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While every Ferrari is an innovative setting, it is equally true that the history of the prancing horse, some cars are marked with an authentic differs from the current range. This is the true place ofItaly Ferrari 458, which is a huge leap forward in the company prior to the mid back with sports cars.

The new model is a synthesis of style, creativity, passion and advanced technology, for which Italy as a nation is well known. For this reason, Ferrari chose to add the name of his country to the traditional figure representing the displacement and number of cylinders.

Ferrari 458 Italy is a completely new car from every angle: the engine design, aerodynamics, handling, instrumentation and ergonomics, to name a few.

Two people from Berlin, Ferrari 458 Italy, as is now traditional for all Ferrari road cars, the company benefits greatly in Formula 1. This is particularly evident in the speed and accuracy with which the car responds to driver input and attention focused on reducing internal friction in the engine fuel consumption, such as the Ferrari F430, so even if the total displacement and power are increased.

However, the Ferrari test track experience makes its presence is a Ferrari 458 Italy, not only the transfer of clean technologies, but also the more emotional level, because of the strong emphasis on creating almost a symbiotic relationship between driver and car. Ferrari 458 Italy is an innovative driving environment with a new steering wheel and dashboard, which is a direct result of the practice race. Once again, the contribution of Michael Schumacher - who was involved from the beginning and the Ferrari 458 projects Italy - was invaluable.

The design of the Ferrari 458 Pininfarina Italy is further evidence of the total gap of the past that the new car comes. The Ferrari 458 Italia has a compact, streamlined, emphasizing the concepts of simplicity, efficiency and lightness that inspired the project. As with any Ferrari, the cars style was strongly influenced by the requirements of aerodynamic efficiency, as seen from the 140 kg of downforce at 200 kmh generated by the new model. The front features a single opening of the holes in the grill and hand, with aerodynamic sections and profiles designed to direct air to the radiators and air conditioning in the basement of new dishes. The nose also sports small aeroelastic winglets which generate support and, as speed increases, deform to reduce the arrivals section of the radiator and reduce drag.

The new 4499 cc V8 engine is the first direct injection of Ferrari in the mid-rear mounted. It has a very low height of the piston compression typical of racing engines which have contributed to achieving its compression ratio of 12.5:1 for. Equipped with the traditional flat-plane crankshaft, the engine delivers 570 hp at 9000 rpm and an astounding 127 hp / liter, sets a new benchmark not only for the range of Ferrari and the history of the company but also for the market segment. Maximum torque is 540 Nm at 6000 rpm, over 80 percent of what is available from 3,250 rpm. Specific torque of 120 Nm disc / liter. However, what is surprising is the amount of torque available, maintaining high levels of low-end power.

2011Ferrari 458 Italia

2011Ferrari 458 Italia

Soundtrack of the Ferrari car is also typical, with an exciting and powerful roar of the engine before leaving the three channels through exhaust rear exhaust.

The Ferrari 458 Italia has seven-speed dual-clutch that enhances performance while offering very smooth changes, even at full capacity. Engineers have developed specific relationships, sports equipment to match the power and torque curve of the new V8 engine, which ensures high torque at low engine speeds and allowing the car to reach its maximum speed in Top Gear.

This new Ferrari is a great leap forward in terms of emissions reduction. Although the new engine is more powerful than the V8 that preceded it, the Ferrari 458 Italia produces just 320 g / km of CO2 and fuel consumption is 13.7 l/100 km (combined cycle) Best of all the segment.

The engineers also focused on weight reduction during the design phase for similar reasons. Consequently, the Ferrari 458 Italia has a dry weight of 1,380 kg with a power to weight ratio of 2.42 kg / hp. Weight distribution is also optimal with 58 percent of the rear axle. The result of the efforts of engineers can be summarized in two simple statistics that contain perfectly the exceptional performance of the Ferrari 458 Italia: 0-100 km / h in under 3.4 seconds and a top speed of 325 km / h.

For the new chassis, once again, aluminum, Maranellos engineers incorporated various types of advanced aerospace alloys, resulting from the manufacturing techniques and union.

What is vehicle dynamics, Italy Ferrari 458 has twin wishbone front suspension and rear multi-link set-up optimized for maximum grip and superb handling. Together with the more direct steering ratio, then the Ferrari 458 Italy offers a turn-and very fast control of the body, while maintaining the comfort excellent guide.

Integration with the E-Diff and F1-Trac (now controlled by the same unit) and their descriptions is even greater when the increase of 32 percent in longitudinal acceleration of the angles than previous models. Development of control logic, calculation even faster and more accurate levels of grip, ensures greater maneuverability, handling and ease of control of the border.

The same unit also manages the ABS high performance, offering more precise control of the logic threshold and increases efficiency. Brakes will also feature a pre-fill feature, piston calipers and pads to move in contact with the sheets to minimize delay in raising the brakes are used. This, combined with ABS 100-0 kmh cut braking distance is only 32.5 meters.

The interior of the Ferrari 458 Italy is another aspect of the car, which enhances its sporty personality. The driver is greeted by a new look and a revolutionary ergonomic interface where the main controls are grouped on the wheel.

When Ferrari 458 Italy, Maranello has brought a new car a very particular nature of his 8-cylinder range. The company now offers two models with a common, race-derived DNA, as well as exceptional sportiness and driving pleasure real Ferrari tradition, but aimed at two very different customers. Even if the owners of the Ferrari California was created require more versatile sports car with the practical side, the Ferrari 458 Italy is designed for owners, what more important is uncompromising performance on the road occasionally monitored daily feature, but still require a car is useful for everyday driving, and as all the latest models of Ferrari.

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Almost a year after the B-Class F-Cell reveal, Mercedes is now on to their 2011 Mercedes-Benz A-Class E-CELL production model. The electric vehicle will only be produced in a limited 500 units that will be leased to select customers in several European countries, including Germany, France, and the Netherlands.

The Mercedes A-Class E-Cell features a permanent-field synchronous unit developing a peak output of 70 kW (95 hp), a continuous power rating of 50 kW (68 hp), and a high maximum torque of 290 Nm. The sprint from 0 to 60 km/h is made in 5.5 seconds, while top speed is limited to 150 km/h. Two high performance lithium batteries will provide enough power for the family electric car to travel 100 km (124mph) while also providing a quiet, emission free ride.

The list of standard equipment will include bi-xenon headlamps, COMAND APS, an active park assist for automatic parking, and the THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control system.

Following the B‑Class F‑CELL fuel-cell car, Mercedes‑Benz now introduces the new A-Class E-CELL as its second electric car built in series-production conditions. The five-seater with battery-powered electric drive meets all the requirements for a family car for everyday use. It is based on the five-door version of the current A‑Class, and features a generously dimensioned interior and luggage compartment for maximum versatility. No compromises have been necessary in terms of space and variability, with compact storage batteries that are located extremely well-protected and in a space-saving way in the vehicle underbase. The car’s two high-efficiency lithium-ion batteries provide a range of over 200 km (NEDC). The car is powered by a quiet, locally emission-free electric drive with peak output of 70 kW (95 hp), developing a high torque of 290 Nm. A total production run of 500 A‑Class E‑CELL cars will be built at Rastatt from autumn 2010. The vehicles will be leased to selected customers in several European countries, including Germany, France and the Netherlands.

Five doors, five seats, the same luggage compartment volume as in the internal combustion engine A‑Class (435 to 1370 litres), a 350‑kilogram payload measured as per the relevant EC directive and high variability of the interior and luggage compartment: this is what makes the new A-Class E-CELL a family car for everyday use. The sophisticated sandwich structure provides both an extremely comfortable in-car environment and maximum protection for passengers and components in the event of a collision.

“Over our almost 125-year history, we have accumulated extensive experience and knowhow in the area of electric vehicles, including both battery and fuel-cell. This knowhow has already provided the basis for getting two electric cars for everyday use onto the road: the smart fortwo electric drive, and the B‑Class F‑CELL. The story now continues with our third electric car, the A‑Class E‑CELL., whose start of production is scheduled for autumn this year. The new car is a battery-driven electric Mercedes that enlarges our portfolio and offers our customers the kind of driving pleasure, comfort and safety that they have come to expect”, says Dr Thomas Weber, the Daimler AG Board of Management member responsible for Group Research and Development Mercedes-Benz Cars.

Along with exemplary safety, optimum comfort and a high level of suitability for daily use, the A‑Class E‑CELL also offers other strengths not always to be found in contemporary electric cars: agility and driving pleasure. The features are based on a low centre of gravity, partly the result of the installation of the batteries under the passenger compartment, in the “sandwich” structure of the vehicle floor. This gives the car excellent road-holding and sprightly handling characteristics – qualities that clearly set the A‑Class E‑CELL apart from other electric cars, which often have heavy and bulky storage batteries located in the boot or by the rear seat. Another benefit from this installation location is the provision of best-possible protection against the intrusion of structural components in the event of a head-on collision or impact from the rear. This is because the batteries are located outside the vehicle body’s deformation zones. The high-stability characteristics of the sandwich structure of the floor also provide outstanding protection for both battery and passengers in a lateral collision scenario.
High-performance electric drive with long range

The electric drive of the A‑Class E‑CELL is a permanent-field synchronous unit developing a peak output of 70 kW (95 hp), a continuous power rating of 50 kW (68 hp) and a high maximum torque of 290 Nm, as expected for an electric drive, available right from the first revolution. This makes the A‑Class E‑CELL an outstandingly assured and dynamic performer on the road, taking just 5.5 seconds to accelerate from zero to 60 km/h. A kick-down function is used to deliver maximum acceleration, according to the current charge level and battery temperature. Maximum speed is electronically set at 150 km/h.
The energy storage units are two high-performance lithium-ion batteries based on high-voltage technology. The advantages of lithium-ion batteries include their compact dimensions and significantly higher efficiency in comparison with nickel-metal-hydride (NiMH) batteries. They offer 30 percent more energy density than NiMH technology, and 50 percent more power density. Other benefits include high charging efficiency and a long service life. The combined energy capacity of the two lithium-ion batteries is a total of 36 kWh. With fully charged batteries, the A‑Class E‑CELL has a range of over 200 kilometres (NEDC).