Motoring News Issue 3 February 2014 | страница 2

2 Motoring News With the entire concept of the Nissan ZEOD RC fo‐ cussing heavily on downsizing and efficiency, Nissan turned to new lubricants partner Total to help develop the engine. e French lubricants manufacturer has worked closely with Nissan engineers to develop fuel and lubricants to maximise the potential of the engine. e Nissan ZEOD RC will occupy “Garage 56” at this year’s Le Mans 24 Hours, an additional entry reserved by the Automobile Club de l‘Ouest for new and groundbreaking technologies never previously seen at the clas‐ sic French endurance event. Lessons learned from the development of the revolu‐ tionary racecar will also be used in the development of Nissan’s planned entry into the LM P1 class of the FIA World Endurance Championship in 2015. A SMARTPHONE ON WHEELS “Our engine team has done a truly remarkable job with the internal combustion engine,” said Darren Cox, Nis‐ san’s Global Motorsport Director. “We knew the electric component of the Nissan ZEOD RC was certainly going to turn heads at Le Mans but our combined zero emission on-demand electric/petrol power plant is quite a stunning piece of engineering. “Nissan will become the first major manufacturer to use a three-cylinder engine in major international motor‐ sport. We’re aiming to maintain our position as indus‐ try leaders in focussing on downsizing. Lessons learned from the development of the engine will be seen in Nis‐ san road cars of the future. “Our aim is to set new standards in efficiency in regards to every aspect of the car – powertrain, aerodynamics and handling. For the powertrain we have worked closely with the team at Total to not only reduce friction inside the engine, but within all components of the powertrain. “Friction is the enemy of horsepower and tackling that has been one of the efficiency targets we have concen‐ trated on heavily.” Aer extensive dyno testing, the Nissan ZEOD RC hit the track for the first time last week with both the elec‐ tric and internal combustion engines in place. Both the petrol and electric powerplants run through the same five-speed gearbox that transfers power to the ground via Michelin tyres. “Being chosen by a car manufacturer as a technological partner to achieve a demonstration of innovation, is al‐ ways a source of pride, especially on this legendary race - 24 Hours of Le Mans. It drives our researchers to find solutions and get the most out of the technical specifi‐ cations as well as the fuel economy properties that our TOTAL QUARTZ lubricants range provides to all pas‐ senger cars,” said Philippe Girard, Scientific Delegate for Total. e Nissan ZEOD RC will undergo an extensive test program over the next four months prior to it making its race debut at this year’s Le Mans 24 Hours on June 14-15. Vauxhall Motors has launched a limited edition of 250 ADAMs creating even more levels of personalisation for the urban chic city car. e ADAM Black Edition and ADAM White Edition take their design cues from a smartphone, encompassing optimal connectivity and a sleek and stylish feel. Performance Figures Fuel Economy mpg (litres / 100km) Engine Max Speed (sec) Acceleration 0-62mph (sec) Urban Driving Extra Urban Driving Combined e Vauxhall ADAM is the best connected small car in its segment and the new ADAM Black Edition and ADAM White Edition come with Vauxhall’s IntelliLink infotainment system and Siri Eyes Free voice control fit‐ ted as standard. ey reflect typical smartphone looks in black or white, with accents in brushed aluminium effect. “e ADAM Black Edition and ADAM White Edition models resemble sophisticated smartphones on wheels,” says Duncan Aldred, Chairman and Managing Director, Vauxhall Motors. “e ADAM combines in‐ novative technologies with countless personalisation possibilities which are not available in its segment. With these new models, our urban chic city car once again shows that it is the best connected small car and a true individualisation champion all wrapped up in one.” ADAM drivers who have an iOS 6 – or later – compati‐ ble iPhone can comfortably and safely activate the Siri Eyes Free function via steering wheel controls and op‐ erate it with voice commands while keeping their hands on the wheel and their eyes on the road. A DA M B l a c k E d i t i o n a n d W h i t e E d i t i o n Performance, Emissions and CO2 Figure CO2 Emissions g/km 1.4i 16v VVT (87PS) 109 12.5 38.2 (7.4) 62.8 (4.4) 51.4 (5.5) 130 Ultra-modern technology and design is mirrored in the