Next EV On last June, Buick, one of the carmakers under the General Motors banner has introduced an electric-powered concept car called the Buick Wildcat EV Concept along with a new logo as well. It is also mentioned that the prototype making is the way in which the American manufacturer to describe transition to the era of electric cars in the future.
The Buick Wildcat EV Concept was introduced to illustrate the American brand's transition to the future era of electric-powered cars. (Picture from: Tempo)
The Buick Wildcat EV Concept gets a striking exterior design, with a trapezoidal grille that sits low on the face, beneath the sleek new Buick badge, an angular front end, sharp folds and ultra-thin headlights with micro-LED lighting technology. In connection with the latest Buick"tri-shield" logo which is prominently installed on the front and rear body of the concept car, it aims to show a form of design transformation that will begin to be implemented starting next year.
The Buick Wildcat EV Concept has a bold front look with a low-mounted trapezoid grille, as opposed to the car's longer muzzle. (Picture from: Tempo)
Unfortunately, this American automaker didn't release yet its powertrain details, possibly because it's all just a matter of design, both interior and exterior. There's an external charge indicator visible through the hatch's rear window, and the Wildcat EV's blade-style taillights are embedded in the roof screen panel, and complete the package are 18-inch turbine wheels inspired by the Jet Age.
The Buick Wildcat EV Concept is a future car that has an interior design like the private jet' cockpit. (Picture from: Tempo)
As quoted from the Buick's release, the Wildcat EV Concept was developed in a new design language that will influence future those American brand's production models. The vehicle is even designed to detect nervous drivers and try to calm them down by dimming the cabin lights, activating massage seats and releasing aromatherapy scents.
The Buick Wildcat EV Concept does not have a conventional mirror, but instead replaces it with a camera system and monitor screen located next to the door. (Picture from: Tempo)
The bold styling is also can be seen inside its cabin, where this 2+2 coupe model mount is made with a low sitting position to give a relaxed and luxurious impression. Then the glass design connects from the windshield to the side to give an aggressive impression.
Besides that the Wildcat EV Concept also features at least two digital screens, a sleek dashboard design and cockpit-style seats with cantilevered headrests that look very retro. Furthermore, there is a protruding center console separating the passengers, while contrasting colors like Legato Green and orange liven up the interior.
The Buick Wildcat EV Concept has Semi-Swing door types and there are also many LED ornaments pinned on its body. (Picture from: Tempo)
This prototype uses a semi-swing door model, various LED ornaments on the body and 18-inch rim dimensions. "From every angle, the vehicle looks like it's ready to pounce," comments Bob Boniface, Director of Global Buick Design.
"This work is the result of careful observation of the proportions and design beauty of the intersection of shapes, not lines," he continued.
The Buick Wildcat EV Concept is a 2+2 coupe concept designed with a low seating position to give a relaxed and luxurious feels at once. (Picture from: Tempo)
"The Wildcat EV Concept electric car concept represents a real design future for the brand," said Sharon Gauci, Executive Director of Global Buick-GMC Design.
"Buick is always looking ahead and this expression is a glimpse of where we are going, and the optimism we have for the endless possibilities of the electric car future," he said further.
With the Wildcat EV Concept presence, Buick announced that they will become a fully electric brand by the end of the decade, meanwhile next year, the company will launch its first EV, and will line it up as the Buick Electra. We'll just have to wait...! *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | BUICK | TOP GEAR | ID.MOTOR1 ]
Concept ONLY As we know that the Lotus Esprit S1, a legendary sports car was produced by the British manufacturer Lotus once tasted popularity when one of them was modified in such a way as to become a car capable of being used to dive in water, dubbed 'Wet Nellie' and had been used by James Bond, the British renowned spy agent when acting in one of his movies in 1977 titled, 'The Spy Who Loved Me'.
Here's the digitally modernized Lotus Esprit racer 'The ESP' aka M.H.C. 07 designed by Ashley 'Ash' Thorp. (Picture from: HiConsumption)
Latter in 2021, one of the many Lotus Esprit S1 sports cars ever produced had tried to back on the surface back with a look that is no less cool than before with the nickname 'The ESP', worked by Ashley 'Ash' Thorp who is undoubtedly known as one of the most talented and prolific freelance designers working today, with a deep body of concept art for films like Ender’s Game and Prometheus, as well as an even larger portfolio of legitimately world-class vehicular renders.
The
digitally modernized Lotus Esprit racer 'The ESP' features also with an
Ferrari F40-like nose paired with a square widened body kit. (Picture from: AutoEvolution)
As quoted of HiConsumption, The ESP (MHC 07) designed by multitalented designer and Southern California native is said to be inspired by the James Bond'sEsprit S1 amphibious specimen (which is currently owned by Elon Musk).
The digitally modernized Lotus Esprit racer 'The ESP' features with dramatic and aggressive bodywork crafted in carbon fiber. (Picture from: HiConsumption)
Actually this car is not designed for use on the highway, instead, it remains perfectly beast to join the ranks of the circuit-exclusive motorsport racers. But that’s not all, because the designer has taken inspiration from several sources for this one, with the entire design process was carried out in approximately six months..
The digitally modernized Lotus Esprit racer 'The ESP' features also with an Ferrari F40-like nose paired with a square widened body kit, and deep-dish wheels shod in beefy Michelin's racing slicks tires. (Picture from: HiConsumption)
As has become Thorp's typical design styles, the Lotus features dramatic and aggressive bodywork crafted in carbon fiber and an Ferrari F40-like nose paired with a square widened body kit and a louvered rear deck lid that feeds into a low-profile spoiler that sits directly above its drivetrain.
The digitally modernized Lotus Esprit racer 'The ESP' has a louvered rear deck lid that feeds into a low-profile spoiler that sits directly above its drivetrain. (Picture from: AutoEvolution)
Uniquely, as you can see at rear, the placement of the Esprit’s 160hp 2.0-liter Lotus 907 four-cylinder engine is left partially visible, as followed by side-exit exhausts, blacked-out lighting, a massive rear diffuser, and deep-dish gold-plated BBS wheels shod in beefy Michelin's racing slicks tires to complete this sinister-looks kit car package.
As you can see at rear, the placement of its Lotus 907 four-cylinder engine is left partially visible, as followed by side-exit exhausts, blacked-out lighting, a massive rear diffuser, and deep-dish gold-plated BBS wheels shod in beefy Michelin's racing slicks tires. (Picture from: HiConsumption)
By the way, as previously stated that this is only just a work of digital design, however, it is possible if anyone is interested it can be turned into a real car, because all the designs have been completed. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | ASH THORP } MAKEHASTECORP | HICONSUMPTION | AUTOEVOLUTION ]
New e-MOTORCYCLES Many automotive companies take quick action in the midst of the current hectic trend of electric-powered vehicle production. Well, it's like not wanting to lose momentum to immediately announce that they have also started preparing the production of all-new electric vehicle.
Here's two next Can-Am Origin (right) and Pulse (left) electric-powered motorcycles which will be ready to launch officially two years from now in 2024. (Picture from: Carmudi)
It's like what Can-Am did recently. This Canadian motorcycle maker is reportedly preparing two new electric motorcycles each; Can-Am Origin and Can-Am Pulse which will be ready to launch officially two years from now in 2024 after for almost fifty years in hibernation status.
As quoted of CarScoops, both Can-Am Origin and Pulse are said to be carry naked bike types which the motorcycle manufacturer claims can provide new riding pleasures.
The
Can-Am Origin (right) and Pulse (left) are said to be carry naked bike
types which the motorcycle manufacturer claims can provide new riding
pleasures. (Picture from: Visordown)
Let's take a look at the Can-Am Origin now. As you can see this motorcycle concept inspired by a dual purpose vehicle, so it can be used on off-road tracks or on smooth asphalt roads with reliable performance.
"Origin draws inspiration from the legacy of the Track'n Trail, which was a dual-purpose motorcycle from the past produced by Can-Am," the Canadian company said as quoted by CarScoops.
While the Can-Am Pulse carries a design that is more likely to be used for use on asphalt roads in the city. The advantages of this motorcycle are agile, balanced, and agile control when driven on the highway.
The Can-Am Origin draws inspiration from the legacy of the Can-Am Track'n Trail, which was a dual-purpose motorcycle. (Picture from: Visordown)
Furthermore, if you look at the design, those two motorcycles seem to have a futuristic and cool look. Especially for the Origin, this motorcycle looks like a rally bike with the fairing rising slightly upwards.
On the legs, the Can-Am Origin is seen using large rims wrapped in semi off-road tires with the size of the front rim is made larger than the rim at the back. Its fuel-tank shaped looks small with the use of a single seat.
The Can-Am Pulse carries a design that is more likely to be used for use on asphalt roads in the city. (Picture from: Visordown)
As for the legs of the Can-Am Pulse, they use rims of the same size both on the back and front. While the tires used are also semi slick models. Both motorcycles have a blend of silver, yellow, and gray colors throughout.
“We put in a lot of horsepower and torque, so we can give it a decent speed on the highway. It will be easy for beginners to ride, because it is enough to just turn the gas and brake,“ said Can-Am.
Unfortunately, there's no detailed technical specifications of the two electric motorcycles introduced by Can-Am are not yet clear. The Canadian company only reveal information about its launch which will be carried out in 2024.
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 | CAN-AM | CARSCOOPS | VISORDOWN ]
New SuperCars After being the talk of the virtual world for the past few weeks, the Molsheim-based premium car manufacturer finally launched its newest iconic speedster called the Bugatti Mistral on August 19, 2022, at the Monterey Car Week 2022.
Bugatti finally launched its newest iconic speedster called the Bugatti Mistral on August 19, 2022, at the Monterey Car Week 2022. (Picture from: TopGear)
As we all knew, that recently Bugatti merged with the Croatian EV company Rimac Automobili in late 2021 for Bugatti Rimac, so might be this their first jointly developed car project. As quoted of CNN, Mate Rimac, CEO of Bugatti-Rimac, the company that now owns the Bugatti
brand, said the company's future models will be powered by a hybrid
drivetrain. Unfortunately, he is not explained as what sort of gas
engine is part of the hybrid drivetrain system of Bugatti's future models.
The Bugatti Mistral speedster's design inspired by by the classic 1934 Bugatti Type 57 Roadster Grand Raid. (Picture from: TopGear)
Since the beginning, this speedster has a lot of mysteries such the four horizontally dashed headlights and surrounding lines deviate significantly from the Chiron, while vaguely resembling more of the Divo. And now Bugatti doesn't go into detail either and what the expected top speed of the Mistral might be. The last time the Molsheim-based premium car maker could claimed to have the world's fastest convertible was in 2013 when the Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse managed to hit a top speed of 254 miles per hour while speeding on the Volkswagen's test track in Germany.
The Bugatti Mistral speedster's sharp-angled V-shaped windshield and the hump that rises behind each seat are some of the similarities with modern cars. (Picture from: TopGear)
It is likely that Bugatti hopes its Mistral speedster will become the world's fastest convertible. By consideration, that the latest Mistral speedster is powered by the Bugatti's famous 16-cylinder W16 engine. It's the same engine that belongs to the Bugatti Chiron Super Sport which the French company claimed back in 2019 to be capable of running up to a top speed of 305 mph. For your info, the current top speed record for convertibles is claimed in 2016 by the Hennessey Venom F5 Roadster with a speed of 265.6 miles an hour.
The Bugatti Mistral has a unique X-shaped taillights which also functions to remove air after going through oil coolers. (Picture from: TopGear)
Besides that, the Mistral speedster also has an air intake system consisting of 2 large air scoops behind each of the two car seats, then air intakes on the side of the car for the oil cooler. Air that passes through the oil cooler is vented out through the X-shaped taillights. The air scoops are made of carbon fiber and are designed to support the entire weight of the car to protect passengers in the event of a roll-over crash.
The Bugatti Mistral speedster is the ultimage model that powered by the Bugatti's famous 16-cylinder W16 engine. (Picture from: TopGear)
Then related to its design, the Mistral speedster is said to be inspired by the classic 1934 Bugatti Type 57 Roadster Grand Raid. Specifically, such the Roadster Grand Raid model seen by the Bugatti's designers at the Louwman Car Museum in the Netherlands. The sharp-angled V-shaped windshield and the hump that rises behind each seat are some of the similarities with modern cars. Meanwhile at the front, in addition having its own distinctive design with headlights each made of four light bars, the Mistral speedster is still garnished by a horseshoe-shaped central grille that looks deeper and wider than other hard-top models.
Furthermore, Bugatti also said that
the speedster will be produced in limited quantities, which is only 99 units with a price tag of €5 millions net, and all of them were already sold before the car was even unveiled to the public on Friday in Carmel, California. The first cars will be delivered to customers in 2024, after rolled out from its traditional home of Molsheim, France. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CNN | HYPERBEAST | TOPGEAR ]
New SuperCars Back in the 2021, Zyrus Engineering, a Norwegian automotive tuner created its craziest racing car, the Zyrus LP1200 R based on the Lamborghini Huracan Super Trofeo for testing at the iconic Nurburgring Circuit and at the time managed to create a superb lap time of just 6:48.56 seconds.
The Zyrus LP1200 Strada is built by Zyrus Engineering based on the the Lamborghini Huracan EVO RWD. (Picture from: OtoBlitz)
And recently, this Norwegian automotive company introduced a road version of a hypercar called the Zyrus LP1200 Strada. The maker said that the car is designed to be the best street car that can be driven like a racing car. In the near future, lucky consumers will get this car.
The Zyrus LP1200 Strada is designed to be the best street car that can be driven like a racing car. (Picture from: OtoBlitz)
As reported by Carscoops, the Norwegian automaker will not mass-produce the LP1200 Strada. There were only nine units of the car made and sold at a price of €799,000 (approx Rp. 12.4 billion) each. Those price numbers is quite fantastic indeed, but for the buyers besides the car unit, they also get an oppurtunity to try it directly on the track with the mechanics.
The Zyrus LP1200 Strada is is powered by a twin-turbo engine that is estimated to be capable of spitting out 1,200 horsepower in racing mode or 900 horsepower in road mode by pressing only one button. (Picture from: OtoBlitz)
It is further stated by the maker that this supercar is built from the Lamborghini Huracan EVO RWD which can be more comfortable for everyday driving. But there are some features that the Zyrus team has trimmed such as air conditioning, satellite navigation, and other creature comforts in place.
Meanwhile, the body panels are replaced with carbon fiber chips specially made by the company. Then the seats use leather upholstery which is hand-stitched with a touch of carbon and has the option of a racing car harness, and to complement that, a half roll cage can also be installed.
The Zyrus LP1200 Strada is the second hand-built version of the Huracan LP640-4 and also have replaced or added approximately 600 bespoke components so cut its weight about 78 kg. (Picture from: Carscoops)
Under the hood, there is a twin turbo engine that is estimated to be capable of spitting out 1,200 horsepower in racing mode or 900 horsepower in road mode by pressing only one button. Besides that, Zyrus also adds performance-smelling modifications such as TTX Ohlins suspension, carbon-ceramic discs, to a titanium exhaust.
The first model of the Zyrus LP1200 Strada has been finished and shipped in July, 2022, and hopes to produce two more units in early 2023. (Picture from: BlackXperience)
So overall, Zyrus said that the LP1200 Strada is the second hand-built version of the Huracan LP640-4 and also have replaced or added approximately 600 bespoke components so cut its weight about 78 kg.
Now, it's weighing about 1,287 kg, and the Zyrus LP1200 Strada can generalize to 1,800 kg of downforce at 240 kph. According to the automaker, the first model has been finished and shipped in July, 2022, and hopes to produce two more units in early 2023. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | ZYRUS | CARSCOOPS | ]
Unique ONES As we all knew that the world's major automotive event being held in these mid-August 2022 is the Monterey Car Week 2022. Well on that occasion, several well-known automotive brands such as Aston Martin are planning to launch its newest supercar called the Aston Martin DBR22 on August 19, 2022 at Peeble Beach, California.
Recently Aston Martin, a renowned British automaker
unveiled the Aston Martin DBR22, a stunning new two-seater roofless
supercar with top speed approaching 319 kph and a price tag to match. (Picture from: CarScoops)
As quoted of CarScoops, this new supercar carries the style of the Aston Martin DBR1, the winning racing car of the 1959 24 Hours of Le Mans. Reportedly also the British premium car manufacturer is going to produce its new DBR22 in limited numbers (some said only 10 units) similar to its other supercars such as Aston Martin Vulcan.
The Aston Martin DBR22 has an open-top design and is equipped with a stocky hood, oval-shaped LED headlights, large grille, wide air dam, and a small windshield. (Picture from: CarScoops)
Along with times, those British brand also has a long racing lineage had many successes by winning various championships. As we already know that the automaker company had been successful in many major world's racing events such as the FIA World Endurance Championship to Formula 1.
The Aston Martin DBR22's cabin features with premium genuine leather sporty yet luxurious two racing-style bucket seaters, and exposed carbon fiber dashboard completed with two screens as for the instrument cluster, and an infotainment system. (Picture from: CarScoops)
Of course all these successes can be achieved by the company thanks to the support and hard work of all the elements inside of it including its special Q Division. For this reason, then the British manufacturer launched the Aston Martin DBR22 to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the brand's bespoke customization division.
The Aston Martin DBR22 was created by the boffins at Q by Aston Martin to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the brand's bespoke customization division. (Picture from: CarScoops)
From its appearance, the British-made supercar has an open-top design and is equipped with a stocky hood, oval-shaped LED headlights, large grille, wide air dam, and a small windshield in the front such the racing cars of 1950s and 1960s. On the sides, the supercar is garnished by the outer rear view mirrors on each sides, widened wheel arches and is equiped with 21-inches 14-spoke alloy motorsport wheels. At rear, there are elongated thin LED taillights, diffuser and two exhaust tips under.
The Aston Martin DBR22 is powered by a 5.2-liter twin-turbocharged V12 engine mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox. (Picture from: CarScoops)
Meanwhile inside its cabin, the Aston Martin DBR22 features with sporty yet luxurious two racing-style bucket seaters layered by premium genuine leather, and doors as well. Then on its exposed carbon fiber dashboard completed with two screens as for the instrument cluster, and an infotainment system. Apparently, the car' passenger safety is definitely also thought and nicely prepared by equipping this car with several airbags.
The Aston Martin DBR22 design pays homage to the 1950s Aston Martin DBR1, an open-cockpit racing sports car that won the 1959 24 Hours of Le Mans. (Picture from: CarScoops)
The Aston Martin DBR22 roofless supercar is powered by a 5.2-liter twin-turbocharged V12 engine mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox. This engine produces a maximum power of 705 hp and a peak torque of 753 Nm. So by using the power engine could be make it accelerate from 0 to 100 kph in 3.4 seconds and run up to a top speed of 319 kph. Wow!
Unfortunately the price of this super exclusive DBR22 will be announced by Aston Martin when the car reaches final production. Even so, many parties estimate that the car will be priced at around £1.5 - £1.8 millions (approximately Rp. 26 to Rp. 29 billions). Well, how much do you think the price of the DBR22 open-top supercar is? 😉 *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARSCOOPS | NOKIA NEWS | SUPERCARBLONDIE ]
With the Wildcat EV Concept presence, Buick announced that they will become a fully electric brand by the end of the decade, meanwhile next year, the company will launch its first EV, and will line it up as the Buick Electra. We'll just have to wait...! *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | BUICK | TOP GEAR | ID.MOTOR1 ]
