Leaks: Porsche 918 Spyder patent

<center><img alt="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_sJTnOjOqB_uOZJMedu0VQQadIy2xh9l6VV2eEwv9uJnAJZ3b8uIBt7k1xWPVgBVdO47IvOjwQXJJVxFAC2xPzB9Xf7tn7R7u8fLucIv-xnjepk51_OjQvnaXwfLMNap0o15cBzHblSEO/s1600/01918spyderpatent.jpg" height="330" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_sJTnOjOqB_uOZJMedu0VQQadIy2xh9l6VV2eEwv9uJnAJZ3b8uIBt7k1xWPVgBVdO47IvOjwQXJJVxFAC2xPzB9Xf7tn7R7u8fLucIv-xnjepk51_OjQvnaXwfLMNap0o15cBzHblSEO/s1600/01918spyderpatent.jpg" width="600" /></center><br />According to leaked photos, Porsche has applied for a patent on the 918 Spyder in China, as usual the pictures leaked out so here we have a very first look at the final production version of the 918 Spyder.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br />As no surprise, the production version looks pretty similar to the concept versions, but it has finally received its door handles, mirrors, indicator lights, seat belts, a slightly different front bumper and redesigned air intakes in the front bumper. Also, the exhaust pipes are now placed in the right position and not on the car’s side as in the concept versions.<br /><br />Power comes from a 570hp 4.6 liter V8 mated to a 200hp electric motor, the engine will be backed up by two electric motors which are rumored to have a combined output of 245 hp (183 kW). This could enable the model to develop approximately 795 hp (593 kW) and 575 lb-ft (780 Nm) of torque. <br /><br />The production version of the Porsche 918 is expected to debut around September next year, priced at some 1 million USD.<br /><br /><br /><center><a alt="Porsche 918 Spyder patent" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_sJTnOjOqB_uOZJMedu0VQQadIy2xh9l6VV2eEwv9uJnAJZ3b8uIBt7k1xWPVgBVdO47IvOjwQXJJVxFAC2xPzB9Xf7tn7R7u8fLucIv-xnjepk51_OjQvnaXwfLMNap0o15cBzHblSEO/s1600/01918spyderpatent.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="80" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_sJTnOjOqB_uOZJMedu0VQQadIy2xh9l6VV2eEwv9uJnAJZ3b8uIBt7k1xWPVgBVdO47IvOjwQXJJVxFAC2xPzB9Xf7tn7R7u8fLucIv-xnjepk51_OjQvnaXwfLMNap0o15cBzHblSEO/s200/01918spyderpatent.jpg" width="130" /></a> <a alt="Porsche 918 Spyder patent" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXfdTqhbH9cuFMcSX32dtKmW-Ip3c5W5L8ICXprxyaB1trGn-hQEfDH0Z22i9LCJEJkSelM7p9r-d92LZ_13jTOgBM_xxhaZTsejA0DuojEfthi6RLvxNuZ4A0R8A6MIsWy1t5ieGEn-dx/s1600/02918spyderpatent.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="80" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXfdTqhbH9cuFMcSX32dtKmW-Ip3c5W5L8ICXprxyaB1trGn-hQEfDH0Z22i9LCJEJkSelM7p9r-d92LZ_13jTOgBM_xxhaZTsejA0DuojEfthi6RLvxNuZ4A0R8A6MIsWy1t5ieGEn-dx/s200/02918spyderpatent.jpg" width="130" /></a> <a alt="Porsche 918 Spyder patent" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTJrIpxIIvMyZVRyqI9T7qRNvv4wYHqBVdhVfvM6mCG4dxVwFT-Er2xKJVYnTnOUasgRTD5zllEpGPUdPecxprzDCsBb3p98u9v6dphGMV-Oup1cpo6zfLpExeLD_-2u9gQJBVi1UIsm9y/s1600/03918spyderpatent.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="80" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTJrIpxIIvMyZVRyqI9T7qRNvv4wYHqBVdhVfvM6mCG4dxVwFT-Er2xKJVYnTnOUasgRTD5zllEpGPUdPecxprzDCsBb3p98u9v6dphGMV-Oup1cpo6zfLpExeLD_-2u9gQJBVi1UIsm9y/s200/03918spyderpatent.jpg" width="130" /></a> <a alt="Porsche 918 Spyder patent" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWRAAyT51kyFerP3dnCozcWaoBPeDYd0-Q_mbysg4nVY7a4bot1RxT9s_-FC61jDFvhZRQLgw42Xvo6bV-TxKziaGH2Bd9hrV58uOMHnrTcqKOOrDpANnaEbsNV98tjOM3ekZPmK1ILPkI/s1600/04918spyderpatent.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="80" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWRAAyT51kyFerP3dnCozcWaoBPeDYd0-Q_mbysg4nVY7a4bot1RxT9s_-FC61jDFvhZRQLgw42Xvo6bV-TxKziaGH2Bd9hrV58uOMHnrTcqKOOrDpANnaEbsNV98tjOM3ekZPmK1ILPkI/s200/04918spyderpatent.jpg" width="130" /></a> </center></span><p><br />

Leaks: Porsche 918 Spyder patent

According to leaked photos, Porsche has applied for a patent on the 918 Spyder in China, as usual the pictures leaked out so here we have a ...

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2013 Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible

<center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc6RDDJSgP1D1JWQujL3uOEZMJ5ZqgzRIe-BbMZfP7uc9PkyweWW6dPX13DqXUfq9IcU536Dz_3oKTOQhqoikbCLWIrOmeYWxuyQNk95797e1XX5UgcdUQsX4DRcEtildczYn3mQqvWJjC/s1600/5-Bentley-GTSpeed_Vert-md.jpg" target="_blank"><img alt="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc6RDDJSgP1D1JWQujL3uOEZMJ5ZqgzRIe-BbMZfP7uc9PkyweWW6dPX13DqXUfq9IcU536Dz_3oKTOQhqoikbCLWIrOmeYWxuyQNk95797e1XX5UgcdUQsX4DRcEtildczYn3mQqvWJjC/s1600/5-Bentley-GTSpeed_Vert-md.jpg" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc6RDDJSgP1D1JWQujL3uOEZMJ5ZqgzRIe-BbMZfP7uc9PkyweWW6dPX13DqXUfq9IcU536Dz_3oKTOQhqoikbCLWIrOmeYWxuyQNk95797e1XX5UgcdUQsX4DRcEtildczYn3mQqvWJjC/s1600/5-Bentley-GTSpeed_Vert-md.jpg" width="600" /></a></center><br />Here are the first photos of the 2013 Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible, ahead of its reveal at the Detroit Auto Show in January 2013 <br /><span class="fullpost"><br />The convertible is powered by the 6.0-liter twin-turbo W12 engine pulled straight out of its hard-top twin, it develops 625-horsepower and 800 Nm of torque. It will be connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission and an all-wheel drive system which will enable the model to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in approximately 4.2 seconds and hit a top speed of roughly 322 km/h (200 mph).<br /><br />Cosmetically it’s more of the same GT Speed goodness as the coupe, with dark tinted matrix grills at the front, a rifled finish for the tailpipes, GT Speed alloys, the Mulliner Driving Pack with quilted leather and a smattering of ‘GT Speed’ Logos.<br /><br />the Bentley GTC Speed retains the aggressive stance of the GT Speed sans the roof. While it’s fun to drive with open-top freedom, it does add some extra weight and hampers the stability of the vehicle, though none of these problems are of concern if you’re intent on torturing it at a track.<br /><br />The GT Speed Convertible will get a permanent all-wheel drive and a Torsen differential as standard. It gets a new, close-ratio, ZF eight-speed automatic transmission with intelligent adaptive control software for smoother changes and a twelve percent increase in economy and CO2 emissions. The steering and suspension systems have been upgraded together with a lowered ride height. Complementing the new set up is a unique set of 21 inch Speed wheels with two finishes and 275/35 R21 Pirelli PZero ultra-high performance tyres.<br /><br /><br /><br /></span><br /><center><span class="fullpost"><a alt="2013 Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc6RDDJSgP1D1JWQujL3uOEZMJ5ZqgzRIe-BbMZfP7uc9PkyweWW6dPX13DqXUfq9IcU536Dz_3oKTOQhqoikbCLWIrOmeYWxuyQNk95797e1XX5UgcdUQsX4DRcEtildczYn3mQqvWJjC/s1600/5-Bentley-GTSpeed_Vert-md.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="80" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc6RDDJSgP1D1JWQujL3uOEZMJ5ZqgzRIe-BbMZfP7uc9PkyweWW6dPX13DqXUfq9IcU536Dz_3oKTOQhqoikbCLWIrOmeYWxuyQNk95797e1XX5UgcdUQsX4DRcEtildczYn3mQqvWJjC/s200/5-Bentley-GTSpeed_Vert-md.jpg" width="130" /></a> <a alt="2013 Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible" 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2013 Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible

Here are the first photos of the 2013 Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible, ahead of its reveal at the Detroit Auto Show in January 2013...

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MINI Clubvan Concept

<center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE_EvLPAtC24rZAwuq5F0rUCUI6vTsS2xPU42oFKJnVoFX2fRusS5fFlfAmK6_3S7jnr1Pok87PL8Cd7JYtBksfy1RM05t9Db9qRhNXXZ7qFP0kNPbKZ67pa19zJdy1cQVC1_go2nfAYo/s1600/mini_clubman_f34_ns_21812_815.jpg"><img alt="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE_EvLPAtC24rZAwuq5F0rUCUI6vTsS2xPU42oFKJnVoFX2fRusS5fFlfAmK6_3S7jnr1Pok87PL8Cd7JYtBksfy1RM05t9Db9qRhNXXZ7qFP0kNPbKZ67pa19zJdy1cQVC1_go2nfAYo/s1600/mini_clubman_f34_ns_21812_815.jpg" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE_EvLPAtC24rZAwuq5F0rUCUI6vTsS2xPU42oFKJnVoFX2fRusS5fFlfAmK6_3S7jnr1Pok87PL8Cd7JYtBksfy1RM05t9Db9qRhNXXZ7qFP0kNPbKZ67pa19zJdy1cQVC1_go2nfAYo/s1600/mini_clubman_f34_ns_21812_815.jpg" style="cursor: -moz-zoom-in" width="600" /></a></center><br />MINI has releases the Clubvan Concept ,which will debut at the 2012 Geneva Auto Show at next month.<br /><br />Based on the Mini Clubman, the Clubvan features only two seats in the front, a stainless steel honeycomb separator behind the cockpit, a flat load floor in the back and opaque polycarbonate panels in place of the rear wide windows.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br />The MINI Clubvan Concept is finished in British Racing Green paintwork, which extends to the roof, C-pillars and exterior mirror caps. <br /><br />A MINI source said the Clubvan was extremely 
likely to make production. And when it does, VAT-registered buyers will be 
able to claim back the VAT 
in full thanks to its status 
as a commercial vehicle.<br /><br /><br /><center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE_EvLPAtC24rZAwuq5F0rUCUI6vTsS2xPU42oFKJnVoFX2fRusS5fFlfAmK6_3S7jnr1Pok87PL8Cd7JYtBksfy1RM05t9Db9qRhNXXZ7qFP0kNPbKZ67pa19zJdy1cQVC1_go2nfAYo/s1600/mini_clubman_f34_ns_21812_815.jpg"><img alt="MINI Clubvan Concept" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5710771840230292290" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE_EvLPAtC24rZAwuq5F0rUCUI6vTsS2xPU42oFKJnVoFX2fRusS5fFlfAmK6_3S7jnr1Pok87PL8Cd7JYtBksfy1RM05t9Db9qRhNXXZ7qFP0kNPbKZ67pa19zJdy1cQVC1_go2nfAYo/s200/mini_clubman_f34_ns_21812_815.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 87px;" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPJegX4BoM0PxNku7_7de1oY02_pVWfXbI7uZRs7E-KAXjjAja_cf778MvXYIBOcuGKAdGufoKCJxlQTgiJTJqCN39QnVl7IlIAxu2YAir24GwpJiUQ9PpaCh-tS5t5FuguCvex3F5IvI/s1600/mini_clubman_prf_ns_21812_815.jpg"><img alt="MINI Clubvan Concept" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5710771765282987506" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPJegX4BoM0PxNku7_7de1oY02_pVWfXbI7uZRs7E-KAXjjAja_cf778MvXYIBOcuGKAdGufoKCJxlQTgiJTJqCN39QnVl7IlIAxu2YAir24GwpJiUQ9PpaCh-tS5t5FuguCvex3F5IvI/s200/mini_clubman_prf_ns_21812_815.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; 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cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 87px;" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyO9aKtXa0vbwMztdyM53CiYnaj60dFN5AFBSi8Yl3Y8VdffeZiMK7sVxX3wrICR8RRjU7-CjW5vLppVusH6sjbifY2LesjbHotrZRUFOF4qBW74MuKy6qkzMyPR7RC1d8FHXzaox-Vx8/s1600/mini_clubman_rear_ns_218123_815.jpg"><img alt="MINI Clubvan Concept" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5710770071930189218" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyO9aKtXa0vbwMztdyM53CiYnaj60dFN5AFBSi8Yl3Y8VdffeZiMK7sVxX3wrICR8RRjU7-CjW5vLppVusH6sjbifY2LesjbHotrZRUFOF4qBW74MuKy6qkzMyPR7RC1d8FHXzaox-Vx8/s200/mini_clubman_rear_ns_218123_815.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 87px;" /></a> </center><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Press Release</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">MORE SPACE FOR STYLE: THE MINI CLUBVAN CONCEPT.</span><br style="font-style: italic;"><br style="font-style: italic;"><ul style="font-style: italic;"><li> Compact lifestyle van for business and leisure</li></ul><ul style="font-style: italic;"><li> First concept of its kind in the premium segment</li></ul><ul style="font-style: italic;"><li> World premiere at the Geneva International Motor Show 2012</li></ul><br style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Woodcliff Lake, NJ - February 18, 2012 - Stand-out-from-the-crowd style can also be amazingly practical - and practicality can be surprisingly attractive. The MINI Clubvan Concept paves the way for an innovative vehicle concept without parallel in the premium small car segment. The MINI Clubman-based concept car, scheduled for its world premiere at the Geneva International Motor Show 2012, combines the driving fun for which MINI is renowned with increased load-carrying capability. The MINI experience will therefore find its way into new areas of life, the brand's distinctive character gaining new popularity among target groups not previously on the MINI radar.</span><br style="font-style: italic;"><br style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-style: italic;">The closed-off load area behind the front seats and the opaque rear side windows of the new concept set it apart most strikingly from the MINI Clubman, the platform used as its base. The MINI Clubvan Concept uses its broader skill-set to open up new usage possibilities - both business and leisure. Where a business's customers, product range or operating environment demand a particular style for its vehicles, this premium model can make the perfect delivery solution.</span><br style="font-style: italic;"><br style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-style: italic;">For example, a car in the mould of the MINI Clubvan Concept would fit excellently into the fleet of a fashion designer, art gallery owner or catering service. And its abilities as an all-rounder also tick the right boxes for a photographer with a stack of camera, tripod and lighting equipment to ferry around during the week - and bulky sports and leisure gear to pile on board at the weekend. The MINI Clubvan Concept pulls off the trick of blending enhanced practicality and a well-judged lifestyle focus with natural ease. This ability is based on the impressive adaptability that goes to the heart of the MINI brand's heritage.</span><br style="font-style: italic;"><br style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Calls for maximizing the load capacity of the classic Mini began as early as 1960, just a year after the car's birth; and they were soon heeded. With its 10-centimeter-longer wheelbase (3.94 inches), separate load compartment and split rear doors, the Morris Mini Van was perfectly equipped for commercial use. It also provided the basis for the fully glazed, four-seat Morris Mini Traveller, one of the precursors of today's successful MINI Clubman. And so, more than 50 years on, the MINI Clubvan Concept sees history repeating itself - albeit in a slightly different order.</span><br style="font-style: italic;"><br style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Two seats, five doors, endless usage potential.</span><br style="font-style: italic;"><br style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Limiting the car to two seats creates the capacity its owners will need on a day-to-day basis, as well as opening up a whole new world of customization potential. The load compartment of the MINI Clubvan Concept embodies the car's fresh and rigorous interpretation of the principle used in the classic Mini - of providing the maximum amount of interior space on the smallest possible footprint. The load area reaches from the split rear doors right up to the partition grille behind the two seats. The totally level floor makes full use of the interior's depth, and that allows the concept car's load capacity to exceed the maximum achieved by the MINI Clubman.</span><br style="font-style: italic;"><br style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Six attachment loops recessed into the load compartment floor use elasticized straps to hold items of varying lengths, heights and widths in place - without the risk of them sliding around. The partition grille, which is fixed securely to the car body, ensures that items stowed in the load compartment are kept safely away from the front seats. The lower section of the partition is made from solid aluminum, while the upper section consists of a silver-colored stainless steel honeycomb grating. The side walls and floor of the load compartment are trimmed in high-quality anthracite-colored cloth. The anthracite roof liner, meanwhile, extends along the full length of the interior. This uniform color scheme emphasizes the pure-bred, practicality-oriented character of the MINI Clubvan Concept.</span><br style="font-style: italic;"><br style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Like the MINI Clubman, the MINI Clubvan Concept is a five-door car with a twist. Two front doors for the driver and front passenger, two side-hinged doors at the rear and the rear-hinged Clubdoor on the right-hand side create comfortable access to the interior. The Clubdoor gives owners the option of loading or unloading smaller items from the side of the car as well as the rear.</span><br style="font-style: italic;"><br style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-style: italic;">The generous levels of space on board the concept car can be exploited in a variety of ways. Commercial users will be particularly pleased to discover the scope for configuring the load compartment to personal requirements. For example, tools and goods can be stored neatly and securely in made-to-measure drawers or shelving units. 12-volt plug sockets in the rear area of the load compartment provide additional practicality.</span><br style="font-style: italic;"><br style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Exterior design: shields from prying eyes, cuts a distinctive figure.</span><br style="font-style: italic;"><br style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Impressive practicality and the brand's time-honored style lend the MINI Clubvan Concept its unmistakable character. Sharing the exterior dimensions of the MINI Clubman and boasting cleverly increased storage capacity, the concept car is the first premium model in the small-car-based van segment. The exterior appearance of the MINI Clubvan Concept marks it out immediately as a MINI - and therefore as a premium product. The function-led design modifications have no impact on the car's proportions and hallmark MINI design language, but they do give customers the opportunity to combine the demands of commercial use with an appreciation of individual style. The MINI Clubvan Concept comes with British Racing Green exterior paintwork, which extends to the roof, C-pillars and exterior mirror caps. As is usual for vehicles charged with transportation tasks, the rear side windows of the MINI Clubvan Concept are opaque. Polycarbonate sections - their outer surfaces painted in the car's body color - and heavily tinted glass for the rear doors make it difficult to see into the load compartment.</span><br style="font-style: italic;"><br style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-style: italic;">The unbroken paintwork along the car's flanks offers extensive scope for individualization, which the MINI Clubvan Concept highlights to eye-catching effect. The sealed side windows bear the logo of a sign design company based in the MINI's native Great Britain. The hand-applied graphics lend the vehicle a personal look. Indeed, the ultra-versatile MINI carries both its cargo and the company's promotional message with a uniquely stylish verve. The MINI Clubvan Concept presented in Geneva lends this form of customization a piquant authenticity - on two fronts. The British company that has literally left its stamp on the MINI Clubvan Concept creates similar vehicle graphics for its customers. And the MINI Clubvan Concept showcases how these might look when applied to a MINI van.</span><br /></span><p>

MINI Clubvan Concept

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Leaks: Audi E-tron Spyder Concept

<center><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TJfrn1RZ-zI/AAAAAAADUOY/tLRjHP-364s/s1600/Audi-E-tron-Spyder-3.JPG"><img height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TJfrn1RZ-zI/AAAAAAADUOY/tLRjHP-364s/s1600/Audi-E-tron-Spyder-3.JPG" width="600" /></a></center><br />The German car maker Audi is planning a fifth E-tron model, an Audi E-tron Spyder. The car is expected to be an evolution of the E-tron system and previews the electric version of the upcoming convertible version of the R4 sports car.<br /><br />This is vastly different when compared to the original e-Tron concept. The Audi R8 e-Tron was shown off a year ago with four electric motors combining for 230 kW (313 hp) and up to 4,500Nm of torque. With that massive figure, the car cruised to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds en route to a 200 km/h top speed. Its range of 248 kilometers came from the 213kg lithium-ion battery pack, which required up to eight hours recharge time on a 220V outlet.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br />The e-Tron Spyder might use the same technology found on the e-Tron Detroit Show car, which was powered by two electric motors delivering a total output of 204hp (150kW) and 2,650Nm (1954.54lb-ft). With these numbers, the car can accelerate 0 to 100km/h (62mph) in just 5.9 seconds while the sprint from 60 to 120km/h (37.28 – 74.56mph) is achieved in a mere 5.1 seconds.<br /><br />Featuring a wraparound windscreen and no roof whatsoever, making it a permanent convertible, the R4 Spyder gets an identical front end to the fixed-roof e-tron, while at the back the bodywork surrounding the rear lights is finished in black.<br /><br />The Audi e-tron Spyder is most likely based on the company's space-frame aluminium chassis, with two electric motors sending 204 HP to the wheels, and a production version should debut around 2012.<br /><br />Source: <a href="http://www.autobild.de/artikel/pariser-autosalon-2010-audi-e-tron-spyder-1254311.html">AutoBild</a><br /><br /><br /><center><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TJfrnDAuP3I/AAAAAAADUOI/4zuao2S0_Q4/s1600/Audi-E-tron-Spyder-5.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; 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Leaks: Audi E-tron Spyder Concept

The German car maker Audi is planning a fifth E-tron model, an Audi E-tron Spyder. The car is expected to be an evolution of the E-tron syst...

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Leaked: Mercedes SLS AMG GT3

<center><img height="397" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4C-C6MajF_1J8rl7-XUl9waEBWYYkabhmI2eiuscJUTcR2Y4VPDJECS5Af-p6z1TflCWGtvA-EyXCrEnNlSo_3sfxwS_i2iP2W97JMG-maGqgRdpTjSW6S62fCbrtKCoClSXNyFklSvPV/s1600/SLS-AMG-GT3-7.jpg" width="600" /></center><br />Now, a series of leaked pictures showing the Mercedes AMG SLS GT3 racecars have surfaced, showing the car in all its glory.<br /><br />The car pictured here features a heavily revised body which includes the front bumper with large central intake and lower splitter, canard air foils, hood, fenders with deep wheel well vents, huge side sills, that massive carbon rear wing integrated into the boot lid, fuel filler pocket in the quarter panels and rear bumper with purposeful diffuser.<br /><span class="fullpost"> <br />Inside the car is a true racer with carbon fiber racing seats, a carbon center console and racing digital dash – which even has lights to notify the driver when to shift.<br /><br />The car will used a modified version of the production V8 engine. This is a 6.2 liter naturally aspirated powerplant that develops 571 hp at 6,800 rpm and 480 lb-ft of torque at 4,750 rpm.<br /><br />According to the Mercedes-Benz-Passion blog, full details are set to be released on March 27th, with the car set for its racing debut in the Spring of next year.<br /><br /><br /><center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUMn0qv-oWAKZ7NJhdK4nofsAq1JI6w5_blukQE_1oBJprWMOURgY-53d985cJMFe3G0hqBCHELs9dlw3rW1CnKfawheK7fZwPNn2V9MW9B4jWLC7N8nPkT0hoLbBCK69fSAvwrx0HFdpZ/s1600/SLS-AMG-GT3-1.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="SLS AMG GT3" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5452143130874620882" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUMn0qv-oWAKZ7NJhdK4nofsAq1JI6w5_blukQE_1oBJprWMOURgY-53d985cJMFe3G0hqBCHELs9dlw3rW1CnKfawheK7fZwPNn2V9MW9B4jWLC7N8nPkT0hoLbBCK69fSAvwrx0HFdpZ/s200/SLS-AMG-GT3-1.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 87px;" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjreJ4qaNLC4VgKu8WFDP5KcYvE-mkfymlPsa_m8bKitCpEEicO1qRn8TJg1D2xsOlGjaLiT9icTFhyphenhyphenK0FfnW8eKlRkO6nK-gafiuG1Wx5Eyp-EHxrsyUXupSup-vOt2Hqg8maf8nzktzva/s1600/SLS-AMG-GT3-2.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="SLS AMG GT3" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5452142920560890002" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjreJ4qaNLC4VgKu8WFDP5KcYvE-mkfymlPsa_m8bKitCpEEicO1qRn8TJg1D2xsOlGjaLiT9icTFhyphenhyphenK0FfnW8eKlRkO6nK-gafiuG1Wx5Eyp-EHxrsyUXupSup-vOt2Hqg8maf8nzktzva/s200/SLS-AMG-GT3-2.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; 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cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 87px;" /></a></center><br /><br /><br /><br /><b>Press Release</b><br /><div style="display: block;" class="pressrelease"><br /> <strong><i>Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 </i></strong><i><br /></i> <p><strong><i>Spectacular racing car for the sporting customer</i></strong><i><br /><br /> Puebla (Mexico) - Coinciding with the market launch of the SLS AMG on 27<br /> March 2010, Mercedes-AMG is presenting a GT3 variant. This racing version of<br /> the gullwing model stands out with its spectacular design and thoroughbred<br /> motor sports technology. Developed to comply with the GT3 specifications of<br /> the FIA (Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile), the SLS AMG GT3 is<br /> designed as a racing sports car for customers competing in sprints and<br /> long-distance races. These race series for near-series GT cars are noted for<br /> their very varied participants and great excitement. Not least because of<br /> their comparatively favourable cost structure, they are enjoying increasing<br /> worldwide popularity.</i></p> <p><i>AMG, the performance brand within Mercedes-Benz, is entering a new<br /> business sector with the new SLS AMG GT3: the development, production and<br /> marketing of sports racing cars intended for customer use. Sales of these<br /> customer cars are expected to commence in autumn 2010, and homologation of<br /> the GT3 variant will be completed in time for the 2011 racing season.</i></p> <p><i>"Thanks to uncompromising lightweight construction and superior handling<br /> dynamics, the SLS AMG provides an outstanding basis for a highly competitive<br /> racing car. This exciting GT3 version is our response to strong customer<br /> demand for a car designed for these attractive motor sports series. Once<br /> again, it demonstrates AMG's huge experience gained in more than 40 years of<br /> motor sports, and its great expertise in the development of unique<br /> high-performance cars," says Volker Mornhinweg, Chairman of Mercedes-AMG<br /> GmbH.</i></p> <p><i>The new SLS AMG GT3 is an emphatic continuation of AMG's commitment to<br /> motor sports. AMG has been a pioneer in the motor sports world ever since<br /> its foundation in 1967. The new racing version of the SLS AMG is developed<br /> and produced by AMG in close cooperation with HWA AG. HWA is responsible for<br /> the DTM racing team on behalf of Mercedes-Benz Motorsports. The HWA team is<br /> one of the most successful in international motor sports, as witness nine<br /> driver championships in the DTM and ITC, as well as two championship titles<br /> in the FIA GT Championships.</i></p> <p><i>The SLS AMG GT3 is set to write another chapter in this success story,<br /> and harks back to the 300 SL racing sports car of 1952 which first<br /> established the "gullwing" legend. Its historic victory in the "Carrera<br /> Panamericana" long-distance race also made Mercedes-Benz a household name in<br /> North and Central America, and demonstrated the know-how and expertise of<br /> the Stuttgart-based automobile company.</i></p> <p><strong><i>Spectacular racing car looks and top-class performance</i></strong><i><br /><br /> The new SLS AMG GT3 is wide, flat and has spectacular racing car looks. The<br /> main focus when modifying the body of this gullwing model was on aerodynamic<br /> performance - as is seen not only in the new front apron with a splitter,<br /> the bonnet with its central cooling air vent and the wider front and rear<br /> wings, but also in the the side wheel arch air vents, the sideskirts with<br /> cooling ducts for the rear brakes, the smooth underbody with a rear diffuser<br /> and the adjustable rear aerofoil. All these features ensure a low drag<br /> coefficient and maximum downforce - while guaranteeing effective cooling of<br /> thermally highly stressed components. The C-pillars accommodate the<br /> standardised filler pipes for the fast-refuel system.</i></p> <p><i>The FIA will determine the maximum output of the AMG 6.3-litre V8<br /> front-mid engine with dry sump lubrication on the "Balance of Performance"<br /> principle. This is intended to ensure that all the racing cars taking part<br /> have an equal chance. The classification process, during which the kerb<br /> weight is also determined, will be completed in 2010. Power transmission in<br /> the GT3 variant is by a sequential six-speed racing transmission with<br /> steering wheel shift paddles and an integrated multi-disc locking<br /> differential. As in the standard SLS AMG, the transmission is located at the<br /> rear axle: the engine and transmission are connected by a torque tube within<br /> which a carbon-fibre shaft rotates at the engine speed, as in the roadgoing<br /> version.</i></p> <p><i>The wheels are located by a double-wishbone suspension of forged<br /> aluminium at the front and rear. Adjustment facilities for the springs and<br /> shock absorbers, the suspension height, the stabilisers, the track width and<br /> camber allow an individual setup for the racetrack. Rack-and-pinion steering<br /> with a more direct ratio and speed-sensitive servo assistance make for<br /> extremely agile handling. Behind the central-locking AMG light-alloy wheels,<br /> a composite steel racing braking system with racing ABS ensures outstanding<br /> deceleration.</i></p> <p><strong><i>Functional racing car atmosphere in the interior</i></strong><i><br /><br /> The interior of the SLS AMG GT3 is dominated by a functional racing car<br /> atmosphere: the steel rollover cage not only ensures the driver's safety,<br /> but also adds additional reinforcement to the aluminium spaceframe. Another<br /> eye-catching feature is the racing bucket seat with a six-point seat belt<br /> and HANS system (Head and Neck Support). The central display is perfectly<br /> positioned in the driver's field of vision, and shows all the relevant<br /> information such as speed, engine rpm, operating temperatures, lap times and<br /> the selected gear. The open-top racing steering wheel with gearshift paddles<br /> makes perfect vehicle control possible.</i></p> <p><i>Additional controls are located on the centre console. This is where the<br /> driver can not only start the AMG V8 engine or adjust the traction control,<br /> but also select reverse gear or - if the worst comes to the worst - activate<br /> the integrated fire extinguisher system. The adjustment control for the<br /> brake balance is located on the torque tube tunnel.</i></p></div><br /></span><p>

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