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1/26/13
Beetle plays Fender Guitars
LONDON - Did Beetle play Fender Guitars? wow, check it out.
Power of Volkswagen Beetle Fender Edition comes exclusively from a capacity of 2.0-liter TDI engine. Machines capable of producing total output reaches 138 horsepower. This machine unit combined with six-speed manual transmission as standard, and the optional DSG transmission.
Volkswagen will introduce a variant of the Beetle Fender Edition. The plan, VW Beetle Fender Edition will be available in the UK in January 2013.
Previously, VW Beetle Fender Edition had already been present in the United States last November. Volkswagen Beetle Fender Edition is now ready to greet the country with the right steering, England.
As reported Inautonews, Volkswagen Beetle Fender Edition will be available in the UK in January 2013. The model was given a starting tag of 23,015 pounds (Rp361, 2 million) for the manual model. As for the DSG models, additional dibari Pounds 1595 prices.
Volkswagen Beetle Fender Edition can begin to take home consumers in late January, or shortly after launch.
Volkswagen Beetle Fender edition is given a color pearlescent black and Fender emblem. The exterior has been using a rear spoiler and alloy wheels with size 18 inches.
What is interesting is that the car audio system with a 400 watt subwoofer already. Two-zone air conditioning system, leather trim layers and bi-xenon headlights.
new exhaust system make it more sporty
ZURICH - Top speed of 2013 BMW X6 that can be noted up of only 209 km / h (130 mph) to 264 km / h (164 mph). Therefore, To change the exterior, a new exhaust system of Sportec give a more sporty, with a carbon fiber material. A set of OZ alloy wheels measuring 20-inch lightweight.
As reported Inautonews, Tuesday (01/01/2013), BMW X6 gets change by setting reset ECU (Engine Control Unit), changes in the airways, and a minor increase in diesel six-cylinder inline engine with a capacity of 3.0 liters.
Thanks to these changes, the BMW X6 has a total output reaches 370 horsepower (276 kW) and peak torque of 749 Nm (553 lb-ft). The default rate only to 300 HP (223 kW) and torque of 406 Nm (300 lb-ft).
Sportec claims, the German SUV is able to record the acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in just 5.4 seconds. This figure rose 1.1 seconds compared to the standard version.
Modified, concept, and race car of Nissan come to 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon
Yokohama, - Modified, concept, and race car of Nissan come to 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon. And it look this event will attract more visitors.
Concept car, shown Juke and Note Personalization Concept, comes with a bandage-style graphics and funny!.
Nissan set up a series of models that will be on display at the Tokyo Auto Salon on January 11 to 13, 2013. In accordance with the theme of the exhibition, all models (10 units) is a car with a mixture of characters, namely racing, modification and concepts.
For a race car, there Motul Autech GT-R has ever won three of eight races in the GT500 class of the Super GT Series 2012. Also there is the GT-R Nismo GT3 being assembled according to FIA regulations all racing around the world including the Super GT, Super Taikyu and the British GT Championship. Not to forget DelltaWing, prepared for the 24-hour endurance race of Le Mans.
Create modification, Juke Nismo was launched last month, the Leaf Nismo gets extra kit to be more aerodynamic body. Others, Fairlady Z Nismo built specifically to take race one brand, Z-Challenge, NV350 Caravan Rider Tranporter and Note Rider.
Concept car, shown Juke and Note Personalization Concept, comes with a bandage-style graphics and funny!.
Nissan set up a series of models that will be on display at the Tokyo Auto Salon on January 11 to 13, 2013. In accordance with the theme of the exhibition, all models (10 units) is a car with a mixture of characters, namely racing, modification and concepts.
For a race car, there Motul Autech GT-R has ever won three of eight races in the GT500 class of the Super GT Series 2012. Also there is the GT-R Nismo GT3 being assembled according to FIA regulations all racing around the world including the Super GT, Super Taikyu and the British GT Championship. Not to forget DelltaWing, prepared for the 24-hour endurance race of Le Mans.
Create modification, Juke Nismo was launched last month, the Leaf Nismo gets extra kit to be more aerodynamic body. Others, Fairlady Z Nismo built specifically to take race one brand, Z-Challenge, NV350 Caravan Rider Tranporter and Note Rider.
3 Ferrari Classic cars and two other car brands become the best auction
3 Ferrari Classic cars and two other car brands become the best auction. From five classic cars, three of which are Ferrari. Ford and the rest are representatives of Germany, Mercedes-Benz. And here are five of the best retro car auctions occurred throughout 2012
CARS Classic always has its own charm, especially in the eyes of collectors. Throughout 2012 and at least five best classic car auction, the average price per car reached USD10 million.
Ferrari 410 Berlinetta S 1955
Number five was the Ferrari 410 Berlinetta S alerts, 1955, sold for home USD8.250.000 Monterey auction in August.
There are many who target when declared Ferrari 410 S Berlinetta was auctioned. Berlinetta Scaglietti is reinforced large engine 4.9 liter V12 Superamerica with a total power of 340 horsepower.
But unfortunately not very successful presence at the time of the decade and eventually produced limited. Now the rare Ferrari was already in the hands of a classic car collector.
Mercedes-Benz 540K Special Roadster 1936
Mercedes-Benz 540K Special Roadster 1936, sold for USD11.770.000. Through the auction process is quite lengthy, Special Roadster is Mercedes-Benz's most expensive in history.
540K Special Roadster is Mercedes-Benz's highest achievement both technically or luxury. Assembled exclusively by only 26 units.
First time sliding sold USD12.000 (or if calculated today about USD187.000 today). until now known only remaining three units, from 26 units produced.
Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spyder 1962
Number four is the Ferrari of the Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spyder 1962. This old car was sold for USD8.580.000, at Monterey in August 2012.
Hailed as one of the 100 units of the model were produced between 1958 to 1963. This is the short wheelbase version with lights closed.
Designed by Pininfarina, the California Spyder convertible is arguably the most sought-after in the world.
Ford GT40 Gulf / Mirage Coupe 1968
The third position was the Ford GT40 Gulf / Mirage Coupe. Sold for USD11.000.000 in Monterey and is still in August.
GT40 is a car built by Ford to beat Ferrari at the European sports car racing. GT40 has a Ferrari DNA, and a fairly high price memilili his day.
Used as a carrier car camera for Steve McQueen movie "Le Mans". And won the race at Spa in 1967. This is also the first win for Ford in racing prestigious.
Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spyder Competizione 1960
Second place Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spyder Competizione. Sold for USD11.275.000, in Gooding Monterey.
California Spyder is very rare models. Retro sports car with a long wheelbase, built by Scaglietti with TR engine. Body uses the old style with covered headlights.
Produced only nine times for racing competition. LWB California Spyder sold a collector M. Sherman Wolf who already have it since 1979. The car was last sold to the public in 1962.
New features look more trendy
London - Refresher clearly visible on chrome rims that look more trendy. Do not stop there, for a given foglamp touch also adds to the impression of luxury. Further changes were also seen in the rearview mirror and the door with a touch of chrome.
With a carrying capacity of 1.33 Liter petrol engine with 6 speed manual and automatic. Yaris in the UK was ready to be released on 14570-15570 pounds
in Japan and other countries, the Yaris has experienced a change of design.
In the UK for example, the first time since arriving in the UK since 2011, in 2013, Toyota gives refreshment to seduce their lovers.
Toyota did not change the engine driving the new Yaris this time. But certainly the Toyota Yaris in the UK this time there will be more new features, in addition to a more elegant design, of course.
1/25/13
New Roadster from Germany will be a serious opponent for the Mazda MX-5
BERLIN-New Roadster form Germany, BMW Z2 Roadster will be a serious opponent for the Mazda MX-5. And Z2 Roadster will be placed under variants of the BMW Z4.
Rumors are circulating, Z2 Roadster is supported by a conventional engine, with dimensions of length 4000 mm, width 1700 mm, height 1250 mm. Details of the BMW Z2 Roadster complete is still very limited and will be officially announced in the next.
BMW roadster will spawn new variants as Z2. German manufacturer is going membanderol Z2 Roadster with a price not too high.
BMW Z2 be the first model that worked together with BMW MINI. BMW Z2 Roadster smaller, designed using UKL1 base. Z2 Roadster will adopt front-wheel drive configuration, and optional all-wheel drive system.
BMW Z2 Roadster will be marketed at a price of 15,000 pounds, or only approximately Rp235 million.
"We are considering a car like the Z3 model produced in mid-1996 and 2002. Mobil will be present at a relatively cheaper and with lower production costs," said an official BMW as reported in Inautonews (01/12/2013 ).
What does it happen to Toyota FJ Cruiser?
Riyadh -What does it happen to Toyota FJ Cruiser? Surely, it's about The desert sand in the Middle East is often used as a place for driving SUV. Exciting indeed, as he had experienced some time ago.
In the sand, the car will be floated alone, especially when scour sand cliffs are steep.
But for riders Toyota FJ Cruiser, the joy turned into sorrow seems.
From a video that appeared on YouTube, showing the condition of Japanese car upside down.
Initially, Toyota FJ Cruiser speeding. however, when facing slope, it seems the driver is pushing gas pedal deeply. The car continued to drive up flying and landed with a bumper first.
Motorists seem unaware if the track in front of him is a derivative steep. As a result the car was rolled.
small engines will be presented in partnership of General Motor and the PSA Peugeot-Citroen
Detroit, - small engines will be presented in partnership of General Motor and the PSA Peugeot-Citroen. It can empower both manufactures to face global automotive competition.
Some manufacturers have introduced small engines, including Ford's EcoBoost (1.0 liters) for the Fiesta. While in Asia, a small engine was used by Nissan in March, Mitsubishi Mirage and memalui Honda Brio. In Japanese kei car with a 660 engine cc sales continues to grow ..
Because there is development, GM has not released a model that will be using the machine. Reportedly Chevrolet Spark and Sonic (Aveo here) is the largest and most logical candidate.
General Motors announced a partnership with PSA Peugeot-Citroen to develop a new generation of small capacity engines. This is a revision of preliminary approval, develop a great car for the European market. 3 cylinder engine would be used on a small car with a capacity of 1.0 and 1.2 liters for the U.S. market.
Some manufacturers have introduced small engines, including Ford's EcoBoost (1.0 liters) for the Fiesta. While in Asia, a small engine was used by Nissan in March, Mitsubishi Mirage and memalui Honda Brio. In Japanese kei car with a 660 engine cc sales continues to grow ..
Because there is development, GM has not released a model that will be using the machine. Reportedly Chevrolet Spark and Sonic (Aveo here) is the largest and most logical candidate.
General Motors announced a partnership with PSA Peugeot-Citroen to develop a new generation of small capacity engines. This is a revision of preliminary approval, develop a great car for the European market. 3 cylinder engine would be used on a small car with a capacity of 1.0 and 1.2 liters for the U.S. market.
Recalling XL7 due to the fuel pump
CALIFORNIA -Suzuki XL7 owner will be notified by Suzuki authorized dealers, authorized to come to the workshop and the replacement of a defective fuel pump. Inspection and replacement parts free of charge.
Suzuki XL7 is affected by this recall of variants ranging from June 13, 2006 until December 22, 2006. Populations most in Arizona, California, Nevada and Texas.
Suzuki announced the recall (recall) on a variant XL7 in the United States. Recall was conducted after the discovery of a problem with the fuel pump.
As reported by Inautonews, Tuesday (01/01/2013), the National Institute of Highway Traffic Safety (NHTSA), asking the United States to withdraw Suzuki 2830 XL7 unit.
NHTSA said there is a problem in the fuel pump of Suzuki XL7. These problems can create a rift in the plastic fuel pump.
If cracking occurs, it will result in a fuel leak. This is potentially a fire, if there is a spark in the engine.
Ford Fiesta sedan will compete to Peugeot 201 or the Mazda2 sedan
DETROIT - When marketed in Asia, Ford Fiesta sedan will meet new opponents such as the Peugeot 201 or the Mazda2 sedan.
Fiesta sedan comes with a choice of petrol engines with a 1.5 liter Duratec Ti-CVT. This machine is capable of producing total output to 110 horsepower and torque of 140 Nm.
Another is TDCi diesel engines, with power of 91 HP and a torque of 204 Nm. The diesel engine is only drink five liters of fuel for 100 km penetrate.
U.S. car manufacturer, Ford will release a variant Fiesta sedan models in Asian automotive market.
The latest generation of the Ford Fiesta is indeed reap success in the European market, and Ford intends repeat success in Asia. Ford Fiesta sedan will also assess welcome in Asia.
Asian automotive market itself is still popular with the hatchback version of the Fiesta variants in recent years. Ford will try testing the Fiesta sedan variants with a third generation body design, which has a larger size and length.
Fiesta sedan comes with a choice of petrol engines with a 1.5 liter Duratec Ti-CVT. This machine is capable of producing total output to 110 horsepower and torque of 140 Nm.
Another is TDCi diesel engines, with power of 91 HP and a torque of 204 Nm. The diesel engine is only drink five liters of fuel for 100 km penetrate.
U.S. car manufacturer, Ford will release a variant Fiesta sedan models in Asian automotive market.
The latest generation of the Ford Fiesta is indeed reap success in the European market, and Ford intends repeat success in Asia. Ford Fiesta sedan will also assess welcome in Asia.
Asian automotive market itself is still popular with the hatchback version of the Fiesta variants in recent years. Ford will try testing the Fiesta sedan variants with a third generation body design, which has a larger size and length.
Purely admire two concept models of Wagon
TOKYO -I admire two concept models of Wagon released by Suzuki. The first concept is called by Suzuki Wagon RR with a sporty appearance. The addition of an aerodynamic body kit, new bumpers, side skirts that make it seem flat.
Its appearance is enhanced with the rear lights and black smoke bandage stickers. Also lowered the car's suspension.
Whereas the second model of the concept is Suzuki Wagon R Stingray Custom. The suspension's also decreased, plus the use of a body kit with a front spoiler, side skirts and a new rear bumper front.
They look more special with a set of alloy wheels, LED lights are already models and dual exhaust.
Suzuki will bring two concept models of Suzuki Wagon R at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2013, January. Overview of the model concept is similar to the old Karimun the front face like APV.
1/24/13
Toyota 86 sports car is ready for display at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2013
Tokyo - Toyota 86 sports car is ready for display at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2013 a few days.
your sports car lovers Hachi Roku commonly called Toyota 86 should be prepared and firmer in the seat belt. Because sports car is ready to transform into a 2.0-liter direct-injection supercharger.
As reported by the automobile, Friday (01/04/2012) car is modified with cold hands Gazoo Racing, which became official motorsport partner Toyota.
Gazoo ready to put a supercharged that can further accelerate this Japanese sports car. So the change in engine performance modifications were an option this time.
Previous Toyota 86 is only capable of spraying power up to 197 horsepower (hp), and has the torque to 151 lb-ft. However, this time predicted Gazoo Toyota 86 works this time will be changed to have the power to 320 hp and has a torque of up to 310 lb-ft.
Furthermore, the concept car Gazoo work this time also will be fresher, compared concept Gazoo GRMN Sports FR works for Toyota 86 at 2012 yesterday. With changes in the exterior and interior.
In the interior the changes evident in the wider wings, and changes to the front and rear bumpers.
main rival of the Corvette ZR1
DETROIT-SRT Viper 2013 is the most expensive car ever produced by Chrysler. However, the sports car is still cheaper than its main rival the Corvette ZR1. Indeed, SRT Viper sold USD97.395.
Viper the Snake Desert uses a V10 engine with a capacity of 8.4 liter engine under the bonnet embedded. The machine is able to catapult power of 640 horsepower and 600 lb-ft of torque.
Chrysler Group held a ceremony to celebrate the 2013 Viper SRT first shipment to customers who first bought.
SRT Viper 2013 is the latest variant of a sports sedan that Chrysler Group was born. Viper's status as a supercar with a large capacity engine, which of course has massive power.
Celebrations delivery of the first unit of the SRT Viper is done at Conner Assembly plant in Detroit, by inviting the first owner of the Viper.
Is a man from the United States named Scott Thomas, who officially received the keys supercar. Thomas won the auction held to the highest bidder SRT Viper, with a bid of USD300 thousand.
Thomas finally crowned as the first owner bought it for USD300 thousand Viper.
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