2013 Nissan Leaf

ymku.blogspot.com - New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, has a view on the future of mass transportation in the city. Bloomberg wants at the end of the next decade all taxis have to use electricity.

The policy was immediately greeted warmly by one of the biggest manufacturers in Japan, Nissan, which already has a line-up of electric-powered variant.

Autoevolution reported (4/23/13), Nissan has just announced six models has provided Leaf EV (Electric Vehicle). Leaf was appointed as a volunteer for a year in a pilot program.

Taxis normally operate 24 hours a day. Surely it would be interesting Bilam enyoroti major problems on the electric car, the battery charging process, especially as a means of transportation such as taxis.

"As part of our commitment to zero emission vehicles in the global market, Nissan is looking for ways to take advantage of electric cars, including application to the cab. Continuing from Nissan NV200 selected option as the Taxi of Tomorrow New York, our relationship with the city allows to simultaneously perform Leaf taxi testing and further developing electric vehicle technology for applications in the future, "said Joe Castelli, vice president, Nissan Commercial Vehicles.

"Although this model cab will not pave until the next six months, we attempt to predict the future in the form of a taxi. Traces career Nissan on electric vehicles make us the leading answer important questions about making electric cars as part of a fleet of taxis, so in the year 2020 we were able to reach a third of the taxi cab that is circulating electricity, "explains Michael Bloomberg.

Nissan Leaf named European and World Car of the Year, recorded a 89% rating in adult occupant safety, 83% to 84% of child protection and safety systems on-board, which includes an Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and a speed limiter as a standard feature. The car also gets 65 percent rating for pedestrian safety.

The battery system is activated when the vehicle crash simulations performed. The goal is to test the safety of electrical systems, including automatic disconnect system during an accident. Nissan says that the system is working perfectly. Car batteries are placed in the compartment under the floor, not affected by the accident.

"Nissan LEAF proves that Evs can achieve the same security level with the car in general. Standart is now made to the next-generation cars like the cars in the European market," said Euro NCAP Secretary General, Michiel van Ratingen.

Latest Results Euro NCAP crash test can also be seen on the new Ford Focus, Citroen DS4, Lexus CT200h, Peugeot 508 and the latest Volvo V60, which also received the highest rating of 5 stars. Focus gets special praise for the security features Active City Stop and Lane Keeping Aid her, while Volvo once again emphasized their commitment in the field of safety through ESC V60, alarm seat belt usage and speed limiting devices, which make these vehicles get high marks




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2013 Honda Amaze

Small sedan of Honda Brio was officially launched for the first time in Delhi, India. Honda Cars India also became the first version of the present Honda Amaze eco-friendly diesel engines. Even in India, Amaze glide with 10 variants and low price.

Of the 10 variants are divided among 4 gasoline engine models with manual transmission, gasoline engine automatic transmission 2 and 4 diesel engine versions of all the manual transmission. Amaze physical appearance than the hatchback Brio is not much different.

It's just a small sedan Amaze has an additional rear stern and on the fascia to be a little more sporty. For performance petrol engine versions will use the engine capacity of 1.2-liter 4-cylinder i-VTEC. Power output is 87 hp that will be channeled to the front wheels.

Looking for the latest diesel engine variants that are recognized more efficiently will be reinforced 4-cylinder 1.5-liter i-DTEC. Machines that are able to deliver a power of 98.6 hp is claimed to have an average fuel consumption of 25.8 km / lt.

 Honda, the Japanese car manufacturer finally launched a small sedan, New Amaze in India which is the sedan version of the compact-hatchback Honda Brio.
Honda Amaze in India priced at prices ranging from Rs. 5.9 lakh or approximately Rp. 87.6 million (Rupiah exchange rate as of this writing) on a 6-engined variant Amaze petrol and 4 diesel-engined variants. Then to trim or the most expensive variant is Honda Amaze VX and VX Diesel AT priced at Rs 7.5 lakh and Rs 7.6 lah or approximately USD 134 million and 136 million (in current Euro rate this article was written).
Amaze compact sedan has dimensions of 3,990 mm long and 60 mm longer wheelbase than the Brio hatchback. Amaze or Honda Brio Sedan comes with a choice of six attractive exterior colors, including the Urban Titanium Metallic, Carnelian Red Pearl and Taffeta White.
After sliding in India, Honda Brio sedan Amaze is also certain to enter the automotive market homeland, but there is no certainty of time attendance (See Also: New Cars Honda 2013). In addition, Honda is also preparing a small MPV cars and cheap berbasi of Honda Brio.




2013 BMW M1 Specification


BMW M1 is a rare sports car made by BMW in just 456 units. This is the only supercar ever produced by the Bavarian car manufacturer that is now considered to be part of history.

This car features a 3.5-liter 6-cylinder engine mounted in the center of the vehicle. The machine is equipped with mechanical fuel injection system Kugelfischer which makes it able to produce 277 hp and very strong in his day.

Developed together in a joint venture between Lamborghini and BMW, M1 was made between 1978 to 1981, which means, M1 youngest was 32 years old.

Of 456 units built, only 399 were certified by the use of the highway, while the other 57 units have undergone special tuning for racing purposes.

Auction house RM Auctions has made 1980 units M1 Henna Red color makes it even more exclusive because only 72 units that are colored like that. Unfortunately, this paint is no longer original. He has been repainted by the previous owner.

Unfortunately again, the vehicle was imported from Europe to America not through the federal standard procedure, so it would be difficult to list them in California, where the vehicle is currently located.

The car was auctioned with bidding starting price of U.S. $ 150,000 (Rp1.45 billion). Prices are fairly 'cheap' to buy part of BMW heritage pieces.

BMW Motorsport is preparing a supercar that will be named M1 Hommage. The reason this car will be a new challenger class sports car from Audi and Mercedes Benz.

The BMW M1 Hommage is developing that uses only two-seat sports car like. M1 Hommage was estimated using 4.0-liter twin turbo engine capable of spraying VW 600 hp.

In addition, the M1 Hommage will also use the technology embedded in i8 concept car, among others, the body of carbon fiber materials. The use of carbon fiber has the potential to reduce car weight to about 1250 pounds.

To improve performance, the design of the M1 Hommage also pay attention to aerodynamics. Namely the use of components such as fins that can change shape at high speed. The same thing has also been applied in the Ferrari 458 Italia.

With the M1 Hommage a variety of technologies will be able to run 100 km / h in three seconds danger. While the maximum speed reached 321 km / hour.

The plan, this car concept began to be exhibited in 2014. While the new car will be released to the market around 2016.

BMW M1 Hommage himself had produced in 1978. When the M1 use 3.500cc engine capable of spitting out 273 hp. BMW also only produce 456 units. Production was terminated in 1981.







Kia Carens 2013


The new Kia Carens has been revealed at the Paris motor show.

Details of the new MPV are currently limited, but Autocar understands the new Carens will replace both the current model and the larger Sedona, which went out of production last year.

It is again set to be offered with both five- and seven-seat options, but the UK is only likely to take the latter.

The model is understood to be based on the new Cee'd platform and is likely to share its engine range with that model as a result. Its new design is most striking, the Carens being the only 'old' Kia still on sale from before Peter Schreyer's design revolution.

This marks a dramatic shift forward for our MPV contender and brings the model in line with Kia's distinctive current design direction, said Hyoung-Keun Lee, Kia CEO.

Thanks to: Autocar

Paris Show 2012 Highlights: 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo

 
A subtly revised Lamborghini Gallardo has been revealed at the Paris motor show.

Changes to the Gallardo LP 560-4 ' the best-selling model in Lamborghini's history - include tweaked front and rear styling, new matt black 19in alloy wheels and larger air intakes in front of the front wheels.

The supercar can also be specified with a new Style Package, which sees the underside of the front spoiler, front and rear grilles and parts of the rear trim painted to gloss black. Further customisation is available through Lamborghini's 'Ad Personam' programme.

Also new to the Gallardo range is a new Edizione Tecnica specification for the high-performance LP 570-4 Superleggera and Spyder Performante models

These models get a new fixed rear wing, carbon ceramic brakes and a new look with three different colour combinations.

The revised LP 560-4 and new Edizione Tecnica models will be in showrooms from November. The Gallardo LP 550-2 coup' and Spyder models continue unchanged.

Thanks to: Autocar

Peugeot 301 2013

This is the new Peugeot 301, a compact four-door saloon aimed at emerging markets. It also ushers in a new naming strategy for future Peugeot cars.

The 4440mm-long Peugeot 301 will not be sold in the UK, but is still expected to become one of its best-selling cars worldwide after the car's debut at the Paris motor show.

The French firm hopes to achieve this by competing in the budget segment with one of the most stylish cars available, which also offers a class-leading 506 litres of boot capacity and cabin space, thanks to its 2650mm wheelbase. An extensive list of safety equipment is also offered, including ESP, ABS, four airbags and an emergency brake-assist system.

Peugeot claims the car has undergone extensive development in a number of countries and climates around the world to ensure it can have a comfortable ride quality on the likely broken surfaces of the roads of countries it's set to be sold in.

A modern engine line-up also features in the Peugeot 301. The 301 will be the second car after the 208 to get Peugeot's new three-cylinder 1.2-litre VTi petrol engine. In the 301, it is offered with 70bhp and can be equipped to either a manual or automated manual gearbox.

Two 1.6-litre engines complete the line-up, a 1.6 HDi diesel with 91bhp and a 1.6 VTi petrol with 114bhp. The diesel's sole transmission choice is a manual; the petrol comes with either a manual or an automatic.

Despite being a budget car, a series of more premium features will be offered for the interior. MP3, Bluetooth and USB connections are all offered alongside automatic air-con, a hands-free phone kit, automatic boot opening and rear parking assistance systems.

The new 301 will be built at Peugeot's Vigo manufacturing plant in Spain. It will go on sale on 1 November initially in Turkey, before sales start in Central and Eastern Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Latin America and Africa.

Thanks to: Autocar

Nissan 370Z 2013



A refreshed Nissan 370Z has made its debut at the Paris motor show. It will go on sale in the UK in November, in both coup and roadster guises.


Featuring the same styling details as the US version unveiled at the Chicago motor show in February, the facelift consists of new front and rear bumpers, the addition of LED daytime running lights and red brake calipers, which sit behind new 18 and 19-inch alloy wheel options.

Two new colours are also available: Magma Red and Midnight Blue.

Inside, the cabin has benefitted from minor trim upgrades to improve perceived quality.

There have been no changes made to the suspension or engine, with the 324bhp 3.7-litre V6 remaining.
Prices have yet to be confirmed, but are likely to be unchanged from the current model, with the entry level coup starting at 29,975.

Thanks to: Autocar

Peugeot 208 XY 2013


Peugeot has unveiled the production version of the Peugeot 208 XY at the Paris motor show, a style-led variant that's part of the manufacturer's ambition to move its brand upmarket.

First seen in concept form at Geneva, the 208 XY gets a range of exterior and interior embellishments. The mirror casings, fog lamp trims, window trims and rear skirt bead are chrome, with gloss-black finishing on the quarter panel and centre pillar. The car rides on 17in multi-spoke alloys and bears 'XY' badging on the rear. Roof decals are an option.

The cabin gets an aluminium pedal bracket and footrest and bespoke trim on the vents, dashboard, steering wheel insert and front and rear door crossbars. A chrome embellishment covers the door trims, vents and side decorations of the multimedia touchscreen. The dashboard itself is finished in a metallic bronze colour. The 208 XY's seats are trimmed in cloth and Alcantara.

The 208 XY will be available with a choice of two diesel and two petrol engine options, with the most efficient 1.6-litre oilburner emitting 98g/km of CO2.

UK pricing and availability will be revealed at a later date.

Thanks to: Autocar

Audi Crosslane Coupe Concept


Audi has confirmed its intention to launch a Q2 compact SUV with a new concept called Crosslane Coup at the Paris motor show.

The concept is 4250mm long, 1900mm wide and 1500mm high, with a 2550mm wheelbase. This makes it slightly longer, wider and taller than a three-door Audi A3, but shorter and lower riding than a Q3, the current entry-level Audi SUV.

The Wolfgang Egger-penned Crosslane Coup has a low, wide stance and a 3D grille design that's said to feature the future styling direction for Audi's Q models.

The concept is powered by a 116bhp, 184lb ft electric motor and battery pack, for an all-electric range of around 80 miles. A three-cylinder, 1.5-litre engine with 130bhp powers the electric motor when the battery pack runs dry, but direct drive from the engine alone is not possible.

The Q2 is expected to make production in 2015 as a direct rival to the next-generation Mini Countryman. The new SUV will sit below the Q3 in Audi's line-up.

Changes to the final car over the Crosslane Coup are expected to include a more conventional five-door layout, four-seat cabin and a higher roofline to increase practicality. The basic exterior design theme, though, should remain. A final decision on the direction the Q2 takes is due to be ratified by Audi bosses later this year.

It will be based on the new Volkswagen Group MQB platform, versatile underpinnings that will also feature on the second-generation Q3 in 2017.

The Q2 could share its exact platform dimensions with the Audi A2 high-riding hatchback and second-generation Skoda Yeti to help increase economies of scale.

Four-cylinder petrol and diesel engines will be offered in the Q2's line-up, with a choice of front-wheel drive or four-wheel drive.

Thanks to: Autocar