The 2011 Rolls-Royce 102EX Electric Concept Car was designed with the same look as the innovative Rolls-Royce Phantom, with the key difference of being the first electric car ever made by this prestigious manufacturer.

This one of a kind car is only intended to be an example to demonstrate to the world audience the potential of electric cars for the future.

It has been displayed worldwide, at venues including Geneva Switzerland and the Los Angeles Auto Show. A few critics were also allowed to test drive the 2011 Rolls-Royce 102EX while it was in Los Angeles, and were stunned by the performance of this electric concept car.

Performance

The 6.7 liter V-12 engine has been replaced by two 145 kilowatt motors are located near the rear wheels of the car, giving 590 pounds per foot of torque.

The battery capacity is rated at 71 kilowatt-hours, higher than any other electric car available.

Tests have demonstrated that the Rolls-Royce Phantom Experimental Car has a potential capacity to run for 200km before requiring an additional recharge.

The acceleration of this car from 0-60mph has been clocked within less than eight seconds, and it delivers a top speed of 160 kilometers per hour.

Exterior

The eye-catching finish of the Experimental Phantom was achieved with sixteen layers of paint that contained ceramic nano particles, four of which are the color Atlantic Chrome, giving a highly-reflective sheen to the final product.

Additional Features

Some additional fun features of the Experimental Phantom include a display showing how much power is being regenerated while you’re driving the car. The car also contains an experimental kind of leather that is entirely chrome free, called Corinova that is used to make unique, chestnut colored seats.

Corinova leather requires less paint finish, thus producing less waste than standard leathers. The car is also rechargeable via a completely new technology called induction charging, in which no physical connection is necessary to charge the batteries. All of these new developments will only be further refined in the bright future of the ultimate in electric luxury automobiles.

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Get ready for Ford’s newest contribution to the world of fuel efficient cars. The 2013 Ford C-Max Energi will come blasting with a great performance that will leave consumers breathless.

The C-Max Energi is anticipated to give better fuel efficiency in its electric mode. It is also rumored to give better fuel consumption than the Prius plug in hybrid of Toyota. This new car also has a total of 500 mile driving range than the Chevrolet’s Volt. Ford is truly raising the bar for future hybrid cars around the globe. Here are some of the great benefits of this new car from Ford.

Efficiency

This new car from Ford has a power split technology that allows the vehicle to reach top speeds than any other hybrid cars. This C-Max hybrid is one of the first multi-activity vehicle and dedicated hybrid in Ford’s lineup of cars.

It will give future owners the complete package that they are looking for. Fuel efficiency plus range without compromising the driving performance is the best deal you can get from Ford.

Impressive Technology

The car has a great hands-free lift gate that allows people to get to the cargo area without keys. You won’t have to worry about getting your keys out while carrying a lot of things.

A key fob will help the car engage a soft kicking motion of the user to the car’s rear bumper. This will then open the lift gate for easier access. This same motion can also be used to close the lift gate.

Safety Features

The Sync 911 Assist in the Ford C-Max will give owners the assurance of getting immediate help in case of an emergency. This feature will connect the driver to a local 911 operator in the event that an accident happens where the airbag of the car deploys.

MyKey is also a great feature in this new car which will put parents at ease whenever their teenager goes out. Parents will be able to limit the speed that the car can engage in and a warning sound if the driver is not wearing a seatbelt.

Specifications

Looking for a luxury vehicle with outstanding performance capabilities is quite easy.

If you’re aiming for a luxury vehicle with the kind of performance that combines speed with a plush interior needed for the comfort of the driver and passenger; very few can really offer the car that has both qualities.

Performance

Porsche has collaborated with Hamann-Motorsport to come up with an innovative vehicle that is engineered to fit the driver’s needs. The 2012 Hamann Porsche Panamera Cyrano is created with a bonnet design that allows optimized airflow which reduces the lift at the front axle. Its engine management system is developed to increase the engine’s total output by 80 horsepower. Thus, a total of 580 horsepower can be obtained with this supercar. That’s a kind of performance that is very difficult to match.

Exterior

Aside from technical enhancements in terms of the car’s output, the design of the exterior is also considered to be an eye catcher, particularly, the wheels with special suspensions. Moreover, these wheels are lightweight, thus, adding to the overall performance of the vehicle and also contributes to its sportiness. Side skirts are also incorporated which steadies the airflow across the side and also has an added stylish look.

There are a wide variety of sports cars in the market. However, it takes an expert to really know the sophistication and performance capabilities of each model. The Hamann Porsche Panamera Cyrano is a car that covers every aspect that a luxury sports vehicle must have. It is a sports car worthy of the name.

Specifications

The 2012 Hyundai i40 sedan is available in three trims known as Active, Style and Premium.

Each trim includes 16″ alloy wheels, phone and audio controls fitted on the steering wheel, electrically heated side mirrors, electrically powered windows front and rear and an electric parking brake that includes an function to automatically hold. The side mirrors are also electrically adjustable and fold-able.

Performance

There are three different engine choices depending on the trim. These are a 1.6-liter and a 2-liter gas engine or a 1.7-liter diesel option. The car has a 6-speed manual transmission with optional automatic transmission and steering wheel paddle control available on the Premium version.

Interior & Accessories

The car is roomy and the 60/40 split rear seats are comfortable even with three adults. Both the driver and front passenger seats are electrically adjustable and have built-in lumbar support. The Premium model includes memory functions on the driver’s seat.

The i40 has Bluetooth connectivity and includes voice recognition technology for added safety. A touchscreen navigation system is included as standard on the Style and Premium trims.

The rear view camera displays its images on the screen. The screen also shows guide lines to assist in reversing into narrow spaces. These trims also include front and rear parking sensors.

The Active trim has air-conditioning while the other trims have dual zone climate control and an automatic mist clearing system for the front window. The car is fitted with Hyundai’s Blue Drive system, designed to give greater fuel economy.

Green

This system has an eco function that automatically cuts the engine when the car is not moving and automatically restarts when the accelerator pedal is pushed. The system has an indicator that advises the driver of the best time to change gear. Using these tools effectively helps the diesel version to manage nearly 55 mpg.

The Premium version of the 2012 Hyundai i40 allows for keyless entry and has a start/stop button for the engine. Useful information on each journey is displayed on the full color, centrally mounted LCD screen.

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Mercedes Benz has always been known to stir the imagination with high quality cars that possess a combination of luxury and speed. Among their recent models, only a few have created a larger stir than their CLS. Best known for being a “4 door coupe”, its styling has been well received by both fans and critics alike.

When the new generation of the CLS was unveiled late in 2010, it had quite huge shoes to fill. After all, more than 170,000 CLS models have been sold in a span of six years, and on the process created a new styling niche that is completely theirs.

Exterior & Interior

Sure, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS550 retains that 4 door coupe styling that made it so popular with the masses. But this car is a completely new model that is designed to build on the strong tradition of the original. A front end that is apparently inspired by the retro-inspired supercar SLS sets the tone for the new design. Still up front, the CLS is the first production car ever to use full LED lights on their headlight system. The same outline that made the CLS special was retained, but they are reformatted to present a smoother, more aggressive feel.

Performance

To round of the car, the interior is the recipient of a classic yet progressive arrangement from the seats down to the instruments, true to the tradition of Mercedes Benz. And a 5.5 liter twin turbo engine producing 402 horsepower provides the muscle for this muscular device. The 2011 Mercedes Benz CLS550 is on a class of its own, just like the modern legend that it replaced.

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