Almost in the entire of Marvel Studio's superhero movie, all the defenders of Earth have a vehicle that suits the superhero characters who use it. Noted, ranging from IronMan/Tony Stark who looks dashing with the Audi R8, Black Widow/Natasha Romanoff who relies on the Corvette C7, up to Captain America with a legendary Harley-Davidson Street 750 motorcycle.
Lexus teams up with Marvel Studios for 'Black Panther' superhero campaign. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2idAlTJ)
Now the turn of superhero character Black Panther also got a luxury coupe car named Lexus LC. Not just any given LC, but the figure of Lexus LC Inspiration Series that made of Lexus LC 500.
Yes, as
for promoting these Lexus LC special edition and Black Panther movies, Marvel
Studio and Lexus make a special collaboration to present these special Black Panther's Lexus
LC that will shown off two vehicles (one for limited production and one as a design study) in the world's largest aftermarket event, the SEMA
Show held in Las Vegas in the near future.
Front three quarter of the Black Panther's Lexus LC Inspiration Series. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2gV6HpJ)
In appearance, it seems there is an all-out overhauled when compared with the existing Lexus coupe. Especially the triple LED on the front that became the differentiator. But the congenital Lexus grille will never be left to be the basic DNA of a Lexus car. As qouted of Motortrend on October 30, 2017, the 2018 Lexus LC 500 packs a naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V-8 engine good for 471 hp and 379 lb-ft of torque, no wonder if the coupe hitting 100 kph from a standstill in 4.8 seconds.
Black Panther's mask image emblazoned on the the Lexus LC Inspiration Series hood. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2gV6HpJ)
These Black Panther's Lexus LC 500 gets a special Structural Blue paint job inspired by iridescent morpho butterflies, with the image of superhero mask emblazoned on the hood. Not only that, the body part is also made to be wider than the standard variant in order to accommodate the larger rims as well. The dashing appearance of the car looks more completed with the fixed spoiler mounted on the car's stern.
Interior view of the Black Panther's Lexus LC Inspiration Series. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2gV6HpJ)
The concept receives more blatant cues from the movie. The fictional metal vibranium is said to be used in the powertrain to provide extra boost and in the exterior paint to make the car immune to bullets.
Rear view of the Black Panther's Lexus LC Inspiration Series. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2gV6HpJ)
The car also features a pulsating underbody glow, side mirrors designed after a panther’s claw, a wide-body kit, and Remote Pilot Kimoyo Bead Interface allowing it to be driven remotely from control stations in the fictional city of Birnin Zana
And reported only 100 copies will be sold in the U.S. and pricing for these Inspiration Series LC will be announced closer to launch. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MARVEL STUDIO | MOTORTREND]
The 45th Tokyo Motor Show 2017 had opened on October 25, 2017 and presented a variety of new cars are also a concept that is ready to become an automotive benchmark, such as the Mitsubishi e-Evolution concept.
New Mitsubishi e-Evolution concept unveiled at Tokyo show 2017. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2ze2LrK)
These concept car also mentioned as the next generation of Evo family which uses 3 electric motors, with 1 motor to drive the front axle, while the remaining 2 give power to the rear wheels.
These electric motor itself is promised high torque and as well as high performance power supplied from high-capacity battery systems not only to provide very smooth drive but powerful movement. Not to forget, the Dual Motor Active Yaw Control technology as we all knew as one of the Evolution family pride is also present by sending the power to the most needed wheel.
Interior view of Mitsubishi e-Evolution concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2ze2LrK)
Thanks to the autonomous system which also installed, the Mitsubishi e-Evolution can determine the amount of energy released, and read how heavy the terrain is going through.
Left side view of Mitsubishi e-Evolution concept at the 45th Tokyo Motor Show 2017. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2ze2LrK)
The brain of Mitsubishi e-Evolution Concept is an artificial intelligent system (AI) that can increase the driver's ability. While a number of sensors also installed that allow the AI system to instantly read changes of the road and traffic conditions, as well as the driver's desires.
With the ability to coordinate the driver's intended motion and very smooth performance of the vehicle, the system will support whatever the driver's ability. It's clearly makes the car easier and safer to control. Are you wanna to see it? Let's fly to Tokyo now! *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOEXPRESS | AUTOMOBILEMAG]
Counted already almost two years since the first time Yamaha display their sports car concept named 'Sports Ride Concept' in the Tokyo Motor Show 2015 ago. So in the same event on this year, Yamaha will show the seriousness to plunge into the world of four wheels.
2018 Yamaha Cross Hub Concept revealed at Tokyo motor show. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2y5LxwA)
As mentioned in an official release about the list of the Yamaha concept vehicles, and rumored to be there's a concept car called Yamaha Cross Hub also scheduled to appear in the biggest event in Tokyo. Yes, it worth mentioning as a surprise, because these Yamaha concept car is not like the previous concept that displays the figure of a sports car.
Right side view of 2018 Yamaha Cross Hub Concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2y5LxwA)
Perhaps this is also beyond your expectations for this, who expect the appearance of a sports car figure. Yamaha Cross Hub is made in the figure of a pick-up car that prioritizes transportation to transport Yamaha motorcycles, and is mentioned also has a similar design concept Sports ride. And Yamaha said the vehicle is aimed at "connecting the active and urban in the lifestyles of Yamaha enthusiasts".
Rear side view of 2018 Yamaha Cross Hub Concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2y5LxwA)
Uniquely, although it has limited cabin, but Yamaha Cross Hub can accommodate by 4 adults in it, with a unique seating configuration called 'Diamond Seat Layout,' that consist 1 driver in the middle, such as a motorcycle, and 3 passengers behind. Beside that the concept car adopted the suicide-door type.
The size of the Yamaha Cross Hub itself is almost similar to the stature of the Honda CR-V, as well as the back box has a wide enough space so as to be able to transport 2 units of motorcycles at once. It seems that these Japanese giant manufacturer does not want to be far from the world of motorcycles that have raised their name so far. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOCAR]
It is clearly seen that these Japanese auto giant, Honda is very serious plunged into the electric car market by not leaving its characteristic. It's can be seen, after Honda launched the Urban EV concept at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2017 sometime ago.
The concept of Sports EV shows Honda's serious intent for future electric performance car. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2let6Q9)
And now on its own home event ie Tokyo Motor Show 2017, Honda unveiled a concept called 'Honda Sports EV.' Honda itself has been confirmed to launch an electric-powered car at least in 2020, by preparing a number of concepts to be producted in the near future.
And while for the concept of Honda Sports EV, visually illustrating a 2-door coupe sportscar, with a simple design and futuristic also. Then there's classic impression appears to be included by using box-shaped rear lights, just like that uses on the Urban EV concept.
While the front of Honda Sports EV is still similar to the Honda Urban EV with a round headlights, but has been engineered in such a way that the aggressive aura can be emitted of it.
Unfortunately, so far Honda is still not opened yet about detailed specification of its Sports EV concept, although it is certain these car will get a high-powered electric motor.
As qouted of Autocar, October 25, 2017, Honda sources had suggested a range of around 150 miles for the Urban EV concept, so something similar should be expected for the Sports EV. The Japanese auto giant says it "combines EV performance and AI inside a compact body". *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOCAR]
The name of VW Golf is more commonly known as a versatile hatchback car, especially Golf GTI which has more powerful. However, as fast as these VW Golf of course not a match competitor for the Audi Quattro S1 in the arena of races like Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.
The VW Golf MkII Pikes Peak special double engined on the action. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2y4B6sO)
The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC), also known as The Race to the Clouds, is an annual race for hillclimb cars and motorcycles to climb the top of Pikes Peak in Colorado, USA. The track covers a distance of about 12.42 miles (19.99 km) with a distance of more than 156 rounds, climbing as high as 4,720 feet (1,440 m) from the start at Mile 7 on the Pikes Peak Highway till the finish line at the height of 14,110 feet (4,300 m).
The VW Golf MkII Pikes Peak is specially
made with 2 engines, namely 1 is behind the hood to drive the front
wheels, and another engine mounted in the rear seat position to provide
power for the rear wheels. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2y4B6sO)
Beside intend to make the Audi Quattro S1 rival car on the Pike Peak race, also to prove the performance of VW Golf, in 1985 the German famous automotive giant created a special Golf to participate in annual event of the Pikes Peak Hillclimb.
Yes, not just any car made, the VW Golf MkII Pikes Peak is specially made with 2 engines, namely 1 is behind the hood to drive the front wheels, and another engine mounted in the rear seat position to provide power for the rear wheels, so these car can moving with the front wheels, rear wheels, and 4WD.
Rear side view of the VW Golf MkII Pikes Peak special double engined. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2y4B6sO)
In 1985, each of the VW Golf MkII's engine used an Oettinger's naturally-aspirated 1.8-liter unit. Once race in the Pikes Peak event, it turns out the machines are also overwhelmed with the peak's high, as a result there is a lack of oxygen intake for the combustion chamber, thus the car only able to finish the race in third place in the Group-B.
Learning from mistakes, VolksWagen never gave up and returned to race on the Pikes Peak in 1986. This time, the VW Golf MkII carried 2 units of turbo-1.3-liter engine taken from VW Lupo. But once again VW still has not managed to conquer the Pikes Peak Hillclimb race and must admit the toughness of the Group-B's monster Audi Sport Quattro S1.
The last attempt of VW Golf MkII double engined in 1987 to conquer Pikes Peak increasingly became, then they built a VW Golf on a tubular chassis as the home of 2 units of 1.8 GTI 16V engine. In addition, the engines of these unique VW Golf is also given turbo forced induction device, and each machine connected with a Hewland's 5-speed manual transmission to channel its 640 hp of power and drive all four wheels.
The VW Golf MkII double engined is almost won on this legendary race. But once again unfortunately, the German famous automobile manufacturer must go home with empty handed, after their VW Golf MkII experienced a serious problem ie the suspension damage and had to get out of the race before reach the finish line. Since that day, the double-engined VW Golf MkII retired from the race event and to this day sit in peace at the VW Classic museum. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | WORLD RALLY BLOG]
Following the dominance of Mercedes-Benz racing cars in the F1 arena, recently reportedly their latest hypercar that will be named "Mercedes-AMG Project ONE" finally will be produced soon. The hypercar appearance is very aggressive thanks to the presence of roof scoop and large fenders that accompany the LED headlights and the "AMG" emblem on the front. And Mercedes called these hypercar on the official website as 'F1 technology for the road'.
Mercedes-Benz Project ONE on its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show IAA 2017. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2h2vp43)
And again, the Mercedes-AMG has exhibited the same engine as used by Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg in the Formula 1 racing cars into the Mercedes-AMG Project One hypercar. Yes, as already known the engine used in the Mercedes-AMG racing cars in the F1 arena is a turbo hybrid with a capacity of 1,600 cc capable of spewing power up to 700 hp.
However, given the regulations that apply in Formula 1, the engine size and power are slightly limited, so little different for the drivetrain mounted on the Mercedes-AMG Project One will be slightly larger and capable of generating up to 1,000 hp.
In addition to the power generated from internal combustion, the Mercedes-AMG Project One is also powered by at least 4 electric motors and 2 of them mounted on the front wheels as well as be equipped with Lithium-Ion battery pack as its power storage container. These electric motors are capable of spinning up to 50,000 rpm.
Right side view of Mercedes-AMG Project ONE with its doors open. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2h2vp43)
While the third electric motor works to help the performance of its turbo device, and the fourth electric motor provides additional power on its 1.6 liter V6 engine. Each electric motor is capable of producing 160 hp, while being on the turbo unit gives an extra boost of 120 hp.
Mercedes-AMG states that these hypercar engine will not experience turbo-lag symptoms. In fact, more responsive than the V8 NA engine. The result, the Mercedes-AMG Project One hypercar certainly has tremendous power, with acceleration capability from 0 to 200 kph achieved under 6 seconds and top speed up to 350 kph.
Even so these latest Mercedes hypercar can be invited to run on its electric motors only with a maximum distance as far as 25 km. While for the transmission itself uses an 8-speed automatic-manual unit specially made for the Project One to deliver the engine's power to the rear wheels.
For the chassis, the Mercedes-AMG Project One will wear monocoque chassis made of carbon fiber and use the forward/upward opening doors like the Mercedes-AMG SLS has. And next, the interior itself is equipped with a pair of HD screens, while the steering wheel is made just like the F1 car has, along with levers to adjust the car's control.
In the
development, it turns out Lewis Hamilton one of the main drivers in the Mercedes F1 racing team helped to develop the Project One's hybrid powertrain, but he did not work directly. And revealed that he was very happy with this project. The company said that these hypercar already been sold eventhough made in limited production numbers, ie 275 units only and each priced at $2.72 million (approx. Rp. 36.8 billion), while the production process will begin in 2020. If you insist to have these hypercar too? Let's make purchasing order from now on and wait next production in the row (if any). *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MERCEDES-BENZ | SLASH GEAR]
Yes, as
for promoting these Lexus LC special edition and Black Panther movies, Marvel
Studio and Lexus make a special collaboration to present these special Black Panther's Lexus
LC that will shown off two vehicles (one for limited production and one as a design study) in the world's largest aftermarket event, the SEMA
Show held in Las Vegas in the near future.
