2012 Ford Mustang Boss

2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca

(From Ford’s press release) Laguna Seca Takes PACKAGE NEW 2012 Ford Mustang BOSS 302-READY TO TRACK Condition

• Laguna Seca package pares the race-inspired 2012 Mustang Boss 302 down to its essential elements, with aggressive suspension, chassis and aerodynamic tuning creating a ready-for-racing Boss

• Ford Mustang team members developed the package to Provide weekend track racers with a factory car That Could be driven to the course, take the win, then driven back home again

• R-compound tires, rear seat delete, aggressive front splitter for track use, and rear spoiler and rear cross-car bracing shave seconds off the track times and boost the lateral acceleration to 1:03 g

Monterey, Calif.., Aug. 13, 2010 – How do you amp up a performance car package as complete as the new 2012 Mustang Boss 302 – already a street-legal race car in its own right? Pull out everything That does not make it go faster and add in more of what does. The result is the limited-production package Laguna Seca – the ultimate Boss 2012, named to commemorate the first-place finish at the Boss 302 1970 Trans-Am series opener.

“The Laguna Seca package puts a race-ready version of the new Mustang Boss 302 directly into enthusiasts’ hands,” said Mark Fields, Ford president of The Americas. “Laguna Seca Is not intended for Boss WHO buyers simply an exhilarating Want daily driver. Think of it like a factory-built race car, the which We hope avid racers and track-day fans are going to love. “

“WHO Drivers know-how to get the most from a tuned race car on a closed course are going to be AMAZED by what the Laguna Seca is capable of,” said Derrick Kuzak, group vice president, Global Product Development. “The balance, agility and tuning of EACH vehicle, the system places the driver at the center of the machine, completely connected to everything the car is doing.”

Chassis enhancements

“When We built the Boss, We Had to step back and ask ourselves ‘How do We improv on this?’” Said David Pericak, Ford Mustang chief engineer. “That car is so strong We realized the Laguna Seca package was going to have to be just a fraction of a step back from the Ford Racing 302R to top it. So We Went back and threw daily-driver practicality out the window, Some Things We couldn’t-cut-cut on the volume model, like the back seat, and built it The Way We Would set up a production Boss for pure competition. “

“The Laguna Seca front splitter is really a Ford Racing piece we’ve lightly adapted for our purposes,” explains Pericak. “It’s been tested and refined for the last six months on the Boss 302R to perform exactly as required on the track; We just made A Few changes so it Could Be adapted to the production Boss – though owners will from still Want To Avoid speed bumps and parking blocks. “

“Balance is the key on Boss, and even more so on Laguna Seca,” said Pericak. “A winning race car has to do everything well, and we’ve Had the ability to test all the engineering Boss That Went Into Laguna Seca on the Ford Racing 302R. It’s not for everyone: It’s stiffer, there’s no back seat, and the aero package is Designed for downforce, not speed bumps in the mall parking lots. But for hard-core Mustang racers WHO cans They Want something occasionally drive on the street, to shows or whatever, Laguna Seca is the car they’ve been waiting for, and they’re not going to be disappointed. “

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BLUE LED GHOST Rider Lexus LF-Gh

2011 Lexus LF-Gh Hybrid Concept b-roll

Lexus LF-Gh Explores Hybrid Concept Design Features That Will Migrate to Lexus Future Vehicles

• LF-Gh concept to make world debut at the 2011 New York International Auto Show

• Advance understanding of the concept of premium Stylish and assertive grand touring sedan

• The concept of exploring the future direction of the Lexus with an aggressive front grille and bold spindle-shaped

“For this concept, Lexus designers learn the characteristics that are often considered to be contradictory and difficult to run together,” said Kengo Matsumoto, general manager, Design Division, Lexus, Toyota Motor Corporation. “Charming design of the LF-Gh concept examines the possibility of balancing what is usually opposed to quality, such as style and functionality.”

Lexus Division Design designers aimed to perfectly blend style, performance, efficiency, and environmental compatibility in a premium, grand touring sedan while Trying to leverage the advanced, new technologies.

The team is exploring how a future sedan grand tour would look standing still and on the road, and what design approach may work to deliver an extraordinary combination of attributes. They come with a design that brings together hardware and software; elements and energetic and calming.

Dramatic and Bold, Yet Light and Agile

The concept brings together the latest Lexus a unique dynamic proportions that provide loans to advanced and aggressive attitude. LF-Gh based on architecture that allows cars vibrant, energetic and elegant with great presence firmly.

Viewed from the front, design elements contributing to the securities firm, including spindle-shaped grille that expresses the courage to face expressly designed Lexus, contributing to the function of the radiator and brake lines, and is an important element in achieving a very good aerodynamic performance. Each line in the LF-Gh combines form and function.

For example, air flows through the front vertical holes adjacent to the unique LED fog lamps, and exit through the same outlets that follow the curve of slim rear tail lights from the rear quarter panel. This concept also explores minimize traditional features such as side mirrors and door handles to enhance and improve the aerodynamic sleekness.

Spindle-shaped grille, strong design elements that contribute to govern the presence of LF-Gh, also plays a role in controlling air flow and improve stability. These are the main features a distinctive style that integrates with engineering function without the sacrifice of good discipline, and will be inherited by future Lexus models.

Athletic and strong attitude is achieved through contrast torso and long tapered cabin, with front-increasing width and rear wheel arches. Shape your lower body starting from the short front overhang, and cut a cross in the middle of the rocker panel left rear overhangs look light and agile.

Dynamic front fender work to create a sense of movement, leading to the ground to deliver the center, crouched low gravity. Kap lift implies ready and strong performance potential. Rear deck has a central, powerful lift the deck lid that allows air to flow backwards smoothly glide gracefully into the rear fender. Very sculptural dynamic radius from the center of twin 20-inch wheels enhance a sense of instinctive driving appeal.

Lexus designers take advantage of increased width which provides a broad canvas for a different tail lights, wrap-around LED. The use of a distinctive tail lamps and reflectors designed complex behind the all-red lenses contribute a strong visual presence. Wise use of slim chrome trim elements on the bumper diffuser and integrated exhaust adds a touch of refined premium.

LED lamps are unique and independent L-shaped LED daytime running lights make sure that Lexus will face like no other car on the road.

A Gracious Interior

Behind dark tinted glass, hints of an all-new, future Lexus interior of cans be perceived. The cabin of the LF-Gh is the product of a meticulous re-examination of every detail, with the AIM of making an interior That is driver-oriented.

The driver’s zone includes a meter panel with excellent visibility and a console with intuitive operability. An all-new analog clock with a three-dimensional face, a contemporary and exclusive timepiece Suitable to a premium luxury brand, is a focal point of the interior and represents a shift in Lexus’ design philosophy.

Use of genuine, high-quality materials and rich, finely honed details help create a driver and passenger space consistent with the idea of ??a full-fledged grand touring sedan. It is an interior Designed to respond to the needs of customers WHO know true quality, and are particular about details.

Hybrid Propulsion

Lexus Hybrid Drive Blue LED badges located on the front grille and rear trunk lid signal an intention to Provide equal measures of fuel efficiency and performance on demand. The rear valance blends sculpted exhaust tips for a very clean, finished look, minimizing the presence of the exhaust system to suggest That the flow of exhaust gases will from be substantially reduced. Taken as a whole, the treatment of this hybrid concept emphasizes That is Designed to comply with the exceptionally low emissions requirements of the future.

The LF-Gh That engineering design supports current changes notions of power, efficiency, safety, and environmental consideration in a premium luxury car.

“Although only a concept, We hope the LF-Gh earnest resonate with our customers worldwide, and Communicate our intention to once again advance ideas about the face of Lexus luxury in the years to come,” Matsumoto said.

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Oscar Etios

Toyota Kriloskar Motors has announced that it will delay the launched of its Etios hatchback, the Etios Liva. Toyota had earlier planned to launch the Liva by April this year, but according the manufacturer it now will be unveiled only in June 2011.

Toyota claims that the Etios saloon is now facing a waiting period of as long as six to eight months and the backlog is increasing. The Etios saloon is being manufactured at 2,500 units per month which Toyota plans to double up to 5,000 units by adding a second shift to cope with the demand. Toyota will lauch the Etios Liva once the backlog of Etios Saloon is cleared.
The Etios Liva will be powered by a 1.2 litre engine developing around 80bhp. The bantam weight 890kg hatchback promises strong performance without compromising fuel efficiency. Interior space is similar to the Etios saloon and hence the Liva promises to be the most spacious hatchback in its class.

Toyota plans to introduce a 1.4 diesel engine at a later stage for both the Etios saloon and Liva. This diesel will be similar to the one in the Corolla diesel but is unlikely to get the same variable geometry turbo (VGT). Instead a fixed geometry turbo developing around 70bhp is likely to be used as this will offer better fuel consumption and cost less than the VGT.

There is also talk of introducing the saloon’s 1.5-litre 88.7bhp petrol motor in the Liva at a later stage to spice up the Liva’s rather tame personality.

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Mitsubishi Eclipse Reload

 

2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse

The Mitsubishi Eclipse coupe and Eclipse Spyder have long been tailor-made for the true driving enthusiast

From its early days as a sleekly-styled, 4-cylinder turbocharged boy-racer models, right up through to its current design as a sophisticated yet distinctive-looking two-door with available V-6 power.

Out of 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse coupe and Eclipse Spyder will be available in a unique SE Special Edition which will feature eye-catching exterior features include special decaling the “SE”, black side mirrors and a handsome 18-in. dark finish alloy wheels, along with a long list of high-end standard features that can be found at the GS-Sport versions of Eclipse both hardtop and convertible models.

Design and facilities

amenities included in the GS-Sport model are abound-equipped Eclipse 4-speed automatic transmission, leather seating with heated front seats and power driver’s seat, rearview camera, Bluetooth ® hands-free phone access, HID lights with fog lights, heated side mirrors and beautiful sounding 9 speaker, 650-watt Rockford Fosgate ® premium audio system with SIRIUS ® satellite radio. Coupe version of the Eclipse GS-Sport includes a sunroof as well.

The most affordably-price version of the Eclipse Remains The GS Coupe models. No-cost features include a 6 speaker 140-watt AM / FM / CD player with MP3 playing capability and an auxiliary audio input jack, air conditioning, 6 airbags, dual exhaust, blacked-out roof, 18-in. alloy wheels and automatic shut-off headlights. The Eclipse GS Coupe comes equipped with a smooth-shifting 5-speed manual while a 4-speed automatic transmission is available as an option.

Engine

Powering all of these aforementioned Eclipse Coupe and Spyder models is a very capable 162 horsepower, normally-aspirated 2.4-liter SOHC MIVEC 16-valve inline 4-cylinder engine.

The top-of-the-line Eclipse GT Coupe and Spyder editions feature a 265 horsepower, 3.8-liter SOHC MIVEC 24-valve V-6 That is mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission That makes use of Mitsubishi’s Sportronic ® transmission technology, allowing the driver to manually select gearshifts Pls so desired. An automatic climate control system is Also an included feature on all the Eclipse GT models.

Security and safety

Standard safety equipment on all Eclipse models includes 4-wheel disc anti-lock brakes (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Active Stability Control (ASC) and Traction Control Logic (TCL), and an advanced dual front air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) and side water bags. Water side curtain bags are included on the Eclipse Coupe.

About Mitsubishi Motors Corporation

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.., (MMNA) is Responsible for all manufacturing, finance, sales, marketing, research and development operations for Mitsubishi Motors in the United States. Sells MMNA coupes, convertibles, sedans and sport utility vehicles through a network of approximately 400 dealers. In November of 2011, MMNA will from launch the Mitsubishi i electric battery as part of a corporate mission to offer consumers more environmentally Responsible modes of transportation. This electric vehicle battery technology addresses the need for vehicles That Produce zero tailpipe emissions and support a growing agenda for sustainability. For more information, contact the Mitsubishi Motors News Bureau at (888) 560-6672 or visit media.mitsubishicars.com.

LUXURIOUS SUV Land Rover

2011 Land Rover Range Rover

 

INTRODUCING THE 2011 RANGE ROVER: THE MOST CAPABLE AND LUXURIOUS SUV IN THE WORLD

The 2011 Range Rover is further enhanced by improvements to the Terrain Response® system in the form of Hill Start Assist and Gradient Acceleration Control. Inside the cabin there are optional illuminated treadplates for the front doors, new transmission controls for the diesel model, and improvements to the entertainment system. Detail improvement to the exterior include new ‘Jupiter’ grilles and side vents for the diesel models.
A new, class-leading V8 diesel engine, new 8-speed transmission, two significant Terrain Response® upgrades and subtle external styling all combine to ensure the 2011 Range Rover retains its crown as king of the luxury SUV segment. The LR-TDV8 4.4-litre with parallel sequential turbocharging replaces the outstanding LR-TDV8 3.6-litre and is unique to the Range Rover. An all-new ‘super-diesel’, the LR-TDV8 combines superior power and massive torque with unparalleled levels of refinement. Despite the extra performance, this sublime V8 engine is cleaner too, delivering even lower fuel consumption and CO2 emissions than its predecessor and meeting the stringent EU5 emissions standards. The headline news, though, is that the combined cycle fuel consumption of the new LR-TDV8 4.4-litre is just 30.1mpg, making this the first Range Rover ever to better 30mpg.

With 313PS and 700Nm torque, the Range Rover’s new powertrain matches power with conscience, reducing CO2 emissions by an impressive 14 percent. The new diesel engine is helped in this respect by its marriage to an impressive new, electronically controlled, ZF 8HP70, 8-speed automatic gearbox tuned by Land Rover engineers to combine silky smooth shifting with exceptionally rapid response and outstanding fuel economy. This daunting combination is enough to catapult the Range Rover from rest to 60mph in a mere 7.5 seconds and complete the 50mph-75mph dash in just 5.1 seconds.

Available only on 4.4-litre LR-TDV8 models, this ‘smart’ transmission integrates with the diesel engine to deliver the most efficient operating regime in all conditions. To reflect the performance of the new 4.4-litre LR-TDV8, diesel models are fitted with the same Brembo-based braking system fitted to the 5.0-litre LR-V8 supercharged model. Providing the immense stopping power required for only the highest performing vehicles, the system comprises 380mm ventilated front discs with unique, lightweight aluminium six-piston opposed action monoblock calipers. 365mm ventilated discs with single piston sliding calipers are fitted at the rear.
For 2011, the Range Rover retains the same class-leading 5.0-litre LR-V8, supercharged petrol engine married to the ZF HP28 6-speed automatic transmission introduced in 2010. Developing 510PS and 625Nm torque the Supercharged LR-V8 will take the Range Rover from 0-60mph in a breath-taking 5.9 seconds.
“The 2011 Range Rover retains its position as one of the world’s most complete luxury vehicles. Its combination of reduced CO2 emissions and superior engine performance continue to make it a clear industry benchmark. And with the introduction of our all-new ‘super diesel’, we see the Range Rover delivering over 30mpg for the first time.”
Phil Popham, Land Rover Managing Director

• New 4.4-litre LR-TDV8
o Power 313PS (an increase of 15.1 percent)
o Torque increased by 9.4 percent to 700Nm
o 14 percent reduction in CO2 (down to 253g/km)
o Fuel consumption improved by 18.5 percent to 30.1mpg (EU combined)
o 0-60mph in 7.5 seconds
o 50-75mph drops from 6.3 seconds to 5.1 seconds
o Top speed 130mph
o Meets EU5 emissions regulations

 
• New ZF 8HP70 automatic transmission
o First 8-speed gearbox ever fitted to a Range Rover (LR-TDV8 only)
o Closer ratios improve comfort
o Wider ratio spread improves efficiency
o Transmission Idle Control reduces fuel consumption

• Terrain Response® enhancements
o Gradient Acceleration Control
o Hill Start Assist
• Improved interior equipment levels with optional reclining rear seats and laminated privacy glass
• Revised exterior design features enhance Range Rover’s classic looks
• Optional Exterior Design Pack in a choice of eight colours
• Optional Harman Kardon Logic 7 1200 watt 19 speaker audio system
• Choice of five new alloy wheels
• 5.0-litre Supercharged LR-V8
o 510PS, 625Nm torque, EU5

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McLaren MP4-12C

2011 McLaren MP4-12C GT3

McLaren MP4-12C GT3: McLaren unveils GT team and development program aiming to put 12C GT3 customers at the front of the grid

• McLaren Automotive, McLaren Racing, McLaren Electronic Systems and McLaren Applied Technologies joins forces with CRS Racing in development and support of the new MP4-12C GT3

• New MP4-12C GT3 specification features technology from Formula 1 team, suppliers

• plans to offer the GT McLaren MP4-12C GT3 owners access to advanced McLaren Programmes from 2012 Simulator

• 20 MP4-12C GT3 GT3 race cars homologated for racing in 2012

• McLaren GT Announces 2011 Race Schedule for new MP4-12C GT3 with a special appearance planned for Goodwood Festival of Speed

• Andrew Kirkaldy, Oliver Turvey and Álvaro Parente to race the 12C GT3 in 2011 as McLaren GT prepares to deliver a race car of unrivaled quality to privateer teams in 2012

• New video available at www.youtube.com / mclarenautomotivetv: The MP4-12C GT3 road car and its equivalent in action

Martin Whitmarsh, McLaren Group Chief Executive Officer said: “McLaren has racing in its blood and it was a natural step to take our MP4-12C road car and turn it into the most reliable, efficient and easy to drive GT3 car. Every car on the grid will of its performances have balanced by race rules, meaning our objective must be to select a technical specification That ensures any driver is Able to access the 12C GT3′s performance limits with ease.

“We have worked with CRS Racing to Ensure the 12C’s design and development program is as close as possible to one McLaren Racing Would employ in developing a Formula 1 car. The team at CRS is well qualified to shape decisions in this area as They have an outstanding record in GT3 racing cars, and understand what is required to be successful in. That level of competitive motorsport.

“In return, McLaren Racing is Able to bring new levels of technology to GT3 racing. No other GT3 car in 2012 will from be supplied with a road-car carbon chassis, or a steering wheel and other associated technology from a Formula 1 car.

“The 12C GT3 will from be supplied with the 12C’s carbon MonoCell And The Same steering wheel design employed by Lewis Hamilton in his MP4-24 Formula 1 car. Plus, We Are Working closely with the Formula 1 suppliers, past and present: Akebono, Mobil 1, McLaren Electronic Systems, Ricardo and Michelin, for example. This blend of road cars and Formula 1 technology and experience will from be a great advantage to anyone racing a 12C GT3 in 2012. “

McLaren MP4-12C GT3 Technical Specification

Width (mm) 1995mm
Height (mm) 1145mm
Wheelbase (mm) 2670mm

Fuel tank capacity 120 liters
Chassis / body MonoCell McLaren carbon fiber with aluminum front and rear frames and bespoke carbon body panels
Aerodynamics Front and rear diffuser, front splitter, dive planes and adjustable rear wing.
Transmission 6 speed sequential using actuation via steering wheel mounted paddles
Limited slip differential with a range of ramps and adjustable pre-load.
Wet sump hydraulically operated clutch Sintered
Driveshafts with tripod joints
Engine type twin-turbo V8 McLaren M838T
Engine 3.8L capacity
Bore x Stroke 93 x 69.9
Max. Engine speed to 7500rpm Limited
Cylinder block Cast aluminum , 90 deg V-angle, dry sump scavenge, Nikasil coated liners

Crankshaft Forged steel flat plane
Pistons Forged aluminium
Conrods Forged steel
Cylinder head Cast aluminium with plastic composite cam covers, inlet & exhaust variable cam timing
Valvetrain 32V with 40 deg variable cam timing on intake & exhaust. Low mass with sliding contact end pivoted pinger followers, single variable rate springs and hollow cast chilled iron camshafts
Intake system Two water/air charge air coolers. Plastic composite plenum.
Exhaust system Cast stainless steel exhaust manifold with compact MHI fixed geometry turbo chargers. 970 deg C turbine inlet temperature.
Fuel system Returnless fuel rail with twin fuel tank mounted pumps and twin spray injectors
Engine management MESL TAG400 ECU & CIU 100
Interfacing with Bosch ABS and Shiftec control units
Wiring harness Modular installation: Engine, chassis, fuel cell
Lubrication MOBIL1: engine and transmission

Cooling Air/water heat exchangers for engine water and charge air cooling combined with water/oil heat exchangers for engine, transmission & PAS.
Front axle SKF integrated axles with handed single wheel retaining nut
Rear axle SKF integrated axles with handed single wheel retaining nut
Front suspension Double wishbone adjustable for ride height camber and toe
Rear suspension Double wishbone adjustable for ride height camber and toe
Dampers Coil over Multimatic dampers with DSSV technology with independent bump and rebound adjustment
Front brake system Akebono 6 piston monoblock calliper
378Ø x 36mm Iron ventilated disc
Rear brake system Akebono 4 piston monoblock calliper
355Ø x 32mm iron ventilated disc
Steering Electro-hydraulic PAS
Wheels Forged Aluminium
Front 12” x 18”

Rear 13” x 18”
MESL TPS system compatible
Cockpit electronics Multifunction steering wheel with integrated driver display
Central switch panel with systems display screen
Steering wheel Derived from MP4-24 Formula 1 wheel retaining integrated driver display, paddle shift and switches

* Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile

** Dry weight with lightweight options

*** McLaren Automotive defines the ‘core’ sector of the high performance sports car market as those cars price approach from £ 125,000 – £ 175,000 in the UK

McLaren Racing Pedigree

Is defined by winning the race in a wide range of global racing championship, McLaren is the most successful motor racing tea

m in history. No other racing team that has won the “crown three ‘of Le Mans (on debut), Indy 500 (three victories) and the Formula 1 World Championship. In the North American race series Can-Am McLaren won 43 of 71 races, taking five titles between 1966 and 1972.
In Formula 1, McLaren has won 170 races: better than one in four races in which has been competing since 1966, and more race wins per season than rivals compete (3.75). This has resulted in eight wins ‘Championships and 12 Drivers’ Championship Constructors. influence McLaren and Ron Dennis’ in Formula 1 has been real. In 1981 (first season as team principal Dennis), McLaren MP4 / 1 became the first winner of a race car that never display-based carbon fiber monocoque chassis.
This revolutionary design, inspired by aerospace technology, has since become a standard chassis structure for team racing: lightweight, safe, strong, and dimensionally predictable.

McLaren Road Car Heritage

1993 – 1997: McLaren F1: McLaren F1, and in many eyes fixed, definite sports car: The first road car with carbon fiber construction.
Only 106 examples of this iconic supercar made (72 street cars, 28 race cars, six prototype), but the recent auction prices for the standard F1 road car F1s between £ 2 – £ 2,500,000 price, almost five times the original retail : appreciation unheard of in modern cars. It was also the last car the right way to win Le Mans and the first to achieve this feat since the 60′s.

2003 – 2009: Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren: SLR is organized and arranged by a Mercedes-Benz as cars, powerful sports tour before it is presented to McLaren Automotive to engineer, develop and produce. SLR was prodigiously fast, exclusive and technological tour de force. With more than 2,100 examples produced, the SLR supercar end became the most successful ever made, selling nearly twice as much carbon as the next best-selling cars based (Porsche Carrera GT).
2011 -: McLaren MP4-12C: 12C-based carbon that went on sale globally from June 2011 to 35 premium retailers experienced in all areas. Up to 1000 cars will be built in the first year, hand-built at McLaren’s new £ 40 million Production Center that is connected to the Formula 1 McLaren headquarters in Woking, England. 12C is the first in a range of high-performance sports car from McLaren.

McLaren F1 at Le Mans

1995: with F1 GTR driven by JJLehto, Yannick Dalmas and Masanori Sekiya, McLaren win on debut; four other F1s finished 3, 4, 5 and 13.
1996: six F1 GTR LM ‘is over 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 and 11.
1997: two ‘longtail finished 2 and 3.
1998: a ‘longtail’ finished fourth, with two drawn after the accident.

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Blue Dragon

Bugatti Veyron Sang Bleu

(from Bugatti Press Release) Bugatti A new piece of art for Pebble Beach

The Sang Bleu to celebrate and honor the 100th anniversary of the marque
Caramel, California, 14th August 2009. Continuing the celebration of the 100th anniversary of Bugatti Automobiles SAS have chosen a very good weekend and the prestigious Pebble Beach to present further pay tribute to the legendary: The company unveils the Bugatti Proudly
Sang Bleu – an exclusive, one-off Grand Sport, honouring the Marques precious heritage.

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White Dream Cruise

Chrysler Kicks Off Woodward Dream Cruise PT With Introduction of New 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser Series 5

Chrysler kicked off the annual Woodward Dream Cruise today at Duggan Irish Pub with the introduction of the PT Cruiser special edition. Announced in conjunction with the famous Detroit Dream Cruise Woodward, the new 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser Series 5 will be available this fall as a limited-production version of the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.

* New limited-edition 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser buzz model kicks off the14th annual Woodward Dream Cruise
* 14th factory-customized limited-edition Chrysler PT Cruiser features modern and athletic exterior enhancements
* New PT Dream Cruiser Series 5 delivers factory customization at a value price of $ 22.700
* 1.750 PT Dream Cruisers Series 5 models Will be produced for the U.S.
* More than 1.3 million PT Cruisers sold since initial 2001 model year
“Chrysler PT Dream Cruisers are about individuality and uniqueness, and for 2009 We modernized our next factory-customized

edition,” said Larry Lyons, Vice President – Car and Minivan Product Team, Chrysler LLC. “The new 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser Series 5 embodies a contemporary theme with a distinctive two-tone exterior and the use of unique exterior and interior materials.”

Fuel-efficient engine is perfect

Based on the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser that arrives this fall, the Dream Cruiser Series 5 is available with two powertrains for fuel-efficient 2.4-liter that is perfect for sailing each way. Standard 2.4-liter naturally aspirated 16-valve engine produces 150 horsepower (112 kW) and 165 lb.-ft. (220 N • m) of torque and is coupled with a four-speed automatic transmission. These engines achieve 19 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway. A powerful 180-horsepower (134 kW) turbo-charged 2.4-liter is available, providing 210 lb.-ft. (285 N • m) of torque to the pavement while achieving 18 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway.

The exterior design with new elements

As a factory customized Chrysler PT Cruiser 14, the 2009 PT Dream Cruiser Series 5 features new detailed design of new elements. A

two-tone theme with a contrasting Black Crystal Pearl painted roof and spoiler Brilliant hula distinguish PT Cruiser. All-new cross hatch, the grille upper and lower solid billet aluminum and machine milled individually to the true meaning of customization. New 17-inch SRT Design wheels provide an athletic stance while filling fenders Chrysler PT Cruiser great unique style. Chrome body-side molding trim give subtle highlights, and the brave new designed “PT” front passenger and driver side door of the credibility of individuality badges hammer home PT, reliability and street cruising.

“Our Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser Series 5 Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl used to accentuate body lines while enhancing side rails and windows, giving PT Cruiser a sleek appearance with a visually lower roof,” said Joe Dehner, Vice President – Small, Family and Vehicles Premium design. “With the addition of 17-inch SRT Design wheels, bold billet grilles inspired from the DUB Edition Chrysler 300, chrome accents draped all over our Midnight White Pearl Coat paint-the latest Dream Cruiser gives a new style that accentuates PT Cruiser’s individuality.”
The Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl paint theme continues in the contrast of Pastel Slate Gray interior of the vehicle and chrome rings around the air vents and gauges on the instrument panel. New Embossed Momentum seat fabric has a performance feel, detailed and expressive design via secondary layered silver accents. A leather-wrapped steering wheel with bright silver accents provides a great view to the cluster of silver satin finish with chrome ring measuring large. Floor mats and door-premium entry threshold plates add the finishing touch of this Chrysler PT Cruiser special edition.

Interior design is equipped with standard equipment

The 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser Series 5 is well-equipped with standard equipment including: power windows with auto-down function on both front windows, AM / FM stereo with single-disc CD player, MP3-play capability and auxiliary audio input jack, 65 / 35 rear folding chair / fall / removable, center console with sliding armrest and storage, Chrysler signature analog clock, compass, temperature display, air conditioning, heated front seats set manually seats, front dome lamp, cargo compartment lamp, floor mats, 12-volt center instrument panel power outlet, uconnect studios SIRIUS Satellite Radio, cruise control and leather-wrapped steering wheel with tilt-steering column. To the top of the interior appointments, 368-watt Boston Acoustics premium sound system and power sun roof are available.

Standard exterior equipment includes body-color front and rear fascias, body-color fog lamp surrounds, Chrysler winged badge on the hood and liftgate, upper and lower billet aluminum cross-hatch pattern grilles, chromed door handles, chromed body-side moldings, chromed stainless steel exhaust tip (on turbo), 17-inch SRT Design wheels with all-season performance tires, unique badging door ‘PT’, PT Dream Cruiser Series 5 tailgate badge, fog lamps and Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl hoop spoiler to match accented roof. Exclusive Midnight White Pearl Coat exterior paint complete the dramatic look.

Security Systems

The limited-edition 2009 PT Dream Cruiser Series 5 also includes more than 25 standard safety and security features found on the 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser, including standard front seat-mounted side air bags, Enhanced Accident Response System (EARS), new advanced driver and front-passenger multi-stage front air bags with Occupants Classification System (OCS), Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) child-seat anchor system is the brake / park interlock, lap and shoulder seat belts in all positions, rear-door lock protection children, remote keyless entry with illuminated entry, Sentry Key engine immobilizer, speed-sensitive power lock, anti-lock four-wheel disc brakes with low-speed traction control (ABS) and Tire Pressure Monitoring System.

Chrysler is limiting production of its 14th factory-customized PT Cruiser to 1,750 units for the 2009 model year. The U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser Series 5 will be $22,700, which includes $670 for destination.