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Mazda Taiki

Mazda Taiki, originally uploaded by jarapet.

Porsche 997 GT3 RS

Porsche 997 GT3 RS, originally uploaded by Kees Bunk.

Downriver Cruise

Downriver Cruise 08, originally uploaded by cfoxtrot.

Ferrari California assembly underway at Maranello

Several months ahead of its scheduled debut at this fall's Paris auto salon, production of the new Ferrari California has already begun at the Ferrari factory in Maranello. The news comes after previous speculation suggested that the California might have to be assembled off-site – potentially at sister-company Maserati's nearby facility in Modena – because the existing Ferrari assembly lines were already at full capacity. However, having now unveiled its newly-retooled manufacturing facility under the Formula Uomo program, the company has apparently increased production capacity to accommodate the assembly of the California, thus securing its legitimacy in the eyes of enthusiasts and potential customers alike.

New Porsche 911 Targa next in the 997 pipeline

When Porsche introduces a new 911 update, you know exactly what that means: derivatives. The Porsche 911 has more derivatives, body-styles and variants than just about any other automobile in production, and after unveiling the latest 911 Carrera and Carrera S, Carerra 4 and Carrera 4S, in both coupe and cabrio formats, the next version due for release is the 911 Targa.

Porsche defined the term Targa when it borrowed the name from the famous Sicilian race, the Targa Florio, and applied it to its lift-roof-section model, bridging the gap between its convertibles and coupes. The outgoing 911 Targa features a sliding panoramic roof section, but we'll have to wait and see what tricks Porsche has up its sleeve for the newest version.

Revell stocker

Revell 85-4891 is scheduled to ship from Revell 6/27/08

Velg Modification Sport

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CREWS

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Lie Bumper
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Approve Bumper
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Opinion Skirts
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Face Contact 2 (200Credit)

Spoilers
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Mortal 2 (100Credit)

Clear Scale
Customizable (20Credit)
Connatural (Remove)

Add Decal
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Tucker
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System 2 (300Credit)

Taillights
Taillights Chrome (100Credit)
Taillights CarbonFibre (50Credit)

Action MODS

Engine

Turbo Package (200Credit)
Air Intake (50Credit)
Headers (30Credit)

Transmittal

Hold Kit (10Credit)
Accommodate Box (30Credit)

Chassis

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Airbags (10Credit)

Tires

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Brakes

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NOS
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The first of racing

Racing Sport began presently after the mentation of the introductory productive petrol-fueled autos. Before that indication fill raced in else "vehicles" much as, framework pulled buggys. In 1894, the firstly competition was formed by Town depot Le Perit Leger, a reliability examine to make champion execution. But the race was exchanged to Town to Rouen 1894. Competitors included mill vehicles from Karl Benz's Benz & Cie. and Gottlieb Engineer and Wilhelm Maybach's DMG.

In 1895, one assemblage afterward, the introductory echt vie was artificial in Writer, from Town to Wine. Honours over the pipage was Émile Levassor but he was disqualified because his car was not a required four-seater.

An global competition began with the Gordon Aviator Cup in machine racing.

The archetypal automobile run in the Federate States took approximate in Evanston, Algonquian on November 28, 1895 over an 87.48-km (54.36 mile) action, with Hotdog Duryea winning in 10 hours and 23 proceedings, pulsating tercet petrol-fueled and two auto cars.[2] The prototypical laurels awarded was the Vanderbilt Cup.

Port to metropolis racing
Fernand Gabriel swing a Mors in Paris-Madrid 1903
Fernand Gabriel dynamical a Mors in Paris-Madrid 1903

With machine business and racing submissive by Author, the French automobile lodge ACF unreal a numerate of discipline transnational races, unremarkably from or to Town, conjunctive with another solon city in Continent or Writer.

These really eminent races ended in 1903 when Marcel Renault was committed in a deathly occurrence left Angouleme in the Paris-Madrid move. Ennead fatalities caused the Country government to stoppage the displace in Vino and ban open-road racing.[annotation needed]

1910-1950

The 1930s saw the Engine modification from high-priced touring cars into processed racers, with Delage, Auto Set, Mercedes-Benz, Delahaye, and Bugatti constructing streamlined vehicles with engines producing up to 450 kW (612 hp), aided by multiple-stage supercharging. From 1928-1930 and again in 1934-1936, the extremum weight permitted was 750 kg, a bound diametrically conflicting to topical racing regulations. Abundant use of aluminium alloys was required to accomplish livid unit, and in the occurrence of the Mercedes, the makeup was distant to meet the weight rule, producing the famous Grey Arrows.

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Nissan 350Z Tuning Car

Nissan_350Z,_Tuning_Car,_Import_Tuner_2003, originally uploaded by ghostdmi.

Cobra

Cobra, originally uploaded by NorTyd.

Rendered Speculation: Honda NSX without zebra camouflage

AutoExpress is just as interested in the styling of the next NSX as the rest of us are, so they pressed a digital artist into action to 'chop the shots of the car running on the Nurburgring. What they've come away with isn't nearly as bad as we thought it might be on our last podcast. It still looks like a hotted-up Accord Coupe in some ways, though the lines and proportions are rather classic, and the anti-flamboyance creates a car that wouldn't look ridiculous next to an F430, except for the quad stacked exhaust tips. Of course, all the renderings really do is muddy the waters until we see the actual car, but at least if these images ring true, the NSX won't suck. It won't stand out, either, but who ever bought an Acura to stand out?

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Irwin Porsche

Irwin Porsche, originally uploaded by pinkypinn1.

Aston Martin suits up a Kilgour V8 Vantage for Paris fashion show

Supercars and high fashion go together like super models and getting high, so for its first ever fashion show in Paris, bespoke tailor Kilgour of Savile Row has presented its spring/summer collection alongside a bespoke Aston Martin V8 Vantage coupe. The haute couture Aston is dipped in a one-off Morning Forst Satin paint described as having the texture of fine silk, which would be quite a feat if true since metal usually feels nothing like fabric. The interior is also done up in Kilgour Midnight Blue with polka-dotted seat inserts. Apparently circles are Kilgour's trademark shape, hence the gaudy pattern on the seats. We don't understand high fashion very much, like why people care about apparel that's completely impractical and overpriced, but we suppose some could say the same thing about the cars we like. For instance, the Aston Martin V8 Vantage. Well, those people just don't understand.

PRESS RELEASE

ASTON MARTIN AND KILGOUR SHOWCASE CUTTING-EDGE INNOVATIONS AT PARIS FASHION SHOW

Friday 27 June 2008: Sports car manufacturer, Aston Martin, and bespoke tailor, Kilgour of Savile Row, teamed up at a unique event yesterday at the BETC Photographic Studio in Paris.

At Kilgour's first-ever fashion show in Paris presenting its spring/summer collection, Aston Martin created its very own haute couture bespoke V8 Vantage Coupe for the occasion, inspired by the latest creations.

The special V8 Vantage was finished in a unique Morning Frost Satin paint, with the texture of fine silk. The interior is influenced by Kilgour's latest collection and finished in Kilgour Midnight Blue, with the seat-inserts adorned with a polka-dot effect.

Aston Martin and Kilgour both build on long traditions of highest quality craftsmanship and design and attract clients from all over the world with their tailor-made and cutting-edge innovations. The fashion show in Paris offered a unique opportunity to view the latest creations of two extraordinary brands. The new collection and the V8 Vantage were appreciated by 250 invited VIP and media guests.

Kilgour's collection focuses on patterns incorporating spots and stripes with a single circle featured on most garments, including the modern tailored overcoats. White denim suits embroidered with navy-blue micro-spots give the collection a distinctive lightness. The circle features in the whole collection and also on the graphics and logo. Fabrics include spotted printed cottons and navy-blue micro-spotted silks.

2009 Chevy Traverse priced from $28,990

The fourth addition to General Motors' lineup of Lambda CUVs, the 2009 Chevy Traverse, has officially been priced from $28,990, which includes a $735 destination charge. As with most Chevy models, the Traverse can be had in LS, LT and LTZ models. It will be the first and only Lambda CUV to be equipped with the direct-inject version of GM's 3.6L V6, which must irritate Buick Enclave owners who have paid a lot more for their Lambda sans DI, that will be mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. The 3.6L DI V6 produces 288 horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque in the Traverse, and can power the front wheels or all four in AWD models. The Traverse can also carry eight people if you opt for the second-row bench, though we imagine those several passengers stuffed in the way back will not be your friends anymore upon arrival. Unfortunately, Chevy has not released any more detailed pricing information, so we can't say just how expensive the 2009 Traverse can get if you load it up an LTZ model with all of the bells and whistles. Regardless, with the best engine among all the Lambda CUVs, it'd be our choice of the lot.

PRESS RELEASE

Chevrolet Announces Pricing For The 2009 Traverse

DETROIT – Chevrolet announced the 2009 Traverse crossover will carry a MSRP of $28,990, including a $735 destination charge, for the 2WD LS model. It goes on sale this fall.

"With its great styling, leading fuel economy and comprehensive roster of equipment, the Traverse is a great expression of Chevrolet value," said Ed Peper, Chevrolet general manager.

The 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is an expressively styled, well-equipped crossover that delivers people-hauling and cargo-carrying capability typically found in larger SUVs. It is offered in LS, LT and LTZ models, in both front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive configurations. Product highlights include:


Expressive styling inspired by the 2008 Malibu
Optimized aerodynamics that enhance fuel economy and reduce wind noise
Four-wheel independent suspension system
StabiliTrak electronic stability control system
Family of 17-, 18- and 20-inch wheels
Seating for up to eight adults
Second-row Smart Slide seat feature, for easy access to the third-row seats
Rear-seat entertainment system with second-row controls
Six standard air bags, including side curtain air bags that deploy over all three seating rows
OnStar with Turn-by-Turn Navigation and Direction Download and eNav (with navigation system)
XM Satellite Radio including NavTraffic real-time traffic feature (with navigation system)
Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity

Traverse is powered by a 3.6L engine with direct injection technology that helps produce power similar to many V-8 engines, but delivers better-than-expected fuel economy and a 25-percent reduction in cold-start emissions. The 3.6L engine is mated to the fuel-saving Hydra-Matic 6T75 six-speed automatic transmission.

2010 Saturn Aura put on hold?

After seeing plenty of shots of Opel's new Insignia mid-sizer, we're anxiously awaiting General Motor's official announcement of its statewide debut as the next-gen Saturn Aura. Unfortunately, current rumors indicate that we'll be waiting a bit longer than initially planned, as the project has reportedly been put on hold for an undetermined amount of time. We're fuzzy on what prompted the hold-up, though some conjecture has been heard regarding the fuel economy of the impending vehicle. In Europe, there are four gasoline engines and three diesels available, though we have serious doubts that many if any of those powerplants will make it Stateside. It's certainly possible that today's high fuel prices are causing GM to rethink getting one of its smaller gas engines certified for sale in the U.S. We can be sure, though, that this expected new vehicle launch will be an important one for the future of the Saturn brand, so perhaps GM is wise to get everything sorted out before its official debut

Audi officially unveils supercharged, direct-inject 3.0L TFSI V6

Audi has finally confirmed all the details on its new range-topping supercharged V6, and the final output figures are in line with previous reports. The 3.0-liter TFSI engine (although the "T" is a misnomer since it used to stand for "turbo") is putting out 290 hp and 310 lb.-ft. of torque, with maximum twist beginning at an incredibly tractable 2,500 RPM. The blown six's thrust should be linear considering the belt-driven design, and Audi maintains that it will consistently outperform its biturbo predecessors. Although Audi has yet to confirm what models the supercharged, direct-injected mill will be fitted to initially, it's a safe bet that it will find a happy home within the new A6 and the next S4.

PRESS RELEASE

The new 3.0 TFSI:
Hi-tech V6 with compressor supercharging


Compressor and direct injection – a compelling duo
213 kW (290 hp), 420 Nm and outstanding efficiency
Superb power from idle speeds up, spontaneous torque buildup

Powerful, spontaneous and ultra-efficient: this is the new top version in Audi's V6 engine range. The 3.0 TFSI develops 213 kW (290 hp) and a huge 420 Nm (309.78 lb-ft) of torque. It combines two state-of-the-art technologies in perfect style – gasoline direct injection and compressor supercharging. The hi-tech V6 will go into production later in the year.

The brand with the four rings has a long tradition of supercharged engines. The legendary Grand Prix racing cars built by Auto Union back in the 1930s already featured compressors, which coaxed as much as 440 kW (around 600 hp) out of the mighty 16-cylinder and 12-cylinder engines. From the late 1970s on, Audi focused its attention on the exhaust turbocharger, which helped it to a succession of noteworthy triumphs in the world of motor sport. It was at this time that Audi's turbo engines began to enjoy resounding market success.

The compressor is now staging a comeback. It is the ideal supercharging technology for the new three-liter V6, the 3.0 TFSI; the T in Audi engine designations consequently no longer exclusively denotes turbo versions.

Extensive comparative tests revealed the mechanical supercharger to be superior to a biturbo concept for this engine. In conjunction with direct injection, its packaging, starting performance and dynamic response were far superior.

The compressor is so compact that it easily fits inside the 90-degree V of the cylinder banks, in place of the intake manifold. Because it is driven by the engine via poly-V belt, its full thrust is available from idle speed upwards, producing huge pulling power when driving off. The 3.0 TFSI delivers its maximum 420 Nm (309.78 lb-ft) at only 2,500 rpm and maintains this constantly until 4,850 rpm.

The gas paths after the compressor are very short; this means that the torque is built up extremely quickly, even more dynamically than on a naturally aspirated engine of the same displacement. The 3.0 TFSI responds sportily to the throttle, with exceptional agility and bite. And it revs up to the maximum of 6,500 rpm with playful ease, achieving its rated output of 213 kW (290 hp) at just under 5,000 rpm.

Top marks for fuel efficiency

The 3.0 TFSI without question earns top marks for fuel efficiency, too. And its pulling power enables it to extend the transmission ratio, further adding to its already superior efficiency. The new 3.0 TFSI will achieve an average fuel consumption of well under 10 liters per 100 km (23.52 US mpg) in virtually all longitudinally engined Audi models, the concept for which it is envisaged. It is designed to run on either premium or regular gasoline and already complies with the future emission standard Euro 5 – a question of honor for every new Audi engine.

The Audi technology of gasoline direct injection according to the FSI principle was what made this trailblazing efficiency possible in the first place. Unlike conventional concepts, it allows the compressor to be located behind the throttle valve. In view of the low density of the intake air at loads below supercharging level and when coasting, its rotors are free-running and the amount of power required to drive them is low.

The engine's high compression ratio of 10.5:1 also plays a big part in its efficiency. The direct injection principle is once again the key, because the intensively swirled fuel cools the combustion chamber, reducing the tendency to knock.

The compressor of the new 3.0 TFSI is what is known as a Roots blower. Inside it, two four-vane rotary pistons counter-rotate at a speed of up to 23,000 rpm, with an air gap between them measuring just a few thousandths of a millimeter. The rotors can deliver 1,000 kilograms (2204.62 lb) of air per hour and force it into the combustion chambers at a boost pressure of up to 0.8 bar.

Two water-to-air intercoolers made from aluminum and connected to a separate coolant circuit are integrated into the housing. Here, the compressed and therefore heated intake air is cooled down again in order to boost its oxygen content for the combustion process. An extensive package of measures reduces the level of noise generated by the compressor to a minimum.

The engine itself belongs to Audi's family of ultramodern V engines. In addition to the standard cylinder angle of 90 degrees, their attributes include systematic lightweight construction – the three-liter version's crankcase, which is made from cast aluminum/silicon, tips the scales at just 33 kilograms (72.75 lb). The entire engine, including the compressor, weighs 189 kilograms (416.67 lb). The bore measures 84.5 millimeters (3.33 in) and the stroke 89.0 millimeters (3.5 in), producing a swept volume of 2,995 cm3.

Reinforcements on the crankcase

Audi has included a whole array of refined hi-tech features on the 3.0 TFSI. The crankcase has been adapted to the higher prevailing pressures and all components are frictionally optimized. The two intake camshafts can be adjusted through 42 degrees crankshaft angle. In the intake ports, tumble flaps induce movement in the incoming air to promote optimum mixture preparation.

The injection system is a fundamentally new design. A common rail system with six-hole injectors injects the fuel directly into the combustion chambers at a pressure of up to 150 bar. The injectors' highly dynamic response permits up to three fuel injections per operating cycle across an extensive range of the characteristic map. They, too, optimize the combustion process and therefore contribute to the impressive performance of the new 3.0 TFSI.

AUDI AG sold a total of 964,151 cars in 2007 and thus achieved its twelfth consecutive record year. With revenue of €33,617 million and profit before tax of €2,915 million, the company attained its best figures ever. Audi produces vehicles in Ingolstadt and Neckarsulm (Germany), Györ (Hungary), Changchun (China) and Brussels (Belgium). At the end of 2007, production of the Audi A6 started in Aurangabad, India. The company is active in more than 100 markets worldwide. AUDI AG's wholly owned subsidiaries include Lamborghini S.p.A. in Sant'Agata Bolognese, Italy, and quattro GmbH in Neckarsulm. Audi currently employs around 54,000 people worldwide, including 45,000 in Germany. The brand with the four rings invests more than € 2 billion each year in order to sustain the company's technological lead embodied in its "Vorsprung durch Technik" slogan. Audi plans to significantly increase the number of models in its portfolio by 2015, from the 26 currently on offer to 40.

Porsche studying targa top for Panamera, diesel engine

According to a source that recently attended a Porsche focus group in California, the crew from Stuttgart is considering offering the new Panamera sedan with an optional "targa" top and making a diesel engine available.

Autoweek's insider saw a rendering of a three-panel "targa" roof that could conceivably make up another trim level of the Panamera when it goes on sale next year. The sources also said that two mules were on hand, a base and a turbocharged variant, sporting front fender vents that "were reminiscent of [the] Ford Focus." Uh oh.

Although details weren't given on the specifics of the diesel engine, Porsche is apparently considering offering an oilburner along with gasoline and hybrid drivetrains, and if approved for production, Autoweek speculates that Porsche could utilize one of Audi's diesels. That could include a 3.0-liter V6, but more likely Porsche would opt for either the 4.2-liter V8 or 6.0-liter V12 that powered the R8 TDI Le Mans concept.

Raging bulls beware: Novitec unleashes 717-hp F430 Scuderia

Is it wrong to mess with perfection? We don't know if we would dare to change even a single nut or bolt on the F430 Scuderia if we happened to have one in the garage, but Novitec Rosso seems to have no problem with it. Granted, they have plenty of experience laying their hands on the F430; in addition to their standard version, they've also built RACE, TuNero, and Evoluzione variations. For the Scuderia they've added their twin-supercharger package good for 717 horsepower and a top speed of just over 215 mph. Considering the standard F430 Scuderia can lap Ferrari's Fiorano test track faster than the Enzo, we'd imagine this car would be insanely quick.

SCX SEAT 131 Abarth Review

HISTORY
SCX seems to be on a roll as far as releasing some cool rally cars from the 70’s. The appeal to me is that a lot of these same cars also took part in road racing series back then as well. A good example of this is SCX’s retro/cool Alpine A110. It’s 1:1 counterpart was a LeMans competitor as well as rally car. The latest release in the SCX Classics Series brings us the SEAT 131 Abarth (Ref. #62970). The 1:1 scale SEAT 131 was a Spanish re-badged twin of the Fiat 131. The 131 Abarth would go on to win 3 World Rally Championships (WRC) in 1977, 1978, and 1980. How this car would go from its humble roots as a 3 box family sedan to world beater on the international rallying scene is an interesting story.

The oil crisis of the 70’s set the stage for a series of events taking place in Italy: Fiat had a newly formed rally team, and had recently acquired tuning specialist Abarth. Some of Fiat’s marketing gurus could see the halo effect the Stratos rally cars had for Lancia, and wanted Abarth to do something similar for Fiat with a performance model of their own. Abarth’s mandate was to find a rally car suitable to replace the outgoing 124 (also the subject of an SCX model) that had to be as fast as the Stratos. Several prototypes were developed including the 124, X1/9, and 131.

By 1976 the Stratos had won it’s third consecutive WRC championship. Ford was coming on strong with its own rally program. Abarth had been using the 131 as a test mule for the X1/9 program. The 131 was ideal for this role since it had a spacious engine bay, roomy interior, and rear wheel drive. This allowed engineers to explore a variety of motor and driveline options. For a time it looked like the X1/9 would be the car chosen to be Fiat’s rally standard bearer. It looked the part as a sporty mid-engined car reminiscent of the Stratos. Unfortunately this was not the image that company brass wanted to portray in the midst of an oil crisis. The wanted a car the buying public could relate to. Since the 131 had been used to test various drivetrain components for the rally program and its passenger roots were clearly visible it was chosen as Fiat’s new rally combatant. In 1975 Bertone was tasked to produce 400 special models for homologation of the 131 in the WRC. Abarth took 50 cars from this allotment to build its 131 which is the basis for SCX’s model. Among the modifications Abarth made to the Bertone allotment were weight saving Perspex side windows, aluminum doors, and additional lighting. Engine performance was pumped up from 65 bhp in stock form to over 215 bhp in rally spec. If you’d like to learn more about this car, check out The Sporting FIATs Club web site.

FIRST IMPRESSIONS
At first glance, SCX makes a nice presentation of their models in the clear plastic box they currently use. As nice as the 131 looks sitting inside it, I think it will look that much better on the track. Out it comes for a few laps of the 22m Scalextric Sport test track I use at Mini Grid. The finish on the model I’ve been given to test is flawless. The livery depicted is the 1981 Rally Costa Brava. The fender flares and air intakes are nicely rendered. The tampo is sharp and opaque. There are a few nice details like mirrors, wipers, mudflaps, roof spoiler and antenna.

The interior is a partially recessed half tray. The flat portion is below the level of the windows which allows for decent interior detail in the form of a driver, navigator, and roll cage. A bit more paint on the dark plastic interior would have helped some of the molded in details pop. The half interior does leave tuners plenty of room for adding weights to the chassis. Another detail which shows that SCX is listening to what racers like is the molding of the window ‘glass’. In many cars the window part typically includes clear material up in the roof where it serves no purpose. This excess material is the first thing I usually cut out of my race cars as a weight saving measure. By molding a piece just for the car’s windows SCX was able to save few grams of weight from where they are needed least: the roof of the car.

ON TRACK
On the Sport test track the traction magnet keeps the car solidly in its lane. While SCX motors are not the fastest, the motor chosen for this car is appropriate given the size of the original car. The voltage at my test track is set to 11V. As I ran lap after lap with the 131 I only had to blip for the R1 curves on my test track. Otherwise I could take R2 or larger radius curves at full throttle. In stock form the traction magnet gave a reading of 279g on the Magnet Marshal. The traction magnet can be adjusted to give even more downforce if desired. Homeset voltages will make this car a great mag performer on just about any track. My fastest lap was 8.875s with the traction magnet in place. A few magnet car lap times for comparison:

- Scalextric Mercedes-Benz SLR (7.949s)
- SCX Alpine Renault A110 (8.713s)
- NINCO Porsche 550 Spyder (9.019s)

My only complaint about this car out of the box is that the tires are not concentrically molded. Since the wheels and axles on my test car run straight and true the out of round tires made a thrumming sound as the car ran around my test track. Truing the tires on my sanding block knocked another .5s off my magnet test times.

The SCX Seat 131 has functioning headlights, fog lamps, and tail lamps. The body is held onto the chassis by five screws. Removing them allows the body to be easily separated from the chassis revealing the plastic tubing used by the lighting system.

This system routes the light from 2 LED sources to each of the 8 lights on the front of this car. There is very little spill from the lighting system inside the body thanks to this light tube arrangement. To conduct power from the front lights to the rear SCX uses bus strips which travel the length of the body. These contact similar strips in the chassis which transfer power from the guide to the motor pod.

I wouldn’t normally expect to find a sprung floating motor pod and spherical bushings on a car at this price point. The motor pod has a very clever floating arrangement which is dampened by the power connecting strips. Two limiting pins at the front and another pair at the back of the pod prevent it from rocking too far.

These pins in turn keep the tires from contacting the fenders and allows for excellent float in the driveline - something racers of non-magnet cars will appreciate. Since I count myself among the non-magnet crowd, I loosened the two screws holding the traction magnet to the chassis and removed it.

Without the magnet in place and the body reattached this car weighs in at 94g. I put the car back on the track without its traction magnet and started cranking out the laps. The SEAT is a blast to drive without a traction magnet. It stays in the slot and drifts nicely through the corners. The floating motor pod allows the car to lean in the corners giving it a great aggressive stance. The car lifts the front inside wheel when driven hard.

The drivetrain on my review example featured straight axles and true wheels. The tires gripped well enough on the slippery surface of my Sport test track. I was able to turn a best lap of 10.293s. For comparison this puts the 131 in the zone with these non-mag cars:

-NINCO Ferrari 250TR (10.119s)
-Fly Porsche 911 (10.163s)
-Pink Kar Ferrari 250 GTO (10.228s)
-NINCO NC8 powered Porsche 550 Spyder (10.398s)
-TeamSlot Lancia Stratos (10.629s).

IN CONCLUSION
In magnet trim I’d say the 131 is a great car for kids: it sticks to the track, and has bright lights which is an appealing feature for the younger set. If you don’t believe me, just ask them!

Pull out the traction magnet and you’ve got a car that non-magnet racers will love. In testing this car I noticed that the motor seemed to loosen up and rev more freely with each passing lap. With a smooth drivetrain, rocking motor pod, and lots of room for adding weight there’s plenty of tuning potential here.

Kudos to SCX for bringing out such a great looking model that doubles as an excellent non-magnet racer.

I rate this car at four power sliding sports sedans out of five. The out of round tires are the only thing holding an otherwise excellent car back.

DV

2009 Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 Roadster Versace

Another one hot super car on our review list. It is one of my favorite creation of Lamborghini. Truly an outstanding car that could certainly get you fast and hot on the road. I remember the first release of this Murciélago, I was really like WOW! What an awesome car to have with. So now, take a quick look on it's interesting review.

Versace and Lamborghini, collaborators since 2006, proudly announce the launch of the new Lamborghini Murciélago LP 640 Roadster VERSACE and a unique collection of accessories, both to be previewed for the first time at the Maison’s Via Gesù 12, Milan on Monday June 23rd, 2008.

To create the new super roadster, the Maison Versace's designers joined forces with designers from the Lamborghini Design Centre (Centro Stile) and specialists working on the "ad personam" project. This Lamborghini program allows individual clients to create personalised sports cars, choosing the equipment specification, the colour of the exterior body and of the interior fittings.

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EDO puts the Super in the Gallardo Superleggera

Some things you figure are universal. Like time, for example. But for a tuning house that regularly takes the fastest cars around and tinkers with them just for kicks, time – say, production dates and acceleration numbers – might not hold the same meaning as it does for the rest of us mere mortals.

Never minding that Lamborghini has ceased production of the Gallardo Superleggera to make way for the new LP560-4, German uber-tuners EDO competition has come out with a package for the stripped-out Raging Bull. With a simple twist of the ECU, a new catalytic converter and a carbon fiber air box, power is pumped up to 560 horses and torque to 398 lb-ft, dropping the 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) time down to 3.7 seconds and the top speed nudging 320 km/h (199 mph). EDO's also installed a variable-noise exhaust and dropped the right height by 15 mm and can outfit any of the 172 Superleggeras produced with custom-painted 19" three-piece modular rims.

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edo competition Gallardo Superleggera

3.7 seconds
it doesn't get any faster ...


With the modified Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera edo competition Motorsport has now added a second high-profile Italian racer to its tuning program after the Murciélago LP 640. Like its bigger brother, this sports car with the bull in its logo excels through its highlighted racing genes and more aggressive appearance after being modified at edo competition.

The most remarkable feature is the sensational acceleration. edo competition achieves these figures thanks to the installation of a massive air box, high flow catalytic converters which are a completely new design and a recalibration of the engine electronics. All components together raise the power output to 560 hp (411 kW) at 8,250 rpm. The power increase of 30 hp / 22 kW boosts the top speed by about 6 km/h (4 mph) to 320 km/h (199 mph).
Another highlight: The sound volume of the modified exhaust system can be adjusted via remote.

The sporty concept of the edo Gallardo Superleggera is rounded off with 19" three-piece racing wheels with an artificially-aged cast center-section, hand-polished outer rims and 39 stainless steel screws.

The front wheels are shod in stock-sized or (on request) 245/35 ZR 19 rubber while 305/30 ZR 19 Dunlop Sport Maxx tires are used on the rear axle. With this solution edo competition enables its customers to reuse the factory tires on their new wheels.

edo competition treats the masculine stance of the Gallardo Superleggera to an additional testosterone injection by lowering the suspension by a good 15 mm and through the use of corner-weighting. With these upgrades, the Lambo sticks to the road so firmly and unflappably that it would take an earthquake to upset its poise.

Verdict from the July 2008 Autobild comparison test „Edo Gallardo / MTM R8":
„The edo Gallardo Superleggera is the more harmonic and better balanced car. Very quick, great to control and of the finest quality in all aspects"!


You can find more information about the extensive modification program on our website at www.edo-competition.de.

edo competition Motorsport GmbH, Zeche Westfalen 1, D-59229 Ahlen, +49 (0) 2382 940 520 www.edo-competition.de

Provisional 2009 F1 calendar released

While Kimi, Felipe, Robert and Lewis are fighting it out for the 2008 Formula One World Championship, the sport's regulatory body has released the provisional calendar for next season.

Much of the calendar mirrors this season and years passed, however next year's championship will include the new grand prix in Abu Dhabi (tacked on to the end of the season in November), bringing the total number of races up to 19. The French Grand Prix, whose future was in question until recently, is confirmed, but switches slots on the calendar with Great Britain. The United States GP, held in previous seasons at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, remains off the calendar for yet another season

Provisional 2009 Formula One calendar:

March 29, Australia
April 5, Malaysia
April 19, Bahrain
May 10, Spain
May 24, Monaco
June 7, Canada
June 21, Great Britain
June 28, France
July 12, Germany
July 26, Hungary
Aug. 9, Turkey
Aug. 23, Europe (Valencia)
Sept. 6, Italy
Sept. 13, Belgium
Sept. 27, Singapore
Oct. 11, Japan
Oct. 18, China
Nov. 1, Brazil
Nov. 15, Abu Dhabi

2009 Dodge Ram arriving with much more power

Sure, it's not a great time to debut an all-new full-size pickup truck with sales falling fast courtesy of $4/gallon gas, but unlike Ford, which has delayed the release of its redesigned '09 F-150, the all-new 2009 Ram is coming despite fuel prices and market conditions. Pickuptrucks.com reports that the new Dodge pickup will actually be offering more power underhood than originally thought. The 5.7L HEMI V8 option will see its horsepower increase from 345 to a whopping 390, while torque goes up from 375 pound-feet to 407. It was originally thought the '09 Ram would offer 380 hp and 404 pound-feet of torque, so here we have a case of underpromising and overdelivering. The improvements in power come courtesy of variable cam timing, an active intake system, higher compression ratio, improved airflow and a reworked Multiple Displacement System.

And what of speculation that there would be a Ram model capable of achieving 23 mpg highway? Not in the cards says Dodge, who told Pickuptrucks.com that the most fuel efficient model would be a regular cab 4x2 with the 3.7L V6 and 3.55:1 rear axle good for around 14 city/20 highway mpg. All Ram models, however, will receive some boost in fuel economy, and there's also a new light-duty Cummins turbodiesel and Ram 1500 Hybrid coming after 2009. The fastest Ram model will also be significantly quicker than originally thought, with an R/T regular cab 4x2 sporting a 4.10 rear axle capable of hitting 60 mph in the 5-second range. With a new coil-spring rear suspension that should provide a more compliant ride without sacrificing too much towing prowess, we think the Ram may give Dodge an opportunity to pick up some market share in the full-size pickup segment, though the bad timing will almost certainly translate into lower sales overall for the truck despite its improvements.

Slot MiniAuto #45

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA SLOT MINIAUTO 45 - JULIO La revista Slot MiniAuto del mes de Julio, presenta en su portada cuatro modelos muy especiales. No son coches realizados en grandes series pero si grandes reproducciones en resina. Destacado, el Jaguar MkII de Slot Classic, la última referencia de este fabricante español. También merecen un lugar predominante el Facel Vega HK500 de MMK y el Mercedes Benz 220 SE de Hobby Classic. Y Finalmente otra obra maestra, el Ferrari 330 P3 de Racer. Todos ellos, coches y fabricantes, permiten recuperar la memoria histórica del automovilismo con sus ediciones limitadas. Una explosiva entrevista con Alex Ruestes, organizador del Slot Meeting y Presidente de AECAS subirá la temperatura a este verano. En el interior, la prueba del Porsche 908 en escala 1:24 de Cursa Models, y una esperada comparativa sobre la eterna discusión: 45º o 90º. Además mostramos una preparación extrema del C4 WRC de Ninco. Adelantamos también en primicia las primeras fotos del Nissan 350Z de Power Slot. Por último, si quieres ser Piloto Oficial Scalextric en el 2009, no te pierdas esta próxima revista.


PRESS RELEASE SLOT MINIAUTO 45 – JULY Slot MiniAuto magazine of July, presented in his cover four very special models. There are cars made in large series, but there are great cars made in resin. Featured, the Slot Classic Jaguar MkII, the new reference to this Spanish manufacturer. They also deserve a prominent place in the Facel Vega HK500 MMK and the Hobby Classic Mercedes Benz 220 SE. And finally, another masterpiece, the new Racer Ferrari 330 P3. These cars and their manufacturers can retrieve historical memory of motorsports. In the interior, also the track test of the Porsche 908, in 1:24 scale, of Cursa Models, and the expected comparative on the eternal discussion: 45 or 90 degrees. Also find an extreme preparation of C4 WRC of Ninco. Also showed in exclusive preview, the pictures of the Power Slot Nissan 350Z.

COMUNICATO STAMPA SLOT MINIAUTO 45 – LUGLIO La rivista Slot MiniAuto del mese di luglio, ha presentato nella sua copertina quattro modelli molto speciale. Ci sono automobili realizzati in grandi serie, ma ci sono grandi automobili realizzati in resina. In primo piano la Jaguar MkII di Slot Classic, il nuovo riferimento del costruttore spagnolo. Essi hanno inoltre meritano un posto di rilievo la Facel Vega HK500 MMK e la Mercedes Benz 220 SE Hobby Classic. E, infine, un altro capolavoro, la nuova Ferrari 330 P3 di Racer. Tali auto e loro produttori ci permettono di recuperare la memoria storica dil mondo del automobil. Per l'allestimento interno, anche la prova di pista della Porsche 908 in scala 1:24 di Cursa Models, e la comparativa sulla eterna discussione: 45 o 90 gradi. Anche trovate una preparazione estrema della C4 WRC di Ninco. Esclusiva antepima con la prima foto della Nissan 350Z Power Slot.

COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE SLOT MINIAUTO 45 – JUILLET Le magazine Slot MiniAuto de Juillet, présente dans la page d'accueil, quatre modèles très spéciales. Il fait des voitures en grande série, mais aussi il hi ha de grandes voitures faites en résine. Repérage en premier lieu, le Jaguar MkII Slot Classic, la dernière référence à ce fabricant espagnol. Ils méritent aussi une place prédominante la Facel Vega HK500 MMK et la Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Hobby Classic. Et enfin un autre chef-d'œuvre, la nouvelle Racer Ferrari 330 P3. Chacun d'entre eux, pouvez récupérer la mémoire historique de la voiture de sport, avec ses éditions limitées. A l'intérieur, également l'essai de la Porsche 908, à l'échelle 1:24, Cursa Models, et un comparatif attendus sur l'éternel débat: 45 ou 90 degrés. Également trouver une préparation extrême de la C4 WRC de Ninco. En avant aussi les premières photos de la Nissan 350Z Power Slot.

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