Gorgeous SUV As one of the big players in the automotive world, the South Korean automotive manufacturer Hyundai Motor Co. through its independent luxury marque, Genesis has officially released the Genesis GV80 Coupe Concept as a lifestyle-oriented SUV with sports car dynamism at the Genesis House in New York City.
The Genesis GV80 Coupe Concept emphasizes the duality of the Genesis brand by showcasing the antagonistic character that lives within the Athletic and Elegance parameters of Genesis’ design philosophy. (Picture from: TopGear)
As quoted from Carscoops, the design of the GV80 Coupe Concept is inspired by the concept that was previously released last year, the Genesis X Speedium Coupe Concept.
The design of the GV80 Coupe Concept is inspired by the concept that was previously released last year, the Genesis X Speedium Coupe Concept. (Picture from: Elektrec)
It can be seen clearly that the GV80 Coupe Concept combines the practicality of a lifestyle-oriented SUV with the dynamism of a sports car that is present through a harmonious and more varied mix of styling elements between both models.
The Genesis GV80 Coupe Concept sports utility vehicle at its unveiling at the Genesis House in New York City on April 4. (Picture from: Motor1)
And we can see in detail at the front of the GV80 Coupe Concept, equipped with slimmer LED lights with the latest multi-lens array technology. Then, there are air intakes at the front end which are more aggressive. Very different from the previous generation GV80.
The front fascia of the GV80 Coupe Concept stands out from the existing GV80 with slimmer LED headlights with new multi-lens array technology. (Picture from: TopGear)
While the part that is more similar to the X Speedium Concept is at the back which is also equipped with a small rear wing at the top, as well as a slightly protruding outside of the trunk.
The Genesis GV80 Coupe Concept gets ‘Magma’ paint with a black suede interior that’s livened up by some orange details. (Picture from: TopGear)
Another difference with the previous GV80 lies in the interior. The three-spoke steering wheel has been changed and the surfaces are finished in black Nappa leather and suede leather accented with orange piping and carbon fiber.
The Genesis GV80 Coupe Concept has became a four-seater sports SUV featured with four bucket seats with painted carbon fiber backrests finished in the same shade of orange as the exterior. (Picture from: TopGear)
Not only that, the Genesis' SUV concept also has a four-seater capacity equipped with sports seats accompanied by carbon fiber backrests which are painted the same orange as the exterior.
The Genesis GV80 Coupe Concept also has a large strut bar has also been fitted behind the second-row bucket seats. (Picture from: TopGear)
According to Genesis Group's Chief Creative Officer, Luc Donckerwolke said that with the release of the GV80 Coupe concept, it pushed him to improve Genesis' performance and dynamic attributes.
The Genesis GV80 Coupe Concept also has a trunk-mounted lip spoiler, and a subtle spoiler stretching out from the roof. (Picture from: TopGear)
"Over the past seven years, we have added more lifestyle-oriented models to our portfolio, such as the GV80 and G70 SUVs. Now we are driving development with a more emotional car that enhances Genesis performance as well as dynamic attributes," said Luc as quoted by Carbuzz, Monday, April 3.
So far Genesis has not disclosed the specifications of the GV80 Concept and has not specifically stated its plans to put this vehicle into production. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | GENESIS | CARBUZZ | MOTOR1 | CARSCOOPS | TOPGEAR ]
NEW BEAST After some time ago launching the T.50 and T.33 Coupe supercars, recently the British supercar manufacturer, Gordon Murray Automotive (GMA) again gave birth to its newest model, the GMA T.33 Spider as an open-top supercar which is said to be produced in limited numbers of 100 units.
The Gordon Murray Automotive (GMA) T.33 Spider is targeted to weigh only 1,108 kg, 18 kg heavier than the coupe. (Picture from: GoOto)
Furthermore, the automaker stated that the GMA T.33 Spider was built using the same chassis construction as the T.33 Coupe, but has a roof panel made of lightweight carbon so that it can be stored in the front trunk. With the addition of a new roof, the manufacturer had to change the rear body of the car, including providing rollover protection.
The body structure of the GMA T.33 Spider still relies on the Gordon Murray Technologies iStream Ultralight carbon monocoque. Composite carbon fiber coats the elbow pipe, die-cast aluminum, for a light yet sturdy look.
Gordon Murray Automotive (GMA) presents a lightweight Cosworth engine in the V12 class. (Picture from: GoOto)
As quoted from Motor1, in the interior there is actually no difference when compared to the coupe version, where the T.33 Spider is still decorated with a large analog tachometer on the center screen of the steering wheel.
The body structure of the GMA T.33 Spider still relies on the Gordon Murray Technologies iStream Ultralight carbon monocoque. (Picture from: Motor1)
Then, there are two additional screens that can adjust climate control and an infotainment system consisting of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Besides that, the GMA T.33 Spider has a spacious storage space of 295 liters, including two 90 liter compartments on both sides of the machine.
GMA introduced its Passive Boundary Layer Control system on the T.33 and refined it for the T.33 Spider. (Picture from: Motor1)
Furthermore, this car is equipped with a modern-styled steering wheel made of carbon fiber covered in leather and both seats are made of lightweight carbon fiber. There are switchgear, pedals and gear shifters made of aluminum.
This is the cabin of the GMA T.33 Spider, and the roof can be removed into two parts and stored in the front trunk. (Picture from: GoOto)
GMA also features an enhanced "Passive Boundary Layer Control" system. This system serves to increase downforce. The workings of the system include an air duct at the front that is directed to the rear diffuser.
The GMA T.33 Spider has a spacious storage space of 295 liters, including two 90 liter compartments on both sides of the machine. (Picture from: GoOto)
While on the legs, the T.33 Spider is fitted with lightweight 19-inch and 20-inch rims with Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S tires. With the addition of panels and several parts that support this roadster car, the T.33 Spider is claimed to be 18 kg heavier than coupe version.
The GMA T.33 Spider features lightweight, forged alloy wheels with staggered 19- and 20-inch sizes. (Picture from: Motor1)
For maximum safety and control on the road surface, the braking system of this British supercar uses Carbon Ceramic Matrix (CCM) which has been prepared for the T.33 Coupe and Spider. Discs measuring 370 x 34 mm are accompanied by six-piston calipers for the front. Meanwhile, the rear 340 x 34 mm is escorted by four piston calipers behind.
Only 100 units of the GMA T.33 Spider will be made, which are handmade by skilled hands at Highams Park, Windlesham, England. (Picture from: GoOto)
In terms of the engine, Professor Gordon Murray CBE, who owns the brand and is directly involved in the design of the car as well, said that when he draws a car, he also imagines what it's like to be in the car when it's driving. "So, starting from the initial sketches, you already know, with an open cockpit and the extraordinary Cosworth GMA.2 V12 engine right behind the driver, the T.33 Spider will present a driving experience that no other will provide," he said.
Powering the T.33 Spider is the same naturally aspirated Cosworth-sourced 3.9-liter V12 engine that powers the coupe. (Picture from: Motor1)
So as you can see, there is no difference from the coupe version, namely the 3.9-liter naturally-aspirated V12 Cosworth' engine which can produce 607 hp and 451 Nm of torque with a six-speed manual transmission.
As quoted from Carscoops, the car will be built at GMA’s new headquarters in Highams Park, where the production team expects to be ready to go by the end of the year. So far, the price has not been released yet, but as an illustration, the T.33 Coupe is sold starting at £1.37 million, or around Rp. 25.5 billion, and of course the price of the T.33 Spider could be above it. Whatever the price that appears later, that's numbers fair enough for such supercar. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | GORDON MURRAY AUTOMOTIVE | MOTOR1 | CARSCOOPS ]
Wait&See As we've heard that 2022 was Lamborghini’s final year of non-electrified model launches and in order to move into the realm of fully Electric Vehicles (EV), so the Italian supercar manufacturer, Automobili-Lamborghini S.p.A. hinted that it is working on a 2+2 Grand Tourer (GT) model which would be projected as its first fully electric vehicle, and is planned for release in 2028.
As the Lamborghini CEO hinted, that a 2+2 grand tourer model will be the company's first full EV (as a complementary illustration only, the Lamborghini LPI 910-4 Asterion Concept). (Picture from: Autoevolution)
As the automaker intended also to add a fourth model to help the
company's goal of reducing the use of carbon emissions by 80 percent. According to Lamborghini CEO, Stephan Winkelmann, that the fourth model will complete its current lineup could be a 2+2 GT car which has not yet produced (until today), (of course you still remember that this Italian automaker had launched a similar car called the Lamborghini LPI 910-4 Asterion in 2014 even though it was only a concept).
"It will be a new style, because what is missing in the current lineup is the 2+2 GT, and I think it will be a great addition to the two super sports cars and an SUV," said Winkelmann, as quoted from Motor1, on Thursday, 30 March.
The Lamborghini' prospected 2+2 grand tourer EV model will adopt fully electric power, which will likely join into a line-up of other fully electric models coming from other major marques. (Picture from: Autoevolution)
The prospected 2+2 GT model will adopt fully electric power, which will likely rival the next generation Porsche 911 EV. The car would join into a line-up of other fully electric models coming from other major marques.
Unfortunately, Lamborghini does not want to reveal about the specifications or design. However, this 2+2 GT style car is said will adopt the Revuelto style. However this car would not be a replacement for the Huracan or Revuelto because Lamborghini says that the technology will not be enough to match the performance of the two top-class supercars.
There is a possibility that the Lamborghini' prospected 2+2 grand tourer EV model will adopt the axial-flux motor technology that has been embedded in the Revuelto which will increase power and efficiency. (Picture from: Autoevolution)
Even so, there is a possibility that Lamborghini will adopt the axial-flux motor technology that has been embedded in the Revuelto which will increase power and efficiency. While for other models, such as its SUV model, Lamborghini Urus which said it will receive a significant update next year by transforming into a PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle).
In the other hand, Lamborghini is also preparing a successor to the Huracan which powers by electrical motor combined with a petrol engine. Then, there is the Revuelto whose name has just been released to replace the Aventador which is the first PHEV from the manufacturer bearing the raging bull logo.
And related video above is the Lamborghini Asterion intended only to be a complementary illustration. Finally, is it true that the first Lamborghini EV was 2+2 GT? Well, for sure we can only wait until the time comes in 2028. Yes, we'll wait and see.😎 *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MOTOR1 | AUTOEVOLUTION | WINNIPEGSUN ]
UNSEEN Before As we all know, car manufacturers are very rarely willing to talk about their canceled projects, let alone share so much information about ultra-secret cars that never see the light. But that's not the case with Porsche, because the German manufacturer is willing to share interesting info with renowned journalist of The Intercooler, Steve Sutcliffe about a supercar that should come after the 918 Spyder. It seems that two thumbs up deserves to be given as appreciation to this German automaker.
The 2016 Porsche 904 Le Mans Living Legend was known as one of the Porsche Unseen series. (Picture from: MSN)
The last 918 Spyder model was retired in mid-2015 after being produced since 2012. Then after that the Zuffenhausen-based car manufacturer actually gave birth to the four-cylinder Cayman. And when asked why that is, Marcos Marques, Porsche' eFuels Project Manager, gave a surprising answer. As it turned out, the original idea was to engineer an eight-cylinder engine for a completely different car. Well, of course you are very curious and want to immediately find out what car it is?
The 2016 Porsche 904 Le Mans Living Legend was an envisioned full-size clay-moulded rolling model powered by the "most incredible sounding" eight-cylinder engine. (Picture from: MSN)
Let's find out, the car in question was actually much more than an idea penned on a piece of paper, as it later evolved into a full-fledged experimental vehicle built based on the Cayman chassis. Furthermore, this coupe is powered by a twin-turbo, 5.0-liter engine which is reportedly capable of producing up to 750 hp and 738 lb-ft (1,000 Nm) of torque.
The company's executives stated that the 918 Spyder successor (in pictured was the 2016 Porsche 904 Le Mans Living Legend) would not be launched before 2025 and only be launched "when it's time." (Picture from: MSN)
As if it didn't sound exciting, the engine has a low rpm of around 9,000 rpm and is connected to a manual gearbox. However Marques further said that "it was a crazy car and the sound is roaring fierce." It said that Porsche was tested this flat-eight beast on the streets near Weissach for over a year before abruptly stopping the project. As to why testing and development was abruptly halted, Marques simply said that Porsche felt "it wasn't the right car for the time."
Until now, Porsche is still working on a worthy successor to the 918 Spyder, which was retired in 2015. (Picture from: id.Motor1)
He continued, "We are fundamentally an engineering company and we are always looking for new answers, different solutions, and sometimes those answers are not needed at the time. But it's all part of the engineering process. That's what makes Porsche unique as an automobile company."
However, the presence of the Porsche 718 Cayman Packs one badass 4-cylinder boxer engine shortly after the retirement of the 918 Spyder was deemed to have not met the public's expectations. (Picture from: HotCars)
The car pictured on top of this article is the 2016 Porsche 904 Le Mans Living Legend, one of the Porsche Unseen series. The car was an envisioned full-size clay-moulded rolling model powered by the "most incredible sounding" eight-cylinder engine.
The German automaker further says that an eventual 918 Spyder' successor is on the way because, according to CEO of Porsche, Oliver Blume, "hypercars have always been part of Porsche's strategy." The company's executives stated that the car would not be launched before 2025 and only be launched "when it's time." That is, this car must introduce new technology and not repeat the hardware that is already available. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MSN | THE INTERCOOLER | ID.MOTOR1 | HOTCARS ]
Elder Mobility ScooterToyota Motor Corporation recently unveiled its newest scooter, although this time it's a bit different and not as related to four-wheelers as always. But actually this three-wheeled mobility scooter is called the Toyota C+Walk S which is designed to help the activities of the elderly population in Japan.
Toyota presents the Toyota C+Walk S, because the percentage of elders aged over 75 years and over who want to go outside is decreasing. (Picture from: GoOto)
Toyota launched this mobility scooter for the elderly is actually not without reason. This was done after the Japanese automotive giant found data in their researchs about people over the age of 75 years old was starting have serious problems after walking as far 328 feet (100 meters). The fact causes the proportion of elders aged 75 years who leave the house for walk is lower 10 percent than those aged 65 years.
The Toyota C+Walk S mobility scooter for elders presented as a vehicle to support the increasingly high population of elderly in Japan. (Picture from: OtomotifKompas)
As a result, this made Toyota feel concerned, and then tried to design a mobility scooter that was not only practical but also attractive. As quoted from Carscoops, the C+Walk S elderly mobility scooter of Toyota features a sleek design, having a variety of colors, a lightweight battery that's easy to recharge, and ample storage, so it could be helped elders move around with confidence.
To control this
Toyota C+Walk S mobility scooter is very easy, thanks to a simple accelerator lever that the rider can release if they want to slow down. (Picture from: OtomotifKompas)
While judging from its design, the C+Walk S elderly mobility scooter was inspired by other Toyota C+ lineups, including the C+Walk T stand-up scooter and the C+Pod microcar. Furthermore, this Toyota' elderly mobility scooter is available in several color variations ranging from black, brown and gray.
To
control this
Toyota C+Walk S mobility scooter equipped with advanced driver assistance features, such as an obstacle detection system that slows the scooter to a speed of 1.2 mph (2 kph) if it sees something ahead that needs to be avoided. (Picture from: OtomotifKompas)
The appearance of the C+Walk S is indeed designed to be more than just sleek, in addition with such three-wheeled design like this it is also intended to make it easier for users to get on and off the vehicle. It can also make it easier to see what is happening in front of user. Meanwhile, the storage space under the seat is quite large, so it can accommodate a basket of groceries.
The Japanese auto manufacturer claims to control this elderly mobility scooter is very easy, thanks to a simple accelerator lever that the rider can release if they want to slow down. If they really need to brake in a hurry, separate brake controls are also provided.
Toyota C+Walk T is designed to move around in pedestrian walkways. (Picture from: Gadgets360)
This Toyota C+Walk S is also equipped with advanced driver assistance features, such as an obstacle detection system that slows the scooter to a speed of 1.2 mph (2 kph) if it sees something ahead that needs to be avoided. This system also helps slow it down when turning corners to ensure the C+Walk S doesn't go unbalanced suddenly. Similarly, it can slow down this scooter when going up a steep incline to prevent the user from losing control.
Toyota has finally decided to release its tiny electric car, the C+Pod, to be marketed in retail. (Picture from: Carvaganza)
If all safety systems off, the Toyota C+Walk S has a top speed of 3.8 mph (6 kph), which is said to be roughly the same as walking speed. Furthermore, the C+Walk S' built-in lithium-ion battery system can only take it walking as far as 7.4 miles (12 km) for a single charge. Not only that, the battery was fully removable (weighing only 5.5 lbs/2.5 kg) and can be fully recharged in two and a half hours.
For this day, the C+Walk S can only be purchased at Toyota' dealers in Japan with a starting price tag of JPY 498,000 (approx US $3,823), but customers who want full package of these driving assist technologies have to pay around JPY 505,000 (US $3,877).
Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of three-wheeled honey bunny and stay
alive with the true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so
does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | TOYOTA | CARSCOOPS | GADGETS360 ]
ONE-OFF - As usual, our focus remains on reviewing uniquely shaped motorized vehicles that most automotive enthusiasts probably don't know about. So recently while surfing the internet, we accidentally found a unique sports car that we had never seen before. Even when seen from its appearance, many did not expect that this car was made in the late 1960s.
The Triumph TR250K was a unique-shaped racecar clothed entirely in custom aluminum bodywork, as the collaboration result of Robert W. 'Kas' Kastner and renowned American car stylist Peter Brock in 1967. (Picture from: BritishRaceCar)
The car in question was a one-off racecar featured with a modern style coupled with provocative aerodynamics which was the result of a collaboration between Triumph's North American Competition Manager, Robert W. 'Kas' Kastner and renowned American car stylist Peter Brock in 1967. Physically, the car that would later be known as the Triumph TR250K was a unique-shaped racecar clothed entirely in custom aluminum bodywork. The car is powered by a Triumph 2.5L six-cylinder engine mounted on a modified TR4A chassis.
The rendering sketch of Triumph TR250K penned by renowned American car stylist Peter Brock. (Picture from: TheRoaringSeason)
Then related to the 'K' in 'TR250K' alluded to Kastner who brought by himself a rendering made by his friend Peter Brock to England and then built it under the authorization of the Triumph brand. Even he had already shown the same sketch to the Car and Driver magazine and quietly secured a promise that Triumph would be featured on their cover if the car was built completely and entered at Sebring. And reportedly also Triumph then alloted a budget of $ 25,000 to Kastner for the whole project, including race expenses.
The Triumph was classified to compete in Sports Prototype (Group 6) Class 10 at the 1968 Sebring 12 Hours of Endurance racing event. (Picture from: ClassicMotorSports)
In short, the TR250K' chassis was assembled by Kas Kastner, Jimmy Coen and Bob Avery in Triumph's Competitions Department workshop. Meanwhile, the custom aluminum bodywork was fabricated by a local shop named Borth and Rose. Furthermore, body and chassis assembly was done and completed in Brock's racing workshop. Even Brock personally spent a lot of his time looking for parts and sponsors. The finishing stages were carried out by Dave Kent by applying a quality paint job shortly before the TR250K launched to public for the first time.
The Triumph TR250K's windshield was a leftover from Brock's previous Hino Samurai GT project (circa 1967). (Picture from: BritishRaceCar)
The TR250K' design reflects the 1967 aerodynamic ideas with priority given to the low bonnet line and radically rear-swept windshield. That low hood goes hand in hand with another notable feature, given that the TR250K is built on the modified Triumph TR4A lightweight frame, with its six-cylinder engine positioned more than nine inches back to improve front/rear weight distribution.
The Triumph TR250K was equipped with a smaller diameter, three-spoke, non-perforated steering wheel at Sebring but it had this style of steering wheel for car shows and photo shoots. (Picture from: ClassicMotorSports)
While creating aerodynamic downforce was not a design priority, Brock certainly realized that the overall shape of the car would create lift. So he decided to pin a moveable rear spoiler (similar to the Samurai GT) to help reduce lift.
The Triumph TR250K is powered by a Triumph 2.5L six-cylinder engine, coupled with Triple Weber 45DCOE carburetors.. (Picture from: ClassicMotorSports)
So after it was finished, the car entered the Sebring racing arena officially under the flag "Leyland Motor Corporation - Teaneck, New Jersey" was assigned racing number 47 with Jim Dittemore and Mike Rothschild behind its wheel. The car was classified to compete in Sports Prototype (Group 6) Class 10 which was filled along with four Porsche 907 racecars.
In principle, the rear spoiler should allow a team to tune aerodynamic performance for specific race tracks. In practice, the spoiler is always fully up when the car is raced. (Picture from: BritishRaceCar)
Like most racing cars that are prepared in a hurry, the TR250K experienced several problems, but all of them were resolved by the team before the race. The team managed to qualify 39th quickest of 68 starters with a lap time of 3:20.200 around the 5,200 mile circuit for an average speed of 93.506 mph.
From left to right: Peter Brock, Jim Coan, Kas Kastner, Jim Dittermore, Bob Avery, Ed Freudenberg. (Picture from: ClassicMotorSports)
As the race result at the time, Porsches finished 1st and 2nd overall, meanwhile TR250K again suffered technical problems which led to an incident, in which the car spun around, and came to a stop. Although there was no body damage, the accident caused suspension damage that the team wasn't equipped to repair at the race circuit, and led TR250K's race should be ended premature.
The Triumph TR250K published as the cover of the April 1968 issue of Car and Driver magazine. (Picture from: TheRoaringSeason)
Although this race car was not able to provide the best results at the 1968 Sebring 12 Hours of Endurance arena, but at the time the maker team only hoped the car would turn the direction of Triumph' product styling in the future. This was implied in an article that appeared when the Triumph TR250K appeared as the cover of the April 1968 issue of Car and Driver magazine.
The Triumph TR250K during the Kas Kastner All Triumph Feature Race at the 2012 Classic Motorsports Mitty with Tony Garmeybehind the wheel. (Picture from: Adam Swank on Flickr)
As quoted from BritishRaceCar, shortly after Sebring the car was whisked off to the Detroit Auto Show and then continued touring around the nation's car show circuit. After that, it went to Peter Brock who only briefly kept it before selling it on.
At some point, TR250K was painted red and it became part of the Blackhawk Museum's reserve collection. Finally, the Triumph TR250K drifted into obscurity only to reappear gloriously in vintage racing some thirty years later. Pat and Bill Hart purchased TR250K from the museum and commissioned Tony Garmey of Horizon Racing in Maple Valley, Washington to restore the car to its present condition. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | BRITISHRACECAR | WIKIPEDIA | CLASSICMOTORSPORTS | CONCEPTCARZ | THEROARINGSEASON ]
"Over the past seven years, we have added more lifestyle-oriented models to our portfolio, such as the GV80 and G70 SUVs. Now we are driving development with a more emotional car that enhances Genesis performance as well as dynamic attributes," said Luc as quoted by Carbuzz, Monday, April 3.
