First full-LED headlamp for the Audi R8

Effective immediately, the range of equipment available for the Audi R8 sports car now also includes the first full-LED headlamp. In addition to the daytime running light which now features 24 LEDs per headlamp, light-emitting diodes are also used for the turn signals, the low-beam and the high-beam headlights. The €3,590 option rounds out the list of equipment available for the high-tech, mid-engine sports car.

Antonov Dual-Speed Ancillaries

Previously, Antonov advocating the use of a dual-speed supercharger which allowed boost to be delivered effectively over a wider range of engine speeds. Now Antonov with a new range of gizmos that take advantage of mechanical-based gear shifting.

The idea is allowing belt-driven devices like alternators, water pumps, air-conditioning systems and other engine ancillaries to be driven by two-speed systems. A two-speed planetary gearbox with one step-up ratio and one direct ratio is mounted at the engine crank. At low engine speeds, the step-up ratio is used, and at high engine speeds, it is not necessary to drive ancillary devices faster than is needed so the direct ratio is used to improve efficiency.

This gearbox can be used with existing components. The cost of this gearbox is kept low because this planetary gear system is mechanical and does not use external electronic controls or hydraulic systems.

Mugen Honda Freed

Mugen an official tuning arm of the Honda has presented a sport package for the Freed that was officially introduced on May 29 (see details here). Mugen’s offerings for the minivan version of the Fit / Jazz hatch include a full bodykit, silver or dark 16-inch alloy wheels and a sport silencer along with a more powerful brake system.

D&H Falen

Scotland also have the knowledge to create a supercar because they came up with these pictures of a fantastic sports car. It is the D&H Falen, that name is derived from the creators Dowdeswell and Hardie Falen. With a special name like that you can expect a nice output. This car is running on a 800 bhp engine.
There are only 4 models will be produced. As like every other real supercar the entire body is made of carbon fibre, for resistance and low weight. With an aimed weight of 1,000 kg and only 4.2 m long, the 800 bhp vehicle will present one of the best power-to-weight ratios of the market.

Pagani Zonda Cinque

The new Pagani Zonda Cinque been made by the company and there is only 5 pieces of this car wil ever be made. All these models are probably sold out.

The Zonda Cinque is based on the Zonda R, the fully carbon fibre circuit Pagani. The Pagani Zonda Cinque can consider as a street legal version of the Zonda R. Needless to say this can only have stunning results. The engine is a fat V12 from AMG creating 750 bhp and 713 Nm of torque.

The looks are once again stunning. The colour for example, grey and black with dark red tints. The rimms with a red line on it. The giant air-airintakes on the roof and on the side of the car.

USD GT-S Passionata Concept

A Turkish designer who named Ugur Sahin Design created the Corvette Z03 Concept, has releases the first official images of the new USD GT-S Passionata Concept.

The Ferrari 599 Fiorano is the base for the USD GT-S Passionata Concept which use aluminium space frame chassis and mechanicals. The production of the USD GT-S Passionata could be arranged depending on the demand from customers.

Edo Competition Maserati MC12

Recently, Edo Competition a giant in Germany automotive industry has released its latest tuning package for the Maserati MC12.

The chassis for the Maserati MC12 is based on the Ferrari Enzo and the power output has been increase to 700 hp. The Edo Competition Maserati MC12 able to go from 0 to 100km/h in 3.5 seconds while the top is 370km/h.

Below are the specifications of the Edo Competition Maserati MC12 from the press release.

Engine

* Engine V12
* Power est. 700 hp (514 kW) at 8200 rpm
* Max. torque est. 715 Nm (527 ft-lb) at 5800 rpm

Performance

* Top speed > 370 km/h (230 mph)
* 0 – 100 km/h (0 – 62 mph) est. 3.5s
* 0 – 200 km/h (0 – 124 mph) est. 9.5s
* 0 – 300 km/h (0 – 186 mph) est. 22.0s

Features

* Power increase of 70 horsepower thanks to new exhaust headers like on the Ferrari FXX, highflow catalytic converter, performance muffler, modified intake system, new carbon fiber airbox like on the Maserati MC12 Corsa, high-flow air filters and ECU recalibration
* Stainless steel muffler with adjustable remote-controlled butterfly-valve, new exhaust tips
* Exhaust sound level adjustable at the push of a button
* High-performance ceramic composite brake system with 396 mm (15.6 in.) front rotors and 360 mm (14.2in.) rear rotors, special brake pads front and rear
* Wheels can be custom-painted on request
* Tire pressure monitoring system displaying air pressure and tire temperature for each wheel
* Makrolon headlight covers
* Appearance modifications, for example different exterior color
* Sport suspension for the road with adjustable compression and rebound damping like on the FIA GT MC12. Nose lift functionality is retained.
* Air intakes in carbon fiber
* Weight reduction of 100 kg (220 lb)
* Special lightweight wheels with Michelin tires: front: 10 x 19 with 265/35 ZR 19 and rear: 13 x 20 with 335/30 ZR 20
* New high-performance clutch. Extremely lightweight. Two different friction compounds selectable (strada/pista)
* New rear wing, adjustable
* New transmission control unit. Same shift times as on the Maserati MC12 Corsa

New BMW 6 Series Coupe design

Graphics artist Guillaume Mouton had create severla 3D images that attempted to be the next generation of the BMW 6 Series Coupe and in particular, the top-notch M6 model. Mouton seems to have blended the shape of the long gone 8-Series Coupe with elements from the current 6-Series and the 4door CS Concept.

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Subaru/Toyota RWD coupe

Recently, Inside Line report that a new RWD coupe being developed by Subaru and Toyota. Toyota will only be sold in Japan market while Subaru will be sold outside of Japan. The report goes on to say that the coupe will be based off the Subaru Impreza (despite Toyota/Subaru's own press release saying that it's an "all-new" platform) and that power will be provided by a naturally aspirated, 2.0-liter boxer engine producing 220 hp at 6,500 rpm.

Integra Type R is the performance benchmark for the Toyota and Subaru new coupe, with a 103-inch wheelbase, a 2+2 seating layout and a curb weight of 2,866 pounds. As reported before, the coupe will debut in 2011 and pricing is expected to begin just south of $20,000.

Rolls-Royce RR4

Recently, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has revealed the first design sketches of its next new model, the RR4 which will be launched in 2010 and will sit alongside the Phantom model line-up. An new engine will be powered for this RR4 sedan and also smaller than the Rolls-Royce Phantom.

The design of the RR4 was signed off in 2007 and engineering development is now fully underway and the Goodwood manufacturing facilities are being completely reconfigured to accommodate the RR4, with extended paint, wood and leather shops as well as a second assembly line.

More details of the RR4 will be announced during the course of 2009.

Edo Competition Ferrari Enzo

Edo Competition, car tuner from Germany, has released its tuning package for the Ferrari Enzo. This package able to produce 700hp and 715Nm of torque for the Ferrari Enzo. The package included a reprogrammed ECU, new exhaust header, a high-flow catalytic converter, performance muffler, modified intakes with a ram-air system and high-flow air filters.By using this power the Enzo shoots from standstill to 62 mph (100 kmh) in only 3.5 seconds. After 9.5 seconds you are doing 125 mph (200 kmh), passing the 188 mph (300 kmh) barrier is a fact in only 22 seconds. Topspeed is claimed to be a stunning 231 mph (370 kmh).