Porsche GT Team - IMSA 2014-2020
Porsche GT Team - IMSA 2014-2020
Maserati continues its journey into the future with an evolutionary story interpreted by Miriam Leone. The actress, behind the wheel of her Maserati Ghibli Hybrid Gransport, relives the experiences that have shaped her life and her career. This Drone Drive Experience shows the Ghibli Hybrid from above as it travels the streets of the capital; the fluid rhythm is intertwined with the story of Miriam Leone, between the childhood memories spent between Etna and the sea, and her life, unique to her, constantly evolving thanks to her profession as an actress. Transformation, elegance and audacity: these are the keywords that describe both the personal and professional history of the actress and that of Maserati. A journey of evolution and experimentation characterized by the ability to always look to the future, strengthened by the lessons learned along the way. The Maserati Ghibli Hybrid is the first electrified car in the history of the brand and has ignited the spark of electrification. With the new Ghibli Hybrid, the House of the Trident projects itself into the future without upsetting the philosophy and values of the brand, such as that unmistakable sound that has always distinguished all Maseratis, and exceptional performance: 255 km / h at top speed and acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 5.7 seconds
With the BMW i Vision Circular, the BMW Group is demonstrating the consistent design of a car according to the principles of a circular economy. The overall design goal of this visionary vehicle was to create a vehicle that is optimized for closed material cycles and achieves a rate of 100% recycled materials or 100% recyclability. In addition to bio-based and certified raw materials, materials that have already passed through a product life cycle – so-called secondary materials – are used for this purpose. This also applies to the energy storage system: The solid-state battery of the BMW i Vision Circular is 100% recyclable and almost completely made from recycled materials. At the same time, it will achieve a considerably higher energy density with significantly fewer of the most valuable resources. “We have included circularity in our concept right from the start when designing the BMW i Vision Circular. That's why this visionary vehicle is full of innovative ideas that combine sustainability with new and inspiring aesthetics – we call this approach Circular Design,” explains Adrian van Hooydonk, Head of BMW Group Design. Circular Design is based on the four principles RE:THINK, RE:DUCE, RE:USE and RE:CYCLE.
Porsche presented the new-generation 911 Turbo S for unprecedented power, driving dynamics and comfort. The new range-topping 911 is being launched as a Coupé and Cabriolet, both powered by a new 3.8-litre boxer engine with two VTG turbochargers, which delivers 478 kW (650 PS), 51 kW (70 PS) more than its predecessor. Maximum torque is now 800 newton metres (an increase of 50 Nm). The Turbo-specific eight-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) cuts the sprint from zero to 100 km/h to 2.7 seconds (0.2 seconds faster), while top speed is unchanged at 330 km/h. The dimensions of the Porsche 911 Turbo S have been increased significantly in line with the enhanced driving dynamics: the body is now 45 millimetres wider above the front axle (1,840 mm), and the overall width is 1,900 mm above the rear axle (an increase of 20 mm). Modified track widths, further developed aerodynamics and the new mixed-size tyres contribute to its agility and sportiness: the track is now 42 mm wider at the front axle and 10 mm wider at the rear axle. The adaptive aerodynamics now include controlled cooling air flaps at the front, while the larger rear wing has been designed for even more downforce. For the first time, the Porsche 911 Turbo S transfers its power to the road with mixed tyres in two different sizes: it has 20-inch tyres with their unique 255/35 dimensions at the front and 21-inch 315/30 tyres at the rear. New equipment options underline the much sportier image of the all-wheel drive 911. These include the Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) sports chassis that has been lowered by 10 mm and the sports exhaust system with adjustable flaps that guarantees a distinctive sound.
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