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This featured Car is Carrera GT

Carrera is a slot car.

This featured Car is Carrera

Carrera dominated the German markets in the 1960s and 1970s, due to using an additional third wire, and effective marketing, also at the nearby Nuremberg International Toy Fair.

This featured Car is Carrera

In the 1970, Carrera offered 1:24, 1:32 and 1:60 scales for slot cars, and the slot-free "Servo" systems which allowed cars to switch lanes, guided by the guard rails on the outside. Due to the many systems offered, and fewer customers (Generation), Neuhierl had to sell his company in 1985, and took his own life. The new owners sold rather cheap products.

This featured Car is ABT

Johann Abt (born December 1935), who continued a horseshoeing tradition of his family with motor cars, was a motorcycling and hillclimbing racer for Abarth factory team until 1970. He later entered cars with his own team, winning the "Trophée de l’Avenir“ and other series.

This featured Car is Koenigsegg CCR

The Koenigsegg CCR is a mid-engined sports car manufactured by Koenigsegg. It briefly held the world speed record for a production car and is currently the fourth fastest production car in the world, behind the Bugatti Veyron, SSC Ultimate Aero and the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport.

Wednesday, 20 February 2013

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

The debut of the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray signifies the automaker's commitment to redefine performance in today's world of attractive coupes. The all-new car balances performance, design and technology in total harmony with one another. The 2014 Stingray comes in a new chassis and frame structure, a new drive train as well is offered to those who desire power and muscle.

Specifications

General Info
Vehicle Type: Super Sport Coupe Est. Market Price: $50,000.00
Fuel Tank Capacity: 18 gals (68L) MPG: NA
Dimensions
Length: 177 in. (449.5 cm) Wheelbase: 106.7 in. (271 cm)
Height: 48.6 in. (123.5 cm) Width: 73.9 in. (187.7 cm)
Luggage Capacity: NA Maximum Seating: 2
Performance
Engine: 6.2 Liter V8 LT1 Compression Ratio: 11.5: 1
Horsepower: 450 HP Torque: 450 lb-ft
Transmission: 7-Speed Manual 0-60 mph: 3.9 seconds

Engine

The 2014 Stingray is fitted with a 6.2 Liter LTI V8 engine that combines advanced technology such as; Active Fuel Management, direct injection, and continuously-variable-valve-timing. With these advancements, the car is able to produce 450 horsepower and 450 lbs-ft of torque.
In turn, the power enables the car to accelerate from zero to 60 mph in less than 4 seconds. The engine is driven by either a new 7-speed manual gearbox with Active-Rev-Matching that predicts gear selection, matching gear speed for ideal shifts at any time; or the 6 speed automatic paddle shifter.

Performance

The new Stingray is also ranked as the most fuel-efficient Corvette, with a fuel efficiency rating that exceeds the current model's 26 mpg. A track-capable Z51 Performance-Package will also be fitted in this car and it comprises of a dry-sump oiling system, transmission and differential cooling, electronic limited-slip differential and integral brake.


Exterior

The exterior is made of lightweight materials including: carbon-nano-composite underbody panels, carbon fiber hood, composite fenders, rear quarter panels, as well as an aluminum frame that will help in shifting the weight towards the rear side for a maximum 50/50 weight balance.
The exterior also features a superior high-intensity discharge and LED lighting as well as racing proven aerodynamics.

Interior

The interior is composed of real carbon fiber materials and aluminum to help in keeping the overall weight down. The hand-wrapped leather seats feature lightweight magnesium framework meant for outstanding support. Other interior features include: a dual 8-inch configurable infotainment/driver displays, and a 5-position Drive-Mode-Selector.
Over the years, Chevrolet has continued to offer fuel-efficient vehicles to its customers. With the 2014 Corvette Stingray, the automaker did not neglect this important feature. This model does not only have a better fuel economy than its previous models, but it also provides drivers with the heart stopping acceleration, race track capability, and admirable braking performance.
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