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Exposed: 2012 Bentley Continental GTC

2012-02-03T23:33:00.001-08:00

The masses presence the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show witnessed the presentation of the new 2012 Bentley Continental GTC. This second-generation model takes the magnificence found in the first GTC and sprinkles in a strong dose of sportiness.

The latest Continental GTC’s power plant is a 6.0-liter twin-turbocharged W-12 engine producing 567 bhp at 6000 rpm and 516 lb.-ft. of torque at a humble 1700 rpm. A new 6-speed automatic ZF diffusion prepared with Quick shift helps cut shift times by up to 50 percent and enables orchestrated downshifts. Continental GTC is said to drag from 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds, and from 0-100 mph in 10.9 sec.

Boasting wider front and rear tracks, grippy 275/40ZR-20 Pirelli P Zero tires, sharper navigation, a retuned double-wishbone front and trapezoidal multilink rear suspension and a rear-biased awd system splitting power 40/60 front/rear, the 2012 Bentley Continental GTC promises less under steer and an exciting driving experience. EPA fuel economy figures for the new GTC have it burning 11 mpg in the city and 19 mpg on the main road, amazingly decent considering its boosted 12-cylinder transportation close to 3 tons.

In the cabin, a neck radiator system makes top-down driving contented during evenings and cooler weather. Slim and sympathetic “Cobra Style” front seats provide additional comfort, while also providing more freedom and easier access for the rear. Premium soft-touch leather adorns the cockpit and comes existing in 17 colors with six split color combinations and a choice of seven veneers. The GTC’s tailored multi-layered cloth roof, auditory glass and insulated underbody panel provide optimal sound insulation, perfect for the new touch screen 30-GB infotainment system prepared with the latest wide-frequency Balance Mode Radiator speakers. The infotainment system introduces highly developed satellite navigation with Google Maps compatibility and dynamic direction guidance.

Hyundai to Launch its First Ever Fully Electric Car by 2012

2012-01-31T02:32:00.000-08:00

Hyundai Motors, one of the largest car makers in the world, has unveiled its first ever fully electric car with the aim of starting its production for masses by the end of year 2012. The new electric car, which is based on the platform of Hyundai i10, has been named as BlueOn. Initially, the company will produce a small number of this car for government agencies starting from next year. The latest innovation of the company will be powered by the batteries of SK Energy that will enable it to produce a maximum power of 16.4 kilowatts/hour. According to company, the car is capable of covering a distance of as much as 140 km in a single charge and can be driven at a top speed of 130 km/h.

However, the company hasn’t disclosed the details like the price and exact time line of the launch of this car, so far. Hyundai will roll-out as many as 2,500 units of this model in the initial year of its mass production. According to the company, there is a lot that needed to be done for the efficient running of this car on the roads. As of now, there is a lack of infrastructure like absence of charging stations in many of the world countries including its domestic market South Korea.

World Fastest Cars: 2011-2012

2012-01-24T02:29:00.000-08:00

Bugatti Veyron Super Sport:
Maximum Speed: 267 mph, 0-60 in 2.4 secs
Base Price: $2,400,000.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: 8.0L W16-Cylinder, 64v DOHC Quad Turbocharger
Max RPM: 6400 RPM
Transmission: 7-Speed Dual Clutch direct-shift Auto

Hennessey Venom GT:
Maximum Speed: 260 mph, 0-60 in 2.5 seconds
Base Price: $950,000.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: 6.2-liter LS9 V8 Twin Turbo
RPM: 6500 RPM
Transmission: Ricardo 6-Speed Manual

Koenigsegg Agera R:
Maximum Speed: 260 mph, 0-60 in 2.7 secs
Base Price: $1,600,000.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: 5.0 liter Twin Turbo V8 Max
RPM: 6900 RPM
Transmission: 7-Speed Dual clutch

SSC Ultimate Aero:
Maximum Speed: 257.4 mph, 0-60 in 2.7 secs
Base Price: $970,000.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: SSC Designed V8 Max
RPM: 6075 RPM
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

Saleen S7 Twin-Turbo:
Maximum Speed: 248 mph (399 km/h),0-60 in 2.8 secs
Base Price: $555,000.00
Maximum Seating: 3 people
Engine: Twin Turbo V8 Max
RPM: 6300 RPM
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

Koenigsegg CCX:
Maximum Speed: 245 mph (395 km/h) 0-60 in 3.2 secs
Base Price: $540,000.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: 32-valve DOHC V8 Max
RPM: 7000 RPM
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

McLaren F1:
Maximum Speed: 240 mph (386 km/h) 0-60 in 3.2 secs
Base Price: $970,000.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: V12 Mid Engine RWD Max
RPM: 7400 RPM
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

Gumpert Apollo:
Maximum Speed: 225 mph (362 km/h) 0-60 in 3.0 secs Est.
Base Price: $238,00.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: 4.2-liter bi-turbo V8 Max
RPM: 7900 RPM
Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic-Manual

Noble M600:
Top Speed: 225 mph (1609 km/h) 0-60 in 3.7 secs
Base Price: $324,680.00(£200,000)
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: Yamaha 4.4-liter Twin Turbo V8 Max
RPM: 6800 RPM
Transmission: Graziano 6-Speed Manual

Lamborghini Aventador:
Best Speed: 217 mph (349 km/h) 0-60 in 2.9 secs Est.
Price: $379,700.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: 6.5L V12 Max
RPM: 6200 RPM
Transmission: 7-Speed Automatic-Manual

Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster:
Top Speed: 217 mph (349 km/h) 0-60 in 3.4 secs
Base Price: $1,850,000.00 (Euro 1.3 million)
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: Mercedes Benz AMG Turbo V12 Max
RPM: 6150 RPM
Transmission: 6-Speed Cima Robotized

Ferrari Enzo:
Top Speed: 217 mph (350 km/h) 0-60 in 3.4 secs
Base Price: $644,000.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: 6.0L 48-valveV12 Max
RPM: 7800 RPM
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual w/ auto shift

Jaguar XJ220:
Maximum Speed: 217 mph (350 km/h) 0-60 in 3.8 secs Est.
Market Price: $650,000.00/345,000 Euros
Maximum Seating: 4 people
Engine: Twin Turbo V12 Max
RPM: 7200 RPM
Transmission: 5-Speed Manual

Ascari A10:
Maximum Speed: 220 mph (354 km/h) 0-60 in 2.8 secs
Base Price: $650,000.00
Maximum Seating: 4 people
Engine: V8 Max
RPM: 7500 RPM
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

Pagani Zonda F:
Top Speed: 214 mph (345 km/h) 0-60 in 3.5 secs.
Base Price: $667,000.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: Mercedes-Benz AMG 48-valve V12 Max
RPM: 6150 RPM
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

Car transport companies are your best auto movers

2011-01-18T01:07:00.000-08:00

Many of you may be worrying in car transport process and it’s moving, and here is your answer. The title of the article is your answer and of course today the auto transport companies have made it possible by their best service. A question can arise in your mind, how this fellow is saying that the car transport companies are your best movers. I didn’t say this for just namesake or simply. After clear analyzing, identification and research only, I came to this conclusion. So, I just take this opportunity to share my research and findings to you. Let us move into the topic briefly so at last by reading this article, you can also come to same conclusion.

Here is my first question, when you recognize that the doctor you found is your best family doctor. When the doctor cures all your family medical problems and provide you the best medical solution with love and care, you believe that he/she can cure your medical problems. Am I right? I think so, I am right and similarly in the same way the car shipping concern cures all your car transport problems with love and care and make sure that it will reach the destination safely. If your car as a mouth and when it undergoes such transportation, it definitely says you, master this vehicle transporters are good enough to care for me.

As said above, all doctors cannot provide you the same solution, similarly like that all car shipping companies will not provide you the same solution, and it depends upon the company and changes from company to company. So I will say which company can be called as your friendly movers. A company once you booked should guide you in all aspects and in all stages of moving, they should provide you the pick up and drop delivery, should intimate you in all stages of moving ,should provide you the best moving quote estimates with overseas shipping. Their wheels should be best way to go for auto transport.

When you look for auto transport companies, make sure that they have their own website and in that they should have provided all the materials and tips that include transport guides, suggestions and services. They should be well equipped with all resources and facilities and the major ingredient of their service should be customer satisfaction. Once you have found them you are sure that you are traveling in a right path. The car shipping company that satisfies as said above will sure strive to provide the same service in the full journey of your car shipping.

The best movers will provide you two methods of transportation such as open and enclosed method of transportation. And also, they afford you the gps car tracking facility, auto insurance and bill of lading in the process of auto transport. Most of the vehicle transport companies will guide in the aspects like things to be done before and after car vehicle shipping. I hope, now you would have realized that the car transport companies are your best auto movers.