Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Saleen Mustang throws 351 in Los Angeles

Saleen Mustang throws 351:The North American preparadora Saleen presents the Hall of Los Angeles (USA) the Saleen 351 Mustang, the first model produced by preparadora after the iconic Steve Saleen returned to command.

Under the hood is installed a 351 V8 that delivers no less than 710 hp. This power is developed thanks to the supercharger 296 created by the preparadora. To handle all that power the transmission has to be competitive, with six-speed and high-performance clutch.

The wheels on the 351 are 20-inch tires with sticky competition. To stop the cavalry, the brake system of competition has 15-inch discs, larger wheels than cars. The suspension also received preparations to stay consistent with the footprint of the car.

In aesthetics, the 351 Mustang shows that came with vents that let the butterflies admission shows red. Carbon fiber is also used without restraint, front, side skirts and rear diffuser. The preparadora has not released the price of the new model.

Two new engines for the 2014 Ford Fiesta

2014 ford fiesta In preparation for the auto show in Los Angeles, Ford unveiled two new engines that will be shipped in its subcompact Fiesta. This city will thus his proposal to spend three mills. It became suddenly, second car (with Smart) to be offered in our market with a mechanical three-cylinder. Performance enthusiasts will fall back on the ST, a more offender who target the Mini Cooper S.

Fiesta model year 2014 will then grow its catalog of options to make it very competitive. Its range of engines, the most comprehensive segment, will in theory to bridge the gap between the two poles of fuel economy and performance. The four-cylinder 1.6-liter (120 hp) which équipait since its debut in North America is in the plans.

The arrival of the three-cylinder turbocharged EcoBoost family member appears surprising at first sight. A small displacement for a continent that is still in love with large volumes, there seems to be lost in this mode of downsizing. On paper, however, the decision is expected. With a capacity of 1 liter, it is barely more powerful than the four-cylinder entry-level (123 hp), but there is more torque (148 lb-ft) with a more sober and consumption would fall by low of 5.8 litres/100 km on average according to Ford.

T, meanwhile, has a very different mandate, but equally important for the sustainability of the model. This version focuses on the dynamic aspect of the Fiesta. It is driven by another creation belonging to the clan Ecoboost, a four-cylinder 1.6 liter turbo delivering 197 horsepower and 214 lb-ft of torque (at 3500 rpm). The recipe is already salivating, especially if we take into account improvements to the chassis and its plumage is entitled to special treatment like its big brother, the Focus ST.

Tuesday, December 4, 2012

Honda Civic 2013, the sedan version is presented at the Los AngelesAuto Show 2012

Honda Civic 2013

The Japanese Honda is not long in coming and the first day of the Los Angeles Auto Show 2012 has released version of the Honda Civic sedan 2013, one of the most anticipated cars and of which much is known about motorization and design external.
First is a conveyance renovated with sporty details, has four side doors and a rear luggage compartment, invest in a cabin spacious enough to accommodate 5 passengers in the front were placed slanted headlights, a chrome grille and bumper smarter.

New Features

In relation to the hindquarters of the Honda Civic 2013 I must say that also includes modifications, emergency lights have a more mature and elegant style, and glamorous cutting the trunk lid gives personality and improves vehicle aerodynamics.

Under the hood lies one of the best systems of motorization of the moment, I'm nothing more and nothing less than a 1.8-liter block during the combustion process is able to issue a development equivalent to the drive 140HP .

Maximum torque


The torque generated by the Honda Civic 2013 is 128 lb-ft , and all the mechanics is associated with a five-speed automatic transmission, its launch in the U.S. market still has no specific date yet arrive in Europe in early 2013.

IN FORD'S 1-LITER CAR THROUGH THE LUNCH BREAK


Berlin - rush hour in the morning rush hour in the evening and in between a lot of traffic. Throughout Berlin that is quite normal. During the lunch break times quickly perceive an appointment in Potsdam? This quickly becomes a test of nerves. As well, if the car is a Ford Focus with 1.0-liter three-cylinder engine. Which is soothing, without being boring.

SHEET & SHAPE

What stands out the Focus? It is normal. Unless he wears the color Olive Mustard Yellow Metallic.Olive and mustard. Yes, one can argue about taste, even with the color.

The 5-door is 4.36 meters long and 2.01 meters wide. Basically, a typical compact car that looks good, but from the one at the back looks bad. Remedy the parking sensors, and on request of the perfectly functioning parking assistant (Active Park Assist): Press the button, past the gap, hands off the wheel and pure.

CASES & SPACE


The interior of the Titanium features works well made and sturdy. Pleasure in the silver-gray plastic elements in the center console in the newsroom but anyone. Front and back, you sit comfortably in the Focus, but somehow crooked.The basic position of the adjustable steering wheel, forcing me to sit crooked.

The steering wheel should feel sporty, but forcing many bumps the driver to continuously Quarter-to-three position. So be it, but it would be nicer with less compulsion.

The trunk swallows a compact normal 363 liters. With rear seats folded, the storage space grows to 1148 liters (VW Golf: 380-1270 liters).

POWER & SOURCE

Focus is the right little swallow with the first three-cylinder. The 97-pound mini-engine was widely praised and honored. But is it really that good?

The answer: Who would not know it, is not alone in tapping of three cylinders. It's good at first. But who knows who is impressed. And that's great. The three pots go to tangy, with a good start from the bottom. From 1,500 rpm to be the 170 Nm of torque. The fear that the mini-motor is too weak volatilized to the step on the accelerator. Response and pulling power of the turbos are impressive. It might be hidden psychology, but 12.5 seconds from 0 to 100 km / h feel in Ford's 1-liter car at amazingly fast.

Turbo lag does not know the direct injection.And no annoying vibrations. For this, a specially balanced flywheel provides instead a balance shaft. Which does its job very well.

On the portion of the highway between Berlin and Potsdam radiates the fine, small focus motor - and the driver with beaming. 185 km / h top. With a little start Wow. However, one wishes for six courses. This gives you additional savings potential only in stronger Ecoboost Focus: The 25 hp and has a gear costs more, but at least 20,200 euros (including trend equipment). Our economy version has to be content with five gears.

A basic rule for gasoline engines can not change this fleet three-pot engine. Who calls 100 hp, the fuel must be injected. Frantically moved into the city, the Eco Boost approved with a start / stop system 8.4 instead of the specified 5.9-liter (urban). The NEDC combined fuel consumption of 4.8 liters per 100 kilometers can be reached only with extreme caution.

DRIVING & FUN

Ford dominated the topic chassis. In Focus The situation is normal, but basically it belongs to the best that is incorporated in this class. This was the predecessor so and has only improved here.

Often criticized and also annoying: the use of multimedia and Naviabteilung. Too many buttons to smaller screen and intuitive one engages only after the manual. Otherwise, is it possible not to pair his phone. Has the once folded, forget the hassle again quickly.

The beauty of our test car: You quickly get used to the plethora of gadgets: parking assist, hill start assist, lane assist, blind-spot warning and traffic sign recognition provide worry-free gliding. The personal Lieblingsgimmick the author: Will it next to the car when parking at a premium, when you open the door moves out a rubber lip and rests protectively on their threatened edge. So what every parent.

END & JUDGMENT

After a few days the focus might think the car is boring. It is more like the perfect partner. Always there, reliable, and then he does all still pretty much. It is probably the fate of a car that is as unobtrusive well. And good is this focus, a lot.17,550 euros may not be a bargain, are the savings Focus but adequate. Anyway: For 24,000 Euros, there is the Focus Eco-Boost in Carefree Package including Titanium features, driver assistance package and business package.Similar equipment costs in Wolfsburg more cost.

Ford Focus ST Comparison Test against Golf GTI in the U.S.

Ford Focus ST Comparison: In the U.S., the new Focus ST 2013er with the 2012 GTI has been compared. The market offers other alternatives in this segment, but so far there is only one undisputed crown support, the Golf GTI. Who makes a new car in the sporty compact class to the wheels must be measured precisely in this king. Ford tried it now with the Focus ST. The ST was in almost all areas offer better and won in the end clearly that comparison. That is surely not only in the dream-drive unit. The new 2.0-liter EcoBoost (250 hp) delivers in all situations better performance than the somewhat dated 2.0-liter VW. Better the features of the ST. We want only the best Recaro sport seats and much better navigation / entertainment system, call in addition to a whole bunch of features.

No question the 2012er GTI is no longer at the height of the time, the seventh generation of the GTI is in the starting blocks. It is difficult to say whether the new values are then sufficient wear again in the future to the crown in this car segment. Today, however, and that's a fact, it contributes to the Ford Focus ST. In almost all areas tested the new ST is simply better. He is the more modern, more efficient car. The future will show whether the projection of the ST-rich will keep the crown permanently.

Monday, December 3, 2012

Ford Mustang: 50th Anniversary Edition for rumors


The Ford Mustang is one of the icons of U.S. cars and can look back with its launch in 1964 has a long history. 2014 this story is probably honored with a new special edition for the 50th anniversary.

It is more specifically a 2014 ½ Ford Mustang, as the first Ford Mustang was just a 1964 ½.The name has its origins in the former product cycle. Because at the time of the Ford Mustang, the models were annually thrown on the market in January. The Ford Mustang was introduced in April, but only to the public, which is why he was called 1964 ½.

Whether there will be a special edition for the 50th anniversary is not yet officially confirmed. Who the 35 -, 40 - and 45-year anniversary rolls out a special model is also the 50th Birthday of the iconic not miss. Interestingly, therefore, the question is, when exactly is the model and the basis on which it is created. Initial reports claimed that the new generation of the Ford Mustang, the 2015 will leave the workshops, with an anniversary edition is ready to go.

Now other sources want but have learned from business circles that in mid 2014, the special edition of the Ford Mustang will be on the market. This would fit much better in time, but raises the question of the design. It is conceivable, namely, that the anniversary edition is presented in the style of the new generation. More likely, however, that Ford holds to the current design. Want more details, but not before giving it to the Detroit Motor Show in mid-January.

Tuesday, July 17, 2012

Aspid GT-21 Invictus

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The Spanish House craft Aspid has shown the world his new project, called the GT-21 Invictus . This new car is the power / weight ratio on its strengths, promising impressive performance.

Usually the Houses prefer to increase the power developed by the engine rather than alleviate a car, since it appears to be the simplest solution to be adopted. The Aspid has instead chosen to combine both things with a car that weighs less than 1,000 kg dry and has 450 hp.

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The Aspid Cars had previously built the Aspid SS (Super Sport), with a total weight of just 700 kg and a maximum power of 400 hp. However it was not really a beautiful machine, but with the new GT-21 Invictus Aspid has also sought to offer a car nice to see.

The structure is made of lightweight car to use aerospace aluminum, steel ultra light and ultra strong addition to composite materials that allow you to keep the total weight under a ton. The design of the GT-21 Rugby is very rough and aggressive, as must be a car like that.

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The engine is a V8 4.4-liter twin-turbo BMW source , able to get to develop a maximum power of 450 hp, power transferred to the rear wheels via a dual-clutch gearbox with paddles on the steering wheel. According to figures released by the Spanish brand Aspid Invictus GT-21 is able to sprint from 0 to 100 km / h in under 3 seconds and reach 300 km / h top speed.

The Aspid has expressed readiness to make even 250 copies of the car.

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Renault Fluence restyling render

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He made ​​his debut in the price list only from 2011, but probably not his style has fully convinced the new director of brand design trans, Laurens van den Acker , who has decided to immediately develop an update to make it much more attractive. 
This is the Renault Fluence , or the electric sedan that has been placed on the market between the Renault Megane and the Renault Laguna.

The restyling of the Renault Fluence should make his debut in the next edition of the Paris Salon in 2012 , which will take place from September 29 until October 14. 
The modified version of the Renault Fluence will feature the presence of unusual headlamps, the more angular shape, as well as a new central grille that has a shape of a smile, the same which is also on the new version of the Renault Clio.

Also interesting is the presence of a new linear bumper fascia , fog lamp that will be placed in a position much more visible. At first glance, the new updated version of the Renault Fluence can also count on the aerodynamic parts that will be more prominent and obvious: without a doubt, the new car manages to be more aggressive and direct, presenting itself to a wider customer base.

In fact for the moment did not arrive in an official confirmation, but we can certainly point out how the redesign of Renault Fluence also includes an update at the rear of the car, as well as the novelty should extend throughout the cabin and some changes should well cover accessories and options .

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Thursday, July 12, 2012

New 2012 Porsche GT3

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New 2012 Porsche GT3,  this car has an engine: it has 6 cylinders, 3600 cc displacements are, with 4 valves per cylinder, the power is 415 hp at 7600 rpm, torque is 405 Nm at 5500 rpm, the traction is back, the transmission has a gear box that is 6 speeds, the fuel is gasoline, the front suspension is independent MacPherson type with coil spring and stabilizer bar, rear suspension is independent with coil spring and a stabilizing barrra.

This vehicle has the following standard equipment such as: the size and capabilities are: the length is 4460 mm, the width of 1852 mm, height is 1280 mm, weight is 1450 kg capacity trunk is 105 liters, the fuel tank capacity is 90 liters, acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 4.2 seconds does, the maximum speed is 310 km, city consumption is 19, 8 liters per 100 km route consumption is 8.9 liters per 100 km, the average consumption is 12.8 liters per 100 km, the CO2 emission is 307 grams / km.

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Other features include: Bi-Xenon headlamps with LED tail lights, steering wheel is adjustable, with rain-sensing wipers with door locks that are electric, with external mirrors are electric and heating, with an audio input AM / FM and CD player with MP3, with air conditioning, electric driver's seat with lumbar adjustment and memory, the seats are fabric.

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New 2012 Porsche GT3,  this car has the following system of safety features such as: front brakes that are ventilated disc and rear brakes that are ventilated disc with electronic stability control with ASR traction control with a airbag for driver and front passenger airbag, self-locking ABS brakes 4-wheel disc brakes are.

New Porsche Panamera 2012

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New Porsche Panamera 2012,  this car has an engine, that is an 8-cylinder 4.8-liter V at 6700 RPM with a power that is 430 hp, the torque is 520 Nm at 3500 RPM, acceleration from 0 100 km / h in 4.5 seconds does.

This vehicle has the following equipment as standard: the chassis has been tweaked to improve sports and driving elements that are adjustable for every occasion, the dynamic suspension is 10 mm falling in the distance between the asphalt and the vehicle, the incorporates a dual-clutch transmission with seven gears and this can make you feel that sportsmanship in the cockpit.

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This car has a built-in sound system this is the Sound S and its activation Mposer that allows passengers to listen nitida as the roar of the engine, the consumption is 11 liters per 100 km, ie a yield of 9 km liters, the seats are made with adjustable alcantara material in 18 different positions, the cam wheel has to gear up and down and is designed for maximum sports functionality.

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New Porsche Panamera 2012,  it has the following system of safety features such as: front brakes are disc-and rear brakes are discs that also has a stability control with ASR traction control, with self-locking ABS brakes with ELR seatbelts front and rear ELR seatbelts with front and rear headrests.

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Electrical Mazda2 first details

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After discussing excessive even in a new Sky Activ technology to be proposed by the Mazda brand for its range of engines, the projects of the Asian manufacturer will also extend to some electric versions on some models within the range. 
In this case we speak of model entry-level , namely, the new Mazda 2 which, according to preliminary information that have been released officially, you can count on an electric version, which will have a total weight of 1180 kilograms .

This is certainly a greater weight in comparison to the petrol version : to give thrust to the new Mazda electrical device 2 there will be an electric motor which will be able to guarantee a total power equal to 100 horses , also because of the presence of a 20 kWh battery .
Obviously an ' electric car can not guarantee of great performance and even the Mazda 2 electric version will not exceed a maximum speed of 120 km / h.

One of the most important, however, that accompany this new electric version of the Mazda 2 is certainly represented by ' autonomy declared equal to 200 km , certainly a much higher amount compared to what they are able to offer other rivals.

The time to recharge the battery inside the new Mazda 2 electric , as estimated by the Japanese brand, will be equal to eight hours using a standard outlet , while on a special socket , the charging is completed in just 40 minutes. The Japanese brand, at least for now, has not yet defined the date of marketing of the new Mazda 2 electric.

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Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Range Rover Sport's new spy photos

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The new Sport version will be made ​​from new aluminum design and will be implemented within the English factories of Solihull .
Early rumors are spreading about the new version of the Range Rover talk of an update rather heavy on the frame: in fact , will present the new structure made ​​of aluminum will take the place of the old T5 , which will ensure a saving of many excess weight, so as to reach up to 2000 kilograms of Cayenne .

Despite the new Range Rover Sport has been covered by a large number of camouflage, this new sports car can count on a style much more dynamic compared to the car on the market today. Compared to the Range Rover, which was captured within a few spy photos of a few weeks ago, this new sport version will rely on a windshield that will tilt more and a lower profile, but also a renewed front grille and window side which will have smaller dimensions.

The thrust of the new generation of Range Rover Sport will be ensured by the presence of the new V6 petrol engine , which will be offered in several versions sucked, but will be addressed mainly to the U.S. market and Chinese, but also variations in the tablets.

The drive should be launched on the European market, however, will follow the tradition and will be represented by the 3-liter V6 turbodiesel. The new Range Rover Sport, the savings on the total mass and the arrival of new and efficient engines, will have on an improved and renovated handling and consumption of all reduced.

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New Fiat Panda Van

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It 'been unveiled the new commercial version of the F iat Panda.
We are talking about the new Fiat Panda Van , namely, the new commercial variant, whose goal is to increase the scope of the cheap home Fiat , so as to adapt it to have a versatile car also to complete the tasks particularly heavy. 
It is a car that is almost a forced choice for the Lingotto , since the excellent quality that characterizes the Panda series has permission to make it more similar to that for utilitarian a real working version.

In particular, the new commercial edition will be realized by exploiting the unpublishedflatbed Easy Floor and the passenger compartment will be able to accommodate a minimum of two up to a maximum of four, in relation to the configuration which is choice. Among the most interesting features, we also find the fact to cover the load with a very special plastic, which can rely on a much higher level of resistance compared to traditional versions.

The engine range is narrowed to two proposals, one gasoline and diesel for the first category there is the 1.2-liter Fire engine with 69 horsepower , while the second category is the Multijet 16v turbodiesel 1 , 3 liters , which can reach a total capacity of up to 75 horses.

The price , of course, follow the line of the range: the entry-level version, which will rely on the gasoline engine and ' Easy setup , will be proposed at 8850 euros , while thetop of the range (turbodiesel variant with exhibit Pop) will be offered to a figure of11700 euros.

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Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster revealed

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After three years since the debut of the Aston Martin V12 Vantage comes the version Roadster , featuring as always a classic canvas roof. The engine output 6.0-liter V12 is always 517 hp as the coupe, the power is sent to the rear wheels via a manual six-speed transmission.

The extra weight of the Roadster clearly adversely affect the performance of the car, which goes from 0 to 100 km / h in 4.5 seconds against 4.2 in the coupe. The maximum speed remains unchanged instead to 306 km / h.

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In addition to the roof panel on the Roadster there are small changes such as a luggage compartment redesigned and an air intake lower front. The Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster are a carbon fiber mirrors, rear diffuser and side skirts special occasions by the coupe version. The V12 Vantage has also remained the Sport button, which when pressed improves the response to input and opens the exhaust valves to achieve a sound even better.

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In the UK the new Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster is now available for booking at a price of £ 150,000 , while the coupe is sold to 135,000 pounds.

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Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Jaguar XFR-S will be unveiled in November

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The engineers of the British manufacturer Jaguar have done nothing but confirm what we already knew for some time, mainly because of continuous and persistent rumors from very near the mark: even the Jaguar XF will have a younger sister of super-sports version , which will be named the XFR-S . 
This is the same choice that has already been taken in the past for the Jaguar XK Coupe and the Jaguar XK Convertible .

This will be an extremely powerful version, with features that left me breathless: the new XFR-S will be unveiled during the month of November and, in all likelihood, the scene of this event will be the Salon Los Angeles in 2012 , to be held during the period between November 30 and December 9.

The market launch of new sport version of the Jaguar XF will start, however, by the first week of next year.

The new Jaguar XFR-S will be developed by deriving from the XFR and will rely on the thrust of the engine 5 liter V8 supercharged petrol , can reach up to a total power of 550 horses in this way, the new sports car is can boast the title of sedan more power from the range.

The power of the new Jaguar XFR-S will be controlled by the presence of six-speed sequential automatic transmission and will be released exclusively to the rear axle. 
The new Jaguar XFR-S will be updated in other ways that affect mainly the mechanical part, as brakes, suspension and exhaust, while the benefits will be higher compared to the XFR model.

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Macross GT1 Team: the first Korean supercar

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Over the years pass, the more the Goodwood Festival of Speed ​​is more important and interesting for the many fans who flock to the park of this beautiful villa in the English countryside. In addition, the beauty of this event is that you can display any type of vehicle, provided you can lift the highest admiration of the crowd. In this edition, a large crowd has certainly attracted the Macross GT1 Teams , The first supercar South Korean. To be

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The truth, however, nothing to do with the South Koreans only in financial terms: yes, because thanks to heavy investments in the oil tycoon Korean Keyser Hur , the design has been entrusted to Canadian Multimatic , while the engine was specially designed by Roush . Yes, but that engine? This V8 to 5.4 liters , mounted in the rear / center and able to deliver well 800 horsepower round round. Of course, with an engine of this kind, the performance that can not be very good: from 0 to 100 km / h in 3.1 seconds and the maximum speed of 368 Km / h. It 's easy to see that the house, where sales of its GT1 Team , will focus mainly on the Middle East markets, especially on those customers who already have some supercars in the garage and want something more rare and exclusive than their neighbors home.

The car has already found some buyers at the Dubai Motor Show last year, where it was shown for the first time. In addition, another debut should be on the North American market, where it is awaiting approval. The price will be around 1.5 million euros (excluding taxes) and this Macross could be the ideal car for those who have already parked in the garden a Bugatti Veyron or a Pagani Huayra .

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New Mazda 6 2013 spied for the first time

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For the first time ever appeared online of spy photos depicting the new Mazda 6 in 2013, which will make its official debut next month at the Paris Salon in 2012 .

In the pictures the protagonist is the station wagon variant of the new Mazda 6, but of course will offer the same aesthetic and mechanical characteristics of the sedan variant.

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The heavy camouflage on this prototype, however, let us see that the Mazda 6 in its final resurface as many items seen on the popular concept Mazda Takeri , although of course the lines will be softened and made ​​more for the civilian model.

Among the new features we emphasize the new grille that no longer has the classic smile and especially the Mazda is in a raised position, the headlights look " angry"and the lines of the bumper. Internally, the new Mazda 6 propose some elements taken directly from the Takeri as the shape of the steering wheel and part of the instrumentation.

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The new generation Mazda 6 will be the second car of the Japanese firm to exploit new technologies SkyActiv , after the CX-5. The new model should weigh 100 kg less than at present, due to the weight saved in the chassis and mechanical components. Will be available SkyActiv-G gasoline engines and diesel SkyActiv-D, with i-stop for fuel economy. The broadcasts will be available instead SkyActiv-MT manual six-speed automatic and SKYACTIV-Drive six-speed.

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Monday, July 9, 2012

Converting a conventional hybrid vehicle

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In the U.S. there is already a company called XL Hybrids, which has created a kit that convert heat engine vans consuming fuel in hybrid vans power, reducing consumption by 21%, although for now the kit, including installation, not too cheap to be said.

This week has introduced the new SUV premium hybrid 2012 Lexus RX 450h , aesthetically remodeled according to the new identity of the Japanese (especially with the new front grill). We told you all the details, Change, Release and Future Autoblog prices.

Mercedes-Benz has not been very clear to proceed with the minivan Mercedes-Benz B-Class E-Cell +, extended-range electric and prefers to take a class B E-Cell simply electric , but yes, again with technology Tesla Motors the propulsion system and batteries (as in the Class A electric).

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Michelin invited us to see their new low-consumption tires , new tires and also specific to electric vehicles, and I have explained a bit how it is achieved that a tire help a car to consume less , and how important is the consumption of vehicle.

In the U.S. Google is testing a new web service, called Google Cars , and allows search and buy car online , in a similar way to how we can now find and book a flight or hotel.

A few days ago electric cars took the circuit of Laguna Seca in 2012 Races Refuel , you can see it in several videos that we have shared with you. The truth is that much noise is not armed, no.

Speaking of tracks, Honda and Mugen have been developed for racing a Honda CR-Z hybrid GT V6 biturbo . I remarked on a couple of weeks, hybrid propulsion systems are increasingly present in the competition.

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And finally, an interesting news for carriers: in addition to the Volvo FE Hybrid, a hybrid truck in every rule about which I had spoken, Daimler presented the Fuso Canter EcoHybrid , a hybrid light truck .

Renault ZE Space can read an interesting article on the charging points for electric vehicles that you can find on the Costa Brava , if you pass by there on a visit and a stroller or bike alquiláis power to move you from beach to beach.

Space And Toyota I found an interesting article that I also share in the Back of this week is about how a hybrid car can help a business in a day in the city , and also can save money over a diesel car.

Saturday, July 7, 2012

Mazda MX-5:Roadster with a new front

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The Japanese can look forward to the revised Mazda MX-5 please.His European debut will be the sporty two-seater but only at the Paris Motor Show.


The new Mazda MX-5 comes in 2014 in order to keep the current roadster up to that fresh, the Japanese have now donated the two-seater a little facelift. In Japan, the new version is already available now on the market.In Europe, the new Mazda to be seen only MX-5 at the Paris Motor Show.

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Mazda MX-5 with a hood airbag


For an even sportier look, the front apron of the Mazda MX-5 has been redrawn, the cooler foot taller and now wears a cross bar. The accompanying fog lights were redrawn and its surroundings. Adjustments have also been the response of the throttle and brake servo. The driving range remained unchanged.

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Completely new, however, is a hood airbag, which raises a pedestrian crash in the back of the hood and take more energy to be able to.

The interior of the Mazda MX-5 to evaluate the Japanese with new leather seat covers and new colors. All changes are based on the MX-5 soft top and on the MX-5 with a folding hardtop. When the redesigned Mazda MX-5 comes to Germany, to the importer could not comment.

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Friday, July 6, 2012

Fiat 500X : Little Fiat SUV is 2013



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Fiat builds the model family with the Fiat 500 continues. After the sedan, the convertible and the end of 2013, as follows 500L small SUV, the Fiat 500X.



Not only miniature developed from the basic model ever new variations, and Fiat is modular. According to the Italians, the model family are consistently arond the 500 even further. The cabriolet was the first derivative of the retro-minis. From October, the Fiat 500L is a minivan on the market. From the end of 2013, also add to the Fiat 500X, a small SUV, the family and specifically to compete against the Mini Countryman.

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Fiat 500X in the off-road look


As an appetizer, the Fiat was 500X now shown in a short Internet video. Unlike the Fiat 500L is based on the 500X, waived the SUV on the broken glass-walled A-and C-pillars, but carries conventional sheet metal columns. In addition, the rear window was more inclined and trimmed the overhangs front and rear for larger slope angles. In addition, the usual synthetic planking come round and a raised suspension.

The engine range is likely the Fiat 500X, also from the Punto assume is operated modular, the 500L. Thus, two petrol engines with 95 and 105 hp and a diesel with 85 hp.But can also potentially stronger Punto engines are installed. Optionally, the Fiat will be offered 500X four-wheel drive.

In the trade should the Fiat Sedici 's successor will come early 2014. In addition, Fiat will be offered the 500X in a slightly different form as well as entry-level Jeep Jeepster.

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Thursday, July 5, 2012

The Bestseller in June 2012



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With the new registrations by vehicle segments, there have been some changes in June 2012 on the top 3 places.




In the small cars the "old" order is restored in June. The VW Polo won his rightful place almost a surprise winner of the May-Opel Corsa back - albeit a narrow margin of less than 600 registrations ahead.

New passenger car: Opel Astra loses


Even in the compact class, there was a shift. The VW Golf is indeed the undisputed number 1, but the second place was captured this month by the BMW 1 Series, the subscribers to the position 2 - the Opel Astra - clearly pointed in his place.

Exchange in the middle class behind the VW Passat and the BMW 3 Series, Mercedes C-class seats. While the models could sell in the upper middle class in June of the Audi A6 BMW 5 Series. This had to give the Mercedes E-Class hit.

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Porsche Panamera in June only to Rank 4Had to admit defeat even the Porsche Panamera, with approval of the upper class segment. In May 2012, the number 1, the Porsche is in June, only the sheet Numero rank fourth Instead, Mercedes CLS back to position 1 and the S-class ranked third Between them is spreading the Audi A8.

Wide pays off when the SUV and the Nissan Qashqai. He is making a comeback and comes with its approval in June to second and throws the BMW X1 out of the Top 3

Upper Class is the loser in the semi-annual certifications


Overall, the approvals down in June compared with the previous month at 2.9 percent.However, the Federal Motor Transport Authority recorded only a marginal increase in registrations by 0.7 percent over the six years 2001 to 2012th

Among the winners in the semi-annual vehicle registration segments, motor homes (up 12.7 percent), the Minis (plus 15.6 percent), and the SUV (up 17.1 percent). The "loser-segments" in the first half of the upper class of minus 17.5 percent, the small car with minus 6.7 percent and the middle class, at minus 5.7 percent. In our slide show, we show the top 3 approvals in the individual segments. Our table shows the top 3 placings of 1stHalf-year.
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SegmentModelsNumber of ApprovalsH1 2011 Change (%)
MinisFirst VW UP20 265x
Second SMART FORTWO15 872- 3.0
Third Renault Twingo11 019+ 8,2
Small carsFirst VW POLO43 116- 11.2
Second OPEL CORSA29 342- 15.2
Third FORD FIESTA26 546- 3.3
Compact classFirst VW GOLF, JETTA128 032- 0.5
Second OPEL ASTRA38 112- 15.8
Third BMW 1ER30 107+ 4,9
Middle ClassFirst VW PASSAT46 692- 13.0
Second MERCEDES C-CLASS37 566+ 2,7
Third BMW 3ER33 850+ 6,9
Upper middle classFirst AUDI A6, S6, RS6, A729 899+ 44,4
Second BMW 5ER23 823- 23.2
Third MERCEDES E-CLASS20 283- 17.3
Upper classFirst PORSCHE PANAMERA2111+ 53,8
Second MERCEDES CLS2041- 40.0
Third AUDI A8, S82027- 21.6
SUVFirst VW Tiguan28 986+ 14,1
Second NISSAN QASHQAI16 044- 10.0
Third BMW X314 213+ 72,5
PushchairFirst MERCEDES E-CLASS COUPE5316- 27.0
Second MERCEDES SLK4942+ 13,2
Third PORSCHE 9113664+ 9,3
Mini-VansFirst MERCEDES B-CLASS29 632+ 45,0
Second FORD FOCUS C-MAX14 282+ 6,5
Third Vauxhall Meriva14 067- 38.4
Compact vansFirst VW Touran27 280- 6.7
Second OPEL ZAFIRA17 993+ 84,6
Third VW SHARAN9611- 18.4
UtilitiesFirst VW CADDY17 705- 1.2
Second VW TRANSPORTER CARAVELLE17 689+ 2,1
Third CITROEN BERLINGO6263+ 7,0
RVFirst FIAT Ducato11 39012.7
Second FORD TRANSIT TOURNEO1410- 0.7
Third VW TRANSPORTER CARAVELLE1214+ 16,4



Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Suzuki Jimny 2013 presented at the European

 

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The current generation is a 1998 Jimny - only the third since the model appeared in 1968. While still preparing a new generation, which will be based on the concept of Alpha XA, shown in the last Hall of New Delhi, Suzuki made ​​a little redesign for 2013 jeep urban lines. For now, the changes will be limited to the European market. This model has a new hood and grill, now separated, and a new bumper and fog lamps.

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The Japanese decided to keep the inside of the jeep, limiting the options for a new blanket. Compact utility is produced in Spain and is equipped with a 1.3 16V petrol engine of 84 horsepower, mated to a five-speed manual gearbox and all wheel drive with low. The old diesel engine 86 hp, supplied by Renault, no longer appears in the Jimny, the restrictions imposed by the new emissions standards in Europe.

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The Jimny is sold by Suzuki in Brazil brought from Japan, with 1.3 engine of 84 hp and AWD. The jeep had to win the national production line later this year. More likely is that this model is manufactured in an assembly line Group Souza Ramos Catalan (GO) which has been making cars from Mitsubishi. Many components will be provided by the MVC, a company specializing in plastic products belong to Marcopolo. Parts such as bumpers are made of glass fiber reinforced polypropylene composite length.

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Auto-future of the greater test drive

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Not only to test everyday, which is actually in the Nürburgring has captured the future of the sports car. Fall into the trap are: Ferrari, Porsche & Co

The Nurburgring Nordschleife is a car manufacturer that is still the absolute best in terms of tuning and testing. No wonder that in recent weeks, the producers in the Eifel region, where the jack in your hand and photographed by a hunter who Erlkönig.

Likewise, Audi S1 ​​camera and the victim was found with four exhaust tailpipes at the rear bumper or disguised. Clear evidence is limited to the Audi A1 Quattro offers massenkäufliche Sport version with a weak performance. 2013, it could be done - a 2.0-liter TFSI with 220 could provide up to 250 hp, a small Ingolstadt.

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Another model that has been revealed thanks to the exhaust pipe, is the prototype of the Jaguar F-Type R, which also turned the ring round with rich sound. Clearly, a small four-cylinder Jaguar with 240 horsepower, V6 with F-Type R as it comes with 380 hp and can show forth four exhaust tailpipes at the rear.

Aston Martin Vanquish in Action
He has shown, the Aston Martin Vanquish. However, not in action. The pictures we have, because the brand has a Super GT driven by a 6.0 liter V12 engine and 573 horsepower at the Nordschleife.

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Too little power can also be an AMG version does not complain the next S-Class. As the flagship S63 AMG will from 2013 with the 5.5-liter V8 and 558 bhp to be launched.

If the prototype is not the photographer arrived, the photographer is only a prototype. So to Italy. There is the successor to the Ferrari Enzo on the road. A few weeks ago, is still heavily disguised, the super sports car is now showing his body - and we are the first pictures of super lightweight 900-horsepower race car.

Also Italy, Fiat also: Maserati Quattroporte and the work on the successor to the Model 2013 will bring to the market. Audi A7 Sportback and the Mercedes CLS can then draw ever warm when Quattroporte V8 with 475 hp at the start.

Speaking of Audi: After S1, which is near Ingolstadt Nurburgring test convertible version of the RS5. Also here is a V8 engine in action, which will draw from the 4.2 liter 450 hp.

Sunday, June 24, 2012

VW Jetta launched in India more accessible

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Volkswagen unveiled a more affordable option for those who want to buy a Jetta sedan in India, according to Indian Autos Blog site. Version equipped with a 1.4 TSI engine with six-speed manual transmission. This engine produces 120 horsepower and maximum torque of 20.4 Nm. There are two trim versions are offered: Trendline, price Rs. 13.60 lakh (around U.S. $ 49,200), and Comfortline for Rs.15.07 lakhs (U.S. $ 54,515).

The model alloy rims 16 "tires and 205/55 R16. Features such as rear fog lights and indicators are incorporated in the side mirror.

The interior has leather seats and steering wheel, AC outlet into the back seat, next to the item ABS brakes with EBD (electronic brake distribution), ESP (electronic stability control), hill holder (which helps in the output ramps) and six airbags.

This configuration will be offered in six color options, and sales began on July 1

Sunday, June 17, 2012

BMW Alpina B7 has been launched for 2013

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BMW Alpina B7 has been launched for 2013 before being presented at the Pebble Beach Concours Elegance

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This update is based on the model of the previous series and marked B7-date with the inclusion of more than 30 new features, among which are a revised front section, which now has fog lights with LED technology.
Interior finish has been enhanced with new options and control a new child seat is made ​​of ceramic material.

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BMW sports model of the power is provided by the bi-turbo V8 engine 4.4-liter engine that develops 540 HP and 728 Nm of maximum torque power is connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission.

This is a significant power and torque values ​​allow the new Alpina B7 accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in just 4.3 seconds before reaching a top speed of 312 km / h

BMW 3 Series Edition models of the fame of Essential

 

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It is expected that the fame as a model, the Series 3 are certainly open-generation vehicles, BMW will give a boost to their sales and, again, that's why there's nothing better than a special edition loaded with equipment at a price more attractive.

This time the Spanish reached the BMW 3 Series Essential Edition, a model that is now included as standard features bi-xenon headlamps with headlamp washers, fog lights, parking sensors front and rear wheels, 17 inch, GPS navigation system with 6.5 inch screen fixed or automatic dual climate control.

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Obviously includes all the security systems and equipment included in the basic version and a multifunction steering wheel, trip computer, multirregulables seats, moldings, mirrors and handles painted body color or in full electric package.

Friday, June 15, 2012

MTM Audi RS6R hp with 759 Nm

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Audi's quattro GmbH subsidiary in Neckarsulm, to build the fastest rocket family, the Audi RS6 Avant. Who wants more power to the tuner MTM and manufacture of the truck like a version of "R". About suitable clothing made ​​of optical Folierer fostla the mind. It's out of the dull blue vollfolierte About combo.


After drastic drugs tunerischen tuner MTM from the floor after all the mighty 759 hp and 912 Nm heavy pull of a strong hold on the crankshaft. A stainless steel exhaust system with controllable flaps Rennkat including two in two automatic tubes give ear to match the performance of the Audi.

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With the wheel tire combination consisting of the Audi RS5 wheels in 9 × 20 ET29 with 275/35R20 sized tires, a wolf in sheep in motion. With its 769 horsepower, the Audi RS6 MTM 348 km / h fast. He delayed with ceramic disc brake system with 420 mm was measured. Finally, if there ever front lip and rear diffuser in carbon, the Lord of the Rings has been adapted.

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However, how to make such a quick "family car" a unique Eyecather? Clearly, more than clothing? And here is fostla Folierer in from Hanover and missed the Audi RS6 a Vollfolierung in anodized matte metallic blue.

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