Audi Reveals New A8 Hybrid in 2012

After the presentation of the A8 Hybrid Concept in 2010, Audi is introducing its frugal four-cylinder limousine, which goes on sale in 2012. Audi had made very few changes to the model such as the smaller (18" instead of 21") but same alloy wheels and conventional looking engine cover.



The car features the same parallel hybrid powertrain that combines a modified 2.0-liter turbocharged TFSI gasoline engine delivering 211HP and 350 Nm (258.15 lb-ft) of torque, with a disc-shaped electric motor that develops 40 kW (54HP) and 210 Nm (154.89 lb-ft). Its short-term system output is rated at 245-horsepower and 480 Nm (345.03 lb-ft) of torque. The A8 Hybrid goes from standstill to 100 km/h (62mph) in 7.7 seconds and has a top speed of 235 km/h (146 mph).



Its fuel consumption is under 6.4 liters per 100 km, and CO2 emissions below 148 grams per km. In addition, it can travel on electric power alone at speeds of up to 100km/h (62mph) for a distance of up to three kilometers or 1.86 miles at a constant 60km/h (37 mph).



There are three different modes to drive in which "EV" stands for electric drive, "D" where the system controls both the engine and the electric motor, and the "S" mode for a sportier driving style.

Ferrari 458 Italia Spider at Frankfurt Motor Show

The world's first mid-rear engined convertible with a retractable hard top was officially unveiled ahead of its launch at the Frankfurt Motor Show.



The Spider features a single-piece aluminium hardtop just ahead of the engine bay with a tonneau cover and two buttresses. The aluminium structure offers lot of advantages which includes a reduction of 25 kg and a deployment time of just 14 seconds. The new Ferrari 458 Spider will go on sale early next year.

BMW's four-cylinder 5 Series

BMW is all set to improve the overall fuel efficiency for the 2012 model. This model will have an introduction of a new 2.0-liter turbo four with 240 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. Removing these two cylinders will increase the fuel economy, and you can apply those pump savings towards the higher purchase price.

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Germany's Brands Remain Unaffected by Economy Slump

The auto industry hasn’t escaped from the slowing global economy which affected the stock markets due to the US credit rating downgrade. This month has been the worst since November 2008 for the Euro Stoxx Automobile and Parts Index.



Despite the slowing economy, its the luxury car makers who were able to withstand than the mass brands like Fiat and Renault. German premium auto manufacturers are by far the best bet. BMW, Audi, Mercedes and Porsche are the most stable brands because wealthy buyers still have enough money to spend than middle-class consumers.

2012 Lexus CT 200h gets F Sport package

Lexus is improving its visual appeal and performance of its CT 200h by adding an F Sport package. It gets a revised body kit with a meshed-out front grille, high-gloss alloy wheels, metal front scuff plates, a perforated leather steering wheel, leather shift knob, aluminum pedals, optional perforated leather seats and a re-tuned suspension.

Lamborghini super car manufacturer like?

Lamborghini's products always make fans excited by the strange appearance, the engine "framework". They have been like. Let's visit the factory of car Italy.

Lamborghini founded by Ferruccio Lamborghini in 1963. Seven glorious years passed quickly and the bold mark of Miura coupe form. Carmakers reeling out of economic crisis in 1973 led by Chrysler unsuccessful. But Lamborghini is filled with the desire for creative, strong will, so that when Audi took over has created a dramatic change. The famous car from Sant'Agata Bolognese always stunned fans when appearing.

Desiring to retain the brand's headquarters Italy should remain located in Sant'Agata, like the Bugatti is still stationed in Molsheim, France or Bentley not stray from Crewe, England.

Influence of German not only in sharing frames (frames of the Audi sports car R8/Lamborghini Gallardo), but also major changes in terms of technology. Lamborghini exceeded the milestone in 2010 when 10,000 units sold Gallardo. Typical design, above all the samples have been produced since its inception and 691 horsepower engine is well optimized in the process of production.

Lamborghini LP700-4 in the final examination.

From the solid material to be pushed carbon van engine, gearbox 7 level, Lamborghini Aventador 700-4 is prime example of perfection.

All models are embryonic headquarters Centro Stile (Style Center) of the Lamborghini, where the creative ideas that artists get from the actual touch. Forms a virtual computer model by the design engineers, who are preventing the model size does not fit as too broad or too low ...

3D Models on the color change, light, according to the different rates. Then export the files for the purpose of using lasers to cut plastic and aerodynamic research. The entire assembly on the vehicle model before moving on to actual physical state.

The robots "search out" optimization of the color of the light to measure the size Aventador details and create virtual physical structure.

Aventador Model LP700-4 for optimal appearance, stage check the details before putting them into production.

The choice of interior materials should be based on fact. Easy to find cabs Lamborghini edge over many other things. Structures such as the Chevrolet durable plastic. Nobody want leather seats again penetrated by studs. In addition, the specific requirements of customers should be managed. Even rich people always have more requests for the Aventador, be it color or something else. The head of R & D center, Maurizio Reggiani said that because the benefits of maintaining the brand, the customer is not always true.

"You can not ask for a car with green paint, interior red and yellow stitching."

Laser cutting machine plate made ​​from carbon material as the green bar

Chassis construction techniques require the unusual relationship. Lamborghini company partnered with Callaway golf improvement material com-po-tight to allow tipping on Sesto Elemento carbon fiber concept was assembled in 10 hours.

Automobili Lamborghini Laboratory of Advanced Composite Structures is also working with Boeing to develop monolithic body style allows Aventador LP700-4 to reach incredible torsional rigidity while maintaining high security. The complexity in structure and materials of the car is increasing as companies add more plastic to work more easily molded.

Plate placed in the chassis made ​​from carbon fibers are difficult to cut.

Cutting carbon fiber

Building car speed 349 km / h requires a balance in the design and creation operators. But it poses challenges for hundreds of vendors. About 2,000 parts on Aventador provided by 500 companies from over 30 countries.

For example, the headlights use 84 more from 14 different suppliers, they all must work together to achieve a total error of 1 mm. Twenty of the interior plastics made from five vendors, and we must work together perfectly.

To make sure the elements work together in the best way, of the test is done meticulously on Aventador model. Test data as the basis for the necessary changes. Again, providers complete tolerance for specific details. Aventador finally become a reality with the new Gallardo.

Carbon fiber to be cut carefully, then reached up frame

A large boiler for the treatment of details made ​​from carbon materials.

Lamborghini also learn the philosophy of Toyota which was completed in 1960. Workers assemble a wealth of information on Aventador in 2 hours at each station. Ministry positioned wire, rod, piston within the cylinder shell, Alcantara leather cut blocks in the template form seat surfaces, power lines ...

Robots are rarely used in the stage. Most are assembled manually, sometimes with the help of touch screen in the management of production information. That is the Lamborghini factory only produces 3.5 units per day Aventador.