DC Gaia comes with hand-beaten body panels, a mix of traditional and modern exterior design, and a luxurious and classy cabin. It clearly shows the expertise of the design company behind it. DC designs are specialized in building concept cars, prototypes etc.
The main features of this car can be summarized as this: A transverse-mounted Garret GT28-Turboladers 1.5 liter 4-cylinder engine capable of producing 276 bhp, and running at a top speed of 150 mph.
The design is strange yet interesting. It resembles a truck in its width. An extended hood with large arches is another specialty. The large doors fitted and the generous wind shield makes its more traditional. It provides maximum sideline visibility too compared to other cars. Large bespoke 22-inch all-alloy wheels with a machined finish are really stunning. It has a wheel base of 116 inches also.
Over all, DC Gaia seems to be an excellent quality road vehicle, with its muscular looks and a very impressive engine.
Amberoid is a new luxury car with stunning looks. It was designed by the ace designer Dilip Chhabria and all set to set twisters in the market. It looks like a modified ambassador which conveys an Indian look to it. But if anybody had a different opinion about the design of ambassador, they may get stunned by the looks of the new Amberoid.
The Amberoid will cost around US $1 million. If you hear that a total of 50,000 man hours were spent into the making of this car, you will realize the importance of it. Most modern technology like the digital mapping is incorporated in it. An automated instrumental panel, 3 LCD cameras, video conferencing etc add to the majestic look of the vehicle.
It can be called an intelligent and retro- futuristic car and is made especially to unique people. So anyone dream of owning it, prepare to be unique!
Fiat Linea is known as a small family car. It was released in Eastern Europe, Latin America, Middle East and India. Fiat Linea appeared in Indian recently in January 2009. Fiat Grande punto platform is the specialty of it.
Ford Focus, Opel Astra etc are similar to this car in its size. Going deep into its specifications and dimensions, the wheelbase is 2,603 mm (102.5 in), i.e. 100 mm (3.9 in) and the total length is 4,560 mm (179.5 in) or 500 mm (19.7 in).
Linea’s engine is a 1.9 L 16v “Torque” engine with 134 PS (132 hp/99 kW). This serves very efficiently like all other fiat engines. Some other engine variants are also available.
A Blue&Me hands free system, MS Windows mobile based system etc are some attractive features of this car. The GPS system in the car doesn’t have a touch screen monitor, but it displays some arrows and directions and you are also guided by voice instructions.
British car manufacturer Lotus has produced many models of cars. But Lotus Erova is different from all of them. It was developed under a project called Project Eagle! It is comparatively larger than Lotus’s recent cars such as Elise. It has an estimated kerb weight of 1350 kg (2976 lb). It is the only lotus model which has a two plus two configuration.
The cooled boot behind the engine is large enough. Porche Cayman may be one of its competitors in the market. The sales target for 2009 is just 2000 cars with prices between £45,000 and just over £50,000.
A 0-60 mph acceleration in less than 5 seconds and a top speed of 160 mph are really fantastic factors at a performance point of view. A fuel consumption of 30 miles per imperial gallon is also impressive. Overall, Lotus Erova is all set to capture the market in the coming days.
Nissan Micra is known as a very good little car, which brings the style and passion to your kids. The efficiency and riding capacity seems to be really good. Its soaking up bumps like a large vehicle helps to be a preferable city transport method. It is even comfortable for longer journeys.
A broad variety of models are available. But the right choice of engine will be the 1.5-litre diesel. It’s very quick when compared to the petrol variants available. It provides a top speed which is genuinely impressive: 60mpg.
There should not be any worries about the quality part of it. Very good materials are used on the body and it is nigh –on bomb proof. The grip levels of the tyres are excellent, the steering is positive and the weight of the car is just perfect. More boot space inside the car makes you comfortable while sitting.
Thus Nissan Micra is an affordable, good performing car on which everyone can have an eye.
It is the newest electric concept from the greatest Mercedes Benz. Next generation B class may get inspiration from the concept. The blue zero concepts bring an option to choose the power train based on the driving range. There is an E-Cell used in the blue zero models which includes a 35 kW liquid-cooled li-io battery pack. This can provide an unbeatable 120 miles of driving experience.
The F-Cell version is also available for those who prefer longer drives. Powered by a 90kW hydrogen fuel cell, the F-Cell can provide a 240 mile range.
The top model is named as the E-Cell Plus. It has a range of 360 miles. The 67 hp three-cylinder engine powers it for higher ranges. A 30-minute recharge for 50 miles of driving is enough according to the manufacturers.
The blue zero has a great shape, but for some people it may look a bit strange as well. But a 5 seat interior and a vast cargo space makes this model a bit ahead of the Mini-E version.
The first thing that comes to one’s mind while hearing this name is the comfortable driving experience. Just be inside the car and fire it up. You can feel the omens good. There will not be any signs of a turbo-lag too.
The Abarth had added a turbocharger to increase the output of 1.4 litre engine from 100 bhp to 135 bhp. It can simply outrun the Mini cooper. The sports button adds weight to the steering. It helps in increasing the torque of the engine for a sporty driving. A light which illuminates to make gearshift nodes for optimum performance is an additional feature.
The unit used in Grant Punto is used in the car. As per Paulo Ollino, the technical director at Abarth, the present power is well enough for the segment of cars. It can even raise the power to 160 bhp, if fitted properly. An SS Kit will be available which include many other modifications like ceramic brakes.
The Lamborghini Murciélago can be called a performance driven sports car produced by Italian automaker Automobile Lamborghini. It is known as the successor of Diablo. This, two door, two seat coupe cars were built at first as a celebration theme. But now it is known for its high performance and efficiency amongst the sports car segment.
Lamborghini V12 engine with 6.2 Litre and a 6 speed manual/auto transmission excels in many ways. The rear spoiler can be raised to 70 degree angle. The whole design is aerodynamically fit. Its 8 miles per US Gallon as the fuel efficiency is a fantastic go in the city. Its base price is US $313,000 which seems to be worthy when looking at its most modern features. Murciélago’s engine was changed in 2006. It was replaced by a stronger 6.5-liter engine and at the same time car’s name was changed to Murciélago LP640.
The Aston Martin One-77 was first appeared in the 2008 Paris motor show. It is a sports car from the family of Aston Martin. But the car was fully revealed at Geneva in 2009. A full carbon fibre monocoque chassis is one of the most notable features of it. A handcrafted aluminium body is another attraction. A7.3 litre V12 engine with over 700 hp (520 kW) adds to its glory. The car will cost approximately £1,050,000.
A naturally aspirated engine and a 6-speed automated manual transmission make it extra ordinarily solid. Height-adjustable suspension, dynamic stability control and carbon-ceramic brakes are some of the extra features that are attractive.
Pirelli P Zero Corsa tyres (255/35 ZR20 front, 335/30 ZR20 rear) help to attain a top speed over 200 mph (320 km/h), with a 0-60 mph time in approximately 3.5 seconds. The projected weight of the vehicle was 1,500 kg (3,307 lb).Thus in over all; the one-77 is a perfect choice for a sports car lover.
Chrysler introduced its brand new hybrid SUV car ‘Aspen’. Aspen is basically a truck based SUV, which means body on frame design. The best and the most striking feature is the optional ‘Hemi engine’. Packing ‘376 horsepower’, the ‘5.7-liter V8’ features ‘cylinder deactivation technology’, which assists return ‘fuel economy’ not as worse as that of Aspen’s V8.
The 2009 ‘Chrysler Aspen’ comes with ‘antilock disc brakes’, ‘stability’ and ‘traction control’, ‘trailer sway control’ and ‘side curtain airbags’. In
government ‘frontal crash testing’, the ‘Chrysler Aspen’ received a perfect 5-star ranking for the safety of occupants.
The 2009 ‘Chrysler Aspen’ is accessible in 2 trim levels, limited & limited HEV. The ‘Limited’ is accessible in ‘2-wheel drive’ and ‘4WD’, while the ‘Limited HEV’ (hybrid) is ‘4X4’ only & equipped likewise to the ‘Limited’ with Jpackage.
If you drive 2009 ‘Chrysler Aspen’ prudently on the roads it increases the fuel economy and gives the car a long life.
