Studebaker Viente Victorias

Recently a Miami-based Gullwing America (GWA) officially introduced their latest project, Veinte Victorias, a retro-modern cars created as a tribute to Studebaker. 

GWA Studbaker Viente Victorias on Yellow racing liveries. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1LGxsl9)

As reported by the Worldcarfans, Studebaker 1954 has managed to record 20 wins in the Carrera Panamericana race, in which 9 victories of them achieved in a row from 1993 to 2001.

Left side view of GWA Studbaker Viente Victorias on Yellow racing liveries. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1LGxsl9)

Rear side view of GWA Studbaker Viente Victorias on Yellow racing liveries. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1LGxsl9)

To celebrate this achievement, GWA has decided to give the tribute to the vehicle by developing Studebaker Veinte Victorias (which means "20 victories") which will be limited to 20 cars. And 19 of them will wearing yellow racing liveries while one unit will using black livery to serve as the pace car.

GWA Studbaker Viente Victorias on Black livery. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1LGxsl9)

This retro style car body has a modern touches, with the supercharged LS9 V8 engine equipped with 6.2-liter capacity, which is able to burst the power of 620 bhp (462 kW). The power is channeled to all wheels through a six-speed manual transmission system.

Studebaker Veinte Victorias also constructed with a tubular chassis which has been strengthened, and has received Brembo HPK brakes and 19-inch alloy wheels wrapped with 4 Bridgestone tires. Gullwing America said Veinte Victorias will also feature a special suspension and equipped with the Fabspeed's exhaust systems. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | WORLDCARFANS]

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Clays more dimensional, but endangered

Before the advent of computer technology in 3D or virtual reality headset, automotive manufacturers always make prototypes of new cars using clays. Supposedly, after the two technologies rose, the clays is no longer used.

But they are not. As quoted from Fast Code Design on Monday, May 25, 2015, using the ancient art of clay which is spent many months in order to form a new car body is still preserved.

Using the ancient art of clay that spent many months in order to form a new car body, still maintained by automotive manufacturers. (Picture form: http://bit.ly/1Hvqi3d)

Why did it happen? According to Joe Dehner, head of exterior design of the Dodge & Ram Truck, this was due to several things. "One is because it can not effectively evaluate the performance," he said.

Something similar is said by Chris Svensson, director of Ford's North American design. "Digital Projection can not accurately show how the light would play on the surface of the car. You can not mimic the sun," he said.

3D design technology indeed reduce the amount of clay in the production of a new car. (Picture form: http://bit.ly/1Hvqi3d)

Nevertheless, 3D design technology indeed have reduced the amount of use of clay. One European manufacturer, for example, has saved 70 percent clay as building new models with digital workflows.

Thus, although clay is still used in the production of a new car, it remains an endangered process, though not in the near future. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | FAST COMPANY]

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BMW's latest concept calls for the elegance of 1970's era

From time to time, BMW has always released the concept car which incidentally is the way of the design team to commemorate the classical model. Currently, BMW surprised the media with a teaser of their new concept called '3.0 CSL Hommage' adaptation of the classic coupé models of the 1970s and appear before its debut in the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este 2015.

BMW 3.0 CSL Hommage concept stands along with the original version of BMW 3.0 CSL. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1HK2R8r)

At first glance, the design looks very promising and now German car manufacturer has revealed the full manifestation of Hommage. "Our Hommage cars not only demonstrate how proud we are to our heritage, but also the importance of the past in determining our future," said Adrian van Hooydonk, Senior Vice President of BMW Group Design.

Front three quarter of BMW 3.0 CSL Hommage concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1HK2R8r)

Coated with 'Yellow Golf,' a touch of classic design, an aggressive lighting elements and the use of carbon fiber, making the 3.0 CSL Hommage look modern without compromising its traditional characteristics. This concept car is not intended to highlight the technology, but rather the racing cars that rely on high-performance engine.

Interior view of BMW 3.0 CSL Hommage concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1HK2R8r)

Judging from some particular side, Hommage concept hinted clearly the legacy of the past. While the modern front face looks adopt from i8. In theory, mixing both styling will give the birth of stunning form, but in fact actually produce a rather strange appearance. Apart from that, if we observed carefully, two-thirds of the back of the concept car has a sleek shape and very stylish.

Right side view of BMW 3.0 CSL Hommage concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1HK2R8r)

Of course, CSL should have a light weight, according to the meaning of the 'L' letter as the last letter from CSL which has meaning 'lightweight'. Materials made from aluminum and Flexiglas used in the classic version is replaced with a material made from Carbon-Fiber Reinforced Plastic (CFRP) on all over its body.

Rear view of BMW 3.0 CSL Hommage concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1HK2R8r)

The interior is also made and dominated by CFRP that combines minimalist design with futuristic details like the use of cutback F1-style steering wheel and a digital dashboard and wood trim layers behind the dashboard as well as sleek sports seats covered with stitched leather.

Other elements of the design include the headlights are inspired by the BMW 7 Series 2016, then the front and rear wheel arches that looked chapped, as well as the spoiler on the roof and trunk that resembles the classic version of 3.0 CSL exterior. For its own body is made of plastic reinforced by carbon fiber, so the weight becoming 200 kg lighter than the original 3.0 CSL.

One thing that remains a question today is concerned about the hood and existence of overlapping shape on it that has added a bit of glamor, but it seems impossible to be able to open the hood. This probably explains why BMW did not release any information about the engine stored underneath. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOEVOLUTION]

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Audi creates fuel from water

Audi made the big leap in technology of synthetic fuels. fuel, named e-benzine without using any petroleum. It boasts an octane rating of 100, although that’s using the European measurement system. Audi is currently reviewing the old fuel with new fuel which only needs water, hydrogen, CO2 and sunlight to create e-benzine.

Audi claims to have created the first batch of synthetic "e-benzin" gasoline without using any petroleum. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1Kjpii4)

Audi partnered with Global Bioenergies to produce e-benzin. The partner company operates a plant in France that harvests isobutene from renewable materials, and that forms the basis for e-benzin. A second partner, the Fraunhofer Center for Chemical-Biotechnological Processes, refines the isobutene using hydrogen.

Audi seems to be on a roll when it comes to synthetic fuels. Last fall, it unveiled “e-diesel,” a fossil-free fuel it claims was made using only water, electricity, and CO2 generated by organic waste.

It also began producing “e-gas” in 2013 using wind energy generated by turbines in the North Sea. The fuel was developed more or less specifically for the A3 g-tron hatchback, which is the only natural gas car Audi makes at the moment.

And the Global Bioenergies will be building a demonstration plant at the Fraunhofer Center that will create the e-benzin in larger quantities by 2016, however it is unclear if there is any practical application for the process beyond a mere technology demonstration.. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | DIGITAL TRENDS]

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Yamaha's Big Touring Deluxe

After Harley-Davidson, Honda and several other leading brands have a row of touring motorcycle. And it turns Yamaha also has a line-up of touring motorcycle with a carrying capacity of 1,304cc engine.

2015 Yamaha V-Star 1300 Deluxe. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1KjjEMY)

Yamaha V-Star 1300 Deluxe comes with hard luggage, batwing fairing, audio and advanced navigation system devices.

Its power comes from a 80 ci liquid-cooled V-Twin engine with computer-controlled twin-barrel fuel injection used in the base of V-Star 1300 and V-Star Tourer. Those power is sent to the rear wheels via a five-speed transmission and final drive belt.

Left side view of 2015 Yamaha V-Star 1300 Deluxe. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1KjjEMY)

In the Deluxe model added a number of entertainment devices. Audio system with XM iPod satellite radio, iPhone connectivity as well as Garmin Zumo 665 GPS navigation system. Those media system controlled by a panel located on the left handlebar.

The suspension consists of a 41mm telescopic forks with a size of 5.3 inches and a single rear shock with a size of 4.3 inches. The front wheels are equipped dual 298mm discs with one disc at the rear. The fuel tank can to accommodate 4.9 gallons of fuels.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of the two-wheeled monster and stay alive with true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | STAR MOTORCYCLES]

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Chinese future sporty pickup truck concept

The completely outrageous Jiangling Yuhu concept has been unveiled on the Shanghai Auto Show, shocking friend and foe alike. The Yuhu previews a possible far-future sporty pickup truck, featuring a completely crazy and unforgettable design.

Jiangling Yuhu concept debuts on the Shanghai Auto Show 2015. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1Qa99x8)

Yuhu Concept has a fat body with a length of five meters and a height of nearly two meters. This car also has two doors and four seats its the cabin. It is purely a design study without an engine. In fact, if later this concept will go on the market, surely needs something very powerful one.

Front view of Jiangling Yuhu concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1Qa99x8)

There are interesting things on the concept car, ie huge wheel arches and unusual wheels shape. The alloy actually crosses over to the wheels, sure that will make for a comfortable ride.

The alloy actually crosses over to the wheels, sure that will make for a comfortable ride. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1Qa99x8)

The Jiangling Motor Corporation, or JMC, is one of China’s largest auto builder of small and medium commercial vehicles. They also make a series of rugged SUV and pickup trucks.

Right side view of Jiangling Yuhu concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1Qa99x8)

In collaboration with Changan Auto, JMC owns the controversial Landwind brand, famous for the infamous Landwind X7 SUV. Last but not least, JMC also has a successful joint venture with Ford Motor for making Ford-branded commercial vehicles and SUV’s.

Rear side view of Jiangling Yuhu concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1Qa99x8)

This ferocious car concept is seemly to smash all those people thinking about that Range Rover thingy. Interestingly, back in 2013 JMC also launched a Yuhu-named concept on the Shanghai Auto Show, and they use the name for a series of cheap pickup trucks. Yuhu's best translated as ‘Domestic Tiger’. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARNEWSCHINA.COM  | CARSCOOPS|
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