Lamborghini brought a surprise by showing their new car named Terzo Millennio Concept sometime ago. This concept car is a supercar that has been designed for the third millennium and created in partnership with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Lamborghini Terzo Millennio has an advanced electric powertrain, a very light structure and a very aerodynamic exterior. The advanced powertrain used consists of 4 electric motors powered by supercapacitor and energy storage devices built in body panels.
To achieve this, the car will use carbon fiber nanotubes and very thin batteries that can be made in various shapes and sandwiched between two panels. Lamborghini did not specify, but said the configuration promises a fast recharge time aided by a sophisticated kinetic energy regeneration system.
Left side view of Lamborghini Terzo Millennio Concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2nmDdQH)
Given that the combination of carbon fiber and high-tech batteries has the potential to cause cracks and breaks, so to prevent it Lamborghini and MIT attempt to develop self-recoverable carbon fibers effectively.
Rear three quarter of Lamborghini Terzo Millennio Concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2nmDdQH)
This is a futuristic technology that can not be realized by Lamborghini in the near future. But the Lamborghini department of research and development noted that the technology is a work in progress and some components are close to reality.
As said by Lamborghini CEO, Stefano Domenicali that Lamborghini Terzo Millennio is the dream of future generations. He further said the MIT collaboration with the Lamborghini Research department is an excellent opportunity to do what Lamborghini has done very well, re-establishing the standard of super sports cars. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOEXPRESS]
Reportedly, Rimac's next electric supercar will emerge at the Geneva Motor Show exhibition to be held in March 2018 and also known as the continuation of their previous electric supercar with internal code called 'Concept Two'.
Rimac Concept Two teased ahead of Geneva 2018 debut. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2BAt73V)
As qouted from AutoExpress, the front of the car looks similar to that of the outgoing Concept_One, with a similar sculpted front bonnet and headlights, but a revised front grille can be seen. Rimac is an automotive company from Croatia having a view to achieving further growth in the supercar variant, especially in plans to join Manhatan Motorcars, which will entered the automotive sales channel in the United States.
Rimac Concept_One at the Geneva Motor Show 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1Y2mY8)
According to Monica Mikac, Chief Operating Officer of Rimac the Concept_One is only produced as many as 8 units, plus 2
models of Concept S. In contrast to Concept_One, Rimac wants to build
more hypercar next, with a production target of 100 cars and estimated
sales of 20 units in its first year.
Rimac Concept S at the Geneva Motor Show 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1Y2na6)
The Concept_One performance will be emerge as the car with a spectacular performance. And with the presence of Concept_One which will directly become the rival of Tesla Roadster 2020, which both developed in the electric supercar class.
The Concept_One has a powertrain of 4 electric motors, with power generated reaching 1.088 hp. So as to achieve peak acceleration of 354 kph, and takes 2.5 seconds to reach speeds of 96 kpj from rest. Cruising range is also claimed to be able to reach 349 km for a single battery charge. And also it depends on how the car is driven. And reportedly also Concept_One will be pegged at US $ 980 thousand or reach Rp. 13 billion. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | EXPRESS]
Ferrari F12 Berlinetta name is certainly known as Ferrari front-engined product that has the most ferocious power and continue the tradition of Ferrari V12 engine. However, the age of rival of Lamborghini Aventador supercarthat has been made since 2012 is already aging, and of course the supercar manufacturer based in Maranello, Italy is certainly prepared a replacement.
Therefore, the successor of the F12 was named Ferrari 812 Superfast officially launch from the city of Maranello, the location of the Prancing Horse headquarters are. It comes with a different look than the previous F12, these Ferrari 812 Superfast evolves and gets new bumpers and lights, with power reaching 800 HP and 718 Nm of torque.
The figure is obtained from the Naturally-Aspirated V12 engine with a capacity of 6.5 liters, which rises 200 cc from F12's engine. This machine will also be the last Naturally-aspirated engine from Ferrari. As a result, Ferrari 812 Superfast can accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in 2.9 seconds with a maximum speed to touch the number 340 km / hour.
Meanwhile, the transmission section gets a double automatic clutch unit with 7 speeds that have been designed to be able to switch gears in quick time. To streamline the 812 Superfast movement in cornering, Ferrari adds an electric power steering technology that accompanies the Slide Slip Control system, as well as the Virtual Short Wheelbase, so that the rear wheels of the 812 Superfast can also be cornered.
The puzzle of causing the collapse of Mayan civilization slowly encountered a bright spot. Recent research reveals that social instability, war, and political crisis are the triggers. The findings are based on a radiocarbon dating test at one of the largest sites of the Mayan at Ceibal, Guatemala.
Mayan's ancientsettlement at Ceibal, Guatemala. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2DzS05t)
Known, there are two eras of Mayan civilization era. The first destruction is known as classical destruction, occurring in the 9th century. The second or pre-classic destruction occurred in the 2nd century. During this time, because both collapse is still mysterious. Now, scientists find the cause of both the same.
"We found the same pattern in both cases of Mayan civilization destruction, and, this is not just a simple ruin, but it consists of a wave of destruction," said Takeshi Inomata, a researcher from the University of Arizona.
"Firstly, there was a wave of minor destruction that preceded, associated with war and some political instability, and then a major destruction in which many centers of Mayan civilization were abandoned," Inomata said.
Recovery ever had occurred, but again destroyed.
This finding is an important milestone after a decade of research. The results of this research provide a clearer picture of the process of the occurrence of destruction.
"We have reached a point when we can see the social patterns of Mayan civilization with the exact radiocarbon dating," Inomata said. The findings are published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | TRIBUNNEWS]
Not a little money that was poured to modify Toyota Vios Limo sedan in 2012 to be two-headed. Some time ago this car was viral when ticketed by police in Sukajadi Street, Bandung.
And the owner claimed to have predicted it and he was resigned when ticketed by the police. Roni Gunawan (71) as the car owner also claimed to spend up to Rp. 200 million to realize his crazy idea.
2 unit of Toyota Vios Limo sedans belonging to Roni Gunawan (71) which modified to become a two-headed sedan in his workshop, Babakan Cibeureum Street, Bandung. (Picture from: TribunNews)
"If the total amount of car modifications funds alone reached Rp.180 million for two cars and for two-headed car modification spent around Rp.60 million," said Roni when met at his workshop at Babakan Cibeureum Street, Bandung on Thursday, January 17, 2018.
Roni said the manufacturing process done by Gemah Ripah Taxi mechanics who is well acquainted with these Toyota Vios Limo sedan. The car modifications take up to three months.
2
unit of Toyota Vios Limo sedans belonging to Roni Gunawan (71) which
modified to become a two-headed sedan in his workshop, Babakan Cibeureum
Street, Bandung. (Picture from: TheSun)
"When the process of modification, engine vehicles and the interior is removed and cleaned, leaving only the car body alone, the engine was first removed to facilitate the merging of two car heads," said Roni.
The process of making it astonishing because the car body cut is actually done manually by welding specialist mechanics. And according to him, two cars cut in the middle by way of weld and combined again by using welding.
"The combined process must be done careful so that the precision and the pieces are neat and the same height, not to the high side, for this process takes up to two months," said Roni. So, where did the idea of such peculiar and unique modifications begin? Roni just call a fad only.
"At first it was fun, the idea came out in a dreamy day in the bathroom, so there are two idle cars that are not used, so they are hesitant because they were afraid to fail , after they were given time, they tried and found they could, "Roni said. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | TRIBUNNEWS | THESUN ]
2017 has been a year of various tech improvements across several industries, including car manufacturing. Vehicles unveiled this year have been competing with one another via navigation features, cruise control settings, parking assistance and audio systems. Cars are not only getting safer and easier to drive but also more comfortable and user-friendly. We have handpicked the best high-tech cars of 2017 that got the best reviews and were in the news for months.
1. Tesla Model 3
The much anticipated and awaited Model 3 from Tesla does not seem to have disappointed customers. The car has a more affordable price point than the previous models and boasts a range of approximately 215 miles. This is a roomy midsize sedan that did not sacrifice comfort for the aesthetics. The standard battery starts at $35,000 and has a top speed of 130 mph. It can go from 0 to 60 mph in 5.6 seconds. The long range battery starts at $44,000 and will offer a range of approximately 310 miles. The top speed for this option is 140 mph, with the car being able to go from 0 to 60 mph in 5.1 seconds.
The Model 3 has onboard maps and navigation and comes fully equipped with Wi-fi internet connectivity. It incorporates Bluetooth streaming and calling. It also comprises power adjustable side mirrors, a 12-volt power outlet and voice activated controls. Drivers can use remote climate control and keyless entry via the Tesla app. The vehicle is equipped with 12 ultrasonic sensors responsible for safety such as automatic braking and collision avoidance.
2. BMW 5 Series
The newest BMW is a midsize sedan thatwill sport a brand new cruise control system which boasts highly accurate precision. In addition, it will also comprise blind spot detection, autopilot mode, assist control for lane centering an integral active steering and side sonar function that allows for long distance driving with the driver keeping their hands on the wheels lightly. The new generation of BMW vehicles will have carbon fiber reinforcements.
3. Chevrolet Equinox
The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox sports a 1.5 liter turbocharged 4 cylinder engine and a 6 speed automatic transmission. A stylish crossover SUV, the Equinox is fuel efficient and super roomy. The new model is lighter than any of its predecessors by approximately 400 pounds (or roughly 10%). The vehicle has the ability to tow 3,500 pounds as opposed to the 2,000 that others in its class can handle.
Optional safety features for the new Chevvy include lane assist and departure warning, blind spot alert, vibrating seat for the driver, forward collision warning and rear cross traffic alert. The Equinox surprises customers with high tech features such as 80inch LCDs, Android Auto and Wi-fi hotspot available for multi-users.
4.Toyota Prius
Widely known for its impressive fuel economy, Toyota Prius 2017 comprises more safety technologies and the safety suite for driver assistance. The vehicle offers impressive cargo room and is super comfortable to drive and ride. The Safety Sense that cost almost $2,000 in 2016 is now standard with the Toyota Prius 2017. The suite incorporates forward collision warning that includes auto emergency braking, pedestrian detection, lane departure alert that helps you stay in your lane and an adaptive cruise control system that automatically keeps the distance between your car and the vehicle driving in front of you.
The Toyota Prius 2017 boasts 50 MPG on the highway and 54 MPG in the city. The hybrid is available for $25,000 and guarantees dependability, fuel economy and high tech features. The rearview camera and the top tier crash test scores make the vehicle a safe choice if you are interested in buying a hybrid. The vehicle might not have high end aesthetics that other 2017 cars can boast, but it can be improved with customized lights or bulbs.
5. Audi A4
The performance and features galore of the 2017 Audi A4 don’t come cheap. The tech features boasted by the A4 situate the vehicle far above other competitors. The car comprises the MMI infotainment system (Audi Multimedia Interface) that has a 7 inch screen and incorporates support for both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The price for the Audi A4 2017 starts at $35,000. The high price point can be explained by the multitude of tech features, the perfect balance between comfort and performance, the luxurious interior and the roomy rear seat space.
Both the aesthetics and the feel of the A4 are luxurious. The car has a seven speed auto transmission and a four-cylinder engine. It boasts 24-27 MPG in the city and 31-37 MPG on the highway.
In Conclusion
When buying a car, one of the most important aspects to pay attention to is technology. Whether it’s an electric or a hybrid car, each vehicle has its advantages and disadvantages when it comes to infotainment interfaces, connectivity and apps, audio, navigation and safety features. It’s up to you to decide which car model best suits your needs both from a practical and aesthetical perspective. *** [By:JOHN STUART| EDITOR : EKA]
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