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2011 Mustang GT: New 5.0 Ti-VCT V8

yanko16 — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 17:38:53 GMT

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The 2011 Ford Mustang GT features the new 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 engine. A symphony of high technology that delivers 412 horsepower and 390 lb.-ft. of torque.* Find out how.

*Achieved with premium fuel.

New Porsche 911 Turbo 2010 Generation 2 - Engine Technology

yanko16 — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 17:32:13 GMT

TSI TECHNOLOGY

yanko16 — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 17:29:16 GMT

Following the success of its TDI and FSI engines, Volkswagen is launching the latest in a line of pioneering inventions with the introduction of TSI petrol technology.FSI uses the direct injection of petrol into the combustion chamber to improve efficiency and hence reduce fuel consumption and emissions. Taking this further, TSI uses -- for the first time ever -- an FSI engine which is then dual-charged through a combination of an engine driven supercharger and an exhaust gas turbocharger arranged in series.The driving characteristics of the new TSI engine are improved over those of the current FSI unit. The belt-driven supercharger operates at the lower engine speeds, with the turbocharger coming in as engine speed increases. The result of this is excellent driveability and performance throughout the range with no turbo lag and high maximum torque.Key to the TSI's success is that direct injection allows an abnormally high compression ratio of 10:1 to be used in conjunction with high maximum boost pressure of up to 2.5 bar absolute. This enables the relatively small engine to use very high gearing to provide exceptional fuel efficiency for a petrol engine, particularly at motorway cruising speeds. As an additional bonus, the TSI engine provides driver enjoyment, producing high power and torque across a rev range from 1,000 to 6,500 rpm.The new TSI engine has a capacity of 1.4-litres (1,390 cc) and produces either 140 or 170 PS. The 170 PS version has the same peak power as a conventional 2.3-litre petrol unit but with 20 per cent lower fuel onsumption, returning 38.2 mpg on the combined cycle. It also produces impressive torque of 177 lbs ft (240 Nm) from 1,750 through to 4,500 rpm. All TSI engines drive through a manual six-speed gearbox. A DSG automatic option is also available with the 170 PS engine. This will be offered later in the year with the 140 PS unit.TSI technology has already received international acclaim, having been named Best New Engine of 2006 in the International Engine of the Year Awards. It also won the 1-litre to 1.4-litre category.For more infomation on TSI technology along with more European motor news that you want to read at EuropeanMotorNews.com Thank you for reading this post.

Rotary Engine How it Works

yanko16 — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 17:40:31 GMT

This animation provides a basic understanding of how the Rotary Engine is put together and how it works

Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid "Porsche Intelligent Performance

yanko16 — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 17:31:09 GMT

This is Porsche's revolutionary new supercar, which was unveiled at the 2010 Geneva Auto Show

Audi Cross Coupé quattro

yanko16 — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 19:45:02 GMT

Debuting at the Shangai Motor Show, the Audi Cross Coupé quattro is a compact crossover concept vehicle that shows the latest evolution of the brand's design language and previews the forthcoming production model.

The four-seat layout is based on the compact body of the A-class. With a length of 4.38 m, a width of 1.82 m and a wheelbase of 2.60 m, it is only slightly larger than the A3 Sportback.

The height of 1.60 m (18 centimetres higher than the Sportback) is typical of an SUV and gives the occupants an upright seating position.

The silhouette is typical Audi; the design of the study, painted in Liquid Silver, is reminiscent of the sporty models produced by the Ingolstadt brand. A new element is the fabric folding roof.

The Cross Coupé quattro is powered by a transversely installed four-cylinder inline TDI engine with common-rail fuel injection and piezo injectors.

It delivers a power output of 204 bhp and 400 Nm of torque, an average fuel consumption of 5.9 litres of diesel per 100 km.

The quattro permanent four-wheel drive system is combined with a Haldex clutch and the sporty S tronic dual-clutch gearbox, capable of executing gearshifts in few milliseconds.

The suspension system features a McPherson-strut front axle and a four-link rear axle.

Other technical highlights include ceramic brake discs, 20" wheels and a programmable drive select system, with three configurations for the engine, gearbox, steering and adaptive shock absorbers.

The Cross Coupé quattro will be unveiled by Audi at the At the Shanghai Motor Show (20-28 April 2007).

From the official Press Release:

The design

The design of the four-door study presents itself as a further step in the evolution of the current Audi style.

The prominent single-frame radiator grille, the proportions, with large areas of metal and narrow glazing at the sides, and the powerful rear end identify the SUV as a relative of the Audi Q7.

The robustlooking sill area with its colour offset and the heavily embossed dynamic line above it emphasise the vehicle's offroad character.

The study, painted in Liquid Silver, has a heavily segmented side area with gently climbing shoulder line and accentuated horizontal rear end. These elements are borrowed from the A5 coupé and are essential factors of this model's independence.

A typical Audi feature is the roof, gently curved and carried on the slim A and C pillars, evoking a coupé silhouette. Also typical of a coupé are the frameless doors with fully retracting windows.

And the short overhangs also help to make the overall proportions appear so dynamic.

As previously seen on the Audi Shooting Brake study, the trapeze of the large single-frame grille with its vertical slats gives the front end an emphatically selfassured appearance.

Particularly eye-catching are the three-dimensional main headlights, which incorporate LED technology. The reflector dishes concentrate the light to form a powerful, uniform beamwith a white tone.

Naturally, the daytime running lights, which take the form of a horizontal strip, also employ LED technology. In addition to its design qualities, this also provides for low level of energy consumption.

For the first time, the Audi Cross Coupé quattro employs LED technology for both headlights and cornering lights. Here, the lens, reflector and beam deflector are integrated in a single component. LED technology is also used for the mainbeam headlights.

Viewed from the rear, the shoulder areas are especially prominent, separating the side areas from the D pillars. The tailgate embraces both the sides and the rear.

The lights project deeply into both the side panels and the tailgate. The tailgate hinge is integrated into the roof rails. The tailgate itself opens up to reveal a wide, easy-to-load opening to the luggage compartment.

Here you can find the same multifunctional rail system that has been well proven ever since its debut in the A6 Avant. The volume of the luggage compartment is 450 litres when loaded up to the edge of the window.

The rear lights are deeply embedded in the body of the vehicle, underlining the study's innovative design. The transparent red covers in a supine U-shape give a clear view of the LED technology.

The area of the lights is segmented by delicate fins, indicating the very high degree of precision. Again here, the turn signal lights form narrow, horizontal strips. The Cross Coupé is instantly recognizable, even at night

The interior

The pale basic colour, off white, generates an impression of quality and a feeling of spaciousness.

In addition, clear contrasts between the different materials add to the visual and haptic surprises.

Seating is provided by individual seats in the front and a rear bench with two fullsize seats.

The complete seating system is upholstered in saddle brown leather.

The cockpit area is heavily inclined towards the driver – typical of a modern Audi.

The controls can be found here, while the front-passenger area is emphatically neat and architecturally clear-cut. In turn, the dashboard and doors are connected by flowing lines, while the cockpit itself is succinct and organically integrated.

A new element is the perforated trim strip in the dashboard, linking the centre console and the front-passenger area.

The perforated surface allows the air-conditioning system to provide indirect, draught-free ventilation through more than 4,600 holes.

Another innovation is the MMI control panel, which is operated by a touch pad. The monitor of the system employs, for the first time, dual-view technology. The system can produce different images for the driver and front-seat passenger. These images are only visible when viewed from a specific angle.

This allows the driver to read data from the on-board computer while the front passenger watches a TV programme, listening to the sound through headphones.

The ambient lighting with numerous light sources gives the interior a stylish ambience, even at night.

The large fabric folding roof can be opened and closed electrically. It opens up the view from the A pillar almost as far as the tailgate and across nearly the whole width of the roof.

2011 Honda CR-Z Development

yanko16 — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 18:58:08 GMT

A film charting the development of Honda's new, sporty hybrid coupe - the CR-Z. The film features the CR-Zs project leader, Norio Tomobe, and one of its chief engineers, Terukazu Torikai, who both provide an insight into the development process behind the new model.

ZF 8HP Hybrid automatic transmission

yanko16 — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:34:25 GMT

ZF 8-Speed Automatic Transmission

yanko16 — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:24:14 GMT

ZF has developed a new automatic transmission for cars with eight speeds that can achieve 11% fuel savings. The priority aim in development, however, was not the maximum number of gears, but minimum consumption.

ZF engineers had set the bar high to produce a new benchmark for automatic car transmissions. The second generation of the ZF 6HP 6-speed transmission, that entered production only in 2006, defines standards that are hard to top: reaction times faster than human perception, direct engine linkage by early-stage torque converter lock-up and intelligent, adaptive control software, that almost reads the driver's intentions from his foot. But the new transmission is capable of even more - it saves (even more) fuel. It also guarantees ultimate driving enjoyment, as well as the variability needed to be able to use future technologies.

ZF 7DT dual clutch transmission

yanko16 — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:09:48 GMT

ZF automatic transmission with double clutch, no torque converters. Has several modes of function. Manual, automatic, sport and supersport. Lanuch control...