Multimedia's increasingly closer to GM

In addition to GM, several other car manufacturers, such as BMW, Toyota, Mercedes-Benz, Honda, and Audi are also confirmed to integrate Siri in his vehicle each.

GENERAL Motors (GM) will be the first car manufacturer to integrate Siri in some products. The company has announced plans on Tuesday (27/11) and said that the personal assistant application that will be integrated with the type of car Chevrolet Spark and Sonic LTZ type and the type of hospital that will be available next year.

GM also announced that Siri, which exist in several Apple devices, it can be linked with Chevrolet MyLink applications that have been installed in some cars Chevrolet.

Site The Next Web said the owner of the car type Spark and Sonic have had a Iphone 4S or Iphone 5 to be able to use Siri in their vehicles. It is not yet known whether the existing Siri on iPad can also be enabled.

To maintain safety during driving while using Siri, Iphone will be entered into the Eyes Free mode where the display device will become dark.

Iphone itself can be connected to MyLink with Bluetooth and the user will begin to be able to use Siri, Eyes Free mode by pressing the activation button on the steering wheel. In this mode the user can play songs without having to hold the iPhone.

But unfortunately Siri can not do more complex commands such as opening the page in Safari browser while on the Eyes Free mode.

2013 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon come in LA Auto Show

LOS ANGELES - Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Power 10th Anniversary Edition is presented from Pemtastar V6 engine capacity of 3.6 liters. Machines capable of producing a total output reaches 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque.

Units engine is mated with a six-speed manual transmission, or also available five-speed automatic transmission. Rubicon Wrangler 10th Anniversary Edition with a sturdy 17-inch alloy wheels, wrapped with BF Goodrich KM2 tires sized 265/70 inches.

Chrysler Group LLC introduced the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 2013 10th Anniversary Edition models. Jeep Wrangler Rubicon is show off in the event the Los Angeles Auto Show 2012.

As reported Inautonews, Chrysler pretty aggressive at the LA Auto Show is, after showing the Dodge Charger Daytona 2013. Furthermore, Rubicon Jeep Wrangler 10th Anniversary Edition will also be present to fill the Chrysler booth.

Rubicon Jeep Wrangler 10th Anniversary Edition to get a new hood, some appearance that makes it look aggressive, rock rails, fuel tank cap black, cover the rear lights, as well as the 10th Anniversary emblem emblem Rubicon.

Inside the cabin is lined Anniversary Red leather, red stitching, a unique instrument cluster, and a few other features, for added comfort in the car cabin typical of this adventure.

recall again!

GM said it will contact the owners of the vehicles in question to get a replacement steering wheel airbag coil at no charge. But it was not explained when the recall will be initiated.

MANUFACTURER General Motors (GM) conduct a recall of the Buick Verano, Chevrolet Cruze and Sonic in the United States due to a problem on the driver's airbag system. The recall covers a total of 2949 vehicles.

According to the Road Traffic Safety United States (NHTSA), technical problems may cause the airbags did not inflate during a crash increasing the risk of injury to the driver.

eAssist's sold in the global market

San Francisco, - Until October 2012, GM claims to have sell 26,000 units eAssist tech car. Until 2017, they hope to sell 500,000 units of cars in the global market plus a small portion of the electric car. The amount is equivalent to 6 percent of the total sales of 9 million units in the global market in 2011.

Until October 2012, GM claims to have sell 26,000 units eAssist tech car. Until 2017, they hope to sell 500,000 units of cars in the global market plus a small portion of the electric car. The amount is equivalent to 6 percent of the total sales of 9 million units in the global market in 2011.

General Motors said it will focus more on the development of plug-in hybrids and pure electric than eternal rival Toyota, which is enjoying a conventional hybrid market. GM product chief Mary Barra said, with a narrow target of the future, we try to maintain the position of the flagship models of the Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid. GM also plans to show an electric Spark in the event the Los Angeles Auto Show, which opened 28 November this.

"The main focus of GM's electrification strategy for plug-in that will change the way people travel and the desire is great potential energy has the ability to fill in their own homes," Berra told Autonews beber (14/11/2012).

Explained, he has been working with global teams in recent months to focus. Previously, GM looks confused where to go to catch up some powertrain technology, but this step is considered to be too extravagant. "We need to educate the most promising technologies which create value for consumers and our company," beber Barra.

Conventional hybrid technology, this time completely dominated the Toyota. "It's important., But we think the technology plug-in will be very important in the next few years later," said Barra.

eAssist

In addition to focusing on two models of the technology, GM also intends to develop a technology called "eAssist mild-hybrid". The concept is similar to conventional hybrids, only use the battery size and smaller motors to assist the performance of the machine under certain conditions.

EAssist technology can not only rely on the vehicles electric motors, but it can increase fuel efficiency by 25 percent. This technology is already embedded in the Buick LaCrosse, which was launched last year. Also been applied to the Buick Regal and Chevrolet Malibu, following the latest generation Chevrolet Impala ready to be launched early next year.

Tim Lee will replace Diana Tremblay

Detroit,  -Lee had become President GMIO since December 2009 to replace the one passed Nick Reilly work as President of GM Europe and was retired at this time.

While belonging to Diana Tremblay GM veteran in the environment by working for 35 years will focus more on dealing with the North American market, one of GM's biggest market, and will be under Lee. "The experience of Diana expected to analyze the plant and create new jobs," says Akerson.

U.S. car manufacturer, General Motors (GM) to rotate the top brass as part of the evaluation and hunt down the best performance. Tim Lee, 61, who now serves as president of GM International Operations (GMIO) is plotted to be vice president of GM Global Manufacturing replace Diana Tremblay, 52, who will be shifted as Vice President of North American Manufacturing.

During her time as the number one in GMIO (including China, Russia, South Korea and other countries in the Asia Pacific region including Indonesia), Lee showed very good performance. Under his leadership, GMIO sales accounted for 40% of global GM. He also managed to bear the burden as the leader of the 60 factories in 15 countries in three continents!

"With the recent portfolio, Lee got a point and a separate credit for promotion. His experience during his tenure as President GMIO will help bring the vehicle that GM is always socially acceptable, in line with the development of GM, "bright and Akerson, Chairman and CEO of GM.

Electra's belonged to General Motor

 That is a smart marketing move by GM, by retaining the name of power and historical resonance. Surely, it would increase the attractiveness of the latest model with the name of 'Electra'.

The name "Electra" is not a new name in the automotive world. The name was associated with a variety of great cars built by GM's Buick sub-brands between 1959 and 1980.

However, GM has recently filed a trademark name "Electra" to be used in future models. The name was subtly hinted for electric cars.

Thus the name "Electra" will be a model of eco-friendly after Chevrolet Volt for the premium class. Chevy Volt with Buick as his fancy.

Another speculation that the name will be used for Tesla Model S will compete with the latest luxury sedans in the U.S.. It may be the latest model will be based on 2013 Chevy Malibu with front-wheel drive, it is not worth challenging Tesla.

Chevrolet Malibu sedan's relied by GM besides trucks and latest models to lead market

 GM led the market price for the latest models and trucks. The automaker wanted a popular vehicle, and a strong residual value of production with demand.

General Motors will raise the price of the latest generation of the Chevrolet Malibu sedan will be sold August.

Citing Automotive News, the new 2.5-liter engine, 2013 Malibu has a starting price worth 23 150 U.S. dollars, including shipping costs 760 dollars worth.

The model was a slight increase from the early 2012 models worth 22 870 U.S. dollars including shipping price.

The model is also more expensive than competitors' midsize sedan models whose designs changed slightly.

The excess cost over 870 dollars in 2013 Altima and 335 U.S. dollars over the 2012 Toyota Camry, while the price of Ford Fusion and Honda Accord have not been announced. Both will be launched this fall.

GM stated facelift Malibu buyers will save more than the new Malibu. 2.5-liter engine will produce 197 hp, or 17 percent better than the 2.4 liter engine.

GM says Malibu also offers a roomier cabin and more calm.

Initial model Malibu LS is not likely to provide a breakthrough in fuel efficiency of the current Malibu mode.

While the rank of  EPA mileage has not been determined, GM says Malibu mileage with the 2.5-liter engine will be competitive for the segment, while highway mileage is expected to close mid-30s. Malibu current speed 33 mpg on the highway.

Many buyers who are environmentally conscious Eco Malibu, which was launched last March and is sold in 26 095 U.S. dollars, including shipping costs using the GM 2.4 liter engine with eAssist mild hybrid system to have 37 mpg on the highway and 25 mpg in the city.

50,000 variants of the Chevrolet Aveo's been recalled

SHANGHAI -   GM sales in China in April rose 11.7 per cent declared themselves or sold over 227 217 vehicles. Total during the first four months of 2012 was 972 369 units sold, up 9.4 percent from a year earlier.

General Motors should do a recall or a recall on more than 50,000 variants of the Chevrolet Aveo in China.

The recall was conducted by Shanghai General Motors Co., As a joint venture between General Motors and SAIC Motor Company. The company assembles and sells variant of Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac, and Opel in China.
 
Shanghai General Motors was responsible for the recall of the 2012 Chevrolet Aveo in China. The recall was made ​​after the discovery of a problem in the brake fluid sensor.
 
Due to this problem, Shanghai General Motors is to draw as many as 47 415 units of Aveo. Shanghai GM explained that the alarm system is in the brake fluid reservoir, do not work with precision when the brake fluid level is less than the standard.

Cadillac XTS 2013 models's planned by GM to produce

XTS 2013 will feature several new technologies such as OLED or Organic LEDs can provide bright colors and dark black. And also has a large enough passenger space, and luxurious interior design and high tech.

In the event this year's Beijing Motor Show, General Motors (GM) announced plans to begin producing a variant of the Cadillac XTS 2013 models. Production is carried out starting this year in conjunction with the Shanghai factory model of ELR electric luxury coupe.

"We introduced the XTS is part of our strategy to add Cadillac models in China until 2016. This is also done to meet the needs of luxury car buyers in China, "GM Chairman and CEO beber And Akerson.

Akserson not provide further information on exactly when the launch of the XTS 2013 and ELR electric. Surely this car will be introduced to start the fourth quarter. Thus was launched Inautonews, Tuesday (04/24/2012).

Spur heart, this car uses front-wheel drive and plug-in hybrid, and the XTS Platinum concept will be mated with the plug-in hybrid system that can generate 300 horsepower and 264 lb-lf torque and fuel consumption is only achieved 17/28 mpg .

VW, General Motor, and Toyota's Omitted from the list in China

Shanghai, - "Do not expect a warm welcome abroad with close access to the outside of the industry," commented Dirk Moens, Secretary General of the European Union Chamber of Commerce, as reported by AutoChina (28/02/2012). Two major brands are included in the membership of the European Union Chamber of Commerce is Volkswagen AG and Daimler.

For manufacturers VW, GM, and Toyota who crossed from the list, according to China International Capital Corporation, an investment institution, an estimated 80 billion yuan, could be achieved. Commercial vehicle market enjoyed by local brands. This would lead to discrimination, a reflection of unfair trade practices.

Moens continued, the European Chamber of Commerce will go hand in hand with its members to approach the Chinese government in order to be considered again. Write-off rules of the foreign brands came out two months after the Government under the control of Prime Minister Wen Jiabao to apply the rules of the reduction in foreign direct investment. This policy of "turn off" special treatment for foreign investors to build factories in China.

The Chinese government declared open for public consultation through the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology until March 9, 2012. Previously, foreign brands dominate state spending for a car service to 80 percent in China. Last year, Audi into a brand that enjoys the greatest share of up to one third of the purchase of official cars.

Indifferent

Although these regulations have an impact on the potential loss of market, foreign brands in China tend to be indifferent. Dayna Hart, a spokesman for GM in Shanghai do not want to answer the phone when contacted by reporters. Also, representatives of Daimler AG and Guangzhou Automobile Group Company also did not immediately respond.

Shen Li, a Nissan spokesman in Beijing said the company appreciates the decision taken by the government of China, while Toyota's representative Liu Peng said, "The company would not comment related to the policy of the government."

On the other hand, Great Wall Motor Company's biggest SUV producer in China today is building an assembly plant in Bulgaria with investment of 120 million U.S. dollars (Rp1, 089 trillion). In addition, Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Company managed to put myself down as China are buying brand Volvo from Ford's previous owner worth 1.8 billion U.S. dollars, in August 2010 and recorded as the largest acquisition in China.

Moens asserts, if the Chinese government did not consider the fair market competition, there will be no Great Wall and Geely investment is the second in Europe.

Omitted of foreign car brands from the list of state spending this year by the Government of China had a strong reaction. European Union Chamber of Commerce in China said that the policy could backfire for Chinese cars in the international market.

a V6 engine 3.0 liter twin-turbocharging's developed by General Motors

GM ever developed a better, more modern, and more powerful engines and therefore, General Motor is able to survive in the very fast automotive dynamics.

ABOUT two years ago reported that General Motors (GM) is developing a V6 engine 3.0 liter twin-turbocharging that carries direct-injection technology that will rival Ford's EcoBoost V6 engine with it.

Machine with code LF3 is rumored to have equivalent performance V6 engine that powered Ford EcoBoost 355 hp with 475 Nm of torque strength. GM also reported LF3 engine will first take part in the Cadillac XTS by far, the luxury vehicle is always released with the engine naturally aspirated 3.6-liter V6.

The latest news about the development of GM engines claim that they do not develop an engine, but the two V6 engines with the same technology. The second engine features a larger capacity engine-based GM 3.6 liter V6-powered 420 hp.

These machines will probably be the power supplier for Cadillac vehicles, including XTS and CTS for the next generation 2014 model. There is also the possibility of the engine used on the ATS ATS-V high-performance version that would get rid of the V8 engine to be replaced by a twin-turbo V6 engine is the latest.

Bosch conducts research on Gasoline Engine Technology Without sparking plugs

The researchers hope their prototype machine will be as strong as GM's 3.8-liter V6 engine but with a shrinking target fuel consumption by 30 percent. Unfortunately, this technology still seems too early. The prototype of this new engine will be completed as early as the year 2014 which means it is still long to be produced commercially.

SOME years ago a gasoline engine without spark plugs or homogeneous charge compression ignition (HCCI) is very interesting. A number of major automobile manufacturers including General Motors, Daimler and Volkswagen seriously investigate the benefits.

Bosch conducts research on Gasoline Engine Technology Without sparking plugs

Since then the technology is not widely heard from again after the engine and hybrid electric drive systems powered vehicles increasingly popular. But that does not mean HCCI has been buried.

It seems that HCCI technology still has a bright future. Supplier of automotive components giant Bosch along with several associates plus a grant of U.S. $ 12 million from the departments of energy the United States is working on a project feasibility HCCI commercially.

This technology is reaching the stage just by compressing combustion air and fuel mixture without the need for spark plugs, as occurs in diesel engines. But the designers of gasoline engines face a number of challenges.

The biggest challenge is controlling the HCCI gasoline engine combustion process. If the spark plugs, combustion time can be easily arranged by the PCM (powertrain control module) that can control when the sparks are not possible on HCCI without spark plugs.

Mixture composition and temperature must be changed in complex and timely manner to achieve performance comparable to conventional engines with spark plugs in a very wide range of operational conditions. Challenges include extremes of temperature both hot and cold, thin air content effects on driving conditions at altitudes as in the hills and mountains.

To overcome this problem, the designer can use a machine that uses gasoline but can change the mode between uses spark plugs and diesel-style compression if needed.

If successful, the gasoline engine with HCCI and existing technologies such as turbochargers and stop-start system can improve fuel efficiency by 30 percent compared to a conventional engine with the performance of the first machine berberupa sama.Prototipe GM Ecotec 2.0-liter engine is equipped with a supercharger, turbocharger, direct fuel injection, stop-start systems and variable valve timing.

Chevrolet is reportedly preparing a new generation of Camaro

Detroit -According to reports circulating in GM Inside News, Tuesday (27/12/2011) General Motors which is the parent of Chevrolet is currently preparing everything.

Reportedly, the sixth generation of the Chevrolet Camaro would be born in the year 2016. A number of sources at General Motors was reported to have confirmed this info.

The car will use a V8 engine with direct injection 6.2 liter capacity. Small block engine that will likely replace the 6.0 liter engine and will start his life to drive the C7 Corvette will come out in 2014.

7-speed manual transmission that already has a dual-clutch automatic will likely be paired with Chevrolet though the machine has so far not commented officially.

What was the new generation of Bumblebee later? We'll wait.

Chevrolet Camaro today can be regarded as the most popular muscle car in the world thanks to his role in the film of The Transformers. Although current models are still very attractive, the Chevrolet is reportedly preparing a new generation of Camaro.

The annual Detroit Motor Show give clues of American automotive optimism

Detroit - In the midst of American optimism, Asian markets also showed that they are a potential market for the automotive industry. GM reported their sales figures jumped from 830 thousand to 2.35 million units in 2011. While Ford also showed an increase of 70 thousand numbers to a record sale of 519 thousand units.

The annual Detroit Motor Show to be evidence that the economic crisis that struck the United States would soon be over. Even the American automotive manufacturers, like Ford, General Motors (GM) and Chrysler, is optimistic the car market in the near future as soon recovered.

Ford and Chrysler take advantage of this annual event to launch the latest models are believed to be Uncle Sam State consumers demand. "We have just completed the production volume increase of about 10 thousand units," said Lewis Booth, Ford's Director of Finance. "The plant will be mainly domestic print out a profit so we feel better."

After double-digit sales increase in 2011, most analysts predict the U.S. market will begin to grow on. Ford itself to compete in domestic or international market with the launch of the latest version, Fusion. Family car has become the third best-selling car in the United States, after the Nissan Altima and Toyota Camry.

Detroit Motor Show in the middle of the fabric of present data showing that the American economy is on the rise. Stephen Odell, Ford of Europe Operations Director, said the American economy is recovering steadily. "There are some good signs, such as on housing and employment," he said.

However, despite optimism in the domestic market, the three major American manufacturers are still wary of the European market. Most analysts predicted sales would fall in Europe this year. "Unless economic conditions change for the better in Europe, consumer confidence will be challenged. We also feel challenged," said Tim Lee, Head of International Operations of General Motors. They do not plan to merge two subsidiaries, Vauxhall and Opel, which analysts estimated could increase profits in Europe.

However, in the midst of uncertainty in Europe, Ford said it plans to introduce 10 new models there this year. "We expect the European market will be in the range of 14-15 million," says Stephen Odell.

Wow, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition Presents

DETROIT (EC) - General Motors mating elements of Corvette Z06 and Corvette ZR1 to create this car became the fastest in history. His heart capacity of 7 liters (427 cu inch) LS7 from the Corvette Z06. Burst of peak power 505 hp and 637 Nm of torque. Only available with 6-speed manual transmission like the Z06.

LS7 engine jointly developed Le Mans Corvette engine - winner of the GT1 class. Engine connecting rods and valves showing entry of titanium. Special, kitchen runway is made by hand at the Performance Build Center owned by General Motors (GM).

Some components are picked from the Z06 as the rear axle. Alloy Wheels 19 "front and 20" behind the ZR1 and wrapped donated by Michelin PS2 tires.

Some of the 427 Convertible is made of carbon fiber such as the hood, fenders, floor panels. The use of carbon fiber car aimed at reducing weight significantly.

With a weight of 1.522 tons (3355 pounds) and 505 hp power to make power-weight ratio of 427 Convertible best in its class with a 6.64 or 6.64 hp for each heavy vehicle. Meanwhile, Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet reaches 6.90 and the Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 RSI 7.58.

In fact, GM claims 427 Convertible Convertible will be the fastest car in history with a 0-96 kph acceleration in 3.8 seconds. The maximum speed of 306 kph translucent.

427 Convertible is available in a choice of trim 2LT, 3LT and 4LT. Created a unique identification number on each vehicle as ZR1.

427 Convertible offer Arctic White exterior color and interior leather berkelir Blue Diamond. Other characteristics of a special logo, ZR1 style rear spoiler, and brake calipers gray. Logo '60th 'in the middle of the lid (cap) alloy wheels, steering wheel and seat. Berkelir graphical form optional Pearl Silver Blue rolled to the roof.

General Motors has not been informed of price and production quantities of this special issue. However, the first product 427

Convertible will be auctioned for charity at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale on January 21, 2012. The results of the auction will be donated to the organization's Drive to End Hunger.

427 Convertible Corvette 2013 Collector Edition Corvette mark 60 years of existence in the world. 427 Convertible Corvette Collector Edition became the fastest convertible in history.

2013 Cadillac ATS follows race arena with BMW 3-series

DETROIT - GM also confirmed that the latest generation of ATS will be available in a version of the All-whell-drive (AWD) and the use of independent rear suspension and front suspension is of MacPherson double.

"Cadillas ATS is car that much sought-after consumers. Until now the car market is mainly in the United States is quite high. Therefore, we give the green light at the request of the consumer during this and be prepared as a competitor to the BMW 3-Series, "said GM's senior vice president of Global Product Development, Mary Barra.

2013 Cadillac ATS follows race arena with BMW 3-series

General Motors (GM) Cadillac ATS will be exhibiting at the 2013, Detroit Auto Show 2012. 2013 Cadillac ATS is prepared to rival the BMW 3-series that has been circulating in the automotive market the United States (U.S.) first.

As reported by autoevolution, Monday (01/09/2012) This new generation of Cadillac ATS will be one of the most popular consumer model, especially in the United States (U.S.) as well as being a very competitive rival to the BMW.

This latest generation of ATS will be able to display better acceleration in accordance with the tradition of Cadillac. However, the issue price of the car, the management of General Motors can not be sure.

Regarding the kitchen runway, ATS will be equipped with 2.0-liter turbo engine that can give off energy up to 270 hp and 2.5-liter turbo engine that can provide power to 200 hp and 3.6-liter V6 engine with maximum power to 320 hp. Transmission options are also two options, namely manual and automatic.

the work of designers in the design studio

SHANGHAI, - GM wants a new vehicle design facility in Shanghai can also open up access to key world markets. China creates diverse geographic mobility needs which vary from one region to another. "It is logical to think the discovery here can match the other regions that have similar characteristics and behavior," said Gaowa.

Today, the work of designers in the design studio GM-SAIC Shanghai Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center, which already operates first, already applied to the interior of the Buick LaCrosse is manufactured both in China and the United States. In South Korea, these products are marketed using the name Alpheon.

General Motors' commitment to make China a major car market continues to be proven. Having founded the design studio in Shanghai, now branded as "America" It takes labor, talented young designers to manage the local Chinese.

GM Design Studio planned to start operating in July 2012 with the latest facilities Advanced Technical Center (Technical Development Center). Director of GM Design Studio Gaowa Wulin said, "We are looking for individuals who have a passion and exceptional talent in terms of car design and those who dare to go against the flow."

Described, since September 2011, he continued to hunt for talented young people from schools and universities design in Beijing, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Detroit and Los Angeles. Gaowa confirmed, the search still continues! This short-haired woman added, the design studio in China to be the most important locations for the boundaries of all markets in the world. That is, products that are created in this location will be global, not just for the China market.

"Demand for cars in China continues to grow, our success here is very critical. We need to monitor and assess what kind of behavior, needs and desires of the people of China, so we can create the right product to market," continued Gaowa.

exterior and interior package's offered

DETROIT - As reported by autoevolution, Monday (12/26/2011) touring package offered for this 2012 Cadillac CTS in the form of an exterior design package gives the car is much more elegant. These changes are done on a much more comfortable suspension, alloy wheels becomes larger with a choice of sizes 18 and 19 inches.

Meanwhile, front and rear lights look much more dynamic system that has a LED. For the interior package, changes occur in the brake pedal, and gas are wrapped with Crom, the dashboard is covered with brown wood fibers and upholstery colors to suit the color of the dashboard.

2012 Cadillac CTS does not initiate the change, the car is still equipped with 3.6-liter V6 engine that can offer a high enough acceleration and fixed fuel efficient and environmentally friendly.

Furthermore, with the touring package on offer, the price difference between the 2012 Cadillac CTS Coupe and Wagon versions only USD2.065 from the usual version.

American car companies, General Motors (GM) as the Cadillac automobile manufacturers, has launched a touring package for the new generation car, the CTS 2012.

GM introduced a system of preventing collisions on the GMC Terrain SUV

GM introduced a system of preventing collisions on the GMC Terrain SUV

DETROIT, - "GM is committed to providing the initial protection, during and after the collision. The best scenario is to avoid tabarakan.Teknologi is designed to help drivers avoid crashing, "said Gay Kent, Executive Direcytor Vehicle Safety and crashworthiness of GM on the use of this collision prevention.

GMC system uses a high resolution digital camera mounted on the front of the rearview mirror to see the form of vehicles and road markings. The next system, will give a warning with the sounds and images.

General Motors (GM) introduced a system of preventing collisions on the GMC Terrain SUV to be launched next year. The company's claim, this is the first system used in the automotive industry. The system uses only one camera.

In addition to use to avoid crashing cars that are or gliding slowly in front, also prevents knocking or grazed when moving point.

Motorists are being warned to be on the back of another vehicle and the distance is too close. Voice warning also appears if the vehicle is moving lane without activating the turn signal (the indicator light turns).

Digital Image
According to the National Automotive Sampling System, menabrakan the rear 28 percent of the nearly 6 million insinden accidents that occur each year based on police reports. Meanwhile, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NTSHA), said rear collisions generally occur because attention is not focused on the road. Hence, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) rate, GMC collision warning system was considered very helpful to reduce accidents.

"Digital image sensor used in this system, the concept is the same as the image of a cell phone that sent the computer. That's why the use of the camera system is more easily on kendaraa, "beber Raymond Kiefer, PencegahTabrakan Systems Technical Fellow, GM.

"Combined with the algorithm of digital camera images, enabling us to calculate the time of the collision," he added.

Impressions reminder consists, for a collision in front of the green and the icon for detect perpindah jalaur. Are like the warning lights flashing red warning hit the vehicle in front, warning lanes using the orange icon with the sound of bells.

Warning system is working at a speed of 40 km / h, the driver warned if they follow the vehicle ahead too closely. Also warned of the possibility of going to hit. If the predicted collision is unavoidable, the vehicle will activate the brakes help drivers slow down and stop the vehicle more quickly.

How it Works
Forward collision warning software works by examining images taken of - 14 "frames" per second - to determine the shape of the vehicle. Furthermore, vehicles are detected, checked at every turn of the picture frame.

Demgam change the size, the possibility of a collision time occurs can be calculated. The system also uses other parameters, namely speed, change direction and movement of the gas and brake pedals.

To be used on condition pernglihatan different, the system combines four separate Exposure to creating high resolution images and then analyzed. This method is very useful at night when close exposure is necessary to clarify the picture. While the exposure is much used to detect the shape and texture.

At night, the target is determined by looking at a pair of light that move in tandem, in this case using the rear lights. The system works as long as the camera eye is not obstructed, misalya by snow or mud.


Speed
In addition to pelototi vehicle in front, the picture also looked at markers-markers to determine a warning when moving point. At a speed of 56 km / h, a warning icon moving point - solid green that mark active or working.

If the vehicle out of lanes without turn signal switch, turn lights, flashing at once issued a beep sound.

the all-new Colorado're introduced by General Motor

"Thailand became the first market in the world are selected to introduce the all-new Colorado. This shows the seriousness of the working step Chevrolet mid-size pickup segment," said president of GM Thailand / SEA and Chevrolet Sales Thailand, Martin Apfel.

  the all-new Colorado're  introduced by General Motor

Today, General Motors (GM) claimed to have spent a lot of investment in 5 years to develop Colorado. GM selected Thailand as production base given the huge potential market. In addition to working on the domestic market, GM is also supplying the export market, which is not just for the scope of ASEAN, but also the world, which is supplied from Thailand.

Two engine choices are equipped by Chevrolet Duramax turbo-diesel 2.8-liter capacity with the capability of 180 HP and 470 Nm of torque and powerful 2.5 liter 150 HP and 350 Nm of torque. Transmission systems also have two choices, each 5-speed manual, 6-speed automatic, and transmission center for the transfer of the configuration of 4x2 to 4x4, or vice versa, which is operated electronically.

Regarding security issues, Chevrolet unmitigated offers active and passive safety features, such as electronic stability control, anti-lock braking system with electronic brake-force distribution, traction control, hydraulic brake assist, cornering brake control, and not behind the air bag.

Colorado is marketed in three levels of specification, ie, LS, LT, and LTZ, depending on the package of convenience and safety features offered. Toyota Hilux pickup competitors, Mistubishi Strada Triton, Ford Ranger, Isuzu D-Max and it is priced starting 537,000 baht (Thailand) to the most expensive 808,000 baht per unit.

 Chevrolet Colorado officially launched in Bangkok, Thailand, on Thursday (05/10/2011). The new pickup is offered in two choices of turbo diesel engine with 26 variants and will be marketed to 60 countries around the world.