This is the Hybrid Seven Roadster by designer Eric Stoddard, inspired by Lotus Super 7. The car is made of structural foam panels, sandwiched between layers of carbon fiber.
“Projected weight is under 450kg, and incredible performance can be achieved using minimum mechanicals. The faceted shape is a direct result of its panelized construction.”
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Jeremy Clarkson is taking the Caparo T1 for a track test. The Caparo T1 is mid-mounted with supercharged 3.5L V8 engine, churning out 575hp and 310lb-ft of torque. Video after the jump. Continue reading “Top Gear: Caparo T1”
In this episode of Fifth Gear, they took Ariel Atom 2 to break the 0 to 60 mph world record at Silverstone. It is powered by a supercharged Honda Civic Type R-sourced K20 engine, producing 300 bhp. Video after the break. Continue reading “Fifth Gear: Ariel Atom going for 0-60mph world record”
Rhys Millen Racing has custom built a Hyundai Genesis specially use for drifting. It is powered by a Nissan-sourced turbocharged V6 engine, producing that produces 560hp. In addition, it has been added with mostly carbon-fiber body, dive planes and huge rear wing, there’s a carbon-fiber rear diffuser – a device designed to further increase downforce and increase cornering speed. Video after the jump. Continue reading “Rhys Millen Hyundai Genesis Drifter”