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Friday, 15 October 2010

The Most Amazing Cars in the World!

Rinspeed

Auto manufacturers are gathering in Switzerland for the 77th International Motor Show, which will take place from March 8-18. The Geneva auto show features cars that you'll probably never drive but will let your imagination run wild. Plus, there are electric and hybrid cars that you probably will be driving soon.



Rinspeed is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a see-through concept car which debuts in Geneva. The all-plastic vehicle runs on a 2-cylinder 750 ccm Weber engine that sits above the transmission.
The car also honors the 40th anniversary of Bayer's first all-plastic car which debuted in 1967.

Koenigsegg




Making its debut at Geneva, the Koenigsegg's CCXR could be the fastest car ever--and it runs on biofuel. The Swedish auto manufacturer says ethanol fuel has higher octane and better cooling power than regular gas which lets it boost the power up 25 percent over the CCX model to 1018 horsepower at 7200 rpm.
Pictured is the CCX model which is also being shown at Geneva. CCX will be re-engineered to run on biofuels.

Bugatti

The Bugatti Veyron, a 1001 horsepower sports car, could be eclipsed by the Koenigsegg CCXR's 1018 hp engine. The 16 cylinder, 8.0 liter engine has a seven-speed transmission. Its speed record of 407 kph could be in jeopardy. The Veyron costs a mere $1,630,000.


A.D. Tramontana


The single-seat Tramontana was inspired by fighter jets and racing cars according to Spanish carmaker A.D. Tramontana. Production of this twin-turbocharged, 720 hp vehicle is limited to 12 per year.

Five Cars More Fun Than Your Girlfriend

By Anthony Alaniz

We all have one person in our life that laments us for what they call our automotive addiction. We call it a lifestyle choice. At a young age there were people in life that stand in your way of your joy rides and tire shredding antics, we call them girlfriends.
Below is a list of five cars, in no particular order, which are proven to be more enjoyable than some of our ex's, cheaper than some of our dates, and create a longer relationship than a few one night stands could ever hope to dish up.

1. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata

After twenty years since its introduction the 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata has not drifted far from its original roots. The two-seater look has remained light, original, and seemingly always in style. Offering a modest 168 horsepower to the rear wheels helps get those early morning drifts out of your system. No fancy Gucci handbags here to accent the smiling front grille; the Miata is always happy.

2. 2011 Ford Mustang GT

Considered the best bang for your buck, and no not that kind of bang, the 2011 Ford Mustang resurrects a legend; their popular 302 cubic inch engine makes a dramatic, and powerful, return. With a new six speed transmission offered in both manual and automatic variants, the slush box is always the best choice. Paired with aggressive styling, the 2011 Ford Mustang GT has the looks to turn any guy’s head.

3. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro

The 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is something of an elusive supermodel; appearing in some of the hottest movies but almost always out of reach. The concept's styling turns the Camaro into a car that is sexy from any angle. Even if you cannot see behind you like some narcissistic creature, you don’t need to when you are leading the pack. With the 425 horsepower LS3 engine screaming under the hood, the only thing you will be able to hear is your own inner voice.    

4. 2010 Nissan 370Z Coupe

With Asian flavor splashed across the car, the 2010 Nissan 370Z is just as impractical as a V-8 powered Ford Focus. With offering just two seats and a sad excuse of a trunk, the only redeeming quality is the beautiful power plant under the hood; a 3.7-liter V-6 engine producing a modest 322 horsepower. This offers a quick 0 to 60 of just five seconds so you can keep her out of the limelight and away from any prying eyes.

5. 2010 Dodge Challenger R/T

This is the vehicle of choice if nostalgia is running through your veins. With a look that borderline steals from the original some forty years back, the Challenger is something of a sweet sweet toy. It is not like the Chevrolet Camaro where you take it to the track, or a Ford Mustang that heads to the drag strip. No, the Challenger is something you cruise the main drag in, laying down rubber when you feel like, not when you are challenged.   
There you have it, five hot cars to cool the end of summer off with.  Now go out and splurge a little before you other half knows where the checkbook went and why you are lunching at McDonalds.