Red Honda S2000 Modulo Climax goes on Tokyo Auto Show

TOKYO-At the Tokyo Auto Salon 2013,  Red Honda Modulo S2000 only showcased Climax, proving that Honda still intends to explore two-door sports segment.

The manufacturer describes the Japanese giant, Red Honda Modulo S2000 Climax comes with a new rear bumper design, then there is a layer kroom the front grille, plus the use of LED lights are lit throughout the day.

Another modification is the red brake calipers, black and nurgundi cabin. Kroom coated rims and change small change that makes it more interesting.

Unfortunately Honda did not announce when it plans to begin producing Climax Modulo S2000 and sell it official.

Honda Modulo S2000 finally show variants Climax, at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2013.

Clinax Modulo S2000 is the successor of the Honda S2000. Reportedly, Honda will release two-door coupe roadster into global markets in the coming years.

smart Dakar's really tested

Munich - The car is dubbed smart Dakar. Due to usage rules set the weight of smart Dakar is now only 750 kg and uses a 4x4 wheel drive.

Overall not much different from other dakar rally car. But look more quirky and interesting because of its tiny.

Later, Smart Dakar will be ready to fight with other dakar cars on January 5, 2013 in Lima, Peru, and ending January 20, 2013 in Santiago, Chile.

Maybe you often see on the street that the smart fortwo is a small car with 2 passengers. With a cute look will add fun if used to round the corners of the city.

Well, but what if 'the little' this is turning into a car to conquer the Dakar Rally malignant huh? No need to imagine too far, the evidence is there. Team Dakar rider Feber as reported by autoblog, Monday (31/12/2012) managed to make a smart fortwo car ready to hit the field is quite challenging rally.

Cadillac Series 75 models in 1955 come to auction

Washington - For the lovers of classic cars, used cars a president certainly has its place in the ranks of the collection. And now, a car that was once used by the U.S. President, Eisenhower would soon be auctioned.

Reported carbuzz, Friday (28/12/2012) that car is Cadillac Series 75 models in 1955. This car will be auctioned in Arizona next month.

Since this is one of the presidential car, the White House made ​​it special. When it closes, the car is used more often Eisenhower's wife, Mamie Eisenhower.

This car is actually an Imperial eight-passenger sedan that was later modified for the task that country.

In addition to stained glass, the radio compartment behind the radio, heater and air conditioning car is also equipped with a rear roof section of the Series 62 Coupe de Ville and sunroof used to come out to the car as the parade made​​.

After Eisenhower, the car continued to be used by the White House and then replace it with a Lincoln Continental that made Kennedy was shot.

Earlier, after Eisenhower down, the U.S. government has rejected the request of General Motors produces cars for display at the Washington Auto Show in 1958.

But then, the U.S. government sold to French collector, Olivier Delafon, who then sell it to the current owner in Europe in 2006.

Currently, the car is expected to sell between $ 120000-150000 auctioned.

Can Dog drive a car?

Auckland -  Can Dogs drive a car? it's impossible to think of this. however, it can happens. wow, superb!

One of the dogs are now able to drive it was handed over by owners who felt the dog could not be arranged. But now, Monty, the name of the dog, has learned to move teeth and even rotate the steering wheel.

Of course, the dogs are always supervised by experts every time. So you do not try to experiment with your dogs huh?


 If trained properly, dogs can obey human commands. Even to drive the car though! Wonderful!

A charity in the New Zealand middle rescue dogs are taught to show that dogs can be trained. They want people to adopt stray dogs.

Reported by the BBC, Thursday (06/12/2012) there are 3 dogs are being trained to drive the Monty. Ginny and Porter.

best-selling mid-size sedan doesn't mean the safest sedan

LOS ANGELES - best-selling mid-size sedan doesn't mean the safest sedan. It'true because any different point of view can be unveiled before buying their car.

Actually, the U.S. government just standardize a simulated frontal collision between two vehicles. But do some tests IIHS crash, as many accidents are not only a frontal collision which could cause serious injury and death to passengers.


Toyota Camry and Prius V get the lowest ratings in crash tests conducted Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) or the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety in the U.S..
 
This result is quite sad considering the Toyota Camry is one of the best-selling mid-size sedan in the United States. However, in crash tests conducted at 13 mid-size sedan, the Camry and the Prius V nights got very few points.
 
According to IIHS crash tests performed at different angles of the models. Crash simulation is done by colliding with another car, hit a pole or a collision with a tree.
 
Score the test results obtained by a pretty good competitor of Camry Honda Accord and the Suzuki Kizashi.
 
"With the results of the new tests done, we will respond to these challenges. We are evaluating new testing protocol is more appropriate," said Brian Lyons, a Toyota spokesman, as reported by Inautonews.

new Italian model of motocross helmet

MILAN - new Italian model of motocross helmet has been released.   The design of this italian helmet is similar to the model of motocross helmet chin with the tip of a longer taper combined cap. The graphics are presented not so much, Givi just give a little touch of red  line as one of his trademark.

This helmet also has adopted a double visor. Not only the main glass but there is also a dark glass on the inside. This model is offered in two colors namely black and white doff.

Interestingly, this helmet is very easy in terms of maintenance. Adopted hypoallergenic foam is removable making it easier for you when you want to wash it because it adopted a system of micrometric cover.

To note, the glass has been coated with anti-scratch and Pinlock application even easier for you in the installation of replacement glass. Regarding the price, Givi x.01 Wealth Tourer is priced 200 euros.

Manufacturer of accessories from Italy, Givi, introduced the model helmets for the dubbed x.01 Tourer. Helmet brand-new plan began to be marketed in February 2013.

Reported by autoevolution, Friday (28/12/2012) Givi x.01 Tourer brings the model fullface which can also be half-face or commonly called by Flip Up. Models such as this will certainly further enhance comfort while driving because you can be more flexible.

Too much cost for car crime

Too much cost for car crime and it's unique. According to Detective Police Car Theft in San Diego, Andrew Spear, an attorney representing the thief called police to say his client had stopped paying the rent garage.

According to his lawyer, the thief was a new immigrant when it comes from Ireland.

In 1983, the cost of rental car storage was 50 dollars per month. But over the course of time rose to 300 U.S. dollars so the thief then stopped paying.

The car was then submitted to an insurance company that has been given compensation for loss of car dealer vehicles in 1989. The company's fix red Corvette and then sell it.

The car buyer then sells it to Corky Rice, car dealer in Sherman Oaks - who sell them on eBay at a price of U.S. $ 39,741, slightly above the price in 1989.

A thief who made ​​off with a Chevrolet Corvette in San Diego, USA, in 1989 reported the crimes to the police as stolen goods that made ​​him a lot of money.

He recently reported the crimes to the police because it keeps the car actually made him have to reach very deep pockets, so Busines Insider reports.

According to the LA Times, after saving a red Corvette for 23 years the thief must pay a deposit up to U.S. $ 70,000 or about Rp676, 9 million.

Stolen car that had been stored for over two decades was almost never driven. When police took the car out of storage, they found the only luxury car odometer records the number 67 mi, all the tires deflated, and the inside still smells new car.

The thief did not face lawsuits for cooperating with the police.

so far his new team welcoming approach

Gobmeier, who joined BMW Ducati Superbike program, said that so far his new team welcoming approach.

"What I found was that everyone in the company is very positive about the changes and ideas that I have had to work together in a way that is hopefully much more efficient, and so far there is a very good reaction to it," he said.


Ducati team's new boss, Bernhard Gobmeier, claims to have follow what the complaint Valentino Rossi during the two seasons into this squad. According to "The Doctor", poor communication become an obstacle in MotoGP squad.

Rossi was unable to carry out their duties well for defending Ducati. In fact, he's the worst record of his career at grand prix event, because I never win. This is what made the seven-time MotoGP world champion was decided to re-join the Yamaha.


We know from your letters and online communication, which is always a complaint Valentino, that there are some drawbacks. We have discussed this and have found a way to fix this for next season.

- Bernhard Gobmeier

Italian rider was frustrated because his efforts to develop a competitive bike Ducati failed to materialize.

In the Press Wrooom event in Italy, Gobmeier said that he understands why Rossi was no connection between the rider, team racing, and factories.

"One thing I noticed, and this is something we've solved immediately. I believe communication between what happens on the track between the rider, the team is on track, and factories, should be improved," said Gobmeier, as quoted from Autosport, Wednesday (16/01/2013).

"We have learned through your papers and online communication, which is always a complaint Valentino, that there are some drawbacks.

"We have discussed this and we have found a way to fix this for next season."

Delica sold with variant D 2, D 3, and D 5

 In Japan, the Delica sold with variant D: 2, D: 3, and D: 5. Most cheap, D: 2, was launched in Japan in March 2011. Typically, two types of sliding rear side doors with adjustable seat positions. MPV uses a 1.2-liter petrol engine 91 PS with torque of 118 Nm. On it was D: 3 with a figure similar to Nissan EVALIA, uses a 1.6-liter DOHC 16-valve and 4-speed automatic transmission.

The D: 5 rely on 2.4-liter engine with DOHC 16 valve MIVEC INVECS-III CVT transmission 6-speed. MPV is also equipped with paddle shifters and use the entire motion system aka 4WD wheel.

MPV is a very popular type of vehicle. More and more manufacturers supplying these types, ranging from cheap to luxury. Lastly, who began writhing is medium or medium segment.

Mitsubishi, one of the producers who have medium MPV market

208 Rallye's distributed by Clara Automobile in limited edition

Le Mans, -  For a while, the numbers of  208 Rallye are still limited. The price announced in the near future. Reportedly, this car is quite a lot of interest, not only of France, but to Spain. If the white variant is a success, will release a model of black  Clara Rallye Automobile .

To tempt enthusiasts at the end of the year, Peugeot through one of the authorized dealers in the town of Le Mans handed 208 Rallye. The model went on sale  in early 2013 to continue the 206 and 207. Despite carrying the feel of a rally, this car still accelerated in the street legal. Understandably, he was not as extreme as the real rally car.

This variant was added a few trinkets to make racing style, including eliminating headrest, armrest, to the center console. In order to rally the thick taste, soundproof coating reduced. The goal, the roar of engines could be heard users.

Outside mounted sticker small lines attached to the three colors on the door. Rims are replaced with a special edition silver rally. Another little touch is the fog lights and bumper.

Descended from Feline Peugeot 208 156 THP, 208 Rallye uses engine 1600 cc, turbocharged 4-cylinder that produces 156 PS. With real cheating rally version, this model is expected to hold Peugeot enthusiasts, especially lovers rally.

Chevrolet Cruze WTCC edition looks powerful

BEIJING -In China, Chevrolet Cruze WTCC released with a tag of 123,900 yuan looks powerful.

 Might the Chevrolet Cruze in the World Touring Car Championship (WTCC) no doubt. The success of the U.S. manufacturer that used to make the Cruze WTCC version of the mass.

Reported CarNewsChina, Friday (12/28/2012) Chevolet Cruze WTCC edition is devoted to the China market. As is known, a car with a special edition model so popular in the Bamboo Curtain country.

His name is also a particular model, it looks even slightly different than the standard version. In terms of graphics, special graphics dimengusung Cruze WTCC is thick with the world of racing.

In addition this model gets a new body kit like the front and rear bumpers and side skirts. While there is no change in the sector at all. Cruze is offered in two engine options namely 1.6 liter and 1.8 liter.

Cruze 1.6-liter engine capable of producing 115 bhp and 150 Nm of torque. While mechanical heart capable of blowing power 1.8 liter 145 bhp with 177 Nm of torque.

TRANSMISI9-speed ZF is assumed as the final limit

 TRANSMISI9-speed ZF is assumed as the final. It's justified by several outstanding mechanics.

 By 2013, the company will begin making 9-speed gearbox in the United States, and they expect an increase in sales for the Chrysler Group will adopt this technology in the models with high sales volume.

This new gearbox technology is claimed to provide improved fuel efficiency by 16 percent compared with the 6-speed transmission models.

Although there is a 'natural limit' that has been mentioned by Sommer, in the next few years we'll see a 10-speed gearbox. Because Hyundai has said it was expanding. Coupled with the cooperation between GM and Ford that will create 9-speed automatic transmission and a 10-speed.

TRANSMISI9-speed ZF described by CEO Stefan Sommer as 'natural limits' because by adding one more gear will increase the complexity and weight of juftru not benefit in terms of fuel efficiency.

In an interview with Automobilwoche, Sommer said that no limiting to add one more gear, but you have to consider the law of diminishing returns. if the result is so, is the addition of teeth to be reasonable?
 
Three years ago began making ZF 8-speed gearbox are designed for cars and light trucks that run parallel machines. ZF said the 8-speed transmission can improve fuel efficiency by as much as 11 percent compared with 6-speed transmission.

Etherea concept model will be launched at 2015

London,  - Parties of Infiniti claims will rely on a new model developed Etherea concept model with a target launch of 2015. This compact car will be assembled at the factory Sunderland, England, and will compete with rivals Audi A3 or BMW 1-Series. Renault-Nissan is preparing a £ 250 million investment to increase production including assembling Infiniti of 60,000 units per year.

Infiniti has revised down its sales in Europe due to the debt crisis. President Johan de Nysschen European Infiniti admit, it's hard to be sold 100,000 units in 2016. "There is no definite line can be held to achieve the volume that much. We have to recalculate the target is more plausible," commented Nysschen told Auto News Europe (12/27/2012).

Previously, Carlos Ghosn, Renault-Nissan boss also expressed first target of 100,000 units in 2016 to rely on the market in Russia and Turkey. Being last year in the European market Infiniti peg number 12 500 units. The number of targets is part of the ambition to pursue Ghosn Infiniti global sales of 500,000 units in 2016 from 146,000 units last year only.