Sempre Una Vespa As we all know that the Vespa 946 is one of the premium Vespa variants produced by the legendary Italian scooter manufacturer. This is an iconic and exclusive scooter because it is always available in limited quantities. For your information, the Vespa 946 which debuted in 2013 was inspired by the Piaggio MP6 which is also known as the first scooter variant made by the Italian scooter manufacturer in 1946.
Previously, the Vespa 946 had also been presented in several limited edition variants, including the Vespa 946 Ricordo Italiano, Vespa 946 Bellisima, Vespa 946 Emporio Armani, Vespa 946 RED and the last Vespa 946 Christian Dior. And recently, the automotive world was shocked by the presence of the Vespa 946 Louis Vuitton. Well, Goldwingfetish, which is a car modification house from Russia in early 2021 then, has released the Vespa 946 Louis Vuitton (LV) Edition which is claimed to be the only premium scooter made by Vespa in the world.
Although it looks special, the Vespa 946 Louis Vuitton is different from the other special edition Vespa 946 which is the result of a collaboration between the Piaggio Group and a well-known fashion brand. The reason is, until now there has been no official statement from either the Piaggio Group or Louis Vuitton regarding this 946 Louis Vuitton.
Even so, the Vespa 946 Louis Vuitton by Goldwingfetish is able to create an exclusive impression. In appearance, the Vespa 946 still adopts the same design and curve as the previous version. It's just that the 946 special edition comes in blue and is studded with the very iconic LV motif throughout the motorcycle body.
Starting from the front to the back, filled with logos that became the pride of these socialites. On the seats and rims, the LV blue color is also not spared. Meanwhile, on the front wing, Goldwingfetish embeds the LV logo with serial number 001/001 which indicates that this bike is the only one in the world.
In uploads on its social media, Goldwingfetish did not include the detailed specifications of the 946 LV edition. Goldwingfetish only includes information, this limited Vespa 946 petrol cap is coated with a material that is combined between aluminum and nickel.
Regarding the price, it is unfortunate that Goldwingfetish also did not provide information regarding the price of this Vespa 946. Of course, for the Vespa 946 class the price will not be cheap. If previously the Vespa 946 Christian Dior was sold in Europe for around €10,000 (Rp. 160 million), some say that this Luis Vuitton version is sold at an even higher price tag of around €15,000 (Rp. 240 million).
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 | GOLDWINGFETISH ]
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Concept ONLY As in the Gran Turismo 6 virtual racing game previously it is known that many world manufacturers have released the VGT (Vision Gran Turismo) concept. It seems that Polyphony Digital, the game developer wants to try again when Gran Turismo 7 is available to play on the PlayStation 5 (PS5) console.
The latest Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo SV concept car can be driven virtually in the Gran Turismo 7 racing game on the Sony Play Station 5 (PS5). (Picture from: https://bit.ly/38wPr27)
Reportedly, the latest sequel to the virtual racing video game Gran Turismo 7 will be released this year (2021). And ahead of its launch, the world-renowned automotive manufacturers began making concept cars that could later be driven virtually in the aforementioned racing game.
And the company that was the first to officially release its concept for the Gran Turismo 7 was Jaguar through its newest concept car called Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo SV. For the latest version, Jaguar takes a design approach towards an endurance prototype racing car. Previously, Jaguar had also released a similar concept in 2019, called the Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo Coupe.
The
latest Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo SV concept car (in the middle) posed
with the old Jaguar racing car models such (from left to right) Jaguar
C-Type, XJR-9, XJR-14 and D-Type. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/38wPr27)
In theory, because this car is a virtually concept, the Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo SV can be described briefly as an electric-powered racing car that relies on four electric motors, with a total power output of 1,877 hp and 3,360 Nm of torque. With such a large number of Power and torque, then the British company claims its latest car has the ability to accelerate from rest to 100 kph in 1.65 seconds. While the top speed it will touch is 410 kph.
The
latest Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo SV concept car appeared in a
very streamlined design applied to the car, through a long bonnet line
coupled with a low roofline, which is almost in line with the height of
the front fenders. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/3oyZuJv)
Of the visual appearance, you will see a very streamlined design applied to the car, through a long bonnet line coupled with a low roofline, which is almost in line with the height of the front fenders. Then the front fascia shows a closed grille to house the Jaguar emblem, because it has an electric drive. Then under it is attached a long and width splitter, which is cut off in the middle.
The driver of the latest Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo SV concept car is in an ergonomic position when driving the car with all the instruments positioned so that they are easily accessible to the driver's hand. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/3oyZuJv)
Meanwhile, on the sides there are almost no air holes, except for one vent which has the function of removing air pressure from behind the front fenders. The rest there is no ventilation or intake at all on the side of the Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo SV. The British premium car manufacturer also mentioned several design references applied to this concept taken from old Jaguar models such as the C-type, D-type, XJR-9, and XJR-14. Moreover, the giant rear wing also reminds us of the Jaguar racing car that once competed in the 24-Hours of Le Mans.
The latest Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo SV
is an electric-powered racing car that relies on four electric motors, with a total power output of 1,877 hp and 3,360 Nm of torque. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/38wPr27)
In dimensions when compared to the Jaguar VGT Coupe, the Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo SV is 861 mm longer. All parts of the body are utilized to generate maximum downforce, including the fully closed bottom. Not only closed, but also given special sculptures for the best air flow to the diffuser. As a result, the car's drag coefficient (Cd) is only 0.398, with 483 kg of downforce generated when the car's speed reaches 322 kph.
The interior is also made in such a way as to support aerodynamic performance, so when in the cockpit, so the driver is in an ergonomic position when driving the car with all the instruments positioned so that they are easily accessible to the driver's hand. All control devices are also designed to keep the car's weight light by using Typefibre material. These materials are used to make composite seats, which reportedly will also be tested on the Jaguar I-Type is will be used as the Formula E racing cars next season.
"The Vision GT SV is a dramatic and visually captivating car, showcasing what is possible when the traditional boundaries that govern real-world car design are completely removed. In bringing this car to life with a full-size design study, we were able to showcase the most extreme version of the Jaguar electric racing car that is inspired by the past, but looks fearless into the future," said the Jaguar's director of design, Julia Thomson.
"All aerodynamic features have been painstakingly optimized through cutting-edge computational fluid dynamics analysis - in exactly the same way we do real-world projects like the Jaguar I-TYPE Formula E race car," said Jaguar SV senior aerodynamic engineer Michael O'Regan. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | JAGUAR | AUTOWISE | ]
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SuperBEAST Of the many premium car manufacturers in the world, there are several brands that sound very prestige. For example, Ferrari, Lamborghini, and McLaren, who are diligent in presenting premuim quality cars for world automotive enthusiasts to date. Recently, McLaren, one of the British premium automotive brands had launched a supercar that comes with a very cool design coupled with a performance above the average sports car ever.
McLaren Sabre is touted the McLaren's fastest non-hybrid two-seater model ever. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2MLjRoP)
Previously we also had presented an article about an assumed supercar as the McLaren with the production code of BC-03 recorded in a spy-shot photo some time ago. So, at that time, as seen in the photo, there was a car covered by camouflage all over its body passing by somewhere at unknown location.
McLaren Saber is a non-hybrid two-seater model specially designed by the McLaren's Special Operation (MSO division). (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2MLjRoP)
And now it's finally revealed that the car in question is a high-performance car recently launched by the Woking-based manufacturer and named the McLaren Sabre.As quoted from Autocar, the supercar was specially designed by McLaren's Special Operations (MSO) division and only made 15 units. Beside that the supercar was also claimed to be able to reach speeds of 218 mph, making it the McLaren's fastest non-hybrid two-seater model ever produced to date.
McLaren Sabrefeatures extensive body modifications made possible by homologation requirements. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2MLjRoP)
By design, the supercar does come with a very unique design by applying swing-up doors and a huge dorsal fin connected to the rear wing. It is suspected that the customer who commisioned it also had a hand in adjusting the dynamics of the car to suit their needs during the prototype's test run in early 2020.
McLaren Sabre has a very unique design by applying swing-up doors and a huge dorsal fin connected to the rear wing. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2MLjRoP)
Although previously McLaren has committed to presenting a hybrid supercar. But, this time, the British manufacturer still wants to present a new product without the intervention of an electric motor. And Sabre is said to be using a 4.0 liter twin-turbo V8 McLaren engine which is believed to be capable of producing up to 824 bhp of power. And when compared to the McLaren Senna, the Sabre is 35 bhp stronger with a torque of 590 lb.ft.
McLaren Sabre uses a 4.0 liter twin-turbo V8 McLaren engine which is believed to be capable of producing up to 824 bhp of power and a torque of 590 lb.ft. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2MLjRoP)
The McLaren Sabre features extensive body modifications made possible by homologation requirements. And the result is a McLaren Sabre Aero package which is said to be reaching "new limits" through the LMP1-style fins that sit in the center of the roof, coupled with a giant rear diffuser and a distinctive three-slat wing.
An example of the first McLaren Sabre model has been shipped for an undisclosed price, and is estimated to be in the seven digits of US dollar. While another 14 examples will be coming to 14 other customers in the next few months of 2021. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOCAR | CARSCOOPS | ]
Unique ONES As we all know that Chrysler now FCA (Fiat Chrysler Automobile), one of the three giant American automotive companies has built many unique and interesting concept cars in the past few decades. So on this occasion we try to present a future concept car made in 1968 by Dodge (an American car brand under Chrysler) which is named Dodge Charger III.
1968 Dodge Charger III concept car appeared as a two-seater sportscar with a very slim body profile like an arrow. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/3nln8rv)
This car is a classic two-seater sportscar concept with a very slim body profile like an arrow, so it's no exaggeration if the American company then claims it to be the most aerodynamic car has ever built.
Despite having such an aerodynamic shape, but infact, it was simply impractical. Because the cabin feels narrow and cramped, and you could not be to lower the side windows so that fresh air enters the cabin. Because, instead of having the normal windshield and separate side windows, in fact the Dodge Charger III only has a circular one-piece glass fixed permanently in a fiberglass canopy.
1968 Dodge Charger III concept car has no normal doors and to get into the cabin You have to lift the air spring-based canopy. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2MCGKKV)
Uniquely, the Charger III doesn't have normal doors and windows, so to get into the cabin, you have to lift the air spring-based canopy by pressing a special button. As the entire canopy is lifted, the bucket seats will automatically rise by 8 inches, the steering wheel and instrument panel will swing upwards to allow easier access for the driver and passenger. Looks fancy? Maybe, but it's definitely impractical.
1968 Dodge Charger III concept car has narrow and cramped cabin with only two bucket seats to accomodate the driver and passenger inside. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2MCGKKV)
Even so, the concept car, which was completed in 1968, still looks modern today. This concept car is actually part of a Dodge promotion, designed to showcase all of the company's latest technology and engineering advancements, particularly in the aerodynamics
1968 Dodge Charger III concept car has the hidden headlights under its long sloping hood that resemble to the Corvette front-end. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2MCGKKV)
In 1969, Robert B. McCurry, the Dodge's general manager at the time said, "The Charger III is an idea car. Or, better call it an idea exchange. This experimental vehicle is our way of showing the public some of the design concepts and techniques we have developed. From the public, we learn what they want (or don't like) to see in future cars. That's why we conducted a special consumer survey at auto shows Many of the features seen in the Charger III may also be included in our cars in the not too distant future. long time."
1968 Dodge Charger III concept car has special experimental braking system with three air brake flaps synchronized with the regular braking system. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2MCGKKV)
The Charger III concept has hidden headlights under its long sloping hood that resemble to the Corvette front-end. While, the car's rear-end reminds us to the Pete Brock-designed Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe, and then the roofline and chopped-off tail reminds of the Ferrari Breadvan. It definitely, those aerodynamic designs intended to make the car can run really fast on a race track.
The Dodge Charger III concept is equipped with a 426 cubic-inches dimensioned V8 Hemi engine and is installed in front of the passenger compartment under the long hood. Uniquely, the Dodge Charger III features a service access panel located just behind the front left wheel.
Some said that the 1968 Dodge Charger III concept car equipped with a 426 cubic-inches dimensioned V8 Hemi engine. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2MCGKKV)
This seems to make it easier for the driver to check at a glance the engine oil, coolant and battery fluid levels, and also to house the fuse panel. So, anyone can do a complete inspection to the engine without opening the hood.
Then there is also, an experimental braking system by using three air brake flaps synchronized with the regular braking system and acting as an air foil brake (like an airplane). This is not to slow down the speed of the car, but to help the car's stability during sudden braked. And under this brake cap are two gas filler caps.
Although the 1968 Dodge Charger III concept is quite eye-catching, it looks like this car is too complicated and impractical for mass production. Therefore, the 1968 Dodge Charger III only ended up as a very unique concept car, of course.
The Charger III remains a stillborn dream machine, and it took more than 25 years to bring its basic design into the Viper GTS form.This proves that even a good idea may take some time to find the light of day.*** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MYCARREQUEST | CONCEPTCARZ ]
ONE-OFF - The existence of concept cars in the world's automotive is not always made by car manufacturers but also made by independent automotive designers who are then submitted to the car manufacturers to be used as production models. Among the many concept cars created by automotive designers that had circulated in the 1960s, it turns out that the Studebaker Sceptre was able to give a little impression.
1962 Studebaker Sceptre Concept designed by Brooks Stevens and bodied by Turin Carrozzeria Sibona-Basano. (Picture from: WIKIPEDIA)
The Studebaker Sceptre is one of a series of cars made and proposed by Brooks Stevens, a renowned Milwaukee industrial designer in 1962-1963 to replace the old Studebaker's product line.The Scepter concept car design results were given to the Studebaker's CEO Sherwood Egbert and company management in April 1963 as the replacement of 1966 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk, which also happened to be a Brooks Stevens design.
1962 Studebaker Sceptre Concept designed by Brooks Stevens and bodied by Turin Carrozzeria Sibona-Basano. (Picture from: MacMotorCityGarage)
But unfortunately the timing was not right, because the American automotive company was in poor condition and was on the verge of bankruptcy. As we know, that Studebaker almost lost all options to survive in the spring of 1963, and was forced to seal off all of its factory doors before the end of that year. It is a shame that the striking Sceptre was never came out of the Studebaker's assembly line at the South Bend factory. Indeed, no one could guarantee at the time whether the 1966 Studebaker Sceptre presence would bring success and save the company at the same time.
1962 Studebaker Sceptre Concept designed by Brooks Stevens and bodied by Turin Carrozzeria Sibona-Basano. (Picture from: ConceptCarz)
Stevens had the only Sceptre prototype built by Turin Carrozzeria Sibona-Basano, a little-known and short-lived (only five years, 1962-1966) but highly regarded Italian coachbuilder that was also responsible for Virgil Exner’s stunning Mercer Cobra. The Italian coachbuilder company directed by Pietro Sibona, formerly of Ghia, and brothers Elio and Emilio Basano was made the beautifully detailed prototype on the Studebaker chassis for $16,000 (a remarkable price in those days).
1962 Studebaker Sceptre Concept designed by Brooks Stevens and bodied by Turin Carrozzeria Sibona-Basano. (Picture from: MacMotorCityGarage)
As qouted of the Macsmotorcitygarage, the observers noted that the Brooks Stevens's automotive designs could range from the basic to the baroque. In our opinion, the Sceptre is one of the cleanest and most elegant examples of all, with simple visual elements that cleverly complement one another. It shows on the distinctive front end featuring an electric-razor grille with a Sylvania Light Bar system to illuminate the roadway.
1962 Studebaker Sceptre Concept designed by Brooks Stevens and bodied by Turin Carrozzeria Sibona-Basano. (Picture from: ConceptCarz)
ling includes an ingenious and useful clamshell trunk opening, and the broad C-pillar, with polarizing glass panels, are touted as a stylized representation of the formal roof that Stevens uses on the GT Hawk and his reskinned Brazilian Aero Willys. And the Sylvania light bar is also used at the rear-end, but is hidden behind a full-width ruby plastic lens.
Then the cabin is brought a modern Italian style touche, combined with black and gold vinyl trim and a large, airy greenhouse flooded with light. The thermometer-type speedometer and instrument panels are housed in a plastic pod at the top of the dashboard, while the passenger side features a large vanity area with folding mirror.
Although, eventually the Studebaker Corporation failed to survive as a carmaker, while on the opposite, the one-off Sceptre prototype managed to survive. Fortunately, the car resided in the Brooks Stevens Automotive Museum in Mequon, Wisconsin for many years, and these days can be seen at the Studebaker National Museum in South Bend, Indiana. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MACSMOTORCITYGARAGE | CONCEPTCARZ | WIKIPEDIA ]
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Regarding the price, it is unfortunate that Goldwingfetish also did not provide information regarding the price of this Vespa 946. Of course, for the Vespa 946 class the price will not be cheap. If previously the Vespa 946 Christian Dior was sold in Europe for around €10,000 (Rp. 160 million), some say that this Luis Vuitton version is sold at an even higher price tag of around €15,000 (Rp. 240 million).
