Gemballa, an automotive tuner company from Germany which is generally known for cranking out hot Porsches and other projects under its namesake, and reportedly is now preparing their own supercar.
Gemballa announced it while not only dropping a supercar teaser but also opens up a search for new investors. This is the first time this German company has done since 2010.
Sketch design of Gemballa's upcoming supercar. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2MP19vU)
As quoted from Motor1, The company released little information about its new supercar other than a string of superlatives such as 'uncompromising,' 'radical,' 'pure,' and 'luxurious.'
Steffen Korbach, Gemballa's owner and managing director, said the car would feature an aggressive design with an engine making more than 800 horsepower. Those are bold claims.
From the teaser above, you can see the mid-engined supercar layout combined with aggressive aerodynamics and the super-sleek shape. Then there is a large air intake behind the door that slices the side of the supercar. It can be seen also massive wheel arches, whose attributes look slim.
2017 Gemballa Mirage GT was built taken base of Porsche Carrera GT. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2Rkn64y)
Although the teaser is just a design sketch which can be said as a hint at what the possible supercar could look like. It is still unclear whether this supercar will have a pre-ordered platform or borrow it from other manufacturers such as the Porsche and its-911.
The company says its first designs will be shown to select clients soon, and that we should see a prototype in 2020. If Gemballa's timeline is correct, production for its supercar could begin in 2022 with customer deliveries following. Hopefully, we'll know more soon about how Gemballa plans to crank out more than 800 hp from the car. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | GEMBALLA | MOTOR1 | AUTOBLOG] Note: This blog can be accessed via your smart phone.
In 2018, after giving birth to 99 units of Pagani Huayra supercar. And these supercar variant was declared to have entered its final production period. As a marker, the Italian manufacturer issued the latest model, namely Pagani Huayra L’Ultimo (L'Ultimo in Italian meaning "the last").
Pagani Huayra L'Ultimo is 100th and final Huayra coupe. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2WGgzr0)
As quoted from the DuPont Registry, this model was built specifically for Brett David, CEO of Prestige Imports (a Pagani dealership in Miami). And the car has been delivered to Miami in July 2018.
This supercar was built as a result of an eight-month collaboration between those Modena-based manufacturer and Brett David, by using Pagani's new technology that allows clients to customize of their car in a virtual 3D realm.
Pagani Huayra L’Ultimo uses a silver-green livery that resembles the livery of Petronas Mercedes-AMG F1 racing car driven by Lewis Hamilton in 2018. There are a number of additions to distinguish it from ordinary coupes, including larger front splitters and rear wings. The inside also uses the same color, paired with white-colored seating and of course some parts made of carbon fiber.
In the mechanical part nothing changes. Meaning, this supercar still uses a Mercedes-AMG 6.0 liter V12 twin turbo engine. This machine is capable of spraying power up to 720 hp at 5,800 rpm and 1,000 Nm of torque between 2,600 to 4,200 rpm. The car's transmission uses 7-speed Xtrac sequential automated manual transmission system.
Some automotive observers said that Huayra production isn't officially over. Pagani is still building the Huayra Roadster. We also don't believe that this here is actually the last coupe that the Italian firm will build. Yes, with enough cash in hand, you'll probably able to convince Pagani to build one more Huayra coupe. Hmm, worth to try if You desperately wanna have Huayra coupe. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | DUPONT REGESTRY | TOP GEAR]
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Gordon Murray is a name that is very closely related to the world of fast cars, many fast cars are produced based on his design. And now through a his-owned company named Gordon Murray Automotive, reportedly is preparing a new supercar figure which aimed to be "the last and greatest" analog supercar ever built.
T.50 Supercar by Gordon Murray Automotive. aimed to be "the last and greatest" analog supercar ever built. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2KLnKqE)
As quoted from Autoblog on Thursday, June 5, 2019, Gordon Murray Design Ltd has prepared a "T.50 Supercar" to tempt fans of speed. There's a hunk of the V12 engine with a capacity 3,900 liter pinned on this supercar and claimed to have the highest rotation speed and unparalleled weight distribution.
Professor Gordon Murray, CBE, Chairman of Gordon Murray Group. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2WAbmfq)
Manufacturers based in Surrey, England, believe that the Cosworth engine that will be installed in the center of this car. Its Cosworth V12 engine can scream up to 12,100 rpm, with penetrating power of up to 650 hp and 450 Nm of torque.
Those power channeled through a six-speed manual transmission system to drive rear wheels. While its driving position is like driving a land jet F1 racing car. The aerodynamic system is also designed to be able to split the wind and has never been found on a road car.
"I have no interest in carving records for top speed or acceleration. Our focus is on pure performance and driving unmatched in the supercar class - but the rest is sure to be faster," explained Professor Gordon Murray, CBE, Chairman of Gordon Murray Group.
The lightest weighting strategy for Gordon Murray T.50 uses a carbon-fiber structure and weighs only 980 kg (around 2,161 lbs). It's enough to carry two passengers in the cabin so that it still provides comfort, practicality and adequate loading of goods.
BMW’s affinity for ultra-modern design wasn’t wasted on the i8 as one of the brand’s most notorious hybrid sports cars and looks very futuristic in its standard form.
But Energy Motor Sport's "Army Edition" from EVE.RYN Garage takes the German roadster in an even more aggressive direction that's sure to turn heads.
The beastly 2019 BMW i8 'Army Edition' supercar. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2XeP6Mt)
The Japanese tuning house's mod of the hybrid supercar begins with a hand-crafted black front fender and new air intakes. Aggro styling continues with a high-gloss black accent on the hood, blacked-out side mirror caps and flared wheel arches that house blingy gold rims.
Left side view of 2019 BMW i8 'Army Edition' supercar with its gorgeous 'butterfly' doors opened. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2XeP6Mt)
To round out the adversarial i8, a special-designed carbon fiber diffuser and rear wing have been implemented alongside the car’s numerous aerodynamic upgrades made it in pararel to a Koenigsegg Jesko or Lamborghini Aventador looks. And the job ends with a muted coat of green paint and the brand's ENARMY watermarks.
Rear three quarter view of 2019 BMW i8 'Army Edition' supercar. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2XeP6Mt)
The turbocharged three-cylinder engine and eDrive motor have been left as is with the power details as follows, its conventional engine produces power of 231 hp and 143 hp from the electric motors.
It meaning that the Beamer spew total 370 horses and will still shoot it to 60 mph in a formidable 4.2 seconds. Not bad for a ride that gets 69 miles per gallon. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | ENERGY MOTOR SPORTS | MAXIM | HICONSUMPTION]
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KLM, the Dutch airline company reportedly is ready to fund the development of a new futuristic aircraft design. The concept features a V-shaped aircraft, where passengers can sit comfortably in those unique aircraft cabin. This aircraft design was then given the name 'Flying-V Plane'.
This new fuel effficient V-shaped plane named Flying-V will change air travel in the future. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2ZiCzF2)
As qouted from CNN on Tuesday, June 11, 2019, the name of the aircraft was taken from the name of the Gibson Flying V electric guitar which happened to have a shape similar to the aircraft.
And the Gibson Flying V guitar is known to have been used by many well-known musicians ranging from Jimi Hendrix, Keith Richards, and many others.
The Flying-V plane design was conceived by Justus Benad, who was a student at the Technical University of Berlin then developed by researcher at the Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2ZiCzF2)
The aircraft design integrates a passenger cabin that can accommodate up to 314 passengers in it, cargo space and fuel tank on the wing, and creates an unusual V-shape. With a branched cabin resembles the 'V' letter and each equipped with a turbofan engine, the aircraft design is claimed to be able to save fuel up to 20 percent when compared to Airbus A350-900 aircraft.
The Flying-V design with a branched cabin resembles the 'V' letter and each equipped with a turbofan engine. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2ZiCzF2)
Although the shape is different from other aircraft, the aircraft's wingspan is the same as the wingspan of an Airbus A350-900 aircraft. So that it allows the airport to accept these aircraft arrival same as another plane in general without the need to reconfigure or change the airport's ground facillity.
The initial design of this aircraft was conceived by a student at the Technical University of Berlin named Justus Benad. The design was then developed by researchers at the Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands..
The Flying-V aircraft design allows the airport to accept its arrival as same as another plane in general without the need to reconfigure or change in airport's ground facillity. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2ZiCzF2)
Project Leader of TU Delft, Roelof Vos said that this innovation was needed, especially to achieve greater efficiency while researchers developed technology for large-scale electric aircraft. Because, aircraft with less fuel will certainly also produce less pollution.
Pieter Elbers, CEO and President of KLM says, "In the past few years, KLM has developed as a pioneer in sustainability in the aviation industry. We are proud of the collaborative relationship between KLM and TU Delft which serves as an important milestone in efforts to improve sustainable flights."
The researchers hope they will be able to fly the Flying-V in September this year. While the unique aircraft cabin mock-up design will be shown to the public at Amsterdam's Schipol Airport in October 2019 as KLM's 100th anniversary celebration.
While for commercial use, the Flying-V is expected to be operational in the upcoming 2040 and 2050. Vos also revealed that the Flying-V design still requires rigorous testing. While in terms of the interior design of this aircraft, KLM is ready to release it next year. Let's wait for further news. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CNN | THE WONDERFUL ENGINEERING]
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Porsche, one of the leading automotive manufacturers from Germany, is currently entering the age of 71 years since it was first founded by Dr. Ferdinand Porsche on June 9, 1948.
Ferry Porsche (centre), his father Ferdinand Porsche (right) and Erwin Komenda (left), 1948, in front of the 356 No. 1 in Gmünd. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2IcKDll)
Of course, in that time frame, the German auto giant has a long journey in producing sports cars, ranging from small scale auto manufacturer up to becoming one of the icons of sports cars in the whole world. Besides that, Porsche also has a shiny reputation in the world's car racing.
And from the many models has produced, here are 10 of the most popular cars produced by Porsche.
1. Porsche 944 Turbo
Of the many Porsches that were born to this world, the Porsche 944 Turbo model is worthy of being placed at the top as the most beautiful car ever made by Porsche. Yes, this Porsche 944 series was produced in the span of 1982-1991. And the 944 Turbo began production in 1985 up to 1991.
This model uses a 2.5L engine that is mounted in front with a rear wheel drive system. The Porsche 944 Turbo engine is capable of producing 250bhp of power and is capable of accelerating from 0-100 km per hour in less than 6 seconds. Amazingly, those time record was printed by this car in the mid 1980s!
2. Porsche 356
Porsche 356 is the first car built by Ferdinand Porsche and produced from 1948 up to 1965. This is a Porsche model with a design that can be said to be timeless model.
Dr. Porsche took the philosophy of the bee (which he designed by himself) and made a cool sports car after the second world war. Under the hood is hidden a 35bhp capacity engine capable of carrying the Porsche 356 up to speeds of 135 kilometers per hour.
3. Porsche 901
Porsche 901 is the first 911 Porsche. Then why is it called 901? Well, that's because the first batch of the real 911 was 901 until Peugeot raised an objection because it involved a trademark claimed by the French manufacturer. As is known, Peugeot registered all their product trademarks with a number '0' in the middle.
And there are only 82 units of Porsche 901 ever made and all of them are now very rare and are sought after by Porsche collectors.
4. Porsche 550 Spyder
Seeing Porsche 550 Spyder, of course our memories will immediately be carried over to the figure of James Dean (one of Hollywood handsome actors in the 1950s). Yes, behind the wheel of this car, the most popular Hollywood actor in his day died by an accident.
Porsche 550 Spyder is a legend in the car racing community. This car is faster than the Porsche 356 model as well as the first Porsche car with a mid-engine range. And the Porsche 550 Spyder is one of the most famous sports cars in the world today.
5. Porsche 914
Porsche 914 was an entry level Porsche at that time. This model also opens a new market that allows more consumers to buy the Porsche brand.
Porsche 914 uses a drive from the Volkswagen Beetle and has a sliced ??body with the Targa roof. Although its existence is not so appreciated in its time, and the car has become a favorite of fans around the world, especially those who like to take their cars to the race track every weekend.
6. Porsche 959
The Porsche 959 is undoubtedly the most powerful and most sophisticated car when it was launched in 1986. This car was produced until 1992. The Porsche 959 is a limited edition model, totaling only 345 units.
This model is equipped with a 2.85 liter 6 cylinder engine powered by 444bhp. This machine can drive up to a top speed of 319 kilometers per hour. The might of the Porsche 959 was overshadowed by the Ferrari F40 who arrived afterwards.
7. Porsche Carrera GT
Porsche Carrera GT is known as the best manual gearbox ever made. Carrera GT has a V10 configured racing engine that is installed in the middle and wrapped in a carbon body. Carrera GT is only available in the targa model.
Porsche Carrera GT is a vehicle ridden by Hollywood actor Paul Walker while having an accident and died some time ago. Carrera GT was produced between 2003 and 2007. The total production was 1,270 units. This model is produced at the Porsche factory in Leipzig, Germany.
8. Porsche RS line
Porsche RS lines can be said as the car with the best driving sensation in the world. There was nothing bad since Porsche released the RS series, starting from Porsche 3.2 Carrera RS in the 1970s up to the first Porsche GT3 RS model in the 1990s and Porsche GT2 RS (widow maker) model a decade ago and the latest Porsche GT2 and GT3 RS models.
Porsche Boxster was produced from 1996 until now. This model is also known as the Cayman, 718 Boxster and 718 Cayman. This model is produced at Porsche factories in Stuttgart (Zuffenhausen), Germany (1996-present), Uusikaupunki, Finland (Valmet, 1997-2011), and Osnabruck, Germany (2012-present).
Porsche Boxster is an entery level sports car produced by Porsche, now one of the iconic sports cars in the world. Until now, Boxster has been produced in four generations. The latest Boxster model in 2017 is equipped with a 2.5L (2,397cc) engine powered by 366PS (361bhp) with 430 Nm of torque. This car has a top speed of 290 kilometers per hour.
10. Porsche Cayenne
This is the Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) that can be said to save a Porsche from the brink of bankruptcy. The Cayenne began production in 2002 until now in Bratislava, Slovakia (Volkswagen Bratislava Plant) 2002-2016, Osnabruck, Germany (Volkswagen Osnabruck Plant) 2015-2017, and Bratislava, Slovakia, 2017 - until now.
The first generation of this model was produced from 2003 to 2011, the second generation (2012-2017), and the third generation (2018-present). The last generation entered the production line in 2019. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MOTOR1]
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The idea of making a Lamborghini car that was able to cross the off-road terrain had long been sparked and its peak could be seen in the Lamborghini Urus figure today. While the first Lamborghini's SUV was made in the 1980s named the Lamborghini LM002 SUV.
Even a few years before, a Lamborghini's test driver Bob Wallace modified two models to create desert-going high performance sports cars, ie the Jarama Rally and Urraco Rally in the 1970s.
A new off-road sportscar concept of Lamborghini named Huracán Sterrato. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2IFsvzt)
Well, now the Italian raging-bull logoed automotive manufacturer is trying once more to make a new sports car concept for the off-road terrain which is given a name Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato. In Italian 'Sterrato' means a dirt road.
Huracán Sterrato was built by taking the base of the Huracán Evo combined with the Urus features. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2IFsvzt)
"Huracán Sterrato shows Lamborghini's commitment to a more sure future. The super sports car with off-road capabilities shows the superiority of Huracán and can provide a unique driving experience and performance," said Maurizio Reggiani, Chief Technical Officer of Automobili Lamborghini.
Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato carries a 5.2-liter V10 natural-aspirated petrol engine. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2IFsvzt)
Yes, the Huracán Sterrato was built by taking the base of the Huracán Evo combined with the Lamborghini Urus features. As is well known, the Lamborghini Huracán Evo has just been launched by these Italian premium automotive manufacturer.
Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato's engine able to spray up to 640 horsepower and 442 pound-feet of torque. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2IFsvzt)
Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato carries a 5.2-liter V10 natural-aspirated petrol engine which able to spray up to 640 horsepower and 442 pound-feet of torque. And in order to support its performance, the supercar will also feature four-wheel drive, four-wheel steering, torque vectoring and the Lamborghini Dinamica Veicolo Integrata (LDVI) suspension modifications.
Huracán Sterrato's ground clearance rises 1.9 inches from the standard Huracán. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2IFsvzt)
While the ground clearance of this car rises 1.9 inches from the standard Huracán, and for the front and rear tracks is also 1.2 inches wider. Then the front approach angle is claimed to be one percent better, while the rear approach angle increases 6.5 percent.
Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato's front and rear tracks is also 1.2 inches wider. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2IFsvzt)
Sterrato is also equipped with wide shoulder blocks, underbody reinforcements, side skirts, protectors on the air intake and engine, mud guard made of protective composite to ensure the integrity of the body when used in off-road terrain. Lambhorghini said that the "protective composite" part made of carbon fiber and elastromeric resin which was resistant to rocks and gravel. Then there is another addition that is quite striking, namely the installation of the LED light bar on the roof rack and two other additional LEDs on the front body muzzle.
For the legs, this car uses a rim with a diameter of 20 inches that is different from the standard Huracán, and wrapped in tires that have a unique threads specifically made for off-road terrain. And to accommodate wider tires and tracks, Sterrato is equipped with bolt-on fenders that are equipped with an air intake. In addition, this car also features the aluminum-made functional skid plates on the front, sides and rear.
Huracán Sterrato's front approach angle is claimed to be one percent better, while the rear approach angle increases 6.5 percent. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2IFsvzt)
As for the interior, Lamborghini says it will complete the Huracán Sterrato with titanium roll cage, as well as aluminum floors, and four-point seat belts with carbon. And Lamborghini's R & D Division also ensures that it will continue to make other innovations in the future. Unfortunately until now, Lamborghini has not provided an official statement when it will produce the Huracán Sterrato.
And if it is produced, it seems that this car is very suitable for the rich automotive enthusiasts who want to enjoy the sensation of driving on the off-road terrain by using Lamborghini supercars. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | LAMBORGHINI | DIGITAL TRENDS]
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There are many James Bond fans all over the world who like him because of his cool and sexy appearance, besides that it might also be the friendliness of the British '007' secret agent which is another attraction. It turns out there are also other factors that also play a role, in every action he always uses many sophisticated and cool gadgets and weapons for decades.
Aston Martin 'On Her Majesty Secret Service' DBS Superleggera was built to celebrate the 50th anniversary of sixth James Bond's movie titled 'On Her Majesty Secret Service'. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2I1hYyh)
And perhaps the most famous of James Bond "accessories" is his car. Noted, he has driven many cool cars, but only Aston Martin is one of the most famous brands he used.
Front view of Aston Martin 'On Her Majesty Secret Service' DBS Superleggera. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2I1hYyh)
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of James Bond's sixth movie, "On Her Majesty's Secret Service," the British premium carmaker has revealed the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera special edition, which is precisely called the Aston Martin 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service' DBS Superleggera.
Interior view of Aston Martin 'On Her Majesty Secret Service' DBS Superleggera. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2wq22QA)
It's no coincidence that the DBS Superleggera will becoming the newest car to be driven by James Bond in his upcoming action. This special edition gives a direct tribute to the 1969 Aston Martin DBS driven by James Bond in the 5-decade-old movie (which at the time starred by the actor George Lazenby).
1969 Aston Martin James Bond's 'On Her Majesty Secret Service' DBS. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2EDkGZJ)
As in the 1969 Aston Martin DBS, this special DBS Superleggera was painted in Olive Green color and was equipped with a carbon splitter, aeroblade, and forged alloy wheels with a unique design.
There is also a cool bespoke metal grille at front that combines six stunning horizontal vanes that pays direct tribute a similar features found in the DB5. Aston Martin even beautifies the DBS Superleggera's exterior paint surface with body-colored cantrails and roof.
Rear-left side view of Aston Martin 'On Her Majesty Secret Service' DBS Superleggera. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2I1hYyh)
The interior has been enhanced with all-black leather upholstery with gray Alcantara accents - just like the original DBS. The red accent isn't just there to look good; look like they were inspired by the red-trimmed glove box on the old DBS, which was the place where Mr. Bond kept his rifle.
Aston Martin also offers their serious enthusiasts something very thick with the 'James Bond' aura, ie: a black drinks case located in the trunk. It's perfect for grand touring because it fits a couple of champagne bottles.
To maintain its exclusivity, the British automaker will only make 50 units of this special handmade Aston Martin DBS Superleggera, which is planned to be sold at prices ranging from £300,007 (or approx of $381,600) to serious enthusiasts who want to have it. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARBUZZ]
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