Rinspeed iChange

Rinspeed iChange has been unveiled by Rinspeed as the latest project which will make its world debut at the Geneva Auto Show. Comes with 1,050 kg weighs, Rinspeed iChange can transform in seconds from a one-seater sports car to a comfortable car with enough room for three passengers.

Powered by an electric motor, Rinspeed iChange may develops 150kW and reach its top speed at 220 km/h. Rinspeed iChange is able to reach 100 km/h in less than four seconds and features a six-speed pre-selector gearbox from a Subaru WRX.

Rinspeed iChange uses an electrically powered roof section that tilts forward to allow for access to change the purpose of the door. That means Rinspeed iChange comes with interesting design characteristic since it has no door attached.

Read the rest entry of this news?

Cadillac Converj Concept Car

Cadillac Converj is the latest grand touring coupe car concept that has been unveiled by General Motors at the NAIAS. Powered by a 220 lithium-ion cells battery pack integrated in the chassis of the car, Cadillac Converj offers a range of 40 miles.

To fully re-charge from a 240V outlet, Cadillac Converj needs around 3 hours. While from a 120V, Cadillac Converj needs 8 hours.

The latest electric propulsion technology from the company called Voltec is showcased on this Cadillac Converj. With the new tech, Cadillac Converj may gets up to 40 miles of gas- and emissions-free driving.

Cadillac Converj also comes with some features include Touch-screen navigation, climate, organic light-emitting diode technology, center-stack controls and audio systems and a unique power on sequence featuring blue-lit console graphics.

Read the rest entry of this news?

2010 Honda Insight Hybrid

Honda Insight Hybrid (2010) has made its world debut at the NAIAS. The 2010 Honda Insight Hybrid is powered by a 1.3-liter SOHC aluminum-alloy i-VTEC engine combined with the Honda’s IMA hybrid system for exceptional fuel economy and fun-to-drive performance.

As have been said by the company that the 2010 Honda Insight Hybrid can get a 40/43 miles per gallon fuel economy and features the latest generation of the Integrated Motor Assist technology.

Honda Insight Hybrid (2010) comes equipped with standard features such as automatic climate control, two-tier digital instrument panels, mirrors and door locks, a tilting and telescoping steering wheel, and many more.

2010 Honda Insight Hybrid which had been premiered in Detroit comes with the Ecological Drive Assist System that combines various functions that help the driver get a better mileage.

2010 Honda Insight Hybrid price is below the Honda Civic Hybrid price and will be available in U.S. showrooms in the beginning of April 2009.

Read the rest entry of this news?