASSEMBLY
Engine type: Parallel twin with push-rod valve actuation, dry sump
Displacement: 961 cc
Cooling system: Air
Valve Actuation: Push rod, hydraulic lifter, two valves per cylinder
Bore x stroke: 88 mm X 79 mm
Compression ratio: 10.1:1
Power: 80PS @ 6500RPM
Torque: 90Nm @ 5200RPM
Exhaust:1 3/4" header system with merged collector and twin silencers with catalytic converters.
Ignition: Crank fired electronic
Euro 3 compliant with electronic fuel injection and multiple 3 way catalytic converters
2010 Citroen DS3,2010 Citroen DS3
This car's an absolute stunner! No words to express this design! I don't mind eating this off of a plate if it was palatable ;) Tasty design it is. Citroen have taken a step in the right direction with the DS, that too with this absolute stunner of a design! In fact every automaker (read Bentley Mulsanne) should take a leaf of this designfind it rather disturbing, i mean the styling. it is not as pure as the other range.. i don't know maybe because it's a DS? not exactly beautiful but looks very clumsy and uncomfortable to look at especially at the front - too much toyota iQ .Frensh cardesign is something special, no question. in the last years frensh carmakers develop their designlanguage more and more to their point of image like in the old days. They leading the polarism and they leading the Avantgarde. Thank you Renault, Peugeot and ecspecially Citroen! well i can see who's picked up renault's fallen design baton. citroen's clearly on a role. definitely the best french marque when it comes to design and styling out of peugeot and renault... genuinely original detailing. well done citroen The petrol engines are expected to have power outputs of 71kW (95bhp), 89kW (120bhp) and 112kW (150bhp). The two diesel motors will put out 90bhp and 110bhp respectively, with C02 emissions coming in at 99g/km. Five or 6-speed manual transmissions will come standard but Citroen might throw in an automatic.
Citroen will follow up the DS3 with two other upmarket DS models namely the DS4 and the DS5 in 2011 and 2012 respectively.
Source: worldcarfans.com
New 2010 Volkswagen Saveiro - low res
I´d say the styling is pretty nice, even better than the Gol/Voyage versions. However we will have to wait and see whether they can take the top spot from the Fiat Strada in that segment, even more so if there aren´t any rear seats in that extended cab. That´s a real pity. yeah i'd like to see vw foist this on the europeans. why is it the south american market gets such a bad deal. vw's are just terminally dull to look at anyway with zero design flair... August 25, 2009 7:05 PM
I think it looks rather good considering it was built to a limited budget for the markets of developing nations. After all, not everyone in the world can afford a lifted 4WD pickup with thirsty V8 or turboed V6. Somebody's been hitting the Hatorade pretty hard. Yes, like some said, Saveiro is very popular here in Brazil, and probably will return to be on the top of the sales. The hatchback version(Gol) and the saloon(Voyage) are on the top too. Of course is not exactly a masterpiece, but I think that it is good for what it stands for. One flex-fuel engine size will do duty and provide two different power outputs depending on its fuel source. The 1.6-litre VHT (Volkswagen High Torque) filled with petrol makes 74kW (101hp) while filled with ethanol produces a slightly higher 77kW (104hp).
Three trim levels are available, a 1.6l (base), 1.6l Trend and 1.6l Trooper. The 1.6l is the most basic workhorse and features unpainted bumpers and very simple interior trim. Its sole purpose in life is to work. On a higher level is the Trend which comes with features like body colour-coded bumpers. Some may even go as far as calling it a freight car with flair. Top of the range is the Trooper model which is aimed at younger, active people. Visually it is also more specified.
Source: worldcarfans.com, autoblog.it
2010 Roehr 1250sc First Ride
It is a outstanding engineering job just to get that big motor into a sportbike frame much less make it fast. Outsourcing brakes and supension is necessary if you want your bike to have the best components and all the manufactures do it. If every bike manufacture had to build 100% of the parts in house there would be about 1 still in business (even Ural and Enfield outsource parts). Congratulations for getting the prototype built and it shows the dedication Mr.Roehr for spending the fortune it cost to build such a machine.
I like the style and look of this bike. But he sourced the wrong engine. Designers need to stop making decision from the top of the 'Made In America' soap box. Brembo and Ohlins aren't american made so why would he care that the engine is (which technically I challenge because it was engineered elsewhere). He should have sourced Ducati's 1098 or 1198 engine or better yet Aprilia's new v4. So he sourced the wrong engine and then needed to add complexity in the way of super charger to it to get into the same performance league as his competitors. Just stupid.
Let's not forget the Erik Buell has made successful, innovative street bikes and, while Harley now owns a controlling interest in Buell, Erik Buell was one guy working in a barn making motorcycles. In a 2006 interview, Erik Buell had this to say about the V-Rod engine: “It’s too big! It actually was our engine. We started the project and then Harley got engaged and said that we’d like to use it too. And then they said, well actually we’ll probably gonna use it first. And then they thought about it and what bike they could build around this engine. They came up with this big touring cruiser. The engine as we had conceived it was too small. It was wrong. And they said that we want, like in all our bikes, the engine to be a showcase in the middle. In a 66inch wheel-based bike this little engine would just look stupid, so they made it bigger. I said, you know, it’s no longer a sporting engine. It’s a big twin, and a beautiful engine for that kind of bike. But, for me again, sport means nimble, athletic, light and it just became a big beautiful touring cruising engine. I just had to go; you know my customers won’t be satisfied with it. And it’s heavier than the air-cooled, significantly heavier without the water and radiator. I had a target of 140 pounds and it’s (V-rod engine) 210. Nothing wrong with it, it’s just not for our bike.” All that said, I hope that Roehr succeeds and that the bike makes people happy. The vast majority of riders on Japanese liter bikes, Ducati 1198s, etc. would be faster, smoother, better street riders with engines that were less peaky, in frames with ergonomics designed for 70mph average speeds instead of 130mph average speeds, and with suspension tuned for the street rather than for ultra-smooth race tracks. So the fact that the Roehr is not a joy on the race track does not necessarily mean that it's a bad choice on the street.
2010 Roehr 1250scEngine: 2 Cylinder, Supercharged, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, Counterbalanced, 60deg, V-twin
Displacement: 1250cc
Bore x Stoke: 105mm x 72mm
Compression ratio: 11.3 / 1
Transmission: 5 speed
Clutch: Wet, multi-plate, hydraulic actuation, slipper type
HP/Torque: 180hp @ 9100 RPM,
115 lb/ft torque @ 7600 RPM
Final drive: 520 O-ring chain
Chassis: A unique modular CrMo steel and aluminum frame has been developed. This frame uses these two materials at areas in which their material characteristics are best suited. The result is a stiff, light weight structure that provides unparalleled steering response
Chassis Type: Steel/aluminum composite beam frame, 4130 steel/ 6061 aluminum
Wheelbase: 56 inches (1422mm)
Rake/trail: 23.5deg. / 89mm
Seat height: 31.5 inches
Dry weight: 432 lbs. (196kg)
Front suspension: Ohlins 43mm fully adjustable upside-down fork with TiN
Rear suspension: Ohlins fully adjustable linkless monoshock
Front Brakes: 2 x 330mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo 4 piston calipers.
Rear brake: 245mm single disc, with 2 piston Brembo caliper
Front Wheel/tire: 3.5 x 17 forged aluminum 10 spoke Marchesini, 120/70 ZR17
Rear wheel/tire: 6.0 x 17 forged aluminum 10 spoke Marchesini, 190/55 ZR17
Fuel tank capacity: 3.2 US gallons
Reserve fuel: .5 US gallons
MSRP: $42,500
I like the style and look of this bike. But he sourced the wrong engine. Designers need to stop making decision from the top of the 'Made In America' soap box. Brembo and Ohlins aren't american made so why would he care that the engine is (which technically I challenge because it was engineered elsewhere). He should have sourced Ducati's 1098 or 1198 engine or better yet Aprilia's new v4. So he sourced the wrong engine and then needed to add complexity in the way of super charger to it to get into the same performance league as his competitors. Just stupid.
Let's not forget the Erik Buell has made successful, innovative street bikes and, while Harley now owns a controlling interest in Buell, Erik Buell was one guy working in a barn making motorcycles. In a 2006 interview, Erik Buell had this to say about the V-Rod engine: “It’s too big! It actually was our engine. We started the project and then Harley got engaged and said that we’d like to use it too. And then they said, well actually we’ll probably gonna use it first. And then they thought about it and what bike they could build around this engine. They came up with this big touring cruiser. The engine as we had conceived it was too small. It was wrong. And they said that we want, like in all our bikes, the engine to be a showcase in the middle. In a 66inch wheel-based bike this little engine would just look stupid, so they made it bigger. I said, you know, it’s no longer a sporting engine. It’s a big twin, and a beautiful engine for that kind of bike. But, for me again, sport means nimble, athletic, light and it just became a big beautiful touring cruising engine. I just had to go; you know my customers won’t be satisfied with it. And it’s heavier than the air-cooled, significantly heavier without the water and radiator. I had a target of 140 pounds and it’s (V-rod engine) 210. Nothing wrong with it, it’s just not for our bike.” All that said, I hope that Roehr succeeds and that the bike makes people happy. The vast majority of riders on Japanese liter bikes, Ducati 1198s, etc. would be faster, smoother, better street riders with engines that were less peaky, in frames with ergonomics designed for 70mph average speeds instead of 130mph average speeds, and with suspension tuned for the street rather than for ultra-smooth race tracks. So the fact that the Roehr is not a joy on the race track does not necessarily mean that it's a bad choice on the street.
2010 Roehr 1250scEngine: 2 Cylinder, Supercharged, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, Counterbalanced, 60deg, V-twin
Displacement: 1250cc
Bore x Stoke: 105mm x 72mm
Compression ratio: 11.3 / 1
Transmission: 5 speed
Clutch: Wet, multi-plate, hydraulic actuation, slipper type
HP/Torque: 180hp @ 9100 RPM,
115 lb/ft torque @ 7600 RPM
Final drive: 520 O-ring chain
Chassis: A unique modular CrMo steel and aluminum frame has been developed. This frame uses these two materials at areas in which their material characteristics are best suited. The result is a stiff, light weight structure that provides unparalleled steering response
Chassis Type: Steel/aluminum composite beam frame, 4130 steel/ 6061 aluminum
Wheelbase: 56 inches (1422mm)
Rake/trail: 23.5deg. / 89mm
Seat height: 31.5 inches
Dry weight: 432 lbs. (196kg)
Front suspension: Ohlins 43mm fully adjustable upside-down fork with TiN
Rear suspension: Ohlins fully adjustable linkless monoshock
Front Brakes: 2 x 330mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo 4 piston calipers.
Rear brake: 245mm single disc, with 2 piston Brembo caliper
Front Wheel/tire: 3.5 x 17 forged aluminum 10 spoke Marchesini, 120/70 ZR17
Rear wheel/tire: 6.0 x 17 forged aluminum 10 spoke Marchesini, 190/55 ZR17
Fuel tank capacity: 3.2 US gallons
Reserve fuel: .5 US gallons
MSRP: $42,500
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt Pictures
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt Pictures
Audi A7 2010 : attack on Mercedes CLS, Porsche Panamera and Co.
To identify a narrow window line, pronounced shoulders and frameless side windows, the picture just like the coupé-like roof line - finally wants with the Audi A7, which is also longitudinal components of the modular construction kit operates, competition from the Mercedes CLS, Porsche Panamera and Aston Martin Rapide rank expire. But not only in this segment is Audi in the future on the offensive. With the Audi A1 and Audi Ingolstadt City trying to find the right balance of all large to very small. Audi A7 with supercharged V6 and V8 engines
This 4.95 m long 1.93 m wide study stood mighty wide tires with 21 inch alloy wheels and was designed by the Audi Q7 from the known three-liter turbo diesel with 225 hp and 550 Nm of torque driven.
In the series, the Audi A7 this unit in addition to other supercharged V6 and V8 engines collecting grant under the hood. And visually rescues the study design in many parts in the series.
Jorge Lorenzo of Yamaha and Ducati
The Spanish media reported urgently to the voice of a likely agreement between Jorge Lorenzo and Ducati. In fact, Brno emissaries of Phillip Morris had spoken with Livio Suppo (Director of Ducati MotoGP project) in 2010 and had also spoken of the possible employment of the Mallorcan. This meeting was also dictated by the physical conditions of Casey Stoner, who at the time they leave the Ducati without a pilot tip. To attract the Majorcan over to Eng ...
Brno - Czech MotoGP in the fall, Jorge Lorenzo surrendered the title in the struggle with world champion Valentino Rossi. Volens terbuai with excellence, The Doctor Lorenzo refused to delete the name from the list of threats.
Failed to finish in the race at Brno last weekend yesterday, Lorenzo is now 60 points behind Rossi up during the remaining six race series again. Because that is the reason, drivers and stated that Spain surrendered in seizing the world champion title.
Although the opponents have put the white flag, Rossi did not want to simply forget that setimnya colleagues. Because in the last few series he was a competitor terberatnya. The champion of the world itself will ensure that remains vigilant and will not be terlena.
"However it is very foolish to relax now because Jorge is very strong and we certainly will be a fierce fight in the Indianapolis," said Rossi made as MCN.
Absennya with Casey Stoner in the three races, Rossi could have just spelled as Lorenzo terberatnya competitors. With three and achieve a victory in the last six series, 30 of that year have the opportunity to reach the title of champion of the world since 9-to start a career in the 125cc class back in 1996.
Jorge Lorenzo had a claim want to spend his career in the citadel of Ducati Yamaha but feel that new drivers need to prepare even mengiming-imingi Spanish rider with the most professional.
A one and a half seasons with brilliant Yamaha, Lorenzo has been several times dikabarkan will soon extend the contract. Yamaha wants to bind the youth 22 years old is more likely not something that is not possible because Lorenzo gave positive indications.
However, the relationship between Lorenzo with the Yamaha was not at all dipedulikan Ducati, which is trying to get a signature double 250cc world champion is. Thorough as the manufacturer of Italian origin that has prepared a very large contract.
Made MCN, Ducati Lorenzo was ready to pay 13 million Pounds Sterling (approximately Rp 214.7 billion), to be a two-year contract. Although the states still loyal to the Yamaha, Lorenzo is also not close the opportunity himself to jump the other team.
"Ducati is an option. Most important is to have a motor that can win championship. It seems that Yamaha is the best at this time, "said the birth of 4 May 1987.
MCN claim that Lorenzo has been doing talk with a representative of Phillip Morris before the race weekend in Brno yesterday. Approach to be done because the parties Lorenzo Marlboro, primary sponsor Ducati, dikabarkan concerned with the future of Casey Stoner is broken health.
Number of Pounds Sterling 6.5 million semusim that Lorenzo akan obtained if so menunggangi series motor Desmosedici far higher than that in the Yamaha didapatnya at this time. Original Spanish sports daily, AS, mentions that he can only pay two million Pounds Sterling (Rp 33.04 billion) a year, far less over Rossi who paid 14 million Pounds Sterling (Rp 231.2 billion).
Contract for the new center is prepared, Yamaha dikabarkan akan pay raise Lorenzo into four million Pounds Sterling.
Lorenzo snatch the title of Rookie of the year season in 2008 after achieving a victory and four podium ride. Hungarian MotoGP ago until total victory has three he can, 14 times increase and reach the podium eight pole position.
2010 Husaberg FE 390 First Ride
That must be an issue with your dealer Bob, because KTM isn't the little guy anymore, with the dealer parts issues they had pre-2004. When I go to local hare scrambles now it's like a field of orange, with a gasgas, yamaha, and kawi every now and again. If i were KTM i'd just allow Bergs bikes and parts to be orderable at any KTM dealer. They all come from the same factory in austria. But then they'd probably sell out of bergs faster than they want, since they don't make very many of them.Small changes give the FE 390 a totally different personality than its big brothers.Off-cambers and slick sections are where the 390 shines. Actually, it excels at anything technical and you can ride all day without getting worn out – trail riders take note.Engineers installed a new crank with longer connecting rod that shortened the stroke from 63.4mm to 55.5mm. The 393cc engine uses a new piston with revised squish characteristics and slightly less compression.Even though it weighs the same, it feels lighter than the 450 while riding. Tip it over, however, and the ‘Berg shows all of its claimed 251 ready-to-ride pounds.There is some engine vibration at higher rpm, but the lump performs best in the low-to-mid range. This ‘Berg puts down more traction than any other bike I’ve ridden. Off-cambers and slick sections are where the 390 shines. Actually, it excels at anything technical and you can ride all day without getting worn out – trail riders take note. Several of the design features really lend the 390 towards the extreme enduro market. Of course, the ease of use and constant traction are extremely valuable, but ot
her tidbits add up as well. Having the air filter up where the fuel tank traditionally sits give the bike above average water-crossing ability. Changing the filter requires no tools with a cable noose seat release. With the cylinder resting at a 70-degree forward tilt, mass centralization is maximized and the stainless steel exhaust header is routed tight to the engine for a more compact layout. The pipe is away from crash-damage harm and the only time I melted my pants was when I manhandled it from the side and stuck my knee against the header. My leg never touched it during normal use. It also gets a new X-ring chain 2010 Husaberg FE 390 Technical Specs:
Engine: Single cylinder, liquid-cooled 4-stroke, 393cc
Bore x Stroke: 95 x 55.5mm
Compression Ratio: 11.1:1
Fueling: EFI, Keihin 42mm throttle body
Ignition: Electric start only
Transmission: Six-speed, hydraulic clutch
Final Drive: 13/52, Chain
Chassis: Double cradle perimeter 25CrMo4, cross-linked polyethylene subframe
Front Suspension: WP-USD 48mm, 11.8 in. travel
Rear Suspension: WP-PDS shock absorber, 13.2 in. travel
Front Brake: Brembo twin-piston caliper, 260mm wave rotor
Rear Brake: Brembo single-piston caliper, 220mm wave rotor
Front Wheel: 1.60 x 21” D.I.D. Dirt Star
Rear Wheel: 2.15 x 18" D.I.D. Dirt Star
Wheelbase: 58.1 in.
Seat Height: 38.8 in.
Ground Clearance: 15.4 in.
Curb Weight: 251 lbs. (claimed)
Fuel Capacity: 2.25 gal.
Available Colors: Blue
MSRP: $8898
Chevrolet Equinox 2010 Pictures
Chevrolet Equinox 2010
Chevrolet Equinox 2010
Chevrolet Equinox 2010 Pictures
For the Equinox’s second act, Chevrolet has redesigned it inside and out and now offers a four-cylinder—a 2.4-liter similar to the one in the Cobalt, Malibu, and Saturn Vue, except the Equinox’s four has direct fuel injection and a higher compression ratio (11.4:1). Output is 182 horsepower at a high 6700 rpm, and 172 pound-feet of torque gets delivered at 4900 rpm. Unlike GM’s powerful four-cylinder engines of the past, this one is smooth and emits nary a protest all the way to 7000 rpm.
With the four-cylinder and the standard six-speed automatic, the 3800-pound, base front-drive Equinox gets from zero to 60 mph in an estimated 8.7 seconds; the nearly 4000-pound all-wheel-drive model is estimated at 9.6 seconds to 60. More impressive are EPA fuel-economy ratings of 22 mpg city and 32 highway for the front-drive four-cylinder version.
Infiniti G37 Coupe 2008 Pictures
Infiniti G37 Coupe 2008
Infiniti G37 Coupe 2008
Infiniti G37 Coupe 2008 Pictures
The G37 copes with the extra heft over its sedan stablemate—and satisfies the sportier criterion—with a new 3.7-liter version of Nissan's venerable VQ V-6 engine. The boost in displacement comes from a longer stroke; both the 3.5- and 3.7-liter engines in the G-car feature a taller block than the previous generation's powerplant. The G37 takes the latest engine improvements a step further and adds variable valve timing and variable lift on the intake side, and the compression ratio increases to 11.0:1. Power is up 24 horsepower at 330, and the torque output increases two pound-feet to 270.
Infiniti FX50S 2009 Pictures
Infiniti FX50S 2009
Infiniti FX50S 2009
Infiniti FX50S 2009 Pictures
The FX50 was adopted into our fleet for several reasons. First, we’re big fans of vehicles built on Nissan and Infiniti’s FM platform, which includes the 370Z and 10Best-winning G sedan and coupe. Second, we like new, shiny stuff, and the FX has been redone for 2009, adding a seven-speed automatic transmission and, for top-spec models, a bigger and more powerful V-8. Finally, we wanted to find out how the FX’s brakes would hold up over the long haul.
Lotus Evora 2010 Pictures
Lotus Evora 2010
Lotus Evora 2010
Lotus Evora 2010 Pictures
That’s why the Evora is so much larger—21.9 inches longer, with a 10.9-inch stretch in the wheelbase—putting it on par with more mainstream sports cars such as Porsche’s 911 and Cayman. Roughly five inches shorter than a 911, the Evora still houses a similarly sized (i.e., tiny) back seat, which is optional and seems adequate for little people and children up to 10 years old.
In front, even this six-foot-five-inch driver—Lotus’s claimed design target—had to slide the seat forward a couple of inches from its most rearward position, and the amply padded, leather Recaro seats were comfortable throughout a 250-mile drive. Easing entry and exit are narrower doorsills and a seating position that is 2.6 inches higher than the Elise’s. But the footwell is still narrow enough to require a miniature dead pedal.
The 2010 MAZDASPEED3
The 2010 MAZDASPEED3 is a 4-door, 5-passenger wagon, available in one trim only, the Sport 5-Door. Test drove the 2010 MazdaSpeed3 today. Wow. Turbo is quick and smooth. Handles very well. Went to dealer to buy a fully loaded Grand Touring Mazda 3. While the guy was working up a sheet I noticed a new 2010 Speed out on the lot and asked for a test drive. Afterwards, test drove the Grand Touring again--why the hell even bother with that grocery getter? The worm has definitely turned for me. Will have to teach the wife to drive a stick again and there'll probably be lots of cursing involved, threats of divorce, etc. But she'll get used to itUpon introduction, the MAZDASPEED3 is equipped with a standard 2.3-liter, I4, 263-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard.
Standard Engine 2.3L I4
Standard Transmission 6 Speed Manual
Cylinders 4
Horsepower @RPM 263@5500
Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy 18 / 25
Combined Fuel Economy 21
EPA Class Mid-Size
Number of Valves 16
Torque @RPM N/A
Fuel Type System Gas Engine / Electronic Fuel Injected
Turbo (Yes/No) Yes
Overdrive Transmission Yes
Battery Output N/A
Compression 9.5:1
Displacement 2260 / 138
Bore X Stroke 3.44x3.70
Cruising Range 333.9 miles
Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt N/A
Power to Weight Ratio 12.3
Final Drive Ratio Yes
Valves Configuration Dual Overhead Cam / Twin Overhead Cam
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