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Motorsport

This Supercar Is Part Porsche, Part IndyCar, All Awesome

Crafting a customized automotive from the bottom up is a rare endeavor that calls for an enormous quantity of engineering prowess, creativity, and sheer dedication. Amidst monumental efforts, twin brothers Nikita and Illiya Bridan from Oil Stain Lab have efficiently created a wide ranging sports activities automotive (nearly) from the bottom up.

Leveraging their ardour and experience, the duo launched into a outstanding journey that concerned reworking a 1966 Porsche 912 coupe tub right into a one-of-a-kind marvel. There are apparent influences from open-wheel racing, too. That one-off prototype was featured in one among Top Gear’s newest movies the place Rob Dahm even will get to drive the automotive. 

What units this creation other than different beautiful Porsche customized one-offs is the audacious option to combine a GM-sourced engine. The LS V8 has undergone substantial modifications and features a customized exhaust system – and people pipes appear to be a chunk of artwork. The unit now delivers 650 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque, which is greater than sufficient to place a giant smile on Dahm’s face each time he hits the gasoline pedal on the 1,900-pound automotive.

Such a radical design requires a number of out-of-the-box pondering and one instance is the 911 GT2-sourced transaxle, which has been flipped the other way up to suit the development of the automotive. What a possible subsequent model of the automotive may appear to be? According to Nikita, it has a windshield, gullwing doorways, and a coupe form. And far more house within the cabin.

VolvoCars

A space for living on the move: here’s the fully electric Volvo EM90 premium MPV

In today’s fast-paced world, finding time and space for life itself can be a challenge.

With the new, fully electric Volvo EM90 premium MPV, the goal is to create a space for living. It’s designed to be a place where you can connect, think, or simply relax; a space to spend time with loved ones, find peace of mind, and enrich your life.

The EM90 offers a premium experience that goes beyond the traditional expectations of a Volvo car. It incorporates iconic Scandinavian design, 96 years of safety heritage, ultimate comfort, and cutting-edge technology.

“It’s an age-old cliché, but there really is no place like home,” said Jim Rowan, Chief Executive of Volvo Cars. “A place to connect with your loved ones, to truly be yourself. It’s this feeling of home that inspired our new EM90, a car with room for life.”

A confident exterior with an illuminating grille

The EM90 aims to set a new standard of style in the MPV segment. Inside, it serves as your living room on the move, providing ultimate comfort and a premium experience. It incorporates Scandinavian design details that enhance the overall experience. Further details about the interior design of the EM90 can be found in this blog post.

On the exterior, the EM90 makes a grand appearance with instantly recognizable and iconic Thor’s Hammer headlights at the front. The headlights, along with an illuminated logo, create a proud and confident face for the Volvo car. The design is inspired by skyscrapers and cutting-edge immersive art, exuding high-tech, crafted precision.

At the rear, a lit-up wordmark and stylish rear light design make the EM90 stand out. The iconic Volvo vertical tail-lamps have also been evolved, drawing inspiration from the skyline of modern cities. The tail-lamp signatures extend both upward and downward, with the metal strip representing the core horizon line.

The EM90 is available in four exterior colors, inspired by the interplay between nature and light.

Competitive range and bi-directional charging

As a fully electric car, the EM90 offers a range of up to 738 kilometers under the CLTC testing cycle. It features a 116 kWh battery and an expected charging time from 10 to 80 percent in less than 30 minutes. The EM90 is powered by an e-motor with a 200kW power output, enabling an acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds.

Similar to the EX90 flagship SUV, the EM90 is equipped for bi-directional charging, allowing the use of its battery as a power bank to charge other electric cars and appliances.

The EM90 comes with 19- or 20-inch aero wheels, combining engineering artistry with aero efficiency to optimize driving range.

In terms of safety features, the EM90 incorporates safe space technology designed to protect everyone in and around the car. It integrates 96 years of safety DNA and extensive knowledge based on real-world accident research into a new segment. More about the safety features in the EM90 can be found in this blog post.

An outstanding experience

Additional comfort comes through top-notch sound isolation and road noise cancellation technology, while dual-chamber air suspension and silent tires further improve the ride experience for everyone in the EM90.

All these features work together to minimize road noise, allowing for the optimum sound quality from a total of 21 Bowers & Wilkins speakers embedded in your own private concert hall on the move.

The EM90 offers cutting-edge technology designed to make life easier and more enjoyable, such as the Snapdragon® Cockpit Platforms from Qualcomm Technologies and 5G connectivity where available.

The car includes a voice assistant visualized in a refreshed Volvo avatar inside a 15.4-inch infotainment screen for the driver. Additionally, there is a high-definition 15.6-inch roof-mounted screen that folds down whenever entertainment or a business video meeting is desired. This screen also supports mobile screen projection and various third-party apps.

The multi-functional set of screens and smart surfaces in the EM90 enables a variety of in-cabin scenarios, allowing for easy transformation of the interior into a theater, meeting room, or bedroom for the rear seats with the flick of a switch or a command to the voice assistant, adjusting screens, seats, windows, air conditioner, and lighting accordingly.

Like all new Volvo cars, the EM90 will receive over-the-air software updates, providing continuous improvement over time. A digital key and remote functions via the Volvo Cars app offer easy access and control of the car.

“The Volvo EM90 is a supremely comfortable electric car with a smart cabin, fast charging, a competitive driving range, Volvo’s unique design language, and a high level of premium in every detail,” said Jim Rowan. “But far more important is what it does for you. It gives you room to connect. Room to create. Room to relax. Room for you and for those around you.”

The Volvo EM90 will first be available in China and is now open for pre-orders for customers in China.

Watch the grand opening of the new EM90 with our chief executive Jim Rowan here.

The small print

  • The driving range is estimated based on testing done according to the CLTC standard and applicable only to the China market.
  • Charging time can vary and is dependent on various factors such as outdoor temperature, battery condition, and car condition.
  • Road noise cancellation is planned to be available via an over-the-air update.
  • Vehicle to grid (V2G) functionality is subject to availability in individual markets.
  • Snapdragon Cockpit Platforms are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Motorsport

2008 Alpina B7 Returns to Factory After $43K Restoration

The 2008 Alpina B7 is a notable car that often grabs attention. It is known for being expensive to repair, maintain, and restore. This is why the recent video on the M539 Restorations YouTube channel feels like a significant event.

More than a year ago, Sreten purchased the 2008 Alpina B7 for $4,000. He affectionately refers to it as a “giant check engine light.” The car is based on the E65 BMW 7 Series and comes with striking features such as 21-inch wheels, a more aggressive body design with a deeper front air dam, side skirts, and a rear valence. However, the true upgrades are hidden beneath the surface. Along with the cosmetic changes, the car receives improvements to its suspension and brakes to handle the power of its 500-horsepower supercharged 4.4-liter V8 engine.


Technology

Why Heat Waves Can Cause Power Outages (And What You Can Do About It)

Utility companies are well-prepared for heat waves and try to meet the increased energy demands that come with them. So, if your utility company is asking you to reduce your electricity usage, it’s for a good reason. Although it may not be ideal, it’s better to turn off your A/C than to lose power completely. If you find yourself in a power outage during a heat wave, there are several things you can do to stay cool. These include increasing ventilation in your home, using battery-powered fans and other devices, and being prepared with generators. Many of these preparations can be done while the power is still on and you are being asked to conserve energy.

Another way to address power outages during heat waves is to voice your concerns to your government representatives and utility companies. Request an increased use of solar and wind energy to supplement your grid’s capacity, as well as the implementation of smart grid technology. Smart grids, especially a unified national Smart Grid, help make energy distribution more efficient and enables the grid to better handle sudden surges in energy demand. This is achieved through automatic computerized adjustments as well as by empowering workers to manually address stress on the grid. Throttling power and using real-time, GPS-synchronized data to make informed decisions about energy distribution are some of the methods employed.

Considering that climate change will lead to more frequent and more intense heat waves, it is crucial to expedite the implementation of smart grid technology. By advocating for your representatives and power company to adapt to this technology and take more assertive action against climate change, you can contribute to preventing future blackouts.