Mitsubishi Mirage's withdrawn for repairs in Thailand

BANGKOK -Theeraphan Laongsri, General Manager of Engineering and Insurance Mitsubishi Thailand said that since March 2012 Laem Chabang factory is located in the province of Chon Buri has produced as many as 12 200 Mirage.

Laongsri further said that 10 300 units already shipped to dealers throughout Thailand, 8000 while the unit is acceptable to consumers.

"Although there has been no reported accidents or injuries related to this issue, but all that has been sent kepelanggan Mirage will we pull it all (recall). Safety is our main prooritas and in the event of any defect found in one of our cars, the company will fix it , "said Murahashi.


 Recently introduced to the public, Mitsubishi Mirage's withdrawn for repairs (recall) in Thailand. The cause is damage to the fuel indicator on the eco car is Mitsubishi. This recall program involving 8,000 units of Mitsubishi Mirage.


Launched BangkokPost, Tuesday (24/07/2012) Mirage involved this recall program involves only the unit that is sold in Thailand as an export to Japan and Brunei claim trouble-free.

"We suspect fuel quality affects these components. Due to the quality of gasoline that is on two export destinations are no problem," said President of Mitsubishi Motors Thailand, Nobuyuki Murahashi.

Mitsubishi Thailand claimed to have sent a letter to customers to check their kendaraaannya. According to reports, to this day carrying 11 units identified Mirage damage.

Damage to the fuel indicator is causing the fuel volume information to be inaccurate. Mirage users have feared strike at any time.

almost all the cars in Japan will use electric power in 10 or 20 years

Tokyo: If this continues, in 10 or 20 years, almost all the cars in Japan will use electric power. Environmental problems caused by the exhaust gas can be overcome.

 Japan's current technological lead Electric Vehicles (EV) in the automotive world. The rise of EV car manufacturers that Sakura has transformed the technology on conventional cars usually use fuel.

Some countries in the world have recognized the advantages that by importing Japanese Sakura of the EV in recent years. As a result, EV sales continue to skyrocket. EV sales of Japanese manufacturers is expected to reach four thousand to eight thousand per month in late 2013.

In the United States, Japan EV purchases will reach two thousand to four thousand. This figure has not been calculated from other countries.

Even though Nurburgring face a dilemma, Ecclestone still goes on

Berlin,  -Currently, the Nurburgring face a dilemma. According to the daily Rhein Zeitung, Germany, Bernie and F1 executives offering to fund all the needs of the organization at the Nurburgring F1 next year. Consequently, all the revenue can not enter into the pockets of the circuit manager.

 Formula1 CEO Bernie Ecclestone has vowed to do everything to keep Me at the Nurburgring F1 calendar. Last week, the pride of the German circuit was declared insolvent and likely to miss the next season, until the time that can not be determined.

Bernie is already at the age of 81 years, reported that she had met officials Autobild Germany Nurburgring circuit, Kai Richter and Jörg Lindner, last week. "We will do everything commercially feasible to keep it (the German Grand Prix on the calendar). Hopefully in two places, Hockenheim and the Nurburgring, "said Bernie dpada TotalF1 site.

If it is not possible, Bernie would personally negotiate with the Hockenheim circuit and see what can be done. "Nurburgring is part of the history of F1 racing. It is unfortunate if there are no more names on the list of the season, "said Bernie.

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.