Audi R8

Audi R8

Audi R8

The R8 has been a phenomenal success for Audi, simultaneously raising the company's profile and allowing it to compete in the rarefied air of the supercar segment for the first time. Certainly in its latest V10 guise, the coupe's Porsche-like top speed of 194 mph — not to mention rapierlike handling — gives Audi sporting credentials it had not previously enjoyed.

But in the end, it won't be the 10 pistons, 525 horsepower or even the scant 4 seconds that it takes to accelerate to 60 mph that will sell the new convertible version of Audi's supercar. Mere numbers, technical specification or performance data, no matter how impressive, fail to capture what is required for the Spyder to reach the pinnacle of exotic car lust.

That missing piece is style, an attribute the coupe version of the R8 possesses to the point of waste. Park an R8 in any exotic sports car parking lot and the Audi will attract every bit as much adulation as a Lamborghini Gallardo or Ferrari 458 Italia. So, like the younger brother who has to follow in the footsteps of his team-captaining older sibling, the R8 Spyder has some mighty big shoes to fill.

Girl in Lingerie Posing with Sports Car

Girl in Lingerie Posing with Sports Car

Automotive Repair and Maintenance Handy Toolkit

Perfect for general automotive repair and maintenance, this handy tool kit features 175 of the most-reached-for tools. With both 3/8 and ¼-inch sockets, as well as metric sockets, you’re set for bolts and nuts large and small. Full length heat treated combination wrenches offer plenty of power and positive gripping on the larger pieces. The kits needle nose pliers are great for pinching down on wires and reaching into tight quarters. Four quivers of bits include Philips, torx, flathead and more, all attaching quickly and solidly to the included ratcheting screwdriver with ergonomic handle for optimal driving power and comfort. A precision spark plug gap gauge opens smoothly for just the right thickness. And, an array of Allen wrenches has you covered. Wire strippers, a tire gauge, even tie downs, this kit is as versatile as they come.

Automotive Repair and Maintenance Handy Toolkit

Perfect for general automotive repair and maintenance, this handy tool kit features 175 of the most-reached-for tools. With both 3/8 and ¼-inch sockets, as well as metric sockets, you’re set for bolts and nuts large and small. Full length heat treated combination wrenches offer plenty of power and positive gripping on the larger pieces. The kits needle nose pliers are great for pinching down on wires and reaching into tight quarters. Four quivers of bits include Philips, torx, flathead and more, all attaching quickly and solidly to the included ratcheting screwdriver with ergonomic handle for optimal driving power and comfort. A precision spark plug gap gauge opens smoothly for just the right thickness. And, an array of Allen wrenches has you covered. Wire strippers, a tire gauge, even tie downs, this kit is as versatile as they come.

2012 Opel Ampera spied

Opel Ampera, which is the European brother Chevy Volt, will appear in the next year in an updated form. Estimated cost model will be on the level of 28,000 euros.

2012 Opel Ampera testing is still ongoing, but even through the camouflage can be seen curved body parts other than the American version. Opel rigged his own version of a new front fascia and a slightly raised back Ampera.

Engines in cars will be identical, meaning that the power above the battery will be 111 kW. Exclusively on a single electricity Opel Ampera able to overcome about 60 km, after which work a gasoline engine, which recharge the battery.

The engine also delivers 370 Nm of torque, which allows the vehicle to accelerate to 100 km / h in nine seconds, with a maximum speed of 160 km / h.

Now also know that GM offers on eight battery warranty, even though no info about Opel Ampera. First Opel Ampera 2012 will appear in April this year, which will release Michigan assembly plant.