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| Posted: 22 May 2011 03:00 AM PDT  2011 KTM X-Bow R Earlier this week KTM officially launched the X-Bow R which they've described as to be a "further development" of the original model. The car is powered by an Audi-derived 2.0-liter TSI gasoline engine that has been fitted with a bigger turbocharger, a new ECU and high-performance fuel injectors. By making these updates, KTM has managed to increase the output of the 4-cylinder engine from 237 hp (240 PS / 177 kW) to 295 hp (300 PS / 220 kW) and 295 lb.-ft (400 Nm).  2011 KTM X-Bow R In order to handle the extra muscles, KTM's engineers installed a new torque arm that has been directly connected to the car's carbon monocoque chassis, enabling the X-BOW R to benefit from "significantly" improved handling and torsional rigidity. In addition, they've also lowered the center of gravity by 15mm and upgraded the suspension with stiffer dampers and springs.  2011 KTM X-Bow R The KTM X-BOW R can be yours if you are willing to pay 58,795 Euros, without taking into consideration the taxes and the import duties.  2011 KTM X-Bow R Source: KTM via WCF Post published on Rpmgo.com | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Protoscar Unveils Lampo3 EV Concept Posted: 22 May 2011 01:32 AM PDT  Protoscar Lampo3 The Lampo3 is the successor of Protoscar's other two EV concepts, the Lampo and the Lampo2. This 2+2 coupe has a composite body, a tubular steel chassis and a removable targa roof. The car is powered by three electric motors that generate a combined output of 563 hp (570 PS / 420 kW) and 664 lb.-ft (900 Nm) of torque. One engine is installed on the front axle while the other two sit on the rear axle.  Protoscar Lampo3 The car benefits from an all-wheel drive system and torque vectoring. The company estimates that the Lampo3 can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds, before reaching a top speed of 137 mph (220 km/h). With the batteries full, the EV can be driven for up to 124 miles (200 km). It features a 32 kWh lithium-ion battery that benefits from a BRUSA on-board charger, allowing the vehicle to be charged with basically just about any type of charger out there.  Protoscar Lampo3 Despite the fact that at the moment the Lampo3 is just a one-off concept; the manufacturer is taking into consideration a limited-run production series. There are no information regarding the price tag or when it will be available. Click here to view the embedded video. Source: Protoscar via WCF Post published on Rpmgo.com | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Mark Webber Gets Pole In Barcelona Posted: 22 May 2011 01:01 AM PDT
Starting from the 6th place in today's race will be Vitaly Petrov in his Renault, with a time of 1m 22.471s, ahead of Nico Rosberg that did his fastest lap in Q3 in 1m 22.599s. Felipe Massa will start right behind him, followed by Pastor Maldonado and Michael Schumacher. Here is the starting grid for today's Barcelona race:
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It is the first time in this season when Sebastian Vettel will not start the race from pole position. Mark Webber, his colleague from Red Bull managed to do the quickest lap in the qualifying session with a time of 1m 20.981s while Vettel did it in 1m 21.181s. Behind the defending world champion will start Lewis Hamilton, followed by Ferrari's Fernando Alonso and the brit's teammate Jenson Button.
Mark Webber
Sebastian Vettel
Lewis Hamilton
Fernando Alonso
Vitaly Petrov
Felipe Massa
Pastor Maldonado
Sebastien Buemi
Sergio Perez
Kamui Kobayashi
Heikki Kovalainen
Jarno Trulli
Narain Karthikeyan
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