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Saturday, October 12, 2013
Alfa Romeo 4C Mid Engine Sports Coupe This is it The Production Model
It’s been a painful two years of waiting since the 2011 Geneva study but finally, Alfa Romeo has revealed the first images of the 4C sports coupe that will make its world debut in the upcoming Geneva Auto Show on March 5.
The transition from concept to production hasn’t robbed the 4C of its delicious styling, which is all but identical sans some details like the headlamps, tail lights and door mirrors, nor its specifications or dimensions that measure “less than 4 meters” long, 1.18 m high and 2.0 m wide and a wheelbase of “less than 2.4 meters”.
2014 Alfa Romeo 4C
2014 Alfa Romeo 4C
2014 Alfa Romeo 4C
2014 Alfa Romeo 4C
In an era when most auto manufacturers boast about carbon fiber parts in their new sports cars, Alfa Romeo has equipped the 4C with an all-carbon fiber monocoque, with just the front and rear frames being made of aluminum.
Alfa Romeo is still keeping its cards very close to its chest as far as weight or performance numbers are concerned, divulging only that the 4C has a weight-to-power ratio of less than 4 kg/HP.
The 4C uses an evolution of the 1,750cc (1.75-liters) turbocharged four-cylinder engine from the Giulietta Quadrifoglio Verde. It features a new aluminum block and specifically-designed intake and exhaust manifolds, as well as direct injection and dual continuous valve timing.
Like in the concept, the production 4C has a mid-engined configuration, with power transferred to the rear wheels via the TCT twin dry clutch transmission. It features an auto as well as a sequential mode, with paddle shifters behind the steering wheel.
Having debuted on the MiTo, the DNA selector that changes the throttle, steering and gearbox settings is not exactly a novelty. Its fourth mode that is added to the Dynamic, Natural and All Weather that are standard on other models, though, is: developed specifically for the 4C and aptly named Race it is, according to the company, designed to enhance the handling characteristics on track driving.
The 4C, which will go on sale later this year and mark Alfa Romeo’s return to the U.S. market, will be manufactured (in very limited numbers, if our insider report is correct) at Maserati’s plant.
Articles Source : carscoop
Monday, July 22, 2013
2011 Kia Optima Hybrid New Model
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| 2011 Kia Optima Hybrid |
Kia unveiled the 2011 Optima Hybrid at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show. The hybrid version of the Optima features unique exterior aerodynamic refinements—the rear fascia exhaust is hidden—a lower ride height, an active air flap system, lower drag wheels, underbody aero tuning to reduce drag, and low rolling resistance tires. The Optima Hybrids drag coefficient is an exceptionally low at 0.26, although not quite as slippery as the Sonata. (Hyundai did not mention this feature at its press event for the Sonata Hybrid.) Based on a sharp design, appealing amenities, convincing hybrid powertrain, and a competitive price, hybrid shoppers looking for a fuel-efficient mid-size sedan should put the "Kia Optima Hybrid" in the running with the Hyundai Sonata, Ford Fusion Hybrid, Toyota Camry Hybrid, and the upcoming redesigned Nissan Altima Hybrid.
The 2011 Kia Optima Hybrid is an all-new model. Kia has entered the green game for the first time with the all-new Optima Hybrid. The 2011 Optima Hybrid is expected to go on sale in the fall of 2010.
KIAs first-ever hybrid, the 2011 Optima Hybrid delivers class-leading mileage and luxury amenities. The new hybrid Optima presents the latest gas-electric technology, right down to its Virtual Engine Sound System, which plays a pre-recorded engine sound in electric mode to make sure pedestrians and drivers hear it coming.
The 2011 Optima Hybrid also delivers the latest safety technology, including six airbags, electronic stability control, a traction control system; a brake assist system and hill start assist. Kia is hoping that its Optima Hybrid will build on the success of the gas-powered Optima, which saw its year-over-year sales more than double in April.
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Toyota Recalls 8 000 Model Year 2010 Tacoma 4WD Pickups
Exercise caution for the next 30 days...Toyota says affected owners will be notified by mail....in mid-March.
The full release, from Toyota.
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