Spied: 2008 Evo X

[MeraBoy]

The new Evo X, caught testing at the Nürburgring, will have a dual-clutch transmission but not more than 300 horsepower.

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Expect to see the car at the Frankfurt auto show in September but possibly not until October’s Tokyo show, an appropriate home-field unveiling.
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Expected just under 300 horsepower from the new high-performance 2.0-liter turbocharged aluminum cylinder block MIVEC engine.

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Power will be driven through a reinforced five-speed manual as standard & a six-speed sequential manual transmission —a dual-clutch setup similar to Volkswagen’s DSG.—might make Mitsubishi one of the first brands outside the VW family to offer the quick-shifting technology--much preferring the smooth and fast-reacting dual-clutch to BMW’s jerky and much-slower single-clutch sequential manual.
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Central to the global four-wheel-drive sedan is Mitsubishi’s S-AWC traction and handling system that integrates drive-torque distribution and braking.

Source:
http://www.caranddriver.com

 

[alxand]

we'll c how it goes from motorshow to our shore... should reach here in half year time

 

[MeraBoy]

Mitsubishi Motors develops S-AWC vehicle dynamics control system & Twin Clutch SST automated manual transmission (think: Volkswagen’s DSG)

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Tokyo, July 10, 2007 — Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has developed two new component systems that are expected to feature in the new Lancer Evolution*, due to be launched this autumn. S-AWC (Super All Wheel Control) is an advanced vehicle dynamics control system that regulates drive torque at each wheel. Twin Clutch SST (Sport Shift Transmission) is an automated manual transmission that delivers slicker shifting through the gears while freeing the driver from the need to operate the clutch.In line with its corporate philosophy, Mitsubishi Motors strives to deliver a dynamic driving experience while making advances to keep drivers safe. Twin Clutch SST and S-AWC do so by making driving more intuitive. Both the systems work to efficiently distribute power appropriate to road conditions, and deliver outstanding control and stability maintained by an “intelligent” system that reads and reflects driver intent in real time.

S-AWC:
The system now adds an ASC*1 (Active Stability Control) feature to the ACD*2 (Active Center Differential), AYC*3 (Active Yaw Control) and Sport ABS*4 (Sport Antilock Brake System) components that have proven themselves in the Lancer Evolution series. Integrated system management of these four components allows regulation of torque and braking force at each wheel. S-AWC also now employs yaw rate feedback control. This allows the system to control each wheel under a wide range of driving conditions, thus realizing vehicle behavior that faithfully reflects driver inputs and allows drivers of all abilities to enjoy sporty motoring with confidence.

Twin Clutch SST:
MMC’s new automated manual transmission employs dual clutches to realize power transmission efficiencies on a par with a normal manual gearbox while also allowing slick and swift shifting. Allowing drivers of all abilities to shift rapidly up and down through the gears, Twin Clutch SST delivers satisfying acceleration while also returning superior fuel mileage thanks to its high-efficiency power transmission mechanism. The new transmission also features three operating modes tailored to different situations: from around-town drivability to instant-response and follow-the-line sporty motoring on the open road.

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[alxand]

new lancer launching on 8th August, u guys r allinvited to my showroom, food n drinks provided, pm me for test drive appointment