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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Citroën, one of the leading French car manufacturers has confirmed their readiness to present mini electric-powered cars that can be used instead of bicycles and scooters named Ami One Concept.
Ami One Concept - Experience of the urban mobility by Citroën. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2KbKU9e)
The car that has a tiny body shape is indeed predicted as a compact vehicle for urban mobility. Ami One Concept was built with a configuration of two passengers with a range of around 100 kilometers. Not only that, this car can only go up to 45 kph.
A red-black colored tiny EV named Ami One Concept (right) posed with Citroën 19_19 Concept (left) while shown at the Citroën booth in the VivaTech 2019 in Paris. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2HLSncs)
Reportedly, this electric-powered car will become a mode of transportation provided by Citroën for the French community. And to be able to use it, you must order it first through a ride-sharing application from a smartphone or computer device.
In addition, the car is also equipped with a variety of powerful features in the cabin, ranging from wireless charging to cellphones, then there is a 5-inch screen that serves as a setting panel and a simple interface with voice control. And not to forget, bluetooth speakers that replace conventional stereo systems are also installed in the cabin.
This tiny car has also been displayed alongside the Citroën 19_19 Concept (another sophisticated car from these French auto manufacturer) at the VivaTech 2019 exhibition in Paris.
Citroën still continues to develop these tiny electric powered vehicle, because it still in the concept stage. And it is not yet known whether these green car will be produced or only as a model at the concept stage. ***[EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | PRESTIGE ELECTRIC CAR&BIKE]
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As stated by Ferrari, one of the Italian renowned premium car manufacturers that they will launch their newest hybrid supercar on May 29, 2019. Yes, the Prancing Horse logoed auto manufacturer officially on that date has launched their first hybrid supercar named Ferrari SF90 Stradale.
Ferrari SF90 Stradale, the most powerfull Ferrari ever produced. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2JJFmDD)
As qouted of Motor1, Ferrari SF90 Stradale like Ferrari LaFerrari also uses a hybrid system. But unlike its predecessor, the SF90 packs a smaller gas engine, plug-in charging capability, all-wheel drive, and yes, even more horses. With a burst of power of around 986 hp (735 kW), making the SF90 is the most powerful Ferrari ever produced.
This new Ferrari's supercar is carried a 4.0-liter turbocharged V8 engine capable of producing around 769 hp (573 kW) of power and torque of around 800 Nm (590 lbs-ft). Then the Italian manufacturer also implanted 3 packs Lithium-Ion battery-powered electric motors each 1 unit in the rear axle and 2 units in front. Those electric motor provides an additional power of around 217 hp (162 kW), so that the total power that can be sprayed up is 986 hp (735 kW) and 800 Nm (590 lbs-ft).
All of these bursts of power are channeled to all the wheels through an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission system, making the supercar capable of accelerating from rest to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds, 125 mph around 6.7 seconds and a top speed of 211 mph. This number makes the SF90 not only fast on the straight track. In a test on the Fiorano Ferrari test track, the SF90 recorded a 79-mili second faster lap time (around 1:19) than LaFerrari (1:19.70). Wow.!!
For off the track efficientcy control, the SF90 offers a pure electric driving mode. With a range of around 16 miles (25 km), an electric maximum speed of 84 mph (135 kph) and a plug-in charging capability, making the SF90 run around Maranello in complete silence as it is tearing the circuit up with its engine screeching towards redline.
The SF90 exterior looks very radical by reinvents aerodynamic accessorizing. The front of the chassis is 15 mm (0.6 inches) higher than the center. Thus making air flow through the vortex generator, which basically keep things streamlined through the body. With this advanced aero work, the SF90 produces downforce 860 lbs (390 kg) at 155 mph (250 km). And Ferrari said that number is the "new benchmark for downforce and efficiency in high-performance road cars."
The SF90 interior is applied a new cabin styling, highlighted by a wraparound 16.0-inch HD screen, advanced HUD, and an F1-inspired cockpit, on the steering wheel also mounted toogles that controls four different driving modes: eDrive, Hybrid, Performance, and Qualify.
The first two, as the name suggests, make use of battery power. The efficiency-oriented eDrive mode turns off the V8 completely and only relies on the 16 miles range of the batteries and electric motors. In Hybrid mode, the control logic switches between the gas engine and battery power automatically, by using information such as accelerator pedal pressure and driving conditions.
In Performa and Qualify driving modes, the V8 still uses turbocharged. The first uses a high output engine to help charge the electric modes, while the second releases all 986 horses from both the electric motor and the internal combustion engine. As the name suggests, this is the ideal mode for the tracks.
With all the advanced technology available to it, the SF90 Stradale has a weight of around 3,461 lbs (1,570 kilos). It is approximately 30 lbs (13 kg) lighter than LaFerrari (3,494 lbs). While the Chassis, 20 percent stiffer and 40 percent more torsionally rigid than previous performance platform, all without adding unnecessary weight.
All-new Ferrari SF90 Stradale sounds like a technological marvel. For price and availability details are still in the final stages, but this hyper-hybrid is expected to go on sale this year. And certainly the price is very expensive. Some auto-observers give an estimate of the price, which ranges from €600,000, or equivalent to Rp.9.6 billion. Are you want to have this road-beast? *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | FERRARI | MOTOR1]
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Not long ago, one of renowned French automotive company, Citroën has introduced their newest fully electric powered car concept named Citroën 19_19 Concept. This electric vehicle is claimed to answer the needs of urbanites who want to do a long distances intercities travel.
Citroën 19_19 Concept, the newest fully electric powered vehicle concept of the French automotive company. (Picture from: https://engt.co/2JBawwK)
As reported by Engadget on Thursday, May 16, 2019, those French automotive manufacturer claimed their Citroën 19_19 Concept was able to roam up to 800 kilometers (about 497 miles) on a single battery charge.
And of its electric motor system able to give an output power of 340 kW and 800 Nm of torque. This elecric car carried a 100 kWh battery pack made the car able to accelerate from zero to 62 mph (100 kph) in only 5 second and has a top speed of 124 mph (200 kph).
Citroën 19_19 Concept (left) posed with a red-black colored tiny EV named Ami One Concept (right) while shown at the Citroën booth in the VivaTech 2019 in Paris. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2HLSncs)
In fact, the electric car existed today is only able to present the car with in everage roam distances of up to 500 kilometers (310 miles), and thanks to the autonomous technology embedded by Citroën on this car, so it makes it possible for the rider to fully hand the steering wheel to the car computer system.
Left side view of Citroën 19_19 Concept, when it shown at the VivaTech 2019 in Paris. (Picture from: https://engt.co/2JBawwK)
Uniquely, when accessing the cabin, the Citroën 19_19 Concept clearly shows that this car is inspired by the flight system combined with a living room interior design.The French automotive compaby explained that the concept was able to bring comfort that had never been in a vehicle before.
However, the outward appearance of the Citroën 19_19 Concept is far from the future car look because it was more like a buggy-shaped car. However, the exterior appearance is still limited to concept or prototype, so there is a possibility of an update in future.
And the Citroën 19_19 Concept has been exhibited at the VivaTech 2019, Paris which held from May 16 to 18, 2019. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CITROËN | ENGADGET | INSIDEEVS] Note: This blog can be accessed via your smart phone.
Who would have thought if the manufacturer of an Italian supercar, Ferrari would use a hybrid engine composition on its newest car. Those hybrid car will be introduced on end of May, 2019, and is reportedly caught on camera being tested on the streets.
Latest Ferrari hybrid supercar caught on camera being tested on the streets. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/30Pw4Lu)
As quoted from the Carbuzz on Saturday, May 25, 2019, a German publication 'Auto, Motor, Und Sport' claims had known the engine that will use on those Ferrari's newest supercar. The engine apparently took the base of the latest Tributo F8, ie the 3.9 liters twin-turbo V8 engine combined with a hybrid system. Rumors circulated that those engine will be mated with 3 electric motors, but some said there was only 1 electric motor.
Latest Ferrari hybrid supercar caught on camera being tested on the streets. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/30Pw4Lu)
However, so far Ferrari refused to provide confirmation. Rumoured say that by using the option of a V8 engine like that, it capable of spewing power of 710 hp and it makes perfect sense if later the prancing horse logoed manufacturer eyeing bursts of power up to 1,000 hp when mated with a hybrid system on their newest supercar.
With that much power, making the supercar that will be made by Maranello-based auto manufacturer has an accelaration capability from rest to 100 kph (62 mph) in just two seconds. As quoted from Motor1, the Italian premium auto manufacturer through their official facebook page has also led to the newest teaser, ie its square taillights.
And the initial price to be offered for this latest car reached €600,000, equivalent to Rp. 9.6 billion. However, until now, there has been no official statement whether this Ferrari hybrid car will be a special edition model or part of a regular line-up.
And before that, the Ferrari boss had leaked a little detail about this new hybrid car. Yes, according to the CEO of Ferrari, Louis Camilleri, this will be the highest performing hybrid supercar with true beauty.
"This model will be above 812 Superfast," he said. Well, to make sure, let's just wait for the car launch later. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | FERRARI | CARBUZZ | MOTOR1]
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