The Lexus LF SS concept by Jin Hee Kim

The Lexus LF SS concept is a creation of Jin Hee Kim. The Lexus LF SS concept is based on the Lexus GS wheelbase, however the two cars differ greatly in their styling, drivetrain and packaging. The LF SS concept was designed specifically for drivers aged 30-40 in the year 2010.














The exterior styling of the Lexus LF SS, which was partly influenced by Buddhist sculpture, has been designed to appear like a single component. The short front overhang and long rear overhang have the effect of creating a sense of forward momentum, while also helping to disguise the front-mid engine layout.


















Powering the Lexus LF SS concept is a hybrid drivetrain which consists of a V8 engine backed up by a dye-sensitized solar cell and electric motor.





















































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BMW T1 Motorsport Concept by Miroslav Dimitrov

The BMW T1 Motorsport concept is a creation of Miroslav Dimitrov, a Coventry University Transport Design graduate currently working in Italy for one of the most prestigious car manufacturers in the world.

The BMW T1 Motorsport is a supercar designed to celebrate BMW's achievements in motorsport. The BMW T1 Motorsport is a supercar devoted to BMW’s Motorsport success.


















The BMW T1 Motorsport was originally planned more like GT sports car, but the final result was a pure supercar powered by a mid-mounted engine V12. The concept features a lightweight carbon fibre monocoque chassis, double wishbone suspension - front and rear. The exhaust pipes are positioned at the back-top of the car just above the suspension and the engine bay - like F1 race cars.

















The T1 Motorsport has an unusual feature built into the roof panel and windscreen. The panel is hinged at the front of the chassis – just in front of the windscreen. When entering or exiting the car this panel lifts-up, at the same time the doors open sideways in a conventional manner - this setup ensures easy access to the interior. To keep the whole carbon-fibre chassis working as a single rigid shell, when closed this panel integrates completely with the carbon fibre chassis and the body of the concept.
















The interior of the BMW T1 Motorsport concept is inspired by mechanical components and parts - it is balanced between innovation, design and functionality. The interior is upholstered and trimmed in white & blue colors, and is designed to offer the best experience and performance for the driver.
















The T1 Motorsport concept is finished in plain white only, with racing stickers including the M-Power motorsport stripes.
















If the BMW T1 Motorsport were to be manufactured it would be in a limited run of just 499 units. 400 units available for the market, 99 units factory homologated for racing activities. Maximum speed would exceed 230 mph (370 km/h).

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Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M Sports Car

The Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M was unveiled on November 9th 2008 at the World Finals in Mugello in celebration of the manufacturers victory in the Formula 1 Constructor's World Championship 2008.

This Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M features the very latest of Ferrari's mid-rear-engined 8-cylinder technology. The Scuderia Spider 16M is faster round the Fiorano circuit than any other open-top Ferrari road car yet built. With just 499 examples destined to be produced, the Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M is aimed at the most dedicated, and wealthy, Ferrari clients.
















The Scuderia Spider 16M is available in a choice of two color schemes: the standard version is black with grey trim, while a tricolour livery is also available as part of the Carrozzeria Scaglietti Personalisation Programme. The Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M also sports a special plaque on its rear grille commemorating Ferrari's 16th Constructor's World title.

The exclusivity of the interior is underscored by the silver "limited series" plaque just above the air vents at the centre of the dashboard. Other exclusive features include a roll-bar with carbon-fibre outer shell and a specific new generation audio system that can be combined with the removable customised Ferrari iPod Touch 16 GB with central dock just in front of the dashboard. The interior also featurs a stripped out interior with supportive racing seats complimented by Alcantara leather and carbon fibre trim.














From a technical point of view, the Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M has a dry weight of 1340 Kg (80 kg lighter than the F430 Spider). This, combined with the 510 hp provided by its V8 engine and a power-to-weight ratio of 2.6 kg/hp, means that it delivers blistering 0-62 mph (0-100 kph) acceleration in just 3.7 seconds and a 195 mph (315 kph) top speed.

















The Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M also features CST Stability and Traction Control System. Steering wheel-mounted manettino switch with five settings to integrate the F1 gearbox, CST and F1-Trac (Stability and Traction Control System), suspension control.
















The styling of the Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M has been designed to improve the aerodynamic efficiciency compared to the standard Ferrari F430 Spider, by increasing overall downforce while still retaining the same drag figure.














The newly styled rear diffuser has been improved by the large venturi tunnels that run from the front wheel housings to the rear bumper. This creates the patented 'Base Bleed' effect which was developed by Ferrari as part of the FXX project - this system reduces air pressure in the rear wheel arch and therefore increases downforce. Continue Reading.....

Hybrid Car | Chevrolet Volt

The Chevrolet Volt is a genuine of masterpiece and radically different than any on the road today. Although agreement about definitions vary, GM doesn’t not consider it a hybrid. Current hybrids cars, such as the Prius, are defined as parallel hybrids, meaning they have a small electric motor that moves the car when it is going slowly, but when speed or acceleration increases, a gasoline motor kicks in.

















The Volt, however, is considered an extended-range electric vehicle (E-REV). It has a very powerful all-electric 161-horsepower 45KW (100 KW peak) motor that is the only engine to power the car at all times. This engine should be capable of moving the car from 0 to 60 in 8.5 seconds, and have a top speed of at least 100 mph.


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Lamborghini Estoque | Sports Car

Lamborghini Estoque is clearly a sports car

The front end of the Estoque is a clear and unambiguous statement of its sports car credentials. Its place amongst the family of Lamborghini super sports cars is also distinct and unmistakable – with its swooping V-shape, its two large air intakes pulled forward and the small front spoiler in between.

This front end design gives the Estoque a firm, low stance, while providing excellent aerodynamic efficiency. The large air intakes facilitate the cooling air that is important for such a high-performance vehicle and the spoiler was specifically designed to improve aerodynamic balance at high speeds.





















Such distinctive sports car architecture is only possible by positioning the front mid-engine well towards the rear. Despite the very low bonnet, it goes without saying that the Estoque fulfils all safety regulations and pedestrian protection standards.





















Lamborghini Estoque is genuine, unique and elegance

The Estoque is an entirely new interpretation of the Sant’ Agata design ethic: it is a concept that provides a clear indication of the future. This applies to the new, elegant self-confidence of the lines themselves, but even more to the concept of the vehicle. The Estoque is the first sedan in the history of Automobili Lamborghini, although “sedan” is more a reference to the number of doors than any other characteristics..





















Even sports sedan is an inadequate classification: the Estoque establishes a new category of super sports sedans. With a powerful front mid-engine, permanent all-wheel drive and a sophisticated, precision-tuned chassis,; the Estoque boasts a unique technology package.

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The Mini E Electric Car with Free Emissions

The Mini E will have a range of about 150 miles and will initially be offered to select private and corporate customers in California, New York and New Jersey, but will first be given its world premiere at the LA Auto Show on November 19th and 20th, 2008. As for its speed, BMW claims that it will offer acceleration to 62 mph in 8.5 seconds with a top speed that is electronically limited to 95 mph.

BMW Group says that putting 500 cars on the road under real daily traffic conditions will make it possible to gain widely applicable hand-on experience. Evaluating these finding will generate valuable know-how, which will be factored into the engineering of mass-produced vehicles.




















Based on the current Mini model, the car will initially be available as a two-seater. (The space in the back seat will initially be taken up by the lithium-ion battery.) The battery can be plugged into all standard power outlets and its charge time is strongly dependent on the voltage and amperage of the electricity flowing through the grid. That’s why, in the USA, buyers will receive a wall-box that will ship with every Mini E. The wall-box will be installed in the customer’s garage, enabling higher amperage. Wall-boxes will fully recharge the batteries after two-and-a-half hours.




















The Mini E’s styling is a bit different. A specially designed logo in Yellow, depicting a power plug in the shape of an “E” is set against a silver backdrop. It will be applied to the roof, the front and back, and the charger port lid. Production of the approximately 500 cars will take place at the company’s Oxford and Munich sites and is scheduled for completion before the end of 2008. Continue Reading.....

Pontiac G8 GXP Street Concept with 638-Horsepower

This G8 GXP Street Concept with the 415-horsepower 6.2L V8 in the standard G8 GXP is plenty good enough, but why not stuff the new LSX454 create engine from GM Performance Parts underneath the hood? The 7.4L V8 is good for a ZR1-matching 638 horsepower and 600 lb-ft torque, allowing this G8 to unashamedly call itself a true muscle car. Other features include stiffer springs and the brake package from the CTS-V as well as 20-inch black chrome wheels.


The exterior has been given an aggressive makeover with a new front fascia with unique upper and lower grilles and a rear fascia that incorporates a diffuser and performance exhaust system. Inside are custom leather seats and a new gauge cluster. Continue Reading.....

Pontiac G8 ST concept

Pontiac's G8 ST will likely not be used much for hauling joists and sonotubes, and General Motors took note of that before preparing one for SEMA. Instead, the concept has been dolled up with goodies that may make it to the GM Accessories catalog once the G8 ST goes on sale in late 2009.

The most visible enhancements are on the outside. The paint is called Liquid Hot, and custom 20-inch wheels handsomely stuff the fenders. Making the car look more menacing is a reduced ride height, too. Inside, interior tweaks dress up the seats, the steering wheel and the shift knob with red inserts, and GM Accessories is contemplating making the custom interior trim kit and hard tonneau cover on the SEMA car available for purchase. Continue Reading.....

Honda V4 Engine Motorcycle Concept

a new motorcycle concept from Honda at the Intermot show in Cologne, Germany. Honda is obviously feverishly working on a new V4 engine and that will soon show up in a production bike. Rumor has it that the Japanese company is taking another look at oval pistons, which would allow for more valves and larger combustion chambers. Could this powerplant show up in a new Interceptor? While this is currently nothing more than a sculpture, so was the new VMax when Yamaha first showed that concept.





















Studying the lines a bit, we can tell that this wouldn't likely be a race bike, but more likely a new street-going model. We also see hubless wheels, which would be an extremely far-out bit of tech if they were to make it into production. Is that possible? According to Honda, yes. Big Red is saying this design is a "new beginning" for the company and the direction that it's headed, and that sounds awfully exciting.





















Press Release

Cologne, Germany, October 7, 2008-- Honda Motor Europe Ltd. exhibited the World Premiere V4 Concept Model at Intermot Cologne. The V4 Concept Model proposes a new, sensual design direction based on Honda's trademark 4-cylinder V- engine.





















This year Honda celebrates its 60th anniversary as a company and next year the 50th anniversary of its participation in road racing, as well as the 30th anniversary of racing with an innovative 4-cylinder V-engine with oval pistons. Considering these milestones, Honda chose "The New Beginning" as its exhibition theme leading into 2009 and exhibited the V4 Concept Model which signifies the beginning of a new era.





















For Intermot, Honda collected and exhibited successive V4 race machines as well as mass-market motorcycle products which were developed by feeding back the technologies cultivated through participation in challenging race competition, enabling visitors to review the lineage of 30 years of V4 engine technologies and see how Honda will take motorcycling somewhere it has not been before. Continue Reading.....