Acquainted with a motorbike figure of the Soviet Union era

Unique ONES Podolskian Mechanical factoryâ, a motorcycle manufacturer from the era of the Soviet Union seem not familiar in the ears of many people today. The manufacturers based in the Podolsk city, near Moscow who stand at the beginning of World War II turned out to be a lot to learn from the enemies of the country, such as Nazi Germany, even then the United States, an ally in World War II but later turn back became 'enemies' in the Cold War era after World War II ended.

1938 ПМЗ or PMZ A-750 known as Podolskian Mechanical Factory A Seven Fifty. (PIcture from: http://adf.ly/1YgLow)

It is reflected on their motorcycle model, 1938 ПМЗ or PMZ A-750 known as Podolskian Mechanical Factory A Seven Fifty, where the design process through the stages and the learning process is quite long. The story began when, leader of the Communist Party wants to increase motorcycle production capability of the Soviet Union in 1929, then built the first big vehicle factory in Izhevsk and pointed an engineer named Petr Vladimirovich Mozharov as the head of factory.

In that time, Mozharov who had just returned from the 'school' in Germany, trying to apply his knowledge. Unmitigated eight best German motorcycle manufacturers in that time has been visited by him, such Allright, BMW, DKW, D-Rad (!), Mabeco, Neander, NSU, and Zündapp. But Mozharov simply choose the DKW, Zündapp and Neander as his refference guides, because the DKW has many models, Zündapp has high-tech in that time, and Neander for its unique product concepts.

Later, a prototype motorcycle named the 'L-300' was developed and tested by the 'Scientific Car and Tractor Research Institute' in Leningrad. In 1931, Mozharov and his team moved to Moscow to join the other leading Soviet automotive engineer. And they got the approval for the concept of a successful motorcycle built for the Red Army. 

Right side view of 1938 ПМЗ or PMZ A-750. (PIcture from: http://adf.ly/1YgLow)

The concept, called NATI A-750 will become a reference product Soviet motorcycle over the next decade. Uniquely, the design mimics the Harley-Davidson D engine model, which are placed on the chassis that similar the BMW chassis with the fuel tank in it. The Double-cradle chassis was produced by means of press. Trailing link front suspension fork with leaf springs.

By using a two-cylinder engine capacity of 740 cc and transmission equipped with three longitudinal acceleration, as well as multi-plate dry clutch and eventually drive chain. Interestingly, other systems are very advanced in its time, for example an oil circulation system, a battery ignition system with a high-voltage coil and an automotive-style distributor.

Left side view of 1938 ПМЗ or PMZ A-750. (PIcture from: http://adf.ly/1YgLow)

The next model, NATI B-375, similar and congruent only now the machine slightly tilted forward at an angle of 13°. So it is more powerful, with the peak power up to 18 hp. So that by mid 1933, has produced four different prototypes, and successfully passed the road test as far as 1,200 km from Izhevsk to Moscow.

After through many 'political' debate, the Soviet Union then determine the L-300 built in Izhevsk, and the manufacturer officially bears the name of PMZ or "Podolskian Mechanical factoryâ". Uniquely, PMZ has actually been established since 1900 as a factory for the Singer sewing machine, which in fact belongs to the United States. Because of the change of power, the factory was nationalized in 1923, and since 1930 become the center for the production of military necessity.

Rear side view of 1938 ПМЗ or PMZ A-750. (PIcture from: http://adf.ly/1YgLow)

Mozharov who became head of the factory then, did the pace of change in total. He changed a lot of production machines as needed to produce a motorcycle. Like the stamp machine to make the order efficiently. It took three years to change the factory in order to produce the first motorcycle. But mysteriously, Mozharov later died, were reportedly due to fatigue. And consequently, the production also faltered.

Although in July 1934, in great financial difficulty and many other difficulties, the manufacturer successfully delivered 10 units of the first motorcycle that is now known as "PMZ A-750". And nine of them were demonstrated to the 'People's Komissar,' or the Communist Party supervisor at the state agency, Sergo Ordzhonikidze. When the workers were planning to produce a total of only 500 machines, he objected. "You have to produce no less than one and a half thousand such machines!"

And of course succeed, even if it means working day and night for the manufacturer workers, because almost all the production lines work by manually. And since that day, PMZ A-750 became the official motorcycle for the Red Army, Police and Secret Service including civilian government agencies in the Soviet Union. The motorcycle model is very popular because their rugged construction and great looks.

However, when it used turned out to be a lot of unexpected things happen, such as less comfortable and sometimes the engine suddenly died without any known cause. Due to the many complaints, and finally the motorcycle production was stopped in 1939.

 

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 [230316] | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | PIPEBURN]

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The latest roofless V12-engined supercar of Ferrari

Unique ONES After some time ago Lamborghini launched the one-off racing-purposed supercar called the Lamborghini Squadra Corse SC18, and it seems Ferrari also did not want to miss. Recently the Maranello-based premium car manufacturer launched their latest creation, named Ferrari SP3JC.

Ferrari SP3JC, a special one-off roofless supercar owned by a Scottish collector named John Collins. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2zyc8Ry)

The SP3JC is the latest one-off project from Ferrari which has been officially handed over to its owner namely John Collins, a Scottish collector and former freelance writer. The vehicle designed by the Ferrari Styling Center is an order from a Ferrari collector who wants a pure roadster with a chassis and engine taken from the F12tdf.

Ferrari SP3JC, a pure roadster built based on a chassis and engine taken from the Ferrari F12tdf. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2zyc8Ry)

This car produced only one unit, and ordered by the one-off series, it will provide the maximum expression of the driving experience with an open-roof car, and at the same time will remind again to the 1950s and 60s V12-engined Ferrari spider car product.

Ferrari SP3JC wears a funky tri-color paint scheme that really doesn’t do justice to the exclusivity of this model. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2zyc8Ry)

This roofless (obviously) car has a very muscular appearance with dynamic grooves on the sides designed to emphasize the front-engine layout, a typical air intake hole placement on the front, and a dramatic rear fascia with horizontal lines that make it look wider.

Ferrari SP3JC uses a 6.3-liter V12 producing 780 horsepower and 520 pound-feet of torque. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2zyc8Ry)

The client's love of Pop Art is reflected in the firm graphics, and the unique combination of livery from the Azzurro Met (blue) and Giallo Modena (yellow) above the main Bianco Italia (white) color scheme that confirms the sensual impression of the car.

It took more more than three years to build the one-off Ferrari SP3JC. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2zyc8Ry)

The sporty theme that is strengthened is seen by the installation of special details such as two-glass inserts on the hood to show off the V12 780cv engine, a link between the fairing of an integrated carbon fiber roll and a brushed aluminum fuel tank cap.

Then on its interior, there is a pair of racing-styled seat made of genuine leather in blue with white inserts. The blue colored leather extends to the bottom of dashboard and is sewn with contrasting colored stitches throughout the interior trim.

As quoted of Top Speed, Ferrari to build it since more than three years ago. The wait was long, but the final product made it worth it. *** [EKA [061218] | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | DIGITRENDS | TOPSPEED]

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Towards the birth of the last petrol-engined sports car of Lotus

Wait.... After some time ago, Lotus Cars had launched officially its first electric-powered hypercar, named Lotus Evija, again the British company will introduce its newest sports car which is projected to be the successor of its previous sports car line ups.

The teaser image of Lotus Emira, the  last petrol-engined sports car of Lotus. (Picture from: Carscoops)

The new sportscar model is named Lotus Emira which is also said to be the last petrol-engined sports car produced by the British company. Previously, this Emira sports car was known by its code name, the Type 131 which was designed to fulfill the Lotus's promise of creating cars that were more useful and better equipped than previous models such as the Evora, Elise and Exige which will be replaced collectively.

The teaser image of Lotus Emira, the  last petrol-engined sports car of Lotus. (Picture from: Carscoops)

As the plan, this Hethel, Norfolk-based automotive company will fully introduce the new sportscar model on July 6, 2021, and will go on sale included to the US (with full federal homologation) in the middle to the end of the year with prices ranging of the US $60,000. Besides confirming the name for the sports car, the British sportscar maker subsequently released a teaser image as well.

The teaser image of Lotus Emira, the  last petrol-engined sports car of Lotus. (Picture from: Carscoops)

Furthermore, the newest Lotus sportscar will only be available in coupe form, as confirmed by Matt Windle, the Lotus's new managing director that there are no plans for a roadster version. Furthermore, he said that the Emira sportscar will come with a choice of either an exclusively offered a new 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to a dual clutch transmission system or a V-6 engine coupled with a choice of a six-speed manual gearbox or an automatic torque converter.

The teaser image of Lotus Emira, the  last petrol-engined sports car of Lotus. (Picture from: Carscoops)

The four-cylinder version will produce over 300 horsepower, and produce at least as much as 416-hp of output than the Evora GT, meaning performance overlaps with the two. Furthermore, Matt Windle confirmed, that there will be no hybrid or plug-in variant so Lotus plans to make it as a direct transition to a fully electrified production model. The British manufacturer has not informed yet where the Emira's engine came from, but as insider sources specifically said that is not a Volvo or Geely powertrain unit.

The Emira sports car will retain its aluminum-bonded architecture, although the teaser image clearly shows that the exterior design is inspired by the carbon fiber-made Lotus Evija hypercar. While the cabin will be wider than previous Lotus models, featuring digital instruments and a capacitive touch screen for many control functions. It will also be the first Lotus to have an active safety system, although none require steering intervention.

So for now on, let's wait until the day of the Lotus Emira would be came in July 6, 2021 and see what the Lotus' last petrol-engined sportscar could be like. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | LOTUS | CARSCOOPS | WIKIPEDIA ]

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A dashing supercar-engined Lambo's SUV of the 1980s

Unique ONES Not only Lamborghini Urus, it turns out that the Italian raging-bull logoed manufacturer has ever made a dashing ferocious engined sport utility vehicle (SUV) in the 1980s. Precisely in the 1986, the Sant'Agata, Bolognese based car manufacturer launched the Lamborghini LM002 was successful enough to attract the attention of automotive enthusiasts at the time.

Lamborghini LM002 is the first SUV produced by Lamborghini ranging of 1986 to 1993 and successful enough to attract the attention of automotive enthusiasts at the time. (Picture from: Wikipedia)

Because the ancestor of the Lamborghini Urus has a radical design than the other 4x4 SUVs at the time. If the other SUVs come with a boxy shape and looks stiff, the Lamborghini LM002 comes with a sporty supercar design.

It can be seen from the many firm lines on the body, as well as the hood which has several air intakes so it has the impression of a fast car. The body is made of a material that is rarely used in SUVs, the Lamborghini LM002 uses a shell made from a combination of fiberglass and aluminum so that its weight can be minimized.

Lamborghini LM002 featured with a full luxury package, including full leather trim, tinted power windows, air conditioning, and a premium stereo mounted in a roof console. (Picture from: Wikipedia)

The Lamborghini LM002 is built based on a tubular steel frame with riveted aluminium body panels. The supercar-engined Lambo SUV was then put on the production line and built until 1993 and during its production period only 328 units were ever built.

For information, the name of LM002 is short of the Lamborghini Militaria Version 2. This means that the Lamborghini LM002 is the successor of the 1977 Cheetah prototype, 1981 LM001 and 1982 LMA002 which were only concept cars and not to be produced.

Lamborghini LM002 powered by a front-mounted 5,200 cc V12 engine which capable of spraying power up to 444 horsepower. (Picture from: Wikipedia)

Then move on to the legs, the Lamborghini LM002 relies on a fully independent suspension for the front and rear. But don't ever underestimate the performance of the LM002, because the raging-bull's SUV uses a front-mounted 5,200 cc V12 engine which capable of spraying power up to 444 horsepower.

Not surprisingly, the ferocious-powered V12 engine is the same engine used by the Lamborghini Countach. More insane, when the engine felt not enough? At that time, the manufacturer also provided an option of the Lamborghini L804 7,200 cc V12 engine, which is commonly used by speedboats with a power of 730 hp.

The power generated by the aforementioned engine is then channeled to the all-wheel drive system through a 5-speed manual transmission gearbox which is equipped with a transfer case with a wheel drive option and selecting gear ratios of  High (H) or Low (L).

The one-off "Estate" version of Lamborghini LM002 built by Salvatore Diomante, a Turin-based autoshop owner for the Sultan of Brunei. (Picture from: Wikipedia)

As quoted of Wikipedia, the dashing SUV known by the nickname of  Rambo Lambo was later built in several versions in addition to the standard version. By near the end of its production period, when Salvatore Diomante, a Turin-based autoshop owner created an one-off "Estate" version for the Sultan of Brunei by closing the rear area and raising the roof meant to significantly add to the interior.

Then there were also 2 units of the LM002 special version called the LM002 Evoluzione is built in 1988 to take part in the Paris Dakar Rally at that time. For these cars (the orange and white colored units), Lamborghini stripped of all unnecessary weight and gave it an upgraded suspension, engine modifications which brought it to 600 PS (441 kW), full roll cage, plexiglas windows and GPS equipment.

1988 Lamborghini LM002 Evoluzione specially built for the Paris Dakar Rally 1988. (Picture from: CoolMaterial)

Unfortunately, the funding ran out before they could officially be included in the competition, even though one of them had participated in the Rallye des Pharaons in Egypt and the other in Greece. The orange car was developed by the Swiss-based World LM Racing Team.

In your opinion, which is cooler between the Lamborghini LM002 and Lamborghini Urus? Submit Your opinion via the comments column below this article.😎 *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | SILODROME | WIKIPEDIA | COOLMATERIAL ]

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Five fast cars from Japan

SuperBEAST Japan is one country that is fairly prolific in producing a great powered sports car. "The Fast and the Furious" sequel movie that has now entered its ninth, also not spared as well flaunt sports cars from Japan who appeared so fierce.

The legendary Mazda RX-7 car looks more fashionable. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2RhLS6z)

Currently, Japan almost every year producing new cars with incredible speed performance. However, among the dozens of new car models are born each year in Japan, the following five cars that can be categorized as the most exciting Japan's cars that ever made,

5. Mazda RX-7 (FD)

The third and last generation of the RX-7, known as the FD, 2-door sports coupe was manufactured in three Series, 6, 7 and 8, and was based on a 2.6L Wankel rotary engine positioned behind the front axle.

A total of three outputs were available, 236 HP, 255 HP and 276 HP, all of them joined by a manual, 5-speed transmission as standard.

Mazda RX-7 (FD). (Picture from: http://www.c7carbon.com/)

Optionally, a 4-speed automatic transmission could also be fitted. Braking efficiency and fading resistance were improved thanks to the all-round ventilated discs. The FD RX-7 was declared Playboy's Car of the Year in 1993 and numerous publications rated it as one of the best sports cars. (Jump to related article).

4. Nissan R390 GT-1

The Nissan R390 can not be ruled out. Designed to compete on Le Mans GT-1 category in the 1990s, Nissan R390 performed with a very aggressive look.

Moreover, the car is much sought after by the collector's exclusiveness. Because only produced 2 units with 1 unit saved by Nissan.

Nissan R390 GT-1. (Picture from: http://autos.okezone.com/)

Using a V8 engine with a capacity of 3.5 liters and has been equipped with twin-turbo. With this engine, the Nissan R390 is said to accelerate in 3.8 seconds to reach 100 kph. Meanwhile, the power output of 550 hp engine makes it capable of driving up to 315 kph.

3. Acura NSX

One of the most exotic cars ever produced by Japan. In fact, several awards were ever The car was taken. At first glance, many would probably think that this car is the Italian production.

However, Acura NSX is a Japanese car, that carrying a V6 engine with a capacity of 3.0-liter and capable of spraying power up to 280 hp.

Acura NSX. (Picture from: http://www.topcarmag.com/)

The car chassis recognized manufacturer, in part designed thanks to the input of legendary Brazilian racer, Ayrton Senna. Production of this car was fairly long, ie from 1990 to 2005. The new generation of NSX born with a new performance hybrid system. (Jump to related article).

2. Nissan GT-R (R35)

Although looks are not as pretty as the European supercars, the power of the Nissan GT-R can be relied upon.

Produced in 2007 until now, the Nissan GT-R presented as the answer to doubts of the lovers of Skyline its predecessor. However, over time the GT-R was able to prove everything.

Nissan GT-R. (Picture from: http://www.bornrich.com/)

In the Nissan GT-R 2013 model year, this car comes with a few changes. Besides good looks fresher, the engine response is also made faster with a generating capacity of up to 542 bhp twin-turbo V6 engine that has a capacity of 3.8 liters was carrying. In addition, the suspension was also updated with excellent stability. (Jump to related article).

1. Lexus LFA

Lexus LFA is one of the best in the category of fast cars. This is the first Japanese supercar that is only produced in very limited numbers, ie 500 units.

The car is entered into the production line on December 15, 2010. For nearly three years of production, Lexus only makes 500 units of LFA in its production facilities in the Motomachi plant in Aichi Prefecture, Japan.

Front view of Lexus LFA. (Picture from: http://www.langitberita.com/)

At the factory has 170 workers who assemble the handmade car, so that makes it so very limited production numbers, only 1 unit of LFA produced every day.

Rearview of Lexus LFA. (Picture from: http://commons.wikimedia.org/)

This fast car carrying the V10 engine that has a 4.8-liter capacity and is able to accelerate from 0-100 kph in just 3.6 seconds and it could achieve a maximum speed of 325 kph which is the result of an engine that can generate power 552 hp. *** [EKA [080513] | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | DIH | PIKIRAN RAKYAT 03052013]
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A modern Italian Shelby Cobra-inspired roadster

Modern CREATIONS For those of you true automotive enthusiasts, of course you are familiar with the Shelby Cobra, a legendary classic American sports car made by Caroll Shelby in the 1960s. The car also is known as one of the most favorite iconic sports cars in the United States to this day.

2015 Puritilia 427 Roadster dubbed as 'Shelby Cobra of Italy' designed by Fabio Ferrante. (Picture from: Autoevolution)

However, what if the Shelby Cobra was designed by an Italian designer? Well, a few years ago, a Napoli-based company called Puritalia Automobili introduced a production version of a sports car was named Puritalia 427, and dubbed as the "Shelby Cobra of Italy."

2015 Puritilia 427 Roadster is a powerful and lightweight two-seater roadster that updates the prestigious past and aims to enhance the pure thrill of road driving. (Picture from: Autoevolution)

Puritalia Automobili itself was founded in 2011 by Paolo Parenta with the aim of designing and producing a limited series sports car, based on typical Italian designs and strictly handcrafted with quality craftsmanship and engineering.

And the latest car model coming from the Italian manufacturer is the Puritalia Berlinetta, an Italian hybrid 951 hp supercar with a sexy body has been debuted and shown off the 2019 Geneva International Motor Show.

2015 Puritilia 427 Roadster dasboard featured with a modern tastes and adorned by an Italian's distinctive style touches. (Picture from: SocialDesignMagazine)

Well, the Puritalia 427 roadster was designed by a young Italian designer named Fabio Ferrante, and as we mentioned earlier that the roofless sports car was inspired by the famous American roadster of the 60s, the Shelby Cobra is redesigned into a modern tastes and adorned by an Italian's distinctive style touches.

2015 Puritalia 427 Roadster has two heavilly bucket seats covered by black genuine leather. (Picture from: SocialDesignMagazine)

The roofless sports car had officially introduced to the public for the first time at a private event in December, 2014. And the name of '427' which it carries is an illustration of its Ford V8 engine has 427 cubic inches in dimensions with a 5 liters of capacity.

And the consumers are given 2 drivetrain options, ie the naturally aspirated version of the V8 5.0-liter engine can be spew power of 445 hp, while the supercharged version of 605 hp. The engine is then mated to a 6-speed manual transmission system, with the help of a twin-disc hydraulic clutch and a limited slip differential, sending power to drive its rear wheels which is also equipped with an independent suspension.

2015 Puritilia 427 Roadster powered by a V8 5.0-liter naturally aspirated Ford engine able to spew 445 hp, while the supercharged version of 605 hp and mated to a 6-speed manual transmission system. (Picture from: Autoevolution)

A powerful and lightweight two-seater roadster that updates the prestigious past and aims to enhance the pure thrill of road driving. By staring at a glance the appearance of the Italian-designed 'Shelby Cobra' car, besides having a light weight, does look very bold, sporty, and what is the best of all is its performance while driving on the streets like an American roadster.

Then the production of the roadster weighing of 1,090 kg will be strictly limited to 427 units only, of which 250 units are aimed specifically for the European market with prices starting from € 180 thousand for the standard variant. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOEVOLUTION | SOCIALDESIGNMAGAZINE | TOPSPEED ]

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