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Saturday, July 31, 2010

Electric Powered Cars With Low Voltage

electric powered cars
Obama was back in Michigan recently published a work, make sure the batteries for the Volt, the plug-in hybrid electric cars, General Motors of the next government property. The Energy Department has paid half of the plant cost 300 million U.S. dollars to boost a program fund of U.S. $ 2.4 billion subsidy vehicle technologies in the President's plan, the economy. The government says it is a smart bet on the future of the green economy. Skeptics say that global production capacity and advanced batteries to demand overtake quickly.

Roland Berger Strategy Consultants offers a job-destruction massive consolidation in five years.
We have a problem: to operate for the near future, electric powered cars too expensive
for all but the high-income Americans. The only way to sell even the richest, is a large federal grant.The average new electric powered cars for $ 28,350 sold in 2008, according to the
Association of Automobile Dealers.

GM has announced that the plug-in Volt, however, will cost $ 41,000. Nissan all-electric cars from the road is estimated at about $ 33,000. (can the two vehicles are smaller and because they take hours to recharge, less versatile, cost the same price as gasoline cars.) Tesla Roadster more than $ 100,000,although the company building a $ 57,000 sedan is being committed. The business model in advanced vehicle makes sense only because of $ 7,500 for each vehicle federal tax credit for first 200,000 buyers of every model.

Even then, the gas savings or the rising cost of owning a electric powered cars with electric motors less consumption tax rise in fuel prices or peak resembled the long term. (Trade Act and the PACS could have changed the calculus, but it died in Congress.) Electric Cars also a house in the cradle, cost several thousand more, as the Federal tax credits.

Common sense suggests that buyers are likely consumers of luxury cars with gasoline and
heavy are living in a house with an outlet in the garage - and can afford a green experience. Deloitte Consulting interviews with industry experts and potential buyers from the year 2000 show that early adopters , especially from households with incomes over $ 200,000 per year.

To be sure, the Obama administration, that public services such as mobile phones, before they quickly move into the market as ramps and reduce production costs. The central point of the U.S. investment and subsidies for the purchase is to accelerate this process. Deloitte but it suggests that even with government help, the electric car a decade of demographic, therefore only 1.3 million potential buyers, that $ 114 000 households to cover a year later. With sales of 465 000 in 2020, the achievement of profitability and efficiency of the production will be a challenge, said Deloitte.

In a country with over 250 million cars, half a million new electric cars one years barely a dent in dependence on foreign oil and carbon dioxide emissions. And these modest savings will come at the expense of the redistribution of income with the support of the federal government - at the top.

Modifikasi Motor Vixion Motor Sport Style

Modifikasi Yamaha Motor Vixion Motor Sport Style
Yamaha Vixion Supermotard Picture Modification|Customized
This is the Yamaha Vixion Supermotard Specification Detail :
Front Wheel: 90/110 BT size:110/17
Rear Wheel: BT 100/110 size:120/17
Velg : Power
Front shockbreaker: Original
Accessories: Ymax
Exhaust: CLD trioval alumunium
Speedometer: koso RX2 VFR
Body Paint: Spies Hecker
Fender, Headlamp – Acerbis
Steering: Limbah
Disc Brake – Nissi
From: Modifikasi Motor Vixion Motor Sport Style

2011 Modification Minerva Megelli 250R

2011 Modification Minerva Megelli 250R

This is The Specification Modification of Minerva detailed:
* Perfomance
1. Stainless chargeless breeze bankrupt Flash – Custom Research itself
2. 520 rear accessory Custom chrome 38
3. CPEX 450 CDI – own Custom Research Map
4. Coil assure with arena strap
* Safety
5. Replace tires BT92 150/60, 110/70 dpn
6. Custom Stainless advanced discs
7. Custom Stainless Steel rear disc
8. mono-shock rear YSS Custom
9. 520H-LGL alternation 106 (102)
* Model
10. Change Jok, mb-tech
11. catchbasin pad
12. acid sticker
13. H7 White 4300K bulb
14. White Luxeon led twilight
15. RDR handle pro-Performance
16. waterproof disc horn Hella
17. Custom winshield clear
18. duke anchor KTC
19. Custom stainless handlebar spur
20. Custom stainless bolts
21. Custom stainless oil cap
22. Speedo beat koso RX2n
23. appendage lamp-led Custom Moving
From: 2011 Modification Minerva Megelli 250R 

Modifikasi Motor Kharisma 2010 Style

Modifikasi Motro Kharisma 2010 Style
Modifikasi Motor Kharisma 2010 Style Detail :
Change:
Tires-Front: Mizzle 90/80-17
Tires-Rear: 110/80-17 Tire Deli
-Velg: footstep amplitude Rochell Racing
Front-fender: Kaze zx 130
Rear-fender: Mio
-Spy: Honda Supra X 125
Jok-: re-design by Afas Jok
Rear-Shockbreaker: Kanzen Taurus
Standard side-Modify and change the average and aerial shock big tires
Bracket-box: GIVI (* optional)
Chain-and Gir Set: TK combinations 14-37
-Fuel: PERTAMAX – PERTAMAX Plus
-Oli: Repsol Moto 15W-50
Modifications motor not apperceive the type. Honda Karisma which seemed to anatomy the aboriginal ‘plain’ can additionally be dimodif archetypal of abandoned streetfighter. As Budi Udin Fakkar of Jatayu Motor Sport (JMS) on this one. He called his assignment of Shiva (read: Siwa). He mengartikannya god of creation.
Here, the characteristics ditonjolkan Budi artery fighter avoid through the courage of the basic knit. Especially in the courage of the aqueduct Ducati Monster Tubular style, accumulated with the beat arm (swing arm) from a distinct Veltermoto (Italy). For foot-feet, “have a abounding set Velg NSR 150 SP. Senada order, abundance peranti alias additionally use NSR shock,” said architect who is addicted fitness.
From: Modifikasi Motro Kharisma 2010 Style

Modifikasi Honda Tiger Revo

Technology, and Honda Tiger REVO
Modifikasi Honda Tiger Revo
Not abounding changes fabricated by the AHM back mempensiunkan Honda Tiger 2000 and alter it with Honda Tiger REVO. Alike changes fabricated by AHM can be counted on the ancillary with the hand. But that change is absolutely effective, abnormally the eyes people. The changes are best acutely arresting in the anatomy of a panel, which was minimal, has become alike added maksimalis can be said to be agnate to the Honda CBF 250. CW velg accession disc brakes and a glimpse abaft the simple steps, but that’s abundant to accomplish Tiger’s REVO be added sturdy. Suspensi rear accepted is replaced by Air Suspensi cushion, the motor looks to be a little hi-tech. With the changes fabricated to actualize a Tiger REVO accept the appearance that is acceptable and Macho appeal, abnormally in the motor added classmates.
From: Modifikasi Honda Tiger Revo

Modification Minerva Madass Sachs 125 cc

Minerva Madass sachs 125 cc
Minerva Madass Sachs 125 cc with 125 courage admiration best 8.0 Nm/5000 rpm and the adeptness that is able of ride adeptness 6.4 KW/7500 rpm. Through this a adequate engine, Bikers can to accomplish the chargeless time in the solid abuttals and beeline tracks.
MINERVA MadAss Sachs 125 SPECIFICATION MODIFICATION:
Color: Yellow
Variant: Casting Wheel
Engine type: 4-Step
Step Volume: 125cc
Front brake: Disk Break (type single-piston caliper admeasurement 220mm)
Rear brake: Disk Break (ventilate the disc caliper bifold admeasurement 260mm)
Suspension Front: Hydraulic animation shock pressure
Suspension Rear: Hydraulic animation shock pressure
Gas tank: 5.1 liter Capacity
Ignition system: CDI
Lights: Front (Dual addendum lamp)
Rear (tail lamp ignites the broke tail)
Starter: Electrical abecedarian and blast amateur
From: Modification Minerva Madass Sachs 125 cc

Modifikasi Knalpot Honda Beat

Modifikasi Knalpot Honda Beat
Although somewhat besutan newer, but already abounding workshops that accommodate bore-up amalgamation for Honda Beat. Devices that charge be adored too little, depending on needs. “Put the agent is added big, so the capital card for the jack to the agent accommodation increase,” said Sena Ponda, abstruse adviser Matic Padepokan on Jl. Muh. Joseph Raya, Depok, West Java, which usually handles bore-up motor racing.
Piston Set
To access the aggregate of the engine, the agent charge be exchanged for a accepted added besutan / aftermarket beyond bore (Fig.1). Purpose is to accomplish gasoline bake in the allowance for more, so that agitation increases.
“If for daily, 125-150 cc is sufficient. Added than that would drive beneath adequate and the agent beating was bigger, “explained Coky, JP Antagonism bang-up at Jl. Paradise No.6E-F, Bintaro, the accepted Jaksel composition bore Scooter alley race.
Coil / CDI Racing
This is to advance the letikan atom plugs for added complete agitation and best (Fig.2). “With antagonism CDI and braid achievement is affirmed to rise,” said Julius, boutique owners Johnny Holle Motor (JHM).
Per CVT Racing
Create advance the alteration of ability from the agent to the automated transmission, approved tuners use a CVT Antagonism (gbr.3).
“The blueprint harder than the original, so that the active force / tekannya additionally strong. This is to affected the annular did not let too lelet, “said Ario Joddy, goalie Joddy Motor (JDM) in Jl. Jatiwaringin artery No.1A, Pangkalan Jati, East Jakarta.
Well, if the addition was not annoyed with the changes and allotment of the application, for a thicker pockets can add antagonism bankrupt and antagonism carburetor with venturi holes beyond than the standard.
Bore Up Amalgamation List
Padepokan Matic (0812-838146)
125cc – Rp 2 million
Pistom FIM 53.75 mm agent arena SGP, SGP Smash Per valve, a CVT Kymco, karbu rammer, BRT CDI i-Max, modif manifold, roller Kawahara, noken as custom 285 degrees, grease ENDURO matic, ported polish.
150cc – USD 4 actor FIM 55mm piston, agent arena SGP, stroke, 6mm, per valve Akutagawa, a CVT Kymco, karbu PE 28, CDI BRT i-Max, modif manifold, roller Kawahara, noken as custom 330 degrees, grease ENDURO matic, anchorage polish, antagonism clutch, a new booring.
Jhonny Hole (0812-9599656)
125cc – USD 1.5 million
Izumi Agent set 54mm, Kitaco per CVT, CDI BRT i-Max, ported polish.
150cc – USD 3.5 million
Izumi Agent set 58mm, Kitaco per CVT, CDI BRT i-Max, anchorage polish, valve settings, valve sonic, beddy-bye crank case.
Joddy Motor (021-86601686)
150cc – USD 2.5 million
Blitz Kawasaki agent sets, agent rings sonic, a CVT TDR, modif noken as, advancement CVT, CDI BRT Dualband ported polish
JP Antagonism (021-70993827)
125cc – USD 2.425 million
Charisma 53mm piston, agent arena Shogun 110, Noken as 270 degrees Kawahara, Papas head, 1.5 mm, a valve grand, ported polish, roller, BRT CDI i-Max
150cc – USD 5 million
58mm agent set, new booring, Sonic valve 24/28, Kawahara noken as 270 degrees, Papas arch 1mm, beddy-bye accepted exhaust, ported polish, accelerate the assimilation manifold, roller, up 2.5 mm stroke, CDI BRT-Imax
Matic Boutique (021-68835990)
125cc – USD 675 thousand
54.5 mm agent sets, a new agent block, aboriginal (not including plug)
150cc – USD 750 thousand
59.5 mm agent set, agent block (not including plug)
From: Modifikasi Knalpot Honda Beat

Modifikasi Honda Revo 2010

Modifikasi Honda Revo 2010
When Honda alien the 110 CC Absolute Revolution in FX Sudirman, Friday (29 / 1) PT Astra Honda Motor (AHM) as a distinct abettor Honda cast holders do not aloof affectation a few units of the three variants of a new variant, the Spoke, Wheel and Deluxe Casting Casting Wheel). There are two units Revo Alsolute a adapted go on display, the Revo and Revo Hitech Sporty Luxury VIP who has arrive the absorption of journalists.
“The Absolute Honda 110 cc Revo is Honda aggregation dipermak Research & Development South East Asia (HRS),” said Reza Goduan Parulian, Designer Styling as able-bodied as administration in the activity who spent about 3 months.
Before cutting motor, aboriginal fabricated an angel of Reza said it took a month. “The agronomics action takes about bristles weeks and the two motors, anniversary allowable by one person,” said Reza.
For the amount of modifications, added Reza, Revo Hitech absorb about Rp30 million, while the Luxury of about Rp20 million. “However, this modification as a advertence only, appropriately the aboriginal appearance of the motor is still strong,” said Reza.
Absolute Revo adapted to the best comfortable Hitech Sporty. But the best absorbing of these modifications is the muffler design. Both the Hitech and Luxury styles are advised moge. The archetypal is not long, but abbreviate and trapezoidal design, rather than annular or oval.
The best comfortable of the two models is that Sporty. Both rim which superlebar homemade, including the architecture of his fingers. Impression as a motor-powered fast amount benumb is emitted through both the advanced and rear anchor arrangement was adopted disc. Then the archetypal afflicted the accepted abeyance into monosok.
Not alone that, accustomed the accepted beat arm condom (wrapped) bifold models added to accomplish a avoid attending muscular. Then, assertive genitalia of the anatomy such as Kevlar motives apish axial motor, and some spackboard aback spackboard front, the central wing, carapace lamps and handle (the aback seat). So, anchor on the handlebars additionally replaced and be accustomed be accustomed a balance end.
On the alfresco of the accession accustomed two baby lights, one of whom serves as a ablaze sein. Unfortunately, Footstep is still the accepted and accomplish a ballast Rider no. Included additionally on Luxury models. Understandably, his name additionally fabricated advertence modifications.
While the Luxury model, abeyance systems still accredit to the standard. Alone the abruptness bend has afflicted added to the advanced and cutting gas model. In accession to the abbreviate exhaust, added absorbing things ballast for motorists artificial wide. Archetypal advised Sepatbor motogp back. Very adapted with six bolt rim.
From: Modifikasi Honda Revo 2010

Modifikasi Roda Motor Mio

Modifikasi Roda Motor Mio
Long retreat, retreat, said Junaidi, to 32 cm. This does not accommodate the end of the alien tire. However, there are different on the retreat, abjure it. When the architecture is about shaped belletrist “H”, actuality he fabricated a archetypal “J”.
“To be able due to rim and agent load, the actual is taken from galvanized,” he explained. This accomplishment shall thumbs up. Imagine, with the rear caster of a super-wide, the accessory charcoal in the middle. If beheld from the annoy and rim application, afresh absolutely this Mio into Bobber style.
To acclimatize the aback of the already ever stretch, re-house CVT reformed. Way, that allotment was cut and added to plates 8 cm to bout the back, admitting not absolutely fit the position because it was too out of place.
Front caster chopper-like models in the Harley-proved difficult to maneuver. Turning ambit is actual baby like a chopper-style motorcycle HD. Changes fabricated by sliding out and alter council triangular shaped enggak afresh straight, but it resembles a “V”.
From: Modifikasi Roda Motor Mio

2010 Aston Martin DBS Volante

2010 Aston Martin DBS Volante


2010 Aston Martin DBS Volante , works on a petrol engine that runs with a speed of 6500 rpm and that has a 6L and 48v petrol capacity.

Fuel consumption of 7.225 kmpl on highways and 4.675 kmpl in city can be achieved with 2010 DBS Volante car that has 6 manual gears.



Following are the parts present in 2010 DBS Volante, Battery Saver, Front Power Outlet, Battery, Traction Control, Rear Limited Slip Differential, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) Vehicle Stability Control System, Brake Assistance, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Hard Drive, In-Glass Radio Antenna, Automatic Climate Control and Analog Clock.



Tachometer, Cruise Control, Tire Pressure Monitor, Engine Start and Stop Button, Electroluminescent Instrumentation, Engine Start and Stop Button, Electroluminescent Instrumentation, Trip Computer, Front Map Lights, Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Trunk, Carbon Fiber Trim Located On Doors and Door Handles, Leather Steering Wheel, Front Floor Mats and Power Windows are present.



2010 DBS Volante is made available in the 10 colors of Almond Green, Amethyst Red, Custom Exterior Color, Emerald Green, Fire Red, Glacial Blue, Hammerhead Silver, Hardly Green, Jet Black, Lightning Silver .

Dimensions of 2010 DBS Volante are 1280 mm of height, 4722 mm of length, 1905 mm of width and weight is 1810 kgs with 5 seating capacity and 4 doors.



Technical Specification




* Body

o Two-door convertible body style with 2+2 seating

o Bonded aluminium VH structure

o Aluminium, magnesium alloy and carbon-fibre composite body

o Extruded aluminium door side-impact beams

o High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps (main beam)

o LED rear lamps and side repeaters

* Engine

o All-alloy, quad overhead camshaft, 48-valve, 5935 cc V12

o Compression ratio 10.9:1

o Front-mid mounted engine, rear-wheel drive

o Fully catalysed stainless steel exhaust system with active bypass valves

o Max power: 380 kW (510 bhp / 517 PS) @ 6500 rpm

o Max torque: 570 Nm (420 lb.ft) @ 5750 rpm

* Performance

o Acceleration: 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 4.3 seconds

o Max speed: 307 km/h (191 mph)

* Transmission

o Rear-mid mounted, six-speed manual gearbox. Rear-mid mounted 'Touchtronic 2' six-speed gearbox with electronic shift-by-wire control system

o Alloy torque tube with carbon fibre propeller shaft

o Limited-slip differential

o Final-drive ratio 3.71:1 (manual) 3.46:1 (Touchtronic)

o Wheels and Tyres

o Front: 8.5" x 20" Pirelli P Zero 245/35

o Rear: 11" x 20" Pirelli P Zero 295/30

* Steering

o Rack and pinion, Servotronic speed-sensitive power-assisted steering, 3.0 turns lock-to-lock

o Column tilt and reach adjustment

* Suspension

o Front: Independent double wishbone incorporating anti-dive geometry, coil springs, anti-roll bar and monotube adaptive dampers

o Rear: Independent double wishbones with anti-squat and anti-lift geometry, coil springs, anti-roll bar and monotube adaptive dampers

o Adaptive Damping System (ADS) with Track mode

* Brakes

o Front: Ventilated carbon ceramic discs, 398 mm diameter with six-piston callipers

o Rear: Ventilated carbon ceramic discs, 360 mm diameter with four-piston callipers

o Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with Track mode

o Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

o Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

o Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)

o Traction control

* Dimensions

o Length: 4721 mm (185.9")

o Wheelbase: 2740 mm (107.9")

o Width:

+ 1905 mm (75") (exc. Mirrors)

+ 2060 mm (81.1") (inc. Mirrors)

o Fuel tank capacity: 78 litres (17.2 Imp.galls, 20.5 US galls)

o Height: 1280 mm (50.4")

o Weight: 1810 kg

Mini Life Ball 2010

Mini Life Ball 2010


This year for the first time, three different MINI  models will be embellished by a trio of world renowned names from the world of fashion. Calvin Klein Collection’s award-winning Women’s Creative Director Francisco Costa will be designing the MINI Countryman, the brand's new crossover model. The US fashion designer with Belgian roots Diane von Furstenberg, meanwhile, will add her artistic touch to a MINI Hatch, while New York’s Kenneth Cole will imprint his unmistakable style on a MINI Convertible. These exclusive collector’s items are to be auctioned on behalf of the charity supported by the Life Ball, with the proceeds going to amfAR (the Foundation for AIDS Research).

Automobile Car Magazine Reviews And The 2010 Lexus ES 350

Automobile magazine has published a review of the editor of a Lexus luxury sedan entry, the ES 350. As is the case in its review of the LS 460 by m, the four editors of this take on the best-selling sedan. The main focus was on the concept in the ES 350 luxury insignificant, as described by senior online editor Phil Floraday:
Automobile Car, Lexus ES 350,  Lexus luxury, car reviews
If you are looking for only a means, a quiet comfortable to navigate, hard to fault the approach of the Lexus. Stretches of road that can be painful in the BMW), thanks to run-flat tires and sports suspension) and soothing about the Lexus, the ES350 is a reasonable means reasonable enjoyment of a luxury car is true if you are careful with your optional equipment.

Being more accustomed to the high turnout, the leadership of machinery, was a copy editor Rusty Blackwell ready for consideration in the past, initial differences in style with the ES 350, and pointed to the advantage of technology:

I had rather Infiniti M or Mercedes-Benz C class, since the direction Lexus is the light of this, and dealing with a very soft, but this is what most owners want to Lexus, the ES350 is what gives them - for a reasonable starting price of $ 36.050. And almost any driver on that, including myself, to be content with the ability of ES350 to blow by the traffic when the mood strikes, although the torque can be directed issue at lower speeds.

Is filled with products in general and the amenities of the Lexus technology, and the ES350 is no exception. After driving this car is a special experience, and I think it can be pointed out that the offer includes a backup camera I've seen so far. It's like a high-def cameras arrived in the backup.

Summed up the Web producer Evan McCausland even with the review of a question about the wishes of the market:

No, does not describe this as a sports sedan (you want one? Lexus will be happy to sell you it), but almost comfortable and reconciliation Trad LS leader. Suspension tuning is a flexible, but never flabby, limited to the remarkably well isolated, and the seats, especially when trimmed in leather and upgrade this stylish and luxurious as the Chase Ames.

If noise and vibration, and harshness are the three main factors that help you make the decision to buy vehicles ahead, it's really hard to beat ES350 amazingly smooth. However, I'm not sure of that silence and soft and not necessarily enough to win the battle in today's premium mid-size segment.
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This issue, p is the entry of Lexus' representative in the price of a piece of medium-sized enterprises, and a description of the goal of Lexus ES 350 entry-level as part of comfort "luxury". As noted by many of the reviews, the ES 350 is focused like a laser on the quiet, comfort and luxury, and to his type: a focus on buyer luxury sports. So far, the formula worked brilliantly surpassed, perhaps because the specially designed for a specific type of luxury owner

Friday, July 30, 2010

Gold Price

Shopping is my ultimate favorite past time, after all, who would not love shopping anyway? And speaking of shop, I found a very interesting vintage store somewhere down the road here in our neighborhood. I become their frequent customer ever since I found this store. The manager knows me already and she in fact always gave me a discount. To me, it's like a price of gold. Sweet, eh?

With this store I save a lot of money. As compulsive I am with it comes of spending the labor of my hard works, I couldn't imagine how this store change my financial accounts. Hehehe. You know, before I could careless if I spend a $100 or more a week on clothes and some other trash (such a waste), but now no more. I now at least spend a maximum of $58 once or twice a month in this store. With that amount I could get a pair of branded jeans, a bag, a vintage top, jewelries and many others. Sometimes, I spot gold earrings, necklace for just $30. I kid not, really.

I'm telling you this because in this tough economy we have right now I learn how to be frugal and wise yet still fashionable without having my wallet's broken or broke. I feel like I won a gold price. Such a good alterations on me.

2011 Chevrolet Cruze sails into new era of small cardom

2011 Chevrolet Cruze – Click above for high-res image gallery

Until now, General Motors hasn't exactly taken the small-car market seriously. While Honda, Toyota, Nissan, Hyundai and Kia have built their empires on the hoods of pint-sized, fuel-efficient transportation, history has shown the captains of Detroit tend to offer up parts-bin afterthoughts. Cars like the Chevrolet Cavalier and Cobalt have left a sour taste in the mouths of buyers thanks to noisy and de-contented cabins, rough engines and build quality that would make a Yugo blush. As a result, Americans have developed a sort of Pavolovian retch when we hear the term "compact car."

But a new dawn may be approaching – one heralded by a rash of new straw-weight fighters that aim to bring a global small car philosophy to the U.S. GM intends to be part of that party with the introduction of the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, a sedan that, for all intents and purposes, is more of a landmark model for the company than the endlessly-hyped Chevrolet Volt. To get our meaning, you'll need to throw all of your heinous memories about American-built small cars out the window beginning... now.

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Double Bill - C/D and MT pit Cadillac CTS-V Coupe vs. Audi RS5 vs. BMW M3


Click above to watch the video after the jump

The Cadillac CTS-V Coupe has some serious performance chops. The potent angular coupe is loaded with a blown 6.2-liter V8 capable of 556-horsepower, 15-inch front and 14.7-inch rear Brembo brakes and a Magnetic Ride Control suspension setup. Impressive stats to be sure, but does Cadillac's sleek two-seater have the goods to take on the BMW M3 coupe and Audi RS5?

Both Motor Trend and Car and Driver have obviously been pondering the same question, as the competing buff mags dusted off their camcorders and cut up a pair of comparison videos featuring the three super coupes doing a ménage à trois of the automotive kind.

Make the jump to experience both videos. In the first video, MT goes all-out with its comparison, bringing both Editor-in-Chief Angus McKenzie and the spanking new CTS-V Coupe to Germany to take on the pair of well-established Bavarian competitors. The second video shows the unique C/D approach, with no first, second or third place finishers and not a single word is uttered. C/D just let the hot coupes speak for themselves with beautiful pictures and heavenly exhaust notes.

[Sources: Car and Driver, Motor Trend]

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Holy Abomination Batman - It's a customized 1985 Porsche 944

1985 Porsche 944 Batmobile Tribute – Click above for high-res image gallery

This author will be the first to admit that he's not exactly overflowing with love for the Porsche 944, but don't expect any amused looks from this camp about seeing this car degraded into a stumpy rendition of Tim Burton's Batmobile. Sadly, that's just what seems to have happened with this particular 1985 944. According to the seller, the car still boasts the stock 2.5-liter four-cylinder and a five-speed manual cog box, so you won't be outpacing baddies anytime soon. A NOS Sniper system has been installed on the car, but thankfully, it's never been used. We're guessing hitting the go-go juice would be a heckuva lot of fun – but probably just once.

A few of the movie car's more outlandish traits have made their way to this poor Porsche, including those wild batwing fins and a pair of replica .223 machine guns that light up for effect. The car does feature the kind of sound system you'd need to drown out the riotous laughter of those in traffic around you, so that's a plus. The seller says that the front fenders need to be finished, and as such, you can get this puppy for a song. Asking price is a mere $6,500. You can check out the full listing here. Thanks for the tip, Kris!

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The Smoking Tire gets to play with the Firebreather

The Smoking Tire drives the Firebreather – Click above to watch video after the jump

Matt Farah and the crew from The Smoking Tire just can't seem to get enough of the 2011 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Convertible they had for this year's Bullrun. With the cross-country party over and nothing but a mountain of citations looming in the distance, The Smoking Tire set out to give the big Blue Oval one last goodbye. Of course, they couldn't spend an entire episode pouring over every last detail of a vehicle that regular viewers know all too well. Instead, the show lined up a quick stint behind the wheel of the Classic Design Concepts Firebreather.

Think of it as what the 2010 Pontiac Firebird would have looked like if the Poncho had survived the GM apocalypse and the company's designers had been on acid. If you can get past the wildly rear sheet metal and the drooping front fascia, there's a supercharged version of the 6.2-liter V8 in the Chevrolet Camaro on which it's based. The whole concoction is good for 600 horsepower, and while the car was originally worked up for an Exodus Productions movie, Classic Design Concepts will be selling genuine Firebreather models to the public. Hit the jump to see Farah wrangle the car through a canyon or two.

[Source: The Smoking Tire]

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One-off SR-71 Mustang sells for $375,000 at EAA AirVenture

2011 Ford Mustang SR-71 Blackbird - Click above for high-res image gallery

Generous giving can be a sign of how the economy is doing, and if the auction of the custom SR-71 Blackbird Mustang at the EAA AirVenture show yesterday is anything to go by, then things are looking up. Built in collaboration with Ford, Roush and Shelby, the one-off pony car was sold for $375,000 to benefit the EAA's Young Eagles program – that's significantly more than $250,000 the AV-X10 'Dearborn Doll' Mustang raised last year at the event.

Of course, the winning bidder was likely motivated by a little more than charity during the bidding. The one-of-one 2011 Mustang features an exterior designed after the legendary Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird reconnaissance plane, and it includes black and gray matte exterior paint, custom front and rear fascias, performance wheels and a unique screen-print glass roof. Performance has also been boosted thanks to a Whipple supercharger system and a slew of Ford Racing Performance Parts. Follow the jump for more details on the car or check it out in our gallery below.

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Porsche confirms 2011 launch of Panamera S Hybrid


2010 Porsche Panamera 4S – Click above for high-res image gallery

Buried within Porsche's recent announcement regarding its plans to test three electric Boxsters, the company openly confirmed that the launch of the Panamera S Hybrid is on track for 2011. Though perhaps not as innovative or as those racy electric vehicles, the Panamera S Hybrid still hails from Stuttgart and, therefore, is bound to be one exhilarating ride.

The upcoming Panamera will borrow the hybrid hardware found in the current Cayenne S Hybrid. That means it will sport a 329-horsepower 3.0-liter V6 engine mated to a 46 hp electric motor. Like the Cayenne S Hybrid, the Panamera's parallel hybrid setup boasts the ability to operate at low speeds under electric power alone. When the production Panamera S Hybrid takes to the streets in 2011, it will become the company's second model to sport a hybrid powertrain, a remarkable achievement considering that few people associate Porsche with fuel efficiency. Follow the jump for more info on Porsche's fuel-saving plans.

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Gooding to auction 1995 McLaren F1 in Monterey

1995 McLaren F1 to be auctioned by Gooding & Company – Click above for high-res image gallery

Gooding & Company's auction coinciding with this year's Pebble Beach Concours is coming up in a few short weeks, and the lineup of available cars is shaping up to be quite impressive. Already dozens of incredibly compelling and valuable collector cars are scheduled to make their way across the block, but the car that has caught our attention the most so far is a 1995 McLaren F1.

The F1 is singularly special in its own right, but this particular car is even more attractive to buyers in the United States since it's one of the few examples actually registered in the country. The car was sold originally to Larry Ellison, the CEO of Oracle, who was one of the sponsors of McLaren's race team back in the mid-1990s. This F1 comes finished in classic Magnesium Silver paint with a black interior and comes with its factory-delivered luggage and tools. The estimated price? A mere $2.5 to $3.5 million. Follow the jump for full details in the press release from Gooding, and be sure to check out the images below.

Autoblog gets seat and simulation time with Toyota's newest safety technology

Inside Toyota's Higashi-Fuji tech center – Click above for high-res image gallery

Sitting in the shadow of Mount Fuji, Toyota's Higashi-Fuji technical center is part proving grounds and part engineering center. But unlike most facilities, Higashi-Fuji includes an array of engineering and research offices employing over 3,000 employees, and an assortment of non-track test facilities.

The Higashi-Fuji campus opened back in 1966 and has grown to encompass nearly 2.7 millionsquare feet of facility floor space. We were given the rare opportunity to visit the facility where we witnessed one unique crash test, tried out one of the world's most advanced driving simulators and sampled an assortment of new safety features, including a brake override system, enhanced pre-collision braking, pedestrian detection and updated ABS calibrations for the Prius. Make the jump for the full report.

Julia Restoin Roitfeld

i love love love Vogue dot com UK for featuring stylist women in their every day  for the month wardrobe. Julia Restoin Roitfeld (I have no idea who she is but I like her fashion style) was  with Vogue's June featured in Today's I'm Wearing blog.

These are my picks out of 30 outfits she have been wore last month hence I'm a dress hoarder. :)  Gorgeous, ain't it?

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Video: Horacio Pagani shows off the Zonda R and its record breaking Nurburgring lap

Posted: 30 Jul 2010 04:37 AM PDT

Video: Horacio Pagani shows off the Zonda R and its record breaking Nurburgring lap

After hearing the rumor that the Pagani Zonda R broke the lap record at the famous Nurburgring Nordschleife circuit, we saw the video confirmation of the amazing feat at the beginning of the week.

Now, the company’s founder, Horacio Pagani, stars in a brand new video, showcasing how important the Zonda R model is for the Italian supercar manufacturer.

We also see Marc Basseng, the German driver who drove the extreme supercar the record breaking 6:47 run.

If you want to indulge in more footage with the stunning Pagani Zonda R, then hit the jump and check it out.

Source: Pagani via Automarket

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Video: Horacio Pagani shows off the Zonda R and its record breaking Nurburgring lap

BMW X4 gets new details rumored

Posted: 30 Jul 2010 02:27 AM PDT

BMW X4 gets new details rumored

Even though BMW has yet to acknowledge whether or not it will actually manufacture the X4 crossover, it seems that rumors about the new model are spreading like wildfire.

After hearing that it might receive an X4 M performance version, the lads from AutoExpress have revealed that it will also sport a highly frugal 2.0-liter turbodiesel engine, in order to balance out the thirstier M-badged crossover.

Besides that, the new BMW X4 will borrow design cues heavily from the current X6 Sports Activity Coupe, but combine them with some systems found on the 5 Series Gran Turismo. Most importantly, the two-stage hatchback will be present on the X4, for that extra dose of practicality.

Not much else was revealed, but you shouldn’t start saving up for this new coupe/crossover model until BMW actually confirms the new model.

Source: AutoExpress

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BMW X4 gets new details rumored

Porsche Panamera Hybrid set to appear in 2011

Posted: 30 Jul 2010 02:15 AM PDT

Porsche Panamera Hybrid set to appear in 2011

Porsche is continuing its hybrid push, and has officially confirmed that in 2011, it will launch the Porsche Panamera Hybrid.

The more efficient sedan will use the same setup currently available on the 2011 Cayenne Hybrid. This means that a 3.0-liter supercharged V6 engine, capable of 329 HP, will be combined with a 46 HP electric motor, thanks to the Tiptronic eight-speed gearbox.

The system is a parallel hybrid assembly, meaning that for a certain distance and time, the Porsche can use just electric power. This allows the Cayenne to achieve an improved fuel average, as well as lower emissions than its internal combustion engine-equipped brothers.

No word on when exactly we will see the Porsche Panamera Hybrid, but there’s still some time before 2011 hits.

Source: Autocar

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Porsche Panamera Hybrid set to appear in 2011

New Ferrari 458 Italia on fire photos appear

Posted: 30 Jul 2010 01:58 AM PDT

New Ferrari 458 Italia on fire photos appear

Last week we revealed the scorched remains of what used to be a Ferrari 458 Italia supercar.

Now, photos of the actual car being on fire have appeared, courtesy of our friends from WreckedExotics.

New Ferrari 458 Italia on fire photos appear

As we can see, it seems that the car was actually owned by a Swiss man, even though in the previous pictures it was surrounded by cars registered in France. The incident took place on July 14, and, luckily, no one was hurt.

It seems that the rear-mounted engine caught fire first, and eventually spread to the rest of the car. In the end, as we saw last week, just a hulking pile of aluminum remained.

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New Ferrari 458 Italia on fire photos appear

Video: Matte purple Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG may cause blindness

Posted: 30 Jul 2010 01:28 AM PDT

Video: Matte purple Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG may cause blindness

With every new supercar, no matter how powerful or obscene, you can bet that there will be people with questionable taste getting their hands on some of them.

Such is the case with the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, owned by an Arabian and parked on the streets of London. We’ve seen some pretty interesting Arabian nightmares customizations up until now, but this one takes it up a notch.

As you can see, the powerful German supercar is wrapped in a matte purple (or mauve, for the artistically-inclined) body vinyl, hiding the original red paint job. For an added contrast, the wing mirrors are also wrapped in fake carbon fiber.

In case the picture above wasn’t enough punishment for you, hit the jump to see a video of the purple Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG in action on the streets of London.

Source: Axis of Oversteer

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Video: Matte purple Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG may cause blindness

2011 Mazda2 gets promoted through Facebook game DriverVille

Posted: 30 Jul 2010 01:06 AM PDT

2011 Mazda2 gets promoted through Facebook game DriverVille

Ford isn’t the only automaker trying to get in touch with the cool kids through social media websites like Facebook or Twitter, as Mazda has also revealed it is ‘hip’ (or whatever the kids are calling it these days) with the social movement.

The Japanese company decided to use a bold new way of promoting the 2011 Mazda2 compact: a dedicated Facebook game called DriverVille.

The application was developed by Frima, a Facebook game developer, and concentrates on you building your own street racer and customizing your ride in order to race against friends. Think of it as a Need For Speed for Facebook.

As you can imagine, it targets more casual gamers and Facebook users, like those who are already into other apps like FarmVille. It also heavily promotes the Mazda2, as well as the racing endeavors of the Japanese team.

More importantly however, besides the fun aspect of the game, is that the company is also holding sweepstakes, with prizes like 64GB iPod Touch devices, as well as the grand one, a new 2011 Mazda2.

If you want to check out DriverVille, as well as read more details about the competition, check out Mazda’s official Facebook page. While you’re at it, don’t forget to ‘Like’ our own RPMGO Facebook page (see what we did there?).

Source: InsideFacebook

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2011 Mazda2 gets promoted through Facebook game DriverVille

Toyota recalls 2000-2004 Avalon models over a steering lock problem

Posted: 30 Jul 2010 12:44 AM PDT

Toyota recalls 2000-2004 Avalon models over a steering lock problem

Just as its luxury division, Lexus, issued a recall over potential steering problems for older LX 470 SUVs, Toyota has also revealed its own recall, over other steering issues.

It seems that Toyota Avalon sedans, manufactured between the 2000 and 2004 model years, have a problem with the steering lock bars. Under stress, these bars can crack, making the whole steering column difficult to operate, or even impossible, if the car is standing still.

What’s worse is that in severe right-hand turns, with enough speed, the lock bars can engage, effectively leaving your steering wheel unmovable and stuck in a turning position.

No incidents were reported as of yet, but Toyota is taking no chances and will inform owners of the recall. A new steering column bracket will be installed for free in authorized dealerships. If you want more details, you can call Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Source: Toyota

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Toyota recalls 2000-2004 Avalon models over a steering lock problem

Lexus recalls 2003-2007 LX 470 SUVs over steering column problem

Posted: 30 Jul 2010 12:32 AM PDT

Lexus recalls 2003-2007 LX 470 SUVs over steering column problem

Just as people were seemingly forgetting about the problems of the 2010 Lexus GX460 and its drift-happy attitude, the Japanese luxury carmaker has revealed a brand new recall, regarding one of its older SUVs.

This new recall affects Lexus LX 470 models, manufactured between 2003 and 2007. 39,000 vehicles are affected by a problem with the steering column, specifically the snap ring, which can disengage when a severe shock is applied to the wheels (hitting a pot hole, for example).

As you can imagine, having the snap ring disengage effectively leaves you with no control over the steering of the car.

Fortunately, no incidents were reported because of this problem. A new snap ring will be fitted in authorized Toyota and Lexus dealerships, as well as a new component. Customers will be notified in the middle of August. Until then, you can contact Lexus for more details at 1-800-255-3987.

Source: Lexus

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Lexus recalls 2003-2007 LX 470 SUVs over steering column problem

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