lundi 8 avril 2013
hi !!!!!!!! Nurburgring closed to remove giant penis graffiti
The fabled Nordschleife, the treacherous layout alongside the modern Nurburgring formula one circuit, had to be closed for a time on Sunday.
Austria's APA news agency reports that graffiti artists painted a giant 15 by 4-metre all-white penis on the asphalt of the famous layout.
Circuit authorities deployed specialised cleaning vehicles to remove the graffiti, and local police confirmed that the facility had to be closed for 90 minutes.
The police estimate that the graffiti involved about 20 litres of white paint, posing a low-grip safety hazard for those lapping the Nurburgring.
Source: bridgetogantry.com via jalopnik.com
Super 90s: The era of 'Super' and 'Hyper'
The terms ‘super’ and ‘hyper’ were an integral part of the final decade before the turn of the millennium. The new generation of 200mph+ cars – and catwalk models with multi-million-dollar salaries – enjoyed the ‘super’ prefix, while the digital revolution brought on the era of ‘hyperlinks’. We cast a glance back at this history-changing decade.
A Match for McLaren? Classic Driver picks 5 top supercars of the 90s
Stratospheric top speeds helped to define the supercars of the 1990s, as the top marques fought to claim the crown of “fastest car in the world” – and 200mph became a bare minimum, rather than a headline-grabbing benchmark. The Classic Driver office voted the McLaren F1 as the clear winner when it comes to all-round supercar stardom; but here we’ve chosen to feature some contenders that dared to challenge the F1’s supremacy in that high-octane era. read more >>
Continental Drift: A 'Grand Bentley' coupé 20 years on
From the early 1950s onwards, Bentley buyers ordering a ‘Continental’ knew they were getting the very top model in the range: extremely limited in production numbers and able to transport four people and their luggage from one end of Europe to the other. read more >>
Million-Dollar Babes: The supermodels of the 90s
Cindy Crawford and Claudia Schiffer were by no means the only highly paid catwalk queens of the 1990s. We bring you our personal best of the beauties.read more >>
From Game Boy to Pepsi Concorde, these are the Icons of Generation X
With the digital revolution now in full swing, many of the defining icons of the 90s (apart from cars, of course) were electronic objects. Now it’s time to reminisce about these technological marvels, from handheld games consoles to supersonic jets. read more >>
Text: Classic Driver
1926 Garelli Racing Motorcycle
The Italian moped and motorcycle manufacturer Garelli Motorcycles was founded in 1919 byAlberto Garelli. Garelli Motorcycles were famous among Italian riders, Ernesto Gnesa,Tazio Nuvolari and Achille Varzi all began their racing careers on Garelli Motorcycles.
By the time Alberto Garelli was 22 years old he had already earned his degree in engineering. Alberto dedicated his work to developing and perfecting the 2-stroke engine for Fiat, in 1911Garelli left Fiat due to their lack of enthusiasm for the 2-stroke engine.
After leaving Fiat Garelli continued working on his own engine design from 1911 to 1914 which resulted in the 350cc split-single. Garelli also worked for other motorcycle manufacturers from 1914 to 1918. At that time he won a competition organized by the Italian army to design a motorcycle. In 1919, Garelli constructed a 350cc motorcycle, which set a long distance record from Milan to Naples. Ettore Girardi the rider covered the 840 km.
The Garelli 350cc split-single remained in production until 1926 and made a major impact in racing. In 1926 Ermino Visioli was the first Garelli man to enter the Isle of Man TT. After World War II, Garelli concentrated on producing smaller bikes and mopeds for the European market. Garellidominated the 125cc class in the early 1980s Grand Prix motorcycle racing, winning six consecutive world championships. The Garelli Motorcycles Grand Prix motorcycle racing winners were Angel Nieto from 1982 to 1984, Fausto Gresini in 1985, Luca Cadalora in 1986, Fausto Gresin in 1987.
This 1926 Garelli Racing Motorcycle you see above in the pictures embodies the 350 Grand Prix Garelli in its final incarnation. The split-single engine can produce a maximum of 20bhp at 4,500rpm. It was good enough to kick some ass at the top speed of 130km/h (81mph). This motorcycle also made to front cover of ‘Agrati Garelli: 80 anni di storia’. This 1926 Garelli Racing Motorcycle is up for auction at Bonham’s and is estimated to be sold for US$40,00 to 53,000.
For more info visit – www.bonhams.com
Renault Twin'Z Concept announced
Could hint at next-gen Twingo design
Renault revealed today the Twin'Z Concept which represents an electric supermini with five doors and a rear-wheel drive layout.
The EV is 3627mm long, 1705mm wide and 1506mm tall, with a 2495mm wheelbase and a 980 kg (2,160 lbs) weight. Power comes from a rear-mounted electric motor generating 68 bhp (50 kW) and 226 Nm (166 lb-ft) of torque, working together with four lithium-ion battery packs spaced evenly beneath the floor providing a range of up to 100 miles (161 km). It can reach a top speed of 81 mph (130 km/h).
The Renault Twin'Z Concept sits on 18-inch alloys with specially developed 205/40 R18 Michelin tires and has Ohlins dampers. It benefits from a MacPherson front and double wishbone rear suspension with a carbon fiber body and a tubular frame.
Its styling was contoured in collaboration with British designer Ross Lovegrove who also created the wheels. The concept comes with rearward opening doors and ditches the central pillar for an easier access inside where the seats are extremely thin and light. These are wrapped around in a fire-retardant and waterproof material, while the seat frame can be seen through the fabric. The center of the dashboard holds a tablet which acts as the infotainment system.
The EV is 3627mm long, 1705mm wide and 1506mm tall, with a 2495mm wheelbase and a 980 kg (2,160 lbs) weight. Power comes from a rear-mounted electric motor generating 68 bhp (50 kW) and 226 Nm (166 lb-ft) of torque, working together with four lithium-ion battery packs spaced evenly beneath the floor providing a range of up to 100 miles (161 km). It can reach a top speed of 81 mph (130 km/h).
The Renault Twin'Z Concept sits on 18-inch alloys with specially developed 205/40 R18 Michelin tires and has Ohlins dampers. It benefits from a MacPherson front and double wishbone rear suspension with a carbon fiber body and a tubular frame.
Its styling was contoured in collaboration with British designer Ross Lovegrove who also created the wheels. The concept comes with rearward opening doors and ditches the central pillar for an easier access inside where the seats are extremely thin and light. These are wrapped around in a fire-retardant and waterproof material, while the seat frame can be seen through the fabric. The center of the dashboard holds a tablet which acts as the infotainment system.
THE EASTPAK STORY. SINCE 1952
THE FILM OF EASTPAK'S HISTORY: « EASTPAK AUTHENTIC SINCE 1952 »
To celebrate its 60th anniversary, EASTPAK reveals its origins in this heritage film, showcasing the evolution which has made it the authentic urban lifestyle brand we know today.
The film conveys the milestones in the development of the brand's world-famous expertise and the meteoric rise to its current status as the leader of the (back)pack, from American soldiers in 1952 to today's urban consumers.
OFFICIAL SUPPLIERS TO THE PENTAGON
IN THE 50s, EASTERN CANVAS INC. signs a contract with the Pentagon to supply high quality bags and safety equipment to the US army. The company establishes its expertise by creating hard-wearing products tailored to the military's highest standard of materials and construction. For a soldier, product quality can mean the difference between life and death.
FROM THE 60s ONWARDS, the company produces millions of iconic army duffel bags for American GIs.
WINNING OVER U.S. COLLEGE CAMPUSES
IN THE 70s, cool students on American campuses begin to wear army issue bags to school, and in 1976, EASTERN CANVAS starts producing a range of bags and luggage to meet the increasing market demand, thus creating EASTPAK.
The brand's first iconic pieces are produced in Seattle, introducing the Lifetime Warranty, thanks to military manufacturing standards.
THROUGHOUT THE 80s, students can't get enough of emblematic army bags and EASTPAK takes over American campuses from coast to coast.
In 1985, Marty MCFLY dons the brand's future classic, the PADDED RETURNITY, for his adventures in BACK TO THE FUTURE.
At the same time as this cinematic exposure, EASTPAK becomes the first bag manufacturer to add flashy colours and all-over prints to its collections. It's also the first in
the industry to use provocative and quirky ads in lifestyle magazines and on MTV. These campaigns have an impact on an entire generation.
THE URBAN EXPLORER
THE 90s see EASTPAK graduate to the city. The brand's aficionados bring it to the urban jungle, and it becomes a fully-fledged urban lifestyle brand. The urban playground fuels EASTPAK's creativity without distancing the brand from its origins: QUALITY, EFFICIENCY, CREATIVITY.
THE YEAR 2000 heralds EASTPAK's iconic collaborations with world-famous artists, designers, musicians and celebrities, including Kris Van Assche, Raf Simons, BLESS, Wood Wood, Colette, A.P.C., Gaspard Yurkievich, Kaiser Chiefs, Prodigy, Ed Banger...
The authentic urban lifestyle brand, EASTPAK, is proud of its heritage since 1952. Enriched by its past, the brand constantly seeks new challenges to continue to offer products that are built to resist and tailored for city life.
Scramble ME: A Triumph Scrambler Adventure with Ernie Vigil
Professional freestyler Ernie "EDUB" Vigil started working with Triumph a while back. He and his partner Nick "Apex" Brocha recently ran an Iron Butt Association Challenge -- Border-to-Border Insanity -- where Ernie got to know and love the Triumph Scrambler. He wanted to create a film to demonstrate the Scrambler's up-for-anything versatility -- "from track to dirt to date," as Ernie put it. Who were we to argue?
Porsche Cayenne Vantage 2 Red Dragon by TopCar revealed
One of the many Cayennes modified by the Russian tuner
TopCar has released yet another customization program for the Porsche Cayenne, this time with a red/white theme and dragon stitching on the seats.
The Russian aftermarket specialists installed red-trimmed alloy wheels and a carbon fiber body kit consisting of a front spoiler bumper, front fender extensions, rear spoiler, side skirts and hood. The rear of the high-performance SUV hosts a new diffuser with LED brake light strips and fender wings.
Inside the custom-made cabin the striking red theme is continued by the quilted leather and a carbon fiber trim resulting in a truly love/hate bespoke interior.
As a reminder, TopCar released last year the Vantage 2 Lemon with the same body kit but featuring citreous and lime accents, as per client's request.
The Russian aftermarket specialists installed red-trimmed alloy wheels and a carbon fiber body kit consisting of a front spoiler bumper, front fender extensions, rear spoiler, side skirts and hood. The rear of the high-performance SUV hosts a new diffuser with LED brake light strips and fender wings.
Inside the custom-made cabin the striking red theme is continued by the quilted leather and a carbon fiber trim resulting in a truly love/hate bespoke interior.
As a reminder, TopCar released last year the Vantage 2 Lemon with the same body kit but featuring citreous and lime accents, as per client's request.
via Worldcarfans
BILLY JOEL RIDES A MOTORCYCLE
Billy Joel is telling Tom Cotter a story about his buddy, fellow hall-of-fame rock-’n’-roller Bruce Springsteen.
“Bruce is always looking for a character bike. He has one of the new Triumph Bonnevilles, which is a great bike. I told him about our shop, so he came down in the middle of winter. It’s freezing—minus five degrees—and he wants to take out my Sacred Cow bobber. I said, ‘Are you crazy?’ It’s so cold, and he had no gear, just a helmet. After a ride, he came back and said, ‘I want you to build me that bike.’ So he gave us the specs, and we’re almost finished with it. It started out as a Kawasaki W650. The frame is black and the tank will be metalflake gold. Man, he’s hard core.”
“Rockin’ Garages,” written by Cotter and Ken Gross and published last year by Motorbooks International, is a beautifully illustrated, 192-page, coffee-table-style book. Focus is on the mostly automobile collections of 20 musicians, among them Keith Urban, Arlo Guthrie, Sammy Hagar, Brian Johnson, John Oates, Nick Mason and J Geils. Joel and Pat Simmons of Doobie Brothers fame are the only subjects fixated by motorcycles.
“In 1977,” described Cotter, “Joel, then 27, bought a Yamaha 400 Special and thought life couldn’t get any better—at least until he traded up to a Yamaha 750 Virago, then to his first Harley-Davidson, an AMF-era Sportster. ‘When I bought the Harley, people thought I had arrived,’ said Joel.
“Joel has never had a Japanese-bike phobia. ‘They are lighter, better, cheaper and their engineering is brilliant,’ he said. ‘And Japanese bikes got more people into motorcycles, which we should all be happy about.’”
A crash in 1982 nearly cost Joel his music career. “The impact pulverized the bone in my left thumb and pulled my right wrist out of its socket,” he told Cotter. “I’m bleeding, my hands didn’t work, and a police officer asks me for my license. So, I told him to pull my wallet out of my pocket. He looks at my license, then yells to the woman, ‘Hey, lady, you just hit Billy Joel!’”
Joel has owned a number of Italian motorcycles, including a Ducati Mike Hailwood replica. “Moto Guzzis are my personal favorites,” he said. “I once rented a V7 Classic in Lake Como in Italy. That would be my all-time favorite bike.”
“Rockin’ Garages” is available for $35 from www.motorbooks.com.
from cycleworld
Inscription à :
Articles (Atom)