Fully Charged YASA motors episode 23 [video]

In this episode of Fullycharged Robert Llewellyn makes a quick visit to the YASA motor works to see their developments in electric motor design and construction.

Bentley Continental Flying Spur Series 51 (2012) [Reviews]

Bentley Series 51 is the most popular design. This allows customers and Continental Flying Spur and Flying Spur Speed ​​subscribe to the "off the peg" from a wide range of innovative and good combinations of colors and created by engineers to cut the seat of Bentley in Crewe, England, as Dirk van Braeckel, Bentley's Director of Planning comments:

"Series 51 design is inspired by the life style of the opening of Bentley Crewe Department established a talent, John Blatchley, who shaped the original and iconic 1950 Bentley Continental. Today, it offers a subscription service almost customized, many thousands of configurations Bentley available in the range of color and the cut. "

First offered in the Continental GT and GTC in 2009, the color of Bentley and the team has now created than14 cut at least unique scenery for 51 Continental Flying Spur and Flying Spur Speed, which allows customers customize their cars to their personal tastes June Melinda Jenkins, color and trim manager, says:

"Each set of 51 Flying Spur is instantly recognizable - especially in the body - in which the color and cut, the team created a wide range of three interior colors to show the full potential of the company's extensive color palette."

51 for the series develops, manages the team to a Bentley-style "rule of three" approach to creating complex, but to harmonize the colors of the depth and beauty, inspired by simple choice of a customer enters three contrasting colors. With luxurious leather hide and wood veneer on the main screen, start and finish color specialists with a main interior color (usually darker) and select another color insert to provide a striking contrast. an essential skill is to identify the third accent color stitching and piping.

The selection of the veneers of wood or aluminum panels for the dashboard is complete the overall look and provides a contrast even greater if the customer desires.

Bentley has reserved a limited edition Sapelli veneer Pomellen (which gives a rare disease, the natural wood padded) for Series 51 Flying Spur and a number of additional options, including Bentley leather-trimmed cushions for children and the rear seats can also be specified to complement the unique design.

While the 14 options for the Series 51 Flying Spur give customers the option of selecting some of the work of Bentley's most striking design, color and finishing equipment is also more than happy to create designs even more personalized , knowing that they only showed a fraction of the possibilities offered by Melinda June Jenkins says:

"One of the most exciting series of 51 drawings to customer feedback to Bentley and their desire to continue to investigate what we can offer. Series 51 provides only a starting point, and we are now creating designs that make a stronger and more personal. "

Impressive series of Series 51-tone paint options
The same imaginative use of color extends to the body of all 51 Continental Flying Spurs series. A series of amazing John Blatchley inspired two-tone paint options, with an accent color scanning of the hood, roof and trunk of the tree can be specified.

Paint range includes fresh and crisp tones with rich tones and fiery and everything by color and trim Bentley team recommend one of three interior colors selected to complement and illuminate the relationship between interior and exterior.

Bentley has also created a unique series of 51 graphite-finished nine spoke wheels of 19 inch alloy sport, and two wing badges Series 51, located behind the front wheel arches complete the look appropriate.

As a key still sporting the latest Continental Flying Spurs, including 51 series models now indicated by distinctive blue brake calipers and front fender vents style by the head of the Bentley design Raul Pires outside. These valves thin, located behind the front wheel arches, is inserted into a wing panel and a single smoothed mesh black or chrome finish.

Advanced and intuitive touch-screen infotainment

All 2012 model year Bentley Continental Flying Spur and Super Sport Coupe and Convertible now feature a new highly advanced touch screen that provides maps infotainment rich imagery and a 30 GB hard drive built.

8-inch screen car audio system, telephone, guide and comfort options and the latest navigation system, which uses the car as hard drive and a DVD player to use the information path. It makes use of dynamic navigation to avoid the heavy traffic in some places, looking for items with a geo-tagged photos on the SD card and is a Google Maps compatible with most of the market.



The infotainment system with 7-digit postal entry, touch controls, and combines classic Bentley knurled rotary switches for ease of use provide immediate and clear comments. The graphical interface of the screen has been specified by the Bentley design team to ensure your graphics inside are quite consistent with the classic, handcrafted interior. The "striated" changes the display, for example, are "virtual" eco striated texture like a jewel rotary switches below.

The last Continental Flying Spur and Super Sport models also benefit from the connectivity of phone and music player, digital television (if possible) and playback of DVD movies. Music can be played and controlled directly from an iPod and a six-CD player, SD card or directly from the hard drive from the hard drive that can store up to 15 GB of music.

The new entertainment system is complemented by a panel of new driver information (DPI), located in the main panel. The new widescreen TFT DIP uses enhanced graphics and technology provide the driver with clear and easily accessible to a wide range of vehicle systems. These include the establishment of a lighthouse "come home" controls, door locks and mirror functions while providing a number of features significantly improved the correspondence control of the media Bluetooth phone connectivity.

2012 years The new Continental Flying Spur, Flying Spur and speed of the series 51 design options, the coupe and convertible Supersport 2012 on sale from March 2011.

Hybrid rally car banned for being too fast [video]

What has been called the “world’s greenest rally car” has been kicked out of its championship because it’s too fast. The gasoline-electric Honda Insight hybrid, which competes in Britain’s Formula 1000 rally championship, has been asked to withdraw following concerns from rival competitors that it has an unfair advantage, after dominating the 2011 series with two wins and a second place from the first three rounds.

The car, which uses a tuned gasoline-electric hybrid system to give it more power and better fuel efficiency, has been developed by the Oaktec team from Lancaster over a six-year period using the low-emission Honda car as a base. The developments of the green technology have been so successful that the eco-car, which can return 2.8 L/100 km when driven slowly, has blown away a field of conventional rally cars to gain a 19-point championship lead after just three rallies.

The championship organizers phoned the Oaktec team to request that it stand down from the series and compete the car in a higher class to appease rival competitors. The team has agreed to the demand and will now look to race in other classes.

“It was a bit of a shock when I got the call as, after six years of hard work ,we finally had our chance for a bit of glory,” says Oaktec boss Paul Andrews. “But I fully understand the perspective of the organizers and their wish not to spoil the sport for the other drivers. Formula 1000 is a great championship and they were really supportive by allowing us to compete with these new hybrid technologies in their rallies and we always agreed that if we had a clear advantage we would step aside.

“It’s a shame it had to happen mid-season, but it’s the risk you face in going against the grain and trying something radical. If it fails, no one notices; if it’s successful, you have an unfair advantage. I think our project has made people realize that there is a real future for genuinely green technologies in motorsport and other leisure activities.”

To prove the eco-credentials of the tuned Honda hybrid system, Oaktec entered the rally car in a fuel economy competition and returned 3.45 L/100 km, beating the next best car, a small diesel, by almost a litre per 100 km. It has regularly returned less than 2.8 L/100 km in testing and has ultra-low CO2 emissions, yet uses the same combination of efficient engine, batteries and electric motor to win rallies.

In addition, the car is unique in motorsport because it uses a continuously variable transmission developed by Bosch, who also sponsor the car.

OakTec Motorsport

MINI Inspired by Goodwood Priced at £41,000

MINI Inspired by Goodwood Specifications

Mini has come with a Special Edition car i.e, MINI Inspired by Goodwood, this model was unveiled at the Shanghai International Auto Show held in April.
The MINI Inspired by Goodwood combines Rolls Royce luxury with the Mini driving experience.
MINI Inspired by Goodwood is Priced at £41,000 (US $70,700). The production of Limited Edition Mini Inspired by Goodwood is 1000-Units.

The booking of Mini Inspired by Goodwood starts from Thursday and the first car will be delivered in Britain in March 2012.

The features of MINI Inspired by Goodwood
*High quality materials and craftsmanship.
*Roll Royce specific wood (Walnut Burr) on the dash board & door handle,cashmere roof linings,sun visors and rear storage tray, deep-pile lambwool foot mats and the exclusive Cornsilk color throughout the interior.
*Standard features Adaptive headlights,Park Distance Control, Automatic Air conditioning, Onborad computer,Satellite Navigation system and Audio system with satellite Radio.

The MINI Inspired by Goodwood is boosted with a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder twin-turbocharged engine with an output power of 184HP horsepower.

17" Inch multi spokes light weight alloy-wheels, Rolls Royce's Diamond Black metallic finish for the body of the Mini.

MINI Inspired by Goodwood 01

MINI Inspired by Goodwood 02

MINI Inspired by Goodwood 03

MINI Inspired by Goodwood 04

MINI Inspired by Goodwood Sill guard

MINI Inspired by Goodwood Interior 01

MINI Inspired by Goodwood Interior 02

MINI Inspired by Goodwood Interior 03

MINI Inspired by Goodwood Interior 04

MINI Inspired by Goodwood Interior 05

MINI Inspired by Goodwood Interior 06

MINI Inspired by Goodwood Interior 07

MINI Inspired by Goodwood Interior Rear seat's

Terrafugia Transition Flying Car

I would never have guessed that I would see a "Flying Car" during my lifetime, 
guess again!

Images and information courtesy of Wikipedia and Jalopnik

 The Waterman Aerobile (Smithsonian)

 Older and newer Moller M400 Skycars

And now the Terrafugia Transition, a roadable light sport aircraft

 Wings fold for street driving

 Wings extended for flight, and yes, you do need an airport

For a mere $194K and 20 hours of "observed" flying time to get your sport flying license,

even you could own one of these modern marvels.  They will carry 2 persons with luggage and have a range of about 400 nautical miles on a tank of regular unleaded gasoline.  
It will go a little over 100 MPH in the air and 
roughly 65 MPH on the ground getting 30 MPG (ground).

chevrolet camaro

chevrolet camaro

 chevrolet camaro interior

 chevrolet camaro test drive

 chevrolet camaro red color

 chevrolet camaro 2011

 chevrolet camaro seat

 chevrolet camaro balck edition

 chevrolet camaro 2011 speedometre and rpm

 chevrolet camaro picture

 chevrolet camaro illustration

 chevrolet camaro 2011 silver edition

 chevrolet camaro convertible

 chevrolet camaro black

 chevrolet camaro image

 chevrolet camar yellow

 chevrolet camaro usa interior

 chevrolet camaro 2011 test drive

 chevy camaro

 chevrolet camaro on the road

 chevrolet camaro

 chevrolet camaro engine

 chevrolet camaro back view

 chevrolet camaro front

 chevrolet camaro 

 chevrolet camaro car

 new chevrolet camaro

chevrolet  camaro z28

 chevrolet camaro yellow color

 chevrolet camaro on showrooms

chevrolet camaro : chevrolet camaro specs and review
Chevrolet Camaro is one example of a car of this type of pony car. Pony car itself is a kind of sports-oriented cars that began to emerge since the launch of the Ford Mustang in 1964. Although the original Camaro itself has aged 40 years, but it seems not intend to stop the Chevrolet product.

Chevrolet Camaro

Mid-2006, Chevrolet ensure that the fifth generation of the Camaro will be released in 2010 and Oshawa Car Assembly based in Canada had the honor to produce this legendary car.

This fifth-generation Camaro will be released with two engine options, V6 and V8.With its own version of the V6 engine will be released with the code while the LS and LT use a V8 engine will be coded SS. Reportedly version of the Camaro convertible will be released 9 months after the launch of the coupe version of it.

Chevrolet Camaro

Presumably the decision to 'turn on' again this happens after the sale Camaro Ford Mustang fifth generations who in 2005 released yesterday surpassed the targets launched by Ford. But even so, many observers predicted that sales of the Camaro is not going too good when considering fuel consumption Camaro which is hardly efficient. Especially with the increasing price of fuel lately.

In terms of design, the V generation Camaro is not going to much different from the Camaro Concept are first introduced. The difference may simply be that the version of 2010 will not be glamorous version of the concept. For example, the rim is only set at 20 inches. Not only that, the choice of colors and accessories also seem to be experiencing cuts.

Chevrolet Camaro

From the outside, this 2010 Camaro there is little resemblance to the Chevrolet Corvette 2007 despite 'bad' Camaro is still a strong smell in this generation. When compared with its competitors, Mustang or Dodge Challenger, 2010 Camaro looks more modern and sexy.

Of body size, the fifth generation is slightly wider at the same time higher when compared with the fourth generation released in 2002. This makes 2010 Camaro interior is so much more roomy.

There are rumors saying that if fuel prices continue to rise, the parent of General Motors as Chevrolet will give 4-cylinder turbocharged engine option in addition to the V6 and V8 engines.

Specifications:
Model: Chevrolet Camaro LS, LT and SS
Engine: 3.6-liter V6, 6.2-liter V8
Horsepower: 300 (DI V6), 400 (V8, automatic trans.), 422 (V8, manual trans.)
Torque: 273 (DI V6), 395 (V8, automatic trans.), 408 (V8, manual trans.)
Transmission: six-speed manual, six-speed automatic
Compression ratio: 11.3:1

10.7:1
Wheelbase: 112.3 inches
Length: 190.4 inches
Width: 75.5 inches
Height: 54.2 inches
Base Curb weight range: 3741 pounds (LT manual), 3913 (SS automatic)

The production of the series confirmed for 2009
The Chevrolet Camaro Concept was celebrated star of the American Auto Show 2006 season. Now, at the beginning of 2007 auto show season, there's a new star rising: The Chevrolet Camaro convertible concept. It will be presented on the eve of the North American International Auto Show's GM Style, an exclusive fashion event combining celebrities splashed, fashion and cars. Chevrolet already has announced production plans for the Camaro, which goes on sale in the United States in 2009. A production convertible model will be added in the same year.
The Camaro convertible concept is based on the original Camaro concept, with only minor changes necessary to accommodate the convertible body style. It shares exterior dimensions with the Camaro concept (L / W / H: 4730 / 2022 / 1344 mm), although the convertible concept windshield surround, which offers bright anodized finish, is changed slightly to accommodate the roof. The Camaro convertible concept is motivated by a V-8 engine torque that sends power to the right rear wheels via a manual transmission. It also has a four-wheel independent suspension and four-wheel disc brakes.
"The best follow-up last year winning Camaro concept is a Camaro convertible," said Ed Welburn, GM vice president, global design. "The Camaro convertible concept instantly evokes an emotional response - is a vehicle that you want to make room in your garage."
Like the Camaro concept, the concept Camaro convertible concept blends a dramatic, forward-looking design that is forget the glorious past of the brand. That the project includes classic long hood / short roof proportions and a wide, wheels-at-the-corner location gives the vehicle the look of hugging corners even when stationary.
Additional design details include:
Protective cover over the folded top
"Halo" headlamps
LED taillights
Rear spoiler with LED lit CHMSL
Racing-inspired fuel filler door
Front-inlet hood scoop, inspired by the Corvette Z06
Heritage-inspired rear fender "gills"
The Camaro convertible concept has Hugger Orange pearl tri-coat color is a contemporary update of the classic hue, which was initially offered in 1969. And 'complete with double strips gunmetal gray sport. The modern interpretation of classic color and its dark accent stripes simultaneously reflect the Camaro heritage aspect and provide a deep, lustrous and thoroughly contemporary.
The Camaro convertible concept rides on 21-inch wheels front and rear wheels 22 inches. The wheels have a deep-dish, five-spoke sections and characterized by coal power plants with bright outer edges and an orange outline on the wheel rim. The dark gray wheels complement the gunmetal gray stripes on the body.
Inspired cockpit
Inside, the Camaro convertible features a simple yet purposeful interior that looks that reflects design elements inspired by the era of muscle cars, including the first-generation Camaro. A new, light-dark color and enhances the airy feel of the convertible, particularly when the top is lowered.
The seats fronts' feature platinum-tone leather surrounding suede-like Alcantara ® inserts, with black, sculpted seatbacks. The use of light color only on the sitting surface recalls the vintage houndstooth interiors, while a matching, tri-coat platinum paint is used to accent the door panels and instrument panel, giving a modern, bold feel to the ' inside.
"The light-on-dark interior makes a strong statement that conveys the spirit of freedom and fun that is embodied by a Camaro convertible," said Micah Jones, interior designer.
Like the Camaro coupe concept, the convertible concept features an instrument panel inspired by first-generation Camaros (1967 - 1969), including an intricate "round-pointers-in-square-holes" design. The gauges have a deep three-dimensional appearance, with white and red pointers. "The instrument panel - including the four auxiliary gauges mounted in front of the shifter - pays homage to first-generation Camaros, while achieving a modern appearance through its refined integration of components," said Jones.
Craftsmanship and attention to detail are evidenced throughout the interior, including the smoke satin aluminum finish on trim plates, vents, seat handles and safety belt buckles. The shifter and pedals are made of billet aluminum. The steering wheel has a detailed, deep-dish three-spoke and the front seats are hinged at the center - rather than the sides - for better integration. A separate ignition button is used to start the engine and the speedometer and tachometer needles complete full-sweep indexing when the engine growls to life.
One reason to "plug" through the center of the vehicle and on the seatbacks, including a prominent center console that extends to the back seat. The spine reinforces the symmetry of the Camaro convertible, as well as its accuracy.
Reached icon
The original Camaro was introduced for the baby boom generation, a large group of young Americans, individualistic and mobile drove fundamental changes in the automotive industry. The Camaro was personal, sporty and powerful - attributes that are typically found on more

expensive, smaller and, often, foreign sports cars. The Camaro represented a real sports car in size has been reached for almost everyone.An almost endless list of optional features, colors and trim combinations ensured owners could tailor their Camaro to their exact taste.
How Boomers transition towards larger vehicles to accommodate growing families, younger drivers embraced used Camaros as their first car, and the third and fourth generation of the Camaro continued to deliver affordable fun and performance to a new generation of fans. In fact, hundreds of thousands of owners of all walks of life have found driving fun in a Camaro in the last 40 years.
The new Camaro concepts draw on their namesakes heritage ', but also global, youthful influences of the 21 st century. These influences are seen in bold proportions Camaro convertible concept car, worn wheels and bodywork and interior detailed report - including the multi-dimensional instruments. It 'a design that resonates with a generation of younger car buyers influenced by highly stylized "tuner" cars and import sports cars.
"Younger buyers want a car that makes a statement in design as well as its performance," said Brian Smith, exterior designer. "The new Camaro concepts bridge heritage with contemporary style, with a design that is simultaneously admired among import-influenced youth and traditional enthusiasts."
Along with style and performance, the timeless spirit of fun is woven into the new Camaro concepts.
"Camaro has always represented the American ethic that style and performance do not belong exclusively to the rich," said Smith. "Camaro has always been a sports car of all, and these new concepts demonstrate its spirit is relevant to a new generation."
CHEVROLET CAMARO SPECIFICATIONS convertible concept
Vehicle type: two-door, four-passenger rear-wheel-drive convertible
Wheelbase (in / mm): 110.5 / 2806
Length (in / mm): 186.2 / 4730
Width (in / mm): 79.6 / 2022
Height (in / mm): 53 / 1344
Track (in / mm): 63.8 / 1620 front; 63.3 / post 1607
Powertrain: V-8 engine with manual transmission
Suspension: four-wheel independent: MacPherson strut front, multilink rear, progressive rate coil springs, gas-pressurized shock absorbers
Brakes: four wheel disc brakes, 14-in rotors with four-piston calipers
Wheels: cast aluminum, 21-front 22-in rear
Tires: 275/30R21 front, 305/30R22 rear