2013 Bentley Continental GTC V8 Preview

Bentley introduces the topless version of its Continental GT V8 in the Continental GTC V8, to join its line-up of cars to be launched this year.

The Continental GTC sports the same powerful V8 engine like its hard-top sibling which has been tuned to be a lot more frugal the previous generation.

New Design

The Continental GTC is identical to its hard-top sibling, barring its light-weight convertible roof. Both the V8 models feature the ‘B’ emblem with red wings. Glossy black front grille differentiates the V8 models from the W-12 ones. The V8 GTC carries the same muscular elegance of the W-12 models with characteristic wide rear track, powerful haunches and aggressive low stance.

Performance

The Bentley Continental GTC comes with a 4.0 litre V8 engine which churns out 500hp and 487 pound-feet of torque. The car does 0-60mph run in less than 5 seconds. The performance is almost equivalent to the Continental GT W-12 model. Not only is the car powerful, the engineers have managed to bump up the efficiency of the engine by 40% as compared to the old W-12.

To achieve this level of efficiency, the engine is designed to switch-off values of 4 out of 8 cylinders when the driver is maintaining a steady cruising speed. The engine switches back to V8 mode from V4 when the throttle is pressed harder. An intelligent Engine management system (EMS) works behind the scene to manage incredibly high level of precision in control of combustion process.

Transmission

The new 8 speed automatic transmission also contributes to the efficiency gain of the V8. Greater number of ratios makes sure that the engine is always at its most efficient shifting.

The Bentley Continental GTC V8 carries on the positives of the previous generation models, but with a much more efficient engine and vehicle dynamics. This open-top beauty is not just a great looker, but beneath the skin it’s a highly efficient vehicle as well.

Specifications

General Info

Vehicle Type: Coupe	Base Price: $232,700.00
Fuel Tank Capacity: 24 gallons (90 liters)	Miles Per Gallon: 14 city / 24 hwy

Dimensions

Length: 189 in. (480.6 cm)	Wheel Base: 108 in. (274.6 cm)
Height: 55 in. (140.3 cm)	Width: 75 in. (194 cm)
Curb Weight: 5445 lbs (2470 kg)	Ground Clearance: NA in. (254 cm)
Luggage Capacity: 9.1 cu ft	Maximum Seating: 4 people

Performance

Engine: V8 Twin Turbo	Displacement: 4.0 Liter
Horsepower: 500 HP	Max RPM: 6000 RPM
Torque: 487 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm	Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic
0-60 mph: 4.7 seconds	Maximum Speed: 187 mph (301 km/h)

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2011 Hamann Porsche Cayenne Guardian Evo

The 2011 Hamann Porsche Cayenne Guardian Evo is another concept car that was based on the popular Porsche car. The Hamann designs utilizes only top of the line materials in manufacturing their designs for this particular model type.

Interior
The interior is astounding from its embroidered design of the dashboard to the all leather luxury seating; this model definitely spells out first class. In order to provide better grip with the steering wheel, the airbag design was re-adjusted for better driving dynamics.

Aside from all these amazing features, the manufacturers also included carbon components into the design which have successfully enhanced the overall feel of this concept car.

Performance
This model also gives out as much power as beauty. This Hamann Porsche goes 0 to 60 in only 4.2 seconds. This is made possible by the adjustments made to its engine to further increase its performance. Also several components have been installed such as sports catalyst, an engine air filter and silencer; all of which work together to create a powerful engine that can provide optimum performance.

Rims incorporated into this vehicle are ultra-light which help to accomplish two things. First is that it gives the exterior a more luxurious and sophisticated feel. And secondly, this 11Jx23 inch rims help a lot with the automobiles performance. This is further reinforced by the components o of the car’s under body. With all the different specifications meticulously incorporated onto this vehicle, it looks powerful and it definitely feels powerful.

Specifications

Performance

Engine: Twin Turbo V8	Displacement: 4800 cc
Horsepower: 550 HP	Max RPM: 6100 RPM
Torque: 568 lb-ft @ 2300-4600 rpm	Transmission: X-Speed Automatic
0-60 mph: 4.2 seconds	Maximum Speed: 187 mph (300 km/h)

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2011 Jaguar C-X16 Concept

Concept vehicles are usually attempts by car companies to let their loyal customers and prospective buyers know their intentions on a future release of a vehicle, and, in the case of the 2011 Jaguar C-X16 Concept, the company makes a strong and lasting impression to the rest of the automobile industry regarding the direction which the company and their products will be taking.

Style
Combining style and performance is the Jaguar C-X16 Concept. It is a hybrid car that has been billed by the company itself to be the future of Jaguar sports cars, and, judging from its appearance and capabilities, the vehicle has been said to embody the very name of the company: A vehicle that features a sleek design and has an agility and speed like that of the animal it bears the name of.

Performance
And aside from its design that has truly made it a notch above all the other sports cars in the market today, the C-X16 Concept also features under its hood an engine that ensures that the vehicle will be as agile and fast as a feral animal prancing through the jungle in pursuit of its prey: The V6 petrol engine.

Aside from these, the 2011 Jaguar C-X16 Concept is also one of the smallest and lightest vehicles that had been made by the company, and yet its aluminum chassis and high-performance engine ensures that it will be among the fastest sports cars once placed alongside other vehicles in the market.

Specifications

Dimensions

Length: 175 in. (444.5 cm)	Wheel Base: 103.2 in. (262 cm)
Height: 51 in. (129.7 cm)	Width: 80.6 in. (204.8 cm)

Performance

Engine: 3.0L Supercharged DOHC V6	Compression Ratio: 10.5: 1
Horsepower: 375 HP	Torque: 332 lb-ft
0-60 mph: 4.4 seconds	Maximum Speed: 186 mph (299 km/h)

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Aston Martin Classic Cars Past and Present Making the News, aston martin,v12 zagato,aston db4gt,vantage roadster,Porsche Specialist,Classic Car Dealers

The highly esteemed luxury sports car marque Aston Martin has always had a certain 'je nais se quoi' and über cool status, thanks to being immortalised on television and big screen films like James Bond and the company's racing heritage. The Aston racing heritage stems right back to the beginning of the 20th century when the company used to compete in hill climb races; later in the century saw many of the big names race with the Aston Martin team, which together with the film exposure has made the company into a desirable brand worldwide.

New V12 Zagato

The new Aston Martin V12 Zagato, which makes its debut at the Kuwait Concours d'Elegance in the Middle East in February 2012, has been designed to mark the 50th anniversary of the legendary iconic '1961 DB4 GT Zagato'.

The 1961 Aston Martin DB4 GT Zagato in its day raised the bar and set a benchmark for the hand crafted design of luxury sports cars around the world. The new Aston Martin V12 Zagato follows in the historical footsteps and collaboration of both Aston Martin and the designers Zagato, with the aim of designing and producing a luxury sports car with exemplifies driving excellence.

Italian design house Zagato are known for their avant-garde driven style, plus the car also uses a number of weight saving approaches which utilises space age materials and improved aerodynamics, thanks to the Zagato V12's sleek design.

V12 Vantage Roadster

The company has announced they will be attending the 2012 Geneva Motor Show in March and will be unveiling the new V12 Vantage Roadster.

This will be the first time the automotive press and car loving public will be able to see the new Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster and get up close and personal with the car. This is an all-new soft top shares the same chassis as some of the other cars in the Vantage range, but the new Vantage Roadster receives the awesome 5.9-liter V12, that produces 510bhp, so there is more than enough power to the wheels.

Aston Martin DB4GT

The beginning of February has seen a classic Aston, namely an ultra-rare DB4GT Coupé, sell for a staggering £839,000 (or $1.32 million) at the famous Bonham's auction in Paris. Bonham's are one of the world's largest auctioneer's houses in the world and selling a whole host of luxury items.

This auction was a sale dedicated to luxury cars and featured over 100 classic cars from around the world. The 1961 DB4GT Coupé was paid particular interest by many potential buyers, as the Aston Martin DB4GT Coupé is an extremely rare car (only 75 were ever built); it is essentially a dramatically lightened version of the hugely appealing regular DB4 car.

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There Is No Better Buy Than a Nissan Qashqai, Nissan Qashqai, Nissan, South Africa, Group 1

Every few years a vehicle is released that has critics sitting at the edge of their seats. This was very much the case when the Nissan Qashqai was first launched in South Africa back in 2007. It's hard to believe that it's been around for nearly 5 years already as this crossover SUV hasn't seemed to age much and still boasts fresh face appeal. Whether buying a new or used Nissan Qashqai, it's money well spent. And with demand not subsiding you can furthermore be assured that it will retain its value, more so than many of its competitors.

The new Nissan Qashqai retails from a surprisingly low R229 990 at local dealerships while the range leaves buyers spoiled for choice with 1.6L and 2.0L petrol as well as 1.5L and 2.0L diesel engine options. Its aerodynamic design is responsible for competitive fuel consumption figures and CO2 emissions, allowing you to save on your fuel costs while doing your bit for the environment. A new Qashqai buy also includes a 3 year/90 000km service plan which translates into even more savings, while a used Qashqai remains an excellent choice if you're lucky enough to find one.

Classified as a crossover the Qashqai doesn't match the proportions of an SUV, yet it is significantly bigger than a hatch with loads of space to prove it. The interior is designed to wrap around the driver without compromising movement while all occupants have more than enough head and legroom to enjoy drive comfort on longer road trips. A recent addition to the Nissan Qashqai family was the Qashqai+2 model. This 7-seater was created by slightly extending the wheelbase to accommodate a third row of seats. Should you require load space, the seats can be folded down together or separately to suit your needs. For those who also want to explore the outdoors, the 4x4 addition to the Qashqai range offers off-road capability without the expected hefty fuel tag.

Nissan took no shortcuts on the Qashqai's safety measures. As a result and in recognition of top occupant protection, it received the maximum Five Star Euro NCAP rating. Furthermore all models are packed with a full house of comfort and convenience features such as a state-of-the-art audio system, electric windows and air conditioning to name a few. And besides a choice of colours and trims, Nissan Qashqai owners also have the option to accessorise their vehicles with various add-ons ranging from leather seats and roof bars to stainless steel side bars and bonnet guards. Not that the Qashqai needs anything more of course.

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2012 Acura NSX Specs, 2012 acura nsx, acura nsx, sports car,acura nsx,sports car,acura

2012 Acura NSX specs base on acura NSX concept has been more complete. Like many of the concepts of Honda and Acura’s last, looks almost production-ready Honda remained loyal to the company’s mission of supporting the efficiency of the latest dream penggila rear wheels and large-displacement engines. New 2012 Acura NSX is one of a slew of new model issued a quick-fire by Honda as it tries to pull out of the luxury brand sales and funk styling.

Not just a concept at the Detroit Express Preview future NSX supercar, it also presents the first application of an innovative Hybrid Acura Sports the new SH-AWD (Super Handling All-Wheel Drive) system within the concept of the Acura NSX 2012. This system combines the motor drive Unit 2 electrical control system unique to the bilateral adjustable torque which allows 2012 to immediately generate the Acura NSX negative or positive torque to the front wheels when cornering.

The company then throw in the next generation of VTEC V6 3.5-liter with direct injection and a double clutch transmission with built-in electric motor in the Acura NSX 2012 specifications. 2012 new Acura NSX will measure 170,5 inches, width, 45,7 74,6 inches inches high, on a wheelbase 101,4 inches, which compares with 174,2 inches long overall the original car, 99,6-inch wheelbase, 46.1 inches high, and 74.5 percent-inch width.

New 2012 Acura NSX will also make extensive use of lightweight materials, but it is not clear whether the Acura NSX 2012 will be a new all-aluminum body, as sported by the first generation cars. Like its predecessor, the Honda Acura NSX oaths in 2012 will not rely on the strength of the brutal, but combining light with high-tech for super performance and fuel economy.

If there was disappointment here, it is that Honda has held several important details about the 2012 Acura NSX specifications, including the power of the engine and electric motors will produce. But the team is based in the U.S. develop 2012 Acura NSX for production in Ohio have three years to get right.

2012 Acura NSX concept revealed a concept version of the Detroit Auto Show. The company has promised that the new production version of the Acura NSX will follow in the next three years and will be manufactured at the company’s factory in Ohio.

2012 Acura NSX Concept Revealed - New Car Reviews


After years of speculations, Honda is finally taking the first steps in offering a successor for the very prominent NSX supercar with the 2012 Acura NSX concept version revealed at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show. The company has promised that a production version of the new Acura NSX will follow in the next three years and will be manufactured at the company’s plant in Ohio.

With the new 2012 Acura NSX concept–like many recent Honda and Acura concepts, it looks nearly production-ready–Honda is keeping true to its latest corporate mission of favoring efficiency over enthusiast dreams of rear-wheel drive and big-displacement engines. The new 2012 Acura NSX is one of a slew of new models being issued rapid-fire by Honda as it tries to pull its luxury brand out of a sales and styling funk.

Not only does the concept revealed in Detroit preview the future NSX supercar, it also presents the first application of Acura’s innovative new Sport Hybrid SH-AWD (Super Handling All Wheel Drive) system in the 2012 Acura NSX concept. This system combines a unique 2 Electric Motor Drive Unit with a bilateral torque adjustable control system that allows the 2012 Acura NSX to instantly generate negative or positive torque to the front wheels during cornering.

The company then throws in their next generation VTEC 3.5-liter V6 with direct-injection and a dual clutch transmission with built-in electric motor in the 2012 Acura NSX specs. The new 2012 Acura NSX will measure 170.5 inches long, 74.6 inches wide, 45.7 inches tall, on a 101.4-inch wheelbase; that compares with the original car’s 174.2-inch overall length, 99.6-inch wheelbase, 46.1-inch height, and 71.3-inch width.

The new 2012 Acura NSX will also make extensive use of lightweight materials, but it’s unclear if the new Acura NSX 2012 will be an all-aluminum body, like the one sported by the first-generation car. As with its predecessor, Honda vows the 2012 Acura NSX won’t rely on brute force, but combine lightweight materials with high technology for supercar performance and respectable fuel economy.

If there’s a disappointment here, it’s that Honda has held back several key details about the 2012 Acura NSX specs, including the power its engines and electric motors will generate. But the U.S.-based team developing the 2012 Acura NSX for production in Ohio has three years to get it right.

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2013 Rimac Concept One

A maximum output of over 1000 horsepower, an acceleration of 3 seconds or less, and a top speed of almost 200 miles an hour, have all been attained by an electric powered car. Yes, seriously. Breaking the mold of supercars and shattering the stereotype of an electric car as a boring and unreliable enterprise, the 2013 Rimac Concept One breaks out of the closet as perhaps the first true supercar that is purely powered by electricity.

Exterior & Interior

The super dynamic body, created by designer Adriano Mudri, is both super elegant and super aerodynamic. Even better is that this body is sculpted out of carbon fiber, creating an audaciously lightweight car that has legitimate supercar dynamics. The interior is designed by people that are formerly associated with the famed designer Pininfarina, and is adorned with high quality materials such as leather-wrapped seats and an infotainment system.

Performance

A unique powertrain is integrated for the Concept One. Featuring 4 different subsystems, with each having its own engine, inverter, and reduction gearbox, they have a cumulative maximum power output of 1088 horsepower. This gives this car some stunning performance numbers: a zero to 100 kilometers per hour dash of 2.8 seconds and a top speed of more than 300 kilometers per hour just to name a few. In addition, with batteries that carry a maximum charge of 92kWh, it is enough to carry this car to a distance of up to 600 kilometers before needing a recharge.

The Rimac Concept One is one unique car. Only 88 of these cars are going to be produced, and each car has the lofty reputation of being perhaps the first ever electric powered hypercar.

Specifications

Performance

Engine: Electric	Battery Capacity: 92 kWh
Horsepower: 1088 HP	Battery Range: 372.9 miles (600 kms)
0-60 mph: 2.8 seconds	Maximum Speed: 189.5 mph (305 kmh)

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Finding Very Cheap Car Insurance

In today's economy, everyone is looking for techniques to cut their monthly expenses. Most people doing this budget-slashing don't consider altering their existing car insurance as a way to save money. Many consider even very cheap car insurance to be just a little too expensive. However, car insurance is a necessary evil, but there are options out there for you to find very cheap car insurance regardless of your current financial situation.

What You Need to Know About Very Cheap Car Insurance

Finding insurance is difficult enough on its own. Wading through the sea of different companies that are constantly throwing quotes at you can be overwhelming. However, if you stop making the process harder than it has to be and you just focus on the basics, you can easily find the cheapest option.

Keep your eye out for any discounts that may be out there. Some may be readily available to you simply for purchasing a policy. Others may be company specific, and you might have to ask about any discounts before you sign on the dotted line. There is no sense in overpaying for anything when you can get it at a cheaper price, especially your auto insurance. All you have to do is ask.

Maintaining a clean driving record is the single best thing you can do to find very cheap auto insurance. The more accidents or tickets you have, the harder it will be for you to find affordable insurance. Insurance companies want to insure people who pose the lowest possible risk. This translates to always driving safely, which is the key to finding very cheap car insurance.

Having good credit is also works in your favor. It's important to prove that you drive well, but you also need to prove that you pay your bills on time. Your credit score may seem like it's unrelated to your car insurance, but it's actually a good indicator of how much risk you will pose for the insurer. If you have bad credit, it will be extremely difficult for you to find very cheap auto insurance.

There May Be Other Options Available

Another thing to consider is how often you will be paying for your car insurance. You may score a significant discount if you choose to pay yearly instead of monthly. Selecting this option could allow you to avoid surcharges or other administrative fees that come with paying monthly. Examining things like administrative fees may seem like small potatoes, but taking a closer look could end up saving you big bucks in the long run.

Because auto insurance is a requirement for driving in any state, so you may be able to find discounted programs within your state to help you if you are considered a low-income family. If you are usually a safe driver and you know how to shop around, it is entirely possible to find great deals on very cheap car insurance online. You just have to do the legwork.

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