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2/1/13
boosting sales of Vespa LX125 scooter
PUNE - For your information, the Vespa LX125 armed with machine LEADER 4-Tak, single cylinder, 2 valve 124cc capacity. Mechanical heart was capable of producing power up to 7.4 kW with peak torque of 9.1 Nm.
Piaggio Vespa real big name does not guarantee success in the Indian market its products. It is seen from the lack of sales of Vespa LX125 scooter in the land of Hindustan.
Reported by Autocar India, Friday (11/01/2013) in the last eight months, only selling Piaggio Vespa LX125 25 thousand. While total sales of scooters in India for 2012 reached 2.5 million units.
To attract more buyers, Piaggio India was forced to cut the price of the Vespa LX125. This method is expected to boost sales of Piaggio in India.
To note, the Vespa LX125 previously removed at 74,590 rupees. To model this year the prices offered 68,827 rupee.
Who is the unofficial King of Road/street?
Brussels - Who is the unofficial King of Road? What we are thinking of related question? Probably we assume the question related to motorcycle gang. Am I right.
European security police, Europol warned of potential war between the motorcycle gang who were fighting over territory. Motorcycle gang war that could have happened at any time.
Europol as reported by the Mirror, said the criminal motorcycle gangs from America, Canada and Australia have landed in Europe, with weapons and grenades.
Bike gangs like Comancheros and Rebels from Australia, Rock Machine from Canada, and the Mongols and the Vagos of America. Their arrival in Europe is increasing friction with motorcycle gangs in Europe.
Gangs rumored to have started recruiting militants, the hooligans, and former military, even though they do not have a driver's license or no bike at all.
Europol to ask the police in the UK to monitor the movement of these motorcycle gangs. They fear a biker wars in the 1990s that resulted in 12 people dead and about 100 injured.
One of the gang violence in the European public is sticking in the deaths of members of Hells Angel Gerry Tobin who died at the hands of members of The Outlaws.
He was shot dead while riding his Harley-Davidson in 2007.
See also 10 Most Dangerous Motorcycle Gang in the World.
large motorcycle gang (Motorcycle Club / MC) in some countries often identified with acts of criminal behavior. Some of them are even known quite cruel. Geng anywhere?
From various sources compiled by AFP, at least 50 motorcycle gang in the world. They are scattered in some areas, but mostly in the United States.
Here are 10 most dangerous motorcycle gang in the world of international men's magazine Ask-Men, Tuesday (07/17/2012):
Hells Angels MC
The gang is probably the most famous big motor in the world. Not only because of the number of members spread throughout the universe, until the criminal cases committed by the followers.
Based in Fontana, California, USA, is a manufacturer of drug gangs, involved in the assault, extortion, murder, money laundering and motorcycle theft.
Hells Angels members spread across nearly 27 countries and is touted as the most threatening criminals on six continents. Members enrolled to 4,000 people.
Hells Angels gang also one that has quite a lot of enemies. But they were much affiliated with other gangs because they feel there are enough members.
Abutre's Moto Clube
Motorcycle gang was formed in Brazil. Their criminal activity by police records are drug distribution, assault and prostitution. Name Abutre when interpreted meaningfully vultures.
In the records Wikipedia, motorcycle gang was formed 20 years ago and continues to grow until now. Their membership spread to neighboring countries in Argentina, even to Spain, Japan and the United States. In these countries they call themselves Vultures.
The Rebels MC
Motorcycle gang who was born in Australia is famous for its variety of criminal records. They were allegedly involved in armed violence, drugs, smuggling, tax evasion, assault, to money laundering.
The latest data, there are 2,000 members of the Rebels MC are spread across 70 of the country kangaroos. They moved around a lot while running criminal activity.
The Rebels are the enemy bebubuyutan Bandidos gang. Not a few lives are falling apart as the two groups fought.
Solo Angeles Club De Motocicletas
Motorcycle gang based in Tijuana, Mexico's, formed in the 1960s. They are a large motorcycle gang active in the United States and Mexico border.
Many crimes committed by members of the motorcycle gang was smuggling arms, drugs and humans. Not a few cases of murder and prostitution are also produced by this motorcycle gang.
Solo Angeles motorcycle gang affiliated with the Hells Angels and other heinous the Mongols.
Sons of Silence MC
Motorcycle gang is headquartered in Colorado, USA. Criminal activity they are about the same as other motorcycle gangs, namely murder, assault, drugs, prostitution, money laundering and arms smuggling.
FBI puts this motorcycle gang as the five most dangerous gangs in the United States. Their membership spread across 12 states. Even in Germany, this gang is growing.
Not a few who associate them with the Nazis. Acts of cruelty they had filmed in a television show called Gangland.
Vagos MC or Green Nation
MC or Vagos motorcycle gang known as the Green Nation is headquartered in San Bernardino, California, United States. They formed since the 1960's and continue to spread its membership to Mexico.
Currently, they are members there were 300 people. Some of the members are having a problem with a variety of criminal cases such as drug trafficking, guns, murder, theft, witness intimidation, prostitution, rape and kidnapping.
Motorcycle gang was the target of the FBI and ATF, two law enforcement agencies in the United States. Vagos is also known as a green nation, not because he cared about the environment, but because of the green color of their organization.
Warlcoks MC
Based in Pennsylvania, USA, has recorded Warlocks motorcycle gang member to 100 people. They are involved in various crimes, ranging from drug, money laundering and prostitution.
Motorcycle gang is quite exclusive because it did not want too many recruits. They only filled by white people.
The gang is known for its motto: "To find us you must be great, to catch us you have to be quick, to beat us you must be kidding."
Formed in San Leon, Texas, United States, these gangs are involved in drug cases, not only distribute but also manufacture illicit goods. They are also heavily involved in the case of weapons, money laundering, and murder.
Since 1960, the Bandidos gang always wear their trademark emblem, the gunman who wear distinctive hats Mexico.
"To hell with the world. Prohibited We are hanging by your parents," as their motto.
Currently, the Bandidos have a membership of 2,500 people spread across 14 countries and 4 continents. They are the sworn enemy of Hells Angels gang.
Outlaws MC
As the name implies, a motorcycle gang based in McCook, Illinois, United States of America is quite often involved in cases of violations of the law. They are thought to be a drug manufacturer, bombing, bribery, murder, intimidation, kidnapping, money laundering to robbery.
Another name for this is gang AOA or the American Outlaws Association. Since its founding in the 1930s, the gang has a membership of 1,700 people spread across 176 regions in the U.S. and 12 other countries.
The U.S. law enforcement gang categorize this as the most dangerous gang in the Midewast.
Mongols MC
This is a bike gang leader whose cruelty inspired by Mongolia, Genghis Khan. Established since the 1970's, the gang was composed of 600 people, spread across the United States.
Activities criminal gang based in California, USA, consists of drug distribution, money laundering, robbery, extortion, murder, assault and intimidation.
ATF, the U.S. anti-drug law enforcement agencies assess motorcycle gang is a gang of the most vile and dangerous in the U.S.. They allied with the Bandidos, Outlaws, Sons of Silence, and hostile to the Hells Angels.
Reevu's camera in helmet
London, - To get camera in helmet, it must be ordered online through the official website at reevu.com. It's available for several color options and sold at prices starting at 300 euros.
Reevu, released a camera-equipped helmet back to the type of MSX-1. As a result, the driver can monitor conditions such as using the mirror behind the middle of the car.
The picture shown above was captured on camera inside the visor. Claimed not reduce the concentration of the driver. Explained, helmets have passed the test of safety and security DOT and ECE, but not sold to the public.
the new platform of UKL1
Autocar proclaim that this car is one of 23 new BMW and MINI cars that will use the new platform of UKL1 which will be out in 2014.
In this car there is a 2.0-liter aluminum engine. Which already has a turbocharged engine is said to be capable of spraying power up to 300 bhp.
For the price, the car is inspired by the BMW Z3 BMW officials will have the cheapest price among the family of BMW Z.
Although berpenggarak front wheel, BMW promises that the car will be presenting the sensation of driving the same cars rear wheel.
Competition among global automakers increasingly stringent. This makes the BMW wants to continue to innovate and now BMW is reportedly preparing a new roadster that they berinama BMW Z2.
Roadster that will carry the drive system front-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive sports car that will be in-class entry-level BMW.
In this car there is a 2.0-liter aluminum engine. Which already has a turbocharged engine is said to be capable of spraying power up to 300 bhp.
For the price, the car is inspired by the BMW Z3 BMW officials will have the cheapest price among the family of BMW Z.
Although berpenggarak front wheel, BMW promises that the car will be presenting the sensation of driving the same cars rear wheel.
Competition among global automakers increasingly stringent. This makes the BMW wants to continue to innovate and now BMW is reportedly preparing a new roadster that they berinama BMW Z2.
Roadster that will carry the drive system front-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive sports car that will be in-class entry-level BMW.
Best-selling models in the international market in 2012
SEOUL-Best-selling models in the international market in 2012 is in the B-segment Rio with sales of 466,826 units. KIA Sportage compact CUV segment in the C-segment Cerato and known as Forte sold 359,742 units and 352,226 units.
Optima which is a mid-size sedan in fourth position with 259,551 unit rate. While Sorento SUV segment occupies the fifth position with sales of 219,154 units.
"2012 was an important period of growth for the KIA, and the growth of new products KIA will continue in 2013, in which Kia will begin production of the next generation including eight variations on the body style to upgrade to the product all-new Carens and Soul, as well as the latest version of Optima , Sportage, and Rio, "said Thomas Oh, Executive Vice President & COO of Kia Motors Corporation.
Kia Motors Corporation today announced global car sales by the number of 2,710,017 units. This makes KIA automotive industry as one of the world's most rapid growth.
KIA annual sales reaching an increase of 9.3 percent and a record annual sales history for the first time with the achievement of a total of more than 2.7 million units.
In Europe, Kia posted sales reached 571,033 units, up 19.5 percent. In North America able to sell 635,399 units, up 15.4 percent. In China able to sell 512,167 units, up 11 percent. And through the general market sold 509,358 units, up 2.7 percent.
During the month of December 2012, the increase in sales achieved in Europe, China and South Korea on its own soil.
1/31/13
V12 engine with a capacity of 6.3 liters
MARANELLO-This year, Ferrari will introduce a successor to the iconic, Enzo, named F150. F15o Ferrari will use a V12 engine with a capacity of 6.3 liters. Machines capable of producing more than 750 horsepower (559 kW), and powered by an electric motor with a power 100 HP (74 kW) and torque of 270 Nm (200 lb-ft).
Ferrari F150 plan will be officially in the event the Geneva Motor Show 2013, March.
Ferrari's status as a manufacturer of luxury sports cars with an exorbitant price tag. Status will be retained kendato Ferrari automotive trend world is leaning toward a sports car with a small engine and low prices.
The trend is seen in the increased sales of sedans, SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) and the entry-level car. Almost all major car manufacturers in the world could certainly have one of those variants.
Major competitors such as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche or Aston Martin is currently also playing in the SUV class or model at a bargain price. But Ferrari did not have a plan.
The number one Ferrari Luca di Montezemolo said he led brand would not touch another model.
"You'd know if you want to put pasta or cooked fish," said Luca di Montezemolo told Auto Motor und Sport.
Cruze Debuts Flexible Vent Air Bag
Detroit, -Cruze Debuts Flexible Vent Air Bag video which you can watch now.
Driver air bag ventilation is flexible both GM technology, used for products marketed in 2013. Previously, GM uses an air bag in the middle of the first in the world for a Chevrolet Traverse.
General Motors (GM), through one of the brands and models, introducing air bag (air bag) driver's first flexible vents are installed in the car. Brand and model of the first GM that uses pouches safety is the Chevrolet Cruze.
Flexible ventilation or air bags are designed to inflate bending more effectively while providing maximum protection during a crash. In addition, the air bag is also simpler than conventional air bags GM engineers assessed more expensive and complicated.
According to GM, the Institute for Highway Safety United States (NHTSA) is currently conducting tests on the 2013 Cruze uses air bag technology with this bari, which owns part of the New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) safety trials testing new cars.
Reportedly, the air bags, the Cruze get 5 stars from NTHSA equal to the value received in 2011 and 2012 for cars with air bags kecilnamun using a two-stage system.
The inflator
According to GM, a two-stage air bag system includes inflator nrumi because they have two, one at low speed and one high speed. New system, a single stage using a sensor that works on high-speed rendahdan. The size is more compact, lighter, flexible ventilation reduces the risk of injury to the driver when to expand.
According to GM, the results of tests on an air bag for the driver is able to withstand a variety of body postures. "This new air bag technology is the smart way to manage energy collisions," said Gay Kent, GM General Director of Vehicle Safety and crashworthiness.
Driver air bag ventilation is flexible both GM technology, used for products marketed in 2013. Previously, GM uses an air bag in the middle of the first in the world for a Chevrolet Traverse.
General Motors (GM), through one of the brands and models, introducing air bag (air bag) driver's first flexible vents are installed in the car. Brand and model of the first GM that uses pouches safety is the Chevrolet Cruze.
Flexible ventilation or air bags are designed to inflate bending more effectively while providing maximum protection during a crash. In addition, the air bag is also simpler than conventional air bags GM engineers assessed more expensive and complicated.
According to GM, the Institute for Highway Safety United States (NHTSA) is currently conducting tests on the 2013 Cruze uses air bag technology with this bari, which owns part of the New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) safety trials testing new cars.
Reportedly, the air bags, the Cruze get 5 stars from NTHSA equal to the value received in 2011 and 2012 for cars with air bags kecilnamun using a two-stage system.
The inflator
According to GM, a two-stage air bag system includes inflator nrumi because they have two, one at low speed and one high speed. New system, a single stage using a sensor that works on high-speed rendahdan. The size is more compact, lighter, flexible ventilation reduces the risk of injury to the driver when to expand.
According to GM, the results of tests on an air bag for the driver is able to withstand a variety of body postures. "This new air bag technology is the smart way to manage energy collisions," said Gay Kent, GM General Director of Vehicle Safety and crashworthiness.
using ethanol or E85 to make Nissan GT-R more powerful
RIO DE JANEIRO -However, the use of ethanol or E85, car power jumped to 580-600 horsepower. Capital cost to change all this achieved USD10.250 and includes the cost of installation.
A user of the Nissan GT-R in Brazil are not satisfied with the energy released GT-R standard. With cold hands Jotech Motorsports, Nissan GT-R has a greater engine power.
Nissan GT-R with a twin-turbo V6 engine 3.8 liter, ideally have the power reaches 530 horsepower. However, these consumers want a sports car has a power of 600 horsepower.
There is still more potential to be extracted, in the hands of aftermarket tuner, Japanese supercar known as Godzilla is getting crazy. Jotech Motorsports, re setting the GT-R by using the number of ethanol fuel in Brazil.
By adding new injectors, spark plugs, fuel pump, intake manifold, air filter and HKS exhaust and ECU tweaking, Jotech managed to increase engine power between 550 and 570 horsepower (measured at the wheels) on the use of 93 RON fuel.
two umbrella girls walk in front of me
two umbrella girls walk in front of me when i want to come in into the circuit. Both looks charming and it's very good moment to watch them walking and they're accompanied by blue umbrellas.
This Toyota Crown looks girly
Toyota City, - Crown pink is not modified and it looks girly, but the painting process in the factory. Thus, the results are definitely better than any home modifications. Well, for women entrepreneurs or officials who want more exist, can be ordered directly from Japan. Suitable also for men "tomboy" who want to have a different view.
Check out at the same time at the launch by Akio Toyoda, president of Toyota Motor Corporation in Japan.
Welcoming Christmas 2012 and New Year 2012, Toyota launched two new models of Crown, the Royal and Athlete in Japan (12/25/2012). Sedan full size, usually identical to the figure of a man of mature and well-established or official with a choice of favorite colors of black, white, silver or gray.
But, this time Toyota a bit "eccentric". Crown Athlete introduced pink because they want to target women who want to remain invisible established "rich" but trendy. Use this color, it looks like Toyota is inspired by socialite Paris Hilton who got pink Bentley and Nicki Minaj, and British artist Katie Price with a Range Rover, Lotus Alicia Keys or VW Beatle Heidi Klum. Toyota would position the Crown to be one of the alternative choices among "the haves" for more exist in the way and distract the eye.
Check out at the same time at the launch by Akio Toyoda, president of Toyota Motor Corporation in Japan.
Welcoming Christmas 2012 and New Year 2012, Toyota launched two new models of Crown, the Royal and Athlete in Japan (12/25/2012). Sedan full size, usually identical to the figure of a man of mature and well-established or official with a choice of favorite colors of black, white, silver or gray.
But, this time Toyota a bit "eccentric". Crown Athlete introduced pink because they want to target women who want to remain invisible established "rich" but trendy. Use this color, it looks like Toyota is inspired by socialite Paris Hilton who got pink Bentley and Nicki Minaj, and British artist Katie Price with a Range Rover, Lotus Alicia Keys or VW Beatle Heidi Klum. Toyota would position the Crown to be one of the alternative choices among "the haves" for more exist in the way and distract the eye.
Exotic Ferrari F150 supercar in all advanced technology
Apparently, the Ferrari F150 supercar will not be alone a vehicle with advanced propulsion systems next year. Because McLaren also plans to launch a supercar that also carries the P1 hybrid system.
There was also a tough opponent from the camp through the model of Porsche 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid that is no less sophisticated.
One of the most important cars in the last decade is the replacement for the Enzo Ferrari supercar named by F150. Exotic vehicles will be introduced in the coming weeks.
Ferrari has released several pieces of an image that is still shrouded vehicles and introduce some of the technology of the vehicle. But so far, most are still kept secret.
Many readers who can not wait too long. Design Iacoski then publish the latest custom picture gives us a little idea what kind of look like the Ferrari F150 later.
Image rendering shows an evolution of the Enzo with some elements inspired by experiments Ferrari FXX racing car and Ferrari Formula 1 racing car. This is very reasonable because the chairman Flavio Manzoni F150 design has previously stated that he wants F1-inspired car.
The figure also shows that the F150 looks a lot like applying advanced aerodynamic package, such as active flaps in the front bumper.
At Ferrari F12 Berlinetta variant, the device open to direct air to the brake cooling duct, but it will be active only when operating at high temperatures to minimize air resistance.
In addition, the front snout and lights are also designed to improve downforce aka compressive force downward by channeling air to the top of the vehicle.
F150 vehicle body, made entirely from carbon fiber monocoque developed more than three years ago. While the design is menggawangi Rory Byrne, who is none other technical leaders Ferrari Formula 1 racing team.
He himself chose and sort four different types of carbon fiber monocoque body construction and planning materials with the same standards of Formula 1 racing cars.
Ferrari claims that the end result is a monocoque body that is able to present the torsional rigidity and stiffness of 27% that is 22% better than the Ferrari Enzo.
The structure will also be slightly smaller while enlarging the size of F150 will be equal to 458 Italia although he will carry the V12 engine and a hybrid system.
The engine itself is an evolution of the 6.2-liter unit belongs F12 Berlinetta with additional Hy-KERS hybrid Ferrari designed to increase power while lowering emissions.
Ferrari claims compared with non-hybrid engine, this engine only had a 10% reduction in acceleration from 0 to 200 km / h, yet CO2 emissions could be cut by up to 40%.
The system also allows the application of torque vectoring, traction control and brake force distribution are entirely beneficial to maningkatkan speed on the track.
Battery components made to optimize the weight and output, so that the components of the electric power generation F150 has a power to weight ratio equivalent to Formula 1 racing car. The total power generated by the engine F150 could be able to achieve 920 horsepower, while the total weight of the vehicle will not be more than 1,100 kg.
1/30/13
Two of the world's car manufacturers will faces more challenges
Melbourne, - Two of the world's car manufacturers will faces more challenges this year. Automotive market in Australia is very promising. However, the car market is very competitive. Every car manufacture must work harder to win that competition.
Two of the world's car manufacturers have a long history of success in Australia, namely General Motors (GM) and Ford, now get recessive to chase Toyota's sales growth in the country. According to Bloomberg today, Toyota's sales rose 20 percent last year compared with 2011. As a result, Japan's # 1 producer is getting way ahead of General Motors that relies on local product and brand Holden.
The new record
Sales of new cars in Australia with a population of 23 million, up 10 per cent last year - setting a new record - that is 1.1 million units. This figure is similar to car sales in Indonesia last year with a population of 248 million. (The population is calculated at the same time, 2012).
The type of vehicle is the fastest growing large SUVs and pickup 4x4, both up 25 percent. SUV sales rose by almost 62,000 units over the past year or 3/5 of the total market growth. Meanwhile, Toyota's sales rose to 218,176 units from 181,624 units.
Meanwhile, Ford has been making cars in Australia since the Model T in 1925, production continued to decline. Even his flagsip, Falcon has decreased since July last year. This model is manufactured in Australia since 1960, the last year sales fell 26 percent and no longer in the top 10 best-selling models.
Among the top10, namely Commodere Holden and Holden Cruze, reported sales down 25 and 14 percent.
Domestic
Reported Similarly, Toyota's sales rose as a stronger Australian dollar exchange rate against the United States. As a result, consumers prefer imported cars than the original made in Australia.
Based on data released by Australia's Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries today, Mazda and Hyundai also left Ford. As a result, sales of imported cars rose 12 percent to 972,236 units. In contrast, domestic-made cars fell 1.5 message to 139 796 units.
The cars are made in Australia continues to experience a decline in sales due to price competition from imports. As a result, the three manufacturers who have factories in Australia, such as Holden, Toyota and Ford, last year had to reduce the workforce to 1,000.
On the other Australian government lowered import tariffs until halfway up a 5 message since 2010. Instead, to support the car industry in the country, also disbursed 5.4 billion dollar aid package Australia or (Rp 54.6 trillion) by 2020.
Mazda3 sellers
Because the price of imported cars more competitive, for the second time - in a row - Mazda3 managed a best-selling car in Australia last year.
Might Mazda3, ending the dominance of Australia's best-selling model for the past 15 years, the Holden Commodore assemblies country. Last year, sales of the Mazda3 in Australia reached 44,000 units, up 6.5 percent from 2011.
Rugged Sport Coupe concept
TOKYO -It details the crossover from Toyota is still limited. Toyota is still storing the data meeting the technical details of variants are developed based on the design of Rugged Sport Coupe concept.
Toyota not remain silent about the Nissan Juke crossover successfully dominate the segment. The Japanese giant manufacturers are designing to be a direct competitor crossover Juke.
As reported Inautonews (12/01/2013), crossover is prepared Toyota that was developed with a base variant Rugged Sports Coupe concept. The concept model was first introduced in 2011 in Chicago.
Toyota really hope crossover model with a design style Rugged Sports Coupe may soon get the green light to be directly produced and marketed to the global automotive market.
Crossover Toyota will likely be using the same platform with the Yaris or Corolla. Toyota will also prepare hybrid engine models for this crossover.
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