Ducati V2 twin-Cylinder: the heir to the throne

Exactly two years after it was anticipated in December 2022, when Ducati Corse CEO Claudio Domenicali announced that V-twin engines would continue to thrive at Borgo Panigale, the new “V2” made its debut at EICMA 2024. This engine is designed to power the mid-range models of the Emilia-based brand. Given the configuration’s deep connection to Ducati’s history and tradition, the brand’s engineers worked extensively to create an innovative unit, particularly from a structural and technical standpoint. The result is a 90-degree V-twin architecture boasting unprecedented standards of lightness and compactness…

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With the V3 engine, Honda astonishes once again

In 2010, Honda introduced the “DCT” (Dual Clutch Transmission), adapted from the automotive world, ushering in a technological evolution poised to replace mechanical gearboxes with robotic systems. With “DCT,” Honda solidified its image as a technically leading brand in the motorcycle world. However, since then, the company had not followed up with high-level innovative proposals comparable to the groundbreaking “DCT.” Now, Honda returns to its roots and regains a technological leadership position with the launch of a supercharged “V3” engine featuring an electrically powered centrifugal compressor, a technology matured through…

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Suzuki “Jimny Mata”, the retro style swan song

Suzuki “Jimny” is one of the most appreciated off-road vehicles on the market thanks to its excellent balance of performance, functionality, and price. Compact in size yet spacious inside and rich in terms of features, it boasts off-road capabilities comparable to, if not superior to, those offered by more prestigious American and British competitors. However, it achieves this with a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine delivering 102 horsepower, with fuel consumption affordable for everyone. Its reduced dimensions also allow it to navigate environments and trails that are off-limits to larger off-road vehicles,…

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Perkins engine range, technologies for demanding times

The role of an engine is to generate power without taking up too much space. With these words, BU Power Systems, the official distributor of the Perkins brand, introduced at Eima the solutions from the English manufacturer dedicated to the agricultural mechanization sector. This product line has undergone significant technological advancements and updates in recent years, offering engines designed to meet the performance demands of machine manufacturers while maintaining compact packaging, reliability, low emissions, and minimal fuel consumption. The latest example of this development trend is the new “2600 Series”,…

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Powerpack Yanmar, ready for anything

The Yanmar four-cylinder “4Tn101” is not a brand-new product, having been on the market for some time. However, it remains one of the most reliable and versatile engines available, a characteristic reinforced during Eima with the introduction of a “high output” powerpack configuration, calibrated to deliver 105 kilowatts of power (143 horsepower). This addition will expand Yanmar Italia’s commercial offering. Compact in size and thoroughly tested in terms of its thermal group, the engine is presented as a powerpack complete with all necessary accessories and services for operation—an autonomous energy…

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Cummins multifuel solutions, across the board

Cummins‘ engine offerings are highly pragmatic. At Eima International, the company showcased only engines currently in production, selecting from its extensive product lines the units best suited to represent the development trends embraced to meet the current market needs of agricultural machinery. These trends address performance and sustainability—key themes for the American brand at all its trade fair appearances—promoted through a multifuel approach centered on the development of modular engine platforms capable of accommodating a wide variety of fuels without major alterations to engine layouts. This design philosophy, defined as…

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Chevrolet “Corvette Zr1”: beyond limits

A true symbol of American power and performance, the Chevrolet “Corvette” is one of America’s most iconic sports cars, beloved by enthusiasts on both sides of the Atlantic. Over the decades, the Corvette has evolved continuously, raising the bar on performance and thrilling car aficionados worldwide. The latest milestone is the debut of the “Corvette ZR1,” Chevrolet’s most powerful sports car yet, driven by the most potent V8 ever produced by an American car manufacturer. The goal of GM’s engineers was to create a vehicle capable of competing head-to-head with…

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Airbus “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…

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Ducati “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…

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Cadillac “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…

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