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3/31/12
Recalling 1.3 million BMW series 5 and series 6
Therefore, this time BMW swiftly take the initiative to call the car users are exposed to the problem immediately went to the BMW authorized dealers to fix a problem whose solution is claimed to take no more than 30 minutes.
PRODUCER of German luxury cars, BMW AG announced a massive recall covers 1.3 million vehicles in the Series 5 and Series 6 produced between 2003 and 2010. Recall is also reaching Indonesia with around 1280 vehicles meibatkan.
Recall this is done due to a problem that sounds very trivial and very easy to fix. Therefore, the BMW Indonesia did not mention the recall campaign technical melaikan.
BMW AG said that the cover on the battery cable is not plugged in correctly. This condition can lead to difficult vehicle is turned on and can be a potential cause of the fire.
BMW said that until now there has been no report that claimed there was an accident-related problems. Recall is an initiative of BMW AG. Company spokesman told the Wall Street Journal that this problem has been reported to the traffic safety agency highway United States (NHTSA).
Toyota's mysterious new car will be like GT 86 to release
Images offered by Toyota showed the back of the mysterious car. At first glance the design style similar to the Toyota GT 86. However, if he will be a four-door version of the GT 86, then it would be a pretty good idea.
There is also another conjecture stating that the vehicle was later a Toyota Avalon 2014. Surely, we must be patient in a matter of days as can be ascertained, Toyota will reveal everything in the New York auto show, or even faster.
TOYOTA has just made a surprise with the release of the latest snapshots sedan models that will make its inaugural debut at New York International Auto Show 2012 on 5 April. This sedan comes with an elegant, athletic figure.
3/30/12
Hyundai Equus express affordable luxury
The system is equipped with seat comfort with automatic massage can be arranged in 12 moves plus dual automatic temperature control. Part of the back of his head now designed more comfortable. While the rear seat was equipped with a softer pad.
Equus 2011 that were previously equipped with a 4.6 liter V8 engine that can power up to 385 hp spark seems still not enough to satisfy fans of the luxury car lovers of speed. Hyundai refers to the 5.0-liter V8 engine took over.
A slightly larger engine is capable of producing 429 hp up to touch the scales at 6400 rpm, while cycling power reaches 510 Nm at 5000 rpm.
Although the strength increased by 44 horsepower, fuel consumption increased only slightly. According to estimates by EPA standards, these vehicles consume fuel at a dose of 6.38 km / liter in the city and 9.79 / liter on the highway, or just 0.42 km / liter is more wasteful than previous machines thanks to the use of new advanced transmission .
With terdongkraknya engine capabilities, of course it is faster than the 2011 Equus machine, but unfortunately, that ability is not matched by changes in the steering system and suspension is too soft even when set to sport mode.
Fortunately, 8-speed automatic transmission as smooth as in the Genesis R-Spec. Smooth movement of teeth takes place without feeling any 'connection' that makes the engine 'breathing' with ease.
Performance logic shift its action was very accurate. Suddenly stepping on the gas pedal makes gear transmission will shift down the gear that fits and held up to touch the red line before moving to the next gear.
With his new machine, it would be difficult to find reasons to fight the Hyundai Equus. The competitors' like The Lexus LS460, BMW 750i and Audi A8 priced thousands of dollars more expensive on the Equus. In other words, you can enjoy the luxury without having to break up a savings account when buying a luxury European cars are more expensive.
BMW S1000RR turns into a more aggressive style and extreme color doff
In working on the S1000RR, because the flow of muscle, fairing completely unused. Continental supplies the banTKC 80 types of rake, muddy or sandy terrain size 120/70 B17 front and 180/55 B17 back to strengthen the appearance of the feet that have changed. Like the front suspension is a stylish up-side down from Ohlins with disc brakes from Moto-Master and Brembo brake calipers.
While Wunderlich offering a myriad of accessories from various manufacturers to complement the appearance of street fighter. Such as stainless steel exhaust from Remus, brake oil container of gold berkelir Vario Lever adapted to brake and clutch lever. Then the footrests (footstep) front, while the back is removed.
Not limited to these. Standard seat has been converted into a single model, as well Megura handlebars of the technology drive wires. Then, the lights utamatelah transformed into small and there are two holes underneath the composite wind. Finally, color contrast after doff it be combined with titanium bolts golden color.
this Bavarian motorcycle and superbike models muscle turns into a more aggressive style and extreme color doff. These changes are the result of cooperation Wunderlich BMW aftermarket companies with Continental tire company that wants to make the bike as a star in their booths in the exhibition "Motorcycle Dortmund 2012", 1-4 March.
3/29/12
2010 MotoGP world champion, Jorge Lorenzo, switching to a four-wheel racing
2010 MotoGP world champion, Jorge Lorenzo, switching to a four-wheel racing. Former double world champion 250 cc class is driving a GP2 car for Addax team, in a session in Valencia, Wednesday (14.03.12).
"Good morning friends! Today I will be driving a GP2 car at Cheste," wrote the Factory Yamaha rider was on his Twitter account.
GP2 is to F1 series charger with 4 liter V8 engine. The maximum speed of single-seater car reached 332 kilometers per hour.
This series began in 2005, which presents the F1 racer Lewis Hamilton, Nico Rosberg, Romain Grosjean, Sergio Perez, Pastor Maldonado, and Charles Pic. They all appear in F1 by first passing the "test" in the GP2 Series.
Addax is GP2 champion team, and defending champion status.
3/28/12
technology of 'Cylinder on Demand "(COD)'s used at first time
Audi A1 This powerful engine is able to record the fuel consumption with a dose of 24.4 km / liter with CO2 emissions of 109 g / km. Compare this with the 1.4 liter TFSI engine with no COD gives 18.8 km / liter with CO2 emissions of 122 g / km.
This technology serves to disable two of the four cylinders when the vehicle does not require a large force. You do this by closing the intake valves and exhaust in the cylinder to the second and third shift through additional mechanical camshaft (cam shaft) so that the valves do not lift (open).
Before this happens in a cylindrical combustion chamber is filled with fresh air, while the fuel injection and ignition is turned off. As a result only the cylinder number one and number four are working to give power, making it more efficient.
When the system reads the changing circumstances that require additional driving power of the engine, then the COD will automatically disengage the four-cylinder that will work simultaneously.
COD is ready to work all the time, and Audi has developed a control logic that monitors driving conditions and behavior. When driving conditions is true, the system will notify the COD has been active through the indicator lights are on intrument cluster.
COD will disengage automatically if driving conditions change either when the driver hit the gas pedal and brake pedal. The transition process took place very smoothly and it only takes one round of the camshaft.
AUDI has released the secret of the fuel-saving technology that is named by 'Cylinder on Demand "(COD) on YouTube, which illustrates how the valve control system plays a major role in these technologies.
3/27/12
tire's modern version made by Goodyear's named by 'Spring Tire'
SOME years ago, the U.S. space agency NASA began work on a project together with the development of new Goodyear tires. the modern tire's version is named by 'Spring Tire'.
This tire is made of the load bearing spring 800 mounted on the shaft of six metal bars. The springs can be adapted to the varied terrain on the planet so it can roll without making the vehicle shakes excessively.
Because the strands of springs are able to adjust to the contours permukaanjalan and return to forms after the first pass. Goodyear also claims that the Spring Tire
with NASA's creation does not generate heat like other tires when operated.
Tires are made of 800 load bearing springs are designed to carry vehicles with a weight 10 times more weight with durability 100 times the distance that can be achieved that the wire mesh used tires by Goodyear when developing Apollo lunar roving vehicle cruising Vehicle (LRV).
Tire development is based on the fact that ordinary pneumatic rubber tires are not suitable for the lunar surface. Tire rubber has properties very susceptible to temperature extremes. While on the moon, among the areas hit by the sunlight does not have a super extreme temperature differences.
Direct radiation of sunlight is also made of rubber strength rapidly shrinking. Not to mention that the tire has lost air pressure alias deflated. Though there will certainly not be found plumbers tires. Adding a spare tire is also not a wise decision because it will only add to the burden of the charge.
"We needed to make fundamental changes in the tire that will explore the lunar surface, with a combination of an increase in the ability to load and service life," said Vivake Asnani, principal investigator for the project Researh Center NASA Glenn in Cleveland.
"What was developed by the Goodyear-NASA team is a simple network of interwoven springs are arranged in such a way that can serve as a substitute bankaret. Design of the tire itself refers to previous experience."
Spring Tire itself was mounted on the Lunar Electric Rover test vehicle in the past year carried out in 'Rock Yard' at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston. Goodyear claims that the tire spring field test was successfully passed.
"Tires are very powerful and highly energy efficient," explains Jim Benzing as the head of Goodyear's innovation projects. "The design of the contour of the spring against the surface to create good traction. And all the energy used to change the shape of the tire will be returned when the spring back into shape. Process does not generate heat in the tires as usual," he added.
When comes to the crunch, the conventional tire will leak, while the Spring Tire only cause damage to one part of the 800 load bearing springs so the tires can still be used normally.
In addition, continued Asnani, Spring Tire has a combination of rigidity and flexibility that allows off-road vehicle running quickly over a rough surface with a relatively small shocks because the tire is able to follow the contours of the road and absorb shock better than conventional tires.
3/26/12
negative growth is the fifth consecutive year since the crisis of "rampage" in the blue continent
Sales of new cars in France, the second largest market after Germany in Europe, also dropped to 20 percent followed by Italy who also feel the same way, down 19 percent. This volatility has been predicted by a number of the automotive world, such as Toyota and BMW are predicting at least a market contraction occurred up to 5 percent this year in Europe.
"The French car manufacturer is currently trying hard anymore because the economic conditions of the weaker countries and Fiat can not get enough market in Italy. As for premium brands like BMW and Audi are still able to survive because its biggest market Germany still had a stronger economic base in the other European countries, "said Jonathon Poskitt, analyst LMC Automotive Automotive of Oxford.
European car market is getting worse. This condition is experienced by two major manufacturers of France, the Renault SA and PSA Peugeot Citroen sales continue to decline. In fact, throughout February, their market fell 9.2 percent to 923 381 units compared to the same month last year. In the first two months of this year, recorded sales of 1.93 million units, down 7.8 percent from 2011.
Hi-Cross could be a substitute for a model X-Trail, Rogue or Murano
Means he could also just be a substitute for a model X-Trail, Rogue or Murano, or it could be a new model that will join the ranks of the global Nissan crossover or just an example of a model that will be a lot of influence on some or all Nissan models globally.
VEHICLE concepts that form is not as bizarre as this Juke is an overview of the design direction of Nissan in the future. It has a passenger capacity of 7 people, and brought the hybrid engine is fitted to a small crossover.
From the outside, this car has many similarities with the latest Murano equipped with a roof spoiler. Hi-Cross also pointed out the seven seats Nissan enter into this compact crossover without change into a large SUV dimensions.
This concept has a long dimension of 4660 mm, width 1850 mm and 1670 mm height. As its power source, Hi-Cross equipped with a 2.0 liter direct injection engine as its main propulsion electric motors while beneficial to improve the efficiency of fuel while reducing emissions.
Nissan claims the parties, with this hybrid system, Hi-Cross has equal power with a capacity of 2.5 liter-engined vehicles, but with fuel consumption and emission beam better.
Source of electric power is fed to the electric motor, is a derivative of Lithium-ion batteries used by Nissan Leaf. Nissan claims that this battery can be recharged quickly, but they did not mention whether it uses a plug-in system or solely rely on generative brake.
3/25/12
How can he change the license plates of his Porsche with toothpaste?
Run vehicles exceeding the speed limit prescribed is an act of lawlessness. Unless you live in Germany which has autobahn (freeway) that has no speed limit.
He outsmart his car number plate with toothpaste to make the number 11 so it looks like the number 77. Unfortunately, he was less fortunate. He was stopped by an eagle-eyed officer who suspected irregularities in the Porsche license plate number.
The officers stopped the sports car and immediately find out the owner of the vehicle guile. And as a reward for 'kreatifitas'nya, the officer gave a paper ticket containing a violation fines worth nearly U.S. $ 350 or about Rp3, 2 million and must be willing to lose six points.
3/24/12
Bentley's preparing a new design for its first SUV to answer insults expressed by automotive critics
Bentley seems to agree with our assessment. Because the number of automotive media asking similar things about the design of vehicles has become a byword in the automotive world in recent months that its design was very disappointing.
Vehicles are likely to be sold starting in 2015 is rumored to be having a redesign by changing some parts of the vehicle as the main light with a slightly smaller proportion of the more towards the traditional SUV.
Recalling Forester to become priority of Subaru to be accomplished
Subaru announced a massive improvement campaign (recall) of the Forester amounted to 275 000 units in the United States. "Crossover" that have the potential damage to the safety belt (safety belt) in the second row seats that could threaten the safety of passengers because it did not function normally if additional security is associated with children.
The model that was allegedly hit by the problem is the Forester production between 26 November 2007 to March 13, 2012. According to the U.S. Institute for Highway Safety (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), the locking lever on the middle seat safety belt is not damaged. If there are consumers who use the "child safety device" then it will not lock properly. These conditions increase the risk of injury is more severe in children in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
3/23/12
New Toyota Yaris in many option's revealed
ALTHOUGH still use the existing Yaris basis, some change in the exterior is enough to make this hatchback young people appear to be different. New Toyota Yaris looks more agressive and stylish and now tend to be masculine in character than before. Especially when looking at the figure of the New Toyota Yaris TRD variants.
"We continue to innovate both products and services. New Toyota Yaris comes as a token of appreciation to customers for the trust to Toyota. Hope for the future, a refresher is in line with what our customers want, and Toyota remains capable of meeting the needs of those who are young at heart,"
In addition to the new look, New Yaris is also rewarded with a new price range. About price increases on the New Yaris, more because of the impact of increasing production costs.
But what's interesting is the price of the TRD variant is a variant of 'expensive' than the Yaris. He explained that the drop in prices is due to New Yaris TRD suspension and still use the same velek variants below.
Earlier versions of the sporty Yaris is equipped with a set of original sport suspension from the company's high performance division of Toyota Racing Development labeled (TRD).
New Toyota Yaris comes in seven variants of the choice that is divided into three types with two choices of transmissions, namely J, E and S.
Products J and E divided some, including New Yaris JM / T, New Yaris JA / T, New Yaris variant EM / T and the New Yaris A / T
Special New Yaris S is divided into three options. New Yaris SM / T, New Yaris S Limited A / T and the New Yaris S Limited A / T TRD.
Jaguar's new logo is not entirely new
Logo 'Jaguar' to type the letters as it appears to be very old if juxtaposed with the letter emblem is car model ('XJ' for example) that looks much more modern.
JAGUAR revealed that these dramatic changes, including significant changes to the symbol of this brand is the most extensive changes are made by Jaguar the visual identity throughout these 40 years.
In 2002 when Jaguar was still under the ownership of Ford, an American company is trying to change the Jaguar logo. The result is a logo that has been used for decades with the logo 'cat jumps' with metal polish.
Jumping cat logo originally used the style of the outline. Changes to the polished metal logo cat makes more visible dimension to the line that tends sharply. While the word 'Jaguar' was still using the same font color of the younger.
The most interesting thing about the new logo is that it is not entirely new. And if observed, the actual changes that do not significantly altered the shape of the logo before.
Recent changes this time include both. Jumping cat logo has a more natural form by removing the firm lines into a more realist. While the word 'Jaguar' transitions into the more modern and more dimensions.
The new logo emblem apparently associated with car models such as 'XJ', 'XKR' and so that when juxtaposed with the words brand 'Jaguar' length will span generations seem to have too much.
3/22/12
four variant pledge's presented by Porsche at Geneva Motor Show 2012
German sports car maker, Porsche, feature four variant pledge in the event the Geneva Motor Show 2012. The four heroes of the Porsche 911 Cabriolet is, GTS Panamera, Panamera and Cayenne Diesel Diesel.
The latest generation of a 911 without the Carrera and Carrera S roof, once again amaze the public in the prestigious European automotive event. Porsche 911 Cabriolet is represented by two models, the Carrera and Carrera S.
Carrera 3.4-liter engine has a flat-six engine, with the output of 350 horsepower engine and Carrera S with 3.8-liter flat-six, which is capable of producing 400 HP. Carrera Convertible accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in five seconds and a top speed of 286 km / h. While the Carrera S Cabriolet can accelerate from rest to 100 km / h in 4.7 seconds and a maximum speed of 301 km / h.
Furthermore Panamera GTS is actually made his debut in LA Auto Show. Porsche again exhibited at the Geneva Motor Show. Panamera GTS 4.8 liter V8 engine is armed. Just like the Porsche Cayenne GTS and 911 GTS, GTS Panamera variant also uses 10mm lower suspension, air brakes with a large size of the Panamera Turbo.
While the Porsche Panamera Panamera Diesel variant is claimed to be the most fuel efficient. Panamera Diesel only drink 6.5 liters of diesel to penetrate the 100 km to 172 g of CO2 emissions per km. Panamera Diesel engines 3.0 liter V6 TDI, with an output of 250 horsepower and 550 Nm of torque. Engine combined with an eight speed Tiptronic S transmission, which is sent to the rear-wheel drive.
reviving the Atalanta to produce modern car packed in shades of classic sport car
ON March 5, 1937 a milestone automotive past is present in the form of Atalanta Sports Tourer, but when the English engaged in a battle two years later, the entire production capacity for the war shifted to the production of this vehicle stopped.
Last week, exactly after 75 years on, Atalanta, was relaunched as a traditional sports car built to meet modern standards with electrical systems, brakes, suspension, chassis and engine-powered 2.5-liter VVT 185 hp.
To revive the Atalanta, he uses modern technology to improve performance and safety, while still maintaining the authentic look and feel of a British sports cars of the 1930s.
Components used by all vehicles in a condition entirely new, but for some parts, still use the traditional way of relying on manual skills.
Atalanta is the reincarnation of a joint venture between automotive enthusiasts based in Staffordshire Martyn Corfield and Trevor Farrington restoration shop based in Cheshire in England.
In the event the re-launch of this vehicle, Corfield stated that currently the majority of high-performance cars generally depends on the matter of sensation and pleasure that comes from speed and is not directly involved with the mechanical challenges.
"By staying true to the principles of the original Design of Atalanta, we hope to create a unique driving experience, enjoy the pride, sensation and style in the automobile before the war but with the guarantee of security of a modern vehicle," said Corfield.
3/21/12
Pedestrian Airbag's applied by Volvo V40
Volvo carmaker broke new ground by creating a pedestrian airbag for pedestrian alias. These features are designed to reduce the risk of more severe the crash victims. This feature will be pinned on the Volvo V40.
Reported by Autoblog, Friday (03/09/2012) Volvo V40 features will be supported Pedestrian Detection System. Such a device can detect every pedestrian that exist around the car. Remarkably if the driver does not heed the warning, the brakes will work automatically so that the car stopped.
But when the inevitable collision of the pedestrian airbag will automatically be poking through the hood up to the pillar A. In this video illustration, the victim was thrown towards the car would crash and airbags inflate to protect the head.
owner of a Ferrari 458's willing to 'draw' logo along the row of the Barcelona players in his car collection
Drawn, it appears side by side with Xavi Messi, Iniesta, Puyol and David Villa up to Valdes in the Italian car. In the interior, red scarf was dominant with the addition of FC Barcelona in dashboardnya.
Ferrari 458 Italy itself supported by an ear of direct-injected engine engine 4.5 liters V8, capable of producing the power to reach 562 hp with 398 lb-ft of torque as reported by autoevolution, Tuesday (13/03/2012).
The machine was then mated to a seven-speed transmission of dual-clutch to the rear wheels to convert the power had to be the ability to accelerate from rest to 100 km / h in 3.4 seconds and reaches a maximum speed of 325 km / h.
Other advanced features, the application of brakes by Brembo carbon-ceramic, aluminum body, multi-function steering wheel, aeroelastic winglets, as well as hi-fi infotainment system in the cabin space.
Achievements of the Barcelona football club was great in recent years has certainly made many people fall in love with him. Even the owner of a Ferrari 458 Italia in Dubai to be willing to 'draw' logo along the row of the Barcelona players were in the car collection.
3/20/12
What will car concept be used in James Bond's new films?
A wide range of super cars came with different concepts in order to take a role in the James Bond film. The vehicle has aggressive looks and advanced features that come in mind, just a secret agent like James Bond who could use the car. There is also the possibility that one of these cars will appear in the film 007.
Want to know what supercar concept that is considered suitable for James Bond?
A. Concept Aston Martin AMV10
The concept of creation Sabino Leerentve based Aston Martin is a lot of admiration reap from the observers. AMV10 design comes with the position of the V-12 engine in front or in the center, which will provide power to 507 PS.
2. Concept Aston Martin Gauntlet
Some people refer to Ugur Sahin design of this car has an elegant design. It looks unique and inspired DB3S, then the pieces of the design of the One-77, DB AR1, Alfa Romeo 8C, and Maserati GranTourismo. Appearance in front of the grill makes it even more frightening, plus dual exhaust honeycomb structure to provide a modern twist.
3. BMW SX Concept
Super car designed by Lulian spice is made as the future of BMW luxury sports coupe, and may also be designed as a successor to Serie 6. It has not much is known about the SX. So far the supercar will be powered with rear wheel drive system and engine layout in the middle.
4. The concept Jaguar C-X16
Ian Callum is a responsible person behind this amazing design. Rear-wheel vehicles with engines 3.0 liter V-6 that can shoot up to 380 PS. Hybrid cars are equipped with an electric motor that produces 95 PS power, and is estimated to run as fast as 300 kph in 5 seconds.
5. Concept Lotus Eterne
This sedan power generated from the Toyota V-8 engine with a capacity of 5.0 liters, and can provide power to 629 PS. Top speed of 315 kph, and it only takes 4 seconds to reach 100 kph from the point of silence.
6. Peugeot SR1 concept
SR1 is the concept cars that already exist a few years ago, with front and rear designs are taken from other Peugeot cars. This hybrid vehicle uses HYbrid4 technology with 1.6-liter engine to drive the front wheels, and electric motors in the rear.
7. Mazda Shinari concept
Shinari is a revolutionary design language for Japanese car makers. Formed by a design company called Kodo which means "soul in motion", Shinari offers a driving experience with a unique interior, through the appearance of the all aluminum and offer any sophistication.
car cover made of condoms are more expensive than standard cars
It's highly effective if the cover protect the car paint. Looking for a car cover at least the use of safe materials even though ultimately the price offered by condoms are more expensive than standard cars.
Because it is considered time-consuming, and complicated, many car owners rarely use a car cover when his car bask in the sun.
Though the car cover in addition to making the car remains bright colors also avoids the paint scratched. It also can prevent the body from the dust.
Here are some tips to keep the paint in order to smooth the car cover:
1. Use Soft and Lightweight Materials
Although the car sitting in a garage, what's wrong with using a cover car. At least if the garage your vehicle in an open, vulnerable dust sticking. Use a car cover that does not make the paint is damaged. If you can find a rather heavy material and lace, so that when the wind blows, the cover is secure.
2. Prevent the car from dents, dings and scratches.
"The materials used should cover berbedar of most cars. If only other car cover made from a parachute, looking for was a combination of parachutes and rubber materials. So when opening the lid, the car body remains safe and protected from scratches," said Yahya.
3. Prevent Danger Man and Nature.
One of the main factors that make car paint damage is manure, twigs and leaves. But with a car cover, ensure safe vehicle paint. Additionally, when it rains, the car cover brands KondomMobil not wet.
"Because we are even made from parachute material but contain rubber. So that rainwater does not penetrate," said Yahya who admitted importing the material from Korea.
4. Preventing Theft
Although it may look like just a thin layer of fabric, KondomMobil.com car cover can prevent thieves from your vehicle.
'Time is money' applies for thieves, so as not to get caught. And thieves often pass a closed vehicle, which takes longer to get into. And, if you add a lock and cable to cover your car, you will not only keep your car safe, but your car becomes more difficult to steal.
"Theft is the main thing that avoided the car owner. But by using a car cover, the behavior of the thief could be disrupted. Most do not cover time-consuming car thief. Then the thief was a bit lazy to be opening the car," he reasoned.
3/19/12
Let's talk about global ranking of car sales?
Car sales in India is expected to overtake sales of Japanese cars in 2016. India will become the second country after China's biggest car sales recorded in ASIA.
Car sales in India is expected to increase to 4.88 million vehicles in 2016, up significantly from last year's car sales only reached 2.91 million million units. While it is expected to continue to climb to number 6.73 million units in 2020.
Meanwhile, Japan is predicted to only be able to achieve sales of 4.51 million units in 2016, is not very significant increase from last year recorded sales of 4.13 million units. The bitter truth that by the earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan last year.
While predictions IHS as reported by the Wall Street Journal, Thursday (03/15/2012), car sales in Japan will be held in figures 4.35 million vehicles in 2020.
The predictions, of course, far behind India's car market. One factor may be lagging Japanese market because automakers are playing in India always serve a small engine car that is considered very reasonable for the affairs of the bag.
While China, the prediction of automotive players in China in the coming 2020 will reach 30.68 million units of numbers of vehicles, up 74 percent from 17.66 million units last year, according to IHS Automotive.
Bamboo Curtain country managed to overtake the U.S. in 2009 and is now the world's largest car market. And Indonesia is currently sitting in fourth place after South Korea was third.
Lightest Diesel1.6L's really enjoyed by Honda
Honda cars are very seriously working on environmentally friendly diesel engines. After thrusting the heart pacemaker for 2.2-liter Accord Type S, the Japanese automaker to introduce a smaller version, the 1.6-liter at the Geneva Motor Show 2012.
Honda Motor Co. (HMC) is aggressively developing a diesel engine because of the competition in the market in some countries, like India, did not have diesel variants than its competitors. They claim the machine is the lightest in the group with CO2 emissions of 95g/km.
3/18/12
What kind of Luxury cars owned by famous celebrities?
World-class celebrities sometimes do not think anymore about money so they buy a vehicle. If you need to be modified as unique as possible.
Here are the cars of Hollywood celebrities as reported by autoevolution, Tuesday (03/13/2012).
Actress Jennifer Lopez, Katherine Heigl, Jessica Simpson, Ellen Pompeo and Olivia Wilde hooked on driving Range Rovers. While Anna Kournikov the Cadillac Escalade. And the sexy-lipped actress Megan Fox and Hilary Duff was engraved on the Mercedes G-Class, like Emma Roberts and Ashley Tisdale.
Paris Hilton.
Socialite who visited Indonesia several times was very attracted by the aura of luxury Bentley Continental GT. To be more charming, the car is covered with pink color. Unfortunately Paris has sold her beloved Bentley Continental GT and reportedly he has replaced the saloon car with the Ferrari California Spider.
In addition, Paris also has a Yukon hybrid, BMW M6, Rolls Royce Ghost, and the Lexus LFA.
Victoria Beckham
Wife of soccer player David Beckham was in love with the Range Rover Evoque. Remarkably, not only fond of the car, he was also a Brand Ambassador Range Rover Evoque.
In addition to driving the Range Rover Evoque Crossover, Victoria is also driving a Cadillac Escalade, Range Rover, Rolls-Royce Phantom and other luxury cars. Victoria Beckham seems to have poured money is used for personal enjoyment.
Katie Price
This sexy woman with put options on a modified Range Rover Project Kahn. Katie eventually disburse the funds of U.S. $ 160,000 or approximately USD 1.4 billion. In addition to the pink-colored SUV, Katie is also driving the world's fastest supercar Bugatti Veyron which the color is pink.
Pamela Anderson
Tommy Lee's ex-wife was not much to pour his love on four wheels as Victoria and Paris. Until now he is still loyal to the Range Rover. The car is faithful to accompany him on a daily basis.
Gwen Stefani.
This one woman's dream car seems in tune with the sexy and daring style. Gwen is a proved penyanyui-driving a Maserati sports car class. Besides, he also has the Porsche Panamera sports car that can run from 0-100 km / h with a count time of 6 seconds.
Jessica Alba.
The actress who has two children was very motherly. Visible from a chosen dream car only to my beloved family.
Just look at cars like the GMC Yukon, Audi Q7 TDI is now a tunggangnya. But despite the mood of mothers, Jessica also did not escape the fast cars. Noted he has a BMW M3.
Britney Spears.
Dancer husband turned out to be more active with a large car like the Mercedes G-Class and Cadillac Escalade. But he also has a Maserati Gran Turismo, Mercedes CLK at a price of billions.
Nicole Scherzinger
Sexy actress is just not a lot of collecting luxury cars and super cars. He only felt comfortable with the car from Europe, Mercedes GL BlueTEC 3.0-liter. He bought it with banderolan U.S. $ 62,500 or approximately USD 573 million. The car is
Halle Berry
Artist ever fall into the category most beautiful breasts that were very different when choosing a private car. Because only environmentally friendly cars like the Lexus RX hybrid.
Lady Gaga
Which appeared as the eccentric singer was attracted to the Rolls Royce Corniche III. He also loves cars than any other car in the garage of a house perched.
Salma Hayek.
Taste is the same motherly woman with Halle Berry at the Japanese car, the Lexus RX.
Angelina Jolie.
Well, when discussing her sexy lips on this one seems to have no end. But for business car and Angelina seem only interested in the origin AS SUV like the Ford Explorer, Chevrolet Tahoe.
To keep quality, Toyota and Chrysler make recall
The two automakers, Toyota and Chrysler are both campaigning improvement (recall) in large numbers in the United States, delivered yesterday (7/3) with different problems.
Toyota said that vehicle is exposed to "recall" reached 681 000 units, consisting of three models. First, the Tacoma pickup 2005-2009 production totaled 495 000 units to replace the cable on the spiral model of the wheel house is peeling due to friction. This condition if left in place affects the air bag (airbag) is not perfect when it happens kecalakaan expands.
Second, reaching 70 500 units of Camry and Venza crossover 116 000 units were produced from 2009 to 2011, to replace the stop lamp switch. Followed later in the automatic transmission. Thus, when used in the assembly process silicone spray model. Well, these chemicals interfere with the electrical system work. Including the Camry and Venza, gears sometimes can not be moved from position "P".
According to Toyota, the repair took 30 minutes. For Tacoma owners will be notified this April, while the others will come after the components are available.
Apart from Toyota, Chrysler also calls for improvements to the model of Jeep Liberty 2004 and 2005 the production amounted to 209 724 units due to a car like having lost control.
The trigger, lower control arm on the back of the cracks due to corrosion caused by road salt in certain states in America. This report from the National Institute for Occupational Safety Road-highway (NHTSA) of America.
3/17/12
Selena Gomez was busy to drive the scooter, and only a bikini
Justin Bieber lover who is also a singer, Selena Gomez caught on camera when it was busy driving the scooter, and only a bikini.
Without feeling the heat, Selena Gomez, along with two friends that Vanessa Hudgens and Ashley Benson continues to rotate the sleeve gas scooters.
These three young stars are absorbed in the hot sun. By simply wearing a bikini and sunglasses, ketiganyanya looks cheerful as she drove on the streets of St. Petersburg.
Reported by the Daily Mail, act cheerful Selena Gomez, Vanessa Hudgens and Ashley Benson is apparently because they were filming 'Spring Breakers'. In the film they're doing the action on a beach holiday.
Therefore, all three wearing only bikini bright shades while driving a scooter. In the latest drama film, tells the story of four girls, rob the college to fund their spring break.
Hyundai i-oniq's quite strong and masculine at the Geneva Motor Show
Geneva, - Overall, the car styling Hyundai i-oniq is less mature, though quite strong and masculine. Model scissor doors, proper fit is somewhat less suitable for a supercar.
South Korean carmaker Hyundai i-oniq introduced the concept at the Geneva Motor Show today (8/3) is opened to the public until March 18 next. Small hatchback was developed and constructed in European research and development center in Germany.
The car that has a length of 4.4 meters is environmentally friendly with a carrying capacity of 1.0 liter petrol engine with three cylinder 61 PS power, combined electric motor powered at PS 109.
For electricity, the i-oniq can travel up to 120 km da when followed by a gasoline engine to achieve a total distance of 700 km. Emissions were very impressive, which is 45 grams per kilometer.
The unique design of this car were two behind the curve is concave from side to resemble a boomerang, a traditional weapon Aborigines, Australia. "Creation is strong and the contrast between sharp character lines, but gentle, but muscular. Display the front fender, from front to back (near the door) emphasized the i-oniq kupe appearance," said Thomas Bürkle, chief designer of Hyundai Motor Europe Technical Center .
3/16/12
Lexus RX 450h Hybrid has some unique features
Lexus RX 450h Hybrid has some unique features of its own styling, including an exclusive grille, hybrid badging Including blue-trimmed Lexus logos, blue-tinted headlamps and taillamps, and LED headlamps.
After divulging the latest RX 450h look through the brochure with the Japanese, now the display of the latest generation RX was revealed in the event the Geneva Motor Show 2012.
In a prestigious auto shows in Europe, the Lexus car that will showcase consumer demand after the Ford Escape Hybrid and Toyota Highlander Hybrid, especially for the European automotive market and the United States (U.S.).
Many of the changes that occur in the car Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV), the amendment as a new front grille with a unique design, the front bumper with LED that can be integrated in the headlights and alloy wheels. These changes make the car more elegant and sporty.
All New Fiesta sedan is available in a range of attractive colors
Success with compact hatchback variant, turn Ford Motor launched the All-New Ford Fiesta sedan variants. Launch of the Fiesta Fiesta sedan lineup expands as well as providing additional choices for consumers.
All-New Fiesta sedan available in two models - the Fiesta Trend 1.4L manual transmission and 1.6L Fiesta Sport with PowerShift automatic transmission.
"All-New Fiesta redefining the meaning of a leader in its class in the small car segment, and the launch of the Fiesta sedan will provide greater opportunities for consumers to connect Indonesia with the award-winning car," Bagus said Susanto, managing director of FMI.
"All-New Fiesta sedan will feature innovative features and the first in his class like his brother, five-door Fiesta, presents a class-leading package in terms of passenger safety, smart technology, fuel efficiency, quality and value for money," said Good .
Ford Fiesta sedan equipped with an attractive kinetic design is sexy and daring exterior and chrome belt liner that looks aerodynamic and sporty. While the interior is very seductive and aesthetic high-tech cockpit via the intuitive and modern.
Both models of 1.4L and 1.6L Trend Sport package comes with a first-class Fiesta connectivity with voice command technology (Voice Command) combined with Bluetooth, allowing it to gain control without using the hands to more than 6 functions, including telephone, radio, CD, USB, and iPod.
1.6L Fiesta Sport sedan will feature Electronic Automatic Temperature Control and Climate Control Voice Command, and is equipped with leather seats to provide comfort to the passengers at any time.
He was also equipped with PowerShift six-speed automatic transmission that Ford presents a smooth driving experience, as well as providing increased fuel efficiency of up to 9 percent.
Features Electronic Stability Program (ESP) provides the right traction in all road conditions, and Hill Launch Assist function which makes things stop and walk to climb becomes easier with the Fiesta Sedan 1.6L Sport.
Safety features are also enhanced by the availability of airbags for driver and front passenger as standard on all sedan models to help provide better protection for passengers when subjected to side impact.
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) and electronic brake distribution (EBD) on the All-New Fiesta sedan, as well as the body of a very high strength, reinforced with aluminum-coated boron steel, making the driving experience safer and more attractive.
Auctioning Ducati Desmosedici VR2 an CS1 having a capacity of 800 cc engine with 230 hp power
Brand is already sold in 80 countries competed in various races of the world ranging from World Superbike to MotoGP. In Superbike, Ducati has been recorded in the 300 race and the race until 2011.
For the lovers of the race of kings Ducati, MotoGP, this may be a good news. Because the Italian manufacturer is preparing to auction off two machines are used in the arena. Machines used GP10 Casey Stoner and Ducati when it was still in the machine used GP11 Rossi ready for auction.
The second bike will be auctioned in Monaco auction house, on 11-12 May 2012 as reported by the upcoming official release Ducati, Tuesday (03/13/2012).
"Ducati is on top of two wheels with a reputation for performance and design is clear," said Peter Wallman from the auction house RM Auctions will be auctioning off the machines.
Both motors were promised would not change from before. Being the same engine and specification as both drivers are used when the meandering track.
Built on the Ducati factory in Borgo Panigale, Bologna on December 7 to 11, 2009, the Ducati Desmosedici GP10 "CS1" used by Casey Stoner was first tested on December 14, 2009 before playing in Sepang, Malaysia in February 2010.
Stoner was first to use this machine to compete in Qatar in April 2010 and got the first victory with this machine in the Australian GP at Phillip Island in October 2010.
In addition, these machines also deliver recorded Stoner took pole position in Qatar, Phillip Island and Valencia as well as get a podium in Valencia, Assen and Catalunya. Ending Grand Prix in Valencia in November 2010 after running as far as 4232 km.
While the Ducati Desmosedici GP11 "VR2" used Valentino Rossi Ducati factory was built in 6 to 10 December 2010 and first began to test two days later.
Ducati Desmosedici VR2 has a capacity of 800 cc engine with 230 hp power. Motor is claimed to be able to run up to a maximum speed of 350 km / h.
When in the hands of Rossi, Ducati Desmosedici GP11 has a distance of 2342 km or less than that used Stoner Ducati GP10.
"The release of two highly specialized machines such as this is a very rare opportunity for us, so the lucky buyer must not only enter into a confidentiality agreement, but also a member of the 'family of Ducati," said Ducati Corse Technical Director Filippo Preziosi.
"Desmosedici GP10 and GP11 are two motors that are very interesting in the history of our GP project and therefore it will be an exciting opportunity for serious collectors," he added.
3/15/12
"Surf" represents Fisker Karma's station wagon
Finland, - Compared with the Fisker Karma (sedan version), Surf has some ability to carry additional load, but not described in detail. This car is a pair of electric motors powered from the battery via the rear wheels. If the battery runs out, then turn the engine with 2,000 cc turbocharged four-cylinder that is used as an activator.
Do not rely solely on the battery plug at home, the car is also equipped with solar panels, and the condition of the battery is fully charged can travel a distance of 80 km.
Nan fierce eco-friendly cars is also claimed to have had a number of potential consumers. Special representative in California hopes to sell about 3,500 units of this new sedan model with approximately 7,000 each year
Fisker is one of the sports car that plunged into the realm of eco-friendly trends through hybrid models. Now they will release new models ready for production in the form of a station wagon called "Surf" and will make its official debut in September at the Paris Motor Show 2012.
The Finnish manufacturer said that the Surf will be available in late 2012 or early 2013. They describe the Fisker Karma Surf as a crossover between sports car and a station wagon that combines luxury, style, utility, and economic factors with an emphasis on sustainable resource use and appreciate the natural environment.
5 times for Call Center Award's obtained by Toyota
TOYOTA again awarded first place in the Champions 'The 8th Call Center Award 2012', which was held on Thursday (8/3) for the automotive category. Thanks to our best efforts in providing the best service for its customers.
Call Center Award event was first held in 2004 with participants some of the leading companies in Indonesia. In practical terms entering the eighth year, the Call Center Award assessing 3 aspects of assessment, namely: 'Access, System & Procedure and the People.
In the assessment of this Toyota exceeded 82.733 achievement for all three of these aspects and was awarded first place.
"This award is a passion for us to continue our efforts in providing the best for customers," said Vice President Director of Toyota Motor, Hideyuki Imai.
This award has become Toyota's appreciation for the efforts to always try to listen with your heart, voice and 'feedback' from customers.
Toyota wants customers to understand that it is not difficult to communicate with the Toyota, both to convey the 'feedback', suggestions, or ask for tips on caring for the vehicle.
Toyota provides a variety of means of communication to customers, among others, by email and certainly call center or the Toyota Customer Care.
3/14/12
Amazing Toyota FT-Bh's superminimized
The machine was claimed to be a very friendly environment with fuel consumption reached 47.6 kpl. While CO2 emissions can be reduced to 49 g / km.
Typically, hearing supermini car, arises in the mind is a small vehicle or a city (citycar) small dimensions with a capacity of 2 persons, such as the Smart Fortwo or Toyota iQ and Aygo. However, in the event the Geneva Motor Show which opened yesterday (6/3) for journalists, featuring concept Toyota FT-Bh could be called a supermini car but had a slightly larger body.
On this vehicle, Toyota is the highlight five pillars of excellence, the emphasis of fuel consumption and emissions, weight reduction, driving resistance include the lack of wind resistance and tire pressure is low, the drive system efficiency and utilization of energy and minimization of the use of electronic tools.
In the visible, FT-Bh body appearance reflects the mini MPV with a capacity of 4 persons. In fact, according to data that is measured length approached the Yaris with 3985 mm, width 1695 mm, height 1400 mm and 2570 mm wheelbase. The design is quite unique, elongated front with lights, bumpers and short forms of the sloping roof behind it. Similarly, the rear is dominated by the use of glass from the second row to the back door to the bottom rather prominent. Claimed, this city car weighs only 786 kg.
The weights are the savings resulting from the use of lightweight materials in the body, interior trim, chassis and some use of electronic media. Total 'diet' produced reached 280 kg. Despite the severe tightening by minimizing the interior space and electronic devices, it still looks futuristic looks. Look at the shape of a rounded dashboard, center console with a steering wheel retro thin. There are two information screens located in the center dash and mirror sites.
Yvan Muller taking Chevy Cruze win WTCC in Monza
THE Chevrolet Cruze racer started the best start in the 2012 racing season which starts in Monza, Italy by dominating the two races and won five titles from six titles at stake.
World champion Yvan Muller won the second race, while Rob Huff secures second position in the first race while Alain Menu and Rob Huff came in second and third in race two and secure the position of 1-2-3 overall.
In the first two laps, three-RML Cruze Gabriele Tarquini tried hard to conquer, rider pole position. Yvan Muller managed to overtake at the end of the first round to take over the race, but out of his hands on the second lap when he cut the first hairpin bend.
French rider is back to lead and finished first. Meanwhile, Rob Huff and Alain Menu pursue Lesmo in the second round and left them far behind.
The Swiss rider fared worse when exiting the track. Luckily, both drivers may soon recover their position, Huff finally reached the finish line in second place and the menu at the seventh position.
Cruze individual riders were also performed brilliantly by Rickard Rydell finished fourth in the first race and Alex MacDowall in the seventh position in the second race.
Marussia B2 is an evolution of the Marussia B1 present at Geneva Motor Show
The choice of engine is naturally aspirated 3.5-liter V6-powered 300 hp or a 2.8 liter turbocharged V6 engine supplied by Cosworth are available in two options outut: 360 hp and 420 hp.
Before delivery to the rear wheels, engine power is transferred to the 6-speed automatic transmission. And about his ability? Marussia B2 is equipped with powerful 420 hp engine can accelerate from 0 -100 km / h within 3.8 seconds with a maximum speed over 250 km / h.
Blessing of activities such as the Geneva Motor Show, we have a chance to see a very eccentric sports car Marussia B2. Marussia is a Russian sports car manufacturer founded in 2007.
3/13/12
Enjoying adventure with VW Amarok Canyon
Wolfsburg, - Dimensions of Canyon 88 mm longer than a higher standard Amarok because of the extra 40 mm booshing between body and chassis. More robust, having four wheels wearing tires All Terrain (AT) with thick lebin profile. Then, to thicken the impression adventurous provided 4 spotlights on the roof rack attached to the additional transverse, more pronounced fender 35 mm, and which arise from the footrests of the body with the operation of electrically.
As a bonus, attach two kayaks made from carbon fiber are intentionally designed with a soft cushion. Both are linked to the roll bar that is already provided as a safety grip. To oar could be placed on the deck, while the helmet, vest buoys and other equipment stored in the cargo that had been posted in the tub near the cabin.
For energy production, while maintaining VW 4-cylinder diesel engine that memapu BiTDI belching power 179 PS and 400 Nm of torque at 1500-2500 rpm. Four-wheel drive car is equipped with 4MOTION technology that can be electrically adjusted its menu with like Nissan Navara, Chevrolet Colorado and Isuzu D-max. "With little change some sectors, we would like to present a condensed version of the sport will adventurous like the concept of DNA Amarok in particular," Dr. Wolfgang Schreiber, Head of Commercial Development of VW cars. Canyon can be enjoyed as soon as later in 2012.
After the asphalt Amarok 2 years, Volkswagen AG (VW) adds a new variant of the pickup, the Canyon is mejeng concept at the Geneva Motor Show. This variant is deliberately prepared to meet the needs of our travelers, adventurers and more specifically for kayaking enthusiasts wild currents. Although it is still suitable for urban areas appear even more grim and masculine.