Toyota's crash test to prove 90 percent of Car accidents occurs at a speed of 55 miles per hour

Tokyo - Toyota's Crash tests performed each time it cost millions of dollars this is one of Toyota's efforts to make improvements from security side of the car. Any data taken from the dummy helps to make improvements in vehicle design to make it more secure.

The car sped up to speeds of 100 miles per hour in an accident-prone. But you know if it turns out the number of accidents with a lower speed is the most widespread. Surveys show 90 percent of accidents involving four-wheel vehicles occurs at a speed of 55 miles per hour.

It was submitted Vehicle Safety Development Manager for Toyota Motor Corp. Kanno Indonesia Yoshihisa when reporters visited the facility Higafushi Toyota's Technical Center in Japan some time ago.

"That's why at this facility, we conducted a crash test with a speed of 55 km per hour," he said.

Toyota had time to process or test crash test a collision between the Toyota Yaris and the Crown.

The second car that already contains a dummy crash it uses high-powered winch capable of hoisting the car up to speed of 55 miles per hour. And Brakkk ...! Loud noise due to collisions can be heard throughout the crash test facility.

The front of both cars were destroyed, the smoke from the airbags came out a little, the engine had suffered considerable damage.

"Things like this can happen in the real world,".

Assuming a crash at a speed of 55 miles per hour, the two cars according to Kanno is still effective in protecting the rider.

"You can see, the front door can still be opened easily with one hand only, the driver was protected from accidents. This is what we want on each of our car so accidents happen," he said.

Google-patented Dual-Mode Vehicle Switch to Autonomous Mode

Washington - As reported by the BBC, Friday (12/16/2011), Google says the technology could be used for tourism or just send the damaged car to the garage.

Several times did the test, Google has finally dared to ask a patent without a driver's car technology. And finally the U.S. government granted the patent to Google.

Application called by "Dual-Mode Vehicle Switch to Autonomous Mode" has been applied in May, but only made ​​public this week.

two sensors

In patent documents, explained that the technology it uses two types of sensors. The first sensor identifies "landing path" when the vehicle stops. The second sensor is triggered automatically and provide data on the machine on the location and purpose.

"Landing point to provide information to the driver where parking spaces are fitted to the vehicle," as told in the patent document.

"Landing point can also provide machine instructions that a vehicle parked in the area that allows it to switch to autonomous mode."

According to Google's landing path can include traffic signs, signs on the walls or lines and arrows that indicate where vehicles should be parked.

To detect the location of parking, sophisticated car that can activate the GPS receiver (global location marker system) to find the rough location and uses sensors to detect trees, shrubs or other marker elements elements that can determine the exact location.

Previously the U.S. government to assess the car without the driver was too risky to use. But the U.S. government finally relented.

i-ELOOP from Mazda does not use batteries, but capacitors

Hiroshima, - 'i-ELOOP' work when the car brakes, reducing the need for the engine to burn fuel and, in addition to generating electricity. In the state of "stop and go", the fuel consumption can be saved to 10 percent. According to Mazda, the use of 'i-coupled with the technology' i-stop idling ', a system that prolong the period of the machine dies. Planned, this technology began to be used for cars produced by Mazda in 2012.

To save power drawn from the kinetic energy when the car is braking, Mazda does not use batteries, but capacitors. In fact, the capacitor can only store electricity in a short time or temporary. Meanwhile, longer battery life.

However, capacitors have capable of storing excess electricity (filled) in quick time with a large capacity. In addition, durability or shelf life longer than batteries. Well, the excess that's what Mazda used at once claimed as the first car manufacturer in the world that uses capacitors to recycle ualang energy when the car brakes.

This new technology called the Mazda with the 'i-ELOOP' (and rectify faults were written yesterday 'i-LOOP') which was adapted from the "Intelligent Energy Loop" or recycle energy.

Without Motor and Battery
According to Mazda this system works more efficient in converting kinetic energy into electricity when the car brakes. Obtained electricity used to operate the air conditioning (climate control), audio and a host of other electrical components in cars.

Today, most car manufacturers recycle the energy or perform regenerative braking when the car by using the motor / alternator (motor that also functions as an alternator) and batteries. Both components have their respective duties.

The goal, to save energy by recycling of this brake, to save fuel consumption and also reduce carbon dioxide pollution (CO2). In particular, when the car used in a growing city in the pestle and the frequency of the traffic 'stop and go' grow taller.

In conventional systems, use an electric motor or alternator to generate electricity. In hybrid cars, electric motor and battery size are larger in size.

With capacitors, according to Mazda, the electric motor and batteries are not needed anymore. Only used 12 volt alternator voltage, electric double layer capacitor with low barriers and converters DC / DC. 'I-ELOOP' began working to recover kinetic energy when the driver took his foot off the accelerator or the car began to slow.

EDLC
Next use the alternator to the voltage change has resulted in the highest 25-volt electric (the method is considered more efficient) and after it was sent to a type of Electric Double Layer Capacitors (Electric Double Layer Capacitor: EDLC) to be stored.

These capacitors developed specifically (use in car) and can be fully charged in seconds. Furthermore, electricity from the capacitor voltage is lowered from 25 volts to 12 volts by the converter DC / DC. After that's distributed directly to the car's electrical components or to charge a car battery if necessary.

Toyota iQ can reach 21.3 kilometers for every liter

In tests conducted in Japan, the iQ can cover a distance of 21.3 kilometers for every liter of fuel (IQ standard version). With it, Toyota IQ Sport as qualified to be invited will be racing.

Toyota does not seem satisfied with the performance standards of the tiny car that is IQ. So Toyota IQ to look sporty make over with new clothes.

Design sketch leaked sports IQ. Toyota reportedly more character IQ Sport sports with sustained not only the body but the engine that has been perfected.

As reported by carscoop, Monday (12/12/2011) Toyota IQ this time more aggressive look with the use of a new bumper, extended side skirts and spoiler on the back.

While the car's rear bumper 4 passengers (2 passengers adults and 2 children passengers) have been adjusted with the theme. Rear bumper that extends the width of nan sporty muffler is enhanced with 2 pieces. Unfortunately there is clear information that can be obtained from the Toyota IQ sports.

Toyota IQ is equipped standard engine capacity of 1,000 cc, 1,300 cc. Cars with a length of three meters was claimed very fuel efficient and low CO2 emissions.

wow, 10 best engines list of Ward's Auto 2012 version

The editors of Ward's Auto gave figures on the assessment of factors, among others, power machinery, technology, observations on fuel economy and noise, vibration and hardness characteristics.





Here are 10 best engines list of Ward's Auto 2012 version:

(ten). 3.5L DOHC V-6 HEV (Infiniti M35h)
(nine). 2.0L Skyactiv DOHC I-4 (Mazda3)
( eight). 1.6L DOHC I-4 (Hyundai Accent / Kia Soul)
(seven). 2.0L turbocharged DOHC I-4 (Buick Regal GS)
(six). 5.0L DOHC V-8 (Ford Mustang Boss 302)
(five). 2.0L EcoBoost DOHC I-4 (Ford Edge)
(four). 3.6L DOHC Pentastar V-6 (300S/Jeep Chrysler Wrangler)
(three). 3.0L N55 turbocharged DOHC I-6 (BMW 335i coupe)
(two-). 2.0L N20 turbocharged DOHC I-4 (BMW Z4/528i)
(one-). 3.0L TFSI supercharged DOHC V-6 (Audi A6)

Ward Auto announced the list of 10 best engines of 2012. It seems that the list was dominated by machine-tech four-cylinder GDI engine. Of course fuel efficiency to be one important factor in the selection of the best machines.

hybrid version of BMW 3 seris will be launched in mid of 2012

According to the plan, the BMW 3 Series will begin to be marketed in the United States in February 2012 and comes with eight-speed automatic transmission. Line-up variants are prepared 328i and 335i petrol engines and diesel engines 320d and 320d EfficientDynamics.

Furthermore, for the hybrid version of BMW 3 seris will be launched in mid 2012. Plus optional eight-speed transmission in all types with Auto Engine Start Stop and backed by the strength of straight-six turbo.

BMW has set the car sixth generation of the BMW 3 Series that will be marketed in some countries like the United States (U.S.), China, Germany and Britain in 2012. However, prior to launch, BMW first announced the price of these cars to the U.S. automotive market.

As reported by Worldcarfans, Thursday (11/24/2011) BMW 3 Series is marketed in the United States priced USD 35 795. This price is slightly cheaper than the price which will be released to China, Germany and Britain.

For China's auto market, Germany and the UK, BMW 3 Series is offered from 35,350 euros to 43,600 euros.

new BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe BMW will be officially launched at the Geneva Motor Show

Munich - According to the plan, the new BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe BMW will be officially launched at the event of the Geneva Motor Show to be held in March at a price slightly more expensive when compared to the existing BMW 6 Series now.

Car manufacturer BMW 6 Series BMW faces showing Gran Coupe. This is a car that has been long in waiting and is a rival to the Audi A7 and Mercedes-Benz CLS.

Car production version of the birth was not until two years after the concept version was shown in Beijing attended by combining the two concepts namely the toughness of a car a coupe and convertible styles. Finally, there emerged a huge car with four-door coupe .

The dimensions of this car reaches 5007x1.894x1.392 112 mm or longer if compared with the BMW 6 Series coupe or convertible. Her body was 27 mm higher and 113 mm wheelbase also be longer for 2968 mm.

Because it has a larger body, then do not be surprised if the interior of the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe somewhat better when compared with his brothers.

For instance seating that is now more spacious for 4 adults but still possible if the rear seats occupied by three people who would eventually make passenger cars to 5 people.

BMW will give several engine options. For UK consumers as quoted from Autocar, Monday (12/12/2011) BMW will provide three engines will be mated with 8-speed automatic gearbox.

3.0 engine which is equipped with a powerful turbocharged 316 bhp and 332 lb-ft of torque ready to accompany the Gran Coupe 640i. While the 650i will get 4.4-liter engine that powered turbocherged 444 bhp with 479 lb-ft of torque.

In addition, BMW is also reportedly preparing a powerful 552 bhp V8 engine that is equipped with twin-turbo 4.4-liter capacity.

There is also a diesel version called Gran Coupe 640D is equipped machine with a capacity of 3.0 liter twin turbo-powered 309 bhp with 464 lb-ft boost in torque.

2013 Mercedes-Benz SL on official image's caught

You can be sure that the SL 2013 will have a weight of several kilograms lighter than its predecessor, but it is unknown what the machine will be anchored in the engine bay of his S-Class roadster is.

To find out more, it seems we must wait for the carpet of Detroit Auto Show 2012 when the vehicle is performing in real, not virtual.

THE fan of Mercedes-Benz SL-Class models in particular should delighted to hear this news. Because the automotive world recently shocked by the circulation of these images sports car character in the virtual world, whose origins are from autoblog.nl.

This image seems to come from a brochure describing the figure of 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL intact from the front and rear and top, plus the interior. Although the images present in black and white format, but still not able to reduce the assessment that this is a family of Mercedes-Benz AMG line up outside.

The new SL is the main product line of cars in Mercedes-Benz who first carries a special feature aluminum construction that makes it 140 kg lighter than the vehicle it replaces.

Mercedes-Benz SL still retaining the features of hard roof that can be folded as a standard feature as well as transparent roof with Magic Sky Control feature is offered as an optional facility.

Mercedes-Benz party while still secretive about the availability of machines that will be offered in a cool roadster such stomach. But it seems, will be launched with a 3.5-liter V6 engines and V8 engines 4.6-liter twin-turbocharged latest as well as some other machines.

two versions of Nissan Juke-R

According to the plan, there will be two versions of Nissan Juke-R to be made ​​is a juke-R with the steering on the left and the one with the steering on the right that will begin to be tested before the end of this month.

Japanese car manufacturers, Nissan has finally released the original photo of the Nissan Juke-R, a concept that powered Juke crazy!

Previously, Nissan does have a couple of times video shows images of manufacture and the Juke-R, but this photo is a picture of the definitive look of this car when it is shown later.



From the looks, as reported by Autocar, Monday (11/21/2011) can not be denied that immediately arises aggressive impression when I saw him.

Therefore, the Juke-R design lines that sharply imaged owned firmness. Moreover, large vents in the front bumper supporting the sporty impression that cold caused.

Besides useful when 'dressing up' large vents also serves to channel fresh air to the twin-turbo V6 engine behind the Japanese car bonnet.

Cooling is required, because this machine is a machine similar in race cars Nissan GT-R. Capacity of 3.8 liters, this engine is believed able to bring power up to 480 bhp.

Not only in the last engine, Nissan GT-R DNA can also be found on the transmission and suspension that drives Juke-R 20-inch wheels on all fours.

Still on the outside, it appears that applied to the rear wing produces downforce so the car can go fast without encountering significant obstacles. At the rear is a pair of exhaust pentaginal also be found.

While in the interior there is a pair of racing seats steering wheel, combined with the GT-R to create the feel of racing in the cabin of this car.

In the center, the various instruments in place with a 7-inch touch screen.

60F1's Special package's inspired of 599 GTB Fiorano

The most important part is the special silver plaque that adorned the dashboard to mark the 60th anniversary of victory in the Formula 1 Scuderia Ferrari bearing the signatures of Froilan Gonzalez and Fernando Alonso.

Scuderia Ferrari is the only team that already exist in Formula 1 since 1950. On July 14, 1951 Ferrari's first F1 victory recorded at the British Grand Prix held at Silverstone British F1 racing car through 375 are driven by Froilan Gonzalez.

Six decades later, on July 10, 2011, in the hands of Fernando Alonso, Ferrari won the F1 racing season 2011. And to celebrate, Ferrari launched a package of '60 Years of Victories Formula 1 '(60F1) for the 599 GTB Fiorano.

Buyers who choose this special edition 599 can choose from a list of exterior and interior modifications to the components that are part of Tailor-Made program launched Ferrari in Maranello by Ferrari CEO Luca di Montezemolo with LAPO Elkan, creative consultant for the program Tailor-Made Ferrari.

For business 60F1 body is available in three color themes. The first 375 F1-style color with a darker color similar to the colors used on the Scuderia F1 racing cars first.

The second option is 150o Italian Ferrari inspired by the Ferrari F1 car at this time with a white strip on the front bumper, mudguard, the seat plus the Italian flag colors on the back country.

The third model is 150o Italy 2 are almost identical with the color theme of the second car but without the addition of white components. All three versions equipped with Scuderia Ferrari shield on the home front wheels and an aluminum cover fuel.

The interior are made by Sabelt seat for the European version and Recaro seats for North American market with nearly Alcantara upholstery throughout the cabin, plus Superfabric material with extra grip on the body parts that come into contact with the driver.

Figure Scuderia Ferrari shield embroidered on the headrests also seat belt and red-blue color that complements the safety system. While the dashboard silapisi new material named Alutex durable material made of metallic fibers and fiberglass color dof whitewash to prevent glare.

Porsche 911 and Toyota Prius're managed to get a gold trophy in two different categories in Germany

An organization in Germany called by Technischer Uberwachungsverei abbreviated TUV, have diagnostic equipment to check for new vehicles after the third year and conduct the examination again after the next two years.

If your vehicle fails the first round then he will send the vehicle to a repair shop. If after repair still failed the test the feasibility of the road, the vehicle will be sent to landfills junkyard.

For this year, after making as many as 7,779,312 million inspections, Porsche 911 and Toyota Prius're managed to get a gold trophy in two different categories. As the 'local' cars, the Porsche 911 is very tough even after the use of more than 10 years. It's a very practical vehicle design so that the vehicle is easily repaired.

Meanwhile, the Toyota Prius which has a complex system occupies the highest ratings in the category of three years, beating his own brother, the Toyota Auris and Mazda2.

While the assessment of the worst falls Dacia Logan who failed in a three-year category with a 12.7% rate which puts it in the final sequence, while the Ford Ka. After reaching the age of 10 years, Ford's small car failed to obtain a certificate of TUV with the number 38.9%.

Actually, by the age of 10 years is quite reasonable if a vehicle could no longer approach the early performance, but because this is a very strict German rules, it becomes different.

If we lived in Germany, have a reliable car is a necessity to be able to roll on the highway. Because you will not be allowed to bring your car to serve targeted highway if the vehicle does not meet the requirements set by the government.

Dog's tied and dragged by Porsche 911 Carrera

London - As reported by the Daily Mail, this incident occurred in East Sussex, England, early last week. Precisely at 10 pm on Sunday, November 20, 2011.

"My client was very worried at this time due to receive messages on Facebook and the internet is threatening," said the lawyer representing him.

The animal lover would be furious with the conduct of this 30-year-old man. How not, he tied a dog behind his car and dragged him as far as 10 km with a speed of 112 km per hour!

The road users who saw the incident immediately called for police assistance. They were surprised to see a Porsche 911 Carrera in black dragging a dog on a leash.

The dog finally died with the pathetic, the dog's body was destroyed and discarded by motorists Porsche.

But police found the body of the poor dog and take him to the vet to be examined and identified. The name of the dog is finally known, but police have not released the names of dog owners.

"Injuries to dogs is very pathetic. People who see it definitely disturbed," said police officer Scott Walters.

Male motorists were eventually Porsche immediately turned himself in to police and charged with cruelty to animals.

Mercy SL with all aluminum body will be marketed in 2013

MUNICH - According to data collected, the current Mercedes-Benz's just released about the use of aluminum body and has not leaked at all about what the machine will be pinned in a car that has this light weight.

German luxury car manufacturer, Mercedes-Benz has prepared the latest generation cars of Mercy SL which will be marketed in 2013. 2013 SL is different from previous SL versions, this time almost all the body using aluminum.

As reported by Autoevoltuion, Thursday (24/11/2011) 89 percent of the total body uses aluminum SL 2013. Mercedes-Benz also claims the car is 140 kg lighter than previous versions and still have high safety standards as its predecessor.

In addition, Mercy SL 2013 is in addition to using aluminum body and lighter weight of 140 kg, this car will be a vehicle of Mercy of the most unique and dynamic and comfortable. Fuel consumption is also claimed to be far more efficient than previous versions.