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Initially developed to compete in the World Endurance Championship in the FIA , the Lexus LFA GTE would have participated in the 24 Hours of Le Mans last year if not for the manufacturer eventually scrapped the project, which came to stand nunga in favor of Toyota TS030 Hybrid .

Apparently were logistical problems which forced the Japanese giant to focus all their efforts on the LMP1 category, prompting them to stop aside the LFA GTE , yet having proved in 2011 at the Valencia circuit after a stage of development in the wind tunnel.

Lexus wanted even the LFA GTE were used by private teams in the 24 Hours of Nürburgring and developed different configurations and setups for the car, including a for speed competitions GT Championship the FIA . Although he never became a reality, much of the knowledge that is obtained with this car have been inherited by the LFA Gazoo Racing, winner in the category of the legendary German event.

The LFA GTE that appears in images under the hood the same 4.8-liter V10 that the standard version, but with a power of 475 hp and a maximum torque of 560 Nm . The change is automatic and six-speed with a gear ratio that allows you to reach 300 km / h .

If a couple of days ago we knew that the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray will be available in Spain from 79,990 euros , today we bring you some figures on the Z51 package , that version sporting aspirations it brings important changes regarding the mechanical level normal model.

Chevrolet announced today that the new Corvette Stingray with Z51 package will be able to accelerate from 0-100 km / h in just 3.8 seconds and the quarter mile dispatched in 12 seconds fixed. In addition, you can generate forces up to 1.03 g lateral and braking 100-0 km / h in only 32.6 meters.


Among the tests conducted by the American manufacturer to determine the performance of the Corvette Stingray Z51 , was held a lap on the track along the Virginia International Raceway (6.7 miles) in a time of 2:51:78 , which is almost seven seconds faster than the Camaro 1LE, version "sugarcane" for Camaro circuit.



The Z51 package not alter the 461 hp and 624 Nm of the 6.2-liter V8 , but adds an aerodynamic kit that improves stability at high speeds an electronic limited slip differential , dry sump lubrication and improvements in the cooling systems of the transmission, differential or brake, among other things. Optionally you can purchase the suspension Magnetic Ride Control and traction control "Performance".

Yesterday in the U.S. showed new ranges 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra , the ultimate pick-up General Motors. Specifications are still preliminary. This is an update of both models, not entirely new generations.

The range of engines will have three new developments a 4.3 V6, 5.3 V8 and 6.2 V8. The family EcoTec3 obviously gasoline direct injection combined with variable valve lift cylinder selective disconnection. Not have powers or benefits, yes, no and hybrids .



The Silverado and Sierra can work well with rear-wheel drive or full , including a special version designed to operate in rough terrain with a better suspension prepared. Apart from the new engines, highlights the improvements that have experienced inside compared to MY 2011.

Now enjoy booths rather more luxurious interior, which can be up Internet connectivity to the entire collection cartoning Johnny Cash on Pandora. Bray also have the latest in navigation, touch screen, multiple instrumentation, etc., voice control

Other changes in these pick-up are fully electric power steering, better soundproofing (the doorframes cover more), less wind noise, low tire rolling resistance, weight reduction, more chrome elements, padded or leather , a step back to get into the bath, etc..


These changes are intended to make these vehicles more attractive due to rising gas prices and emission reduction policy. They also improve security by including imminent collision warning and lane keeping assistant.

Driving Report : style with a fresh look and new eight-speed automatic, the Americans the Jeep Grand Cherokee from July to Model 2014

For the past 21 years, the Ameri-luxury SUV is a large firm in its segment worldwide. The current fourth generation debuted in 2010 and received her second Lebenshälfte now for a facelift. Streamlined "Gesichtszüge", LED running lights and Bi-Xenon headlights are the distinctive features of the outer 2014er version. New on board: the optional adaptive cruise control with collision warning. Under the body serienmäßige a new eight-speed automatic transmission performs its service, which harmonizes particularly well with the 250-hp 3.0-liter V6 diesel.

Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014: Drive With Good Manners

The Schaltvorgänge run smoothly, the speed level is pleasantly low - the diesel engine belongs to the cultivated variety. Only under full load, it is a little louder. The 570 Nm of torque to bring Jeep Grand Cherokee excellent cruising fabrics that you like to use the possibility to coast very relaxed.



This the ordinary ride comfort. Frostaufbrüche for example (in the series versions "Overland" and "Summit"), however, are not quite as good in spite of filtered air suspension. Darfur is the amino thanks to its permanent all-wheel drive, switchable Geländeuntersetzung, lockable center differential and electronically controlled differential lock in the rear axle almost everywhere by. The "Selec-Terrain system," thereby defray the Traktionsmanagenent.



A temperament bolt is the Grand Cherokee because of its 2.4 tonnes unladen weight not, yet dramatically enhance the performance enough. And the standard equipment became quite Luxuriant with automatic climate control, multimedia system and leather interior.

Who wants to swim on the wave of success, you must do something. The issue of Volkswagen GOLF 7 GTD 2013 comes with new engine: 184 hp and 380 Nm of torque.

With the code letters GTD Wolfsburg demonstrated for the first time in 1982 that a diesel not only save, but also can be fun. Since then applies the GTD , to put it bluntly, as the GTI miser, especially since the appearance has always been a significant relationship to the Wolfsburg-based compact sports car with a petrol engine.

Currently, the GTD of the GTI differs by a chrome strip in the grille (GTI red). At the rear of the sport golf diesel carries a dual exhaust on the left, while the GTI has twin pipes left and right. With the GTD version of golf No. 7 , the Wolfsburg have fun at the after-potential, especially under the hood again.


Powerfull And 6 Emission in Accordance With Norm

There, a completely new 2.0-liter TDI, which makes 184 hp with moderate 14 horsepower more than the previous engine in the Golf VI works. The maximum torque increased from 350 to 380 Nm. The standard start-stop system helps to push the EU consumption to 4.5 liters of diesel. A NOX storage catalyst heaves him over the hurdles of the Euro 6 emissions standard.


Chassis side is a standard progressive steering is used, which is direct with increasing steering angle. The XDS electronic differential lock brakes has been further developed and now as XDS + with too much slip curves and the inner rear wheel off. The ESC Sport function can be by pressing a button the control limit of the electronic stability program raise. The DCC adaptive chassis control (990 euros extra), the Wolfsburg have also evolved. Such effort can be experienced literally: The new TDI spontaneous throttle response.

Who (cost: 1900 Euros) in the D-mode six-speed dual-clutch transmission can be switched, experienced a relaxed low-speed driving. In S mode, the unusual for a diesel revving is noticeable, although the slightly grumpy tone, which leads to the standard Soundaktor on the windshield in the interior, is a matter of taste. All the honors are worth the aforementioned performance: Within 7.5 seconds the 100-km/h-Marke to fall. A maximum of 228 km / h it (manual transmission: 230 km / h). In curves like the progressive steering, which allows smaller steering angles here. Of only 2.1 turns lock to lock is needed.


"Normal" Golfs need 2.75. Ample cornering speeds are achievable before the ESC zurückpfeift spirited driver natures. The whole dynamics trimmed to vote falls also the subject of comfort out of the frame, like the amazing ride comfort despite mounted 18-inch wheels used (620 euros). Top slips out but the price: 31,250 euros are another 1000 euros more than a Golf GTI with a dual clutch transmission. As Scrooge must already be quite strong.