Sport Car - Morgan EvaGT 2012

Morgan was one of the first car companies to see the advantage of a bonded aluminium chassis to give rigidity but also to save weight. The 2012 Morgan Sport Car EvaGT uses a further developed version of the bonded aluminium chassis of the Morgan Aero SuperSports, a chassis that successfully competes in International GT3 Sports Car Racing. Compliant with European and US safety approvals.

The Morgan Motor Company is the last survivor of these British sports car manufacturers. Morgan sports car has a history of successful collaborations with German suppliers BMW, Siemens and Bosch. But Morgan also works with a number of young engineering companies in the United Kingdom and with world class British university research departments.

The Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance is one of the most prestigious automotive events of the year, and is drawing the attention of more and more high-end manufacturers. Count Morgan among them, as the company has just debuted the stunning Morgan EvaGT 2+2.

The Morgan Motor Company is in a good position to respond to this challenge because the company is small and flexible with a proven track record of fast development cycles. It currently manufactures one of the greenest sports cars in the world, the Morgan Four Four Sport. Morgan sports cars achieves this result with the use of the new Ford 1.6 Sigma engine coupled with a light chassis. Morgan currently has a young well qualified technical team working towards a potential 5 engineering PHD's, who will make full use of research departments at the University of Oxford, Cranfield and Birmingham City to tap into a technical knowledge network to make more efficient cars. This team is helping to develop a high torque electric motor twice as powerful as others of the same weight and size and a powerful lithium phosphate battery with a higher charge density to achieve the most efficient performance for weight so far.

The turbocharged, 3.0-liter inline-six from the BMW 335i sits under the sculpted hood and produces a healthy 306 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels by either a six-speed automatic or six-speed manual. Morgan sports cars expects a scamper to 62 miles per hour to take 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 170 miles per hour. With its top speed at 170mph, Morgan sports cars Eva GT returns an impressive fuel economy of 40mpg UK, equals to 7.0lt/100km and 33.3mpg US, and has CO2 emissions of 200g/km.

The first public view of the 2012 Morgan sports cars EvaGT will be at the 60th Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, California, USA on the 15th August 2010. The Morgan Motor Company will be taking orders worldwide with a request for a deposit of £5000 from prospective clients for an allocated build slot. The first 100 cars of a limited run are planned to begin production mid 2012 and the "on-road" price will be competitive for a car of this class.

Sport Car - Morgan EvaGT 2012

Luxury Sport Saloon - Jaguar XJ Sentinel 2011

Jaguar has announced that it will debut its XJ Sentinel Luxury Sports Saloon armored car at the 2010 Moscow International Motor Show from August 25-29. The 2011 Jaguar XJ Sentinel is the ultimate armoured luxury limousine. It offers governments, security organisations and private individuals, the highest level of security, with advanced design, refined performance and a beautifully-crafted cabin. The Luxury Sports Saloon XJ Sentinel has armor plating that it’s earned B7 levels of ballistics protection, which the new XJ Sentinel is promised stop attacks ranging from .9mm guns to explosives.

The Jaguar Luxury Sports Saloon XJ Sentinel offers ballistic protection up to B7 level (BS EN 1522 level FB7 and BS EN 1063 BR7-), blast protection against 15kg TNT equivalent detonated within close proximity of the vehicle, and substantial under floor grenade protection.

Despite being equipped with so much anti-weapon systems, Jaguar says the Sentinel is “virtually indistinguishable” from the base XJ Luxury Sports Saloon mode. Long wheelbase of the XJ Luxury Sports Saloon forms the basis of this unique Jaguar too. 245/45 19? Dunlop Self Supporting Technology Run on Flat tires supported 19-inch Aleutian Alloy Wheels make the car highly competitive for the role it is designed.

The weight of the car has been seriously increased, and Jaguar decided to put its most powerful engine available in this baby, the 5.0-litre 385PS AJ-V8 Gen III naturally aspirated direct-injection V8 petrol engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. As a result, the car can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 9.7 seconds while the top speed achieved is 195 km/h or 122 mph.

“The Luxury Sports Saloon XJ Sentinel was designed and developed in partnership with industry leaders, and incorporates the very latest armoured vehicle systems to deliver extremely impressive levels of protection, while maintaining a very discreet appearance,” said Mike O’Driscoll, Managing Director, Jaguar Cars. The Luxury Sports Saloon XJ Sentinel comes with a three-year/50,000-mile warranty and can be serviced at any Jaguar dealership. So it’s a practical choice, too.

To enhance passive safety, the Sentinel retains full functionality of the standard XJ Luxury Sports Saloon restraint system, including dual-stage driver and front passenger airbags, side thorax airbags and side curtain airbags.

 Jaguar XJ Sentinel 2011 Luxury Sport Saloon

Concept Car - Volkswagen Beetle Ragster Concept Second Generation 2011

The next-generation Volkswagen Beetle concept car will be introduced at the Los Angeles auto show in November. Volkswagen to Launch the 2011 Beetle Based on the Beetle Ragster Concept car. The car is expected to be previewed in a concept car form in the Los Angeles Auto Show this year. It will go on sale in Britain in May 2011. A convertible with a fabric top will follow a year later.

The production version will debut at the Geneva Motor Show in 2011, and the year after arriving variant Cabriolet. The Beetle will continue to be assembled in the plant in Puebla, Mexico, where it will be produced also the new Jetta. The two cars will share the new platform, characterized by a large step that will provide more cabin space for Beetle.

The second generation Volkswagen Beetle is a 2.0-liter engine producing 210 bhp (213 PS, 157 kW) could be seen on the car, more powerful than any engine currently sold on the vehicle. Also expected are 1.4-liter 160 bhp (162 PS, 119 kW) and 1.2-liter 105 bhp (106 PS, 78 kW) petrol engines. Diesel offerings could include 2.0-liter 140 bhp (142 PS, 104 kW) and 1.6-liter 105 bhp (106 PS, 78 kW) units. Customers in the US might get the chance to purchase the car with a five-cylinder 2.5-liter model cranking out 170 bhp (172 PS, 127 kW).

It is also said that the new car will have a heavily revamped interior. Engines will include the already existing 2.5-liter five-cylinder, a new 2.0-liter turbodiesel and a brand new hybrid version, powered by a 1.4-liter gasoline engine and a 27-horsepower electric motor. The engines will be mated with five and six speed manual transmissions and the new Volkswagen DSG dual-clutch gearbox.

Concept Car - Volkswagen Beetle Ragster Concept Second Generation 2011

Electric Car - Toyota RAV4 2012

The electric version of the RAV4 as announced this year by Elon Musk and Akio Toyoda. Tesla plans to produce and deliver a fleet of prototypes to Toyota for evaluation within this year. The first prototype has already been built and is now undergoing testing. Toyota Motor Corp. and Tesla Motors Inc., the electric-car maker, agreed to develop a battery- powered version of the RAV4 compact sport-utility vehicle that may go on sale in 2012.

In May, Tesla and TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) announced their intent to cooperate on the development of electric vehicles, parts, and production system and engineering support. Tesla seeks to learn and benefit from Toyota’s engineering, manufacturing, and production expertise, while Toyota aims to learn from Tesla’s EV technology, daring spirit, quick decision-making, and flexibility.

Tesla’s goal is to produce increasingly affordable electric cars for mainstream buyers – relentlessly driving down the cost of EVs. California-based Tesla designs and manufactures EVs and EV powertrain components, and is currently the only automaker in the U.S. that builds and sells highway-capable EVs in serial production.

2012 Toyota Electric Cars RAV4

Concept Car - Pre-war Car by Petr Novague 'ECO Car' Concept

Created by Petr Novague as a mark of respect for Laurin and Klement, a pre-war Czech company, the concept vehicle is combines the old traditions of pre-war cars with the modern and innovative technology and system logic. Hailed as “ECO,” the concept car features tube car frame, half-hood body and carbon components, which makes it a lightweight and energy efficient vehicle.

ECO is powered by the electric motors that are located in the narrow wheels. Electric motors are powered by the batteries located under the tilting front lid, which also works as door. With zero tail pipe emission, ECO offers clear and green ride added with comfort and range of 500 km per charge.

Moreover, the ECO car can change it ground clearance, thanks to the double-wishbone axel disposes of the push rod suspension, uniball endings and impact dampers, according to the road or terrain.

Attaching the lattice truss frame, made in chromium-molybdenum steel, to the carbon frame with inside honeycomb upfront that is inspired by F1 technology, the retro-futuristic car also touts electronic drive-line (4 x 4) with stabilization system, which reduces the weight of mechanical connections by a huge margin.

Concept Car - Pre-war Car by Petr Novague 'ECO Car' Concept

Concept Car - Volkswagen Solar Powered Supercar 2010

It is a luxury supercar, it will only be built in a limited number of 200 units. It was designed concept car to be able to cruise around in the year 2020. Based on emotion-driven lines of the Volkswagen brand, the supercar integrates photovoltaic cells in its body to harnesses solar energy that powers a mid-mounted hydrogen fuel cell stack for a clean and green drive. The solar powered supercar other than raising the environmental concerns also allows a magnificent experience to passengers. The best part about his creation is that it looks the part of a supercar.

Peter Wilkins has designed one helluva eco-friendly car for the 2010 Swansea Metropolitan University Degree Show. His supercar would run off of an electric motor powered by photovoltaic cells, or a hydrogen fuel cell stack. Peter Wilkins’ design is one of the sexiest eco-cars I have ever seen. Making earth-friendly cars that look good is a great idea.

The unique design concept car of Wilkins permits each of the four wheels of the vehicle to be driven by an independent electric motor powered by solar energy stored in photovoltaic (PV) cells. The upper external surface of the vehicle stores the PV cells that further supply power to the mid-mounted hydrogen fuel-cell stack, which is directly linked to the electric motors. Placement of the PV cells and hydrogen fuel-cell stack form an integral part of the elegant design of the eco car that looks like part of a supercar.

Simply known as the “VW Solar Powered Supercar”, this vehicle shows how just clean and green travel can get, and fast too. To power up, the car turns its face away from the smelly gas pump and integrates photovoltaic cells in its body instead. It uses these to juice up with solar power. The energy generated is used to power up a mid-mounted hydrogen fuel cell stack, resulting in a drive without the smoke and the pitch-black carbon footprint supercars usually leave behind these days.

Concept Car - Volkswagen Solar Powered Supercar 2010

Sport Car - Audi R8 GT 2011

INGOLSTADT, Germany, May 1, 2010 Audi presents a limited-production version of it R8 high-performance sports car, the R8 GT, even more powerful, lighter and faster. The extremely high strength of the body is the basis for the high-performance sports car’s precise handling, and it also offers good vibration comfort and first-rate crash safety. The output of its 5.2-liter V10 has been increased to 412 kW (560 hp); vehicle weight has been reduced by roughly 100 kilograms (220.46 lb). The R8 GT accelerates from zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 3.6 seconds and reaches a top speed of 320 km/h (198.84 mph).

The R8 high-performance sports car has been a winner from the very beginning. This applies to both the production models, winners of the “World Performance Car” Award in 2008 (R8) and in 2010 (R8 V10), and to the race car, the R8 LMS, which won 23 races in its first season and claimed three championships. The genes of the race version are now coming to the street – in the R8 GT. The exclusive series is limited to 333 units. Each R8 GT has a badge with its production number on the shift lever knob.

The engineers also fought to shave every possible gram of weight from the technical components of R8. They shaved one kilogram (2.20 lb) from the power brake system, four kilograms (8.82 lb) from the aluminum caps of the brake discs and 9.4 kilograms (20.72 lb) from the battery. The engineers also found 2.3 kilograms (5.07 lb) in the air intake module and 2.8 kilograms (6.17 lb) in the insulation of the engine compartment.

The modified V10, whose cylinder head covers are painted red, gives the Audi R8 GT breathtaking performance. The R8 GT sprints from a standing start to highway speed in 3.6 seconds, and from zero to 200 km/h (124.27 mph) in 10.8 seconds. And the thrust does not let up until the top speed of 320 km/h (198.84 mph) is reached.

Changes to the engine electronics coaxed an additional 26 kW from the ten-cylinder, which now produces 412 kW (560 hp) from a displacement of 5,204 cc. The torque curve peaks at 540 Nm (398.28 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, 10 Nm (7.38 lb-ft) more than in the production version. The V10 has a specific power output of 79.2 kW (107.6 hp) per liter displacement. Its power-to-weight ratio is 3.70 kilograms (8.16 lb) per kW or 2.72 kilograms (6.00 lb) per hp. The engine redlines at 8,700 rpm.

The normally aspirated engine consumes an average of 13.7 liters of fuel per 100 km (17.17 US mpg) – very good fuel economy given the tremendous power. The FSI gasoline direct injection system injects the fuel into the combustion chambers at up to 120 bar of pressure. The turbulent mixture cools the cylinder walls, enabling a compression ratio of 12.5:1. The electronic management system offers an automatic mode with the Sport and Normal characteristics, and two manual levels.

2011 Audi Sport Car R8 GT

Sport Car - Jaguar XKR 175 2011

Jaguar announced that it will debut the 2011 Jaguar XKR 175 coupe special edition at this year's Pebble Beach. Celebrating the company's 75th anniversary, Jaguar introduces a limited edition XK Coupe. The model, limited to just 175 examples, is called the Jaguar XKR175. This is the first appearance of the exclusive sports car in North America. The XKR175 will be a North America-specific model while the XKR 75 will be available in the U.K., Germany, France, Italy, The Netherlands and Belgium.

Production of the Jaguar XKR 175 is limited to 175 vehicles at an MSRP of $104,500. There will be 15 Jaguar XKR 175 models for the Canadian market as well. The Jaguar XKR 175 is powered by a supercharged V8 with 510hp and 461 lb-ft of torque and top speeds raised to an electronically-limited 174mph.

The Jaguar XKR 175 is powered by a supercharged V8 with 510hp and 461 lb-ft of torque and top speeds raised to an electronically-limited 174mph. To ensure that the Jaguar XKR 175 remains stable at high speeds, a revised aerodynamic package incorporates a new front air dam, new side sills, a new rear diffuser and a larger rear spoiler providing increased balance and a reduction in lift. New 20-inch Kasuga 10-spoke alloy wheels, red brake calipers and Ultimate Black exterior paint adorn the car's exterior.

Inside, door sill tread plates reading "XKR175 – 1 of 175" greet the driver and passenger while the leather is finished in Warm Charcoal with Cranberry stitching, all accompanied by Piano unlit wood veneer.

Jaguar Sport Car - XKR 175 2011

Super Sport Car - Ferrari Enzo Gemballa MIG-U1 2010

Now, the company manager from Leonberg, near Stuttgart takes on a new challenge. The car manufacturer converts the most powerful super sports car from Maranello, the Ferrari Enzo, the GEMBALLA MIG-U1 - produced single version, limited to just 25 cars. The 2010 GEMBALLA MIG-U1, the manufacturer of the car once again demonstrates that expertise is not limited to cars Porsche. Based on the already exciting Ferrari Enzo, engineers developed a unique car. This ensures that there will be no similar cars. Therefore, the specialist with a reputation for its unique high-skilled end once again meet the conditions for more individuality.

Over the past 27 years, Uwe Gemballa has made the world a better reputation for refined car Porsche. The main part of a total makeover is completely redesigned aerodynamic concept by GEMBALLA. Not a single exception, the manufacturer produces all elements of real coal to lower weight combined with higher strength material.

Due to the active aerodynamic design, the front spoiler creates additional downthrust up to 35 kilograms on the front axle, depending on their particular position. Proportionally, the flap on the newly designed rear spoiler produce even up to 85 kilograms more downthrust the rear wheels. For best results dealing, the flap decreases once the car reaches a speed of 120 km / h. In this way, the idea aerodynamic GEMBALLA-regulate their external conditions and always ensures perfect grip characteristics. All components of the aerodynamic set this feature: starting with the new front skirt with apron, over the door of extensions diffuser and rear spoiler.

The system of airway GEMBALLA MIG-U1 should not only help the performance of the power of the twelve cylinder car on the road. At the same time, engineers from Leonberg (Baden-Württemberg) to develop an extensive ventilation and cooling purposes. Here are both front and rear wheel houses supplied with cooling air and this guarantees the best use of high-performance braking system. The GEMBALLA body parts warranty hence the functionality of the new super sports car and give the car a unique look at the same time. After the design of Formula-1 racing cars, GEMBALLA MIG-U1 has an extended front edge and a rear spoiler. Previously rounded corners were replaced to give the car an aggressive look with greedy air inlets and outlets.

The twelve cylinder engine GEMBALLA MIG-U1 works with an optimized engine management and a special custom exhaust system. This combination allows the output performance of 700 hp (515 kW). The four pipe system with pneumatic control flap added to the catalyst sports. The end tubes are equipped with standard heat shield GEMBALLA share and exit at the rear skirt with exhaust pipes of the houses behind the wheel.

2010 Super Sport Car Ferrari Enzo Gemballa MIG-U1

Concept Car - Ford Rescue X Concept

The project was created at Ford of Europe design studio by Robert Engelmann for his product design diploma at HBK Saar, Germany. The Ford Rescue X design proposal from Robert Engelmann is a tough vehicle specifically designed for rescue operations in treacherous terrains. The Ford Rescue X Concept is a study of a futuristic search and rescue vehicle designed for rough terrains that features a dedicated medical module and Computer Aided Surgery equipment.

The car has an original layout, with an open structure that integrates two seats for the driver and another operator, and a dedicated closed medical module, which is connected to the chassis by means of a mechanical balancing system. The medical module floats above the main structure and protects the passenger like an egg. A display window shows the passenger's health conditions.

One of the seats has an integrated first aid pack that can be quickly released, while the rotating wheel arches on the concept car allow it to move through snow covered/ icy terrains. The medical module has a system to allow remote Computer Aided Surgery (CAS). The concept car has an electric drivetrain utilizing four suspension-mounted motors.

This contributes to the safety of the injured person and allows a specialist to remotely operate the integrated medical equipment in order to do an emergency surgery anywhere. Ford Rescue X Concept - Design Panel The rotating wheelarches can be turned into special breaks for extreme conditions such as on the snow or icy terrains. A backpack with first aid tools is integrated in the seat and can be quickly released. The integrated medical equipment also includes a computer tomograph and a CAS system (Computer Aided Surgery).

Concept Car - Ford Rescue X Concept

Hybrid Car - Infiniti M35h 2011

Infiniti M35h sports sedan, will introduce world-first steering and braking technologies when it goes on sale in the USA and Europe in 2011. The company calls the M35h a "driver's hybrid," with innovations in both steering and braking technologies designed to blend fuel efficiency with driving feel. As the first in-house hybrid from Nissan/Infiniti, the M35h is pretty unassuming. Indeed, although the test cars we drove in Japan were covered with decals advertising their gasoline-electricness, small “hybrid” badges on the production models’ front fenders will be the biggest powertrain giveaway once the cars arrive stateside next spring.

The Infiniti’s single electric motor is located between the engine and automatic transmission, in place of a conventional torque converter. The 67-hp motor is connected to the crankshaft via a wet-plate clutch. This allows the M to use its 1.3-kWh, 340-volt lithium-ion battery pack for electric-only propulsion at speeds up to about 60 mph as long as the driver keeps throttle application below 20 percent.

The 2011 Infiniti M35h uses a 3.5-litre petrol V6 and a 68 PS (50 kW) electric motor for propulsion while power is put to the ground via a seven-speed automatic gearbox. The brakes are similarly designed primarily to suit sports sedan buyers’ needs, but at the same time contributing to the lower carbon footprint of the M35h, low CO2 champion of Infiniti’s all-new M Line sedan line-up.

Central to this is its one motor/two clutch system. The first clutch is installed between the naturally-aspirated 3.5-litre V6 and the electric motor, which is embedded within the automatic transmission. The electronically controlled clutch allows the full decoupling of the V6 when the car is in electric drive and power regeneration modes. Decoupling the V6 reduces mechanical drag and boosts the efficiency of the electric motor.

Aided by an exceptionally fast charge/discharge response from the lithium-ion battery pack, the result is a hybrid that’s electrically powered for more of the time, and at higher speeds, than conventional hybrids.

Infiniti’s first hybrid, the M35h is the low CO2 star of the all-new M Line which also includes petrol and diesel models and which is the first M ever to be sold in all of Infiniti’s 34 world markets.

Among the Infiniti M’s many other claims to fame are the world-first Blind Spot Intervention (BSI), state-of-the-art Forest Air climate control and Active Noise Control, while comfort and luxury are taken care of with double-piston dampers and the availability of semi-aniline leather in the spacious cabin.

Extensive details regarding these two innovations are available in the press release and Inifiniti said it will sell the M35h on all of their 34 world markets. M35h sales start in spring 2011, depending on market.

Hybrid Car - Infiniti M35h 2011

Concept Car - Peugeot SR1 Concept 2010

Peugeot has presented its latest concept car, the SR1, which will make its debut at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show and will preview the design trends of the Marque’s future products. The Peugeot SR1 Concept is a design study of a car with classic proportions and a sculpted body that hints at the future design direction for the brand. Among the features are the 2+1 seating layout and the hybrid powertrain with a front engine and a rear electric motor.

The concept car embodies the new world of Peugeot, reflected by the new Lion badge which adorns its body. Dynamic, balanced, sensual, with an exclusive high-tech interior, this"dream car" explores and reinterprets the theme of the "Grand Touring Car". Through the Peugeot SR1 Concept, the Marque reveals the stylistic design trends for its future models.

Power is supplied by HYbrid4 technology consisting of a 1.6-litre THP petrol producing 160kW (218hp) and a rear electric motor of 70kW (95hp). Total system output is 230kW (313hp) and AWD is engaged when the two systems are working together. Average fuel consumption is 4.9 litres per 100km while C02 emissions are pegged at 119g/km.

The vehicle’s dynamic efficiency is enhanced by the use of a rigid, lightweight structure comprising of a one-piece body and a tubular chassis onto which are mounted the mechanical components and suspension, which consists of double wishbones with drop links both at the front and the rear. For even greater driving precision, the Peugeot SR1 Concept benefits from the adoption of 4-wheel steering. The turning angle of the rear wheels is controlled as a function of the vehicle speed, via motorised links on the rear wishbones, giving the vehicle superb agility under all circumstances. The Peugeot SR1 concept car will be unveiled to the general public at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show.

Peugeot SR1 Concept Car 2010