VW New Beatle

VW New Beetle

United States, in the arena of American Football, NFL Super Bowl next month, Volkswagen plans will show the newest car VW New Beetle 2012. And according to news released last year, VW New Beetle generation is not just a car that evokes memories of the past, but more than that. And there was also that the new VW will look more masculine.
Section looks some exterior changes, such as the body behind the landau and longer and the shape of the bonnet is long and has a flat tip. Unlike the old version that looks short and round. Coupled with a lower roof, making the New Beetle 2012 look like a retro van.
Although still a prototype stage, obviously the style of this New Beetle much affected by the Volkswagen Ragster concept car that first appeared in 2005. 2012 beetle will reportedly use a new IV Golf platform, and allegedly the two cars will share the same power train.
On the machine, a German automobile manufacturer provides three types of machines in New beetle. Among 2.500cc five-cylinder gasoline engine, and 2.00cc four-cylinder. And the engine with hybrid electric systems from e-Mobility program's VW with 1.400cc engine.

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The Sporty Yellow for Bumblebee

Camaro Bumblebee

Chevrolet Camaro, which is used by Hollywood as a character in a movie Bumblebee Transformer. Now this yellow chevy will be back in action again in the third Transformers film is Dark of the Moon. For the production of the film, took out Chevrolet Camaro model year 2012 special edition of Transformers. In 2009 it launched the Chevrolet Camaro is a special edition of Transformers. For the special edition this time, the United States car manufacturers are showing the Camaro coupe in yellow and black lines typical of bumblebee. And is available in 2 types, 2LT and 2SS.

Characteristics are also located on the Transformers movie Autobot logo is also affixed to the body of this Camaro. With the dominance of yellow color, this special edition is also more sporty again with a special rear spoiler and black rims measuring 20 ".

In this July instead of the Chevrolet Camaro could start in the message, but only will be sent in September. With the additional price of U.S. $ 3,000 from the standard price, the buyer can buy this special edition car.

From the news spread, this special edition in addition marketed in the United States and Canada will also be marketed in Latin America, Europe, Japan, China and the Middle East.

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Toyota Camry cars are quite popular American Society.

Cars from Japan since 1982, was introduced to its main markets, the U.S. and Australia. And begin to reach selling car in America in 1997 to 2000, and in 2002 until now. Toyota Camry is a car produced by the upper middle class and up to six generations. Lately the car from the country's sunrise back at enjoy doing in American society according to the percentage of domestic sales, announced cars.com 

"Of the various cars on the raft in the United States, for example, assembled using spare parts from some other parts like many American cars are assembled in Canada.In a global economy, it is not easy to determine how well the car in America, "said Cars.com editor. 

"Meanwhile, non-American manufacturers have opened factories in America. Our index of multiple sources can be used as a guide to guide their purchases. "He continued. 

Japanese car manufacturers also have other models that occupy the top 10 selling U.S. car market, namely the Chevrolet Malibu (position 3), the Chevy Traverse (position 8), Tundra (9), GMC Acadia (10), and Honda is in two places top 10 . 

With such conditions, then the Toyota production requires a higher level and requires great American workforce to meet the total sales is higher, so the Camry remains a very popular vehicle. 

Meanwhile, I personally estimate that the Toyota Camry sedan is ideal for people of Indonesia in the coming years. CMIIW. . . 

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Long Journey Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

Mercedes Benz SL190

Mercedes-Benz SL is a car air road roster type manufactured by Mercedes since 1954.SL (Sport Leicht from German or Sport Light in English). SL-Class The term refers more to the variation of marketing vehicles, including generation of machines which until now has reached five generations.

SL-Class First Generation (1954-1963)

Mercedes Benz 230 SL

Gullwing 300SL roadster and who succeeded in 1957. And with 4-cylinder 190SL was also more successful with its production of about 25,881 units since 1955. Car class SL Roadster is available as a coupe with a removable hardtop or it could be as a convertible roadster soft top. 190Sl and 300SL are no longer manufactured in 1963.And replaced with Class SL-class second generation.

This second generation of them:-230SL :1963-1967, 2.3L I6, 150 hp (112 kw)

-250SL: 1966-1968, 2.5L I6, 150 hp (112 kw)

-280SL: 1967-1971, 2.8L I6, 170 hp (127 kw)

With the new design, mechanical fuel injection 2.3 L and 6-cylinder engine. With the design of Paul Bracq lower and big curved greenhouse windows, with removable hardtop, distinctive roof line makes this car got the nickname "pagoda top." And as the development of this car, Mercedes began to make changes to the series 250SL for padding dashboard, switches and knobs, and steering wheel.

In 1972-1989, production renewals Mercedez SL-Class cars this.

Starting from version:

- 350SL: 1971-1980, 3.5L V8

- 450SL: 1972-1980, 4.5L V8

- 280SL: 1974-1985, 2.8L I6

- 380SL: 1980-1986, 3.8L V8

- 500SL: 1980-1986, 5.0L V8

Everything is designed to have excess 4 brakes, larger discs and suspension wear from the W124 sedan. Body in design with modern painting to be more protected from rust.

While Mercedes-Benz 300SL (1986-1989) with a standard 5-speed manual gear, although very few are marketed. With 6 SOHC engine M103 is considered more profitable with a lighter engine.

And for the Mercedes-Benz 560SL only marketed in the United States, Canada, Japan and Australia. To be more compensate spending 5.9L with emission standards in the markets.

Mercedes Benz 450 SL

In addition to the above series, Mercedes 420SL also produces type, and the 500SL in the years 1986-1989.

Okay ... now the fourth-generation SL-Class. In this fourth generation, has more contrast changes compared to previous generations. In 1989 Mercedes 300SL official version of the United States market, with a basic 228 hp (170 kW) 3.0L I6. While in Europe the car is marketed with the engine 190 hp (140 kW), 3.0L I6 and has 12 valves. Also, 228 hp (170 kW), 3.0L I6 with 24 valves and is known by 300SL 24. But the most famous is the series 500SL, 322 hp (240 kW), 5.0L V8 engine. With high specification, electric windows, mirrors, seats and roof.

2003-2008

Mercedes Benz 500 SL

Mercedes-Benz SL-Class roadsters following are offered Worldwide for the year 2005.Prices listed in U.S., 2005 dollars.

 2005 350SL (Europe only)

 3.7 L (3724 cc) 18-valve V6 245 hp (182 kW) at 5000 rpm 0 to 100 km / h (62 mph) 7.2 s

 2005 500SL Roadster

 Driver-adaptive 7-speed automatic transmission with control Touch Shift

 Aluminum hardtop (automatic revocation: 16 seconds)

 U.S. $ 92,620

 5.0 L 24-valve V8 engine 306 hp (228 kW) at 5600 rpm, 0 to 100 km / h (62 mph) 6.1 s

 2005 SL55 AMG

 Manual shift buttons

 Sensotronic front brake caliper piston-8

AMG  Active Body Control suspension.

 U.S. $ 122,220

 AMG supercharged 5.5 L (5439 cc) 24-valve V8 engine 493 hp (367 kW) at 6100 rpm, 0 to 100 km / h (62 mph) 7.4 s

 2005 SL600 Roadster

 Active Body Control suspension

 Sensotronic Brake Control with enlarged front and rear disc

 Heated and ventilated seats multicontour

 U.S. $ 128,220

 Twin turbocharged 5.5 L (5513 cc) 36-valve V12 engine 493 hp (367 kW) at 5000 rpm, 0 to 100 m / h (62 mph) 6.4 s.

 2005 SL65 AMG

 Twin turbocharged 6.0 L (5980 cc) 36-valve V12 engine

 Power: 604 bhp (450 kW, 612 PS)

 Torque: 738 pounds • ft (1001 N m)

 BHP / Liter: 102 bhp / liter

 Top Speed: 250 km / h / 155 mph (electronically limited)

 Top Speed: approx 338 km / h (210 mph) without electronic restrictions

 0-100 km / h Acceleration: 4.2 s

 U.S. $ 190,539

2008 until now (facelift)

Mercedes benz SL 55 AMG

SL receives a face lift in 2008 featuring a new front end that evokes the classic 300SL with a large grille featuring a 3-pointed star and twin prominent "power domes" on the hood, the car also features new headlamps with "optional Intelligent Light System "and a new speed sensitive steering system.

SL 63 AMG SL 55 AMG replaced.

(was launched from wikipedia.org)

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Lamborghini, Price Costly but still Bestsellers

Despite the financial crisis has hit the world, sales of luxury cars still running. In Indonesia, Monday, February 8, 2010, Lamborghini introduced the two models. Lamborghini Murcielago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce and Lamborghini Gallardo LP 550-2 Valentino Balboni.

Unmitigated, Indonesian consumers were immediately devoured. Five SuperVeloce has lined up a buyer before the car was officially launched. In fact, this car is pegged USD 9.5 billion.

Likewise Gallardo Valentino Balboni. Cars worth USD 5.5 billion was also immediately sold out. Indonesia is only allotted two units, was sold before the launch today.

Lamborghini Vallentino Balboni

Lamborghini Indonesia sales target this year as many as 12 units. SuperVeloce 10 units, two units of the Gallardo and Valentino Balboni. "Our target is five units SuperVeloce. We are optimistic, there are still several months away," said Brand Manager PT Eurosport Auto (Lamborghini Jakarta), Jimmy Rianto, in Jakarta.

Lamborgini distribution is quite strict. In Indonesia, for type SuperVeloce only get 10 units. Because they, in the whole world produces only 350 units. Meanwhile, Valentino Balboni Gallardo produced 250 units.

In addition to its limited production, the Lamborghini Gallardo with Valentino Balboni designed high-tech. The classic sporty character sharpened with white and gold colored line stretching from the front panel to the roof and the hood to the rear spoiler, with inspiration from classic sports cars from the era of the '70s.

Lamborghini Valentino Balboni Front

Adjustments are also made right at the heart of the Gallardo, ten-cylinder engine makes 5.2 liter racing engine and a

strong pull force. Compact and lightweight body produces 405 kW (550 hp). On a dry weight of only 1.380 kilograms, guarantees high performance that can accelerate from 0 to 100 km per hour in just 3.9 seconds. While the top speed at 320 km an hour.

Valentino Balboni name taken from a Lamborghini's chief test driver who has devoted himself for 40 years in the Italian manufacturer. Dedication to the company making the Lamborghini decided to produce limited units on behalf of Balboni.

Lamborghini Murcielago front

Lamborghini Murceielago

Meanwhile, the Lamborghini Murcielago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce using 6.5 liter V12 engine that has been upgraded to 670 hp. This car has also experienced weight reduction of 100 kg.

Murcielago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce able to produce power weight ratio of 2.3 kg per horsepower. This machine can accelerate the car from 0 to 100 km per hour in just 3.2 seconds. While the maximum speed of 342 km per hour.

(Reported otomotoshare from vivanews.com)

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All New Chevrolet Malibu, Introduced a Unique Way

Chevrolet has a unique way to introduce new vehicles, all-new Chevrolet Malibu. Communities around the world get a peek at a way as the vehicle through live coverage on social networking sites check this on April 18.

Malibu Launch of the latest generation can also be watched live through IPAD devices and the iPhone.

Indonesia press release GM-Chevrolet that Mention global campaign is related to plans to market the Chevy Malibu to the whole world, precisely to 100 countries from all continents.

Visitor's official website will be asked to provide questions at the launch. Questions sent via Twitter account using the keyword # Malibu Reveal and also the official account Chevrolet on Facebook.

Team of the Chevrolet will provide a direct answer to be displayed on the official site shortly after its release over Malibu.

Malibu will also be introduced at the Shanghai Auto Show 2011, 19 April. The vehicle will also appear in the event the New York International Auto Show starting April 23.

 

"Regardless of where Malibu will be sold, in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, or Australia, this car has been designed according to the needs of the world community," said Rick Scheidt, vice president of Chevrolet.

Malibu, according to the manufacturer it is a mid-sized automobile from Chevrolet's first globally sold. Family of fuel-efficient four-cylinder engine with six-speed transmission.

 

Previous Malibu is one model Chevrolet and GM's top-selling product in the U.S. throughout 2010, with sales reaching 200,000 units.

The car is a car that most like to be modified with it won over 40 awards from various institutions since 2008.

Malibu into a car in the mid size segment that won awards Automotive Consumers Digest Best Buy, for three consecutive years, namely 2011, 2010, 2009. Malibu was also named as a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety in the past two years.

More than 570,000 units of Malibu has been sold since 2008, when the Malibu was named North American Car of the Year (The Best Cars of North America). Malibu released since 1964 and in 2013 will attend the 8th generation Malibu.

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BMW 520d Diesel, Steady. . .

BMW classified dare premium diesel sedan market through 520d sedan. For luxury car manufacturer has not been a lot of courage to bring the diesel sedan to Indonesia, for reasons still poor quality of diesel fuel in the country.

For those who are curious about the car this premium diesel BMW 520d. Come, we discuss how the performance of the car for Rp 768 million off the road in Jakarta.

Looked outside, the car is cupuk masculine. Many people believes BMW 520d sedan is a gasoline-powered sedans like most. But in fact different. Whoever would have thought the BMW 520d is a petrol drinker.

BMW 520d very muscular appearance with a line from front to aft. BMW seems to not want to let go of the image of the BMW 520d as a European car high flavor. Appearances before a fresh with a blend of Xenon lamp and fog lamp round on the right and left.

The car was about to be directed to Cibubur. Whoa, before stepping on the gas pedal is connected by Advance Diesel engine capacity of 2.0 liter turbo as well as review the interior side of the car.

BMW 520d Diesel passenger cabin is very luxurious. The interior is equipped with CD player, cruise control. Fun steering not only be regulated up and down but also can be withdrawn and lowered according to the distance the driver's body.

Also into the cabin does not have to turn the key, because the available features electrically-stop star so just press the button and pocket the key to staying alone. Well, if you want to view mirror back to the left will go down by itself. The car was on the way to Cibubur while looking for suitable locations to conduct a photo session.

Engine hood is wide enough, initially impressed difficult to monitor the condition of the car especially when in the red light or traffic. But after a long time will definitely get used to these conditions.

Happiness difficulty was also helped by a fairly wide windshield, so the visibility of the driver helped. Electrical systems are embedded in the car were also found on the chair seat height can be controlled via the electrical system, only backwards and forwards who are still moved through the manual.

Transmission lever was placed in D, then the indicator light on the dashboard instrument panel was lit. BMW 520d Diesel gas pedal on the highway was in stampede suburbs (JORR) toward Cibubur.

Wuss! 2.000cc capacity machine that can shoot 184 hp power and 380 Nm of torque is quite fierce.

Character turbo engine is very responsive thanks to the embedded. Well, if you want to feel more performance, you can shift the gear lever D to the left, the manual mode.

You can move your teeth as you want by pressing the lever up and down the M1, M2, M3, M4, M5, M6, M7, M8.

BMW 520d Diesel equipped with safety features, the tire leak Run Flat Tires, crash sensors, brake assist, ABS, EBD. But unfortunately the wheel is still a little heavy, although the car is moving from point 0 km. The difficulty occurs when zig-zag on the highway.

Enjoyment of other aspects of the car when the car in the condition of speeding, a feature of features in car speakers can raise the sound by itself when the car in the speeding. You also can enjoy a 7-inch touch screen, Radio CD, 6 loudspeakers, and a USB audio interface.

What about suspension? When invited to a bumpy road, the BMW 520d suspension works very well, all the rocks and bumpy road dilibas perfectly without any constraints. Suspension is not giddy character and very soft.

From the results test, detikOto get BMW 520d fuel consumption is 1:10 in the city, while outside the city capable of 1:14. A little more extravagant than BMW claims that reached 1:19,2.

If you think about fuel consumption, it seems this car is perfect but have to think again if you want to go out of town.

Because the car is forbidden to drink regular diesel fuel. If at Pertamina, the car was only matched by Pertamina DEX is priced Rp 10,500.

Specifications:

Advance Diesel engine capacity of 2.0 liter turbo

Power 184 hp at 4400 rpm

Maximum torque of 380 Nm at 1750-2750 rpm

Compression ratio 16,5:1

Acceleration 0-100 km per hour in 8 seconds

Acceleration 80-120 km / h 6.9 seconds

Top speed 227 km per hour

Pros:

Excellent engine performance

Rear passenger cabin area

Fuel efficient

Luxury features

Disadvantages:

Steering weight

Roaring sound is still audible to the rear passenger seat

Limited stock of good diesel fuel outside of Jakarta.

Source : detikoto.com

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Cars World Head of State

For the sake of showing appreciation the work of the domestic automotive, usually heads of state to use a local car as their official car.

President of the United States for example, use a Cadillac limousine, the Emperor of Japan using a Toyota, the king of England using a Bentley, and the prime minister of Italy using a Maserati.

For those countries that have more than one car company, usually they use interchangeably.

Besides the honor, the use of cars in the country as the official state car is also to show the greatness of their cars. At the very least, the car to head of state has special security features, such as the use of steel and bulletproof glass.

Unfortunately, not all countries have a competent automotive company. Therefore, they usually choose a car production countries that have diplomatic ties strong.

Canada's example, exclusively use the cars manufactured by General Motors. Prime ministers use the Chevrolet Tahoe and Chevrolet Express.

In the ASEAN region, countries that have used local car just Malaysia. Prime Minister of Malaysia using the Proton Chancellor. Nevertheless, Malaysia is also still use the BMW 740Li.

Meanwhile, the prime minister of Thailand to ride Mercedes-Benz S600L W220, BMW 730LI E66, and Range Rover. And president of the Singapore use a Mercedes Benz S350L and the Lexus LS430.

The most eccentric instead of Brunei Darussalam. Affairs piece on Borneo island is using the official car Rolls-Royce Phantom VI. This is for official events, when relaxed, his state car turned into a sports car Mercedes Benz W163 ML55 AMG and Maybach 62.

What about Indonesia? President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono to use Mercedes-Benz S600L W221 made in 2007. It uses the official car plates RI 1. Similarly, the vice president, also use a car with the same type of plate RI 2.

Previous official car is a Mercedes-Benz S600L W140 production of 1994. This car is now used as a backup vehicle. Not only that, the president appeared to have BMW X5 used when the Jakarta floods, especially in 2007.

Meanwhile, a convoy of security personnel who followed the president to use the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, BMW X5, Range Rover, and Toyota Land Cruiser.Sometimes it also comes with a number of Toyota Camry, Nissan Patrol, and Ford Expedition.

Caravelle Volkswagen and Toyota Alphard is also present in the presidential motorcade. These cars carrying security guards. The convoy was escorted by several police cars Mazda6 and Mitsubishi Galant VR-4, as well as motorcycles.

Meanwhile, cabinet ministers use the Toyota Crown and guarded by the Nissan X-Trail.And members of parliament using a Toyota Fortuner without escort.

source : wikipedia

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Mitsubishi Grandis more prestigious

The phrase "It's About prestigious" deserved strapped Mitsubishi Grandis MPV, which offers an attractive design and technology fresh. This is evidenced by the supply from Thailand which is only about 150 units per month, Mitsubishi Grandis enthusiasts turned out in Indonesia already exceeded 650 units.

MPV is positioned on top of this class, it has everything you need well-established group. Besides having advantages in design, the Mitsubishi Grandis is also bringing the technology is still fresh in the ranks of Mitsubishi products are sold in Indonesia.

Exterior:

Grandis exterior design expresses a fresh sensibility in shape and look stunning. This impression has been felt from the front with three-diamond logo placement, combination type halogen lamp with the main lights are designed to ensure the expansion of light without compromising the charm of the Mitsubishi Grandis.

Interior:

Space inside is no less special. Dashboard design theme of wave forms decorated with dazzling illumination instrument panel, air conditioning controls are practical, and with Knop transmission gate type elegant, so as to evoke a feeling roomy and comfortable inside.

Spaciousness and comfort in the real space with a chair design that can be made in several configurations, which is made very easy. Each bench can be adjusted independently, allowing you to easily put personal belongings.

Engine:

Carrying Grandis MIVEC engine (Mitsubishi Innovative Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control System) 2.4-liter capacity. Grandis engine technology is the most modern in the Mitsubishi product line that has been marketed in Indonesia.

MIVEC system is able to optimize the output by using a variable ignition timing. At low speed using a cam low / medium that makes the time valve with a small overlap, maximizing fuel, low torque and ignition minimize exhaust gas on cold starts.

At high rotation (above 3600 rpm) change the profile to the high camp that makes the valve with a large overlap. This overlap gives advantage to the speed of the air supply to increase the flow into the cylinder with each round of increases in output.

Grandis also features smart transmission as INVECS-II 4A / T Intelligent & Innovative Vehicles Systems Electronics Control System (INVECS-II) makes the operation of the transmission is so easy and makes everyone feel comfortable driving the Grandis. This transmission can be operated like a manual transmission for a more spontaneous acceleration.

Safety:

Some of the awards matter of salvation already achieved this Grandis. Euro NCAP four-star rating RISE (Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution) body. 6 star rating given by NASVA Test, which tests the security of the Japanese government.

Achievement is achieved thanks to the application of safety features are complete and tested. Features include passive safety that includes dual airbags for driver and passenger in front, seatbelt pretensioner and force limiters, and ABS brakes with EBD-enhanced.

Data and Facts:

ATPM: PT. Krama Yudha Three Berlian Motors

Type: MPV (Multi Purpose Vehicle)

Price: Rp. 292 million (on the road in Greater Jakarta)

Engine: MIVEC 4-cylinder, 16 valve

The contents of the cylinder: 2378 cc

Diameter x measures: 87.0 x 100 mm

Power max: 165 rpm ps/6.000

Max torque: 22.1 kg.m/4.000 rpm

The legs are:

Front suspension: McPherson Strut with coil spring

Rear suspension: Semi-trailing arm with coil spring

Type of wheels: Alloy wheels

Tire size: 215/60 R16

Brakes front: ventilated disc

Brakes rear: Solid drum in disc

Dimensions body:

Length: 4765 mm

Width: 1795 mm

Height: 1655 mm

Wheelbase: 2830 mm

Weight: 1625 kg

Turning radius: 5.5 m

Fuel tank: 65 liters

Source: KapanLagi.com: Kalau Bukan Sekarang, Kapan Lagi?

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New Ferrari F150

Ferrari dispute with Ford about the use of the name F150 F1 team jingrak horse seems to end. Maranello, Ferrari's headquarters, willing to change its design, but still use the F150 as a reminder 150 years of Italian unification.

When Ferrari introduced the 2011 race car that will dibesut two pebalapnya, Fernando Alonso and Felipe Massa, mention code F150. Cash, Ford protested by the use of the code because it would confuse consumers because they have the F-150 pickup that is very popular.

Ferrari were finally willing to change the design with nemambah "year" (year) and "Italian". Only, for the year, used the symbol "small-zero" above zero degrees or some kind of sign. Then the letter "F" is removed is replaced with a Ferrari, so it would Ferrari 150 ° Italy.

"Now this is read Ferrari 150 Italian to name a car (F1) as a warning to the state union," a statement from Ferrari. With this change, the issue could be terminated.

Maranello - This season his new car called the Ferrari F150. Maranello-based team that turned out had his own reasons related to naming it.

The Prancing Horse plans to launch car anyarnya on Friday (28/01/2011). At the same time F150 also will be tested officially for the first time at Fiorano.

For naming, the Ferrari F150 states that used to commemorate 150 years of Italian unification.

"Ferrari is an expression of excellence, talent and creativity of Italian society," said Ferrari president Luca Montezemolo was quoted as saying F1 Live, Thursday (27/01/2011).

Both men and women, both have their roles and their operations in order to present the Italian Maranello to the whole world. On the spirit that we dedicate this car, "she cried again.

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Porsche Cayman S, the black edition is only produced 500 units.

After the Boxster and 911 Carrera produced in black edition, now the sports car manufacturer will release a re Porsche Cayman s Black Edition which will only produce 500 units. 

In the Cayman S Black Edition boxer engine mounted 4.3-liter 6-cylinder. Compared to the regular model, the Black Edition to produce power 10 hp or greater to 330 hp at 7.400rpm. While maximum torque is achieved up to 370 Nm at 4.750rpm. 

To achieve 0-100km/jam speed, two-seat coupe it only takes 5.1 seconds with a 6-speed manual transmission. Meanwhile, when operated with optional double clutch (Doppelkupplungsgetriebe, MDD), then a little faster, which is 5.0 seconds. This time could be cut to 4.8 seconds when the Launch Control technology in the Sport Chrono package is activated.Cayman S Black Edition can be sped up to speed 279 km / h or faster 2 km / h than the Cayman S with manual transmission. As for when moving to dual clutch transmissions can penetrate the 277 km / hour. 

Especially for the Black Edition, a German manufacturer is equipped with technology headlights Bi-Xenon and LED daytime running lights. While the interior is made in such a way leads to high sportsmanship. One of them visible from the steering wheel and seats wrapped in leather different alloys.The plan Black Edition will be available starting in July 2011. In Germany, the Cayman S Black Edition is sold at 67,807 euros including VAT, or approximately USD 852.79 including VAT. (otomotoshare.blogspot.com reported from various sources)

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Toyota Alphard vs Vellfire

Toyota officially released a new car with a twin Alphard impressed Vellfire more sporty than the Alphard. But basically the features of both cars is the same. Only the exterior appearance that might look different between the two. Toyota Vellfire released in the first half of 2009 as a twin of Alphard. Design of two-tiered headlights and grille shape the character makes Vellfire become more sporty appearance and gallant. Interior lighting in Vellfire may be organized into four levels of light thanks to LED technology.Headlamp is made separately with the body lines look stylish. Bumper also combined foglamp dynamic vertical. LED Taillamp styled patterned separately, fitted front and rear cameras for security features.

Vellfire has a length of 4850 mm and 1915 mm wide and 1840 mm high by 2950 mm wheelbase. Vellfire engine of 2400 cc and power 167 hp DOHC 4 cylinder engine has 16 valves. 

While Alphard has particularly long with a width equal to Vellfire height 1830 mm and 1890 mm and 2950 mm wheelbase. For the engine, carrying Alphard 3500 cc engine-powered 276 hp, 6 cylinder DOHC, 24 valves.
But do not guess the first one, Vellfire who have smaller engines than Alphard, certainly more vivid than the Alphard.

The second car features a futuristic and comfortable. Inside is a seven-inch monitor that transmits visual GPRS, and display car anterainment. Also provided coolbox for cooling drinks. The curtains in every window, designed to maintain passenger comfort. Chimney at the roof center to function as air conditioning. Equipped with a complete security facilities. For example GOA skeletal structure that can reduce conflict, there is a radar that will inform you when the car in a collision risk conditions. Also surrounded by seven points to maximize the safety of passenger airbags. 


Available in 2WD and 4WD 2 type. Type of automatic transmission (AT). Fuel Gasoline (Petrol) Passenger capacity Available in 7 and 8 passenger capacity (According to Japanese law) Price: Vellfire: 2400cc 2WD = U.S. $ 38.400. 2400cc 4WD = U.S. $ 40.400. Alphard: 3500cc 2WD = U.S. $ 42.300. 3500cc 4WD = U.S. $ 44.300.(Reported by otomotoshare.blogspot.com from various sources)

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Mazda MX-5, World's Best Selling Roadster

Guinness book of Records recently confirmed the origin of the Japanese car manufacturer that is mazda MX-5 as two passenger cars with an open roof of the world's best-selling. MX-5 is Mazda's flagship car in the roadster coupe class.

This is obtained, after the MX-5 or also known as Miata, managed to carve figures of production up to 900,000 units. But that number is not obtained within a short time, but within 21 years from first appearance in 1989.

According to Nobuhiro Yamamoto, Program Manager of the MX-5, since it first launched, the MX-5 has twice amended the latest design and a few times a facelift.

"Since its first glide, Mazda MX-5 up to now has been amended twice with a series of upgrades. The success of these cars in the world thanks to the loyalty of their consument around the world. In the future, I will try to make the MX-5 still good to be loved a lot of people , "says Yamamoto.

It is said, that the compact roadster is a global product of their longest use the name of the MX-5. Previously, the Mazda MX-5 in May 2000 and successfully listed its production by 531,890 units.

"Over twenty years after the first generation MX-5 was born, trends and vehicle technology changed drastically. The demand today is more and more friendly to the environment. And for the MX-5 will be armed with new technology, Mazda, SkyActiv. "Said Seita Kanai, Mazda's Senior Managing Executive Officer.

The plan, Mazda will target the production of up to one million units. For that, the Mazda MX-5 is being developed as a compact roadster engine responsive, secure and also more friendly to the environment. (otomotoshare quoted from various sources)

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New ML 350 Sport 2011 in Indonesia

Home modifications Bulgarian origin, Vilner, continuous surprise. This time they re-worked Premium SUV owned by Mercedes-Benz ML 350. Important changes interiors sector.

Reporting from autoevolution.com, Vilner focus his composition on the sector cabin that became his forte. Vilner give a new identity on inteior 350 ML through the use of Alcantara to the top of the dashboard, regions particular in the door, and the middle of the chair.

In February last, the ML 350 Sport comes as a variant of entery level in the ranks of second-generation M-Class. When compared with other variants of the M-Class ML 350 Sport variant has the look with some differences in style as well as additional features that make it more dynamic at a premium off-roader class, then no one when referred to it as' the stylish premium off-roader '. Not only that, the variant that has a base model ML 350 4MATIC is also promising a sporty characteristics through the addition of new sports package on the exterior and interior. advanced features such as Headlight Cleaning System which ensures the headlamp lighting equipment shining brightly despite a drive in the rain and mud when it blocked and also Parktronic system that allows drivers when parking, share 350 ML Sport pinned on this. Even the addition of Bi-xenon headlamp with Active Light System and Cornering indicate that the ML 350 Sport also care about the level of driving safety.

Many other areas in the cabin swathed in layers of skin including steering wheel using a combination of quality leather and perforated Artico Man standards. As a result, the cabin was 350 ML just look luxurious. Not to mention the interior trim 350 ML Sport which has been decorated with wood Borlet Walnut. Additional elements of silver also resulted in contrasting views interesting.

On the exterior, Vilner using minimal approach. Perhaps ordinary people will see tuning model is no different with the conventional model. In fact Vilner complement these premium SUV with a set of custom lights using LED technology, while the element is replaced with chrome chrome black. Dark colors, which contrast with the white color Boi, is used to rims.

The existence of lightweight aluminum rim dimension 19 "are attached at the legs too add 350 ML Sport view more manly. while for entertainment devices, ML 350 Sport also been equipped with Audio package Surround-sound with a quality equivalent to the concert room output is for sure Harman Kardon Logic7 will ensure that motorists and passengers feel the comfort of a premium off-roader. 350 ML Sport is priced at Rp 1099 billion off the road it comes to use performance 3498 cc V6 engine that collaborated with the 7G-Tronic transmission system and can produce power of 272 hp at 6000 rpm and torque of 350 Nm at 2400-5.000rpm. With this, the ML 350 Sport can accelerate from point 0-100 km / h in 8.4 seconds period.

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Pajero Sport Dakar, brand-new machine is more steady

Pajero Sport Dakar

After introduce new diesel engines DI-D Hi-Power on April 15 last, at last on April 27, yesterday PT Krama Yudha Three Berlian Motors (KTB) introduced a new variant Pajero Sport Dakar SUV in Indonesia using the new diesel engine.Despite carrying the diesel engine type 2.5-liter 4D56 similar to the previous version, but this new engine has more power which PS@4.000 178 rpm, while the previous model 136 PS. Torque becomes greater with the characters 'flat' of 350 Nm between 1800 to 3500 rpm.This can be achieved thanks to various improvements that one of them with the use of the device Variable Geometry Turbo (VGT). This device combined fuel supply system Common Rail Direct Injection technology that has been proven to increase performance and engine efficiency.

Pajero Sport

Excess VGT turbo model is its performance capabilities that have been functioning optimally when the engine is at low to medium rpm rotation. In this turbo tool, there are fins with the angle that can vary so as to suit the needs as well as regulate air pressure as optimal as possible on a wider rpm range."This new machine is offered as an additional option for consumers who need more performance. The 136 PS diesel engines and equipment to be offered to consumers because basically this machine has been good and customers are highly satisfied."Operating says Marketing Director of KTB Eiichi Koito Pajero Sport at the launch of Dakar, on Wednesday (27 / 4).To offset the growing ability of the engine gahar, Dakar Pajero Sport equipped with intelligent automatic transmission second generation Mitsubishi INVECS-II (Intelligent & Innovative Vehicle Electronic Control System) is able to adjust to the character of the driver. This transmission is also equipped with a feature-style operation that can be operated manually via levers behind the steering wheel (paddle shift).Dakar Pajero Sport variant also features Hybrid Limited Slip Differential (LSD) as standard facilities. This facility is commonly used in true off-road vehicles are also increasingly popular use on board luxury sedans on the latest generation.LSD is needed when one of two drive wheels lose traction. If that happens, the device will move the power swivel on wheels mate who still has traction on road surfaces.When observed at a glance, the exterior of the Dakar Pajero Sport does not have many significant changes other than the presence of an electric sunroof and HID headlamps projector lamp model with auto-leveling feature plus a jet washer to clean the headlights.Another difference comes in the form of additional equipment such as outside rearview mirror that can now be folded electrically, fog lamps with chrome rings, rear roof spoiler, muffler cutter, and a new license plate holder.With the presence of this new variant, Pajero Sport line that carries the tagline 'All Round Family SUV' now has 5 variants choice:1. Dakar 4x4 AT DI-D Hi-Power 178 PS (Rp468 million) 2. Exceed 4x2 AT DI-D 136 PS (Rp408 million) 3. Dakar 4x2 AT DI-D 178 PS (Rp378 million) 4. MT 4x4 GLX DI-D 136 PS (Rp361 million) 5. MT GLS DI-D 4x2 136 PS (Rp412 million)The presence of AT 4x4 Dakar DI-D Hi-Power 178 PS variants are also intended to replace the 4x4 AT exceed that now no longer produced by the KTB.On the same occasion, Executive Marketing Director of KTB Rizwan Alam said that with the presence of new variants Dakar Pajero Sport, Mitsubihi increase sales targets Pajero Sport variant which was originally 1,000 units per month to 1400 units per month.(Quoted oto moto share from various sources) 

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BMW Supercar in mission Impossible 4

Mumbai - The film often becomes the newest car in action. Well in the movie Mission Impossible 4, Ethan Hunt will be accompanied by a super car owned by BMW which is still a concept that BMW Efficient Dynamics Concept. 

This car was caught filming Mission Impossible are following in India. As reported by Motorauthority, Wednesday (04/27/2011) guarded even though the atmosphere of shooting the bodyguard, after all the car pictures still appear on the internet. 

In addition, the popularity of the movie Mission Impossible apparently drew the attention of local residents. Many residents huddled just look at cars and movie stars who played in Mission Impossible 4. 

BMW supercar is a car 4 passengers with the latest technology is environmentally friendly. 

This car can go with a maximum speed of 250 km per hour. With acceleration of 0-100 km per hour in 4.8 seconds. The engine can produce 356 horsepower with a torque of 590 lb / ft. (Detik.com) 

Design is universal and knows no borders or nations. Evident from the design of 3D rendering BMW Z5 Concept supercar this one. 

Although this design was not born from the BMW in Germany, but from Nobile-OT design studio based in Turkey, but his imagination worthy of judging. 

Within six months of this project, Nobile-OT Z5 Concept design as the Porsche 911 supercar competitor, the Audi R8 to the Lamborghini Gallardo. Z5 Concept is also plotted as a replacement series 8 which has long been discontinue.

The design adheres to grip Z5 Concept BMW Vision EfficientDynamics of the future combined with old supercar model range series 8.

No wonder, look Z5 Concept applied sloping snout with a grille 'kidney' typical BMW confirms grim and sporty impression.

From the side, Z5 Concept designed low-roofed, with an aerodynamic tail ramps supercar like the look of today, such as the Audi R8 and the Lamborghini Gallardo.

As a filler in the engine room behind the cockpit, Nobile-OT arming with 4000 cc engine-powered V8's 480 hp coupe convertible, the BMW Z4 GT3. This machine is claimed to be comparable to that of the Audi R8 V8-powered version of the 414 dk. Intrigued by the action of this BMW? At least be patient until the movie Mission Impossible 4 released later this year. (Mobil.otomotifnet.com)

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