Car Of The Year In The World 2011

New York International Auto Show crowned World Car of the Year 2011 to electric cars Nissan Leaf. The award was given because the world stage Leaf is the first electric car that has the ability to walk 100 miles or 160 miles without charging the battery.

Late last year, Leaf also awarded the 2011 European Car of the Year beat Opel. Meanwhile, to win this year, Nissan Leaf was hard to compete with luxury brands BMW and Audi.

Currently, Leaf produced in Oppama, Japan. In the United States, Nissan's plant in Tennessee under construction, and is expected to be operational in 2012. Meanwhile, in Europe, Leaf will be produced at Nissan's plant in Sunderland, England, in 2013.

"Apparently, 2011 will be a boom year for Nissan Leaf," the report Earthtechling.com, Monday, May 2, 2011. This is because Nissan took ECOtality Coulombs Technologies Inc. and the battery charging system. "

Leaf Nissan car describe a future with zero emissions. The prototype car was based on the Nissan Tiida. However, Leaf uses an electric motor 80 kW (110 hp) / 280 Nm, and the battery is 24 kWh lithium-ion batteries that could push the car runs 160 km without a refill.

Nissan claims this car can go 140 km per hour. The battery can be charged with a voltage 480 volts, 220 volts and 110 volts. When the voltage is 480 volts, 80 percent of the battery charging takes 30 minutes. When 220 volts, such as electricity in homes, it takes 4 hours. Meanwhile, the voltage of 110 volts requires 16 hours.

This car is also equipped with sophisticated devices that are connected to global data centers. This system allows the driver to know the nearest charging station. In addition, the driver can access the entertainment for 24 hours without a break

Top Ten Special Edition Cars

Ascari  KZ1

The name is taken from a car behind the famous Italian Alberto Ascari, two times Formula 1 world champion in a row (1952-1953). This car was made in England by a company founded by inventor and entrepreneur named Netherlands Klaas Zwart. KZ1 product was first launched in 2003.

Chassis is made ​​of extremely lightweight carbon fiber and equipped with 5.0-liter V8 engine first used in the BMW Z8. Once modified, this machine is capable of removing the power of 500 horsepower Ascari so that could launch from 0 km / h to 100 km / h in just 3.6 seconds! Maximum speed of 320 km / hour.

KZ1 sold 235,000 pounds. The most fun is the owner of the KZ1 can feel the greatness of his car engine in the Ascari Race Resort in Southern Spain.

Cool motto: Ascari - the world's ultimate drivers' club and luxury retreat.

Aston Martin One-77

Aston Martin was recently sold by Ford Motor Co. to a consortium of Prodrive and David Richards. In the hands of new owners, they issued a new marketing strategy that buyers can book their car in accordance with customer tastes (customized).

The price: nearly approaching U.S. $ 1.75 million, only 77 cars that will be created. Coupe car is made ​​of carbon fiber monocoque with aluminum body panels are made ​​by hand, 3.7-liter V12 engine capable of 700 horsepower poured!

Interested in a One-77 brought into your home garage? It seems lo have to look at the used car market because all of his unit had been booked.

Caparo-T1

Dreams have imagined that a car used in Formula 1? Contact the car dealer wrote this. The car is very similar to the same seat F1 car is equipped with fenders and cockpit that can accommodate two people.

Caparo T1 made ​​by many people involved in the manufacture of the McLaren F1. Thanks to the use of carbon fiber and aluminum chassis and a variety of materials made ​​of lightweight material, weighs only 550 kg.

Think about the engine: 575 horsepower, is inserted in the central part of the overall length of the car, made ​​of aluminum, with a 3.5-liter V8, so lo to power-to-weight ratio of 1,000 horses per ton.

with 6-speed gear can take you from 0 km / h to 100 km / h in just 2.5 seconds. Price: 240.000 pounds.

Covini C6W

At first glance this car and there are only nerd plasticity in the land of fantasy through if stored on computers so that it can embed a pair of wheels on the bow of supercars.

But a car with 4 wheels front and 2 rear wheels is not a fantasy land dwellers. This car is really real. Ferrucio Covini was the first to create a car with 4 wheels front 30 years ago.

The function of this front 4 wheels (with 16-inch wheel size 20-inch front and the rear wheel) is to reduce aerodynamic resistance, braking more smoothly, more convenient control and minimize the effects of understeer.

The drawback certainly predictable. Weighs a growing and complex front suspension system. Beyond that, behind the engine hood made ​​C6W pinned Audi 4.2-liter 435 horsepower V8 is channeled to the rear wheels through a 6-speed manual gearbox.

Again the machine is inserted in the central part of the overall length of the car that is sustained by a structure made ​​of carbon fiber. Unfortunately, Covini C6W still a prototype.

Koenigsegg CCX and CCXR

Swedish small company founded by ambitious young designer named Christian von Koenigsegg, who has been designing and producing an world-class supercar in a number of very small but the result is maximum since 1994.

Their latest product is the CCX and CCXR. Two of these variants was first introduced to the public in 2008 Geneva Auto Show. Both are armed with machine supercharged 4.8-liter V8 designed by Koenigsegg, the CCXR but more environmentally friendly because it uses E85 or E100 ethanol addition can also use regular fuel.

When filled with E85, the CCXR to produce astonishing power of 1018 horsepower and torque of 108kg / m. Koenigsegg CCX released at a price of U.S. $ 1.75 million while U.S. $ 2 million CCXR.

KTM X-Bow

Besides well-known as a maker of motocross, KTM also successfully made ​​All Terrain Vehicle and now X-Bow (pronounced crossbow).

X-Bow uses carbon fiber monocoque chassis and engines equipped with 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder direct-injection made ​​by Audi.

Powered 240 horsepower while weighing just 790 pounds, as a result of X-Bow can be shot from rest to 100 km / h in less than 4 seconds and the speed was able to stop with a distance of 30.5 meters because Brembo disc brakes. X-Bow can be redeemed for U.S. $ 67,000.

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Stirling Moss

Few sportcar that have historical stories like Mercedes-Benz SL class. In the year 1954 version of the 300 SL 'Gullwing' became the first modern supercar.

A year after its launch 300 SL won the classic Mille Miglia race road race in Italy, driven by Stirling Moss (and the journalist Denis Jenkinson as navigator). More than half a century later, Mercedes-Benz gives awards to both make the SLR McLaren with Stirling Moss.

The collector car must race to get this edition because only 75 units are made ​​and cost U.S. $ 1.2 million.

As early type SLR, SLR special edition is not a roof and windshield - just wind the low screen height is not more than 10 cm.

In addition, applied to "roll hoops" in the back seat and dual side dual exhausts. Driven by the engine 4.5-liter supercharged V8 delivering 650 horsepower, acceleration from 0 km / h to 100 km / h no more than 3 seconds and maximum speed 350 km / hour.

Morgan AeroMax

AeroMax very exclusive and limited-edition factory-made small car in Britain 100 years old. AeroMax was launched in 2005 at the Geneva Auto Show as a concept car but thanks to the reaction of visitors at that time limited editionnya then be made that only 100 units. Dibandrol Price: U.S. $ 163,000.

Body and chassis AeroMax entirely of aluminum. 4.4-liter DOHC engine 325 horsepower V8-made BMW, that melesatkannya from 0 km / h to 100 km / h in 4.5 seconds.

Pagani Zonda Cinque

Since the children Horacio Pagani has dreamed of making a supercar. In 1999 he introduced Pagani Zonda C12, Mercedes-Benz engined supercar 7-liter 408 horsepower V12 AMG made​​.

Since that time the man born in Argentina has designed more than 100 cars. Cinque made ​​to meet the aspirations sportcar driving on the highway.

With the configuration of the V12 powered 678 horsepower, adrenaline is motivated. Cinque weight weighs only 1210 pounds due to the use of new materials in the form of a mixture of titanium and carbon fiber, as well as the titanium alloy wheels and other components made ​​of magnesium and titanium.

only be produced by 5-unit course in accordance with the meaning (Cinque was five in French). Sold for U.S. $ 1.5 million.

Venturi Fetish

Car maker Venturi French wine country of origin of products introduced Fetish, an electric-powered sports car first in the Mondial de l'auto show, Paris in 2004.

April 2008 Venturi Fetish announced that it will be equipped with more powerful electric motor that is VM300. Electric machine is powered 300 horsepower weighs 35 kilograms of torque at 280 lb-ft, more than enough to melesatkan roadster weighing 1125 kg from 0 km / h to 100 km / h less than 4 seconds.

The author claims that the Fetish can travel a distance of 290 km, with a constant speed of 88.5 km / h, with lithium-polymer battery pack can be recharged in 6 hours using a 220-volt, 16-amp charger is mounted in the car, or within 6 hours using a 32-amp external source. The total production of 25 units, all made ​​hand made ​​in Monaco and sold exclusively for buyers of avant-garde for U.S. $ 400,000.

Top 5 Luxurius Car Of The Moon

LeBlanc Mirabeau

Mirabeau is the newest car output Wysstec GmbH and Leblanc Cars. This car is a racecar that was prepared with the standard FIA / Le Mans. And the fact that this car can be used on the road. The main strength comes from Koenigsegg's V8 engine equipped with a Lysholm Screw Compressor compressor superiority car racing in general.

Saleen S7 Twin Turbo

Models with the power of the HP 750 has a maximum speed of up to 402 km / hour. S7 Twin Turbo is a supercar that is produced only in America. Classified as limited-edition car has a coupe that created solely by Saleen in Irvine, California.

Koenigsegg CCR

The result of the Swedish manufacturer that made ​​its debut in 2004 at the Geneva Auto Show is the title of fastest cars mass-produced the record defeat for 12 years who never held by McLaren. Velocity reached 386.7 km / h on the track along the 9 km.

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren

The work of this German manufacturer is the result of collaboration between Mercedes-Benz with McLaren Automotive. According to some commentators, automobile, this car can be classified as a type of super GT in accordance with the purpose of Mercedes Benz who want to combine the concept supercar and GT characteristics.

Porsche Carrera GT

GT model is powered by 5.7 liter V10 engine capable of producing 612 HP. Porsche claims that this brand will be able to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in just 3.9 seconds with a maximum runway capacity up to 330 km / h

Top 10 Celebrities Luxury Cars

For the celebrities who wallow material, buy a luxury car is not a difficult thing to do. Here is a list of celebrities with the most luxury cars starting from the sequence of 1-10 as reported by the celebrity lifestyle.

1. Jay Z 

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Do you know how much money spent rapper Jay-Z to buy his dream car? U.S. $ 8 million or about USD 71.4 billion spent on Beyonce’s husband had to buy a Maybach Exelero. In fact, with that much money, you could build a palace. But for Jay-z, have a car that could run fast, expensive and luxurious is a pride.

2. Birdman 

Rapper, real name Bryan Williams is spending U.S. $ 2.5 million or approximately USD 22.3 billion just to buy a car. The owner of Cash Money Records record company chose a more expensive Bugatti Veyron from Bugatti’s Simon Cowell as a horse.

3. Simon Cowell 

Former American Idol judge, Simon Cowell showed that he loved the speed with buying a car the Bugatti Veyron. Simon purchased the luxury car costing U.S. $ 1.7 million or approximately USD 15 billion. Although he bought the car it has a title as the second fastest car in the world, Simon has not been satisfied. British man to enter his name on a waiting list to purchase Cabriolet 100EX. He also has a Ferrari and Rolls Royce Phantom in his garage.

4. Jerry Seinfeld

Comedian Jerry Seinfeld bought his 959 Porsche cars for U.S. $ 700 thousand,. Not only can run fast, silver-colored car that also has a unique design. Moreover, the car was only produced as much as 337 units. But Jerry was not able to drive his favorite for everyday activities because they do not meet emissions requirements in the United States.

5. Nicolas Cage

Actor Nicolas Cage is a celebrity who has a hobby because it is affected by his role in a movie. He became addicted to speed after starring in the movie ‘Gone in 60 Seconds’. A red Ferrari Enzo car bought 46-year-old actor for U.S. $ 670 thousand or approximately USD 5.98 billion. However, due to debt, Nicolas is forced to sell his car.

6. Jay Leno

Comedian Jay Leno is known as celebrity hobby of collecting luxury cars. Mercedes SLR McLaren to be one of the main silver mounts berkelir favorite host of ‘The Jay Leno Show’ it. Besides, he also has a Stanley Steamer Dodge Challenger 1906 and 1970 in his garage.

7. David Beckham

British footballer David Beckham is not arbitrary to choose a vehicle as a horse. Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead black hers purchased for U.S. $ 407 thousand or approximately USD 4.9 billion. Price does not include a specially designed wheels and other accessories.

8. P. Diddy

Rapper’s full name Sean John Combs is spending money that does little to buy a present for his son named Justin. On his birthday the 16th, the singer of ‘I’ll Be Missing’ You had to buy a luxury car costing U.S. $ 360 thousand or approximately USD 3.2 billion.

9. Paris Hilton

Paris Hilton bought the Bentley Continental GT pink as a Christmas gift in 2008 for herself. He bought the car in order to realize her childhood dream of a fanatic with a barbie. That’s why she chose the color pink for the car he bought for U.S. $ 285 thousand, or about Rp 2.54 billion.

10. Kim Kardashian

Usually, actress Kim Kardashian Bentley Continental GT driving to accompany the activities. But the star of ‘Disaster Movie’ it looks more ‘hot’ while riding his new car, the Ferrari F430. Kim bought the Italian-made car costing U.S. $ 186,925 or approximately USD 1.69 billion in treatment costs around

Most Beautiful Car In The World (Alfa Romeo 1937)

The car was created not just to show off the engine or power his greatness, but Also the car was created as a beautiful work of art.

To create a list of the most beautiful car in the world, Forbes magazine asked a group of experts to judge and give the nomination. The jury was asked to provide a list of cars in different eras and manufacturers that beauty is undeniable.

In the list of the most beautiful cars in the world have Alfa Romeo output in 1937 to a Porsche 911, which is still produced. All these cars have the appearance that will be able to amaze the entire generation.

From the results of the judging it, which was considered the most beautiful car in the world and throughout history is the 1937 Alfa Romeo output. Even Rob Myers, founder of RM Auto, famous antique car auction houses in Canada, said that Alfa Romeo output in 1937 is one of the most beautiful thing in the world and throughout history.

Vehicles from the 1937 Another entry in the list of most beautiful cars in the world are Delahaye 135MS Figoni et Falascgi and Mercedes-Benz 540K Special Roadster. While the output in 1938 is a year younger Talbot-Lago T-CSS.

Why are so many cars of the 1930s that goes into this list? Motor vehicle production was reaching its highest point in terms of resources and enthusiasm in the period between World Wars  I and World War II, which has brought production cars that period into the design and artistic levels are high.

Each model is updated at least every two years, and every year is produced with a different model from the previous year. The cars produced a serious work of art that is unique, not like today, which is made from the model produced by another company.

Art Inspired by Ian Cameron, Rolls-Royce designers leaders declared that music is one of inspiration from the creation of a car. For Rolls-Royce chief designer of the new 200EX, creating a car can be likened to playing in a band. "You start with an hour session, and at any given point will turn into a melody," he said.

Design plays an important role in the entry of Porsche 911 on the list of world's most beautiful car this time. Although this model is not as attractive as other models in the list, but the fact that this model can survive for fifty years without any changes, means an indicator of the genius of its creator in the early 1960s ago. This will be very difficult to expect from modern cars.

According to experts, the current car manufacturers did not bother to create designs that can have profound and high value for collectors. The lack of artistic beauty of the modern model is one result of financial difficulties experienced by manufacturers of world manufacturing. According to experts, the cars produced at this time no more than a disposable diaper that can be discarded. Pathetic is not it?

Best Of The Best Car In The World 2011

It’s no secret that buy Playboy magazine for the sake of interesting articles that it publishes. Of course, you might say. But in fact, in this edition extensive male audience, so all materials that appear on its pages represent what they want to see men: sports, politics and, of course, cars. You probably think about Playboy Mansion travels a great variety of insanely expensive wheelbarrows. Presenting a list of the best cars in 2011 according to Playboy.

Best convertible: Porsche Boxster Spyder

Best Sports Sedan: Aston Martin Rapide

 Best Sports Coupe: Cadillac CTS-V

Best SUV: Jeep Grand Cherokee

Best hybrid: Honda CR-Z 

The best electro-mobile: Chevrolet Volt

Greatest chance of success: Hyundai Equus

Best of the cheap: Mazda 2

And the winner is the…………

Best Car 2011: 2011 Mercedes Benz SLS AMG 

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Top 10 Luxury Cars In The World

Many people prefer luxury cars for their plush interiors, elegant exterior and the technology that comes with it. But let's face it, how many among us can purchase a luxury car? Not many, those of us that still want to "ride like a king" have the possibility to rent a car for a couple of days. With this article we will present 10 of the most popular luxury cars in 2009. Keep in mind that the following ranking is random.

    BMW 3 Series '“ it is offered in sedan, coupe, convertible and even a wagon version. The 2009 model comes with a face lifted exterior and here we include new tail and head lights. New for 2009 is the 335d model that has a 6 cylinder twin-turbo diesel engine. It is not only nature friendly but quite sporty.

  
Mercedes Benz C Class '“ it is the entry-luxury sedan car which was redesigned in 2009 and offered in either Sport or Luxury trim. Although an entry-level luxury car, it comes with a bunch of technologies that not only will make your riding more comfortable but it will also keep you safe.

    

Cadillac CTS '“ received a face lift back in 2008 when both the exterior and interior were changed in order to refresh the look of the car. The model also received numerous technological gizmos: DVD navigation system + touch screen LCD, Bose 5.1 Cabin Surround and a Smart Remote Start system.


 

Acura TL '“ in 2009 it reached the fourth edition and is the best selling model for the Acura Company. It comes with the brand's spanking new Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) as well as new engines like the V6 3.5l 280 hp or the more powerful 305 hp V6 3.7l. Acura also included a set of new technologies like: Keyless Access System with push-button start, Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition, AcuraLink real-time traffic, real-time weather with Doppler-style radar mapping and Bluetooth audio connectivity.

   
BMW 5 Series '“ yes, another BMW. Last year in 2009, it received a brand new look and redesigned interior. The older 525i and 525xi were replaced with the new 528i and 528xi models, each of them receiving new standard 230 hp engines. The 530i and 530xi were replaced by the 535i and 535xi, and upgraded with a 300-horsepower twin-turbo inline-six engine as standard equipment.

   Audi A4 '“ got a facelift last year which made it longer, wider and a bit lower in comparison with the older model. The new A4 received LED daytime lights and 2 new engines '“ the 2.0 liter TFSI 4-cylinder and the 3.2-liter FSI V6 engine.

   Infiniti G Sedan '“ comes with a remarkable 3.7l V6 engine capable of outputting 328 hp with a new 7 speed automatic transmission with Downshift Rev Matching, Drive Sport mode and Adaptive Shift Control (ASC). Interior changes to this model include fully revised interior trim, softer-touch lower door panels, a brighter aluminum trim color and redesigned seat heater switches.

   Hyundai Genesis '“ it is powered by either a V6 or V8 engine, the latter being capable of producing 375 hp.  It features world-class driving dynamics and the latest high-tech features at the price of entry-level premium brand vehicles. Some of the most important features are: a Lexicon 15-speaker surround sound audio system with a 6-disc CD changer; wood-trimmed leather steering wheel; ultra premium leather seating surfaces and a power glass sunroof as well as a power tilt and telescopic steering column.

 
Lexus IS '“ debuted in 1999 at the Detroit Motor Show and received the latest update last year in 2009 which includes a fresh wave exterior makeover as well as stylish and elegant interior upgrades plus improved handling. For the 2009 model, Lexus IS received the advanced Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) system.

 
Jaguar XF Series - The XF is offered in three distinct trim levels: Luxury, Premium Luxury and Supercharged. The Supercharged is powered by an incredible 420-horsepower supercharged 4.2-liter V8 engine, while the Luxury and Premium Luxury trims are powered by a 4.2-liter naturally aspirated V8. All of the trims come with a modern 6 speed fully automatic transmission.



As you might have thought, the most popular luxury cars are not the most expensive ones. It is good to know that you can get quality and luxury for decent prices. We do not mean that a Maybach or a Rolls Royce are a bad choice, but paying over 300,000 $ for a car is just too much for many people.