First Look: 2011 MINI Countryman
All auto makers are gearing up for the forthcoming Auto Shows. Mini is also working towards launching the 2011 Mini Countryman at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. This edition will be available for sale early next year. The 2011 Mini countryman is a name that has been picked up from the original Morris minor [...]
Dacia Duster Trophée Andros Edition
Dacia revealed at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show the Duster concept, a preview of the first SUV in the Dacia’s history set to be revealed in 2010. Bu until we’ll get the chance to see the real car, Dacia has entered the Trophee Andros ice-racing series with a competition version of the Duster. The car will be driven by Alain Prost.
The competition version of Dacia Duster is powered by a 3-liter, 24- valve V6 engine from the Renault-Nissan Alliance range. The engine delivers a total of 350hp at 7,500rpm, and maximum torque of 360Nm at 5,500rpm and is coupled to a six-speed sequential gearbox.
Press release after the jump.
Dacia Duster Trophée Andros Edition originally appeared on topspeed.com on Tuesday, 24 November 2009 10:16 EST.
Ferrari Modulo
Probably one of the most stunning concept cars ever built, the Ferrari Modulo was unveiled in 1970 at the Geneva Motor Show. The design was once again the work of Pininfarina, in the person of Paolo Martin.
Built on a 512S racing chassis, powered by a high revving 550 HP V12 that can be admired through the 24 oversized holes in the engine cover. This mid-engine concept was the last in a series by the Italian automaker, the 512 featured a canopy style windshield that opened forward, forcing the occupants to exit through the large opening, like in the Lancia Stratos.
The car is almost flat and a horizontal line separates the upper and lower halves. Unfortunately the wheels on the Modulo concept were streamlined into the bodywork, this made it nearly impossible for the 1970s concept to turn. Nothing opens and a decal covers the motor. The Modulo is not a functioning car, it cannot be driven and was not intended to do so.
Ferrari Modulo originally appeared on topspeed.com on Tuesday, 27 October 2009 12:30 EST.