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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
It's not explained also how the ability to clone wars vehicles, the Hummer, while competing in off road terrain. Zhibo only explained if the ambitious project has to cost up to 4,000 yuan, equivalent to U.S. $ 630.
The recent news that this particular project was not completed. Zhibo still have to finish painting the affairs of a vehicle that is estimated to cost the equivalent of 1,000 yuan or U.S. $ 160. Tsk ... tsk .. tsk ... which is just too expensive for the magic vehicles.
Vehicle is equipped with a pair of dual tires on each wheel axis. Hummer H1 is driven by self-styled pedal-pedal. it's not clear how the maximum power or torque that can be generated by these vehicles.
CALIFORNIA, - Quite surprising that some cars are classified as the worst car was a production of renowned automotive manufacturers who have experience producing quality cars. Is based on these recent years that may be more stringent criteria? but whoa, there are also a few car production in recent years. So, what kind of criteria, of course, we need to consider further.
Site of Inside Line issued a list of 100 worst cars of various brands. The reason, could be due to the use of materials that are easily damaged or fragile, poor stability, lack of engine power support, and components that are vulnerable to damage or short-lived. In fact, the price is expensive but is not supported with a quality product.
Those product is classified as the worst car as follows:
BMW Isetta 1955, Yugo 1987, Edsel Corsair 1982, Trabant 1957, Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Diesel 1979, Reliant Robin 1974, AMC Gremlin 1970 dan Pacer 1975, Saturn Ion 2003, Lamborghini Espada 1968, Aston Martin Cygnet 2011, Lincoln Versailles 1977, Nash Metropolitan 1954, Crosley Hotshot 1950, Infiniti M30 Convertible 1990, Suzuki Samurai 1986, Lotus Elan 1989, Triumph Stag 1970, GEM 2002, Bristol 412 1975, Triumph TR7 1975, Clenet Series I 1975, Sterling 825 1987, Bricklin SV-1 1974, Rover 3500 1980, Austin Allegro 1973, Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Convertible 1990, Geo Metro 1989, Mercedes-Benz 300SD 1979, Rolls Royce Camargue 1975, Porsche 914 1969, Saab 9-7X 2006, Maserati Biturbo 1981, Smart ForTwo 2008, Toyota Echo 1999, Mazda Rotary Pickup, Hyundai Excel 1985, Volvo 262C 1978, Jaguar X-Type 2001, Saleen S7 2007, Vector W8 1989, Ariel Atom 1996, Acura Vigor 1992, Daewoo Nubira 1999, Eagle Premier 1988
Chevrolet : Vega 1971, Series D 1917, Malibu Maxx SS 2007, Corvette 1975, Series M 1923, C/K Diesel 1978, Citation 1980, Chevette 1976, Monza 1975, SSR 2003, Camaro Sport Coupe 1982, Corvair 1960, Corvette 1953, Cavalier 1982, Lumina APV 1990, GM EV1 1997
Pontiac : Aztek 2001, Fiero 1984, Firebird Trans Am Turbo 1980, Grand Prix GXP 2005, Solstice 2006
Ford : Mustang II 1974, Pinto 1971, Taurus 1996, Thunder Bird 1958, Gran Torino Elite 1974, Thunder Bird 1989, Bronco II 1984, Aspire 1993
Cadillac : Cimaron 1982, Catera 1997, Allante 1987, Seville 1980 Renault : Alliance 1983, Fuego 1982, Dauphine 1957 Chrysler : TC 1989, Executive Limousine 1983 Fiat : Strada /Ritmo 1978, 124 Sport Coupe Plymouth : Volare 1976, Cricket 1971, Caravelle Nissan / Datsun : B210 1973, 280ZX 1979, F10 1974 Dodge : Caliber SRT-4 2006, La Femme 1955, Challenger 1978 VW : 411/412 1968, Fox 1987 Subaru : Justy 1987, XT 1985 Ferrari : Dino 308 GT4 1973, 612 Scaglietti 2004
Finally, I just wanna ask for you about above. Do you agree or disagree? I just if you have one brand of above worst cars on the above list, You will disagree about the lists. Is that right?
Hyundai i10 Blue Drive LPG newly launched itself off in India in two variants namely Magna 1.1 and Era 1.1 disposed between Rs 4.16 lakh, or about USD 71.9 million to Rs 4.3 lakh, or about USD 74.4 million or 27,500 rupees cheaper than the gasoline version.
Fuel gas in India seems quite popular. The proof, many car manufacturers are able to breathe in the car out of fuel gas. One is the recently introduced Hyundai i10 Hyundai LPG-fueled.
But even cost less, Hyundai says that i10 Blue Drive LPG is much more environmentally friendly or eco-friendly than gasoline versions. So even when talking about fuel efficiency.
This car has a tank of gas equivalent to 34 liters, almost equivalent to the gas tank on a regular version of the Hyundai i10 which has a tank capacity of 35 liters.
LPG safety device on this bike has been certified automotive research association, Arai (Automotive Research Association of India) and the department of explosives there, DOE (Department of Explosives) has also provided security certificate for this car.
There is also fituy AMS or Alternator Management System and Manual Shift indicator (MSI) is the first in its class. With MSI, this car would advise you to change the gear position at the right time to help you achieve fuel efficiency better.
"LPG version of i10 is an alternative for customers who want a low cost. With the launch of the i10 Blue Drive, Hyundai showed an environmentally friendly initiative. Hyundai believes could preserve the environment by making environmentally friendly cars that run on low-emission fuels," said managing director and CEO Hyundai India HW Park as detikOto quotes from the rush line, Thursday (24/11/2011).
Bangkok - Subaru driver has XV All-Wheel Drive (AWD). The dimensions of a compact SUV that has a length of 4450 mm, width 1780 mm and 1570 mm height. Try to offer an elegant aspects of the Subaru through the body that prioritizes aspects of aerodynamics.
The body design of the curve but not much seems to have really taken into account by the designers of Japan. While that is not so wide grille increasingly head lamp coupled with a claimed sporty.
Subaru XV outward appearance better with star-patterned rim ring 17. There is writing XV at right back, while the AWD on the left rear.
Subaru Fun XV is equipped with start / stop engine located on the right. You simply press to turn on the machine, and press again to turn off the engine.
Well, one motorist was driving a Subaru XV more enjoyable thanks to the paddle shift behind the wheel. Subaru XV also has integrated cruise control technology. These features are really making the rider comfortable when bulldoze Toll pathway.
So no need to foot aches when riding a five passenger compact SUV. There was also a tilt and telescopic steering (up and down and back and forth steering). Function rather than the feature to answer consumer demand who want a compact SUV that comfortably.
Finally, there is good news for you because it came after a long-awaited Subaru XV finally greeted Southeast Asia. Is Gleen Tan, Group Chief Executive of Motor Image Subaru introduced the crossover is in the Thailand International Motor Expo 2011, Impact Challenger, Bangkok.
They says Subaru XV's strongest opponent forHonda CR-V. What do you think? You'll see soon.
"The goal we set up this club makes Ferrari fans in several countries, in order to get the latest Ferrari cars, especially the limited edition," said Ferrari boss, Luca di Montezemolo told Automotive News Europe, Monday, November 21, 2011.
According to Luca, the existence of this club, it would prioritize the first member to get the latest Ferrari car. "So far, the fanatical Ferrari fans can not complain because the new car quickly defeated by other consumers. So we want to make it easier for them," he said.
Luca adds, is now available 30 club official Ferrari owners around the world including Australia. Each member of the club, will be equipped with a certificate and an official license from Ferrari.
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.
