Ener-G-Force Concept goes to LA

LOS ANGELES - Mercedes-Benz is expected to start producing production version in 2015. Mercedes Ener-G-Force will be available in two versions, namely the civilian version and a version of the military or police.

"Ener-G-Force is the development i of an off-road vehicle, with reflecting adventure. Models use genes from the iconic off-road Mercedes-Benz, the G model," said Director of Design Mercedes-Benz, Gorden Wagener.

Mercedes-Benz explained, Ener-G-Force Concept has the ability to store water in the tank on the roof, before being transferred to the hydro-tech converters. The water will be used as a source of hydrogen energy technologies.

Maximum range that can be achieved by the power to penetrate a distance of about 800 km (500 miles). More details about the Mercedes-Benz details Ener-G-Force will be announced on 28 November in the event the Los Angeles Auto Show 2012.

A new model presented by Mercedes-Benz with the name of Ener-G-Force Concept. Varian giant SUV will be displayed at the Los Angeles Auto Show 2012.

German manufacturer explains, Mercedes-Benz Ener-G-Force Concept was actually developed for LA Auto Show Design Challenge.

Despite burly and large, Ener-G-Force is claimed environmentally friendly, and able to use alternative energy sources. Mercedes-Benz Ener-G-Force Concept was actually designed as a G-Class in the future.

Aventador Roadster supercar still uses the same engine

LOS ANGELES - Lamborghini Aventador Roadster still uses the same engine as its predecessor, the V12 unit with a capacity of 6.5 liters. This machine is capable of producing 690 horsepower power.

The engine is mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission, which is capable of carrying the Lamborghini Aventador Roadster accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in just three seconds. While the maximum speed that can be achieved 350 km / h.

The Italian super car manufacturer, Lambroghini, announced the sale price for the all-new Aventador Roadster variant in the United States.

The supercar will be priced at USD445.300. This brand-new Lamborghini Aventador Roadster was recently officially launched in the superpower.

Lamborghini Aventador Roadster original price is actually USD441.600. However, with the addition of tax amounting to USD3.700, the selling price is increased to USD445.300.

special ABS for Aprilia RSV4 R

MILAN - Like the Factory version, the Aprilia RSV4 R also has a Performance Ride Control (APRC) with traction control, wheelie control, launch control and quick shift.

At the Intermot event last October, announced a number of changes for the Aprilia RSV4. As a result, these sport bikes have more power, plus ABS (anti-lock brakes), and a number of other changes. This time, the Aprilia RSV4 R is again displayed at EICMA 2012, Milan.

Motorcycle production version was developed from the mounts Max Biaggi in the arena of Superbike World Championship, the Aprilia RSV4 R comes with (black) and the RSV4 Factory (fancy colors).

RSV4 R engine was upgraded, also with air vents in the fairing. Combined with a redesigned exhaust system. Motor output is claimed to increase to 181.5 horsepower and 86.3 ft-lb of torque, compared with the previous model year only amounted to 177 hp and torque of 84.8 ft-lb.

Another important update is the addition of Bosch 9MP ABS with three levels of calibration. Level 1 (Track) optimizing ABS for high speed. Level 2 (Street) to drive on the street that can adjust the speed by braking. Level 3 (Rain) is designed for slippery surfaces. ABS brakes can also be disabled.

Level the ABS brakes can be combined with three different modes of driving on the RSV4 engine, the Track, Sport and Road. This combination enables the rider to get driving style according to their skill level.

Bimota's DB11 VLX 2013's amazing italian superbikes

Milan,  - Other specifications, using Ohlin suspension for the front and back. While the reduction of the rate of use Brembo Monoblock. Exhaust made ​​by the Athens design is the work of Bimota.

Bimota, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer, again show its presence in the sportbike world by generating DB11 VLX 2013 at EICMA 2012, which is being held in Milan, Italy. It looks almost similar to the DB9 brivido who was present at a similar event last year. The difference, this time using the additional induction of the supercharger.

Similar machines with the Ducati Testastretta V model with a slope angle 11 degrees and implanted dual-screw supercharger Sprintex that has been modified by the technicians. This addition makes 28PS power increase so 188 PS with 142 Nm of torque than its predecessor DB11.

The resurrection of Toyota Supra's revealed

In related news The Detroit Bureau reports that the Toyota Supra will be jointly developed with Tesla. The two companies already have a relationship that led to the birth of the model Toyota RAV4 EV (electric power).

But it seems too early to speculate if they will work for the successor to the Supra, especially between BMW and Toyota have announced plans to cooperate in the development of a new sports car.


Gossip resurrection of  Toyota Supra has been rolling for years, and chief engineer Tetsuya Tada GT 86 has confirmed that Toyota President Akio Toyoda had asked him to 'make Supra successor as soon as possible'.

To Asia One, Tada said that the company has approved two new sports car will be positioned above and below the GT 86. For this case Tada has confirmed one of them will be the next Supra, but the other is still a mystery.

Speculation states that the other models that are likely to be the successor of the models Toyota MR-2.

Until now there is no set schedule, but Tada said the 86 GT takes five years in development, so at least it takes the same time to the other models. To be sure, Supra successor will be a top priority.

BMW X4 projects will be continued

BMW X4 projects that have been heard since last year is reportedly being delayed. This delay, according to Autocar magazine, waiting for BMW to get a strategy to increase the similarity between the X3 and X5.

But it seems now that BMW wanted to finish first in the development of models X5 and X6 models of 2014, new X4 and then proceed with the project.


BMW reportedly will continue the project a new crossover to compete with the Porsche Tigers in terms of style, completeness and performance. Production crossover named BMW X4 will reportedly be launched in the United States in early 2014.

According to Autoweek, BMW X4 will be first shown in concept form at the Detroit Auto Show to be held in January 2013. These vehicles will use the platform and principles similar to the second-generation BMW X3, as well as the engine.

BMW X3 is now offered with a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four and larger machines configured inline-six 3.0 liter turbocharger.

To distinguish X4 from X3, it will use a completely different design. The front will be much more aggressive, while the roof line more like a coupe. If difficult to describe so we can imagine that the X4/X3 is a smaller version of X6/X5.

BMW X4 will also offer a high-performance version of the model over the previous BMW X4 M although it has never produced X3 M. BMW X4 M seems to be a special version of the new turbocharged six-cylinder engine are expected to be used on the next generation M3 models.

Also rumored that BMW X4 M will offer a diesel version will use a 3.0-liter tri-turbo six-cylinder.

Baby-Benz = Mercedes 190E

Mercedes 190E is produced by more than 10 years and undergone a facelift twice in 1988 and in 1991. Baby-Benz has sold as many as 1,879,629 units globally before it was replaced in 1993 by what is known as the W202 C-Class sedan ranks as the official name of the compact Mercedes from then on.

Because of its popularity around the world through the term 'Baby-Benz ", as it is a replacement name wrong. Since then, all cars bearing the 'three-pointed star' called 'Baby-Benz ". Though the nickname is true only for the model 190 aka W201.


FOR the fans who still remember, November 1982 is the month in which Mercedes-Benz first entered the compact segment 30 years ago through the W201 models in Indonesia known as the 190E or "Baby-Benz".

Legendary compact sedan was designed by Bruno Sacco and brings multi-link rear suspension that was originally gasoline-powered 2.0-liter 88 hp to 190 and 120 hp models for model 190E.

In 1983, this vehicle is an additional model of the four-cylinder diesel engine 71 hp on the model 190 D and 190E 2.3-16 sporty models are powered by a four-cylinder 16-valve powered 182 hp.

Several years kemudan, compact Mercedes sedan lineup is growing culminated in 1988 with the presence of a compact sports sedan 190E 2.5-16 capable of producing power 192 hp and produces 232 hp final development through Evolution models.

The vehicle is the basis of the current Mercedes-Benz jumped into the race the DTM German touring car that won in 1992 with AMG-Mercedes 190E Evolution II piloted by racing driver Klaus Ludwig.

KTM Superduke R 1290 competes to Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, BMW S1000RR and Ducati Panigale 1199

With all the advantages it has, KTM Superduke R 1290 can be equated with the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, BMW S1000RR and Ducati Panigale 1199.

THE most interesting from both Intermot motorcycle show EICMA is the look and the premiere of a prototype 1290 KTM Superduke R super lightweight trellis frame 1290 cc engine taken from the base RC8R V-Twin complete with drive-by-wire technology.

Naked bike motorcycle models was overwhelmed by the variety of electronic devices maid rider, carbon fiber meterial and new WP suspension prototypes in both wheels. KTM promised a production version of the vehicle will be ready in the next 12 months.

It remains unknown what kind of performance. To be sure, the base RC8 R engine with a capacity of 1190 cc original, capable of producing 173 hp with a torque of 120 Nm. But rumors that mention the new motor will have power between 180 and 200 hp when he sold later.

Thanks to no longer use all of the components that are not essential, plus thanks to the trellis frame made ​​of chrome molybdenum and the use of carbon fiber is used, the bike is expected to be lighter than the RC8 R weighs 200 kg with a full tank.

Sport Hybrid i-DCD single motor

Sport Hybrid i-DCD single motor is driving a new hybrid Honda introduced the third this year.

Honda also said it will introduce a system of Sport Hybrid i-MMD two motor / plug-in to a medium sized vehicle that will be installed on the new Honda Accord sedan next year, followed by the introduction of the system Sport Hybrid SH-AWD (Super Handling-All Wheel Drive) three motors for luxury sedans and sports cars that will be used in the Acura RL and NSX supercar 2015 a new generation.

Honda introduced a hybrid power system that will replace the hybrid IMA (Integrated Motor Assist) are used on small vehicles such as sedan Civic, Insight, hatchback Fit / Jazz and CR-Z coupe.

The new system, called Sport Hybrid i-DCD stands for 'Intelligent Dual Clutch Drive' and consists of a gasoline engine 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that runs the results of the latest development of more efficient Atkinson cycle fuel and an electric motor that also acts as a generator connected to the transmission of dual-clutch 7-speed.

"Highly capable integrated motor and lithium-ion increase the efficiency of more than 30 percent compared with conventional single motor hybrid system," Honda said in a statement.

Japanese automakers have created a prototype Fit / Jazz with hybrid drive that is different from the new hybrid Honda offered by today. This new hybrid system allows the vehicle to run full electric mode at speeds up to 70 km / h as far as 5 km.

retro BMW Motorrad will be celebrated

It was announced by the President of BMW Motorrad Stephan Schaller, in his speech at the international motorcycle show EICMA (Esposizione Internazionale Ciclo e Accessori Motociclo) 2012 in Milan, Italy, Wednesday (14/11) ago.

"The bike is a distinctive new will be born next year to express 90 years BMW Motorrad trip that combined emotional style and breakthrough technology to create a new multifaceted concept vehicle," BMW said in a statement.

Vehicle manufacturer from Bavaria has also released a sketch of  bike 'naked' incorporating air-cooled boxer engine. Problem setting the launch date will be announced at a later date.

CURRENT BMW motorcycle division, BMW Motorrad was preparing himself to celebrate the birthday-90 next year. To mark it, they will build a retro bike that reflects the unique design of its first product launch is R 32 made in 1923.

Land Rover Range prepares RS version

A recent report indicates that the Land Rover Range   prepares Rover  RS version.

A week ago it was rumored that the plan will spawn Land Rover 16 models by 2020. Autocar latest edition contains all the models are divided into three categories: Luxury (Range Rover), Leisure (Discovery / Freelander) and Utility (Defender).

In the luxury category consists of the new Range Rover, Range Rover Sport and Evoque with XL, and the cabrio version of the baby.

In the segment of leasure there is a luxury version of the Discovery, Freelander Discovery regular version with five and seven seats and a small version Freelander.

In the utility group consisting of the current Defender, a next-generation model with five seats for the 2016/2017, as well as long wheelbase version for model year 2016/2017, a pickup version will debut in late 2015 or 2016, and the production version DC100 has a wheelbase of 2.54 meters.

Panigale Ducati 1199 R price's included to Diavel Strada and Panigale R

Most importantly, stating that Ducati Panigale R now has 15 percent more power in the middle rev range. Panigale Ducati 1199 R is sold with a tag of U.S. $ 29,995

MANUFACTURER Italian Ducati motorcycle very busy lately preparing three new creations for display at EICMA motor show (Esposizione Internazionale Ciclo e Accessori Motociclo) International Motorcycle Show 2012, held from 15 to 18 November.

The three knights their new one Hypermotard 2013 engine is water-cooled 821 cc variant of the Ducati Testastretta 11 degree V-Twin-powered DS 110 hp with a torque of 89.21 Nm thanks to the size of the smaller piston diameter with a step that is longer than 858 cc engine standards.

Hypermotard weighs 198 kg with a full tank is carrying the Kayaba front forks that have travel distance of 17 cm. In the sector of alerts Sachs rear shock serves the travel distance of 15 cm, while the Hypermotard SP provides greater distances play in both categories.

For more funding, Ducati Diavel cruiser terbengis is that you can find, but that did not stop the Ducati engineers for adding some components of the product Ducati Performance at the Iron Horse on this one.

As a result the figures become Strada 2013 Diavel is designed to menjalajah easily. New motor offers a wider windscreen, handlebars and seat sdikit higher fluid-gel.

The figure Strada Ducati Diavel at the exhibition held in Milan, Italy is also equipped with a generator with a larger capacity to supply power electronic devices available through two 12-volt port.

The latter is Panigale Ducati 1199 R which is an improved version of last year's edition. Model 2013 is now carrying 500 rpm rev boost thanks to the use of handlebars piston (conrod) light is made of titanium and a lighter flywheel.

There is also the setting for the first time feature a four-point rear swing arm and exhaust and ECU character that makes full race 1199 Panigale R able to release power up to 201 hp.

launching Outlander & Outlander Sport Limited Edition at LA Auto Show

LOS ANGELES - Details of the Outlander and Outlander Sport Limited Edition in attendance at the LA Auto Show is still very limited. There is no official specification of new Mitsubishi Outlander about this.

Only, Mitsubishi will present a version of the diesel engine, with manual and automatic transmissions and all-wheel drive system as standard across the range Outlander 2014.

The Japanese manufacturer, Mitsubishi will introduce the Limited Edition variant of the Outlander and Outlander Sport, Los Angeles Auto Show 2012, which opened 28 November next.

Mitsubishi stated, Limited Edition of Outlander and Outlander Sport will be part of the model 2014. However, it still will be debuted at the LA Auto Show 2012.

A piece of the picture of the Outlander and Outlander Sport this third generation has also been released by Mitsubishi. Seen from the front and the body Outlander've got a lot of changes.

Unfortunately it is unknown whether the differences between the Outlander and Outlander Sport are present in the United States or the European version will be marketed in other continents, such as Asia.