Toyota Highlander Wallpapers

The design of the all-new 2008 Toyota Highlander does more than evoke the future; with available Hybrid Synergy Drive®, your mileage is futuristic, too. The all-new 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid intelligently captures energy otherwise lost by coasting or braking to recharge the battery. Combined with a conventionally powered gas engine, the 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid will leave other SUVs in its low-emissions dust. Inside, the 2008 Highlander provides available 7-passenger seating with the versatile Center-Stow™ second-row seat. Indulge 6 people in amenities like captain’s chairs and a removable second-row console, or modify Center-Stow™ to carry 7. And just as the comfortable interior modifies to your changing life, Toyota Highlander's dynamic, car-like ride adapts to a twisty road. Bigger. Wider. More powerful. And filled with safety innovations that are our hallmark. The all-new 2008 Toyota Highlander. Coming summer 2007. (Hybrid, fall 2007.) The 2008 Toyota Highlander is significantly larger, roomier and more powerful than the vehicle it replaces. Yet its fuel efficiency will be virtually unchanged. It is noticeably quieter, smarter, with significantly improved versatility and ride comfort. The 2008 Toyota Highlander will have one of the most comprehensive lists of standard safety features in it the mid-size SUV class where safety is at the top of purchase considerations.

Toyota Highlander will be offered in Base, Sport and Limited grades. All three grades will be powered by a new 3.5-liter V6 with dual independent variable valve timing with intelligence (VVTi) that delivers an impressive 270 horsepower — a 55 horsepower gain over the previous generation’s 3.3-liter engine. Toyota Highlander has an impressive list of standard safety features. It will provide a segmentleading total of seven airbags, including a driver’s knee airbag and roll-sensing side curtain airbags for all three rows in addition to active headrests for the driver and front passenger. As with all Toyota SUVs for the last three years, Toyota Highlander will provide Toyota’s STAR™ safety system, featuring: anti-lock brakes, traction control, electronic brake-force distribution, brake assist, and for the first time, enhanced vehicle stability control, with electronic power steering. For all Sport and Limited models, a stand-alone backup camera with a 3.5-inch LCD multi-information screen, not tied to a navigation system, is standard equipment. Highlander rides on an all-new chassis derived from the current Camry and Avalon. It is nearly four inches longer and three inches wider, with an inch more ground clearance and three inches of additional wheelbase than the Highlander it replaces. Toyota Highlander'ssecond-row seating flexibility features captain’s chairs with armrests that, if needed, can be converted to a bench seat for three passengers. A “Center Stow™” seat, when not in use, is hidden in a compartment under the front center console. In its place, passengers can easily put in the Center Stow™console or choose to leave the area open as a walk-through to the third row. The second row also slides forward and back 4.7 inches and reclines.

Toyota Highlander Wallpapers
Toyota Highlander Wallpapers
Toyota Highlander Wallpapers
Toyota Highlander Wallpapers

Mitsubishi Outlander Pictures

The Mitsubishi Outlander is a crossover manufactured by Japanese automaker Mitsubishi Motors. It was originally known as the Mitsubishi Airtrek when it was introduced in Japan in 2001, and was based on the Mitsubishi ASX concept vehicle exhibited at the 2001 North American International Auto Show. The ASX (Active Sports Crossover) represented Mitsubishi Outlander's approach to the industry wide XUV trend for retaining the all-season and off-road abilities offered by a high ground clearance and four-wheel drive, while still offering car-like levels of emissions, economy and size. The original Airtrek name was chosen to "describe the vehicle’s ability to transport its passengers on adventure-packed journeys in a 'free-as-a-bird' manner", and was "coined from Air and Trek to express the idea of footloose, adventure-filled motoring pleasure." The Mitsubishi Outlander nameplate which replaced it evoked a "feeling of journeying to distant, unexplored lands in search of adventure."

The second generation of the vehicle was introduced in 2005 and all markets including Japan adopted the Mitsubishi Outlander name, although production of the older version continued in parallel. It was built on the company's GS platform, and used various engines developed by Mitsubishi, Volkswagen and PSA Peugeot Citroën. PSA's Citroën C-Crosser and Peugeot 4007, which are manufactured by Mitsubishi in Japan, are badge engineered versions of the Mitsubishi Outlander.

Mitsubishi Outlander Pictures
Mitsubishi Outlander Pictures
Mitsubishi Outlander Pictures
Mitsubishi Outlander Pictures

Mclaren F1 Pictures

The McLaren F1 is a super car designed and manufactured by McLaren Automotive. Originally a concept conceived by Gordon Murray, he convinced Ron Dennis to back the project and engaged Peter Stevens to design the exterior of the car. On 31 March 1998, it set the record for the fastest road car in the world, 240 mph (386 km/h). As of Jan 2011, the F1 is still the fastest naturally aspirated road car in the world.

The car features numerous proprietary designs and technologies; it was designed and built with no compromises to the original design concept laid out by Gordon Murray. It is lighter and has a more streamlined structure than even most of its modern rivals and competitors despite having one seat more than most similar sports cars, with the driver's seat located in the middle (and slightly forward of the passengers seating position providing excellent driving visibility). It features a powerful engine and is somewhat track oriented, but not to the degree that it compromises everyday usability and comfort. It was conceived as an exercise in creating what its designers hoped would be considered the ultimate road car. Despite not having been designed as a track machine, a modified race car edition of the vehicle won several races, including the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1995, where it faced purpose-built prototype race cars. Production began in 1992 and ended in 1998. In all, 106 cars were manufactured, with some variations in the design.

In 1994, the British car magazine AutoCar stated in a road test regarding the McLaren F1, "The McLaren F1 is the finest driving machine yet built for the public road." and that "The F1 will be remembered as one of the great events in the history of the car, and it may possibly be the fastest production road car the world will ever see.".

Mclaren F1 Pictures
Mclaren F1 Pictures
Mclaren F1 Pictures
Mclaren F1 Pictures

Bugatti Veyron Super Sport Wallpapers

The well-thumbed road-tester’s dictionary of superlatives has been consigned to the bin and the world seems a far slower place after a few hours in the world’s fastest production road car.

No mere fast, brash supercar, the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport has been created expressly to be the GT par excellence. A lot of Bugatti Veyron Super Sport owners apparently think the best part of 1,000bhp isn’t enough, so the Super Sport has been created to fill the niche.

It is a development of the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport launched in 2005, with extensive modifications to unleash even more power while retaining the original car’s poise and driveability. Volkswagen acquired the rights to the Bugatti name in 1998 and, under the direction of then-boss Dr Ferdinand Piëch, set about producing an ultra-high performance car with at least 1,000 horsepower and a top speed beyond 400kph (249mph). The result was the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport 16.4, with a W16 quad-turbo engine producing 987bhp (1,001PS) and 922lb ft of torque – good for 0-62mph in 2.5sec and a top speed of 253mph. It was limited to 300 units, including variants such as the Grand Sport cabriolet... and now this.

Obviously, the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport had to have more power. The engine is essentially the same apart from reduced internal resistance, but bigger turbochargers (four of them, remember) and Naca ducts in the roof (to feed more air to the intercoolers) hike power to 1,200PS (1,183bhp).

Bugatti engineer Dr Oliver Schauerte outlined the other changes from the “standard” Bugatti Veyron Super Sport. The front has been revised with extra grilles to assist breathing and improve brake cooling. The brake discs are unchanged, but the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport has racing-grade pads.

Bugatti Veyron Super Sport Wallpapers
Bugatti Veyron Super Sport Wallpapers
Bugatti Veyron Super Sport Wallpapers
Bugatti Veyron Super Sport Wallpapers

Fiat Linea

Fiat Linea

Fiat Linea is a small family size 4 door sedan which was developed in 2007 to compete with top of the line Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla, in emerging markets. Sold throughout Asia, Latin America, Europe and India, it is the largest salon in Fiat fleet. Based on Fiat's reliable SCSS platform, Fiat Linea is powered by either 1.4L petrol or 1.9L diesel engines, enough to produce 152hp. As of now, users have to contend with 5 speed manual dualogic gearbox designed to provide superior power performance,as required by Turbojet and Multijet engine versions.

Fiat Linea

Owner Incentives

In 2008, Fiat Linea was introduced in Brazil with the capability of using ehtanol. Subsequently, less powerful yet more robust variant, was introduced in India that relied on 1.4 L 'Fire' petrol engine. Its most powerful 1.4 16valve turbojet engine is able to produce 112kw at 5500rpm and is able to attain top speed of more than 200km/h. Since its introduction three years earlier, Linea is trying to gain market share by providing one of the most diverse sets of functions and services, ever. For example, in Brazil the L'Unico Club offers VIP services to the owners of Fort Linea. These services include exclusive attendants and line operators who provide priority service at hundreds of car service centers. Moreover, a 3 year warranty is included to attract car buyers who otherwise turn towards the more established Japanese automakers. In India, 24x7 roadside assistance include help with punctures, towing, common spares and minor accidents. An extensive partnership with Tata Motors of India, allows Linea owners to seek further amenities at Tata service centers. As in Brazil, these incentives are offered to entice customers away from its competition which includes Honda City, Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai Verna and Ford Fiesta.

Fiat Linea

Innovation

The innovative design of Fiat Linea is supported by Blue&Me hands free system which allows car drivers to instruct Microsoft based computers, using voice recognition capabilities. This system has long been a Fiat hallmark which can also be integrated with onboard GPS system, USB, bluetooth and MP3 players. Most local versions of Fiat Linea are being co-developed in conjunction with already established car manufacturers in their respective countries. In long term, such partnerships should allow Fiat Linea to gain larger market share in small sedan category.

Aston Martin DB9 Volante Pictures

Aston Martin will introduce a revised version of the company's critically acclaimed DB9 at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show, which includes significant enhancements to standard specification.

These changes include a revised version of Aston Martin's 6.0 litre V12 engine to deliver improved power and torque. Peak power of 470 hp (350 kW) – increased by 20 hp - is now reached at 6,000 rpm, resulting in a power to weight ratio of 267 hp per tonne (199 kW per tonne) – an increase of 11 hp per tonne over the existing DB9.

Peak torque of 600 Nm is delivered at 5,000 rpm, providing even more accessible power for the driver, as well a greater performance feel overall. Accordingly, top speed is now 190 mph (306 km/h) and the benchmark 0-60 mph time improves by 0.3 seconds for the Touchtronic transmission – which benefits from a new valve box and integrated transmission controls to achieve quicker gear shifts – to 4.6 seconds and by 0.1 seconds to 4.6 seconds for the manual gearbox. The latest DB9 also incorporates a series of chassis developments for both the Coupe and Aston Martin Volante derivates. Bilstein dampers are introduced in addition to revised upper suspension arms and retuned suspension bushes to deliver improved ride quality; aiding greater refinement in the Aston Martin Volante and an enhanced sporting feel in the Coupe. The DB9 Aston Martin Volante also benefits from revisions to the front shear panel which increases torsional rigidity by 10 percent further improving refinement.

The DB9 Aston Martin Volante manages to combine all facets of style, quality and usability of a traditional Aston Martin without relying on retrospective detail or design. Accordingly, styling changes to the revised DB9 are subtle, reflecting the car's timeless design and understated elegance.

Exterior styling changes include the introduction of a new standard 19 inch 10-spoke alloy wheel, new door mirrors and a revised anodised aluminium five-bar grille. In the cabin changes include a new centre console constructed from die cast zinc with a painted iridium silver finish and the introduction of a new Emotion Control Unit (ECU) – first seen on the DBS in 2007. The ECU – constructed from glass, polished stainless steel and polycarbonate - replaces the key used previously for the DB9.

The innovative DB9 introduced an exciting new era for Aston Martin. The 2+2 sports car set new standards in its class due to its astonishing combination of technology, agility and design. The car marked the beginning of a new era for Aston Martin Volante and became the first car to be hand-made at the company's state-of-the-art facility in Gaydon, Warwickshire.

Sales of the DB9 started in spring 2004, and to date, more than 10,000 examples have been produced and delivered to customers around the world – surpassing the DB7 as the most successful Aston Martin of all time.

Deliveries of the updated DB9 begin during quarter two 2008, with prices from £113,950 for the DB9 Coupe and £122,950 for the DB9 Aston Martin Volante.

Aston Martin DB9 Volante Pictures
Aston Martin DB9 Volante Pictures
Aston Martin DB9 Volante Pictures
Aston Martin DB9 Volante Pictures

Ferrari Aurea Wallpapers

Ferrari Aurea arose from a graduation thesis with the support of Ferrari engineers. The Aurea Project was born from the desire to place the F1 DNA on a normal car. With the teamwork of Ferrari's Product Engineers, the project saw a good deal of modification to become a sports car heir to the 360 Modena.

One of the major requests was to “dress” the engine-frame of the 360 Modena. The light changes made to the frame have been verified by a special calculating program (Straus) and compared with the original one. The development has been cured by three Ferrari’s engineers:

• Amedeo Visconti: coordinating and homologation rules supervisor;
• Luca Caldirola: external co-examiner who with engineer Stefano Carmassi (responsible for Enzo’s fluid dynamic) resolved the aerodynamics.

The formal and stylistic evolution went through hand rendering to study models to computer graphics models (Rhinoceros and 3d Studio Max).

Ferrari Aurea Wallpapers
Ferrari Aurea Wallpapers
Ferrari Aurea Wallpapers
Ferrari Aurea Wallpapers

2011 Kia Soul Hatchback

2011 Kia Soul Base Hatchback Vehicle Performance

• Engine: 1.6L in-linefour-cylinder DOHC with variable valve timing and four valves per cylinder
• 2011 Kia Soul Base Hatchback Unleaded fuel
• Fuel economy: EPA (08):, 26 MPG city, 31 MPG highway, 28 MPG combined and 355 mi. range
• Multi-point fuel injection
• 12.7-gallon fuel tank 2011 Kia Soul Base Hatchback
• Power (SAE): 122 hp @ 6,300 rpm; 115 ft lb of torque @ 4,200 rpm

BMW Alpina B7 Wallpapers

Woodcliff Lake, NJ - February 16, 2006: Committed to developing the best performing vehicles in the luxury market, BMW with ALPINA has created a special high performance version of BMW’s 7 Series luxury sedan. The 2006 BMW ALPINA B7 brings together the luxury, pioneering design, and advanced technology of the 7 Series Sedan with the scintillating performance of a supercharged, 500hp V-8 engine. To power the BMW ALPINA B7, ALPINA specially developed a higher-performance version of BMW’s 4.4-liter, 90-degree V-8 engine and mated it to a 6-speed automatic transmission featuring steering wheel mounted shift controls. The motor produces 500 horsepower at 5,500 rpm along with maximum torque of 516 lbs.-ft. at 4,250 rpm, and propels the B7 from 0-60 mph in a mere 4.8 seconds. ALPINA 21-inch wheels carry Z-rated performance tires, while the sport-tuned suspension includes Active Roll Stabilization. The B7 aerokit includes a rear spoiler to improve stability, handling, and performance at high speeds. was established in 1964 as an official and approved “ennobler” of BMW automobiles. Their tradition is to take production BMWs and make them even more appealing to connoisseurs of automotive finery.

With this new model, BMW will raise the benchmark for the segment in terms of performance, refinement, technology, and luxury. Approximately 200 US-version cars are planned for the 2006 model year, with a release date in July 2006.

BMW Alpina B7 Wallpapers
BMW Alpina B7 Wallpapers
BMW Alpina B7 Wallpapers
BMW Alpina B7 Wallpapers

Kia Soul Pictures

The Kia Soul is a mini MPV manufactured by Kia, with its design center located in California. It was revealed at the Paris Motor Show in 2008. It was developed in South Korea and traded internationally starting with 2010. Coming to the features of Kia Soul, the cabin contains 2-semi bucket seats at the front. At the rear, it had flat-folding seats that could be removed for enhanced space.

The Kia Soul was traded with a 4-speaker stereo system that included

• a CD player,
• a Sirius Satellite Radio, and
• A USB port.

Some additional features included in the car were

• Bluetooth hands-free connectivity,
• steering-wheel-installed audio controls, and
• additional speakers.There were plenty of custom improvements for the Kia Soul. These incorporated with

• racing stripes, “dragon”,
• LED turn indicators,
• “houndstooth” graphics,
• leather covered steering wheel,
• adaptive cruise control, and
• 18-inch alloy wheels.

Coming to the engines and specifications, the version released for North American markets was made available with 2 inline 4-cylinder gasoline engines.

The standard model derives its power from a 1.6 litre engine that can produce 122 bhp (91 kW) and the engine is matched with a 5-speed automatic transmission. Top-lined trims are featured with a 2.0 liter engine to develop 142 bhp (106 kW), paired to a traditional 5-speed automatic transmission with an available 4-speed automatic transmission.

Exclusive for models marketed in European countries, a 1.6 litre diesel engine is embedded in the vehicle to develop

• 260 N-m (190 lb-ft) of torque and
• 128 bhp (95 kW)

Kia Soul Pictures
Kia Soul Pictures
Kia Soul Pictures
Kia Soul Pictures

2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Base Sedan

Ever owned a Hyundai Sonata? Ever ridden in one of these Korean mid-sized economy cars? Well, neither have I, and I never wanted to until I saw the redesigned version of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata. Past generations for the Sonata sold well, had a very respectable price and scored well in terms of reliability. So, it's no surprise that an old sonata made for a great car. But, let's not dwell on the past when the future looks so bright. The 2011 Hyundai Sonata looks sharp, and I know you have seen a ton of these cars around town. Let me just cut to the chase and give you the only figures you need to know. The Sonata is the cheapest (or close to it) of all its rivals in the mid-sized sedan segment. Base price is $23k. The Hyundai Sonata has the best warranty with a 10 year/100,000 mile warranty. And the fuel economy is 22mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway which also leads the class.

Power:

This new Hyundai rocks a newly designed technology laden power train. The engine is a 2.4 lt. 4-cylnder. It has DOHC and direct injection. Power is put down through a 6-speed auto transmission. And the dual exhaust completes the sporty look. Numbers come in at 200hp and 186 lb. ft. torque. While not the most powerful of the mid-sized sedan class, it is the most fuel efficient at 25/35. So, buyers looking for fuel economy should look no further then the Hyundai Sonata.

2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Base Sedan Vehicle Performance

• Engine: 2.4L Theta in-linefour-cylinder DOHC with variable valve timing and four valves per cylinder
• 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Base Sedan Electric / unleaded fuel
• Fuel economy: EPA (08):, 35 MPG city, 40 MPG highway, 37 MPG combined and 636 mi. range
• Multi-point fuel injection
• 17.2gallon fuel tank2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Base Sedan
• Power (SAE): 206 hp @ 6,000 rpm; 193 ft lb of torque
• Secondary power: 166 hp @ 6,000 rpm; 154 lb ft @ 4,500 rpm

Toyota Prius Hybrid Pictures

Toyota Prius Hybrid plug-in, in the field of energy company. With the Toyota Prius Hybridgets the Vattenfall fleet green growth. The Toyota Prius Hybrid plug-in hybrid vehicles provide effective advertising there Another small step on the way to clean mobility dar. Five Toyota Prius Hybrid plug-in hybrid vehicles will soon enter the service of the fleet of the energy company Vattenfall. The power generator already used different car models with alternative propulsion systems, with the Toyota Prius Hybrid are now but for the first time and hybrid vehicles in the inventory of the vehicle fleet of Vattenfall. This cooperation premiere of Toyota and Vattenfall bring both companies' know-how and insights from their respective areas of expertise with, and Vattenfall is responsible for the necessary charging infrastructure. The five Toyota Prius Hybrid plug-in drive to Berlin and Hamburg.

"With the plug-in hybrid vehicles from Toyota, we are expanding our fleet to five vehicles with" green power "and test them in everyday life. This is another building block in our strategy of mobility in the future to make emission-free, "said Frank Schuth, project manager with electric mobility of Vattenfall. Three plug-in Toyota Prius Hybrid coming in Berlin for use, two in Hamburg. The Toyota Prius Hybrid plug-in relies on the reliable, full hybrid drive of the Toyota Prius Hybrid, extended capacity lithium-ion batteries, and recharge the possibility of energy storage in ordinary sockets to. Toyota Prius Hybrid full hybrid drive consumes 2.6 l/100 km

The Prius plug-in capable of up to 20 kilometers far as an electric vehicle to be moved almost silently and with zero emissions. On longer trips, the Toyota Prius Hybrid drive has all the advantages of the full hybrid system, including excellent performance and low emissions. According to the EU standard for electric vehicles is part of the excise of the plug-in hybrid cars with only 2.6 liters per 100 kilometers. The CO2 emissions from this Toyota Prius Hybrid version is correspondingly low 59 g / km.

Toyota Prius Hybrid Pictures
Toyota Prius Hybrid Pictures
Toyota Prius Hybrid Pictures
Toyota Prius Hybrid Pictures