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1/10/13
Exclusive concept car will be in auction
An exclusive concept car which is very, very rare reportedly will be sold in an auction. 1992 Italdesign Aztec Barchetta is a road car version which is based on the concept shown at the Turin Motor Show in 1988.
Vehicles made in 1992 is run by a five-cylinder engine-powered 250 hp taken from the Audi Quattro. Transmission picked from the Lancia Delta Integrale owned 4x4.
This vehicle has a very unique part of the panels on the back side of the spacecraft design. Futuristic impression grew stronger with the presence of double cockpit with transparent doors.
The body is made of aluminum alloy kevlar and carbon fiber, while the cabin intercom equipped with useful tools to facilitate a conversation between the driver and passengers at high speeds.
No information about the selling price that will be offered, but we can be sure that the vehicle is almost like new condition. On the odometer in the new instrument panel shows the distance of 120 km.
New car in Super Cowl 2013
LOS ANGELES -New car of Beyonce will be in Super Cowl 2013. Chevrolet Corvette 2014 will be officially launched on 13 January, one day ahead of the mat Detroit Auto Show (NAIAS) 2013.
U.S. singer, Beyonce, will get a new ride. Not kidding, the new car will wear this sexy singer is New Chevrolet Corvette 2014.
General Motors will give a 2014 Chevrolet Corvette unit to Beyonce. This car will be used during the event Super Cowl 2013, where Beyonce usually appear in the sports game of American Football.
However, GM reportedly will only lend the 2014 Corvette to the virgin birth of Texas, 4 September 1981. GM officials will provide a key official 2014 Corvette.
The latest generation of the Chevrolet Corvette LT1 uses a V8 engine with a capacity of 6.2 liters. Engine produces a total output of 450 BHP (336 kW) and peak torque of 450 lb-ft (609 Nm).
With this engine, the 2014 Corvette can record akslerasi from 0 to 100 km / h in less than four seconds.
Nissan Livina facelift gets a significant change in the exterior
Beijing, - Waiting Nissan Livina facelift model is very long, as it practically since it first appeared only in the form of amendments 2006-2007 vent and bumper as well as the addition of trinkets.
If the observed image of Nissan Livina facelift , there is a significant change in the exterior. Headlamps are now increasingly pointed and large, as well as adjusting grille design with grooves down the increasingly assertive. So also in the back, with lighting design is much different, and more like a KIA SUV.
Repairs of Nissan Livina facelift also carried out on an automatic transmission which now uses the Xtronic CVT technology that is claimed to provide greater fuel efficiency. The new engine will be invested, and there are two choices, or 1.800cc 1.600cc. Dongfeng-Nissan has also set up a crossover version of the code C-Gear.
Some time ago, photos circulated on the internet depicting the figure of Nissan Livina facelift on some Chinese websites. Now, the news is getting stronger, and has been confirmed to be slid in March, 2013 by Dongfeng-Nissan in a special ceremony although there will set new price.
The emergence of the first MPV model that could shake up the Toyota Kijang was reasonable done in China. Because, first appeared in 2006 ago, also in the Bamboo Curtain country. Marketing is also special in several countries, including China, Indonesia, and Brazil.
If the observed image of Nissan Livina facelift , there is a significant change in the exterior. Headlamps are now increasingly pointed and large, as well as adjusting grille design with grooves down the increasingly assertive. So also in the back, with lighting design is much different, and more like a KIA SUV.
Repairs of Nissan Livina facelift also carried out on an automatic transmission which now uses the Xtronic CVT technology that is claimed to provide greater fuel efficiency. The new engine will be invested, and there are two choices, or 1.800cc 1.600cc. Dongfeng-Nissan has also set up a crossover version of the code C-Gear.
Some time ago, photos circulated on the internet depicting the figure of Nissan Livina facelift on some Chinese websites. Now, the news is getting stronger, and has been confirmed to be slid in March, 2013 by Dongfeng-Nissan in a special ceremony although there will set new price.
The emergence of the first MPV model that could shake up the Toyota Kijang was reasonable done in China. Because, first appeared in 2006 ago, also in the Bamboo Curtain country. Marketing is also special in several countries, including China, Indonesia, and Brazil.
a sketch of Rotary Supercars brings full ideas
MUNICH - Rotary Supercars team is currently looking for additional investors to build a supercar. Reportedly there are investors from China who are interested in investing menamamkan magnitude to push this mega project.
Rotary Supercars released a bit of a sketch of a supercar that was designed. Reportedly, this super car is capable of producing 2800 horsepower power mencapau 3494 Nm of torque.
Small manufacturer from Germany named Rotary Supercars were back in the spotlight. Rotary has been more than a year to develop and test a new fastest super car in the world.
Unfortunately, the supercar has yet to have an official name. However, the news circulated the model will produce a total output of 2800 HP and has reached a peak torque of 3494 Nm.
Now it seems Rotary Supercars is getting ready to introduce to the public about this super car. Chances are, for prospective customers who are interested in buying, must pay first before made unit.
Preliminary data says, Rotary Supercars use the engine capacity of 5.2 liters and eight quad-rotor turbo. With this engine unit enough to bring the car sprint from 0 to 100 km / h in just 0.9 seconds and reaches a top speed of 600 km / h in less than seven seconds.
These figures are not yet confirmed and verifiable. But when it was tested, then this is a true revolution in the automotive industry.
Connectivity Concept's to open and lock your car without remote key
Seoul - Connectivity Concept's to open and lock your car without remote key. To open and close or lock the car the owner of the cell phone pressed enough car to the side of the windshield. In addition to auto glass that was placed a receiver-tagged form of NFC (Near Field Communication) with a blue Hyundai logo.
Senior Vice Presindent Hyundai, Allan Rushforth, explained that the technology is designed to utilize existing functionality of the smartphone and can integrate into the life of everyday driving.
Later this technology can also store personal preference such as the position of the driver's seat, radio channels, seating arrangements and much more.
In this case, Hyundai has been expanding with the semiconductor company Broadcom Corporation.
Listening to music in the car by connecting the smartphone may sound memalui Bluetooth connection is very unusual. New innovations coming out of the South Korean car manufacturer, Hyundai.
Hyundai created a new technology as well as a breakthrough in the automotive world. Hyundai innovations that open and close or lock the car using a smartphone. So no need to use the remote key or key fob.
In a press release Hyundai, eventually all Hyundai cars manufactured from 2015 can now use a technology called the Connectivity Concept.
Comparing European to China-produced Cars
Let's start Comparing European to China-produced Cars.According to the FT, this year Europe will only produce more than 20% of world car production.
As quoted by the FT, Volvo CEO Hakan Samuelsson to comment on the European car market, "All you can do is pray."
Production of the car began in Europe in the late 1880s thanks to Carl Benz, while China just started in the 1950s with a car called Red Flag made for government officials.
According to the Financial Times (FT), though Europe 70 years first start the car industry than China, but it seems the Bamboo Curtain country will overtake the European car production in 2013. Though the new China car production reached one million cars after 1992.
Citing research from a number of consultants and investment banks, the FT estimates that China will assemble approximately 19.6 million cars and light vehicles this year, while Europe only 18.3 million cars, it has included Russia and Turkey.
Even more damning yet, Europe is still bound by the prolonged economic crisis.
See how this develops over the years European auto production continues to shrink. In 1970, they controlled the production by 50% while in 2001, production reached only 35% of total worldwide car production.
1/9/13
make Ferrari F12 Berlinetta more perfect
BERLIN - Ferrari's new F12 will also look more elegant and perfect with the installation of a set of alloy wheels measuring 21 inch to 22 inch wheels for the front and rear wheels wrapped with Pirelli tires sized 225/30 for the front tires and size 332/25 for the beklakang.
The most significant change in the new Ferrari F12 is happening under the hood of this Italian supercar. Where this new model will produce a total output of 764 HP (562 kW) from a previous output of 740 hp (544 kW) from a capacity of 6.2 liter V12 engine. Top speed supercar that has been refurbished by the DMC is also increased by almost 350km / h.
Exhaust sector was not immune from the spin-DMC, Titanium Exhaust system has been installed to improve the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta DMC style.
aftermarket company DeLorean Motor Company (DMC) has now made the latest modification package for the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta refinement variants.
As reported Inautonews, DMC has produced the latest development for the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta in recent months. The specialists at DMC has developed a carbon fiber body kit used on the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta latest.
Changes also occur on the lips splitter Ferrari F12 is to make it look more prominent and elegant. Side skirts have also been changed by the DMC in order supercar looks more flat, as well as installation of wing-inspired spoiler 599 xx.
Why does Jaguar rethink of producing C-X75 again
Why does Jaguar rethink of producing C-X75 again? The engineers at Jaguar also gain knowledge about carbon fiber construction and efficient aerodynamics, so we should not be surprised if advanced technologies above were to be found also on Jaguar models of the future.
JAGUAR recently announced plans to cancel the production of C-X75, but the technology will be applied by Jaguar for production models of Jaguar to come. Among these are the technologies velek alloy stronger and 40% lighter than conventional alloys.
According to Auto Express, in addition to technology velek, Jaguar will also use four-cylinder engines 1. Belong to C-6 liter twin-charged X75 technology capable of producing more than 500 bhp for a new Jaguar sports car that will be present later.
Although on this one has been no official statement, but before the news indicates that the machine can be used on model Jaguar F-Type GT3.
Big motorcycle carrying 400-500 cc will make the world addicted
New Delhi -Let's talk about this Big motorcycle? Smaller Harley-Davidson carrying 400-500 cc will make the world addicted of driving big motorcycle. Harley-Davidson Motor little was said autoevolution will be made for the Indian motorcycle market. Market size and potential of the motorcycle market in the country is said Bollywood made Harley-Davidson falter.
If during these motorcycles Harley-Davidson carries a large capacity, for the Indian market, Harley-Davidson plans to make a smaller motorcycle with engine capacity between 400-500 cc.
This news has actually been circulating since last month. However, the surprising, the motor will also still carry the V-Twin engine configuration proved to be sold around the figure of U.S. $ 6,400.
Price is certainly tempting two-wheel enthusiasts although there is no word on whether if it be born this bike will also be deployed to other countries or not.
Chances are, this bike will be demonstrated Harley-Davidson in New Delhi Auto Show 2014.
Harley-Davidson itself previously been rumored to be preparing for an expansion of their assembly plant in India. This is the second Harley assembly plant outside the Americas after Harley had built similar plants in Brazil.
The factory will be built Harley-Davidson is a plant that will assemble Harley-Davidson in full CKD. By doing so, Harley-Davidson expects to reach a competitive price in India where the prices are very sensitive.
News of the major motorcycle manufacturers, Harley-Davidson intends to make a small engined bike for emerging markets seems stronger blows. Rumors mention that a small motor that Harley will be worth not much different from the Kawasaki Ninja 250.
Kawasaki Ninja is currently in Indonesia released at a price of more than 50 million Armed was carrying 250 cc engine. However, Harley-Davidson is reportedly preparing a motor that cost is not far from that figure.
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.
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