Get the latest auto and car reviews, articles and stories from automotive experts related topics in addition to the latest auto industry related news articles and automotive know how articles
Brooklands (EC) - A number of advanced features embedded in Rio 3-door; electronic stability control (ESC), electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), emergency brake assist (EBA), Hill-start Assist Control (HAC).
3-door Kia Rio goes on sale. Kia Rio 3-door hatchback variation complement 5-door and sedan available.
3-door Rio engine ranks the same as the 5-door Rio. Kia UK offers the four engines - two petrol and two diesel. All variants are equipped diesel Intelligent Stop & Go, later.
The price starts from £ 9.995. With the price that much customers can save £ 600.
Exoticcarispricedquitecompetitively, rangingfrom£69,950,£7500moreexpensivethanthe standardversion of theEvoraS.
LotusEvoraShas justlaunched aSpecial Editionwhich is onlyproduced3 units.This product wasinspired byF1carsin terms of design,while thebaseremainsadoptEvoraS.
Identity ofland the jetcan beseen from the formBonet, grilleandfrontbumper.Tothicken thelook ofracing,carcoloringusingblack paintwithgoldaccentssuch asLotus-Renaultteam.Redpaintalsousedto decorate thebodyinthe sideview mirrorcoversandtrimfrontand rearspoiler.To make it looka littlegrim,goldcoloredrimdiametermade differentsizesfront and backrespectively19 and20 inches.
It is not clear,whyonly nowthe FIAbannedthereactivesuspension.Whenthe sitelast weekproclaimedAutosport,the FIAhas giventhe green light tothe idea ofLotus.Perhaps, the bancame afterthe teamprovedto the FIALotusbreakthroughifit is contrary toregulations.
Newsaboutthe FIAbanwas firstleaked on thewebcastof TheFlyingLapandchief operatingengineerMarkWilliamsGillenreceived a letterfrom theFIAon Friday.According toMark, the results ofinvestigationsof the systemdoeshavean impact on theaerodynamics. FIA cancels Lotus' Reactive Suspension
"Wehave investigatedthereactivesuspensionsystemfor a while.This findinghas an impacton the platform ofthe caraerodynamics.Thus, the frontwhichwill go up(rising)a lower,thus benefitingfrom the perspective ofaerodynamics," saidMark.
This breakthroughhas beentestedin AbuDhabibya youngrider.As the carto maneuveraround the corner, the frontwas helpednot liftedtoo high.
WhileFerrari,asteam leaderStefanoDomenicalirevealedthatwhat was saidwasmoreconcernedaboutstabilitywhenbrakingdone."But,surelyweSeliDiki,whetheritaffects thepowersystem.Andwewaited for a responsefrom theFIA," saidStefano.
FIAhassent a letter toallthe F1 teamswhich forbaderacing carsuspensionsystem usingLotuspioneeredreactiveinseason2012.In a letterdeliveredFriday (19/01/2012)mentionedthat theinternationalautomobilefederationlessagreewith the concept.
Doha,-Although theexhibitonly lasted4 days,butthe scene ofthe world'scarmanufacturersto attractMiddleEasterntycoonswho like tobeautopricesare relativelyexpensive.Not surprisingly,luxury carsfeaturedin betweenGTSPorschePanamera4-doorsportkupe,AudiS7,S5,RS5, anda limited editionR8SpyderGTthatonly333unitsproducedin the world.Ferrari458Spidercomesby,followedby MaseratiGranCabrioSport,MiniCoupeRoadster,Mercedes-BenzML, 2012,andNissanPatrol.Not to forget,the GrandSportBugatti,BentleyContinentalGTC,LamborghiniAventadorandconcept carsfromSkodaLMission.
Dozens ofexoticcarsin the arenamejengQatarMotor Show2012 at theDohaExhibition Centre, 25-28January 2012.The exhibitionwas inauguratedby thePrimeMinisteras well asForeign MinisterSheikhHamadbinJassimbinJaborAlThanion Monday (1/23/2012).
In his speech,SheikhHamadsaid not toworry aboutthe amount ofgovernment spendingis smaller thanlast year.Especiallyin the infrastructure sector,the government hasset asideno less than40 billionQatarReal-as had beenissuedthe previous year-forthe construction offive tosixyears into the future.
Sheikh Hamadalsoexpressed his happinessand theQMS2012describes asa greateventandveryimportant.The event isalso atestament to the qualityplayerthat was heldin Qatar.Besidesthe exhibition,QMS2012 alsoorganizes seminarsautomotiveMiddleEastregional scalefor thesecond timewith the headline"The New Age ofMobility".
Nurburgring - High Acceleration High is one of the merging machine used in the M5 with a seven-speed DCT. Thus was launched by autoevolution, Monday (30/01/2012).
Furthermore, the data obtained from the BMW test results at the Nurburgring-Nordschleife, Germany. In testing, not only the acceleration of the test, but also car endurance tested by doing laps in the first few laps that must be conquered.
Bayerische Motoren Werke (BMW) had leaked pictures of the new generation cars, the BMW M6 2013. The latest generation is scheduled to make his debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2012.
However, there are different with the latest generation of the M6. BMW claims acceleration is much higher than the previous generation, equivalent to the generation M5 Coupe. M6 is equipped with 4.4-liter turbocharged engine V8 that can give off power to 560 hp.
In addition, this car can accelerate from 0-100 km / h (62 mph) in just 4.4 seconds, 0200 km / h (124 mph) in 13.0 seconds and can reach a top speed of around 305 km / h (190 mph).
TOKYO - Honda CR-Z α is available in two types of transmission, the continuously variable transmission (CVT) and 6-speed manual transmission. Although different transmission, the selling price remains the same ie 2.51 million yen. Honda CR-Z α will be sold starting this week and it is available in limited quantities through May 31 2012.
Honda Manufacturing return pamper its loyal customers by offering a special model of the Honda CR-Z α (Alpha). Cars with red wine or burgundy metallic pearl is a limited edition model.
With special color cast, the Honda CR-Z α into an exclusive and elegant look. As reported by carscoop, Monday (1/30/2012) in addition to special colors, exterior look increasingly attractive with the adoption of five alloy sports bar.
While such changes on the interior upholstery, door panels, thread stitching on the steering wheel and gearshift lever are made in tune with the exterior. Special brake pedal, clutch and gas replaced with aluminum sport-style.
DETROIT - As reported by Worldcarfans, on Wednesday (11/01/2012) This latest-generation Prius C looks much more funky and attractive. Many changes were made, both exterior and interior. This latest Prius C of five-door hatchback which is similar to the Aqua stylingnya JDM.
In the mat Detroit Auto Show 2012, Toyota introduced its latest generation of Prius cars C. This car is scheduled to glide across the United States (U.S.) in March at a price ofUSD19.000.
about kitchen runway, the latest generation Prius C is equipped with engine 1.6-liter four-cylinder hybridization supported by an electric motor. This machine can provide power 99 hp (74 kW100 PS). Prius C also has a nickel-metal-Hybride 144 volts which allows vehicles to travel short distances.
In terms of exterior changes visible on the front bumper and front grille are more prepared to decline, as well as a few more lines to make this car much more elegant and sporty.
Entering the interior, changes occur in several instrument panel and infotainment, such as Bluetooth, USB, iPod connectivity and equipped with 6.1-inch widescreen display and GPS navigation systems.
WOLFSBURG - As reported by autoevolution, Wednesday (18/01/2012) to prove this, the kitchen is equipped with runway RS3 engine 2.5-liter turbocharged five-cylinder engine making 408 hp capable of spraying power and torque of 550 Nm (406 lb-lf). Changes that rely on Audi tuner Sportec Swiaam origin.
Furthermore, Audi RS3 built by the German tuner of Sportec is completely equipped with maximum power, so the car's performance is very good. A total power rating of 472 PS (347 kw/446 hp) and torque of 600 Nm (442 lb-lf) modified with turbochargers, up to the braking system also uses the technology of the maximum.
In terms of interior, Sportec change this car with sophisticated features, as well as the compiled dynamic layout. Impression of luxury, and sporty exterior design also looks at combining black, white, and orange. The front grille was also made larger than the regular version of RS3.
Based on the screenshots from the Audi dealer, rumors indicate RS3 will be offered soon. First possibility will only be sold in Europe, and the start of May.
German luxury carmaker, Audi, finally launched the latest generation sport hatchback, the Audi RS3. Audi claims, the latest generation of this RS3 owned more power maximum.
AudiR8which will be thevictimprovideda capacity of5.2literV10enginethatcangeneratepower up to528hp.Andif itis launchedlater,hewouldhave the potentialforlong-fastestlimoin the world.
GENERALLYalimousinebuilt on thebasis oftheextendedluxurysedanand thebodyplusthe accessories.However,specialistcompaniesnamedLimoBrokerLimomakerplans tochoosethe AudiR8supercaras'korban'nya.
Toconfirmthe seriousness ofhis intentionswere,LimoBrokerLimoreleased arendering ofthe AudiR8as well as todescribewhat it will bethe figure ofthe supercarversion oftheelasticbodyafterits status as asupercarlimousine.
LONDON - This vehicle will be analyzed and assessed by a jury panel of 59 people who came from 23 countries. Jury appraiser ternasuk automotive journalist and also the people the money going directly in the automotive industry.
The winner is scheduled to be announced on 5 March, or before the event automotive prestigious Geneva Auto Show 2012.
One more stage to go through to determine the most prestigious awards in Europe. European Best Car 2012 has entered the final assessment stage.
In total, there are 35 vehicles took part in this prestigious competition. However, from 35 cars of different brands and variants of these, only seven variants' just entering the final round.
All seven variants are included in the list of finalists 2012 European Best Car is a Ford Focus, Opel Ampera, the Toyota Yaris, Range Rover Evoque, Citroen DS5, Volskwagen Up, and finally the Fiat Panda.
Japanese manufacturer Toyota's representative and also Asia to compete with cars from Europe and the United States.
Las Vegas: The German automaker, Audi, said the new system could help drive a car within certain limits. The gadget is also accelerating and braking autonomously. Use of the tool is very easy, and only had to activate the system via the keypad. "The system can be used in lane highway or in urban areas, provided the route is not too complicated," adds Audi.
System, which is based on "adaptive cruise control function," is designed to work at speeds up to 37 mph. Two radar sensors monitor the fan-shaped, each with a 21-degree scanning angle and fields stretching up to 820 feet. A wide-angle video camera monitors the road signs and can detect other vehicles, pedestrians and guard rails. Eight ultrasonic sensors can also monitor the zone directly in front of the car and on the corners.
However, this gadget is not yet certain to be output Audi's newest commercial product. The system is also designed very sophisticated with radar sensors that not only detects vehicles in front, but also in front of him. "This allows the system can calculate the caravan path," explains Audi.
Audi launched a gadget or device of traffic monitoring system, Audi Traffic Jam Assistantat largest electronics exhibition in the Consumer Electronic Show (CES) 2012 in Las Vegas, United States. This gadget will most likely be applied to the flagship Audi A8 cars in the next few years.
"This technology can ease the driver's driving moments at times unpleasant, as in heavy traffic situations," Audi said in a statement quoted by InsideLine.com on Saturday (14 / 1).
Senior Vice President of MINI brand management and coordination of business, Dr. Kay Segler said, "On behalf of my MINI congratulate Stephane Peterhansel, his co-driver Jean-Paul Cottret and the X-raid team for the victory in the Dakar Rally 2012."
MINI ALL4 Racing scored the first and second winner for the German Monster Energy X-raid Team in the 2012 Dakar Rally event. The first car driven by Dakar rally veteran Stephane Peterhansel of France and compatriot co-driver Jean-Paul Cottret ie with a record time of 38 hours 54 minutes 46 seconds. 2012 Dakkar Rally awards' dominantly achieved by Duo Mini
The second car driven by racer Joan 'Nani' Roma of Spain and co-driver Michel Perin of France who finished 42 minutes behind Peterhansel.
This is the tenth time for Peterhansel wins the Dakar Rally event. He also pocketed six wins in the motorcycle class and now he has four wins in the category of car in her name.
MINI ALL4 who have never experienced problems throughout the race and a great ability to navigate his co-driver said Peterhansel as the main factors supporting victory.