Honda FC Sport Concept

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Honda FC Sport Concept (2009)

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The FC Sport emphasizes the design flexibility and potential of Honda's V Flow fuel cell technology - already deployed in the Honda FCX Clarity sedan - and reconfigures it into a lightweight sports car design with an ultra-low center of gravity, powerful electric motor performance and zero-emissions. The design study concept is inspired by supercar levels of performance through low weight and a high-performance, electrically driven fuel cell powertrain. 'The Honda FC Sport explores how to satisfy automotive performance enthusiasts in a world beyond petroleum,' said Dan Bonawitz, vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. 'People who love sports cars will still have a reason to love in a hydrogen- powered future.' The high-output Honda fuel cell powertrain and a sleek, aerodynamic body contribute to the vehicle's performance potential. A modular approach to fuel cell component packaging and the electric drivetrain contribute to the FC Sport's low center of gravity with the majority of vehicle mass distributed between the axles, creating the balanced weight distribution sought after in sports cars.

Honda Insight EU Version

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Honda Insight EU Version (2010)

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Although the Honda Insight design team started with a blank piece of paper - in that this was a brand new model with no history - they faced many challenges in creating the exterior appearance of the Honda Insight. On the one hand, as a low emission hybrid car, it had to express environmental credentials - it had to look like a 'green' car - but on the other hand it had to appear dynamic and fun to drive; part of Honda's key design principles. Above all, in line with the positioning of Honda Insight, the design had to appeal to a broad range of people.

Edo Lamborghini Murcielago LP710 Audigier

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Edo Lamborghini Murcielago LP710 Audigier (2009)

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In cooperation with internationally acclaimed designer Christian Audigier, edo competition has pulled out all the stops to create the fastest Lamborghini ever made. The limited edition edo Lamborghini Murcielago LP710 Audigier, of which only five will be produced, is a vehicle engineered to the highest standards, combined with Christian Audigier's unusual themes and unparalleled sense of color.

For those wishing to follow in the footsteps of international celebrities, there's no way around Christian Audigier. With his luxury clothing label he is setting new standards in the fashion world, exemplified by the sparkling skull and pirate themes adorning his designer pieces. However, Christian Audigier's creativity is not limited to fashion; it also translates to the world of automotive design, as evidenced by this latest cooperative effort.

Thanks to his inexhaustible imaginativeness, the matte black outer skin of the edo Lamborghini Murcielago LP710 has been completely restyled. However, it doesn't end there! The redesigned interior is an impressive sight as well. Carrying the creative theme inside, the seats, door panels and center console have been upgraded using his exquisite designs.

Carrying out the elaborate airbrush work to bring Christian Audigier's ideas to life is none other than Marcus Pfeil, of Pfeildesign in Austria. It's only fitting that the work being carried out on these unique vehicles is done exclusively by an artist with a worldwide reputation in the custom painting scene.

All five Haute-Couture Lamborghinis are custom made for each customer. The themes typical of Audigier's design underline the edo LP 710's proud pedigree. Every wish of the client can be accommodated during production. Customers have the opportunity to personalize their vehicles by choosing from a wide range of themes, lending an individual touch to Christian Audigier's work. Thus it is ensured that prospective owners do not just get the world's fastest Lamborghini, but also a completely unique design. In addition, each vehicle will be personally signed by the US-based star designer!

The base car, a Lamborghini Murcielago LP640, is completely disassembled. The modifications to the engine, aerodynamics, wheels, tires, exhaust system and interior are made to measure at edo competition within a three month time frame.

Along with the purchase of the vehicle, the customer gets the opportunity to drive his edo Lamborghini Murcielago LP710 at the limit, either at the high speed oval in Papenburg, Germany or at Nardo, Italy. Upon request, our test driver and pro racer Patrick Simon will coach the proud owner at the race track. Undoubtedly a memorable experience at speeds of over 360 km/h (224 mph)

Edo Ferrari California Cars Product

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Edo Ferrari California (2009)

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The supercar specialists from Edo Competition have launched their Edo Ferrari California upgrade program which brings both styling and performance modifications.

The Edo Ferrari California comes with a re-programmed ECU that takes the power output of the 8-cylinder engine to 367 kW (500 hp) and a maximum 369 ft-lb of torque at 5,200 rpm. The Edo Ferrari California is also available with a new performance exhaust system with adjustable butterfly valves and high flow catalytic converters. With the added juice, the Edo Ferrari California is able to get from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and to top at a maximum speed of 315 km/h (196 mph).

As an option, the Edo Ferrari California can be ordered with a lowered ride height and an adjustable sport suspension.

As far as the styling options of the Edo Ferrari California go, the tuner offers a range of 20 and 21 inch wheel / tire combinations and interior combinations that are limited only by the customer's imagination.

Edo Lamborghini Murcielago LP710-2

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Edo Lamborghini Murcielago LP710-2 (2008)

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The Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 based Edo Competition LP710-2 is a faster, more powerful, 2WD version of Lamborghini's flagship model.

The Murcielago LP710-2 is powered by a 6.5 litre V12 engine which develops 710 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque. The increase in power was achieved through the use of new exhaust headers, new high flow catalytic converters, new mufflers, a new exhaust tip, new performance camshafts, modified cylinder heads and new high flow air filters. The electronic engine control system has been reprogrammed to compliment the mechanical modifications.

The power improvements are not the only modifications to the powertrain. Perhaps the most interesting aspect of the LP710-2 is the fact the standard cars AWD system has been replaced with a RWD layout. Aside from the handling changes, this conversion has resulted in a weight saving of 40 kgs (88 lbs).

Cosmetic and aerodynamic modifications to the LP710-2 include a newly developed and beautifully shaped rear wing with an adjustable lip. A 19 inch light alloy wheel set with special Continental high-speed tires completes the Edo Competition package.

Rinspeed iChange Concept

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Rinspeed iChange Concept (2009)

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World premiere at the Geneva International Motor Show (March 5th thru March 15th 2009): with the 'iChange' the Swiss designers of Rinspeed present a '1-2-3-seater' powered by a 130kw-electric motor. The concept car's striking body structure adapts via 'electronic trick-tail' to the number of passengers: while the sporty and streamlined teardrop shape seats only the driver, two more passengers may join him once the car's rear end has risen as if by magic. In the blink of an eye the full-blooded sports car turns into a compact sportsvan.

With the Rinspeed 'iChange' the automotive jack-of-all-trades Frank M. Rinderknecht and his partners aim to provide thought-provoking impulses for the automobile industry: 'Thinking about variability and the constantly changing energy demand, we have created an extremely flexible vehicle.' The result is a zero-emission car featuring both extremely low weight and aerodynamic drag, thus further reducing the power consumption. - For Mr. Rinderknecht the car's name 'iChange' means more than a flowery phrase: 'If we want to preserve our individual mobility in the future, we have to re-think our conception of cars - above all we need to accommodate the ecological aspects.' The best possible answer the big automakers could find for the 'iChange' woud be a strong 'Yes, we can!'

Suzuki A Star Concept

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Suzuki A Star Concept (2008)

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Suzuki has revealed the A-Star Concept, an A-segment five-door hatchback vehicle that previews a global production model which will be launched on October 2008 in Europe and other Countries including India. It will debut at Auto Expo 2008 in New Delhi.

The launch of the A-Star Concept is the fifth model in Suzuki's world strategy for long-term growth. It follows the launch of the Splash at the 2007 International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt.

Scheduled to debut at Auto Expo 2008 in New Delhi (9-17 January 2008), the Suzuki A-Star Concept is an A-segment five-door hatchback reflecting a focus on world-class environmental compatibility and comfort and will show some of the forthcoming model’s design themes.

The new model will have an all new Euro 5-compliant 1.0-litre aluminium petrol engine with CO2 emissions lower than those of European competitors (target: lower than 109g/km).

Suzuki A-Star ConceptConcept A-Star is the first concept car in which designers from Maruti Suzuki India’s research and development division have been involved from the initial stage of its styling.

Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC) and India

The production model of the Concept A-Star will be manufactured at Maruti Suzuki India’s Manesar plant, and will be marketed mainly in Europe and other countries including India. Production is scheduled to start in October 2008.

The new 1.0-litre aluminium engine will be produced by Maruti Suzuki India, and a manual transmission for it will be manufactured by Suzuki Powertrain India, another SMC subsidiary that’s based beside Maruti Suzuki India’s Manesar plant.

Suzuki A-Star ConceptSuzuki Powertrain India also produces a 1.3-litre diesel engine, but SMC does not plan to use it in the new production car as the new 1.0-litre petrol engine is environmentally superior.

SMC is studying options for small diesel engines for production by Suzuki Powertrain India in the future.

Given the importance of India to the Suzuki world strategy, the Corporation is investingsubstantially in Maruti Suzuki between 2007-2009.

It plans to expand production capacity to 960,000 units per year by March 2010.