2012 Audi RS5

2012 Audi RS5

Audi RS5 is headed to the U.S. market, that much we already know, but in order to prepare him for his trip, Audi decided to give him a little training. 2012 Audi RS5 will be headed by our side of the pond with a few changes of external and updated interior, but the authorities still be with a V8 engine sporting coupe.

A facelift is not so surprising, given the slow Brothers is RS5 - Audi A5 - got its own little modifications for the 2012 model year.

Updated RS5 has several new, sharp focus, so clean it looks, although at first glance, these changes may not be so obvious. Two that stand out most are single-frame grille new beveled upper corners and the standard xenon headlights with more modern forms, plus framed by narrow strips of LED daytime running lights. Inside the RS5, Audi has fallen in a race-style front seats.

Bells and whistles of outdoor and indoor cover almost negligible facelift under RS5. In terms of power, the sports coupe will be enjoying the fruits of labor standard 4.2 liter V8 engine, delivering a total of 450 hp at 8,250 rpm and maximum torque of 317.15 Nm available between 4,000 and 6,000 rpm. Acceleration from 0 to 60 miles / hour is 4.6 seconds, top speed can be increased up to 174 miles / hour, at their request.

Exterior

With only 1-2 years under his belt, Audi RS5 has been a few years away from getting any kind of training. That being said, Audi plans to send it to the states along with the new Audi TT-RS, pushed the fast forward button. For the new model year, RS5 is 23 millimeters (0.91 inches) and more than six millimeters (0.24 inches) wider than the coupe A5, and six millimeters (0.24 inches) below. He got a new single-frame grille with chamfered upper corners showing glossy anthracite gray and cellular structure looks like brushed aluminum frame. Allocation of new grill standard xenon headlights plus that now framed with narrow strips of LED daytime running lights. These changes lead to a revised hood and a new, sharper edges, and flared front fenders aluminum.

Audi RS5 hand side skirts fitted sports hats and chiseled decorative overlays and side mirrors are body brushed aluminum look finish. In the back of renewed RS5 is a double exhaust system with two oval tailpipes, new LED lights, large diffuser and rear spoiler that automatically extends to 74.56 miles / hr Topping the look of the new RS5 been recently developed 19-inch forged aluminum wheels with tires 265/35-series as standard. Customers may also upgrade to a 20-inch wheels with tires 275/30-series as an option.

Audi RS5 will be offered in eight exterior colors, combined with various inserts of aluminum - inspiration from models like the Audi Quattro.

Interior

Inside the Audi RS5 is all about combining sportiness with luxury items, so that the standard Audi, power adjustable sports seats with integrated headrests are still available, wrapped in either black leather or Alcantara. As an option Audi also offers upholstery in Fine Nappa leather in a choice of black or silver with the moon rock and gray piping. For those who crave even more sporty or just comfort, there are new bucket seats with folding backs and comfortable, climate-controlled seats with ventilation function. The rest of the interior shines in black and can be further illuminated by a narrow chrome buckles for switches and controls, a delicacy made of carbon fiber, and an array of tabs in the choice of the carbon brush or etching of aluminum, high-gloss finish pianos, or light-colored stainless steel wire mesh.

Other possibilities for the interior 2012 Audi RS5 is a new multi-function leather sport steering wheel, redesigned the ignition key and gearshift knob, optional MMI navigation system with aluminum trim look, and aluminum inserts in the bracket thresholds. Mandatory signs RS5 also thrown in to distinguish this car from any other.

As an option, Audi offers a package of carbon design and the different packages for the body style in black or brushed aluminum. Other options include adaptive cruise control, Audi Side Assist, Adaptive lights, MMI navigation plus, Bluetooth phone car online and the system Bang & Olufsen sound.

Engine

New Audi RS5 will continue to use the old 4.2 FSI V8 engine installation, but it's still good for 450 hp at 8,250 rpm and maximum torque of 317.15 Nm available between 4,000 and 6,000 rpm. This engine has a specific power of 108.1 hp per liter of displacement and is paired with a standard electronic seven-speed S, which can be controlled with the selector lever or with paddles on the steering wheel.

Audi also offers the choice of drive dynamics of the system as a standard for the RS5, which allows the driver to choose between three modes: Comfort, Auto and Dynamic. If the vehicle is equipped with a navigation system Audi MMI, then there is a fourth mode - personal - that can be configured with the driver. Audi Drive Select can modulate the sound of the exhaust system, double-clutching when downshifting in the dynamic mode. Then there is a comprehensive program of launch control, which provides rapid control begins with the involvement of adhesion at the secondary level speeds.

With these features work together under the hood, the new RS5 can run from 0 to 60 miles / h in 4.6 seconds and an electronically limited top speed of 155.34. Add a little more money, and customers can choose what is to increase the maximum speed of up to 173.98 miles / h.

For some, fuel economy, just as important as the power in these days of so-called Audi this niche with a combination of technologies from the modular platform Audi efficiency, including the restoration of the system, which allows the engine to consume significantly less fuel on average than its direct competitors.

Prices

Prices of new Audi RS5 will be announced later, but the European prices for Audi RS5 2011 will start from € 77,700 (about $ 106 thousand for current rates). We do not expect prices in the U.S. that extravagant, but it can reach up to about $ 75,000.

2012 Audi R8

The Audi R8 is a mid-engine, 2-seater sports car, which uses Audi's trademark quattro permanent all-wheel drive system. It was introduced by the German automaker Audi AG in 2006.

The car was exclusively designed, developed, and manufactured by Audi AG's high performance private subsidiary company, quattro GmbH, and is based on the Lamborghini Gallardo platform. The fundamental construction of the R8 is based on the Audi Space Frame, and uses an aluminium monocoque which is built around space frame principles. The car is built by quattro GmbH in a newly renovated factory at Audi's 'aluminium site' at Neckarsulm in Germany.
In 2005, Audi announced that the name of the successful Audi R8 race car would be used for a new road car in 2007, the Audi R8, based on the Audi Le Mans quattro concept car, appearing at the 2003 International Geneva Motor Show, and 2003 Frankfurt International Motor Show. The R8 road car was officially launched at the Paris Auto Show on 30 September 2006. There was some confusion with the name, which the car shares with the 24 Hours of Le Mans winning R8 Le Mans Prototype (LMP). 6-time 24 Hours of Le Mans winner Jacky Ickx described the R8 as "the best handling road car today". The Audi R8 is used as a safety car in Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters and British Superbike Championship racing series.

The R8 is due to be replaced with a brand new model in calendar year 2014. The highest output version of Audi's new 4.0 liter V8 twin-turbocharged engine is expected to power the new car. This engine is scheduled to be previewed as a detuned version in the 2012 Audi S8- with 518 hp (386 kW) on tap. In the R8 application it is expected to produce about 600 hp. Combined with an approximate 200 lb (91 kg) weight loss, the new R8 is expected to compete well with the new Porsche 991 twin turbo model and will likely perform significantly better than the current R8 GT with a 0-60 mph time in 3.2 seconds and a quarter mile in less than 11 seconds. A dual clutch automated gearbox will be offered for the first time.

Audi R8 was first launched in 2007 and, although he was successful throughout his many years on the market, Audi is preparing for its major transformation for the 2012 model year (2013 for the U.S. market). The first part of the future model suggests that the car will receive an updated exterior and interior, and more powerful engines - both V8 and V10 options. The new Audi R8, as expected, in the summer of 2012.

For the exterior, R8 will receive only minor adjustments to the new design of the headlights and the LED changes millimeter spacing. The biggest changes will be found under the hood. 5.2 liter V10 engine will be tuned to deliver 533 horsepower, up from 518 hp today, and will be combined with a new seven-speed dual-clutch S-Tronic gearbox.

As for the V8, it will be upgraded to have the same characteristics found in the S5. This means that a total of 444 horsepower, compared to 424 today HP. The company also confirmed to be updated GT and GT Spyder version.

2011 Audi R8 V10

At any time you have a Audi R8 V10, then you already have a car that, as an introduction and powerful as any sports car on the street. But once you add the Akrapovic exhaust installation, then, well, all bets are off.

Slovenian firm tuning specialists in science and exhaust systems, has released a new package, which not only gives the R8 V10 new exhaust setup, but a corresponding increase in power to go with it. New Titanium Slip-On exhaust system comes with a carbon tube tail with an additional wireless kit to allow the driver to control the sound or exhaust street or track use. Exhaust not only reduces the overall weight of the R8 by 16 kg (35 pounds), but also strikes out to a 5.2-liter V10 engine from the standard car's 525 horsepower and 391 lb / ft of torque to 536 horsepower at 6,800 rpm and 403 lb / ft of torque at 5000 rpm.

The result may be not much, considering the number of packets existing settings for R8 V10, but anytime a car that already has 525 ponies under its hood to get added output, it is still something is going to attract its share of customers.

2011 Audi R8 V10

2011 Audi R8 V10

2013 Porsche 911 Turbo

2013 Porsche 911 Turbo

The new generation Porsche 911 (991) is scheduled to grace us with his presence at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September this year in his Carrera and Carrera Cabrio bodystyles. We saw a lot of spy photos showing the details of each of these options, but new spy shots revealed higher performance version - the 911 Turbo - which should be making its world debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show in March.

For the new generation 911 Turbo, Porsche is the promotion of things with the appearance of a sporty, coupe-like proportions, and reduced overhangs. Large air intakes are located on the flanks of the 911 Turbo will be cool air to rush into a 3.8-liter flat six engine pumping out 550 HP. This engine will be coupled with the latest technologies Porsche, including the regeneration of the braking system and stop the launch of which will reduce fuel consumption by about 12%. The engine will be offered with an improved manual transmission as standard or optional Porsche-Doppelkupplung (PDK) transmission. PDK will have to not less than seven forward gears, which combines comfort converter automatic transmission with the dynamic gearshift of a sequential racing gearbox.

The new generation Porsche 911 Turbo will be available later in 2012.

2013 Porsche 911

Porsche 911 Turbo

2013 Porsche 911 Turbo

2013 Porsche 911 Turbo

2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

Leaving the others in the Chicago Auto Show debuts a brand-spanking dust new Camaro ZL1 - the most powerful Camaro ever. This beautiful beast is powered by a supercharged 6.2L LSA V-8 engine that produces about 550 hp and 550 Nm of torque, which is just enough to get our hearts racing and our fingers are twitching to grab the wheel.

"Camaro ZL1 is about high-tech performance and design, and the type of vehicle, no one has ever brought to this segment before," said Rick Scheidt, vice president of marketing for Chevrolet. "This is the most technically advanced AO Camaro ever, so that we, Äôve chose the name of the most elite and exclusive Camaro in history."

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 would be different a new front fascia, hood with air extractors, as well as the signature of the section is built of carbon fiber rendered in a satin black finish. Completion of opinion set a 20-inch wheels and exhaust tips with ZL1 badge on the grille, hood, and brake calipers.

UPDATE 06/13/2011: It is, AOS had a few months after the Camaro ZL1, AO official debut Camaro5 and now offers new details about the most powerful Camaro ever. Apparently, ZL1 will not be shared only with automatic transmission and traction control efficiency of the ZR1. In addition to this tidbit, it seems that the alleged "550 hp" is also incorrect, as Al Oppenheiser confirmed that the yield will be higher than 550 of the CTS-V. Production will begin in the first quarter of 2012.

UPDATE 07/12/2011: When Chevrolet introduced the Camaro ZL1 they did not mention anything about the engine, AO output. At the same time they opened the door to all kinds of speculation. It is a fact that the LSA 6.2L ZL1 get a supercharged V-8 engine with an output for this engine is still up for debate. The yield was originally rumored to have 550 hp, but the most recent speculation suggests that we will see a total of 570 HP. It will be a place between the current Camaro ZL1 SS (426 hp) and the Corvette ZR1 (638 hp).

Exterior

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Exterior

The new and most powerful Camaro will get a new panel design and an aluminum hood with a raised, carbon fiber inserts, front splitter and a new vertical fog lights with air intakes designed to cool the brakes. Hood function of the front of the air cleaners are made in the central part of black satin carbon fiber. Lights Xenon HID model will be to provide plenty of light from the front. Distinctive rear, as well as providing more downforce is more spoiler and diffuser. Newly developed 20-inch forged aluminum wheels help complete the aggressive look of the ZL1.

Interior

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Interior

In the interior, ZL1 will be available only in black with black leather sport seats with inserts made of microfiber suede. ZL1 logos adorn the front headrests and microfiber suede cover the instrument panel. Other interior features include a new design of the steering wheel, alloy pedals, Head-Up Display with a unique testimony of performance, and "four-pack" of the auxiliary system showing the increase in caliber reading. Heads-Up Display will be available to show the unique testimony of the performance right on the windshield allows the driver to focus on the rapidly approaching horizon ahead.

Camaro ZL1 will come standard with a six-way power driver and passenger seats, unique instrument panel, door panel inserts, and ZL1-logo sill plates. New technologies can be seen in audio steering wheel Thanks to the Bluetooth, wireless PDIM and USB-port, premium Boston Acoustics audio system, rear parking sensors and rear camera system (displayed in the rearview mirror). 1969 introduced the world to a minimalist car muscle name ZL1 - 2012 will see the revival of that nickname with a higher power and an interior packed with more than technology, BMW.

Engine

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Engine

Chevrolet has decided to use its most powerful engine ever in a Camaro: a LSA 6.2L supercharged V-8 engine that produces an estimated 550 HP and 550 lb.-ft. of torque. The engine is mated to a Tremec TR6060 six-speed manual transmission that uses a 240-mm dual-mass flywheel matched with a 240-mm twin-disc clutch system to provide excellent shift smoothness. In order to harness all this power the new ZR1 will also have Magnetic Ride Control offering two settings depending on how quickly you want to get to work that day. Brembo brakes will be used on all four wheels with six piston calipers out front and four piston units at the back. Complete performance figures are not yet available, but we are sure this will be more than just a contender in its class.

Prices

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Prices

The new Camaro ZL1 go on sale in early 2012. Pricing will be announced later, but we think that it will cost somewhere around competition, and about $ 15 thousand more than the model SS. If we are right and this is included in the price of $ 50,000 the region than it will not be cheap thrills, as the Challenger SRT8, but it can set new performance records for Chevrolet and industry.

Competition

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Competition

Any muscle car fanatic will tell us that the most important thing for any competitor to his Camaro Ford Mustang counterpart. Camaro ZL1 specifically has views of the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500. GT500 is equipped with a 5.4-liter supercharged V8 that produces 550 hp and 510 lb-ft of torque, which provides only a Camaro with a small advantage from jump. On the numbers are so similar, we can only imagine that the ball is now in the court of Ford to come up with a new model of Chevrolet to blow out of the water. It was a long time Chevrolet was the answer to the mighty GT500 and we look forward to ongoing wars car muscle.

Porsche wants another sportscar between the 911 GT2 RS and 918 Spyder

Porsche

Cooking is something not in the headquarters of Porsche, and knowing that these guys, this can only mean one thing: a new car.

Gul is going on around Stuttgart is that Porsche is considering the introduction of a new supercar, which will be between 911 and 918 GT2 RS Spyder. The meaning of this idea is that the company wants a car that can bridge the gap between the price of 911 GT2 RS, which sold for $ 338,500, and 918 Spyder, which will be sold for $ 1.1 million.

2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS

2011 Porsche 911 GT2

In an interview with Bloomberg, Porsche sales boss, Bernhard Mayer, said the company is considering the idea of ​​introducing a new Porsche supercar. "We are currently considering what options may be derived from this gap in the range," said Meyer.

"Between the top 911 and 918 Spyder, not a price range that we have not served, but where other vendors are selling a product."

2011 Porsche 911

Porsche 918 Spyder

Similarly, we know that Porsche is a hit, the new 911 GT2 RS is equipped with a 3.6 liter six-cylinder boxer engine, which increased by two turbochargers, produces 620 hp from 0 to 62 miles / h time in just 3.5 seconds, top speed 205 miles / hour, and an impressive range of Nurburgring, seven minutes and 18 seconds. Meanwhile, the 918 Spyder is equipped with engine V8, which produces over 500 horsepower and three electric motors with a total output of 218 horsepower. Rooms translate to 0-60 miles / hour while just 3.2 seconds and top speed of 198 miles / h and the Nurburgring lap under 7:30.

2010 Porsche 918 Spyder

2010 Porsche 918 Spyder

Porsche 918 Spyder

Camaro Superfest 2011 brings a surprising color palette for the ZL1

Camaro Superfest

Camaro Superfest Engine

Camaro Superfest

Camaro Superfest

Camaro Superfest is the longest running event in all the Camaro in the U.S.. A couple of weekends ago, it happened in Riverside Park, Ypsilanti, Michigan, offering visitors the opportunity to see first and second non-red Camaro ZL1: one white and one yellow (Bumblebee Transformers star of recent film). ZL1 White is also the first model, featire automatic transmission (commonly ZL1 offered with six-speed Tremec TR6060 manual transmission).

Camaro ZL1 is powered by a supercharged 6.2L LSA V-8 engine that produces about 550 hp and 550 Nm of torque. The model will be different the new front fascia, hood with air extractors, as well as the signature of the section is built of carbon fiber rendered in a satin black finish.

This year, the Camaro Superfest hit its 20th anniversary and was held from July 1 to July 3, 2011. This event, where participants have to manage Camaro, regardless of the year.

Hyundai working on Corvette Z06 rival

Hyundai/Corvette Z06

The automotive industry has been sprinkled with the number of supercars rather unexpected countries in recent months. Samples from Sweden, Denmark, Spain, Poland and even clap, to give the major manufacturers of supercars a run for its money. Now, this is a rumor that we may be adding to the mix Hyundai as well. South Korean automaker is rumored to work on a new supercar, which would take the model as a Corvette Z06, Nissan GT-R and Porsche 911.

If produced, the new model can be sporty coupe based on the new all-aluminum company Tao 5.0-liter engine V8. The choice for transmission is still in the air, but because of the excessive weight of the car would be rear-wheel-drive model. Since it is placed above the Genesis R-Spec Coupe, expect that the new supercar to deliver more than 429 hp and 376 lb-ft of torque.

Hyundai, the new supercar will deliver the same options as a luxury sedan as Equus, including manual IPad owners and pick-ups and services, when the car needs service.

Of course, all this is only speculation at this time. Asked about the future supercar, Hyundai CEO John Krafcik said that there is a supercar in the works. In fact, he said, "No, no," and called the rumors "obscene nonsense." Anyone remember how many cars were born from a direct denial?