Unique Lightyear One solar panel powered car

UNique ONES The development of the automotive world today is sliding very rapidly and even now being enlivened by the electrification trend. So it is not surprising that there are many concept designs for electric-powered cars been born.

Lightyear One is a Dutch company made solar-powered electric car which claimed able to run as far as 709 km only by using 60 kWh battery pack. (Picture from: MotorTrend)

So it is not surprising that this makes a Dutch startup company called Lightyear very enthusiastic to be able to immediately produce solar-powered electric cars. It was even said in the last test that the solar car was claimed to be able to run 441 or the equivalent of 709 km.

As quoted from Motortrend, in a single charge, the solar-powered electric car called Lightyear One is now claimed to be able to run up to 441 miles or 709 km. Indeed, the resulting cruising distance is not much different from the Tesla Model S and Lucid Air, but it is certain that the Lightyear One will have a smaller battery package.

Lightyear One is a Dutch company made solar-powered electric car which claimed able to run as far as 709 km only by using 60 kWh battery pack. (Picture from: MotorTrend)

The Dutch company says that the Lightyear One will only carry a 60 kWh battery pack. So which one is more efficient if this car is compared to the Tesla Model S which carries a 100 kWh battery pack to be able to run 709 km on a single battery charge?

This also shows that the Dutch company has managed to find a way to get a longer range, even in its calculations, this solar electric car Lightyear One is able to run 11 km per 1 kWh when compared to the Tesla Model 3.

Lightyear One is a Dutch company made solar-powered electric car which claimed able to run as far as 709 km only by using 60 kWh battery pack. (Picture from: MotorTrend)

Furthermore, the Dutch company said that they are still looking for ways to make this electric solar car capable of running 450 miles or the equivalent of 724 km on a single charge. For the next stage they will also carry out official testing at the EPA and WLTP to prove the efficiency of their electric car. 

As discussed in our article about this car back in 2019, the Dutch startup plans to launch a production model in 2021. And the first 100 vehicles have already been ordered, but there are still 400 more reservation slots available and can be ordered for € 119,000 or around Rp. 1.9 billion. And so far, the automaker has confirmed that the Lightyear One will enter the production line and will become a formidable competitor in the global electric car market. So, we'll just have to wait! *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | LIGHTYEAR ONE | MOTORTREND ]

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The Ringbrothers conjured the Pantera to be cool in a modern style

Modern CREATIONS Normally a classic vehicle in its original condition always had became a special attraction for automotive enthusiasts, but if a classic vehicle is then modified in such a way that it appears in modern styles, indeed made it become more interesting.

1971 De Tomaso Pantera modified into a more stylish and modern looks sports car by The Ringbrothers and Nike back in the 2013 dubbed as the ADRNLN. (Picture from: OtoBlitz)

Let's take a look at the ADRNLN, a modification result car worked by the Ringbrothers on the  De Tomaso Pantera of 1971. As we could be seen beneath the unique, if divisive, exterior, is a Seventies muscle icon packing some serious punches to transform it into a modern styled supercar. How not, Jim and Mike Ring of The Ringbrothers have dedicated more than 5,000 hours in building the car, in collaboration with Nike who designed the interior.

1971 De Tomaso Pantera modified into a more stylish and modern looks sports car by The Ringbrothers and Nike back in the 2013 dubbed as the ADRNLN. (Picture from: OtoBlitz)

It's clear that The Ringbrothers rebuilt every panel on the 'ADRNLN', by refining and updating all the Pantera's rare classic elements. As a result, the car has a lower and wider stance than the standard Pantera, which is further enhanced with larger wheel arches as well, including the headlights have been integrated and modernized with assertive lines.

1971 De Tomaso Pantera modified into a more stylish and modern looks sports car by The Ringbrothers and Nike back in the 2013 dubbed as the ADRNLN. (Picture from: OtoBlitz)

Subtle design curves like small wheel flares and custom rocker panels with brake cooling ducts adorn the Pantera's steel monocoque body, which has been finished off in BASF's Glasurit 90-Line paint system, delivering the signature Ringbrothers look. Finally, the engine bay received some added accenting courtesy of products from Hose Candy.

1971 De Tomaso Pantera modified into a more stylish and modern looks sports car by The Ringbrothers and Nike back in the 2013 dubbed as the ADRNLN. (Picture from: OtoBlitz)

Meanwhile, the original Pantera's 351 hp engine has also been replaced with The GM's 600 hp LS3 eight-cylinder engine coupled with Holley's electronic fuel injection system. The power of engine is channeled through a five-speed ZF transmission, while the double-stainless steel exhaust is done by the Flowmaster. For the legs by the modifier then pinned the HRE 'S101' three-piece forged wheels wrapped with the Nitto Invo's tires with stopping power produced by the Baer six-piston calipers at each corner.

1971 De Tomaso Pantera modified into a more stylish and modern looks sports car by The Ringbrothers and Nike back in the 2013 dubbed as the ADRNLN. (Picture from: OtoBlitz)

The interior designed by the innovation skunk works at Nike, in which they give a touch of two-tone colors by using high-quality genuine leather for a cockpit design that is more focused on driving pleasure. The Nike's design team so added a waffle design to the pedals and other transmission parts, and created a pair of suitable foothold for the 'ADRNLN'.

As qouted of the Barrett-Jackson sites, the De Tomaso Pantera 'ADRNLN' is debuted at the 2013 SEMA event and sold at the 2015 Scottsdale auction event at a pretty fantastic price of $300,000. Unfortunately, the ADRNLN could not surpassed the company's most expensive car had ever been auctioned off, ie the Ford Mustang 'Dragon', which sold for $346,000 (approx Rp. 4.4 billions).😉 *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | THE RINGBROTHERS | CLASSICDRIVER | DESIGNBOOM | BARRETT-JACKSON | GTSPIRIT ]

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Let's see the futuristic designed Pininfarina Teorema Concept car

The development of the automotive world today is sliding very rapidly and even now being enlivened by the electrification trend. So it is not surprising that there are many concept designs for electric-powered cars been born. This also invites the interest of one of the well-known Italian coachbulders Pininfarina to get back to being creative and give birth to its best vehicle concepts after the company launched its electric supercar Pininfarina Batista some time ago.

Pininfarina Teorema Concept is a bullet-shaped concept electric-powered vehicle developed by Pininfarina by using Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality technology. (Picture from GridOto)

And recently, the well-known Italian automotive design house developed a virtually concept electric-powered vehicle named the Pininfarina Teorema. As qouted of the Pininfarina official sites, this concept car is company's latest study design of the futuristic electric-powered car and with the Teorema, the Italian design house wants to interpret an electric-powered car as the urban's fancy mutual vehicle which has the cabin as comfortable as the living room. Of course, the experience of the living room on the wheels such this can be enjoyed on the go by using the vehicle has an advance autonomous technology.

Pininfarina Teorema Concept has a cabin layout of 2+2+1 in standard-mode and can turn into a space to chit-chat as its passengers wishes. (Picture from: IndoZone)

Pininfarina realized this sophisticated bullet-shaped autonomous car concept design in colaboration with several partners such as Poltrona Frau for the seats and Continental Engineering Services for the car's cabin technology. As for propulsion and platform basis, Pininfarina uses a rolling chassis platform made by Benteler.

Pininfarina Teorema Concept's cabin in the lounge mode, in which the front seats can rotate 360 ​​degrees, and the two middle seats can laid down and put together with the rear seats to be used as the benches. (Picture from GridOto)

"The Teorema wants to give back the living comfort while on the car, while driving and on the go, without the frustration of traffic jams or other compromises," said Kevin Rice, Pininfarina's Chief Creative Officer.

Pininfarina Teorema Concept has no side-doors as an ordinary car, instead the back of the car would opened up and forms a passage for the cabin's in-out access. (Picture from: VNExplorer)

Besides that, Pininfarina also said that the design of the concept car which comes dominantly under the color of copper brown is made and designed by using Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality technology and is intended to maximize aerodynamic efficiency which allows the car to run faster, by using a little of power.

Pininfarina Teorema Concept passenger is walked into the cabin and would be guided by the lights on the floor car to their seats. (Picture from: WhatNew2Day)

Let's take a look the Pininfarina's concept car. Starting from the exterior, the Teorema has a design that is much different from a traditional car design existed today. As you can be seen, the concept is appeared with the one-line pulling design from front to back combined with fins on the sides. Uniquely, the Teorema does not have side-doors like an ordinary car. Instead, the back of the car would opened up and forms a passage for the cabin's in-out access, and the passengers would be guided by the lights on the floor of this concept car to their seats.

Pininfarina Teorema Concept is intended to maximize aerodynamic efficiency which allows the car to run faster, by using a little of power. (Picture from GridOto)

Next about the cabin, the Teorema concept car has a 2+2+1 seating layout in standard-mode and can turn into a space to interact as its occupants wishes such on the lounge-mode, the front seats can rotate 360 ​​degrees, and the two middle seats can laid down and put together with the rear seats to be used as the benches for your chit-chat. Not only that, thanks to the adoption of VR technology, the Teorema cabin is able to provide a unique expansive experience with a full glass roof.

Because it is currently still presented as a concept car design, so not much technical data is disclosed and even not known whether there are plans from Pininfarina to produce the car in the real world. In our opinion, the Teorema concept car is more suitable for use as a means of limited public transportation in urban areas. What do You think? *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | PININFARINA | ID.MOTOR1 ]

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A beautiful Europa by Bizzarrini

Elegant ONES Of course you still remember the discussion about exotic cars built by an Italian automotive manufacturer based in Livorno named Bizzarrini SpA. some time ago. And the peak of this company's glory occurred in the 1960s when the company owned by Giotto Bizzarrini successfully launched a sports car production called the Bizzarrini 5300 GT Strada.

This is Bizzarrini 1900 GT Europa aka a 'baby' version of 5300 GT is built in between 1966 to 1969 and powered by a 1,897 cc Opel engine. (Picture from: RMW)

The exotic car, which was originally powered by Lamborghini's V12 engine, but was later replaced with a 327 CID V8 engine from the Corvette, in which its performance managed to amaze the public at that time.

As quoted of the Riga Master Workshop pages, soon the company also succeeded in making a smaller version of the 5300 GT under commissioned by GM-Opel. As is known, this car was built on the Opel 1900 platform which was originally projected as the Opel GT, or later known as the mini Corvette of German.

The Bizzarrini 1900 GT Europa aka a 'baby' version of 5300 GT is built on the Opel 1900 platform which was originally projected as the Opel GT. (Picture from: Pinterest)

Actually, the Bizzarrini's design proposal was more aggressive and good looking as the 5300 GT in a baby vesion. But then the Opel GT production version is designed by factory stylists and looked less aggressive but still beautiful. Because his design proposal was not used, Bizzarrini decided to realize the mentioned car's design by himself.

This small grand tourer built by Bizzarrini SpA. in between 1966 to 1969 officially named the Bizzarrini 1900 GT Europa, and was mostly built in coupe and only one in barchetta styles. In general, the Europa features a fiberglass body, penned by Bizzarrini designer named Pietro Vanni, and is equipped with independent front and rear suspensions, limited slip differential and disc brakes on all four wheels. During its production period, it is not known how many the 1900 GT Europa models were made, because the Italian manufacturer has no record of that.

The Bizzarrini 1900 GT Europa aka a 'baby' version of 5300 GT has a simple dashboard arrangement. (Picture from: RMW)

According to some sources about 17 units were managed to bulid by the Italian company (while others say only 12 units). Even some of the cars, some sources say about 20 units were assembled outside of that period (in the late 1960s and early 1970s) by using Europa spare parts and unused chassis from the Bizzarrini's plant after it went bankrupt. And obviously all of those cars were not assembled by Bizzarrini itself.

The Bizzarrini 1900 GT Europa aka a 'baby' version of 5300 GT is powered by the Opel 1,899 cc engine mounted behind the front axle and is claimed to be capable of producing around 110 hp of power. (Picture from: RMW)

And about the drivetrain, when it went into production, this Italian company installed a 1,481 cc inline-4 Fiat engine, but then when it was officially announced as the Europa, the car was introduced using a 1,897 cc Opel engine. And of the 17 units, there're 12 of them use engines from Opel while the remaining 5 are powered by four-cylinder 1300 and 1600 engines sourced from GM, Alfa Romeo and Fiat. There is even a very advanced racing version with the SPICA fuel injection system.

On the most of Europa models, the Opel 1,899 cc engine is mounted behind the front axle and is claimed to be capable of producing around 110 hp of power, and allowing the car to reach a claimed top speed of 206 kph.

The Bizzarrini 1900 GT Europa aka a 'baby' version of 5300 GT is claimed capable to run fast up to the top speed of 206 kph. (Picture from: RMW)

The Bizzarrini 1900 GT Europa became the star of the company's booth when it was shown for the first time at the Salone dell'Automobile 1966 event in Turin and one of the most notable prototypes in the whole exhibition, holding its own in the popularity contest with more well-known cars like the Ferrari Dino 206, Maserati Ghibli, and De Tomaso Mangusta.

Unfortunately, the "baby" GT by Giotto Bizzarrini aka Europa was originally meant to be a smaller, lower-cost alternative to the more expensive Strada model that would bring the Bizzarrini into volume production and compete with other sports cars from Alfa Romeo and Lancia. However, due to the bankruptcy of Bizzarrini in 1969, and made the Europa's production had to stop after only a handful of cars were made. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | DIOMANTE | WIKIPEDIA | SUPERCARS.NET | RMW.LV | PETROLICIOUS ]

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A unique Ferrari 348 TB 'Elaborazione' by Zagato

Unique ONES Again, we discuss the unique cars have been appeared and presented in the world's automotive in the 1990s era by one of the famous Italian coachbuilders, Zagato based on a prancing horse logoed sports car.

The Ferrari 348 TB Zagato Elaboraziones is a heavily modified sports car based on Ferrari 348 TB done by Zagato back in 1990.  (Picture from: MotorTrend)

Well, in between 1991 and 1992 when a number of daring Ferrari owners to let Zagato extensively explore modifications of their Ferrari 348 TB (Trasversale Berlinetta) to be something more catchy and fresher that later known as the Ferrari 348 TB Zagato Elaboraziones.

Tha Ferrari 348 TB Zagato Elaboraziones has a new bumper design with round headlights and the Prancing Horse logo in the middle. (Picture from: MotorTrend)

For a moment we look at the donor car, namely the Ferrari 348 TB which was first launched by Ferrari in 1989 and at first glance the car similar in shape to its predecessor the Ferrari Testarossa. This car also has great running capability due to it has an engine capable to spit a maximum power of 300 horsepower and can be accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in just 5.6 seconds.

The Ferrari 348 TB Zagato Elaboraziones had almost completely revamped the whole car by using handcrafted and seduced aluminum panels based on the Pininfarina's original form. (Picture from: MotorTrend)

This modified car still uses the same engine and gears as those used by the standard 348 TB. If then this modified car looks to be faster than the standard one, this is possible and makes sense, due to each owner freely can upgrade the car elsewhere as their wishes and also remembering that Zagato is not in the tuning business.

The Ferrari 348 TB Zagato Elaboraziones has a completely reworked interior by suede covered upholsteries. (Picture from: Forza-Rossa)

Then if you take a look at the exterior, it's clear that Zagato had almost completely revamped the whole car by using handcrafted and seduced aluminum panels based on the Pininfarina's original form. Meanwhile at the car's front, the original center grille and headlights of the 348 TB were removed, instead, a new bumper was installed with round headlights and the Prancing Horse logo in the middle. Each side is flanked by an enlarged NACA channel for the engine, and it sits atop a matching side skirt.

The Ferrari 348 TB Zagato Elaboraziones is powered by a 3.4 liter Tipo F119 V8 engine capable to spit a maximum power of 300 horsepower. (Picture from: MotorTrend)

Then on the back, Zagato made a new engine cover that is equipped with clear glass to show the chunk of the V8 engine mounted underneath. The such layout was only applied in 2000 by the Maranello based premium car manufacturer on the Ferrari 360 Modena Spider. Further the rear's changes are seen in the installation of three new lights and the addition of an electronically operated spoiler.

The Ferrari 348 TB Zagato Elaboraziones is applied the typical Zagato's Double Bubble roof that could be maintained enough headroom although it has the lower roofline. (Picture from: MotorTrend)

Perhaps the only modification made by Zagato and will never be on any other Ferrari model is the Double Bubble roof which has been the typical touch of the Italian coachbuilder since the 1960s. The idea is that the Zagato applied lower the roofline of the car, but still able to be maintained enough headroom for the car's occupants underneath. That's some kind of an elegantly simple idea which had never applied on by other coachbuilders.

Other modifications attached on the Elaborazione including the custom OZ Racing alloy wheels, external fuel filler caps including a three-inches rearscreen and a completely reworked interior by suede covered upholsteries (none of 10 cars have same interior). Initially, the Italian coachbuilder Zagato announced would be made the Elaborazione as much of 22 units, but in the end only 10 cars had ever made. Today, might be each have aged but still looks cool to this day. And of course its price had been skyrocketed if You wanted to have one now. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | SUPERCARSNET | EXCLUSIVECARREGESTRY | MOTORTREND | FORZA-ROSSA ]

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Lamborghini on two wheels trying to tease You

Two-Wheeled CREATIONS As we already know that Ducati and Lamborghini both represent the advantages of Italian automotive, namely the sporty impression, focus on design, and meticulous attention to detail. It is not surprising that these similarities were able to bring about a slick collaboration between Ducati and Lamborghini.

The Ducati Diavel 1260 Lamborghini posed along with its inspiration source, the Lamborghini Sián FKP 37. (Picture from: Otomotif Kompas)

By the end of 2020 the collaboration between the two succeeded in realizing a motorcycle named the Ducati Diavel 1260 Lamborghini is inspired by the Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 which was produced in limited numbers and ready to tempt you the speed enthusiasts who have riding passion through the wind on the motorcycle's saddle.

The Ducati Diavel 1260 Lamborghini has similarity values and visionary design approach with the Lamborghini Sián FKP 37. (Picture from: Otomotif Kompas)

As quoted from Lamborghini's official website, Mitja Borkert, Head of Design for Automobili Lamborghini, said that the design of this motorcycle was achieved through a team work that has the same values, and a visionary design approach so as to produce a silhouette that is unique, but different.

The Ducati Diavel 1260 Lamborghini is also given a touch of carbon fiber material on several parts, such as the fuel tank, air intake, radiator cover, spoiler, mudguard, and seat cover. (Picture from: Otomotif Kompas)

Ducati's Centro Stile Director Andrea Ferraresi said, "The Lamborghini Sián-inspired Ducati Diavel celebrates the (same) values we share, which is that we are both Italian, we are inherently sporty and our designs always distinguish our creations." 

The Ducati Diavel 1260 Lamborghini is equipped with electronic devices, ranging from Cornering ABS Evo, Ducati Traction Control Evo, and Ducati Wheelie Control Evo, which are supported by the Bosch's Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) platform. (Picture from: Otomotif Kompas)

As quoted from the Ducati's official website, only 630 units of this motorcycle were made in the world. And the Diavel 1260 Lamborgini has a price tag of around $31,995 or around Rp.452 million. Regarding the limited number of productions, it also reminds us of the same thing that was also done by Lamborghini when in 2019 launched the Lamborghini Sián which only produced 63 units in the world.

The Ducati Diavel 1260 Lamborghini covered in the same color as the Sián, ie Gea Green combined with Electrum Gold accents on the frame and wheels. (Picture from: Ducati)

When we look at the appearance of the Ducati special made motorcycle, on the fairing there is the number 63 which refers to the year Automobili Lamborghini SpA. was founded, namely in 1963. In general, the difference between this Diavel special motorcycle when compared to the standard version is seen more in its outward appearance which follows the Lamborghini Sián, the first hybrid sports car from the raging bull logoed manufacturer.

The rim design of the Ducati Diavel 1260 Lamborghini is also made the same as the Lamborghini Sián. (Picture from: ZigWheels)

As you can see, this Diavel special motorcycle comes in the same color as the Sián, which is covered in the Gea Green color combined with Electrum Gold accents on the frame. Then for its Ohlins adjustable suspensions appears in gold at the front, then on its single-sided aluminum swingarm appears in a dark color as does the engine. Then there is the typical Lamborghini's red color seen on the Brembo's brake calipers. While the rims is also made by Ducati in the similar design of the Lamborghini Sián has.

The Ducati Diavel 1260 Lamborghini posed along with its inspiration source, the Lamborghini Sián FKP 37. (Picture from: Otomotif Kompas)

A touch of Sián-style design can also be found on the air intake, which is designed like the rear scoop of the Lamborghini supercar. Like a premium Italian motorcycle, this special edition Diavel is also given a touch of carbon fiber material on several parts, such as the air intake, radiator cover, spoiler, fuel tank, mudguard, and seat cover. The exhaust is also made of carbon fiber which is molded into two hexagon-shaped exhausts that resembled the design of the Sián taillights.

For the drivetrain, this special Ducati Diavel still uses the same 1,262 cc L-twin engine as in the standard version but has been upgraded. So that the power produced is greater, if the standard version only has 157 hp, while this special edition is capable of reaching 162 hp.

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 | DUCATI | LAMBORGHINI | ALFAROMEOCREW ]

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