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November 30th, 2009 | 
Author: Bugatti Veyron 16.4
Technology :
With its 16cylinder fourwheel drive the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 may well be the most sophisticated production vehicle of all times.
Most of the components tucked beneath its hood are ingenious innovations that were formerly only deemed possible by visionaries like Ferdinand Piech.
Boasting a maximum speed of more than 400 km per hour the Veyron is unmatched in the super sports category. It offers a total of 1001 HP and its ample power reserves even at high speeds are the fabric of dreams for luxuryclass limousines: for a constant speed of 250 km/h the Veyron only needs 270280 HP. This means that the sevengear clutch transmission works with a torque of up to 1250 Newton meters. The Electronic Stability Program ESP ensures the necessary flexibility and maneuverability at any speed. The Veyron reaches velocities that would literally lift the car off the ground if it were not for its ingenious aerodynamics which keeps it firmly on the road even at full speed. Adjusting the back spoiler reducing ground clearance opening and closing the lids it all adds to the perfect balance between propulsion and down force. Such a super sports car may not seem to be brought to a halt easily but the Veyrons ceramic brakes slow it down faster than it can accelerate. While it takes this exceptional car only 2.5 seconds to go from 0 to 100 km/h it needs even less time a mere 2.3 seconds to come to a standstill from 100 reference point. To reduce the risk of injuries in accidents Bugatti had a Formula 1 safety concept adapted for the Veyron. All these technical details combine to make the Veyron a truly exceptional super sports car.
Speed:
The Veyron 16.4 is the fastest production vehicle of all times.
The car documents state a maximum velocity of 407 km/h but that is an understatement. For years the Bugatti engineers had worked thoroughly in order to push the 400 km/h boundary. No wind tunnel can simulate this velocity which is why after each of a long series of improvements the different ground clearance levels and the modifications of the rear fenders spoiler and underbody were tested separately on highspeed test ranges. This ambition and diligence paid off as the official speed measurement proves.
The Veyrons high velocity is due to the perfect combination of engine technology consistent lightweight construction specially developed tyres and the complex balance of propulsion and down force. For not only the aerodynamic drag is a crucial factor at very high speeds but also the precise adjustment of the down force that holds the car to the road surface. And in addition to all this the Veyron production vehicle meets the highest safety reliability and maneuverability standards of even the most discerning drivers.
To create the optimum aerodynamics the Bugatti engineers developed three configuration modes. In standard mode used for speeds up to 220 km/h the rear spoiler system is completely retracted. In handling mode used at higher velocities the vehicles nose is pulled down and the monumental rear spoiler deployed. This produces an additional 350 kg of down force without compromising the Veyrons exceptional turn dynamics. And then there is the top speed mode for velocities beyond 375 km/h which is activated before the engine is started. At top speed mode the front diffuser flaps are shut to make the underbody absolutely level and the spoiler is completely aligned with the chassis forming a tearing edge thus the Veyron is perfectly adapted for top velocities. The down force is reduced to minimize the strain on the tyres which is already considerable. The car is held down on the road by its own weight and the down force. The Veyron starts immediately at top speed mode allowing only for a limited turn of the steering wheel. As soon as the driver brakes the Veyron automatically switches to handling mode. But those who dare to accelerate consistently on a long straight road will experience the power of the fastest production vehicle of all times.
Driving:
Bugattis Veyron 16.4 is the first super sports car with guaranteed ESP functionality at all speeds including top velocity tested and approved by exceptional racecar drivers.
The first ESP tests at velocities beyond 300 km/h were performed on the dried salt lakes in the American Southwest. The lowfriction ground surface is ideal for taking a cars road grip to the limit. Featuring intelligent fourwheel drive and four electronic controls the sports car is as safe as it is fast. Two steerage systems a Haldex clutch and the rear axle locking diff provide the necessary dynamics while the brake pressure regulation and active torque control ensure controllability.
In addition to the ingenious electronic controls the Veyron 16.4 features highprecision engineering and a perfect underbody based on stateoftheart racing technology. Double traverse control arms in the front and rear guarantee precise wheel control. All elements work smoothly together with minimal friction and a maximum of stability. Suspension cushioning and stabilizers react directly and immediately. The steering system is equally well balanced: the high connection stiffness of all elements ensures direct reactivity. The car follows each and every move of the driver at any speed and with exactly the right dose of servo support. The latter is gradually decreased towards top velocity making for easy maneuverability in city traffic smooth directional stability at high speeds and precise flawless corner turns on country roads.
The tyres are the last but certainly not the least factor determining driving dynamics and security. The Veyron 16.4 tires feature a specially developed rubber compound customized tire tread and an elaborate tire pressure control system.
Structure:
A super sports car like the Veyron 16.4 needs to be light in order to reach top speeds.
From the initial concept to the design and the selection of materials the Bugatti engineers tapped the full potential of their considerable expertise to ensure that this car is indeed a lightweight. Titanium Carbon Magnesium and Aluminum each part of the Veyron 16.4 is made of the material with the lowest weight and the highest level of functionality. The titanium piston rods save approx. 4 kg of weight the titanium screws 3.5 kg and the magnesium valve caps another 2 kg. By reducing the wheelbase the original weight was reduced by about a third and the titanium exhaust system another Veyron 16.4 first with its waferthin layer of titanium aluminite saves yet another 17 kg. These combined efforts capped the Veyron 16.4s weight at a compact 1888 kg. Add the cars highpowered performance and unmatched speed and you have a uniquely fast and nimble super sports car.
Optimum protection is guaranteed by the cars carbon monocoque construction: weighing only 110 kg the survival cell withstands enormous crash impact forces. This principle is comparable to that used in the Formula 1 world where drivers usually emerge uninjured from their cars even after severe accidents. The maximum impact force reduction is mainly due to the frames integrated in the carbon monocoque. The front part of the monocoque is made of aluminum; the rear consists of a combination of Carbon Stainless Steel and Aluminum. The cars safety concept which includes two frontal airbags for the frontseat occupants is so sophisticated that additional airbags would be redundant. Crash tests have shown the Veyron 16.4 to conform to all international safety standards and to exceed them. As painful as it was for the engineers to watch their valuable prototypes hit the test wall they were always glad to see that the Veyron survived these maneuvers almost unharmed.
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Body Kits Are Affordable
Just as cars are available over a wide range of prices so are body kits. Therefore just as you can look for a car within your budget so also you can look for a body kit within your budget. And finally the best looking cars are not always the most expensive ones so you don’t have to spend a lot to make your car look great you have to spend wisely.
If you for example take ten cars from a parking lot of whom you think the owner has done them up well you will probably find that the expenses incurred by them vary a lot. Why is that? That is because each of those ten car owners besides spending money would also have applied their mind to how they are using it. For example they would have considered how the body kit affects the color scheme and how it affects the styling. They would also have taken care that the body kits fit nicely onto the car. Therefore when you have a budget to do up your car remember body kits are affordable and the main point to remember is to apply your mind.
If you have a small budget you can buy just the front and rear bumpers. Fiber glass ones are usually the most affordable body kits though with deals and special offers happening all the while it is best to go online and check out the options available.
As your budget goes up you can consider other components such as ground effects and car spoiler. You can look for good deals and buy the one that is giving you the best value for your money.
You can also go in for low cost high impact components such as grills and car mirror to enhance the look of your car without burning a hole in your pocket.
You also have the option of second hand body kits but those are not easy to buy and you can make a mistake easily. For example all damage is not visible to the unaided eye. Therefore unless you know the history of the used body kits well say they are from a friend’s car you should buy new ones.
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Bmw Transfers 50 Stake To Chrysler
German carmaker Bavarian Motor Works BMW said on Thursday that it has transferred its 50 percent stake in Brazilian engine joint venture Tritec Motors Limitada to DaimlerChrysler’s Chrysler Group division.
As for the deal which requires regulatory approval BMW gave no financial details.
In a statement the car maker said that Chrysler Group has assumed the responsibility for exploring longterm options for the Tritec operations. Thus all possible alternatives for continuing the business for the long run are under analysis and assessment. The sale may include one of the facilities to a third party.
Tritec established in 1997 produces 1.4 and 1.6litre fourcylinder petrol engines for BMW’s Mini brand and some Chrysler models. In January 2000 its largescale production began. The statement said that the plant’s annual production capacity is nearly 250000 units.
A BMW spokesman said that the company would replace the motors with those made through its engine alliance with French carmaker PSA.
About BMW
Along with its automotive concerns the BMW Group is composed of the development production and marketing of automobiles and motorcycles. It is also into financial services.
The BMW Group is the sole car maker in the world to pursue a purely premium strategy for all market sectors covered by its brands from exclusive smaller cars to topoftherange luxury limousines. Its car brands include BMW MINI and RollsRoyce Motor Cars. The Group also manufactures quality BMW 318i parts.
As to motorcycles BMW also uses premium as the key word. The Groups strategy is to develop and build the best motorcycles set standards in connection with technology environmental protection and safety and provide outstanding customer service in the pre and aftersales phases.
The Group also perceives financial services as a key factor for success in today’s mobile world. It provides financing and leasing asset management dealer financing and company car pools services.
Other business interests include insurance Bavaria Wirtschaftsagentur GmbH IT consulting and systems integration Softlab GmbH.
About Chrysler Group
Chrysler is an American automobile manufacturer. It has independently been producing automobiles since 1925. Chrysler and its subsidiaries were part of the German based DaimlerChrysler AG from 1998 to 2007 after a burdensome deal known as a “Merger of Equals” with DaimlerBenz in 1998. Before 1998 Chrysler Corporation traded in the auto industry under the “C” symbol on the NYSE. Its U.S. operations are generally referred to today as the Chrysler Group. Mopar is another popular term for all Chrysler cars. It is actually the name for its parts operation.
In May 14 2007 DaimlerChrysler AG announced the sale of 80.1 percent of Chrysler Group to Cerberus Capital Management L.P. an American equity firm. When the transaction is completed Chrysler will take on the name Chrysler Holding LLC.
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