Ferrari California

The Ferrari California joins the Prancing Horse's 8-cylinder family which has always been defined by power and performance. It also flanks the flagship 612 Scaglietti in the prestige sporty Grand Tourer segment.
The new Ferrari California will satisfy even the most demanding of owners in term of its superb vehicle dynamics and driving pleasure. The new model will be available exclusively as a convertible with a folding hard top. Both chassis and bodywork are aluminium, in line with the rest of the current range. The California will be powered by a new V8 engine mounted for the first time in the marque's history in the mid-front position.
In line with Ferrari tradition, the new model also features several innovations. Apart from its folding hard top, these include the original 2+ concept which guarantees exceptional versatility of use in the rear of the car. The California's 4,300 cc V8 engine features direct fuel injection and a "flat" crankshaft. It generates 460 CV at 7,500 rpm with a torque curve that enhances vehicle dynamics and provides maximum driving pleasure which is typical for Ferrari.
As per the traditional Ferrari transaxle layout, the engine, which allows the Ferrari California to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 4.0 seconds, will be coupled to a 7-speed dual clutch transmission that boosts the car's performance while enhancing the driving pleasure, improves ride comfort and reduces fuel consumption and emissions (c.310 g/km CO2). The comfort is further enhanced by a new multilink rear suspension system. The Ferrari California is also equipped with the exclusive F1-Trac traction control system which made its debut on the 599 GTB Fiorano and has been further honed to suit the typical driving conditions expected for this new GT. Brembo brakes featuring carbon-ceramic material disks as standard guarantee superbly efficient braking.
In addition to sporting the marque's classic styling cues, the cabin has also been beautifully trimmed using quality materials by Ferrari's own skilled artisans. New accessories and equipment, such as the seats, steering wheel, instrument panel and infotainment system, together with optimised aerodynamics ensure that this is a highly ergonomic and enjoyable car to drive regardless of whether the top is up or down.
The Ferrari California is aimed at owners who desire a car which embodies everything the Prancing Horse represents in terms of sporty design and innovation, but also seek a car with greater versatility than ever. The car will be officially unveiled to the public at the Paris International Car Show. However, over the coming weeks, new photographs and further details about it will also be published.

source: italiaspeed

Man and Child Survive Ferrari F430 Wreck

The mangled piece of exquisitely painted metal you see above was, until very recently a Ferrari F430 Spider.

The Ferrari’s owner and his child were out for a drive on Dutch highway A58 when the quite severe accident occurred. According to the local media, the unknown man and his baby were thrown clear of the car during the accident. Both were lucky to survive the violent crash without sustaining life-threatening injuries.

Though we know nothing else surrounding the circumstances of the crash, we’d like to take this opportunity to stress the importance of child seats, seat belts, and cautious driving, especially when children are in the car. Safety first.

Source : windingroad

EDO COMPETITION FERRARI 599 GTB FIORANO

German high performance turner, Edo Competition, has turned its attention to the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano, and is now offering several upgrade packages, topped by a 6.3-litre FXX engine conversion which raises power output to a claimed 750 bhp.

The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is just the latest Italian supercar that Edo Competition has recently tuned up, recently it has provided upgrades for the Lamborghini Gallardo and Murciélago LP640 as well as the fearsome Maserati MC12. Other cars it has developed performance improvement packages for include the Audi RS6, Mercedes-Benz CL500, Ford GT, Aston Martin DB9 and Porsche 997/Cayenne.

Edo Karabegovic is the founder Edo Competiton Motorsport GmbH. After training in a famous Ferrari workshop in South Germany, he worked with different racing teams all around the world. He soon started to perfect Ferrari and Porsche Models technically and optically and to him, the experiences from the racing sport were very helpful. Since the year 2000 Christian Heitgreß has been the foreman and Director of the team, guides the garage.

In the years 1998, 1999 and 2000 Edo Competition won the Team Ferrari Porsche Challenge. In 2001, after the end of the racing series, the team built a spectacular simulation of a 996 GT3-R for the street company from the 99th cup Carrera. This was the beginning of making individual dream cars out of standard vehicles. With performance-enhanced engines, driving-dynamic components or glamorous interiors, Edo Competition create the individual dream car from the standard vehicle irrespective of vehicle manufacturer. An experienced team of specialists and engineers from all fields of automobile construction, work at the company headquarters in Ahlen. Here requirements are met to the highest standards.

Ferrari 599/630 GTB Fiorano - Edo Competition

Engine: V12; Power: 620 hp (456 kW) at 7600 rpm; Max. Torque: 608 Nm (448 ft-lb) at 5600 rpm; Performance: Top speed > 330 km/h (> 205 mph); 0 – 100 km/h (0 – 62 mph) est. 3.7 s

Features as opposed to the production car:

Engine available in 2 output levels: Level 1 – F599 GTB: Recalibrated ECU, modified intake system, performance exhaust system and high-flow; catalytic converters; Realised output: est. 650 hp. Level 2 – 630 GTB; 6.3 ltr. FXX – engine conversion; Realised output: est. 750 hp.

Wheels: 20“ racing wheels; Front: 9.0x20, offset 27 with Pirelli tires 245/35R20; Rear: 11.0x20, offset 42 with Pirelli tires 305/35R20, painted wheel face and stainless steel outer rim. Upon request the wheels can be painted in custom colours.

Edo/KW sport suspension; Racing suspension technology for the road with adjustable compression and rebound damping. Independently adjustable compression and rebound damping permits truly individual suspension setups. The unique system, with its three different adjustments, allows for low-speed compression damping characteristics to be altered while the highspeed settings, having a strong influence on ride-quality, remain constant. Sport spring set: colour red, lowering rear: 40 mm, front: 20 mm

Edo performance exhaust system: Newly developed high-flow exhaust system with electronic butterfly valve control (remote control to adjust the sound intensity available upon request).

Source : italiaspeed

Ferrari FXX Evoluzione

FXX programme extended for further two years thanks to new evolution kit developed with assistance of Client Test-Drivers . Maranello 28th October 2007 - The innovative FXX programme, based on the eponymous prototype car and launched by Ferrari in June 2005, is being extended to 2008/2009. The FXX, which is the most advanced GT ever created at Maranello, has been updated with an evolution package aimed at further improving its handling and performance. The package was developed as a result of Ferrari's collaboration with its Client Test Drivers and with the invaluable support of Michael Schumacher. The FXXs equipped with this package will also sport a new livery in addition to new rear wing profiles.

Ferrari 430 Scuderia

A RAW and technically advanced version of the Ferrari F430 will offer storming performance thanks to Maranello F1 know-how.
Far more than just a lighter, faster F430, the 430 Scuderia has stripped down the weight with carbon fibre seats and interior trim, an aluminium floor, and a plexi-glass rear window.
Expect the run to 60mph in around 3.5 seconds, in part thanks to a low dry weight of just 1250kg ­– 100kg less than the standard F430 – as well as the naturally aspirated 4308cc V8’s 510bhp at 8500rpm.
The racer gets the latest F1 Superfast software which reduces gearchange times to just 60 milliseconds – the same as a 1999 Ferrari F1 car and quicker than an Enzo at 80 milliseconds. Front brakes are rumoured to be lifted straight from the Ferrari 599.
Ferrari tells us that the Scuderia combines, for the first time, the E-Diff electronic differential and the F1-Trac traction and stability control in an integrated system. The car also allows separate control of the traction control and suspension settings.