VW Touareg MPV 2011 Less estimated But Seven Passenger

Figures reveal that the car had not been officially launched by camouflaged form considered stale for Volkswagen. To illustrate what the new generation Touareg in 2011, Volkswagen used the figure of how the vehicle is advertised in beskala artificial model (model scale) aka toy mobi.

The first impression there is little change due to application of the design language of the common thread in all the latest variant of VW parts the hood plus a more sloping. As a result, seen passing, this new generation Touareg became more like a large MPV than SUV (probably did not originally like that).

As a result, a typical SUV fierce impression that once dominated her face, now turned into a little soft. But this is increasingly emphasized that this vehicle is really a new Touareg.

Latest news states that the new model will be slightly smaller than the first generation Touareg. Although smaller. This luxury SUV is expected to offer a passenger capacity of 7 people who are not accommodated by previous generations

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BMW X3 2011

2011 BMW X3 development reportedly will launch this crossover to the market ahead of Mercedes-Benz GLK and Audi Q5. Although only in the form of computer renderings illustrating, at least this is about someone who became one of BMW mainstay later.

Engineering drawings were made berasarkan the paparazzi photos that caught the X3 road test with a masked figure, but still captured the form of bumpers and headlights that appear lower than its predecessor.

Side body style game filled with concave-convex design is mixed in such a way to bring the impression of more 'muscular' and more like the X5, compared to the current model.

Business machines there did not seem significant changes with the choice of two diesel and two petrol engines. Hybrid version of its report was in progress, but there is no official news about it.

Mercedes-Benz R-Class 2011 Estimated form

Mercedes-Benz expected to launch a face-lift R-Class MPV end of this year with a touch back on the bumper, velek, and lighting design. This image is a rendering of the expected results resemble the production version.

Updates on the R-Class this time, face-lift mark the third time, still with the same platform when launched in 2005.

R-Class is currently a face-lift performed in 2007, which bears as an entry-level model of the rear wheel well berpenggerak a seven seater vehicle in the line of Mercedes-Benz products.

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2011 VW Golf R Econo n Powerful

When Ford Focus RS 350hp power present, VW Golf GTI was helpless in the world 'hot hatch' with a 210hp strength. So VW needs new players to the game can run with lower R new Golf R32 lawas variant replaces 3.2-liter V6 engine. Golf R slinder only use 4, but he was wonderful, more powerful and more efficient!

4-cylinder engine capacity of 2.0 liter TSI turbo 270hp develops power with 350Nm of torque reaching completed a dual-clutch DSG gearbox which carve 0-100 km / h in 5.5 seconds while the manual transmission in 5.7 seconds.

Golf R32 needs 10.7 liters of fuel for 100km (9.34 km / liter), while the Golf R only needs 8.4 liters for 100 km (11.9 km / liter), 21% more efficient than R32. CO2 emissions in the affairs of the two figures differ 255/195 g / km.

Golf R TSI engine developing extraordinary powers through a turbocharger pressure 1.2 bar, enhanced with intercooler. Engine weighs only 152kg is fully controlled by electronic engine management system with the E-Gas. To compensate for the aggressive energy surge, having strengthened cylinder block. Similarly, the piston rod, the engine component down to the bolts.

The system relies on driving 4MOTION all-wheel drive VW recent systemedisi claimed more advanced than R32 and capable of distributing engine power to each axle intelligently according to road conditions.

To handle contours of the road, this vehicle is armed with sophisticated suspension model McPherson Struts in front and multi-link suspension at the rear wheel 25mm lower than the standard Golf. Equipped with dynamic chassis control with three levels of violence settings: Normal, Sport and Comfort.

Compensate for the engine power, armed Golf R 17-inch disc brakes and a new well-ventilated, have a specific-R in the piston caliper shiny black with a unique R logo. The fourth disc protected behind Talladega velek Sterling Silver alloy wheels wrapped in 255/40 R18 tires of dimension 235/35 R19 and as an optional facility.

Ford Ka 2010 Comes with New Features

Latest Edition Ford Ka is ready to burst the market this year and brought a new design language Ford's Kinetic Design. Besides being one of the best mini car, he also comes with a good range of options with the level of diesel or gasoline engines.

Generating energy on the choice mesih remain 1.2-liter petrol engine and 69hp-powered 1.3-liter diesel engine-powered 75hp, but the Ford Ka have different variants. The standard version such as Studio, Edge and Zetec which comes with standard fittings as you would expect in an urban hatchback.

If you want an abundance of features, then you have to choose which edition Titanium velek fortified with 16-inch alloy wheels, an audio package with a more advanced device speakers, amplifiers and subwoofers are better at lapisisan chrome door handles, door handle baggage and tailpipe tip , and automatic temperature control (Electronic Automatic Temperature unit / EATC).

Ford also offers a new package for those who want to equip their cars with luxury goods, namely Ka Grand Prix with 16-inch alloy wheels velek bars 7, rear spoiler, chrome exhaust pipe and the device exterior and interior of the Grand Prix can be ordered.

On top of that there's more to the completeness Ka Digital equivalent of Gran Prix, but with a digital-style package that also can be ordered according to customer's desires. And the last is Ka Tattoo to handle the new models on the doors and trunk lid, scuff plates and unique exterior and interior Tattoo. This edition has a variant Premium interior with leather upholstery.

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Ford January 2010 Flash News

China overtake the United States as the largest car market in the world in 2009. Although now the car manufacturers, including Ford, have operated factories in China with a maximum capacity, the needs of the country's car orders bamboo curtain still can not be achieved due to the high demand mobile unit there.

At the beginning of this year, Ford has shown 2011 Ford Focus new generation to the public at the Detroit Auto Show 2010 or the so-called North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). Latest Focus will be offered to consumers with a choice of four doors and five door (hatchback).

Ford Motor Company has also created RUTH (Robotized Unit for Tactility & Haptics) to evaluate the touch and appearance of the surface and control in a vehicle that

evaluation results obtained are not subjective but more scientific. Ford claims to be the first to use robots as RUTH, a mechanical hand-shaped robot.

Ford also announced on January 12 and that they would increase investment of U.S. $ 450 to plan their production of electric cars, in order to the construction of an assembly center hybrid cars, plug-in hybrid and electric cars in Michigan beginning in early 2012. This is the addition of Ford's plan to invest U.S. $ 550 for the removal of Michigan Assembly Plant into a modern assembly plant to produce the latest generation Ford Focus due to begin this year and the car battery is the Ford Focus Electric in 2011.

Hybrid Mitsubishi Evo XI Sketch

First time that comes to mind when hearing the word 'Mitsubishi Evolution' is equipped with turbo-powered engine almost 300hp, double clutch, all-wheel drive vehicles to the rally and a series of DNA technology thrill. But news that appears states that Mitsubishi plans to launch next-generation Lancer Evolution uses only hybrid engine.

If the battery can not be considered performance, then it is a false assumption though not entirely wrong. The reason is explained how the news system of all-wheel drive hybrid vehicles into a special potion.

This is not just a motor that provides energy assistance to the gasoline engine. According to the rumor that the hybrid drive system to channel the energy 63hp electric motor to the front wheels only, while the gasoline engine turbo 320hp rear wheel rotation handle.

That is, if both are active then the total energy obtained is 350hp. Power was quite capable of launching vehicles to touch 96.5 km / h in 4.5 seconds, or faster than about 0.4 seconds the current generation Evolution.

In addition, these settings allow hybrid Evo XI driven by electricity only at a certain distance. Electric motors are also able to contribute forces to help make torque at low speed acceleration, similar to hybrid technology applications in the Lexus GS and LS series.

Mitsubishi Evo XI also reported to be carrying the active steering and active roll control suspension. Both these features intended to increase the agility of the vehicle. Meanwhile, for the brutal menjinakan yag engine power distributed to the rear wheels, Evo XI equipped with a new version of active yaw control system is electronically controlled.

Indeed the picture above is only a sketch, but it will at least feel a little less curious about what kind of shape Lancer Evolution XI next generation.

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GM and Spyker Saab Reach Agreement Sales

Employee Swedish car manufacturer Saab brand for a while it can breathe. The reason, Wednesday (27 / 1) is GM has announced that it has reached an agreement with the Dutch sports car maker Spyker in Saab sales.

GM Vice President of Planning and Alliances John Smith said that the deal is expected to reach the final in February. Thus, the suspension of the wind-down (wind-down: the company reduces operations gradually in order to stop the closure of operations at all) will be announced soon.

"The announcement today is good news for employees, dealers and suppliers of Saab, including good news for millions of consumers and Saab enthusiasts around the world and of course good news for GM," Smith said in his speech.

Spyker CEO Victor Muller said the company plans to form a new business called Spyker Saab Automobiles. Both brands will continue to be marketed with their name already exists.

Muller also said that in recent weeks that the ownership saab will help the company to share development costs, and provides an opportunity to increase sales through a network of Saab dealers.

Despite having a market value of less than U.S. $ 85 million, Spyker will pay GM cash U.S. $ 75 million in addition to U.S. $ 325 million in special stock to a new Saab.

new VW Polo Reach Degree Car of the Year 2010

VOLKSWAGEN be proud of this moment, the article on Monday (25 / 1), one of the production model, The New Polo, managed to snatch the title as the Car of the Year 2010. This award was received by the Chairman of the Board of Management of Volkswagen AG Wolfsburg, Germany Dr. Martin Winterkorn.

In his speech Winterkorn gave a special revelation to the Volkswagen team: "It takes a strong team to create winning cars like the new Polo. I'm very proud of the Volkswagen Group with a solid team and passionately in creating the new Polo with leading technology, best quality and security features affordable for all walks of life. "

The jury consists of 59 leading journalists from 23 European countries have chosen the best cars at the end of last November 2009. The jury has evaluated the benefits of each of the 33 competitors, and then left with 7 finalists and ultimately the jury decided that the new Polo came out as winners.

Besides the crown of "Car of the Year", The new Polo has also won several awards since its appearance in May 2009 last month. Prestigious awards that have been achieved include: Green and Golden Steering Wheel dariSpring Verlag, Best Car of 2009 from Auto Motor and Sport Auto Trophy from Autozeitung. The new Polo is also awarded five stars for Euro NCAP safety tests.

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GM Production Own Electric Vehicle Hybrid Motor

General Motor (GM) will expand the development capabilities of their own electric vehicle with the first car manufacturer in the United States (U.S.) that designs and manufactures motors litrik for hybrid vehicles and plug-in hybrid in the future.

GM has stated that their first electric motor to start in the rear-wheel drive system two-mode hybrid (rear-wheel drive Two-mode hybrid system). This new system uses a unique two-motor design and the combustion engine to provide fuel efficiency pebaikan compared with two-mode hybrid technology used in vehicles GM pickups and SUVs today.

Is GM will use the next-generation Two-mode hybrid system on the pickups and SUVs seem still to be seen, but the idea applies to the Cadillac sporty rear-wheel drive hybrid seems a very smart idea.

Electric motors will be manufactured in the U.S. and GM has invested for more than U.S. $ 246 million to realize it.

Cycle Lexus SC Closed with The Eternal Jewel

Gait Lexus SC models is long enough. He entered the market since July 1991 and later models will soon be replaced. To mark the occasion presents itum Lexus SC430 has a special edition entitled 'The Eternal Jewel'..

Vehicle design is born from Calty Design Research Center, Toyota, based in Newport Beach, California, the Lexus SC only underwent two major revisions, and this time is expected to last revision.

The Eternal Jewel will be released in Japan to assert 'production cycle' model near the end of the SC. Produced in limited quantities only 200 units. Interor presented in color and exterior with an exclusive selection of more assertive with the serial number plates and unique emblem in the center console.

The question is, what will be the successor model of SC coupe? Until now none of the Lexus concept car that can be expected to be a substitute for the former model was created to rival the Mercedes-Benz SLK is.

Development Lexus LF-Ch concept seems to lead to a two-door hatchback in the performance-oriented that may be entered into the Lexus production line, but not targeted to the same markets with hard-top convertible coupe SC who will soon retire.

GM and Spyker Approaching Point of Light

After bidding process tug sports car maker Spyker for the purchase of GM's Saab that has passed the deadline on January 7 last, the two companies are reportedly close to a bright spot.

According to the Financial Times from a source close to negotiations said that the agreement will be done early this week. However, some obstacles still must be overcome before making a final announcement.

The report, quoted by Bloomberg said, despite an offer from a group Genii leader Bernie Ecclestone signed the list, is believed Spyker will be the only bidders who are still loyal to the interest.

Some sources say that Bloomberg's bid for Spyker offered U.S. $ 75 million in cash including U.S. $ 325 million in special stock to a new Saab. If GM agrees, the deal is expected to maintain the liquidity of U.S. $ 100 million of existing Saab.

Another source added that GM would sell the Spyker Saab if Russian businessman Vladimir Antonov as chairman and major shareholder of the company Spyker's out.

Meanwhile, spokesman of the Genii said the company remained interested in the Saab, despite knowing Spyker is still a favorite bidder.

"We've worked hard, unfortunately, time is not on our side. We are glad to hear Victor (Muller, CEO Spyker) and persistence to buy a Saab. He would be a perfect owner for Saab in the future," said Lars Carlstroem of Genii to Bloomberg.

Although negotiations continued, GM has started the process of wind-down, which is a process in which a company reduces operations gradually in order to stop the closure of operations at all. That process has started running since last month.

While GM's boss Ed Whitacre said his company rejected the last offer of Spyker. Spyker mesih and during the negotiation process, there is no good reason for GM to stop the wind-down process is taking place at the legendary Swedish car manufacturer is.

Suzuki Don't Want to Be Part of the VW Group

Speaks to reporters last week, CEO Osamu Suzuki Suzuki tried to dismiss fears that the company will reportedly be one of Volkswagen's business. He said he would reject any approach which aims to have a large stake in Suzuki.

This statement came after the two companies announced that Volkswagen has bought shares of Japanese automakers that for 19.9% a month ago.

"When Suzulki become larger companies and successful, Volkswagen may be interested in buying more of our shares," said Suzuki told reporters.

"If that happens, maybe Suzuki will respond by saying, 'Let us continue as such'," he stated.

Suzuki added that he did not want to see a company founded by his grandfather into the 12 brand owned by VW.

Volkswagen Chairman Ferdinand Piech once commented that he could see the portfolio enables companies to grow into 12 brands).

Although not yet indicated any plans, industry observers expect the German giant will eventually try to increase its stake in Suzuki. This is part of the strategy and ambition to become number one car manufacturer in the world at the upcoming 2018.

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Peugeot scooter E-Vivacty Present This Year

Peugeot the first time produce an electric scooter (skutrik) en masse in 1996 capable of exploring 40km, and this time Peugeot will return to present skutrik E-Vivacity at the end of the year that offers more and more.

E-Vivacity is expected to be sold in large numbers each year. Local government and urban public services interested in establishing a clean vehicle fleet has expressed interest in these environmentally friendly vehicles.

Unlike the 1996 output skutrik using nickel-cadmium batteries to power the cruising is only 40km, E-Vivacity uses Lithium-ion battery that can operate Cobalt as far as 80 to 100km depending on the type of use.

This battery is placed under the storage space, keeping a place to store your helmet. Lithium-ion battery Cobalt has a lot of progress. He could at least deal with intensified charge 1000 times without causing danger or memory effect which means he is able to operate premises total mileage of more than 40.000km on nomal usage.

Battery Management System will monitor the charging and temperature usur different elements to ensure the security of the system. The battery will be fully charged in about four hours of charging voltage to 230 Volts 16 Ampere strong currents that are available through the socket under the seat.

Although to achieve 100% charge takes four hours, but this battery will reach the condition of 80% in the first two hours, while the last two hours are used to level out monoblocs.

Bimota DB8 hard So Cheap ??

Bimotathe Italian motorcycle manufacturer whose name is derived exclusively from the two letters from each of the three founders, Bianchi, Morri and Tamburini. They have carved his name into the latest chassis component manufacturer and workmanship body plus a power source of the best motorcycle manufacturer in the world of Ducati.

Today they released a new motorcycle called DB8 Biposto (aka berboncengan means can be two riders). Unlike his predecessor DB7 using expensive materials like carbon fiber and titanium, the new DB8 just use a simple plastic and steel chromoly.

Suspension also uses a lower spec. Still, they maintain the look just does not reduce the quality and features fully adjustable at the front and rear that make this vehicle prices remain at a premium.

The engine used in the ranks of the top engine is Ducati 1198 Testastretta Evoluzione engine that offers an abundance of power to 170hp with 107Nm of torque. Bimota DB8 Bipesto offered at a price of 23,000 Euros Whew! ... It was still expensive huh?

Mazda5 figure at Geneva Exhibition

Geneva Motor Show this year, Mazda will present new generation, known as the Mazda5 Mazda Premacy in Japan the local market. He has the same design language with which the base Mazda3.

This form is called the emotional or the designs of Japanese language called Nagare, which means 'flow'. Whatever it is, what is important, he seemed cool as a minivan. The new car also experienced significant improvements in efficiency and emissions.

Power source using the gasoline engine direct injection 2.0-liter i-stop tech system and transmission 6-speed manual with optimized gear ratios. He is 15% cleaner than the model it replaces. Another option is a 1.8-liter gasoline engine.

Commenting on the concept of development, the program manager Mazda5 Hideki Matsuoka said: "Recent Mazda5 meet various needs of today's consumers. In a single model, we offer economical performance to meet the needs of current market trends with our characteristic emotional design."

He added that carrying the Mazda5 features sliding rear doors are very functional and a variety of settings seating position, while delivering a fantastic convenience through a linear control characters and accurately respond to the driver wishes.

Mitsubishi Will Launches RVR / ASX on March 2010

Mitsubishi RVR announces it will launch a crossover version of the European market at the Geneva Motor Show next March. The vehicle is also known as the Mitsubishi ASX.

In Europe, the ASX is equipped with a diesel engine 1.8-liter turbocharged direct injection as an option manual transmission mated with a 6-speed. This new engine also brings fuel saving feature, a feature Automatic Stop & Go.

In Japan itself, Mitsubishi RVR / ASX is powered by a 1.8-liter gasoline engine is mated with a CVT automatic transmission model. Indeed, it has kendaaan drive system all-wheel drive, while if it functioned in a 2 wheel drive, only the front wheels are active (front-wheel drive).

Specifications Mitsubishi RVR Japanese Version:

Length: 4.295mm

Width: 1770 mm

Height: 1.615mm

Axle distance: 2.670mm

419 liters of luggage capacity

Weight: 1360

Engine: 4 cylinder DOHC MIVEC

Engine capacity: 1798

Maximum power: 138hp@6.000rpm

Maximum torque: 175Nm@4.200rpm

Fuel consumption average: 15.38 km / liter (2WD) / 15.15 km / liter (4WD)

Transmission System: CVT

Tire size: 215/65 R16

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New figures Kia Sportage

Sportage, Kia's CUV, its existence in Indonesia seems stagnant, but not in the country of origin. The reason is, we found a row of pictures on a site that comes from leaks originating from the European patent office who described the whole CUV (cossover utility vehicle) Sportege future generations.

At first glance, many took the Sportage design style of his brother, Sorento. Vehicles that use a base Kia Kue concept shown in 2007, it carried the vehicle design grille design which was developed by designer Peter Schreyer which characterizes all the latest Kia models.

New Sportege, using the same platform used by the Tucson ix35 replacement. Maintaining layout 'compact SUV' today, Sportage is an alternative option for the seven seater Sorento is more spacious.

Kia Sportage seemed to be offered in two castes. In the entry-level variant of Si, while the variant SLi offered with more complete features. Another possibility is a variant of the top models 'platinum' which is currently offered in the ranks of the Grand Carnival and Sorento.

Looking at current trends, it looks like Kia Sportage will have Daytime Running Lights feature integrated with the main light house. As for the engine, it seems he will use the same engine with ix35 the 2.0-liter gasoline engine power of about 165hp and diesel engine R-series 2.0-liter-powered around 140hp.

Vehicle sometime this beautiful design will be reaching the market ... we wait.

BMW Release 3 Series Coupe Pics and New Convertible

BMW reveal details and pictures 3 Series Coupe and Convertible models have a new 2011 face-lift, enhanced drive system in the 328i, and a new engine for turbocharged 6-cylinder 335i. Turbo engine with code N55 is a 3.0-liter engine in line 6 cylinder.

BMW seems to have been reluctant to try V6 engine. But no problem, because N55 is a sophisticated machine capable of producing 300hp and 407Nm of torque. This machine is based on the N54 engine 6-cylinder used in the 3 Series coupe and convertible are currently available, but the turbo comes with a new type of device more efficient.

These machines also carry the Valvetronic system, the intelligent valve regulation system that can improve energy and reduce fuel consumption. These engines are matched with the transmission 6-speed manual or 6-speed STEPTRONIC automatic.

Because on paper this torque force is formed at a lower rpm than the previous models, this machine should be much faster. 3 Series Coupe equipped with this engine and manual gearbox, capable of accelerating 0-60 miles / hour (0-96,5 km / h) in 5.3 seconds. But primarily the fuel efficiency of N55 is claimed 10% more efficient.

Another variant is the 328i engine 6-cylinder 3.0 liter (N52) but without the turbocharger. He has power 250hp and 271Nm of torque. Den rngan to be more efficient, this machine uses the engine block of Aluminum / magnesium, hollow camshaft, camshaft cover of plastic, improving the engine, the latest Double VANOS camshaft control, fuel injection pressure is higher, sophisticated engine electronics, an electric coolant pump, oil pump and variable-volume oil cooler.

Indeed, the 3 Series Coupe and Convertible have the same design with the 2010 model which is already present since last year. To be more fresh, front bumper is made more slender, and there is little change in the use of headlights and LED technology at the rear lights.

Luxury Cars Chrysler Donate for Quake Victims Haiti

A powerful earthquake left Haiti victims buried under collapsed buildings countless. As the impact of natural disasters, they are much needed rescue measures, medical action, food and clean water. Contribute a luxury car for disaster victims seem to sound useless, but not for the new Chrysler CEO Olivier Francois.

Olivier brought Chrysler C300 luxury sedan on the red carpet at the Golden Globe Awards (GGA) on Sunday, and then invited some 300 celebrities to sign them in the luxury car body. Among them appear Samuel L Jackson, Sandra Bullock, Morgan Freeman, Sigourney Weaver and Neil Patrick Harris and other celebrities who attended the GGA.

The vehicle is specially designed to the specifications 'eco' with material cork, bamboo and recycled materials results in the interior. This car was donated personally by Francois to be included in a charity auction. Profits will be donated the American Red Cross in an effort to help natural disaster in the island Caribbean.

General Motors (GM) was not to be outdone by auctioning off the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Special Edition is rare at the Barrett-Jackson auction in Scottsdale, Arizona USA.

Rare Corvette Donate to Disaster

See impacts of natural disasters in the island nation of Haiti, the General Motors (GM) took the initiative to participate in helping the victims of these terrible disasters. GM contributed to the Corvette 427 Limited Edition through the auction will be held by the Barrett-Jackson auction.

The car itself is the last 427 special edition 2008 Corvette Z06 emblems bearing the '427 '. This number is legendary among the ranks of Corvette, describes the size of its engine capacity of 427 cubic inch 7.0 liter-powered alias 505hp

Barrett-Jackson will auction a rare vehicle Saturday (Sat 23 / 1) tomorrow, in Scottsdale Arizona. Auction proceeds will be donated to the American Red Cross disaster relief fund Haiti. Previously GM also has disbursed grants amounting to U.S. $ 100 thousand.

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Kia Ray Hybrid Concept Will Present in Chicago Auto Show

KIA Motors is currently preparing their new concept car that will be displayed at the Chicago Auto Show 2010. The figure in the vehicle named Kia Ray in the form of the official release has a unique taillights.

Kia Ray is the vehicle plug-in hybrid that is a picture of Kia's green programs in the future. Platform concept would seem hibryd used Kia models that will come, but it is unlikely that vehicles will be the Kia design language that will come.

Kia Ray designed at Kia's American design studios released only in an illustration. There's no other details about this vehicle and it seems we must wait until the Chicago Auto Show going to get any further to what is really shown by Kia through Ray Plug-in hybrid it.

But most likely, will carry the Kia Ray drive system similar to that used by Kia Blue-will. We tungu it.

Brand New American Motorcycle

If you hear the phrase American motorcycles, which can certainly occur to you more than 99% spontaneous said Harley-Davidson (HD). No one did, because The Motor Company has long controlled most of the people fanstasi United States.

There is a group of motor which came mostly from young people who want something more sporting than what is offered by HD. To answer that, it forms a new motorcycle factory that was established in the U.S. with products Motus Motorcycles.

This company has some big plans to change the perception that American motorcycles are identical to the slow, noisy and the engine-powered V-Twin giant. The first stance was launched by Motus is to present sport touring motorcycles MTS-01 that use American-made V4 engine.

Just understand this machine dibidani chapters by a familiar name with the classic V8 engine Amerika.Katech, Michigan-based company which is a supplier of engines for General Motors and Pratt & Miller Corvette racer, 1.650cc engine cam design-in block, two valves per cylinder capable of generating estimated 140hp with a torque of 162.7 Nm beyond.

Modernization is done by applying direct injection technology for gasoline engines can be more powerful and cleaner. We expected to find more motorcycles and Motus new engine in the coming months.

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Rossi Was Finish Ferrari F1 Test One Day Session

MotoGP Star Valentino Rossi said he was delighted after completing the first day of test driving a Ferrari F2008 formula in Catalonia.

Ferrari gave Rossi a two-day test drive in exchange for won F1 world championship motorcycle racing in the six major categories last season and his ninth overall.

Tests conducted by Ferrari's Corse Clienti department has been designed as a gift for Rossi and Ferrari refused to comment on whether the activity is a positive signal indicating Rossi's move to F1.

Although initially had twisted two times, Rossi drove immediately to reach with the speed of the machine that won the World Championship and scored the fastest lap time record of 1 minute 25.2 seconds and finished 68 laps in Barcelona's circuit.

"I'm happy. It's a good test, though had a slight problem because the track was still wet in the morning so that the tires lose power cengkramnya," Rossi said.

"fortunately the track dried in the afternoon, so I can use a slick tire types and can improve the record time," he added.

Former runner-up Felipe Massa Formula 1 will be back at the wheel car on Friday. He had missed due to headaches as a result of injuries sustained when the head of Hungarian GP in August.

Massa has completed the test session using a 2007 specification car at Mugello and Fiorano late last year in an effort to obtain certainty whether the physical is still allowed to come back down on the track or not.

Just like Rossi, the car will use the tires as GP2 test in accordance with regulations designed to cut overall costs.

"Just like cars and tracks, I think, is very important to spend all day on the track for generating self-confidence," said Massa.Setelah spent time in Fiorano and Mugello, this would be a good opportunity to re-accelerate the vehicle on a challenging track, " Massa continued.

GM top brass Challenge Ford Pickup fighting Strength

Journalists from pickuptrucks.com talking with General Motors Vice Chairman of Global operations Tom Stephens at the Detroit Auto Show. And during the conversation, Stephen prides GM Duramax diesel engine that will be used in pick-up of heavy duty Chevrolet and GMC.

This is a very rare moment, a critical spirit in discussing GM with a new engine until it came out a statement that smelled challenges:

"You know what I wanted to do to prove it? I want to pick-up our backs to each other aligned with the pick-up Ford (new Super Duty Powerstroke engines). After that I wanted both of them connected by a chain and then attract each other. I believe the pick - we can beat up pick-up they (Ford), "Stephens said excitedly.

After ensuring the seriousness of Stephen, editor Mike Levine pickuptrucks.com contact Ford to see if they are interested in the challenge. Although not a formal response, but Levine was ready to be a referee and ready to spread the 'pull the chain' in Texas to try his strength two vehicles carrying the goods.

Let's see what Ford's response in America about the challenge posed oleh General Motors Vice Chairman of Global operations Tom Stephens.

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China Manufacturers Car, BYD Target 800 Thousand Units in 2010

ACCORDING to news from Detroit Motor Show this week, with as much success selling more than 450 thousand units in 2009, car manufacturers target the achievement of China BYD 800 thousand units in 2010 which was encouraged for the global market. This was disclosed by leader of the export of Henri BYD Li told journalists who attended the event.

He said that BYD is in early talks with a number of potential importers. However, in the absence of the right version of the vehicle in bersetir BYD production line, making the presence of these vehicles will be delayed until about two years for countries that adopt the right wheel.

BYD was founded in 2003. One of the investors is the U.S. investor Warren Buffett last year that the funds injected around U.S. $ 247 million into this company.

According to Buffett, as he told Fortune magazine last year, the founder of BYD, Wang Chuan-Fu, is described by Buffet is a combination of Thomas Edison and former chairman of General Electric (GE) Jack Welch. Jack Welch was named by Fortune as 'Manager Century'.

"In a technical problem, he (Wang Chuan-Fu) like Thomas Edison, and act like Welch when taking a decision. I've never seen anything like it before," said Buffet.

January last year, BYD hybrid F3DM displays run by the 1.0-liter gasoline engine and electric motor. By combining the power output of about 166hp and 400Nm of torque, BYD claims can explore F3DM around 580km.

As was customary other vehicle manufacturers, who liked to China in the affairs of duplicate copy, BYD has been criticized and ridiculed because they produce a vehicle that looks very similar to the vehicle models made by Mercedes-Benz and Toyota.

Europeans Mercedes Offer SL and SLK Dark Colors

If you want a Mercedes-Benz convertible, but not like the SLS and the SLK in a unique color options silver, apparently not a problem anymore. The reason Mercedes-Benz gives a choice of SL and SLK Night Edition Grand Edition. Unfortunately this offer is only valid in Europe.

For Night Edition SL, Mercedes AMG adds 19-inch velek five bars with a layer of two-tone and silver brake caliper, the main light and dark behind, and special emblems on front fenders are also additional options designo black paint matte black Magno.

The interior uses black nappa leather upholstery, chrome trim, arrow-shaped stitching on contrasting colored upholstery, sports steering wheel, levers and buttons, black ceiling heating system plus named Airscarf system.

SLK Grand Edition also gets the same treatment. Velek 18 inches, silver fins on the hood, headlights accentuate color, additional brake lights, and paint color standards designo graphite.

The inside was filled with the theme gray, leather nappa leather, red stitching yarn is striking, and the Grand Edition logo embossed on the glove box.

Both of these vehicles can be ordered in Germany starting price of 2300 Euros or the equivalent of millions to SLK Rp30.6 Grand Edition and 3700 Euros or equivalent Rp49, 3 million for SL Night Edition.

Toyota FT-86 Concept

This week, Toyota presents Toyota FT-86 G Sport Concept surprise visitor Tokyo Auto Salon. This vehicle is prepared to perform with 'his saudara' not been modified to be present in the video game Gran Turismo 5.

Taken from the FT-86 base concept shown at Tokyo Motor Show earlier in October, modifications to this vehicle, for example turbo tool, developed to help promote a set of modification kits for the M Sport is specially developed by Toyota for the Japanese market.

On the outside, the FT-86 G Sport Concept offers a wide-body kit to accommodate the axle with a wider, plus bumpers with air holes larger. Berventilasinya hood to intentionally meonjolkan unpainted carbon fiber pattern which connects directly G Sport concept with its predecessor, the popular Toyota AE86.

All four wheels are equipped with a wheel diameter of 19 inches more aggressive confirmed the impression that emanated from the side through the game-style body-kit racing. But the most prominent in the FT-86 modification is a device attached to turbo boxer engine Subaru 2.0-liter capacity.

Toyota and partner balapannya, Gazoo until now has not released technical data rician FT-86 G Sport concept that in this stage we do not know what kind of ability his turbo machine. To be sure, the FT-86 G Sport will soon become one of the flagship vehicle in the Playstation 3 video game.

Mitsubishi Evo XI Hybrid Engine Only

FIRST time that comes to mind when hearing the word 'Mitsubishi Evolution' is equipped with turbo-powered engine almost 300hp, double clutch, all-wheel drive vehicles to the rally and a series of DNA technology thrill. But news that appears states that Mitsubishi plans to launch next-generation Lancer Evolution uses only hybrid engine.

If the battery can not be considered performance, then it is a false assumption though not entirely wrong. The reason is explained how the news system of all-wheel drive hybrid vehicles into a special potion.

This is not just a motor that provides energy assistance to the gasoline engine. According to the rumor that the hybrid drive system to channel the energy 63hp electric motor to the front wheels only, while the gasoline engine turbo 320hp rear wheel rotation handle.

That is, if both are active then the total energy obtained is 350hp. Power was quite capable of launching vehicles to touch 96.5 km / h in 4.5 seconds, or about 0.4 seconds faster than the current generation Evolution.

In addition, these settings allow hybrid Evo XI driven by electricity only at a certain distance. Electric motors are also able to contribute forces to help make torque at low speed acceleration, similar to hybrid technology applications in the Lexus GS and LS series.

Mitsubishi Evo XI also reported to be carrying the active steering and active roll control suspension. Both these features intended to increase the agility of the vehicle. Meanwhile, for the brutal menjinakan yag engine power distributed to the rear wheels, Evo XI equipped with a new version of active yaw control system is electronically controlled.

Tata's Nano for U.S Market

FOR the first time, car manufacturers from India's Tata announced plans to make his debut in the United States (U.S.). Tata car show moments using the North American International Motor Show (NAIAS), which this year was held from 11 to 24 January, Nano will be displayed at the Detroit Science Center on Thursday next.

Previously the Tata said that Nano will be launched in the U.S. in 2011. The model presented in Detroit is a unit of India berspesifikasi borrowed from 'Tata Technologies Center for Advanced Engineering and Design' in Pune India.

Previously, the company founder, Rata Tata said: "Nano to meet the standard (test) emissions and crash and we hope in the next two years, we will offer vehicles in accordance with the United States."

As an illustration, the Tata Nano be sold in India at a price of U.S. $ 2200 or about Rp20 million. With much for the price of Nano is equipped with two-cylinder gasoline engine with 33hp and 642cc fuel consumption average of 27.7 km / liter.

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Jaguar XE-Type or C-Type?

PRIOR rumored that the car manufacturer Jaguar was preparing a new variant. Circulated rumor states that Jaguar vehicles later, will be named with the XE. However, other sources said the Jaguars the new model will be C-Type is production ready.

C-Type that will make her debut at the end of 2012 certainly brought the format two seats and will be offered in coupe and soft-top roadster. He also will hold a unique feature of the monocoque chassis and aluminum V6 engine normally aspirated and turbo aka without supercharger.

This V6 engine is said to be using the new design which is basically a two-cylinder trimmed from the AJ-V8 engine used today, while the engine supercharged 5.0-liter V8 seems to be reserved for highly skilled R model.

XE model means that the news as the latest model which is reported as competitors like the Porsche 911 was a lot of people thought appropriate. Because it seems to be choosing Jaguar roadster or coupe model that can print high volumes and more affordable as the next model.

Ford Fiesta in 2009

Ford Fiesta has received various awards in the year 2009. Of all the awards, among them the award Australia's Best Small Car for Ford Fiesta LX, AMI Insurance NZ Car of the Year 2009, and Green Car of the Year Award from Popular Gear from Top Gear for the Ford Fiesta ECOnetic.

The West Australian has done a review of the New Ford Fiesta on the economy drives the same challenge by the media in Australia, while Fairfax Digital comparison head to head with the Toyota Prius.

End of 2009 to witness the debut rally car New Ford Fiesta S2000 driven by the runner-up Ford FIA World Rally Championship, Mikko Hirvonen and Jarmo Lehtinen colleagues on the circuit's legendary Monte Carlo Rally. This is the first time the Ford Fiesta, which built and modified specifically by M-Sport for Ford World Rally, appeared very competitive.

New VW New Beetle will be Shown More Masculine

According to news released last year stated that the Volkswagen New Beetle is not just the next generation of cars that evoke memories of the past, but more than that. Reports this week indicate that the VW 'Beetle' new look will be more masculine.

This news comes from the Volkswagen who did not want to be named. He added that the New Beetle, Next Generation is being developed on the same platform with the new Jetta.

"The designs will be slightly changed, but nothing surprising. The interior is more spacious with a little difference in proposinya," he said as quoted by the British magazine Autocar.

Told reporters at VW events held in Germany last year, the CEO of Volkswagen Group of America Stefan Jacoby insists that the New Beetle will make her debut in 2012. Semantara VW design chief Walter de Silva describes the next generation New Beetle is 'a big step'.

The picture above is Ragster concept in 2005 with the roof lines are sharper rumored to be a lot of influence model.

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GM Will Present the Spark New Generation on IIMS

In the sidelines of ceremony for the winners Chevrolet Writing Competition in Cilandak Town Square, South Jakarta, Thursday (14 / 1), Managing Director AutoWorld General Motors Indonesia (GMI) Mukiat Sutikno said that GM will launch a variant of the event coincided Spark International Indonesia Motor Show (IIMS).

According to GMI Director Deborah Marceting Amelia Santoso, City Car is one of the Transformers movie stars II: Revenge of the Fallen Autobot Skid playing this character, will be attempted to be sold below the price of Rp150 million.

Problem striking price disparities between the Spark for sale in India, Amelia explained that the Spark is sold in the country's largest film producer in the world's status as CKD (Completely Knock Down), aka the local assembly of India that could cost up to Rp70 million is pressed.

For the Indonesian market itself, GMI is still importing live round from South Korea so that its price becomes relatively higher. But Amelia guarantee, vehicles will be competing with Suzuki Estilo, Hyundai and Kia Picanto I10 is, will have the same features that have features on their countries.

If the schedule, Chevrolet Spark will be launched in mid-July IIMS is going to carry the machine 1.000cc and 1.200cc. Aluminum engine is able to develop their power 66hp and 78hp. Fuel consumption, estimated at about 20 km / liter with CO2 emissions less than 120 g / km.

Machines on their countries which meet the Euro 5 emission standards are combined with manual transmission 5-speed. For business performance, 1.2-liter engine variants takes 12.4 seconds to reach 100 km / h from konsisi static. While for the 1.0-liter engine is certainly a little longer than that.

Despite this relatively small car, for business convenience, he has the character of NVH (noise, vibration, harshness / noise, vibration and level of violence) is almost equivalent to the character of the vehicle a larger size. This is thanks to the program three levels of noise suppressor that is focused on areas of the floor, limiting the engine room and the inner body panels.

Based on the system Sasisnya McPherson struts at the front, while to save space, the rear suspension model adopted torsion bars.

Safety equipment of the air bag on the driver and front passenger, side airbags and side windows along (curtain airbags). While safety belts equipped with pre-tensioner feature on the front and three three-point safety belts in the rear.

The most amazing, although offered as an optional facility, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC). Therefore, natural that he would reap a high number of collision tests conducted by EuroNCAP (Euro New Car Assessment Program).

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E-Tron Audi Second Generation Coming in Detroit

Car is named 'Showcar Detroit Audi e-Tron' (DSA e-Tron). He called the new variant for electric vehicle e-Tron next generation. Previously Audi has confirmed that about 1,000 e-Tron will be made.

DSA e-Tron coupe comes with a style more traditional and set himself apart from the e-tron'reguler '. Besides, he's just using two units of electric motor that drives the rear wheels only. Not four as in the previous e-Tron.

The two electric motors, capable of providing 150kW (201bhp) with a torque of 2.650Nm although Audi chose to measure the total torque at the wheels that is actually closer to between 200-300Nm), the new concept of e-Tron DSA is designed to be able to accelerate from 0 -- 100 km / h in just 5.9 seconds.

Di'pantek speed 'at 200 km / h, and thanks to the spontaneous torque provided by electric motors, these vehicles can be raced from 60 to 120 km / h in just 5.1 seconds.

With a weight weighing 1.350kg, DSA e-Tron gives 40:60 weight distribution thanks to 400kg lithium-ion batteries mounted on the front of the rear wheels. To keep the weight does not increase, this vehicle uses Audi's Space Frame (ASF) which combined aluminum and reinforced with carbon fiber mix.

According to Audi, e-Tron variant last able to travel 250km for charging the battery once. The battery is fully charged will return after he was in-charge for 11 hours.

Electro-mechanical brake system allows the recovery of his better energy with a hydraulic brake KALIPER fixed 'dead' on the front axle and two braking KALIPER 'floating' electrically driven at the rear axle.

KALIPER 'floating' is electrically activated considered better than a mechanical system or a hydraulic mechanism, to eliminate friction when the brakes are not used. Because apart from the brake pedal, the electric motor E-Tron can turn deceleration energy into electricity to help restore energy that has been used.

Like the concept of e-Tron before, DSA e-Tron uses 19-inch wheel diameters of 35 bars, wrapped in 235/35 tires dimension front and 255/35 at the rear. But not yet known whether Audi would put this vehicle in production lines or will be made of 1,000 units.

Peugeot Announces Change Da Logo

Following the introduction of SR1 coupe concept last weekend, Peugeot today, Monday (11 / 1) announced a change in their lion logo. This new logo will be the first time in the sports car model RCZ that characterizes the new Peugeot.

Along with these updates, PSA Peugeot Citroen announced plans to increase international sales of three levels in 2015. Currently with Peugeot Citroen in position 10 largest car maker in the world, thus, position-7 is a target in the next five years.

Although he did not give specific details of the company's plans, Managing Director of PSA Peugeot Citroen's Jean-Marc Gales told Reuters this week that it is optimistic, given the company a good performance at the end of 2009.

Between 2010 and 2012, Peugeot and Citroen plan to meluncurka 14 new models for the global market, including the Peugeot 3008, 3005 and the RCZ. Citroen C3 itself will present a model 2010 and above class is DS3, which will compete with the BMW MINI.

Peugeot explained that the new concept SR1 tailored just for show and not be produced. SR1 in tamplkan to describe the audience what style flow Peugeot vehicles that will be present in the future.

That it will be launched by the Peugeot is a new model based on the concept BB1, measuring just 2.5 meters long. In the wake of the chassis framework of the pipe, covered with body panels made of carbon fiber making it extremely lightweight.

The car weighs only 600kg this, driven by electricity stored in a two pack of lithium-ion battery and can be charged via the household power source and solar panels on the roof of the vehicle.

French car maker is working hard to develop environmentally friendly technology with their systems and Hybrid4 smaller diesel HDi FAP technology that will join the ranks of their production in the coming years.

Speeding?? You Must Pay For 15.7 million Euros

Switzerland MILLIONAIRE required by the court to pay a fine of 15.7 million Euros for his mistakes driving his Ferrari Testarossa at the speed of 100 km / hour in the city of St. Gallen.

It sounds so magical. The court stated, "The defendant ignored the basic rules of traffic with high-powered vehicle aims to meet the desire for speeding." Then they demanded this man to pay a fine of 23.3 million francs, or 15.7 million Euros or equivalent Rp210 billion more.

This guy was pretty lucky because eventually he 'only' rewarded a fine of 299 thousand francs, or 202 thousand euros or equivalent to Rp2.7 billion. Mekipun so, this still exceeds the previous record in Switzerland with a fine of 111 thousand francs (75 thousand billion Euro/Rp1 more) which is entered by a Porsche driver in 2008 and then in Zurich.

Ford Focus Present 2011 Sophistication

Ford presents 2011 Focus hatchback and sedan models at the Detroit Motor Show this weekend. Both are built on the global C-platform new Ford expected (from c-platform) could sell as many as two million in 2012.

Vice President of Design J Mays Ford said: "The focus is the best combination of European, North America and Asia in the present enjoyment level of control emotion never before seen in a vehicle this size."

Carrying the exterior design language of 'kinetic design' Ford. The headlights 'look sharp', like the mouth of the air holes decorated 'fangs', all come with fresh lines. The sides have a 'hip' in the four wheel cover that makes the house look athletic at the same time to affirm ties with Focus persaudaraannya existing generation.

Design of the back, able to present the aura of the future, through sporting and elegant lines that dominate firm in almost all parts. Present classical impression ducks design represented on the sedan model. Overall this vehicle look fast track even in a static state ... kinetic design.

Kinetic design continues into the interior with a unique element to the new Ford Focus and very familiar in the Ford Fiesta. Material soft, piano black color combined with dark silver satin color display combined multi-function display in the middle of the instrument cluster.

Despite all the features have not finished yet released the most prominent is MyFord latest Touch Control System. In the U.S., Focus is the first model that carries the SYNC infotainment system features and became one of the first to have MyFord Touch-screen control system plus the 8-inch display on the center console.

High strength steel, covering 55% of the entire body structure Focus. More than 26% bodinya made of ultra-high-strength steels and boron. As a result Ford Focus comes in as one of the safest vehicles in the world while reducing overall weight.

For business machines, offered in a variety of engine choices EcoBoost 4-cylinder turbo-charged direct injection, including the 1.6-liter gasoline engine and diesel engine Duratorq TDCi common-rail that can improve the efficiency of 10-20% compared to the current model.

Ford also was preparing the appearance of new 2.0 petrol engine at the Detroit Auto Show this week, which brings features direct injection and Twin Independent Variable camshaft Timing (Ti-VCT). This engine is claimed 20% more powerful than the 2.0-liter Duratec engine is the current efficiency 10% better.

New 2.0 liter engine IN Ti-VCT will be mated with a 6-speed transmission automatic clutch that presents a dry PowerShift dual clutch features designed to help reduce fuel consumption by 9% compared with the automatic transmission of traditional 4-speed.

Unlike a conventional automatic transmission, transmission otomasti PowerShift dry clutch work on the principle that employment manual transmission is more efficient because it is not burdened with extra weight and complexity of the components of torque converter, planetary gear, and pump oil.

Another feature is Dynamic Cornering Control System developed by Ford Europe. This feature is capable of transferring energy between the optimal to the wheels to reduce the symptoms of under-steer which is common in front-wheel drive system

Volkswagen NCC Concept

Volkswagen's New Compact presented Coupe (NCC) in his concept Detroit Auto Show. NCC four-passenger capacity is enabled by the 1.4-liter gasoline engine capable of developing TSI 150bhp power with maximum torque of 150Nm electric motor combined power 20kW (27bhp) with a torque of 240Nm.

As a parallel hybrid vehicles, vehicle design such as the Jetta sedan face it can run on electric power alone mode for a certain distance that has not been mentioned by the VW.

To accelerate 0-96 km / h in a hybrid mode is estimated to take about 8.1 seconds with top speed reaching 225 km / hour.

Transmission system using transmission DSG (dual-clutch gearbox) 7-speed automatic. Volkswagen claims the vehicle has an efficiency of between 23.8 to 19.2 km / liter with CO2 emissions of approximately 98 g / km.

For the business dimension, NCC has a size identical to the Jetta sedan. NCC's just about 50mm shorter than his brother with the axle distance of about 75mm longer.

Although currently still hold the title of the concept, the overall figure of NCC has looked very realistic to produce. But until this stage, no official statement stating NCC would be sold to consumers.

But apparently, the Volkswagen had to change minds if they see interest Detroit Auto Show visitors are so enthusiastic to see the figure of the NCC. If he produced, like NCC will be inserted in between the VW product line and the Passat CC Scirocco.

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Toyota FT-CH Concep

Invasion concept car in Detroit Motor Show with the participation of increasingly fierce Toyota FT-CH presents a hybrid concept. At the center of Toyota's design and development of Europe in France, T-CH is designed to capture thoughts referred to as 'Generation 8-bit', which is growing in genarasi era tech games such as 8-bit Sega and Nintendo.

Popularized in the early 80's, microprocessor technology industry dominated the 8-bit home video games. We have signed 8-bit retro in the category embraced such things as music and art genres.

Vehicles whose name is taken from the Compact Hybrid (CH), has a size of 560mm shorter and 25mm narrower than the mid-size vehicles Toyota Prius. While Toyota did not mention weight, drive systems and details of performance, but they claim the FT-CH lighter and more efficient than the Prius Hybrid.

When sold later, Toyota said that the FT-CH will be sold at a price below the Prius with a young target audience.

Referring to the Prius as a universal icon for hybrid technology, Toyota USA President Jim Lentz asserted that the U.S. Toyota is developing a marketing strategy Prius family that will take full advantage of the greatness of a Prius.

"Strategies are being made and certainly will require additional models to be classified in a family (the Prius), one of which is the FT-CH," Lentz said.

November last year, Toyota said it is developing a hybrid system that has a lithium battery power is stronger than cell batteries Nickel Metal-hydride (Ni-MH) today.

Honda CR-Z Is Too Greesy as Hybrid

Honda released a production version of the CR-Z hybrid them. His figure is almost identical to the concept presented at the Tokyo Motor Show last year. This vehicle will be launched in Japan with a 1.5-liter engine i-VTEC-powered 112bhp at 6.000rpm combined with electric motors powered 10kW (13.4 bhp).

Gasoline engine can produce maximum torque of 145Nm at 4.800rpm, while the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) hybrid system it 7.000rpm contribute to 77Nm. After that energy channeled into the transmission 6-speed manual or CVT automatic transmission model. Parties Honda CR-Z claims he Acceleration 0-100 km / h within 9.7 seconds.

As hybrid vehicles, which is important in the CR-Z is the fuel consumption. According to Honda, this hybrid to record their latest figures 13.1 km / liter in the city and 15.6 km / liter on the highway.

This is a number that is far from good in the other vehicle hybrid status, especially compared to the Toyota Prius that can carve performance 25.6 km / liter. Honda CR-Z is only superior in the matter of speed.

Vehicle length dimension 4.080mm, 1.740mm wide and 1.395mm are high, offers three driving modes, driving Eco, Normal and Sport driving driving. To distinguish what mode was used, the driver can feel and see the different colors that illuminate the instrument cluster that can be changed according to the driving mode.

In the Japanese market later, Honda CR-Z will be offered in two options namely caste 'Alpha' and 'Beta', but did not mention what features distinguish between the two.

Baby SLS AMG Named Mercedes-Benz SSK

Meredes-Benz is developing a super SLS AMG variants are smaller and to stem the Porsche 911. This vehicle will be the basic platform bull shorter than SLS and is certainly not going to use doors Gull-wing model (gullwing) to pursue its economic value.

Vehicles are expected to be named this SSK, occupies a position between SLK and SLS and brought hard-top model-top and soft. And apparently, not SSK will carry 6.3-liter V8 engine that is used by the SLS.

Primarily, because it would soon be Presenting new Mercedes V8 engine capacity of 5.5 liter twin-turbo berteknoogi. Although smaller-capacity, yet powerful enough to rival the Porsche 911 untu. It is estimated, for the shot from 0-100 km / h around 4.5 seconds with a maximum speed of about 300 km / hour.

SLS this baby landed on the earth is estimated at 2014 prices Upcoming setngah only the price of AMG Mercedes-Benz SLS today.

Peugeot SR1 Present at Geneva Motor Show

Displays new roadster concept in public Geneva Motor Show Peugeot named SR1. Not Peugeot name that can not bring the benefits of aesthetics and design.

But this time, the design presented by the SR1 suggests a change in the language of design is a significant company.

This new concept is a Peugeot last updated in 1998 in a version far more stylish. Lines carrying more conventional but more subtle, so as to create the effect of shadow play of light on the whole admirable SR1.

Unlike the concept of RC-Z 308, SR1 is not expected to be marketed, although there are some elements that would be adopted in SR1 for Peugeot production models to come.

SR1 was awarded the 4-cylinder engine capacity of 1.6 liter turbodiesel that moves Hybrid4 front wheel, while the electric motor was powered 71kW (96.5 hp) is used to rotate the rear wheels. The total power generated to reach 319hp.

Hybrid4 technology peralel described as a system that allows for diperasikan in three control modes: diesel, electric or a combination of both

India's Tata Car Pr1ma Italian Style

Althrough still far to be produced, Tata has offered the concept Pr1ma designer Pininfarina years ago in the Delhi Auto Show this weekend. Vehicles which in Italian means 'first' is, intended for a higher segment.

Although Pr1ma not scheduled to be produced, the Administration said that consumers are expected to see a picture of the future model for the Administration struggled to establish himself reaching into the middle segment. Pr1ma a four-door vehicle that uses a platform Tata Indigo will be 2.700mm.

As part of a plan to penetrate international markets, recently Tata Nano shows super-mini named the European version of the Tata Nano Europa. The founder of the company, Ratan Tata said the company was evaluating oportunity initial decision to focus on Indian and European markets with the economic crisis provides hope for cheap cars in the United States market.

Ferrari 400 Superamerica 1962 Auction

May nearly half a century old, but the Ferrari 400 Superamerica rare 1962 Cabriolet Pininfarina's work is precisely to be very valuable to the status of his age. Moreover, the condition is still excellent. According to the 'curators' antique car 48-year-old supercar is expected to penetrate the U.S. $ 5 million at auction May.

Only 6 units of 400 Superamerica Ferrari short wheelbase wheel created by Pininfarina, and one example of this vehicle car comes into its own Ferrari display in Geneva and New York International Motor Show.

This vehicle is restored results have won awards in Peble Beach Concourse 2009. Equipped with photo documentation since he was new with manual and original equipment.

The vehicle is equipped with 3.0-liter engine V12-powered 240 bhp. Ferrari 400 Superamerica Cabriolet is one of the few vehicles built by the legendary Italian automaker's most exclusive.

For those interested in this vehicle, came just at the packed auction by RM Auctions on May 1, 2010 at the Grimaldi Forum, Monaco to spend no less than U.S. $ 5 million to be won this vehicle from the other scouting.