Porsche 918 Hybrid Eco-Friendly

918 Spyder Hybrid is still in the prototype stage and marks the increasing presence of muscular energy-efficient vehicles.

Three liters of fuel per 100 km with 770 HP power, so frugal but powerful Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid.

Plug-in hybrid production will begin in September 2013. According greencarreports, 918 Spyder uses two electric motors to support BBMnya machine. An electric motor drive the front wheels and the other located between the engine fuel to the rear wheels.

Monokok sturdy plastic than carbon fiber body ensures light weight. The concept of 3 liters of 100 km is applied with an electric motor as the driving program is only at a certain distance.

Porsche 918 Spyder will challenge Ferrari hybrid that will soon be introduced.

“What we do with the 918 Spyder is a redefinition of the problem of driving a nice, efficient and performance,” said Porsche boss, Wolfgang Hatz.

Giant Manufacturing Lexus Challenge Three German

Maybe this time the toughness of a premium brand of Toyota, Lexus in terms of hybrid engine technology in the eyes of the world is no doubt. Because thanks to the use of this technology can provide many advantages for its customers, especially in terms of fuel efficiency.

But on the other, like some German automotive manufacturer, seems to still be relying on diesel engine technology which is currently considered to be capable of producing a strong engine performance and also more fuel efficient and able to produce low emissions.

It should be remembered too, the German automotive manufacturers are also developing hybrid cars. And to achieve that success, Lexus as a representative of the Japanese car manufacturers do not want to miss the hybrid vehicles produced by the Germans, like BMW’s.

Whereas, the BMW has a hybrid car with ActiveHybrid technology that would compete with the second generation Lexus GS450h. In addition to BMW, its rival is also paired with some other German car manufacturers, such as the Audi A6 and Mercedes-Benz E350 CDI which also can not be underestimated.

“I think BMW’s hybrid technology is quite good. Now all the manufacturers started to show off their vehicles with hybrid engines. Did not rule out hybrid cars will grow in the near future, “said Lexus Australia boss Tony Cramb.

As presented Caradvice, Thursday (17/5), the fourth generation Lexus GS offers 3 variants, the Lexus GS250 and GS350 which will use the V6 petrol engine configuration and the highest variance Lexus GS450h is also reinforced by an electric motor.

This V6 engine burns fuel has a higher compression ratio than the previous generation which is now the only 11.8:1 13.0:1. That way the fuel to be used of course, with an octane rating of 95. That way the energy produced is capable of 345hp.

Hybrid engine in GS450h, Lexus claims for its fuel consumption to 6.3 liter/100 miles and dump gas emissions to 147 g / km. But apparently this is still a PR for the Lexus if you want to compete with three giant German manufacturer, BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi.

Karena Audi A6 model that relies on 3.0 TDI recorded can result in fuel consumption average of 6.0L/100km, then from the BMW 535d with a model capable of generating 5.6L/100km and while the Mercedes-Benz E250 CDI BlueEfficiency model carrying the fuel-consumption reaches 5.5L/100km. And all of this German machine does not use diesel engines, but hybrid technology.

Volvo XC90 Switch Relax Being Geely Brand

Geely, the legal owner of Volvo began to show his power against the Swedish brand. Medium SUV, the Volvo XC90 is ready to be released Geely brand.

Reported by local media, China National Business Daily (05/17/2012), Geely will use the platform to develop new SUV XC90. Also revealed, there is an agreement signed March 9, 2012, Volvo gave the XC90 to Geely.

Unfortunately, the media information from China is not complete because there is no certainty, whether the decision to supply Volvo unit to Geely or simply offer the name of the model. Currently developing a new generation Volvo XC90 is ready to launch into the global market in 2014.

Currently XC90 made ​​with P2 platform and manufactured since 1999 and used on several other models such as S80, including the company’s previous owner, Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS sedan.

Geely own new show concept GX7, SUV at the Beijing Auto Show or the Auto China in late April. Prime Geely SUV is equipped with 1.8 liter engine, 6-speed and use only the front wheels.

Navigation Toyota Prepare Application for Nintendo DS

Toyota created a navigation application for the Nintendo DS game console users with the name of the Kuruma de DS, that is, use the DS in the car. Niintendo DS can be used as an integrated navigation in cars made by Toyota.

To maintain safety, Toyota confirmed that this application is used only for passengers and not drivers. By activating the “Kuruma de DS ‘various navigation functions can be performed, for example, include points of interest, shows a map and information on the area through which the cars.

For those who still play Nintendo in the car, Bluetooth connectivity allows the sound produced by the console out of the “speaker” cabin. So the kids are behind Yuang could be more fun to play! In addition, “the speedometer” cars can also look at the DS console.

Navigation application is marketed secarakhusus in Toyota’s sales network in Japan are sold in two parts: “Smart Navi” 206 850 yen and 7329 yen Kuruma de DS. It includes the unit price of the Nintendo DS!

Prepare the Most Expensive Cars Ferrari and the Strongest

The eyes of the automotive world is now leading to the green technology is no exception specialist fast cars, Ferrari. Manufacturing bearing the Prancing Horse has even been preparing to launch a sports car with hybrid technology soon.

Reported by Autonews, Friday (18/05/2012) super car which will be the successor of the legendary Ferrari Enzo car is most likely to be carrying two kitchen runway which combines a gasoline engine and electric motor.

When will this car will be manufactured hyprid first car produced by Ferrari to the possibility of price range in the number 660 000 euros, or about USD 7.8 billion.

Using technology developed by Hy-KERS to Formula One racing car this car will combine electric motors with two 12-cylinder gasoline engine to produce more horsepower from the Ferrari car that has been around but able to better fuel economy by 40 percent.

Manufacturer based in Maranello, northern Italy Chairman Luca Cordero according to Montezemolo to unveil At Enzo’s successor at the end of this year.

Government Want Cheap Hybrid Cars

government says it will strive for the type of hybrid cars or hybrid can be marketed in the country with cheap price.

“Earlier we had to do a little talk with the PT Toyota Astra Motor (TAM). However, we do not discuss more about the numbers or incentive, just trying to shape perception,” said Director General of Commodity-Based High Technology Industry Ministry Budi Darmadi in the Ministry Building Industry, Jakarta, Tuesday (15/5).

Budi said it still had the same perception of the car manufacturer companies in Indonesia, not to mention Toyota.

To date, more Budi, there has been no further discussions related to the price of the car or investments to be spent to build a hybrid car factory in the country.

“The price of hybrid cars on the market now is quite expensive. One unit of Toyota Prius hybrid car brands are priced at USD 600 million more,” said Budi.

According to Budi, if the hybrid car can be produced in the country in bulk, it is likely the price will also be getting cheaper.

Budi said it would conduct further talks with other Japanese car companies, namely Honda and Daihatsu.

“Not only that, we will also discuss further hybrid car with several European car manufacturers such as Mercedes, VW, and BMW or Audi,” said Budi.

As is known, President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono has formed a team to develop hybrid cars in Indonesia involving the Minister of Industry, MS Agus Hidayat and Finance Minister Martowardojo to negotiate with a number of automakers, including Toyota

Promotion Start variants BMW M135i Hatchback

Does not feel nearly a year, BMW introduced the second generation of models of class 1 Series five-door hatchback. In 2012 it was heard from the beginning of the year that the sport 3-door version will follow soon.

As also shown in the prestigious Geneva Motor Show in March. BMW M135i version seems to introduce a 3-door hatchback model, in which the previous generation M135i comes with coupe sedan models.

3-door version comes with the long dimension of 4.324 mm, width 1.765 mm, 1.421 mm height and wheel base length was 2.690 mm. Glimpse of the outside appearance looks similar to the standard version, the only visible difference is the front bumper design and appearance of the door wider.

Well, the most important in this model is from the use of the engine which has brought the packet of M Performance. So that the M135i is using the engine capacity of 3.0 liter six-cylinder inline engine is capable of issuing power of 320hp at 5,800 rpm rotation and 450Nm of torque generated from 1300-4500 rpm rotation.

Engine performance is also supported by the two options is the 6 speed manual transmission and automatic 8 speed is already integrated with the gearshift pedal attached to the steering wheel.

With the engine performance combined with the above, M135i can accelerate from 0-100km / h in 5.1 seconds only (manual) and 4.9 seconds (automatic). Top speed of both types of transmission were both restricted to reach 250km / h.

Ability because it all also received support from the TwinScroll Turbocharged, High Precision Direct Injection with central multi-hole injectors, Valvetronic variable valve control and do not forget the Double VANOS variable camshaft timing.

So for its fuel consumption can reach an average of 7.5l/100km, CO2 emissions are 175g/km recorded

Williams F1 Team garage fire

The International Automobile Federation, FIA, issued a statement regarding the fire incident at the Williams team garage Circuit de Catalunya, Barcelona, Sunday (13/05/2012). It is said that 31 people had to undergo treatment due to a fire at the Spanish GP, with seven people were taken to the hospital, and is currently undergoing treatment.

Here’s the full statement from the FIA:

Montmelo, May 13 – FIA can confirm that a fire broke out in the garage Williams after the Spanish Grand Prix. The fire quickly controlled after an intervention from the staff of Williams, Caterham, and Force India, supported by the fire service circuits.

Thirty-one members of the team checked the circuit medical center staff, and all have been released, with the exception of the seven people who should be sent to local hospitals, where they get treatment.

FIA works closely with the Spanish government to investigate this incident, and will provide further notice as soon as the information there.

An earlier statement from the Catalonia regional government said that one person was flown to a hospital in Barcelona, with burns “serious”. According to the Associated Press, Williams has confirmed that this person is one of their staff.

Tim Williams also issued a statement about the fire. They asserted that the fire was coming from the fuel.

“Tim, firefighters, and police, working together to find the source of the fire, and the latest statement on this incident will be given in due course,” said the statement. “Williams F1 Team would like to thank all the teams and the FIA for their support during the incident today.”

Indeed, there are also employees who receive the Caterham result of this incident. Three people have respiratory problems from inhaling smoke, and one person suffered minor injuries on his hand, as reported in the thumb sticking.

how troublesome car thief

Theft of the car more lively with a variety of modes. Car manufacturers also continue to develop the technology anti-theft system, one with immobilizer. So, on the ignition there is a microchip that can transmit radio frequency signals to the ECU (engine control unit). Engine will not turn on when the key is revoked, even if using duplicate without the microchip.

Well, for car owners who have not completed such a system, there are some aftermarket items to avoid missing car accessories offered in the store. Most do not make the thief work even harder.

Alarm
Its nature as a means of slowing the work and mark when the car was trying to crack. “Thieves are now added clever and keep abreast of technological developments alarm. On this basis, we continue to develop,” said Sarbini, technicians CCAS as a distributor of Clifford. Usually a cheap alarm has only a remote sensor and anti start. As for the already sophisticated equipped with motion sensors, space and access codes can be changed at any time.

GPS Tracking
Sarbini also recommend installing this tool to track or locate the vehicle that he knew his car was stolen. The device is mounted recessed and fitted with a GSM or GPRS cards to send data to the server. With such a device could find out the location of car owners when it brought a thief through the internet. There is even a product that offers the features of the system can shut down the machine with SMS.

The flow breaker
Heron, the seller of accessories and modifications in the garage breaker Cipinang said flow (cut off) is quite a headache for a car thief will not start. This system can be used to cut off the ignition, fuel pumps and electricity. Position must be concealed and installed using the appropriate cable to avoid shorting. This tool can not be installed on cars that have many modules.

Fastener
The device is fairly varied and many are found in the store by offering an affordable accessory. Choice, there for the steering, brakes and tires that can inhibit the work of thieves and troublesome when launching his business. “There’s more clever, hook swing arm with a chain padlocked to the floor. Because the place is hidden on the bottom, when thieves try to get the car would be shocked to snag the chain,” said Imam Choiri of AP Speed ​​Shop who gets tips from one of its customers.

CD in the Car Era Ends Soon

Era CD or DVD player in the car coming to an end. Cause, technology trends and tendencies of consumers or users of the car in the future (in the near future).

For the designer, when cars no longer use the CD or DVD player, can reduce the weight to 2 kg (head unit). In addition, it also makes space in the middle of the dash to be more spacious and can be used for other purposes. This was revealed by Michael Arbaugh, Ford Chief Interior Designers in a symposium with frequent automotive journalists in Detroit last Sunday. “I think people under the age of 30 years, the possibility would prefer to use MP3 devices. They no longer buy CDs, “said Arbaugh

Described, for most people, two pounds is nothing compared to the weight above 1,000 kg car. For the designer, remove CD player from a car is a very important decision. Because the required car manufacturers to make cars more efficient fuel consumption.

In the United States, for 30 years, the designers of the judge, there was no significant change in fuel consumption standards set by the government.

Towards 2016, new car fuel consumption should be 14.45 km per liter. Other demands, it should provide increasingly sophisticated security devices and communication technologies to remain competitive.

Audio system (entertainment) is a lot of cars are now assembled with information systems (infotainment). One more, more and more car manufacturers provide a head unit that can be connected to the flash with connector (interface) USB. With the ability to store more songs and can be controlled directly from the head unit, the consumer will certainly die use of the CD.

Carbon fiber
Meanwhile, Robert Boniface, director of exterior design of the Cadillac in the seminar had predicted, more and more car manufacturers use carbon fiber in the near future although the price is still expensive.

“As a design element, carbon fiber material adaslah beautiful. Lightweight and very loved, “said Boniface.
He also estimates that the price of carbon fiber will be more affordable if the car manufacturers want to work with suppliers who produce it.

“Trends in the use of carbon fiber as well as more regulation of increasingly heavy fuel consumption and exhaust emissions increased competition,” said Boniface.