2011 Rolls-Royce 102EX Phantom Experimental Electric

The 2011 Rolls-Royce 102EX Phantom Experimental Electric is the world’s first-ever battery electric car made by the Rolls-Royce motors. Also known as the “Phantom EE (Experimental Electric)” car, the 102EX is considered as Rolls-Royce’s vastly improved model since its launch last year.

The Phantom EE has ground-breaking features such as “Aluminum Spaceframe” which is crucial in regulating the overall quiet ride of the car. Aside from the spaceframe, the Phantom EE also has distinct features such as a “6-Speed Gearbox” and “V12 Patrol Engine”. The gearbox was recently replaced with two electric motors and lithium battery packs to tightly mount the car’s rare side frames. The Phantom EE’s battery packs are made from combined cobalt, nickel, and manganese. The battery holds an average density of 230Wh/kg which is crucial in regulating battery recharges.

According to Ian Cameron, Chief Designer for Rolls-Royce motors, the Phantom EE’s overall concept and design complements well with the natural essence of the car in terms of light, space and other engine materials. Rolls-Royce Chairman and CEO Torsten Otvos spearheaded the official launching of the Phantom EE in Europe. The launching coincided with the “Global Driving Awareness” program in Asia, Middle East and North and South America.

May 26, 2011 at 4:00 am | 6 comments

2011 Nissan Esflow Concept

The 2011 Nissan Esflow Concept is one of the highly innovative cars released by Nissan Motors. The Esflow is basically created to regulate the use of “Zero Emission”. The latter is considered as Nissan’s advocacy program for environmental awareness. Unlike most sports cars, the Esflow is not classified as an existing Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicle.

The Esflow’s overall design was derived from an existing technology. The aluminum chassis is made from “power train units” which are commonly installed in the Nissan LEAF. The Esflow comes in a “rear-wheel” driving system which allows the running of two motors simultaneously. The car’s vibrant proportions are carefully attached above the rear-wheel’s axis to create a “mid-ship position”. The car’s battery packs are made from “Lithium-Ion” which is also found in the Nissan LEAF. The battery packs are placed along the front axis in the rear wheels.

The Esflow’s interior features play a very significant role in ecology today. The car’s cabin has a clean appearance and the rest of the interior components are tightly upholstered with steel frames. The seats meanwhile are made from upholstered gold suede and leather. The doors are thoroughly trimmed with dark blue suede colors for sophisticated look.

May 26, 2011 at 4:00 am | 8 comments

2011 G-Power BMW X6 M Typhoon S

No other name is fitting for the speed and power of the G-Power BMW X6 M Typhoon S. Its name sounds legendary.

The G-POWER BMW X6 M TYPHOON S stands above the rest because of its recalibrated front skirt. Redesigned like a Da Vinci painting to imitate the G-POWER TYPHOON wide-body kit, the front skirt with bigger air intakes gives the car the look of the BMW X6 M. The aesthetic factor in the equilibrium look of the X6 TYPHOON S is the G-POWER bonnet made of carbon fiber.

The Venturi-effect engine bay vent is utilized to cool the car while moving and the ABS grilles are used for stationary ventilation. The engine bay and ABS grilles guarantee better engine dissipation of hot air made by the turbochargers.

The BMW X6 M TYPHOON S not only catches attention but delivers high speed and power. It has a remarkable 725 hp that can race to a top speed of 300 km/h and can accelerate to a speed of 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds. Optimized networked channels run across the turbochargers and cylinder heads to lessen pressure and shock losses.

The result is an upgrade to 170 hp, taking the total upgrade to a superb 725 hp at 6,000 r/min and 890 Nm of torque as of 1,500 r/min. The price range of the machine ranges from €6, 990 to €13, 526.05 including all the upgrades.

May 22, 2011 at 5:27 pm | 1 comment

2011 Artega SE

The Artega SE delivers luxury, beauty, science, engineering, and uniquness in its machines. Made for beauty and powered like no other engine on Earth, the Artega SE cruises the race track and the road like the wind. It stands alone blows rises against the tide. Its beautifully crafted body and its genetically engineered engine is second to none.

The Artega SE uses a state-of-the-art battery that breezes by competition. A total of 16 batteries with lithium ion polymer cells are integrated into the Artega SE’s body. Each module contains 12 batteries, and operates autonomously. 12 modules are located at the back of the machine and 4 in front. The water cooled batteries produce 37 kilowatt/hours and a nominal voltage of 350 V. The batteries can recharge conventionally on household electricity using a plug at the back of the car. The recharging time is reduced when park stations or special parking lots integrate recharging facilities. The batteries can be charged in 90 minutes.

A unique setting of the Artega SE is its recuperation settings. The toggle switches on the steering wheel can manipulate the recuperation rate when the driver removes his or her foot from the accelerator. The toggle settings range from about 75 kW to zero recuperation, a level called “sailing.” This setting gives the driver the ability to modify the characteristics of the acceleration to match the needs or wants of the driver.

May 20, 2011 at 5:27 pm | No comment

2011 BAC MONO

Cool cars have never been cooler like the BAC (Briggs Automotive Company) MONO. Car enthusiasts all over the world have drooled over the magic that the BAC MONO brings. It has racecar technology that can be used on the road by any racecar enthusiast.

It has a horse power of 520 bhp/ton and speeds to 60 mph in 2.8 seconds! And the MONO zooms to 100 mph in 6.7 seconds. The MONO’s max speed reaches an astounding 170 mph. The car is also made of science and art brought by the Brigg’s brothers’ expertise and experience with Ford, Porsche, and Mercedes-Benz.

The car’s engine has a capacity of 2.3 liter inline-4, natural aspiration, a torque of 207 lb-ft, and has a weight of 1, 190 lbs.

The cool car MONO is a machine that is designed superbly with carbon fiber and tubular steel safety cell. The immense power of the MONO comes from its 280 hp, 2.3-litre Cosworth unit, mated to an electronically-controlled, paddle-shift, six-speed sequential Hewland transmission with limited-slip differential.

The braking is designed by AP Racing, the bespoke HRT alloy wheels is made by OZ Racing, the public road legal track tires by Kumho, and the vehicle electronics and instrumentation by GEMS.

May 19, 2011 at 5:27 pm | 9 comments

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