Bugatti Veyron

Bugatti Veyron



Bugatti Veyron



Bugatti Veyron

Maruti Suzuki SX4 Hybrid & Eeco Charge Electric Concepts for Demonstration

India's car market leader Maruti Suzuki today handed over first lot of Two Maruti Suzuki SX4 Hybrid cars and One 'Eeco Charge' to Mr Arvinder Singh Lovely, Hon'ble Minister of Transport for NCT Delhi. The vehicles intended for use at the forthcoming Commonwealth Games, were handed over by Mr. Shinzo Nakanishi, Managing Director and CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, in the city.

Maruti Suzuki has made ready a lot of 14 future technology vehicles for the use at Commonwealth Games. These include 10 Maruti Suzuki SX4 Hybrid Cars and 4 Maruti Suzuki 'Eeco Charge' vehicles. The balance vehicles will be handed over to the Commonwealth Games Organising Committee for use by the Officials during the Commonwealth Games.

On the occasion Mr. Shinzo Nakanishi said, "I am happy that engineers at Maruti Suzuki have developed these future technology vehicles. This project has helped our engineers to increase their knowledge and enhance their R&D capability. We are grateful to the Government for their leadership to promote green technology in automobiles. Maruti Suzuki is happy to be associated with the Commonwealth Games national initiative, through these vehicles."

Maruti Suzuki has developed the SX4 Hybrid vehicles and 'Eeco Charge' concept vehicles as a part of the demonstration fleet. The demonstration of the fleet of SX4 Hybrids and 'Eeco Charge' vehicles at the Commonwealth Games 2010, is in line with the ambitious NHPP and MNRE program outline.

SX4 Hybrid and 'Eeco Charge' concept development has been taken up by Maruti Suzuki as a part of the Government initiated and SIAM coordinated NHPP & MNRE National Hybrid Propulsion Program (NHPP) and the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy Sources (MNRE)'s High Energy Density Battery Development Program.

Capability building @ Maruti Suzuki

The development of Hybrid and Electric vehicles is one of the exciting initiatives undertaken by Maruti Suzuki to enhance its R&D capabilities and gear itself for greener technologies. Through this exercise Maruti Suzuki is keen to expand its learning's on green technologies that put minimal stress on non-renewable energy. A team of 25 Maruti Suzuki engineers worked on this project with global hybrid technology and component suppliers.

These future technology vehicles by Maruti Suzuki demonstrate how eco-friendliness and personal mobility can be packaged together as an exciting product. These concepts have been developed by a team of Maruti Suzuki engineers and were showcased at Delhi Auto Expo 2010.

'SX4 Hybrid'

SX4 Hybrid is a Full Parallel Hybrid with Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) on a sedan platform. SX4 Hybrid presents a case of evolution of transportation system with elements of flexibility, style and eco-friendliness. SX4 Hybrid offers mobility solution in an eco-friendly yet stylish manner.

The hybrid system used in the SX4 Hybrid features an electric motor and twin clutch arrangement with advance Lithium-ion battery technology. This concept combines a 1.2 litre K-series petrol engine and a 50 kW electric motor along with 5-speed Automated Manual Transmission. Together, these provide high fuel economy with lower emissions. The SX4 Hybrid is also capable of running solely on its electric motor, offering a further boost to fuel efficiency and zero emission modes in city driving. The SX4 hybrid offers 25 per cent more fuel efficiency compared to conventional gasoline vehicle.

'EECO Charge'

'Eeco Charge' is a zero-emission, pure electric vehicle developed on a MPV platform. It is powered by a 50kW motor and a 24kWh Lithium-ion battery. On full charge it promises a driving range of around 100km and attains top speed of 100 km per hour. The 'Eeco Charge' also has the 'Sport Mode' for acceleration enthusiast. The battery for 'Eeco Charge' has been packaged under floor for better drivability and retaining ample boot space. The real time display of State of Charge and 'Distance to Empty' addresses user's anxiety. The 'Eeco Charge' can be charged using household power source.

About NHPP and MNRE

The National Hybrid Propulsion Programme (NHPP) is an initiative of the Government of India. It is a public-private partnership initiative and India's first in hybrid technology; being jointly funded by Govt. of India and Indian Automotive OEM's. NHPP is expected to develop awareness and generate interest in the Indian automobile market to the world of hybrids.

Considering the importance of battery technology for successful EV/HEV development, MNRE (Ministry of New and Renewable energy) has initiated a program on high energy density battery. The objective of this joint program, funded by Govt. of India & automotive OEM's, is to carry out the local development of high energy Li-ion battery packs by battery manufactures for pure electric/ hybrid electric vehicles.

Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) has formed a core group of OEM's to take these projects forward. In this initiative SIAM functions as a nodal agency for OEM's, component manufacturers and Government of India. In line with Phase I of the project, OEM's are to showcase their Hybrid and Electric vehicles during Commonwealth Games 2010.

Source: Maruti Suzuki

NSR Mosler video

Boys and Girls Club racing!

Check out the link to see the photos from the event held at the Bluffton (Georgia) Boys & Girls Club. The kids crowded around the track to watch and then take their turn to race... it looks like it was lots of fun!

The day was part of a larger Day for Kids sponsored by Country 106.9 and the slot racing was sponsored by Carrera.

See more photos at the Carrera of America Facebook page.

KEN NOMURA

Ken Nomura (Shinjitai: ??? Nomura Ken?, born Fukuoka, May 9, 1965) is a drifting driver from Japan. He made his debut in the D1 Grand Prix in the 3rd round in 2001, driving the Blitz D1 Spec ER34 Skyline which he still drives. His nickname is Nomuken (????) or Monkey Magic (as a reference to his company).

In his youth, Nomura was a baseball player and was very well known within his region, but his career never progressed any further through injury and turned to property developing and monocle adjustments.[1] Once he gained his driving licence, he was dedicated to night-time street drag racing and then progressed to touge racing.[1] In 1992, Nomuken was runner up in the "All Japan Ikaten" Finals and later in 1996 opened his own tuning shop Uras (reverse for saru, Japanese for monkey), producing drift specific products.[1]

When he first joined the D1GP series in 2000, his performance was average, he had been away from drifting for some time before competing in its inaugural year. But as soon as he signed a contract with parts manufacturer Blitz as a works driver, his skills quickly developed.[1]

In the D1 events, he is known for his imitation of a monkey, as the pioneer of the smoke technique, he drifts with the most smoke. He is widely a fan favorite in the series.[1] He also competes in the budget spinoff series, D1 Street Legal with a toned down version of his Skyline.

In 2006, Ken Nomura won the D1GP Non Championship Event World All Star.

He has also appeared for a TV commercial for his sponsor, Dunlop Tires in Japan, appears as a guest presenter in Video Option and Drift Tengoku as well as a columnist for the Option magazine and judges in drift events.

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NSR Ford GT40 video

Another in a series of cool video ads from NSR.

Ninco October releases

Ninco News for October.

Volkswagen Launches World's First Talking Newspaper Car Volkswagen Vento in India

It is a talking newspaper from Volkswagen, this time to introduce the Vento, its premium entry level sedan in India.

Unlike most sedans in this segment, the Volkswagen Vento has an extremely elegant and pure design which is a result of passionate craftsmanship. The communication brings this alive through the talking newspaper.

Speaking about this innovation Lutz Kothe, Head of Marketing & PR, Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Volkswagen Group Sales India Pvt. Ltd. said "our aim was to be able to emotionally connect to our customers with this product and what better way than being able to directly speak to them with the aid of a newspaper."

Volkswagen has partnered with the Times of India and The Hindu for this nationwide communication released today.

Source: Volkswagen

HM-Mitsubishi To Expand Dealership Network in India with 22 New Dealerships

HM-Mitsubishi Motors, one of India�s leading auto manufacturers, is revamping its dealer strategy for the Indian market. As part of the strategy, HM-Mitsubishi will be significantly enhancing its presence in the country, with increased focus on tier II locations. The company will be inaugurating 22 new dealerships by March 2011. With this, HM-Mitsubishi will have 62 dealerships across India.

Speaking about the same, Y.V.S Vijay Kumar, Executive Vice President and Head of Mitsubishi business at HML, said �We have received an overwhelming response for the Outlander 2010, which we recently launched. And by and large we are seeing an increased demand for our brands across different locations, especially for the Pajero and Montero. Given this, and the fact that we will be launching more products for the Indian market shortly, we are adopting an aggressive dealer strategy, to establish our presence in more locations.�

Adding to this Yoshiaki Wada, Head � Dealer Development and Business Development, HM-Mitsubishi Motors, said, �This year, we are looking to aggressively increase our presence in the Indian market. We will be enhancing our focus on the key tier II and III locations, which are playing a key role in the growth and development of the auto sector in the country. In keeping with this, we have inaugurated 14 dealerships in the last five months across tier I and tier II cities. Currently, we are present across 40 locations in India through 54 dealerships and we aim to increase this number to 62 by the end of the current fiscal.�

The Mitsubishi model range in India includes Mitsubishi Lancer, Mitsubishi Cedia, Mitsubishi Cedia Sports, Mitsubishi Pajero, Mitsubishi Motero and Mitsubishi Outlander 2010. The entire Mitsubishi model range is available across all showrooms in the country.

Mitsubishi Cars Price in India (ex-showroom Delhi) are given below:

Mitsubishi Lancer Price 7.75 lacs (ex-showroom)
Mitsubishi Cedia sports Price 9.60 lacs (ex-showroom)
Mitsubishi Pajero Price 20.35 lacs (ex-showroom)
Mitsubishi Montero Price 38.95 lacs ex-showroom
Mitsubishi Outlander 2010 Price 20.25 lacs (ex-showroom)

Source: Mitsubishi Motors

Mahindra's Power Scooters Conquer Khardung La

Since their launch in 2009, the Mahindra Rodeo and Mahindra Duro have proved themselves as true city slickers, capable of taking on the toughest urban terrain. Now, these nifty two wheelers have proved their mettle in the mountains as well.

In August 2009, two intrepid journalists from Overdrive magazine, Halley Prabhakar and Kshitij Sharma, decided to ride the Rodeo and the Duro to Khardung La, the world's highest motorable pass.

But would the scooters be up to the challenge?

The answer proved to be a resounding yes as these gearless scooters admirably lived up to expectations, in conditions which are known to prove harsh for humans, much less machines. As Halley and Kshitij ascended further into the mountains, the air got thinner and the road got tougher. Yet, the Rodeo and the Duro valiantly soldiered on, even as their riders suffered from altitude sickness.

From rain and steep inclines uphill to boulders, and rough gravel roads that seemed to go on for miles, the Power Scooters took it all in their stride.

As Halley himself put it "they should have been battered, plastics should have shattered and tyres should have been slashed to ribbons. What actually happened was the scooters looked ready to head back without a moment's pause and it was we who felt battered and shattered."

Source: Mahindra

New Super Tires for Carrera Can Am's-video

A short video of a Porsche 917/30 lapping my Carrera track with the new Super Tires, wicked fast.

New Audi Cars Concept

The company is headquartered in Ingolstadt, Germany and has been a wholly-owned (99.55%) subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group (Volkswagen AG) since 1964. Volkswagen Group relaunched the Audi brand with the 1965 introduction of the Audi 60 range. Shortly thereafter the name was acquired as part of Volkswagen's purchase of the Auto Union assets from former owner, Daimler-Benz.

The company name is based on the surname of the founder August Horch, the name itself an English cognate with the English word "hark", meaning listen � which when translated into Latin, becomes Audi.

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Slot It O2 video from Slotlandia

Video posted from Maurizio of a test of the O2 system at Slotlandia last week.

Breaking news! NSR Corvette and Porsche 911 coming!

Photos from slotbrother Jordi of JP Slot of new NSR slot cars. A Corvette and... a Porsche 911!!!! These cars were shown at the Slotlandia show in Italy.

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New SCX "Paul Ricard" C3 set

9th Aberdeen Slot Car Show & Swap Meet-Sunday!

Come to Aberdeen Maryland Sunday September 26th to check out the selection of slots. The event is being held at the Clarion Hotel in Aberdeen, MD, about 18 miles south of the Delaware/Maryland border right off of interstate 95 at the Aberdeen exit #85 (about 35 miles south of the Delaware Memorial Bridge and about 18 miles north of Baltimore). The Clarion hotel's address is 980 Hospitality Way, Aberdeen, MD 21001 and their direct local phone # is 410-273-6300.

Admission is $5/person; kids under 12 free.

A few of the vendors that will be there:
Bob Beers (Mr Aurora); Tom Stumpf (TomsHOCars);
Rob Budano (BudsHOCars); Jeff Clemence (MotorCityToyz)
Harry Nonnemacher (Harry20); Rich & Cindy Olree (vintage slots/runner bodies/parts galore),
Ron & Chris Sklenar (vintage slot cars/slot car clothing/accessories)
Joe Corea (NJ Nostalgia Hobby)
Mario Pisano; Guy Graziano;
Doug Keys; Bill Houck;
Joe Davidson; Joe Lupico;
Steve Sanders; Joe Hopkins; Scott Zulawski,
Jim Greer (G-Scale Train Station-large scale slots)
Craig Holler (vintage and new 1/24 & 1/32 large scale slots)
Rick Swavely (Resin Dude Bodies)
Harvey Goodwin (Rabbit Racing Parts)
Jerry Schmoyer (brp racing parts)
Brad Blohm (large scale 1/32-1/24-25 vintage slots from 60s/70s)
Bob Lusch (Bad L Hobbies)
Dave Simms (DCM Raceway)

So, if you are thinking about attending and need directions or show information, contact either Elliot Dalberg njdcball@aol.com or 703-960-3594 (home); 703-901-4262 (cell) or Doug Keys - olboystoys@aol.com or 301-474-6596.

New Porsche 911 Speedster video

How can you go wrong with this? A limited edition (356 will be made) Porsche 911 Speedster. Classy, very classy.

New SCX Digital set

Slot Car Corner Banner - Slot Car Corner L.L.C. Store

Slot Car Corner Banner - Slot Car Corner L.L.C. Store
Banners and hats and shirts... oh my! I love my "They're only toys..." shirt. It's been seen around the country and Spain too! ;)

NSR Special edition Mosler info

News from Professor Motor (North American distributor for NSR). The "SET05 Mosler Five Years Victory" is due to arrive in Late October :


MOSLER EVO3 ANGLEWINDER
NSR Mosler is the only one car on the market able to win 5 years consecutive National Championship in GT Class.

NSR Mosler came in 2006 year in april.

- 2006 year rookie NSR Mosler win Italian Championship GT Class in inline setup configuration drove by Tommaso Melioli.

Approx 50% of cars are NSR Mosler

- 2007 year NSR Mosler win again Italian Championship GT Class in anglewinder setup configuration and �EVO� chassis version, drove by Andrea Gasperini, NSR official driver.

80% of cars are NSR Mosler!

- 2008 year NSR Mosler win again Italian Championship GT Class in anglewinder setup configuration and �EVO2� chassis version and �EVO� King motor version, drove again by Andrea Gasperini, NSR official driver.

97% of cars are NSR Mosler!

- 2009 year NSR Mosler win again Italian Championship GT Class in anglewinder setup configuration drove by young Gabriele Cassandra.

98% of cars are NSR Mosler!

- 2010 year NSR Mosler win again Italian Championship GT Class in anglewinder setup configuration and �EVO3� chassis and �EVO2� motor support, drove by Massimiliano La Gioia.

100% of cars are NSR Mosler!!

We like to reproduce NSR Mosler to celebrate 5 years of consecutive victories!

This car is assembled by Daniele Malangone with same race parts used at Italian Championship:

#1366 EVO3 Chassis medium compound black colour

#1227 EVO2 Anglewinder motor support extra hard compound

#3022 New KING EVO2 21K magnetic effect 21400rpm 322gr-cm!

#4802 Hard steel 3/32� x 55mm axles

#4803 Autolubricant & No-friction oilites

#4822 Super racing braids only 2/10mm

#4824 Extra flexible silicone motor wire 0.25qmm

#4843 New low friction LONGER pick-up guide

#5001 Front wheels 16�

#5201 No-friction front rubber 17 x 8

#5016 ULTIMATE rear wheels 16� wider

#5304 EXTREME rear rubber 19.5 x 12

#6531 Anglewinder extralight red gear 31t

#7114 Extralight & no-friction pinion 14t

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Carrera Dune Buggy set

Carrera's new GO!!! Dune Buggy Challenge set will be for sale soon (or maybe even already depending on your store) at Toys R Us in North America. Read more about the set and see more photos here.

New SCX BMW GT2

Renault Clio supermini car

Renault Clio body kit
Renault Clio specials
Renault Clio front
Renault Clio V6
Renault Clio spied next
Renault Clio
Renault Clio 2002