Italdesign Emas Country Concept

Italdesign Emas Country Concept

The Emas Country interpretation portrays the Emas as an urban SUV, keeping to the length of 3550 mm but switching to a three-door architecture.

Access to the car is still easy due to generous doors measuring no less than 1350 mm in length and the ergonomic and rational position of the rear seats, that are set 120 mm further forward than in the five-door version.

In particular, the amount of passenger room rises from 4 to 5 seats by replacing the two independent rear seats with a sliding three-seater bench seat. This means that the amount of foot room for passengers in the rear can be adjusted according to requirements.

The bench seat can also be folded completely flat to increase the load volume: this boosts the luggage space from 390 to approximately 780 litres.

A few telling touches create a distinctive off-road exterior look: wheel arches, side-sill perimeter base, bumpers toughened by radial ribbing and the lower part of the tailgate are highlighted by a bronze metallic finish. The roof features a rollbar/roof-rack.

The front-end differs from the urban, five-door version due to its more aggressive look: the Proton shield is now fitted at the top of a grille surmounting a large longitudinal air intake. The two fog lights are round and sunk into the body.

The lower part of the front and rear bumpers and the side-sills are toughened by metal inserts.

A glance at the interiors

The first aspect that strikes you, even before you discover the car interiors, is the door handle: an ergonomic design that incorporates a set of secondary controls that vary from place to place.

The driver can use the handle grip to control all four power windows, door locking and unlocking, the courtesy lights, side mirror adjustment and electrical lowering of the rear head restraint to improve visibility while reversing.

The front passenger can also adjust the hi-fi system as well as his or her own window. The rear passengers can also adjust their seats from the handle grip.
Two TFT panels dominate the dashboard. They are housed side by side in the centre of the dashboard, at a concave angle.

The right-hand monitor shows the speedometer and the main car operating indicators in addition to hybrid system energy flows.

The left-hand monitor shows secondary information such as screens for the hi-fi system, telephone and internet access browser plus personalised car set-up parameters.

The lower part of the central console, housing the ignition button and gear selector, extends towards the tunnel and can be folded down. When parking in a tight spot, forcing the driver or front passenger to leave the car from the opposite side, this central element can be lowered and the seat moved back so that they can get out on the other side without hindrance.

The central console also houses two USB ports to connect digital music players and mobile phones, plus an SD card slot for satellite navigation maps.

The central part houses a dock specially designed for the Apple. This dock is interchangeable and can house other phone and smartphone models. It can recharge the phones and connect them automatically to the car without the need to use other coupling systems.

Powered by Lotus Engineering

The drive system is a series hybrid plug-in developed by Lotus Engineering, a Proton Group company. It includes a 3 cylinder 1.2 litre internal combustion engine developing 51 horsepower (38 kW) at 3500 rpm that can run on petrol, ethanol, or methanol.

The front transverse internal combustion engine is coupled to a generator and serves exclusively to recharge the 11.5 kWh capacity lithium ion batteries.
Drive is assured by an electric motor with continuous power of 45 kW and 75 kW peak power.

The high maximum torque, 240 Nm, does not require the use of a gearbox.

Acceleration 0-100 km/h takes place in 14 seconds, top speed is 170 km/h and battery range in the hybrid configuration is 50 km. Full recharging of the battery pack takes three hours using a traditional 240-volt outlet.
The performance and range of the City three door electric plug-in version are currently being assessed.

Bentley Brooklands - the world's most exclusive coupés

The Bentley Brooklands is a stunning new model that marks the company's return to the luxury coupé market and reaffirms its reputation as creator of the world's most exclusive coupés. It is the ultimate Bentley: a stylish, four-seat, grand touring coupe with classic British proportions and muscular performance.

Bentley's chairman Dr Franz-Josef Paefgen describes the motivation behind the new coupé: "Bentley's proud sporting pedigree, forged by the exploits of the immortal 'Bentley Boys' on the famous Brooklands racetrack in the 1920s, was the inspiration for our new coupé, capturing all the style, power and splendour of that era."

Sporting design cues are matched by the phenomenal performance engineering of Bentley's legendary Crewe-built V8 engine. The new Bentley Brooklands possesses the most powerful V8 the company has ever produced - a 530bhp, twin-turbocharged 6.75-litre unit that also produces a prodigious 1050Nm of torque.

Each Bentley Brooklands coupé will be hand-assembled, employing traditional coach-building techniques and the craftsmanship skills in wood veneer and leather hide for which Bentley is renowned. To ensure exclusivity, lifetime production will be strictly limited to just 550 cars, with deliveries expected to start in the first half of 2008.

Exterior Design: Classic British Proportions
Bentley's rich coupé heritage provided the stimulus for Director of Styling, Dirk van Braeckel and his design team. For van Braeckel, the task was very clear: "To create a powerful, muscular and rakish grand touring coupé with classic British proportions, in the finest Bentley tradition."
"The Brooklands' beautiful flowing lines are testament to the traditional coach-building skills and craftsmanship of Crewe's highly talented workforce."

The 'floating' rear screen is a contemporary take on traditional coachbuilt Bentleys. The lower edge of the screen sits well above the upper edge of the boot lid to provide a flowing, flawless line to the back of the car. This can only be achieved by individually hand-welding the rear wings to the C-pillars.
The fitment of 20-inch diameter wheels as standard, signalling the surefooted, robust and dynamic character of the new model, reaffirms the powerful stance of the new Bentley coupé.
Interior Design: Peerless Craftsmanship with a Sporting Character
Dirk van Braeckel describes the mission for the Bentley interior design team: "To create the perfect Bentley coupé: sumptuous hand-crafted luxury with a distinctly sporting character."

As in every Bentley, peerless craftsmanship is to the fore, enhanced by the warmth and richness of the finest natural materials. To tailor for their individual requirements, customers may choose from an extensive palette of hides, veneers, carpet tones and seat belt colours.

Its four-seat architecture and deeply bolstered seats lend the Brooklands' interior a distinctly sporting atmosphere, complemented by design accents such as aluminium foot pedals and footrest. A new, single-piece, hide-trimmed roof lining flows uninterrupted from the front windscreen all the way to the rear of the car, mirroring the long, sleek profile of the elegant exterior.

The interior designers sought to offer the very highest levels of comfort and legroom, in true Bentley grand touring tradition, while the pillarless window design enhances the feeling of space.

The Bentley Brooklands' cabin is wider both front and rear than the previous Bentley Continental R coupé - the rear by 10 percent - and it easily exceeds the interior leg, knee and headroom of any luxury coupe on sale today. This allows four adults to be accommodated in supreme comfort. Individual rear seats with electrically operated sliding cushions, set further back than on the Azure, are separated by a new centre console, incorporating both storage and cup holders.
Most powerful Crewe-built V8 ever - 530bhp, 1050Nm
Beneath its muscular, rakish, coach-built body lies the most powerful Crewe-builtV8 engine ever produced, developing 530bhp. Maximum torque is an astonishing 1050Nm, the highest ever developed by a production V8 engine. Although performance figures are subject to final confirmation as part of the on-going development programme, the new Bentley coupé will deliver supercar levels of in-gear acceleration combined with Arnage refinement.

At the beginning of the project, Dr Ulrich Eichhorn, Member of the Board, Engineering, tasked his power train specialists to deliver an extraordinary driving experience in the Bentley coupé tradition: "Exhilarating, effortless, accessible performance for those truly passionate about their driving was our prime objective."

Launched in the Bentley S2 saloon in 1959 with a capacity of 6.23 litres, the legendary, Crewe-built V8 engine has continually evolved. The first V8 was very advanced for its time with an all-aluminium construction, a five-bearing crankshaft and a well-supported camshaft, producing nearly 200bhp and 400Nm of torque. The result was a light and supple powertrain that produced maximum torque at low engine speeds, the hallmark of every Bentley ever produced.

1969 saw the capacity grow to 6.75 litres, where it remains to this day, but by far the most significant change came in 1982, with the introduction of a turbocharger to create the near-300bhp Mulsanne Turbo, a car that transformed the image of Bentley. In 1999, the single turbo engine, by now featuring port injection and charge cooling, was installed in Arnage, with twin turbos arriving in 2002, developing up to 450bhp.

The V8 engine is mated to a six-speed transmission with strengthened casing that transforms the way in which both parts of the drive train communicate. A sophisticated, locking torque converter and ESP system ensure that the driver can readily access the prodigious power. A semi-automatic function allows manual gear selection for even greater driver control.

Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro - exceptional performance

Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro

Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro - exceptional performance and breathtaking dynamism coupled with the intense sensations of open-top driving. Its lightweight cloth top opens and closes fully automatically; several body parts are made of a carbon fiber composite material.

The top, which comprises an outer skin of a leakproof textile fabric and the headliner, is fully compatible with high-speed driving. When driving at moderate speeds with the top up, interior noise levels in the Audi R8 Spyder are barely higher than in the Coupé.

Close attention to detail: the design
Numerous details demonstrate that the Audi designers put their hearts into the design of the Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro. The air inlets in the nose, which direct air across the three radiators, and the lip of the front skirt are painted high-gloss black. The struts in the broad, low, single-frame grille are finely coated with chrome. The standard full-LED headlights are technical works of art.


Sporty luxury: the interior
The open-top two-seater from Audi features a generously spacious interior. The three-spoke leather multifunction sport steering wheel is flattened at the bottom as in a race car, and the low-mounted, electrically adjustable seats guide and support the body perfectly.

Quality of fit and finish is extraordinary and the controls are clear and logical. The standard driver information system includes a lap timer for recording lap times. The instruments and the gear lever knob feature red rings. The pedals, the footrests and the shift paddles of the optional R tronic are in aluminum look. Highlighting the list of standard equipment are a generous full-leather package featuring Fine Nappa leather, an excellent sound system from Bang & Olufsen, a deluxe automatic air conditioning system and heated seats. Six different interior colors are available.

Door sill strips coated with aluminum and adorned with black satin finish applications impart an air of luxurious sportiness. Three storage compartments are integrated into the rear bulkhead, one of which contains the optional CD changer or Audi music interface, if desired. There is a front compartment for 100 liters (3.53 cu ft) of luggage.

The latest version of the navigation system plus with MMI operating logic is also standard in the Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro. It features higher resolution and particularly fast route calculation. The system's most visible new feature is the high-resolution, 6.5-inch display.

Uncompromising power: the engine
The Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro, which was developed in cooperation with quattro GmbH, dazzles with uncompromising performance. The V10 engine with the aluminum crankcase, much of which is hand-built, follows in the grand motorsports tradition at Audi.

The 5.2-liter engine features FSI direct fuel injection. The high 12.5:1 compression ratio that this enables contributes to the high performance and good fuel efficiency. Equipped with a manual transmission, the Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro consumes an average of 14.9 liters of fuel per 100 km (15.79 US mpg) - a good figure given its power. With R tronic, this figure improves to 13.9 liters (16.92 US mpg). Dry sump lubrication, another motorsports technology, ensures that the supply of oil is maintained even at the maximum lateral acceleration of 1.2 g.

Dazzling performance: the chassis
The Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro has a 2.65-meter (8.69-ft) wheelbase and a 43:57 axle load distribution. Like in a race car, there are double triangular wishbones made of aluminum at all four wheels. The hydraulic rack-and-pinion power steering conveys highly precise road contact.

The chassis is tuned for good comfort, thanks in part to standard Audi magnetic ride technology. This uses magnetic fields in the shock absorbers to adjust their response to road conditions within milliseconds and adapt to the driver's style. The driver can choose between two base characteristics. A sports suspension with conventional shock absorbers is available as an option.

The Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro is built by quattro GmbH at the Neckarsulm plant. The vehicle, including the ASF, is largely hand-built. The open-top two-seater will be launched in Germany in the first quarter of 2010. Its base price 156,400 euros.

MINI Countryman - Concept 2011

All machine makers are gearing up for the forthcoming Auto Shows.  Mini is also working towards launching the 2011 Mini Countryman at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. This edition module be available for understanding early next year. The 2011 Mini countryman is a name that has been picked up from the example Morris secondary two door realty which was institute in 1960. This edition is the fourth model in the Mini’s distinction up.  It is fabulously fashioned to fill in the gap between two different e classes of Mini vehicles, the classic construct of Mini and a recent crossover or SUV.

The 2011 Mini Countryman will climb quaternary doors and a panoramic inaugural side lid. This edition is quite roomy and features slightly elevated way function and adequate driving comfort. It is fashioned keeping the safety of the driver and the passengers in mind. The mini Countryman sports typical features such as powerful attitude on the wheels, a high pane line, and pane graphics extending around the whole container which creates a unique proportion. These features are further accentuated by adding symptomatic MINI features such as the roofline, large headlights desegrated in the engine lid, , the surrounds on the side direction indicators, hexagon radiator frame and the voluminous wheel aches. The interiors feature quaternary centre and offer an choice of threesome centre bench at no added cost. The side centre moves forward to process the cargo hardware area. The cabin sports circular themes, ammo gauges and centre mounted speedometer. The inner cabin is dressed in textile upholstery on the seats, contrasting door and centre console inserts, and leather bound steering wheels which gives it a rank Mini look. The engineers have also included a unique Centre Rail, which opens up a number of hardware boxes, cup holders, mobile telephones, external audio device and another richness features.

Mini offers a choice of threesome render and digit diesel options for foreign models while in the US it module substance options of  digit engine   the 1.6 liter  four cylinder render engine with full variable regulator timing ,and lift via  Valvetronic  technology which would substance impressive performance and an excellent render economy. The MINI Cooper S Countryman additionally includes a direct render injections, twin holograph turbocharger and also features full variable regulator management (VVT).  The engine module be teamed with sextet pace drill transmission or sextet pace automatic transmission with paddle shifters for pseudo drill control. The 1.6 liter engine generates 120 horsepower and 118 pounds feet of force while the turbocharged Mini Cooper S delivers 180 horsepower and 177 pounds feet of force and 192 pound feet with Overboost. The 1.6 liter mill sprints from zero to 60 indication in 10.5 seconds at a crowning pace of 118 indication while the Cooper S module qualify from zero to 60 indication in 7.6 seconds at a crowning pace of 128 mph.

The Cooper S Countryman offers an choice of ALL4 all rotate drive system which would sport an electro hydraulic differential positioned directly on the final drive which would vary the distribution from front to side In a connatural driving scenario half of the engine noesis transfers to the side rotate and low extreme conditions complete noesis gets transferred to the side wheels.

Infiniti M - The third generation of a sedan debuts in the near future

The third generation of a sedan debuts in the near future, and sales will begin on the majority of the world markets already in the beginning of the next spring.

Third generation Infiniti M will appear for the first time before public as already it was informed earlier, at exhibition Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance which will take place in California this year already in 59 times. The presentation place is chosen not casually: the high society of automobile community here gathers, and on a novelty, than the serious problem is assigned to predecessors more: definitively to affirm as a conservative segment as one of the main players.

First generation Infiniti M was based on model for home market of Japan — Nissan Gloria. The second — on the basis of Nissan Fuga. Nissan Motor informs, as this time Infiniti M it will be identical Nissan Fuga the new generation which debut will take place in Japan in the autumn, and sales will begin in the beginning of 2010. But, if Fuga officially remains in Japan, Infiniti M will be on sale in 32 countries in several basic versions.

The complete set with the 3,7-litre engine of series VQ becomes base, and the top version will receive 5,6-litre V8 power of 400HP the Eight-cylinder engine the European buyers will not see — in Europe will put the newest 4,0-litre diesel engine. As well as for model of the previous generation, the engine of smaller volume will be combined with a back or full drive, and V8 — only with back.

Infiniti M leaves in sale as model 2011 on the majority of the world markets. The manufacturer promises, that the novelty becomes one of the most equipped cars in the class both in respect of installed power per employee, and concerning the newest electronics.

As to design here the manufacturer holds a word, and many key lines of shape Infiniti M are really borrowed the conceptual working out Essence, recognised from the most strict independent critics.

Nissan Micra the latest hatchback

Nissan is ready to start the Micra edition before summer 2010. Nissan has plans to start seven newborn models in the Amerindic market in the next quaternary or five years.  The newborn edition is named as March in Japan while the Amerindic edition module be constituted as ‘Micra’. The Nissan Micra module be stickered at a price arrange of three to quaternary lacs. Nissan Micra module be available in both Petrol and diesel edition.

Silhouette

The Nissan Micra offers an awesome countenance with its stylish headlamps and fog lamps which are situated close to the face grille. The body colored bumpers and door mirrors enhance the overall countenance of this edition. The impureness wheels, grayness finish door handles and tinted light cover further highlight the exterior countenance of this edition.

Inside the cabin

The Nissan Micra module feature foppish interiors  which module be combed with dual talk captivating dashboard. The interior cabin is very spacious and crapper comfortably seat gangly passengers. The luggage expanse is also awesome with a boot noesis of 251-372 liters. The interiors module sport easy seats side sliding seats, face and side noesis window, climate curb air conditioners, automobile speed huffy noesis steering, low render warning lamp, passenger side  face and side  grab handles, automobile heated door mirrors, and face transpose reading lights.

Powertrain

The Nissan Micra module substance options of threesome assorted engine types. The petrol version module be powered by 1.2 liter 1240 cc petrol engine with MPFI render injection grouping that module create 80ps at 5200rpm.This engine would substance a render frugalness of 13.5 kmpl in city levels, 18.6 kmpl on highways.

It module also substance the choice of 1.4 liter, 1386cc petrol engine with MPFI render injection grouping that module create 88PS at 5200rpm.  These engine variants module be teamed with semiautomatic transmission. It would substance a render frugalness of 12.6 kmpl in city levels and 17.5 kmpl on highways.

The diesel var. module be powered by 1.5 liter 1461 cc CRDI diesel engine which would create 85PS at 3750rpm with manual transmission. It would substance a render frugalness of 16.2 kmpl in city levels and 20.7kmpl on highways.

Features

The Nissan Micra module climb awesome features such as 14 inch or 16 inch alloy or steel wheels, adjustable head rests, face fog lamps, advanced audio grouping that can be connected to ipod, mobile phone etc. It also includes an array of safety features such as dual face airbags, face seat belt with peak adjustment, utility seat belt reminder, opposing locking braking grouping with brake assist, child safety locks, bicentric locking and ISOFIX child seats.

Overall the Nissan Micra seems to be an awesome smart automobile with strong  and appealing looks with excellent performance and render economy.

Concept Car - Citroen 2020 Dakar Rally Vehicle

 

The futuristic Citroen 2020 Dakar Rally Vehicle construct from specializer Chu Hyung Kwon came forward as the designer’s desire to hit more high-tech Dakar Rally vehicles, which hit technology at par with that of F1 racing. The basic theory behindhand this structural skin is that the core is the strongest conception of the vehicle, while the outer extremities (the structural surface) displays qualifying flexibility. This is the basic construct behindhand the reduction of damper from external elements. A main feature of the construct appears to be elasticity; also, I’m totally in favor of elasticity, the more, the better. But that’s beside the point. The construct uses elasticity for safety and to some point, for stability.

 

 

Citroen 2020 Dakar Rally Vehicle Concept Car By Chu Hyung Kwon

 

An elastic capsule surrounds the driver and works to reduce/ prevent injuries in event of a collision. Elastic working at the concept’s rear helps it to get back on its wheels if it is ever knocked off upside down. The wheels are a special arrangement, each with a number of sections. In case of a puncture or damage, only the said section needs to be removed, rather than having to deal with the entire wheel.

 

 

Citroen 2020 Dakar Rally Vehicle Concept Car By Chu Hyung Kwon

Shock resistance. With modern advances such as the following, even the most severe of impacts will be dissipated: AeroGel, Carbon/Kevlar composite, and liquid metal. along with the formentioned simple self-righting system and the ability to climb right up the side of a pit make this Structural Skin car quite the formidable foe.

Tuning Version - Mercedes-Benz SLK55

Tuning studio VATH has presented the next product. Model V58 constructed on the basis of roadster SLK 55 AMG became them. The essential increase in power of the 5,5-l engine became the basic distinctive feature of the tuning version.

On an exit from assembly shop this unit gives out 360HP/510Nm of the twisting moment. Having increased working volume to 5,8 litres, having added a new exhaust system and having recustomized the engine block, engineers VATH could receive 565HP/770Nm.

Continue the list of improvements 19-inch wheel disks, the complete set for road clearance decrease (€3677), a sports exhaust system (€6009), a carbon forward spoiler (€1404), a back bumper (€1952), the complete set for salon dressing (€2975) and firm steering wheel by VATH for 1416 euros.

American tuning - Barrett-Jackson

American tuning studio Roush Performance and auction house Barrett-Jackson have prepared special updating of coupe Ford Mustang. In total it is planned to make 50 cars of the given version.

Special version Ford Mustang

Special version Ford Mustang will be equipped with the 5-litre 7-cylinder petrol engine in volume of 5 litres which power at the expense of modernisation of pistons, and also installations of mechanical supercharger Roush and sports final system will increase with 412 to 540HP.

McLaren MP4-12C Supercars McLaren - On Review

New McLaren MP4-12C

On Thursday in company McLaren Automotive headquarters in the British city of Uoking, supercar MP4-12C presentation has taken place.

Supercar McLaren MP4-12C

With 0 to 100 km/h the novelty will be dispersed less than for three seconds, and to 200 km/h — for 10 sec. For comparison, acceleration till same speed at supercars Porsche 911 Turbo S, Ferrari 458 Italia and Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Superleggera for 10,8, 10,4 and 10,2 seconds accordingly.

The dimensional length of the British supercar makes 4507 mm, width — 1908 mm, and height — 1199 mm. The weight of the car is equal to 1300 kgs, that on 80 kgs it is less, than at one of basic competitors McLaren MP4-12C — Ferrari 458 Italia.

Acura MD-X | Concept Cars

Acura MD-X Concept 2006

The Acura "MD-X Concept" luxury performance SUV made its world debut today at the 2006 New York International Auto Show featuring bold, sleek exterior styling indicative of the next generation MDX production model.

"The styling signifies a bold direction for the next generation MDX, both in appearance and substance."
The MD-X Concept is fashioned as a true driver's SUV, with its low, wide stance and aggressive design. Its sleek surface lines are modeled after a high-powered megayacht.

The MD-X Concept features a wider track and longer wheelbase that give the vehicle a sportier, performance look. The profile of the concept reveals a refined SUV with smooth, chiseled lines and an elegant form. A dominant character line runs from the front quarter panel to the rear, evoking the feeling of forward movement. The sharply raked D-pillar creates a stealth, aerodynamic appearance while still retaining the third row seating functionality and cargo carrying capability of the current generation MDX.

The Concept sits low to the ground despite the large 20-inch five-spoke custom alloy wheels, while the large wheel arches and flares add to the Concept's muscular appearance. The sleek cabin features flush mounted windshield glass, which improves aerodynamics while adding to the MD-X Concept's smooth and flowing design.

The front hood is accented with pronounced character lines culminating in an aggressive five-sided grille, which gives the MD-X its bold presence. The commanding front grille features a dominant center bar running through a solid aluminum face. The narrow, Xenon High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights appear to grow out of the massive grille, giving the overall front-end a strong, distinct look.

In the rear, the MD-X Concept has an integrated rear hatch, which sits flush against the bumper to create a smooth, clean appearance. LED taillights wrap around the cargo hatch adding to the vehicles wide and low appearance. A rear spoiler improves aerodynamics and the integrated dual exhaust pipes add to the SUV's sporty style.

Koenigsegg Quant | Concept Cars

Koenigsegg Quant Concept 2009

The Swedish supercar marque Koenigsegg and NLV Solar AG, a pioneer in photovoltaics and accumulator technology, have joined forces to create the Koenigsegg Quant Concept. The brainchild of this marriage of power and energy is a four-seater solar electric car. A full-scale model is to be unveiled at the 2009 Geneva Salon, with the two companies currently working on running prototypes to scale up for series production.

Two companies, one vision

The project was born when NLV Solar AG commissioned the environmentally aware Swedish supercar manufacturer Koenigsegg to develop and design a "car of the future", incorporating NLV Solar's groundbreaking, proprietary technology in the felds of photovoltaics and accumulators.

In 2008, the two companies signed a co-operation agreement to create a test vehicle for a unique propulsion system which makes optimum use of the solar technologies developed by NLV Solar AG, allied with an innovative accumulator unit. The groundbreaking thin-flm solar-cell coating is being implemented in one of Koenigsegg's signature avant-garde designs.

Groundbreaking technology
The advances in electric power generation and storage, combined with the aerodynamic, futuristic Koenigsegg design and engineering, will enable the NLV Quant to charge the FAES (Flow Accumulator Energy Storage) to full capacity in 20 minutes and give the vehicle a range of 500 kilometres. The additional power input from the invisible, thin-flm photovoltaic coating that covers the body of the car, further increases the range potential.
The revolutionary solar and FAES systems enable the design of a fully electrical vehicle, rather than relying on more commonplace hybrid solutions. This also simplifes the drive train layout and packaging, as only one propulsion system is needed.
Given the size of the The NLV Quant, it has an unusually low frontal surface of around 2 m2. This, combined with a drag coeffcient of around CD 0.27 and the effciency of the FAES, will enable the car to cover long distances between charges.

Style and substance
The ingenious Koenigsegg design provides a unique blend of supercar looks and the space of a traditional luxury sedan. The car will carry four large adults in comfort and also feature a spacious boot at the rear.
The gull-wing doors set the NLV Quant apart from any other four-seaters on the market. As well as being a stylish feature, they also make entry to the car more ergonomic, thanks to the lack of B-pillars. They provide easy access to both the front and rear passenger seats. The unique split side-lite feature allows all passenger to open and close the front and rear side windows separately, despite the fact that there is only one door per side.

Unique features as standard
The NLV Quant is rear-wheel drive, with four-wheel brake regeneration, ABS and ESP. It is powered by two electrical AC induction electric motors with variable frequency drive and in-line planetary step down drive, one for each rear wheel. The twin-motor design eliminates the need for bevel gears or a differential, further simplifying the lay-out and giving constant and controlled power proportioning to the rear wheels, in both drive and coast mode.

The projected curb weight of 1780 kg is very light considering that it is a battery-powered, four-seater, luxury performance car. This is partly due to the two-motor installation which weighs in at only 140 kg - a remarkable achievement considering the power output of 512 hp and maximum torque of 715 nm which allows the Koenigsegg Quant Concept to deliver 0-100 km/h in 5.2 seconds and hit a top speed of 275 km/h. Another reason for the car's low weight is the utilisation of a carbon-fibre monotube backbone chassis, construction, which houses the FAES system safely inside the centreline of the car at the lowest possible position, bringing down the centre of gravity and central mass point. The FAES only weigh around 450 kg and contain no hazardous material or heavy metals.

The Features
* Range of up to 500 km thanks to the new FAES technology, with rapid charging and unlimited charging cycles
* Thin-flm photovoltaic coating of car body
* Asynchronous motor technology
* Minimised running and manufacturing costs thanks to new technology
* Optimised safety
* Carbon chassis and Aluminium/carbon body.
* Unique/functional design, vehicle comfort and loading capacity
Preliminary Specs
* Power: 512 bhp
* Torque: 715 Nm
* 0-100 km/h: 5.2 seconds
* Top speed: 275 km/h
* Curb weight: 1780 kg
* Wheelbase 3102 mm
* Track
o Front: 1730 mm
o Rear: 1729 mm
* Wheels/Tires
o Front: 245/35 - 22"
o Rear: 265/35 - 22"
o low friction tires by Michelin
* Width: 2016 mm incl rear-view mirrors
* Length: 4879 mm
* Height: 1335 mm
* Rear-wheel drive
* Four-wheel brake regeneration
* Minimum 6 smart airbags, ABS and ESP
* 3 infotainment panels(one in front, two for the rear)
* Adjustable rear seats
* 3 zone Climate Control system
* Large leg room in the rear
* LED front and rear lights
* Body covered in NLV photovoltaic thin flm solar coating
* NLV mobile redox Flow Accumulator Energy Storage system - FAES
* Space for 4 full grown individuals

Saturn Flextreme Concept | Concept Cars

Saturn Flextreme Concept 2008

Saturn demonstrates that clean, practical transportation and stunning can go hand-in-hand with the electric-drive Saturn Flextreme concept, introduced at the 2008 North American International Auto Show. Featuring breakthrough E-Flex electric propulsion that provides up to 34 miles of all-electric, emissions-free range, as well as a sleek, monocab, the Flextreme looks as clean as it drives.

A collaborative effort between Saturn and GM's European Opel brand, the Flextreme concept was developed to showcase the future direction of both brands, which share many similar customer traits. This design partnership has resulted in several highly successful production vehicles in the U.S. and Europe such as the Saturn Aura; the Saturn Sky and Opel GT; Saturn Vue and Opel Antara; and the Saturn Astra and Opel Astra. The Flextreme concept debuted as an Opel at the 2007 Frankfurt Auto Show.

Saturn's commitment to innovation and clean transportation is further illustrated by the two high-tech electric Segway Personal Transporters ingeniously packaged below the Flextreme's cargo floor. With a twist of the handlebar-mounted release, the handlebar retracts and rotates downward for easy loading into the rear compartment. Once docked, the batteries of these modified Segways can be charged along with the Flextreme's batteries.

Exterior design that dares to be different
The Saturn Flextreme concept highlights the new elements of Saturn design language: more sculpted surfacing molding, clear style elements such as narrow, boomerang-shaped lights and a sloping feature line in the side graphics.

Aerodynamic details and lightweight materials help enhance the fuel savings of the electric-drive system. For example, the bottom edge of the windshield is pulled far forward so that the hood, with its characteristic crease, is very short. The integrated power socket is in the cowl panel.

The front grille and rims are covered by lightweight, polycarbonate transparent trim, which improves aerodynamics while maintaining visual aesthetics. Special light alloy wheels look like conventional wheels, yet are designed to avoid energy-robbing air turbulence.

All windows, including the windshield, are made of lightweight polycarbonate, as is a large part of the roof. The Flextreme's panoramic windshield provides a bright and spacious interior and stretches over most of the roof, which is reinforced by a spine-like composite structure that extends to the rear floor.

Innovative doors open up new possibilities
In keeping with Saturn's philosophy of challenging conventional thinking, the Flextreme concept design team set out to create a vehicle that combined GM's E-Flex chassis with a body style that is dynamic, yet efficiently makes the best use of space. To do so, it uses the FlexDoors and FlexLoad systems, two innovative, customer-focused solutions that enhance the Flextreme's functionality.

The rear doors are another key distinguishing feature of the Flextreme. While the front doors open in the conventional manner, the rear doors are rear-hinged. And as there is no center roof pillar (B-pillar), opening both doors on one side creates a large opening for easy entry. For families, this feature is especially useful when securing child seats and children into the rear seating positions.

High-tech interior features enhance convenience
The FlexLoad underfloor luggage compartment may be the Flextreme's most customer-friendly feature. A practical yet flexible stowage option that extends and retracts electronically, it eliminates having to lift luggage up, over and into a trunk. In the Flextreme concept on display, the rechargeable Segway Personal Transporters are docked in this underfloor luggage compartment.

The inside is the Flextreme concept are honeycomb structures that offer low weight and high rigidity. These functional, geometric structures can be found in the instrument panel's lower portion, cabin floor, cargo floor and above the center tunnel where the lithium-ion batteries are located.

The seats use lightweight construction and are anchored to the car's floor by a single track rather than the usual two, creating more foot space in the rear. Refined upholstery gives the seats a light and elegant look, with some parts in fabric/mesh and corners made of especially soft material. The steering wheel hub houses another high-tech feature: a full-size driver air bag packaged with a special vacuum technique that reduces its overall volume.

Large, panoramic, configurable displays are set directly under the windshield. They can show a complete, all-around view of the car's surroundings, using the two side cameras (one front-facing, one rear-facing) that replace the conventional side mirrors. The displays can also show information about vehicle systems such as the audio system, phone and other equipment.

A clever storage system at the front and back of the center tunnel allows front and rear passengers to stow items such as mobile phones, MP3 players, iPods and PDAs in two drawers. The best part about this system is that the electrical devices can be recharged in the drawers by induction, and Bluetooth-capable systems can transmit their data to the onboard infotainment system.
E-Flex System reduces emissions, trips to the gas station
The Saturn Flextreme concept is part of GM's ongoing commitment to develop vehicles that reduce emissions and the automobile's dependency on petroleum. Unlike conventional vehicles and gas-electric hybrids, GM's E-Flex System uses an electric motor, powered by a lithium-ion battery, to propel the Flextreme for up to 34 miles of all-electric and emissions-free range. The onboard engine creates additional electricity to extend the vehicle's driving range to a total of 444 miles (715 km).