Bugatti EB 218

With the Bugatti EB 218, the Volkswagen Group is presenting a new and fascinating vehicle at the Geneva Motor Show 1999 - a vehicle which will set new technical and aesthetic standards. The EB 218 follows on from the design and technical standards of the EB 118 study, which was shown at the Paris Motor Show 1998. The result is a uniquely aesthetic body shape with well-balanced proportions.

The model name Bugatti EB 218 refers to the 18-cylinder engine, the first of its kind to be used in a passenger vehicle. The exterior aluminium cladding is finished in pearlescent "Blu Notte Perlato".

The harmonious lines of the body are continued in the comfortable and elegant interior. The instruments are oval in shape and the instrument panel is framed in the finest leather.

Permanent four-wheel drive and an aluminum multi-link suspension lend the Bugatti EB 218 impressive driving dynamics and excellent traction. The Bugatti emblem EB is on the central lock. The vehicle is fitted with eye-catching 285/50 R 18 tyres.

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2005 Honda Civic Revealed

2005 Honda Civic Revealed

Honda Motor Europe Ltd. today announced the all-new, eighth generation Civic for the European market in 2005. Wider and lower than the out-going model, the Civic retains virtually all the emotional styling characteristics of the concept.

2005 Honda Civic Revealed

2005 Honda Civic Revealed

2005 Honda Civic Revealed

2005 Honda Civic Revealed

The concept car already revealed Honda’s intention of moving the Civic into a sporty, emotional, and fun-to-drive direction. This car wedge-shaped forward cabin with lower vehicle height, wider width and shorter length. A wide stance creates a feeling of great stability and sturdiness, while the super-wedged side profile emphasises the exciting look and hints at an equally adventurous interior.

The interior features the “Dual Link” concept, in which driving information, including vehicle speed, is displayed in the upper part of the instrument panel. This design allows the driver to concentrate on the road while receiving vital information, enhancing the easy-to-operate and fun-to-drive character of the car. The rear seats can be tipped up to form a second storage area in the rear passenger cabin. The total volume of the luggage compartment is about 485 litres, thanks to the centre positioning of the fuel tank. via carbodydesign

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Lotus 2-Eleven

Geneva, Switzerland, Lotus Sport, the race car performance arm of Lotus Cars Ltd, today unveiled the new Lotus 2-Eleven. Launched at the 77th annual Geneva International Motor Show, the Lotus 2-Eleven is aimed at the true track day enthusiast, taking Colin Chapman’s philosophy of ‘Performance Through Lightweight’ to its most extreme level yet.

Designed with the most serious of track day enthusiasts in mind, the Lotus 2-Eleven offers race car levels of performance coupled with legendary Lotus Ride and Handling to deliver a truly outstanding track day car.

Said Mike Kimberley, Chief Executive Officer for Group Lotus plc: “The Lotus 2-Eleven takes our core brand values to the extreme. Production of the Lotus 2-Eleven is scheduled to commence in April 2007 at the awardwinning and world-class Lotus manufacturing facility at Lotus Headquarters in Hethel, Norfolk, UK. The 2-Eleven build will be completed in dedicated Lotus Sport workshops and each vehicle will be given a Lotus Sport build plate. The Launch Edition is available in two versions - Road Going Version (UK Single Vehicle Approval) fitted with front and rear lights, exhaust catalyst, single plane rear wing and other items to achieve compliance with UK road legal requirements and Track Only Version with an enhanced aerodynamics package including high downforce single plane carbon fibre rear wing, high downforce front splitter, brake lights and rear indicators and FIA approved driver’s race seat.

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