Lexus LFA Vs. Nissan GT-R In a Drag Race
Official: 2011 Volkswagen Polo GTI
- Subaru to Develop New Diesel Engine by 2011 and Hybrid by 2012
- Lexus LFA Vs. Nissan GT-R In a Drag Race
- Piaggio MP3 Hybrid In Production
- Subaru Impreza WRX STI spec C Introduced
- Toyota to Recall 3.8M Vehicles Over Accelerator Pedal Clearance
- Is it a Segway? No its a 35mph Wheelchair
- Toshiba Batteries Promise 90 Second Recharge Time
- Subaru is running its WRX STI in Nurburgring 24-hour race
- Mugen Honda Civic Type-R Hatchback Has Been Revealed
- Nissan Announced New Generation of Compact and Lightweight CVT
Lexus LFA Vs. Nissan GT-R In a Drag Race
Motor Trend managed to get two of the great cars Lexus LFA and Nissan GT-R to go toe to toe in an epic drag race. And the result?
Well, take a look for yourself!
Official: 2011 Volkswagen Polo GTI
Volkswagen has fleshed out its latest generation Polo lineup with the introduction of a new GTI variant. This latest GTI has the same output as the last hot Pol,o but now produces it on one-quarter less petrol. Each and every one of its 177 horsepower now comes from VW’s twin-charged 1.4-liter TSI inline-four with direct injection, a turbocharger and a mechanical supercharger. The combined fuel efficiency goes from 29.8 miles per gallon to 39.9 mpg on the EU test cycle.
The Polo GTI gets a similar rounded five spoke wheel design to its big brother, the Golf GTI, along with the obligatory red brake calipers and trim on the grille. Note, too, that this is the first Polo to get LED eyeliner running lamps and corner markers along with bi-xenon headlamps. In proper GTI fashion, the seats are covered in a plaid fabric just like the originals of three decades ago. In fact, with the growth of the Golf over six generations, this Polo is actually almost the same size as the original Golf.
Interestingly, the Polo GTI only comes with the quick shifting seven-speed DSG gearbox and sprints to 62 miles per hour in just 6.9 seconds, and handling will be aided by VW’s electronic differential lock, which is said to reduce oversteer.
GM Recalls 1.3 million Cars For Power Steering Problem
General Motors announced it would recall 1.3 million Chevrolet Cobalts and Pontiac G5s built between 2005 and 2010. GM will replace the motors on their electric power assisted steering (EPAS). Reportedly, overtime the motors can fail and lead to a loss of power steering.
When the EPAS fails, the result is similar to a belt breaking on a hydraulic power steering pump. The car is still drivable and controllable, but the steering effort at low speeds rises significantly, making it difficult to maneuver. At higher speeds, relatively little steering assist is needed and drivers should be able to make it safely to the side of the road if the warning lamp comes on.
BMW Announces The New 2011 BMW 3 Series Coupe and Convertible
The next-generation BMW 3 Series has been announced and is expected to hit the dealerships sometime in 2011 as a 2012 model. The most immediately noticeable change are headlamps, wider grille and new lower front fascia. The rear gets reworked reflectors.
The most significant updates comes under the hood. A much loved twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six is being replaced by a new single turbo version. The revised engine, dubbed N55, has recently been launched in the 740i and the 535i Gran Turismo. The twin scroll turbo has dual exhaust inlets that allow the engineers to better balance the pulses coming in to spin up the turbine faster. BMW is promising to reduce the turbo lag with this new setup.
BMW also claims it has reduced cold-start emissions by routing all the exhaust gases through a single, larger catalytic converter that heats up faster. On the intake side, the throttle is eliminated thanks to the addition of BMW’s Valvetronic variable valve control system. The N55 also gets direct fuel injection. the final outcome is the same 300 horsepower and 300 pound-feet of torque as before, but with better torque curve from 1,200-5,000 rpm. For more details please read a complete press release.
Subaru Impreza WRX STI R205 Announced, But Not Coming to US
Subaru has done it again. They combined all the best parts from Spec C and added all the great parts and what did they get, an all new Impreza STI R205. Some of these additions include six-pot (front) and four-pot (rear) brakes with slotted rotors, cast 18-inch aluminum wheels wrapped with Potenza RE070 (245/40R18) tires, inverted strut and coil springs, a front strut tower bar, and a lower arm stiffening brace.
Engine was not left alone as you could have imagined. A remapped ECU, new exhaust and turbo, complete this beautiful car. The outcome is a very healthy 316 horsepower and 319 pound-feet of torque.
To differentiate it from a standard STI, the exterior has been modified with an accented black front grille, front and rear diffusers and a black spoiler.
If you are the lucky one who lives in Japan, you can have this beautiful vehicle for a mere 4,510,000 yen (A little under $49k US), and even that is not a guaranty because Subaru only plans to produce 400 R205 vehicles. For a complete press release please read below.
Roehr Announces Electric Superbike
A new American motorcycle manufacturer Roehr has just announced its intentions to offer both racing and street versions of the eRoehr electric motorcycle.
Roehr’s first motorcycle, the 1250sc, offers up 180 horsepower via a modified and supercharged Harley-Davidson Revolution engine. The AC induction unit specified for the Roehr eSuperbike is said to have 96 hp and 210 pound-feet of torque. Sounds like a monster to me!
A 10 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery pack will provide the power for the bike. A second version with a similar motor will be offered that will produce 48 hp and 105 lb-ft paired with a 6kWh battery, and will be a ble to reach a top speed of 100 miles per hour.
The official price has not yet been release. For a complete press release please read below.
Source: Roehr
GM Heavy Discounts On Dying Brands
General Motors Co. is offering deep discounts on its remaining Saturn and Pontiac vehicles as it looks to move the leftover inventory of the soon-to-be-dead brands, according to the reports.
The automaker will pay dealers $7,000 for every new Saturn or Pontiac left on their lot if the vehicle is moved to dealer-operated rental or service fleets, according to The Wall Street Journal, which cited a letter mailed to dealers. This allows the dealers to sell the cars and trucks to consumers at a discount, although the vehicles would be labeled as used because the dealer would technically be the first owner. The offer expires Jan. 4, according to the report.
Official: 2011 Ford Mustang GT Will Have 5.0 V8
The official press release has confirmed the all new 2011 Mustang GT that will house an all new 5.0 liter V8 engine.
The all new 5.0 is just like the old 5.0 will be 302 cubic inches (4.9-liters or 4,951cc to be exact).
The engine will have 32-valves with twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT). It will produces a healthy 412 horsepower and 390 pound-feet of torque. No official word on 0-60 performance figures, but we can expect a mid four second numbers, and a quarter-mile in the high 12s.
The car will be available in ether all new six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic. With automatic transmission and new Ti-VCT will the new Mustang GT will be able to achieve 25 mpg on the highway and 17 mpg in the city. Manual transmission will get 1 mpg less on both highway and city. For a complete list of specs please read the official press release below.
Volvo Recalls Over 140K 2001-2005 and 2010 Vehicles
Two different recalls have been announced by the National Highway Traffic Safety Association. Both recalls are due to the fuel system problems that could effect more than 140,000 vehicles.
The first recall is for 2001-2005 S60, S80, V70, XC70, and XC90 vehicles sold and operated in warmer climates. According to NHTSA, the fuel pump can develop cracks when exposed to hot temperatures, causing a flange to leak fuel which in turn may result in a vehicle fire. Owners are instructed to bring their vehicles into the dealer for inspection. If the part is defective, Volvo will replaced it with new flange at no charge.
The second recall is for 2010 XC60 vehicles. According to NHTSA, a fuel line rail cover may be improperly attached, thus exposing the lines to damage. The damaged line may leak, which may result in vehicle fire. Owners of these models should bring their vehicles to the dealer for inspection and/or a repair at no charge.
The recalls are scheduled to begin in January 2010.
Owners may contact NHTSA at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov for more information or visit or call their local dealer. For more detailed information please read the announcement below.
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