Monday, October 26, 2009
Sultan Bin Tahnoun opens Saadiyat Art Cars Expo
Running until 30th November, Art Cars is open daily from 10am until 8pm and features an intriguing mix of European and American classic cars which have been given 'pop art' makeovers by local and international artists and a line-up of vintage models which trace the motoring development of Abu Dhabi through the 50s, 60s and 70s.
"Art Cars is a very timely initiative coming as it does in the run up to this weekend's 2009 Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix," said Sheikh Sultan.
"It is part of the visitor enhancement programme undertaken by ADTA and when viewed alongside the Grand Prix demonstrates this emirate's love of all things automobile while serving to track the emirate's motoring history from the 1950s until the present day.
"Some of the vehicles have been kindly loaned to the exhibition by His Highness Sheikh Tahnoun Bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi's Rulers Representative in the Eastern Region and several of them were personally used by the late UAE President and Ruler of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan during his many tours of the emirate's Eastern region.
"This remarkable fleet includes some iconic models which, combined, present a snapshot of motoring history and evolution." Visitors to the free-to-attend exhibition will see cars transformed into works of art by a gallery of local and visiting artists from France, China and Singapore. All designs have been inspired by the visual, mass pop art movement of the 50s and 60s, made famous by US artist Andy Warhol.
Manarat Al Saadiyat can be reached via the new Saadiyat Bridge accessible from Abu Dhabi's Mina Zayed area, where visitors will follow a beautifully landscaped route to the centre. From Dubai, visitors can reach Manarat Al Saadiyat by taking the new Yas Island highway and following the road through to Saadiyat.
The fabulous fleet line-up of motoring masterpieces includes Cadillac LaSalle 1939, Ford T 1920, Chevrolet Independence 1931, BMW Z8 2000 , Mercedes 250SL 1968, Ford F-Series 1950, Chevrolet Bel Air 1956, MINI Cooper 1996, Aston Martin DBS 2009, Rolls Royce Silver Shadow 1976 and Chevrolet Impala 1959.
The exhibition artists include Abdul Qader Al Rais - UAE, Jalal Luqman - UAE, Li Jikai - China, Maisoon Al Saleh - UAE, Mohammed Al Mubarak - UAE, Noora Al Suwaidi - UAE, Vincent Leow- Singapore and Wasel Safwan - UAE.
Top 10 Most Expensive Sports Cars
The best quality products are no doubt priced towards the highest levels, almost beyond expectation, but superiority knows no bounds. Hence price doesn’t matter that much for those who are urged to get the supreme items.
As far as cars are concerned, they are since their first production, are bought both as a requirement as well as a luxury and a portrayal of distinctive social classes.
In cars, this race never ends. Here is the list of 10 most expensive cars that have been manufactured with the highest quality and top most designing skills, loaded extensively with different features and gadgets.
1- The car that tops the evaluating list is Bugatti Veyron 16.4 with a price tag of $1,192,057. The most expensive street car is a high speed car accelerating from 0 to 60 in 2.5 second with a top speed of 253.81 mph i.e.408.47 km/hr.
Built by Volkswagen AG subsidiary Bugatti Automobiles SAS in its Molsheim, Alsace, France factory, the care is sold under the French Bugatti brand name.
2- Ferrari Enzo a 12 cylinder car comes at $1,000,000 generally known as F60. Enzo Ferrari was built in 2003 based on Formula 1 technology with the style too with a sequential shift transmission, brake discs with carbon ceramic, and carbon fiber body.
3- The 8th fastest car of the world i.e. Pagani Zonda comes at 3rd number in rating, is available at C12 F $741,000, it assures the top speed level of 251+ mph, elevating itself from 0 to 60mph is just 3.5 seconds.
4- SSC Ultimate Aero coming for $654,400 jumps over 250 mph i.e. 400 km/h, 0 to 60 mph only within 2.78 seconds with its TT version. The car is made with carbon fiber and titanium to make the car light in weight; 1233 kg.
5- LeBlanc Mirabeau a car with sporty looks is priced at $645,084. Though the car is not that speedy to be called a sports car, yet it has a top speed level of 229+ mph. Its interior is designed just like a sports car.
6- The latest super elegant car Koenigsegg CCX priced at $600,910 is aptly produced to suit the American market. Its body is all aluminum powered with a strong engine to produce 806 hp i.e. 601 kW and 678 lbf.ft i.e. 920 Nm on 91 octane.
7- Next in the list is Saleen S7 Twin Turbo at $555,000, a limited edition of a hand build coupe. It is integrated with S7 Twin Turbo system, which features a powerful for engine power boost of 750hp i.e. 760 PS/559 kW. Saleen has a top speed of 250 mph i.e. 402 km/h.
8- Koenigsegg CCR designed and manufactured in Sweden is priced at $545,568. It is the world’s 3rd fastest car with a top speed of 250+ mph.
9- Porsche Carrera GT wearing a price tag of $484,000 is made by Porsche, Germany. It provides 5.7 litre V10 engine which produces 612 SAE hp i.e. 450 kW. Claimed to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h i.e. 62.5 mph only in 3.9 seconds.
10- Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren coming at $457,250, the SLR McLaren is said to be the fastest automatic transmission car in the world with a top speed of 207+ mph. It reaches from 0 to 60 mph just in 3.8 seconds.
2010 Jaguar XJL Super Sports Car a New generation Supercharged 5-liter V-8 of three choice engines
The first impression of the all new XJ is its visual assertiveness. The XJ's sleek lines are complemented by a taut waistline, which further accentuates the impression of length and elegance, and creates a natural tension as it fades from the front arch into the middle section of the car before reappearing as a strong haunch towards the rear.
A standard panoramic glass roof is an integral part of the all new XJ's design, enabling the car to have a lower, more streamlined roofline, while dramatically enhancing the feeling of light and space inside. The LED light clusters wrap stylishly over the rear fenders, and feature three dramatic red vertical strips while the elongated teardrop shape of the side windows establishes the car's silhouette. The rear of the all new XJ is notable for its pure, sculpted shape. With a conscious absence of ornamentation, the rear features only a single leaping Jaguar.
The face of the all new 2010 XJ is confident, with a wide front track and short overhang contributing to the finely judged proportions. The nose of the car follows Jaguar's new design language with a bold and assertive treatment – the powerful mesh grille and slim xenon headlights create a strong road presence while the wrap-around rear screen reduces the visual weight of the pillars and gives the impression of an exotic 'floating' roof.
The all new XJ's cabin is a marvel in its own right, blending elegant, contemporary design with the comfort, luxury and unmistakable sporting style of a Jaguar. Chrome and piano black detailing provide an eye-catching contrast to the beautifully crafted leather and veneer surfaces. To further complement the cabin design is a level of choice in colors, veneers and leathers not seen before in a Jaguar. Four specification levels – XJ, XJL, Supercharged and Supersport – allow the customer to tailor the car to suit their tastes. The top-of-the-range Supersport provides the ultimate expression of performance and luxury, with a specification that includes a leather headlining, semi-aniline leather seats and veneers with laser inlays.
Stunning, 12.3-inch high-definition Virtual InstrumentsTM complement an innovative 8-inch Touch-screen that displays vehicle functions ranging from audio and video to navigation and climate control. Premium surround sound options include the top-of-the-range 1200W Bowers & Wilkins system, which is standard on the Supercharged and Supersport models. Advanced infotainment features also include hard drive-based audio and navigation systems, and comprehensive connectivity for portable audio and video devices via the powerful Media Hub.
The new XJ will be available in the US with a choice of three engines – a 5.0 liter 385hp naturally aspirated V8, 5.0 liter 470hp supercharged V8 and a 5.0 liter 510hp supercharged V8. In naturally-aspirated form, the XJ develops 380 lb.-ft. of torque. The supercharged versions develop 424 lb.-ft. and 461 lb.-ft. of torque, respectively. All three engines combine deft performance, unparalleled character, peerless pedigree, and have a classic Jaguar blend of strength and precision.The all new 2010 Jaguar XJ delivers a driving experience that is just as memorable as the car's sleek and alluring appearance, combining responsive, sporting dynamics with the luxurious drive expected from a Jaguar.
Dacia SHIFT Concept a New Innovative Concept Car powered by lithium-ion or hydrogen fuel cells.
The Dacia SHIFT Concept will be powered with the help of lithium-ion batteries and can also accommodate hydrogen fuel cells. Dacia Shift is a concept keeping the needs of the young Bucharest residents in mind, which will not exceed the stage of drawing and sketch, as it being an independent project with no official connection with the Dacia brand.
All About Mclaren F1 cars
The F1 mclaren car in display in a car showroom
Image of The Mclaren F1 Car
Mclarens new concept cars
Morgan Aero SuperSports 4.8 liter BMW V8 engine Is a Luxurious Flamboyant Sports Car.
As part of the Centenary celebrations Morgan announces a truly special model.Designed and engineered in house, the Morgan Aero SuperSports is a lightweight aluminum sports car with a luxurious specification. The interior features a comfortable combination of polished hardwoods, hand stitched leather and electronic technology to create a driving environment that is efficient, ergonomic and sumptuous. In spite of all this opulence the overall weight of the car is still minimal so the car is responsive to driver inputs and economical to run. The unique way Morgan can achieve this is down to our use of aircraft style superformed aluminum outer panels and the skills of our craftsmen to hand finish the assembly of each car.
The car of course benefits from the lightweight aluminum Aero chassis which is adhesively bonded for class leading rigidity. Exceeding global crash protection standards, this is also the platform used by the Morgan Aero Eight GT3 currently competing successfully in the 2009 International FIA GT3 Championship. This chassis combined with the aluminum 4.8 liter BMW V8 engine and a choice of 6 speed automatic or manual gearboxes offers an unrivalled driving experience. No other automatic car offers such dynamic power transmission.
Drawn by Matthew Humphries, and engineered for production by the experienced “Morgan Design” team, the new Aero Super Sports is due to enter production in early 2010. A deposit of £25,000 is required to ensure the supply of one of these exciting new models. It is anticipated to cost around £127,000 including VAT.Charles Morgan, Grandson of the founder said “ The Morgan Aero SuperSports is a luxurious flamboyant sports car which also remains true to Morgan’s philosophy of lightweight minimalist simplicity. It is a celebration of our love of cars and the romance of travel and is a fitting model to announce during Morgan’s Centenary year”.
Most powerful Renault Twingo is created
You are the fan of small French machines? Then a new child from company Lazareth for you. After all Frenchmen from this firm have managed to transform modest Renault Twingo in present super car which on a racing line is capable to fight with Ferrari and Lamborghini.
Judge for yourself – made engineers Lazareth this car has the eight-cylinder engine in volume of 3,5 l which gives out 180 h.p. It would Seem that it is not enough for such volume and eight cylinders, however, the engine possesses a huge twisting moment on bottoms thanks to what babe Twingo is not simply quickly dispersed. It's dispersed very very quickly.
From technical features of the most powerful Twingo it is possible to note a rear wheel drive (standard cars, as it is known, front-wheel), and the engine here is established not under a cowl, and behind front armchairs. Also has been completely replaced a lobby and a rear suspension, new brakes, 18-inch wheels are established. Besides, practically a new it was necessary to do and a body of the car!
As to the price, it more than decent – Frenchmen sell the car (and they named it V8 Twingo Trophy) for 70 000 euros or $105 000.
2009 Volvo C30 Galleries
Volvo C30 is one of medium size sedan manufacturer Volvo's best output. Although the car-sized Volvo C30, Volvo C30 has a captivating view especially output plus car manufacturer Volvo is the cars that have a high level of security.
New Audi A3. The first Photos
The new generation model Audi A3 should appear in the market the next 1,5 years, assures the French edition Automobile Magazine. And, this car becomes the first hatchback in a premium-class which will have only the 3-cylinder engine.
However Germans warn at once – to look at quantity of cylinders in this case it is not necessary. After all even with three cylinders the new diesel motor will possess sufficient capacity. And, the most important thing, it begins to differ the minimum fuel consumption. On predesigns, 3-cylinder Audi A3 will spend for each 100 km of a way only 3,5 l of fuel. For comparison, the average expense hybrid Toyota Prius makes 3,9 l.
The design of new generation А3 will appear much more aggressively, than at present model. And first of all these words will concern a 3-door hatchback which outwardly begins to resemble a coupe more. Certainly, there will be also a 5-door car which will receive prefix Sportback. Besides, on a platform new A3 should start to do a small cabriolet and a crossover. Last will receive name Q1.