Thursday, July 11, 2013

Shelby GT500 1969 is up for Sale



High price of an old car or not is influenced by a number of factors. In addition to age, specifications, features and the amount of production, historical value embedded in the car believed to make the price soared.

One of the cars that will be valuable musclecar Shellby GT500 is owned Carroll Shellby 1969. To note, Carroll Shellby is the creator of the legendary car racer Mustang Shellby and well-known in his time.

Throughout its existence, Shellby GT500 produced only three units with rear-wheel drive Traction-Lok 3:50. Cars with Grabber Yellow color has become one of the favorite car Carroll Shellby and still used until 2003 ago.

After that, the car does not belong to Carroll Shellby. In the hands of its new owner, GT500 polished to restore his form back to its original.

This car owners spend 10 years to rebuild the car. In the car with the number 428 CJ engine is mostly found original factory default components (OEM Ford).

This car will be auctioned next month by Mecum Auctions in Monterey, California, United States. Shellby GT500 will be offered with complete documents following letters were signed by Carroll Shellby.

Not yet known what price will be opened in the auction process. But can this rare car is estimated to be worth high.

Toyota Corolla 2014 Have Roomy Dimensions



Toyota has released official details of its latest variant, the Corolla Sedan 2014. The latest variant of the Japanese manufacturer comes with a larger dimension.

Toyota Corolla 2014 has a 80 mm longer, 15 mm wider and 5 mm lower than its predecessor. And 345 mm longer than the hatchback models. Toyota Corolla 2014 also has a wheelbase 100 mm longer and rear trimmed 25 mm and the front plus 5 mm.

Has LED corner lights, chrome plated grill top, rear lights are connected by a wide strip of length up front. In Europe, the Corolla get a choice of 1.3-liter engine with a power capacity of 73 Km and 128 Nm of torque.

There is also a 1.6-liter gasoline engine with a power capacity of 90 kW and 154 Nm of torque. And Valvematic 1.6 liter engine with 97 kW power with a maximum torque of 160 Nm. In addition, a 1.8-liter engine with a power capacity of 103 kW with 173 Nm of torque.

Last ante turbo diesel engine with a capacity of 1.4 liter equipped with start / stop which generates power by 66 kW to 205 NM of torque with fuel consumption of 3.8 liters / 100 km.

Peugeot RCZ Sports Coupe R Unveiled



Previously reported the strongest variant of Peugeot RCZ will soon be introduced at the opening of the Goodwood Festival of Speed ​​in 2013 in the form of production, no longer a concept car.

Not many details about the all-new sports coupe RCZ R, but now someone has decided to release and distribute the official picture, the day before the Goodwood Festival of Speed ​​was held July 11 to 14.

Aesthetically, of RCZ R Concept that appeared at the Paris Motor Show last year in which the whole body color, additional emblem "R" on the front grille and rear, large rear lights and third brake light is located in the rear spoiler.

In addition to the outside appearance, the interior can also be seen. Type of bucket seats with Alcantara seat material coated with red accents. On the steering wheel, door handles, and a leather-covered dashboard. Colored trim on the center console piano black, shiny gear lever and the symbol "R" key on the seat and the middle console.

While there is no additional information, said bottom Automonthly Bonet is still the same as the concept version. Using a four-cylinder inline engine with a capacity of 1.6 liter turbocharger, which can wreak power to 260 HP. Power distribution served by a 6 speed manual transmission and Torsen limited slip differential.

Car thieves in the United States Aims Pickup



Rampant theft of two and four wheeled vehicles. Developed countries like the United States are also often occurs in motor vehicle theft.

Car commercial is the type most often stolen in the United States. Thieves specialist four-wheel vehicles there, preferring commercial vehicles, rather than private vehicles.

According to the Highway Loss Data Institute, which is most often missing cars in the United States is the Ford F-250 pickup heavy-duty. The car replaced the GM Cadillac Esclade, which since 2003 has always topped the list of the most frequently missing car.

Still according to the Highway Loss Data Institute, car theft in the United States in 2012 and increased 1.3 percent from 715 373 in 2011, after eight consecutive years of steadily declining.

"General Motors has put a lot of new anti-theft technology in Esclade. So it can help lower the Escalade theft rate," said Matt Moore Vice President Highway Loss Data Institute.

The agency relied on studies to obtain these results, the study was conducted based on the claims of the insured vehicle models 2010-2012. According to the study of Ford F-250 get claims frequency by 7 per 1000, while the frequency Esclade get 5.5 per 1,000 vehicles.

Five models are often the target of car thefts in the United States, among others, the Ford F-250 heavy-duty pickups, GM's Chevrolet Silverado 1500 pickup, 1500 Chevrolet Avalanche pickup, 1500 GMC Sierra pickup and Ford's F-350 pickup.

Tony Hawk Bought Tesla Model S?



The outstanding skateboarder, Tony Hawk, is rumored to have bought an electric car, the Tesla Model S.

Celebrity rich and famous usually is synonymous with luxury cars, but after the era of environmentally friendly vehicles ranging from year to year fragrant, environmentally friendly cars such as hybrid or electric is now also an option.

Electric car manufacturer Tesla is now on the rise, and the Model S is a good choice. New cars will be used as a travel companion everyday Hawk replaces the Lexus LS 600h.

As is known, the Tesla Model S has been released in the U.S. in the summer of this year. Remarkably, Tesla's last production in 2012 has been sold out until early 2013.

In the cabin Tesla Model S is equipped with Nappa leather with Alcantara accents, a little carbon fiber accents are also found on the exterior, air suspension models, and many others.

Tesla reportedly selling price of the car will increase, but the details would still not be reported.

Toyota GT 86 Griffon for Goodwood



Toyota will introduce Griffon GT 86 sports coupe this weekend. Toyota GT 86 Griffon will be introduced at the event Goodwood Festival of Speed ​​2013.

Griffon is one of the hottest version of the Toyota GT 86. Griffon will greet England at the end of this week, at the Goodwood Festival of Speed ​​2013. Coupe British public will see the Boxer engine, with a different appearance to the standard model.

Toyota GT 86 TRD Griffon has a mechanical differential, Torsen unit to replace the standard components, the ratio reduced to 4.8:1 final drive, new coilover suspension system, new oil cooler, TRD monoblock and a few other changes.

Not only that, the Toyota GT 86 Griffon Project has been using the seat and MOMO steering rods, oil pressure, oil temperature and water temperature gauge and shift knob, all new models.

The weight of the car is reduced after several parts such as doors, hood, bood lid, roof and rear wing using carbon fiber. The front wing, bumper and diffuser are made of CFRP. This car stands on 18-inch alloy wheels wrapped in Yokohama Advan tires.

Nissan Note Has Awesome Technology



Creation of a technology in order to facilitate and increase the sense of security in the drive is the cornerstone of the start of each manufacturer, Nissan is no exception. Together with the Note, the original Japanese manufacturer said it had made ​​a useful and easily accessible technology to a different level.

At the launch of the New Note, Nissan gives hands on experience to the journalist to feel the Nissan Safety Shield. Feature is a combination of three innovative security features to maximize visibility and protection riders. This feature is a premium technology that is now devoted to B class Nissan.

Unlike its competitors by relying on multi-cameras and radar systems to monitor the situation around the car, the three elements of the Nissan Safety Shield works using data from a wide type of camera on the back.

For the sake of ensuring the lens stays clean all the time, Nissan has also developed a unique system called 'wash and blow dry' intelligent cleaning system.

Here are three systems on the Nissan Safety Shield:

Blind Spot Warning
If there is a blind spot at the rear of the Nissan Note, colored warning light will light in the rearview mirror. When the car is in the lane indicated dangerous, in addition to the lights there will be an audio warning.

Lane Departure Warning
A computerized system will detect the line of the highway, and will warn the driver if the car body out of the lane.

Moving Object Detection
This system gives a visual and audio signals when someone or something moving in the back of the car, for example, there is a small child who runs backwards when parked Note. The resulting camera image is displayed on the screen of 5.8 inches NissanConnect.

Latest BMW X5 Boasts Performance



Premium carmaker BMW began to tease the public through the promotion of their latest models F15 X5. Not only unveiling an elegant exterior design, but also presents the performance and sophistication of the features in it.

In the promo video, the BMW X5 F15 not only to show his ability on the highway which is able to provide driving comfort and but also the aura of a luxury.

In addition, this car also showed his ability in off-road terrain. German manufacturer as if to show the behind look so tempting that there are exceptional performance that is ready to devour rough terrain though.

For information, xDrive50i equipped 4.4-liter V8 engine capable of up to 450 hp power memuntahan with peak torque of 650 Nm. This model is able to accelerate from 0 to 100 kph in 5 seconds.

While xDrive30d carries a 3.0-liter Twin Turbo engine with the power to reach 258 hp and 560 Nm of torque. While M40d version uses a six-cylinder engine tri-turbo capable of producing power 381 hp with 740 Nm of torque.

Three Wheel Car by Elio Motors



Elio Motors to design a commuter car with a unique three-wheel configuration. This car has two wheels in front and one rear wheel.

This unique three-wheeled cars are a product of automobile manufacturers based in Michigan, USA. The plan, will begin mass produced and sold next year.

Elio three-wheeled car was produced at the assembly plant once used by General Motors to produce the Hummer H3 in Louisiana. Elio Motors can only accommodate two passengers.

Chip Stempeck, Vice President of Marketing Elio Motors, said it will market this car in a way that is quite unique, namely by touring in Michigan City. For car enthusiasts Elio's, can perform initial deposits and deposits are most most likely get this car when it went into production.

Armed with a petrol engine, the car was able to claim Elio drove as far as 1,081 miles if the fuel in the car is fully charged. Priced at 6,800 usd , Elio car will come with a choice of six colors: blue, black, red, green, silver, and creamsicle.

5 Useful Features in Modern Cars



Features and vehicle technology in the automotive world is increasingly diverse. The camera is able to see the circumstances around the car, which could mark the radar when car bodies off the street line, and excess engine which can now suspended animation while stopped to save fuel.

All of that is part of the usual features found in modern cars with a price tag that could be considered is not cheap.

Now the features and the technology will not only be owned luxury car brand like Mercedes-Benz or Volvo, mainstream cars were racing embed such capabilities.

Price components are cheaper now than 10 years ago, the cost of making these features is still expensive, but these costs can be reduced if installed in many models of each manufacturer.

Here are the features that may be present in the new car:


Collision warning and auto brake

Cars were able to give the alarm when there is a possibility of a collision from the front via the signal from the radar and the camera. If the driver does not swiftly then the computer will instruct the car to brake automatically. Starting from the existing cruise control since 15 years ago to keep a distance with the vehicle in front. This feature can reduce the likelihood of collisions seven percent.


Additional camera

With the shape and price of the mini camera, camera manufacturers are now putting almost in every place, no longer at the rear of the vehicle. Honda has a camera on the side that will light up instantly turn signal is activated.

Nissan has four cameras around the car in order to show the overall picture angle. Volvo and Subaru have a front camera to avoid collisions with pedestrians.


Lane Centering

The camera is able to detect lane lines and gently correct the car body in order to stay on the right track. This feature is not cheap in most of the models of Mercedes-Benz, Ford Fusion, Ford Explorer, Toyota Prius, and the Lexus GS. Centering lane first appeared in a commercial vehicle a decade ago. Now Honda, Nissan, and other manufacturers began to apply the technology Lane Centering.


Adaptive headlights

Headlights can now come when the car was about to turn left and right maneuvering, function to illuminate the blind spots that occur when using conventional headlights. Audi, Mercedes, Acura, and Mazda have implemented this feature. Headlights now also have the ability to sense light another car in front of her to adjust the height angle toward the light.


Stop-start

Features that can stop the firing rate when the engine is not needed is a solution to the high fuel consumption vehicles. The engine will die when the car is stopped temporarily and then will turn on again when needed. Fuel efficiency increased 5 percent. Stop-Start was first used in Europe, and then began to be applied in virtually all hybrid cars and gas-fired or electric.

VW Touran Successor



Carmaker Volkswagen (VW) reportedly is developing the next generation of the Touran. Being the new models began to adorn the virtual world.

German hatchback was being developed and ready to enter the testing phase. Popularity VW Touran will be the reason for the continued success and glory Touran.

This new model will have a significant refresh on the exterior and interior. Additionally, cabin space will get features with the latest technology.

Currently the details about the next generation Touran is still very limited, but manufacturer based in Wolfsburg was hinted will provide information in the coming months.

Possible production version of the Touran's successor will be unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show which will take place in September.

As the amount of information Touran models in production at the VW plant in a number of countries such as Germany, China and Indonesia. This car has dimensions of 4,405 mm long, 1,795 mm wide and 1,635 mm tall with a wheelbase of 2,680 mm.

Wednesday, July 10, 2013

Roofless Nissan GT-R Convertible by NCE



Nissan GT-R is known as a high-performance sports car. This Japanese sports car is only available in a choice of a permanent roof. But have you ever imagine if the GT-R comes with a choice of an open roof (convertible)?

Previously, hyper car Bugatti to successfully design Veyron with an open roof. The result is breathtaking. The car with that 1000 hp power looks really elegant.

And what about the GT-R when adopting this model? Newport Convertible Engineering (NCE) try imagining if one of the legendary sports car was featured with an open roof.

The result was not too disappointing. Even the GT-R look more fierce with the trimmed roof. Aura sporty headlamps getting stuck when tapering upwards.

Even so if Nissan really keen to bring the GT-R Convertible version will likely have difficulty remembering this car is known as a fast car. It would be done a number of changes to customize the look of the performance.

For information, NCE spend a lot of time to modify the roof of some car trim parts. One result is a four-door sedan Acura TL.

New Pope Francis Popemobile



The CEO of Daimler himself, Dr. Dieter Zetsche, meets and immediately handed the keys of Popemobile to Pope in Rome, Italy.

Special pope car commonly known as the Popemobile is a modified version of the Mercedes-Benz M Class.

During the visit, the two discuss about mobility safer and more comfortable, and also the commitment and contribution of the German manufacturer in the context of charity. Zetsche revealed that he was interested in working with Mercedes-Benz at the sight of the Pope Paul VI was in the Popemobile when small.

Popemobile made ​​specifically for the leader of the worldwide Catholic, the car is scheduled to be run when the tenure of Pope's official visit to Brazil.

Popemobile youngest generation continues to follow the footsteps of its predecessors are still using labels Mercedes-Benz for 80 years. Including in it the first time, Nurburg 460 Pullman Saloon to Pope Pius XI, then 600 Pullman Landaulet and the 300 SEL for Pope Jon XXIII. After that his successor, Pope Paul getting Mercedes-Benz 600 Landaulet pullman and 300 SEL.

The Popemobile name was first used in the 1980s to refer to Mercedes-Benz G Class which is used by Pope John Paul II during a celebration in Saint Peter's Square. Class G is then replaced by the Mercedes-Benz M Class in 2002.

KIA Soul EV Crossover Electric Car



Kia already has a small electric car, EV ray, which is only sold in South Korea. But, it looks like ray EV deemed not suitable for the global market.

South Korean manufacturer is currently preparing a model of electric-powered crossover, Soul EV. This car was used as a substitute for EV ray will be available in 2014.

Soul EV prepared to meet the demand for electric cars in California, United States. Not only that, Soul EV also prepared after demand for fuel-efficient cars, as well as the ever-increasing environmentally friendly in the world.

KIA Soul EV seems to have completed testing. Front bumper stickers and stern are still closed camouflage, comes with new platforms and a wider interior space.

Soul EV will be armed with more powerful electric motor of the KIA ray Ev, armed with an electric motor of 50 kW lithium-ion battery is 16.4 kWh. Capable of acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 12 seconds and a top speed of 200 km/hour. The electric car is priced at 25 thousand USD.

Now We're Able to Get HUD for Our Car



Head-up display technology is no longer exclusive to luxury cars, such as BMW. Experts in satellite navigation, Garmin, has launched their new product called the HUD.

HUD is a Head-up Display portable for navigation applications on smartphones. This tool is an example of a simple yet extremely effective idea, the light projector HUD will provide direction in window film installed on the windshield, or can also use reflector lenses.

The driver got the guidance and direction of information in line with the direction of the eye, is able to improve security and minimize driving distractions. HUD works with bluetooth connectivity of smartphones currently running apps Garmin Street Pilot 1 or Navigon.

"HUD redefined navigation experience by allowing drivers to find directions without taking their eyes off the road," commented Dan Bartel, Garmin's vice president of worldwide sales, as reported by Carscoops, Tuesday (09/07/2013).

HUD will provide information on speed, speed limit, direction of turn, distance, and estimated time arrived at the destination. HUD also has a warning system when exceeding the speed of provision and the way the car body over the line.

New Cheap Datsun Car to Kill off New Nissan March?



In line with the Micra (March) which had a facelift in India, Nissan also introduced a low-cost car version of their hatchback model Nissan March named Active. Both are just different engine capacities and cosmetics from March generations.

With the March Active presence in the market and the emergence of Datsun models later on July 15 in India that uses basik of March, the question arises where the position March Active?

Rebirth by Nissan's Datsun brand in order to fill the cheap car belonging to the class of the Japanese manufacturers. Will March Active interfere with the commencement of the sale Datsun hatchback (coded K2) or later will sit under the Nissan March Active.

Datsun K2 will indeed be unveiled July 15, 2013, but it will only launch it, the problem of sales and selling price will be announced April 2014.

Here are many similarities between the Nissan March Active and Datsun K2. Both will use a 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine that produces petrol 68 PS and use the 5-speed manual transmission. There is no option for both diesel engines that are intended to directly compete with Hyundai i10, Maruti Suzuki WagonR, and Chevrolet Beat.

It is inevitable practice of cannibals could happen if the Nissan March is still sold as the Datsun Active born. Datsun need a lot of potential market if you want to be under March Active. Datsun K2 that uses the base March appeared with a very different design with aggressive aura.

Electric Car Volkswagen e-up Price Revealed



Volkswagen officially released the latest price of electric cars Volkswagen e-up. The plan, the new model will be introduced at the International inu automotive Frankfurt Motor Show 2013.

The production version of the VW e-up will be two and a half times more expensive than the standard version of the environmentally friendly cars. E-ups will start from 26,900 euros or Rp343, 6 million.

Volkswagen e-up will be more expensive than the Nissan Leaf is priced at 23,790 euros, with a leased battery electric cars by Nissan.

Volkswagen e-up is equipped with an electric motor that is capable of spraying power up to 82 horsepower or 60 kW with a maximum torque of 210 Nm (155 lb-ft).

With the support of the engine, the electric car is capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km / h in just 12.4 seconds. The maximum acceleration that can be achieved 130 km / h. Maximum power an electric car's mileage is 160 miles.

Suzuki SX4 2014 is Stretched

Suzuki SX4 2014

After the emergence of the current production version of the event the Geneva Motor Show in March, the latest generation of Suzuki SX4 only takes a few months before arriving at any Suzuki dealership.

Still using the name SX4 but now it looks more mature because of an increase in the category. SX4 rise of the B segment (sub-compact) to Segment C (compact), dimensions 160 mm longer, 10 mm wider and 10 mm higher than the previous generation.

While the wheelbase is stretched to 100 mm also offers wider cabin space, luggage capacity increases to 430 liters from 270 liters.

The car will be offered in two engine choices. The first petrol engine of 1.6 liter naturally-aspirated which generate power of 118 HP with a torque of 156 Nm. 5-speed manual transmission and a CVT automatic with gear lever on the steering wheel. Fuel efficiency is said to reach 5.4 liters for 100 km.

Second, the 1.6-liter turbo diesel engine that had the same capabilities with the petrol engine, 118 HP, but with twice the torque, 320 Nm. Only given a six-speed manual transmission, with the fuel-efficient lift 4.2 liters per 100 km.

Nissan Qashqai tight competitor models in Europe are already equipped system "Allgrip" all-wheel drive Suzuki given four types of modes, namely auto, sport, snow, and lock.

2 in 1 Scooter Discovery



Cost limitations cannot preclude a man in China to have a car. By using a scooter which is actually a two-wheeler, he make it into a vehicle that might be called "cars".

A man caught on camera riding a scooter is modified like a car on the streets of Shantou city, Guangdong province, China.

The man uses two units are used as a scooter. In order to strengthen it, he use a steel sub-frame to support both the scooter. In between the scooter, made ​​a seat intended for the rider.

The steering mechanism is no longer adopt the handlebar stem, but using the steering wheel as well as a car. As a result the sheath gas and the handbrake was moved to the foot. Wow, he made it really like a car.

In addition, this vehicle has been equipped with a roof to protect it from the sun and rain. Completeness of such vehicle rearview still there for safety driving. Well but something was missing, the driver was not wearing a helmet.

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Daimler Introduces Smart Electric Scooters



Although said to be failing at the Smart four-seater roadster version and Smart Sporty, Daimler still plans to add a new model in 2014, with delivery of electric powered scooters.

Smart Electric Scooter is still a prototype, and can reach a top speed of 45 kilometers (28 miles) per hour. Last year, Daimler also introduced electric bikes, scooters presence is aimed at shoring up the image as a Smart city transportation specialist, not just a car.

"Daimler Smart is the answer to the challenges in today's large cities," said Annette Winkler, Chief Brand Smart headquarters, in Boeblingen, Germany. Annette added, the goal is to make city life a little more colorful, cheerful and healthy.

Since its introduction in 1998, the Smart unit has accumulated losses of more than 1.5 billion euros, including 120 million euro deficit this year. Therefore, to increase sales, Daimler plans to expand its line-up includes the Smart Fortwo electric scooters and electric versions.

Daimler also took Renault to work together to design a new Smart four-seater. It is expected that this new model will be available next year.

Daimler makes Smart, because it can attract younger customers and also help Daimler meet CO2 emissions restrictions, to compensate for the Mercedes-Benz engine and a larger dimension.

Porsche Macan as Best Selling Cars



Porche SUV, Macan, finally approaching reality. The latest model predictions they will supply the most sales in a 12 month period.

Porsche never set a sales target Macan reached 55 thousand units per year, while the information from the internal part, said the quick SUV could break the 75 thousand per year.

The highest variant of the Macan will use the latest Porsche engine 3.0-liter petrol V6 is capable of spraying power up to 400 HP. Not only that, there is also a choice of 2.0-liter turbocharged petrol and diesel, making the Macan after 986 was the first model that uses a four-cylinder engine.

Although many photographs have been circulating currently undergoing testing session, the Macan are actually classified as nimble with a sports machine. Macan often rumored to come with a three-door coupe, putting the elevated despite recurring image seen as a five-door.

Macan technology uses the specification of the most sporty SUV size. Its dimensions are very similar to the Range Rover Evouqe than a midsize SUV. But Porsche promises Tigers will be better than the Evouqe.

Hyundai Create Lexus & Honda Acura Competitor



South Korean manufacturer, Hyundai, shows off Genesis sedan and coupe, and then Equus Saloon. Hyundai is now doing some temptation tactics for potential customers with a premium car with the same level of BMW and Lexus and Honda's Acura.

Currently Hyundai is not yet up to compete with luxury vehicles from Europe and Japan are. But it is said that goal is the goal in the long term. The second generation of the Genesis Sedan and Coupe models have appeared in the HCD-14 concept car HND-9 Sedan and Coupe.

Some claim analysis, the Hyundai business to achieve success, they must take into account to make a new brand like Toyota's Lexus, Acura and Honda. Other analysts said the Hyundai had to resist the development of other models and focus on the presence of a car with a premium in the foreseeable future.

Reported by Carscoops, this time helped by Hyundai automobile designer, AJ Brands of Cleveland, Ohio, which presents a concept sports car "Hello" to the Hyundai i80 Hyundai Coupe with wearing European base.

Hyundai i80 is a luxury type of GT cars that would be plotted on top of the Genesis Coupe. It is not possible to use a cardiac pacemaker V8 as an option, if it wants to compete with the first-class sedan.

Honda Jazz ES Plus Perfection



Honda has created a new model variant of Honda Jazz in Britain. Named the Honda Jazz ES Plus, this compact hatchback models sold at prices ranging from 14,495 pounds.

Honda Jazz ES Plus will replace the regular ES Honda Jazz which is currently circulating in the land of Britain.

Honda Jazz ES Plus will come with additional features like an interesting film adds privacy glass, cruise control, leather wrapped steering rods, new gear lever, and 16-inch alloy wheels.

Jazz ES Plus it also comes with getting support i-VTEC engine with a capacity of 1.4 liters.

New Nissan Terrano Rear Design



The revolution of the Nissan SUV will start immediately, and ready to hit the global automotive market. The new models from Nissan is bringing the good name of Nissan Terrano.

Japanese manufacturers are showing the initial sketch of the design of the All New Terrano. Nissan fling it through social media, as part of a revolutionary new marketing strategy.

On the official website Terrano, Nissan Terrano launched Unlock Contest. The site also featured in an early rear sketch of the legendary SUV. Contests Unlock Terrano connected with social networking sites, Twitter.

The design of the stern Terrano is clearly different from her twin, the Renault Duster. Nissan completely revised rear taillights Terrano with new wing-shaped, sharp design is also presented on the doors and bumpers.

In general, the Terrano back straight, sharp and flat on the body line. Terrano looks more attractive and eye-catchy than the rear appearance of the Renault Duster.

New Range Rover Sport 2014 Born in the England



Jaguar Land Rover continues to campaign for introducing the Range Rover Sport 2014. In England, Sport Utility Vehicle will make its debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed ​​exhibition in 2013, which opens next week, July 11 to 14.

Range Rover Sport 2014 uses a V8 gasoline engine with an impressive capacity of 5000 cc supercharged plus. The machine is able to accelerate the New Range Rover Sport from 0 km/h to 100 km/h in just 5.3 seconds.

Power from the engine at 510 HP sent to all wheel drive system (AWD), through a ZF eight-speed automatic transmission.

Mercedes Still Makes V12 Engine



V12 Mercedes-Benz (MB) used the S-Class, CL, and SL will remain alive in the next generation. Mercedes decided, after judging that there is still fond of cars with 12-cylinder engine.

Mercy is now preparing for a massive change in the V12 engine of 5.5 and 6.0 liters. This machine will be used in the latest generation S-Class, including the S-Class Coupe and the Mercedes-Benz SL. This is contrary to the trend in other Mercedes model range which lowers the capacity of the machine, but with a turbocharger upgrade that is useful as well for efficiency.

"The existence of buyers S65 and S600 are the reasons V12 continues. Still there are about 4-6 thousand consumers each year, and they will only buy a V12 engine," said Corporate Communications Manager, Mercedes-Benz Australia, David McCarthy, as reported Caradvice Monday (08/07/2013).

Currently S600 uses a 5.5-liter V12 engine with 380 KW power and 830 Nm of torque. While the S65 AMG 6.0-liter engine get hold power reaches 463 kW and 1,000 nm. Both fuel consumption of 14 liters per 100 km.

"If you look at the S600 now, it is clear that he was very thirsty. Now been revised with a lot of expenses and entry into the Euro 6," said McCarthy. Changing V12 6.0 liter Euro 6 to make the fuel consumption of 11.7 liters for 100 km, better than the S65 AMG.

With the presence of the latest generation of the S600 and S65 AMG, 12-cylinder engine getting a lot of changes to support the addition of fuel efficiency drastically.

"We will do a lot of changes by updating the transmission and size tuning of the ability of the machine itself. We also will improve all aspects of the S-Class include the drag coefficient and a strict diet," said Head of Product Management and S-Class Roadsters, Lutz Regelmann.

MB has confirmed S500 plug-in hybrid when the Frankfurt motor show in September, in conjunction with the V12 engine models, the S600 and S65 AMG will also be featured Mercedes-Benz.

Ducati 1199 Panigale Got the Best Design Awards



Cutting edge of motor sport motorcycle manufacturer Ducati 1199 Panigale, successfully won the Best of the Best as the best-designed bike in the event the Red Dot Award 2013.

Red Dot Award itself is one of the largest design competitions and the most coveted International held at the Aalto Theatre in Essen, Germany.

Best of the Best Award itself is the highest award given for 57 categories and 1199 Panigale successfully elected by 37 expert judges and won the coveted title.

A total of 54 countries took part in this award by submitting almost as many as 4,700 best products to be competed in 19 categories competed this year.

As a winner of the best design, the Ducati 1199 Panigale will be on display at the Red Dot Museum in Westfalen, Germany, for two weeks. After the Panigale will be exhibited in Taiwan, and the last will be displayed in the Red Dot Museum in Singapore Desaign for a year.

Volvo XC90 Carries 3 Advanced Safety Systems



The seriousness of the Volvo Car Corporation to create a safe driving technology seems to be getting serious, at this time the Swedish manufacturer is developing a revolutionary three security systems.

Three security systems being developed Volvo is planned to be pinned on the Volvo XC90 and the new variant will hit the market next year.

The first security system is a development of the Volvo safety system that already exists, the Pedestrian Detection which is already there in the feature City Safety Program.

If this first Pedestrian Detection feature detects pedestrians only during the day, but in this new system can detect pedestrians at night and in total darkness. This feature will also automatically activates the brakes when there is a pedestrian crossing in front of the car to avoid a collision.

The second system is offered by Volvo Complex One, an obstacle detection with steering assist that helps keep belt of the car right and is able to calculate the length of the track distance when the car is still running.

The last system to be installed in the XC90 is the cruise control system is the latest and most advanced, this system will help the driver to keep a distance with the car in front and will activate the brakes, reduce, and even increase the speed.

AC Problem, France Rejects 3 New Mercedes-Benz



The French government refused the registration of new cars made ​​by Mercedes-Benz. The plan, Mercedes-Benz will enter the new car to France, but since found a problem, the car was canceled to enter the market.

France rejects three new cars Mercedes-Benz, the Mercedes-Benz A-Class, B-Class, and Mercedes-Benz SL; which has been produced on June 12, 2013 and has been ready to enter the global market.

According to EU sources, the rejection is because there is a problem with the air conditioning that does not comply with EU standards. Allegedly AC at Mercy models can cause damage to the surrounding environment and can cause a fire.

"We do not have a detailed explanation, why the registration of three new models of Mercedes-Benz in France can not be accepted," said a spokesman for Daimler.

But French Transport Ministry has reported the matter to the relevant commission. And the issue will be discussed again at a meeting of the EU automotive in July.

In September 2012, the Daimler said that the air 1234yf coolant in the market it has been approved by the European Union. However with VW, Daimler and then make the air conditioning system that HFO-1234yf expensive is that it turns allegedly can cause a fire in the car.

Monday, July 8, 2013

Toyota Recall Thousands of Cars Because of Power Steering Problems



The case of a recall or withdrawal from circulation seems to still haunt the automobile manufacturers around the world, after the car manufacturer Honda recall thousands of Honda Jazz in America, this time turn the recall of thousands of Toyota car.

The Japanese manufacturer has conducted a recall of approximately 185 thousand vehicles because of problems found in power steering that affect handling when driving at low speeds.

Due to the power steering problem, several models of Toyota was drawn as the Yaris, Vitz, Verso-S and Ractis.

For the Toyota Yaris and Toyota Vitz in the recall are cars manufactured between November 2010 and March 2012, while Toyota Verso S and Toyota Ractis is a car manufactured between August 2010 and August 2011.

Toyota's own party will provide repair services related to such issues, and the owners can get these services without having to pay anything.

Ferrari F12 Berlinetta Debut at Goodwood



Goodwood Festival of Speed ​​event in 2013 is likely to witness the birth of the newest and fastest supercar ever created by supercar manufacturer Ferrari F12 Berlinetta.

Ferrari will also bring a special variants that must be ordered in advance are the Ferrari FF, as well as vehicle Tailor-Made Ferrari 458 Spider and SP12 EC Eric Clapton produced by a special division of the Ferrari project.

The fastest supercar ever mass produced by the manufacturer bearing the Prancing Horse will come to support direct injected V12 engine capacity of 6266 cc that can generate power of 740 horsepower.

This engine will also be mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch that allows the supercar is capable to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just seconds with a top speed of 340 km/h.

In addition, the annual event this time Ferrari Goodwood festival will also demonstrate a Formula one car all weekend, which will be performed by the driver Marc Gene.

Sunday, July 7, 2013

Porsche Panamera Facelift Arrives in Malaysia



Luxury car manufacturer Porsche has just introduced facelift version of the Panamera officially to the public in Malaysia.

There are four versions of the Panamera Facelift to be offered by Porsche, the Panamera, Panamera Diesel, Panamera 4 and Panamera Turbo. The cheapest version of the Panamera facelift will be available starting from 740 thousand Ringgit Malaysia.

The Panamera facelift undergone various refreshment such as a new front bumper, larger air intakes, a special transition for the headlights, and at the stern of the redesigned denagn change the boot lid and rear LED lights.

Panamera Facelift also get some standard features such as bi-xenon lights, multifunction steering wheel, and automatic boot lid.

For business the power on, the Porsche Panamera is equipped with a 3.6-liter V6 engine that is capable of producing 10 horsepower more than the previous version, and for the Panamera 4 can produce power up to 310 horsepower.

As for the Porsche Panamera Diesel version is equipped with engine capacity of 3.0-liter V6 turbodiesel that produces power up to 250 horsepower with a maximum torque of 550 Nm with utmost decepatan 244 km/h.

Finally, the Panamera Turbo version is equipped with a V8 engine capacity of 4.8 liter Biturbo capable of producing power of 520 horsepower with a maximum torque of 700 Nm which is able berakselarasi from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.9 seconds with a maximum speed reached 305 km/h.