2011Official Honda Brio Roll

Honda is now Thailand has finally been launched Brio compact car in the city of Bangkok. Using the machine i-VTEC 4-cylinder capacity of 1200 cc, Brio has a power of 90 hp at 6,000 rpm maximum engine speed and torque of 110 nm at 4800 rpm. In addition to environmentally friendly, this car is also claimed to be fuel efficient. From the results of tests have been conducted by Honda, Brio can drink a liter of fuel for a distance of 20 km.

As quoted from burnyourfuel Saturday (03/19/2011) Brio is available in two versions, namely the type of S and V. Both types are also tersedai adalam 5-speed manual transmission, while the type V specifically provided CVT automatic transmission options.
With the long dimension of 3.610mm, 1.680mm width, and height and wheelbase 2.345mm 1.485mm, Brio claimed to have relieved enough cabin space with a large luggage space. But it remains easy to be invited to a narrow parking place.
Brio's a manual transmission priced at 399,900 baht, or approximately USD 115.9 million and an automatic transmission appreciated Brio 469,500 baht, or about USD 136 million.
The Brio V variants, priced at 508,900 baht, or approximately USD 147.9 million. Although the price is cheap, but the factor of security and safety remain unnoticed.
Proven Honda still use the feature braking Antilock Brake System (ABS), dual airbags, Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD), even the Electronic Power Steering (EPS).

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2011 BMW 1 Series M Coupe - Kelleners Sport KS1-S

The BMW 1-Series M Coup� (Type E82), the Kelleners Sport KS1-S high-revving inline six-cylinder engine with twin-turbochargers boosts the output of the KS Power SW 35M by a good 20 percent. Instead of the standard 340 hp (250 kW), the Kelleners Sport KS1-S produces max. 410 hp (301 kW) while max torque jumps from 450 to 550 Nm. The result is a decline in weight to power ratio from 4.4 to 3.8 kg per hp. And emphasising all this power are special Kelleners Sport rear silencers. With four 83 mm tail pipes, the stainless-steel system is optimised for unrestricted flow and distinguishes the car from the series model with a significantly more exciting exhaust sound.
The aerodynamic components of Kelleners Sport are designed to minimise wind resistance and ensure maximum down-force at high speeds. The MS front spoiler lip and the three-part MS grill insert made of electro polished stainless steel underscore the aerodynamic qualities of the car and create a supplementary visual impact. Naturally, this does not affect the BMW air curtains, which improve the aerodynamics by channelling the air stream around the front wheels. Visually, the improved agility is accentuated by decorative strips on the bonnet, roof and side sills.

The Kelleners Sport light-alloy wheels also contribute to the sporting characteristics and image. The extremely light, one-piece wheels reduce the unsprung weight and thus ensure dynamic handling. At the front, the 9�20-inch wheels are fitted with 245/30 high-performance tyres while the rear axle comes with 10�20-inch wheels and 265/30 tyres.

With their 15 elegant spokes, the �Hamburg� wheels are available in the following finishes: polished graphite-silver, polished platinum-silver and matt black. The �Berlin� wheel with slender double spokes is available in platinum silver polished, matt black polished and matt black.

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2011 Smart Fortwo Cabriolet review

The Smart Fortwo minicar came to the US in 2008, and I think most Americans -- myself included -- didn't quite know what to make of it. For 2011, Smart has given the Fortwo a very minor makeover. The cosmetic changes to the front fascia and instrument panel are almost impossible to spot, but the functional changes are much more noticeable: Knee airbags for all models, side-curtain airbags for coupes, and options like integrated navigation and (finally!) cruise control.

Lots to like
Skeptical as I was about the last Smart I drove, I was surprised at just how much I enjoyed this one. Not that it was love at first site; my first day of driving felt like a mobile prison sentence. But with each passing day I got used to the Smart's foibles and found myself looking for excuses to drive it. By the end of my test week, I was reluctant to give it up.

What did I like about the Smart? For one thing, the Cabriolet version I drove is the least-expensive convertible sold in the US. For $18,400 -- same as a decently-equipped Honda Civic -- you get an open-top car with air conditioning and an automatic transmission. The Smart's convertible roof slides back like a giant sunroof (link goes to photo) and then folds into a bundle at the rear of the car (where it blocks half the view in the rear-view mirror). Getting the full convertible effect requires manually removing the side rails, but it's an easy job and they store neatly inside the trunk lid. One advantage to leaving the roof rails in place is that you can open and close the top at any speed -- something no other convertible I know of can do. And because the Fortwo Cabriolet is so small and so stiff, it doesn't suffer from the chassis flex that plagues most convertibles.

More likes: The Smart's tiny size makes for unbelievable maneuverability, and I loved being able to parallel-park in half-size spots -- you know, those otherwise useless gaps left by people who aren't courteous enough to pull up close to the car in front. Thanks to the tall driving position, the Smart doesn't feel nearly as tiny as it looks from the outside. Acceleration from the 70 hp 3-cylinder engine is quicker than you might expect, and it makes a cool growly sound when you rev it. The Fortwo grips the road pretty well, and standard electronic stability control ensures things won't get too far out of hand.

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2012 Mini Cooper S, John Cooper Works Coupe - Photos and Info

Mini�s cars are known for their flingability, but the company is dragging its feet releasing info on its new Cooper Coupe. Last week, we got our first official photos of the car (albeit still partially covered in camouflage) and then got to drive a prototype (again, still partially covered in camouflage). This time, we�ve finally got photos of the whole car�not the concept, not spy shots of a camouflaged production car, not official shots of a camouflaged car, but official shots of a fully exposed production coupe, its thin quarter and rear glass uncovered, its helmet roof and racing stripes revealed in all their glory.

A Quick Re-Cap
There is very little new information accompanying these new photos. For those of you who missed the last few stories, however, here is a recap of this re-capped Cooper: the Mini Coupe is a two-seat, trunk-ated (though not truncated) version of Mini�s feisty hatch, based on the Cooper convertible�s structure. It has the same footprint as the Cooper hatchback, but its roof is roughly an inch lower and it features a faster windshield angle.

All three of the 1.6-liter engines offered on other Coopers sold in the States will be available in the coupe: the 121-hp naturally aspirated base four-cylinder, the raucous 181-hp turbocharged version of same, and the wild-child 208-hp John Cooper Works turbo four.

Wheels will come in 15-, 16-, and 17-inch sizes, with plenty of different designs available as options. Thanks to added bracing in the rear bulkhead and elsewhere, the Mini Cooper Coupe will be torsionally stiffer than the hardtop, but, at least in JCW form, it also will be roughly 55 pounds heavier.

However, we already know that, thanks to bespoke suspension tuning and brake-based torque vectoring, the coupe is more fun to drive than any other Mini body style. (At least it is for now. Engineers on our drive of the JCW car told us the final calibrations could still change.)

Lots of New Details
So, the news now is that the coupe will be available in nine colors, each featuring a contrasting roof in silver, black, or red. The only exception is black cars, which will be available with a black roof. Racing stripes will be optional. On the hood and trunklid, they will match the roof, and on the roof, they will match the body color. Also, the Coupe�s available xenon headlights may be ordered with a black housing, lending a more sinister appearance to the front end.

Park-distance control will be standard, and probably very handy since you may not be able to see much out of the mail-slot rear window. The Coupe�s cavelike interior comes standard with black upholstery and an anthracite headliner with ovoid recesses maximizing the available headroom. Sport seats are standard across the range, with leather, contrasting piping, and splashes of interior trim color available in option packages.

Other options include automatically dimming rearview and exterior mirrors, preparation for a trunk-top luggage rack, the John Cooper Works appearance pack (for non-JCW models), a Harman/Kardon sound system, Bluetooth and USB connectivity, and the Mini Connected system.

Inside, the cover separating the passenger compartment from the trunk features integrated headrest fairings that look cool but offer no functional benefit.

We still don�t know exact pricing, curb weight, or when we�ll start this whole sequence of coverage for the Coupe�s topless twin, the Roadster. We will bring those details to you as soon as they emerge. Meanwhile, enjoy these photos of Mini�s racy little two-seater with no camo�finally.

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2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee

SRT8 4dr SUV (6.4L V8 4x4 8-speed Automatic)

The Jeep Grand Cherokee gained an immense amount of refinement, sophistication and luxury with last year's full redesign. For 2012, it gets a bonkers high-performance SRT8 version that produces 465 horsepower. It may not be the most politically correct vehicle on the road, but the JGC is no doubt one impressive SUV.

Grand Cherokee SRT8
* 6.4L V8 engine
* Automatic transmission
* 4-wheel drive
* Navigation System
* Bluetooth
* iPod input
* Satellite radio
* Side/Curtain Airbags
* Stability Control
* Traction Control
* DVD player

The high-performance SRT8 took last year off while the regular Grand Cherokee was completely (and successfully) overhauled. Along with those inherent improvements, the 2012 SRT8 version brings with it a 465-hp 6.4-liter Hemi V8 that will supposedly bring this Jeep from zero to 60 mph in 4.8 seconds. Other upgrades include an SRT-tuned adaptive suspension, Brembo brakes, forged 20-inch wheels, steering wheel paddle shifters and special bodywork. Check back later this year for additional details as well as a full review of the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Exterior
Tires and Wheels
* Polished alloy wheels
* 20 in. wheels
* P295/45R Z tires
* All season tires

Roof and Glass
* Speed sensitive and rain sensing wipers

Doors
* Rear power liftgate door

Measurements
* Width: 76.3 in.
* Length: 189.8 in.
* Wheel base: 114.8 in.
* Maximum towing capacity: 5000 lbs.

Mechanical
Engine & Performance
* Base engine size: 6.4 L
* Cam type: Overhead valves (OHV)
* Cylinders: V8
* Valves: 16
* Torque: 465 ft-lbs. @ 2800 rpm
* Base engine type: gas

DriveTrain
* Drive type: four wheel drive
* On demand 4WD
* Transmission: 8-speed shiftable automatic
* Rear limited slip differential
* Brake hill holder

Fuel
* Fuel type: gas
* Fuel type: premium unleaded (required)
* Range in miles (cty/hwy): N/A

Safety
Safety & Security
* 4-wheel ABS
* Dual front and dual rear side-mounted airbags
* Child seat anchors
* Remote anti-theft alarm system
* Emergency braking assist
* Front and rear ventilated disc brakes
* Daytime running lights
* Engine immobilizer
* Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp
* Front center 3-point belt
* Rear center 3-point belt
* Turn signal mirrors
* Stability control
* Post-collision safety system
* Pre-collision safety system
* Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system
* Emergency braking preparation
* Driver head restraint whiplash protection system
* Tire pressure monitoring

Telematics
* Hard drive based display w/voice activation and directions navigation system
* Pre-wired for phone
* Bluetooth wireless data link for hands-free phone
* Real time traffic

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About the 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class will achieve higher fuel economy.
The 2010 M-Class is shown here.

Automakers may be loath to talk about future products, but that doesn't mean they want to keep their plans totally secret. Why else do they keep testing prototypes in locations frequented by spy photographers if not to get some advance publicity?

Nevertheless, Mercedes-Benz has kept an unusually tight lid on details about its third-generation M-Class premium-midsize SUV. Though camouflaged units have been spied on various roads and racetracks since summer 2009, M-B hasn't confirmed anything about this new model, nor has it unveiled the usual lightly disguised "concept" teaser, at least not yet. But though solid intel is sparse, sources have picked up enough info for us to paint a fairly accurate portrait of what's reportedly coming by mid-2011.

For starters, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class should be a full redesign, not a heavy makeover of the 2006-2010 generation. It's said to employ an all-new unibody architecture that Mercedes parent Daimler AG developed with Chrysler Group toward the end of those companies' stormy 10-year marriage. This platform also hosts the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee and is slated for a redesigned 2012 Dodge Durango (likely to be renamed Magnum). However, we suspect Daimler took it back to the drawing board after divorcing Chrysler so that no one could accuse the next M-Class of being even distantly related to anything sold by the troubled American automaker. And indeed, the M-Class will continue to be built at Mercedes' plant in Vance, Alabama, while the Chrysler SUVs roll out from that company's Jefferson North facility near Detroit.

Our hunch about platform alterations is based on reports that the 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class will be considerably lighter than current models, perhaps by as much as 300 pounds. Whatever the actual reduction, it's in line with efforts by all European automakers to pare as many pounds as possible so that vehicles can run smaller, more-efficient engines as a path to meeting the EU's stiff new limits on CO2 emissions. Of course, less flab is also a path to higher mpg, all else being equal, so the M-Class redesign dovetails nicely with Mercedes' need to comply with stiff new fuel-economy standards here in the U.S. We'd guess the weight will be lost mainly through more extensive use of lighter materials such as high-strength steel, aluminum, and plastic composites, but nothing more exotic or costly than that.

Despite its new "bones," the 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class will cast about the same shadow as today's version. Gossips speak of modest trims to wheelbase and overall length, which we peg at 1.2 and 2.2 inches, respectively. Width and height should stand virtually pat, however, and overall interior space should be little affected.

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New Megapro 2011

The changes are already visible from the design of the headlights are oriented on big bike (MOGE) equipped sowl, clear lens, multireflector and visor.

Then Honda also apply a different panel meters compared to the previous Pro Mega. In this section, the concept of combined digital and analog try. The result using the analog tachometer, speedometer while using digital technology.
Honda New megapro

Honda New megapro

The form also made a new gas tank-style hi-mount to make it look more muscular. Especially if you look a little kebagaian underneath, then there is the semi-fairing design that makes Mega Pro more sporty like moge.

For the legs the first time Honda Monoshock suspension applies to the motor sport his mid-end class. This suspension system also features two springs, upper and lower, that the spring can be set below the level of softness.

Part kitchen runway also overhauled by Honda. Manufacturers are cramming machines bearing the wing 150 cc 4-stroke SOHC 5-speed with technology XRP (X-tra Performance Responsive Engine). Armed with the new innards New Mega Pro capable of generating power of 10.1 kW at 8500 rpm with torque of 12.8 Nm at 6500 rpm.T.

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Honda Begins Operation of New Solar Hydrogen Station

Honda has launched a new solar-powered hydrogen fueling station capable of refilling fuel cell electric vehicles overnight. The device, under development for ten years, could theoretically be installed in the home garage of any future customer.

The single-unit station produces 0.5 kilograms of hydrogen over an eight-hour period. Sadly, many consumers would likely not find this to be purposeful in many situations. 0.5 kg of hydrogen will only move the Honda FCX Clarity a total of 30 miles.

Honda's new home station is not meant to replace commercial filling stations, which will still be necessary to fully fill a vehicle quickly, often in less than five-minutes. The slow-fill home-based station would be used to reduce costs to the end user.

A full "fast fill" at a commercial location would provide the Honda FCX Clarity with a 285-mile range, according to a press release. However, the FCX Clarity's range is listed at 240 miles on the official website for the vehicle.

Honda claims the fuel is produced more efficiently in the new home station than previous solar units, with enough hydrogen created for a typical urban or suburban commute. This efficiency was increased by 25% thanks to a smaller and lighter "high differential pressure electrolyser," replacing a system made up of an electrolyser and separate compressor.

Because the system is missing a storage unit, the station will only produce hydrogen when a vehicle is connected. Although some would no doubt prefer to refuel quickly by tapping into a storage tank, the tank would likely prevent the system from being installed at many homes due to land-usage and zoning rules.

The system's solar panels hook up to the grid, sending electricity during daylight if a vehicle is not hooked up. Honda says most customers would use off-peak electricity to power the station when recharging overnight.

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