On the 1st Day of Christmas 2008 CarZi launched it’s new site upon return from the 2008 Essen Motor Show Pictures in Germany! Over the next couple weeks I will upload the 4000+ photos I took at the event.

There were tonnes of sick cars such as the 1st unveiling of the Audi R8 GT3 LMS, PPI RAZOR GTR and Brabus Tesla Roadster! The show was awesome, those German’s definitely love their European bred sports cars! I found it interesting but not surprising to have only seen 3 Nissan GT-R’s at the show unlike the 15+ some hardcore Modified SEMA Nissan GT-R’s!

2008 Car Shows I Attended
2008 SEMA Show Pictures (NOV 4-7, 2008)
2008 Importfest Season Finale – Toronto, ON (SEPT 6, 2008)
2008 Mopar Fest New – Hamburg, ON (AUG 16, 2008)
2008 Driftmania – Toronto, ON (AUG 15, 2008)
2008 Mustang Club of America No Borders Meet – Oakville, ON (AUG 2, 2008)
2008 Ferrari FXX Evoluzione Race – Mont-Tremblant, QC (JULY 19, 2008)
2008 Ferrari 430 Challenge Race – Mont-Tremblant, QC (JULY 19, 2008)
2008 NSX of Canada Show Oakville Acura – Oakville, ON (JULY 12, 2008)
2008 Ferrari Club of America – Parking Lot Ferrari – Toronto, ON (JULY 10, 2008)
2008 Ferrari Club of America – Concours D’elegance – Toronto, ON (JULY 10, 2008)
2008 Erin Mills Acura NSX Show & Shine – Mississauga, ON (JUNE 21, 2008)
2008 Montreal Formula 1 Grand Prix Car Spotting – Montreal, QC (JUNE 7, 2008)
2008 ZR Auto Crew Cars Display – Montreal, QC (JUNE 6, 2008)
2008 Ferrari of Quebec Private F1 Party – Montreal, QC (JUNE 6, 2008)
2008 Mopar Spring Fling, Mississauga, ON (MAY 25, 2008)
2008 Importfest Season Opener – Toronto, ON (MAY 10, 2008)
2008 Autowerks Porsche Meet – Woodbridge, ON (APRIL 5, 2008)
Classic Auto Showplace LTD Photoshoot (March 30, 2008)
2008 DUB Auto Show – Detroit, MI (MARCH 30, 2008)
2008 Hot Import Nights – Los Angeles, CA (MARCH 22, 2008)
2008 Performance World + Darknights – Toronto, ON (MAR 16, 2008)
2008 Canadian International Auto Show – Toronto, ON (FEB 21, 2008)
2008 Speedorama – Toronto, ON (FEB 9, 2008)

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The BRABUS customization package for the Tesla Roadster includes special high-quality matte white paint job, carbon-fiber air inlets, BRABUS perforated lightweight leather and Alcantara, BRABUS carbon fiber rear wing and rear diffuser, weight-optimized BRABUS Monoblock S light-alloy wheels AND several simulated engine sounds: V8 engine, racecar engine and 2 futuristic Star Wars tie fighter Beam and millennium falcon Warp. It will debut at the 2008 ESSEN Motorshow November 29th to December 7th 2008.

The first tuned electric car comes from BRABUS: The first project of the future cooperation between Tesla Motors, Inc. and the new BRABUS business division Zero Emission celebrates its world debut at the 2008 Essen Motor Show. BRABUS (Brabus-Allee, D-46240 Bottrop, phone + 49 / (0) 2041 / 777-0, fax + 49 / (0) 2041 / 777 111, Internet www.brabus.com) presents an exclusive customization program for the Tesla Roadster, the world’s first electrically powered production sports car.

The new BRABUS logo with added lightning bolt is the trademark of BRABUS Zero Emission vehicles.

To give the sports car a more exciting sound the BRABUS electronics specialists have developed a space sound generator. The occupants on-board the Tesla Roadsters can choose from several simulated engine sounds including that of a typical V8 combustion engine, a racecar engine and two futuristic soundscapes named Beam and Warp. The volume of the sound is dependent on the momentary power output of the electric motor.

A custom-tailored BRABUS tire/wheel combination further improves handling characteristics. The two-seater is refined with weight-optimized BRABUS Monoblock S light-alloy wheels in size 7Jx18 in front and in size 8.5Jx19 in back. BRABUS technology partner Pirelli provides the corresponding P Zero Nero high-performance tires in size 215/35 ZR 18 in front and in size 255/30 ZR 19 on the rear axle. These tires were developed to deliver minimum rolling resistance.

The two-seater also receives an even more striking exterior at BRABUS. The customization measures include a special high-quality matte white paint job. To give the mid-engine sports car an even more enticing face the BRABUS designers treat the front apron to a lightweight carbon-fiber front lip and daytime running lights integrated into the front grille. Matte-white surrounds for the headlamps add interesting detail to the overall effect.

The sides of the Tesla are upgraded with BRABUS entrance lights shaped like futuristic space lights. They are activated with the keyless fob or by pulling on a door handle. BRABUS carbon-fiber air inlets add even more sporty flair. Immediately apparent in the rear are the BRABUS rear wing and the BRABUS rear diffuser, both made from light yet extremely strong carbon fiber. The round taillights are accentuated further by matte-white applications.

The BRABUS customization program for the Tesla Roadster also includes exclusive interior options. The range of products starts with scuff plates with illuminated BRABUS logo. They are integrated into the top of the rocker panels.

The company-own BRABUS upholstery shop masterfully handcrafts exquisite custom interiors for the Tesla. The designers chose a combination of especially soft yet durable BRABUS perforated lightweight leather and Alcantara. The cockpit features white seams to reflect the exterior color. The vehicle floor is also upholstered with lightweight leather for added exclusivity.

The goal of the BRABUS customization concept for the Tesla Roadster is to define a potential limited edition as well as an individual tuning program for the Tesla driver.

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[Source: Autoblog.nl]

Matt explained to Steve that this Baby Blue Tesla Roadster is a prototype with the two speed tranny but it’s only working in the high gear. “I’m impressed. Matt says this prototype isn’t launching so well of the line but explains, “The 30-60 acceleration is like nothing else.”

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