Showing posts with label Cars. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Cars. Show all posts

Sunday, June 19, 2011

2011 Audi Sport Cars A1 Clubsport quattro Concept

2011 Audi Sport Cars A1 Clubsport quattro Concept
This year the automaker is set to stun show goers once again with yet another sultry A1 sports car concept, last year Audi showed off no less than seven concept cars based on its A1 compact at Austria’s annual Wörthersee Tour GTI meet. The latest is called the 2011 Audi Sport Cars A1 Clubsport quattro Concept and it’s essentially a preview of new adhesive film decals set to be released in an upcoming accessories program for the A1 family of hatchbacks.
2011 Audi Sport Cars A1 Clubsport quattro Concept
The new 2011 Audi Sport Cars A1 Clubsport quattro Concept is a sports car built to the limits of technology for breathtaking dynamics. 2011 Audi A1 Clubsport Quattro Concept with turbocharging and direct fuel injection. It gives the impression of having just emerged from the shop, freshly painted, on its way to the first rollout on the race track. The 2011 Audi Sport Cars A1 Clubsport quattro Concept is a one-off vehicle built to the limits of technology for breathtaking dynamics. Audi is presenting the showcar in Reifnitz, in the Austrian state of Kärnten, at the Wörtherseetour 2011. The 30th edition of this major meeting for Audi, Seat, Skoda and VW fans takes place from June 1 - 4, 2011.
2011 Audi Sport Cars A1 Clubsport quattro Concept
The engine of the 2011 Audi Sport Cars A1 Clubsport quattro Concept is a conventional gasoline engine – a five-cylinder unit displacing 2.5-liter with direct fuel injection and turbocharging. Compared to the version used in the Audi TT, RS, and RS3 Sportback, which it is based, has production in the TFSI has significantly increased to 370 kW (503 hp) and 660 Nm (486.79 pounds ft) of torque. The maximum power is available between 2,500 and 5,300 rpm. With the six-speed manual transmission and Quattro permanent all-wheel drive, both taken from the TT RS and enhanced, deliver the power to all four wheels.
2011 Audi Sport Cars A1 Clubsport quattro Concept
The turbocharger, intercooler, admission tract and the exhaust line have been systematically tuned for high performance, and just like on Audi’s DTM race cars, the tailpipe is located on the left flank, just in front of the rear wheel. The 2011 Audi Sport Cars A1 Clubsport quattro Concept with its total weight of just 1,390 kg (3,064 pounds). The powerful engine propels the car from 0 to 100 km / h (62.14 mph) in 3.7 seconds. 0 to 200 km / h (124.27 mph) takes just 10.9 seconds while the car goes from 80 to 120 km / h (49.71 to 74.56 mph) in fourth gear in just 2, 4 seconds. A gearbox six-speed manual and four-wheel drive, Top speed the 2011 Audi Sport Cars A1 Clubsport quattro Concept is governed to 250 km / h (155.34 mph).
2011 Audi Sport Cars A1 Clubsport quattro Concept
Some special elements include a carbon fiber roof, a black honeycomb designed grille, widened fenders, a double blade rear wing and a huge rear diffuser. The interior has also been stripped out, with many of the standard pieces being replaced with either carbon fiber or aluminum. Three custom instruments indicate the oil pressure, boost pressure and electrical system voltage, and red four-point belts secure the driver and passenger.
The 2011 Audi Sport Cars A1 Clubsport quattro Concept showcar rolls on 255/30 low-profile tires mounted on 19-inch alloy wheels with a unique turbine design. Sitting behind the wheels are large, internally ventilated disc brakes. Up front, six-piston calipers grab perforated carbon fiber-ceramic discs. Large steel discs are mounted on the rear axle. The coilover suspension of the Audi A1 clubsport quattro features adjustable compression and rebound damping.
2011 Audi Sport Cars A1 Clubsport quattro Concept
The interior of the 2011 Audi Sport Cars A1 Clubsport quattro Concept is a study in dark gray. Large areas are covered with exposed, matt-finished CFRP, including the walls in the rear section of the car. The CFRP material used on the open-spoked sport steering wheel is covered with leather. Rocker switches on the center console replace switches on the control stalk and in the door panels. Three additional instruments indicate the oil pressure, boost pressure and electrical system voltage.
2011 Audi Sport Cars A1 Clubsport quattro Concept
Many of the features of the 2011 Audi Sport Cars A1 Clubsport quattro Concept will soon show up in the accessories program for the A1 family, which Audi is steadily expanding. Adhesive film decals in the contrasting colors Amalfi White, Ice Silver, metallic and Daytona Gray, pearl effect for the vehicles' shoulders are available immediately. Another option is the union square lifestyle kit. It comprises exterior decals and design elements for the interior, both with a diamond pattern. Audi is presenting both this and the A1 aerodynamics competition kit at the Wörtherseetour. The customer can order this add-on kit painted either in the body color or in a contrasting color. The same applies to the Audi A1 roof spoiler competition kit.

Saturday, January 1, 2011

Detroit - Sports, Cars, Motown and So Much More


To say that Detroit is a sports town is an understatement. Detroit not only is about professional sports, but the city is all about catering to the sports fan! Casinos, major sports franchises, food, cars and of course Motown, Detroit will surprise you before or after the game.

But let's get to some basics first. To get a feel for the place, watch our Detroit Videos.

Getting to the Big D you will probably be flying Northwest/Delta airlines. Detroit Wayne Airport (or DTW) is a major hub for Northwest and you will find plenty of non-stop flights from NYC and other major gateway cities. From the airport, you can be in downtown (by cab in about 20 minutes). That being said, a car rental is appropriate if your stay is longer than two days.


Just like any other major metropolitan city, Detroit has plenty of hotel options in every price range. However, I would plan on staying close to the ballpark, Ford Field or the Fox Theatre. A couple of suggestions include: Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center, Hotel St Regis and the MGM Grand.

On your visit, you definitely have to check out Ford Field, it is home to the Detroit Lions and hosted Superbowl XL. You can take a public tour (for a small fee) and see the field, luxury boxes, press rooms, concessions and locker rooms of this legendary complex. In addition, Comerica Park is a must see sports attraction. According to the site: http://detroit.tigers.mlb.com/index.jsp?c_id=det tours are held from June through September also for a small fee. Go Tigers!

In case you didn't know, Detroit is a gaming town! You'll find Greektown Casino and MGM Grand (just to name a couple). If you feel like it, pull up a chair in a poker room, double down at a Blackjack table or just kick back with the one-armed bandits. Don't miss Greektown for some mouthwatering Greek food and you can take in a show at the Fox Theatre.I'm not saying you HAVE TO, but one of my afternoons was spent at the Henry Ford Museum! The Ford Museum and Greenfield Village is a fascinating place to learn about the history of the automobile. You can take a ride in a real Model T and spend in afternoon watching a baseball game where they play by the original rules! It's pretty impressive.
Ever heard of Motown? It was invented here. And even if a visit to the original Motown Museum isn't your "thang", Detroit is a town FILLED with a lot of live music. Rap to Rock and R&B to Jazz, Detroit's music is alive at just about every turn.
Detroit was one of the biggest surprise destinations I've visited over the years. I expected an unsafe, rundown, crime-infested, rust belt city. What I found is a city full of residents that are proud of their town, infrastructure that is being renovated and plenty of activities to fill the schedule from day 1. Enjoy the Big D!