7/9/12

the owner of the car spend around US89, 3 million each year for birds dirt

 Halford estimate, the owner of the car spend around US89, 3 million each year to repair damage to their car paint.

A recent study revealed red cars more inviting birds to throw dirt on it than any other color. The research was conducted online store Halford.

In his research revealed that 18 percent of the red car was spotted by a bird, while the blue percentage ranks second with 14 percent, while the green car gained 1 percent.

This study uses a sample size of 1140 cars in Brighton, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester and Bristol. But there is no indication of the amount of each color of the car in the group.

The study also asked the owner of the vehicle quickly seerapa clean bird droppings from their car paint. And the result, only one of six car owners immediately clean it up, while more than half to wait until the next scheduled car washes.

Halford said, a very strong alkaline substances contained in bird droppings on the car can cause serious damage to the paint so it requires an expensive repair costs.





7/8/12

Formula 1 with six wheels will be firstly exhibited

 Williams FW08B 1982 with four wheels on the back once tested and scored the fastest lap record thanks to improved traction and acceleration.

And that was the last time a car like that seen in 1983 due to new F1 regulations prohibiting six-wheeled car, as well as a four-wheel-drive makes the development and experimental six-wheeled cars to Formula 1 is stopped.

 
FOR the first time three Formula 1 racing car with six wheels will be exhibited together at the Goodwood Festival of Speed ​​in England which will be held from June 28 until July 1.

The third F1 race cars, each equipped with six wheel Tyrell P34 was, March 2-4-0 and Williams FW08B. The use of four wheels on the front is intended to increase the stranglehold that eventually banned from use.

Tyrell P34 six wheels, each of the four wheels in front and two behind the wheel once down in the race in 1976 and 1977 racing seasons, while the British Formula 1 team Williams March and also design and fabricate experimental six-wheeled car but four wheels on the back for improve traction.




7/7/12

It's faster than arrow! wow, the performance of the Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2013

 In a few moments, Genesis Coupe's  faster than the dashed arrows. Video footage is claimed to be 100 percent without a computer engineering and digital tricks.

TO illustrate the performance of the Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2013, the South Korean car manufacturer is making a video show the contents of proving whether this sporty vehicle capable of racing faster than an arrow.

The video footage was finally able to answer that question. Powered vehicle is capable of 348 hp precede an arrow from his bow and released more quickly reach the target.

Hyundai set up an archer and their target within 100 meters of straight track. Two Genesis Coupe is prepared behind the archers, one of which served to capture the images for documentation purposes as well as 'evidence'.

Both vehicles then went along way behind the archers who are ready to release an arrow from a bow that he expand. Once the vehicle parallel to the position of the archer, the arrow shot into the air quickly.




7/6/12

Aston Martin Vanquish will be introduced at the end of the year

 This  new Aston Martin Vanquish will be launched at the end of the year at a price of £ 189 995

APPROACHING the introduction of the new Aston Martin Vanquish, the figure of a vehicle that was previously covered up all of a sudden have been circulating in cyberspace.

Aston Martin Vanquish latest known internally as project AM310 is intended to replace the model of Aston Martin DBS in the ranks, although he was named Vanquish.

Vehicles whose designs are inspired from the DBS and One-77 is identical to the current DBS, especially on the V12 engine it uses.

V12 engine is capable of generating power up to 573 ps at 6750 rpm with 620 Nm maximum torque power at 5500 rpm which is able to run the car from 0 to 96 km / h in just 4.2 seconds with a maximum speed of 300 km / h.

7/5/12

the models of the latest generation of Porsche Boxster and Boxster S having system cabriolet



"Porsche Boxster is the most important part that has been providing customer satisfaction.

Both models have interior and exterior design is inspired from the Porsche Carrera GT as the door body shape. Forward side of the ergonomic design and aerodynamics with a shorter overhang with a large vent.

The latest Porsche Boxster 2.7 liter engine with a capacity of 2740 cc and rear-wheel drive. The machine can give off power 265 Hp and 280 Nm of torque at 4500-6500 rpm. The car that has a six-speed transmission can reach 0-100 km / h in 5.8 seconds.

Porsche Boxster S 3.4 liter engines with a capacity of 3400 cc and rear-wheel drive. The machine can produce 315 hp power, 360 Nm of torque at 45000-5800 rpm with acceleration of 0-100 km / h in 5.1 seconds.

Both cars have a system cabriolet (open-close) it can save fuel by 15 percent. Its weight, including very light in its class, due to a reduction in body weight and the use of aluminum chassis. Porsche Boxster weighs only 1340 kg & Boxster S has a weight of 1350 kg.

"The performance of the engine is very efficient, because there has been an increase in electrical systems, thermal management, and start-stop function,".

personalization
Users can choose a favorite car color by color. Not only the color, the user can request a car wheel and braking system according to demand.

There are several color options for the cabriolet like black, red, blue, brown color on the body. Users can adjust the ring size of the rim from 18.19, and 20.

If the braking system, customers could choose to standard braking system or braking system based on the ceramic.

Prices of the two models that still use the international price is 50,000 euros off the road.

the models of the latest generation Porsche Boxster & Boxster S are  inspired by Porsche Carrera G.

7/4/12

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.


7/3/12

waiting over 12 months to order a Lamborghini LP700-4 Aventador


Winkelmann is working for consumers to wait at least less than 12 months. He gave the reason that the request would cause an increase in production capacity to double.

Aventador Lamborghini's current production capacity is capable of making 600 units per year . The new investment will be needed to increase it again and Winkelmann is convinced for the investment in an assembly line capable of reducing the length of the queue list to a more reasonable level.

The news comes just days after the Lamborghini opens new showroom in the Netherlands managed  by Pona  Automobielhandel in Leusden. While Pona  Automobielhandel itself is one of the largest family-owned company in the Netherlands.

 IF you are currently ordering a Lamborghini LP700-4 Aventador, you can only get it after waiting over 12 months. Dutch news reporting that Lamborghini CEO, Stephan Winkelmann was determined to overcome this.


7/1/12

BMW M1's supercar sliding around 2016

THE German automotive magazine Autobild, BMW plans to recreate the model M1. This was confirmed when the BMW M1 Hommage introduced four years ago could be the reason the truth of this news.

 BMW supercar that seems to be sliding around 2016 it will adhere to the principle of BMW Efficient Dynamics program that will equip the vehicle with start-stop system and braking energy recovery.

This car is certainly going to use conventional materials such as the future of aluminum, magnesium, titanium and a variety of lightweight plastic components for the pursuit of the target weight is in the range of 1250 kg.

BMW M1 is actually the result of cooperation between the two companies differed between BMW with Giorgio Giurgiaro of Italdesign. BMW charge of developing the technical and business components, while the Italdesign charge of designing the body.

The first BMW is currently known by the name 'M'her popular today, was launched in late 1978. With speeds reaching 265 km / h, he became the fastest car on road made ​​in Germany at that time.

BMW M1 is capable of reaching 100 km / h of static conditions in the space of less than 6 seconds. And for the sprint to 200 km / h only takes 20 seconds.

Successor to the BMW engine supercar is expected to use a V8 unit produces about 600 to 650 horsepower. Maximum speed is around number 330 km / hour in order to compete with rivals like the Audi R8, Porsche 911 or Mercedes-Benz new SLS AMG.




6/30/12

Juventus introduces new costume from Jeep

 U.S. Detroit carmaker also plans to hold a series of activities that will involve the Juventus fans at events including test-drive, contests and out-door activities related to the world of sport.

Italian soccer CLUB Juventus introduces new costume that carries the Jeep brand as part of a sponsorship deal with Fiat Group. Because the Agnelli family has a stake in the Fiat Group as well as in Juventus Football Club.

Jeep will be the main sponsor of the Juventus soccer team in the national and international events that will begin to take part before and during the 2012-2013 football season. This agreement made ​​this Italian Serie A club gets paid 35 million euros.


Jeep is a brand of Chrysler who joined Fiat in 2009. Juventus and Fiat are the property of Exor, mostly owned by the Agnelli family.

The results of the sponsorship agreement was signed last April between Fiat SpA and Juventus Football Club SpA to Fiat brand as a sponsor in uniform jersey Juventus began July 1. The next season, the Jeep brand will be displayed in the top Italian team jersey's.


6/29/12

Hyundai and Kia feel the atmosphere of Euro 2012





Frankfurt, -European DesignAnother factor that makes cars like Hyundai and Kia are increasing their ability to meet European tastes. For example, according to Paul Philpott, Chief Operating Office (COO) Kia Europe, consumers now prefer cee'd than Opel Astra, Renault Megane and Peugeot 308. Because the products they sold from a price of 13 990 euros (USD 168 million) or 18 percent cheaper than the VW Golf.

"The car was designed for Europe, produced for Europe and by Europeans," said Philpott interviewed by Bloomberg. "As a result, this car is very European flavor." Because of that, in Stockholm, prospective customers the opportunity to stand in line for a test drive this car.


 
Faithfulness!Other than through the Euro 2012 that lasted until July 1, ad i30 blue also appeared at the gate Branderburg, Berlin, from June 8 lau. Meanwhile, nearly 800,000 people have visited the park fans (fans park) which is sponsored by Hyundai.


Lukas Podolski helped Germany through to the quarter final ball into the goal by Denmark on 18 June, Hyundai adds sheen of prestige. German ad came forward to driving the ix35. Hyundai hopes to do with the star creates an association with the fans and car buyers in Europe.


 
However, not all plans go smoothly. Hyundai-sponsored two players, Daniel Sturridge of England and Giuseppe Rossi of Italy, are not included in the state team at Euro 2012. However, Hyundai still wear them. That is fidelity!




Two South Korean car manufacturer, Hyundai and Kia, overturned a fact in Europe. In the current financial crisis or a debt-plagued continent resulted in the European brand car sales, Hyundai and Kia drop it dance. Sales of both brands continue to rise.

Party-ball Championship Euro 2012 which takes place at this time, the Korean manufacturer that makes both more flying. Because the Hyundai-Kia to be one of the main sponsors.

Hyundai and Kia's ads appear when a match. As a result, Hyundai and Kia brands more familiar with Pengemar ball, not only in Europe but also worldwide.

Hyundai is also considered to have stolen the attention of football fans in the whole universe by sponsoring the football superstar who is still competing in Euro 2012, among others, Lukas Podolski of Germany, Karim Benzema from France, and Spain goalkeeper Iker Casillas.
 
ProductFrom the appearance of products, Hyundai-Kia also makes European consumers increasingly tempted. Kia, for example, featured the latest cee'd sporty, European-style, capable of challenging the Volkswagen Golf.


 
Because the European consumer enthusiasm for the higher Korean cars, Hyundai raised its sales target in Europe to 25 percent or to 500,000 units in 2013. Reliable model that is crossover ix35 (Tucson) and hatchback i30 (in Indonesia with Grand Avega, but several different front, as well as the engine).


"One of the issues we face as a brand in Europe, because it comes from Asia, did not immediately have an emotional connection," said Mark Hall, Chief Marketing Officer of Hyundai in Europe, told Bloomberg today.


 
Hyundai and Kia attract European consumers by offering competitive prices and a longer warranty period. This can be obtained due to low production costs. "The combination can only be done by a Korean manufacturer. Therefore, the volume of their production continues to rise, "explained a source of European automobile manufacturers association, ACEA.


 
Price and warrantyHyundai-Kia sales in May rose 16 percent. While the Fiat of Italy has decreased 17 percent. French car delivery to the consumer, such as Peugeot and Renault, drop to 15 and 19 percent. GM via Opel, which is no longer mengguntungkan, down 11 percent and Ford dropped 8.2 percent. The same was experienced by Europe's largest manufacturer, Volkswagen 1.9 percent.


Factors that make cars like Hyundai and Kia are getting better quality, as well as the technologies are adopted.


 
The result, through the ix35 and the i30, Hyundai raised its market share in Europe to 5 percent from the previous target of 3.5 percent this year. To that end, the plant's production capacity in Turkey boosted to 200,000 units and add 475 million euro investment to assemble i10 by the end of next year.


 
Raising Kia's market share in Europe from 2.5 percent to 3 percent. During the first quarter of 2012, its plant in Slovakia to add 1,000 new employees.


 
In contrast, GM's Opel plant closures in Germany, and Fiat closed a plant in Italy at the end of last year. Their reasons, the European factory production capacity is too high, while demand continues to fall in the next five years.


 



6/28/12

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.


Cusumized and modified Mercedes-Benz G500

Germany, - Mercedes-Benz G500 is Longer wheelbase of 2.1 meters Rolls-Royce Phantom limousine and weighs 2800 kg. Then the front bumper was replaced with a model of two steel rods that curve follows the grille, rear bumper as well. Thus, the formation of a jeep that makes this so this car's  more robust and multi-functional because it can bring the goods.

 
5.0 liter V8 engine that powered still considered unreliable. Meanwhile, GWF admitted to not making a touch on the inside of the alias is still appropriate standard conditions.


Mercedes-Benz G500 is no longer standard and already faces made by GWF Customizer modifications to the home of Germany. It looks more muscular after stretched dimensions and weight is greatly increased.



Only, not mentioned in more detail, whether the material basis of the G500 chassis black using long or short chassis. When examined from the passenger cabin door, the vehicle is derived from the length of the chassis. Thus, the third row passenger space cut. Clearly, the chassis is by jeeps Mercy GWF added so that its length to 6.3 meters (248 inches). 2.2 meter high after all four wheels fitted with tires khsusus for off-road, while the width is 2.25 meters.

6/27/12

Hamilton's predicted to win again in European Grand Prix

Valencia,  -Hamilton admitted, although able to win the F1 Canada, the pressure still comes to her post-race in Montreal, especially after completing a series of seven that produce different winners. This indicates that the more wide-open battle and no one can relax.

"Even so fun because it leads the championship, I was just two points ahead of Alonso. There are some riders who really strong because of the difference in numbers is very strict," said Hamilton. When people ask, how the next race? It is difficult to predict precisely.





After successfully winning Canadian F1, Lewis Hamilton again the favorite in the European Grand Prix circuit was held in Valencia, Spain on Sunday (24/6). What's more up to VII series, former world champion in 2008 it took over the top of the standings while, with 88 points and 2 points ahead of his rival, Fernando Alonso (Ferrari), and 3 points from Sebastian Vettel (Red Bull).

Double pit stop strategy which McLaren conducted, in addition to the proper tactics, and prove that the performance of the MP4-27 is quite good in a fast track. Not impossible, he can win in Valencia. Assessment, given the typical trajectory similar to Montreal (Canada) and quite fast, although Alonso also positioned as a serious stalker.