Driving Skills for Life (DSFL) held by Ford will be always socialized

Ford is getting support from the Asia Injury Prevention Foundation (AIPF) raise awareness about safe driving practices, and has organized sessions for the various participants - all of which are provided free of charge.

"Security on the street is a very serious problem and this is closely related to our business,".

"We're not only committed to providing the leading vehicle in terms of safety, quality and fuel savings to customers, through training DSFL, we hope to increase understanding and help them drive better, safer, and with a higher level of awareness of other vehicles on the road. ".

Traffic accidents continue to cause high mortality rate each year.

PROGRAM of Driving Skills for Life (DSFL) is a global program that was held in Ford's efforts to reduce the number of deaths in accidents and to improve the quality of traffic on the highway, driving through a professional training program is safe and fuel efficient.

This program uses the technique of online training, classroom teaching and practice in the field to enhance the learning process and bridge the experience gap of more than 500,000 riders of various ages.

DSFL is currently entering its fifth year of training new riders in the Ford market in Asia Pacific and Africa, which includes Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, China, India, Taiwan and South Africa.

DSFL program has been customized for each of these markets in order to reflect the driving environment and the local road conditions. DSFL in Southeast Asia for example, include tips when driving in flood, in China where the snow in the north resulted in slippery road conditions, while in the United States that targets teenage drivers at the high school level.

Participants DSFL in Asia is largely a novice rider because of economic improvement encourage the rapid rise in vehicle ownership. To date, 50,000 people have participated in programs throughout Asia and 12,000 more expected to join in 2012.

driving training includes anticipating the road conditions, the application of fuel-efficient driving techniques, avoiding driving at high speed and keep it well-maintained vehicles to achieve optimum fuel economy.

Safe driving skills focused on the use of seat belts, recognition and anticipation of changes in traffic conditions, avoiding distraction while driving and keep a safe distance with other vehicles.

Since 2008, Ford's global DSFL program has trained a variety of participants, including the Ford customer, fleet companies, students, international organizations, representatives of the dealers, journalists, members of the police and armed forces, as well as employees of Ford, to help riders improve their skills and techniques.

Special touch for Lamborghini Aventador

Bologna: There are many parts of the skin is wasted, but the women are not much (wasted). They have a special touch," said Hauser. Lamborghini Aventador is the latest series is being marketed.

The team, comprised of 35 women working in two shif. They cut and sew leather upholstery for the dashboard and roof lining.

Luxury Italian supercar, Lamborghini, it's not just the work of the men, but also involve the employment of women.

"The work chair, all employees are men because they are strong. But (on the smoothed) we need to cultivate a sense involves the skin, and women are better at it," said Arno Hauser, Production Manager Aventador Lamborghini V 12, a new recently.

Hauser said that women have a more critical eye and sensitivity to detail.

Every Lamborghini took three and a half cowhide, or a year they need as much as 12.6 tons of cow skin that can cover 23 thousand square meters of surface. On average in the year 1800 Lamborghini made there.

There are dozens of color and sewing techniques. The most popular are black (85 percent). But there are also yellow and orange skin.

Unveiling Hyundai's i-flow concept

SEOUL -Talk about design, form i-flow no doubt. Firm lines on the side of the body which became the hallmark of Hyundai models makes it looks more in character. In addition the use of LED lights makes it look modern.

Hyundai Motors is preparing a surprise event at the Geneva Motor Show to bring the car Hyundai i-flow concept. The car that will mejeng the events taking place next March, has been developed together with Hyundai chemical company, BASF.

As reported motorbeam.com, Tuesday (07/02/2012) i-flow will describe the future of Hyundai vehicles that take advantage of futuristic materials used in vehicles. With the help of BASF, Hyundai is able to reach several advantages such as greater fuel efficiency, lower environmental impact, design freedom and security and comfort.

"i-flow is the cornerstone of future vehicles. Hyundai quickly involve us in the development process so that we can offer over our ability. We are very pleased with the outstanding results of our cooperation," said Wolfgang Hapke, Performance Polymers Division Head.

Hyundai i-flow fluidic design concept that carries the sculpture has been awarded an innovative coating technique from BASF. As explained above that the i-flow constructed using futuristic material that reduces the impact on the environment. As an example of the use of lightweight construction materials such as Ultramid Balance on the seat frame and foam thermoplastic energy absorber.

Addition of other materials such as Elastollan Luquafleece and moisture absorbent material and thermo-plastic polyurethane elastomers. Infrared pigment is also present in the cabin that adorn the dashboard, seats and center console, the technology called Passive Heat Management.

Unveiling Most powerful car ever made by Ferrari

The engine is believed to be carrying capacity with a 6.3 liter V12 configuration which has an estimated output of 700 hp is juxtaposed with the transmission of dual-clutch 7-speed. If true, this means a new vehicle is the most powerful sports cars ever built by Ferrari.

APPROACHING the introduction of a replacement model Ferrari 599 Maranello Italian car manufacturer confirmed that the first official images for the media to be released on February 29 and the new model is claimed will be the most powerful sports cars ever built by Ferrari.

Ferrari released a video with pictures in disguise. The news and pictures were released a week after the disguised special customers and dealers are invited to see first hand the vehicle manufacturer's new flagship car bearing the prancing horse.

Internally, the vehicle is known as the F152 model but did not explain what the name of its production. Rumor has it he will be referred to as the Ferrari 620 GT.

2012 nascar news will unveil new things at the Daytona 500 race

Garen Nicoghosian, chairman of Ford's design team for this racecar, stuffing her body with aerodynamic packages like NASCAR cars, but without losing the characteristic curves of mass production version of Ford Fusion, for example the shape grille. The reason is, that could be emulated by the lovers of the world and the modification of four-wheel racing NASCAR.

FYI, the 2013 Ford Fusion NASCAR racecar will be introduced to the public while at the Daytona 500 race that will begin to be held in February 2013.

When the Detroit Motor Show and then, apparently not only bring the Ford 2013 Ford Fusion just to be introduced to the public. But apparently they also make use of the international automotive event as a moment to introduce a prototype 2013 Ford Fusion NASCAR racecar.

The move is a form of support to the Ford national race pride of Americans, NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, as well as an initial strategy for the sale of 2013 Ford Fusion in the future.

Ford Tourneo and Ford Transit Panel Van will be produced

Ford Tourneo and Ford Transit Panel Van will be made in Turkey, while the models with blank rear chassis will be made at Southampton, England.

Ford will display a concept vehicle at the Geneva Motor Show the Transit Tourneo to carry passengers. The figure of this vehicle is a dramatic new look and image that introduces a new family of Ford vehicles 1 ton class passenger and commercial vehicles for Europe and Asia.

Leadership of the European Ford Tourneo Stephen Odell said that would be appreciated by many customers business and tourism. Vehicle is carrying a new interior design with a focused cockpit for the driver.

The luxurious cabin seat multi-class sedan is equipped with high quality materials. In addition kabnnya also comes with new features like multi-adjustable rear seat and removable.

New features on diesel engined vehicles powered 2.2-liter Duratorq TDCi 153 bhp this is SYNC can be activated by voice command, in-car connectivity system, rear camera monitor and lane departure alert.

This concept vehicle uses a new global platform that is claimed Ford was developed to provide the equivalent sedan driving dynamics, such as agility, responsive handling, improved ride comfort and reduced noise levels.

"We want to give it to the driver and the passengers in the backseat of a standard interior with the same quality and design with sedan cars, but with a more spacious space for passengers and luggage," said Ford of Europe design chief, Paul Campbell.

Seat in the rear-seat itself has a same time with a completely new design that can easily be folded into different configurations or even removed altogether.

Additionally, it will be introduced also a new variant line of Transit Panel Van in April and is expected to have a bunch of different designs Tourneo nose. The series of these new vehicles will be equipped with diesel engines the 2.2 liter Duratorq TDCi refinement and technology silengkapi Auto-Start-Stop as a standard feature.

This machine is presented in three output options is 99 bhp, 124 bhp and 153 bhp. The third engine is mated to a 6-speed manual transmission, while the engine power channeled to the road surface in through the front wheels (front wheel drive). Transit new model is available in two long wheelbase, short wheelbase (SWB) and long wheelbase (LWB).

10 supercar's assumed of wasting fuel

Having a luxury car or a supercar is very desirable. But beyond that, his strength is great and has a very high speed effect on fuel efficiency.

In the midst of oil prices continue to soar, every automaker is currently competing to create an economical car. Starting from developing diesel engines, hybrids, electric vehicles and almost all automotive manufacturers to build vehicles version of "eco". Apparently, a luxury car or a supercar is still not fully lead to efficiency. Here's a list of the most wasteful vehicles;

A. Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
Of the more we are in the bottom of the list, the farther from the predicate terekonomis supercar or a luxury car. Due to this one car requires 5 km / l in urban as well as 6:38 km / l for each trip taken.

2. Lamborghini Murcielago
Although all impressed with the appearance of frightening and fantastic speed, supercar bearing the raging bull has a worst emission levels. In addition, the 6.5 liter V12 engine is just a 5.53 km to a liter of petrol.

3. Bugatti Veyron
8.0-liter W16 engine is providing exceptional acceleration, but only 1 liter of gasoline soared to 3.4 km on the road as far as urban, and 5.59 km / l on highway. It turned out that the technological sophistication of the engine 10 with 4 turbochargers and intercooler, not much helped supercar utilize fuel better.

4. Bentley Azure Brooksland
Fuel consumption of a luxury car is not much different from the Ferrari 612 Scaglietti. Brooksland expected within a year of fuel costs by an average of 4568 dollars or about Rp 40 million, while Scaglietti only 4377 U.S. dollars (USD 39 million).

5. Ferrari 416 Scaglietti
For vehicles bearing the Prancing Horse Italian are making progress. 5.7-liter V12 engine that can shoot up to 540.40 PS, can take up to 4 km / l for the city and 6:38 km / l on the highway.

6. Maybach 57
Luxury cars at a cost of 335 500 U.S. dollars or about Rp 3 billion-an, of course not built with poor quality. However, through a 6.0-liter V12 engine that he can have a fuel absorbs at 4:25 km / l in the city and 6.8 km / l on the highway.

7. Bentley Continental GT Convertible
The pride of British cars with luxury features, it is not as good fuel consumption. Through a 6.0-liter V12 engine, this convertible needs fuel as much as 4:25 km / l in the city and 7:23 km / l on the highway.

8. Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG SUV
Do not ever think to bring this SUV before you have your own oil reserves. Because the car is capable of absorbing 4.68 km / l in urban and 5:53 km / l, with a supercharged AMG 5.4 liter V8.

9. Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG
A vehicle that is capable of producing power up to 517.08 PS and accelerates from 0 - 96.56 kph in five seconds by 6.2 liter V8 engine. But in terms of "economic" wait a minute, his record for eating the fuel 4.68 km / l for the city and 5.95 km / l on the highway.

Recalling Several Nissan- produced car types

Yokohama, - Nissan car models that were identified include damage production Juke Japan and the United Kingdom, Japan assembled Serena, Patrol, Infiniti M and QX August 2009 until January 2012, Chinese assembly Tiida and Micra in India. Of the whole to be called and will be repaired, 92 679 units in Japan and according to a spokesman for the NMC has been no accidents or injuries resulting from such defects .. Added, the problem is not cause harm or injury to the model in the recall are.

Nissan Motor Co. (NMC) to recall 249,522 units of cars of various models around the world because of the condition of the sensor on the fuel rail regulator is less tight. This happens especially on a machine that uses direct injection system. If not corrected will lead to leaks in the fuel line system. Nissan says the fuel rail pressure sensor on a particular vehicle may be loosened gradually

Euro NCAP confers awards due to 2012 Honda Civic earned the highest rating of five stars for safety systems

Brussels, - With the number of accidents in Germany and Europe about 200,000 to 250,000 years ago, is expected CMBS technology can suppress these figures. Reflecting the results of Euro NCAP testing, the Honda crash test facility in Tochigi, Japan is committed to continue to conduct tests on the new Civic with a variation of the weight and size vary.

2012 Honda Civic earned the highest rating of five stars for safety systems of independent institutions Car Safety Assessment Program New Europe (Euro New Car Assessment Programme's = Euro NCAP) is delivered through a release on Wednesday (22/2). This success has extended the collection of Honda's top technology award Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) .

Testing includes the protection of motorists, passengers or pedestrians. Well, the third element of the Civic bagging the highest value, respectively 94% protection for adults, 83% in children, 69% for and 86% of pedestrian safety standards. Raihan figures beat the Jeep Compass which won two stars in adult occupant protection 61%, 76% of children, 23% and 43% of pedestrian safety standards.

Honda CMBS technology is recognized as one of the best available safety innovations. CMBS is a radar technology is integrated with the emergency braking system that was developed to help avoid collisions in the same direction moving or stationary (fixed). This system will alert the driver when a collision is coming in high speed or low speed.

Mercedes-Benz 300SL 1955 Gullwing in auction

LOS ANGELES - The figure of Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing is a classic car which is quite rare because it was built in the 50's. So far the new Ralph Lauren and Jay Leno who is a collector of rare cars that have this antique car. As reported by carbuzz.com, Tuesday (01/24/2012) This car was completed on 20 April 1955 ago.

Along the way, Mercedes-Benz SL chassis that carries the number 550 028 which was sent to America on May 27, 1955. In 1980 the car was bought by a collector from Germany for U.S. $ 57,000 or equivalent to Rp509 million.

In 1982 this car into space 'care' for the restoration undertaken by Hill & Vaughn in Santa Monica is famous in the field of restoration and often won the Pebble Beach event.

After that the car shipped back to Germany. There, the car is re-entered the room to get a new color restoration. Finally, in 2009 this car fell into the hands of a collector Ken McBride Gullwing. Until finally the car was sent to a specialist restoration 300 SL, Rudi & Co.., In 2011 the restoration is complete, thanks to cold hands 300 SL back to normal with silver paint and interiors shades of blue.

Affairs of the heart pacemaker, the original machine is still maintained to corroborate its authenticity. Mercy gullwing produced only by 29 units worldwide. Rudge wheels alerts as well as further strengthening the Plexiglas windows of the historical value of this German car.

This car is also equipped with original tool kit, a hammer, jack, comprehensive documentation, certificate of Mercedes-Benz, owner's manual, instruction manual, spare part catalogs, books and service manuals Becker radio.

In the event Gooding & Company auction a Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing 1955 valued U.S. $ 4.62 million. A fantastic price for a 57-year-old car.

Carbon Ceramic Brake's applied into Nissan GT-R

MELBOURNE -The brake device named CCX (Carbon Ceramic Xtreme). Iron rotor disc of material with the same size, was developed by Alcon. This auto parts companies offer some measure of brakes that can be pinned on the super car.

Carbon ceramic brake devices Nissan GT-R includes, 400mm ventilated front discs, 385mm rear ventilated discs, calipers front 6-piston monobloc is equipped with Alcon bearing CCX-1. Rear monobloc calipers fitted with 6-piston Alcon bearing CCX-1.

"The brake system on this supercar is the most modern. Made with very high quality, stopping distance, and resistance is significantly better than the brake manufacturer," explained Director of Alcon's sales of Jonathan Edwards.

Nissan claims the GT-R has high acceleration, capable of penetrating acceleration of 0 to 60 miles per hour in 3.5 seconds. While the latest version of the GT-R is able to achieve acceleration of 0-60 miles / hour in 2.7 seconds.

Alcon, the company that supplies components for performance cars such as Audi, Bentley, JLR, Ariel, Noble and other cars, has just launched a carbon-ceramic brake package for the supercar, which is applied to the Nissan GT-R.

Miley Cyrus likes to take sportcars

Riding a sexy short jeans, the 19-year-old singer visited a Mercedes-Benz dealership in Encino, California. And he was immediately able to pay a speeding Mercedes-Benz convertible SL550 from 0-100 km per hour in 5.3 seconds.

As reported by TMZ, Miley immediately drove his new car, while a used car length behind the guards to take him to the house

Miley, however, would not seem to linger driving a luxury car because of a broken hand in his home.

Miley is a fan of fast cars. The first car was wearing was a Porsche. And it was driving when he was 16 years old. But he claimed not happy because it belonged to her mother's Porsche.

"I took my mother's car. I do not get the car I want. An old car, but but it's not too disappointing because it's a Porsche," he said recently.

"I love riding, and I am proficient. Real!" he said.

Famous actors and actresses frequently pamper themselves with luxurious luxury cars. Miley Cyrus is no exception. Miley buying a luxury car Mercedes-Benz SL550 is white. The price? Enough of U.S. $ 127,000!

World Luxury Association announced for ten 2012 Valuable Luxuryt Car

"With the phenomenon of China's currency RMB appreciation and depreciation of the euro and the number of Chinese tourists who visited Europe in 2012, the total consumption of luxury goods is expected to reach 59 billion euros which is the highest on record." WLA said.

"The purchasing power of Chinese outside China will encourage a buyer country's strongest luxury goods in the world." added that the organization

IN sparkling event that was held in Beijing, China this month, the World Luxury Association (WLA) is a non-profit research organization bestows the Top 100 most valuable luxury brand this year.

WLA's Valuable Luxury Cars of the Year 2012

1. Rolls-Royce
2. Bentley
3. Ferrari
4. Lamborghini
5. Maserati
6. Aston Martin
7. Bugatti
8. Spyker
9. Pagani
10. Koenigsegg


They sort them into 10 segments, each of which consists of the 10 best luxury brands in the fashion category, airplanes, yachts, cars, jewelry, watches, cosmetics, alcoholic beverages, luxury resorts and most innovative brands.

For the category of luxury cars, Rolls-Royce managed to perch on top of the list, followed by Bentley and Ferrari. The new brand appears surprising as Spyker (former owner of Saab) and Koeniggsegg. In that list, the name Maybach from Daimler is not visible.