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Volvo Releases initials details for new plug-in hybrid due in 2012
Volvo is teaming up with Swedish energy utility Vattenfall to create a new plug-in hybrid. The automaker claims a new diesel/electric vehicle will emerge from the partnership and hit the market in 2012.
The two companies began working together over two years ago to explore the technology that makes plug-in vehicles a reality. In conducting research, the two companies agree that these autos are not only better for the environment, but have the potential to create many new jobs with the introduction of a supporting infrastructure.
Source:Volvo via World Car Fans
Press Release
Unique co-operation on environmental cars
Volvo Cars and Vattenfall to develop new plug-in hybrid
A Volvo that can be fuelled with electricity from a standard wall socket will be a reality in 2012. Swedish energy company Vattenfall and the Volvo Car Corporation are launching an industrial joint venture partnership to introduce plug-in hybrids on the market. The ground-breaking technology will considerably lower the environmental impact from traffic. In addition, owning a plug-in hybrid vehicle will be convenient since you can fuel up at home and fuel costs are significantly lower.
In January 2007, the Volvo Car Corporation and Vattenfall launched a joint project with the aim of testing and developing plug-in technology. Now their cooperation is being taken to the next level.
"We are investing in an industrial joint venture to series-produce plug-in hybrid cars in Sweden in 2012, cars that can be powered by both electricity and diesel. This is an important business development for us and our partnership with Vattenfall allows us to take a giant step toward offering our customers cars with an even smaller environmental footprint," says Stephen Odell, President and CEO of the Volvo Car Corporation.
Vattenfall and the Volvo Car Corporation believe that series production of plug-in hybrid cars and the development of infrastructure can generate new jobs and help Sweden maintain its position at the cutting edge of advanced pro-environmental technology.
The car can be charged at home
One of the major benefits of plug-in hybrids is that they can be charged from a regular household wall socket.
"We want to reinforce electricity's importance in society and its key role in solving climate issues. Through this cooperation we hope to be able to speed up the introduction of electric cars. Together we are developing the next-generation technology based on plug-in cars and various charging alternatives," says Lars G Josefsson, President and CEO of Vattenfall.
The development of the cars is being carried out and financed jointly by the two companies. The Volvo Car Corporation will manufacture the cars and Vattenfall will develop charging systems and supply the cars with electricity.
Innovative environmental technology
Electricity is very well-suited as a power source for cars. An electric motor has a high efficiency rating and consumes roughly one-fifth the energy needed to power an engine that runs on fossil fuels. The purchase price of the plug-in hybrids will be higher than that of cars with conventional technology. Batteries are still expensive but with the car running on electricity, its fuel costs will be cut to roughly one-third compared with diesel power.
Vattenfall will offer customers the opportunity to sign an agreement for renewable electricity sourced specifically from windpower or hydropower, as an alternative to the regular mix of electricity sources. Lars G Josefsson sees many benefits from chargeable plug-in hybrids, even in cases where the electricity does not come from renewable energy sources.
"Through electric power, we avoid the emissions from each individual car. Instead of petrol or diesel, the energy is derived from a few large power sources and Vattenfall is working hard to eliminate carbon dioxide emissions from all electricity production. In Sweden, virtually all Vattenfall's electricity production is emission-free," explains Lars G Josefsson.
The plug-in hybrid cars will be driven by a powerful electric motor fuelled by a lithium-ion battery. The battery takes about five hours to charge from a standard wall socket, and the battery is also charged every time the car's brakes are applied.
"Most car journeys are short trips, for instance to and from work. We will be able to offer a product that fulfils this transportation need. In order to cover longer distances as well, the car will also be equipped with one of Volvo's fuel-efficient diesel engines," says Stephen Odell.
Demonstration cars on show this summer
In the summer of 2009, three Volvo V70 demonstration cars will be presented. The demonstration cars will be used to gather information about the wishes and demands that drivers may have on the new technology, to determine their driving habits and to establish how they want to charge their cars. Vattenfall will, among other things, test various concepts for high-speed home charging and also for charging stations in public places, where owners pay to fuel with electricity instead of petrol or diesel. The cars that are planned to go into series production in 2012 will feature somewhat different technology, but the launch of the demonstration vehicles is a step towards series-producing plug-in hybrid cars specifically tailored to market needs.
Toyota's hybrid Supra successor on track for 2011
With all the rumors and anticipation surrounding Toyota's joint venture with Subaru to produce a front-engine, rear-wheel drive coupe, the automaker's Supra successor has been put on the news cycle's back-burner.
However, according to a report by Best Car, development has continued in earnest since the FT-HS Hybrid Sports Car Concept debuted at the Detroit Auto Show in 2007 and a prototype will supposedly begin making the rounds later this year.
While details are still limited, several sources are suggesting the rear-wheel drive sports car will be offered with a 3.5-liter V6 and the Lexus GS450h's 2GR-VSE 3.5-liter V6 which will be paired with the Toyota's Crown hybrid system. While the current 3.5-liter V6 only produces 268 hp and 248 lb-ft or torque, the Crown's hybrid system could enable the Lexus' V6 to produce more than 400 hp.
If Best Car's report is to be believed, we could see the next iteration of the FT-HS concept at the Tokyo Motor Show this November, with the production model debuting sometime in 2010 before its on-sale date the following year.
Compact hybrid Range Rover LRX gets green light
According to the report, Land Rover will borrow liberally from corporate partner Jaguar's hardware stable, which is rumored to soon include both hybrid and extended-range EV options. Land Rover's innovative electric drive rear axle is supposedly on the LRX menu, which would work along with the automaker's well-known and highly-effective Terrain Response System to put power to the ground wherever possible.
If there's any truth to these rumors, we shouldn't expect Land Rover to have the hybrid LRX in production until at least two years have passed. In the meantime, the British-built, Indian-owned automaker is set to debut stop/start and regenerative braking on all of its models to improve their environmental performance.
Automakers that hope to continue doing business over the next few years need to be increasingly aware of their fuel consumption, emissions and environmental credibility. In deference to this fact, Auto Express in the U.K. is reporting that Land Rover is moving forward with plans to launch the new LRX compact hybrid 'ute, possibly with a bit of help from the U.K. government.
Friday, September 24, 2010
Ford Mustang GT modif with Combat Aircraft Concept
Ford Mustang GT modif with Combat Aircraft Concept
Polizia by Lamborghini
Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. donated a police version of the company’s newest supercar, Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Polizia, to the head of the Italian State Police, Prefect Antonio Manganelli.
“The car will begin service with the Lazio Highway Police Department in order to continue accident and crime prevention to sustain security on the Italian roads.”
Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren In White Gold
Check it out this Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren fully built in White Gold (Dubai Registration).
Monster Sport Car
We have seen Ferrari + Mercedes + Lamborghini sport car and now another Nissan Maxima with Kuwaiti licensed plate from north-east corner of the Arabian Peninsula mixed more than 3 sport car together (hmmm… i guess???). BMW 7-Series fascia, BMW M3-like front bumper, Lamborghini style front scissor doors, two-part hood, gullwing rear doors, a Supra-like rear wing and more.
Lexus “City” New 2010 Lexus RX
A new ad campaign from Team One imagines how the innovative engineering of the new 2010 Lexus RX has reinvented the driving experience. The commercials explaining the advanced features available on the all-new 2010 Lexus RX. Its about the vehicle secret weapon XM real-time traffic monitoring that reveals driving conditions on the road ahead. Suddenly, massive cranes descend from the sky, picking up the offending traffic and lifting buildings from their foundations so the driver can travel unimpeded to his final destination.
Mercedes-Benz SCL600 Drive With Joystick
The futuristic Mercedes-Benz SCL600 automobile have no steering wheel, what you see on the dashboard is a joystick and alot of buttons. They are pictures of DaimlerChrysler’s F 200 concept cars, made by Mercedes-Benz design team and unveiled at the Paris Motor Show in 1996,
Wild West Special-Edition Hummer
Its a Hummer H3 with Wagon Wheels, a work of art by Matthew Harrison. The H3 is on display courtesy of the Limoncello gallery in East London. Described as a “mixture of art, engineering and motoring,” the H3 has been refitted with wooden wagon wheels, as seen in the photos. There was no comment as to how the wheels affect the H3’s off-road ability or cornering performance.
Spyker C8 Spyder Convertible
This is the Spyker C8 Spyder convertible, the original base model with an Audi 4.2 litre V8 engine mated with a 6-speed manual transmission, producing 400 PS (290 kW) and achieving the top speed of 300 km/h (186 mph).
Nissan Nismo 370Z
Here’s the Nissian Nismo 370Z. It is a faster and sportier version of Z powered by a 3.7-liter V6, churning out 350hp mated with a close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission with Nissan’s new SynchroRev Match functionality that automatically controls and adjusts engine speed when shifting. Other uniques include an ultra-lightweight 19-inch Rays forged alloy wheels wrapped in Yokohama Advan Sport rubber, 14-inch front and 13.8-inch rear Nismo sport brakes, HID xenon headlights, Nissan Intelligent Key push-button start, and a unique racing-inspired body kit.
Sunbeam Tiger Concept
The Sunbeam Tiger Concept is a 2-seater sports car inspired by 1925 Sunbeam Tiger Land Speed Record car. The car was designed by Ryan Skelley, a design student of Coventry University, as a future model to celebrate the centenary of the original Sunbeam (1925-2025). The car is powered by an electrical engine, pushing it 0-60mph at 2.3-seconds, achieving 160mph top speed and a single charge for 800 miles. You can get the charging done in 4 hours. The Sunbeam Tiger Concept is made of eco materials – recycled aluminum tubular chassis, soy foam seats with Biofabric, vegetable oil resin body panels.
Rhys Millen Hyundai Genesis Drifter
Rhys Millen Racing has custom built a Hyundai Genesis specially use for drifting. It is powered by a Nissan-sourced turbocharged V6 engine, producing that produces 560hp. In addition, it has been added with mostly carbon-fiber body, dive planes and huge rear wing, there’s a carbon-fiber rear diffuser – a device designed to further increase downforce and increase cornering speed.
Death Race Style Chevy Camaro
This year’s Moscow Tuning Show featured a special car, a ’70s Chevrolet Camaro modified by a team of students from Russian MHPI design school to look like a car from last year’s movie Death Race (which was a remake of the 1975 movie Death Race 2000). The Russian students used matte-grey paint for the Camaro and fitted it with armor plates and weapons, making it look like it came right out of Hollywood movie sets.
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