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9/21/12
Toyota Grand New Fortuner VN Turbo in complete reviews
With the cooler temperatures, the content of which is consumed by the engine air of Toyota Grand New Fortuner VN Turbo becomes more dense oxygen content is one of the most important elements to get a more complete combustion process.
That's why Toyota Grand New Fortuner VN Turbo's engine capable of producing much higher performance, but with fuel consumption more efficient in conjunction with the reduction of CO2 emissions generated content.
IN the sidelines of the media test drive the Toyota Grand New Fortuner VN Turbo, consumers get the exposure about technology conceived by SUV engine andalanToyota Motor.
the presence of this variant with new engines since the beginning of new technologies implemented in the latest Toyota Hilux 3.0-liter engine.
Due to a production base in Thailand does not provide VN Turbo diesel engine variants for the 2.5-liter engine capacity, it takes research and preparations long enough to be applied to the 2.5-liter engine.
The test also needs to be done so that when installed on vehicles that will be sold, this machine does not meet the various constraints related to the quality of the fuel, and various other parameters.
Therefore, to be able to bring this innovation the Toyota spent about two years for this vehicle ready to compete. VN Turbo 2.5-liter engine is the exclusive engine for market.
With the launch of Grand New Fortuner VN Turbo (zozzle variable turbo), TM tried to answer complaints brought by the owners of the old Fortuner expressed their dissatisfaction at the performance of the engine that are considered less powerful.
With technology disisipkannya variable nozzle turbo on the device plus the addition of the intercooler, turbo diesel engine power 2 KD-FTV that previously could only release the power of 102 ps at 3600 rpm, is now capable of heading the number 144 ps at 3400 rpm.
And the most important is the torsional strength machines that were previously only able to carve the maximum 260 Nm can now be tilted significantly to 343 Nm at rev range between 1,600 to 2,400 rpm.
This combination results in an increase in the run-down power that is needed when crawling in traffic jams or during take off on the road uphill. While at high speed, energy boosted thanks to the presence of the intercooler is able to make the air that enters the engine becomes more dense.
enhancement Fortuner VN Turbo engine which increased by 40 horsepower than the previous generation thanks to improvements obtained in the combustion process in the engine.
Turbo function on the machine is to help accelerate and enrich the amount of air flow into the engine cylinders. Turbo itself works by using the flow of air from combustion that normally is wasted through the exhaust pipe.
Combustion air pressure is used to rotate the propeller shaft connected to the turbine on the other side. Turbine is working to suck fresh air as much as possible to be pumped into the engine intake duct.
"As more and more air into the engine, more power can be obtained by increasing the supply of fuel,".
Unfortunately, the conventional turbo as it has drawbacks. propeller in the turbo can provide effective air pressure when the engine is spinning at a certain rpm, so the ideal lap time is not reached, an advanced turbo useless.
"This phenomenon is known as turbolag. Ie the gap before the turbo is spinning at the speed of using a Variable Nozzle Turbo ideal.Dengan, these symptoms can be minimized".
In VNT turbo, inside the house to added into turbine fins angle can vary according to the command from the computer. Fins function is to direct and narrow air holes through the turbine player.
By narrowing the fins, making the air flow faster. That way, VN Turbo was able to react optimally without waiting for the engine speed rises, so that the energy gap is not too long 'empty'.
"This principle can be like a water hose. If the end of the hose is left alone, the water will flow as it is. Yet when we hit the end of the hose so that the hole narrows, the water pressure becomes tighter discharge although not much,".
Because the air pressure from the turbo utilizing exhaust heat, of course, make this tool also heat the air that is inhaled impact helped expand so that oxygen molecules become tenuous. At this moment intercooler play.
Before the air supplied by the turbo into the engine intake ducts, intercooler first flowed to the basic principle is similar to the water radiator. The difference is the cooled air into the intake tract.
The device is placed just above the right engine under the bonnet. To allow air to flow in semain many intercooler grille, the hood with an added 'air scoop' so as to catch more cold air flow when the vehicle is running.
9/20/12
BMW 760iL 'V-12 25 Years Edition' show something very advanced
BMW 760iL 'V-12 25 Years Edition' is driven by a 6.0 liter V12 engine-powered 535 hp Twin Turbo with 745.7 Nm torque force that is able to print acceleration 0-96 km / h in 4.5 seconds with a maximum speed is limited in the number 209 km / h.
If still less, BMW 760iL 'V-12 25 Years Edition' can be upgraded with M Sport Package option that can launch semi limousine luxury vehicles to a speed of 250 km / h.
IN 1978, BMW took a big step as a true premium car manufacturer first launched the E32 750iL V12 engine which is then followed by the 850i V12 engine that was first offered with 6-speed manual transmission. And finally, we can meet now BMW 760iL 'V-12 25 Years Edition'
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5.0-liter naturally aspirated engine generating 295 hp V12 at 5200 rpm with peak torque of 450 Nm at 4,100 rpm. And since then BMW has always offered a choice of engines in the V12 series sedans superior.
Bavarian automaker is currently celebrating 25 years of the presence of V12 engines by launching limited edition status 760iL sedan called 'V12 25 Years Edition'.
BMW states will only make 15 units of such vehicles to be marketed to consumers in the United States with a price tag of U.S. $ 159,695. Vehicles with special order will not be sent to the pemesannya around early 2013.
Besides Citrine Black metallic paint, the exterior decorated by velek BMW Individual light alloy wheels measuring 20 inches. While the interior is equipped with leather upholstery best with badges 'V-12 25 Years Edition'.
Other features include rear seat entertainment system with iDrive control, champagne-colored Alcantara roof lining, pillar of black leather upholstery, wooden ornaments BMW Individual Piano Black Wood on the dashboard, doors and steering wheel, as well as some other special fittings.
MINI John Cooper Works GP presents adjustable coilover suspension and sport type of braking system
He weighs a relatively light weight of 1160 kg makes this vehicle, MINI John Cooper Works GP, has a high fuel efficiency with a dose of 14 km / liter. Quite economical for a vehicle powered by that.
BMW Group will showcase the MINI John Cooper Works GP at the Paris Motor Show later this month. MINI variant is equipped with various fastest devices aerodynamics and racing strip. He was armed with a 1.6-liter turbo-powered 218 hp acceleration 0-100 were able to print within 6.3 seconds with a maximum speed of 242 km / h.
When tested on the Nürburgring North Loop, John Cooper Works GP circuit complete a lap within 8 minutes 23 seconds, or 18 seconds faster than the 2006 MINI Cooper S equipped with John Cooper Works Tuning Kit GP.
Not only is the machine that gets the attention of the BMW Group. MINI John Cooper Works GP has a adjustable coilover suspension and sport type of braking system is extra strong to offset the increase in engine power.
Camber setting the wheels have been set remedy enables these vehicles to use sport tires with minimum understeering effect. The suspension can also be adjusted to suit various conditions of the circuit.
9/19/12
Elegant Audi Q5 SUV will be produced in limited edition
Paris -High-performance of elegant Audi Q5 SUV will have interior and exterior designs are exclusive.
The paint of elegant Audi Q5 SUV uses a unique color Aral Blue with mirror like aluminum, Xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights. 4 exhaust behind reinforce the sporty impression.
In it, elegant Audi Q5 SUV has leather seats unusual, contrasting black color with white on the ceiling above the cabin. The price in Germany will reach € 92,000.
Audi will introduce the first S model with a diesel engine in SQ5. Variant of the highest of the Q5 SUV has a pretty powerful force.
SQ5 has the power to 313 ps and is quite economical with fuel consumption that is 16.5 km per liter. This special edition car ready to go at the Paris Motor Show.
Knowing SH125i and SH150i scooter models more
Although the internal combustion engine in the Honda SH models will never be as cheap electric scooters (skutrik) in operational costs, the global community has so far not fully interested in buying skutrik.
It is therefore likely to continue to develop the Honda engines 'combustion' for Asian scooter market for times to come.
HONDA motorcycle sales still dominate the world and likely will continue to concentrate on developing the 'combustion engine' as the main driving force for the scooter-scooters and their commuter vehicle.
Honda has just announced plans to sell the SH125i and SH150i scooter models in the European market later this year. Scooter new model will be produced in Italy is carrying combustion engine architecture called ESP (enhanced Smart Power) are also used in products of Honda motorcycles in Indonesia.
Esp Honda engine is equipped with stop-start micro hybrid system and a series of low-friction technology to be able to present the level of fuel efficiency to a remarkable 47.4 km / liter for a 125 cc and 43.8 km / liter for a 150 cc engine.
Although the details of SH-Series scooters is still minimal, namu sure they would be lighter than previous models through the use of a new frame, floor panel, measuring 16 inches velek and ABS brakes that the benefits are felt in the wet.
Storage space under the seat on the new SH models have been developed to accommodate a full-face helmet.
9/18/12
Kawasaki Electric motorcycle seem very attractive
Tokyo - Kawasaki Electric motorcycle's designed to appear attractive as a conventional engine. The idea is to maintain the impression of Kawasaki' lovers who are accustomed to driving Kawasaki's large motorcycles .
The development of automotive electric motorcycles to the car and began to be felt, with the intention of automotive manufacturers who want to produce environmentally friendly vehicles.
This time it's commitment to bring the electric motor comes from the Kawasaki motorcycle manufacturer. Even the Japanese manufacturer's patented one electric vehicle.
Reported by Visordown, Thursday (08/09/2012) Kawasaki Ninja ZX-use basis 10R, which they turned into to an electric-powered.
The electric motor and the battery itself was built by British motor company listrim, TT-Zero.
Kawasaki chose TT-Zero because the company is quite successful judging developing powerful electric motors and fast. In the cooperation, Kawasaki will provide the framework while TT-Zero focuses on the development of the electric motor.
BMW M5 for police car's will be accepted legally soon
BMW M5 for police car did not have the slightest modification to the standard M5 engined machine alias. Because the standard F10 M5 V8 engine has been equipped with a twin-turbocharger to boost power hingg 560 hp and accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in the range of 4 seconds.
Chance, a police car no longer has the speed limiter as M5 models on the market that is expected to penetrate the maximum speed of 300 km / h on the freeway with no signs of the famous Autobahn speed limiting.
Apparently this is just a concept car. That means the German police on duty at the Autobahn may not immediately even probably will not get this vehicle as supporters work.
BMW presents the new car for the police German F10 M5 suitable for the task at Autobahn. The car was introduced at the BMW Welt in Munich. Polizei M5 car is carrying a unique color combination white green complete with its attributes.
9/17/12
Exotic! 1939 Bugatti Type 64 Coupe
This Bugatti Type 64 is on display in a condition not yet complete. Without glass windows and a few other components have not been installed, but the body count is done marvelous craftsmanship.
Mullin Automotive Museum plans weeks to showcase their hard work at the facility Oxnard, California began the season this Gigur.
IN 1939, Jean Bugatti Type 64 strives to resolve Coupe. Of a total of three units that start to be made, only one body who successfully completed before the designer was killed in testing the Type 57 on the road.
Currently, the Mullin Automotive Museum to finish what has been started by Bugatti in 1939 using a variety of techniques the same basis by the French car manufacturer in the era of the late 30's.
The Museum has completed the entire vehicle body work super rare Bugatti Type 64. Classic vehicle is finished in unpainted figure complete with door model 'Papillion doors'.
Amazing Cayenne S Diesel brings many advanced progress
STUTTGART - Cayenne S Diesel is equipped with auto start and auto stop. Reportedly, this feature is only Cayenne S that uses the facility class SUV Diesel V8.
Porsche AG adds variants by presenting Cayenne S Diesel. This model is claimed to be the most powerful diesel cars and economical class.
Cayenne S Diesel offers a driving experience typical of Porsche. The plan of Porsche Cayenne S Diesel to be launched on the market in January 2013 in Germany with an estimated price of 77.684 euro.
Diesel-powered Porsche Cayenne S 4.2-liter engine with charging biturbo eight-cylinder that produces 382 horsepower (281 kW) and offers a maximum torque of 850 Newton meters. This car is capable of running from o to 100 kph in 5.7 seconds.
This car is also claimed to be the most efficient in its class because only consume as much bahar NEDC 8.3 liters for a distance of 100 kilometers. While the carbon dioxide emissions generated reached 218 grams per kilometer.
9/16/12
Mercedes-Benz 680S Saoutchik Torpedo 1928 show off
With this award, we can be sure Mercedes-Benz 680S 1928 Saoutchik Torpedo of Paul and Judy Andrews could cost many times as they would auction one day compared to when they first bought it.
EXHIBITION exclusive Peeble Beach which feature a variety of classic vehicles with a very unusual conditions, even like coming out of the factory. Of the vehicle, only one was selected as the best.
For this time, the title of 'Best in Show' successfully stolen by Mercedes-Benz 680S Torpedo Saoutchik 1928. Classic roadster equipped with 6.8-liter supercharged engine was designed by Jacques Saoutchik, a body of a perpetrator of France. Currently gorgeous vehicle was owned by Paul and Judy Andrews of Texas.
After the original owner of this vehicle died, Mercedes-Benz 680S Torpedo Saoutchik 1928 remains stored in a garage for 30 years. To create a condition as it is today, 680S requires total restoration process.
After the restoration process is completed, the vehicle is sold at auction sometime in the 80s, while the last owner bought the classic car about two years ago.
In the event Peeble Beach 2012 there are more than 220 vehicles on display, of which there are 11 models Saoutchik. But only this one that took home the prestigious award.
9/15/12
classic icon in 50 years seem obvios for Mazda MX-5
Managing Director of Footman James, Andy Fairchild said that this year marks the 50th anniversary of the various classic icons such as Lotus Elan, MGB and the Renault 5. It is interesting to get an idea of what is in the thinking about the classic car owner classic cars in the future.
"The question of which car to bear the iconic status within 50 years, I guess we'll just have to wait and watch," added Fairchild.
A recent SURVEY specialist insurance brokers classic cars and motorcycles, Footman James, shows that most owners of Mazda MX-5 feel their vehicle will be a classic icon in 50 years.
Little Japanese roadster chosen more than the Bugatti Veyron and the Audi TT which appears in the second and third. The most interesting thing is, because the MX-5 is not a rare car or cars exclusively, but he is a very special car.
Privileges MX-5 is because it is something that is close to the British sports car you can buy. This car has a charm and charisma that are not found in other roadster, albeit at a price that is two to three times more expensive.
It is indeed very difficult to explain to a series of words. Maybe you should have your own MX-5 to be able to understand it.
In a survey Footman James who followed more than 3,500 classic car owners and classic car show visitors, Mazda MX-5 won 7 percent of the vote, Bugatti Veyron and Audi TT 5 percent 4 percent.
Exclusive cars such as the Aston Martin DB9, Fiat 500, Audi R8, Lotus Elise and Jaguar XKR models, the XF and XK, each got 3 percent of the vote.
9/13/12
Handmade classic car's model is ery iconic and legendary
This rare car salesman also said that the auction house RM Auctions estimates that the car could be worth not less than U.S. $ 1 million if enrolled in an auction.
SITE eBay Motors vehicle purchase offer special car Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing pre-production made with hand skills. Iconic classic sports car in 1954 is offered with a starting price of U.S. $ 850 thousand .
With prices like that, in fact consumers have many options to buy a fancy new car, but it will not be worth the privilege of Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing pre-production made in 1954's.
In addition to the model is very iconic and legendary, he had the privilege as a pre-production car that would be very high historical value. Moreover, the condition of the car very well maintained despite 118,722.9 miles ridden so far.
Gull-wing this one is there is a bit of wear and corrosion although very minimal, and in general, the look is very unusual vehicle inside and out.
Expected, this is a classic sports car car units exhibit when the German automaker is following the auto show Detroit Motor Show 1955. And most importantly, the car uses an extremely rare engine NSL difficult to find in SL berbodi steel.
Mercedes-Benz also only make 50 units of pre-production 300SL cars like this and made entirely by hand.
Car owners said that this vehicle has five unique details like the gear lever as swan neck, three-star logo on the concave grille and the lower gear ratios for quicker acceleration.
As an interesting note, this vehicle has been stored for 30 years, the engine has experienced rejuvenation at 11.265 miles ago. But unfortunately, this vehicle has undergone repainting in 1980 from white to black.
9/12/12
No matter, replica or original, Bugatti Type 51's still very high in price
Price was considered quite appropriate, because as a 'counterfeit goods' vehicles stored in a warehouse full of junk for 10 years is a pretty good replica. If the item is genuine, it will be worth 2 million pounds.
This CAR is not really a Bugatti Type 51 racing car. However, as a replica made in the 1980s by engineer Keith Butti of London, Bugatti Type 51 racing car is simply gorgeous fake.
This vehicle comes after last good owner named Alan Riley died in 2010. This vehicle is parked in a barn for over 10 years. Upon his return he found the original model is not known.
Alan Riley himself, bought 51 fake the Bugatti cars in 1987 and only two components are still original Bugatti the fuel tank and the rear cross member. The rest is just a replica of Keith Butti creations.
Although only Bugatti Type 51 racing car styled, these vehicles will be auctioned at the Brightwells Leominster, Herefordshire, England on 26 September with the offer price is quite expensive at £ 100,000.
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