Strati, World’s First 3D Printed Car

You really don’t know anymore how far our technology can go. Just recently, the two-seater “neighborhood” electric car with a maximum speed of 40 mph and a mileage of 120 miles has just been released. This is the world’s first 3D-printed car named Strati manufactured by the Local Motors.

As the car continues to be refined, the company is planning to sell it starting from $18, 000 to $30,000 later.

Originally, it takes 45 hours to complete the printing of this car but the CEO of the manufacturer is trying to have it done in just 24 hours and down to below 10. With this, the executives are visualizing more Strati to be produced in the future, most probably 15,000 units per year if the micro factories picks up on this success after a hundred years of progress.

This milestone may even benefit the car grooming services in Singapore, though this isn’t the kind of car that they usually handle, we’re quite sure they’ll come up with something to offer.

As early as now, they may start brainstorming what kind of service an electric engine, thermoplastic, fully recyclable material from BAAM car they can give.

Though it demonstrations some convenience in terms of waste material reduction, the downside could be the amount of energy needed in order to print these kinds of 3D-printed cars.

How to Buy a Used Car

Whether you’re in the market for a family SUV, or a sporty little two-seater just for you, buying a used car is something that most of us do at least once in a lifetime. 

Check out this presentation that takes a closer look at America’s car buying experience and you may discover some interesting facts you didn’t know… and some helpful tips about buying your next used vehicle, as well.

~ revol.com.sg

Juke NISMO Renamed As Infiniti ESQ for the Chinese Market

For the Chinese market, Nissan decided to change Juke NISMO into Infiniti ESQ. Infiniti ESQ is set to represent as their premium model later this week at the auto show in Chengdu (China).

If you’re out to get one, prepare your pocket because this model’s price ranges from $32,525 to 48,787 depending on packs according to the announced prices of the carmaker. With a price tag like this, maintaining the paint protection of this novelty would be a good investment to prevent unwanted marks in the long run.

However, you’ll forget how much this novelty costs when you get to enjoy its technical features like 18-inch wheels and the aero enhancement. Not only that, it will also get some interior accents like contrast stitching and Alcantara steering wheel.

Aside from that, and aside from the rebadging which is what’s generating talks about this novelty, it also has an impressive engine. A 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine with a horsepower of 197 and torque of 184 lb-ft is fitted for this car wherein the CVT works with this powertrain. This novelty is also available in all-wheel-drive, though, the front-wheel-drive is a standard.  

The driveless car is quickly becoming a reality. Google has dominated the headlines but some big car manufacturers are catching up.

~ revol.com.sg

2015 Chevrolet Corvette Gets Eight Speed Automatic Gearbox

For the car of 2015 model year, Chevrolet presented a General Motors developed eight-speed automatic transmission Corvette.

Chevrolet even believes that they will be able to at par with the PDK dual-clutched made of Porsche in terms of competition because of the new gearbox.

You’ll know that the 0.08 seconds difference in shifting gears in favor of the Corvette with eight-speed Hydra-Matric 8L90 that the General Motors claims, compared to a Porsche, is huge if you’re a hard core enthusiast.

Such difference really matters to people who takes these characteristics of cars into considerations when buying. Just like how car grooming is taken seriously, especially when you’re spending money for it.

Moreover, you can also enjoy this novelty in different ways, roads and modes since the gearbox makes things operate better. Especially because the new Corvette accelerates up to 60 mph faster by 0.1 seconds.

Not only that, you also get to save on fuel because this model decreases the consumption by 3.5 percent. Knowing that the fuel economy on highways have reached 29 mpg, that percent is encouraging. 

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A Long-Wheelbase Infiniti Q50L

The Chinese auto show in Chengdu will hold the introduction of Infiniti’s new long wheelbase Q50 middle-sized sedan next month.

The auto manufacturer have probably noticed how long-wheelbase variants of small and large sedans are selling well in the Chinese market. And in response to that they decided to release the Q50L with long wheelbase.

In that case, for Infiniti aficionado’s it’ll be a good news since there will be more leg room, as well as back door space. Therefore, though there are rumors circulating that the 2.7 additional inches change wouldn’t be that obvious, you shouldn’t be worried. You’ll experience the change once you’re inside driving it.

The new Q50L will be getting a 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine producing 211 horsepower in accordance to the China emission regulations.

Knowing how much long-wheelbase models and import cost can be, this novelty from Infiniti will be produced in China in order to reduce the expenses.

Since the car manufacturer made an effort to reduce their expenses on the car to offer it to the public in a more affordable price, it is only fair for you to give it a proper car grooming when necessary.

Due to the hype of Chinese auto market, even the Volvo is now planning to produce its S60L there next year along with Infiniti.

Although Infiniti’s longer sedan will only be available in China for now, interested U.S. buyers may like the model which was also initially introduced in China—Q70L.