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2015 Ferrari 488 GTB at the motor show in Geneva


For many years at Ferrari wanted to know nothing more of the turbo engine, but now the Italians seem to have to bow to the downsizing and turbo pressure. In the evolution of the Ferrari 458 Italia beating already known from the California T V8 biturbo engine. However, the 3.9 liter for use in the mid-engine sports enthusiasts was again revised significantly. The bottom line of the eight-cylinder engine produces 670 hp, which bear only at 8,000 tours and sends a maximum torque of 760 Nm at 3000 / min. conditions dual clutch transmission.

Thus, the Ferrari 488 GTB surpasses the 458 clearly what is also reflected in the performance. Ferrari promises even three seconds for the sprint from zero to 100 km / h, 8.3 to 200 and more than 335 km / h. The Fiorano track to the Ferrari 488 GTB in 1:23 min. circumnavigate. Ah yes, the fuel consumption is given as 11.4 liters, the dry weight is said to be 1370 kg.


Ferrari 488 GTB with a completely new aerodynamics
The optical changes to the Ferrari 488 GTB mainly concern the front and the air intakes on the flanks. Similar to the historical model 308 GTB the intake ports start in the pages already in the doors, but grow in front of the rear wheels on almost gigantic proportions. A close plated wing then divides the air flow. Were also enlarged air intakes in the front. In addition, the cooling air must pass directly behind the front bumper back on the hood. A double lip spoiler to increase downforce. Vortex channels on the lower floor, a new rear spoiler and active aerodynamics at the diffuser elements have the same goal. To give more space to the diffuser, exhaust tailpipes had to move upward. Overall, the Ferrari 488 GTB should have won against the 458 by 50% of output and also have a significantly reduced air resistance.


But even with the electronic helpers Ferrari has refilled. The drift assistant was further refined and links next to the traction control and the E-differential with electronically controlled dampers. In the interior of the Ferrari 488 GTB keep new instruments and a new infotainment system tray.

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2013 Volvo V40 brings with a completely new compact car in the premium segment of the market.

The V40 will set new standards in its class and Volvo to bring new sales records. The engineer thus had a thick build-up and specifications provided the V40 with anything available today in terms of safety and comfort in its class.

2013 volvo v40

For the first time the volvo V40 also comes with a pedestrian airbag, an absolute novelty on the car market. In addition to the 436.9 cm long Swedes are also plenty of other security features, such as a lane departure warning, the City Safety system of the second generation, a speed limit display, an adaptive cruise control, the Rear Cross Traffic Alert, or a fatigue Warner available.

The acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h, the weakest V40 done in 12.3 seconds, top speed is 185 km / h In practice this means a very lively driving experience, and also out on mountainous roads yet plenty of power from below.

Come to the light steering, which can be adjusted depending on the model in three different levels of lightness, and the soft-switching to 6-speed manual gearbox. With the chassis and suspension engineers have a good compromise between sportiness and comfort found.

The consumption of this is very economical. With only 3.6 liters per 100 kilometers to settle for the V40, which corresponds to CO2 emissions of only 94 grams per kilometer. The positive values ​​of consumption, we could almost reach in the first test ride around Verona, in the mountainous stages, of course, you must take into account one or two liters more.

The interior design combines a sporty feel and comfort. The completely redesigned valves appear at first glance very futuristic, but they show all the important features of good.

The driver can choose between three different representations. In Eco mode, the emphasis is placed on the presentation of efficiency, in Eleganze mode on a beautiful display, and in Sport mode is transformed to the speedometer and tachometer, the valves are illuminated with a red border.

Very comfortable and the seat comfort including the adjustable armrest is in front. The panoramic glass roof space appear larger the positive feeling that has broken generous, especially in the front row.

The space for rear passengers is tight and sporty cut the trunk volume is not having a capacity of 335 liters come just great. Thus, the Volvo V40 is designed more to lifestyle-oriented customers looking for a luxurious and sporty compact car.


The powerful petrol engine and the two top-diesel can also be ordered with a 6-speed automatic, which we were also able to learn in the two top models.

The 6-speed automatic transmission always has the right gear ready, shifting is not as quickly as with some other gear. If you want to sort the programs themselves can switch to sport mode and then switching via the right stick for the course.

Very good work and the security systems. The Lane Assist takes a while back on the right track, and the new Rear Cross Traffic Alert warns motorists when pushing back against that approach up to 30 meters from the vehicle. Also worth mentioning is praising the City Safety system, which is now up to 50 km / h and can reduce or prevent accidents by much.

The Volvo V40 can be ordered from July, the delivery of customer vehicles will start as of September 2012. Those who still tolerated by the end of the year, can then be ordered with the V40 T5 the most powerful version, which is 254-hp Volvo available from December 2012.

BMW has fitted the 7 Series a facelift and provide them with some technical highlights. From July 2012 the new 7 Series is available.

At first sight you can see the new 2013 BMW 7 Series to the modified front end including the new LED headlights. In addition, the BMW kidney grille now has only nine instead of twelve struts. The subtle changes make the new 7 Series, but look even more dynamic.

2013 bmw 7 series

The new lighting design of LED lights is not very striking, and the light output and glare-free illumination of the roadway to set new standards. Supports the driver in the LED high-beam assistant that automatically adjusts the brightness and wide.

Many highlights are waiting for the passengers but also in the slightly revised interior. New leather seats and an optimal noise level for even more comfort. On request, also for the individual rear seats that can be customized.

An optional rear seat entertainment with a new flat screen monitor in 9.2 "format makes it even over long distances for good entertainment. A perfect sound experience also promises the new Bang & Olufsen high-end surround sound system with 1,200 watts and 16 speakers, including an illuminated center speaker, which can be lowered almost entirely in the instrument panel.


New in the 7 Series is also the multi-functional instrument display with selectable fields and a central Control Display with 3D graphics.

In the engine, customers can recover from a wide range of powerful, efficient engines, but select. The driving experience with ECO PRO mode switch and sail feature opens up additional savings.

Standing next to the top model BMW 760i with 12-cylinder engine for the BMW 740i, a new 6-cylinder engine and the BMW 750i, a revised V8 petrol engine available. The 760i is rated at 544 hp (400 kW) and accelerates the large sedan in 4.6 seconds from 0 to 100 km / h The average consumption is said to be 12.8 liters.
Little slower, but much more efficient, the revised 750i, whose 8-cylinder engine a power output of 450 hp (330 kW) is reached and the BMW brings in 4.8 seconds from standstill to 100 km / h. The fuel consumption is just 8.6 liters per 100 kilometers.

With a consumption of 7.9 liters per 100 kilometers, the 320 hp (235 kW) 740i then again a trace more economical way. An absolute miracle consumption is expected but the new BMW 750D have xDrive.

Under the hood of the new model works most of the six-cylinder in the world, the spoils with an output of 381 hp (280 kW). In just 4.9 seconds to reach from the state of 100 km / h, the consumption is expected to amount only 6.4 liters per 100 kilometers.

Absolutely it is only 5.7 liters then bring the revised 740d, with an output of 313 hp (230 kW) is also a child of sorrow. As the base engine is the 730d is used, which is content with its 258 hp (190 kW) with 5.6 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers.

Anyone interested can order the 730d, 740d and the 750i and the addition of the xDrive all-wheel drive. Also in the program is still the BMW ActiveHybrid7, whose 6-cylinder gasoline engine by 55 hp (40 kW) electric motor is supported.
The system output is 354 hp (260 kW), making the big BMW sprints in 5.7 seconds to 100 km / h. With a consumption of 6.8 liters is the hybrid BMW once again be more economical way.

For more safety and provide revised new assistance systems such as the BMW Night Vision and Dynamic Light Spot with pedestrian recognition, Driver Assist Plus with Stop & Go function, Active Protection with automatic drowsiness detection or the Speed ​​Limit. Also, the navigation system has been revised, is now more powerful and shines with a new map display and 3D City fashion.

The new 2013 BMW 7 Series is available in July 2012, the price start at $ 71.895. In addition to the normal version of the 7 Series will also reflect a long-wheelbase version with a larger and more comfortable for rear passengers.