Audi R8 LMS could be racing in ALMS GT Challenge class in 2011

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When Audi announced its new GT3 class R8 LMS race car late last year it was expecting 2009 to be a year of learning and development. As it turned out, it was a hugely successful season, landing championships in the FIA European GT series, along with the German and Belgian national series. All told, the R8s captured 23 race victories.

In 2010 the new GT Challenge class for GT3 type cars will become a permanent fixture of the American Le Mans Series as the GT1 class is consigned to history. During the 2009 season, GT Challenge was mainly the province of Porsche 911s. However, with the R8s success in Europe this year, Audi is considering offering the car to North American customers for the 2011 season. While the car could probably be competitive in 2010, Audi wants to set up a customer support infrastructure first.

New Bajaj Pulsar Launched in india

Bajaj Auto rolls out its all new Bajaj Pulsar in 135cc version. Bajaj Pulsar 135LS bike boasts of a new design and a whole new engine priced at Rs. 51000. The pricing has shifted Bajaj Pulsar to a more affordable range in the 135cc segment.

The new Bajaj Pulsar 135cc is powered with a 4 valve DTSi engine which delivers 13.5 Ps power. Bajaj Pulsar 135 LS bike is equipped with a light weight rigid frame assisted by gas-charged Nitrox shock absorbers at the rear. Speaking at the launch, Bajaj Auto MD, Rajiv Bajaj said "The Pulsar 135LS is not a big, intimidating Pulsar but its actually light, sharp and a faster Pulsar." He added "The unique thing is that at 135cc, high rpm, the world’s first twin-spark four-valve engine, the power to weight will give its bigger Pulsar brothers a run for their money."

Bajaj Pulsar 135cc LS Bike Key Features:
- Bikini headlight and LED tail lamps
- Clip on handle bar, split seats and split grab rail
- Single down tube frame
- 4 Valve DTS-i bike with135cc & 13.5Ps
- 5 speed gearbox
- Enhanced volume of air-fuel mixture with efficient combustion
- Improved power and fuel efficiency
- Faster and better evacuation of exhaust gases
- Improved pick-up at low speeds which removes the need for constant gear shifts
- Smooth power transmission
- Available in cocktail wine red and midnight black

Bajaj has major sales plans for the new variant and hopes to sell a minimum of 40,000 units of the all new Bajaj Pulsar 135LS. Bajaj Pulsar sales have picked up in past 6 months and the company is hopeful that the good sales figures will enable the company to capture more than 50% market share of the sports bike segment. The new bike is being manufactured at its Chakan plant near Pune.

G-Power takes the BMW X6 M, X5 M to 600 hp and beyond

We all know what the biggest problem with the BMW X6 M is, right? Not nearly enough power. Sure, 555 hp from a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 is 5 hp more potent than a Porsche Cayenne Turbo, making the X6 M the most powerful production SUV on earth. Still, 600 hp is the new black, so a stock X6 M just ain't going to cut it. Thank heavens, then, for G-Power.

Meet the G-Power Typhoon. Thanks to 15% increased airflow to the intercoolers, G-Power was able to wrangle an additional 45 hp out of the Bimmer's motivator. Torque's up a bit, too. From 500 lb-ft to 516. G-Power claims the 0-62 mph dash is lowered to 4.5 seconds, too. One issue with that, however: Inside Lineripped off a 4.3 second 0-60 mph blast in a stock X6 M, meaning this here Typhoon should be three flavors of bonkers.

Then there's the matter of looks, always a sticking point when discussing modern Bimmers. Here's what we recommend. Go down to your friendly neighborhood BMW dealer with a folding chair. Locate an X6. Sit down in front of it and start staring. Meditate, let everything else you've ever known or thought about cars and car design melt out of your mind. This should take between five and seven hours. The salespeople won't mind -- honest. When you snap out of your trance with your doors of perception suddenly nailed open, the X6 will appear to you as it truly is -- pretty okay-looking.

That settled, we'll admit to liking the G-Power's mods. For instance, you can't say the new front clip looks worse than the old one, can you? And who amongst you doesn't love 25mm profile tires riding on 23-inch wheels? There's all sorts of carbon fiber this and kevlar that available as well. The best part just might be that G-Power isn't leaving the X5 M -- the X6 M's ugly duckling sibling -- out in the cold, as there's a Typhoon kit for it, too. You know what word comes to mind? Nifty, all of it. Highly entertaining press release

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Ford F-150

Need a pickup? It’s hard to go wrong with any of the domestic trucks, which are all excellent. But Ford’s F-150 and Chevrolet’s Silverado have earned good reliability ratings besides having the ability to engage in all manner of useless and unlikely derring-do for television commercials.
Both trucks earned Consumer Reports’ “Recommended” label, and they tied for second place in J.D. Power’s Vehicle Dependability Study. The F-150 also earned first place for pickups in J.D. Power's Initial Quality study, which could be considered a tie-breaker. And it was also named the 2009 North American Truck of the Year. Each of these trucks boasts unique features which can help sway the decision when picking between them.

BMW overtake Mercedes

Bavaria records significantly higher monthly sales in India

MERCEDES-BENZE HAVE LOST their decade long reign in the premium car market to BMW in the first two months of 2009 . Mercedes sold 315 cars in the January –February period whereas BMW sold 514 cars during the same period . Audi , which has been the last to enter the Indian market , has sold 222 cars in the first two months of 2009 to Emerge as the third best in the segment . Audi and BMW have been Prompt in bringing their latest models in the domestic market but Mercedes- Benz still continues to sell some of its older models and technologies in India . Younger buyers who are new in this segment also seem to prefer the sportier offerings from Audi and BMW . The increasing number of Audi and BMW showrooms coming up in cities other than the metros must have also helped cause this upheaval In no small measure.

A-Star breaks its own record In Mileage

Maruti confirms new mileage figures

THE MARUTI –SUZUKI A-STAR has broken its own fuel efficiency record of 37.6 kmpl that it had made earlier at a rally in Chennai .The winning contestant at the fuel efficiency rally in Mumbai was able to achieve an unbelieveble fuel economy of 39.84kmpl. The A-star delivered a mileage of 19.6 kilometers per liter of petrol in the fuel efficiency test conducted by ARAI . the country’s premier automotive research agency .

In the A-star mileage rally in Mumbai the top 25 participants achieved an average mileage of over 26.72kmpl while in Chennai this figure was a whopping 32.5kmlp . The cars were driven on a predetermined route of approx 60 kilometers and there ware a total of 51 participants in Mumbai and 45 in Chennai. The contestants minimized the use of the brakes and the throttle in order to burn the least possible amount of fuel .

New version of Honda CR-V launched

New version of Honda CR-V launched

A new version of the sports utility vehicle Honda CR-V was launched recently by the leading carmaker Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI).

It is priced between RS. 18.4 Lakhs and Rs. 19.1 lakhs in Delhi.

It comes in two variants – 6 speed manual and 5 speed automatic. It is powered by a 2.41 l petrol engine.

Luxury features include electrically operated sun roof and real time 4-WD.

"It is our constant endeavour to study customers emerging demand and introduce features that make our cars even more desirable," HSCI Senior General Manager Jnaneswar Sen said.

Source: Infibeam.com News

World Fastest Car New Bugatti EB110

The Bugatti EB110 is a sports car manufactured by Bugatti Automobili SpA in between the years 1991-1995.

The price of the Bugatti EB110 cost over $350,000 US, it was also driven by Phil Hill, a United States automobile racer. The Bugatti EB110 was also purchased by the seven time world champion Michael Schumacher, which he later sold the car in the year 2003.

The Bugatti EB110 featured six speed automatic transmission and the gear shifts can be performed easily at higher stress. The body of the car is made of aluminum and carbon fibre and it featured a double wish suspension, glass engine with speed sensitive electronic rear.

In the year 1991, the Bugatti EB110 featured a 3.5 L quad-turbo V12 engine with 60 valves. The capacity of the engine is 3499 cc and it delivered an output power of 524 bhp at 8000 rpm and it reached the speed of 62 mph in 4.5 seconds and the top speed is about 213 mph.

In the year 1992, the Bugatti EB110 “SuperSport” version was launched. The engine delivered an output power of 592 bhp at 8000 rpm and it reached the speed of 62 mph in 3.2 seconds and the top speed is about 216 mph.

Specifications
Vehicle Type: - 2-door coupe
Configuration: - Mid Engine
Engine: - 3.5 L quad-turbo V12
Capacity: - 3499 cc
Transmission: - 6-Speed Manual
Wheelbase: - 100.5 inches
Length: - 173.4 inches
Weight: - 3560 lbs

B Engineering Edonis
The B Engineering Edonis was built based on the model of Bugatti EB110 SuperSport. It featured a powerful 3.5 L quad-turbo V12 engine with four IHI turbochargers and an engine capacity of 3760 cc. The engine delivered an output power of 670 bhp at 8000 rpm and 542 lb-ft torque. It reached the speed of 62 mph in 3.9 seconds and the top speed is about 227 mph.

Dauer EB110
The Dauer EB110 was manufactured in two different forms which are the EB110 and Super Sport. Both these cars featured a powerful 3.5 L quad-cam V12 engine with four IHI turbochargers. The engine of the Dauer EB110 delivered an output power of 560 bhp at 8000 rpm and the Super Sport delivered an output power of 650 bhp at 8200 rpm. Both these cars reached the speed of 60 mph in 3.3 seconds and the top speed is about 230 mph.

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BMW 1-Series update: Two-door coupe in 2008!

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• We already mentioned that BMW fully intends to bring its 1-Series sedan stateside, but more details have emerged from BMW North America CEO Tom Purves via a recent Automotive News report.

Purves confirms what we reported in the May issue of Motor Trend, that the U.S. will get a two-door coupe version (pictured) of the 1-Series first for 2008 - not the three-door hatchback variant (pictured below) that was expected by most - with a convertible version expected to follow. The German automaker currently offers the 1-Series in the European market in a variety of configurations including a five-door sedan. BMW's 265 horsepower 3.0-liter straight six will likley be the hot engine option, with 170 and 140 horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder mills to round out the range.

The falling value of the euro to the dollar, while heavily impacting profit margins on European imports, is manageable according to Purves. Nonetheless, it remains to be seen where pricing will fall on the 1-Series, generally considered to be BMW's budget model. Seems to us that BMW may choose to take a small hit on per-car profits to keep the price of the 1-Series competitive. Projections are that BMW will have a winner in the small coupe and profit may be able to be gained back with high-volume sales.

We tend to agree. After all, who doesn't love a sporty, value-priced, two-door, rear-drive coupe?

Honda Jazz in India could cost Rs. 5.5 lakhs

Honda is all set to launch their Jazz premium hatchback in the Indian market.

This new model is expected to cost at prices starting at Rs. 5.5 lakhs.

Honda Jazz would compete in India with existing models like Skoda Fabia, Tata Indigo, Ford Fusion, and Hyundai Accent.

Maruti Suzuki Ritz and Fiat Grande Punto are also going to join this segment of the market in the coming months.

Honda Jazz in India would be powered with a 1.2-litre intelligent variable valve timing and lift electronic control petrol engine that has been developed specifically for the Indian market.

Skoda Superb

Skoda Superb is an automobile marvel. Skoda Auto India Pvt. Ltd. announced the launch of this luxury sedan in June 2004. Over the passing years, the car has bewitched its buyers with its attractive styling, exquisite interiors and superior performance. A huge cabin space is offered by the car, which gives its occupants a luxurious sense that is never felt before. Skoda Superb fits the budget of upper-middle class buyers perfectly. The automobile is available in both petrol and diesel variants.

Engine
At the heart of the petrol model of Skoda Superb lies a powerful 2.8L 30-valve V6 gasoline engine, which pumps out a mind blowing 193 bhp of power at 6000 rpm and a maximum torque of 280 Nm @ 3200 rpm. The diesel variants of the automobile are powered by 2.5 L V6 engine that churns out a power of 163 bhp and a maximum torque of 350 Nm @ 3000 rpm.

Design And Comfort
Powerful Bi-Xenon headlights, with integrated fog lamps, adorn the frontage of Skoda Superb. The stylish design of the luxurious car is accentuated by chrome detailing in the interiors as well as exteriors. Adding to the sophistication is the outside rear view mirror, with built-in turn signal lamps. Electrically operated sunroof can be slide-opened at the touch of a button. The headlamps of Superb are equipped with inbuilt power washers, for daylight visibility. The cushioned seats provide a comfortable ride for five people.

Interiors
The plush interiors of Skoda Superb truly mesmerize its occupants. The cabin is full of small storage spaces that are tucked away within easy reach. A unique climate controlled travel box is fitted into the flip-out rear seat armrest. There is a wet case for storing umbrella as well. Climatronic air conditioning system is integrated on the dash, with vents located on the front and rear portion of the cabin. The central console and gear knob look elegant with wooden finish. The instrument cluster of Skoda Superb consists of CD player, with MP3 playback.

Ride And Handling
The multi function steering wheel of Skoda Superb is height and reach adjustable, providing you great driving comfort. Adding to the driving pleasure is the four-way electrically adjustable driver's seat. Effortless driving is also facilitated by cruise control of the car.

Safety
Skoda Superb is laden with safety features that facilitate safe driving and help the driver to acquire control over the vehicle at critical situations. Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Acceleration Skid Restrain System (ASR), Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and Electronic Brake Assistance (EBA) are the key safety features of Skoda Superb. The car is equipped with six airbags in order to shield the driver and co-passengers in the event of collisions.

Variants, Price And Color
Skoda Superb is available in three variants - Comfort 2.5 V6 TDi AT, Elegance 2.5 V6 TDi AT and Elegance 2.8 V6 MPI AT. The luxury sedan is priced at Rs 23.45 lakh (approx). It comes in three colors - Candy White, Black Magic and Diamond Silver.

Hummer in India

General motors has made it public that they are looking at negotiations seriously with Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. regarding launching the Hummer in India with full fledged availability.

GM had admitted to this in Thailand at the plant opening for production of new cars. There have also been talks of GM selling their Hummer division to the Indian company but that idea seems to be far fetched for the moment. Although there are several automakers in Russia and also China who could be interested in such a deal.

The company has been reporting its worse numbers in their corporate history and is looking to raise capital with the sale of its assets.

Aston Martin DBS - Volante

Amidst all the hoopla of the One -77 and the Lagonda concept , was the DBS Volante - a droap top version of the Quantum of Solace favourite , Aston Martin DBS . It gets the same 6.0-liter
V12 as the DBS and can manage a top whack of over 300km/h even with the roof down . The open top car sprints from a standstill to 100 km/h in under 4.5 seconds thanks to its aluminium . magnesium alloy and carbonifiber composite body . The rear mounted gearbox will be available with two options : a standard six - speed manual or an automatic Touchtronic .

Lamborghini Murciel AGO LP650 -4 ROADSTER

This is the Edward Scissorhands of super cars. Think about it - with just over 640 bhp available , the Murcileago LP640 was already skirting with danger, ready to slash your wrists if you didn't respect the power and handling finesse available . So when Lamborghini decided that your haircut needs to get a littel quicker, then added another 10 bhp , put in a new paint scheme abd literally put Edward at the helm of procceedings as far as the Barchetta is concerned . it's called the Mucielago LP650 -4 Roadster and is the last hurrah before the next Murcieago starts to flirt with hearbeats in 2010-11 . Lamborghini will offer 50 of thse fine bulls to signify the end of an era . 50 of these fine bulls to signify the end of an era. it's finished in carbon grey with a steak of orange for the bumper lip spoiler , skirts and
rear, along with LP650-4 badging on the flanks and breaks callipers in the same colour .
with the increased power in the same colour . With the increased power, the Lambo can now hit 100 kph in just 3.4 seconds , with top speed on the positive side of 320 kph. Which means if you decide to get too frisky with the car, Edward will rein you in , but not before taking a snaip at yout hair and your courage.

Chocolate fuel to power car made of plants In British

BRITISH scientists hope chocolate will help power one of the world's first biofuel vehicles.

Its makers hope the formula three racer, powered by waste from chocolate factories, will reach 230 km/h and give manufacturers ideas about how to build more ecologically friendly vehicles.

The car runs on vegetable oils and chocolate waste that has been turned into biofuel. The steering wheel is made of plant-based fibres derived from carrots and other root vegetables, and the seat is built of flax fibre and soybean oil foam. The body is also made of plant fibres.

Scientists at the University of Warwick say their car is the fastest to run on biofuels. It has been built to formula three specifications of size, weight and performance. Their claims cannot be independently verified.

They hope it can reach speeds of over 230 km/h when it is tested on a racetrack in a few weeks. They have driven it at about 110 km/h and are making engine adjustments before attempting top speed.

Warwick's project manager, James Meredith, said the model showed it was possible to build a fast and efficient car that was environmentally friendly.

The car, named the World First Formula 3 racing car, will go on display at several auto races in Europe.

BMW Premiers the X6 in India

The World's first Sport Activity Coupe is hear .

As Per BMW , The X6 is an offering which combines the agility , performance and athletic design of a aglity , performance and athletic design of a large BMW coupe with the versatility of a Sports Activity vehicle . The X6 is the first BMW in the world which comes equipped with both xDrive and Dynamic performance Control (DPC) . The all -wheel xDrive system adjusts the power distribution between the front and rear wheels while the DPC allows seamless drive distribution to the rear wheels which improve track stability and rear wheels which improve track stablity

i10 Crosses 3 lakh mark

Hyundai 2008 Car of the Year achieves  sales success 

The Second Largest Car Maker in India has a reason to celebrate again . After winning all the prestigious car awards in 2008 , the i10 has now achieved the fastest 3,00,000 sales among its competitors , since its launch , i10 has sold approximately 1.44 lakh cars in the domestic market while the remaining 1.56 lakh have been exported to other lucrative markets like South East Asia , the European Union , the Middle East and Latin America . 

Rolls Royce 200 EX Concept

The 200 EX is Rolls - Royce's idea of a small super luxuary vehicle . However , at 5.4 meters in length , it's almost as long as a Maybach 57.  The 200 EX , though displayed as a concept at Geneva , is a production  ready prototype . When it goes on sale later this year . the only thing that is set to change is the car's christening . It is most likely to be called the silver Cloud . From the streamlined , brushed alminium noise to the suicide doors and body lines , the 200 EX is beffitting to the  'Sprint of Ecstasy ' ornament on the hood .

OPEL AMPERA

Amidst the uncertain future of the GM-Opel relationship , the German car maker unveiled the
Ampera sedan at Geneva . The car is essentially a rebadged Chevrolet . Volt albeit with more aggressive front and rear styling and Euro -spec interiors . Under the body , the Ampera uses the same Voltec propulsion from the Chevy Volt and uses similar body panel construction for efficient aerodnamics . Opel also plan to re-engineer this car as a right -hand driver under the Vauxhall brand . Both cars are expected to be producced by the end of 2011 , approximately a year after the Chevy Volt goes on sale .

Skoda FABIA SCOUT

The blokes at Skoda unveled a rugged news Fabia variant in the form of the scout . The car is a based on the Fabia Estate but gets a muscular look with flared plastic bumpers and also side skirts .Two roof bars are added to aid its ability of carrying adventure equipment . it gets the underpinning of the Fabia Estate too . Unfortunately , it will come with the same engine options and a front wheel drive system . Driving on the lines of the Fabia's success, the Scout might make it to India instead of the Estate (Combi)

ALFA ROMEO MITO GTA CONCEPT

A sportier version of the MiTo was displayed at Geneva in the form of a production ready prototype called the Mito GTA Concept . it features a pair of racing bucket seat and a GT
style five - point harness . FIAT also separately displayed the main highlight of the Mito GTA - the turbocharged four - cylinder engine with Multi Air technology . However, when the car goes on sale , expect a standard set of four seat to make it to the production trim . The engine is expected to retain the 230 PS state of turne.

Audi TT RS

Audi 's entry - level sports coupe finally gers a convertible siblinh with the long awaited RS badge a Geneva . What comes along with the badge is a 2.5 - litre turbocharged direct - injection
petrol engine that puts out more than 340 PS and is mated to a six-speed manual gear box . The entire package sprints to a 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds flat for the coup and 4.7 seconds for the open top . The two cars will go on sale in May in the European market. Expect the due to follow the Audi TT route and enter India by mid -zone , albeit with a subtler state of tune to sustain our fuels .

Tata Nano Europa (By Auto Guru )

The one Lake rupee car is hear But since its inception at the ninth Auto Expo, the Nano has raised a lot of brows regarding its fortunes in the European market. TATA has decided to silence their
critics with a European concept of the low cost city car. The most striking difference is in its appearance . The Nano Europe gets LED lights , 14-inch four lug alloys and a slightly longer wheelbase . The concept also gets an all - aluminum three cylinder mill with a five -speed gearbox and a power steering for better highway performance . Safety , which was a
global concern for the India Nano , has been worked upon too . The Europe gets stability control , antilock brakes and airbags . It is expected to be priced at D5,000(Rs 3 lakh approximately )
when it makes it to production and goes on sale in Europe . Expect the finer elements of the Europe to trickle down to our local variant within a few months of its international launch.

Bajaj XCD 135 By Auto Guru

The recently launched Bajaj XCD 135 DTS-Si bike from Bajaj Auto Ltd., the second largest two-wheeler manufacturer in India is becoming a rage with consumers. One of its first products of 2009, the XCD 135 DTS-Si, launched in January end and the delivered in February 2009 has sold more than 10,000 units in the first fifteen days.

Bajaj Auto's facility located at Pantnagar will now start the manufacturing of the new Bajaj XCD 135 DTS-Si to meet the increasing demand for the new bike. The new bike might put Bajaj Auto in the first position in the two wheeler section beating its rival Hero Honda.

The company is trying its best to promote the bike and wants to ride the wave of freshness until it lasts. The new TV commercial of the XCD 135 DTS-Si is already on air. With aggressive marketing and nation-wide availability of the bike, Bajaj Bikes India is aiming to sell close to 20,000 bikes by the end of February.

Analysts say that the Bajaj XCD 135, bridges the gap between the popular 125cc segment and 150cc segment, providing buyers best of both the worlds.

NEW AUDI R8 V10 READY FOR THE ROAD (AND TRACK)

Acclaimed aluminium-bodied, mid-engined Audi sports car now available with both ten and eight cylinder power

* Second R8 model powered by 5.2-litre V10 FSI petrol engine scheduled to open for UK order in January 2009 for first deliveries next spring
* Available with manual gearbox at £99,575 OTR, or with R tronic sequential shift transmission at £104,665 OTR (R8 4.2 V8 £77,405 OTR and £82,495 OTR)
* 5,204cc V10 produces 525PS at 8,000rpm and 530Nm at 6,500rpm (R8 4.2 V8 420PS at 7,800rpm, 430Nm at 4,500rpm)
* 0-62mph in 3.9 seconds, top speed 196mph, combined mpg 20.6 (R8 4.2 V8 R tronic 0-62mph in 4.6 seconds, top speed 187mph, combined mpg 20.7)
* Combines classic mid-engine configuration with advanced all-aluminium Audi Space Frame (ASF) construction and quattro permanent four-wheel-drive
* World’s first all-LED headlamps as standard, plus Audi magnetic ride adaptive damping and Bang & Olufsen audio system

Audi is sending shockwaves through the sports car establishment yet again with the new R8 V10, a ten-cylinder, 525PS, 196mph evolution of the quattro four-wheel-driven sports car that UK enthusiasts have taken to their hearts. The project that has been the subject of intense speculation since the 2006 launch of the V8-powered R8 is set to come to fruition in January when the new super car opens for UK order priced at £99,575 OTR in manual form, or £104,665 OTR equipped with the R tronic sequential shift transmission. First deliveries are expected next spring.

The new 5.2-litre FSI V10 petrol engine mounted longitudinally directly behind the cockpit is almost identical in construction to the unit powering the recently announced R8 LMS that will race at customer level in the GT3 class. It contributes only 31kg more to the overall weight of the all-aluminium-bodied R8 than the existing V8, taking it to 1,620kg, and making possible an impressive power-to-weight ratio of 324PS per ton.

Punching out its 525PS maximum at 8,000rpm, and peak torque of 530Nm at 6,500rpm, this exceptional and highly efficient direct injection unit rockets the R8 through the 62mph barrier in just 3.9 seconds as it revs freely to its 8,700rpm limit in each of its six ratios. When linked to the R tronic transmission it can reach 124mph in only 12 seconds, and in the right conditions can maintain its breathtaking momentum all the way to 196mph – an unprecedented high for a road-going Audi.

By mounting the ten-cylinder unit as close as possible to the centre of the R8, Audi engineers have achieved near perfect 44 per cent front / 56 per cent rear weight distribution for optimum handling balance. Dry sump engine lubrication – an element specifically derived from racing - also furthers this aim by enabling the V10 to be mounted as close to the road as possible to lower the centre of gravity.

Advanced Audi magnetic ride
This classic configuration, combined with advanced Audi Space Frame (ASF) construction mating lightweight aluminium panelling to an aluminium space frame, provides the very best operating conditions for the futuristic chassis with its agile double wishbone set-up and standard Audi magnetic ride adaptive damping system.

The Audi magnetic ride dampers swap conventional fluid for a magnetorheological solution containing minute magnetic particles that can be influenced by an electromagnetic field. By applying a voltage to the system’s electromagnets, the viscosity of the fluid is altered by the affected magnetic particles, increasing resistance to damper movement to iron out pitch and roll when necessary, and reducing resistance when ride comfort takes precedence. The system constantly monitors road conditions and driving style and reacts accordingly.

The striking 19-inch ’10-spoke Y design’ alloy wheels naturally contend with the V10’s formidable output with the help of the legendary quattro permanent four-wheel-drive system, which apportions power to front and rear axles in constantly varying degrees dictated by road conditions. Ventilated and perforated 380 millimetre front and 356 millimetre rear disc brakes, which at extra cost can be upgraded to virtually fade-free ceramic discs, also help to instil complete confidence. As a whole, the configuration, which also includes a super precise gear shift and fast-reacting, communicative steering, has already been lavished with exceptional praise by critics the world over in the V8-powered R8.

World’s first all-LED headlights
As a further safety enhancement feature that also adds a new dimension to the already much lauded styling of the R8, the V10 is equipped as standard with the world’s first all-LED headlamps. For the first time the high intensity diodes have been used for low beam and high beam settings, as well as for daytime running lights and indicators, intensifying the sports car’s visual drama.

The list of subtle embellishments to the taut, emotive body of the R8 V10 also includes a high gloss finish for the grille and front air intakes, more pronounced side sills, wider side cooling vents within the contrasting ‘sideblade’, high gloss rear air outlets, oval exhaust tailpipes and a new rear diffuser.

The everyday usability of the R8 has been as widely commended as its capacity to enthral drivers, and the V10 version will of course be no different. The much praised quality of the interior fixtures and the deceptive amount of space afforded by the generous 2.65-metre wheel base makes this one of the most easygoing super cars ever built, and the V10 with its extra equipment emphasizes this further. In the most powerful R8 to date electric adjustment and heating is added for the Fine Nappa leather-upholstered sports seats, and DVD satellite navigation and a CD changer playable through a 465-watt Bang & Olufsen audio system simplify and enhance day-to-day driving. An interior light package including LED footwell lighting, light and rain sensors and LED engine compartment lighting also comes as standard.

Audi’s starter for ten – The new 525PS, 196mph Audi R8 V10 joins the highly successful V8 model in the UK in the spring of 2009 priced from £99,575 OTR.

2007 Honda CBR1000RR

2007 Honda CBR1000RR

2007 Honda CBR1000RR

2007 Honda CBR1000RR

• 2007 Honda CBR1000RR

2007 Honda CBR1000RR

The awesome CBR1000®RR packs MotoGP technology into a Superbike equally at home on the racetrack as it is on the streets.

Features & Benefits

New for 2007

- Black-painted swingarm adds aggressive new look.

- Exciting new colors Black/Metallic Gray and Light Silver Metallic join Red/Black.

Unique features

- Liquid-cooled 998cc inline four-cylinder engine.

- Aluminum frame patterned after the RC211V® MotoGP machine.

- Honda Electronic Steering Damper (HESD) for optimum steering effort and stability.

- Cassette-type close-ratio six-speed transmission.

- Centrally located fuel tank increases mass centralization and allows more compact frame design.

- Radial-mounted front brakes.

- Center-up exhaust system.

- Unit Pro-Link™ rear suspension and swingarm design inspired by RC211V.

- Line-beam headlight features three-piece reflector design.

- Dual Stage Fuel Injection (DSFI) system features two injectors per cylinder.

- Aggressive styling based on the championship-winning RC211V MotoGP machine.

Engine/Drivetrain

- Liquid-cooled DOHC 16-valve 998cc four-stroke inline four-cylinder engine features bore-and-stroke dimensions of 75mm x 56.5mm.

- Sixteen-valve cylinder head features 29mm intake and 24mm exhaust valves with a 12.2:1 compression ratio for efficient combustion and high horsepower.

- Intake valve features double-spring design for optimum performance at high rpm.

- Direct shim-under-bucket valve actuation system ensures high-rpm durability and allows 16,000-mile valve maintenance intervals.

- Lightweight nutless connecting rods.

- Iridium-tip spark plugs improve fuel combustion and performance.

- DSFI system features two injectors per cylinder--one upper and one lower--controlled by an electronic control unit (ECU) that senses rpm and throttle opening. Lower injector enhances rideability while upper injector improves top-end horsepower. At lower rpm only the lower injector is working. At higher rpm, both injectors are activated. The system uses 44mm throttle bodies.

- Denso injectors with lightweight valving for faster reaction time and 12 holes per injector improve atomization of fuel mixture for optimum combustion efficiency and power.

- Auto-enriching system is integrated into programmed fuel injection (PGM-FI) module, eliminating the need for a manual choke.

- Forged aluminum pistons with moly surface treatment for reduced friction.

- Aluminum composite cylinder sleeves are high-pressure-formed from sintered aluminum powder impregnated with ceramic and graphite. The lightweight composite sleeves provide better wear resistance and superior heat dissipation compared to conventional sleeves.

- ECU provides two digital 3-D fuel-injection maps for each cylinder and two digital 3-D ignition maps for cylinder pairs, creating ideal fuel mixture and spark advance settings for superb rideability.

- Ram-air system allows high volume of cool air to the 8.35-liter airbox for linear power delivery and incredible engine performance.

- Stainless steel four-into-two-into-one center-up exhaust with twin outlets and titanium core increases lean angle and reduces wind drag.

- Liquid-cooled aluminum oil cooler is lightweight and efficient.

- Magnesium ACG cover for lighter weight.

- Maintenance-free automatic cam-chain tensioner.

- Starter gears located on the right side to produce narrow engine and increased lean angle.

- Eight-plate clutch is compact and tough, featuring durable friction plate material.

- Cassette-type, close-ratio six-speed transmission is easily accessible for rapid gear ratio changes and maintenance at the race track.

- Durable #530 O-ring-sealed drive chain.

Chassis/Suspension

- Lightweight, twin-spar aluminum frame utilizes RC211V technology.

- Aluminum-hybrid rear swingarm is longest in class for superior traction under hard acceleration.

- New aluminum subframe is lightweight and easily removed for ease of maintenance.

- HESD is a rotary-type steering damper that electronically modulates steering damping based on road speed and acceleration. An ECU senses road speed and acceleration and then sends a signal to a solenoid. The solenoid controls an oil-pressure relief valve within the damper unit. At slower speeds the relief valve is open, allowing for a free flow of oil through the damper unit, resulting in reduced damping force and lighter steering effort. At higher speeds the flow of oil is restricted, resulting in increased damping force and additional stability. HESD is the first steering-damping system that makes it possible to increase high-speed performance while maintaining low-speed handling.

- 43mm inverted aluminum-slider Honda Multi-Action System (HMAS) cartridge front fork features spring preload and rebound and compression damping adjustability, and offers precise action and unparalleled rigidity.

- Unit Pro-Link rear suspension system is patterned after the RC211V MotoGP machine. In this system, the upper shock mount is contained within the swingarm rather than the frame. With no top frame mount for the shock, this unique system reduces negative suspension energy from being transmitted into the frame, allowing optimum frame rigidity and improved rideability out of corners. The HMAS shock offers rebound and compression damping and spring preload adjustability.

- Front-brake system features radial-mounted four-piston calipers and 320mm floating discs, and a 220mm rear disc with a single-piston caliper for exceptional stopping power.

- Super-light, aluminum-alloy hollow-spoke wheels feature race-spec 3.5 x 17-inch front and 6.0 x 17-inch rear dimensions.

- Centrally mounted 4.8-gallon fuel tank is positioned low in the frame, increasing mass centralization and allowing a more compact design. This design positions the rider farther forward for optimum handling.

Additional Features

- High-capacity 350-watt AC generator.

- High-tech instrument display features tachometer, LCD readouts for speedometer, coolant temperature, odometer, two tripmeters and a clock. A low-fuel LED light and shift-indicator light is located in the tachometer.

- Line-beam headlight features three-piece reflector design utilizing two H7 bulbs for optimum light distribution and unique compact design.

- LED taillights for improved appearance.

- Plastic tank shell cover protects tank and airbox.

- One-piece fan assembly increases cooling efficiency.

- Convenient ignition switch/fork lock for added security.

- Folding aerodynamic mirrors.

- Handlebar switches and controls use internationally approved ISO graphic symbols.

- Convenient push-to-cancel turn-signal switch.

- Maintenance-free battery.

- Transferable one-year, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.

- Purchase of a new, previously unregistered Honda unit by an individual retail user in the United States qualifies the owner for a one-year complimentary membership in the Honda Rider's Club of America® (HRCA®). Benefits include roadside assistance, online access to the Honda Common Service Manual, six issues of the bimonthly Honda Red Rider™ magazine, travel discounts, trip routing and MSF reimbursement, plus access to the HRCA Web site (www.hrca.honda.com). For details on the HRCA, dealers should call (310) 783-3958, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Time.

Available accessories

- Passenger Seat Cowl (color-matched).

Specifications

Model: CBR1000RR

Engine Type: 998cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder

Bore and Stroke: 75mm x 56.5mm

Compression Ratio: 12.2:1

Valve Train: DOHC; four valves per cylinder

Carburetion: Dual Stage Fuel Injection (DSFI)

Ignition: Computer-controlled digital transistorized with three-dimensional mapping

Transmission: Cassette-type, close-ratio six-speed

Final Drive: #530 O-ring-sealed chain

Suspension
Front: 43mm inverted HMAS cartridge fork with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability; 4.7 inches travel
Rear: HMAS Pro-Link single shock with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability; 5.3 inches travel

Brakes
Front: Dual full-floating 320mm discs with four-piston radial-mounted calipers
Rear: Single 220mm disc with single-piston caliper

Tires
Front: 120/70ZR-17 radial
Rear: 190/50ZR-17 radial

Wheelbase: 55.2 inches

Rake (Caster Angle): 23.45°

Trail: 100mm (3.9 inches)

Seat Height: 32.3 inches

Dry Weight: 388 pounds

Fuel Capacity: 4.8 gallons, including 1.06-gallon reserve

Colors: Black Metallic Gray, Light Silver Metallic, Red/Black

Meets current EPA standards.

California version meets current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.

The new Honda CBF Stunner - Economic and Sporty

Posted by: Dhwanish Dave on: January 10, 2009

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Here comes the combination of economic and sport. The new Honda CBF Stunner, yeah its really a stunner like its name. This model is replacing previous one, Honda Shine.

Hero Honda Stunner Launch

From Press Release:

The 125cc Honda Stunner produces 11bhp at 8000rpm and 11nm of torque at 6500rpm. Honda claims the Stunner can achieve 60kmph from standstill in 5.2 seconds, which ought to make the Stunner one of the fastest 125cc motorcycles in India, if not the fastest.

Loaded with goodies like front and rear tubeless tyres, alloys, half fairing and stepped up seat, the CBF Stunner is the most beautiful and loaded125cc motorcycle in India.
However all this comes at a price, the basic kick start drum brake version of Honda CBF Stunner would Rs. 47,070, while the self start drum brake version costs Rs. 49,820, while the top of the line disc brake version (with self start) would set you back by Rs. 51,655 (prices ex. showroom Delhi)

Honda’s new motorcycle CBF Stunner is a mean little 11 bhp, 124 cc machine

The CBF Stunner is here. Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India has unveiled its new 125 cc sports bike, the CBF Stunner, for the Indian market.

CBF Stunner motorcycles will be available in three vresions - Self Disc Alloy (Price Rs 51,655), Self Drum Alloy (Price: Rs 49,820) and Kick Drum Alloy (Price: Rs 47,070). At this point, Honda will offer the Stunner CBF in red, black, metallic silver and yellow colours.

Lookswise, you could call it a mini-Karizma. It looks like a well-put together package for sure. We think it looks the best in yellow, the bright colour nicely contrasting with the matte black handlebars and black front fairing.

Basic specifications of the Honda Stunner CBF are as follows:

125cc, 11 bhp
Kerb Weight: 129 kg
Wheelbase: 1271mm
Fuel tank capacity: 10 litres

Tubeless tryes
Front 80/100-17 and Rear: 100/90-77
Front Brakes: 240mm Disc or 130mm Drum
Rear Brake: 130mm drum

Starting: Kickstart / Electric

5 speed transmission
Trip meter

Honda claims acceleration figures of 0-60 kmph at 5.2 seconds for the CBF Stunner. Take it with a pinch of salt, the motorcycle weighs 129 kg, and even the iconic Yamaha RX 100 could not do that. It will be good, we are sure though.

Honda intends to sell 10 lakh motorcycles during 2008-2009 fiscal year, out of which the company expects 80,000 to be CBF Stunner motorcycles. Honda has priced the Stunner CBF bike between Rs 47,070 and Rs 51,655 (Ex-Showroom, Delhi).

Apart from the CBF Stunner, the company also has lined up measures to roll out two more new motorcycle models in 2008. Plus, there is an 800 cc motorcycle from Honda in the pipeline for India, though details are sketchy at this moment. We hear the 800 cc motorcycle would be priced above Rs 10 lakh, and that is real close the just-launched Suzuki Hayabusa.

Honda had posted sales figures of of 9.07 lakh units in the previous fiscal, aims at selling as many as 3 lakh motorcycles and 7 lakh scooters this fiscal.

The bike major which had plans to come up with a new manufacturing facility seems to have put such plans in the backburner and is focusing on improving sales. The company currently boasts of a production capacity of 1.2 million units.