Bertone Mantide

Bertone Mantide which is based on the 2009 Corvette ZR1 has been revealed by STILE BERTONE. Bertone Mantide which previously teased under the Project M name, will be unveiled at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este.

Bertone Mantide may reach its top speed up to 351 km/h (217mph) and 62 mph in 3.2 seconds acceleration time.

Bertone Mantide features light-weight carbon fibber racing seats, FIA regulation triangulated roll cage, and also 4pt racing harness.

Bertone Mantide is around 100 kg lighter and has 25% (Cd 0.298) less drag. While for its design, it has been influenced by Formula One and aerospace technology.

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Sigma GTE Electric Sports Car Prototype

Sigma GTE is a new electric sports car prototype which has been developed by the US-based Sigma Motorworks company.

Powered by two Advance Motors DC motors that connected directly to the front and rear differentials, Sigma GTE may outputs 100 hp each from its motors while running at 144V. However, Sigma GTE doesn’t have a gearbox attached.

Sigma GTE has been designed using a Ford Mustang cockpit and offers four seats that’s better for the safety and interior quality. While Sigma GTE’s body is made from fiberglass and has been designed in-house by the manufacturer.

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Mazda CX9 (2010)

Mazda has made announcement about the 2010 Mazda CX9 debut that will be premiered at the 2009 New York International Auto Show. Alongside with the Mazda CX9 debut, the company will also showcase the new Mazda CX-7 and the new 2010 MAZDASPEED3 which powered by MZR 2.3L direct injection turbo engine.

Mazda also said that 2010 Mazda CX9 has unique driving dynamics that are not found in its segment, as the Mazda CX9 is a seven-passenger, three-row crossover SUV.

Mazda CX9 (2010) comes with improved safety system, new options, and also an exterior and interior facelift.

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