4/26/12

Viaggio's designed by the Fiat Group Style Centre in Turin

Beijing, -  Viaggio designed by the Fiat Group Style Centre in Turin, so it still looks strong with the Italian car design language. Although the form of a little body fat, but still form the ideal proportions. While the back has joined the LED light as a modern twist.

In the interior, the sedan gets a touch of a completely new design with the style of driver centric dash. Then, trim materials and colors that blend gentle view of two colors. This car is also equipped with 8.4-inch touchscreen navigation features.


Viaggio Fiat launched a targeted segment of C at the Beijing Auto Show, yesterday (23/4). As reported Motoroids, actual sedan Dodge Dart with a platform-based Alfa Romeo Giulietta, the dimensionless length of 4679 mm, width 1850 mm and wheelbase (wheelbase) 2708 mm and the expectations of the Italian manufacturer on the continent of Asia.

Fiat has menginvetasikan fund of Rp 7.3 trillion. To build a factory in Guangzhou Auto in Changsha, Hunan Province. The plan, first in 2012 produced 140,000 units of the maximum capacity of 220 000 units.

To enliven the market in China, Viaggio using 1.4 L engine with an output of 122 Tjet PS and 152 PS. The news special, this car uses the Dual Dry Clutch Transmission (DDCT) who claimed, with this technology makes Viaggio most advanced in its segment.


4/25/12

2013 Dodge Dart'll be equipped by wireless cell phone charger

With this system, smartphone users are no longer bothered with the risk of charger cables are left at home or somewhere else that makes a communication link teroutus due to battery running out of power.
Mopar announced plans to offer wireless charging system on 2013 Dodge Dart. The technology is claimed to be the first in the industry. The system has a 'power bin' located under the center console panel.

When users put the smartphone on the 'power bin' then the device will automatically charge the batteries without using cables. The process of filling works using the induced current.

This system will be priced starting at U.S. $ 199.99  plus installation costs. For recharging the smartphone, which requires a specially designed casing.





General Motors' explosion was caused by an extreme test of a prototype battery

 Latest news from General Motors stated that the explosion was caused by an extreme test of a prototype battery that has nothing to do with the Chevrolet Volt or other production vehicles.

DETROIT NEWS report, there has been an explosion in the battery research laboratory at the General Motors Technical Center in Warren, Michigan USA. Battery that is said to have exploded injuring one or two people.

Warren firefighters who receive a phone call on Wednesday about 9 am, get two people were wounded, but General Motors spokesman said only one person was injured. Until the news was revealed there has been no definite news.

A team that handles hazardous materials emergencies due to be sent to the Tech Center and the building has been evacuated. Team hazmat (hazardous material) will investigate what caused the incident.


4/24/12

small engines and electric vehicles will be shared between Volvo and Geely

Development of small engines and electric vehicles will also be shared between Volvo and Geely.


China car Geely plans PRODUCER disburse public investment of U.S. $ 11 billion for Volvo. "We want to Volvo and give power back to the brand," said Li Shufu, chairman of Geely Automobile Holdings.

To the German magazine Wirtschafts Woche, Shufu said that Geely will provide U.S. $ 11 billion to build new engine plant, increased research and development and technological improvement.

However, Volvo spokesman Per-Ake Froberg told Reuters that Volvo itself will provide funds through loans and other means.

Regardless of where the funds came from, the investment is intended to encourage the Volvo brand in China market aggressively, in which the Swedish brand has sold about 50,000 vehicles last year.

Geely aims to sell Volvo able to control 20 percent of the premium car market in China within three years with a target of 200,000 vehicles in 2014. This is part of an ambitious plan to double the sales of Volvo in the past 10 years.

In return, Geely will get a new premium brand in China that use Volvo technology and technical skills. In addition, both brands will combine their buying power to get better deals from suppliers.




Carbon Filter will be applied into Ford's components at a cheaper cost

Dearborn-  Looking at the ongoing exhibition, it is very pleasant atmosphere. A remarkable innovation has been developed to address the challenges Ford is a very dynamic era.
 
 Ford Motor Company (FMC) and Dow Chemical Co. (manufacturer of the world's second largest chemical) work together to develop the components of carbon fiber at a cheaper cost. The move is one way to maximize the use of such material so as to reduce car weight of 113 kg to 340 kg. This joint venture allows Ford began using carbon fiber for some of his future before the end of this decade.
 
 Last month the Government of the United States (U.S.), boosted spending 14.2 million dollars to federal agencies to accelerate research and development of lighter material. Because the 10 percent reduction in vehicle weight to save fuel 6 to 8 percent.


Carbon fiber has been used in aerospace vehicles and race cars for decades. The obstacles, the price is still expensive.  




4/23/12

Enjoying daily activities with 1973 Volkswagen Beetle

If the use of the powerful 282 hp engine is the most wonderful thing on this car, then you have not heard of the price offered. Volkswagen Beetle STI is priced at around U.S. $ 79,500.
IF you believe that the 1973 Volkswagen Beetle was the vehicle that is difficult to control despite the use of engine-powered 1.3-liter 44 hp, then what would happen if the vehicle is fitted with 2.0 liter turbo boxer engine Subaru's Impreza WRX STI?

To make matters worse, German dealers who register 'Beetle Sti' in Romanian car sales site 'Webcar' did not mention anything related to modifications in the suspension sector.

Description of the existing states that a number of changes to the engine coupled with the use of the brakes, velek, and accessories from Porsche. While the Subaru Boxer engine's power is said to be capable of producing up to 282 hp.




Venture Mazda6 is priced at 21 000 pounds in UK

LONDON -In the UK, Venture Mazda6 is priced at 21 000 pounds. This car comes with a unique grille and a set of 17 inch alloy wheels. Thus was launched Inautonews, Tuesday (17/04/2012).
 
In the interior, small changes occur in a wider cabin and navigation system and leather upholstery and a new instrument panel has a fairly complete and high-tech.
 
Furthermore, the kitchen runway, the Mazda6 is equipped with two engines Venture, the MZR 2.0-liter with 153 horsepower (0-100 km / h in 10.3 seconds) and the MZR-CD with 161 horsepower (0-100 km / h in 9.2 seconds).
 
Although equipped with a large force, claiming that the Mazda6 is Mazda still has enough fuel economy, while emissions CO2nya produces only 104 g / km.


 After a successful career started in Europe, Mazda, announced a special edition of Mazda6 Mazda6 called Venture. This car is only limited production, only 257 units and only launched specifically for the UK automotive market.


Lonely Rolls-Royce Phantom Limousine stands alone

ABU DHABI - Perhaps you have never seen a luxury car and full of dust deposited by the owner. This time, you will see a Rolls-Royce Phantom Limousine dust wrapped in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It is not known what the intent of the owner left it up to full debut on the streets.
 
However, the incidence is expected due to the economic crisis that hit Abu Dhabi recently. Where many luxury cars that are no longer maintained by their owners. Thus was launched Inautonews, Sunday (04/15/2012).
 
The car that has a length of about six yards was saved by a truck that has not been used by the owner. If seen by naked eye, the exterior has been filled with sand. However, it is not known whether the interior is not feasible or too dirty.
 
Furthermore, as a reminder, this Rolls Royce Phantom Limousine manufactured since 2003 and assembled in the UK. This model is a replacement variant of the Phantom VI. This car has two front doors that once access to the rear cabin.
 
Rolls Royce Phantom limousine is equipped with 6.75-liter V12 engine that can shoot up to 453 BHP mated to a ZF six-speed automatic transmission.




4/22/12

Ford Escape SEL will come with MyFord Touch, leather seats and other interesting features

DETROIT -Ford always gives new high tech to support the urgent need of automotive fans.

Ford Escape SEL will come with MyFord Touch, leather seats and other interesting features. The most expensive version of the 2013 Ford Escape Titanium has a price of around USD31.195 , less expensive than previous versions.

 Manufacturer of four-wheeled vehicles from the United States Ford, announced the launch of the 2013 Ford Escape variants. 2013 Ford Escape What's interesting is cheaper than the previous variants.

2013 Ford Escape is priced starting USD23.295, at the cheapest prices in the model. Price is $ 200 cheaper than the current version.


 Ford Escape 2013 will come with some interesting features, including Ford Sync system developed from the MyFord Touch. Power rear liftgate, aid for parallel parking, blind spot detection, curve control, traction control and many other advantages.
 
The cheapest models of the Ford Escape S equipped with a systematic, front-wheel drive and four-cylinder 2.5 liter engine. While SE models add Sync infotainment system and choice of two engines and all wheel drive system.

New Volvo V40 comes with a complete engine options, two petrol and three diesel engines

Gothenburg - All new Volvo V40 comes in three different trim levels ES, SE and SE LUX. Already equipped with Bluetooth, climate control, and Entertaintment system of five-inch color display, 16-inch alloy wheels, Volvo's City Safety system and pedestrian airbag.
 
Specifications variabn SE, has added cruise control, keyless ignition and touch kroom on the car exterior. While the SE Lux variants with the interior layers of the skin, 17-inch alloy wheels and LED daytime running lights.


  The most expensive variant of the Volvo V40 with D4 engine that produces 175 horsepower, the V40 SE Lux Nav with £ 26 795 price tag.


 Swedish manufacturer Volvo, spawned five-door hatchback variant V40. The plan, all new Volvo V40 will be sold starting next September, with a tag of 19 745 pounds.

Volvo V40 comes with a complete engine options, two petrol and three diesel engines. Claimed for fuel-efficient engine with 113 horsepower power, comes from the 1.6 liter diesel D2, combined with a six-speed manual transmission.
 
The most powerful variant V40 with an output power of 178 horsepower, gasoline engine T4. Already equipped with stop-start button with five-speed manual transmission.
 

 



4/21/12

Travelling happily withToyota Etios Liva TRD Sportivo

NEW DELHI - With the status that characterizes the TRD Sportivo sporty style, the handsome face of Etios Liva. TRD Sportivo bodykit package properly used in Etios Liva. Part of the face there is a car that blends with the front grille and chrome red warrants, plus a white body.
 
Features other than the TRD Sportivo front grille kroom layer, there is also a spoiler on the roof, LED 3T sensor and TRD logo, and wheels Etios which characterize the style of a TRD Sportivo.
 
The interior also did not escape the touch of TRD Sportivo. The interior is red, in contrast with the white car eksetrior. Upholstery and red trim, decorated with white stitching.
 
On the dashboard of a car provided by the carbon motif. Liva Etiso audio system uses audio Pioneer DVD Player, with V-Kool window film.


Toyota does not want to lose competitiveness with the Volkswagen Polo and Vento IPL-II. Etios Liva variants directly increased the status of a given status TRD (Toyota Racing Development) Sportivo.

How elegant? that's Porsche Panamera Cabrio & Cayenne Coupe

MUNICH -  Later Porsche Panamera Cabrio will be available with a longer wheelbase than the previous generation and cabriolet versions are available for four seats. Inautonews as reported on Monday (4/16/2012).
 
Porsche Panamera Cabrio In addition, German manufacturer will also introduce a coupe version of the Cayenne SUV. Cayenne Coupe is scheduled to slide in 2016 and the upcoming two-door version of the luxury crossover will share the platform with other models.
 
Meanwhile, for 2013, Porsche will also introduce a variant of the Tiger which is a new crossover below the Cayenne and the 918 Spyder. Porsche Tigers prepare to compete with other brands that had already been paved like the Audi Q5, BMW X3, Infiniti EX35, Land Rover Range Rover Evoque and Mercedes-Benz GLK.
 
Furthermore, also reportedly preparing Posrche Tiger Turbo S variant is equipped with a V6 3.0-liter twin-turbo with 350hp total maximum power achieved. Hybrid Tiger also designed, with powerful four-cylinder engine 230 horsepower and an additional 50-hp electric motor.


German car manufacturer, Porsche, announced it will soon launch a new generation of variants Cayenne Panamera Cabrio and Coupe. The model is expected to hit the global automobile market in 2013.


Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 Super Veloce (SV)





Miami, -  Murcielago SV supercar is priced 378 950 U.S. dollars, still complete with yellow brake calipers and large rear wing.


Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 Super Veloce (SV) including older models and is only produced 350 units of 8 years ago specifically for the collectors and labeled SV. This model uses a V12 engine, 6.5 liter that produces 680 PS and 660 Nm. Ability was encouraged from 0 to 100 kph just 3.2 seconds and a top speed of 342 kph.

the ultimate Murcielago variants also have 5 units, which sold out before its release. Currently, according to Autoguide, there is still the only red in the world Murcielago SV deaeler sold by Lamborghini in Miami with the odometer 2253 km and the series 240/350.