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1/9/13
Jerez MotoGP circuit's increasingly wanted
With the contract extension, then Spain will host the four-times MotoGP 2013. Jerez addition, there are also race in Barcelona, Valencia, and Aragon.
MotoGP reached a new contract agreement with the Jerez circuit. Thus, in the land of the Spanish race will still last at least until the end of 2015.
Actually, with a length of 2.7 mile circuit is already in the calendar while issued in September. However, the event status is not official because it is still in the stage of confirmation.
But now, the broadcast rights holder of MotoGP, Dorna, has reached an agreement a three-year contract extension with the Government of Andalucia and Jerez City Council. That means the race at the Jerez circuit will still last up to three years.
Dorna CEO, Carmelo Ezpeleta, Jerez describes as a place to be "key" MotoGP. He said: "happily think that I can announce the extension of GP Jerez for three years.
"This is one key to termination in the MotoGP calendar with an exciting atmosphere of the surroundings and spectators from far and wide.
"It is also a popular place for the riders, because nature makes tontonannya good tracks for the best race in the world."
Mexican Jazz sedan will slide
According to Honda executives, crossover model will slide as the second hatchback from Honda's Mexico plant. The new manufacturing facility is scheduled to start operating in 2014, has an annual production capacity reached 200 thousand vehicles. Of that amount, 30 percent is sold in Mexico and the rest thrown into the export market.
While asked about the sedan, the source did not want to answer them in detail. Honda sedan based on the Honda Fit has long been sold in Asia, and transformed into a Honda City. If this is the Honda Fit or Jazz will become sedan option began to shift, or even kill Honda City itself.
Honda Motor Co. poised to add one more variant based Honda Fit for the European and Asian markets. In addition to the newly introduced crossover and a hatchback, sedan variant will accompany both Honda and a mainstay for the U.S. market. Jazz sedan will be manufactured at the new plant of Mexico, which is currently under construction.
The news was leaked by one of the executives of Honda as reported Autonews, yesterday (11/12) and started bustling in the virtual world today. Apparently, the Japanese manufacturers began to see a shift in the U.S. market, that small cars are increasingly popular and efficient, leaving other types of large even-powered pickup that was familiar.
improvising C7 Corvette to get its new look
Detroit -improvising C7 Corvette to get its new look. It's good to know about that. As reported by Autocar, Friday (12/27/2012) next generation of C7 Corvette will get a new look more dramatic.
Although the latest face of C7 seen still in the form of illustrations, C7 looks to have a more technical look at the back. Besides the display front and rear bumpers also look lower.
Even for back light display, latest generation of C7 participate adopt Camaro owned lights display. Besides the latest generation of C7 this time also still maintain leanness. And look on the side, ventiliasi still perched on the latest generation C7 body.
Furthermore, in the interior, still retain C7 cockpit attached logi Corvette. However, the electric chair and telematics systems will also be inserted therein.
Everything else can be arranged in a touch screen. And the final touch seen in g-force meter and indicators tucked in the corner of the wheel above the steering wheel.
Even though all still in the illustration, every lover can certainly guess what kind of vehicle would be born later in Detroit 1:13:13, or January 13, 2013.
General Motors Manufacturing America, middle modify latest looks C7 Corvette sports car. Indirectly Chevrolet Corvette C7 to seduce lovers via the internet.
1/8/13
massive withdrawal of Pickup, Van, and SUV
DETROIT - Variants are affected by the recall are Escalde 2013 Cadillac, Escalade EXT and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Express Vans, Pickup Silverado, Tahoe and Suburban SUVs, GMC Savanna Van Sierra Pickup trucks and Yukon XL.
GM stated that the steering column will be replaced and the owner of the vehicle being towed does not have to pay a dime to the cost of such improvements. In the United States alone recall will begin on January 17, 2013.
massive recall (recall) still continues to haunt American automotive world. After withdrawal that occurred in 2013 this happened to Subaru, this year's second withdrawal withdrawal override largest American manufacturer General Motors (GM).
General Motors has announced a recall more than 69 thousand Pickup, Van, and SUV. The withdrawal is due to the potential damage to the steering column.
As reported Inautonews, National Institute of Highway Traffic Safety (NHTSA) which variant of GM recall having a problem when the vehicle is parked and can walk myself, this could result in a crash for the driver.
About 55,000 vehicles are being recalled in the United States, 6310 in Canada, 670 in Mexico, and the 7084 is a car that is exported throughout the world.
Can Ritz compete to other car brands?
Mumbai, - Can Maruti Suzuki Ritz still compete with the Eco-car of Honda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Chevrolet!
Maruti Suzuki Ritz has finally launched with a 4-speed automatic transmission at the beginning of this year (1/1) in Mumbai without any special occasion. Just photos, specs released plus price.
No changes, still K-Series 1200 cc, 85 PS and torque of 114 Nm. But the engine and transmission is claimed, bahanbakarnya economical consumption, 17.16 kpl, 1 kpl different than a manual transmission. Maruti takes a few years to weigh the markets and develop transmission.
The price for this automatic transmission for 643499.23 rupees. Consumers are also offered variants equipped with ABS + EBD (optional). Another option is a special color dashboard, steering wheel with audio buttons.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Facelift look solid
Stuttgart, -This facelift version of Mercy E-Class will have all the latest technology from Mercedes-Benz, the night assistant, assistant light dynamic, intelligent lane assistant, intelligent brake assistant, assistant congestion, magic ride control and heads-up display. Glass roof fitted magic sky control.
3.500cc V8 engine is expected to wear for the E350 and 4.700cc twin turbo V8 for the E500 and E550. Versions of these machines are still estimates, more details waiting for the moment of launch at the Geneva Motor Show next March.
Finally, face detail Mercedes-Benz E-Class facelift version appeared well after popping some photos of "colongan" of a room in a hotel until the teaser design headlights uploaded last November. Full of pictures was first revealed Autoweek.nl, an automotive website from the Netherlands.
Obviously the changes. Improvisation done on the front and back, and there is absolutely no similarity with the AMG version as rumored several times. Most strikingly, the design of the headlights like the C-Class but rather highlight some corners and added LED Daytime Running Light (DRL).
Bumper design also changed, followed by a touch on the front vents with chrome lines. For the version of the estate, the three star logo in the corner of the circle put together with a larger grille, like the C-Class in general. While the design of the taillights is also made simple without a lot of corners.
Enjoying modified Toyota GT86 with LSD doors
Do you like enjoying modified Toyota GT86? and LSD doors can be a part of helping your dreams.
If you want to have a car with the door opening systems such as Lamborghini, LSD doors is the best option you can get. But the question is, Is it going to make your car more cool? The decision remains in your hands.
IF you have the Toyota GT86, of course, no intention to modify and enhance your vehicle. Besides manambah or replace with a body kit, velek, brakes, suspension, and turbo, LSD doors seem worthy product in the list.
LSD doors shown at Essen Motor Show in Germany this is the door hinges are made for Toyota GT86 that can make the system open and close the doors like a Lamborghini-style scissor doors.
Because it is designed specifically for the GT86, the hinge is very precise and adjustable holder with original hinge bolts congenital vehicle with suitable quality German TUV quality certification standards.
In addition, to facilitate the lift doors, LSD doors fitted with gas spring models to cope with the weight of the door.
Mr. Ford welcomes to London
Mr. Ford welcomes to London. It's about what it will be done by Ford company there. However, All the variants of Ford Fiesta with a diesel engine has CO2 emissions emitted less than 100 g / km, while the ECOnetic variant has a high efficiency of 30.27 km / liter with CO2 emissions emitted only 87 g / km.
MAY imagine you will be confused as to what the Ford Fiesta Van. Indeed he was a two-door Fiesta hatchback that is not equipped with a rear passenger seat and without the glass on the back side, or rather semi Blind Fiesta Van.
Ford Fiesta offers cargo space capacity of 1.0 cubic meters with a length of 1.3 meters and a payload between 485 to 508 kg.
This vehicle is offered in two Duratorq TDCi diesel engine capacity of 1.5 liters with power 75 hp and 1.6-liter 95 hp, with a choice of petrol-powered liter Duratec 1:25 82 hp.
Varian is the most economical ECOnetic Variant 95 hp diesel engine which comes with a lower suspension, tires with low barriers to scroll, and the addition of the aerodynamics under the car, plus the system Auto-Start-Stop.
Best Motorcycle of the Year in US
California, -This big motorcycle, Kawasaki ZX-14R, uses 4-cylinder engine with a capacity 1.441cc. Step 4 mm piston increases, ie 84 mm and a diameter of 65 mm, making steady torque from low rpm. Power reached 217 PS!
For justifying, Kawasaki complete with two drive mode options, namely "Full Power" and "Low Power". "Torque Limiter" function increases engine braking capability (engine braking). Excess tersebutrlah are enticing consumers and bikers in the land of Uncle Sam.
Kawasaki ZX-14R has been named "Motorcycle of the Year" by MotorcycleUSA by majority vote. Malignant big motorcycle is considered the most comfortable. Big Bodi not make driver feel "object", precisely, claimed the most comfortable driving position. Monster beats street is another big motorcycle, the Ducati Diavel and Triumph Speed Triple R.
Other winners of other categories are:
Kawasaki ZX-14R gets title of Motorcycle of The Year:
Ducati Diavel receives awards as Best Cruiser 2012
BMW S1000RR gets title of Best sportsbike 2012
Triumph Speed Triple R receives awards as Best Street Bike 2012
Triumph Tiger Explorer gets title of Best Adventure Motorcycle 2012
Beta 450 RR receives awards as Best Enduro 2012
Kawasaki KLR650 gets title of Best Dual Sport 2012
Kawasaki KX450F receives awards as Best Motorcross 2012
BMW K1600 GTL gets title of Best Tourer
1/7/13
How dangerous to get drowsy?
How dengerous to get drowsy and it must be considered and watched out. Experts has suggested to drivers to take a rest when they feels so drowsy in order that their journey or travelling is safe. According to data from the U.S. government, about 3 percent of traffic accidents due to driver drowsiness.
If more severe drowsiness, facing hazards increase. Based, CDCP calculation, off guard for a second at a speed of 100 kph, could eliminate the distance of 27 meters or equal to the length of two buses.
Therefore, if the bag is not delayed again, immediately pull over!
According to the study Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDCP: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) in the United States (U.S.), 1 in 24 adults sleepy even had time to fall asleep while driving.
Explained, 4 percent of Americans have had this condition at least once a month. The survey involved 147,000 adults were contacted by telephone. Researchers concluded that the condition occurs in men.
Baby Jeep relies on most technologically advanced production
Milan -Investments of up to 1 billion euros were issued and Fiat owns Chrysler Jeep shelter where the brand says that plant capacity of 1600 cars per day it now has become one of the most technologically advanced car plants in the world.
If during the car manufacturer Jeep has always been known as a manufacturer of all-terrain car the size of a small car is not there, is now supervising the Jeep and Fiat ready to play in the small car segment. Opponents for Nissan Juke also prepared by them.
Reported by Auto Express, car dubbed the 'Baby Jeep' is said to be born, and has been confirmed by Jeep even though they did not give details about the car.
Jeep says that they want to get into the sector where the Jeep had never competed before. Given its small size, the car in the B-segment will become a rival to the Nissan Juke and Ford ecosport.
Unclear as to what extent this car and the engine was carrying what would be later.
But definitely, this car will be built at the Fiat plant in Italy starting in 2014. At the factory in Melfi, Italy is 'Baby Jeep' will be born with Fiat 500x which is now being prepared as well.
Chairman John Elkann and the factory Fiat-Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne confirmed at this time preparations are already underway for the arrival of two new models.
Limited Edition of Yoshimura Suzuki GSX-R's very tempting
TOKYO - Suzuki almost every year launched the latest version of the GSX-R. But in 2013 there will be different. GSX-R Limited Edition will slide, the result of the manufacturer akesesoris, Yoshimura.
Limited Edition Yoshimura Suzuki GSX-R is studded all the latest accessories from Yoshimura. As a result, enough Yoshimura GSX-R has a different design than the GSX-R standard version.
Seen some parts are made differently is the seat, mirrors, wavy disc brakes, OZ alloy wheels and rear shock linkage, as well as a few other optional items.
the sparepart or components used by Yoshimura for modification:
Cover bolts oliu, Fender Eliminator Kit, front gear cover, protective Ranga, lock chain, Race Stand Stoppers, bolt Handlebars, handlebar, Engine block bolts, OZ wheels (optional), Rear Shock Linkage (optional), Wavy discs (optional), Special rearview (optional).
Suzuki GSX-R Limited Edition comes truly limited edition status. The development is done directly by Yoshimura and Suzuki has not announced the official details regarding these variants.
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