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The Mercedes-Benz F 800 Style Concept

Two technically independent power concepts are offered.

First as a Plug-in Hybrid, the F 800 Style offers an electric drive with zero local emissions in urban settings. Over longer distances, a gasoline engine equipped with latest-generation direct-injection technology is supported by the hybrid module, which results in a high-performance and efficient driving experience.

Second, the F-CELL is equipped with a fuel cell unit that runs on hydrogen for electric driving with zero local emissions. The only emission from fuel cell powered electric cars is water vapor.
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The beautiful LFA by Lexus had its global debut at the 41st Tokyo International Motor Show.

The LFA will go 0-100 km/h in only 3.7 seconds with a top speed of 325 km/h. The LFA was created from a blank canvas by an elite team of Lexus engineers, and is a supercar incorporating the very latest racecar technology such as a high revving V10 engine, carbon fibre monocoque construction, lightweight aluminum alloy motorsport suspension and powerful carbon-ceramic disc brakes.

The LFA will be available to only 500 lucky owners worldwide.
Lexus

Morgan EvaGT 2011

The Morgan Motor Company has made a new commitment that they will bring out a new model every two years. The legendary sports car manufacturer will target new niches, like electric sports cars, and a fun weekend vehicle. The first of the new cars will be the Morgan EvaGT, a four-seater Coupe targeted for young families. This is a revolution for a car company famous for making the same car for 50 years!

The four-seater Coupe takes its inspiration from the British sports saloons of the early 1950’s

The first public view of the Morgan EvaGT will be at the 60th Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, Carmel, California, USA on the 15th August 2010
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GLOBAL TUNER GRAND PRIX
Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca October 22- 24, 2010

A new competition format has been presented for the long-forgotten but the long-standing-standard of "Let The Best Car Win".

"What a great way to end our major event season, bringing our fans the best in global tuner competition," said Gill Campbell, CEO/general manager for Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. "To put Porsches, Corvettes and Mazdas together in competition will be a true global motorsports event."

Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca was chosen for the premier of the event as it's the only race facility of its kind that can offer a level playing field where the best car can win. Laguna Seca is a track where a complete package is needed to win overall. A winning car must have both power and handling. The circuit presents a challenging road course where driver and machine will be pushed to the limit.
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Greencarreports.com
makes note that "Consumer Reports was charged a whopping $317 by a local dealer to put 7.5 gallons of AdBlue in its Mercedes-Benz GL320 test car, at $32/gallon for the fluid." This stuff is required to be added to the new diesels to reduce the NOx emissions which also sounds like it reduces the wallet volume.

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Electric Vehicle Batteries
Multi-walled carbon nanotube technolage received a boost with a grant of $500,000 to SouthWest NanoTechnologies Inc. to develop CNT enhanced Cathode Materials that will form the basis for the production of low-cost and highly-efficient Li-ion electric vehicle batteries.
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Source: A. Lavin Communications

New 2011 Continental Supersports Convertible
Bentley presented their Continental Supersports Convertible, billed as the world's fastest production drophead, at the 2010 Goodwood Festival of Speed for its official public driving debut. Put through several hot runs up the famous hill, it showed off its supercar performance ratings.
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The 2011 Continental Supersports Convertible is the fastest, drop-top Bentley ever built; 0-60mph in 3.9 seconds (0-100km/h in 4.2 seconds) with a top speed of 202 mph (325km/h). Powered by the 630PS (621bhp/463kW) twin-turbocharged W12 engine, the Supersports is also the fastest four-seat convertible in the world.

The standardisation of FlexFuel technology across the 2011 Continental model range affirms Bentley's on-going commitment to have all its cars biofuel-compatible by 2012. Bentley Motors Crewe, England.
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The History of the Continental Kit By Rick Feibusch In the early days of the automobile, the roads were poor and tires were fragile. Part of the early automotive experience was the regular repair of flats.... More ... - pdf

Prior to the 2006 release of the Pixar/Disney film "Cars", in which a blue Hudson Hornet called "Doc Hudson" stars as a decidedly grumpy retired racecar from the past.... More... -pdf
Story by Rick Feibusch

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This Traveller eventually fell victim to oldcar- itus and became too un-dependable for a catering hauler, so it was relegated to being a car park artifact.... More... -pdf
Story by Rick Feibusch

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How British Leyland Grew Itself To Death
historical writer Geoff Wheatley looks at the life and death of the british car industry. His story is available here-pdf

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The 1910 to 1912 American
Road Race
American historical writer is looking for photo images of the Savannah, Georgia, races that were held on the streets of the city from 1910 to 1912. If any one can be of help please contact this web site.

Geoff Wheatley has written a great article on the 1910 to 1912 American road race in Savannah, Georgia, a copy is a available here-pdf

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