4/20/12

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Oldtimers (VCVO) accompanies classic cars


VW commercial vehicle owners can now historic car restoration here in the place of origin. No matter whether it's full or partial restoration, they will do it with full dedication.

Only in the 'garage restoration' is just the customers will get a certificate of restoration. VCVO also presents a comprehensive documentation of the restoration of the vehicle.

In every stage of the process, there is a complete photo documentation of the following detailed description. So that any work carried out by experts in Hannover noted that it can be shown to the children and grandchildren.

With its historical value and originality of this documentation, the classic Volkswagen customers the goods are destined to be a very valuable in the future that can serve as a very profitable investment.


PRODUCER other car had a vehicle that does not seem very cult like the Volkswagen Bus. 65 years after its first appearance she has starred in many films and commercials than most other vehicles.

In the commercial vehicle division of Volkswagen, the legendary VW bus has its own special department dedicated to keeping the bus seemingly everlasting legacy that era, namely: Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Oldtimers (VCVO).

This classic commercial car division itself was founded in 2007 and developed rapidly during the past five years. This division does not have a team of experts who have been buying and restoring approximately 100 vehicles.

To accommodate this historic treasure, the VCVO moved to new premises in Hannover started this year on the land area of about 7,000 square meters.

This division has now also have the equipment and facilities more complete. Start the lathe to the painting facility. Currently they have 13 employees, ranging from mechanical to historians of technology, even planning activities.





women riders are more likely the gas pedal more deliberately than the male

CHARLOTTE - The majority of accidents occur due to the gas pedal in the parking lot, parking garage and entrance hall. Based on the data base in North America said the incident happened as much as 57 percent, while 77 percent say news reports.

A surprising study results revealed a highway safety agency the United States (NHTSA), which took TransAnalytic research firm. In that study found 66 percent of accidents in North Carolina contributed by women.
 
Launched Inautonews, in that study, women riders are more likely the gas pedal more deliberately than the male riders. This is one indicator of panic women had an incident while driving.
 
Furthermore, the number of accidents occur most vulnerable at a young age about 20 years old, and aged approximately 76 years old. More than 40 percent of the accidents that occur at this age because the gas pedal that causes sudden unintended acceleration.
 




revealing the secret of 2014 Infiniti G IPL

Tokyo, - Dimension equal to the current model of G, the length of 4750 mm and 1773 mm wide. Posture is lower because the roof is designed ramps, which is 1463 mm. This model is one result of a collaboration with Mercedes-Benz Infiniti in the chain exchange technology and design. IPL design was completed in June last year using plaform Mercedes-Benz C Class. While the 2014 Infiniti will use the four-cylinder engine  of second generation, will also be used Mercedes-Benz is assembled at Nissan's Tennessee plant, the United States.

 Infiniti reportedly is preparing a family of G with highest caster V6 engine, dual 3.7-liter turbo that produces 530 PS. Ability is the equivalent of Nissan GT-R will be pinned IPL logo, this model is planned to start production in 2014 and launched in the summer of that same year to a four-door version. While for the following variants kupe in 2015. May also be following the model of crossover.

4/19/12

TOYOTA Camry's managed to achieve amazing sales in North America



Autonews reported that in March, Toyota managed to sell 42 567 units of the Camry sedan, with 20 percent of the lease sale. Autonews also believes that Toyota will not be exceeded 400,000 units.

this market will be invaded by a number of new models like the Chevrolet Malibu, 2013, 2013 Nissan Altima that was displayed at New York Auto Show and will be launched in June. And the 2013 Ford Fusion and Honda Accord are both to be sold next fall.



TOYOTA Camry won great success in the American market because it managed to become the primary choice of a number of buyers there. However Autonews reported, this year will appear rivals from Nissan, Chevrolet, Ford and Honda.

In the first quarter, sales of the Camry sedan recorded a rate superior to 105 405 units or 9,000 units compared to the Nissan Altima, who finished second. But if both these conditions continue, it will penetrate the numbers back 400,000 for the first time since 2008.

Camry shipments to the United States reached its peak in 2007 when Toyota managed to sell as many as 473 108 units. But the problem of recession coupled with other problems in Toyota vehicles as well as earthquake and tsunami in Japan to make a sale tied to the number 308 510 last year.

But incredibly, although hit by various trials, the Toyota Camry can still retain his title as a passenger vehicle in America with the best sales.




cruise control's embedded

Xclusi.com quoted as saying. cruise control system works by reading the sensor on the vehicle. Sensor coupling in driveshaftlas, speedometer cable, and also on tachometers. In general, cruise control can not be activated if the vehicle was under the speed of 40 km / h.


TECHNOLOGY four-wheeled vehicles continues to grow rapidly. Currently the driver was extremely facilitated with a variety of features that are pinned on new vehicles, including the cruise control feature.

When you observe the development of the automobile, would often meet with the term of Cuise Control. In short, this technology is intended to maintain the speed of the vehicle as it passed on the freeway, which is assisted by an electronic system. Cruise Control feature helps the driver to not get tired while driving, especially driving long distances.
 
On the vehicles currently available, cruise control system is usually activated manually. But, some are made ​​automatically and the system works since the machine is turned on.
 
On the cruise control system manual, usually embedded in the steering shaft with the appropriate button. When the driver is on speed of 60 km / h, simply by pressing the button then the vehicle will run at a constant speed of 60 km / h. Simply by stepping on the gas pedal or brakes, the cruise control system to be non-active.

 
 
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4/18/12

Volvo celebrates anniversary

  Volvo Group is now one of the largest commercial vehicle manufacturer in the world and owner of the Volvo Car Corporation Geely has sold nearly 500,000 cars annually.

ALTHOUGH Volvo brand is currently owned by the Chinese carmaker, Geely, Swedish automotive icon is currently celebrating the birthday-85. At 10:00 am last Saturday, April 14, 1927, the first mass production of the Volvo was born in OV4 figure.

The vehicle is out of the production line through the gates of the company in Goteborg. On the same day and time on Saturday, April 14, 2012, exactly 85 years later, the same car rolled through the same gate to commemorate the historic event.

In the course of that long history, Volvo has an interesting story to tell. The name 'Volvo' alone has registered more than 100 years ago, in May 1911 by the Swedish bearing manufacturer SKF (Svenska kullagerfabriken).

Volvo name itself, derived from the Latin conjugation 'volvere' means 'I roll' roll is synonymous with the performance of ball bearings SKF products.

16 years later the name Volvo was decided to split from SKF to be a car manufacturer that is designed specifically to deal with rough road conditions and the unique Swedish often freeze due to cold weather.

As a result the product was born strong and durable which makes it a powerful stick with brands that represent Volvo safety and quality to date. Volvo's most enduring legacy and become synonymous denganmerek is focused on the safety design even be a precursor for this business.

Volvo developed the three-point safety belt and introduced in 1959 as standard equipment that revolutionized the automobile safety standards around the world. Three-point safety belt has saved more than 1 million inhabitants.


Find out the style and model of Toyota New Avalon

Toyota seems to still keep the engine, but because the vehicle will still be made ​​with the factory of Toyota Camry in Kentucky, it looks like a 3.5-liter V6-powered 268 hp will be installed at the Avalon with 6-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters feature.

The new Avalon will carry premium features such as connectivity and infotainment systems Entune Toyota, the system USB port and AUX connector, JBL audio system and HDD-based navigation system with 7-inch screen.

In addition there are 10 airbags with rear camera unit and a host of electronic safety systems.

Toyota Avalon sedan featuring a radical design at New York Auto Show 2012. Toyota confirms that the vehicle will be marketed later this year as a 2013 Toyota Avalon models.

New Avalon was designed from scratch to be completely different from the vehicle which he replaced and focused on the North American market. This vehicle is a creative designer at Toyota's Calty Design Research Inc, located in Southern California and Michigan.

While affairs outside of the design, all made ​​by the technicians at Toyota Technical Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States. While the structure that supports the car is based on the previous generation platform.

Nonetheless, the new Avalon has undergone a number of refinements to improve the ride quality, stability in straight track and its handling. Fixed wheel system uses an electronic system but with some improvements.

Structure of the body has experienced an increase in torsional stiffness factor thanks to the additional welding material and the use of high strength steel. McPerson strut suspension uses a model that has been set back by more sophisticated dampers.

Coil spring, and stiffness Sway bar in front and behind are made more rigid than the existing models to improve the stability of this asaat body.





Silver Honda CBR 250R's still equipped with a capacity 250cc in halted production

NEW DELHI -   The CBR 250R is still equipped with a capacity 250cc, four stroke, four valve, liquid-cooled engine that can give power 25 BHP and torque of 23 Nm. The engine is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox.
 
In terms of braking, motor sport is already using the ABS system and are also available in two options fairing. The engine is now equipped with ECU system can be made ​​much more powerful acceleration and fuel economy.



In recent years, Honda announced it had halted production of silver-colored Honda CBR 250R. This was done because of lack of popularity and interest in CBR 250R silver.
 
When first launched, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer only provides a choice of two colors, namely red and black. But after walking a few months, Honda re-launch the CBR 250R with a silver color. Thus was launched Motorbeam, Sunday (15/04/2012). This is done so that consumers are more varied in choosing colors.
 
Meanwhile, in 2012, Honda launched another color option for the customer CBR 250R, which is a blend of red, white, blue, and Honda CBR 250R Repsol version which has just introduced some time ago.
 



4/17/12

waiting for recalling on the 2012 VW Passat sedan and van Routan


LOS ANGELES - VW Passat had a problem on diesel fuel filter element is damaged and could potentially lead to fire. This recall will begin in May. VW withdrawal focuses on model 2.0 liter TDI diesel engines.
 
"VW Passat diesel filter element is designed with. Perhaps this component is not closed properly," the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) as reported by autoevolution, Wednesday (04/11/2012).
 
With the use of age or driving distance away, the problem is susceptible to potential fuel leak. If leakage and exposure to heat or ignition source, can cause a fire.
 
Meanwhile, the 2012 Routan variant has serious problems with the rear suspension. This problem can be made ​​regardless of the vehicle tires.


Volkswagen Division of the United States announced the recall on the 2012 VW Passat sedan variant and the variant van Routan 2012.

The recall is limited in small quantities. VW Passat berjumlag drawn only 153 units. While the VW Routan van that pulled only 15 units.
 



Suzuki GSX-R600's using 16 valve DOHC engine


TOKYO - Suzuki GSX-R600s using 16 valve DOHC engine, with a capacity of 599cc, 4-stroke, inline four, liquid cooled. Motor has a total output of 103.3 hp at 13 550 rpm engine speed.

Suzuki and Yoshimura collaborate to launch a limited edition variant of GSX-R600s, R750s and GSX-GSX-R1000s. All models comes with design and color with a special paint.

Currently, the status of Special Edition motorcycle was only sold in the United States. But first, Yoshimura GSX version has been offered in Europe. So there is the possibility of U.S. and European models of machines is equal to the extent a different look.
 
Yoshimura GSX-R Limited Edition is available in custom paint schemes of red or blue. The blue color will be adjusted to the chassis and blue frame. While on a red motorcycle, using the color black chassis.
 
The design also uses carbon fiber Yoshimura R-77 and some of the uses of aluminum, such as engine covers, the stern protective chassis. Each motorcycle will use to characterize the limited edition number.
 




4/16/12

Ferrarri' still lagging far behind and in need of repair

Shanghai -Although able to perform as the Grand Prix series champion in Malaysia three weeks ago, but the actual performance of Ferrari in the 2012 season so far has not been reflected as a great team.
Ferrari is always difficult to compete with the two main rivals, Red Bull Racing and McLaren Mercedes. Not only that sometimes the 'Prancing Horse' also lost rapidly from Mercedes GP, Lotus Renault or even Sauber, a team that uses the engine from the Italian manufacturer.
It occurs in both qualifying sessions and the free practice sessions, as well as in the third series in China this time. Alonso performed poorly in the three free practice sessions and only able to start at No. 9 on the race today at the Shanghai International Circuit.
Alonso and his Ferrari duo competition from Mercedes, Nico Rosberg and Michael Schumacher, who started 1-2 and Sauber driver, Kamui Kobayashi! Responding to these facts, Alonso admitted he had not dared to speak much about the championship title, although the current standings.
Furthermore Alonso, Ferrari is still much to be correct because after the time interval of three weeks after the race at Sepang, it has not been a difference, especially on the speed of the car.
"We all focus on the next race. I think a champion is Ferrari target every year, because of the history and the way this team race, with a passion to win. But obviously we're not stupid," Alonso said in Autosport.
"We know we are still lagging far behind and in need of repair. One second is a big difference to be fixed, but the car had a big problem in terms of aerodynamics, which gives us optimistic if the team could be better, perhaps not one second. But with a large time difference if we can fix all the shortcomings, "he continued.
"This is our first priority. When we're satisfied with the car, we'll see how big the gap was. It was too big because everything is going well," added the Spaniard driver.


 After the China GP qualifying, Fernando Alonso once again complained about the slow pace of his F2012 car. He was then again asked Ferrari to compete immediately clean up this season.

Lewis Hamilton still leads the F1's standings even Rosberg leads Shanghai GP this week

Shanghai - The results of the race Lewis Hamilton leads the standings with a value of 45 riders. Followed by Button, who collected 43 points and Alonso, who collected 37 points behind. While Webber and Vettel in fourth and fifth positions standings with 36 and 28.


After occupying pole position in qualifying, Nico Rosberg's championship Shanghai GP. He successfully outperformed  McLaren duo, Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton, who had to settle for finishing in the order of two and three.
In the race that took place at the Shanghai International Circuit on Sunday (4/15/2012) afternoon local time, Rosberg started the race well. Mercedes team rider managed to maintain its leading position through the first corner.
A good start would eventually like Rosberg describes the appearance of the race: okay. Five-lap race took place, 26-year-old German rider had been leading a second ahead of Schumacher. The distance was then widened to 4.1 second of five laps later.
Rosberg, who had dropped to third, scored the fastest time, ie 1:42,551 seconds, on lap 15 with medium tire compund in his car. After Sergio Perez entered the pit, Rosberg climbed to number two and shortly thereafter took over the leadership race of the hands of Felipe Massa.
Until the mid-lap race, he continued to lead in front followed by Romain Grosjean, Button, Vettel, and Perez behind him.
On lap 49, the distance to the rider behind it widened to 25 seconds. He also did not seem to be chased away again until it came out as champions.
Button finished second and Hamilton eventually finished third after being involved in violent battles with Mark Webber and Sebastian Vettel. Webber eventually finished fourth and Vettel fifth.
Button finished second and Hamilton eventually finished third after being involved in violent battles with Mark Webber and Sebastian Vettel. Webber eventually finished fourth and Vettel fifth.
What about the Ferrari duo? Fernando Alonso had to settle for ninth place finish, while Massa finished 13th.

Shanghai World Expo will unveil Ferrari 458's special edition




Beijing,  -  Ferrari special edition will be launched simultaneously open the first permanent exhibition outside his headquarters Ferrari, Maranello, the Shanghai World Expo that was held a few weeks away and lasts for 3 years.
 To celebrate its existence in China, will present a special edition of Ferrari 458 Italia, 20 units to the consumer with the largest car markets in the world. Supercar exterior expression was performed with the theme of ancient China, Longma, which means strength and spirit of the legendary dragon-horse.]

 
 On exhibit will be shown some of the best collections of the Museum Maranello is divided into five themes, Ferrari in China, green technology, products, design and racing.

To that end, the body whitewash with a new paint color, known as Marco Polo Red with black stripe and the edge of the gold that starts from the hood up to the roof to rear. At the front there berkelir golden dragon painting. Moreover, gold rims, fins on the air hole front and side skirts.

In the cabin was also used gold color that looks at the retaining head embroidery. Interestingly, the gam / stop using the Chinese character meaning 'Start'. Posts '20th Anniversary Special Edition 'pinned to the dashboard of the car as a marker of privilege.

No special touch to the engine, keep V8, 4.5-liter that produces 570 rpm and torque of 540 PS@9.000 Nm@6.000 rpm. Transfer of power to rely on 7 speed transmission with double clutch.