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neodymium magnets

Neodymium magnets:

One of the great inventions of the 20th century was the creation of neodymium magnets.Neodymium magnets are permanent dense magnets that produce powerful magnetic fields and are highly resistant to being demagnetized.This makes them ideal for use in electronics or any electromagnetic application requiring a reduction in size but an increase in power (power to weight ratio).

These magnets are used in a wide range of products - from computer hard drives, headphones, audio speakers, cordless tools, magnetic resonance imaging equipment (MRI), electric motors, hybrid and electric vehicles, airplanes and trains, to self-powered flashlights, fasteners and toys.

Neodymium magnets were invented in the early 1980's by two groups of physicists working independently from one another.

One group was led by John J. Croat of the General Motors Physics Laboratory, and the other was led by Massato Sagawa of Sumitomo Special Metals in Japan.

Both groups invented different manufacturing processes to produce neodymium magnets, which are made from rare earth elements.

Rare earth elements have chemical properties that make them very easy to magnetize with a high magnetic field strength.

Despite the name "rare earth", these elements (metals) are not scarce but widely dispersed in the earth. The reason they're called "rare" is because it is rare to find them in any concentration that is cost effective for mining and extraction.

Dangers

Neodymium magnets emit powerful magnetic fields relative to their size and can cause damage to credit cards, hard disks, or electronic devices.

The magnets should not be placed in direct contact or near anything that uses magnetism.
They're also potentially fatal if swallowed, so for these reasons neodymium magnets are not recommended for children's use. 

Viruses that grow into batteries.

Microbes:

The dependence on hydrocarbon fuels supports a large infrastructure and distribution network. So scientists are looking for new sources of petroleum using bugs - tiny microbes that are genetically engineered to excrete bio-fuels.

Sugar cane, is fed to E.coli to produce bio-diesel fuel. The microbes metabolize the material and excrete fatty acids that are the same as petroleum.

In fact, the properties are no different from those of gasoline, diesel or jet fuel and genetic control can create the appropriate petroleum product.

The problem with alternative fuels like ethanol, according to University of Minnesota economist Jason Hill, is it can't be transported through current pipelines and even if all the corn grown in the United States was used for producing ethanol - it would only represent 12 percent of consumption.

Alternatively, a sugar cane crop could be converted to hydrocarbon fuel using microbes. The new crop would then absorb the resulting carbon emissions created by the fuel. This would create a hypothetical carbon-neutral gasoline.

Bio-fuel companies are securing sugar cane production from plantations in the United States and abroad in anticipation of creating these new petroleum products.

But scientists may have found a better solution for producing bio-fuel in the rain forests of South America.

A fungus known as "gliocladium roseum" produces bio-fuel from cellulose waste like sawdust and wood chips.

According to researcher Gary Strobel of Montana University, the fungus is more efficient and is a better source of bio-fuel than anything currently available, particularly since it could be used to consume 400 million tons of plant waste produced every year from farmland. More Cool Science Experiments.

nano-robot bugs

                             Nano-robot bugs                                                  

This article features future inventions - nano-robot bugs, future nanotechnology, e-paper, tissue regeneration, electric clothes, and undersea hotel.

Advances in microelectronics is making yesterday's science fiction into tomorrow's future inventions.

Scientists at the University of California have implanted beetles with miniaturized electronics that allows the insects to be controlled. Research presented at a conference in Italy demonstrated a new technology for creating "cyborg insects".

.The flying beetles receive wireless signals from a mobile transmitter that controls the insect. Varying impulses trigger an appropriate response from the beetle so that it flys according to it's    handler.

The insect can be made to take-off, land, hover, or follow a given flight path.

Previous research concentrated on moths but giant flower beetles were easier to operate and could carry larger payloads because of their size.

Further advances with nanobots and miniaturization will allow heat sensors and cameras to be embedded into the bugs. The insect could then be used for surveillance or search and  rescue missions

This article features future inventions - nano-robot bugs, future nanotechnology, e-paper, tissue regeneration, electric clothes, and undersea hotel.

Advances in microelectronics is making yesterday's science fiction into tomorrow's future inventions.

Scientists at the University of California have implanted beetles with miniaturized electronics that allows the insects to be controlled. Research presented at a conference in Italy demonstrated a new technology for creating "cyborg insects".

The flying beetles receive wireless signals from a mobile transmitter that controls the insect. Varying               

                                                                      

impulses trigger an appropriate response from the                                                            beetle so that it flys according to it's handler.        

The insect can be made to take-off, land, hover, or follow a given flight path.

Previous research concentrated on moths but giant flower beetles were easier to operate and could carry larger payloads because of their size.

Further advances with nanobots and miniaturization will allow heat sensors and cameras to be embedded into the bugs. The insect could then be used for surveillance or search and rescue missions.

nanomachines - tiny nanorobots

New Technology Inventions:

The new technology inventions of nanobots could radically change our lives.

Everything from computers, energy, medicine and the environment is being revolutionized by the development of nanomachines - tiny nanorobots capable of manipulating matter at the atomic level.

The prefix "nano" means a nanometer - a measurement one-billionth of a meter or about ten thousand times thinner than a human hair.

It is the distance that is approximately the length of a few atoms to twenty atoms placed next to each other depending on the type of atoms.

At this level, the nanoscale level of matter, nature engineers molecules by assembling and building things (such as proteins) in a machine-like manner.

These nanomachines have mechanical properties similar but not identical to how man builds machines, with motors, bushings, gears and so forth.

Nanomachines

The idea that man could precisely custom engineer nanomachines or create nanorobots to fabricate materials at the atomic level, was first postulated in 1959 by the Nobel Prize winning physicist Richard Feynman.

Today, nanorobots working in miniature molecular factories are building complex products.

Products such as wrinkle-free, stain-resistant clothing, high performance sports rackets, paper-thin super-energy generating solar panels, and smaller, faster, lighter, and more efficient electronic circuits.

Nanobots

But perhaps the most significant changes that will result from these new technology inventions will be in health care - and it is already happening.

Imagine, tiny atomic nanorobots injected into your bloodstream with the sole purpose of hunting down and destroying harmful bacteria or viruses.

In nano-laboratories, nanobots carrying anti-cancer drugs have been used to recognize and target cancer cells, and then inject them with their payloads.

Scientists have also used nanobots for restoration and regeneration by introducing new genetic material into damaged or diseased cells.

Currently, the blueprints exist for building nanobots that will be capable of evaluating your state of health, including identifying potential disease risks, by simply analyzing a drop of your blood.

The potential for nanotechnology is surreal. It offers much promise and limitless benefits but it is also a territory where our history of manipulation has not always proven wise.

Gyro Technology

Gyro Technology:

This wild new motorcycle, invented by 19-year-old Ben J. Poss Gulak, is among the latest inventions to capture attention.

Debuting at the National Motorcycle Show in Toronto, the "Uno" uses gyro technology for balance and acceleration.

It's a battery charged machine that accelerates by leaning forward and slowing down by leaning backwards.

The Uno weighs approximately 129 pounds (58 kg.) and has a top speed of 25 mph (40 klms).

                                               

Update: 

Since featuring Ben's invention, he has continued to develop and progress with his innovative product.

He won second place in the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, and first prize in Popular Science's Invention Awards. Ben also appeared on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno and on the popular invention television show "Dragon's Den" where he received 1.25 million dollars from investors.

Gulak continues to develop and commercialize his invention while studying engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The latest prototype, known as the Uno 3, can automatically transform itself from a uno-dicycle into a conventional looking motorcycle, which allows for greater acceleration, speed and stability.

Ben shares this advice for inventors, "When you have an idea, it's easy to get discouraged. There are so many people who will tell you that you're wasting your time. The biggest thing is to not let people get you down. If you really believe in something - keep going after it because there is always a way and you can make your dreams come true."

   

top 10 bikes

Top 10 Bikes

             We have often hearing of some or the other having a fast bike. Maybe some of us even own fast bikes but not so fast as a bike reaching 250 plus km/h. But there is top 10 bike in these whole world - speeds up to 300 km/h, it means these are not only bikes although  these are super crazy sports bikes

So check out Top Ten Fastest Bikes in the world -------- machines that you'd kill to ride!

10. Suzuki GSX-R750

The Suzuki GSX-R750 is a first of its kind bike inspired from racing bikes. The Suzuki GSX-R750. In 1985, this was the first bike which started the trend of sports bikes and later on super bikes. The 750cc four cylinder motor develops a humble 148 bhp of power, helping This power combined with its light weight chassis ensures that the Gixxer reaches its top speed of 268 km/h really fast.The engine allowed the biker to ride at a speed of 168 miles per hour and is immensely popular even today.

9. Ducati 1098S

Number 9 spot is taken up by the Ducati 1098S manufactured by the Italian motorcycle company Ducati since 2007. The Ducati 1098S is a bike which not only created fire on the roads but also on the race tracks.This was the ideal machine for both the race track as also for daily road use.This bike boasts of a top speed of 275 km/h from its 160 Bhp motor and is widely acclaimed for having the highest torque to weight ratio of any production sports bike every made.

8. Honda CBR1000 RR 

The CBR1000RR (also known as the Fire-blade) is a 999 cc (61.0 cu in) liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder Honda sport bike that was introduced in 2004 to replace the CBR954RR. The Honda CBR1000 RR entered the markets in 2004 and the designers are none other than the ones who have built Honda’s Moto GP bikes. The stroke and bore dimensions were new and unique and standards were set for upcoming models. The speed of the Honda CBR1000 RR has been estimated at 172 miles per hour.this Honda red-lines all the way to 13,000 rpm. A top speed of 276 km/h is what this Fire-blade can do.
7. MV Augusta F4 R312

            The MV Agusta F4 was the motorcycle that launched the resurrection of MV Agusta in 1998.  Not only was this bike meant for racing purposes but it is also built with the intent of taking a lead in all the races that it participates in and features like Euro 3 engine and 185 HP at 18000 rotations find mention when describing this bike. The speed of the MV With 182 Bhp at 12,500 rpm, this F4 R312 has all the characteristics of a Moto GP bike was and can reach a top speed of 281 km/h.

6. Yamaha YZF-R1

 

On the number 6 position is the world famous Yamaha YZF- R1. This bike was a rage in 1998,and features a 998 cc, liquid-cooled, 16-valve (titanium valves., DOHC, in-line four-cylinder engine with cross plane crankshaft. Not only does the Yamaha achieve a top speed of 284 km/h but it also does 0-100 kmph in 3 seconds, just 0.1 seconds off the official timing of a Lamborghini Aventador.The design of the bike as well the engine has been modified over the years, especially during 2002 till 2009.The newest model of the Yamaha YZF-R1 is beautiful in terms of appearance but when it comes to performance, the  2001 model was much better.

5. Suzuki GSX-R1000   
                                         

This Gixxer is one of the most beautiful looking bikes, While the R1 may not be attractive to look at, the Suzuki is one hell of a looker. It was introduced in 2001 to replace the GSX-R1100 and is powered by a liquid-cooled 999 cc motor, 192 hp of power at 12,100 rpm and this is enough to propel this bike to a top speed of 285 km/h ensures it's in the top five.

 4. Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

The Ninja ZX-10R is a Kawasaki sport bike,and the follow-up to the ZX-9R. How desirable is this bike? Well the ZX-10R has the highest theft and damage loss claim rate of any registered motorcycle which does to show the popularity of this Ninja. It was originally released in 2004 with minor revisions in 2005. It combines an ultra-narrow chassis, low weight, and radial brakes. In 2004 and 2005 the ZX-10R won Best Super-bike from Cycle World magazine and the prestigious international Master bike competition, Features like 4-stroke, liquid-cooling, 12,500 rpm ,1000 cc, 4 valve cylinders and DOHC deserve to be mentioned when describing this extraordinary engine.Ninja will hit 288 km/h.

3. Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14

The most powerful Kawasaki Ninja, the Ninja ZZR 14 makes its debut in the number three position replacement for the ZX-12R. Its introduced at the Tokyo 2005 show and released for the 2006. The 1352 cc engine is liquid-cooled, every cylinder has four valves and is just 1 short of the 300 km/h top speed figure, at the same time racing from 0-100 km/h in only 2.9 seconds..This bike develops 190 Bhp of power at as low or high as 9500 rpm. This is enough to propel it to a top speed of 300 km/h.

2. Suzuki Hayabusa

The Hayabusa is famous for being the most powerful bike in the world for a long time. It was first introduced in 1999 and the name roughly translates to “black bird”. In the year 2000, the bike recorded over 200 miles per hour. It also has a reputation of being the most powerful bikes in production across the world. Some features of bike’s engine are like that 1350 cc, 4-cylinder, 4-stroke and 16 valve. It immediately won acclaim as the world’s fastest production motorcycle.The hot selling Hyabusa have got 197 horses in its engine which can take him to the top speed of 200 mph ( 320 km/h ) on multiple occasions, but current model has electronically limited speed of 186 mph. Suzuki had to restrict its performance as it was seen as a death machine by many.
1. BMW S1000RR

And the number 1 goes to BMW S1000RR The Top Fastest Bikes in these whole world.

The BMW S1000RR has received number of awards, including machine of the year.
If you would have noticed, the battle for the top spot was always fought between Japanese.Various Motorcycle of the Year awards plus Machine of the Year tags means that this radical looking motorbike is one of the best in the industry. It produces 193 Bhp of power at lofty 14,200 rpm and a weight of just 207.7 kg (458 lb)  ensures that this Beemer does 330 km/h provided you have the road and guts to do it. Its radical styling may not win it many fans but it is the fastest stock production bike in the world as of now.

10 Most Dangerous Viruses

10 Most Dangerous Viruses In 2012:

 Attack of type virus VBScript still very high, this proven from to the number of report that grip subject of type virus this script.

One virus that tuble up at first sequence is Discusx.vbs.
If you still remembers with this virus, in Virus Top-10 March edition 2008 ago, virus Discusx.vbs resides in sequence 5, nevertheless this her go up at first sequence.
Following list riskiest viruses in 2012:

   1. Discusx.vbs

      Virus VBScript that one this, have size around 4.800 byteses. He will try infection in some drives in your computer, entered flash drive disk, that if infected will make file autorun.inf and System32.sys.vbs at root drive are referreds. In other hand, the even also will alter caption from Internet Explorer become “.::Discus-X SAY MET LEBARAN! [HAPPY LEBARAN ?!]::.”.

   2. Reva.vbs

      Next, type virus goodly VBScript many is griped by some readers. He will try disseminate he to every drive in computer your is entered flash drive disk. At drive infected will be existed file reva.vbs, autorun.inf, and shaheedan.jpg. In other hand, he even also will alter default page from Internet Explorer in order to aim to site http://www.arrahmah.com.

   3. XFly
      PC Media Antivirus recognizes two variants from this virus, namely XFly.A and XFly.B. Same as local virus other, he is made use Visual Basic. Have body size as high as 143.360 byteses without in compress. And he can impersonate as folder, MP3 file WinAmp or the other by alter directly resource existing icon at its body. This will more complicate user laymen in it. At computer infected, when run Internet Explorer, caption on the turn become “..:: x-fly ::..”, and when start Windows even also will emerge message from the virus maker at default browser. Or every time show at 12:30, 16:00, or 20:00, this virus even also will present black screen that also contain message from the virus maker.

   4. Explorea

      Virus that compiled use this Visual Basic attends of the size around 167.936 byteses, without in compress. Use similar icon folder standard Windows to deceive its victim. This Virus will attack Registry Windows Anda by alter default open from some extensions like .LNK, .PIF, .BAT, and .COM. At computer infected, at certain moments sometimes emerge error message, the example when open System Properties.

   5. Gen.FFE

      Gen.FFE or its maker names Fast Firus Engine is one of program local made Virus Generator. With only use this program, not needed old to be able to create virus with new variant. This Virus of program output result uses similar icon picture folder standard Windows. He even also will black out access to Task Manager, Command Prompt, and eliminate some menus in Start Menu. He also will read caption from active program, if existed antivirus related to strings then program is referreds will immediately closed.

   6. Hampa

      Virus that also made use Visual Basic and with this icon folder have body size around 110.592 byteses, without in compress. A lot of change that he make at Windows, like Registry, File System, and others, that even can cause Windows can not be used properly. At computer that infected by this virus, when start Windows will emerge message from the virus maker.

   7. Raider.vbs

      Type Virus this VBScript fairish around 10.000 byteses, if virus file is opened with Notepad for example, then not many stringses that can be read because up to scratch encryption. At Registry, he even also gives identification by make new key in HKLM Software by the name of same as name at computer name, by content a have the shape of strings value like virus name referreds, Raider, and computer date are referreds the first time infected.

   8. ForrisWaitme

      Virus that made with this Visual Basic use similar icon folder standard Windows to conduct its impersonation. This Virus exchanges left mouse button function with right, eliminate menu Folder Options, make message file “read saya.txt” at drive infected, and there is still the other.

   9. Pray

      This local Virus is made use Visual Basic. There are 2 variants from this virus, for variant Pray.A not haves icon, temporary for variant Pray.B uses similar icon Windows Explorer. If computer is infected by this virus, moment of time pointer in computer is referreds show at 05:15, 13:00, 16:00, 18:30, and or 19:45, this virus will present message that remind user to conduct sholat.

  10. Rian.vbs

      Virus this VBScript haves size 3788 byteses. When infection, he will create autorun.inf new file and RiaN.dll.vbs in each root drive that attached in victim computer, entered Flash Disk. Computer that infected by this virus, caption from Internet Explorer on the turn become “Rian P2 Humas Cantiq.

Dream new Mercedes Benz

Dream new Mercedes Benz - Biome Concept Car LA Design Challenge:

  

Each year the LA Auto Show plays host to the Los Angeles Design Challenge, where aspiring designers partner with automakers to envision the future of mobility. This year's theme was to create the 1,000-pound car, and Mercedes-Benz' three designs – one from the U.S., another from Germany and yet another from Japan – are predictably out there.

 The entrant from Mercedes' U.S. design arm in Carlsbad, CA was not only rendered but built into a full-scale model. The basis for the Biome Concept is a vehicle that "grows in a completely organic environment from seeds sown in a nursery." Not only that, but it's powered by a combination of the sun and a chemical bond
from an imaginary liquid dubbed BioNectar4534. It's all natural, all organic and all science fiction. Size-wise, the Biome comes in at a theoretical 875 pounds, but it's massively wide, slightly shorter than a CL and about as tall as a Vector.

M-B's German design team created the Smart Weight-Watch, an ultra-compact dunebuggy with removable and recyclable plastic and cloth panels, a carbon fiber tub and tires (you read that last part right) and a lithium-ion battery powering two 15 kW motors. Total weight: exactly 1,000 pounds.
Finally there's the Maybach eRikscha from Japan, a four-passenger, two-wheeled "amalgamation of organic intelligence and biomechanical engineering artistry

  

clever bmw

Clever Car- BMW:

Transportation: Clever Car

You expect to see some highly fuel-efficient machines on the list, and this year doesn't disappoint. The coolest looking is the Clever Car, a BMW prototype that gets 108 mpg and can travel at up to 80 mph.

bluee car

Latest Blue Car : World New Technology:

This car will be mirror of future technology and world. When I see this car than I amazed. This car design is very latest and strong. This car has no engines, no drivers, no limits and no steering wheel. This car is surprise of the future. This car shapes is very different. The visibility is unpredictable, converging high fashion and high technology. The car very latest design that no engine, no steer wheel, and petroleum-free. The designers came out with really unique revolutionary ideas. It has minimum weight and perfect aerodynamics, low resistance mobility, and very efficient. After all, I like this car because it design, engine. Colors. Overall is very latest. It’s very fantastic.

You can "Buy It Now" on eBay for a cool price $15,000. But before you push the button: It's not really a car. It's a shell designed to fit on top of a Pontiac Fiero. Which is not included in the auction. So, yeah. It was designed for Universal Pictures by concept car maker Trans FX for use in a movie or something. I know it can't actually go anywhere, but I still think I want it. I'll just use a flatbed trailer to tote it to the bar and then slide it off into a parking spot. Then I'll proceed to get some lucky lady extremely drunk and ask if she wants to see my fancy sports car from the future. Hopefully she won't notice there's not a goddamn thing inside and will still make out with me while we're sitting on the pavement inside. What, where's my sense? I'll throw a tarp down. I may even add a boombox for some makeout tunage. 

Five more pictures after the jump, including one of what you'd see during a makeout session.

top ten most expensive cars in world

Top ten expensive cars in world:

Bugatti Veyron $1,700,000

The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 is the most powerful, most expensive, and fastest street-legal production car in the world, with a proven top speed of over 400 km/h (407 km/h or 253 mph). It reached full production in September 2005. The car is built by Volkswagen AG subsidiary Bugatti Automobiles SAS and is sold under the legendary Bugatti marque. It is named after racing driver Pierre Veyron, who won the 24 hours of Le Mans in 1939 while racing for the original Bugatti firm. The Veyron features a W16 engine—16 cylinders in 4 banks of 4 cylinders. 

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According to Volkswagen, the final production Veyron engine produces between 1020 and 1040 metric hp (1006 to 1026 SAE net hp), so the car will be advertised as producing "1001 horsepower" in both the US and European markets. This easily makes it the most powerful production road-car engine in history.

Ferrari Enzo $1,000,000

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The Enzo Ferrari, sometimes referred to as the the Ferrari Enzo and also F60 is a 12-cylinder Ferrari supercar named after the company's founder, Enzo Ferrari. It was built in 2003 using Formula One technology, such as a carbon-fiber body, F1-style sequential shift transmission, and carbon-ceramic brake discs. Also used are technologies not allowed in F1 such as active aerodynamics. After a maximum downforce of 1709 pounds (775 kg) is reached at 186 mph (301 km/h) the rear spoiler is actuated by computer to maintain that downforce.

Pagani Zonda C12 F $741,000

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The Zonda C12 F debuted at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show. It is the most extensive reengineering of the Pagani car yet, though it shares much with its predecessors including the 7.3 L V12. Power is increased to 602 PS (443 kW/594 hp) with a special clubsport model producing 650 PS (478 kW/641 hp). The company promises a 3.2 second sprint to 60 mph (97 km/h, a top speed over 374 km/h (225 mph) and it will be the queen in braking from 300 km/h to 0 (186 mph to 0). The Zonda F clubsport has a power to weight ratio of 521 bhp/ton (384 W/kg) . Compare, for example, the Enzo Ferrari which has a power to weight ratio of 483 bhp/ton (356 W/kg).

Koenigsegg CCX $600,910

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The Koenigsegg CCX is the latest supercar from Koenigsegg. CCX is an abbreviation for Competition Coupe X. The X commemorates the 10th anniversary of the completion and test drive of the first CC vehicle in 1996. The CCX is intended to be more suitable for the U.S. market and thus engineered to comply with US regulations. The CCX is powered by a Koenigsegg designed and assembled, all aluminium, 4700 cm³ DOHC 32-valve V8 based on the Ford Modular engine architecture enhanced with twin Rotrex centrifugal superchargers with response system, 1.2 bar boost pressure and an 8.2:1 compression ratio. The engine produces 806 hp (601 kW) and 678 lbf.ft (920 Nm) on 91 octane (U.S. rating) gasoline, 850 hp (634 kW) on 96 octane (Euro rating) gasoline and 900 hp (671 kW) on biofuel.

Porsche Carrera GT $484,000

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The Porsche Carrera GT is a supercar, manufactured by Porsche of Germany. The Carrera GT is powered by an all-new 5.7 litre V10 engine producing 612 SAE horsepower (450 kW). Porsche claims it will accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62.5 mph) in 3.9 seconds and has a maximum speed of 330 km/h (206 mph), although road tests indicated that in actuality the car could accelerate from 0-60 in under 3.5 seconds and to 0-100 in 6.8 seconds and has a top speed of 335-340km/h (209-212.5mph). 

Mercedes SLR McLaren $455,500

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The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is a sports car and supercar automobile co-developed by DaimlerChrysler and McLaren Cars. It is assembled at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, England. Most people presume "SLR" to stand for "Sportlich, Leicht, Rennsport" (German for "Sport; Light; Racing"). The car's base price is £300,000 or $455,500. The SLR has a supercharged 5.5 (5439cc) litre dry sumped 90 degree V8. It produces 466.8 kW at 6500rpm (626 hp) and 780 N·m (575 ft·lbf) torque at 3250 - 5000 rpm.

Maybach 62 $385,250

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The Maybach 57 and 62 were the first automobile models of the Maybach brand since the brand's revival by DaimlerChrysler. They are derived from the Mercedes-Benz Maybach concept car presented at the 1997 Tokyo Motorshow (which was based on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedan). DaimlerChrysler attempted to buy the Rolls-Royce/Bentley marque when Vickers offered the company up for sale. When this attempt failed (they were outbid by BMW and Volkswagen respectively) they introduced the Maybach as a direct challenger in 2002. Both models are variants of the same ultra-luxurious automobile. The model numbers reflect the respective lengths of the automobiles in decimetres; the 57 is more likely to be owner-driven while the longer 62 is designed with a chauffeur in mind. The engine is a Mercedes-sourced 5.5-liter twin-turbo V12, generating 550 hp.

Rolls-Royce Phantom $320,000

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The Rolls-Royce Phantom is a luxury saloon automobile made by Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, a BMW subsidiary. It was launched in 2003 and is the first Rolls-Royce model made under the ownership of BMW. It has a 6.8 L, 48-valve, V12 engine that produces 453 hp (338 kW) and 531 ft·lbf (720 N·m) of torque. The engine is derived from BMW's existing V12 powerplant. It is 1.63 m (63 in) tall, 1.99 m (74.8 in) wide, 5.83 m (228 in) long, and weighs 2485 kg (5478 lb). The body of the car is built on an aluminium spaceframe and the Phantom can accelerate to 60 mph (100 km/h) in 5.7 s.

Lamborghini Murcielago $279,900

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The Lamborghini Murciélago is a GT and supercar automobile made by Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. and designed by Luc Donckerwolke. It was introduced in 2002 as the successor to the Diablo. The body style is a two door, two seat coupé. The LP640 version was introduced at the Geneva Motor Show in March of 2006. It features a 6.5 L engine, now producing 640 bhp, improving performance substantially. There were also a few minor external changes, primarily to the low air intakes.

Aston Martin Vanquish $255,000

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The Aston Martin V12 Vanquish is a supercar manufactured by Aston Martin since 2001. It rose to fame after being featured as the official James Bond car in Die Another Day, the twentieth James Bond film. In the film, the Vanquish has the usual Bond film embellishments, including active camouflage which rendered the vehicle virtually invisible. The Vanquish is powered by a 5.9 L (5935 cc) 48-valve 60° V12 engine, which produces 343 kW (460 hp) and 542 N·m (400 ft·lbf) of torque. It is controlled by a fly-by-wire throttle and a 6 speed 'paddle shift' or semi-automatic transmission. A special V12 Vanquish S debuted at the 2004 Paris Auto Show with the power upped to 388 kW (520 hp) and 577 N·m (426 ft·lbf).