Ferrari investigating fire incidents with the 458 Italia

We’re not the least bit surprised that after having reported on an inordinate number of Ferraris catching fire under suspicious circumstances, we finally learn that Ferrari has been keeping tabs on all these incidences, and in response, is looking into the potential issues – and subsequent mess – they’ve found themselves in.

To date, at least 10 Ferrari 458 Italias have either crashed or burned down and the Prancing Horse is investigating on whether these incidents, specifically the fire-related ones, came as a result of driver’s error or whether it’s manufacturer-related.

According to a Ferrari spokesman who spoke to the Daily Telegraph, the company is taking the measures needed to learn more about these incidents and determine where the issues are. “We are taking all the reports very seriously and are looking into them but we are treating them all as separate incidents," he said.

The spokesperson also noted, in an interview with ‘Just Auto’, that “it is important to differentiate between what is a vehicle fire and outside factors and I would include driver error. Six have been incidents where it potentially could be the driver or other factors.”

We can’t fault Ferrari for acting all defensive with this because it’s certainly something that should be taken seriously. We’re just hoping that whatever problems this otherwise beautiful car has can be resolved as quickly as possible.

New Jersey G- Power BMW X6 Typhoon RS Ultimate Concept

Today’s automotive climate is changing rapidly in order to combat the changing climate of the world. With government organizations, consumers and businesses pushing “green” living, the spotlight has turned on the automotive industry and its reputation for less than friendly environmental footprints. A lot of manufacturers are rising to answer the call, and even luxury automobile companies like BMW are getting in on the action.

In order to push greater fuel efficiency and reduced carbon emissions, BMW has latched on to the growing trend of hybrid vehicles. The name of the game is the ActiveHybrid X6, a more efficient and fuel economy-oriented version of the popular X6 BMW make. The vehicle will soon be available at NJ BMW dealerships across the state.

The ActiveHybrid X6 shares its predecessor’s twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 engine but adds two 67 KW electric assistance motors coupled to a seven-speed gearbox and standard xDrive AWD system. Even with its greater efficiency, the ActiveHybrid X6 will weigh in as an extraordinarily powerful vehicle, logging a top speed of 155 mph. Imagine how you would feel maneuvering a car like that off your New Jersey BMW X6 dealer’s lot.

While you get a powerful V8 engine in the mix, the most important benefit of the new ActiveHybrid X6’s engine is the fact that it can run almost two miles on battery power alone, making it a perfect vehicle for driving in congested city centers. And while you have the massive V8 as an option, you won’t even need to use it in a situation where it wouldn’t be able to open up in the first place.

NJ BMW dealerships are also excited about looking to the future. As the nation searches desperately for alternative fuel sources to decrease our reliance on foreign oil, BMW is taking a huge leap forward in efficiency that should help bolster the manufacturer’s already prolific status in the automotive industry. Who says it’s impossible to mix luxury, performance and fuel economy into one neat little package? You will certainly find that combination when you visit your local New Jersey BMW X6 dealer.

I had a spot of luck recently when I was able to test-drive one of these sweet vehicles. I’d ridden in a New Jersey BMW X5 before, but I had never had the opportunity to drive one, nor had I ever been out in an X6. I’ll have to admit, I was a bit skeptical about taking a hybrid vehicle on the road. From what I’d heard, the performance just wasn’t the same as that of a traditional vehicle, and I wasn’t sure about making that transition.

When I did finally enter the dealership and step inside one of these vehicles, I immediately felt more confident about my choice. Taking it out on the open road, I was able to experience the ActiveHybrid X6’s thrilling acceleration, beautiful handling and truly spectacular performance, I was an immediate convert for hybrid vehicles. Even if the reviews of other hybrids are right on target, BMW seems to have gotten it right.