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Toyota 1/X Concept: Sounds Mathematical
Black. Sleek. Unique. It even has a name that is somewhat Mathematical – sounds like those fractions we learn back in grade school.
This is the Toyota 1/X concept and its name is pronounced “1/Xth”.
For the very first time, the Toyota 1/X concept car made its way to the knowledge of the American automotive public at the Chicago Auto Show, The Auto Channel reported. This vehicle is a hybrid unit and allows people to take a look at what future vehicles’ designs would look like.
Unique is its name and the Toyota Motor Corporation had explained that the Toyota 1/X name actually meant that the vehicle could have a fraction of other vehicles’ mass, emissions, and fuel consumption. Anyhow, the Toyota 1/X has really been designed also with the environment in mind.
Although it is only a third of the total weight of the popular Toyota Prius, the Toyota 1/X still has the same space that the Prius has. It comes with an ultra-lightweight design which has been made to be aerodynamic. It only has 926 pounds for its curb weight for its body frame has been built using carbon fiber reinforced plastic, or CFRP, which is light but is quite strong.
The Toyota 1/X has smaller pillars and that made the vehicle give the passengers a greater amount of visibility. It also has a roof which has been crafted from bio-plastic which comes from the plants kenaf and ramie. This roof can lessen the amount of heat coming in the vehicle. It also helps in keeping noise out and also is beneficial in letting more light into the cabin of the vehicle.
The seats are also something else. Inside the Toyota 1/X, you would find four individual seats. These are very lightweight and they are fashioned from polyester fiber which had been knitted so as to give extra comfort for passengers. Toyota has disclosed that one who takes a seat would be able to feel like they are sitting on a cushion.
Outside the Toyota 1/X, you would find smaller wheels. These wheels are also thinner than most and that would be because of the vehicle’s light weight. The tires are also special for they have central grooves which actually prevent water on the roads being splash on pedestrians each time the vehicle passes by. There has been no mention though if the vehicle would come with a Magnaflow 50000 series catalytic converter or any other conventional auto part.
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Bugatti Veyron 16.4
Following four long years of design and development and it’s forerunner 1999 EB 18/4 Veyron, the Bugatti Veyron 16.4, the fastest legally-produced car which can be seen on roads very rarely, was finally ready for manufacture in 2004. Billed as the most exclusive sports car ever, the Veyron follows the example of its Bugatti predecessors – the limousines and racecars of the twenties and thirties, which are now among the most desirable classic cars available. The Veyron is the culmination of almost a decade of concept cars and design models, and concept became reality in the form of a limited production of 300 cars.
Performance overview
The outstanding performance, speed and acceleration of the new Bugatti demand safety systems to match. The single-piece unibody construction is made from carbon fibre, and achieves maximum marks in crash tests. This is complemented by both driver and passenger airbags for extra protection. High-speed tyres have been specifically designed for the Veyron to cope with speeds of over 350 km/h, and are fitted with a PAX system to guarantee safety in handling, even under sudden loss of pressure. The rear spoiler also provides an extra safety feature, acting not only as a source of downforce, but also as an extra braking function during emergency stops. When specific braking forces are applied, the spoiler changes position to provide extra air resistance. The Veyron’s braking distance is subsequently comparable to that of a lorry.
The Powerhouse
The Veyron’s W16 (16 cylinder engine with 4 banks) alloy engine occupies a unique position in the history of sports car manufacture. Its special design uses the VR principle – a space-saving technique that employs two slim, eight-cylinder blocks sitting perpendicular to each other.
The new Bugatti boasts 1001 horsepower, providing acceleration which is unparalleled amongst its rivals: 0-60 mph in 3 seconds, and 0-200 mph in an astonishing 14 seconds. With torque peaking at 923 lb/ft, the Veyron’s incredible power allows it to reach a maximum speed of 252.3 mph (406 km/h).
The Veyron’s directshift gearbox is also a unique feature of this vehicle. The 7-speed sequential gearbox transfers power to the wheels through a permanent 4×4 system. This results in acceleration from standstill to top speed without interruption – previously unheard of in the automobile industry. However, 4×4 isn’t as perfect as X-Drive from BMW.
Interior Styling
The Bugatti Veyron 16.4’s cabin is both luxurious and practical. It features high-quality leather upholstery (optional two-tone upholstery), magnificent metallic trim and controls which are carefully designed and laid-out for maximum comfort and accessibility.
Bugatti’s motor sport heritage is also evoked by the instrument panel, which features a central rev counter, around which can be found four smaller instruments. Unnecessary extras are deliberately avoided, further cementing the Veyron’s genuine sportiness.
The classic Bugatti two-tone paintwork remains unchanged on the Veyron 16.4. Five different colour combinations are available for the car. In every combination, the darker colour is used for the bonnet, roof and rear of the vehicle, and the lighter colour for the sides and front wheel arches.