After years of research and experiments we finally had a solar powered vehicle that truly lived up to the concept. The all new Venturi Astrolab boasts of being the first commercialized high performance vehicle powered by solar energy. Its 3.6 square meter photovoltaic cells yield an incredible 21% and its covering of nano-prisms enable much denser concentration of the solar energy.
Jaguar’s symbolic XK120, a sports car was manufactured from during the late and early 1950s. It succeeded the classic SS 100 whose manufacturing was stopped in 1940, soon after the 2nd World War began. The London Motor Show in 1948 saw the launch of the XK120. Soon after its introduction it became a rage and was able to set a new benchmark in car production.
Yoshiyuki Hayashi, the famous car collector from Japan is the proud owner of several cars with great historical significance. Some of his prized collections include Ferraris like the 166MM, couple of Daytonas, a 250 Spider California and many more. In a classic of case, he once asked Zagato if he could create a customized body for one of his Ferraris, the 575M in lines of the highly acclaimed 250GTZ Berlinetta. On receiving this request Zagato presented the idea to Ferrari and this is when the 575 GTZ Zagato was conceptualized and built. Also the timing was perfect as this was also the anniversary of this model.
The latest BMW Z4 Coupe, first showcased in the Frankfurt Motor Show, 2005 is definitely one of the best two-seater sports cars today. It is all set to give all the lovers of sports cars a whole new experience of driving and is surely to change the rules of the road.
The start of the Seventies saw newer innovation and intervention in the design and structure of the Baracuda. It was branded as the “Cuda” and the new design was strikingly different from the preceding models with sleeker and sportier features. It was Hemi-powered and was sold without warranty.
The 440-6 and 426 Hemi made the performance of the Barracudas highly proficient. The engine was easy to modify to a degree and in either way; original or modified, one could in effect have a five sit race car. In the year 1971, more alteration took place with a different frame and taillights. This Hemi-powered design is considered to be legendary version and is much sought after by automobile collectors of today.
The Lamborghini Countach LP400 was the supercar that popularized the sharp angular look in many high performance car of its era. Manufactured by Lamborghini in Italy, the car went into production from 1971 till the year 1990. The first prototype of the car made its debut at the illustrious Geneva Motor Show in 1971.
Mini is considered to be the most well-liked British car and was manufactured by the British Motor Corporation from 1959 to 2000. Being a star of the 60s, the car was a benchmark for many other car manufacturers during its time. The Mini was also ranked second as the most significant car of the past century in an international poll. Sir Alec Issigonis is credited for the wonder design of this revolutionary car.
Chrysler Corporation initially marketed the Dodge Ram Van which was later taken over by Daimler Chrysler. The Ram Van being a cargovan also had a passenger version called the Dodge Ram Wagon. The production of the full size van started in 1971 and was built on B platform. During that time, the cargovans were called the Dodge Tradesman and the passenger vans were marketed as Dodge Sportsman.
At its launch, the 1978 Fiat Ritmo was touted as the most distinctive small car in the entire Europe. The car was styled by Bertone of Italy. The car could not manage to do much business in the U.S. and U.K. due to its unconventional looks. In those days a ladies sanitary towel in U.S. also had a make by the name Ritmo and hence it was introduced as Fiat Strada in the country. The Ritmo had a front wheel drive which was similar to the conventional 128.
Ferrari cars are known for their technical and sporting excellence. Their cars are tailor-made for racing and provide explicit technological message. One such model is the Ferrari Enzo. The car came into the scene in the year 2002 and was presented by Luca di Montezemolo.
The car, driven by World Champion Michael Schumacher, came on top in the Constructor’s World Championship for four straight years. The name of the historic car comes from the name of the founder of the company.
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