Two cars and the tower

Two cars and the tower

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Zolder Tuning Day 2009

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Smart is a Small Issue, Humorous in Style And Proportions

When I say I buy a Smart car, and I usually get one of three reactions. Most people still do not know what it is - It does not look like a pint of two of the seats in Daimler. There are a lot of people know about them laugh. Smart is a small issue, humorous in style and proportions: 8.8 meters. (This is about 40 inches shorter than the Mini Cooper, who hog the road.) Then there are very few who get this kind of silly smiles on their faces. Not very jealous, but you see where you get in high school who Ngawi that you really will jump from the tower 40 feet in the lake, and wait to see what you want to be successful.

But what can I say? I see on the way to Germany with my children in 2002 and dazzled. After reading on the issue of security - a steel cage to make the car more than biggest car audio, I refused - I decided that when there is a chance, I would buy one if I can buy it.

This is not a small matter for me. I have never bought a new car. But this is me one. melengking voice, of course, but it is not. I was tired to run around the city alone in a car with room for three passengers, or - in a minibus on the first day - 6. It feels like I'm burning gas to move a lot of minerals that are used all over for nothing, as most of the time my car only, or just the two of us. The provision of fuel is good enough for me to voice, too: According to the website design company to get 40 miles per gallon city/45 the road and in accordance with the standards and the Environmental Protection Agency, 2007, and the road 33 miles per gallon according to the criteria EPA city/41 2008. And also miss the days when I go to the park ...

Therefore, when the reservation was opened last March, and I dive down 100 dollars to buy the franchise and one of the first Smarts in the country. Confirmation e-mail me saying that the car will make for the first time in early 2008.


Buy A new Car ,

Buy lease Reprinted the permission of the original author, Steve Haas Several years ago, it seems that the program of cheap rental available from all companies. These days, the financial arm of fishing (such as those of the Advisory Committee for General Motors, now owned by Cerberus) and the credits come to a standstill by the financial crisis had reduced the availability of new programs to hire a big car, but do not go perfectly. For example, my local paper and ads for the Mazda3 2009 5 doors (with automatic) to pay the rent of 219 dollars per month for three years. It seemed like a very reasonable fee for a new car, and the universally recognized as Mazda in the first place.


Black And Red Smart car

I think a lot of mystery about the rental car and a little education can go away. Print ads in many cases to be small and full of unfamiliar terms. To be disclosed Furthermore, in financial terms, clay credit car than conventional cars does not ask for details of the rent even as they usually do not. To determine what has been agreed rental is good for you or not, let us review a few basic.

Design a New Car-LEGENDARY 1957 FERRARI TESTA ROSSA

Icons, pontoon-fender 1957 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa (TR) sold for € 9,020,000 to establish a new world auction record for the most expensive car ever sold at auction.

Car, one of only 22 similar models built at Maranello, boasts an important race in the history of North and South America. This debut in Buenos Aires 1000 Km in 1958 where he came 4th overall before it was sold to U.S. clients who run extensively in SCCA championship.

[Source: Ferrari]

Design a New Car- Four-of-a-kind For Ferrari At Le Mans

Remarkable result for the F430 GT in the 24 Hours of Le Mans: four Berlinette from Maranello in the first four places in the GT2 class at the end of the oldest and most prestigious endurance race in the world. This is the second success in a row for Giuseppe Risi team at Le Mans with the "encore" in the year 2009 after the victory in the 12 Hours of Sebring.

[Source: Ferrari]

Design a New Car-Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M

Ferrari has chosen to reveal the new 16M Scuderia Spider in the World Final at Mugello in a victory celebration recently at the Formula 1 Constructor's World Championship in 2008. This new high performance sports car the best features of the latest mid-engined Ferrari 8-cylinder behind the technology. In fact, Scuderia Spider 16M more quickly around the Fiorano circuit other than the Prancing Horse an open-top cars have not built the road. This is truly a special series models generate, which is only 499 examples will be uniquely produced, directed to the most enthusiastic clients, good drivers who demand exclusive and driving pleasure extraordinary. Continue reading for more information.

[Source: Ferrari]

Design a New Car-Ferrari Magic India Discovery

Ferrari regularly visits various countries to really long road trip. Currently, the Ferrari in India in what is called Magic Discovery Tour. Ferrari start the tour on February 25 from the Gateway of India in Mumbai and will return to the starting point after closing a more than 11,000 route miles on May 8. There are some beautiful wallpapers that you can add to your collection.

[Source: Ferrari]

Design a New Car-Ferrari FXX

Official Press Release

FXX program was extended for two more years thanks to a new evolution kit developed with the assistance of Client Test-Drivers

Maranello October 28, 2007 - The innovative FXX program, based on the eponymous prototype car and launched by Ferrari in June 2005, was extended to 2008/2009. The FXX, which is the most advanced GT ever created at Maranello, has been updated with an evolution package aimed at improving the quality and further handling and performance. This package was developed as a result of Ferrari's collaboration with the Client Test Drivers and with the invaluable support of Michael Schumacher. The FXXs equipped with this package will also sport a new livery in addition to new rear wing profiles.

The FXX is not homologated for road use and there are no plans to compete with the best. In fact, the FXX prototype is designed exclusively for track driving as part of specific R & D program agreed with a selected group of just over 20 clients involving 14 group test sessions and 14 private that in the last two years.

Thanks to readings taken over 16,500 miles test done in 2006 and covered 18,500 kilometers in 2007, modifications made to the car have focused on refining the aerodynamics, running gear and electronics. Seven-times Formula 1 World Champion Michael Schumacher also joined the line of the client test drivers and gave the program benefits from extensive experience on several occasions.

Maranello's engineers studied the wealth of information obtained to develop a kit which will cut the FXX's Fiorano lap time to under 1'16''(previously it was 1'18''). The FXX's 6262 cc V12 engine can now punch out a massive 860 hp at 9500 rpm. Gearshifting took only 60 ms, down from 20 ms at the previous time, and the ratio of teeth have been adjusted to take advantage of the additional 1000 rpm now delivered by the engine.

Car new traction control system, developed in close collaboration with the GES Racing Division engineers, gives the driver a choice of no less than nine different settings (plus the off position) is selected using the button on the center tunnel. This means that the driver really can modify the behavior of the car on the track from end to end, just like Formula 1 drivers do to maximize performance and reduce tire wear. The FXX's traction control is also now less invasive and more flexible, adapting more efficiently to the individual driver's driving style - current conditions point to a very extreme car was being driven on the track by non-professional drivers.

FXX special 19 "Bridgestone tires now last longer too thanks to a new car setup and new front suspension geometry, while the Brembo brakes that boast large Composite Ceramic Material (CCM) discs, more efficient with the result that the brake pads last twice as long .

Thanks to the feedback the Ferrari engineers have also developed through the aerodynamics of new solutions aimed at improving the downforce on the rear axle. The FXX now sports a new rear diffuser, and rear flaps which nolder have combined to increase aerodynamic efficiency by 25% as a whole. The active front spoiler control system settings have been adjusted to account for this change as well.
New telemetry monitoring steering angle and brake pump pressure will further increase the interaction between Client test drivers and engineers company. Next year onwards, it will be possible for drivers to have two extra video cameras mounted on their car in addition the existing rear facing one. This will, of course, give the drivers rear visibility is very good without violating any way the cars aerodynamics.

FXX evolution package includes participation in a series of track events that Ferrari in organizing international circuits for 2008/2009. Six events are planned for each year (two in North America, two in Europe and two in Asia). In addition, the FXXs also will participate, according to tradition, at the prestigious end-of-season Ferrari World Finals.

As happened in 2006/2007, the cars will be supported at each event with a 15-member official team made up of engineers, electronics experts and mechanics capable of providing complete assistance to clients. Needless to say, the latter will still be able to manage their own private individual track sessions in their car, too.

[source:Ferrari]

Design a New Car-Ferrari F430 Special For Abruzzo

Stalking a very safe place as the highest production growth Ferrari V8 mid-engine Berlinetta - so far, at least - the F430 has seen 5-year life cycle, and will soon be replaced. When the car rolls end of the line later this year, will be auctioned off to support people affected by the earthquake recently in Abruzzo.

Auction will be conducted by RM Auctions this Sunday, May 17 and will last for the rights of F430, which will be painted with two-tone livery in a unique color of Aquila, the city hardest hit by the quake. Ferrari chairman Luca di Montezemolo also will include a signed certificate and a personalized dedication plate to the winning bidder.

[Source: Ferrari]

Design a New Car - Ferrari 430 Scuderia

Young blue is amazing.

Design a New Car - Ferrari 458 Italia New

Italian Ferrari 458, two-seater mid-engined Berlinetta rear, is the newest addition to the Prancing Horse history. Ferrari 458 Italy is expected to be unveiled at the upcoming 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show. The results of Ferrari engineers' efforts can be summarized in two simple statistics together perfectly summarizes the Ferrari 458 great performance from Italy: 0-100 km / h acceleration in less than 3.4 seconds and a maximum speed of more than 325 km / h.

[Source: Ferrari]

Design a New Car - Ferrari California Latest Car Pics

Recently Ferrari released a new bunch of Ferrari pics. Check them out after the jump

[Source: Ferrari]

Design a New Car - Ferrari California Spider upgrades by Edo Competition

Ferrari 599, 612 and 430 have offspring. Open for two passengers, who nicknamed Spider California, with hard drawn aluminum over the new entry-level model of a sports car offering from Maranello. After being introduced to the world at the Paris Motor Show last October, California Spider can now be admired in our way, too.

For those who want more personalized look and performance of a sports car of this extraordinary, edo competition are now offering a very special accessory.

[Source: Edo-Competition]

Design a New Car - Ferrari California Updated Pics

Today Ferrari released new pictures for its latest model, California. Check out the high res pictures of the Ferrari California in Blue color after the jump.


[Source: Ferrari]

Design a New Car - Ferrai Scuderia Spider 16M

At the 2009 Goodwood Festival of Speed Ferrari showing three models, 16M Spider Ferrari Scuderia, Ferrari California and the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano with HGTE package. One of the most important brands in this year's achievement Goodwood Festival of Speed is a record, under 1 minute, running from Scuderia Ferrari Spider 16M in the supercar. Scuderia Ferrari Spider 16M successfully completed 1.16-mile hillclimb in 59 seconds.

Scuderia Ferrari Spider 16M will be built in a limited run of 499 cars and is powered by a 4.3-liter V8 engine with 510 hp and 470 Nm of torque.

[Source: Ferrari]

Design a New Car - 2010 Ferrari 599XX

Ferrari has created a new 'laboratory technology' to select the 599 fan groups, called the 599XX.

The 599XX combines the most advanced technology resulting from road-going F1 Ferrari and research. Many of the technological solutions used for carrying the first time and has been developed specifically for this particular car.

Limited number of places and the car will be available, with private vehicles used only in song sessions, the whole world.

[Source: Ferrari]

Design a New Car - 2010 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE

At the 2009 Geneva Motor Show next week, Ferrari will hold the prime minister two world whether in relation to 599 GTB Fiorano.

Ferrari has developed a new track focused on the handling package for the car. Handling is called the Grand Turismo Evoluzione (HGTE), the new upgrade will help add some spice to the 599 as interesting towards the end of its product cycle.

[Source: Ferrari]

Design a New Car - 2009 Ferrari California Production

New photos and information about the Ferrari California, the latest marque sports car models featuring V8 mid-mounted front and pulled a folding hardtop. It is available exclusively as a convertible with a folding hard drawn up well in the two seater version with a traditional rear bench or in the 2 + version which saw equipped with a rear bench seat for one or two passengers.

In line with Ferrari tradition, this model positively brims with innovative features. In addition, and pulled hard on the original 2 + concept, the new Prancing Horse car also offers: a new direct injection V8 engine, 7-speed gearbox with steering wheel-mounted F1-style paddles coupled with a new dual clutch, new suspension system ( double wishbones in front and multilink in the rear), the new F1-Trac traction control system evolved and Brembo brakes with CCM (carbon ceramic material) discs as standard.

[Source: Ferrari]

Design a New Car - 2009 Ferrari California

Ferrari California joined the Prancing Horse's 8-cylinder family which is always defined by power and performance. New model, Ferrari California, will be available exclusively as a convertible with a folding hard top. Ferrari California will be supported by a new 4.3 Liter V8 engine and sprints 0-100 km / h in less than 4.0 seconds.

[Source: Ferrari]

Design a New Car - Dodge Trazo C1.8

Trazo C1.8 is powered by a fuel-efficient, E-100 ethanol-capable 16-valve 1.8-liter DOHC 4-cylinder engine

[Source: Dodge]

Design a New Car - Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR (2008)

2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR Viper SRT10 features a new 8.4-liter aluminum V-10 engine that produces ground-shaking 600 horsepower and tire-smoking 560 lb.-ft. torque. Tagged Chrysler Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR at $ 98,110 / - base price, just under $ 100,000 for what they have promised in their official press release.



Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR has a carbon fiber front splitter and adjusted the rear wing, adjustable coilover suspension, stronger front anti-sway bars, lightweight 2-piece Stoptech brakes and forged wheels wrapped with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup tires. The results of all this is weight loss compared with £ 40 Viper Coupe. High res images looks awesome. Read on for pics and official press release.


[Source: Dodge]