HEICO SPORTIV: Green Racing is back

In 2012, HEICO SPORTIV is for the first time starting at the 24 Hour Race and other selected VLN races with a D5 engine powered by bio-diesel! The engine originates from Volvo in Sweden and was further developed by HEICO SPORTIV for use in long distance racing. HEICO’s latest sponsor is chemical group Evonik Industries. In its racing configuration, the engine generates around 300 hp and 600 Nm torque. The Volvo C30 D5 by HEICO SPORTIV will be celebrating its debut at the 40th ADAC 24 Hour Race (17 – 20 May) at the Nürburgring’s Nordschleife.

 

http://www.heicosportiv.de

Ferdinand Alexander Porsche is dead

Ferdinand Alexander ‘Butzi’ Porsche is dead. Son of Ferry, and grandson of Ferdinand Porsche, ‘FA’ designed both the 911 and 904 before founding Porsche Design. He was 76.

Source : http://www.classicdriver.com

Nouveauté Porsche: handisportauto

Porsche propose aux personnes à mobilité réduite de pouvoir s'intégrer à deux de ses stages en pilotant un modèle adapté.

Cette Porsche 996 est notamment équipée d'un frein au niveau du tableau de bord, d'un accélérateur au volant (et au pied gauche), ce qui permet au conducteur de s'offrir toutes les bonnes sensations de pilotage sur circuit.

Stage Precision : vendredi 27 juillet Circuit Maison Blanche - Le Mans

Stage Coaching : dimanche 29 juillet Circuit Maison Blanche - Le Mans

http://www.porschedriving.fr

Gumpert : new apollo r

When conversation turns to a pair of super-athletic brothers, you might suspect we are talking about the Klitschko or Schumacher boys. Far from it. At this year's Geneva Auto Show, the sports car manufacturer GUMPERT is putting its interpretation of a pair of super-athletic brothers in the limelight with a world premiere. Powerful and in top form. Those are the attributes of the big brother, the new apollo r, a purebred race car. A fighting weight of 1,100 kg and power up to 860 HP! Small but by no means the pet of the family - that is the new apollo enraged. The special edition equipped with a 780 HP engine is the little brother of the apollo r. Only three vehicles of this model will leave their nursery in Altenburg, Thuringia. With over 1,600 HP of power between them, the two projectiles were met with great enthusiasm and consistently positive feedback. To all those who not only came to Lake Geneva for sailing: thank you for your visit!

http://www.gumpert.de

Honda All-New Freed Series

Honda Begins Sales of All-New Freed Series including Freed Hybrid and Freed Spike Hybrid
Japan’s first 5-number class minivan and tall wagon hybrids

TOKYO, Japan, October 27, 2011 - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced it would begin sales of the all-new Freed Hybrid minivan and Freed Spike Hybrid tall wagon at dealerships across Japan on October 28, 2011. Like all models in the acclaimed Freed series, these new hybrids offer a spacious, comfortable interior and a large cargo area in a compact body. Both models will combine a smooth ride with outstanding fuel economy and affordable price, as with any Honda hybrid vehicle. The refreshed Freed and Freed Spike gasoline-engine models will also become available on October 28. Furthermore, Honda will launch a new range of Freed special-needs vehicles on November 25, including a wheelchair-accessible model with a newly developed electric winch, a side lift-up seat model, and a passenger lift-up seat model.

http://world.honda.com

BMW ActiveHybrid 5

BMW ActiveHybrid 5 due early 2012


Exterior design.
"A BMW has to show what you can experience with it. You have to be able to see and feel the character. The design makes a promise that is met during driving", says Adrian van Hooydonk, Head of BMW Group Design



Interior design.
A modern, self-confident interior of the BMW ActiveHybrid 5 welcomes its driver. Tight lines and taut surfaces structure the interior and impart a generous feeling of space.



Intelligent energy management.
The BMW ActiveHybrid 5 utilises next-generation hybrid technology. Interaction between the ECO PRO Mode and numerous additional measures from BMW EfficientDynamics ensures maximum efficiency – without compromising on the vehicle’s dynamic driving qualities.



Engine
Cylinders/valves: 6/4
Capacity in ccm: 2,979
Stroke/bore in mm: 89.6/84.0
System output in kW (hp) at 1/min: 250(340)/5,800
Max. torque in Nm at 1/min: 450/1,200-5,000
Compression ratio : 1/10.2

The most powerful BMW M3 in the world

The most powerful BMW M3 in the world: G-POWER M3 TORNADO RS with 720hp Supercharged V8

After the 635hp-strong G-POWER M3 GTS caused a stir with the trade press and automobile enthusiasts, G-POWER unleashes another technical tour de force with its most recent creation – the G-POWER M3 TORNADO RS with SK III „Sporty Drive“ Supercharger System.

As demonstrated in G-POWER’s Supercharger Systems for the legendary BMW V10, the full potential of high-revving BMW engines and G-POWER superchargers can only be achieved through significant modification of the base engine. Fortunately, the V8 in the current BMW M3 (E9x) is essentially a „shortened“ version of the BMW V10 engine that G-POWER modified to create its world-record setting, 800hp G-POWER M5 HURRICANE RR. Thus G-POWER is able to leverage the proven forged pistons from that engine and developed through G-POWER’s technology partner MAHLE. These pistons are produced exclusively for G-POWER using a strengthening technology developed by MAHLE‘s Formula 1 division. The connecting rods also received a birth-by-fire in the engine bays of the countless G-POWER SK III Supercharger Systems delivered worldwide in BMW M5s and M6s.

However, the SK III „Sporty Drive“ Supercharger System for the M3 differs from the M5/M6 Supercharger System with an additional highlight in the engine bay. The follow-on system to that featured in the BMW M3 GTS includes a modified crankshaft. This new crankshaft increases the displacement of SK III-equipped M3s by 15%, from 4.0L to 4.6L.

The resulting modified V8 then meets the latest evolution of the world’s best-known components of G-POWER M3 „Sporty Drive“ Supercharger Systems. At its heart is the flagship of the ASA Centrifugal Supercharger product line – the powerful ASA T1-723. A maximum pressure of 0.5 bar can now be achieved and feeds air to the BMW V8’s individual throttle butterflies through the use of the optional carbon fiber airbox. Weighing in at just 4 kg, the G-POWER Carbon Fiber Airbox is nearly 8 kg lighter than the standard cast-aluminum variant. A tailor-made cooling system for the SK III Supercharger System increases the capacity of the oil and water cooling circuits of the V8 engine to keep temperatures in check.

A titanium exhaust system made specifically for G-POWER ensures that exhaust gases are discharged quickly and with minimum back pressure. This system features free-flowing 100 cpsi metallic catalytic converters.

When prepared with these options, the G-POWER M3 TORNADO RS produces a peak output of 720hp and 700Nm of torque. That is enough to catapult the G-POWER M3 TORNADO RS to 100 km/h in just 3.7 seconds. From a standstill to 200 km/h it takes just 9.5 seconds. Power and drag reach equilibrium at a maximum speed in excess of 330 km/h.

G-POWER continues the trend toward lightweight construction initiated by the BMW M3 GTS with its „RS“-labeled aerodynamics program. After all, weight reductions improve performance and ensure greater driving pleasure. This G-POWER "RS" aerodynamic program, made completely of carbon fiber, not only reduces the vehicle weight, but also increases the aerodynamic downforce. To be specific, it offers a carbon front spoiler for more downforce with optional brake cooling ducts for ventilation on the front axle, while a trunk lid, made entirely of carbon fiber and including a 3-piece carbon rear spoiler, increases the downforce on the rear axle.

The G-POWER "RS" aerodynamic program is manufactured from an ultra-light and extremely stable carbon fiber in a gas-tight autoclave. This production matches the OEM standards of the automotive industry and guarantees a perfect fit and a flawless surface structure.

The carbon fiber G-POWER VENTURI hood also contributes to reduced weight. The starting point for the development of the G-POWER VENTURI was the technical necessity to remove heat from the engine compartment of the uprated engines as quickly as possible. Otherwise a loss of performance can happen, since the ECU (electronic control unite) makes use of diagrams with reduced degrees of ignition when a fixed temperature limit is reached, in order to safeguard the engine.

The "DYNAMIC VENTING" Technology of the G-POWER VENTURI hood vents the engine compartment dynamically, allowing the otherwise untapped performance potential to be achieved with no additional thermal stress. Performance enhancement can not be supported more efficiently.

When it comes to suspension systems, the G-POWER M3 TORNADO RS is fitted with the G-POWER CLUBSPORT coil-over suspension and weight-optimized 20-inch G-POWER SILVERSTONE CLUBSPORT forged wheels. The tires are Michelin Super Sport tires in the dimension 255/30 ZR 20 on the front axle and 295/25 ZR 20 for the rear axle to keep the vehicle in contact with the road. Braking is done with the G-POWER-ceramic brakes on the front and rear axle, which provide low-weight and reliable high-performance braking. „Fade“ is therefore a foreign word for the 6-piston brake calipers in front which bite on 396 mm rotors and the 4-piston calipers at the rear axle which clamp on 380 mm rotors.

Naturally, all of G-POWER products showcased on the G-POWER M3 TORNADO RS are also sold separately.


G-POWER M3 TORNADO RS ...

... with 720 hp the strongest M3 in the world!



G-POWER SK III "Sporty Drive" Supercharger System with carbon airbox.

http://www.g-power.de

Kia concept car

Powerful, dynamic, and forward-looking.

These are three words that anyone of us would like our car to be associated with. Kia presented a concept car, rear-wheel drive four-door sports sedan that successfully encompasses those three words at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

Kia’s new concept car shows seamless integration of muscular proportions with stylish sleekness as well as feminine and elegant four seater cockpit.

Peter Schreyer, Kia Motors Chief Design Officer commented proudly, “No matter from which perspective you look at it, this concept car is roaring with energy and ready for take-off.”

He also said Kia is ready to move forward on all new chapter, that the car signifies a strong statement from Kia.

Kia has been reaping awards for its design in the past few years, including the red dot award and the iF award for the Optima and Sportage.

Check out pictures of the four-door sports sedan concept car and tell us if you think it’s another winner for Kia.

http://www.kiamotors.com

Aston Martin DBS Carbon Edition

Following the success of DBS Carbon Black, introduced in 2009, The 2011 DBS Carbon Edition will be available in two new carbon inspired colours including Flame Orange and Ceramic Grey together with the existing Carbon Black.

Nouvelle Porsche 911

Pour la réinventer, il fallait d’abord réfléchir à des choses simples: nos origines, notre identité, et surtout nos objectifs.

Premier constat, répondre à nos propres interrogations entraînait d’autres questions: qu’est-ce qui nous démarque, par exemple, de nos concurrents? Nos innovations et nos plus de 28 000 victoires, sans aucun doute. Mais également notre place dans l’histoire de l’automobile, notre fort engagement pour l’avenir des voitures de sport et l’environnement. Et, bien évidemment, l’icône de ces voitures: la 911. Une icône qui n’a que plus de valeur lorsque nous la faisons vivre, pour unir traditions et avenir. Sans cette symbiose, impossible de construire une Porsche. Et encore moins une 911.

Au XXIe siècle plus qu’avant, notre identité, c’est elle: la 911. Un design incomparable, des technologies testées en course, et des émotions en série depuis 1963.

Est-ce suffisant pour créer l’avenir? Cela vous suffirait-il, à vous qui la conduisez? Ou ne vaut-il pas mieux parfois se défaire des traditions avant d’en devenir prisonnier?

La nouvelle 911 répond sans hésitation « oui » à cette dernière question: elle a été modifiée à 90 %. Pratiquement toutes les pièces ont été retravaillées. Une façon bien à nous d’être à la hauteur à la fois de nos traditions, de notre passion pour les sportives, et du mythe 911.

Design complètement revu, intérieur futuriste, confortable et sportif, mais aussi empattement augmenté, nouvelle génération de moteurs plus puissants et plus économes grâce à des technologies visant l’efficience telles que la fonction Stop-Start automatique, la régulation thermostatique, la récupération d’énergie électrique pour l’électronique embarquée, l’association intelligente de l’aluminium et de l’acier pour alléger la carrosserie, un châssis digne d’une voiture de course.

Notre identité est ainsi faite, mêlant traditions et innovations, performances et quotidien, forme et fonctionnalité. Ce n’est pas une contradiction, mais une motivation pour perfectionner toujours plus le concept Intelligent Performance.

Les mots ne manqueraient pas pour décrire cette identité – 3 chiffres suffisent.

La nouvelle 911. L’identité Porsche en soi.

http://www.porsche.com