BMW i8

the BMW i8 supercar will cost from £99,845 when it goes on sale next year

The new BMW i8 is an all-new hybrid supercar with a plug-in electric motor as well as a 1.5-litre petrol engine. The main aim of the BMW i8 is to be a high-performance car that can still manage low emissions and high fuel economy.

Although the BMW i8 is technically a four-seater car, the back seats look very small and will likely only be suitable for very short journeys or very small passengers. It will rival the Porsche 911 and Audi R8, but is far removed from its smaller brother, the BMW i3 city car, which goes on sale tomorrow (16 November). Read on for everything you need to know about the BMW i8 plug-in supercar.
BMW i8 price and release date

The revolutionary BMW i8 hybrid supercar, which blends huge performance with extremely impressive economy, will cost from £99,845 when it goes on sale in the UK from July. Orders for the BMW i8 are currently being taken and 100 customers have already placed deposits.

A convertible version called the BMW i8 Spyder is also on the cards and is expected later in 2014.
BMW i8 2013 specs



An electric motor with 129bhp is used in the BMW i8 to power the front wheels, with a 228bhp 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine powering the rear wheels. That's not considered a lot for a supercar but the lightweight construction means that the i8 goes from 0-62mph in 4.4 seconds and can go on to a top speed of 155mph. However, the real talking point is that it manages to do this while also being capable of 113mpg and road-tax busting emissions of just 59g/km.

By way of comparison, The BMW M6 coupe (which costs roughly the same as the BMW i8) is only slightly quicker from 0-62mph, but will struggle to do more than around 28mpg thanks to its powerful and uneconomical V8 petrol engine.
BMW i8 dealers

The i8 will be sold alongside the BMW i3, via a new network of special i dealers. Currently just 46 of BMW's 153 showrooms will be authorised to sell and service the i8.

BMW UK managing director Tim Abbott said: “Our BMW i dealerships are located in the areas of the UK with the highest concentrations of population.”

The dealers are across the whole of the country, from BMW Park Lane in London to Westerly Exeter and Williams Liverpool. Showrooms in Aberdeen, Bristol and Jersey will also sell the i range.
Future BMW electric cars

The new BMW i brand is expected to expand into other types of car in the future, and will develop alongside the firm's traditional petrol and diesel-powered cars.

Ian Robertson, BMW Global head of sales and marketing, said: "I'm sure some of the technology from the i8 will wash back into our other cars." That means we could see a BMW i4 saloon car with hybrid or electric power, and even an electric version of the BMW X5 SUV.

Agera R

 The 2013 Agera R has all the features and functionalities of previous year models, but also features new and unique solutions to enhance performance and visual appearance even further.

Example of these enhancements are; Visible carbon area on the front bonnet and bumper, new  front side winglets, revolutionary Aircore carbon fiber wheels, the new Aero exhaust, the increased power and the raised rpm limit.

Koenigsegg was the first Hypercar manufacturer to take steps toward green technology with the release of the biofuel CCXR in 2007. The Agera R, based on the highly competitive Agera, follows in the footsteps of the CCXR as it also runs on E85 biofuel.

Among many differences to the standard Agera, the Agera R has an upgraded fuel and engine management system with enough flow capacity to generate 1140 hp and 1200 nm of torque on E85 and E100 biofuel. As there is less energy content per given volume in these biofuels compared to normal petrol, the fuel-system has to manage a flow that is similar to a 2000hp petrol engine, which means that the Agera R’s return-less fuel system has the highest capacity of any car presently in production.

As the Agera R is a flexfuel car, it can also be run on normal petrol. As 95 octane fuel has less octane than ethanol E85, the power is reduced to 960hp with 1100Nm of torque due to the boost pressure and ignition timing being altered to match the fuel characteristics.

In order to give the Agera R maximum flexibility when it comes to power delivery, Koenigsegg has implement the latest technology when it comes to turbo materials and design. This reduces the inertia of the turbine wheel and axle and therefore gives improved response.

Performance

    Power output: 1140 hp at 7100 rpm – redline @ 7500 rpm
    Torque: over 1000 Nm from 2700 to 7300 rpm
    Max torque: 1200 Nm at 4100 rpm
   Turbo: 1.4 bar boost pressure, 0.5 bar boost pressure @ 2300 rpm, Full turbo  spool up @ 2700 rpm
    Acceleration: 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) 2.9 seconds, 0-200 km/h 7,5 sec, 0-300 km/h 14,5 sec, 0-300-0 km/h 21.2 sec, 0-200-0 km/h 12.7 sec
    Braking distance: 30.5m (100-0 km/h)
    Lateral g-force: 1.6 g
    Fuel consumption: Highway travel: 12,5 l/100km, Combined: 14,7/100km
    Weight-to-power ratio: 1.19 kg/hp (dry weight)
    Weight distribution: 44% front, 56% rear
    Emission levels: Euro V and lev 2

Aerodynamics

    Cd. 0,33 to 0,37 with adaptable rear wings.
    Frontal Area: 1.873 m2
    Total Downforce at 250 km/h: 300 kg
    Flat underside of chassis. Venturi tunnels at rear of chassis/body.

Dimensions

    Total length: 4293 mm (169″)
    Total width: 1996 mm (78.6″)
    Total height: 1120 mm (44.1″)
    Ground clearance: Rear: 100 mm (3.94″) Front: 100 mm (3.94″)
    Wheelbase: 2662 mm.
    Front track: 1700 mm. Rear track: 1650 mm.
    Front overhang: 885mm Rear overhang: 752mm
    Fuel capacity: 80 litres
    Luggage compartment: 120 litres (31.7 US gallons)
    Dry weight: 1330 kg
    Curb weight 1435 kg (all fluids plus 50% fuel)
    Maximum laden weight: 1650 kg (full tank, two passengers, full luggage)

Chassis
 

Carbon fibre with aluminium honeycomb and integrated fuel tanks for optimal weight distribution and safety. Monocoque torsional rigidity: 65,000 Nm/degree. Weight including tanks: 70 kg. Front and rear suspension: Double wishbones, two-way adjustable Öhlins gas-hydraulic shock absorbers, pushrod operated. Triplex damper in the rear. Electronically adjustable ride height. Front: Cro-Mo subframe, with integrated crash members. Rear: Semi-stressed engine and gearbox with support struts, for needle bearings and o-ringed wishbone bushings optimal rigidity and no engine inertia movements. Fully machined aircraft aluminium uprights, with SKF Le Mans specification 150mm angle contact ball bearings. GKN hollow/gun-drilled driveshafts. Koenigsegg Z-style progressive and lightweight anti-roll bars front and rear.

Engine

 Koenigsegg aluminum 5.0L V8, 4 valves per cylinder, DOHC, , titanium connecting rods, Dry sump lubrication, with negative crank pressure functionality  Compression: 9.0:1 Bore: 91.7 mm Stroke: 95.25 mm Carbon fiber intake manifold with optimized intake tracts. Dual 70 mm electronic throttle bodies. Sequential, multipoint fuel injection with dual injectors per cylinder. 4 high power fuel pumps with returnless fuel system configuration Twin turbo, 1.4 bar boost pressure. Combined with Koenigsegg reduced back pressure exhaust system. Tig-welded ceramic coated inconel exhaust system manifold with merge collector. Weight: 197 kg.

Engine Management

    Koenigsegg Engine Control Module with full OBD II and Flexfuel capability
    High Power coil on plug ignition system.

Transmission

    Specially developed 7-speed dual clutch, 1 input shaft transmission with paddle-shift.
    Electronic differential

Steering

    Rack and pinion power assisted steering. 2.7 turns lock-to-lock.
    Turning circle: 11 metres. TRW electro-hydraulic power-assisted.

Brakes

    Front brakes: Ventilated ceramic discs Ø 397 mm, 40 mm wide.
    6-piston callipers. Power-assisted.
    Rear brakes: Ventilated ceramic discs Ø 380 mm, 34 mm wide.
    4-piston callipers. Power-assisted.

Traction Control

  F1-style for optimal performance with 5 different handling modes.Stability Control KES              (Koenigsegg Electronic Stability).
 
Wheels

    Koenigsegg Aircore Carbon fiber wheels with centre locking
    Front: 19″ x 9.5″
    Rear: 20″ x 12.5″

Tyres

    Dedicated Michelin Supersport
    Unidirectional with asymmetric thread pattern
    Front: 265/35 – 19″ (Y)
    Rear: 345/30 – 20″ (Y)
    Speed rating: 420+ km/h

Body

Two-door, two seater with removable hardtop stowable under the front hood lid. Body made from pre-impregnated carbon fibre/kevlar and lightweight sandwich reinforcements. Carbon vents over wheels.
Electrical System
 

Solid state digital semiconductors – no fuses or relays. Can bus operated and fully programmable functionality.
Equipment

Dual airbags, detachable storable hardtop with glass roof, power windows, adaptive rear wing, inconel exhaust system, front winglets, 4 point racing harnesses, rear view camera  adjustable pedals and steering column, Agera stitching, adjustable seats in rake and length, carbon ceramic brakes with Sport ABS, hydraulic lifting system, power steering, power brakes, extra 4 point seatbelts for track use. satnav, Intelligent LifePo4 battery, MP3 player, USB connection, climate control, digital warning and info system, G sensor, alarm, tyre monitoring system, silver key, leather carpets, roof storage bag, car cover.
Extra Equipment

Fitted luggage, special leather and colour requests, full visible carbon body, heated seats, ski box roof, skis, winter wheel package.

Ferari 599xx

While based on the 599 GTB Fiorano ,with the same transaxle layout and engine type, this prototype is an extreme track car. Ferrari's engineers have carried out extensive work on the engine's combustion chambers and inlet and exhaust tracts. These modifications, combined with the fact that internal attrition has been reduced and the maximum revs have been boosted to 9,000 rpm, helped achieve the target power output of 700 hp at 9,000 rpm. Particular attention was also paid to cutting the weight of the engine unit components. This was achieved both by optimising forms – as in the new crankshaft – and adopting exclusive materials, as in the carbon-fibre used for the intake plenums. A new gearbox shift strategy cuts overall gear-change times to 60 ms.

The 599XX is characterised by an innovative electronic concept called the 'High Performance Dynamic Concept', which has been designed to get maximum performance from the car by managing the combination of the car's mechanical limits with the potential of its electronic controls. The mechanical and electronic systems work together to get the maximum performance from the car under extreme high performance driving, for consistent lap times. The sporty handling has been improved thanks to the adoption of second generation SCM suspension system. Track usage is also made easier thanks to the new 'virtual car engineer', a screen in the car that provides a real-time indication of the vehicle's efficiency.

The 599XX's aerodynamics were honed in numerous Wind Tunnel test sessions with the result that the car now boasts 280 kg of down-force at 200 km/h (630 kg at 300 km/h). The front underside of the body is completely faired-in and the vents that channel hot air from the engine bay have been moved to the bonnet.

The 'Actiflow™' system increases down-force and/or cuts drag, depending on the car's trim cornering conditions, courtesy of the use of a porous material in the diffuser and two fans in the boot, which channel the air flow from under the car out through two grilles next to the tail lights. Winglets have been added to the rear buttresses to increase downf-orce, while synthetic jets have also been incorporated into the rear of the car to control and smooth the air flow and to reduce drag. Ferrari's engineers have also used F1-derived 'doughnuts', which partly cover the brake discs and wheel rim. These have the dual functions of improving aerodynamics and cooling the brakes.

In terms of the bodywork, composites and carbon-fibre have been widely used and the engineers drew on their experience in working with aluminium to reach the weight target. The development of increasingly high-performance materials has also benefited the carbon-ceramic braking system. The brake pads are now made from carbon-fibre, which means the callipers are smaller while guaranteeing the same efficiency. The new racing carbon-ceramic braking system also delivers shorter braking distances and is generally more efficient due to the weight saving.

The 599XX comes with slick tyres (29/67 R19 front and 31/71 R19 rear),  specifically developed to maximise stability in cornering and increase lateral acceleration. They are fitted to 19 x 11J wheel rims at the front and 19 x 12J at the rear.

BMW Pull Over Half a Million Cars in U.S.

Detroit - It's the battery cables, car manufacturers BMW have to do a recall of about 570,000 units of cars in the U.S. and Canada.

Quoted in USA Today, the withdrawal applies to the 3 Series sedan model year 2007 to 2011, Series 1 in 2008 to 2012, and the Z4 sports car output 2009 to 2011.

Battery cables and terminals fuse in the car can be damaged over time, and this led to power outages. If this happens the effect is obvious, causing the engine to die suddenly.

BMW said that because of this, there has been one minor accident in Canada, but did not result in injury.

As in other parts of the country, the BMW 3 Series is the most popular cars that dominate the luxury car sales in the U.S.. In the U.S. there are a total of 100,000 units of the 3 Series cars were sold last year

BMW Has 10 Models Most Recent

German manufacturer, BMW is preparing 10 new models, which will be launched until 2014.

As reported by autoevolution, BMW actually has 22 models for 2014. Of the 22 models, 10 variants including the latest models, which did not exist in previous generations.

As revealed by BMW Development Chief, Herbert Diess, it had officially will release one new variant of the BMW X4 in 2014.

"At the end of 2014, we will bring 22 new models, ten of them are models that have not been there in genarasi BMW," said Diess.

Furthermore Diess said BMW will also expand the list of front-wheel drive vehicle variant 1-Series GT. As for the model series 3, series 5, and 7 s series will still adopt a rear wheel drive system.

"In the future, the number of vehicles with front-wheel drive system will experience a significant increase," added Diess.

Meanwhile, related to the future of electric cars BMW i3, BMW revealed that Diess
still optimistic a pioneer in the development of electric cars globally.

New BMW X6

BMW is getting ready to introduce the newest design of BMW X6. The plan, the BMW X6 will start terbari thrown into the market in 2015 and will be introduced next year.

As quoted Worldcarfans, Tuesday (12/2/20130), X6 is a variant of the resounding success achieved sales worldwide. With a good sales numbers, the BMW X6 will be continuing with the next-gen in 2014.

The new X6 Display adopts the appearance of the BMW X5. But New X6 has a much larger dimension than its predecessor. With a lightweight steel body structure, the weight of this new X6 will also be more lightly.

"BMW wanted to give a more sporty models. Fact New X6 display that will be given is the most dashing of all series variants BMW line-up," said one high-ranking BMW.

New BMW X6 will be equipped with FlexRay systems. That is a system that allows the owners of this latest X6 upgrade to the latest electronic systems with ease.

In the sector of kitchen runway, BMW will reportedly armed with several engine options. Ranging from 3.0 liter turbocharged petrol engine, then a conventional engine twin turbo 4.4-liter V8, and a twin turbo diesel engine and a 3.0 liter triturbo.

New BMW X6 Comes also with hybrid technology. An electric engine combined with a 3.0 liter petrol engine plus turbocharged equipped with lithium-ion batteries.

Z4, BMW Sport Cars Toyota Sense

BMW some time ago announced its cooperation with Toyota. One of the points of cooperation is the manufacture of sports cars.

And the latest news mentions, BMW will use Toyota 86 sports car platforms for use in the latest model sports car Z4.

Quoted from Motor Trend, the latest generation of BMW Z4 will use a slightly modified rear-wheel drive platform owned by Toyota 86 and Subaru BRZ. 86 Recent Architecture will also be the basis for the manufacture of sports cars the latest Toyota Supra in 2017.

 

By using the platform of 86, the BMW Z4 in the future will have a hybrid motor with a power up to 400 horsepower.

BMW Z4 long enough unchanged. A sport that has lasted since 2009, so it's time for BMW to do a refresher on Z4 before introducing Toyota Supra.

BMW M8 created Against the Audi R8 and Ferrari 485

German car manufacturer BMW is developing a sports car that will compete with the Audi R8 juxtaposed and Ferrari 485.

As reported Inautonews, BMW M8 model is being prepared to play in the BMW-engined sports car segment besarl plan is starting to pave the latest variant in 2016.

The launch of M8 is coupled with BMW's 100-year celebration. BMW M8 is designed using carbon fiber body, aluminum and other lightweight materials. The use of lightweight body is dipiloih improve performance and maneuverability for this M8. The same basis as Supercar BMW i8 plug-in hybrid.

This latest variant will also be equipped with the same engine with the i8. Sponsorship twin turbo V8 engine that can produce an output of approximately 600 BHP. With such power may berakselarasi car from 0 to 100 km / h in just 3.0 seconds. The maximum speed that can be achieved 321 km / h.

The BMW has not provided more detailed information about this new variant. Further details will be announced closer BMW M8's debut release.

Jaguar Reveals Models

The new Jaguar XF saloon, XK sports coupé and flagship Jaguar XJ all make their debut at the New York Auto Show 2011. Substantial changes and improvements across the range bring performance, refinement and economy to new levels, while fresh design enhancements strengthen the contemporary appeal of Jaguar’s latest line-up.

The 2012 model year XK builds on the car’s award-winning reputation as a high-performance sporting GT. A new range-topping variant, the XKR-S, creates a new performance flagship for Jaguar by becoming its most powerful production car ever, capable of 186mph and 0-60mph in 4.2 seconds.

Purposeful cosmetic alterations to the front and rear are made to the entire XK range, bringing its visual appeal right up to date, while further personalisation options are available to both the car’s performance and styling through a series of special order upgrade packages. New interior options will allow the discerning driver to emphasise either the luxury or performance aspects of the XK’s nature.

The XF, which has won more than 80 awards around the world for both its performance and styling, now receives bold new front and rear revisions to its appearance that bring it in line with the flagship XJ. The supercharged XFR features further uniquely dramatic design enhancements that signal the performance available in this potent range-topper.

Major technical advances include an all-new, state-of-the-art 2.2-litre four-cylinder turbodiesel engine in the XF, which comes with a fuel and emissions-saving Intelligent Stop/Start system for the first time in a Jaguar. This market specific version of the XF will be the most fuel-efficient vehicle in the Jaguar line-up – achieving 52.3mpg* combined and 149g/km CO2 – while retaining the performance and refinement that make it stand out as a true Jaguar sports saloon.

For the flagship Jaguar XJ luxury saloon, a suite of enhancements to the interior and options list includes a new Rear Seat Comfort package, which incorporates electric recline, lumbar adjustment and massage functions to reinforce the ultimate executive limousine experience.

These three cars are the result of a design and technology revolution at Jaguar, led by award-winning Design Director Ian Callum, the architect of the company’s future success:

“The world has been introduced to an entirely new generation of Jaguars in the past few years. With the new product range, today’s Jaguar is at full-strength for the first time. The 2012 XK, XF and XJ are design-led products that break new boundaries.

Ascari Cars Changing Ownership

Dutch car manufacturer Ascari Cars is for sale and Dutch businessman Klaas Zwart has revealed that they already found a new buyer. Zwart did not reveal the interested buyer due to business reasons, but according to information via Autovisie it could be a Chinese car brand. The sale concerns the intellectual property of the car company, but not the facilities.

Ascari cars was founded by Zwart in 1996. A total of fifteen Ascari’s were produced in the sixteen year history of the brand. Out of those fifteen cars, two crashed, and one was sold to a Sheik in the Middle East. The other cars are owned by Klaas Zwart himself.

The name Ascari refers to Alberto Ascari, Formula one World Champion in 1952 and 1953 but was also translated as Anglo Scottish CAR Industry. In 2006 the Ascari KZ1-R was built to compete in GT championships around the world with ultimately scooping the British GT Championship in 2009.

Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Black Series

The latest package by world-renowned tuner Velos Designwerks has just been released with the company’s latest addition involving a custom bodykit and performance package for the already extreme 2013 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Black Series.

On its own, the C63 AMG Black Series has already been heralded as one of the most extreme cars on the planet, and this new kit turns that already insane wick to a completely new level. Under the hood, the kit incorporates a Velos Designwerks Performance Software kit and Velos Designwerks Custom X Pipe.

Furthermore, this particular Black Series features the company’s Black Out treatment, as well as a selection of other cosmetic changes such as the red 6.3 logos just behind the front wheel arches. To complete the look, the Black rolls on a set of Velos Designwerks Solo VII forged wheels measuring 20×10 at the front and 20×11 at the rear.

These wheels are then finished in a shade of flat black and contrast perfectly with the bright-red brake calipers.