Once, choosing the necessary oil to ensure the functioning of a machine or engine was a relatively straightforward matter. The industry offering was limited, and outside of racing and competitive sports, the performance of the mechanical groups needing protection was modest. However, the technical evolution of machines and engines has slowly changed this reality, leading to a point today where lubrication and grease production is a true science in continuous development, causing fluids to specialize increasingly. Also customized and specific fluids “To succeed today in the lubrication sector,” states Alberto…
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Last Issue | Macchine Motori 88
The new issue of Macchine Motori focuses on the innovations exhibited in three exhibitions: Eicma 2024, Eima 2024 and the Genoa Boat Show. The cover story is dedicated to the new Honda “V3”. The Japanese company, in particular, amazed the entire motorcycle sector by presenting at Eicma 2024 the prototype of a new three-cylinder 75 degree V-shaped engine supercharged with an electrically operated and piloted compressor. Also at Eicma 2024, Ducati exhibited the new “V2” twin-cylinder engine which is proposed as a further structural and technological expression of this engine architecture. In the luxury…
Read MoreAirbus “A321 Xlr”, 11 hours non-stop
The Revolution in Civil Aviation Is called Airbus “A321XLR”. The revolution in civil aviation is called the “A321XLR,” with the final letters “XLR” standing for “Extra Long Range,” highlighting the operational frontiers reached by the new Airbus A321. These aircraft can cover long-range intercontinental routes thanks to a nearly 35% improvement in range compared to the A321Neo models and an 18% increase over the A321LR models from which they are derived. The A321XLR boasts a range of 4,700 nautical miles, or over 8,700 kilometers, enabling nonstop connections on intercontinental routes…
Read MoreDucati “Panigale V4”, true to itself
The Panigale V4 was introduced with the ambition of pushing the boundaries of road-legal superbikes, drawing from the championship-winning Superbike series for two consecutive years. While adapting to Euro 5+ regulations, Ducati re-engineered the bike from the ground up, improving the design, technical features, and riding ergonomics. The result is a comprehensive update aimed at providing riders with sensations similar to those of professional racers on track, combined with the comfort and safety now essential for road motorcycles. This was achieved through advanced electronic systems and MotoGP-derived technologies, all in…
Read MoreCadillac “Sollei”, luxury in an american way
The convertible car represents the most genuine image of the Cadillac brand, which the General Motors group uses to dominate the luxury sedan segment. Iconic models like the “Eldorado,” produced from 1953 to 2002, are known for their majestic front ends paired with equally imposing rear ends, characterized by fins and tailfins that are unimaginable on any modern vehicle. However, Cadillac has not offered a convertible worthy of its past glory since 2009. This gap may soon close as the brand aims to re-enter this representative segment with a luxurious…
Read MoreVolkswagen full electric “Id.7 Tourer”, solution for a few
A few years ago, when electric car models could be counted on one hand, operational range was a crucial design constraint in defining the technical and stylistic solutions for a new model. For station wagons, for instance, the focus was on creating space for substantial luggage without sacrificing sedan-like comfort in terms of performance and dimensions, excluding minivan or commercial vehicle configurations. Despite growing in size, especially in length, station wagons maintained a certain “restraint” in dimensions, making them suitable for urban use without requiring oversized parking spaces. It’s unclear…
Read MoreHypercar Red Bull “Rb17”, like a Formula 1 car
Officially unveiled in July at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed, the Red Bull “RB17” is a track-only hypercar with enclosed wheels, boasting 1,200 horsepower and designed to offer private customers the driving thrill typically reserved for Formula 1 cars. From the track, for the track. This philosophy captures the design journey behind the Red Bull “RB17,” the first hypercar by the Austrian brand presented at the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2024, held in England from July 11 to 14. The “RB17” is crafted to bring the excitement of Formula…
Read MoreSuzuki marine, ready for use
In 2019, the U.S. company Hyperfuel, based in Texas, began distributing a sustainable fuel for boating. Recently, Suzuki decided to conduct specific tests to certify its use in its outboard motors. The fuel itself is not a novelty; it has been on the market for several years. During this time, the producer, Hyperfuel, has worked hard to create an adequate distribution network. Establishing a network in a country that effectively covers half a continent is no easy task, especially when the product being distributed is a gasoline with an octane…
Read MoreAlpine’s debut in the full electric segment with Alpine “A290”
Alpine, the performance brand of the Renault group, has made its debut in the full electric vehicle segment by leveraging the experience gained by its parent company with the Renault “5 E-Tech” to create its first compact sports car with zero emissions. This model is offered in two maximum power ratings of 220 and 180 horsepower equivalent. More than an original model, it is a sporty reinterpretation of an already electrified icon. For its entry into the full electric market, Alpine opted for a safe route, avoiding the risk of…
Read MoreJcb marks the milestone of its millionth engine
Jcb celebrates the production of its millionth engine. Engine production began in 2004 at the Jcb Power Systems factory in Foston, Derbyshire, and expanded to India in 2010 in Ballabgarh, Delhi, with the opening of a dedicated factory. From producing three engines a day 20 years ago, Jcb today produces around 500 a day, taking on a global role in the design, development and production of diesel engines, and is now a pioneer in the development of hydrogen combustion engines. Jcb’s goal Engines produced by Jcb Power Systems have played a vital role in…
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