Goodyear introdued a spherical tire concept

Goodyear has a new tire concept shown at the Geneva Auto Show 2016. They created a new spherical tire concept, unlike most of the tires that resembles a donut (a circle with a hole in the middle), and was named the Eagle-360.

This unique tire is projected to welcome the presence of autonomous cars, which is predicted to sell 85 million units per year by 2035 to come. And Goodyear's tire technologies considered will play an important role when the interaction  between the car and driver is reduced.

Goodyear created a spherical tire concept named Eagle-360. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1XzLuv)

Eagle-360 has a spherical shape is believed to contribute to the safety and maneuverability and is ready to accept the demands of autonomous cars in the future. The tires could move in any direction, even without the need to deflact the car to the parking lot in order to save space.

It uses very advance of embedded tire technology, in which the tires are able to adjust againts road conditions. Moreover, the spherical tires can also customize the security features to keep the car did not slip.

Surface of the tire that touches the ground be adjusted when the rains down, it supported by the technology that makes the surface of tire become more flexible when wet. Furthermore the Eagle-360 is packed with sensors that collect information on road conditions and then share that information with other drivers. Ideally, the tires could also communicate with road authorities to inform them about potential problems.

To connect the tire with the car body, Goodyear Eagle-360 rely on the magnetic levitation technology, similar to the technology used by the trains, it claimed to improve the comfort of car's passengers and also could reduce noise. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | WORLDCARFANS]

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McLaren 570GT can be sped up to 320 kph

Like the other manufacturers, McLaren, a British carmaker also bring their newest supercar ie McLaren 570GT at the Geneva Motor Show 2016. This supercar promising capable very malignant performance up to 320 kph.

McLaren 570GT unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1XkqUp)

Not only sales the car's performance, the British carmaker are still designing the 570GT with high level of comfortability. The level of comfort when driving on the supercar is enhanced by the use of softer suspension and also the exhaust sound is made finer.

Right side view of McLaren 570GT. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1XkoSx)

As quoted of Carbuzz, the 570GT has additional storage space on the rear deck upper the machine called 'Touring Deck'. And the trunk volume also claimed greater than the Ford Focus hatchback. The rear window can be opened sideways designed to facilitate users when storing or moving the luggages.

Interior and dashboard view of McLaren 570GT. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1XkoSx)

This makes the users are not only able to save two plastic bags of groceries, but also a medium sized bag. The storage space like on the 570GT was not found in other supercars. The addition of the glass rear end means the 570GT is 37 kg heavier than its sibling.

Additional storage space of McLaren 570GT called 'Touring Deck'. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1XkoSx)

McLaren 570GT can not be underestimated in terms of engine performance. This supercar is carrying a similar machine of the 570S version, ie a V8 3.8 liter twin turbocharged. Those engine can generated the maximum power up to 562 hp and 599 Nm of torque.

The supercar priced from £154,000 or approx Rp.2.84 billion, the GT is billed as the most usable and luxurious McLaren ever. First customer deliveries are scheduled for the end of the year. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARBUZZ]

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Votovaara stones, the unsolved natural phenomena

Twenty kilometers to the southeast of Sukkajarvi village, the western part of the Mount of Karelia, region of Karelia, Russia there lies the mountain of Vottovaara. The area was once covered with large ice sheets, thick up to several kilometers around 10,000 years ago.

The balancing stones of Vottovaara. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1XqY8g)

The layer of ice eventually melts and is now leaving a unique landscape in the form of scattered stones that looks strange. One of the most striking stone in Vottovaara is 'balancing stone,' which consists of a large rock propped up by small stones.

The rock looks like a flight of stairs of Vottovaara. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1XqY8g)

Another interesting stone is a stone shaped like a ladder. There are also the split rocks shaped. Winds constantly, stunted pines, marshes and strange rocks it becomes a different scene in Karelia.

The rock looks like a precisely cut pool. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1XqY8g)

The rocks become a magnet for tourists. Many people who come out of curiosity with the stones strange shapes. Even, most of them do not believe that these stones be created itself by natural processes. They believe these stones are shaped and placed there by human hands.

But the fact is, the stones in Vottovaara is naturally formed. Sami people who are local indigenous people believed that Vottovaara is a sacred mountain, and called the strange stones 'Sieds'. They consider the stones had magical powers. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AMUSING PLANET]

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Here she is the Beachstar Café Racer

This is a conversion of a 1998 Yamaha XVS 650 Drag Star (Star V Star 650 in the US) called the Beachstar. It’s been described as a cross between a café racer and a board tracker. With or without the 60’s looking fairing this bike looks awesome.

Mario Baer posed with his beloved bike 'Beachstar'. (PIcture from: http://adf.ly/1Xl2ZH)

The Beachstar was built by a German named Mario Baer. Baer needed only one summer to modify this old 1998 Yamaha Drag Star, working only in the evenings.

Thats impressive work. It’s not just a show bike either, it’s also a commuter. He rides the Beachstar to work nearly every day and the Beachstar was won some impressive shows including the world-renowned 2008 Intermot show in Cologne.

Right side view of Yamaha 650 Drag Star 'Beachstar' custom bike. (PIcture from: http://adf.ly/1Xl1oV)

Rear side view of Yamaha 650 Drag Star 'Beachstar' custom bike. (PIcture from: http://adf.ly/1Xl1oV)

We are looking forward to seeing Baer’s next project which he describes as "Hmmm…something exceptionally spectacular with a huge rear wheel and a small front wheel. Something completely crazy!". *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | PIPEBURN]

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Pininfarina released the hydrogen-powered race car concept

Italian design and engineering company Pininfarina introduced a hydrogen-powered racecar concept dubbed the H2 Speed, targeted to those who want their high-performance speedsters to be powered by clean energy at the Geneva Motor Show 2016. The hydrogen tech comes from a Franco-Swiss company GreenGT, which has been designing and developing clean energy propulsion systems since 2008.

Pininfarina H2 Speed concept debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1XqeiP)

The name of the concept is self-explanatory for anyone with basic knowledge of chemistry as 'H2' is the chemical formula of hydrogen gas. Pininfarina has added the 'Speed' suffix to denote this is a high-performance vehicle destined exclusively for track use.

Rear side view of Pininfarina H2 Speed concept. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1XqeiP)

The design certainly looks ready to start turning laps. The company keeps the whole shape smooth and simple. Like many modern prototype racers, a fin runs down the rear to connect the roof to the wing. The fairings around the hydrogen tanks also help keep weight down.

The coupe packs two electric motors with a combined output of 496 horsepower that directly power the rear wheels, with no transmission to get in the way.

There are two tanks hold 13.4 pounds of hydrogen, and the racer weighs a total of 3,131 pounds. The racing concept, which can reach 62 miles an hour in 3.4 seconds and a top speed of 186 mph. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | WORLDCARFANS]

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Lotus new sports car more lighter and sportier

The Geneva Motor Show 2016 created the momentum for the British sports car manufacturer, Lotus to launch their new car named 'Evora 410'. 

This sports car developed from its predecessor, Evora 400 with a lighter weight up to 70 kilograms. The new car comes more sporty appearance with the addition of some carbon fiber components, namely the front splitter, roof panels, tailgate and rear diffuser.

Lotus Evora 410 sports car breaks cover at the Geneva Motor Show 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1XkRWV)

"We want to make Evora be better, which is so much lighter, faster and, more sporty. Our team has exceeded expectations, Lotus has made Evora 410 so special, and become something even more focused. The result is very dynamic car and almost no flaws," said Jean Marc Gales, CEO of Lotus group as quoted of Autocar on Monday, February 29, 2016.

Dashboard view of Lotus Evora 410 sports car. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1XkScu)

Lotus Evora 410 is equipped with a supercharged six-cylinder engine that has a capacity of 3,500 cc, so it can generate the power up to 453 bhp. The engine is mated to a manual gearbox transmission system. From the internal test results show that the sports car can accelerate from 0-100 kilometers per hour in just 3.9 seconds and can reach a maximum speed of 299 km/h.

Rear side view of Lotus Evora 410 sports car at the Geneva Motor Show 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1XkRWV)

Some parts of the cabin Lotus Evora 410 using carbon fiber materials. The seats using Alcantara material. Amusement devices use the audio devices are equipped with iPod and Bluetooth connectivity.

Lotus has confirmed will produce the new sports car in limited numbers, only 150 units. And the Lotus Evora 410 will go on sale in Europe in June 2016. But unfortunately the company not mentioned how the price of this sports car. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOCAR]

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