Sunday, April 14, 2013

86 Toyota Roofs Without Appears Again



TOKYO - A picture of the Toyota FT-86 Concept Open with a retractable roof appeared in cyberspace. Open Concept presence of 86 this could be a sign of Toyota will soon launch it.

Toyota FT-86 Open Concept was introduced to the public in March, at the Paris Motor Show 2013. Now back an image of the 86 new concept emerged, but complete with a fabric roof.

Folding fabric roof that is integrated with the rear glass. This model is allegedly going to be a production version of the Toyota FT-86 Concept Open.

New concept FT-86 will come with a 2 +2 seat format. Still using the same platform with the regular version of the engine. Platform and the machine used Toyota GT 86 and Scion FR-S, or Subaru BRZ.

Boxer engine with a capacity of 2.0 liters which is made ​​by Subaru. Engine injection system combined with Toyota's D-4D. This machine is capable of throwing power 200 HP (147 kW) and torque of 205 Nm (151 lb-ft). Power is channeled to the rear wheels by a six-speed manual transmission and a six-speed automatic transmission.

Mercedes-Benz AMG Hybrid Finally Lyrics



MUNICH - performance division of Mercedes-Benz, AMG, eventually chose to follow the trend of the development of the engine technology has now been switched to the hybrid system.

Mercedes-Benz AMG adjust their strategies to keep up with the times, to begin producing hybrid engine system.

Currently the automotive world are focused on reducing CO2 emissions figure and fuel efficiency. Most of the super sports car manufacturer and is no longer using a great assortment of V12 engines, and has now been switched to the hybrid system.

Ferrari has started the new supercar LaFerrari. Then McLaren with P1 variant and now is preparing new Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid. Mercedes-Benz AMG can not remain silent, and should immediately start with the development of hybrid systems.

"Hybrid technology will be used throughout the sports car manufacturer though. We will remain focused on performance and will present mubgkin AMG high-tech hybrid. We are still developing the new AMG engine and we promise there will be a decrease in fuel consumption of our engines, "explains Ola Kallenius, as leader of AMG.

Mercedes-Benz AMG itself has begun to reduce the capacity of the engine, for example with a capacity of 2.0 liter engine which is installed on the new A45 AMG and AMG CLA45. The 2000cc engine is capable of producing power of 355 HP.

Ducati Diavel "Slaughter" Audi R8 in Straight Tracks



LONDON - Audi R8 sports car powered coined as malignant, as well as the Ducati Diavel in the two-wheeler category. If both are pitted in a straight line, about who the winner?

One of the leading automotive magazine in the UK to try their Audi R8 V10 with Carbon Diavel Version on a runway. Both competed in the factory default state alias without the slightest modification.

Both took a position as an equal start. After the start, the Diavel immediate poke aggressively. Was seen, when the front tire gearshift the Italian motor sport lifted.

Of the tests performed, the Diavel managed to be the fastest and successful bloat German sports car with a significant distance.

For 0-100 km / h, the Diavel takes only 3.02 seconds, 3.56 seconds while the R8 print. Diavel back ahead in the distance 0-160 km / h, the difference is up to 1.5 seconds. However, while 0-240 km / h, the Audi R8 responded with a record of 6.88 seconds while the Diavel 7.09 seconds.

To note, Ducati Diavel armed with 1198 cc engine, 2 cylinder 90 degree V-Twin capable of blowing power up to 162 hp at 9500 rpm rotation with a peak of 94 lb.ft of torque at 8000 rpm. The engine paired with a six-speed manual transmission.

While carrying the Audi R8 V10 engine with a capacity of 5204 cc. Mechanical heart is capable of spraying power 542 hp at 8000 rpm and 398 lb.ft of torque at 6500 rpm.

Weights were different both very much. R8 weighs 1595 kg, while the Diavel just 234 kg. Apparently, this is affecting both braking systems. Reduce the rate to a complete stop from a speed of 240 km / h, the Audi R8 in fact superior to the Diavel.

For your information, the Audi R8 have antilock brakes with traction control four-wheel drive (AWD) while the Diavel reinforced ABS brakes with traction control 8 levels.

Saturday, April 13, 2013

Stress, GM Employees Want Suicide



MICHIGAN - An employee carmaker General Motors (GM) in Romulus, Michigan, tried to commit suicide. Attempted suicide was suspected by the working conditions at the assembly plant.

Reported by Inautonews, the incident occurred at approximately 06:05 local time, when a worker at GM's assembly plant in Romulus engine threatened to commit suicide using a gun.

Beruntungya, local police managed to persuade the workers to give themselves and persuade the employee to cancel nitnya for attempted suicide.

Captain Joshua Monte said the employee parking lot immediately evacuated at the factory. After the incident, police found a gun that turned out to carry a gun is empty or there are no bullets.

General Motors alone refused to discuss working conditions alleged by the employees. Romulus own factory has 880 workers and manufactures V6 and V8 engines for GM vehicles.

Specialist dealer thief in action in the UK



KENT - Action theft in the UK deepened. A pack of thieves launched an action to tackle the new Mercedes Benz car wheel at a dealership in Tonbridge, Kent, England.

Reported by Inautonews, wheel rims that is not stolen but the display is mounted in the car. No half-tangung, thieves thrash 13 cars at once from a dealer that is locked.

According to reports, the thief is a two-person entry to the dealership after the break the lock and use power tools to remove the wheel.

Losses from theft is estimated at 18 thousand pounds or the equivalent of 268 million. Lucky actor hurried caught before eliminating evidence.

"The thief was caught. Aftermath officers did a great job in pursuit of the perpetrators. Teams try to gather key evidence, track down the two actors and eventually bring them to justice," said DC Mark Ansdell.

This case certainly adds to the long list of theft involving dealers in the UK. Last report, a flock of thieves prowl Vauxhall dealers in Buckinghamshire. 12 units Vauxhall Corsa stripped of its parts such as bumpers, headlights and velgnya.

This Lamborghini Design Student Results



MILAN - Lamborghini continues to develop in generating a best supercars in the world. One of the development undertaken is in terms of design.

Italian manufacturer is working there with Mohammad Hossein Amini Yekta students Scuola Politecnica di Design (SPD), a design school based in Milan, Italy.

Reported Carbuzz, of cooperation that exists, was born a very exotic car design and looks very aggressive. This car is named Lamborghini Ganador.

This model offers a very aggressive design. It was clear from the firm line that are served. At least the executor is split into two sections that the main thing that the top and bottom. It was evident from the difference in color is presented.

Surrounding slashes Ganador body is indented with a window into to reduce wind resistance.

This design was first seen on Bertones Stratos Zero Concept in 1970 which was also the result of a design student. This design is inspired Lamborghini supercar in creating an elegant figure.

Friday, April 12, 2013

Create Ads, Audi Wear Pieces Movie Iron Man 3



BERLIN-A number of Audi cars took part in the latest film Iron Man 3, one of which is the R8. But before the official launch of the film Iron Man 3, on the 3rd May, the Audi has put a few scenes for the movie Iron Man 3 promo purposes of the latest model Audi R8.

As reported by Carscoop, the Audi R8 is the latest ad, the star of Iron Man 3, Tony Stark, played by actor Robert Downey Jr., will be driving an Audi R8 e-tron coupe for a leisurely walk around the city.

German carmaker is hoping the ads could be a promotional event for the Audi R8, which is already on sale in the United States.

Interestingly the Audi did not make this promo ad from scratch, but Audi uses the original pieces of the film Iron Man 3.

2014 Audi R8 is equipped with a few changes to the exterior and interior, including front and rear lights use LEDs, and more important is the introduction of the latest transmission S tronic seven-speed.

The new Audi R8 can accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in 5 seconds thanks to support v10 plus mechanical heart that can power up to 550 hp heal.

The price for the latest Audi R8 is priced starting from USD 114 900 or equivalent to Rp 1.1 Billion for Coupe models with a V8 engine, while the Audi R8 with V10 engine is priced at USD 179 645 plus or Rp 1.7 billion.

Constrained Cost, Production Car Esemka Stunted



SOLO - The lack of fresh funds owned by PT Solo Creative Manufacturing (CMS) to make the process of car assembly Esemka various variants become obstructed.

In order to continue the assembly process Esemka various variants in the car repair shop owned by PT Solo Creative Manufacturing (SMK), requiring approximately 100 billion fresh funds.

Director of Marketing, who also doubles as the Public Relations of PT SMK Patient Budi said the amount of funds required in order to produce cars Esemka, make it seeks additional funding to attract a number of local investors.

"Funds are needed at this time, around Rp100 billion. Yeah, we do need fresh funds to optimize the assembly process Esemka in Solo," Sabar said Budi, Director of Marketing, who also doubles as the Public Relations of PT SMK, told reporters, in Solo, Java middle, Friday (04/12/2013).

Currently, funds in the garage car assembly Esemka PT SMK approximately 30-40 percent of cooperatives supported by the SMK, which consists of 580 small and medium scale cooperatives.

Added Patience, the cost of assembling a domestically made cars like this Esemka does require substantial funding. This, because the price of components such as engine parts and car body part still imported overseas.

"One unit of the car, usually requires assembly and finishing costs around Rp135 million. Yet again, the car tax and operating cost of about 5 percent," he explained. While waiting for investors who are really interested to invest in PT SMK, "he explained.

Two concepts of cooperation, added Patience, had prepared it. The first is a joint venture with revenue sharing approximately 30 percent for PT SMK then rest for investors.

Second, cooperation with local entrepreneurs, could be established premises using the concept of soft loans like banks with SME.

For the loans, he said, until now there are 20 investors who are interested in cooperation with PT SMK.

"And the joint venture, there are investors from Semarang and Jakarta are engaged in manufacturing components and manufacturing. We are now looking into, which is the most appropriate funding applied for car assembly in PT SMK," he explained.

Asked about his readiness to accept orders 8,000 cars out of the city, he claimed pessimistic can be done at once.

PT SMK claims will send the car Esemka Bima orders worth Rp90 million to Dumai, Cilegon and Kediri. Time delivery, no later than the end of this month.

Grasp your Ford Focus Car Title Bestselling



DEARBORN - With just reporting final data Polk registration global market in 2012, the Ford Focus was officially crowned as the best-selling passenger car in the world, the Ford F-Series pickup to get third place and into the Ford Fiesta ranked as the best-selling subcompact car.

Focus compact car sales totaled 1,020,410 cars worldwide leader in automotive data and trend projections this. Increase the market for Focus driven by consumer demand in China and the United States.

Registration in China rose 51 percent last year in which the market is absorbing more than one of the four Focus vehicles sold globally by Polk registration data. Focus sales in the U.S. increased 40 percent in 2012, also contributing to global growth this car.

In addition to the best-selling vehicle earned the world as a whole, the data also confirm that Polk Ford Fiesta earned the top spot as the best-selling subcompact car globally, with 723 130 registrations last year. Overall, Ford small car registration - Fiesta and Focus - achieving a total of 1,743,540 vehicles in 2012, according to Polk.

"Focus and Fiesta is the culmination of the strategy of our One Ford global product," said Jim Farley, Ford's Executive Vice President, Global Marketing, Sales and Service and Lincoln.

"Our global products evoke emotions in consumers - especially in the segment of the most competitive and best-selling - with a unique combination of fuel efficiency, high quality, content rich and personality fun-to-drive. Through One Ford, we can provide economies of scale and value fantastic to customers around the world. " he added.

Global new vehicle registrations for the F-Series truck totaled 785,630 last year, placing it in ranked No.. 3 among all vehicles sold worldwide. F-Series pickup has been the best-selling American for 36 years in a row.

"Since its launch in China in late March of last year, sales of the Focus continues to strengthen. Mobil is now ranked the best-selling passenger cars in China in 2012 for the first time," said Farley.

"With the additional production capacity added last year, now we have a great opportunity to further strengthen our global small car sales in 2013, with initial sales have been very strong." Farley closed.

Thursday, April 11, 2013

Four Japanese manufacturers Pull 3.4 Million Cars



TOKYO - Announced Thursday (04/11/2013), four Japanese manufacturers, Toyota, Nissan, Honda and Mazda-yack will conduct a campaign to attract a total of millions of their vehicles due to the problem with the airbag.

Previously there were five cases in Japan and the U.S. which shows the airbag does not work perfectly, Toyota said there are parts of the airbag that indicated a technical defect that could cause the airbags inflate and rupture with abnormally during an impact, so as quoted by NBC.

Airbags will be filled with excessive pressure, the result of iron materials on inflator will rupture, fragments can get out of the airbag and potentially injuring passengers.

This is a parts manufacturer Takata, they are used in the production of all cars will be subject to recall. Toyota will attract 1.73 million vehicles around the world, as many as 1.14 million units of Honda, and Nissan as many as 480 thousand units, while Mazda will recall 45,500 units of the vehicle, as reported by Reuters. Replacement parts will only take one to two hours for all models.

But it said also, the new Takata informed that the unit will be replaced only 2 million vehicles. This difference has not received official assurance, while the Toyota statement on airbag issue is not likely to involve more number of vehicles.

Diler Hyundai Samarinda dresser Yourself



SAMARINDA - improvement and adjustment display Show Room and Workshop entire network in the country to be one of the main focus of PT Hyundai Mobil Indonesia (HMI).

This time, the official opening outlets HMI standard Corporate Identity (CI) and Showroom Identity (SI) Hyundai in Samarinda, East Kalimantan.

Dealership is located in M Yamin RT 27 Street , Samarinda is the 20th outlet built by Hyundai showroom display in accordance with the CI and SI Hyundai, effective operations for customers in Samarinda and the surrounding area.

To Hyundai Show Room and Workshop display following his service in the entire network completeness Hyundai Indonesia, is one of the important components in building the brand image of Hyundai in Indonesia.

"The addition of the amount of tissue and the development of Hyundai in Indonesia in accordance with the standard CI and SI, such as the Hyundai Samarinda, will remain a focus of PT Hyundai Mobil Indonesia with partners and business partners to focus and concern for the development of Hyundai in Indonesia," said President Director of HMI Jongkie D. Sugiarto in his official statement to Okezone.

Hyundai Samarinda have facilities 3S (Sales, Service, Spare part), which are ready to serve new customers in the region as well as for consumers Samarinda loyal Hyundai owners.

Fastest Car title Still seizure



New York - Not long ago, Guinness World Records has stripped the title of the fastest production cars ever held by the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport. This title revoked due to violation of the death indicated limiting speed during the test done.

American producers, Washington, more precisely, SSC (formerly known as Shelby Supercars) has been put before the Veyron speed record of 412 217 km / hour. The Ultimate Aero achieved a record with 1,183 HP engine on the highway, and witnessed by the public at large.

"It was not our plan to seize records. While we waited for the Tuatara will hit a record fastest out there," said Jerod Shelby SSC inventors on its website.

Tuatara seems too long, last week Hennessey coming from Texas claiming their car, the Venom GT is taking the platform of the Lotus Elise has run as fast as 427.6 km / h on one of the runways in California. Hennessey object of attainment Bugatti Veyron record 430.98 km / h is false because used cars have speed limiting only to 415 km / h.

Venom GT record was never recorded Guinness World Records, but his statement about Bugatti made ​​the world record collecting organizations make provision that the modifications to the limiting speed means breaking the rules.

But it does not stop there, Guinness revoke degrees the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport and review the categories of "production car" even further. The result, as reported by FoxNews (4/11/13), there is no record holder for the fastest production car category in the world, including the Ultimate Aero.

Draw attention to the automobile manufacturers creating vehicles that can run the numbers seem unlikely to happen, we'll wait until next time who will be the fastest car in the entire universe.

Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Daihatsu in Indonesia Production Reaches 3 Million Units



JAKARTA-In the age to 35 years, PT Astra Daihatsu Motor (ADM) celebrates the achievement of production of 3 million units since the first production in 1978 ago.

Daihatsu establish initial investment stamping plant in 1978, followed by engine plant in 1983, and the establishment of a single agent and importer company Daihatsu vehicles in 1987.

The three companies merged in 1992 into PT Astra Daihatsu Motor as the holder of Daihatsu brand in Indonesia.

"ADM apply the concept of SSC (Simple, Slim, and Compact) on all of its production facilities. However, has been equipped with an integrated facility that is able to perform all vehicle production processes include processes Stamping, Welding, Painting and Assembling," said Director of Manufacturing ADM Pongky Prabowo at the ADM plant in Sunter, North Jakarta, Wednesday (04/10/2014).

Achievement of 3 million units of production is contributed by products Daihatsu Xenia and Toyota Avanza as much as 1,518,726 units, Daihatsu Terios and Toyota Rush 272 637 units, Daihatsu Gran Max, Luxio, Town Ace-Lite Ace as much as 305 137 units, and the remaining 925,172 units contributed by previous models.

This achievement was also noted by the Indonesian Record Museum (MURI) as the Company's first car assembly production reached 3 million units.

"Achievement is the production of 3 million units milestone, in the development of this because of ADM for making it the largest automotive manufacturers in Indonesia," said President Director of ADM, Sudirman MR.

Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Because the image Mr P, Nurburgring Circuit Closed



Nurburg - Nurburgring Circuit was forced to shut down from all of his activities as a phenomenal event. Picture plastered penis measuring 4 feet, complete with a white ex-ejaculation, graced the asphalt circuit.

Reportedly Worldcarfans (09/04/2013), the circuit board will have to exert a lot of cleaning to disinfect the surface of the vehicle circuits together with the police who said the Nurburgring to be closed for 90 minutes.

Police say a group of people who use approximately 20 cans of white paint, cover the warning line and making it dangerous for those who want to surround circuitry.

The circuit is located in western Germany has a length of 5,148 km long, is often used Nurburgring circuit Formula One race, 100km Nurburgring, Nurburgring 24 Hours, DTM, GP2 and Formula 3.

The most famous is the Nordschleife, along 20.81 kilometers with 154 bends, the degree of difficulty to make a lot of manufacturers to test their products before mass produced cars.

The incident is very embarrassing and disappointing at the same time, but when the weather conditions are perfect to accelerate the vehicle around the circuit. Graffiti is indeed a matter of course, even more occasional riders who signed his name, but this is exceptional.

Parking for the Disabled in place, the Minister Criticized



CARDIFF- George Osborne, Chancellor of the Exchequer, received a storm of criticism when knowingly parked his car in the disabled spot belongs to, the fact is captured in a photograph that was launched Dailymail (09/04/2013).

The Minister looks stopped to buy her lunch at a fast-food restaurant after his visit to Cardiff. Arriving in the parking lot, while waiting for the minister, Land Rover driver parked his car in the parking lot for the Disabled.

As rumored reliable sources, the Minister revealed in front of the door, then immediately went to buy the fast food. When the boss is not there, the driver was parked in the Handicap.

"The minister will not forgive anyone who intentionally disabled parking in the area. But he did not know about this incident." he explained.

While another eyewitness said, "I can not believe it, not so crowded parking lot, there is still plenty of space for public parking." he says.

Richard Hawkes, Scope of charity claims that this incident indicates how people with disabilities are not touched in the UK. It was also likened to rubbing salt in the wound that makes disability is a victim of welfare reform.

It is understandable if the driver is a police officer and is actually legal to park anywhere. But this incident became the campaign with disabilities, they use it to protest due to welfare funds withheld by the government, and accusing Osborne arrogant.

They also added a scene when Osborne decided to sit in the first class when boarding the train, he had only enough for a standard class ticket. George Osborne just said he did not know anything about it.

This figure He Maserati Ghibli



BOLOGNA - Instead of seeking to give a surprise when the mat Shanghai Auto Show 2013 which will take place on April 20, 2013, the manufacturer Maserati even cheated. Maserati Ghibli photo leaked by AutoForum coming from Czech state.

Reported by Carscoop, Tuesday (09/04/2013) The Italian manufacturer has promised to show an official photo of Ghibli ahead of the biggest automotive exhibition in China it. But what about to say, a picture is still questionable first appeared.

Maserati Ghibli built on premium sedans Quattroporte. Although located one level below the Quattroporte models offer exclusivity with engine performance is no less fierce.

Ghibli has a shorter dimension and compact than the Quattroporte. The car is claimed to offer performance above average. Therefore this car is suitable for those who crave power over the car with the BMW 5-Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class

The news that blow Ghibli will be armed with a turbocharged V6 and V8 engines for. Both engines will be mated with a ZF eight-speed automatic transmission.

Monday, April 8, 2013

Google Makes inventor Tesla Model S So Batmobile



CALIFORNIA - modification on vehicles is usually always depends on the needs and desires of the owner. Inventor of the world's largest search site, Google, Sergey Brin, has a unique taste in cars Tesla Model S hers.

Men born 21 August 1973 21 special modifying his car to mark the beginning of April that is usually filled with the April Fool's joke. Tesla Model S his physique changed with the addition of the Batman logo on the hood, wings on both rear fenders are similar to the style Batmobile.

Whole body covered with bright pink color, and if considered in more detail, wheels are used on this car has a Google emblem.

The picture above was taken when her glasses while using Google, along with a friend driving around town with the sunroof open.

At the moment Google is developing several feature projects in the car, such as self-driving car and Glass eyewear Google, the search engine company's employees nicknamed "Batman".

"If only she used all her costume may be the Batman skill he was able to quickly find an alternative to Google reader," as quoted by Yahoo (04/05/2013).

Soaring demand, production Ford Kuga Up



DETROIT - Ford Motor Company recently announced it will increase production of sport utility vehicle (SUV) Kuga as the car continues to surge in demand in mainland Europe.

Reported by autoevolution, Monday (04/08/2013) SUV from the United States is getting rave reviews in the country of Queen Elizabeth, England. This was evidenced by booking this type of vehicle that reached 8 thousand subscribers.

"Significant increase in production is a very promising start. With this achievement we hope to bring the Ford EcoSport and Ford Edge to Europe in the future," said vice president of sales and marketing of Ford Europe, Roelant de Waard.

Kuga is equipped with a mechanical heart EcoBoost 1.6-liter is capable of blowing power 180 PS with 240 Nm of torque. The engine mated to a six-speed SelectShift automatic transmission with Sport Mode

A number of advanced features have been pinned on this car as Torque Vectoring Control, AdvanceTrac with Roll stabillity Control and Curve Control.

As for matters of security features, you do not need to doubt. Ford Kuga has bagged a five-star Euro NCAP rating. Airbags, start button and Ford SYNC became standard feature cars from the United States.

Tomorrow, All New Kia Sorento Official pave



JAKARTA - The presence of the latest generation Kia Sorento in the country is getting close only. PT Kia Mobil Indonesia (KMI) made ​​sure to launch all-new Sorento on 9 April 2013, tomorrow.

In Okezone received official invitations, challenger Toyota Fortuner, Chevrolet Captiva and Mitsubishi Pajero will be launched in one shopping center in Central Jakarta.

IMA itself has not given exact price for the all-new Sorento. But predictions Sorento will be released with a tag of Rp375 million to Rp380 million. The price is competitive when compared with its competitors.

To note, a myriad of advanced features have been embedded within the Sorento as a panoramic sunroof, dual zone climate control air conditioning, keyless entry with alarm and immobilizer, escort and welcome lamp, auto cruise control, foot parking brake, and unscrew the gas using the button.

About the mechanical heart, Sorento Theta II gasoline engine equipped with, which has a capacity of 2,400 cc. Engine capable of producing power to reach 176 PS. Engine combined with a six-speed automatic transmission with shiftronic.

Sunday, April 7, 2013

Mitsubishi Mirage Sedan Production Soon



NEW YORK - Mitsubisi display variant newest concept, Mirage Sedan at New York Auto Show 2013. This model has previously been introduced at the Bangkok Motor Show 2013.

Mitsubishi Mirage Sedan Concept is called by the name G4, while its introduction in the event the Bangkok Motor Show. Japanese manufacturers are calling it a compact sedan with superior fuel efficiency.

Its base is taken from the Mirage hatchback. Reportedly, after appearing at the New York Auto Show, this concept model will soon go into production and touch all the global markets worldwide.

Like the Mirage, Mirage Sedan main point of this is an impressive fuel efficiency. With the combination of RISE (Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution) in the body, making the lighter weight.

Car engines still use a machine with a capacity of 1.2 liter with a CVT automatic transmission. The same engine used in the Mirage hatchback models, except the hatchback models available manual transmission.

Range Rover Evoque Convertible Display Only



LONDON - Land Rover has decided not to produce the Range Rover Evoque Convertible. The reason, the Evoque Convertible has a small niche market.

Range Rover Evoque Convertible has been officially introduced to the public in concept form at the Geneva Motor Show 2012: behind. Previously mentioned, the Land Rover Evoque Convertible has plans to produce this.

But lately, Land Rover pulling back the plan. Land Rover Evoque Convertible worry of interest is still limited. For this reason that the Range Rover Evoque Convertible will not be mass produced.

Furthermore, Land Rover will focus on models with a panoramic sunroof. The model was considered more tempting market, compared with a model without a roof.

Thus, if the Range Rover Evoque Convertible concept was decided only status, the Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet, which is still a major player in the SUV class convertible.

Range Rover Evoque Convertible weighs 75 kilograms heavier than the standard model. This model was developed by the Land Rover design director Gerry McGovern and his team.

The Range Rover Evoque featuring a retractable roof system with roll-over protection. Crossover is equipped with a camera, park assist, terrain response, touch-screen infotainment system measuring 8 inc, Meridian audio system and 21-inch alloy wheels.

Arrival turn the Goodwood McLaren P1



LONDON - McLaren P1 continues charisma. This time, the latest supercar from McLaren will be performing at the event Goodwood Festival of Speed ​​2013.

Previously, McLaren P1 has introduced itself to the world in the event the Geneva Motor Show 2013. P1 is the featured model that has been mass produced officially.

The McLaren themselves only produce as many as 375 units P1. Reportedly, McLaren P1 is already sold almost everything. P1 is priced at USD1, 150 million.

McLaren P1 uses the same engine as the McLaren MP4-12C and 12C Spider. V8 engine with a capacity of 3.8 liter twin-turbo. Engine produces power 737 HP (542 kW) and torque of 720 Nm (531 lb-ft).

Not only that, there are electric motors that provide extra power of 179 HP (132 kW) and torque of 260 Nm (192 lb-ft). Owned a total output of 916 HP P1 (674 kW) and torque of 900 Nm (663 lb-ft).

Power transmitted to the wheels by a seven-speed Graziano transmission, dual clutch. McLaren P1 is able to record the acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h (62 mph) in less than three seconds with a top speed of 350 km / h (217 mph).

Saturday, April 6, 2013

Maserati GranTurismo Sport Present in Indonesia



JAKARTA - After the Maserati GranTurismo Sport has been present greet Malaysian public in early February, is now a car with two-door coupe models of this can be enjoyed in Indonesia.

PT. Tiara Automotive Light as the official distributor Maserati GranTurismo Maserati launched in Pondok Pinang, Jakarta, Saturday (06/04/2013).

Maserati GranTurismo Sport comes with a naturally aspirated engine to get the maximum power and torque output of the 4.7 liter V8 engines 32 valves. Surge of energy to reach 338 KW (460CV) at 7,000 rpm, while maximum torque to 520Nm at 4,750 rpm range. GranTurismo Sport can accelerate from 0-100 km / h in just 4.7 seconds, maximum speed reached 300 km / hour.

Maserati GranTurismo comes with two transmission options, Electro-Actuated six-speed or six-speed automatic transmission.

GranTurismo Sport directly bring GranTurismo car tradition that has become the most successful models in the history of Maserati. Since its debut at the Geneva Motor Show in 2007, the 15,000 units owned GranTurismo consumers around the world.

Last year GranTurismo models dominate 44 percent of the total sales of Maserati. America is still the dominant market with sales of 900 units, while China and Italy following behind.

"Maserati GranTurismo Sport is actually a facelift version of the GranTurismo S but we prefer to call this new model because the overall appearance is very different. Simply put there are differences in the appearance of a more devoted body kit car aura strong performance, in contrast to the more elegant GranTurismo S, "said Irvino Edwardly, Chief Executive Officer of Maserati Indonesia.

Friday, April 5, 2013

Volvo V40 Up to China



BEIJING - Volvo V40 to be one of the premium hatchback that offers advanced features with charming designs. This car started teasing Asian market via China.

Reported Carnewschina, Friday (05/04/2013) Swedish manufacturer Volvo V40 will be launched in the Bamboo Curtain country on 16 April 2013. While the V40 Cross Country is rumored to be followed later this year.

Volvo V40 is offered with a choice of the 2.0 turbo 5-cylinder engine capable of blowing power up to 178 horsepower with a peak torque of 300 Nm.

Volvo V40 is present in China to rival the Audi A3, Mercedes-Benz A-Class, and BMW 1-Series. In China, Volvo V40 prices range from 240 thousand yuan, equivalent to Rp377 million to 320 thousand yuan or Rp503 million.

The car was imported directly from Sweden, Volvo itself has no plan to produce locally.

The manufacturer Geely Volvo itself will build a factory in Chengdu. The plant will start production of Volvo S60L, Volvo XC60 and a small sedan that is still a secret.

This Golf Cars Most Okay



FLORIDA - Previous Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May of Top Gear guides once said, if only the golfers want to sell golf clubs and their polyester pants, then had enough money to start a racing career rallycross. But if they remain stubborn, at least buy a vehicle like this for golf car replacement.

Need an airy and green field area for each game of golf is usually only done at noon today. Another important thing is the golf car, this vehicle serves to facilitate carrying golf bags and other equipment move from hole to hole, as well as protect the golfers from the heat of the sun.

The breadth of the golf course and golf carts conventional manner raises interesting ideas and ultimately underlie the creation of this vehicle. Published on topgear website (03/04/2013), a standard golf car that has been modified by using a drive system owned hovercraft, the result is a vehicle capable of passing through grass, sand, and silt traps, lakes, and even almost all surfaces in the field.

Trunk space becomes larger, so its capacity to be larger as well. Because of its ability to float in the air, the trail left by 33 times thinner than a human, it is safer to grass.

Hovercraft golf was developed by professional golfer, Bubba Watson (34), the hope was that this vehicle can be selected in any golf course in the world.

Next Year Honda reveal Jazz Diesel



NEW DELHI - Honda will bring forth new variant of Honda Jazz with a diesel engine in 2014.

As reported Carwale, the presence of this new diesel Jazz confirmed directly by the President and CEO of Honda Car India, Hironori Kanayama. Hinori also said Honda will launch five new variants in the next three years.

Honda will likely make the Jazz Crossover 2014 and will be the second diesel model of Honda Brio. The new model will use the same engine as the Honda Brio i-DTEC engine capacity of 1.5 liters.

With the endorsement machine, Jazz can produce power of 100 PS with maximum torque of 200 NM. The power will be sent to the front wheels via a five-speed manual transmission.

Diesel fuel efficiency Jazz is equipped with ARAI certified fuel efficiency sebesarr 25.8 km / l. Reportedly Crossover Jazz diesel will be a direct competitor of Suzuki Ertiga in India.

Thursday, April 4, 2013

Mercedes Build Crossover Offers



FRANKFURT - Mercedes-Benz helped Renault-Nissan will launch a subcompact car that will be in a new class. The model is named X-Class.

According to German media, this car will be labeled price of 20 thousand euros, or about Rp250 million. Will be directly competing with the BMW MINI and Audi A1. X-Class will fill the space between the Smart and Mercedes A and B Class.

The unit will be the first crossover SUV style. X-Class instantly became challengers Audi Q2. Base using a subcompact crossover Renault captur, possibly slide in 2018.

The next model is a subcompact minivan with a sigh of relief, a smaller form of the Mercedes B-Class. Using the latest generation basik subcompact hatchback Renault Clio.

Development for 5 years, Mercedes-Benz did not want to create a version of the Renault-Nissan facelift that already exist. But the choice is to make a new model. Both models will be given a three-cylinder gasoline engine and diesel.

Mercedes also revealed as quoted Autobild (4/4/13/2013), formerly Mercy menyiutkan thinking and replace the production of A Class and replace it with a crossover, but the assessment of the cost will be even greater. Another option is to use Smart generation but its architecture is said to be so flexible.

Cheap prices contained in the X-Class is the intention of this unit will be created with front-wheel drive system, making the Mercedes-Benz global production target of 100,000 to 150,000 units for each model.

Hot Wheels Camaro at the Indianapolis Edition



DETROIT - Chevrolet Camaro will present the Hot Wheels Edition convertible version this year. This new model will be launched on 26 May, to coincide with the 500 Festival at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

As quoted Inautonews, Hot Wheels Edition Chevrolet Camaro Convertible will have a bright metallic color scheme, then the red line on the wheel. There are also special graphics, a touch of black on the hood up to the stern.

Hot Wheels logo attached fenders and fuel tank cap. Some other changes further confirmed characteristic of muscle cars. All of these changes are expected to attract the interest of consumers.

In addition to the changes mentioned above, the new Chevrolet Camaro Hot Wheels Edition Convertible also has a front splitter, front grille higher, new side skirts, and rear spoiler. As well as 21-inch black wheels taken from the Camaro ZL1.

The interior design gets a touch of leather with black stitching and red, Hot Wheels logo embroidered neatly in the seat. Hot Wheels flame accents on each door, and the black instrument panel dikelir.

Venom GT Break Speed ​​Record Bugatti Veyron



CALIFORNIA - The competition for the title of the world's fastest production car is still continuing. To be completed by the contestant with the most variants are rare, very expensive, made ​​by hand, the group is populated by players who did not seem realistic, just like a speed record that has been solved.

Hennessey Venom GT thwart a record which was previously recorded by the Bugatti Veyron. On February 9, 2013, at the foundation of American Naval Air, California, Venom GT managed to record his name in the Guinness World Records as the fastest production car, accelerates and eventually reached 427.6 km / h.

Venom GT is a heavily modified version of the Lotus Elise. Applied modifications a significant effect on the overall performance of the Venom GT, this car also had a record Guinness World Records as the fastest production car in the world that can run from 0-300 km / h, just 13.63 seconds in January. Two titles Hennessey Venom GT is confirmed as the fastest car you can buy in the market.

"Veyron Super Sport doing 431 km / h, but Bugatti has just the speed limit to 415 km / h. While Venom GT can reach 427 km / h, meaning it is a production car that can be purchased for the wider community," said Founder and President of Hennessey Performance , John Hennessey.

Venom GT priced price $ 1, 2 million or about Rp11, 7 billion, and only 29 units will be produced. Cardiac pacemaker equipped with 7.0-liter LS9 V8 engine assisted by the presence of twin turbochargers.

Vent engine 1244 horsepower and 1155 lb-ft of torque at 19 psi (1.3 bar) boost levels. All the power is only used to move 1244 pounds of total weight Hennessey Venom GT.

Wednesday, April 3, 2013

All New Honda Jazz Have Features City-Stop



TOKYO- Honda will be joined by other manufacturers already offer features automatic braking at low speeds. This feature can help the typical urban driving.

Referred to as the Honda City-Active Brake System, the development of this technology as well as other competitors such as Volvo and Volkswagen Group and Ford.

As with other competitive features, the primary function of the City-Active Brake System is to make the car stop suddenly to avoid an accident at low speed.

Feature to work when the speed is 30 km / h. Using laser functions contained in the windscreen to monitor the road, the possibility of collision. Sensors provide immediate form of audio and visual warnings. If the driver still does not respond then the car will brake itself, to prevent or at least lessen the impact.

It differentiates from the Honda City-Active Brake System This is an additional feature that starts working from 0-6 km / h to avoid any potential accidents from objects in front of the start acceleration.

The system will calculate whether the driver presses the gas pedal too hard or detect the presence of objects that are four feet in front of the car. Once again, the warning comes on before the City-Active Brake System to stop the machine to prevent further speeding car.

Msn reported (4/3/13), for the first version will immerse Honda Honda City features Active Brake System to debut All-New Honda Jazz to be marketed in Japan this year, while another variant outside of Japan was still not mentioned.

Suzuki SX4 Facelift Appears in China



BEIJING - Ahead of the automotive exhibition Shanghai Auto Show which will take place later this month, the manufacturer Suzuki instantly seductive figure through the latest generation of crossover SX4.

This model has undergone a refresher on the exterior and interior to make it look more attractive. Unfortunately, only limited changes made minor changes.

Reported Chinacarnews, Wednesday (03/04/2013) after the official debut by China's biggest automotive exhibition, the SX4 facelift is prepared to immediately marketed.

Looks forward new SX4 comes more dynamic by bringing new designs. Headlights, grille and bumper new touch that makes a modern impression so pronounced. Furthermore wheel designs have also undergone a refresher.

In the sector of kitchen runway like no change. China Suzuki offers two options namely a 1.6-liter engine with an output of 109 hp and a 1.8 liter with power reaching 131 hp. Both engines are mated to a five-speed manual transmission or four-speed automatic.

Reportedly there was no change in price for the new model. In the Bamboo Curtain country, SX4 removed at 85,900 Yuan (Rp134 million) to 134,800 yuan (Rp211 million).

Maserati Ghibli continued to tease Shanghai



BOLOGNA- Maserati publicly flirting with the release of the latest images from Ghibli. The plan, Maserati Ghibli will be released next month on the mat Shanghai Auto Show 2013.

As quoted topspeed, Wednesday (04/03/2013), Ghibli is a new Maserati line-up. Ghibli is not the rejuvenation of the old models of Maserati. The model seems to refer to the new sports sedan Maserati.

Maserati Ghibli itself has been tested several times in recent months. Outstanding images also seen cars that are covered sheath is shaped sedan with four doors.

Maserati Ghibli will be built on the same platform as the Maserati Quattroporte. However, Ghibli offered with a larger engine.

Ghibli is equipped with a turbocharged V6 and V8 engines to date. Both engines will be mated with a ZF eight-speed automatic transmission. More details will be presented during the event the Shanghai Auto Show.

Monday, April 1, 2013

Soon, the Lexus LF-LC Production Version



TOKYO-After the display at the Detroit Auto Show 2012 ago, the concept model of the Lexus LF-LC is ready to enter the production line and sold globally.

As disclosed Lexus Vice President, Brian Smith, told Ward's Auto, the Lexus LF-LC concept has been confirmed or given the green light for mass production.

"Lexus LF-LC is a concept car that surprised everyone, including us. When Japan said the response was exceptional against this model, the Lexus decided to bring it to the production line," said Brian Smith told Ward's Auto, Monday (1/4 / 2013).

Unfortunately Smith did not reveal fuller details, such as when it will be produced or how much the price for the production version of the LF-LC's models. The website speculates name GT production of the new model will be a Lexus LC 550.

According to reports circulating that the price will be pegged to the latest model Lexus is more than USD 100 thousand, equivalent to Rp972 million. With the price of this model is predicted to be a candidate for the successor to the Lexus SC 430

Rumors circulated this model will be equipped with a hybrid V8 powertrain, mated to eight-speed automatic transmission. Power is sent to rear wheel drive system.

Unsold, Australian Motor Show Canceled



MELBOURNE-The organizers canceled plans to hold Australian Motor Show 2013. Should this event berhelat in the city of Melbourne, but the event was canceled three months before the opening, as reported cardesignnews (01.03.13).

Bergugurannya participants and the absence of some sole agent (ATPM) is a major problem occurs.

"Based sunglasses automotive industry, with limited marketing budgets in 2013, every company says more focus on internal activities rather than spending money for the motor industry show," said Event Director, Russ Tyrie.

The final decision of the Volkswagen (VW) is not taking part, followed by the Hyundai though at the beginning of said states could participate. In the absence of VW as well say, a total of 20 automotive brands will not be present at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre.

This decision does not reflect the official sales data that said the automotive industry was healthy atmosphere. Data issued by the Australian Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) at the beginning of this month showed 85,430 passenger cars, SUVs and commercial cars were sold in January, up 11.3 percent or 8647 units compared to the same period last year.

Tyrie refused to say glory automotive Australia has been exhausted, the cancellation of the mat Motor Show in 2013 as Australia are following the global trend that has occurred in recent years, in which the city does not have to have a Motor Show. This trend can be demonstrated if you look at the city of London, Zagreb, and Amsterdam.

Those concerned about Australia's automotive content was disappointed with the cancellation of a similar event, such as in Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth in the last five years. While Sydney and Melbourne imposed as an alternative event experienced similar things.

Porsche 918 Spyder Got Horse Power 874



MUNICH- Porsche was designing a future variant of the 918 Spyder. Unmitigated, the 918 Spyder is going to hold engine capable of spraying power reached 875 horsepower.

This time in its development, the Porsche 918 Spyder will be assisted by members TeamSpeed​​. Previously, Ferrari and McLaren LaFerrari P1 is also aided by the same team.

As reported Inautonews, the production version of the Porsche 918 Spyder will get added power output of 795 BHP (593 kW) to 875 BHP (652 kW). The addition of this power thanks to the use of a V8 engine with a capacity of 4.6 liters.

Thus, supercar 'green' or environmentally friendly is prepared for testing bulldoze Nurburgring circuit in Germany, less than seven minutes.

Production of the final version of the Porsche 918 Spyder production version will look different from the pre-production version of the concept that was on display. 918 Spyder will look more slender and simple.

Porsche supercar will also be made ​​using four-wheel steering system. Porsche 918 Spyder will be paired for LaFerrari compete with Ferrari and McLaren P1.

The latest model of the Porsche 918 Spyder will be introduced to the public in September 2013, or rather at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2013, the premier debut.

Apple Buy Fisker, iCar Release 2015



CALIFORNIA - After Henrik Fisker leaves council Fisker Automotive, the company that he built himself, it seems there is no hope of this company will continue to run. This condition is exacerbated by the withdrawal of buyers from China.

Karma is one of the Fisker electric vehicle production with a wonderful design that we can find in the market. Although the kitchen sector runway not get revised, still force 400 HP with aluminum frame still reliable.

Good news came in today, as reported by autoevolution (01/03/13)-based technology giant Apple bought Fisker Automotive. Apple promises an investment of $ 1 billion just for the next three years, and according to their plan to launch iCar in 2015.

Birth of Fisker's first car + Apple will be a compact sedan, and will be followed by an SUV and convertible models. All models will be equipped with only one seat as standardization. Of course, all cars can be bought at all Apple Store.

Apple Company has made ​​the big leap to realize their dreams in the automotive industry with an environmentally friendly vehicle. When assessing what has been done on the Apple iPhone series, it is not impossible Fisker iCar will become worldwide hits.

Ford Fiesta Facelift Landing in China


BEIJING - China's automotive market to be one market that is very sexy. So do not be surprised if many competing manufacturers debut new models in the country with the largest population in the world.


One of the automaker's new model is Ford. Manufacturers from the United States was launched Ford Fiesta facelift.

In China, the latest generation of Fiesta is offered in two models of the sedan and hatchback. This model comes dalan two types of engines including 1.3-liter and 1.5-liter. The machine is offered in a choice of six-speed manual transmission and five-speed automatic.

Reported by autoevolution, Monday (04/01/2013) Ford Fiesta facelift is manufactured in China by the company in cooperation Chang'an-Ford.

's Blowing, Fiesta ST will follow in May. The model will be equipped EcoBoost engine 1.6 is capable of blowing power up to 180 hp. This model will also be locally produced in China.