6/16/12

Segway MotoCzysz released the motor E1pc with stunning design



In Zero TT motorcycle races held in the Isle of Man, Michael Czysz introduced a pair of motorcycles that have dipesiapkan over the past year.

To conquer the legendary race one lap race which is about 60.72 km, previously, Segway MotoCzysz give attention to the elements of the drivetrain and suspension that makes the motor has an output of 200 hp and the ability to manage the condition of the legendary street circuit.

But for the year 2012, attention has focused on improving the aerodynamics. Czysz explained that to change the speed of 160 km / h to 200 km / h should be double the battery. In order to remain competitive in the arena mounts barriers must be reduced.

One of them by changing the design of the tail to help reduce the low pressure area in the back of a motorcycle which he said was inspired by the form of Kim and Khloe Kardashian butt is very famous.


 MotoCzysz TEAM Segway is an electric powered motor racing team that recently released the motor E1pc with stunning design. Miraculously, the zero emission motorcycle is claimed to have inspired the design of Kim and Khloe Kardashian butt.


6/15/12

David Coulthard and Jake Shepherd're managed to create a new Guinness World Record

 
According to Mercedes-Benz, Shepherd hit the ball with a speed of 186 km / h which makes it glide as far as 275 meters before the ball landed in the cabin with a roof opening of the SLS AMG.

The most amazing thing is, the two sportsmen in their fields of this record is successful on the second attempt.

David Coulthard said: "The effort is the creation of a world record is one of the most unusual ever dminta to do with my car!"


 Former F1 driver David Coulthard and Jake Shepherd professional golfers managed to create a new Guinness World Record for the 'catch the golf ball the farthest hit by a car moving'.

This strange feat performed on Thursday late last month when Coulthard managed to catch the golf ball that was hit by Shepherd with the Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster at a speed of 193 km / h.



6/14/12

Lexus GX 460 redesigns crossover model with monocoque / unibody

 
According to Ward's Auto, Lexus GX crossover will likely be replaced by monocoque / unibody configurated by seat of three rows after the current model of the production cycle ends later. That means, he no longer uses the ladder chassis models commonly found in SUV-SUV.

The current Lexus GX was first introduced in 2010 along with a redesign of the 4Runner models are the basis for the Lexus models. If GX is converted to a unibody platform, means the Toyota also did the same with the 4Runner, the GX except for using a base other models.

Other speculation, Toyota could use the GX base Highlander uses a platform that is currently digunakanjuga as the Lexus RX platform. Because the RX rersedia not in the model three rows of seats, this step allows the GX to maintain the third row without having to disrupt the recipe for success as Lexus's best-selling RX.

Despite what the decision on the GX and Toyota 4Runner, Ward's said the company also is investigating the use of four-cylinder engines are turbocharged in Lexus products.

Because Toyota already has one of the world's best machines on the 3.5-liter V6 engine products direct-injected mounted on some Lexus models, do not expect the city will see a new engine in the near future.


 Lately, the number of SUVs with the construction of body-on-frame replaced by traditional shrink because  crossover model with monocoque / unibody would seem also embraced by the Lexus GX 460.


6/13/12

GT86 are affordable from 29 990 euros sports car fans

The statement was made in conjunction with the launch of several new accessories for the twin car in Europe Toyota Scion FR 86 and GT-S. Accessory devices are available in several options.

To decorate the front, Toyota offers a racing strip of decorative colored matte black and matte silver to adorn the hood, roof and trunk lid with the side wing mirror and some option of velek size 18-inch alloy wheels.

For the matte black color velek priced 189 euro , gray himalayan worth 399 euros and graphite 'ultraleggera' 529 euros.

There is also the option of sports suspension to lower 30 millimeters for 189 euros that can enhance the look and handling of the Toyota GT 86.

As for the interior, this Japanese company also offers multimedia system and navigation system 'Toyota Touch & Go' feature a touch screen for 695 euros and JBL sound system for euro 1045.


 TOYOTA Germany stated that thanks to the price of GT86  are affordable from 29 990 euros for sports car fans still have plenty of money left over to do the customization.

6/12/12

Ford test the doors of the latest Transit Van Custom thousands of times


Ford said that throughout the process of opening and closing of doors is carried out with the same power and speed when the doors are closed manually by the wearer 90 percent ..

"This is a test of modern torture is more than half a million times the process of closing doors in a variety of conditions, ranging from cold environments such as hot weather at the poles to the tropics," said Barry Gale, Ford commercial vehicle technical leadership of Europe.

"Once our new vans are managed through this exam, they are ready for anything," added Gale.


WE must be wondering what is done in an automotive testing facility. Ford tried to show how they test the doors of the latest Transit Van Custom for sure he would not be a problem after thousands of times opened and closed.

With the help of automated rig equipment in the Ford development center in Merkenich, Germany, the automaker membukadan front door shut as much as 250,000 times, 150,000 times as much as sliding doors and rear cargo door open and close as many as 150,000 times.

The process of 'torture' was conducted at a temperature range from -40 degrees celsius to 82 degrees Celsius with humidity levels of up to 85 percent.


6/11/12

Chevrolet's the first corporate sponsor for the One World Futbol Project


Chevrolet is the first corporate sponsor for the One World Futbol Project, which has contributed positively to more than 525 000 people in 137 countries.

"In line with the continued development of the Chevrolet as a global brand, now is the perfect time to make commitments and strengthening our presence in the world of international football," said General Motors Global Chief Marketing Officer Joel Ewanick.

"Our ambition is to be connected with the football much more than just a regular sponsor." he said.

After announcing its partnership with Manchester United plans to hold China Chevrolet Cup as part of a tour of Manchester United in July 2012, Chevrolet also announced its partnership with One World Futbol Project.

One World Futbol Project is a focused organization to support the ongoing game of soccer for youth in the area left behind by providing quality football revolutionary and durable.

One World Futbol Project has been helping schools, orphanages, and non-profit organizations in using sports to resolve conflict, teach tolerance, and build community.

They are also affiliate members who connect streetfootballnetwork 94 non-profit organization based soccer for social change spread across 61 countries.

Support includes the donation of 1.5 million Chevrolet ball of the foot One World Futbols over the next three years to organizations working for youth in former war zones, refugee camps, disaster areas and other communities left behind.

Unlike other soccer balls sold in the market that can be deflated, One World Futbol soccer balls do not need a pump and never flat despite repeatedly pressed.

A One World Futbol soccer ball can last longer than regular soccer ball, while maintaining the power game in the most difficult field.


6/10/12

1929 classic car MG 14/40 Mk IV was found

Effort and hard work finally bear fruit sweet Fred Body after the vehicle he built it successfully won the award for 'Best Vintage Car' last April in a classic British car show in Bristol.

Early MG Society in England stated that the car is one of the few original MG encountered in 25 years. The vehicle has been fully restored from the ground up to resemble its original condition car.

A classic car MG 14/40 Mk IV was found in 1929 under the former cowshed building after buried for 70 years. Conditions are still intact although there are some parts that need repair process.

Apparently the original owner of the MG 14/40 Mk IV was very fond of her car. He chose to bury under construction building a new cowshed built this vehicle instead of crushed rubble as victims of World War II.

Seven decades later, the car was found buried under gravel in the construction of solid cast cement. MG is buried demolition is done very carefully to preserve its unity.

BBC News explains that the original skin is damaged forged by a long period and cow urine contains acid strong enough to trigger the corrosion on parts of the vehicle even if made ​​of aluminum.

Nevertheless, there are still many remaining components are useful in the restoration process. Spareparts of  vehicle was later purchased by Fred Body who later spent a year to put it together again into the car intact.

In addition to finding a replacement aluminum components, this car also needs to obtain a duplicate instrument. It looks like the original kept by the first owner as a memento.

6/9/12

19 units DB4GT's produced between 1961 to 1963 only

 

Top list of one unit of DB4GT Zagato 'Sanction II' Coupe that is based on collaboration between Aston Martin and Zagato to produce 19 units DB4GT between 1961 to 1963, which was originally planned to be made as many as 23 units.

30 years later, Aston revive this project is delayed and sent the rest of the unfinished chassis to base Zagato in Milan to return to work on the four units which have not been finalized DB4GT.

One of the four units of Sanction II coupe was owned by musician Phil Collins named manager Tony Smith. And DB4GT Zagato 'Sanction II' Coupe last made ​​in 1991 is now at Newport Pagnell nerada to be auctioned with a value of 1.2 million pounds.

Zagato in conjunction with the antique auction, Bonhams is also auctioning a unit convertible DB4 Vantage 1962 for 611 900 pounds and the DBS convertible valued at 488 700 1963 pounds.

There was also the only one made ​​in 1971 DBS station wagon that was ordered by a Scottish nobleman who is used for fishing purposes, auctioned for 345 000 pounds.


Other interesting vehicles at the Bonhams auction is a 1994 Virage Volante and Virage former Prince Charles 1994 the former boxer Lennox Lewis.

 EVERY year, Bonhams held a special auction at Aston Martin Works, a restoration shop in the old factory site in Newport Pagnell company. A number of rare Aston will be brought to auction.



6/8/12

Walker. electric car made in 1808's recently sold on eBay for U.S. $ 127,500 .

 
The exhibition, which will use the land area of ​​1.5 hectares will feature more than 350 cars, trucks and antique motorcycles that are ready to make you drool dripping.


Electric cars  like the Chevrolet Volt and Nissan Leaf may make your breath. But it's not much when compared to when you know the electric vehicles have been around over 100 years ago.

An introduction to Walker Vehicle Co. vehicles. made in 1909 recently sold on eBay for U.S. $ 127,500 . In addition to the antique figure, the price is included to pay its uniqueness as an early generation of electric powered vehicles.

1909 Walker who still use the tire off the wheel base is one of the hundreds of electric vehicles manufactured in the early 20th century, addressed to consumers who need a vehicle that is not noisy and clean as an alternative to fossil-fueled vehicles are noisy and dirty at that time .

According to the Wall Street Journal, in addition to electric vehicles, Walker Vehicle Co. based in Chicago that also makes the initial variant for  several hybrid vehicles.

August last year, an electric car made ​​in 1899, Columbia Electric Landaulet RM Auctions sold at auction for U.S. $ 550,000 (more than 5 billion), making this the most expensive antique electric car ever sold at auction.

Does not this make you wonder? If you're still not convinced that the technology of electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles has actually been around since our grandmother was not born, you can prove a direct alternative to having a row of antique vehicles in the near future.

Because the American Car Museum in Tacoma, Washington, on June 2 will be an exhibition on alternative powered cars which will display the Standard Electric Open Tourer made ​​in 1914 that claimed still roadworthy.


 

6/7/12

second generation of Pontiac Firebird (1970-1981) has been offered on eBay at a price as U.S. $ 20,000


Pontiac Firebird was whitewashed premises Coronado Gold color which is the 70's with Sandlewood Tan interior. He completed a package of Formula 400 6.6 liter V8 engine with four-barrel carburetor (four-barrel), dual exhaust, sport suspension, and other supporting equipment.
These vehicles are perched on top of velek original 14-inch Goodyear tires wrapped Polyglas F70-14. The car is located in Texas has been offered on eBay at a price as U.S. $ 20,000.



American classic cars enthusiasts would know the second generation of Pontiac Firebird (1970-1981) whose production was halted General Motors 30 years ago. 1970 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400 is up on eBay with the odometer numbers are still quite low.
On the instrument panel distance of 26 505 indicated miles (42 655 km) claimed by the seller that the car is in original condition that has been stored and cared for most of the age.

Modifying Classic Aston Martin DB4 Zagato into modern style


 ntested, original DB7 accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h within 4.9 seconds with the original body that weighs 1622 kg. With a classic body that has been trimmed down to 500 kg, of this vehicle is capable of much faster than that number.
The handling has been enhanced by the addition of reinforcing structure, the shock absorber custom AVO and improvements on the brakes.

 This vehicle has been auctioned at Monaco Historics weekend sale that was held by the London auction house Coys are off at a price 142 940 euro.
But do not worry, because Evanta Motor Company received another challenge. So if you have a new Aston Martin DB9 and want to turn it into a Zagato a classic car, you already know where your car should be taken.


IN 1960, Aston Martin DB4 Zagato masterpiece featuring the London Motor Show which will be made as many as 25 units. Because the Italian coachbuilder less desirable unit to stop after completion-20.
Positive effects, the production is very little to make this model a car that is very, very rare and most valuable of all time.
To mark 50 years of Zagato original, Evanta Motor Company UK-based re-create the most beautiful GT car, which combines the look of a classic design with modern technology implementation.
A DB7 Vantage V12 2001 output is used as a donor car. The body is then removed, then cut the wheel axis distance of 23 cm before being installed with a Zagato body handcrafted piece of glass fiber and kevlar plus carbon fiber for the engine cover.
Behind it looks very classic, there are some things best learned from modern supercars like the V12 engine complete with its ECU, ABS brakes, tiptronic transmission and air conditioning, while the protective pipes (race roll cage) hidden behind a red leather interior luxury Oxblood.
Central locking system (central lock) has also been converted so that not only could unlock the doors from a distance so that the door handle no longer needed.
Whitewash the original body color Silver Aston Martin Solent, while the wheels using a classic design with a size 16-inch tires wrapped in racing.
Although the performance's u

6/6/12

10 most valuable automotive brands're released for 2012

 
Disaster in Japan last year also negatively affect the ranking of brand value Honda, Nissan and Lexus, but all three managed to maintain itself as a top 10.


BMW's managed to overtake Toyota as the most valuable automotive brand in the world. According to the BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands released by research firm Millward Brown, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen and Audi brand managed to improve their rankings.

According to Millward Brown's global brand director Peter Walshe, BMW has been able to effectively convey the message of what differentiates its brand from other car brands in these markets are highly competitive.

BMW also be the most valuable automobile brand in 2010, before the position was filled by Toyota from 2006 to 2009 as well as last year.

"Toyota has maintained its position as one of the best brands in the world, but he lost that position after the devastating earthquake, tsunami and the nuclear effect on the entire Japanese automaker last year," said Walshe.

 List of the most valuable automobile brand in the world:


10. Lexus

9. Hyundai
8. Audi
 
7. Ford
6. Volkswagen

5. Nissan
 
4. Honda
3. Mercedes-Benz

2. Toyota

1. BMW

"Toyota is certainly seen as good value, very reliable and trustworthy, especially for middle-class buyers," said Walshe. He added that the problems associated with financial Toyota due to natural disasters which are beyond the control, not the brand.










6/5/12

cruise control feature's revealed for you



Technology in motor vehicles is now growing rapidly. The technology is presented in order to facilitate the driver in driving.

One of them is the cruise control feature. Cruise control is an electrical system that is useful to maintain a constant vehicle speed. This helps the driver maintain speed without having to step on the gas pedal when driving long distances.
 
Fixed to the vehicle cruise control feature is usually a vehicle with the upper middle segment. Generally cruise control buttons on the control wheel, or a lever under the steering wheel.
 
When riders are in speed of 80 km / h on the highway, with cruise control switch system with automated vehicles will be running constantly at a speed of 80 km / h.
 
"The bottom line is that the vehicle cruise control can maintain the desired speed flat. This is useful on the highway with traffic density is,.
 
cruise control feature can make use of more efficient fuel consumption because the engine speed is stable.
 
"Actually, this system helps the driver maintain speed and fuel consumption can be more efficient. While at a speed of 100 km / h, this system enabled, then the car will remain at that speed," he continued the flow fan friendly rock music this progressive.
 
By simply stepping on the brake pedal or gas pedal, the cruise control system activation will be canceled and returned to normal driving mode. Cruise control works by reading the vehicle sensor, usually located in driveshaftlas coupling, the sensor in the speedometer and tachometers.
 
Toyota is already using a variant of cruise control system is Toyota camry 2.5 HV and 2.5 V and Toyota's latest Corolla.