Cadillac V8 cars owned by the legendary Al Capone mafia was the safest car in its time

Chicago: Dailymail media proclaim, Tuesday (10/7), the car is made of bullet proof 1360 kg of iron that is resistant to fire. The car was also modified with metal windows and a hole for the muzzle of the weapon.

The car was painted green with black accents that resemble a car owned by Chicago police or city clerk in that period. In fact, Al Capone also added a siren and police radio transmissions to determine the movement of police who wanted to arrest him.

In addition to super-safe, the car is also comfortable. Car interiors and car seats are made of suede or nude-colored velvet. The car will be auctioned in California, United States, at the end of the offering price of 325 Agsutus Poundsetrling.


The car belongs to the legendary Al Capone mafia will be auctioned. As the leader of the mafia, the safety of Al Capone would have preferred. Cadillac V8 cars made ​​in 1928 was the safest car in its time.

Proudia Mitsubishi 250's sold in Japan

Proudia Mitsubishi 250 sold in Japan with a price tag of 4.022 million yen while the VIP untukDignity dilego 8.4 million yen

AFTER many years of absence in the luxury car segment, Mitsubishi is trying his luck again by generating models and Digity Proudia for luxury vehicle market in Japan.

At first Proudia and Dignity native who was born in the late 1990's until the early 2000s, the design made ​​by Mitsubishi while its production to include other naming Hyundai given that Centennial Hyundai and Hyundai Equus.

Mitsubishi Proudia and Dignity which has a longer wheelbase and luxury is the product of an agreement OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) with the Nissan Group and of the model-based Infinity M and M35hL China market (sold as the Nissan Chima in Japan).

Mitsubihi explained that Proudia is short for 'Proud' and 'Diamond' (referring to the Mitsubishi corporate logo 'three diamond'), while Dignity (dignity) to describe the grandeur and majesty.

Mitsubishi alone contribute to Proudia and Dignity was limited to the grille and front bumper reshaping. The rest is owned by Nissan.

Proudia offered in two options, namely the source of propulsion-powered 3.7-liter V6 engine 328 hp in a choice of rear-wheel drive and all-wheel-drive (AWD) and 2.5-liter V6 engine 222 hp powered specifically for rear-wheel drive variants.

Dignity with a longer wheelbase (+15 cm) and more luxurious, equipped with a gasoline-electric hybrid engines similar to that of Infinity M35h which combines a 3.5-liter V6 engine with an electric motor with a total output of 359 hp.

Volvo plans to make cheap cars in China

Monaco-Ville: Executives reiterated Volvo plans to make cheap cars in China and the Swedish company that will market jointly with Geely Automobile Holdings Ltd.

Furthermore, Jacoby said, it is likely that the model would be a small SUV. Meanwhile, construction of factories in China are still awaiting government approval. The first factory in Chengdu and planned to start producing cars in the second half of 2013.

The Swedish automaker Volvo Car Corp is owned by Manufacturer China Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co. is looking for new partners in North America. "In the medium term, five to six years, we need to find appropriate solutions in North America," said Volvo's chief executive Stefan Jacoby in an interview this week.

"If we own a factory building is not possible. We are seeking partners who can maximize our factory from the partners in North America."

Brand based in Gothenburg Sweden is looking for "couples". However, Jacoby Volvo declined to potential partners.

"The cooperation would be ideal if Volvo partner willing to cooperate in the development costs of small cars," Jacoby said in an interview to Automotive News Europe in Monaco.

Volvo considering building an assembly plant in North America that is independent of the value of the euro. Jacoby had said they should be partners in the United States or Mexico.

Zhejiang Geely bought Volvo from Ford Motor Co. in August 2010 of 1.8 billion euros.

Volvo has targeted sales nearly doubled to 800 thousand cars and sport utility vehicles in 2020 from the delivery of 449 255 cars in 2011.

Volvo plans to invest $ 11 billion in the next few years. Including, the construction of two cars and factory machinery factory in China. "Volvo is open to all parties including Fiat SpA as a partner," said Jacoby.

Turin-based auto makers, Italy (Fiat) is melalang traveled in the United States through the acquisition of Chrysler Group LLC, which is part of the strategy related to the Chief Executive Sergio Marchionne Fiat growth.

"Fiat definitely one of the alternatives," said Jacoby. "If you talk to Marchionne, please say to call me."

"Volvo suffered a loss in profits in the United States and Europe," added Jacoby Zhejiang Geely hired in 2010. Previously, Jacoby worked in the U.S. to Volkswagen AG.

Jaguar unveiled three new models: XF, XF Sportbrake (stationwagon / estate) and XJin 2013

As reported from the page of Auto Evolution, not long ago, one of two new machines that use a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine that can give off power 240 hp and 340 Nm of torque (251 lb-ft). The machine used by the Range Rover Evoque a hard sell in the market.

Meanwhile, the model XF and XF and XJ Sportbrake have dimensions larger than the previous generation. However, they are lighter weight because it uses aluminum construction. It allows the XJ speeding up to 100 km / h (62 mph) in seven seconds. As for the type XF half seconds slower.

Another new engine is a supercharged V6 engine that can give off energy 3.L 335 hp and 450 Nm of torque. The machine has the acceleration of 0-100 km / h or 5.7 seconds up to a maximum limit of 250 km / h (155 mph).

The machine replaces the old engine 5.0-liter V6, thus providing the same performance, but the consumption of fuel is more economical.

Not only the petrol engine, Jaguar engineers also launched a diesel engine with a capacity of 2.2 liter or smaller. Diesel engines intended for XF models can output power 163 hp and 400 Nm of torque (295 lb-ft). Other versions of the diesel engine can output power to 200 hp and 450 Nm of torque (332 lb-ft).

Not enough with the latest machines, Jaguar also offers a standard eight-speed transmission gearbox and features Stop / Start for the V6 and V8 models. XF models have the renewal of multimedia features such as infotainment systems.

XJ have recalibrated suspension. That way, the style of the rider is much more subtle and quiet similar to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.

Luxury carmaker Jaguar unveiled three new models in 2013. Namely, XF, XF Sportbrake (stationwagon / estate) and XJ. The third variant is the latest Jaguar comes with two new petrol engines.

It's good news! Start to produce Lamborghini SUV in 2016

Rome: Lamborghini SUV will begin production in 2016. Given this model, it  makes Lamborghini sold about 3,000 units per year SUV.

 Italian car manufacturer Lamborghini issued an unusual car models this year. Usually, the luxury sports car,  Lamborghini issue that has become his trademark. This time, Lamborghini's image changed with the launch of an SUV (sport utility vehicle).

Autoevolution media launch on Friday (14/7), Lamborghini SUV because it makes the car look at the world automotive market continues to grow. Although SUVs are known as a family car, lamborgini also will continue to provide luxury in the car. Not surprisingly, Lamborghini SUV will be priced at 170 thousand pounds.

Dream Yuga will be produced to compete with Hero Splendor NXG and Bajaj Passion Pro

New Delhi: According to the Wall Street Journal, motorcycle and scooter sales were up 14 percent in India in 2011, to 13.44 million units. 


This means 13 times greater than the sales of motorcycles in the United States. The best selling motorcycle in India, today it's made by Hero.

Honda Dream Yuga sold for 44 642 rupees. That said, automotive products is to be the cheapest motorcycle from Honda.

Motorcycle Daily recently wrote, using a 109 cc engine water cooled, four stroke with a carburator system that produces 8.5 horsepower. Motorcycle also has an electric starter and starter foot.

Consumption of fuel oil is 72 kilometers per liter. Motorcycle was built by Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India (HMSI) which is owned by Honda Motors.

Dream Yuga  compete with  Hero Splendor NXG and Bajaj Passion Pro.

Buying Alto for £ 5995 supported by Twin-Cam engines 1.0 liter

London: The model of Suzuki Alto has a £ 5995 price range and operating costs and very low emission values​​.

Alto uses Twin-Cam engines 1.0 liter and can give power 68 hp and torque of 90 Nm (66 lb-ft). The machine has two advantages, namely the levels of CO2 emissions below 100 g / km and 65.7 mpg only saves gasoline (4.3 l/100 km).

Japanese auto manufacturer, Suzuki, Suzuki Alto announced the official price in the UK. As reported by Auto Evolution, recently, that model became the most expensive cars in the UK.

BMW and Toyota's examined the lithium ion battery on March

On March, BMW and Toyota agreed to examine the lithium ion battery in exchange for the supply of gasoline engines diesel BMW in 2014.

The two companies signed an agreement that the fuel cell system development, architecture and component development for the future of sports cars, electric powertrain and lightweight technology development.


Munich: Two giant manufacturers, Toyota and BMW continue to work together in creating cars and automotive technology. BMW and Toyota Motor Corp. this time agreed to develop a sports car, fuel cell technology, electric machinery and other lightweight technologies.

BMW Chief Executive Norbert Reithofer and Toyota President Akio Toyoda signed an initial agreement and expand strategic collaboration between the two automakers at BMW headquarters in Munich, Germany, recently.

"Toyota and BMW Group each sharing its vision and strategy of the car in the future. Together, we have a great opportunity to lead the industry through this transformation," said Reithofer, as reported by Automotive News page.

"Toyota has a strong commitment to environmentally friendly technologies, including hybrid and fuel cell. On the contrary, I believe the ability to develop the BMW sports car. I like to think of a sports car of this relationship," said Toyoda.

VATH likes 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3

Vath is a company whose reputation is known worldwide as one of the best Mercedes-Benz tuner. This time, they were interested in the world of vehicle restoration. And the result, as well as his reputation as a tuner.

Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3 made in 1968 described as a beautiful jewelry that has been corroded. In the hands Vath, this luxurious classic cars look like new shine out from the assembly plant.

All of that is the result of hard work to restore Vath Motorentechnik body parts and interior and the engine to the axle in detail.

In addition to making the car faster and more pleasing to the eye. Vath now have a restoration service that handles virtually all parts of the car, including the complete engine systems, fuel-injection systems, transmissions, differentials, drive shafts, exhaust to control equipment.

They also receive various types of vehicles such as the restoration of the 300 SL, 190SL, Heckflosse, Pagode, SL W107 and various models of Mercedes-Benz classic. Though Mercedes-Benz had previously had his own classic divisions that handle the same thing.

Nevertheless, Vath Motorentechnik could serve as a great alternative to rejuvenate the classic Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

Handling machines in Vath also very sophisticated. Starting disassembly, cleaning and checking of all components from the cylinder head, pistons and crankshaft, to replace it with a new component for the machine work better.

In the case of SEL 300, the piston and connecting rod component has been modified, while the crankshaft and the flywheel is replaced with a replica of the lighter components for the machine more responsive.

Mercedes-Benz W109 300 SEL models powered by the M100 V8 engine, the legendary 6.3-liter with an output of 250 PS and 510 Nm of torque which is quite fast even for a moment. This machine is capable of generating acceleration 0-100 km / h in just 6.5 seconds with a maximum speed of 220 km / h.

Thanks to restoration work of this class, you can enjoy the beauty of a classic car display with no mechanical flaws that we normally encounter when driving a classic car. It certainly will not be cheap, but decent.

more sophisticated BMW Motorrad

BMW has also developed other technologies for their bikes by using the features that we usually hear in the four-wheeled vehicles, such as electronic suspension adjustment, automatic stability control, dynamic traction control and adaptive headlights.

DIVISION BMW Motorrad has made some lineup changes on 2013 models of motorcycles, mostly in the range of colors. But BMW also made a new step is to complete the entire global product with ABS brakes as standard facilities.

This step was taken to meet the 2016 EU rules requiring all motorcycles sold there are equipped with ABS brakes.

Ferrari Classiche restore newer performance of fantastic Ferrari 275 GTB4

FERRARI 275 GTB4's a rare veteran American actor Steve McQueen who accept delivery of Italian sports car in San Francisco while filming the movie Bullit in 1968 was sent to Ferrari Classiche for total restoration.

Ferrari Ferrari Classiche an authorized company that provides restoration and maintenance services, technical support and a Certificate of Authenticity classic Ferrari owners.

Ferrari 275 GTB4 made ​​mid-1960's are apparently the previous owner
been modified sometime in the 1980s, which was originally converted into a stylish coupe model of the open roof spider.

Initially, the owner of 275 GTB4 get the car to Ferrari Classiche to execute the certification of authenticity. But Ferrari has a very strict policy. The new company will provide the original certificate only if the specification does not change the vehicle such as when he left the factory.

Because according to the existing data should GTB4 it is a true 275 coupe models, the owner finally decided to return the car to its original shape and Ferrari Classiche was assigned to reproduce the roof with new panels.

Ferrari says that it seems this would be a good investment considering a classic Ferrari has record-breaking auction prices. Cars that have recently sold for fantastic Ferrari 250 GTO is made ​​specifically for the Stirling Moss with a value of U.S. $ 35 million.

In the year 1990 250 GTO 1962 to a record U.S. $ 10,756,833  are solved in 2008 by the other Ferrari models, namely the 1961 California 250 GTO was auctioned at RM Auctions at a price of U.S. $ 10,910,592.

The new record was broken again in 2011 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa leh made ​​in 1957 for U.S. $ 16.39 million.

Let's talk about 1957 Ferrari 250 TR and Mercedes 504 K Special Roadster in the exclusive auction

EARS ago, Gooding & Company auction sale price record for the most expensive classic car prototype of 1957 Ferrari 250 TR for U.S. $ 16.39 million at Peeble Beach. It seems that he will break the record again.

'Goods auction' for sale 'predicted it would create a new record for a Mercedes-Benz 540 K Special Roadster von Krieger in 1936.

Auction company founder David Gooding said the vehicle was a Mercedes-Benz pre-war era of the most interesting he had ever encountered. Mercedes 504 K Special Roadster is actually built for the royal family of Prussia in 1936.

In 1942, the car was sent to Switzerland by Baroness Gisela Von Krieger to be secured from the danger of World War II. After the vehicle was brought to the United States and driven by Gisela around Greenwich, Connecticut.

When this noble woman returned to Switzerland, he did not bring the roadster in the U.S. and leave it in a garage over 40 years.

Election car is now restoring the vehicle back in shape like a new car in showrooms. Painted with black and chrome with a Cognac leather interior.

Unfortunately, Gooding & Company are reluctant to release its official price estimates. But he is convinced that special classic car that would break the record for Mercedes-Benz payments made ​​by the RM auction in Monterey last year and quite possibly subvert the Gooding auction record in 2011 mentioned above.

New Lamborghini's design and production home's built

LAMBORGHINI inaugurated a new facility to design and produce small cars that are located in a building in the Sant'Agata Bolognese, Italy.

In addition to design and develop models of Lamborghini concept cars, the building has a mini assembly line on the second floor are prepared to make a car with a process similar to the standard production line.

"This miniature assembly line will be used to carefully study the steps in the assembly of models of pre-production, so that high standards of quality can be achieved over the next industrial production," said Lamborghini boss Stephan Winkelmann.

This mini prduksi facility will also be used to produce small production scale vehicles such as Sesto Elemento introduced by Lamborghini at the Paris Motor Show 2010 which will be built only 20 units and will be sent to the pemesannya 2013.

According to Lamborghini, the new building is the first time in Italy the Class A certified energy (energy consumption per year less than or equal to 8 kWh per square meter).