Nos Estados Unidos 12,600 pessoas pagaram U$99 fazer o pedido de reserva do Smart fortwo

Porsche Cayenne Ambulance

A CAMINHO DO HOSPITAL COM ESTILO

Pioneer announces 8th-gen plasmas with 20,000:1 contrast

Pioneer has announced its 8th generation of plasmas in Europe, with six 720p sets available in June in 42- and 50-inch sizes, and four 1080p sets in 50- and 60-inch flavors coming in September. All models have integrated DVB-T tuners and detachable speakers, with the 720p sets sporting a 16,000:1 contrast ratio, and the 1080p sets stepping it up to a whopping 20,000:1. Pioneer claims that it redesigned the sets from the ground up with improved color reproduction and contrast in mind, and have improved over older plasmas by up to 80%, including Intelligent Brightness Control, which promises to display the best picture regardless of lighting conditions. Prices and exact release dates have not been set, but Tech.co.uk is reporting potential model numbers of PDP508 for the 50-inch 1080p set and PDP4280XD / PDP5080XD for the 42- / 50-inch 720p units.

Porsche 911 Turbo Cabrio

Mercedes-Benz McLaren SLR Roadster

Hamann Ferrari 612 Scaglietti

2007 Jeep Compass gets New Rallye Package from Mopar

Text & Photos edited by Clinton Deacon

Source: DaimlerChrysler AG

May 4, 2007

• Rallye Package outfits Jeep® Compass from head to toe with cool exterior accents

• Mopar® Body kit adds Rallye car toughness to athletic Jeep Compass styling

• Rallye Package available on Jeep Compass models sold in United States and international markets

The Jeep® brand continues its expansion into new territory and into the world of rallye car toughness with a new body kit from Mopar®. For a limited time, a new Rallye Package featuring Authentic Jeep Accessories from Mopar will be available for both 4x2 and 4x4 2007 Jeep Compass and Jeep Compass Limited models. Mopar is the Chrysler Group’s original equipment parts manufacturer.

Arriving in U.S. and international markets in late 2006, the Jeep Compass is an all-new compact sport-utility vehicle that combines classic Jeep cues with contemporary lines. The Mopar Rallye Package takes this sleek style another step, wrapping Jeep Compass’ modern design in an aggressive toughness.

“The Rallye Package from Mopar enhances the sleek, sophisticated and expressive styling and appearance of the Jeep Compass,” said John Plecha, Director – Jeep Marketing and Global Communications. “It embellishes its modern Jeep appeal and gives the Compass a character all its own.”

The Jeep Compass Rallye Package – available in Black, Silver, Inferno Red, Jeep Green and Steel Blue – includes:

• Unique 18-inch x 7-inch black-painted aluminum wheels with machined edges and chrome center caps

• Roof-mounted rear spoiler that adds performance-oriented styling

• Auxiliary driving lights with covers that feature the Jeep logo

• Bright exhaust tips that reinforce the Compass’ forceful personality

• Chrome Rallye badge

• Mopar body kit featuring front and rear fascia overlay appliqués, lower honeycomb front fascia grille and side sill lower panels and door appliqués

The U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the Jeep Compass Rallye Package is $1,985 (Sport) and $1,850 (Limited). Limited production began in April for the United States and international markets. Pre-orders are being taken now.

The Jeep Compass Rallye edition debuted as a concept vehicle at the 2006 Frankfurt Motor Show.

Jeep Compass competes in the compact sport-utility segment, which is expected to grow considerably in the next decade, giving the Jeep brand the opportunity to grow with it. Annual compact SUV volume in the United States for the 2006 calendar year was 520,045 units, up 34 percent from 387,828 units in 2005. The compact SUV segment is expected to continue to grow to 814,000 units by 2016. This is a great opportunity for the Jeep brand to attract new buyers who want a stylish, fuel-efficient, affordable, safe and capable SUV.

Authentic Jeep Accessories from Mopar are available for purchase and installation at Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealerships across the United States. Mopar accessories are covered under DaimlerChrysler’s 3-year/36,000-mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty or Mopar’s 12-month/12,000-mile Limited Warranty, whichever is more favorable to the customer. These warranties are serviced by Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealerships.

Colnago for Ferrari Bicycles

Although I've covered a lot of bicycle and luxury car collaborations somehow I missed the Colnago for Ferrari. The latest model of the Ferrari-branded bicycle made for the commemoration of the 60th anniversary of Ferrari. This new model will be introduced worldwide for the first time at the China Cycleshow held in Shanghai. The 60th anniversary "Colnago for Ferrari" is done in red of course and is made of carbon fiber with the Ferrari horse symbol and an Italian tricolor flag.The fork is the Carbon Star completely made in carbon fiber. The bike shown above is the current Colnago for Ferrari model which has a handbuilt frame and hydraulic disc brakes and sells for around $7,485 in the Ferrari store.