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Wednesday 10 January 2018
Bugatti Chiron: 10 Facts
Bugatti Chiron: 10 Facts You Need To Know
We’ve shown you several flavors of the new Bugatti Chiron. If you are reading this, you probably know the major details, but some of the most amazing attributes are often overshadowed. So here are our top 10 facts that will blow your mind.
10. Got Boost?
Turbo lag is something nobody likes to acknowledge. The Veyron arrived with 4 equally sized turbos that added up to the equivalent of epic size. The only problem with epic turbochargers is that it takes time to spool them up. So taking a page from the past, the Chiron makes use of a sequential design. Two smaller turbos make boost at low speeds and feed two massive ones for high rpm boost.
9. Top Speed
It took some fine tuning and aerodynamic upgrades to create the Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse. As the ultimate evolution, it had a blistering top speed of 254.04 mph. Taking the lessons learned in their top speed record attempts, the Chiron arrives with a top speed of 261. Your insurance company might adjust your premiums…The normal key is limited to 236, so don’t forget the speed key for your daily commuting.
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8. Tire Technology
Unlike the Veyron, you won’t be paying $30,000 for tires. Instead of the proprietary design used in the predecessor, the Chiron uses a more traditional wheel & tire mounting. The Veyron’s rubber can’t be attached with normal methods, and new wheels are required after 3 sets of rubber. For the new car, Michelin worked with the factory to deliver 285/30/20 on the front and 335/25/21 for the rear. This will give you a few options if you don’t plan on land speed racing.
7. Power At Any RPM
The first modern Bugatti made maximum torque once the turbos were spooled up. It was a gradual curve like most other supercars, but the Chiron needed something more. The sequential turbos mentioned above allow the new car to make maximum torque of 1,180 lb-ft at only 2,000 rpm! And it stays there all the way to 6,000 rpm. Oh, and it also has 1,500 horsepower at 6,700, can you tame it?
6. Limited Production
Get yours before they’re gone. Each Chiron is built by hand in a dedicated factory. Every aspect of the car represents years of engineering, so Bugatti is only building 500 examples.
5. Deep Breaths
With the gas pedal reaches the floor, the Chiron is inhaling 2,118 cubic feet of air per minute. That is 2.5 times more than a 1967 Corvette L88. It also equals 15,843 gallons crammed into 8 liters of space by 16 angry pistons!
4. Clean Exhaust
Every car is required to have a catalytic converter in the exhaust. They are filters used to reduce nitrogen-oxides from reaching the tailpipes. Your car probably has one, so the Chiron has 6. The honeycomb of rare metals is used to burn off the harmful oxides, and each car has 2,478,562 square feet of the catalyst material. Combined, the cats have an area equivalent to 24 home improvement stores.
3. Tuned Tweeters
If you need the ultimate in factory audio, each of the Chiron’s four tweeters is capped by a one-carat diamond. Not just for bragging rights, the precious stones offer clean highs without distortion.
2. Cargo Space
Every time I leave my Veyron in long-term parking, my only wish is that it had room for my luggage. Bugatti must have heard my cries, so the Chiron arrives with enough room for a small rolling bag. Make sure your dealer opts for the matching luggage. The leather set is designed to optimize the front storage area.
1. High In Fiber
The factory claims the Chiron’s carbon fiber body is more rigid than most race cars. That is because it is formed and baked as one piece in a giant autoclave. So in theory, if you pulled one strand of the fiber it could unravel the car. But the length of this strand is equal to nine trips to the moon. That is why the Chiron is a mic-drop to every other car. The engineering is orders of magnitude ahead of anything else on the road, and that is why you need one.
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RM Sotheby’s Scottsdale 2018 Preview
RM Sotheby’s Scottsdale 2018 Preview
Always kicking off the collector car auction season on a strong note, RM Sotheby’s returns to the vibrant grounds of the Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa in Phoenix, 18–19 January, for its 19th annual Arizona sale.
RM Sotheby’s 2018 Arizona sale is set to continue the company’s strong track record in Phoenix, presenting more than 100 blue-chip automobiles from the world’s most iconic marques. Hand-selected by RM Sotheby’s international team of specialists, the catalog will span the spectrum of the market, from pre-war classics and contemporary supercars through important sports and racing cars.
Highlights include this 1954 Jaguar D-Type Works (Estimate: $12,000,000–$15,000,000), which was the principle team car driven by Stirling Moss and Peter Walker at the 1954 24 Hours of Le Mans and served as the factory development car for the 1955 season. A veritable cornerstone of Jaguar’s racing history, the car is extensively documented, including Le Mans entry forms, factory time sheets, and test reports, as well as FIA papers.
Also headlining the auction, and offered from an esteemed private collection with only four owners since new, this 1966 Shelby 427 Cobra ‘Semi-Competition’ (Estimate: $2,000,000–$2,400,000) is one of the finest, most original examples. A matching-numbers car, the Cobra has benefitted from a sympathetic restoration by renowned Cobra expert Mike McCluskey. This is an excellent opportunity to own one of the world’s best Cobras.
In addition to the Jaguar and Cobra on offer in Arizona, the sale is highlighted by a number of other fine sports and grand touring automobiles, including the oldest extant Alfa Romeo in the world, a 1921 Alfa Romeo G1 (Estimate: Available Upon Request). Offered without reserve from ‘A Century of Sports Cars Collection,’ it features a restoration completed in 2014 and was shown twice at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Another impressive offering is a 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster (Estimate: $950,000–$1,050,000). It is one of just 554 produced for 1957 and is offered with Baisch fitted luggage.
Among the other Ferraris on offer in Arizona, highlights include a Ferrari Classiche-certified 1967 Ferrari 330 GTS by Pininfarina (Estimate: $1,800,000–$2,200,000), one of only 99 built, and an award-winning 1964 Ferrari 250 GT/L Berlinetta Lusso by Scaglietti (Estimate: $1,800,000–$2,200,000). Offered without reserve, it is the 275th of 350 examples built and features restoration documentation as well as a history report by Marcel Massini.
View all the stunning motor cars headed to Arizona this 18–19 January by visiting our website. Register online today to bid in person, by phone, via the Internet, or by absentee bid through an RM Sotheby’s representative.
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Two Bugatti and Pagani Hypercars – Bitcoin
Two Bugatti and Pagani Hypercars Sold via Bitcoin
Do you need proof that cryptocurrency has gone to the moon, and even past it? How about this: Pagani Newport Beach just sold two hypercars via Bitcoin. The first car sold was a Bugatti Chiron with an all-black exterior and a grey/black interior. Next up is a 2016 Pagani Huayra Americano with the Tempesta Package. That’s over $6 million worth of cars that were purchased with Bitcoin.
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So, for all of those friends that you’re getting annoyed with because cryptocurrencies are all they talk about, they may just be the next ones to purchase a hypercar of their own. I have a few friends of my own that better be makin’ a few bucks off of it considering how much I hear about it. I’m looking at you, James.
Thanks to our friends at Pagani Newport Beach for sharing this incredible info with us!
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2017 Ferrari F12tdf – Arizona
2017 Ferrari F12tdf To Be Offered In Arizona
Another in our series of special automobiles being offered at RM Sotheby’s 19th annual Arizona taking place 18-19 January in Phoenix.
To be offered at RM Sotheby’s 19th annual Arizona sale this 18-19 January, this Ferrari is the ultimate homage to the “Tour de France” – and is essentially still new with fewer than 200 miles on the odometer!
History Repeats Itself
After applying the GTO moniker to the high-performance version of the 599 GTB, Ferrari chose to revive another storied name from its past for the high-performance version of the F12 Berlinetta: Tour de France.
Dubbed F12tdf, Ferrari produced just 799 examples for its very best customers. The model pays homage to the Tour de France, the legendary endurance road race that the storied marque dominated in the 1950s and 1960s. The F12tdf represents a step forward in performance far beyond that of which the F12 Berlinetta is capable. Horsepower was raised to 769 bhp (from 730 bhp) and 242 lbs. of weight was dropped. It takes just 2.9 seconds to accelerate to 62 mph, and 124 mph will arrive precisely five seconds later.
The Tour de France rewarded cars that combined maximum performance with drivability. Accessibility of performance enabled competitors to race for hundreds of kilometers a day over fast, tortuous roads and on circuits. The F12tdf is, appropriately, the ultimate expression of the concept of an extreme road car that is equally at home on the track.
This F12tdf’s first owner took advantage of Ferrari’s factory Atelier and Tailor Made program in Maranello and created a unique and stunning example with almost every available option selected. As noted on the window sticker, the car is finished in “Extra Campionario” Azzurro La Plata Livrea with a tri-color Blu, Bianco, and Rosso stripe.
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Monday 8 January 2018
780 HP Ferrari 488 GTB vs 802 HP Audi R8
Monday Motivation: 780 HP Ferrari 488 GTB vs 802 HP Audi R8
We pride ourselves on bringing you the most unlikely comparisons in exotic cars for sale. Top speed runs are all the rage these days, but outside of a race track, they are only legal on the Autobahn. So our friends at AutoTopNL found two of the fastest cars in Europe for a proper showdown.
In a YouTube video uploaded on Saturday, we see a 780 horsepower Ferrari 488 GTB take on an Audi R8 tuned to 802 horsepower. In a proper use of the scientific method, the cars were tested together and also separately to showcase their abilities. Fighting for Deutschland, the home field advantage would seem to go to the R8. It packs a 5.2 liter V10 coupled to the quattro AWD system. The Italian Stallion is the latest from Maranello, with a 3.9 liter V8 coupled to twin turbos behind the cockpit.
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Both cars are modified, but the extent of the upgrades are unknown. What is clearly evident is the aerodynamic abilities at top speed. Audi and Ferrari have a very different view on differential gearing, which can make or break your acceleration on the highway. The dash cams tell a story of boost vs displacement, so tell us which car you would own and stay with us for more fast-paced footage here on Autofluence.
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World’s First Electric G-Wagen
Arnold Schwarzenegger Shows Off the World’s First Electric G-Wagen
Arnold Schwarzenegger: Proud owner of the world’s first electric Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen.
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Once known for bodybuilding a, being the governator and hunting the Predator, Arnold Schwarzenegger is now taking on the electric automobile industry. With help from Kriesel Motors, an Austrian company that has been aiming to be a shaker and mover in the world of electric cars. Recently, Schwarzenegger visited Jay Leno’s Garage to give the host a close look at the world’s first electric Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen. The SUV is powered by electric motors that can be both charged by plug-in and repowered through regenerative braking. With a lighter weight than a standard G-Wagen, this electric SUV can run 0-62 mph in just 5.6 seconds. That’s just 0.2 seconds slower than an AMG G63, which is impressive considering this is not an AMG model. The video below is just a teaser, so stay on the lookout for the full video to come out in due time.
Arnold Schwarzenegger Shows Off the World’s First Electric G-Wagen
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Overfinch’s 2018 Range Rover
Overfinch’s 2018 Range Rover: Most Luxurious SUV Ever Created
Overfinch has revealed its stunning designs and enhancements of the new 2018 flagship Range Rover making it the most luxurious SUV ever created.
Overfinch’s 2018 model is instantly recognizable due to a deeper and more assertive front-end style incorporating an exposed carbon fiber air dam.
Overfinch’s signature LED running lights further provide a more confident and cohesive stance.
At the rear, the carbon fiber bumper includes a new and improved diffuser that is complemented by subtly engraved exhaust tips.
The color coding, sill moldings and bespoke palette options provide a greater freedom of personalization than ever before.
The upgrades also feature an array of new interior options taking SUV luxury to an unparalleled level.
Seats, which are wider with deeper cushioning, are crafted in the finest of British leathers with an increased range of trim and enhancement options offered.
Prices start from $129,500 for a 3.0-liter Supercharged V6 and $144,850 for a 5.0 Supercharged V8 Autobiography.
Pricing for bespoke commissions and armored vehicles is available on request.
Overfinch Chairman, Kevin Sloane, said: “For over 40 years Overfinch enthusiasts have received our latest creations with great excitement and the 2018 model year will be no exception because they will have more choice than ever before to create a personalized vehicle.
“When our enhancements are coupled with the design and engineering updates made to the standard Land Rover vehicle, this Overfinch conversion will be the most luxurious SUV to date.
“The visual impact of the vehicle has been maximised giving it a stronger on-road presence with an interior enjoying elevated levels of sophistication.
“Such bespoke craftsmanship is synonymous with Overfinch and the result of the 2018 model year is a distinctive, elegant interpretation of the flagship vehicle that is as exclusive as it is desirable.”
Overfinch’s enhancements come in addition to the standard Range Rover updates that include optional pixel-laser headlights and simplified taillights.
Overfinch’s 2018 Range Rover: Most Luxurious SUV Ever Created
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New Nissan Tech Will Actually Read Your Mind
New Nissan Tech Will Read Your Mind
The technology you see in futuristic movies is coming to real life at a rapid pace and this year’s CES show is will have a bevy of future tech on display. Nissan will be showcasing their “Brain-to-Vehicle” (B2V) technology that will give the car a glimpse into the brain of the driver.
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The B2V tech will use signals that the driver’s brain puts out to better understand the person behind the wheel. When certain moods or waves are recognized, the B2V tech will adjust the vehicle’s systems to provide the most pleasant and reactive drive possible. Basically, the car will know what you plan on doing before you actually perform the action. Because of this, your reaction times behind the wheel will be faster than… humanly possible. Could this mean launches in the GT-R will be faster than every car out there? Now that would be nice. You can learn about the tech in the video below from Nissan.
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BMW 8-Hour M5 Drift
BMW Is Preparing For An 8-Hour M5 Drift
Nothing beats a quick drift on your daily commute. Front wheel drive enthusiasts might want to rethink their daily drivers because BMW is aiming to break the world record for the longest drift. The event will take place tomorrow and it is being sanctioned by Guinness World Records.
In a YouTube video uploaded this morning, BMW has shocked everyone with an unprecedented level of preparation. Sure it would be easy to install one giant fuel tank to break the record, and Guinness even allows for quick stops for fuel and driver swaps. But BMW never chooses the easy path. That’s why they took inspiration from military aircraft and developed a drift-capable refueling system.
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Utilizing an auxiliary fuel cell in the back seat, the driver will be able to transfer fuel between the main and secondary tanks to keep the car properly balanced. The new tank will be fed by a high-pressure hose from another car drifting alongside. Engineers machined a scaled-down version of aircraft components, complete with dry break-aways in case of emergency. Their goal was 18 gallons in under a minute, and they have the process down to 50 seconds.
The 2018 BMW M5 shares almost nothing in common with its predecessors. Gone is the dual-clutch transmission, so say hello to the same 8-speed automatic ZF builds for many other performance cars. It has been beefed up to handle 592 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque. The front tires can now have fun thanks to the M xDrive AWD system, which arrives with an RWD-only drift mode. We wish BMW the best on this epic undertaking, and as soon as the footage is released you will see it first here on Autofluence.
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