2011 Nissan Ellure Concept photos Unusual study shows future at Nissan

The unusual mobile is to show a more emotional design language for the classic sedan. As the main target group for the Ellure sees Nissan design director Shiro Nakamura, "Women in their 30s and 40s who have a passion for elegant design and feel a shot in the rebellion."

The proportions are similar to those of a midsize sedan. The car has short overhangs, but should still provide a large trunk. For the aerodynamic fine-tuning includes an air-optimized front section, a barbecue with reduced air vents, a fully enclosed underside and low rolling resistance Michelin tires. Lateral and recessed mounted cameras to replace the mirrors, and thus their wind resistance. The spaces between the 21-inch light-alloy rims in five-star design are partly covered with transparent covers, so to minimize air turbulence.

Eye-catcher in the interior of the Ellure is the floating and transparent center console. It is also upholstered in white leather and has a red on the undersides of the backlight. A more appropriate to the console controller allows the operation of air conditioning and heating system, audio and navigation system and other functions. Also, the panoramic glass roof with red LED inserts.


The proposal for the Ellure hybrid drive consists of a charged via compressor 2.5-liter four-cylinder and controlled by a 25-kilowatt electric motor, whose work as required by an intelligent dual-clutch system and a lithium-ion battery pack and synchronized. A continuously variable Xtronic CVT transmission transfers the power to the front wheels, a regenerative braking system returns energy to the batteries.

1978 Concept Mercedes-Benz Studie CW311 : The future emperor

In 1978, based on the model appears C111 Mercedes-Benz Schulz Studie CW311.

Strictly speaking, this is not a real Mercedes and refinement of design engineer in Munich Ebergartom Schulz. Mercedes allowed to put on this machine its star, but the series still not allowed.

Shultz, without thinking twice, founds ISDERA - an anagram of "Engineering and design for racing." In an interview, Schultz said the following: "Mercedes has always been to me something more than just a car. And in line Daimler-Benz did not have enough sports cars with highly accelerated engines.

And then it came Imperator. All these machines were collected 30 (in one of the sources - 31). Later, in 1983, this model in the modified form is sold as Isdera Imperator 108i. Power again is impressive - 315 km / h at 375 hp Still later, these cars were equipped with engines, 5 and 5.6 liters, as well as V-shaped eight-cylinder engine Mercedes-Benz.

For good reason, then the same goes with the radiator and the asterisk comes (arrives), landing an eagle.

Maybe you're wondering what kind of detail on the roof of the car? This is a personal design invention Ebergarta Schulz - rear view mirror.

Volvo SC90 Concept Cars pictures - Future Cars

Designer builder Nouphone J. Bansasine presented his vision- 4 door sports car. The machine was made during an internship in Bansasine Concept Center VMCC. This means that this machine is most likely to appear on the light. Or, at least, will affect the output of new models of this class in the Volvo.

Volkswagen introduced Concept Electric Taxi in Hannover

On Monday, April 19, at the Hanover Industrial Fair (Hannover Messe) company Volkswagen presented the prototype cleaner taxis Milano Taxi, built on the basis of the concept car Up!. According to the German company, the first production electric cars brands will be launched into production within three years.

Overall length of the electric taxi is 3.73 meters, width - 1,66 m, height - 1.60 meters. Inside height from floor to ceiling equal to 994 millimeters, and the free space on the rear passenger's knees to the back of the driver's seat up to 120 millimeters. At the same time missing the front seat on the right side further increases the space for cargo and sitting on the back seat people. In addition, the car is equipped with large sliding rear door, facilitating access to the car, and a glass roof.

Conceptual cab is equipped with electric motor, the maximum capacity of 85 kilowatts, powered from a set of lithium-ion batteries. Cruising Car is 300 kilometers and 80 per cent of battery charging will only take one hour. Maximum speed VW Milano Taxi is 120 kilometers per hour.

2010 model new concept Kia RAY interior pictures gallery and details

Company Kia has decided to provide the first images of the interior concept, Ray, a hybrid which will build the entire hybrid line of the company. Ray continues the tradition of technology EcoDynamics, aimed at reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

According to one of the founders of the concept: "the center console car is a large touch screen in the form of the wing. We wanted all the traditional controls fit on one panel, the panel of the future, with access to the latest innovative technologies. "

"Central armrest and overhead console continues the theme of ease and accessibility. Both elements are touch screen, instead of traditional buttons and engines.

"With such a design the interior, the car gets an aesthetic appearance, along with athleticism, with a smooth faired. The lounge is dominated by hexagonal shape with a bright color palette.

"We wanted to create a modern and attractive space, nothing cold or dark, including rubber mats, which continue hexagonal motif.

Concept Kia Ray driven by an engine Gasoline Direct Injected (GDI), volume 1.4 l. and the power of 53 hp, with the support of the electric motor, the issuing of 78 kW.

New Hyundai Concept : D class Sedan i-flow

Hyundai concept, which is one of the options of the new sedan class D, has excellent aerodynamics: the coefficient of drag Cd of just 0.25 and claimed fuel consumption - 3 liters per 100 kilometers.

2010 model new concept Kia Venga EV details and photos

The new Mini-Van Venga EV is here to travel a distance of 180 kilometers of pure electric. The energy concerns of the 109-horsepower electric motor while lithium-ion polymer batteries.
According to the Koreans in the mini-van comes to a top speed of 140 km / h from zero to 100 of the Venga EV is intended to accelerate in 11.8 seconds. If the batteries are empty, the mini-van for a total of eight hours in the socket, before the return journey can continue. Who does not want to wait that long to recharge the batteries on the quick-within 20 minutes to 80 percent.

Full electric: SEAT concept IBE perfect lights

SEAT is tomorrow at the Geneva Motor Show and the opportunity for the IBE concept groomed. The name is in line with the concept IBZ, this time the E stands for electric, complete or still. The engine will continue and delivers 102 hp 200 Nm of torque. This fetches the 0 to 100 km / h in 9.4 seconds, after which the top speed at 160 km / h is reached. The IBZ concept attracts the campaign of the Spanish automotive industry to further promote the electric drive.

He is also the future of Seat, "the IBE is a kind of concentrated genetic pool for our next generation of cars. He will exert a major influence on all our models, "says design chief Luc Donckerwolke Seats about. The IBZ concept weighs about 1,000 kg and measuring 3.78 meters, 25 cm shorter than the current Ibiza. At first glance it looks like what a VW Scirocco, it is also designed as a 2 +2 coupe.

Kia new concept hybrid name is RAY - first teaser

Ray was designed by the Kia Design Center America. The model shows in which direction the design of the South Korean automaker will develop. It also serves as packaging for Kia first hybrid plug, so that it is a concept dates. It is not known at what stage is the car maker is when it comes to plug hybrids. The manufacturer does not even market introduction of a regular hybrid car scheduled. At least for Europe. In South Korea, the Forte brand a Hybrid available. This car with LPG and electric motor unit is over there on the market within twelve months.

Concept :Toyota Prius G Sports version revealed

The world's best-selling hybrid car Toyota Prius was a sports version. Conceived under the name Prius G debuted at the Tokyo Motor Show. Powerplant hatchback remained the same - its foundation is the 1.8-liter four-cylinder petrol engine 99 hp and an auxiliary electric motor. Nevertheless, the dynamic characteristics of the hybrid has improved due to the serious work and aerodynamics: Prius G received new bumpers and side step. Reinforced chassis and sports brake system ADVICS help conceptual remain manageable even in difficult circumstances.

2012 Subaru Hybrid Tourer Concept live Detroit 2010

Subaru Announces 2012 launch for hybrid.
Hybrid Tourer Concept shows a possible future technology for a gas/electric hybrid Subaru vehicle.

New Cadillac Concept XTS Platinium details and video Detroit 2010

3.6-liter V6 engine with direct fuel injection is proposing, which was coupled with an electric motor. It brings together the hybrid drive, drives all four wheels to 354 hp, while torque is 400 Newton meters. Charged are the lithium-ion batteries on each standard wall outlet, the range should be enlarged, according to GM next in pure electric mode, compared with normal hybrid systems.

The XTS Platinum Concept was equipped with a lot of Cadillac alongside communication and entertainment functions. Along with a comprehensive Entertainmenstsystem, displays with LED technology and a retractable touch-screen for the navigation system are also hidden controls are used.



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Toyota FT-CH Toyota Future Concept Hyvrid First live Detroit 2010

The FT-CH also part of Toyota’s plan to sell a million hybrids a year from the early 2010’s onwards. To achieve this Toyota has pledged to launch eight completely new hybrids over the next few years.

Although it’s been revealed at the North American show, it was designed at Toyota’s European Design and Development centre in Nice, France.

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Toyota FT-86 [Future-Toyota] Cool Concept Review

The letters "FT" means Future Toyota. If this is indeed the direction that Toyota wants to take, I say good! Everyone knows that the world number one desperately lack of exciting products in its range. The FT-86 may well be a prototype, it promises great things for Toyota.

This new two-door sports coupe includes a four-cylinder engine with 2.0-liter flat derived from Subaru. Here, he sends 200 horsepower to the rear wheels. The six-speed manual reports and brakes ADVICS will play an important role in a future world where, according to the company, "the driver becomes the main actor of a pleasant driving experience."

4.16 meters long (with a wheelbase of 2.57 meters) wide, 1.76 meter high and 1.26 meter, the Toyota FT-86 offers a real feeling of compact car performance. Driving is easy in town wants and on the track, without forgetting the touge (drift city), and four people find comfort on board. The design is all the rage for its style, its lightness, its center of gravity and aerodynamics. The young and young at heart to tear.

As for price, nothing has yet been announced, but it is expected that begins at just over U.S. $ 24 000 at the time of arrival of the FT series, somewhere in 2011.(via.auto123)

New Renault Twizy Z.E. Concept - New Delhi Auto Show 2010

Twizy Z.E. Concept is elegantly crafted in a way that can no longer see the wheels rotating. Instead, the only visible movement of the hubcaps. Twizy Z.E. Sounds with dimensions of 2.30 m in length, 1.47 m in height, and only 1.13 m wide.

Twizy Z.E. Approach is driven by a 15 kW (20 hp) electric motor. It roars with a range of 60 miles and romps with a velocity of 46mph.The wheels are 13-inches with the unladen weight of 420 kg.Twizy ZE Concept develops a torque of 70Nm with a maximum speed of 75kph and accelerated to a similar extent to a 125cc bike.