Fisker promises Bugatti Veyron levels of performance

The Fisker Karma is still MIA, but that hasn't stopped the company from having grand ambitions.According to CEO Henrik Fisker, engineers are developing a new gearbox that will give their range-extended electric vehicles "[ Bugatti] Veyron levels of performance." That's not much to go off, but the executive hinted the transmission would increase the amount of torque that is sent to the wheels.For

Mazda 3 (2012) [Reviews]

Mazda March 2012 made its American debut at the Salon of 2011 New York International Auto. Face lift with a more refined exterior and interior, Mazda 3 2012 is also the first North American application of innovative technologies SKYACTIV Mazda fuel economy and result oriented, achieving 40 mpg on the highway. The Mazda 3 is the best-selling model worldwide Mazda vehicles, accounting for almost

2012 Volvo C70

Overview
Volvo's retractable hardtop Actualizar of menor, el año nuevo estilo Pasado with a C70. C70 capacidad para el cuatro personas holding a y y performed Infiniti G37 and Lexus IS convertible.

Exterior
With the upgrade last year, the front of the C70 has a resemblance to the S60 sedan and XC60 crossover. In general, the nose is wedge shaped and has an air inlet higher than the previous version. LED taillights in the rear give a contemporary twist. Exterior features include:

- Available headlamp washers and wipers
- Available adaptive xenon high intensity discharge headlights
- Standard 17-inch wheels
- Available 18-inch wheels

Interior
Volvo designed the instrument panel to give more watch dial design. The leather is standard, and the cranberry-colored leather is optional. Other options include heated front seats, Black Oak inlays, humidity sensor and indoor air quality, which captures allergens. Interior features include:

- Leather seats as standard
- Conditioning as standard dual zone control
- Standard CD stereo with auxiliary socket
- Trip computer Standard
- Navigation system with traffic data in real time



Under The Hood
The front-drive C70 is powered by a turbocharged five-cylinder. Mechanical features include:

- 227 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque
- A five-speed automatic

Safety
Side curtain airbags are standard and impact. Volvo says that the curtains are designed to remain deployed in the event of rollover. Additional security features include:

- Four-wheel disc anti-lock brakes
- Traction Control Standard
- The standard electronic stability system
- Standard active head restraints

2012 Volvo C30

Overview
Volvo had a dose-style high-segment hatchback range with the introduction of the C30 a few years ago. The four-seat C30 is based on the Volvo S40 sedan, which was abandoned - with the V50 family related - 2012. The C30 competes with other small luxury cars like the Volkswagen GTI and Mini Cooper S.

Exterior
C30 has received greater scale in 2011, similar to the Volvo XC60 crossover and gives a modern look. One of the design elements most interesting in the C30 is its two-door hatch glass. Volvo says it gives the impression of opening inwards, and the spectators can see the control center dash from behind. Exterior features include:

- Headlamp washers and wipers available
- Available adaptive xenon high intensity discharge
- 17-inch T5
- 18-inch wheels of the T5 R-Design

Interior
Volvo says that four adults can fit inside the compact C30. Rear bucket seats are placed slightly inward of the front seats, which allows for greater forward visibility. In front, the dashboard has a central panel ultra thin, which integrates audio and climate. Interior features include:

- Cloth seats as standard, leather optional
- Standard dual-zone air conditioning
- Standard CD stereo with auxiliary socket
- Trip computer Standard
- Optional stereo upgrade
- Optional navigation system with traffic data in real time
- Backseat bending forward



Under the Hood
The preliminary DRIVe C30 is powered by a turbocharged 2.5-liter inline five-cylinder engine. Mechanical features include:

- 227 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque
- Six-speed manual as standard
- A five-speed automatic optional

Safety
Safety features include:

- Four-wheel disc anti-lock brakes
- Standard side airbags and a half
- Traction control standard
- Standard electronic stability control system
- Standard front active headrests
- An optional blind spot warning system

2011 Volvo S40

Overview
Smallest Volvo sedan, the compact S40, comes in T5 and T5 trim levels R-Design. Competitors include the Saab 9-3 and Audi A4. The less powerful "i" version was abandoned in 2011, while the engine is the line 227-horsepower five-cylinder engine in the T5 models.

Exterior
Little has changed on the outside, since 2009, the redesign, but Volvo says the 2011 models get a larger Volvo logo on the grill. Exterior features include:

- Standard integrated turn signals
- Fog lights as standard
- Standard power mirrors and heated
- Standard 17-inch
- The optional glass moonroof
- Optional 18-inch wheels
- Optional bi-xenon headlights with articulating headlamps

Interior
The standard five-person interior decor is a bit 'rough, felt fabric, which is said to be inspired by sport. Leather upholstery is available. T5 R-Design trim with a unique aluminum sports pedals, gear knob and sport steering wheel. Interior features include:

- Standard locks and windows express up / down
- The standard eight-speaker audio system with six CD in-dash CD player
- Optional heated front seats
- Optional navigation system



Under The Hood
Only one engine is available for 2011, Volvo has dropped manual transmissions from the S40 line. Drivers have the option to shift gears via the automatic transmission. Four-wheel drive was also removed from the S40. Mechanical features include:

- 227 hp supercharged 2.5-liter five-cylinder 236 lb-ft of torque
- Five-speed automatic
- FWD
- Optional keyless start

Safety
Volvo is known for its safety and the S40 is no different. The car has a long list of standard safety features, including automatic activation of hazard warning lights illuminated when the deployment of airbags.

- Other safety features include:
- Standard front airbags, side impact and side
- The standard ABS with electronic brake force distribution
- Standard electronic stability control and traction control
- Optional 18-inch wheels
- An optional blind spot warning system
- Standard Security System

2011 Lamborghini Gallardo

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options
In 2011, Lamborghini Gallardo is an exotic sports car. It comes as LP 560-4 Coupe and Spyder, Superleggera LP 570-4 and LP 570-4 Coupe and Spyder Performance.

LP 560-4 Standard models include 19-inch wheels, rear spoiler automatically extends, the nose, adding the suspension to stop winding, bi-xenon headlights, power-folding outside mirrors, dual-zone automatic climate control, electrically adjustable seats, the 'auto-dimming rearview mirror, leather seats, tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel, rear camera, navigation system, multimedia, user interface guide seems Audi Multi Media Interface (MMI) system and four-speaker stereo with six-CD changer, auxiliary audio jack and iPod integration. Spyder is a full-powered soft.

Travel package adds cupholders, luggage net behind the seats and a small storage compartment near the steering wheel. A couple of packages of interior design to absorb the carbon carbon fiber trim the cabin, you get less in the same package, and much more. Stand-alone options include upgraded alloy wheels, leather upholstery and faux suede, Storage, furnished and heated seats. Lamborghini also offers the "ad personam" customization program, which provides the buyer with extensive input from the outside and color combinations.

Superleggera and Spyder-performance carbon fiber for the external and internal components, most powerful V10, a standard automated manual transmission, polycarbonate rear and side windows, lighter 19-inch wheels, leather upholstery and faux suede special colors. Carbon-ceramic brakes and a rear spoiler are optional permanent, and most of extra normal Gallardo.

Powertrains and Performance
In 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4 is powered by a V10 5.2-liter that sends 552 hp and 398 lb-ft of torque to all four wheels. A six-speed manual transmission with a metal gated shifter is standard, while a six-speed manual gearbox, automated clutch single (known as "e-gear") is optional. The Gallardo is expected to range from zero to 60 km / h in the interval mid-3-seconds. Fuel economy EPA-estimated (if you care) is 12 mpg highway mpg city/20 mpg and 15 combined with the traditional manual and 13/20/16 with e-gear.

The Superleggera Spyder Powerful and get a retuned version of the 5.2-liter V10 good for 562 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque. The e-gear as standard. These models should hit 60 in the low 3s and they also get an extra mpg in the city, making it environmentally Superleggera Lamborghini.

Interior Design and Special Features
Unlike previous models, Lamborghini Gallardo 2011 cabin offers a very tolerable, thanks to a large extent the influence of Audi's parent. Materials and soft-touch leather adorn the interior much more than you might expect, but the square meters, drivers, and Multimedia Interface are mainly pulled the bin Audi parts. Some might complain about the dilution of the traditional Italian brand Lamborghini, but most are grateful that everything really works. Other steps can be found in fundamentally sound and a comfortable riding position and seat support.

The multimedia interface above leaves something to be desired, but the control knob and buttons are located in associated side of the screen instead of near the shifter, which requires the driver's attention too much on Gallardo formidable capabilities. In addition, storage space is negligible and that motorists will find the most adaptable and out at will - similar to the evolution of this segment, perhaps, some competing models offer supercar performance without the need for contortionist contortions driving.

Driving Impression
In 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo's performance is another world that you would expect from an exotic sports car. V10 power cries out the line tr climb to Redline. Compared to the 458's main rival Ferrari Italia, LP 560-4 is slightly less flexible. However, it is perfectly comfortable on the highway blasting and sculpture with high-speed sweepers. The Superleggera and Spyder performance represents a further improvement of these capabilities Gallardo lightweight editions are perfect for those who want to get the most excitement possible to smooth the Lamborghini.

Safety
Standard safety equipment includes anti-lock brakes a Lamborghini Gallardo 2011, stability control, side airbags, and rear camera.

Lotus Exige S Type 72 [Reviews]

Lotus Exige S Type 72 celebrates the most successful F1 car of all time, the Lotus Type 72 Formula One cars, which reached a 20 Grand Prix wins between 1970 and 1975.Lotus Type 72 was powered by big names such as Lotus Jochen Rind, Emerson Fittipaldi, Ronnie Peterson and Jacky Ickx won three Formula 'Championships (1970, 1972 and 1973) and two drivers "One Constructors World Championship (the