23 Temmuz 2007 Pazartesi

All-new, ultramodern, ultra fast, ultra safe.



All-new, ultramodern, ultra fast, ultra safe.
Introduction
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has been the sales leader in luxury sedans for four decades. The outgoing model remained the segment leader in sales even after seven years on the market. Indeed, half of all the cars priced over $100,000 sold in the U.S. are still S-Class Benzes. That tells you something about the reputation of Mercedes-Benz's most expensive, most elaborate sedan.
Now, Mercedes has introduced an all-new S-Class. The exterior design, the interior design, and the onboard controls systems are entirely new, and all of the safety systems have been upgraded and even further integrated. Only a few parts and systems carry over from the previous-generation models, such as the air suspension system, the seven-speed automatic transmission, and most of the safety systems.
Competition among the best of the mainstream luxury cars is tough, but Mercedes may have risen to the top of the class with this ninth generation of S-Class models.

New diesel and AMG versions.



New diesel and AMG versions.


Introduction
The M-Class SUV might be the Swiss Army Knife in the Mercedes-Benz lineup. It isn't so large that it's cumbersome or hard to park, but it comfortably seats five and carries plenty of stuff. As daily transportation, it doesn't feel like a truck, and it won't beat its driver or passengers up. Yet it has the potential for some fairly serious off-road adventuring, and it can tow up to 5,000 pounds. The M-Class is more than powerful enough in any of its variations, with the safety equipment, luxury accoutrements, style and smooth finish expected of a Mercedes-Benz.
For 2007, the M-Class line features two new, very different models that will further broaden its appeal: The fuel-efficient ML320 CDI diesel and the ultra-high performance ML63 AMG.
With the ML320 CDI, you can forget just about everything bad you knew about diesels. It gives up nothing to the standard, gasoline-powered ML350. It's equipped identically, except for its diesel engine. The 3.2-liter diesel V6 generates 398 pound-feet of torque, comparable to a large-displacement V8, and brings a substantial improvement in fuel economy.
The ML63 AMG features a hand-built V8 that generates 503 horsepower with AMG tuning and enhancements to match all that power. Though considerably more expensive than other M-Class models, the ML63 AMG is a true high-performance machine. Its 6.2-liter V8 is hand-built by a single technician. It bursts from 0 to 60 mph in 4.8 seconds, according to Mercedes, with top speed electronically limited at 155 mph. Plus, it comes with the full load of luxury features.

21 Temmuz 2007 Cumartesi

BMW 730 Ld SE Carbon



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BMW 730 Ld SE Carbon
Cylinder specific anti-knock control
Digital diesel electronics (DDE)
Six-cylinder in-line diesel engine with four-valve technology
Six-speed automatic gearbox with Steptronic
19 - inch Ten-spoke alloy wheel style 231
Servotronic steering
Driver and passenger, front and side airbags
Head and side airbags front and rear
Alarm system with remote control and engine immobiliser
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Anti-roll bars, front and rear
Brake lights with LED technology
Dynamic stability control (DSC incl. DTC)
Front foglamps
Headlight wash, high-pressure system for cleaning headlights
High-beam assistant
Multi-level cruise control
Rear park distance control
Parking brake with auto-hold function, electomechanical
Rain sensor with automatic headlight activation
Seat belts - Automatic seat belt height adjustment, front
Seat belts - Rear seat belt system with three three-point seat belts
Seat belts with inertia reels at the front with pyrotechnical belt latch tensioner, adaptive belt force limiter and belt restrainer
Side impact protection and roof crossbar
Tyre puncture warning system
Xenon headlights
Rear child seat ISOFIX attachments
Part electric seat adjustment
All round anti-corrosion system
Comfort exit stepless door brakes
Exterior mirrors- aspheric, tinted, electrically adjustable, body-coloured and heated
Heated screen washer nozzles
Automatic air conditioning with individual driver and front passenger controls (including automatic air recirculation)
Centre arm rests, front and rear
Info display, analogue instruments combined with liquid crystal display
Rear-view mirror, automatically dimming
Sunblind - rear windscreen, electric adjustment
Window lifts front and rear, electrical, with open/close fingertip control, anti-trap facility and comfort closing function all round
Electric steering column adjustment with memory
Multi-function controls on steering wheel
Single CD player, radio, six speakers & AUX input point
Professional navigation system
On-board computer
Revised iDrive controller & control display (with 6.5-inch monitor)
Voice control
Metallic paintwork

BMW Art Car World Tour startet in Kuala Lumpur


BMW Art Car World Tour startet in Kuala Lumpur

Die einzigartige Sammlung der BMW Art Car Collection startet am 14. September ihre Welttournee durch internationale Museen weltweit. Dabei werden die von den Künstlern Frank Stella (1976), Roy Lichtenstein (1977), Andy Warhol (1979), und Ken Done (1989) gestalteten BMW Fahrzeuge in der Art Gallery der weltbekannten Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur / Malaysia vom 14.09. bis 22.10.2006 zu sehen sein.
Im Anschluss reisen die "rollenden Kunstwerke" weiter nach Singapur, auf die Philippinen in das Ayala Museum von Manila und das Artsonje Museum in Seoul, Korea. Die weitere Reise führt in die Art Gallery New South Wales im australischen Sydney und in Aucklands/Neuseeland Te Papa Museum, bevor Indiens Hauptstadt Delhi die Die Saison 2006/2007 für Done, Lichtenstein, Stella und Warhol beschließt.
Parallel dazu werden die BMW Art Cars von Alexander Calder (1975), Matazo Kayama (1990), David Hockney (1995), und Jenny Holzer (1999) durch Taiwan, China, Russland und Afrika touren. Stationen sind das National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts in Taichung, das Museum of Contemporary Art in Shanghai, die Long March Space in Beijing, die La Villa des Arts in Casablanca und die Central Exhibition Hall Manege in Moskau.
Im Anschluss an die Touren durch Malaysia, Australien, Neuseeland, Taiwan, die Philippinen, Korea, China, Afrika, Russland und Indien werden die Schätze der BMW Art Car Collection zwischen 2007 und 2010 in Museen der Türkei und den USA zu sehen sein, bevor sie nach Europa zurückkehren. Die Türkei, Frankreich, Spanien und Portugal planen derzeit Kooperationen mit Museen.

BMW Record Car H2R at the High-Speed Miramas Proving Grounds


BMW Record Car H2R at the High-Speed Miramas Proving Grounds


The specifications of the H2R Record Car are a testament to this possibility. The 6-liter V12 engine develops an output of 285 horsepower. This engine propels the BMW prototype to 100 km/h (62 mph) in approximately 6 seconds and gives it a top speed of more than 186 mph, in excess of 300 km/h. Based on the gasoline engine featured in the BMW 760i, BMW's hydrogen combustion engine boasts advanced technologies such as BMW's fully variable VALVETRONIC valve drive.The main modifications to the engine involve the fuel injection system adapted by BMW to the special attributes and requirements of hydrogen. The H2R Record Car benefits from the results gained in series development of BMW's future hydrogen engine for the world's first premium sedan built for dual-mode operation.BMW will launch a dual-mode version of the current 7 Series during the production cycle of the present model, thus introducing the first car of its kind able to run on both hydrogen and gasoline.The H2R prototype set the following records shown here in terms of times measured and speed achieved:time in sec speed in mph- Flying-start kilometer: 11.993 186.520- Flying-start mile: 19.999 180.014- Standing-start 1/8 mile: 9.937 45.285- Standing-start ¼ mile: 14.967 60.132- Standing-start ½ kilometer: 17.342 64.495- Standing-start mile: 36.850 97.693- Standing-start 10 miles: 221.773 162.328- Standing-start kilometer: 26.749 83.627- Standing-start 10 kilometers: 146.409 152.787These results have been certified by the FIA. BMW works drivers Alfred Hilger, Jörg Weidinger and Günther Weber took turns at the wheel of the Record Car during their record-breaking session.The BMW H2R Record Car was conceived, designed and developed by BMW Forschung und Technik GmbH, the legendary subsidiary of BMW AG. The expressive, purposeful exterior design was created by DesignworksUSA, the California-based strategic design consultancy owned by BMW Group. The name "H2R" stands for "Hydrogen Record Car".BMW's motive in setting these records was not only to prove the power and performance of the hydrogen engine. In addition, the reliability and durability of the technology used clearly demonstrates BMW's leadership in developing the hydrogen engine to production standards. In this process BMW is concentrating on the combustion engine, simply because the combustion power unit, given the sum total of all its features and characteristics, still offers the largest number of advantages and benefits all in one.The M3 Competition Package - for the discerning driver who seeks the ultimate in handling and responsiveness.Already renowned for its performance and handling, the Competition Package takes M3 performance to the razor's edge. Every aspect of the M3's handling has been tweaked resulting in the best-handling M3 ever.The wheels are 19-inch forged-alloys with high-performance tires. They connect to a suspension that has been tuned specifically for the Competition Package. Turn-in is quicker with a more direct steering ratio which goes from 15.4:1 to 14.5:1.M Track mode and brake system taken from the BMW M3 CSLThe Dynamic Stability Control system includes a less intrusive M track mode, as on the M3 CSL, ensuring the security of DSC and spirited driving too. For inclement conditions the regular DSC mode remains. The brakes, also adopted from the M3 CSL, include compound and cross-drilled rotors. The front rotors have also been enlarged from12.8 to13.6 inches.As the serious enthusiast would expect, the Competition Package is available in combination with the standard six-speed manual or the optional Sequential Manual Gearbox.The interior enhancements of the package are subtle but purposeful. The Alcantara steering wheel and handbrake grip feel good to the touch. The addition of the steering wheel-mounted button for the DSC M track mode requires the deletion of the multi-function controls and cruise control. The Competition Package is available with all M3 Coupe interior and exterior color combinations. Two trim items are exclusive to the Competition Package. Special Competition Package aluminum trim is included on the interior. A new exterior color, Interlagos Blue, is offered only with this package.The Competition Package will be available for 2005 M3 Coupes beginning with December 2004 production. The price for the package will be $4,000.

2008 BMW 650i Coupe


Featuring highly attractive modifications to their characteristic design, interiors further refined in many details and boasting new color highlights, as well as innovations in drive technology and driver assistance and safety systems, the new BMW 6 Series Coupe offers a greater thrill and more style than ever before.Indeed, through their looks and style, combined with cutting-edge technology, the model is authentic representation of the classic Grand Touring automobile featuring modern highlights together with classic qualities.Brilliant performance is delivered by the eight-cylinder powerplant in the BMW 650i Coupe. Developing 360 bhp from an engine capacity of 4.8 liters, this power unit allows truly dynamic performance combined with incomparable smoothness and refinement.The new six-speed Sport Automatic transmission is tailored perfectly to the character of the BMW 6 Series, combining comfortable cruising with the option at any time to use the full power and muscle of the engine for all-out acceleration and driving dynamics.The BMW 6 Series stands for a heritage of no less than 70 years dedicated to the thrill of mobility and success in motorsport. Cars such as the BMW 327/328 Coupe, the BMW 3200 CS, the BMW 3.0 CSi and the first generation of the BMW 6 Series to this day represent the unique combination of elegance and competition-oriented sportiness so characteristic of BMW.

Roush Gives Ford GT A 600-HP Boost


The official stock of 101 Ford GTs that left America for Europe has sold out, but there's still new models available Stateside and legendary tuning firm Roush is now exporting them to the Britain.
Just ten cars are available, now badged as the GT 600RE. The first bit of the name is the power - up from 550 bhp on the standard GT - while the letters stand for Roush Europe.

Other changes a new exhaust system, tinted glass, color-keyed hoses under the hood, and black powder-coated wheels. Unique identity plaques are also available. The sprint to 60 mph is completed in 3.4 seconds and top speed is restricted to 205 mph.

The 600RE costs roughly $300,000, a good $40,000 more than the standard car was, and two have already found homes. "We've taken a winning formula and enhanced those areas with features which our customers have asked for," said a Roush spokesman.

The company is synonymous with the GT. It developed the car's powertrain, and also converted all the Europe-bound models to meet local legislation. Roush also has a history of creating special-edition Fords, and was the brains behind the 420RE version of the Mustang.