25 April 2008, 11:13 PM
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BMW e92 330d 2007
Brakes & Tires
Brakes F/R:
ABS, vented disc/vented disc
Driveline:
Rear Wheel Drive
Tires F-R:
255/40 R18
Engine
Displacement in (cc):
2993
Power bhp at RPM:
231 (4000)
Torque Nm at RPM:
500 (1750 / 3000)
Type:
I6
Exterior Dimensions & Weight
Length × Width × Height in:
179.0 × 70.8 × 55.2
Weight lb (kg):
1600
Performance
Acc
24 April 2008, 02:38 PM
Fast work at the factory.
Theissen: “Support from within the company really helps us.”
The assembly lines came to a standstill and the workforce gathered in anticipation in front of the production halls. Outside, Nick Heidfeld roared his way around BMW’s Munich plant in his Formula One car. The BMW Sauber F1 Team
24 April 2008, 02:31 PM
The Audi A3 and A3 Sportback, the premium compact models from Audi, are raising their sporty profile with a raft of improvements and an accentuated design. Innovative technologies such as the S tronic dual-clutch transmission with seven speeds and Audi magnetic ride, the suspension control system, makes for even greate
24 April 2008, 02:25 PM
Girls from secondary schools in the region get a insight into industrial careers on Girls’ Day at the Audi Training Department in Neckarsulm. Real-world examples show technical and technology-related career opportunities.
By participating in the eighth nationwide Girls’ Day, Audi hopes to spark young women’s interes
23 April 2008, 11:06 AM
Robert Downey Jr. umrundet von Stars auf dem Roten Teppich: Diese Situation ist nicht ungewöhnlich. Wenn der „Iron Man“-Darsteller mit seinem aktuellen Filmpartner Audi R8 auftritt, dann wird die Performance allerdings spektakulär.
Davon konnte sich eine Vielzahl prominenter Gäste bei der „Iron Man“-Deutschlandpremi
23 April 2008, 10:51 AM
Honda is announcing the arrival of the Honda Racer™, a much-anticipated 1/64th scale Hot Wheels® car designed by Honda R&D Americas, Inc., in Torrance. The Honda model, along with designs from five additional automakers, were selected as part of the Hot WheelsDesigner's Challenge™ as a way to celebrate the die-cast brand's 40th anniversary. The Honda Racer arrives on store shelves in May 2008.
"The Honda Racer combines the excitement of Ho
22 April 2008, 01:30 PM
Aston Martin triumphed in both GT1 and GT4 categories in front of a 25,000-strong crowd in the first race of the FIA GT Championship at Silverstone over the weekend.
In poor weather with heavy fog and rain, the famous tourist trophy was won by Karl Wendlinger and Ryan Sharp in the number 33 Jetalliance Aston Martin DBR9. Allan Simonsen and Philipp Peter finished 3rd in the Gigawave DBR9 after holding off intense competition in a thrilling climax to the race.The second Jetalliance car driven b
16 April 2008, 11:32 AM
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Bentley Continental GT Speed 2008
Brakes & Tires
Brakes F/R:
ABS, vented disc/vented disc
Driveline:
All Wheel Drive
Tires F-R:
275/35 R20
Engine
Displacement cu in (cc):
366 (5998)
Power bhp (kW) at RPM:
600(449) / 6000
Redline at RPM:
n.a.
Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM:
553(750) / 1600
Type:
Twin-Turbo W12
Exterior Dimensions & Weight
Length × Width × Height in:
1
14 April 2008, 04:12 PM
More aggressive, more attractive: With its latest facelift, BMW has made its successful 6-series coupé a little more dynamic.
Everyone who thinks this measure does not go far enough will welcome the newly restyled aerodynamic components from AC Schnitzer. Like its predecessor, the new front skirt of the ACS6 mirrors the famous kidney design of the grille, but its proportions have been clearly sharpened by Head Designer Michele Viandante.
In conjunction with the new- style triangular fog
14 April 2008, 02:16 PM
ELECTRO-SOLAR HYBRID
With 3.6 sqm of photovoltaic cells giving an exceptional yield of 21%, and covered by a film composed of nano-prisms enabling denser concentration of solar energy, Astrolab is the first high-performance solar vehicle to be commercialized in the world.
Capable of working with very little energy (16 kWc engine) and of recharging even when in motion, this vehicle of another era does not need to be permanently exposed to the sun in order to move. Its last-generation NiMH V
14 April 2008, 01:52 PM
THE AMBASSADRESS OF THE ELECTRIC VEHICLE
At the “Mondial de l'Automobile” (Paris Motor Show) of 2004, Venturi launched a surprising concept for its 20th anniversary : Fetish, the world’s 1st electric sports car. This highly innovative move from Venturi caused a major cultural change. Since then, the Venturi Fetish has gone all around the world, changing the image of the electric car and influencing the entire automotive industry, from small craftsmen to large manufacturers.
A real laborato
10 April 2008, 04:13 PM
With more than 15 million cars built, the Passat and Passat Variant rank among the really big successes in automotive history. Now Volkswagen is extending the model range of this car line by adding a third dimension: the Passat CC. Its fully independent body design, an interior that has sporty individual bucket seats in the rear too, impressive powertrain systems and technological highlights worthy of the luxury class, meld together to create a unique vehicle in the Passat’s market segment. The