Eisenmann has long been the acme of superior performance exhaust systems. For the first time the exhaust specialist has transformed an entire vehicle. The highest standards, which are hallmarks of Eisenmann, also apply to the carbon aerodynamic package, the alloy wheels, the chassis, and of course the exhaust system. This converts the Audi R8 into the Spark Eight by Eisenmann.
It goes without saying that exhaust systems are the domain of Eisenmann. The Spark Eight by Eisenmann is fitted with a performance stainless steal system, with a gigantic tailpipe exit in the center of the rear spoiler (4600 Euro). This warrants a one-of-a-kind visual effect. Thanks to the flap control system, sound and optimal performance can be controlled with the push of a button. As an alternative Eisenmann offers an exhaust system with four stainless steel tailpipes (3800 Euro) that can be combined with the standard rear spoiler. The retro-classic intake funnel (1200 Euro) and the two oval tailpipes (1000 Euro) provide the look of the R10.
Eisenmann also ensures that the improved chassis matches the upgrade of visual effect and sound. The new shock absorbers with four performance springs (3850 Euro) increase the driving dynamic for even more agile handling characteristics. The 235/35 (front) and 315/30 (rear) tyres mounted on 8.5×19 inch alloy wheels ensure a solid grip (complete set available for 7300 Euro).For the Spark Eight by Eisenmann, visual appearance, sound and performance enter into a perfect symbiosis. All of the above is based on experience Eisenmann has amassed in motoring. Many years of research and development for racetracks and motorways alike have merged into an unrivaled project.
He said that the Megacity, which will go on sale in 2013, won’t be limited to “just one format.” He added that the radical Vision EfficientDynamics sports car concept displayed last year at the Frankfurt Show hints at the likelihood of a pure electric sports car, even if a final production version would be different. Robertson confirmed that BMW’s first mass produced electric car will wear a BMW badge and won’t be sold under a separate brand. When asked about the name for the vehicle, Roberson said that they have yet to finalize it but that they aim for it to be a “strong sub-brand” similar to the M. BMW has aggressive weight targets for the Megacity, which will be built mainly from carbonfiber. About 30% of the weight is shaved off when using carbonfiber as opposed to an equivalent aluminum car, which in turn is usually 30% lighter than a steel bodied car. It’s probable that the Megacity won’t come cheap, in light of the high cost of development and low sales targets.
In a statement last Friday, SMMT CEO Paul Everitt said that May was a good month for the UK new car market but that the upcoming months are expected to be “extremely challenging.” On June 22, the coalition government will present an emergency budget. Car registrations in May increased to 153,095 units — the 11th consecutive monthly rise. For the month of May, the Ford Focus compact was UK’s top-selling model, trailed by the Vauxhall Astra compact and Ford’s Fiesta subcompact. So far, sales in the year are 22% ahead of last year, but the SMMT is predicting a drop of 3.6% to 1.92 million vehicles for the entire year of 2010. The market is currently benefiting from the runout of a scrapping scheme that has ended. A closer look of the May market tells us that the incentive scheme only accounted for 2.7%, against an average of 17% since it was launched in May 2009.
