Minerva reportedly will introduce a new variant in PRJ (Pekan Raya Jakarta) 2011

Jakarta Fair is one of the big event, which within a period of a month full of busy consumers will visit this event to see things new and exciting. Where the event is often used as a place to promote a product. One of them is PT. Minerva Motor Indonesia is unlikely to throw away the opportunity to conduct a campaign at this event. Because expected to more than 3 million people will be present there. Mr. Edi Susanto, as the marketing manager of MMI explained that it would introduce a new motor in the event PRJ. But surely there is no clarity when Minerva will introduce his new product. Well. . . the more it intrigued me.

In the marketing history of PT. Minerva Motor Indonesia, had to sneak peek to journalists and friends of blogger in advance when a test ride Megelli 250. Well. . . we just wait PRJ surprises from the Minerva in 2011. Minerva Hopefully this new motor will no longer disappoint the consumers as case Megelli 250 yesterday. Surely it was a general expectation . . . hihihihii

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Honda won the Indonesian two-wheeler Market

From his blog uncle Taufik, explained that Honda back into two-wheel market leader INDONESIA for this month (May 2011).Honda managed to distribute as many as 377.517 units of motorcycles. Meanwhile, Yamaha Motor Manufacturers are also enemy close second place with a total distribution of 281.925 units.And Suzuki stands at 39,851 units. For the Kawasaki through the 7.578 figure, and TVS successfully distribute 2.179 units. Overall up to 5 months INDONESIA 2011 motorcycle sales have reached 3.412.499 units. And Gunadi Shinduwinata, the possibility of motorcycle sales target at the end of 2011 fiscal year could reach 8million units.

Percentage Market R2 Mei 2011

Judging from the number of sales in May last, the amount of production of Honda and Yamaha significant difference reaching 95.592 units. Well. . . stay just wait partial results from these data.CMIIW. . .

(reported otomotoshare from tmcblog.com)

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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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Honda Preparing CBF 700 2012

Honda CBF700

World motorcycle market will again shaken by the presence of new variants of the Honda, Its Honda CBF 700. Motor with a big cc is now being designed and tested. Photographer from the Netherlands managed to get a picture of Honda CBF 700 at the moment is being tested in the Alps last week.

Honda CBF is the latest entry-level class of the Honda, and was allegedly wearing a double transmission system. As the name suggests CBF 700, this bike will be equipped with 700cc engines and combined with the latest transmission technology Dual-Clutch Automatic adopted from Honda VFR1200F.

Another change is visible is on the design looks, if the previous version using the semi-fairing, this new Honda CBF is no longer wearing the fairing. Honda CBF 700 so that it is categorized as naked bike. Although the front to the rear lamp design that does not change. This bike looks more gahar in my opinion than the previous version.

Honda CBF125

Honda CBF1000

This time trying to develop a variant of the Honda motorcycle was a big cc using combination of high-tech. Honda targeting motorists who have the flying hours of classroom rending or scooter that allows users with low operating costs.

The news spread Honda CBF 700 will officially introduce it along with the EICMA 2011in Milan, and to the market released in 2012.

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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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