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BMW 328 Hommage Concept

2011-05-26T00:30:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este on Italy is the location where the producers of cars and classic car owners gathered of the exhibition last week to hold their goods in the year 2011 edition.

Prestigious event among the top automotive has also been used to being the place to bring the latest concept sports car. One of them was BMW 328 Hommage Concept.

BMW 328 Hommage was made to coincide with 75th anniversary celebrated by the original model. Views vehicle-based or at least it seems developed from concept ConnectedDrive Vision Roadster was first shown at the Geneva Motor Show 2011 last.

For vehicles that are driven by a line 6-cylinder engine with a capacity of 3.0 liters is more retro look while maintaining its flavor futuristic, BMW designers use certain elements that exist on the original 328, then adapted on the roadster concept.

One of them is a form double-kidney grille elongated vertical that missed by the fans of the BMW, a leather strap across the hood, covering the middle of a classic style wheel, and windshield double with a niche in the middle. The doors are also not used to imitate the style of the original 328.

To maintain the original roadster philosophy that light, most of the exterior and interior components BMW 328 Hommage is made of CFRP (carbon fiber reinforced plastic), which according to the BMW is lighter but also more stable than aluminum.

Two seats in interior got a touch of retro that far fewer than the exterior parts are made by the designers of the BMW with a minimalist touch. Construction materials using carbon fiber and aluminum plus skin a deliberately visible on the inside.

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10 Cars with the Best Audio on Audiophile version

2011-05-25T10:04:00.000-07:00

Porsche Panamera

Auto Trend - Right now, it's been a lot of car manufacturers who have been seriously working on their sound car audio systems. It does not even hesitate to embrace the top audio manufacturers to work together to develop the best audio systems in vehicles.

The car manufacturers are aware that the need for entertainment is currently not simply just good to hear, but more than that. Especially for audiophile consumers who are critical and have a high demand for a quality sound system.

Here are 10 cars with the best sound system according to the 'audiophile' in US, which released by the Popular Mechanics magazine.

1. Mazdaspeed3 2011

We started with a 'cheapest' Bose stereo system that embedded in the Mazdaspeed3 2011. With it has provided 10 speakers, the sound produced for the current size is not too powerful.

However, audio-powered 265-watt presented by Bose entry in the category 'premium audio. " This system is capable of presenting sound 'crisp' and balanced community bond accompanied by the sound of the boom-mounted subwoofer with smart in the middle of the spare tire.

2. Infiniti M 2012

Like the previous generation, Infiniti M37 luxury sport sedan provides exceptional audio quality when equipped with audio system arable by Bose Studio Surround System. By offering 5.1 channel format, 16 speakers are available on the Infiniti M37 is very impressive. Especially when he plays high-fidelity DVD audio.

Although not known how large the maximum power that can be generated by this system, but for whatever reason, this audio system sounds have never felt the slightest power in various levels of sound.

3. Volkswagen Jetta GLI 2012

Starting with the Jetta GLI, Volkswagen released a new premium audio system 400 watts power, which was created with Fender, an American brand known as a manufacturer of Stratocaster guitar than stereo equipment.

After three years of cooperation between VW Panasonic and Fender, created a system that puts the clarity of sound in different volume ranges. Indeed, this sounds like a strategy of cooperation of sales, but sound cannot lie.

For the audiophile, this is a new standard in entry-level automotive products that easily surpass Dynaudio premium audio system that has traditionally offered by VW.

4. Chrysler 300 SRT8 2012

The redesign in the 300 SRT8 sedan made by Chrysler presents the premium audio system made by Harman Kardon. This system offers the power of 12-channel amplifier, which could burst sound power up to 900 watts.

Then the power is distributed in 19 speakers, consisting of 7 mid-range 3.5-inch diameter speaker, each of which has an integrated tweeter. This system is supported by 5 conventional subwoofer designs on the rear deck measuring 10 inches.

The advantage of this system is, the power of audio on the SRT could produce a very strong jolt just like the power of the engine sound that behind the hood of its motor.

5. Mitsubishi Outlander 2011

The Mitsubishi usually forgets sUVs Outlander. Therefore, it is a surprise Outlander entry in the list. This vehicle offers an optional package in the form of Rockford Fosgate Punch stereo system 710 watts of power. It is quite phenomenal for a car with a price tag of less than U.S. $ 30 thousand.

It carry audio system thrusting digital sound processing facilities (DSP) capable of delivering sound with high quality by relying only six speakers, including a diameter of 10-inch subwoofer capable of producing a sound like in luxury cars.

6. Acura TL 2012

The sophistication of the Acura ELS audio system are available at all levels of the TL except at the pre-eminent model of the Acura RL which ironically, is still using the old system made by Bose is considered a failure.

Audio engineer Elliot Scheiner, Grammy-Award winner, designed Acura TL Audio System. The system is equipped with 10 speakers powered 440-watt surround sound quality audio equivalent in the studio.

This system can accommodate the full 24 bits of digital data with 96 kHz audio commonly found on DVD-A disc format that currently may still hold as a store of sound with the highest quality.

7. Lexus LS 2011

Lexus LS is one of the first vehicle to truly implement more advanced audio system in the era of the 90s. Today they continue to be traditions through an audio system 7.1-channel surround sound format the work of Mark Levinson, one of the world's leading audio brands.

The resulting power system is indeed only 450 watts, far from the powerful category. But this system only has a harmonic distortion of less than 0.1% and use the speakers with a membrane made of metal that could reproduce sound in a frequency range of 20 to 20,000 hertz. Perfect ...

8. Mercedes-Benz CLS550 2012

Only by adding fund of U.S. $ 6,400 Mercedes-Benz S550 owners can get a BeoSound premium audio system from Bang & Olufsen. Together with an acoustic lens, 15 speakers that carry the exterior grille are able to present the sensation of broader space and atmosphere.

Equipped with two separate power amplifiers, capable of producing up to 1200 watts of total power. Main Power In Car Entertainment (ICE) has a 750watt power. He worked with the existing power units on digital signal processing (DSP) which serves to change the digital signal into 7.1 channels surround sound format

9. Audi A8 2012

Audi A8 luxury sedan packed in a package of audio-tech state-of-the-art. It’s not surprising if the audio system is one of the best according to the experts and audiophile’ connoisseurs.

The cost to get this powerful audio options reach more than U.S. $ 6,000, and Bang & Olufsen for Audi designed it together with the stage of manufacture of the vehicle itself. Digital amplifier system brings tremendous strength reach a total of 1400 watts.

Amplifier power is then distributed to 19 units each speaker who designed and placed it in accordance with the acoustics and space in the cabin Audi A8. Even his new tweeter device will come out of hiding when the audio system is turned on.

10. Porsche Panamera 2011

Top places apparently occupied by Porsche Panamera. The audiophile stated that they had never heard the sound of another car that is better than the car. He has a package offering powerful audio Burmester Audiosysteme GmbH more than 1,000watts, which is distributed in 16 individual operation speakers. This system uses 9.8-inch active subwoofer has a power of 300 watts.

This package is not a standard facility. Even in model Panamera Turbo S, the owner had to spend up to U.S. $ 3,990 more to redeem Burmester audio system to complement its Bose Surround Sound System.

Meanwhile, Bose audio itself is also an optional facility for several lower variants, which are also, must be redeemed at U.S. $ 1,440. Wow ... It was too expensive so to spoil our ears ...

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Closer to BMW i3 Realization

2011-05-21T03:53:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - You must have heard about the BMW electric city car i3. This car will be driven by electric motors that power the rear wheels player supplied by the batteries placed on the floor of the vehicle.

The latest information coming out of a source
at BMW who said that i3 will have electric motors that can generate power of 150 hp, while the selling price, expected to be U.S. $ 35 thousand.

Maximum speed that the vehicle is able to achieve 160 km / h while the sails to reach 159 km. i3 has a very large volume of luggage capacity about 400 liters. The space is divided between the area behind the rear seat and space under the front cover of the muzzle.

BMW plans to produce these vehicles by 40 thousand units per year at their facility in Leipzig. Most of these vehicles will be made from carbon fiber.

For the purposes of the development of carbon fiber technology, BMW plans to embrace carbon fiber manufacturer dugwells by 8% value share ownership there. Uniquely dugwells is company that is one part of the Volkswagen Group.

Technical installation of batteries which are located in this part of the floor, borrow from Rolls Royce 102EX which is currently doing a lot of cooperation with BMW Group. The Bavarian carmaker is also the center of origin collaborate with Siemens in the development of wireless charging network system to be launched in Berlin, on June.
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Advanced Bike Without Chain

2011-05-20T07:32:00.000-07:00

Alpha Bike

Auto Trend - University of Pennsylvania offered a unique prototype bike called Alpha Bike. This is a bike that turns the wheels do not use alias chainless chain drive. A quite amazing is, the driving system can be changed from fixed gear to freewheel mode electronically.

Bicycle production is
entirely carried out in-house. Both drive systems, brake systems, and electronic equipment, all hidden inside the bike frame. Amazingly, this human-powered vehicle has a LCD screen on the handlebars that can update a variety of travel information.

At the bottom bracket at a location mechanism Alpha Bike Switchable Integrated Free-Fixed Transmission (SWIFT) Drive system designed by the University of Pennsylvania senior Mechanical Engineer that is Geoff Johnson, Lucas Hartman, Katie Savarise, Evan Dvorak, Katie Rohacz together with Dr. Jonathan Fiene as supervisor.

SWIFT Feature utilizing electronically regulated clutch to change between modes fixed-gear and freewheel, who joined the central axis made of maraging steel AMS-6514, a clutch plate and pulley 6Al4V Titanium-belt pulleys made of stainless steel.

Front wheel hub shaft or drum brakes and dynamo include providing power for electronic devices, supplying electricity to two of the super capacitor in order to perform various functions of sensors and micro-controller device. While the rear wheel axle, planetary-gear contains a compact 3-speed that is controlled via a conventional cable.

LCD screen on the handlebar offers the rider with a variety of useful information like: time, distance, cadence, wheel speed and gear selected. Information dynamics of the bike itself is stored in an SD card that can be checked upon completion of driving.

Unfortunately, no information is available about the comparative performance of the prototype drive system without this chain with the conventional model. Not also given information whether this vehicle will be produced or not.

A clear goal of this project is to create a bike with a system that is more compact and integrated. Thanks to their creations, the team Alpha Bike maker managed to get a gift Gemmil Award in the event the Senior Design Competition 2011, held by the University.

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VW 1.4 TSI Engine Won Engine of the Year

2011-05-20T03:42:00.000-07:00

VW 1.4 TSI engine

Auto Trend - VOLKSWAGEN (VW), once again won the Engine of the Year Awardâ for the 1.4 TSI engine in the category of 1.0 to 1.4-liter engine. Due to the principle of twincharger engine that combines turbocharger and supercharger,
1.4 TSI has a real advantage of being able to produce higher torque engines and the use of highly efficient fuel.

Volkswagen TSI is on the right track to sustainable mobility in the future. Compared with other machines, TSI showed better results, both in terms of fuel efficiency and exhaust emissions are produced.

The jury was also impressed with the fact that the TSI engine is not only recorded outstanding results for fuel efficiency gasoline engine (petrol), but also able to work perfectly for fuel gas (Eco Fuel).

Total of 65 judges from 32 automotive different countries, provide an assessment of the Volkswagen TSI 1.4 engine based on the parameters: drive ability, noise levels, smooth running, and fuel economy. Dr. Hermann Middendorf from Volkswagen Petrol Engine Development received the award at a ceremony in Stuttgart.
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Ducati Launches Multistrada Pikes Peak SE

2011-05-19T17:28:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - The Italian motorcycle manufacturer, Ducati, plans to release Multistrada special version at Quail Motorcycle Gathering event this year with official name Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak Special Edition.

This supermotard-style vehicle is dedicated to the victory of Greg Tracy whose riding the Ducati up the hill in the Pikes Peak in 2010. Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak Special Edition comes in colors typical of Ducati Corse and black anodized footrests that matched the color of the engine cover. Ducati also pair a set of unique velek with red striping.

Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak SE bundled with the package alerts Termignoni exhaust tube and a low front wind shield. All additional components are made of carbon fiber material to keep the weight remains mild and meets the standards and rules of the European Union.
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Land Rover Defender Safari with Electricity Powered

2011-05-19T15:53:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - Defender pure electric-powered concept uses an electric motor-powered 59 kW (80 PS), which has a torsional force of 330 Nm and is able to make these vehicles roam as far as 80 km.

Due to its performance that was almost without sound,
this vehicle is also very suitable to slip quietly in the wild as the safari vehicle. So, it’s be a Land Rover Defender Safari EV Concept.

The vehicle that developed locally in South Africa is the result of cooperation between the British car prodsen and local Land Rover specialist Barker Performance Products ( BPP ).

Model of induction electric motor alternating current (AC) air cooling-system used in this vehicle, power is supplied by the battery voltage 300 volts with a capacity of 27 kWh which is made by European companies named Axeon. With permanent all-wheel drive system, this vehicle can surf at speeds up to 60 km / hr.

This vehicle has made its inaugural appearance at the Indaba 2011, which is a tourism activity that was held from 7 to 10 May in Durban, South Africa.
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New 4 Cylinder Turbo Machine to BMW Z4 in U.S

2011-05-11T03:32:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - BMW announced that they will offer the Z4 model firstly in the United States are equipped with four-cylinder turbo engine. This marks the first time in recent decades BMW bring four cylinder engines to the U.S. market.

The latest BMW Z4 named sDrive28i Roadster equipped
with 2.0-liter turbo engine four-cylinder in line that could produce 240 hp at 5000 rpm with 352 Nm of torsional strength which can already be achieved at 1250 rpm.

Engine output is obtained due to a combination of the use of fuel-system supply direct injection, BMW's Valvetronic valve settings and twin-scroll turbocharger type capable of presenting a V6 engine with equivalent power I4 engine efficiency.

BMW estimates that the application of these technologies can increase fuel efficiency by 20% compared to existing machines. 6-speed automatic transmission is also very helpful Z4 to achieve maximum efficiency.

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Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster Comes on September

2011-05-10T15:50:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - MERCEDES-BENZ SLS AMG Roadster is the second car model that was developed independently by AMG that its spirits were taken from the Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster classic 50s era. This vehicle is scheduled to perform at the auto show in Frankfurt, Germany, on September.

Roadster version has been developed conceptually for SLS AMG, particularly lightweight spaceframe super-rigid body that became the initial focus. Because of these vehicles do not have a roof that one of its functions as a crutch so that the design of the floor should be strengthened.

In an effort to maintain the character dynamics
and vehicle handling model remains identical to its coupe, roadster SLS is designed with the body more rigid. One part makes the dash cross-member has an additional amplifier in the windshield frame.

Strengthening carried out also in the middle of the floor (center tunnel) and the structure between
soft-top. Because of its strength, the soft-top can be operated electro hydraulic even at speeds of up 50 km / hour.

Cross-member in the back seat is also reinforced to strengthen the protection when the vehicle overturned. Here also the sub-woofer powered 250-watt Bang & Olufsen BeoSound type AMG is located in order for the resulting sound is more 'solid'.

Soft-top or roof is made of soft fabric stored in the back seat, composed of three layers that form a pattern of folds 'Z' to save space. Weight construction made from magnesium / steel / aluminum, provides a low center of gravity and is designed for speeds up to 317 km / hour.

For the business engine, this vehicle is similar to its coupe model, which is water-cooled V8 engine, 6.3-liter capacity that could provide a boost of 563 hp at 6800 rpm and torsion strength up to 650 Nm at 4750 rpm.

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Ford Concern on Children's Safety Factor

2011-05-10T09:12:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - So far, the majority of vehicle manufacturers to develop safety system that is focused for adult passengers. This time, Ford uses a digital kid body model to understand the impact a car accident in children.

This model will be made based on MRI scans
(magnetic resonance imaging) of children used in a computer crash test simulations to see how the impact of accidents that occur in young children. Ford hopes this model will significantly help to reduce the level of injury to children in a car accident.

Child model project is a continuation of an adult model who has Ford done for more than a decade. As a model digital adult, skull, and vital organs of children will be given serious attention to ensure the protection of safety.

According to Ford, the technology has been used to create an additional safety device is better. And Ford adds that it continues to explore the potential that still exists.
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Effective Bicycle Lights

2011-05-10T07:28:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - Are you one of bike’s fans? Or are you in assembling or updating old bike? You can equip your bike with a small lamp Light & Motion Vis 360 that can be installed on the front or rear of a bicycle or even on the helmet.

Light & Motion Vis 360 is designed perfectly.
Despite the small size weighing 4 ounces, this lamp is equipped with other applications that more powerful and very bright to 110 lumens.

At a cost of $ you can get a Vis 360package containing three bright red lights for the back of the bike (two on the helmet and one on the rear, under the seat bike) and two yellow lights on the front.

Light & Motion Vis 360 is equipped with long battery life. If you turn on two low lights and other is bright, Light & Motion Vis 360 battery can last for about 15 hours. More info you can see in www.bikelights.com.

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Maserati Launches Exclusive Bike

2011-05-05T21:02:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - Producing bicycle seemed to be trend among European car manufacturers. Starting by the BMW M Division, McLaren, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, even Lumma known as the German tuner companies do not want to lose. So it's not a surprise if the Maserati, the Italian sports car manufacturer makes a bike too.

For matters of precision, Maserati joined a bicycle maker, Sisilia Montante Cicli to
develop and produce bicycle 8CTF. The name was taken from the name of the famous Maserati racing car and won the Indianapolis 500 miles in the year 1939-1940.

For Maserati 8CTF, Montante only produce 200 units and to affirm its limitations, each unit equipped with the exclusive production numbers. While the bike itself, is custom tailored to adjust the rider.

As in the fourth wheel products, Maserati 8CTF have trident logo with a silver background color in the front fork axis which he said was inspired by Maserati dragster supercharger-engined 3.0 liter. Maserati Logo style of the 1930s in the framework was inspired from a metal plate which is used as a marker identifying the chassis car.

Montante limited edition for Maserati 8CTF bikes available through reservations at Maserati online stores at a price Euro 3600 equivalent to U.S. $ 5,210.

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Most Favorite Car of Osama bin Laden

2011-05-05T06:20:00.000-07:00

This article Favorite Car of Osama bin Laden is not offense to any brand of Car. Just open Your mind!

Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz 350 SE

Interestingly, of all the existing cars, Osama always buy a Mercedes-Benz. In the book Bin Laden (Behind The Mask of Terrorist) by Andrew Robinson, noted, Obama's interest in Mercedes-Benz even been started since a teenager. Andrew Robinson said, while studying in Beirut, Osama bin Laden is already used to the glamorous life.
For college, he has two Mercedes-Benz, the Mercedes-Benz 350 SE and the Mercedes-Benz 220. In the era of the 1970s Mercedes-Benz 350 SE Mercedes-Benz 220 and not a car carelessly. The car that still adopt this technology can be poured energy SOHC 199 horsepower. Quite fast for a sedan saloon.

Mercedes-Benz 220

Another with Mercedes-Benz 220 owned by Osama. This car is used daily Osama in Beirut. The car that has a W115 engine code is special because it is the first step for the Mercedes-Benz in the design of modern cars after World War II. Through the Mercedes-Benz 220, Mercedes-Benz for the first time introduced the automatic transmission.
Toyota Land Cruiser

Toyota Land Cruiser

Besides Mercedes-Benz, Osama also like the cars like the Land Cruiser range. Land Cruiser is renowned tough on the barren terrain in Arabia. By driving his four wheel drive, this car is relatively easy to beat fierce desert. See special selected cars Osama, the terrorist leader is very reasonable if it does have a special taste in the automotive world.
In a videotape that appeared on Al Jazeera TV in 2001, the Land Cruiser owned by Al Qaeda is seen marching. This car is equipped with a siren like that of police on the roof.
And consequently, in the U.S., because his car was known as Osama Bin Laden, Land Cruiser often get trouble from U.S. citizens and furious fun with Osama Bin Laden. They scribble Land Cruiser body with spray paint, making the car body abrasions or other acts of vandalism.

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Ford Escape’s Baggage Door Glass Easily Broken

2011-05-05T01:38:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - National Highway Traffic Safety Administration /NHTSA began investigating the case of 200 thousand SUVs Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner 2010-2011 model after receiving complaints stating glass rear window that had suddenly broken.

NHTSA had received 18 complaints which recorded that the glass is suddenly shattered, when the device is opened or closed. One case was suspected to result in a woman and her 10-year-old son injured by broken glass.

NHTSA was revealed, the incident often occurs during cold weather. NHTSA said that Ford had issued an internal technical service bulletin to their dealers on November 22, 2010 which related to cases of glass rear window rupture on the Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner.

The bulletin says, "number of the Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner 2010-2011 output or made prior to October 15, 2010 may have broken glass rear window (liftgate window), which generally occurs when the ambient temperature is cooler. "

Some documents instructing dealers to improve the situation by replacing the glass after a check if there are signs of collision or damage that may lead to rupture of the glas. Ford’s parties still recommend the replacement of glass that although there were no signs in question.

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How to Identify Problems in Automatic Transmission

2011-05-04T22:33:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - Automatic transmission car does have a line of excellence rather than a manual transmission. More practical and does not make sore left foot at a time when a traffic jam.

Automatic transmission has a potential risk of greater damage, because its components are more complex.

It’s important for this kind of diligent in early detection of possible damage to these devices. So how to recognize the signs of transmission problems?

1. Checking the transmission lubricant

The first step that must be done is to examine the presence or absence or transmission lubricant oil seepage. The trick is open the bonnet and around the transmission-related. When the oil leaks, it means the transmission system problems.

In addition, you are also advised to check the oil through the indicator stick. When the oil is brown-black and there are fine iron powders, it means that the transmission was problematic. There are indications that show great friction between components.

2. Perform a test drive

If it turns out the condition of oil is still good, it does not mean the possibility of a problem no longer exists. Because of that, another step to try is to do a test drive. The trick is moving the transmission from P-R-N-D sequentially starting from stationary position.

Perform this step slowly on each transition from one position to another. When you feel choked, it means there is a problem in the transmission system.

3. Listen to the sound transmission

This method does look trivial and playful. It’s precise enough to detect the presence or absence problem. Previously, make sure the area around the car is not noisy or noisy that you could actually hear it clearly.

After that, turn on the car without activating the audio equipment and appliances air conditioners (AC). Then, open the hood of the car and listen carefully, is there a buzzing sound like boiling water from teapot spout.

If there is a voice like that, it means the transmission system problems.
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Baby SUV Audi Q3 Ready to Roll

2011-05-04T21:01:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - Audi Q3 is built on the platform of the Volkswagen Tiguan to be made by Audi as a luxury model in the entry-level. With the new body design, these vehicles will have typical Audi grille with lights of all LED technology. Thanks to aerodynamic design, these vehicles have the most amazing wind resistance with the number of Cd 0.32!

Behind door hatch her stylish luggage that contained beautiful flexible luggage space volume 460 liters when the rear seat is mounted and 1365 liters when the seat is embedded flush with the trunk floor.

When compared with the VW Tiguan which presents the capacity of each 526 liters and 1588, Audi Q3 still far less. Even he was 25% smaller than the trunk capacity of the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V.

It seems we don’t need describe in detail the features offered. The reason he has been equipped with new features as standard facilities such as adaptive light technology, electronic parking assistance, multi-media interface (MMI) hard-drive-based infotainment and navigation systems. While the facilities to make the existence of the Audi Q3 serves as a wireless hotspot, will be available in the near future.

Audi Q3 will be available in three engine options, two petrol engines and one diesel engine. Everything carries direct injection technology that provides strength between 140 to 211 hp.

Two of the most powerful engine will be combined with the all-wheel-drive Audi Quattro typical through transmission 7-speed dual clutch. 170 hp gasoline-powered engine is also offered in front-wheel drive format. Questioned on the price, in the local market (Germany), Audi Q3 2012 will be sold in June with the official price 29 900 Euros.

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Practical Water Storage while You Cycling

2011-05-04T08:58:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - Bikers has two options to bring drinking water. First use a bottle mounted on the bicycle frame, and Backpacks hydration (water tube which can shrink in a backpack).

Water storage system with a bottle is not always easy to access when you try to drink while cycling
even more so when in the middle of the race, unless you deliberately stop for a drink. While the beverage backpack model, although it is easily accessible but provides the inconvenience.

For the Shower Pass VelEau 42 offered with the aim to overcome both these problems, namely by placing the backpack-style hydration system that is placed on a bicycle, not the rider.

Plastic tube reservoir with a capacity of 1.24 liters in VelEau wrapped in nylon bags placed in the rear at the bottom of the saddle. The tube is equipped with plastic hose
polyurethane that is connected to the bottom of the tube.

The hose is leading to the front along the bicycle frame and attached by bracket to look neat and parallel to the frame so as not to disturb the movement of the rider. While there are hose end section with the rollers nylon binder.

When it feels thirsty, rider stay grabbed the hose and pulled it toward. After use, the rollers will pull the hose back into position.

Shower Pass stated that the product it makes the rider does not need to be burdened by a backpack where drinks (Backpacks hydration) when cycling so they can more comfortably. If you still carry a backpack, the driver can use a backpack to carry other equipment such as jackets, spare tire and equipment bike keys.

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10 Best Car's Interior 2011

2011-04-30T10:55:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - Research institutions and providers of automotive industry data from the United States, WardsAuto, have announced the results of research on the car's interior. This Institution has examined the 51 car brands on the market today.

The result, as reported by egmcartech.com there were 10 cars with the best interior.

Some aspects are considered in this study is, quality of materials, design, functionality, safety, convenience, and the benefits of the technology used. Not to forget, the jury also assesses aspects of environmentally friendly than some parts of interior.

Just a note, Ward Auto Group is a division of Penton Media, headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, United States. Media group founded 80 years ago that in addition to providing information, data, and analysis of automotive also routinely conduct research on various aspects of the car.

Studied aspects from concept design, safety features, comfort features, engine, resale price, until the interior. In the research on this 2011 car interior, the agency set 10 cars with the best interior.

Tenth car (based on the alphabet) is:

1. Audi A8

2. BMW X3 xDrive35i

3. Chevy Cruze 2LT RS

4. Dodge Charger Rallye Plus

5. Ford Focus Titanium

6. Honda Odyssey Elite

7. Hyundai Elantra Limited Edition

8. Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit

9. Kia Optima EX

10. Volvo S60

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Tips to Face Fussy Child While Driving

2011-04-30T09:49:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - Bringing children traveling in the car can be fun. But, sometimes traffic jam and boredom can make them fussy and distracting while driving.

If you are not careful and not handle it well, it can interfere with concentration when driving and endangering you and also the child.

Then, how to overcome it? Concentration for driving is not disrupted and children are not fussy. Here are tips quoted from Toyota.co.id:

1. Toys: Toys are wonderful things for the children. They trigger the imagination and bring the children forget for a moment. No need to bring all their toys at home. Simply take one or two that they like and let their imaginations drove along the journey.

2. Puzzles and games: There are many choices puzzle today. Buy one or two with interesting pictures and let the children forget the time when fiddling puzzle. If they start to get bored, parents can be creative to create a new atmosphere by making the fastest race puzzle. Another option is a game of Snakes and ladders or monopoly. For a more mature, Sudoku is also quite telling keep them busy.

3. Book reading: Suitable for children who can already read. Bring reading materials with interesting stories will make the kids glued to the story and atmosphere will be calm and quiet car.

4. Blankets and pillows: Depending on away trips. Bring pillows and blankets are usually used. When children are tired, pillows and blankets that will help them sleep soundly.

5. Extra clothes: Children are unpredictable. Parents never know what will happen. It’s wise enough to bring a change of clothes. Clothes spilled drinks or food or wet with sweat makes the child uncomfortable and need to be replaced. Or conversely, when the weather gets cold, spare clothes can make them warmer. Do not forget to bring spare diapers.

6. Tissue/towel: This device must be present with the children. Not just to clean up the children but also impurities due to the way they are stuck in car parts such as seats, door trim, carpet and even the ceiling.

7. Snack: it’s must exist. Especially for long trip. You can bring fruit, fresh drinks, including water. Pack in small containers that can be inserted in the pocket behind the back of the chair. Drinks can be packaged in small bottles that can be stored in containers in door trim bottle.

8. In Car Entertainment: When your car equipped with this device, take advantage of to entertain children with songs or their favorite movie.

Hopefully with the tips above, your concentration while driving is not impaired and can survive up to destination. Good luck.
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Ferrari Offers Free Service Pack 7 Year

2011-04-29T22:45:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - The prospects for Ferrari in Europe seems to be pampered by the facilities offered by this Italian car manufacturer. Because Ferrari plans to provide free care package for 7 years for their latest models such as 458 Italian, Califormia Spyder or the FF model.

This package will be effective if consumers
buy the vehicles at the dealership Ferrari-authorized dealers and this offer is attached to each vehicle so that it remains valid if the vehicle is moved of ownership before it reaches 7 years. Free treatment applies to the cost of workmanship and replacement of original parts, including replacement of oil and brake fluid.

According to Ferrari this will be the first time that such treatment program was offered throughout the world. Ferrari hope this program will be able to restore consumer confidence that began to fade due to a variety of reports related to the model 458 Italian on fire problem.
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Chevrolet Volt and Nissan Leaf Having the Best Safety

2011-04-29T19:44:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - United States Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety / IIHS) recently completed the first test row of the plug-ins vehicle. Chevrolet Volt and Nissan Leaf managed to obtain the best rating for the protection front, side, rear and when rolled during the accident.

Methods and procedures for testing accident on the vehicles type plug-in is no different from those conducted by IIHS against other cars.

Both pioneer plug-in car, Volt and Leaf was tested along with 80 other 2011 vehicle output to see how well the vehicle is able to protect the passengers when the accident occurred.
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Most Dangerous Car Interior Throughout History

2011-04-29T18:07:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - Usually you just accept the various facilities provided by the manufacturer when you buy a new car without wanting to know its benefit. Once the new disaster happens you realize to what various vehicle devices were made.

For example the headrest designs have been patented since 1923. But the United States Road Transport Association requires all new passenger vehicles have headrests in 1969. Even then, after hundreds of accident-related to neck injury.

The next example is a safety belt. This device is used on the horse carts in the 1850s, but it became standard equipment in the early 1960s on automobiles.

Based on these matters Popular Mechanic magazine released the 13 cars with the interior of the most dangerous in the history of the following reasons:

1. Darracq 200HP1905
This vehicle got speed record in Europe but zero about safety. Small seat with an open body. What if cornering in high speed? Driver can still hold onto the steering wheel, but what about the passengers?

2. Ford T Model 1908

Paris scientists, who melt the liquid plastic into a glass, actually already create ‘Safety Glass’ in 1903. He concluded laminated glass would be broken but not scattered. Unfortunately, car manufacturers do not care at that time, including Ford.

3. Renault 40CV 1922

This vehicle is minim in rearview mirror so that the vehicle is very familiar with the 'blind spot'.

4. Duesenberg Model J 1930

The vehicle is equipped with small front pillars. The advantage is to make the view becomes more widespread, but very risky when the accident occurred. The reason is the thin pillars are not able to protect the passengers when the car overturned.

5. Mercury Monterey 1953

Many dashboard ornament that completely tapered in the era before the '80s. Even in the era of the '50s a number of cars have the steering wheel hub is tapered like the end of missiles that are ready to injure the driver. Perhaps such trend at the time, but this is very dangerous.

6. Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing 1955

This vehicle is beautiful. It is present before the age of the headrest. It has the form of additional equipment bag leather suitcase placed in the rear above the rear deck. The suitcase tied with leather buckle.

Unfortunately, if the driver forgot to tighten and the accident occurred, it will be thrown forward hitting the back of the driver and passengers.

7. Ford F-100 1955

At first glance this vehicle has been seen only drawbacks with the lack of headrests. While the position of the head itself is very close to the rear glass. Imagine if this vehicle was hit from behind. Head would jerk back and hit the glass. Indeed, new headrests are required starting in 1969.

8. Dodge Custom Royal 1956

Sending SMS while driving alone is dangerous, let alone reverse the LPs when cornering using the Dodge Custom Royal 1956. Except when there is co-driver.

Why Chrysler offers audio device they called a 'high-way hi-fi' as optional on the sedan output facility in 1955 to 1960?

These objects are also offered on the brands Chrysler, Dodge, Imperial and Plymouth. Though these devices are also highly vulnerable to the risk of needle jumped when the road is not smooth.

9. Porsche 356 1958

Steering wheel made of wood are very popular to enhance the luxury of the vehicle. Similarly to the Porsche 356. Yet it is also very popular vehicle used in track racing.

The experienced drivers are well aware of the event of an accident, the wood will split and potentially crash the body of the driver who caused his career foundered or even worse.

Therefore, the drivers swap timber with a metal steering wheel, for reasons at least not potentially penetrate the body's racers.

10. Saab Gran Turismo 750 1958

This vehicle entered of the most dangerous car interior category is related to the safety belt.

11. Volvo PV 544 1961

Volvo is known as the first users of safety belts. But unfortunately the belt is attached to the bench. Indeed, with so passengers will not be thrown out the front window, but there is most likely the driver hit the dashboard because at that time, the rear backrest can be folded forward from the passenger's body weight.

12. 1961 Lincoln Continental

Referred to, as 'suicide doors' is a model with a door opening system as a model two-door cabinet. Early in his presence, many do not have a locking system.

Pressing it down either to open or close does the locking system. Though the door also has a handhold. Imagine if accidentally pressed too hard armrest. This is the most potent inviting disaster recipe. Not to mention the absence of safety belts.

In addition, the back door with a hinge at the back is very dangerous. If a few open while it is running, the door will immediately slammed by the wind even can be separated. Hence he was nicknamed as suicide doors.

13. Yugo 1985

These vehicles have electrical and heating systems that are very vulnerable. Excessive vibration in the body has the potential to cause short-circuit and fire.
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New features on the BMW X3

2011-04-29T17:48:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - There are several features that are included on the All-New X3 is a very helpful and allows drivers to operate this SUV.

Also the more luxurious interior and a more cheerful color display. For example, the xDrive35i has red-brown leather interior while Diesel is beige.

BMW says this new change makes room

for driver and rear passenger relieved. The back seat - middle that can be folded - can also be used to put the needs of travel, such as drinks.

xDdrive35i

xDrive35i version is very full and luxurious. The roof is not only equipped with roof rails, as well as glass that can be opened (shifted) so that the passengers and the driver immediately enjoy the fresh air from outside the car.

This glass roof can be closed, if the passenger or the driver is not exposed to the scorching sun. Its simply to operate by pressing the button located at the front of the ceiling.

For infotaiment and communication, xDrive35i is also more complete than xDrive20 Business. In this version, a Bluetooth connection work effectively when linked with Android smartphone and iPod Touch, including to play songs. While Bluetooth for phone, the speaker voice sounded very clear.

BMW seems to have prepared a place for the gadget trends in the world, iPod and iPhone. Center console, fit for both the Apple’s product.

xDrive20d

Xdrive20d is special diesel version, specialized version of the Business, has only Bluetooth connection facility of communication. This version is not equipped with roof rails and glass roof. But for the xDrive Executive, completeness and feature is the same with xDdrive35i. For entertainment, BMW just install 6 speakers while Executive variants, such as Xdrive35i, using 12 speakers.

Start-Stop
New features and very functional to improve the efficiency of fuel consumption is "the Start-Stop" which works automatically. When the speed above 10 km / h and then the car stopped, in a few seconds the machine will turn off automatically. On the instrument panel indicators are shown, the engine died.

For the machine started, simply by pressing the gas pedal. This is the first automatic transmission in combination with the Start-Stop system. Even so the system can also be off by pressing the button on the side.

Do not worry about the battery runs out or the AC was not functioning when the engine died. So, the temperature increases and energy reserves of the battery down, automatic machines turned on again. In addition, if the speed is always below 10 km/h, the system does not work.

Explained well, actually X3 already using the mild hybrid system. When the brake is operated, the energy is converted into electricity stored in batteries.

Options

xDrive35i using a 6-cylinder gasoline engine capable of producing power and torque 306 rpm PS@5.800 Nm@1.200 400 - 5000 rpm. And using direct injection technology with Valvetronic valve.This version is perfect for those who like speeding because of the steady pull of the machine!

While xDrive20d, the choice for those considering an economical operating costs.

Feature that really helps is the electric parking brake (activated and released by pressing the button) "Auto Hold" to prevent the car moving when stopped (including flights).

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Wi-Fi Cars, The Future Cars

2011-04-20T07:38:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - Technologycal Analyst claim, consumers are increasingly welcomed the idea of wi-fi car technology, which allows a car into the warehouse of information and entertainment like a smart phone or tablet computer.

"Initially, the idea of installing internet access in the car sounds disturbing and reckless. But, over time, this car will become part of our lives and people will feel uncomfortable if do not have access to the Internet," said telecom analyst Jeff Kagan told Straits Times.

A market research from iSuppli estimates that shipments wi-fi system for cars worldwide will grow rapidly. Later in 2017, the number of shipments wi-fi system will reach 7.2 million units. Meanwhile, in 2010 there were only 174 thousand units.

Since 2010, the United States car manufacturer, Ford, has been offering free wi-fi technology in several variants of his car. Other giant automotive manufacturers like General Motors, BMW, Audi, Saab and Chrysler also already offer Internet access in its product line.

Meanwhile, mid-March, Nokia introduced a Car Connectivity Consortium, by including the 11 companies with similar technical standards, such as Daimler, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Toyota and Volkswagen.

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VW Beetle-3 Generation Jumping Faster

2011-04-19T17:43:00.000-07:00

Car Trend - Volkswagen AG held a party in three continents. Inter-continental feast marks the rebirth of the model that had become an icon and make VW famous, the Beetle. "The world is home Beetle," VW's statement in a release. Means, Beetle will be marketed to the world!

In many countries, the VW Beetle had its own designation. In Indonesia, known as the Beetle: the fans very much and until now still exist. While in other countries, according to VW, it is called, among others, Käfer, Vocho, Coccinelle, Fusca and Maggiolino.
3rd Generation
The latest version of the newly introduced, is the 3rd generation or second generation of New Beetle. The first generation born in 1938 and second 1998. The second generation has achieved sales of 21.5 million. Especially for the second generation of one million more!

The third generation remains despite appearances to the identity of the original Beetle: It consists of three half-spheres, namely the front and rear wheels and the middle or cabin. Further, between the generation-2 and 3 total different.

Typical Characteristics
Although performed on Beetel Revitalization Generation-3, but features the original Beetle remained knetal. The main forms of the headlamps, fixed round. Nevertheless, the technology is present. This can be seen from the side of the main light comes bagia 15 units of LED that serves as a light lunch and parking. Especially for big lights, VW also offers the option, bi-xenon.

According to VW's original features remain preserved for all to easily recognize the car when it passed. "Upon seeing blur, people can ensure, Ohh .. the Beetle! As people recognize the Coke bottle, iPhone and Ray Ban Aviator, "VW said.

The other is the model of a sloping rear, although the glass is now more broadly. No less interesting, now equipped with a rear spoiler which is under the base glass. For wheels, VW has been prepared, will be fitted with a diameter of 19 inches to the top!.

Because marketed worldwide, VW tried to make it affordable, although until now there has been announced. The latest technology embedded engines (petrol and diesel) with the most advanced technology, security systems, information systems and advanced navigation and entertainment.

More Low
According to VW designer Klaus Bischoff, now looks Beetle dashing, dynamic and more manly. "Compared with the Beetle, 1998, versions of which are now neat and sporty. Version is more flat, wide, hood (bonnet) machines longer, more sloping windshield to belakag. This is the dynamics of the VW Beetle, "said Bischoff.

The concept is a continuation of flat recognized Ragster VW showcased at the Detroit Auto Show 2005. The latter car is "hot rod" with the base New Beetle. This New Beetle Dimensions: Length 4278 mm (length over 152 mm), width 1808 mm (84 mm wider), height 1486 mm (over flat 12 mm).

VW Interior
Beetle cockpit design now considered unique, calm and classical. The use of color in the dashboard panel to make appearances such as Kevlar and is designed with style first-generation Beetle. The entire cockpit and interior redesign experience.

Another feature of the car are the three round instruments are prepared in front of the driver (tachometer, speedometer and fuel indicator), was incorporated in the speedometer (in center), on a multi-purpose screen. Same with the original Beetle, the new version is equipped box (glove box) that incorporates additional dashboard and folded up. Another classic feature is an additional instrument on the audio and navigation systems, namely the oil temperature, clock with stopwatch function and turbo pressure indicator. Steering wheel also comes with a new design!

Since it is flat, the interior height is now 1044 mm (previously 1082 mm). Despite the reduced 39 mm, according to VW does not cause problems for passengers who berubuh tall. Because the interior is made with the concept of the cathedral. Hence, the rear passengers, because the roof is now longer, get more space in relief. Space, increase, from 290 to 310 liters.

Around the world the Beetle will be offered in three fixtures, with the name "Beetle", "Design" and "Sport" (details announced later). Another interesting feature, the glass roof that can be opened and dijungkit. Glass roof on the new Beetle is 80 percent larger than previous versions, capable of absorbing 99 percent and 92 percent of ultraviolet radiation of heat energy.
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Top 5 Fastest Motorcycles Legally Ride on the Street

2011-03-26T07:06:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - Here’s the list of fastest motorcycle legally ride in the street. As we know that not all motorcycle can legally ride on the street. Due to that fact, we have to see if it’s a legal or not legal motorcycle when buying a super bike. Dodge Tomahawk is the fastest motorcycle, but
it’s not legally tide on the street and still a concept motorcycle. So Here’s the top 5 fastest motorcycles that can be ride on the road along with their top speed. Wanna ride? Hot !!!

5. Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa: 300 km/h (186 mph)

4. Kawasaki ZX-12R Ninja: 305 km/h (189 mph)

3. MV Agusta F4 1000 MT Tamburini: 307 km/h (191 mph)

2. MV Agusta F4 1100 CC: 315 km/h (196 mph)

1. Ducati Desmosedici RR : 320 km/h (199 mph)

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Auto Trend - car Genesis Coupe

2011-03-26T00:42:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - From 2010 model year car Genesis Coupe, this is based on a short platform sedan. All engines team with a sedan 6-speed automatic transmission that is manual shift gate. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, ABS systems, airbags; side airbags used cars, side-curtain airbags front and rear. Among the available options, heated and cooled driver seat limos, cell phone link with the navigation system with hard drive for storing digital music files, rearview camera and front and rear obstacle detection.

The rental car keys in the center of the sound console which controls the navigation and other functions. Adaptive cruise controls are available. This report car rental company based on an assessment in 2009 Hyundai Genesis Car rental is based.

Of 2011 Hyundai Genesis is offered in two trim levels. 3.8 engine V6, leather seats, heated front seats and start button. Expanded 4, 6 V8 engine with leather seats, ventilation system of 17 speakers and a power rear sunshade, a few names. 4.6 comes fully loaded - no need to worry about losing any features on the Genesis.

New in 2011, Genesis is a blow for the 10 hp 4.6-liter V8 and 4.6 will receive a standard package of technologies. They include a navigation system, six-CD changer system, driver information system (FIS), xenon headlights, front and rear Park Assist system, rearview camera, and more.

Shoppers buying luxurious daily driver with a quick movement, and more than enough to get up and walk away happy with Hyundai Genesis Car, but if a sports sedan to meet your needs to do is probably not the right choice. Genesis Lexus may take with regard to comfort, not as fun to drive and athletic opponents.

Reviewer finds mixed when it comes to style of Genesis. No one argues that it is not always good or ugly, expensive, not to repeat the reference to his resemblance. Some critics say that Genesis is also derived, while others believe that the wear with the class.

If you want to see the Hyundai Genesis Sedan really check out the interior. Unlike other luxury midsize cars, Genesis, to compete with the comfort of a luxury competition, prices for the $ 55000 mark. Some critics say, unassuming exterior derivative, interior quite the opposite.

While the federal government and insurance industry not to consider the Hyundai Genesis 2011, Genesis received in 2010, similar to good crash tests for both groups. Genesis 2010, "Top Safety Pick Award" was awarded in the insurance industry.

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Ducati Desmosedici RR

2011-03-24T00:07:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - Ducati RR is a replica of the Ducati Desmosedici 2006, so the technology, design and aerodynamic have total adopting from Ducati in MotoGP championship series, even the material for the body using the same material. So that really will provide great sensation for the rider with 4-stroke engine technology advancement Ducati.

Casey Stoner and Loris Capirossi have tried this bike on the track of San Marino and felt almost no difference between this Ducati RR and the bike that they use in MotoGP racing.

Although they were taken from the prototype motor Ducati Desmosedici 2006, but with the application of high technology from MotoGP racing, this motor sport to keep road makes a difference with any other motor sport.

Ducati RR sold with prices 60 000 Euro, it’s accordance with the advantages offered by Ducati RR.

Technical Specifications :

Type L-4 cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, Desmodromic,
4 valves per cylinder, gear driven camshafts
Displacement 989 cc
Power 147,1 kW – 200 hp @ 13.800rpm
Torque 11,8 kgm – 85,55 lb-ft @ 10.500rpm
Fuel injection Four 50 mm Magneti Marelli throttle bodies,
12-hole “microjet” with injectors over throttle,
manual idle control;
Exhaust 4-into-2-into-1 vertical exit exhaust/silencer
Emissions Euro 3
Transmission 6-speed; Cassette type
Clutch Dry multi-plate slipper clutch, hydraulically actuated
Vehicle Body Full carbon fiber bodywork
Frame Tubular steel trellis hybrid, carbon fiber seat support,
aluminum swingarm
Front Susp Öhlins FG353P forks, 43 mm pressurized, with preload,
rebound and compression adjustment, TiN coated sliders
Front Wheel Marchesini forged and machined magnesium alloy wheels,
with 7 spoke design as GP6
Rear Suspens Öhlins rear shock, with rebound,
low/high speed compression adjustment,
hydraulic preload adjustment
Rear Wheel Marchesini forged and machined magnesium alloy wheels,
with 7 spoke design as GP6
Tyres Bridgestone, front 120/70 R17- rear 200/55 R16
Front Brake 2 Brembo radial “monoblock” calipers w/ four34 mm pistons,
2 semi-floating 330 mm x 5 mm discs,
Rear Brake 240 mm fixed disc, caliper with two 34 mm pistons
Tank Aluminum alloy
Dry Weight 171 Kg / 377 lbs
Colors 1)Desmosedici RR: painted in ‘Rosso GP’,
with a white number plate on the tail section;
2)Desmosedici RR ‘Team Version’ - painted in ‘Rosso GP’,
the factory Corse bikes with broad white stripe on the fairing.
Versions Single-seat

Instruments New lightweight Corse electronic multifunction LCD dashboard with tachometer, speedometer, trip/odometer, trip fuel, clock, air temperature, engine temperature, lap time, anti-theft immobilizer, and several warning lights: fuel reserve, indicator lamps, oil pressure, neutral, high bean lamp, EOBD, overrev; complete error list.

One of my favorite bikes is Kawasaki ZRX series

2011-03-23T08:26:00.000-07:00

Auto Trend - One of my favorite bikes that has been through the SR shop was the 124-horsepower Project Z-ReX (October '99), built from a Kawasaki ZRX1100. Needless to say, I was looking forward to the ZRX1200 and expected it to be everything our project bike was.
Imagine my dismay, however, to find that the ZRX has lost its appeal to me. It could be that the swingarm pivot was loose and I was still wary after tightening it. Or maybe it's that the engine overpowers the stock chassis a bit too easily now.Another one of my favorite bikes was Motorcyclist's Bandit 1200, a test bike I hogged a lot last summer. But our bike just doesn't seem the same for some reason. It feels slower than I remember, and the suspension doesn't work as nicely. Maybe it's because we just finished testing 600s and open-class bikes, and these bikes simply don't do it for me anymore.But I think the real reason that the ZRX and Bandit have lost some of their shine is sitting down in the shop right now, and the key is in my pocket--the FZ1. You just can't argue with the R1-based engine and how light the Yamaha is--although the Kawasaki and Suzuki do an admirable job trying. Now that Yamaha has upped the ante with a recent-generation motor though, I can't stop thinking that someone has to step in with a stiff chassis and inverted fork soon. Hmm, project FZR1, maybe?

I used to look at these "standard" bikes as just that--somewhat boring, sterile, stripped-down, pseudo-sportbikes. Not only stripped of bodywork, but also performance. With the possible exception of the Bandit, none of the bikes in the past really had the power that their overall appearance would have you expect, and I was often left a bit disappointed.However, the new FZ1 and ZRX12 change all that. Finally, some balls to back up the brawny looks, especially with the ZRX; the old 1100 just didn't have the jam when you wicked it up (unless you stuck in some ZX-11 cams, etc., like we did).That said, it really was tough for me to choose between the three. The Bandit's decent enough for backroad scratching as is, and the numb brakes could be fixed with aftermarket pads. Lowering the front end would cure its heavy steering, and its carburetion off of closed throttle is the least abrupt of the three bikes.But when it really comes down to swooping through some twisty pavement, I gotta go with Yamaha's FZ1. Its steering feel and lithe handling inspire more confidence than the ZRX, and although the Kawasaki isn't as softly sprung as the FZ1, the Yamaha's balanced chassis lets you drag hard parts without worry. Cool. When I get old (ha!), jus' gimme an FZ1, some soft luggage and I'm set.

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Lamborghini Announces cheat of F1 Suspension

2011-02-05T13:45:00.000-08:00

Auto Trend - Although the Geneva Motor Show 81still a month, Lamborghini has begun to repay the information about the latest products of Murcielago replacement. This latest Supersport car make curious because Lamborghini has not mentioned the name. While the technology is continues to be published.

Fastest
Last is the suspension and brake technology, which has also been released to the media. Mentioned, the model will make its debut in Geneva is the latest flagship Lamborghini, using the powerful V12 engine and 55kw (700 PS). They claim this car will be the fastest supersport.

Despite Sant'Agata Bolgonese people's lips sealed, journalists in America could also get the latest Lambo name. If you previously had called the Jota, the last is Aventador with frill LP700-4. The journalist managed to track based on information from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. These names will be used for automobiles and components, t-shirts, sweaters, polo shirts, jackets, scarves, gloves, hats, jackets, shoes to remote control car.

Stalk Push
Latest information from the Lambo, the car uses pushrod suspension. This suspension was combined with double wishbone plus carbon ceramic brakes. The concept of suspension basically cheated from Formula-1 car and set more for comfort when accelerated in the public streets.

Push rod suspension structure is the installation of dampers or spring elements are not directly on the wheel, but linked to the structure of the cell body. Push stem mounted transversely under the windshield in front and close to the machine that is behind. Other components of the suspension were roller lever and move the style relay function of the wheel holder to the damper or spring.

In this way, control or become more responsive handling. The car is more easily controlled at various speeds. The chassis remains solid, working more and more precision springs and dampers and spontaneous. Suspension is not too stiff. The car is more comfortable and more stable control.

Elevator System
At the front wheels, shock absorbers are equipped with a system of "elevator" that allows hydraulic front of the car is raised 40 mm at the push of a button. In this way, drivers no longer have to cross-complicated when a bump or bumps.

Another new technology is the material used for the chassis components such as aluminum and carbon fiber to reduce weight. The whole suspension system, including upper and lower control arm, wheel and lever relay holder, made from a mixture of aluminum castings.

To control the speed, use 400 mm diameter brake discs and six-cylinder calipers. Parking brake is also easy to operate, simply by pressing a button. Precisely using electricity.

Steering wheel is equipped with three servotronic for driving conditions the driver can choose, on the racetrack or the highway. Next Lambo will install 19-inch wheels wrapped in 255/35 tires in front, while the 20-inch rear wheels with 335/30 tires.

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Chevrolet Camaro Convertible Ready for Launch

2011-02-04T11:26:00.000-08:00

Auto Trend - This year the American manufacturer is celebrating its production to market the Chevrolet Camaro Covertible products that have been assembled, Oshawa, Canada.

The plan, Chevrolet will begin selling the Chevrolet Camaro Covertible in the U.S. in February 2011.

Chevrolet Covertible Camaro will be available with two options, namely the entry price of $ 30,000 1LT and 2LT worth 33500 USD.

Camaro Convertible supported by V6 engine 3600 cc capacity with injection system that can produce 312hp and torque of 370 Nm. The machine was then fitted with six-speed manual transmission. But also provided a six-speed automatic transmission.

In addition there are other options for those who want a bigger engine power of each type, with an additional price of $ 37,500 for 1 LT and 2LT worth 40,500 U.S..

With these prices, buyers will get a capacity of 6200 cc V8 engine, capable of producing power at 400HP and 410 lb-ft of torque.

For ease when parking, the Camaro Convertible is equipped with a rear camera.
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VW Golf New "Eyes"

2011-02-04T00:45:00.000-08:00

Auto Trend - Embedding LED lights proved to make the car more elegant. Volkswagen (VW) was thinking the same thing when they plan to install LED lights on the latest generation Golf.

The plan deserves positive diapreasi. Understandably, many fans disappointed because VW Golf car produced last year that just does not match expectations.

VW hopes the use of LED lights will answer these disappointments. Mentioned sixth generation VW Golf will be equipped with LED lights on the front and rear.

Only models with the latest features will not be easily owned. Volkswagen Golf with a LED is only an option only. Consumers can have long wanted to add a price of USD1,750. With the money for that prospective buyers will have the full Volkswagen Golf LED with Bi-Xenon lights.

While autoevolution said VW will also prepare a new form of the VW Golf VW Golf Cabrio. This car is a project planned next year in addition to VW Mark VI, Beetle Cabrio, Karmann Ghia and Scirocco.

"Golf Cabrio will be the latest amazing car. One cabrio form that has not existed before," said VW's top brass.

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Honda Launch CB400 Super Bol d'Or SE and Super Four SE

2011-02-03T23:27:00.000-08:00

Auto Trend - Manufacturers of motor that would never stop innovating. Maybe that's worth saying to motorcycle manufacturer Honda.

Honda launched two new variant of CB400 Super Bol d'Or CB400 Super Four SE and SE.

Although CB400 Super Bol d'Or with SE and SE CB400 Super Four Honda's much-awaited lover, but Japanese manufacturers are only producing a limited of 500 units.

This time CB400 edition offers a more aggressive bike. See, with a touch of gold color on the front and rear wheels, and silver colors on the brake.

In addition to offering luxury CB400, CB400 wrapped with white color and were given red and blue lines to be more visible and add a sporty life. Do not miss CB400 fixed given element chrome for motorcycles distinctiveness.
Powertrain on CB400 remain unchanged, because in order to stay on the bike a sporty character.

Machines offered CB400 reach 53hp at 10,500 rpm and torque of 38 Nm at 9500 rpm using the engine to use water-cooled 399cc NC42 and equipped with electronic injection.

CB400 fuel consumption reached 3.23 l/100km (72.8 U.S. mpg) with a full tank capacity will reach about 18 liters (4.75 gallons), weighs 194 kg / 428 lbs (Super Four SE - dry weight) and 198kg / 437 lbs (Super Bol d'Or SE - dry weight).

CB400 Super Four SE in Japan is sold at 761,250 yen and CB400 Super Bol d'Or SE worth 834,750 yen.
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Bentley Launches Turbo V8 engine for Two Versions

2011-02-03T20:29:00.000-08:00

Auto Trend - Efforts to reduce emission levels, Bentley now trying to find ways to save fuel by using the new V8 turbo engine.

Bentley and Audi are now together will develop injection V8 engine with cylinder 4000cc to developments in the automotive world today and in the future.

Reporting from Worldcarfans, V8 engine with cylinder 4000cc
will soon be launched at the end of 2011.

Bentley turbo V8 engine that uses a cylinder 4000cc with direct-injection will further reduce CO2 emissions up to 40 percent in the Bentley Continental GT model. For a Bantley’s product, V8 will be launched with two versions.

According to Autocar, the first version will have a single turbocharger to produce 415 bhp (309 kW / 420 PS).

While the second version will use a twin-turbocharged to produce 555 bhp (413 kW / 563 PS). It is in adapted to lessen the fuel only 100 bhp / liter.

Meanwhile, according to Autocar, in 2011 Bentley Mulsanne car has to be ordered. Arnage successor luxury car is priced to 220,000 pounds, by using a twin-turbo V8, 6750 cc engine that produces 505 bhp (377 kW / 512 PS) and torque of 1020 Nm.
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Motor With the World's Largest Capacity

2011-01-28T18:16:00.000-08:00

Auto Trend - A Czech manufacturer FGR, succeeded in create a revolutionary motorcycle with 125cc MotoGP base.

FGR-made motor that uses the name Midalu 2500 V6, and claimed to be the motor with the largest capacity in the world.

With a total weight of 270 pounds, this bike include lightweight design because of the chassis, seat, and fuel tanks made of carbon fiber material.

This project received full support from the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Czech Republic.

No half-hearted, motorcycle Aspiring designers are invited to design a motorcycle that will be equipped with the V6 engine.

Midalu using 90-degree V6 engine, with a capacity of 2442cc, water cooled, and produces 240 horsepower, and torque over 200 Nm of torque.

Despite the large capacity, in fact quite efficient motors because only consume as much as 6-8 liters of fuel to travel 100 kilometers.

Currently, the FGR are conducting trials of this prototype V6 2500 while looking for potential buyers. When so produced, the plan will be available with a very limited number of units.

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Mitsubishi Triton Limited Edition

2011-01-28T13:23:00.000-08:00

Auto Trend - Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia recently introduced a limited edition of Triton Bold Edition. Double cabin pickup is only provided as many as 300 units.

Carrying the 2,500 cc engine with automatic transmission, some changes are provided specifically for the Mitsubishi Triton Bold Edition.

Among them custom leather seats, audio system 2DIN touch screen with built-in GPS navigation and rear parking camera, automatic climate control, 17-inch alloy rims, anti-slip side steps, sports bar, rear step bumper in chrome, and front bumper guard .

Triton Bold Edition also adopt some standard safety devices such as dual airbags, ABS with EBD, hybrid LSD, fog lamp, multi-mode information display center, and also leather-wrapped steering wheel.

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia only offers a choice of black and white color with 3-year warranty
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Ducati Show Off New Monster EVO 1100 in IMS New York

2011-01-23T11:38:00.000-08:00

Auto Trend - Again, Ducati will launch the newest product, Ducati Monster EVO 1100. As the first model in early 2012.

As an early step, Ducati will showcase its newest products at the International Motor Show (IMS), New York, which will in lakasanakan January 21 to 23 2011.

This time, the Ducati monster will sell the best model. Ducati Monster EVO 1100 will be equipped with Desmodue Evoluzione engines that produce 100 horsepower.

The Monster EVO 1100 used the machine to remain stable, because it uses better cooling. Compared with previous products 1100 cc twin-cylinder water-cooled L-Desmodromic, this unit has a high torque rotation.

As the quotation autoevolution on Wednesday (01/19/2011) Ducati Monster EVO 1100 also marked the arrival of new technology "Ducati Safety Pack", a simple combination of traction control and ABS brakes are designed to help the rider safety.

The Monster EVO 1100 with the latest features of the APTC wet clutch that ensures a smooth operating and can live longer.

In addition, the self-servo mechanism to make Monster more progressive and practical when used in jams.

Monster EVO 1100 is scheduled to be marketed next summer, amounting to $ 11,995
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IMS NY 2011 Launch CanAm Spyder Roadster Plug-in Hybrid

2011-01-22T03:03:00.000-08:00

Auto Trend - CanAm Spyder Roadster with hybrid concept, which produced by Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) choose for tops time exhibited 21 to 23 January, 2011 at the International Motorcycle Show (IMS), Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York.

CanAm Spyder Roadster is a three-wheeled vehicles, with two wheels in front and one behind,

Motor tricycle developed by BRP will show off their newest products with the system plug-in hybrid engine for Can-Am Spyder roadster.

Advanced Technology Center BRP develop plug-in hybrid engines work together Sherbrooke University with the assistance of the Government of Canada funding for the problem of automotive technology program.

CanAm Spyder Roadster with plug-in hybrid engine using cylinder 600 cc that is connected with an electric motor 20 kW. CanAm Spyder Roadster is using lithium-ion battery and Rotax Advanced so that the combustion in the engine will remain efficient.

The sophistication of the plug-in hybrid technology is expected to travel a distance of 600 km, which is where 32 km of them taken without turning the gasoline engine.

more than 50% of fuel Plug-in hybrid is very efficient, so the CanAm Spyder Roadster can reduce CO2 emissions when driving up to 375 miles.

Despite using three-wheeled, on the street CanAm Spyder Roadster still looks elegant but sporty.

For four years, BRP's Advanced Technology Center will continue to produce three generations of prototypes for mass transportation. Although mass transport BRP products will continue to demonstrate performance, reliability, and product durability while the streets.
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Mitsubishi Will Stop Eclipse Production

2011-01-21T20:40:00.000-08:00

Auto Trend - Japanese car manufacturer, Mitsubishi is rumored to be stopped three flagship products, namely Eclipse, Endeavor, and Gallant.
Mitsubishi president, Osamu Masuko, explaining termination is part of the medium-term business plan for Mitsubishi in 2013.

"We'll replace it with a more efficient car," said Osamu. Also, the reason for cessation of production of three products for reasons none other than the sale of all three are running quite slow in America.

As reported by Insideline, new Mitsubishi will effectively eliminate all three products are all over dealers in the United States in 2013.

Mitsubishi will replace it with a global vehicle that is currently being built a prototype and is planned to be built in Illinois plant.

According to Mr. Masuko, this change will not affect sales of Mitsubishi cars in the U.S.. In fact, he predicts that sales and production quantities will be increased.

But Masuko not want to reveal sales targets. "Our sales in North America will increase, " Masuko said. "We're still going to sell a car brought in from Japan, and we also will add a global small car. " he continued.

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Can-Am Spyder Roadster 2011 Released

2010-09-20T21:24:00.000-07:00

Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) released a line-up Spyder 2011 Can-Am. BRP offers a new model and revise the features that sold at this time.

First, it offers a new model Roadster BRP Can-Am Spyder RT Limited. This type of GPS equipped, semi-rigid travel bag, travel cover and the Pearl White color.

Top-of-the-line RS-S Spyder Roadster is offered with a mix of sport two new colors (Orange and Pure Magnesium Alloy) and black in some parts (wheels, fenders and aluminum components of carbon-black). Some Can-Am Spyder RS and Spyder RT offer new colors.

While RT-S Spyder imbued some elements such as premium audio system and adjust-on-the-fly rear air suspension (air suspension can be adjusted when running).

"When you drive a Spyder model of anything, you will feel the pleasure. The design creates a lot of fans around the world, "said Chris Dawson, Vice President & General Manager BRP International division. All models will enter showrooms in November 2010.

About Yamaha Byson Features

2010-08-31T19:04:00.000-07:00

Let’s uncover the features Yamaha Byson, anything new?

First, about design. Virtually Byson affairs this one is unrivaled. Muscular body looks from the width of a typical tank design such as touring motor sport. Practically, this tank can be overhauled the need for replacement if bikers want a touch of paint modification.

Handlebar shape is also different than the factory output of motor sport in general. Yamaha uses a longer handlebar. Most models such as the handlebar is the creation of bikers on a ride-style modification touring. The effect would be more manly appearance, and handling in everyday use is also more comfortable. However, the use of wide handlebars may even bring negative impact when the biker crowd was forced to swerve in the road.

Moved slightly towards the front, the shape of the face comes through the headlamp Byson similar asymmetrical V-ixion latest generation. Not round, but also does not square. Quite fit with the character of urban motor sport. Uniquely, the location of the license plate on the top of the headlamp is not at the bottom as in general, motorcycle in Indonesia.

Still on the front, Yamaha has also used a diameter of 41 mm telescopic fork that is claimed to be the largest in its class. Parts of the legs are also quite solid with the placement of the tire size 100/80-R17 tubeless types.

Information about motor also displayed clearly on the indicator panel LCD digital models. Speedometer, tachometer, fuel meter, engine indicators, and the gear indicator and the indicator lamp clearly displayed both day and night.

Turn again to the middle of the motor; Yamaha designed the seat with the model of stacking between the riders with a passenger. When the driver's seat is comfortable enough to accommodate the buttocks, but when trying sat so passengers, then felt a little sick.

Just below the tank, Byson allowed to appear "naked" for the sake of showing the engine 153 cc 4-stroke water-cooled SOHC hers. Yamaha also claims Byson machine equipped with a special spark plug cooling system parts Yamaha mixing. The goal remains the spark plug in order to work optimally, and this technology does not exist in other motors.

The majority of V-ixion also adopted machinery sector though still not using fuel injection mechanism. With this type of wet clutch 5-speed, reliable gear changes also took place between smooth and responsive urban characters in motor sport.

Moving into the stern, quite unique stop lamp made different from the many outstanding motor sport in Indonesia. Location of brake light is located to the spakbor not embedded in the back of the body, or rather close to the rear number plate. His character is futuristic, but for those who are unfamiliar with this view will be considered a bit odd.

However when viewing the rear tire, probably all agree Byson go back one step above any other motor sport. Not excessive, considering the Yamaha dare cram a round rubber type size 120/80-R17 tubeless rims with a width of 3.5.

This section should be the pride of Byson than motor sport competitors. For bikers though no longer need to up-grade the rear tires in order to appear more manly and able to tread the asphalt more qualified. However, Yamaha is still satisfied with the use of brake type drum to the rear tire. According to Yamaha motor sport 70 percent of consumers use the front brake than the rear brake, so it does not seem too significant to use the rear brake discs.

Great body, muscular legs, and the 153 cc engine, being a Yamaha Byson’s capital to try to maintain a sports motorcycle segment manufacturer's tuning fork symbol.

Koenigsegg Challenge Bugatti Veyron

2010-08-29T15:53:00.000-07:00

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport currently holds Car World speed record. Not to be outdone, the Koenigsegg supercar Agera secretly going after the record-breaking.

Not too faded charm, when the VW test track Ehra-Lessian finally delivers Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport to the title of the Guinness Book of Records. That's because Turbocharger engine 1200 hp maximum power and torque of 1500 Nm ante managed to push the car up at a speed of 431 km per hour.

Knowing the note, Christian Von Koenigsegg says ready to provide support to help realize the speed record-breaking car in the world.

His first step, Koenigsegg have to do the enumeration data speed world record at the Bugatti, to be applied in the most perfect machine Koenigsegg held today, Agera. Koenigsegg Agera is their latest supercar, which was introduced this year when the mat Geneva Motor Show, which has a body weight of 1290 kg.

Koenigsegg Agera was armed only with a capacity of 4.7 liter V8 engine, capable of producing power to reach 898 hp and 1100 Nm of torque ante. Maximum speed reached 390 km per hour are also still far from the Bugatti Veyron, but just a little touch of modification, remain optimistic Koenigsegg can solve the world speed record. And if Bugatti does not take the threat from Koenigsegg seriously, a US-based supercar Shelby also was treating myself to break the record at the same rate.

Buggati record that makes a scene that did make another supercar manufacturers envy. Koenigsegg addition, the SSC Ultimate Aero was trying to regain his crown captured Bugatti.

Inter Car Communication Technology Will Be Trends

2010-08-28T10:34:00.000-07:00

TECHNOLOGY inter car communications will become a trend in an effort to improve vehicle safety from potential conflicts. But not just the technology, its use also requires government approval for the related use of the wave.

Currently many manufacturers to develop even introduce their inter car communication features. Just mentions Ford, Nissan, Volkswagen, BMW and Volvo, including General Motors will introduce the second generation of the same technology.

In cooperation with the Car 2 Car Communication Consortium (C2C-CC), GM is demonstrating for the first time inter car communication system or "vehicle to-X". This tool works in accordance with the type of car used.

The system works to give warning to the driver if there is a potential collision with another car. At a certain distance, both cars will share information about the position and velocity through the sensor. This system also can provide information to the driver if there was another car stopped at a position that is not visible, like corners or bend and can lead to conflict.

This technology is equipped with a microprocessor, GPS receivers, and wireless LAN modules. With these tools, the car can communicate within a radius of less than 100 meters distance. The result of communication or warning, delivered through voice or display on the dashboard.

Ford recently introduced a technology called Smart Technology intersection. This system also utilizes GPS and wireless communication to connect with traffic lights and road markings. Nissan and Volvo also announced the use of the same technology in the near future.

If this system has been realized in the car, it is not impossible if done in the future development. So the driver no longer needs to manually direct the car to a goal to be achieved. Live setup, the car will drive itself automatically.

Finally, The Chevrolet Orlando Shows

2010-08-27T07:22:00.000-07:00

Two weeks ago, the figure of the latest products caught Chevrolet Orlando already had a camera in China. Now, the party would ensure that General Motors launched a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) is offering seven-passenger car at an international exhibition in Paris, the end of September 2011. Orlando final shape virtually identical to the shoot spy captured the local media in the Country of the Bamboo Curtain.

If you look at the exterior design of Orlando, carrying the same DNA with the previous Chevrolet products, such as Captiva, Cruze, and Spark, which was launched earlier. GM-party state, this unit is developed from the family car concept that combines seven-seat practicality, interior flexibility, and crossover design.

Orlando produced using Cruze sedan platform. Manufacturers will offer three engine choices, each with a capacity of 1.8 liters of gasoline and two 2.0-liter diesel types. Differences in power output, i.e. 141 dk, dk 131, and 163 dk.

In Continental Blue, this unit would be the key to the router Chevrolet sales. Wayne Brannon, President Director of Chevrolet Europe, said, "We believe the presence of Orlando not only offers value for money (value for money) more in the MPV segment, but also something fresh. The product is able to increase unit sales in Europe," added Wayne said in a statement Kompas.com received official today.

Like the seven-passenger car, Orlando has three rows of theater-style seats. Apply the concept of interior design hallmark dual cockpit with ambiance bluish light in the main console. The position of the seat can be folded in several configurations to create a larger trunk space. Various storage points, like the needs of a family car, also equip this car.

In Europe, full production will begin in October and sales will begin early next year. The plan, Orlando also becomes a global product that is marketed to the parts of the country in the world.

Coupe vs Sedan - What's the difference?

2010-08-26T19:37:00.000-07:00

What is the difference between the coupe and sedan? For most people the answer is simple: 4-door sedan and coupe 2. After all this, like all car manufacturers have been identified in recent years. Thus, the answer is so simple? No, not really. Like most things automotive, there is unnecessary confusion has been filed, until recently, because some car manufacturers are trying to differentiate their cars are called 4-door coupe, along with other, seemingly contradictory name.
But the term "4-door coupe," although it may be stupid, in fact, a legitimate claim. is "2-door sedan, no matter how much you otherwise I would not. Thus, to be used in the world, 2-door coupe and 4-door sedan, in which a strange fit these descriptions, and as a means?

What is coupe?
Coupe, usually seen as a closed body, 2-door car, often in the sporting character. Coupe, usually two or four seats in the 2 +2 seating configuration, so that it gives only two seats in the rear (unlike the standard 3) and the place is less than the national average. For your convenience, to sit in the back of type 2 +2 seats, you have a small child or an adult who, as it turned out, no feet.
Technically, coupe, like the hard disk less than 33 cubic meters of rear interior volume is defined. Typically, cars with less than 33 cubic meters of rear interior volume has only two doors, so the usual practice of combining the two doors to the term "coupe". Nevertheless, there are many cars that only two doors, but more than 33 cubic meters in the back. These machines, while the coupe can be called the manufacturer, technically two-door limousines. Examples of 2-door sedan, Ferrari 612 Scaglietti, Mercedes CL-Class, Chevy Monte Carlo, and surprisingly, the Mazda RX-8 (though it is a little different story.)

What is Sedan?
We usually combined with large sedans, 4-door, the roof is closed cozy space, machines can accommodate 4 or 5 good way to see the sedan is a fixed B-pillar between the front and rear windows.

Alternatively, coupe, sedan technically a closed car with a roof to determine the greater or equal to 33 cubic feet of rear interior volume. It makes me wonder if the recent self-determination "4-door coupe, in fact, by definition coupe. This Lamborghini Estoque, Aston Martin Rapide and Porsche Panamera includes embarrassing. I have a problem with understanding for the end of the 4-door coupe. If you have a small internal volume of the back, which is an advantage of four doors? If you have a sports car, which has two seats behind, as well, and get a 2-door coupe with 2 +2 configuration. If you have a family transporter, get a sports sedan.

Okay, so we know the difference between technical coupe and sedan. What now? I still have a taxi 2 door coupe, and a car, 4-door sedan. "There is no need for this confusing technical differences. We should ignore the marketing BS is used. Although the term" 4-door coupe "is technically correct, it is stupid.

Danger! Three Million Grand Cherokee Vulnerable Burned

2010-08-26T12:28:00.000-07:00

Consumers in the United States requested the Organization to the Institute of Road Traffic Safety America (NHTSA) to examine the inside of the fuel tank of the Jeep Grand Cherokee. It is estimated that the number reached 3 million units and institutions are already conducting the investigation, on the next Tuesday could be announced soon.

According to the New York Times NHTSA will conduct investigations into the Jeep products are for the years 1993 and 2004 production. Match report from consumer associations, the fuel tank is very vulnerable to a fire if hit from behind.

Motor Vehicle Fire Research Institute in Charlottesville claiming that bolt rear stabilizer bar is just one inch from the tank. It is possible to penetrate the tank when beaten from behind and cause a fire.

In view of that institution, this is more of a serious problem. His responsibilities also come into question because of the 44 incidents, 64 people lost their lives. While Chrysler's own party has not made a statement.

"Chrysler Group cooperated fully with NHTSA to investigate the production of the Jeep Grand Cherokee 1993-2004. It is important to note, if this is still under investigation, not a recall," said Michael Palese, a spokesman for the company Chrysler to New York Times.

He added that the Grand Cherokee 1993-2004 meets or exceeds all applicable safety and has an excellent record.

World's Lightest SuperMoto

2010-08-25T11:08:00.000-07:00

Bikers worldwide now apparently love motor Trend SuperMoto models. Various innovations were being developed.

Recently, New NCR Leggera 1200 Special mention is that there SuperMoto lightest planet in the universe. Thus was launched from Motorcyclenews.

Leggera 1200 also considered the lowest series is lighter than the Ducati because it only weighs 57 kg. Motor weight reduction is due to the use of titanium materials on all of frames.

Taken from the base of the previous generation that is Leggera 1100, SuperMoto also been using the front brake of ceramic carbon materials and carbon fiber body. Consequently, in addition to the weight of a shrinking, the motor speed is also an increase of 20 bhp.

Increase power also is not merely a result of using lightweight materials, but also the implementation of larger cylinders, valves of titanium materials, as well as the engine cover of magnesium materials.

There was also too short exhaust GP-style also contribute power output is now able to reach 110.2 bhp.

This bike feels really expensive, but with the weights they had, maybe the sensation of driving a 1200 Leggera can be very special.

Nissan Murano Convertible Arrive on America

2010-08-25T10:53:00.000-07:00

Principal Japanese Nissan Murano Convertible is preparing for the North American market. This plan has actually been leaked a few years ago. In fact, his sketches are on the table image of Nissan. This affair was leaked by a Nissan dealership with great caution, but reported by Autoweek.

According to a reliable source of these dealers, Nissan Murano that was displayed in an event in Las Vegas. He said these vehicles would roam next year in the form of two doors.

However, when produced in a matter of Murano is still confusing. If the principals themselves, Murano will not be mass-produced in the near future.

However, according to Nissan North America Vice President Brian Carolin, the appearance of Murano with retractable roof cover, "Look what we did." Though he acknowledges, Murano is not going to be special sales volume. "The courage we brought the car out like this will certainly surprise many people," he said.

According to limited information, Murano will use the traditional soft top. Indeed, in terms of appearance look less good, but cheaper.

Problem machines, Murano said configuration equipped with a 3.5 L V6 that has 265 PS maximum powers. Equipped with a CVT transmission for both the motion and the motion of the front wheel of all wheels (all wheel drive).

Wow, There's Road Layered Swarovski Crystal

2010-08-16T05:58:00.000-07:00

You certainly understand correctly with Swarovski crystals. These crystals will always attract people who are often used as jewelry sparkle womanhood.

For many years, Swarovski crystals appear in almost every fashion stores of the world through various types of products. Ranging from jewelry, clothing, bags, accessories and even penetrated to the vehicle.

However, Bulgaria is now providing another option. The crystals were used as the dividing line the street in Bulgaria Sozopol and Primorsko by the Road Safety Association (RSA) of Bulgaria.

"The reason for using this crystal clear in terms of security, not to make the street look bling-bling," wrote Autoevolution, Wednesday (08/11/2010).

RSA Bulgaria has approved the use of Swarovski crystals for USD30.000. These crystals will be mixed with paint markings will be used as a roadblock to look bright even in conditions of heavy rain or foggy weather.

For some field road that veered sharply, then the RSA Bulgaria using crystals with larger size for better visibility for passing motorists.

When this solution proved to be an effective way to reduce the number of accidents, the Bulgarians could become a new trendsetter in the world's highways.

Select and Care Car Vacuum Cleaner

2010-08-16T02:28:00.000-07:00

Cars can be used as a second home for those who possess it. Functions are concurrent. No longer merely as a means of transportation, but also holds the offices, archives, and walking closet.

More and more things taken away, excrement was more and more perching. If you want to be cleaned and have the salon car, not a minute clears time-consuming.

If you do not already have the tools, here are tips on select and maintain a vacuum cleaner.

Type
Many of today, select the latest series because it usually has to apply new technologies so that risk of damage is smaller.
This is the brand of choice:
1. Dorakyura: No disposable cables, suction and has two tongues can reach the seat cracks.

2. 12V DC Coido: Easy to carry, but the current extension cord is too short.

3. Air Compressor 12V Krisbow: dual function, in addition to sucking debut, also can be used for pumping the tires

4. Nilfisk Power Allergy: Artificial Danish, equipped motor, low noise, and HEPA filters.

5. Nilfisk Coupe: The dimensions are smaller and lighter than 3 kg. Loudness of 78 dB, 7 dB louder than Allergy.

6. Nilfisk Aero 20: Able to dry and wet vacuuming. Capable of aspirated air flow 3600 l / min. His voice was 67 dB. Yclonic system

In addition to the above types of cyclonic action vacuum cleaner could be a consideration. In addition to the long lifetime because the motor is not easily blocked, can also separate the small and large dust.

Treatment
Perform regular maintenance vacuum cleaner, especially on the filters and dust container because the second part of this very vulnerable. To filter, clean with a toothbrush or small paintbrush, while the container is disposable cloth.

Save
Store in a safe place that is not affordable children. Do not be pressured by other goods.

The Car with 1610 km / hour Speed!

2010-08-15T23:56:00.000-07:00

Lovers of speed on land would be very happy to hear this news. Yesterday, a British mechanical team revealed a model car that can drive faster than 1,000 mph or 1610 km / hr.

Replica car is called Bloodhound Supersonic Car (SSC) along the 12.8-meter is the result of study findings for three years.

The model became a star on the Farnborough International Air Show this year. The team had also been announced that Hampson Industries aerospace factory will start making cars in the first quarter of 2011.

"The presence of Hampson Industries, a manufacturing project we have secured half of the car body. This marks a major step in this project, "said project director Richard Noble.

"Hampson Industries is the representative of the prosperity of the skills we have in the UK and underlines the importance of maintaining this expertise." Another agreement to make the front with another company is also soon to see the final point. "Now we're in route to produce this car as a whole," said Mark Chapman, the chief mechanic, told the BBC.

"We hope to bring these vehicles into the streets in the UK in late 2011 or early 2012." Assuming no major problems that arise from the tests on the streets, Bloodhound will be taken to a dry lake known as Hakskeen Pan, in the Northern Cape of South Africa, to begin testing the fastest record in the mainland.

To claim the record, the car should be better than time records obtained Thrust supersonic car earlier in the year 1997. The car was capable of a speed of 763 mph or 1228 km / hr. Bloodhound first test will be conducted in the year 2012.

However, the team believes, Bloodhound superior aerodynamic form, combined with the power of Falcon hybrid rocket and jet engine-EJ200 the Eurofighter Typhoon, will carry the blue and orange car that reached speeds of more than 1000 mph (1610 km / h).

Several engine tests have been done and the results are successful, the machine is fully capable of lifting power with a maximum of 90kN produce thrust without any problems. In total, Bloodhound produce 133 159 bhp. Strength equivalent to 180 Formula One car.

Three people who worked on the Thrust will also be invited in this Bloodhound project. They are Wing Car driver Andy Green, project director Richard Noble and Ron Ayres aerodynamics expert.

The trio are not only designed the Bloodhound as the record-breaking, but also as a project that hopefully will inspire children to want to study the STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Machinery and Mathematics). Bloodhound Education Program was announced at Farnborough. Meanwhile, about 1.5 million high school students currently use the curriculum resource materials based on supersonic car.

A replica of the car was on display in Farnborough Air show weekend ini.Jika actual vehicle weighs six tons, then the replica is made from polystyrene and fiber glass, it weighs 950 kg. The visitors also will have a chance to see an additional model aerodynamic design team that created Bloodhound car could be driven.

Before you reach that point, the car produces lift in the number of dangerous at high speeds on the model. However, by playing the position and form a key element of the rear of the car, the design team to find solutions that will set the shockwave that passes around and under the vehicle when it became supersonic. This effort was assisted by the project sponsor, Intel.

Company's computer chip capable of carrying large computer power to solve the problem of lift. "This is called a configuration of 10," said Chapman. "It's very stiff in the rear, the car was getting a track-in a very narrow section. Between November and March, we reduce the ability to lift 11 tons to 0 - the ability to lift at Mach 1.3. At this point, we had an aerodynamic shape that you can see the replica of that car. This car is very stable. "

The Most Expensive License Plate Number

2010-08-15T22:02:00.000-07:00

Bugatti Veyron is well known as the world's most expensive car. So what would happen if the car's license plate that is claimed to use the most expensive in universe.

Afzal Kahn, a businessman that living in England who has a super expensive cars with expensive license plate in the world.

Kahn is also the company behind the modification of Project Kahn bought a license plate that read F1 in the last year for use on a white curtain of his Bugatti Veyron.

In order to redeem only one license plate in the world, Kahn was willing to spend up to $ 721,743. Imagine how much the total price of cars belonging to Kahn.

Kahn even now is unable to estimate the price of the car. "You will not be able to assess what the price is right for this car. But if anyone is interested I could sell it," he said as quoted Motorauthority.

Kahn also thinks the Veyron's already not showing 'standard'. Therefore, these sports cars has power up to 400 km / hr. To accelerate from 0-100 km / h Veyron hers only takes less than 3 seconds.

Car Thief Idol: Cadillac Escalade

2010-08-15T10:47:00.000-07:00

Cadillac Escalade appears to be a favorite of thieves in America. This is evident from many insurance claims for loss of the vehicle according to the Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI).

"Escalade continues to shoot, starch HLDI theft top the list, followed by the Ford F-250, Infiniti G37, V8 version of the Dodge Charger and Chevrolet Corvette Z06," wrote Insideline.

HLDI is an affiliate of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, a subsidiary of U.S. insurance industry.

Their job is to measure the rate at which people make insurance claims for car theft, and perform calculations for the payment of claims.

The formula used is more complicated than that used by the FBI, the National Insurance Crime Bureau and other organizations that usually only measure the total number of stolen vehicles and tend to be biased towards models with high sales volumes such as the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry.

50 Worst Cars of All Time

2010-08-15T07:46:00.001-07:00

Predicate of the best cars possible is often preached. But what about the worst car? Recently, TIME magazine issued a list of 50 worst cars.

The worst car list compiled by a team of TIME magazine and automotive Pulitzer-winning critic, Dan Neil. The list is divided into several periods are: Period of 1899-1939, the Period of 1940-1959, the Period of 1960-1974, 1975-1989, and the period of 1990 until now.

First predicate car is given to the worst kind of Horsey Horseless 1899. In the period 1990-present, the discovery of the worst car was found last time strapped Chevy SSR 2004. Many things judged by these critics. Among others in the design, safety factors, even down to the features it provides.

This is a list of 50 worst cars of all time:
Period 1899-1939:
- 1899 Horsey Horseless
- 1909 Ford Model T
- 1911 Overland OctoAuto
- 1913 Scripps-Booth Bi-Autogo
- 1920 Briggs and Stratton Flyer
- 1933 Fuller Dymaxion
- 1934 Chrysler / Desoto Airflow
Period 1940-1959
- 1949 Crosley hotshot
- 1956 Renault Dauphine
- 1957 King Midget Model III
- 1957 Waterman Aerobile
- 1958 Ford Edsel
- 1958 Lotus Elite
- 1958 MGA Twin Cam
- 1958 Zunndapp Janus
Period 1960-1974
- 1961 Amphicar
- 1961 Corvair
- 1966 Peel Trident
- 1970 AMC Gremlin
- 1970 Triumph Stag
- 1971 Chrysler Imperial LeBaron Two-Door Hardtop
- 1971 Ford Pinto
- 1974 Jaguar XK-E V12 Series III
Period 1975-1989
- 1975 Bricklin SV1
- 1975 Morgan Plus 8 Propane
- 1975 Triumph TR7
- 1975 Trabant
- 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
- 1976 Chevy Chevette
- 1978 AMC Pacer
- 1980 Corvette 305 "California"
- 1980 Ferrari Mondial 8
- 1981 Cadillac Fleetwood V-8-6-4
- 1981 De Lorean DMC-12
- 1982 Cadillac Cimarron
- 1982 Camaro Iron Duke
- 1984 Maserati Biturbo
- 1985 Mosler Consulier GTP
- 1985 Yugo GV
- 1986 Lamborghini LM002
Period 1990-Present
- 1995 Ford Explorer
- 1997 GM EV1
- 1997 Plymouth Prowler
- 1998 Fiat Multipla
- 2000 Ford Excursion
- 2001 Jaguar X-Type
- 2001 Pontiac Aztec
- 2002 BMW 7-series
- 2003 Hummer H2
- 2004 Chevy SSR

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Fiat Distribute Car for Aston Villa Football Players

2010-08-14T22:41:00.000-07:00

Fiat division in England has just announced to distribute a lot of the fleet to its Premier League soccer player at Aston Villa Football Club.

This step is in line with the mutual agreement between the football club with Fiat Professional Fiat cars and commercial vehicles.

"Aston Villa are key partners in MyFiat card we had just launched," said Finance and Business Development Director UK & Ireland FGA, Paolo Lo Monaco, as quoted from Autoevolution.

The cars are distributed among citycar Fiat 500, Fiat Punto Evo, New Fiat Doblo and Fiat Ducato.

Paolo says steps to boost this cooperation Fiat brand in the UK, especially among the thousands of fans of Aston Villa are also targeted as potential customers Fiat.

"We are very pleased with the partnership leading international brands such as Fiat. Not only partnership, our fans will also be providing special terms on the vehicles," added the chief executive of Aston Villa, Paul Faulkner.

Nissan Develops AC Contain Vitamin C

2010-08-14T21:33:00.000-07:00

Nissan will develop a system of air conditioning (AC) in the vehicle cabin is more healthy. Recently, Nissan will display a model of air conditioning systems that contain vitamin C.

Designed by Sharp, Plasmacluster ions used in the system to reduce bacteria in the air, eliminate odors, and deactivate the allergens in the air.

A study has reported that air conditioning helps keep your skin naturally. Section, contains moisturized. This system also uses sensors to detect other harmful odor from the outside and automatically through the ventilation system.

In addition, Nissan plans to install a speedometer that can improve the atmosphere in the car properly, and equipped with reminders of birthdays, or weddings when the driver forgets.

"We want drivers to feel that they are healthier to live in a car rather than outside," said an engineer at Nissan shows test drive outside of Tokyo.

Citroen Survolt, Concept Car Most Amazing Ever

2010-08-04T21:21:00.000-07:00

Citroen Survolt recently debuted at the Geneva Motor Show 2010th this is a fully electric prototype badboy.

This is what you get when the Bat mobile, my dreams and the blood of Chuck Norris and mix everything together undertake.

Have you seen a nicer car ... forever?

Mafia Boss Collection

2010-08-04T02:35:00.000-07:00

Alexander Surin, criminal drug also known as Don Car Leone. He had just caught at the weekend. Amazingly the Don is like the expensive and luxurious car. Starting the car reaches millions of dollars. Class not only owned the Ferrari, which was found by police in part below:

Bugatti Veyron (x2): $ 1,680,000 ($ 3,360,000)
Enzo Ferrari (x2): $ 613,000 ($ 1,226,000)
Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupé: $ 491,000
Rolls-Royce Phantom: $ 421.500
Ferrari 599 GTB: $ 318,000
Ferrari California: $ 220,000
Porsche 911 GT3: $ 125,000

Besides the car, he has a private jet to carry on business in Europe. The drug boss is ridiculous this ever appear on a car forum in April 2006. Using the name IceManBOPS. Basic bandits, the Bops boasted himself by displaying his picture with the cars and vehicles owned.

There's more of other findings, the police found 1.1 million dollars inside the vehicle.

Top 7 large trucks SUV in the world

2010-08-03T23:43:00.000-07:00

There are plenty of SUV-wagon, which you can find on the street. Many SUV comes with a standard size, but some of the production of trucks large SUV for his client. Large SUV for various purposes, and I can tell, the top 7 largest truck SUV in the world.

Seventh FORD F450
Specifications:
Engine: Power Turbo Diesel 6400 cc
Power: 350 HP
Power lift: 24500 LBS
Transmission type: 7-speed automatic 6-speed
FORD F450

Sixth GMC Topkick / Kodiak Chevrolet
Specifications:
Engine: 6600 cc Super Duramax Diesel

Power: 360 HP
Strength: 16000 LBS
Transmission: 6 speed stock Duramax
GMC Topkick / Kodiak Chevrolet

Fifth FORD F650 / F750
Specifications:
Engine: 7200 cc TURBOMAX CAT ACERT Engine
Power: 390 HP.
Capacity: 33000 LBS
Transmission: 7 speed manual MD
FORD F650 / F750

Fourth International CXT
Specifications:
Engine: I6 forces MAX TURBO 9300 cc DATA
Power: 400 HP (Horse Power)
Strength: 40000 kg
Transmission: Allison 5-speed automatic
INTERNATIONAL CXT

Third International RXT
Specifications:
Engine: V8 turbo diesel T. 3600 cc
Capacity: 400 HP
Group: 30000 LBS
Transmission: 5-speed automatic Allison
INTERNATIONAL RXT

Second International MXT
Specifications:
Engine: V8 365 turbo diesel, VT
Capacity: 350 K.
Strength: 15,500 LBS
Gearbox: manual 5-speed Allison Automatic
International MXT

First FREIGHTLINER P2/P2XL
Specifications:
Engine: Detroit MBE 4000, SS 12 800 I6
Power: 500 K.
Strength: 80000 kg
Transferable: 5-speed Allison automatic CONCEPT

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Audi Launches Serious Competitor Mercedes Benz CLS, Audi A7

2010-08-03T21:58:00.000-07:00

Audi re-create the buzz. As reported by automotivenews.com, The German manufacturer Audi A7 luxury sedan launched in Munich, Germany. In the early stages, most brand new generation of Audi's sedan range will be marketed in Germany by the end of this year.

Audi A7 is claimed will be the strongest competitors from Mercedes-Benz CLS, Jaguar XF, as well as the BMW Gran Turismo. However, unlike the BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo, A7 did not have a raised roofline, it was intended to add space for passengers.

Meanwhile, leftlanenews.com call, Audi A7 Sportback is reality between five doors car functions with the form of a coupe. Thus was born a handsome sedan, sporty luxury at the same time.

Audi A7 concept first introduced at the Detroit Motor Show 2009 mat. The car that has length of 4.95 meters, 1.93 m width, and height of 1.40 m. has only a 0.30 drag coefficient.

Audi equips A7, 3,000 cc six-cylinder engine, TDI. The machine is capable of spraying up to 225 horsepower power and torque is 550 Newton meters. However, Audi is also producing the type of engine 2800 cc six-cylinder TDI-powered 201 horsepower.

It uses monoqoque A7 structure, while the aluminum material used in various sectors. As a result, Audi A7 weight is only 1.8 tons.

Because of lightweight and excellent engine performance is supported, this sedan can accelerate from a stop (0 miles per hour / kpj) to the speed of 100 kpj within seven seconds. Fuel consumption also spelled economical, one liter for 17 kilometers distance.

Not only that. Sedans produced at the factory Audi Neckarsulm it has low exhaust emissions are 156 grams per kilometer.

Peugeot-Citroen Use Ultracapacitor for Stop-Start

2010-07-31T11:55:00.000-07:00

Stop-start system is more widely used by car manufacturers on their latest products lately. In fact, two-wheeled vehicles also began to follow-up. For example, Honda PCX. But, using different designations (idling stop).

Nevertheless, the diesel engine, the system is not very much utilized. Parties, to restart (turn back) machine, it takes more power than gasoline. This could cause the battery is overdrawn. Or, if you want to use large-capacity battery, will add weight.

"E-booster"
Car manufacturers, which states have succeeded in using the stop-start on diesel engines is the PSA Peugeot Citroën of France. They use ultracapacitor to store electrical energy, which helps the battery start the engine while shorthanded. Therefore, by the PSA system called e-booster.

In addition to its main task as a stop-start system is activated, when a car slid on a jammed city streets or a lot of red lights, e-booster can also help turn on the engine when cold (early morning).

In stop-start system-PSA diesel engine called the e-HDi-motor is used which also functions as a starter alternator (integrated starter and alternator). Valeo starter-alternator that generates artificial 2.2 kW. Equipped with electronic power system (inverter).

Explained, the PSA will use the i-phase feature in the first-in 1.4-liter diesel engine and 1.6 liters. Machines are also improved, among other turbocharger lubrication system, increasing the pressure injection pump, crankshaft bearings, flywheel and strengthened with two weights.

There's also the alternator voltage control that produces regenerative charging to the battery when the driver lifted his foot from the accelerator pedal (deceleration). PSA ultracapacitor used this capability Farad/5V 600 works, which derive energy from the car electrical system.

Actually, the e-booster also functions as a support of the electrical system. By using this system, for the 2.0-liter diesel engine, no need to use a 100 Ah battery and of course will reduce the weight of the vehicle. In fact, can also be used to drive the power steering when the engine died.

Fuel Pump Damage, 5000 Units Jaguar XK and XF Withdrawn

2010-07-31T00:50:00.000-07:00

Automotive product recalls now as has become fashionable in North America. Once in the week are listed BMW 5 Series 5 and Series Grand Turismo, Nissan Cube and interesting crossover Subaru Outback and Legacy sedans, Jaguar is now interesting news came Jaguar XK and 5000 units of XF.

The reason for both types of withdrawal was problematic on rotaks or gas station that works electrically. As a result, the engine died when the car suddenly drive, thus potentially causing an accident.

As reported by autoevolution.com, Tuesday (27/7), the National Institute of Highway Safety United States (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA) calls the two products was drawn in 2010 and 2011 models.

"The system input on electric fuel pump was installed with is not perfect. So that the supply of fuel to the engine does not happen, the supply of gasoline engines followed choked to death. This problem could potentially cause an accident, "said NHTSA.

British manufacturers were rumored to have announced that the withdrawal plans. This luxury car maker also said starting on August 30 fix.

Porsche 911 with Flywheel Generator

2010-07-30T11:41:00.000-07:00

Porsche, SupersPort luxury car specialist, is currently aggressively developing hybrid cars. At the Geneva Motor Show early last month, Porsche introduced a three-car hybrids directly, i.e. 911 GT3 R (dragster), Spyder 918 concept car and SUV Cayenne S. Great, all three apply different concepts.

Two Motor
From these models, the most interesting is the 911 GT3 R. Configuration and components used, the difference compared to conventional hybrids. In this case, to store energy recovered from braking, do not use batteries, but the generator flywheel, which is placed, in the cockpit, next to the driver.

The greatness of this generator, capable of storing energy in the high density and can also remove it quickly. The ability to store energy generators, 120 kW (160 PS). Remarkably again, the charging energy of it only lasts 6-8 seconds.

Flywheel generators of electrical energy, when used, were sent to two electric motors mounted on the front wheels. Setup motor is also capable of generating power 60 kW (80PS). Power electric motor is used only in addition, to help work the main drivers, namely 6-cylinder gasoline engine, boxer, 4.0-liter, 480 PS mounted on the rear.

Flywheel generator technology is actually similar to the Kinetic Energy Recover Systems (KERS), which used F1 cars (this year may not be used). Porsche get this technology from Williams Hybrid Power.

40 000 rpm
Flywheel generator is an electric motor with a rotor that can spin to 40,000 rpm, the mechanical energy as an energy saving cycle. When the car braked, kinetic energy is converted electric motor on the front axle into electric energy. It can happen, because the motor to change tasks, from the electric motor becomes a generator. Furthermore, electrical energy is transmitted and stored in the flywheel generator.

The energy stored in the flywheel generator can be used anytime. But most often is when accelerated after cornering or precedes another car. Motorists can also do overrider manually, control the flywheel generators work by pressing the boost button on the steering wheel. Electrical energy from the flywheel generator directly sent to the electric motor on the front axle. When energy is taken, the generator slows down the electromagnetic flywheel.

Because energy is obtained without increasing engine speed, fuel consumption so thrifty. The amount of fuel carried may be reduced. Pitstop is much less frequency. Proof of this new technology gains made Porsche at 24-hour endurance race, in Nüburgring on 15 and May 16 next to the driver, Nico Hülkenberg, F1 driver from AT & T Williams team.

Apparently, racing cars can also be economical and environmentally friendly!

This is the 10 World's Most Expensive Cars

2010-07-30T04:27:00.000-07:00

Just curious what kind of car that entered the top 10 most expensive cars in the world. Under this order the most expensive car in the world:

1. Koenigsegg Trevita - $ 2.21 million

Full Carbon type Trevita CCR, hydrolic lifter system, and custom ceramic disc breake navigation system

2. Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport $ 2 million / $ 1.67 million coupe version

Key features 2.7-inch LCD with a mirror, the fastest car in the world roasters class

3. Cinque Pagani Zonda Roadster - $ 1.8 million
There are only 5 units available, and go on sale. From carbon titanium chassis, engine power 678 HP Mercedes AMG V12, only 3.4 seconds to reach 100km/jam, top speed of 217 mph, body carbon and suspensions using titanium and magnesium.

4th. Lamborghini Reventon Roadster - $ 1.56 million
Stealth aircraft are designed with a view, V12 650HP, top speed 340km/jam. It uses lightweight carbon fiber material.

5. Lamborghini Reventon - $ 1.42 million
Unclear whether the old version is still available Reventon. Only made 20 pieces only, using reams Black Alumunium, such as the type Roadster was inspired by a fighter plane.

6th. Maybach Landaulet $ 1.4 million
Made in Germany, the most expensive saloon car, 604 HP, top speed of 155 miles / h, 12 twin turbo

7. Koenigsegg CCXR - 1.3 million $
Sign in environmentally friendly cars, using biofuels, 3.1detik to 100km/jam, top speed of 250mph.

8. Koenigsegg CCX - $ 1.1 million
V8 engines have only 806 units, it takes 3.2 seconds to reach 100km/jam, top speed of 245 mph, tire carbon rims, 6 speed, and ceramic brakes

9. Leblanc Mirabeau - $ 765,000 million
Designed for endurance test car for 24 hours at Le Mans. But the road can be ridden legally highway. Engine 4.7-liter V8, 700 hp, 230 mi / h. Specially made pursuant to order buyers, including semi-automatic transmission system

10. SSC Ultimate Aero - $ 740.000 million
The latest model with a top speed of 270 mph, made from carbon spiler, has a temperature sensor and tire pressure remedy optimize driving conditions.

Want to See The Most Expensive Mercedes-Benz in the World?

2010-07-30T00:58:00.000-07:00

Japan was again experiencing a severe crisis, Global, but the name of innovation must go on. Well this time the Japanese exhibit which claimed Mercedes Benz most expensive in the world.

A car show in Japan showing the most luxurious Mercedes cars, 2 Mercedes-Benz SL600 coated with 300.000 Swarovski crystal stones, want to know the price?

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BMW S1000RR, Ready Blocking Japanese Motor Sport

2010-07-29T21:45:00.000-07:00

European motorcycle manufacturer, BMW, has just released the latest motor sport S1000RR. This motor is claimed to be kick off the world market for Japanese manufacturers dominate motor sport.

The competitor from Japan not only a matter of technology and capabilities, but also its price.

"BMW S1000RR not only compete with Japanese companies in terms of technology, also from the price side," said General Director of BMW Motorrad Hendrik von Kuenheim as quoted from Motorcyclenews.

In terms of appearance, the figure does look very convincing sporty. Full body fairing weighing 183 kg with a frame of aluminum, it feels solid when asked to maneuver well in the track circuit and highway.

Part of face, seemed to appear asymmetrical headlamp S1000RR typical European motors. Interestingly, no lights Sein was directly beside the main lights, but instead placed at the bottom, near the front tire. While at the stern, a row of LED lights is used as stoplamp. Overview indeed closer to the Japanese motorcycles production. But talking about performance, the BMW did not want to lose to Japan.

S1000RR DOHC engine equipped with a set of 1000 cc injection. With this pacemaker kitchen, motor capable of up to 193 drive hp (142 kW) at 13 000 rpm. While capable of penetrating on maximum torque 82.5 lb-ft (112 Nm) at 9750 rpm.

Any motor driven take it easy up to 200 km / hr. And more enjoy, on the control wheel, there are options that type of driving Rain, Sport, Race, and Slick. Everything is activated via a button, and motorcycle will maneuver according to the selected mode.

In addition, BMW also did not merely think of speed alone. S1000RR proven security devices have also been using Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). Even S1000RR claimed as SupersPort lightest motor that has been using ABS. In addition to BMW, the Japanese manufacturers who use this braking system are Honda.

Active safety systems are proven capable of halting the tire size and 180/55-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 S1000RR BMW. Driving became more secure.

BMW Turn Back iSetta Three Wheels

2010-07-29T11:26:00.000-07:00

Rumor iSetta BMW will be turned on again by approaching reality. Instead, contrived Ralph Panhuyzen proposes an efficient vehicle (Space Efficient Vehicle = SEV). Indeed, what is iSetta ?

iSetta is a small three-wheeled vehicle that reaps success in World War II era. BMW had produced it in 1957 combined between cars and motorcycles.

For this new, still embraces three wheels (two in front and one in back) with the crossover concept. Although small, capable of racing at speeds of between 125 to 155 km / hr. Regarding the engine, yet to be decided, could be conventional or electric power.

"If people are interested in crossover 125-155 km / hour, it is not possible to create thousands of new workers," said Panhuyzen.

SEV drawn by the designer as the best combination between the car (front) and motorcycle (rear). The concept, the semi-use of his tricycle or three-wheeled vehicles.

Interestingly, the composition of the seat. The driver remains positioned as a leader. While the front passenger was slightly behind the driver that the passengers could look in the rearview mirror. Then, there is Lane Assist lane keeping system of the car on the road.

Toyota iQ Scion, Tiny Cars with Advanced Features

2010-07-29T08:44:00.000-07:00

After a long awaited finally Toyota Motor Corporation Toyota to launch small cars in the Scion iQ carpet New York Auto Show 2010. Cars that can accommodate three adult passengers and one child were equipped with several advanced features.

Besides Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and anti-lock brake system (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), the tiny hatchback also features Brake Assist (BA) and Traction Control (TRAC). "In fact, 10 pieces of airbag-one at the back door-curtains became standard equipment on this car," said Toyota's press release as quoted motorauthority.com

Apart from that device; Toyota is also adding entertainment devices such as two-din audio system with six speakers. MP3 and USB connection is also available.

Although engine capacity of 1300 cc iQ only four cylinders, but the strength reaches 90 horsepower. While technology Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVTi), which bears make fuel-efficient iQ Scion, which is only 4.3 liters for 100 kilometers of distance covered.

Three-door hatchback is also claimed to be very suitable for transportation in the city. Because, thanks to the axle, which is, only 2 meters supported by suspension of MacPherson struts up (in front side) and torsion beam, this car is very agile invited to maneuver.

In fact, a car with a length 2.98 meters (m), width of no more than 1.6 m, 1.5 m high and it also features steering-wheel-mounted controls. As a result, not only lively but also safe. Happenings speed, Toyota calls this car could drive up to 170 kilometers per hour.

In addition to variants offered in 1300 cc engine, this car was also offered variants of 1000 cc engine. But there were no accompanying feature differences. Only in the kitchen sector runway just what distinguishes these two variants.

Power second variant it reaches 70 horsepower. Consumption of fuel just closed to within less than 1300 cc variant is 4.3 to 100 km. Only, Toyota did not mention the price tag of that new model.

Manufacturers are only mentioned, in addition marketed in the United States,iQ Scion is also marketed in Europe and Japan from late 2010 this.

Here, Offal Honda Revo Techno AT

2010-07-29T08:20:00.000-07:00

What reason was making matic Honda Revo Techno AT has a good capability. The main weapon was found on motorcycle engine innards. What are its advantages?

Inside the engine room, flapping wing manufacturer brand logo is applying efficient technology and low-friction technology called EFT. Function, minimizing friction between components machine. The result, the machine working more optimal, efficient, and most importantly fuel-efficient.

There is a key point in the use of piston-textured (rough surface of piston) which is made of lightweight materials. This will alleviate the performance of the engine revolution. Rough surfaces can reduce friction between the piston and the cylinder chamber. Ends, more efficient fuel consumption.

Furthermore, the distance axis of the cylinder or cylinder off set against the axis of the crankshaft offset too close together. This condition also reduces friction on the piston. Technology or the trigger valve rocker arm is equipped with a roller also reduce friction with the shaft ridge or better known as the camshaft is in the process of ejection of fuel into the combustion chamber. Create minimal friction increasing efficiency in energy.

For the stability of engine performance, Honda has also implemented a double cooling system. First, the cooling air to the CVT is obtained from the air funnel. Second, cooling the engine room, which was performed with oil. Reduction of heat in the engine much more effectively maintain the temperature remains stable, particularly on road traffic jams and long trips so it is more durable and long lasting.

The position of the air funnel located above the surface of the engine-out work set the incoming air in the engine. In addition to cooling the engine, a position it also reduces the risk of entry of water into the engine. This is to maintain maximum engine performance.

"All the technology supplied by Honda in Revo Techno AT strongly supports the creation of a strong performance, but still economical. That's strengths," said Oni Setiawan Technical Service PT Astra Honda Motor (AHM), who is also Chief Technician Journey Smart Revolution.

Porsche Develop Boxster as Sport Electric Cars

2010-07-29T02:19:00.000-07:00

After successfully developing a hybrid system on the 911 GT3 R, supersportcar German manufacturer, Porsche, stepped into the driving power. More precisely, Porsche tried to develop electric sports car.

"Acceleration of electricity will be increasingly important in Intelligent Performance Porsche," the company wrote in a statement released this afternoon. Added, the development of electrical drives aimed at increasing efficiency, save fuel consumption and reduce emissions.

Added, the development of research of these electric cars as they do in hybrids, which is directly on the car that was produced. Further practical tests as part of a development step for the Stuttgart Region Electromobility model. In this research, they use three Porsche Boxster.

Third electric Boxster will undergo its first test which is very important, namely to know the electric drive components and systems needed new batteries for electric cars. Another target, identify and ensure the infrastructure for elektromobility, including car users habits and needs of product development at the future. The project will begin running early next year.

Michael Macht, the President and Deputy CEO Porsche AG, said the project is a contribution from Porsche in the development of electric cars. "Definitive, we will produce electric sports car in the future. The concept we developed is acceptable if the quality of the product being offered is a typical Porsche, "he said.

Electric flywheel
Previously, Porsche has developed plug-in hybrid cars on the 918 Spyder sports. As planned, these plug-in hybrids will be mated with high technological breakthroughs, namely motor fuels and electromobility. Reportedly also, the plug-in hybrid car Porsche produced a very low CO2, 70 g / km, and three liters of gasoline consumption for 100 kilometers. Sports car is capable of producing a total power 660PS.

No less interesting, Porsche has been using a hybrid system on the 911 GT3 R to racing, with the use of two electric motors 82 are mounted on the PS front axle. This is done by simply adding power eight-cylinder engine produced 480 PS mounted on the rear wheels.

Porsche 911 GT3 R of this hybrid does not use conventional batteries to store electricity and forwarded to the electric motor. Porsche flywheel system using rechargeable electric when the driver braked and then transfer it to the electric motor. This car has proved its performance on 24-hour endurance race at the Nürburgring.

CR-Z and U3-X, Honda's Commitment to Environmental Evidence

2010-07-28T09:43:00.000-07:00

If last year's Honda displays a cute robot, Asimo, so in this they show the IIMS 2010 U3-X. He represents the future of personal transportation that is practical and to move in any direction simply by moving the weight of the vehicle. The exhibition done directly by the President Director of PT Honda Prospect Motor Yukihiro Aoshima before giving his speech.

The presence of U3-X at IIMS 2010 event is the realization of Honda's commitment to consistently support the environmentally friendly programs. Hence, in this exhibition, HPM theme is "Honda Eco-City" which of them offers a solution to the conservation of modern society, which is summarized in the Eco-Solution for Advanced Modernization.

"Honda is always an early step in realizing the ideas that provide solutions for environmental conservation in accordance with the progress of the age," said Aoshima. Honda innovation, he added, never stopped bringing environmentally friendly solutions.

Hence, to prove its commitment, in addition to displaying the U3-X, HPM also displaying CR-Z, the first car that combines sports and hybrid concept and became a bestseller world.

Outside the allegations again, Honda's New Small Concept Car shows a compact size and environmentally friendly performance.

On a land area of 1644 square meters, Honda also posted 20 fleet. There is the newly launched New Freed, and a modified version of the three units. There is also Jazz and some product line-ups, such as Accord, Civic, City, CR-V, and Odyssey.

All Honda vehicles shown with stylish design urban landscapes that care about the efficiency and effectiveness in using resources in the surrounding environment. In addition, there are some areas that show the application of alternative energy utilization.

Nissan "Recall" Compact Cube

2010-07-28T09:30:00.000-07:00

Seem to recall virus more malignant. After yesterday's Subaru and BMW, is now followed by Nissan Motor Co. (NMC). One Japanese manufacturer pulled the Cube compact car sold in America, that number reached 46 000 units, such as the Kyodo news agency reported on Tuesday (7/27/2010), received from the American Institute of Highway Safety (NHTSA).

Nissan tried to examine the parties in connection with the leak in the fuel channels.

Vehicles affected by the call for review Cube are produced by January 30, 2009 until July 30, 2010. From the results of crash tests on the top of a leak in excess of the provisions of the NHTSA.

Nissan dealers are required to provide special protection around parts of the leaked gas channel with a neck connection, at no charge.

Did not say when the battery starts the campaign and the car owner can get his car.

Danger Air Bubbles in the Car Radiator

2010-07-28T07:40:00.000-07:00

Almost all modern car engines use a water cooling system to maintain warmer temperatures. So, the water become "blood" which channels the heat from generating sources to the final disposal.

The problem, no air bubbles appear in the path of cooling water. Can disrupt the air entering the pressure in the system and ultimately disrupt the engine cooling water task. Greater risk because of overheated engines among component position in the cars is now more tightly.

Air can enter the radiator cap when opened and closed. That air exists between surface water and radiator cap. In addition, air may also exist because the radiator cap condition was not good.

At the radiator cap there is a functioning valve airflow from the reservoir tank when the heat and sucking water from the reservoir to the radiator (when cold).

How to expel the trapped air? Follow the steps below

1. Make sure the temperature of the engine in cold conditions.
2. Open the radiator cap. Turn on the machine (so the water circulates). After that, enter the water to the mouth of the radiator, and stop if it is full.
3. Cover again with a perfect radiator.
4. After that, unscrew the air dump. Waster closed position every different car brands. The location can be seen in the vehicle owner manuals.
5. Notice the water coming out of the valve. If there is scum, then it indicates there is still air in the cooling channels. That means you have to keep doing this process until that comes out is water without foam.
6. Check the amount of water in the tube reservoir reserves. If not, add up to the limit.

Toyota Hilux Double Cab Relies on Big Labor

2010-07-27T23:50:00.000-07:00

Toyota Hilux Double Cabin eventually marketed (DC) in Indonesia. Of the several variants that are made in Thailand, for consumers in Indonesia, Toyota Hilux DC chose intercooler turbo diesel engine (TDI), common rail technology with a power handling: part-time 4x4.

These options make the Hilux DC superior in some respects compared to competitors who first entered Indonesia. Main effort.
Appearances. Compared with single cabin version (SC), the latest appearance of the Toyota pickup, this looks more handsome and muscular. The causes, dimensions of this vehicle as a whole is greater than the SC 460 mm, except in the tub. Especially for the tub, DC, about 460 mm shorter.

Design grille and headlamps together Hilux DC and SC. Differences exist in the front, namely the hood. For DC, equipped with a hood scoop or a funnel of water and make it looks more macho.

Another difference is the tire size, type and model of wheel. Although both use the tire 15, the palm of DC more broadly, namely 255, while the SC 205. For wheels, SC using the plates, while the DC of the alloy. Another additional Footstep aluminum mounted on the right side and left side.
Interior. DC is more luxurious interior, although the design of the dashboard and steering wheel are the same. Special to the dashboard, DC using two colors (two tone): black and ivory, while the SC monotone, black.

Equipment that is included in the Hilux interior is air conditioning, CD player with audio 2DIN four speakers, while the instruments using analog models within the three circles.
Power Source. Because Hilux DC engineered as a vehicle for a variety of field or a hard worker, chose the Toyota 3.0-liter diesel engine. In their home country, Hilux DC had two diesel engine choices that are 2.5 liters and 3.0 liters.

Technology is the mainstay of common rail engines and turbo intercooler and named D4D (Direct 4-stroke Common Rail Diesel Turbo) by Toyota.

Compared with competitors who already marketed in Indonesia, the power output is greatest Hilux, which is 163 PS, while torque of 35 kgm. Amazingly, the torque is obtained at relatively low speed and the 'flat' (flat), that is 1400-3400 rpm. With these characteristics, the machine is suitable for off-road and a lot climb field. Machines also tend to be thrifty because, to gain traction, not to step on the pedal a deep (high speed).

Other features of Toyota’s proud of this machine are the intercooler. This tool is used to cool air sucked by the turbine before supplied to the engine. In this way, the machine works more efficiently because the temperature can be kept relatively low.

For the turbo, use variable nozzle technology. With this, the ability of the turbo, ranging from low and high speed just as effective. The phenomenon of turbo lag at low rpm can be prevented. Conversely, when the machine is working at a higher speed, excessive turbo spin could also be prevented. In this way, endurance turbo be better.
4x4 Part Time. To distribute power from the engine to the wheels, Toyota uses five-speed manual transmission. From the transmission of engine power transmitted to the transfer of the case that part-time work with the system. In this way, vehicles can work from a 4x4 system (off-road) to a 4x2 (on-road) or vice versa. To operate the transfer case must be done manually with the position of H2, H4, N, and L4.

The shift from 4x2 to 4x4 can be done while the road, but it must be under the speed of 80 km / hr. Conversely, transfer of H4 to H2 can be done at each speed. The transfer of H4 to L4, the vehicle must be blocked before or below the speed of 8 km / hr.
Suspension. In front, Toyota is using a double wishbone with coil plus a stabilizer, while the rear wheels, used per leaf. Another additional steering with hydraulic power assistance or power steering, while the front brake discs and rear drum.

Under these conditions it was natural that Toyota could offer double-cab vehicle with a competitive price.

BMW Recall Series 5 and Series 5 Gran Turismo

2010-07-27T11:34:00.000-07:00

German premium carmaker BMW withdrawal action for improvement (recall) of the Series 5 and Series 5 GT year 2011 production in the United States as reported by Carscoop received from the American Institute of Highway Safety (NHTSA).

Withdrawal made because there is a problem with fuel sensors. Especially liked the indicator screw. Thus, the amount shown does not match that in the tank. This is very dangerous, not only stalled, but could be at risk of accidents.

The number who campaigned to reach is 6000 units. "BMW recall production in 2010 and 2011 Series 5 and Series 5 Gran Turismo made from January 12 until July 1, 2010. Pinched the fuel level sensor. This is why, when the indicator shows the amount of gasoline that much, but the tank just does not," said statement from the NHTSA.

BMW had not told the NHTSA about the planned repairs notice and at the same time.

Honda Tests Future Vehicles Concept

2010-07-27T03:02:00.000-07:00

Honda, number two car manufacturers in Japan's and number one motorcycle in the world, plans to launch a demo and test electric vehicles future generations of small or personal mobility (the experimental vehicle). Type of vehicle used was electric cars and plug-in hybrids, electric scooters newest (EV-neo scooter) and other electric vehicles.

The test is done in two areas, namely, Kumamoto and Saitama prefectures in Japan. The aim, to determine the efficiency of automotive technology, motorcycles and cars as well as ancillary devices, for example, communication technology. In this trial, also used solar energy station using a very thin solar cells made by Honda Soltec.

The real target of this program is the realization of low-carbon environment to improve the quality of life and public health in urban areas.

At the end of this year, Honda plans to continue this program in the United States, with the main target areas with high concentrations of traffic. In that country, Honda will demonstrate electric cars and plug-in hybrid vehicles with Stanford University, Google Inc., and the city of Torrence, California, under the Advanced Technology Demonstration Program.

Joint venture of General Motors and SAIC Launches New Brand in China

2010-07-27T01:24:00.000-07:00

American car manufacturer, General Motors (GM), and its local partner in China, SAIC Wuling, last weekend launched a new brand in the country that the Bamboo Curtain, Baojun. Brands that have a meaning that valuable horses will concentrate to produce passenger cars.

"The launch of this Baojun is part of the strategy (produce) a multi brand from General Motors in China," said Kevin Wale, GM's Group Managing Director in China, as reported by autoevolution.com, Monday (19 / 7).

But until now there is no detailed information on particulars of the passenger car to be produced at an early stage. To be sure, the car will be produced and help the Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center, R & D and SAIC GM Wuling in Shanghai.

"Baojun positioned as a reliable partner with high image confident, smart, and strong," said Shen Yang, General Manager of SAIC-GM Wuling.

New BMW X3

2010-07-26T22:55:00.000-07:00

More powerful, more efficient and more practical mid-sized soft-roader unveiled. BMW has released the first official pictures and details for its second-generation X3 that is set to become the fuel efficiency benchmark for the luxury mid-size SUV segment when it goes on sale locally in March 2011.

The all-new X3, which grows in dimensions to further distance itself from the smaller X1, adopts an eight-speed automatic, engine stop-start function and two new engines for launch to improve its green credentials.

The base model xDrive20d is powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo diesel that gains 5kW (to 135kW) but improves fuel economy by 14 per cent to 5.6 litres per 100km compared with its direct predecessor.

A range-topping model for now is the xDrive35i, which gains the 225kW/400Nm turbocharged six-cylinder that was first introduced on the company’s 5-Series range. Consumption of 8.8L/100km is superior to the 9.7L/100km of the 30i model it replaces.

A six-speed manual is standard on the 20d and the eight-speed auto standard on the 35i. Most car makers are offering stop-start technology with manual gearboxes, but on the X3 it’s also included on auto models.

Both X3 models are four-wheel drive, and BMW’s medium soft-roader isn’t expected to follow the X1 by offering a rear-drive variant.

The new model is 79mm longer (to 4648mm) than the outgoing X3 that was roundly criticised since its 2004 launch for both its sharp ride and austere interior. A wheelbase increase of 15mm contributes to BMW’s claims that X3 mark II offers increased rear-seat legroom.

Boot space also increases, by 70 litres to 550L. This expands to 1600L when the rear seats – which have switched from a 60/40 split to a 40-20-40 arrangement – are folded down. BMW claims the luggage capacity is best in class.

A multitude of options will include variable dampers, reverse-view camera, xenon headlights, iDrive menu operating system and a handling aid called Performance Control that can brake an inside rear wheel and shuffle more power to the outer wheel to help ‘push’ the vehicle around corners.

BMW also claims the X3’s optional 8.8-inch satellite navigation screen is the segment’s largest on-board monitor.

The screen is now incorporated into the dash rather than popping out of the top of the dash as part of a major overhaul for the X3's cabin. Key controls are more driver-oriented than before while BMW is promising higher-grade materials to lift interior quality above that of the original.

The X3’s new body shape doesn’t look vastly different to its predecessor that has always had slightly awkward-looking proportions because of the mix of long, thin bonnet and chunky passenger section. The new model seems to share more in common with the design of the baby X1 rather than large X5.

The side glass is more pronounced after the introduction of a chrome surround, however, and the flanks gain more dramatic-looking rising crease lines.

Production of the X3 also shifts from Austrian company Magna to join the X5 and X6 assembly line in BMW’s Spartanburg plant in the US. BMW will showcase the new X3 publicly at September’s Paris motor show.

Curve Control System from Ford

2010-07-25T00:57:00.000-07:00

Ford created a technology Curve Control System (CCS) for the car driver. This tool could prevent an accident due to carelessness of drivers to maneuver around the corner quickly, so that the car loses stability.

In America, 50 000 accidents recorded each year because of mistakes that turned very fast (high speed). Now, with this feature, Ford hopes to be useful, particularly for the highway.

The advantages of this branch controller technology, the four wheels can be braked with the smooth. Then, when a car drove by outside speed limit, engine torque can be reduced to lower the speed to 15 km / h per second. That way, cars could go back on track.

Ford explained that CCS works on rough surfaces, when wet or dry conditions. So, if the car does not veer as desired driver, the technology can restore the driveway into a safe position.

These technologies open up a breakthrough. Because of the stability control system on the car was introduced in 1987 under the name of Electronic Stability Control (ESC). Only, the function to detect and minimize wheel skid occurs. So, when ESC successfully detect the occurrence of loss of control, ESC automatically help put the brakes to help the driver's steering wheel can be controlled.

In 1990, Mitsubishi introduced a similar technology is called Diamante (Sigma), in which the electronically controlled traction. And for the newest cars, Mitsubishi Active Skid and now uses Traction Control (ASTC).

Then two German automobile manufacturers are also introducing the technology. Like BMW began production on the model 1992 is equipped with the title of Continental Automotive Systems (CAS), which can reduce engine torque.

Mercedes also did not want to miss. In 1992, in cooperation with Robert Bosch GmbH (as does the BMW too) call it Electronic Stability Programmed (ESP).

American car manufacturers are planning to put on the kind of crossover, SUV, pickup and van in 2015.

Renault DeZir Future Vision Renault

2010-07-23T02:48:00.000-07:00

Renault DeZir Concept accidentally leaked via the official website today. Renault DeZir will actually on debut world at the Paris Motor Show 2010 (October 2 to 17).

Renault DeZir illustrates Renault's commitment to designing cars more emotional. We can see from the lines and color that express exterior DeZir tempestuous passion.

DeZir two-seater coupe is derived from a single motion of the electric motor is placed in the center-rear weight distribution to optimize. Torque and power DeZir 150 hp and 226 Nm. Cars with rear-wheel system-drive is able to accelerate from 0-100 kpj in 5 seconds. While lithium-ion battery 24 kW / h which is behind the seat ensures you can walk up to 160 km.

DeZir agility gained from the body is made of Kevlar and steel tube chassis. Did not reach the 850 kg weigh just 830 kg alias. Tubular shells are similar to those used Renault Megane Trophy race car. Suspension also share a platform, uses double wishbones settings.

DeZir also adopt KERS (Kinetic Energy Recovery System), used in the world of F1. When the car berdeselerasi, the kinetic energy collected and stored in the battery. In certain conditions, the driver DeZir stay pressing a button on the steering wheel to get an extra boost while (temporary power boost) which utilize that energy.

Items are handled directly Renault design boss, Laurens van den Acker, this took a number of reputable companies. For tires, Renault took Michelin. Dipasrahkan audio system to IRCAM (Institut de Recherche et Coordination Acoustique / Musique, was founded by Pierre Boulez in 1969). And workmanship body ditukangi G Studio.

DeZir absolutely not equipped internal combustion engine, and just hang to the battery. DeZir owners will get three options for charging method. First, they can charge batteries at home - takes about eight hours. Second, using the method of Filling fast (fast charging) 400V 3-phase (only takes 20 minutes to fill 80% of battery capacity). Finally, replace it.

Oiya, a second door opened similar DeZir Gullwing Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS.

BMW ConnectedDrive, Read Email on Car Dashboard

2010-07-23T02:23:00.000-07:00

Later owners of BMW cars no longer bother to read short messages and emails while driving a car. The reason, BMW has recently launched BMW ConnectDrive.

ConnectDrive is a system that allows a person receiving an SMS or email on the Blackberry mobile phones to LCD screen mounted on the dashboard of a car.

Tools that make the BMW claims can reduce the risk when driving. To connect the device, it only takes a Bluetooth connection from your mobile phone into ConnectDrive system.

Then ConnectDrive program that will automatically connect to the city of messages, both of SMS or email.

But unfortunately, means that only helps to read short messages and electronic mail, to send is not allowed because the driver is considered to endanger life.
In addition, existing systems can also perform on ConnectDrive Text to Speech, which means that incoming email message can be directly read out so that further reduce the risk of accidents.

Confidentiality in an SMS or email that there is less reliable. Text to Speech good use if only you were in a car or an incoming message is not confidential. In addition to SMS, BMW ConnectDrive system can also be used to make phone calls. The plan ConnectDrive BMW cars will be installed in output next year

The Cause of the Irregularities Toyota Cars are Still in Debate

2010-07-22T03:07:00.000-07:00

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC), says the results of investigations into the events of Toyota and Lexus car accident allegedly due to the gas pedal with problems showed the opposite. According to Japanese manufacturers, almost all of it happened because of driver error.

"Almost all of the driver stepped on the gas pedal not brake," said Mike Michels, spokesman for Toyota in Torrance, California, as reported by automotivenews.com, Wednesday (14 / 7).

Toyota is currently looking for the cause of the uncontrollable speed on the car or truck. The reason is due to alleged beresnya accelerator and braking system that, eight million units of Toyota products in various parts of the world drawn.

Michels said, the institute has examined the 2000 report related to the gas pedal. Not with the exception of data recorded during the accident.

"There are various causes, the trapped pedal, pedal interested or (carpet dragged the car deck), foreign bodies in the vehicle until one of use of the pedal," he explained.

A spokesman confirmed, almost all wrong driver stepped on the gas pedal when the brake pedal should be. Michels asserted that when asked how many people are making mistakes when using the gas pedal of an accident.

"Companies have not found an error in the function of electronic systems (at Toyota)," he stated.

The answer was reaping strong reaction. Joan Claybrook, a former official of the National Institute of Highway Safety United States (NHTSA) is one of them.

Advocacy group Public Citizen President of the United States it is precisely to question the findings of Toyota's call, the accident because the driver's fault.

In fact, the group had asked for the Toyota and regulators in the State Abang Sam's to more seriously investigate the possibility of failure of electronic control functions. "That's really ridiculous," said Claybrook comment on Toyota's findings.

"He (Toyota) must see (the system) electronics in the car (Toyota) and everyone knows it," said Claybrook.

Meanwhile, reports the Wall Street Journal reported yesterday autoevolution.com, Wednesday (14 / 7) call NHTSA analysis of data recording when the accident happened when the incident proved that open throttle and brakes are not working. However, NHTSA spokesman refused to comment on the report.

NHTSA calls, due to uncontrolled speed problems on the car since 2000 and there have been 71 accidents resulting in 89 people flying.

Persitiwa a tragic one is, that feeling in a family of four lives in the United States in 2009. At that time, in August 2009, Mark Syalor along with three members of the family Lexus ES350 menumpangi crossing State Route 125, Santee, California.

At speed the car reaches 120 miles per hour, the gas pedal suddenly interested and cars can not be controlled. Finally, the accident occurred and four naywa one family that was floated.

Now, NHTSA in cooperation with the panel of the National Academy of Sciences and the United States space agency, NASA is conducting an investigation of the gas pedal. The investigation process would take place within a few months.

While Toyota is currently facing over 325 lawsuits in state and federal courts related to the unwanted acceleration. This problem has also been examined by MPs of the United States.

Indicator On Dashboard

2010-07-22T02:47:00.000-07:00

Yup this article will discuss about car dashboard. From year to year, the car dashboard filled with a variety of indicators. Well not so little confused following article provides an illustration of the intent of these indikator2. See picture. We start from left to right....

* Air Bag
In general, these safety devices found on the steering wheel in order to protect the driver. Along with the development of water bags are also available for front passenger & rear passengers. How air bag works? Balloon will inflate when there is conflict / collisions. Sensor2 contained on the bumper will send a signal to the ECU to blow the air bag when the collision occurred. Usually collision at a speed of 40 km / h the air bag will inflate in less than half a second! When the air bag is required to develop a driver / passenger in a state of using seat belts. If not, can backfire! Well if this air bag indicator light continues to be ascertained there was trouble in the air bag system sensor2nya or. Bring to the workshop as soon as possible.
* ABS = Antilock Brake System, is one useful safety feature to prevent the brake is locked when done in a sudden braking. How do you get to know the ABS brakes do not work? when the car brakes suddenly run later in the brake pedal will vibrate. Why is vibrating? Defective brakes? Wrong bro, the symptoms of ABS brake pedal vibrate it working again. Here ECU works by reducing the oil pressure on the brakes so the wheels are not locked and the car can be driven safely. Apparently this is still a lot of the wrong tablets, many drivers who buru2 lift the brake pedal when the pedal vibrates. If the ABS indicator light continues to mean that there is a problem in the braking system. Immediately brought to the workshop.
* OD off or overdrive off. This feature is only found on cars transmit matic. Overdrive is located on the lever matic, there is usually a button / knob beside. This button is useful when they wanted to overtake the vehicle in front of it for example on the highway. When this push button marked with OD off indicator lights up the RPM needle will move up the instructions so that cars can pass easily.
* High beam lights or far.
* The car door, when this indicator light means there is less or open door shut tight.
* Brakes. If this indicator means that there is two purposes flame that is the parking brakes still works or brake fluid in the tube is less. Now the latter is kudu so attentive, immediately fill brake fluid if it is less. Fill with DOT as recommended by manufacturer.
* Aki. If the indicator is still burning though the car was starter means there is a problem in battery or charging system. Bring the car to the garage.
* Oil. Same with a battery indicator. If the flame continues even though the car was his road means less oil. Immediately fill engine oil according to factory standards.
* Fuel Dispenser. In general if staying 5-liters petrol tank, these indicators of a flame. For that immediately fill petrol. Get rid of this indicator lights up the habit every new fill gasoline. Believed to be sewage sludge on the tank so the fuel will be sucked in the long run the fuel pump / gas station will be quickly soiled and broken.

Triggers Vibrate on Car Engine

2010-07-21T23:55:00.000-07:00

Signs of fever in humans, the body feels chills (shivering). If the car vibrating machine components means there is something wrong. Disturbance was very frustrating, especially when waiting for beacon lights (traffic light), audible engine sounds lame.

They vibrate their machines could cause a lot of money when it was brought to the workshop. Another case if you already know the cause, you're not going to be fooled mechanics. Some of the instructions below may help you.

1. Sparkplug dead
Machine limp, not just when stationary conditions, but also when the road. Usually, there is one of the four spark plugs spark plugs are dead. The solution, it is advisable to replace all the spark plugs to the same conditions.

2. Distributor damaged
Ignition system is not perfect due to the distributor is damaged, making the engine revolution uneven.

3. Damaged coil
The machine vibrates, the direct die and can not turned on. When the coil has been severe damage, the engine is turned difficult. Replace these power plant components.

4. Injection system disrupted
for cars that already use the fuel injection supply system. Symptoms, the engine vibrates with a frequency somewhat rare and appears at high rpm. If the damage is not severe or just happened heaping dirt, recalibrating the injector nozzle can do cleaning.

5. Carburetor dirty or problematic
Machine will not work correctly and vibration arising. This component has the task of supplying petrol to the cylinders.

6. After the carburetor idle and valve
this is specifically for cars that still use carburetors. When setting the idle too high and not completely closed the valve carburetor, the engine vibrates when turned off. Because, when the ignition is on off, the engine still gets the supply of gasoline. So, need to reset the carburetor.

Clutches and How It Works ...

2010-07-21T23:53:00.000-07:00

Clutch transmission equipment that connects the crankshaft gear transmission shaft with. Coupling function is to transfer engine power to the transmission, then change the transmission rate in accordance with the desired speed.

Under normal circumstances, where the coupling function works well, so the driver pressing the clutch pedal, engine power will be decided, because when the pedal is pressed then it will encourage the style press release fork and release would encourage the release bearing fork. So the release bearing will lift and push the spring diaphragm pressure plate, clutch disc will be released with the flywheel.

Simultaneously gears going regardless of the effect of engine speed. These conditions allow the transfer gears in the transmission. Nowadays there are many different types of couplings including friction clutch, clutch fluid, coping centrifugal, and magnetic coupling. But the most widely used by vehicle type is the type of coping friction plates and clutch friction cone type, which for the clutch plate type clutch plate can be wet and dry plate clutch. Clutch plate is wet-plate clutch which plate soaked with lubricating oil. Most of the clutch of this type used by motorcycle. While this type of plate dry clutch is a plate-type clutch plate not soaked by the lubricating oil. Generally used in older cars and motorcycles made in Europe. Excess of the wet clutch plates are not quickly wear out, because it is lubricated by oil. Disadvantages, obstacles friction less power so it cannot move as effectively as dry clutch. Moreover, if the adding lubricant additives, the clutch could slip. Dry clutch wear faster because they do not hit oil but energy transfer from the engine into gear better.

In general, the main part of clutch consists of three kinds, i.e. coupling unit, close coupling, and the unit liberators. The unit consists of clutch plate clutch, plate press, and the spring clutch. Close coupling bound by the flywheel, while the inside wheel shaft attached to gears and placed between the flywheel and plate press. Plate press will push the clutch plate against with the pressure of the spring-spring coping. These devices are made from cast iron materials, where the surface was made smooth and flat. While the clutch plate is made to provide greater friction on the flywheel and plate press and placed between the two. On the second clutch plate surface is paired with lining and riveted rivets, and usually on the surface of the metal pieces plate given. Its function is to strengthen and also to distribute the heat. In addition, in the middle of the plate clutch torsion spring there. Torsion spring serves to reduce the surprises that happened at the time of clutch work and to prevent the possible outbreak of clutch plates or other damage, such as crooked plate clutch.

The unit consists of fork liberator liberators, bearing, and press a lever to pull, thus freeing the clutch plate.

How it works is if the engine rotating clutch, flywheel itself come round, while at the wheel of this style is paired coupling cap which must also rotate. In this case the gear shaft or main shaft gears can not rotate, so too with plate clutch mounted by means of a groove on the axle that enables it to move along the shaft gear. Furthermore, if we want to move the wheel, this can be done with operate the pedals, which at the time of the pedal in the lift springs clutch spring plate will hit the press on the flywheel. This causes the clutch plate is sandwiched between the flywheels with plate press. This plate was originally going to slip, and rubbing against the flywheel and plate press but then will gradually carried on spinning and then will rotate the main shaft gear

Small Plate in a key?

2010-07-19T06:46:00.000-07:00

When you buy a new car, Usually, dealers will submit three pieces of keys in a circle-shaped hooks. It also depends on the hook of a "plate" or a thin metal plate. Be careful to keep it, because the number on a small plate is important.

Which key must be taken and which ones should be saved?. To operationalize the everyday car, take one key and one more key to anticipating the car if you experience any locksmith (the door was accidentally locked with the keys in the car).

A small mistake which we mean is: when choosing one of the key earlier, the driver took a thin plate and its key subsidiaries. Supposedly, the plate was kept at home, and only used if the rider to lose other key children. Because, at the plate there was a serial number that allows car owners to get a replacement key when the primary key is lost.

That the instructions given with the owner guide book. The goal, "If you lose your keys or if you need additional keys, dealers can make a new copy with the serial number on the plate to see it." Hence, motorists are advised also to write it down and store it. Indeed, it seems very simple. Although the look is not too important, but quite cumbersome if one day the key really missing. Now, in order not to experience it, check back your car keys. Hopefully your car keys really does not have a small plate that should indeed stored neatly in the house.

Flying Cars Still Saving Problem

2010-07-19T01:56:00.000-07:00

Flying car is the first breakthrough in the world and probably will change the future of transportation. However, experts indicate that there are some problems in this flying car that still needs to be overcome before the car can actually operate.

The official name is the plane flying car Transition Roadable. It is classified as a Light Sport Aircraft. therefore, first of all this car-shaped into an airplane than a car so that motorists who want to run a car fly Sport Pilot certificate is needed to fly and SIM for driving on the road. However, ownership certificates of pilots flying sport is quite difficult because they are not all straight people can get it.

Richard Gersh, Vice President of Business Development in Transition Terrafugia, said she was proud that its product is the first flying car manufactured by the company. "Gersh said there are about 5,000 small airports in the United States, so that cars can fly easily find the nearest airport for takeoff and landing.

Brammo Empulse, Electric Motorcycles Can Speeding Up to 160 Km / Hour

2010-07-18T06:24:00.000-07:00

Progressive development of increasingly rapid electric motorcycles only. If we know the car manufacturer Tesla cars are diligent sell new electric cars, on motorcycles there Brammo. This electric motorcycle manufacturer has previously released the electric motorcycle, Enertia, and now Brammo introduce new variants, Empulse.

Empulse is a sportbike-style design with street fighter who claimed to be capable of speeding up to 100 mph invited or 160 km / h! Remarkable speed to the size of electric motorcycles. Not surprisingly sturdy legs with a suspension upside down in front of the device by default.

Even the origin of these United States Brammo also been doing testing at Laguna Seca circuit to prove that this new product is not only fast but easy to drive. 40 dk Power generated by the fast-moving electric motors AC, water cooled wearing.

Uniquely, Brammo Empulse is marketed in three different variants. Empluse 6.0, 8.0 and 10.0. Differences in all three is on the battery used. Version 6.0 only have traveled 60 miles or 96.6 kilometers, version 80 have traveled 129 km and 100 have traveled 161 km. Far right!

Empulse 9995 sold to U.S. Dollars 6.0, 8.0 Empulse sold U.S. Dollars and Empluse 11 995 10.0 13 995 U.S. Dollars for sale.
This new electric motor that can be invited to speeding!

Porsche 918 Spyder, 200mph Hybrid Cars

2010-07-18T06:05:00.000-07:00

Porsche plans to make hybrid cars speed 200mph and 700-horsepower, 918 Spyder. And estimates of funds required to produce this car for $ 630,000, while making the Porsche 918 Spyder became the most expensive in history.

918 supercar was first introduced at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2009 and there is no official information is scheduled for production. But in April, Wolfgang Duerheimer, head of production at Porsche, said if there are 1000 customers expressed interest in buying this car, they will consider producing it.

According to Porsche, the car 918 Spyder 500-horsepower V8 is equipped with two electric motors and extra 218-horsepower, which can run up to 100kmh (62mph) in just 3.2 seconds, with top speed of 198mph. In terms of eknomisnya, Porsche was able to consume three liters of fuel per 100 kilometers, or about 79 miles per gallon, and only 70 g of carbon dioxide released per mile. As a match, the Toyota Prius T3 Hybrid took out 89g/km, and 4.6l/100km. Porsche Pricing has not been independently verified, at least they should make their best sampled previously.

Frank Biller, an analyst at Landesbank Baden Wuerttemberg, told Automotive News Europe that 918 Spyder Porsche could improve environmental reputation. Porsche is owned by Volkswagen, which also makes the Lamborghini and Bentley vehicles, some of the "Europe's worst gas guzzlers."

ITS Winner of Asia Shell Eco-Marathon Competition

2010-07-17T05:52:00.000-07:00

Indonesian student achievement on the international stage. By students of Mechanical Engineering Institute of Technology Sepuluh
november(ITS) Surabaya became the first champion of competition cars Shell Eco-Marathon frugal (SEM) Asia 2010. In a race that was held at the Sepang International Circuit, Malaysia, 8-10 July 2010, the ITS Team 2 with car Sapu Angin
(wind swept)2 record save car with mileage of 236.6 kilometers per liter of gasoline.

In a press release sent to several media mentioned the ITS team won the Grand Prize and Combution Gasoline Fuel Award. Both awards are covered under the Urban Concept category. "The victory is a lot of excess car sustained Sapu Angin the lighter weight, ie, 93 pounds," said Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering who accompanied Tim Triyogi ITS ITS.

Triyogi added, increasing the performance of several components coupled with the efficiency of the engine makes the car Sapu Angin 2 excels in the Urban Concept class of 15 cars a top university in Asia. "Another key to victory is a team effort ITS perform inspections and tests circuit early," added Triyogi.

According Triyogi, victory Sapu Angin Team is a wonderful gift for the ITS to be aged 50 years on 10 November. Sapu Angin victory, completing victory ITS Robotics Team which will represent Indonesia in an international robot competition.

ITS has two cars that are named Sapu Angin 1 and 2. Sapu Angin 1 was the prototype of a futuristic car like karting with a target of one liter of gasoline for the distance traveled 1000 kilometers. While Sapu Angin 2 the car is similar to a conventional four-wheeled car, but only contains one to two passengers with a target of one liter of gasoline for the distance traveled 300 kilometers.

Obama Taste Chevrolet Volt

2010-07-17T02:30:00.000-07:00

U.S. President, Barack Obama, have a chance to taste the Chevrolet Volt electric vehicle. The first exposure was done when the president made a visit to the Compact Power plant battery in the Netherlands (16 / 7), Mich. LG Chem, the holding of Compact Power, which makes the battery cells of the Chevrolet Volt.

In photographs released by GM, Barack Obama looks into the cabin, Chevrolet Volt and sit in it. And came out with an expression of joy. Until now, Obama is known strongly support the car industry - environmentally friendly cars.

Obama even wanted in 2015, hybrid car in America topped 1 million units. Government under Obama, Americans spend up to 2.4 billion U.S. dollars to develop electric vehicles and next-generation batteries like those used on the Chevrolet Volt.

As an electric car, the Chevrolet Volt itself capable of running with low emissions without any emissions at all even as far as 340 miles or about 574 km. And more fun again, no need to do when the battery starts charging overdrawn.

For up to 40 miles or 64 km first, the car was fully use electricity stored in a 16-kWh lithium-ion batteries. Not using fuel and produces no emissions. When the lithium-ion batteries has been reduced, or the combustion engine generator will operate for charging and extend the distance traveled up to 300 miles

Nissan Introduce Murano Diesel Model

2010-07-17T00:15:00.000-07:00

After two weeks ago announced the approximate price of diesel versions of the Nissan Murano facelift on the European continent, this week's Nissan Motor Co. (NMC) in Japan to introduce sport utility vehicle the Nissan Murano Diesel 2011.

As reported by autoevolution.com, Friday (16 / 7), NMC has called Murano engine redesign. In the combustion chamber fuel oil for example, air ducts were enlarged in order to accelerate the cooling process.

As a result, when compared with the previous Murano - also diesel-engined SUV front display is changed to follow function. Kesanya any fresher.

Gril now widen, because the surface water intake semain too big. To adjust to the changes in the size of the larger air intake, too, the front bumper was also redesigned and incorporate fog lamps Anyar model.

Kitchen pacemaker generation Murano was carrying the most brand new 2500 cc four-cylinder engine. That machine is capable of spraying workers claimed 190 horsepower and torque of 450 Newton meters.

Not only that fierce engine performance course offered by NMC. But, also fuel economy and low emissions. "The fuel consumption of 8 liters for 100 kilometers distance," I NMC.

As for CO2 emissions is only 21 grams per kilometer. Workers who sprayed machine was transferred to the wheels through the powertrain All Mode 4x4 system. Security system supported devices Brake Limited Slip Active Braking Diffrential.

Nissan also offers a 2500 cc engine type DCI. Type is a type of Murano was the highest in the clan.

Nissan calls the current reservation has been opened and the delivery of cars to the buyers started coming September. Manufacturers are called, in the regions of Europe, diesel SUV is expected to hold 90 percent of the market in its class. On the continent this facelift diesel Murano dibanderol £ 37 795 or about USD 523.08 million.

Toyota pulled back 92 Thousand Lexus and Crown in Japan

2010-07-16T17:53:00.000-07:00

Toyota pulled back 91 903 luxury vehicles, Crown and Lexus in Japan on Monday (5 / 7). This time the problem is damage to the valve springs and the most important components of the machine caused the declining quality of new cars. "We are sorry to inconvenience our customers. We hope to fix the problem as quickly as possible," said spokesman Paul Nolasco, Toyota Motor Company.

Toyota vehicles are drawn Lexus cars produced between July 2005 until August 2008, like the Lexus GS350, GS450h, GS460, IS350, LS460, LS600h, LS600hL, and Crown models. Analysts said the withdrawal was worsen consumer confidence, after Toyota President Akio Toyoda, vowed to shareholders to improve the quality checks on vehicles. "So it's hard for consumers to believe in Toyota, seen through the eyes of consumers as promised," Shotaro Noguchi, automotive analysts from Nomura Securities Co..

Quality problem facing the world's largest car manufacturer, affect the image of Toyota which is trying to get out of a massive global recall. Since last October, Toyota has attracted more than 8.5 million vehicles due to various problems, including problems on the accelerator, brake, and a damaged car rug.

Therefore, car manufacturers based in Japan was fined 16.4 million dollars in the United States, because it is slow to face the problem of withdrawal the cars. In addition, Toyota also faces more than 200 lawsuits in the U.S., is associated with the accident because of a damaged car, Toyota's vehicle sales price fell, and the decline in share value.

Reduce Oil, If We exceeded the Maximum Charge Alerts

2010-07-16T09:42:00.000-07:00

Changing the engine oil is nothing we can do it yourself at home. However, his knowledge of science and we need to remain well controlled. If incorrect, could cause a bad effect. Although including a simple job, several times found cases triggered by the mistakes surrounding the replacement of oil.

Encountered many cases that is when you fill the oil, the maximum limit not to be noticed that the oil exceeds a predetermined capacity. Supposedly, high engine oil should not exceed the mark "MAX" indicated on the dipstick. If you already passed the limit, you should subtract again with how to open oil pit that lies below. After briefly opened and then closed again by tightening bolts oil disposal. Then check back the quantity of oil through the dipstick.

The impact of excess engine oil did not directly reduce the driving comfort. But beware, because such conditions can reduce the ability of doing lubrication oil. Furthermore, we can guess, antarlogam friction in the engine went very rough, which in turn makes the components will be rapidly worn. In addition to lubrication that helps weaken the function of friction antarlogam place with smooth, too much oil also reduces the ability of cooling the engine.

As we know, in addition to lubrication, oil cooler also serves as metals rub against each other. Reduced power lubricating and cooling function that occurs because when the oil is too full, then the potential to immerse the crankshaft. If the component is submerged, the liquid oil will automatically terkocok-whipped. During this component of the engine's life will continue to move around.

Like an egg which if beaten too long will cause the foam, as well as liquid oil. Oli also be foamed, which indicates there are air bubbles in it. Well, the appearance of air bubbles and foam that's an indication of oil quality begins to decline. So, instead of the function and role of oil is interrupted, the better to prevent the emergence of bubbles is another way to reduce oil if it exceeds the mark "MAX" when filling.

Tips: When Driving in Rain

2010-07-16T09:15:00.000-07:00

The rainy season it sometimes becomes annoying for us as a rider. Not just the vehicle to be dirty, but the rain increases the risk of accidents.

Management must be increased vigilance when it rains. In addition to reduced visibility, the streets are also much more slippery than usual. Not to mention, the eye becomes tired quickly in conditions like this.

Here are some tips to minimize the risk of accidents when it rains.

1. Add a safe distance
If the normally dry time we must keep a distance two seconds into the next car, when the rain increase to 3 seconds. How to count them, muttering about 1001 ... 1001 ... 1003 as normal, when the cars reach the front of a sign on the road, such as electricity poles. If prior to reaching said '1003 'Your car has to sign it, then too close and must adjust the distance again. This safe distance is very important, because when wet braking distances become much longer even though the car had been equipped with ABS.

2. Avoid sudden maneuvers
Sudden maneuvers included acceleration, braking and turning, should be avoided. On slippery roads, maneuver easily makes the car uncontrollable. Control your car is more subtle than usual.

3. Light the lamp, not a hazard
Hazard switch on when the rain is a big mistake. Hazard made the driver behind our eyes get tired because flicker brightness. In addition, we can not make the Hazard light switch lanes when they want to Sein, also resulted in sensitivity of the rider on the back of the brake lights on our cars to be reduced. Risk was hit from behind even bigger. When very heavy rain, light fog lights or headlights normal. This alone is enough.

4. When the highway, avoid the right lane
Because of the toll road slightly convex contour, then drive on the right path to make you vulnerable hit a puddle. This can make a car lost control. In addition, when in the right lane, you are easily exposed to splashing water from the opposite lane, and this will greatly interfere with visibility.

5. Be careful tire lock
If we are forced to brake suddenly and the car was not equipped with ABS, be aware of symptoms of tire lock. Once the tire was locked, reduce slightly the brake pedal until the wheels spin again. when the tire lock, the car can not be controlled with the steering wheel and the longer distance pengeremannya.

6. Do not break floods
When we drove in the rain and met with standing water or flooding is better avoided and the search for a safe place.

Alfa Romeo in 1937, the World's Most Beautiful Car

2010-07-16T07:25:00.000-07:00

The car was created not only to demonstrate excellence or strength bodynya machine, but the car was also created as a beautiful art.

To create a list of the most beautiful car in the world, Forbes magazine asked a group of experts to judge and give his nomination. The jurors were asked to provide a list of cars in different eras and manufacturers that beauty is not indisputable.

In the list of the most beautiful cars in the world have Alfa Romeo output up to 1937 Porsche 911, which is still produced. All these cars have the appearance of an entire generation will be able to amaze.

From the results of the judging process, the car which was considered the most beautiful in the world and throughout history is the 1937 Alfa Romeo output. Even Rob Myers, founder of RM Auto, famous antique car auction houses in Canada, stating that the Alfa Romeo output in 1937 is one of the most beautiful thing in the world and throughout history.

Other vehicles from year 1937 are included in the list of most beautiful cars in the world are Delahaye 135MS Figoni et Falascgi and Mercedes-Benz 540K Special Roadster. While the output in 1938 was a year younger Talbot-Lago T-CSS.

Why are so many cars in the 1930s who get into this list? Motor vehicle production was reaching its highest point in terms of resources and enthusiasm in the period between World War I and World War II, which has brought production cars in that period to design and artistic levels are high.

Each model is updated at least every two years, and every year is produced with a different model from the previous year. Cars produced a serious work of art which has unique characteristics, unlike today, which is made from the model produced by another company.

Art Inspired by Ian Cameron, chief designer of the Rolls-Royce said that music is one of inspiration from the creation of a car. For the main designer of the Rolls-Royce 200EX this latest offering, creating a car can be likened to playing in a band. "You start with a session hours, and at some point be turned into a melody," he said.

Design plays an important role in the entry of a Porsche 911 on the list this time the world's most beautiful car. Although this model is not as attractive as other models in the list, but the fact that this model can survive during the last fifty years without any changes, which are indicators of the genius of its creator in the beginning years ago in 1960. This will be very difficult to expect from modern cars.

According to experts, the current car-makers did not bother to create designs that can have profound and high value to collectors. The lack of artistic beauty of the modern model is one result of financial difficulties experienced by the manufacturer of the world. According to experts, the cars produced today is nothing more than disposable diapers can be discarded. Pathetic is not it?

Nissan Launches Crossover Juke 15 RX in Japan

2010-07-15T21:34:00.000-07:00

Nissan launches new compact crossover, the All-New Juke 15 RX in Japan today. This vehicle will be marketed globally. Means the possibility of coming to Indonesia!

In Japan, Juke 15 RX, in accordance with a capacity of 1.5 liter engine used, dibandrol attractive enough price. Cheapest ¥ 1,690,500 and the most expensive 1.79025 million. Besides price, another interesting element of this car - other than appearance - is the fuel consumption. Nissan claims the fuel utilization of 19 km / liter! On the other hand, Juke buyers will also get tax rebates from the Government of Japan.

Dual injector
Economical fuel consumption, low emission and of course the Juke looks different than an SUV or crossover that has been there all along, will be very interesting. Economizes fuel consumption is obtained thanks to HR15DE engine uses the latest technology of Nissan, which is a double injector (twin-injection). Pengabutan result can be made closer to the cylinder and the results are much better. Machine capabilities are also highly qualified to produce energy, 84 kW (114PS) @ 6000 rpm.

As a multipurpose vehicle, Juke able to adapt so easily switch from the toll road to an increasingly jammed city streets. Section, set the engine torque is 150 Nm at 4000 rpm obtained. Another technology is Nissan's Variable Valve Timing or call CVTC.

Later (autumn) will also be marketed Juke version with 1.6 liter engines (MR16 DDT), which is equipped with a turbocharger. His ability with the conventional 2.5-liter engine.

For transmission, unites Nissan X-Tronic automatic transmission plus a very comfortable suspension. Nissan claims, acceleration ability Juke very steady, smooth, cool and fun stability encouraged speeding.

Interior
Equipped with "Intelligent Control Display" capable of serving various functions of information. Juke driver can easily operate the control panel to select the desired operation of three models: Normal, Sport and Evo-Drive.

Characteristic of this car is rear door handle of the "hidden" or installed on the rear door pillar. As a result, a versatile SUV has a round appearance from the outside similar to a sports kupe two doors.

Using headlamps are large and round. Rear combination lamps are also presenting a typical figure of Nissan sports car, Z, shaped like a boomerang shape. Penpilan interesting is the large fenders and rounded, making the compact SUV looks sturdy and macho.

Other additional Juke is accompanied P215/55R17 tires with ABS and EBD. Nissan's target to sell 1300 units / month. Now, if you really kesengsem, buy direct to Japan!

4x4 SUV That Can Be Helicopter

2010-07-15T19:22:00.000-07:00

This helicopter as Autobot in the Transformers movie because it can turn into ground vehicles SUV 4 x 4. Maybe someday, this versatile helicopter will be used by U.S. forces in Iraq and Afghanistan to help them avoid the threat of roadside bombs.

Vehicle design is very futuristic. Is the most innovative design ideas from the development of aircraft-based AVX Texas.

This vehicle can carry four soldiers and a complete 250-mile journey overland and air travel with a single fuel tank.

The company said the developer, every soldier is guaranteed to drive a vehicle flying at the same time without having to have a pilot's license.

Jet motor which is used as the driving engine while flying directly to adjust when the vehicle was turned into an SUV 4 x 4. The amendment only takes a minute.

"This vehicle is very suitable for use in Iraq and Afghanistan, where troops often face the danger of roadside bombs," said a company spokesman.

Today the Pentagon is considering design problems. Design is important because the safety of soldiers is the first priority, both at the time in the air or when moving on land.

AVX this kind of vehicle can fly with a speed of 140 mph, is on the road with a speed of 86 mph and 30 mph on the battlefield.

This vehicle can carry about 520 kg of fuel. "However, the company has not thought to produce these vehicles for commercial purposes, although the current prototype of this vehicle in progress," he said.

Black Box for American Cars

2010-07-13T22:41:00.000-07:00

Number of recall action around the world to make the government of the United States. Now, to solve it, the world's giant computer manufacturer Intel prepares new safety technology, the Black Box.

Same function as in an airplane. Integrated with the computerized car systems, so that the various actions or events recorded up to mengedintifikasi traffic signs. For events outside the vehicle, the tool will rely on cameras and sensors that function in the car.

"Vehicle-new vehicle, it was possible existence of a camera inside or outside the car. The truth is not something new, but if you integrate a camera and GPS (global positioning system), the result is incredible," said Intel Chief Technology Office, Justin Rattner told The New York Times.

Technology created by Intel will be able to record the event in the form of videos 30 seconds. With this evidence, it can be known what caused the accident. Technical factors or negligence of the driver.

Remarkably again, this technology seems to have a competitive price. Because, all the components that are used practically in the latest release of the car.

"In the next few years, this means only half the price of a new GPS device or security system," said Rattner.

The ability of this tool has been tested on the Smart Fortwo last month, which includes equipment nirekabel system's WiMax-based 4G. This system allows the car has a fast internet connection data (high-speed Internet data).

This is the Frontman of China's Automotive

2010-07-13T20:55:00.000-07:00

China became a country with such a rapid industrial development, including in the automotive field. Additionally, "Interior Panda" is also a potential market. Not surprisingly, many of the principals turned the car world.

This is the fifth driver or could be called "frontman" China's automotive industry that need to be listened to.

Li Shu Fu
This led the man smiles Geely Automobile Holding Co. Ltd. which is one of the largest automobile manufacturers in China. Born from a family of poor farmers without good education, the business originally was in the field of tourism with a Polaroid photograph of services for tourists in China.

After have the capital, Li immediately moved to two-wheel automotive sector as pamasok components. Drawing on the experience and know the automotive world, he also played in the car industry.

Geely which he led to China's first company capable of acquiring a Volvo. "If the acquisition plan comes two years ago, we would be laughed at. But now, another condition and we've got a Volvo," Li said, as reported by Chinacartimes.

Currently Geely not only have a Volvo, but also the DSI (the largest manufacturer of transmission components in the world) and LTI (London Taxi manufacturer).

Shou Fu Jie
Key mover in the country's automotive industry. Born in July 1963, Fu led the second-largest automotive manufacturer in China, Guangzhou Auto. A number of principals of the world, such as Toyota and Honda, had embraced as a partner.

At the intersection, he moved to Changfeng Auto with a production focus to the type of sport utility vehicle (SUV) is the favorite in China. However, Guangzhou and eventually acquire Changfeng Fu returned to his old company with a lot of hands touch the cold.

Ding Lei
Have worked with America's largest car manufacturer makes the name fairly heard in the West. In China, Ding-led joint venture Shanghai GM.

He has the educational background of graduates of the University of Fu and Nuclear Engineering Department. Beginning his career began while working with Volkswagen and SAIC then transferred to a special project of Shanghai Pudong Auto Project (early name of Shanghai-GM merger).

His career continued to climb. He helped save the downfall of GM in its home country and making China the largest market outside the U.S.. In addition, Ding also helped GM paid more attention to markets outside the U.S., including China and India.

Bin Chen Po
In China's automotive environment, a leader of Dongfeng-Honda was the most influential. His career began with work at the Dongfeng since 1987. Dongfeng is the beginning of cooperation with the Citroen. Chen also served as public relations to be trusted in 1992.

Advantages are familiar with the characteristics of local markets to make up to general manager position. On his journey, Chen had successfully anchored to Nissan and to boost sales to 500,000 units per year. Now he's back to the Dongfeng-Honda and pursuing greater sales figures by selling products, the CR-V and Civic.

Wang Chuan Fu
Same as Ding Lei, Wang Chuan Fu is better known in the West. He was born in 1966 and studied at Central South University studying metallurgy to obtain a master's degree.

Wang Chuan Fu is a "battery man," because it has a deep knowledge about manufacture of battery technology. He is believed to lead the company Qingyuan government as the largest producer of batteries and then entered the automotive industry. Unfortunately, the company went bankrupt due to lack of product sales.

Wang then worked hard and still struggling in the automotive industry. The result, the latest model BYD F3 becomes the best-selling products in China and other models followed, such as the F6 and F0, which became the beginning of BYD's electric cars.

Barely there, BYD's electric-powered sedan E3 was he produces. Problem production of environmentally friendly vehicles, BYD's most productive and competitive.