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The Most Wanted And Most Waiting Car 2011

After showing off a concept version at the Tokyo auto show events 23 October to 4 November 2009 ago, Honda Motor Co. eventually. Ltd. to market Honda's Compact Renaissance Zero, or the CR-Z coming in February specifically for the Japanese market.

Honda CR-Z After that Honda will bring it to the European variant and the U.S. in the second half of 2010.

Brochures and advertising in virtual worlds such as Honda called motorauthority explained, the car will use gasoline engines 1500 cc four-cylinder power capable of spraying up to 114 horsepower at 6000 rpm.

While maximum torque, 145 Newtonmeter (Nm) at 4.800rpm.

Conventional engine with an electric motor that tech dikimpoikan typical Honda - Honda's Integrated Motor Assist (IMA), which generates up to 13.5 horsepower. Honda hybrid sports variant of this system is equipped with six-speed manual transmission.

But Honda also offers a choice of automatic transmission technology with continuously variable transmission (CVT), a six-speed. With the technology transfer rate of acceleration of the more subtle and barely felt.

The car was called the embodiment of Honda's commitment to the environment, both as an effort to meet the market demand for Honda, as called Takanobu Ito, chief executive at the July 2009 Honda ago.

"This plan (to produce a hybrid variant-ed) was done as part of Honda's new direction change in order to meet the demand for hybrid cars continue to rise," I Ito at the time.

But unfortunately, until now there has been no official explanation how the car was dibanderol


That said, Toyota as the manufacturer behind the launch of the Lexus LFA is willing to take the loss just to release this one product. It could be true when considering so many technologies that grafted Toyota on this one car. That said, 60% more than the car is made from carbon fiber so that the total weight of this car also can be pressed maximally.

LFA Project was started in the year 2000 and five years later, the Lexus under Toyota showcase this car in concept form at the Detroit auto show. Lexus plans to release only 500 units started in 2010. Lexus will produce only about 20 cars per month until the quota was met in about two years. Not only that, Lexus is also planning to select the applicants before allowing them to bring this car home.

Just caught a glimpse of this already appears that LFA is an exotic car. There are only two seats are provided Lexus LFA. V-10 engine capacity 4.800cc placed at the front as the engine power output is transferred to the rear wheels because the coupe is not using all-wheel drive system. This machine is capable of generating power at 553 horsepower with a maximum speed of around 325km per hour.

As mentioned earlier, 65% part of this car made of carbon fiber while the remaining 35% made of aluminum. This is also the cause of this LFA project so long in penggodokan included. Lexus initially planned to create a framework of aluminum in the middle of the project but plans have changed and now the frame is made of woven carbon fiber. These decisions have an impact on the total weight of about 100kg.

The use of carbon fiber was not only lose weight because of the desire car. According to chief engineer of the Lexus, with a carbon fiber body, the angle can be made more sharply so that the level was also increased aerodynamic. In testing, Car and Driver recorded a waktu3, 7 seconds to reach speed of 100km per hour. In addition this site also mentions that in high speed, it still remains stable LFA ridden.

This site is also mentioned in the matter of control, it feels very solid LFA although fully using electronic systems. Even if there are complaints, this site just to mention a little rough on the transmission mode is more automatic and the manual suggests using a more refined system. Agreed with Car and Driver Car Magazine is the opinion although the site is also mentioned that the design of instruments in the dashboard includes interesting. CNet did not mention the fact almost none of the weaknesses of the cars that they consider the evolution of the Toyota Supra

Update looks as if nothing had stopped at the Toyota car models. In later 2010, which in turn is the Toyota Auris facelift.

That a hatchback car with a Corolla platform is going through changes not only interior but also exterior. Auris would glide in England next year it will change the shape grille and bumper. The main lights would look more dynamic and different from existing models. Similarly bonnetnya.

At first glance, if observed, the Auris is almost similar to the Toyota Yaris. Increasing more views exist on the shape and design alloy wheels. Cyclic form is more sporty wheels with multi-beam design.

On the interior, comes with new colors and a touch of the materials that have better quality, especially at the highest version. Secured passengers who sat in it will feel more comfortable.

At the circumference of the wheel there is the ease in moving an automatic transmission. Toyota Auris has been equipped with gear shifting feature on the wheel. The result?

Driver response is more responsive because the process of moving teeth easily accessible with a finger or more ergonomic. Performance 1,800 cc engine fitted with CVT technology, so more subtle acceleration.

Another good news is the people of Europe, especially England would rather be in determining the type most interested in the Toyota Auris. The reason Toyota also intends to offer a hybrid version.

Hybrid Auris scheduled to be made in assembly plants in the UK, but the new Toyota will officially announce the end of this year. Santer news came Auris Hybrid will use the same technology with the Prius.

To monitor the extent to which the European community responses to the most environmentally friendly version of this, Toyota Auris will conduct tests with the Hybrid was the first time in England later in 2010

The Most Wanted And Most Waiting Car 2011

After showing off a concept version at the Tokyo auto show events 23 October to 4 November 2009 ago, Honda Motor Co. eventually. Ltd. to market Honda's Compact Renaissance Zero, or the CR-Z coming in February specifically for the Japanese market.

Honda CR-Z After that Honda will bring it to the European variant and the U.S. in the second half of 2010.

Brochures and advertising in virtual worlds such as Honda called motorauthority explained, the car will use gasoline engines 1500 cc four-cylinder power capable of spraying up to 114 horsepower at 6000 rpm.

While maximum torque, 145 Newtonmeter (Nm) at 4.800rpm.

Conventional engine with an electric motor that tech dikimpoikan typical Honda - Honda's Integrated Motor Assist (IMA), which generates up to 13.5 horsepower. Honda hybrid sports variant of this system is equipped with six-speed manual transmission.

But Honda also offers a choice of automatic transmission technology with continuously variable transmission (CVT), a six-speed. With the technology transfer rate of acceleration of the more subtle and barely felt.

The car was called the embodiment of Honda's commitment to the environment, both as an effort to meet the market demand for Honda, as called Takanobu Ito, chief executive at the July 2009 Honda ago.

"This plan (to produce a hybrid variant-ed) was done as part of Honda's new direction change in order to meet the demand for hybrid cars continue to rise," I Ito at the time.

But unfortunately, until now there has been no official explanation how the car was dibanderol


That said, Toyota as the manufacturer behind the launch of the Lexus LFA is willing to take the loss just to release this one product. It could be true when considering so many technologies that grafted Toyota on this one car. That said, 60% more than the car is made from carbon fiber so that the total weight of this car also can be pressed maximally.

LFA Project was started in the year 2000 and five years later, the Lexus under Toyota showcase this car in concept form at the Detroit auto show. Lexus plans to release only 500 units started in 2010. Lexus will produce only about 20 cars per month until the quota was met in about two years. Not only that, Lexus is also planning to select the applicants before allowing them to bring this car home.

Just caught a glimpse of this already appears that LFA is an exotic car. There are only two seats are provided Lexus LFA. V-10 engine capacity 4.800cc placed at the front as the engine power output is transferred to the rear wheels because the coupe is not using all-wheel drive system. This machine is capable of generating power at 553 horsepower with a maximum speed of around 325km per hour.

As mentioned earlier, 65% part of this car made of carbon fiber while the remaining 35% made of aluminum. This is also the cause of this LFA project so long in penggodokan included. Lexus initially planned to create a framework of aluminum in the middle of the project but plans have changed and now the frame is made of woven carbon fiber. These decisions have an impact on the total weight of about 100kg.

The use of carbon fiber was not only lose weight because of the desire car. According to chief engineer of the Lexus, with a carbon fiber body, the angle can be made more sharply so that the level was also increased aerodynamic. In testing, Car and Driver recorded a waktu3, 7 seconds to reach speed of 100km per hour. In addition this site also mentions that in high speed, it still remains stable LFA ridden.

This site is also mentioned in the matter of control, it feels very solid LFA although fully using electronic systems. Even if there are complaints, this site just to mention a little rough on the transmission mode is more automatic and the manual suggests using a more refined system. Agreed with Car and Driver Car Magazine is the opinion although the site is also mentioned that the design of instruments in the dashboard includes interesting. CNet did not mention the fact almost none of the weaknesses of the cars that they consider the evolution of the Toyota Supra

Update looks as if nothing had stopped at the Toyota car models. In later 2010, which in turn is the Toyota Auris facelift.

That a hatchback car with a Corolla platform is going through changes not only interior but also exterior. Auris would glide in England next year it will change the shape grille and bumper. The main lights would look more dynamic and different from existing models. Similarly bonnetnya.

At first glance, if observed, the Auris is almost similar to the Toyota Yaris. Increasing more views exist on the shape and design alloy wheels. Cyclic form is more sporty wheels with multi-beam design.

On the interior, comes with new colors and a touch of the materials that have better quality, especially at the highest version. Secured passengers who sat in it will feel more comfortable.

At the circumference of the wheel there is the ease in moving an automatic transmission. Toyota Auris has been equipped with gear shifting feature on the wheel. The result?

Driver response is more responsive because the process of moving teeth easily accessible with a finger or more ergonomic. Performance 1,800 cc engine fitted with CVT technology, so more subtle acceleration.

Another good news is the people of Europe, especially England would rather be in determining the type most interested in the Toyota Auris. The reason Toyota also intends to offer a hybrid version.

Hybrid Auris scheduled to be made in assembly plants in the UK, but the new Toyota will officially announce the end of this year. Santer news came Auris Hybrid will use the same technology with the Prius.

To monitor the extent to which the European community responses to the most environmentally friendly version of this, Toyota Auris will conduct tests with the Hybrid was the first time in England later in 2010

New Best Cars Models For 2011

Year 2010 approached. For many companies, automakers, this is a moment in determining the success of their latest products to sell to the public. Ten MSNBC version of the latest car models below include the various types of vehicles, ranging from mini cars to large family cars, each of which represents the uniqueness of its own.

1. Buick Regal
The new Regal has a more slender body and tight compared to its predecessor model that impressed soft. With four-cylinder engine equipped Turbocharge features, the car will compete with the Acura TSX car class. Power of 220 horsepower cars that have traveled 48 miles by one gallon of fuel will be present in the summer of 2010.

2. Chevrolet Cruze
Chevrolet trying to become a known brand car in a globalized world, such as Ford and Toyota. To achieve this goal, General Motors has developed several models and introduced it to the entire world. Chevrolet Cruze is expected to be the better car than its predecessor model Chevy.

3. Chevrolet Volt
The car that had been waiting for this moment to touch the market between Thanksgiving and Christmas day 2010. But unfortunately, this car is only sold exclusively for residents of California, the United States alone. Although to be released in other countries in 2011, only California community are able to fill the power of this new car at his house and drove as far as 64 miles without gasoline.
GM plans to build 3000 units in the first quarter 2011 Volts, 8000 up to 10 000 in the year, and 50 000 up to 6000 thereafter. GM's biggest concern is the public reaction to this price can not be determined.

4. Ford S-Max
S-Max is included in this type of multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) which is similar to a sports utility vehicle (SUV) in the U.S.. S-Max 2010 European version is equipped with diesel engines, while the U.S. version will use a four-cylinder engine with berturbocharge EcoBosst. The car that looks similar to the Honda Stream will be present with the contemporary urban elements.

5. Ford Fiesta
Through the Ford Fiesta, Ford's president Allan Mullay Ford plans to make as a company that has a big name in the small car market. This car really has been developed during the Fiesta Mullaly decided to release to the foreign market. He plans to replace some parts like lights and bumpers for entry into the U.S. market. Earlier in 2009, the Fiesta model has sold half a million units in several countries. Cars with this captivating design able to climb 64 miles per gallon.

6. Honda CR-Z
Honda so far has a good reputation for its products. Honda's car production to produce such efficient cars Cars Civic CRX. Right now Honda to try their luck with the latest concept car models, namely the CR-Z, 2011. This latest concept car uses a 1.5 liter gas engine assisted by an electric motor and adapted to a six-speed manual transmission, so consumers feel enthusiastic while driving.

7. Hyundai Sonata
After years of popularity a V6 engine, Hyundai now testing a family sedan that offers four-cylinder engine. This four-cylinder engine gives greater satisfaction than the V6. Horsepower at the engine power is expected to generate an adjusted 35 mpg with six-speed automatic transmission while on the road. New Sonata will be launched in January next, with a turbocharged version of the hybrid.

8. Mazda 2011
Mazda Motor Company will soon launch its latest car models degan stylish, sleek, and slender. And make the United States consumers lust after cars is immediately circulated there. This car will be powered by a 1.5-liter engine when it arrives in dealerships in late summer 2010.

9. Nissan Leaf
Nissan will start launching its products, namely Nissan menawrkan Leaf with electric-powered cars. Initial inventory will be limited, but Nissan promises to boost production levels. This car will not fall much more expensive than other cars. Price for lithium ion battery packs, the Nissan was the pioneer of innovative financing schemes, which will reduce the cost of the car. Didalamnnya Computer Systems will assist the driver in the refueling track location within range of 100 miles.

10. Toyota Sienna
Americans tend to still like the production of big cars to transport their family, friends, and equipment. Toyota is preparing for its new product, namely Toyoyta Sienna, a minivan that offers luxury features and saving in the form of four-cylinder engine. The standard engine used is a V6. It gives good strength, but it gives fuel savings a bit better than some V8 model. Sienna with a capacity of 2.7 liters can not pull a trailer, but can provide an estimate of the EPA, 26 mpg on the highway when in action. February 2011, Sienna certainly arrive at dealerships. (Job)

Citroen Nemo

The Bologna Motor Show is coming and how every year the news will be very many. Here we talk about the concept that Citroen will present at the Motor Show, Citroen Nemo. Exactly, Citroen decided to call a model with the name of the famous fish of Walt Disney.

The plea was developed in cooperation with Fiat and Peugeot already presented to Roas Transport Show in Amsterdam.Ecco press release:
Completely Nemo! Nemo Concept illustrates the surprising closeness between Citroën Nemo clown fish and his namesake. Like the fish, Nemo Concept can be seen as a "piccoletto" among their fellow human beings. However, its size will translate into an advantage, especially in the way traffic.

New SKY engines from mazda at Tokyo Motorshow next month

Mazda  the SKY-G and the SKY-D is new engine from Mazda .Mazda will be show the next generation petrol and diesel engines at the Tokyo Motorshow next month. The engines are called  respectively for the petrol and diesel versions.

The SKY-G engine is a 2.0 liter unit with direct injection and an improved variable valve timing system which gives it a 15% fuel economy and torque advantage over the current MZR engine in the Mazda 3 2.0 Sport. Direct injection was previously found only on the turbocharged 2.3 liter engine but is now available in the ‘regular’ engines.

The Mazda SKY-D engine is a 2.2 liter unit that offers fuel economy of approximately 20% better than the current 2.2 liter diesel engine. It features a newly designed engine block that reduces mechanical friction to the level of a gasoline engine. Other features include piezo injectors and a two-stage turbocharger. It doesn’t sound like its a twin-turbo setup, but instead is probably a variable geometry turbocharger.

N.S. triples limit for minor injury insurance payouts in motor vehicle crashes

HALIFAX, N.S. — The Nova Scotia government is tripling the amount of money that people who suffer minor injuries in motor vehicle crashes receive from insurance companies, while also holding down premiums.

Finance Minister Graham Steele said Wednesday the cap for minor injuries will go from $2,500 to $7,500 under legislation introduced by the NDP.

The new limit will be indexed to inflation, making it the highest in Canada, and Steele argues an actuarial study shows it won't mean higher insurance rates.

"It is best of both worlds," he said. "We get a better insurance regime and we get it at no additional costs to Nova Scotians."

He said the actuarial study by Oliver Wyman Ltd. is proof that it won't be necessary for insurance companies to hike premiums to pay for the increased payouts.

"We are absolutely confident, absolutely confident, that these changes can be absorbed without an increase in automobile insurance premiums," Steele told a news conference.

To raise rates, he said the insurance companies will have to prove their costs have increased before the provincial regulator, the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board.

The act will have a new definition, similar to the one in Alberta, which provides a more precise definition of minor injury as including "strains, sprains and whiplash-associated disorders." That will narrow the number of people making minor injury claims, but also allow a broader range of people to sue for higher damages.

The government is also planning to introduce further amendments that will allow consumers to buy "full-tort coverage," which allows them to buy insurance that covers the cost of injuries, whatever their nature.

Steele said the province plans a wider review of auto insurance prior to April 1, 2011.

The cap on minor injuries has been criticized by victims of car crashes since it was introduced in 2003 to help insurance companies reduce soaring premiums. Victims have argued in court cases that the limit was too low to compensate for the pain and suffering they went through from injuries suffered in crashes.

The Liberals chastised the NDP for failing to make the changes retroactive to 2003 for car crash victims.

Leo Glavine, the party's critic on the insurance issue, noted that while in opposition the New Democrats had frequently brought victims of crashes to the legislature to publicly criticize the system brought in by the previous Conservative government.

"I remember the mantra, 'We will fix a wrong.' That's not part of today's changed Insurance Act," said Glavine.

Steele said the actuarial report shows that applying the law retroactively would have cost $69 million - and caused a wider premium hike for all drivers.

Others critics questioned Steele's assurance that rates would remain steady.

"My concern is that the cost of insurance will go up for Nova Scotians," said Allan MacMaster, a Conservative.

He predicted more litigation under the amended act, driving up costs that the insurance companies will seek to recover, he said.

Bill Adams, vice-president Atlantic for the Insurance Bureau of Canada, said the industry can't predict yet what the impact of the changes will be on its rates.

"It will add costs to the auto insurance system. But what the effects will be for the premiums, we don't know at this time," he said.

The new system goes into effect immediately, but the insurance companies will only be required to process new claims starting July 1 to give them time to adjust their systems.

Review of 2008 Cadillac CTS

Review of 2008 Cadillac CTS

It starts off with freshened exterior styling that seems less "scientific" and more "artistic." Overall body dimensions are similar to the original CTS, but there are an additional 2 inches of track width to give the sedan a more powerful stance. This impression of substance is highlighted by aggressively styled fender flares and a new grille that takes cues from the Cadillac Sixteen concept car.

Inside, the entry-level Cadillac's cabin is constructed of higher-quality materials. Buyers have a choice of attractive carbon-fiber or real wood accents, and these frame an aluminum-trimmed center stack and console. Bright metallic accents also stylishly adorn the gauges, primary controls and dash vents. It's a classy look that avoids looking busy and overdone. Backseat passengers enjoy more than an inch of additional rear legroom, thanks to slimmer front seats.

If the passengers in the 2008 Cadillac CTS are happier, the driver will border on giddy, owing to the extensively retuned suspension and new powertrains. Cadillac chassis engineers spent a great deal of development time on Germany's famed Nürburgring road course, and it shows on even the well-controlled standard setup. Two additional sport suspension choices further dial up the fun.

Hummer HX Concept

TheThree new GM designers - David Rojas, Min Young Kang and Robert Jablonski, were given the opportunity by the American carmaker to create a concept vehicle for the Hummer brand that will debut at the 2008 Detroit Show in January. According to GM’s press release, the E-85 FlexFuel capable HUMMER HX “embodies the off road spirit of HUMMER in a fully customizable package”.

Among other features, the HX gets a pair of removable roof panels above the driver and front passenger and a modular, removable rear roof assembly enabling a quick conversion from closed vehicle to open vehicle SUT
In its final concept form, the E-85 FlexFuel capable HUMMER HX embodies the off road spirit of HUMMER in a fully customizable package. The HX offers an open-air driving experience via a pair of removable roof panels above the driver and front passenger and a modular, removable rear roof assembly enabling a quick conversion from closed vehicle to open vehicle SUT. It also features a slant back assembly with removable doors and fender flairs.

“Working as a team, you realize it’s more than one person influencing the vehicle,” said Rojas. “You can see the inspiration from each of our designs in the final concept vehicle. We’re all proud to have the chance to see our sketches become reality.”

The unibody 2011 Ford Explorer

The unibody 2011 Ford Explorer, based on the D3 platform used on the new 2010 Ford Taurus, will go into production in 2010 at the company’s Torrence Avenue plant. Expect an EcoBoost model to follow after the standard gasoline engine choices make their debut.

Sales of the Explorer have seen a drastic decline since the model’s popularity in the 1990s. In its peak year in 1999, FoMoCo sold 507,091 Explorers and 49,281 Mountaineers.

In 2008, sales of the Explorer declined to a staggering 78,439, while Mountaineer sales were 10,596. Both nameplates are down more than 50 percent so far in 2009.

Ener1 Lithium-ion Battery System

First Integrated Platform of Its Kind Offers Quick, Cost-Effective Solution Scalable to Suit Wide Range of Vehicle Applications
Ener1 Lithium-ion Battery System
NEW YORK, July 27 -- A new, fully integrated electric drive train developed by electric vehicle pioneer, Think, and powered by a lithium-ion battery system made by U.S.-based EnerDel (subsidiary of Ener1, Inc. Nasdaq: HEV), has been delivered to Japan Post via Zero Sports. Zero Sports of Japan has been selected by Japan Post as one of the conversion partners for delivering vehicles as part of a comprehensive on-road testing program which has been fast-tracked by the Japan Postal Service to electrify their fleet of 22,000 delivery vehicles. With the support of strategic partner ITOCHU Corporation, who organized this project, Ener1 provided engineering support on the delivery of the first two postal service vehicles to Japan Post via Zero Sports.

The drivetrain is being used to convert a gasoline -powered truck to run entirely on electric drive. The real -life data will be shared with other major users and potential customers of electric vehicles, including other postal fleets in Europe and the Americas.

Initially developed for the Th!nk City electric car, the complete system is the first of its kind to provide off-the-shelf availability combined with made-to-order performance in a wide variety of plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and electric vehicle (EV) applications.

"The ability to deliver a fully integrated, road-ready package that can be quickly tailored to suit a wide range of vehicle solutions is a major step forward for both of our companies," said Ener1 Chairman and CEO Charles Gassenheimer. "By significantly reducing time-to-market for our customers and meeting accelerated production milestones has opened up avenues of opportunity in exciting new programs. We are happy to be able to announce one such program today."

The new technology platform being utilized for this program unites Think's industry-leading EV drive system with EnerDel's award-winning lithium-ion battery technology. A spin-out of Ford Motor Company in 2003, Think Global has more than 18 years' experience in producing environmentally friendly vehicles. The two companies began an active partnership in 2007, with EnerDel developing a 26-kWh battery system for the Th!nk City vehicle, the first pure electric vehicle of its kind to use the next- generation technology.

"We have seen growing interest in supplying Think's proprietary EV drive system to third parties, a significant new business line and revenue opportunity," said Think Global CEO Richard Canny. "Our long standing relationship with EnerDel has culminated in one of the most advanced battery electric drive train systems in the world, producing reliable, high performance systems, which are both cost-effective and highly adaptable."

The Japan Postal Service is currently converting 25 percent of its fleet of combustion engine vehicles to electric drive as part of a government push to accelerate market adoption and infrastructure development for electric drive vehicles. It is anticipated that federal fleets across the world will be soon to follow their example. Initially they will develop a fleet of pure electric vehicles for testing in general business and sales use in the Kanagawa and Tokyo Prefectures, where the two conversion vehicles are currently undergoing on road testing. A picture of the vehicle may be viewed at http://tinyurl.com/meauur.

"Asia has long pioneered the future of electric drive, and Japan in particular has been a global leader in advancing its adoption," Gassenheimer said. "We are pleased to be working on such a high-profile project, and excited to be contributing EnerDel's proprietary lithium-ion battery technology designed and produced here in America. Working alongside our European partner Think, this has become a valuable global enterprise."

ITOCHU Corporation, a multi-billion dollar Japanese trading company and seed investor in Ener1 has been instrumental in expanding the Ener1 and Think commercial presence in Japan through its broad sales and marketing network. Ener1 is also partnering with Kyushu Electric Power ("KEPCO"), one of the largest public power and utility companies in Japan to create and manufacture rapid recharging systems for electric vehicles.

About Ener1, Inc.:

Ener1 develops and manufactures compact, high performance lithium-ion batteries to power the next generation of hybrid, plug-in hybrid and pure electric vehicles. The publicly traded company is led by an experienced team of engineers and energy system experts at its EnerDel subsidiary located in Indiana. In addition to the automobile market, applications for Ener1 lithium-ion battery technology include the military, grid storage and other growing markets.

Ener1 also develops commercial fuel cell products through its EnerFuel subsidiary and nanotechnology-based materials and manufacturing processes for batteries and other applications through its NanoEner subsidiary.

About Th!nk :

TH!NK was established in Norway in 1991 and designs, develops, manufactures and markets environmentally friendly vehicles and technologies designed to be smart, flexible and to deliver state-of-the-art and safe urban mobility solutions. The TH!NK City is the company's latest generation EV, and offers a range of 180km per charge and a top speed of 100 km/h.

2010 Ford Mustang AV-X10 wallpaper

Engine Location Front

Drive Type Rear Wheel

Body / Chassis Unitized steel

Production Years for Series 2010

Weight 3552 lbs | 1611.2 kg

Engine

Engine Configuration V

90-degree

Cylinders 8

Aspiration/Induction Supercharged

Roots-type

Displacement 330.00 CU IN. | 5408.7 cc. | 5.4 L.

Valves 32 valves.

4 valves per cylinder.

Valvetrain DOHC

Horsepower 540.00 BHP (397.4 KW)

Torque 694.00 NM (511.7 Ft-Lbs)

HP to Weight Ratio 6.6 LB / HP (Vehicles with similar ratio)

HP / Liter 100.0 BHP / Liter

Redline 6250

Compression Ratio 8.4:1

Fuel Feed Fuel Injected

Block Cast-iron

Head Aluminum

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Standard Transmission

Gears 5

Transmission Manual

Tremec T-5

Final Drive 3.31:1

Optional Transmission

Dimensions

Cargo Volume 13.10 cu. ft.

Passenger Volume 84.701 cu. ft.

Towing Capacity 1000.001 lbs

Seating Capacity 4

Doors 2

Produced 1

Exterior

Length 187.601 in | 4765.1 mm.

Width 73.901 in | 1877.1 mm.

Height 55.401 in | 1407.2 mm.

Wheelbase 107.101 in | 2720.4 mm.

Front Track 62.401 in | 1585 mm.

Rear Track 63.001 in | 1600.2 mm.

Interior

Front Headroom 38.601 in | 980.5 mm.

Rear Headroom 34.701 in | 881.4 mm.

Front Legroom 42.701 in | 1084.6 mm.

Rear Legroom 30.301 in | 769.6 mm.

Front Hip Room 53.61 in | 1361.7 mm.

Rear Hip Room 46.81 in | 1189 mm.

Front Shoulder Room 55.401 in | 1407.2 mm.

Rear Shoulder Room 53.401 in | 1356.4 mm.

Vehicles with similar dimensions

Suspension

Suspension Front : Reverse-L independent MacPherson strut, 28.6-mm tubular stabilizer bar

Rear : 3-link solid axle with coil springs and Panhard rod

Steering

Rack and Pinion with Power Assist

Steering Overall Ratio 15.7:1

Turning Circle 33.401 ft

Brakes

Front Brake Size 293.001 mm | 11.5 in.

Rear Brake Size 300.001 mm | 11.8 in.

Tires / Wheels

Wheels 19-inch

2009 Lexus IS-F Police Car

This is the precisious car, so exlucif, The Police in Humberside has received a new Lexus IS-F Police Car. Specially trained officers spent 12 months evaluating a number of high performance vehicles that are set to replace the current Subarus which have proved highly successful in enabling the
Roads Crime Section to target organized criminals in the area. Following a stringent evaluation process the decision was taken to purchase the Lexus IS-F after the vehicle proved to be exceptionally capable of remaining stable in high speed operational policing environments, despite carrying the extra weight provided by the £30,000 worth of on-board computers and communications equipment.

The Lexus IS-F Police Car has a performance tuned 5.0-litre V8 engine capable of reaching 62mph in 4.8 seconds and a top speed electronically limited to 168 mph and was supplied by Steve Kelly, Centre Principal at Lexus Hull who has been working closely with the Humberside police regarding the sale.

Ferrari’s Dino

Ferrari’s Dino

Despite being conceived more than two years ago, the whole project only got the green light in September, and is scheduled to be unveiled at a major motor show in 2009.

It's the supercar scoop of the year! Auto Express has had exclusive access to insider details and can now reveal all the details of the Italian legend’s most important new model of the decade. Yes, the Dino is back!

Taking the latter part of its name from Enzo Ferrari’s son, our contacts are confident that the eventual title will be ‘420 Dino’, with the number referring to the V8 engine’s size.

Back in Italy, one fierce debate is still raging between Ferrari, Pininfarina – the car’s designer – and Ferrari’s owner, Fiat. While all indicators still lean toward the Dino being a coupé-cabriolet with a folding hard-top, some bosses would prefer to launch the entry-level model as a berlinetta hard-top GTB first, followed soon after by a targa GTS.

This would follow the trend set by the 246 Dino GT and GTS from 1968 and 1971, and the 308 GTB and GTS from 1975 and 1977.

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Norton Featherbed

Something you don't see very often. A Norton Featherbed frame with an actual Norton engine in it!!

Good lord. This is just sooooo wrong....

Sorry. I love bikes and all that but this is too much. You're just going to have to go to Jalopnik to read "the rest of the story" on this one.

Audi R8 Club Sport 2011

Spy photographers just spotted Audis club sport racer the Audi R8 CS. With its big fixed rear wing, big round exhaust pipes, bigger diffuser and re-designed rear bumper (air outlets on the sides) it really sticks out compared to a “normal” R8 V10. Front bumper is also different with its small wings on both sides. Except for a power boost, we expect it to have lost some weight as well to make the CS package complete.

Mazda reduced 2011

 Japanese Mazda Motor said it had in the last fiscal year, thanks to lower costs, managed to reduce net loss of 6.5 billion yen (69 million), with 71.5 billion in the previous fiscal year.

The fourth-largest Japanese manufacturer expects that in the new fiscal year, which ends in late March 2011, achieved net profits of five billion yen, reported The Associated Press.

Sales Mazdinih vehicles per year has dropped by 15 percent because of weaker demand in all major markets, except China, where he recorded sales growth of 46 percent.

Serbian Opel 2011

Based on the tradition started by the Opel 1936th  with the first Kadett, Astra is a constant for decades among the top three most popular cars on the European list of best-selling compact car - that is the segment in which the waste 27 percent of the total car market.Astra makes selling a third of all Opel cars sold.

With 4.42 meters, the new Astra offers increased passenger space and comfort in the front and rear row of seats due to the length of 71 mm more than the previous generation car.Cooperation between designers and engineers who have recorded more than 600 hours of wind tunnel testing, fluid shape Astra is designed for maximum efficiency.

Elegant proportions, with a strong silhouette sketched with steep drop-windshield and roof line gives the visual excitement of a traditional hatchback format. The interior was used to issue the wings and blades as well as the exterior of which harmony is achieved.  The designers in particular tried to add more flexible solution for preservation.

Opel Astra chassis has been developed as a mechatronic system that is fully integrated mechanical and electronic control functions.Opel FlexRide electronic drive system is a rarity in this segment, and gives the driver three settings - standard, Sport and Tour - while fully and continuously adapts to changes in driving style and speed.

Other innovative technical features introduced in the compact segment with the new Astra as:

 • A new generation of bi-xenon front lights adjustable (AFL +)

 • Opel Eye chamber system, which recognizes the signs and warns drivers when a car accidentally went out  from their belts

 • Ergonomic front seats, developed for optimal back support and safety

We offer eight-Euro 5-compatible engine with exceptional performance.

Starting price is 13,999 euros, and refers to Astra engine 1.4 (74 kW / 100 hp) and a rich standard equipment that includes: air conditioning, radio CD/MP3, remote central locking, electric windows front glass, electrically adjustable mirrors, ABS , ESP system.

Porsche Panamera 2010

Owners of 11,300 Porscheovih Panamera received or will receive calls for additional service visit to remove the lack of which could lead to failure of seat belts.

U Porscheovom saopštenju se navodi da do otkazivanja spojnih tačaka sigurnosnih pojaseva na prednjim sedištima u sudaru može doći ukoliko su ta sedišta u krajnjem prednjem položaju. In Porscheovom statement says that a failure connecting point seat belts in front seats in the collision may occur if the seat in the front end position. U Porscheu kažu da taj nedostatak nije doveo do nesreća sa povredama. The Porsche said that the shortage has not led to accidents with injuries.

Servisni zahvat traje 15-ak minuta i sastoji se od dodavanja još jednog spojnog mesta na prednjim pojasevima. Service procedure lasts 15 minutes and consists of adding one more spojnog seats in the front belts.

Ford Racing Mustang Challenge 2010

Hurst Performance Vehicles je ovaj specijalni Mustang predstavio tokom Ford Racing Mustang Challenge trke na Virginia International Raceway-u, a na kraju će završiti na aukciji čiji je prihod namenjen za dobrotvorne svrhe. Hurst Performance Vehicles this special Mustang introduced in the Ford Racing Mustang Challenge race at Virginia International Raceway in, and finally will end the auction whose income is used for charitable purposes.

Kako bilo, Hurst Ford Racing Mustang Challenge Pace Car, zahvaljujući Ford Racing kompresoru, Ford Racing izduvnom sistemu od nerđajućeg čelika i K&N filteru, sada razvija 550KS i 734 Nm obrtnog momenta. However, Hurst Ford Racing Mustang Challenge Pace Car, thanks to Ford Racing supercharger, Ford Racing exhaust system of stainless steel and K & N filter, is now developing 550KS and 734 Nm of torque.