2011 chrysler 300 srt8 photos

2011 chrysler 300 srt8

2011 chrysler 300 srt8

Reintroduced with great fanfare as a 2005 model (and overdue for a refresh), the venerable Chrysler 300 continues to roll in style as the marquee’s flagship. Available with a range of engines and in both rear-wheel and all-wheel drive, the domestically-available Chrysler 300′s best gas mileage results come with the 2.7-liter V6 engine producing highway ratings in the mid-twenties in rear-wheel-drive form. On the flip side of the coin, the thirsty Hemi-powered 300/SRT-8′s gas mileage earns it an official status of gas guzzler (complete with federal tax).A highly fuel-efficient version of the 300 is available in Europe, equipped with a Mercedes-Benz 3.0-liter turbodiesel V6 engine. While Jeep sells the Grand Cherokee CRD with the same engine here in the States, Chrysler has never sold a diesel-engined Chrysler 300 domestically. This is truly unfortunate, as the turbo-diesel 300 is capable of highway mileage in the mid-thirties, with an abundance of torque

2011 chrysler 300 srt8

2011 chrysler 300 srt8

2010 Saab Aero X Concept pics

2010 Saab Aero X Concept

2010 Saab Aero X Concept

All exterior and interior lighting is by LED (light-emitting diode), which has given the design team new freedom to exploit the compact packaging benefits of a technology that will be featured increasingly in future Saab products.

With weight-saving carbon fiber bodywork, a lightweight powertrain, electronically controlled suspension and all-wheel drive, the Saab Aero X is an exciting driver's car that promises a level of performance to match its looks. Computer simulations anticipate zero to 60mph/100 kph in just 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 155 mph/250 kph (limited).

Despite being so tightly driver-focused, the Aero X still offers surprising practicality, again, a quality you would expect to find in all Saab designs. That dramatically sculpted tail conceals a useful twin storage facility, with a conventional hatch opening and sliding drawer underneath.

"This study shows how the strength of the Saab brand heritage can inspire bold, innovative design," says Bryan Nesbitt, Executive Director, GM Design Europe. "As we move forward with new Saab products, we will remain focused on carefully cultivating this brand equity in the context of Scandinavian design values."

"This concept shows the exciting possibilities that are open to us as we evolve a more progressive design language for the brand," says Jan Åke Jonsson, Saab Automobile's Managing Director. "Our designers, engineers and marketers in Sweden are ideally placed to nurture and communicate the unique DNA of the Saab brand. Their work will ensure that future product proposals express core qualities, such as progressive design, sporty performance and emotional functionality, in a way that is specific to Saab."

The Saab Aero X is the latest in a series of concepts from Saab, each accentuating different brand qualities. These include the 'four-dimensional' 9X (IAA Frankfurt 2001), the 9-3X Cross-over Coupe (Detroit 2002) and the 9-3 Sport Hatch (IAA Frankfurt 2003).

2010 Saab Aero X Concept

2010 Saab Aero X Concept

2010 Saab Aero X Concept

2010 Lancia Stratos Concept wallpapers

2010 Lancia Stratos Concept

* Dimensions
o Length: 4181 mm
o Width: 1971 mm
o Height: 1240 mm
o Front track: 1668 mm
o Rear track: 1701 mm
o Wheelbase: 2400 mm
o Front overhang: 968 mm
o Rear overhang: 813 mm
* Weights
o Dry Weight: 1247 kg
o Weight distribution: 44% front 56% rear
* Chassis
o Aluminium profile: Scuderia chassis, 20 cm shortened
o Welded roll cage: FIA FE45 steel, 40 x 2,5 mm
* Body
o Full carbon fiber body and interior: Visible carbon (Re Fraschini)
* Aerodynamics
o Cw (at 140km/h): 0.357
o A: 2.07
o Cw x A: 0.738
* Engine
o Cylinders: 8
o Engine capacity: 4308 cm³
o Engine control unit: Bosch, update
o Exhaust: High-performance system with free-flow manifold and sports catalytic converter (Capristo)
o Maximum power: 540hp (397 kW) @ 8200 rpm
o Torque: > 500 Nm @ 3750 rpm
o Power-to-weight ratio: 2.3kg/hp
* Gearbox
o 6 speed sequential gearbox with mechanical variable differential (Drexler): Fast gear changes at less than 60 milliseconds
o Gear Ratio: 4.3 / 5.0
* Suspension
o Electronic suspension system CDC® (ZF Sachs)
o Spring front: Eibach, 120 N/mm
o Spring rear: Eibach, 180 N/mm
o Dampers: Hydraulic aluminum twintube shocks with electronic-controlled proportioning valves
o Front/Rear axle: Hub SKF with central fixing
* Wheels & Tyres
o Center-lock rims size front: 9J x 19" EH2 (Fondmetal)
o Center-lock rims size rear: 11J x 19" EH2 (Fondmetal)
o Offset front rim: ET 38
o Offset rear rim: ET 5
o Tyres front: 265 / 30 19" (Dunlop Sport Maxx)
o Tyres rear: 315 / 30 19" (Dunlop Sport Maxx)
* Brakes
o Carbon disk front: 398 mm x 36 mm (Brembo)
o Carbon disk rear: 350 mm x 34 mm (Brembo)
o Brake caliper front: 6 pot
o Brake caliper rear: 4 pot
o Pads: XAS 4499 (Brembo)
o Brake lines: Steel flex lines
* Accessories
o Head lights: Bi Xenon (Hella)
o Rear lights: LED-Ferrari 599
o Front wiper system: 1 blade
o Exterior mirrors: Electric switch and side indicator
o Window regulator: Lightweight regulator with anti-trap technology (Brose)
o Windshield and side windows: 3.76 mm and 4 mm thin window glass
* Safety
o 6-Point Harnesses, 3" Width (Willans)
* Steering system
o Electro-hydraulic power steering pump
o New carbon steering wheel with multicoloured LEDs
* Fuel System
o 2 outboard aluminium fuel tanks, capacity 90 litres
* Electrics
o 84 Ah Lithium Ion Battery in carbon housing, weight 4.2 kg
* Electronics modifications
o Engine control unit
o Window regulator (anti-trap)
o Electronic suspension system CDC® (ZF Sachs)
o Door locks and bonnets

2010 Lancia Stratos Concept

2010 Lancia Stratos Concept

2010 Lancia Stratos Concept

2010 Lancia Stratos Concept

2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe

2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe

With anticipation of enthusiasts around the world at fever pitch, BMW M GmbH unveiled the newest member of its intimate product family. For the first time, the coveted M badge has been granted to the popular BMW 1-Series in the form of the all-new BMW 1-Series M Coupe. The M badge was imparted after a two-year development process through which BMW M engineers and test drivers achieved the exceptional power delivery and the signature, near-perfect driving behavior of a BMW M car. The 2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe will be available in limited quantities and with a limited range of options at Authorized BMW Centers in Spring, 2011.

"Eigenwillig," a German word meaning "self-willed," "individual," and "determined to go its own way," has been the proper word to describe the most unique and memorable M cars of the past three decades. With the original 1988 BMW M3 as its inspiration, the 2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe combines the raw capabilities of a race car with the agility, versatility, and seating position of a compact BMW Coupe to create a pure Ultimate Driving Machine®. In doing so, the BMW 1-Series M Coupe continues the eigenwillig tradition of BMW M. With its latest two-door model, BMW M is illustrating its ability to build race car performance into a small car, capable of everyday use.

2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe

2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe

2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe

2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe