The fact that the future is inexorably approaching gives us an inkling of all the progress that has characterized the automotive industry in recent times. Electric energy already powers practically all means of transport imaginable. Some inventions and findings read like science fiction, and we can only wonder what else the electrically colored future will bring us. But despite the rapid progress, there are still classic "machines" among us, which will bring a smile to our faces and fill our ears with roaring melodies for a long time to come. Let's see how we see the automotive future this month.
Let's see what the visionaries in the development departments of car manufacturers have prepared for us for the future and once again shake the foundations of the new world of motoring, which is becoming extremely futuristic.
THE TESLA THAT SURPRISED EVERYONE
TESLA ROADSTER
The Tesla Roadster will push new boundaries in the world of sports electric cars. The prototype Roadster can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 1.9 seconds, making it the fastest production car in the world. It takes 4.2 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 160 km/h, and its top speed is over 400 km/h. With fully charged batteries, it will be possible to travel the distance between Los Angeles and San Francisco in both directions, which is almost 1000 kilometers. A battery with a capacity of 250 kilowatt hours ensures that you will be able to cover this distance in highway driving mode. The Tesla Roadster will hit the roads in 2020, and reservations for it have already started to be collected.
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JAPANESE BEAUTY
NEW MAZDA 6
Although the new Mazda 6 could be said to be a renewal, it hides much more than meets the eye. Major changes are inside, under the hood and in new technology. The new Mazda 6 will also be powered by the Skyactiv-G 2.5 T engine. In contrast to the previous engines, the new one is equipped with a turbine that will add some more acceleration. The engine has 250 horsepower and uses Dynamic Pressure Turbo technology, which spins the turbine even at low speeds and offers more power at higher speeds. The result of this technology is said to be instant acceleration. The dashboard is all-new, and the top-spec models will have wood trim, Nappa leather and aluminum on the inside.
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THE CAR FOR THE FUTURE MILLENNIUM
LAMBORGHINI TERZO MILLENNIO
The name Terzo Millennio means the third millennium, with which Lamborghini wants to show the direction in which the future of cars will move. It will be electrically driven and will use new technologies, new materials and new skills. A body made of carbon fiber is quite a challenge, because despite its strength, even carbon fiber sometimes cracks or gets damaged. Lamborghini and MIT are also collaborating in this area, developing carbon fibers that would "heal" themselves. The car is supposed to constantly monitor its carbon structure and detect damage or cracks in it. If the system detected any abnormality, "healing chemistry" would flow through the nanotubes and repair the structure.
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THE RETURN OF THE FIELD LEGEND
JEEP WRANGLER
The latest Jeep Wrangler (2018) remains true to tradition and its recognizable shape. Over the years, it has become more aerodynamic and technologically advanced, but still barely recognizable as a jeep. The new Jeep Wrangler will be available in a two- or four-door version. At the same time, it will be possible to choose between a hard or soft roof and between a fixed or movable windshield. Rumors also suggest that an electric sunroof will also be available this time around. It probably goes without saying that the new Wrangler will feature one of the most advanced four-wheel drive systems in the world, as the Wrangler will remain at the very top of off-road vehicles and further emphasize its legendary pedigree.
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ELECTRIC FUTURE STILL WITHOUT A ROOF
BMW i8 ROADSTER
The BMW i8 Roadster is the much-anticipated electric-hybrid convertible that boasts renewed technology and a stunning open design. It has one of the most modern canvas retractable roofs. It opens and closes in an incredible 16 seconds, and the electronics work up to a speed of 49 km/h. The aluminum that connects the roof frame was completely manufactured using 3D printing technology so that the individual parts fit together as well as possible. The power that the new BMW i8 has is 369 horsepower, which is 12 horsepower more than the previous model. The capacity of the battery has increased from 7.1 kWh to 11.6 kWh, with which we can travel 28 kilometers in fully electric driving mode, and the combined hybrid consumption is only 3.3 l/100 km.
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ROAD PREDATOR
ASTON MARTIN VANTAGE
The Aston Martin Vantage maintains the proportions of its predecessor with a front-mounted engine and a low coupe roof. Compared to its predecessor, the new Vantage is much more aggressive and more athletically built. With an elongated front part and a larger air opening, it acts like a predator stalking its victim on the road. The twin-turbo 4.0-liter 8-cylinder engine produces 510 horsepower, which is 80 horsepower more than the previous Vantage GT model. The newcomer is significantly lighter than its predecessor and can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.6 seconds and reach a top speed of 312 km/h. In addition, the Vantage is the first Aston Martin to be equipped with an electronic rear differential lock.
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6-WHEELED MONSTER
HENNESEY VELOCIRAPTOR
With its six wheels, the Velociraptor is probably the most modified Ford F-150 to be found. It is based on the Raptor 2018 model, whose engine has been wound up to the extent that the driver has more than 600 horsepower at his disposal. The Velociraptor is one of the better off-roaders that, with its 6 × 6 drive and locking of all three differentials, allows you to reign on just about any surface, and you'll be able to do it all very quickly. The Hennesey Velociraptor features a 600 Twin Turbo upgrade package, tuned suspension and massive 20-inch wheels, on Toyo off-road tires. Brembo brakes are available for an additional fee. They will make only 50 examples of the monstrous Ford and stick a price tag of 349,000 US dollars on it.
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THE FUTURE OF FREIGHT TRANSPORT
TESLA SEMI
The fact that the Tesla Semi truck accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5 seconds sounds absolutely incredible. All this, of course, without a trailer, but even so, this is a time that most cars, let alone trucks, do not achieve. With a fully loaded trailer, around 35 tons, it reaches this speed in just 20 seconds. The Semi has enough power to tackle a 5-degree incline at 100 km/h. Every truck driver will be very happy about this, and even more so those who get stuck behind him on some winding mountain road. The range of the Tesla truck is estimated at 800 kilometers when driving on the highway. That's as far as diesel-powered trucks can go with a full tank. Credit goes to the extremely aerodynamic design of the truck, which has a better drag coefficient than the Bugatti Chiron.
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