New Ford Ranger, Exclusive and stout

New Ford Ranger Ride has some type. There is a single Cabin, Cabin double, and RAS (double cabing responsibility). There are three types of machine used is diesel, which is the 2.5L Indirect Injection with intercooler turbo, 2.5L Direct Injection Commonrail with turbo intercooler and VGT (variable geometry turbocharger), and the 3.0L with Direct Injection Commonrail & VGT turbo intercooler.

Wangler

The Wrangler (also known as the YJ, TJ, and JK, as explained below) is an SUV produced by American automaker Chrysler under its Jeep marque. It is a successor to the famous World War II 'Jeep' vehicle by way of the Willys civilian Jeep (CJ) in the 1950s, later produced by Kaiser-Jeep and by American Motors (AMC). The Wrangler debuted in 1987, was updated in 1997 and again in 2007, and is still popular today. A defining feature of all Wranglers is that they continue to use live axles both front and rear like their forefather, the CJ.
From 1987 until 1992 the Wrangler/YJ was built in Brampton, Ontario, Canada. It was then built in the Toledo South Assembly plant until mid-2006, after which the plant was slowly torn down. The Wrangler is currently produced at Jeep's Toledo North Assembly plant in Toledo, Ohio.
The Wrangler name was not used in Canada, as it was a trim level of Chevrolet pickup in that market. Instead, 1987 to 1995 models were sold as YJ, and 1997 to 2006 models were sold as TJ. The model designations of YJ and TJ are used throughout the world in the Jeep enthusiast community to differentiate which model is being spoken of instead of using the more ambiguous term "Wrangler".

Off-road capability in Wrangler Unlimited has been increased for better ground clearance. It has also 100-percent stiffer frame, larger tires and wheels. Its cross-car steering linkage is a new feature in this model, accompanied by advanced shock tuning.
Best of all, Jeep Wrangler keeps looking at how people expect a Jeep to look: the replica of the original American Army Jeeps seen in action during the World War II, helping to liberate people and nations oppressed by the Nazi regime.
Despite its rear solid axles and enhanced Dana front, Wrangler is still Dodge's icon and the vehicle that empowers the reputation that enjoy the other Jeep models, now with improved on-road performance and a two-inch longer wheel base.
Jeep Wrangler is a 3.8-liter V-6 engine with 202 horsepower and 237 lb .-feet of torque is available in three different trims: Wrangler Unlimited X, Wrangler Rubicon, and Wrangler Sahara, all of them with improved fuel economy.
In addition to the basic models, there are nine colors with different door, top, and windshield combinations to choose from, hence every one can own a Wrangler that will look always unique by the side of other Wranglers, even observed from its wheels, available in 16, 17, and 18 inches.
If that is not enough, there are countless additions to customize the vehicle, from square headlights to independent suspension and fog lamps. Jeep Wrangler also includes Roc-trac and Command-Trac, the next-generation transfer cases, and Occupant Classification System (OCS).
When it comes to electric features, the Wranglers has an electronic disconnecting front sway bar, electric axle lockers, electronic roll mitigation, and the Electronic Stability Program (ESP), apart from a 368-watt Alpine stereo and a full-screen navigation system.
New Wrangler's models keep the removable full-framed or half doors of their predecessors, offering exposed hinges with removable convertible tops and fold-down windshield.
Mike Donoughe, Vice President of Body-on-frame Product Team said “No other vehicle in the world can replicate the 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited’s unique combination of best-in-class off-road capability, open-air fun and everyday convenience and versatility”.
Jeep Wrangler has dual-stage air bags and seat-mounted side air bags, besides enhanced door locks and power windows. However, if you are short on funds, the base model without bells and whistles is only $18,765.
Apart from the other two trims, Sahara and Rubicon, there is another Jeep Wrangler model; the Jeep Wrangler X, which includes the second-generation Command-Trac NV241, Trac-Lok limited-slip rear differential for extra torque and two-speed transfer case providing a 2.72:1 low-range gear ratio.
The Off-Road Rock-Trac NV241 with two-speed transfer case for a 4.0:1 low-range gear ratio is only available in the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon model, which comes with Goodrich Off-Road tires.
In 2007, Jeep Wrangler features more interior space than ever before, increasing comfort with a great and durable interior design and additional functionality into a brand new instrument panel, besides new high-back front bucket seats and a center stack.
Wrangler's body is now 5.5 inches wider and with overall sheet metal for a robust, strong presence, synonym of the brand name that in Wrangler has its best representative.
Jeep Vehicles starting in 2007 are offering the highest safety and security levels in the 66 years of the vehicle’s history, including electronic sensors that detect impending wheel lockup, anti-lock-braking system.
Panic brake conditions trigger the brake assistant that applies maximum braking power, in addition to the ABS system for steering control under extreme slippery and braking conditions. Although the Jeep Wrangler is associated with off-town adventures, it comes with Child Seat Anchor System to round out its safety features.

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Jeep Grand Cheroke

Jeep chose the New York Auto Show to unveil the all-new 2011 Grand Cherokee, the latest version of the what Jeep calls, “the original premium SUV.”
With a pleasant and masculine exterior, the real big difference is inside where the cabin gets a significant update. In fact, the leather on the model shown at the New York Auto Show looked so good it had people asking if the vehicle was a concept. As well as leather seats, the interior of the Grand Cherokee will get leather door inserts and a leather on the dash as well as well as genuine wood accents.
Other interior amenities includes heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, power lumbar, a back-up camera and a power tilt and telescopic steering wheel with a memory function.
The cabin is also more spacious with 4 more inches of rear-seat leg room. Surprisingly, cargo room is also up with 36.3 cubic feet.

In terms of performance, the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will come with a choice of two engines. The first is a 3.6-liter V6 with 280hp and 260 ft-lbs of torque. This engine makes 33 percent more hp than the old V6 and 11 percent more torque, while at the same time averaging 11 percent better fuel economy.
Of course, a 5.7-liter HEMI V8 is also offered with 360hp and 390 ft-lbs of torque and a maximum towing capability of 7,400 lbs.
Several different drivetrain options are available with a Quadra-Trac I, Quadra-Trac II and Quadra-Drive II with a limited slip differential offered. The latter two layouts come with Jeep’s Select-Terrain system with five different terrain settings for ideal control. The settings are: Auto, Sand/Mud, Sport, Snow and Rock.
One of the most exciting innovations on this new model is the Quadra Lift air suspension, which can lift the vehicle by 4.5-inches to acheive a maximum off-road clearance of 11.1-inches.

New Product Perodua MPV

Toyota today shows off its new Verso – one of the most sensible ways of transporting seven passengers we can think of. No, the new 2009 Verso won't set the world on fire, but it will provide no-nonsense, cleverly thought through people carrying duties for the masses.
The new Verso arrives in April 2009 and continues where the last Verso left off: there is seating for seven arranged over three rows, and the styling is very evolutionary, as we've come to expect of Toyota.
That said, the usually conservative car maker keeps us guessing by mixing up the radical (iQ clever clogs city car, FH-TS Supra-alike concept car) with the wantonly cautious (Auris Golf clone, straight-down-the-middle Avensis family car). Guess the new Verso straddles both camps, with its neat engineering allied to ultra-safe style.

Toyota Verso: the engineering story
Clever engineering? Well, the new Verso MPV, 2009-style, increases power and torque by up to a fifth, says Toyota, while simultaneously lowering carbon and consumption by up to 12%. Very zeitgeisty.
Those engines will be 1.6 and 1.8 Valvematic petrols in the UK with a six-speed manual or Toyota's new Multidrive S CVT on the larger engine. Dervheads can pick the 2.0 or 2.2 D-4D engines.
Needless to say, Toyota is at great pains to point out the new Verso is designed specifically for Europe. Chief engineer Masato Katsumata said: 'Handling performance has been enhanced and, with support from our European engineering teams, the vehicle has been fine-tuned to ensure it gives stable and smooth performance on every type of European road.'
To boost interior space, the new Verso has swollen by 70mm in length and 20mm between the axles. More impressive for such a practical, upright car is the 0.29Cd drag figure. A slippery customer, the Verso.

Proton MPV Launched

The chassis reveals quite a bit about the car. There is also a model of the interior hidden in a box with holes cut into it, much like the peekaboo promo that Proton did for its previous two models. The following are what I gathered on the MPV:
Exterior
Overall shape is like the Toyota Wish but the rear section of the roof does not slope down slightly like the Wish to improve headroom for the third row.
Tail lamps use LEDs and have a vertical design extending from the top to down, unlike the Wish’s which do not extend into the D pillar. The tail lamps are slimmer at the top but curve out a little at the bottom, similiar to the Volvo XC90’s design. The signal lamps in the light cluster are positioned towards the top for better visibility. You can actually see this in the previously revealed sketch and the teaser video above.
There is a swage line on the side profile of the MPV.
Regular swing doors instead of sliding doors.
The spare tyre is installed outside under the chassis instead of kept in the car so that you can get access to it easily when the luggage space is occupied.
Interior
The peekaboo box revealed a two-tone beige interior, but sources in Proton say the colour of the interior has not been finalised. It may be either beige or grey.
Luggage space is not that great with the third row of seats in place, but can fit one large golf bag. This means balik kampung with 7 people loaded and luggage for 7 will be a challenge.
Second row splits 60:40 while the third row is a 50:50 split. The seats fold flat.
Interior roof height is designed to be quite decent to accomodate people who want to ride with songkoks and turbans.
The shifter uses a gated shift and is dashboard-mounted rather than mounted between the front two seats, a common modern trend with MPV-like vehicles.
The in-car entertainment is a 2-DIN unit. There are options for a DVD player with an LCD display for the movie mounted at the second row roof area. There is also an option in the future for GPS navigation.
The 2-DIN head unit is at the top of the center dash area below the aircond vents, and below it comes the air conditioning controls which are three knobs arranged in a triangle shape. Below that is the shifter.
There are aircond blowers for the second and third row situation at the top left and right of the cabin roof (near the grip handles). Proton source says after testing this produced the best airflow.
There is no armrest between the front two seats but the armrest is instead a fold-down type integrated into the seat itself.
Chassis
The wheelbase of the chassis is estimated to be more than 2,700mm but less than 2,800mm. In comparison, the Honda Stream has a wheelbase of 2740mm, the Wish is 2,750mm, the Innova 2,750mm, the Livina 2600mm, and the Mazda5 2750mm.
The front suspension design uses MacPherson struts and the rear design uses a torsion beam to minimize suspension system intrusion into cabin.
The front end is designed, supplied and assembled as a single module for weight reduction and ease of installation to minimize QC problems.
The MPV is said to have very good crash safety design from Proton internal crash tests. A few MPVs will be sent for official crash testing and rating soon.
So there you have it. If you want to look at the interior and chassis for yourself you can head to the Proton Technology Week event tomorrow. The event is happening at the Proton plant in Shah Alam. On the KESAS highway heading towards Klang, turn left after the Center of Excellence and then turn left into the Proton plant.

Volvo S60 new Variant

New Volvo S60 - dream, as embodied for real life. This is one of the most stylish and safer cars in the world, equipped with the most modern systems of personal security: a strong protective frame body Volvo S60, steel-reinforced high; bonded PUR- sealant windscreen; zone of deformation reduces force of impact, airbag system SIPS; WHIPS; inflatable curtains (IC), and other elements, and dissemination deflecting force of impact.

Sophisticated audio Volvo S60 is equipped with the most modern radio with RDS with built CD- thirteen-class dynamics. Volvo S60 is specially built-cabin filter, which not only delays the dust, but fine exhaust gases.

The luggage office Volvo S60 volume 394 liters easily be increased if the folded rear seats, or a portion thereof.Receive exacerbates feelings of pleasure and increases the feeling of completeness life. Balance and harmony are complemented by a sense of security that allows you to get maximum pleasure from the trip. Volvo S60 is one of the safest cars world.

Pioneering suspension and powerful brakes provide complete control over Volvo S60 in all situations. Active System Stabilization further expand border security, for example, when you are going on slippery roads or forced suicide maneuver. And if an accident is inevitable, you and your passengers will protect the security system Volvo, which save lives worldwide.

Lasting security frame surrounds all in Volvo S60, stands up to a very large load. Air bags for the driver and passenger record collision force and appropriately regulate gas filler on high-pressure blow will be high, with little underweight.Emerging distributes impact forces on the body of much of the road to reduce the physical loads acting on the people in the cabin. Inflatable IC curtains for all occupants of Volvo S60 and the front airbag protects the head and thoracic cage.Defending head seated at the front or the rear seat. Gas filled with a side collision, in order to protect the head of all those in Volvo S60. Curtain still filled with gas for the time sufficient for continued protection and retention of people in the cabin when the accident with several blows.

Volvo S60 is equipped with a Volvo engine 5-cylinder new generation capacity of 170, 200 and 250 hp rally gearbox, including Geartronic, the most modern suspension Multi-link, STC system, the dynamic stabilization system and traction control DSTC.Cargo set safely through the most rings in the luggage compartment sex. All seats are designed in such a way that they will withstand significant impact non goods.The front and rear deformation zones and disperses distribute arising from the force of impact to reduce the physical loads acting on the people in Volvo S60.All sidewall panels and doors trimmed materials to reduce the risk of injury driver and passengers. Electronic door locks and immobilizer appropriate to the majority of attacks, help protect the vehicle from theft. Lighting in approach and departure from Volvo S60 increases the convenience and security. Marking remote control is offered as options.This original system Volvo reduces the burden on the spine on impact at the rear of a small speed. It is built into the front seat and worked with quite severely impact.All seats are equipped with the head restraint and seat belt with three-retractors. The collision belt stretched to the maximum protection. Then, the tension in the front seat belts slightly reduced to fixing rights under the seat is optimal.Built extra pillow at the central rear arm rest provides the correct location of a safety belt on the body of the Child. For young children are offered children's Volvo seat ISOFIX attachments with the system, against the direction set by the side rear, as well as front seat passenger when withdrawn for safety cushion.We have many opportunities design your Volvo S60 on your taste. Interiors can be represented in beiges, light or gray tones. Depending on the color of the interior, you can choose different colors seat upholstery and materials. Finishing Cabin tree stresses exquisiteness atmosphere.You can also add a specially-designed sports leather steering wheel or finished leather and wood shift knob and parking brake.

Sources:volvo-review.blogspot.com

India's Tata Motors unveils $2,500 car, new produk

NEW DELHI - India's Tata Motors on Thursday unveiled its much anticipated $2,500 car, an ultracheap price tag that suddenly brings car ownership into the reach of tens of millions of people across the world.

While the price has created a buzz, critics say the vehicle, called the Tata Nano, will lead to possibly millions more cars hitting already clogged Indian roads, adding to mounting air and noise pollution problems. Others have said Tata will have to sacrifice quality and safety standards to meet the target price.
Company Chairman Ratan Tata has said the car will be the least polluting car in India and meet necessary safety standards.
Chief U.N. climate scientist Rajendra Pachauri, who shared last year's Nobel Peace Prize, said last month that 'I am having nightmares' about the prospect of the low-cost car.
Introducing the car at an auto show in New Delhi, Tata said the Nano had passed domestic and European emission standards and would average about 50 miles per gallon.
'Dr. Pachauri need not have nightmares,' said Tata, the chairman.
'For us it's a milestone and I hope we can make a contribution to the country,' he said.
To introduce the Nano, Tata drove onto stage in a white model of the car with the lights flashing, his head nearly touching the car's roof.
The diminutive Nano is a compact four-door with a snub nose and a sloping roof. The car can sit four people, or five if they squeeze.
The Nano is spare, with many features shaved off: there's no radio, no air conditioning, no passenger-side mirror, and only one windshield wiper.
The company has said they expect the car to revolutionize the auto industry, and analysts believe the Nano may force other manufacturers to lower their own pricing.
Dealers will sell the car for 100,000 rupees — $2,500 — but customers will pay slightly more than that due to taxes and other charges.

Tesla Model S Elektrik, New Produk

Daimler AG has taken up a 10% stake worth US$50 million in electric car maker Tesla Motors, a move that depends their already pre-existing relationship where Tesla would equip 1,000 Smart cars with their electric motor and battery technology. According to Daimler chairman and Mercedes-Benz head Dieter Zetsche, Daimler wanted more than a supplier-customer relationship with Tesla.
“We are in a time of change. This industry is going through a kind of paradigm shift, and has to reinvent itself ultimately to be independent of petroleum and without CO2 emissions. We need fast technology change,” said Zetsche, and it seems that he sees Tesla’s technology as a way to achieve that fast technology change.
Of course this is a big score for the electric car camp. Any big manufacturers who votes yes for electric cars will steer the industry more towards electric motors and batteries instead of fuel cell cars or extended range hybrids as the defacto method of car propulsion in the future. Daimler has also invested in German battery company Li-Tec, and founded a battery production JV with Evonik Industries. These might end up supplying batteries for both Tesla and Daimler electric cars.
This could also mean Mercedes-Benz platforms could be used for future Tesla like a replacement for the Model S (shown above) in the future, but then again with the versatility in packaging with an electric car, a platform designed for a combustion engine might not be the completely optimal solution.

Besides being a 4 person affordable electric car that looks good it has some nice Convenience and utility bullet points:
Up to 300-mile range
45-minute QuickCharge
5-minute battery swap
Charges from 110V, 220V or 440V
Seating for 5 adults + 2 child seats
Unique hatch for oversized items
60/40 flat-folding rear seat
2nd trunk under hood
EPA Roominess Index 121.6
More room than station wagons
17-inch infotainment touchscreen
3G wireless connectivityTesla Model S powertrain includes a liquid-cooled 9-inch motor, floor-mounted battery pack and a single-speed gearbox, delivering effortless acceleration, responsive handling and quiet simplicity - no fancy clutchwork or gear-shifting required. Tesla Model S costs as little as $4 to fully charge - a bargain even if gasoline dropped to $1 per gallon. You can have affordable fun while being socially responsible.
Technical specs:
0-60 mph in 5.6 seconds
¼ mile in 14 seconds
120 mph top speed
Braking 60-0 mph 135 feet
42 kWh battery storage system standard
70 kWh and greater battery storage systems optional
9- inch liquid cooled electric motor
Single-speed transaxle gearbox
Curb Weight 3825 lbs
Overall Length 196″
Wheelbase 116.5″
All-wheel-drive available (option available in future production models)
Right hand drive available

Future Car, I Unit

Mitsubishi iMiEV Sport

Audi TT 2.0 Turbo FSI LE

Character as a modern Sport Coupe strong through the futuristic design. Color combination of black and white emphasize the more aggressive aura that is inherent in the Audi.

BMW seri-7

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Cars are sold with the price of 2.6 billion off the road. The front of the 750 Li this whole new light with a more attractive front gril and greater than the previous generation. The more prominent bonnet and muscular. Chrome also stress the side of the garnish, the glass emit side aura pure premium sedan. Sporty feel of the design is very thick from the stern. Jog skin soft and high quality pack almost the entire interior with a unique aroma. Position of chair to sit through the set with a memory device electrically. There are also features of the iDrive, located in the middle of the front console. With this feature can be controlled all the functions of entertainment, information, and telecommunications. IDrive control system has four buttons to select the menu: CD, Radio, Telephone and Navigation. All appear on the screen size of 10.2 inch monitor in the middle dasboard.

Bentley Continental Supersport

BMW Seri-5 GT

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Porsche 911 GT 3

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Audi R8

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Audi R8 sports coupe is the fastest sedan produced by the car manufacturer in Germany. With design sasis monokok, body-shouldered, and high aerodynamics, it appears that once the speed of the car as a sport car. Engine capacity 4200 cc V8 with 414 HP, can maneuver with quickly. This car is modified with increasing energy, aerodinamika, and alleviate some of the car. Take the car supercharger V8 FSI and the exhaust of the ceramics produced unique sound, the output increased to 560 dk/580kW.

Significant resources output should be supported with breaking good. Aerodinamics be improved by changing the front bumper has a diffuser water. This will lead to more traksi ban drift to asphalt. At the stern the tail duck be able to work automatically in a certain speed. Velg standard replaced the ultra-light, MTM Bimota size 20 x (9 +11) inches, are made with the technology so powerful hammering.

ACURA CROSSOVER

This is an image car honda Acura Crossover concept that will be on display in the exhibition event automotive Auto Show New York 2009, April to come. Her car is not clear but it shows similarity with the BMW X6. Than the concept car honda also add new models in production in 2010 in order to seize the car sales market in each segment.

Sources descripton: Cars Plus (Edition 06, Apri-Mei 09)

NV200

Nissan Motor Co, plans to enter the commercial vehicle market in the USA began in 2010 with the new van NV2500 or NV200 is smaller in size.

NV200 use in Europe 1.5 liter gasoline engine or 1.6 liter diesel. for the USA market could be driven with electric power or hybrid. According to Vice President Nissan (Casteli), electric cars will not be useful if you drive more than 460 km per day in the road. If you need a whole day in the area around the construction pace stop, electric cars will be very useful.

NV200 use the ground floor of the construction, ideally enough to put a battery underneath. besides improving the gravity center, placing this battery does not give up the goods compartment. And when used as a vehicle which is often stop-and-go electric cars have the advantage because high torsi in the lower rounds.

Sources descripton: Cars Plus (Edition 06, Apri-Mei 09)

Optimism Mercedes

Mercedes Benz new historical record in 2008 with sales sedan mercedes-benz C-Class the highest record of 1327 units and over 72% compared to the market occurred in 2007 increased 53%.

c-class segment of the ruler is in three consecutive years also become a dominator. could not be denied mercedes benz remains the main option in the premium segment of the market 67.4%. strategy used is to launch the latest models and adjust the price of 2.4% only once and strengthen after-sales service. 5 is the latest model of the mercedes benz: CLC 200K, C63 AMG Estate, SLK 280, CLS 350, ML 350 variants and the latest E-Class is ready for launch.
Sources descripton: Cars Plus (Edition 06, Apri-Mei 09)

Mazda 2

MMI recorded spectacular growth throughout 2008, with 2,241 units sold from 1,336 units in 2007. MMI is the Mazda brand with the fastest growth in Indonesia. the other mazda akan strengthen after-sales service and build brand mazda.

For to expand its presence in the market, mazda Indonesia plans to expand network in dealernya this year. at the end of the year 2009 have targeted akan 25-30 mazda dealers across the country. especially in the area of Java and sumatera.

MMI also provides a product that the mazda vareatif with the model that can be received by the community so that mazda 2 appear be expected by the community.

Sources descripton: Cars Plus (Edition 06, Apri-Mei 09)

Toyota Corolla Altis

Toyota Corolla Generation to G-10 type is called a new facelift. For, no change in light of the previous model as the highest replacement variants, that is, the Corolla Altis 1.8 V. From the exterior, the changes only appear in the design of a more sporty gril, model hive. Then, on the front bumper and rear spoiler there, plus the addition of side skirt, and wings ducks (rear spoiler). The new generation engine GTi Even so, no means Altis 2.0 V bring this is not something new. Thus there. At least, that there are new things in five sections. In fact, the birth of this medium sedan, as spelled out Achmad Rizal, "We want to give to those who love to 'play'. Well, Altis 2.0 this is the answer." Play is a Marketing and Communication Manager of PT TAM, the need for acceleration and power, and it is on the Altis 2.0. For, 3ZR-FE engine with 1897 cc has been equipped with Dual VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing-intelligent). Technology that produce a high performance engine, without reducing the efficiency of fuel and still produce a net emission. As a note, the new generation of machines had been the mainstay GTi Toyota Corolla GTi output 1991, which is produced in a limited (200 units). Power is quite large, including Altis 2.0 is claimed that 152 of the 5600 dk torsi rpm and 21.2 kgm at 4400 rpm. So, make lover speed, the new Toyota sedan can meet this appetite. Even as a young professional (well-established managers) hooked a demon, and the luxury of driving passion obtained here. Such, bored with the automatic transmission, can be moved to the style manual. Drivers simply press the shift paddle is located on the rear wheel, similar to F1 car racing. Elements that have the luxury of dominant in the preceding models remain maintained. That's as smart entry & start system, auto rain sensor, HID with manual leveling, and so automatic wiper rain. Unless the design of the handlebar crossbar four models in 3 spoke leather equipped with Audio & MID switch and cruise control buttons. With the price of Rp 372,500,000, New Altis 2.0 to compete with EX2.0 Mitsubishi Lancer and Honda Civic 2.0i. Of two competitors, the Toyota has the lowest price.

Sources descripton: Cars Plus (Edition 06, Apri-Mei 09)

Minivan GM

Even faced with the bitter reality with the restructuring should be announced until late June 1, General Motors Corp. (GM) can still be a little smile. The giant American car manufacturer says that their sales in China this April to increase to 50 percent. GM partners with business in the country curtains Bamboo has been selling as many as 151,084 units with the highest demand from Buick brand and minivan vehicle. Management said, Tuesday (5 / 5) as quoted AP. Buick for sale, type sedan Excel most in demand and a bump up to 63.6 percent from a year ago to reach 22,078 units. In April, the Buick Excel recorded as 38,071 units. The vehicle for the minivan, cooperation SAIC-GM-Wuling to make a profit for the Government of China because peminatnya enough. For April alone it sold 95,544 units or 60.6 percent increase compared to the beginning of the year. Car sales in China are healthy and going beyond the market in the United States. Not possible if the trend is growing, and make a country more than one billion that will replace the country adidaya as the biggest market in the world. Then, GM hopes its products can be sold as many as 2 million units per year. It was targeted five years. Who knows, suburnya GM sales in China could save the American automotive giant from bankruptcy.

Sources descripton: Cars Plus (Edition 06, Apri-Mei 09)

Proton Saga 1,3 L

You have the money of Rp 125 million and want to have a new car. Responsibility for the funds if you want to bring home the vehicle popular, say the mini-MPV, or such as Toyota Avanza Daihatsu Xenia. Will be far from expectations, the seumpama you intererest sedan Hatchback New Honda Jazz, Toyota Yaris or Suzuki Swift. Enggak need be exercised, the option is still there if you want to keep sedan, which is Malaysia's Proton Saga bring a retro concept car. That is especially the inside, while the exterior looks modern with a gril and airdam figured hive. Thus, this neighbor country sedan appear more casual. Retro interior that does not smell entirely. As the design of the seat semi-bucket, not only the body can support perfectly, make long-distance travel agencies are not stiff fast because foam is very soft. Only when trying to operate the audio, the body is made a little flag or separated from the rest of the unit head slightly down in the center console. Trus, electric window package was only at the driver. The rest are still using the lever system with the play. Yes, for a sedan at Rp 115 million, with equipment like that is reasonable. In fact, electric rearview mirror is, as standard equipment. Dites time, the performance of engine capacity 1332 cc (1.3L) can be a bit of. Although the technology is equipped with timer valve openings and more trust on the variable intake manifold, yet for the acceleration 0-100 km / hour can be penetrated 11.57 seconds. In fact, the manufacturer claimed 13 seconds. Similarly limit maximum speed 160 km / hour. From the results of the tests can penetrate 180 km / hour. For fuel consumption, that Proton be able to pass route combinations to record 10.97 km / liter, while the route toll reached 16.12 km / liter. Proton very Economis this engine because the throttle by wire technology. With maximum power and 94 dk 1035 kg vehicle weight, transmission gear made the comparison a bit 'rough'. When race 100 km / hr, takometer figures indicate 3300 rpm. A little surprising, sharp and accurate helm of the car is easily able to experience symptoms during a skid on the road zigzag. Similarly Suspensi roll, the car is so solid to drive.

Sources descripton: Cars Plus (Edition 06, Apri-Mei 09)

Mazda 6

Generation Mazda6 to-2 in Japan or New Atenza is not a new product. This car has been launched since the beginning of the year. In Indonesia, the Mazda6 marketed by PT Mazda Motor Indonesia (MMI) and the selection is a sedan version with a 2500 cc engine. As one of the reliable products in Indonesia, the MMI program "The Dynamic Six" with a capital of automotive journalists. The purpose of that publication at this time the car is sold at Rp 472 million could be realized. The journalists were given the opportunity menjajal directly Mazda6 unit 4. Despite a short time and testing is done based on feelings (test by feeling), Kompas.com utilize the most, both as a passenger (in the back and front) and fly direct. Be steered the car directly from the Plaza Senayan Jakarta Perkumpulan Equestrian Center that is studying the sport horse in Bukit Sentul, Bogor, West Java. Journalists are given the opportunity to ride a horse a horse is guided by the national athletes and beautiful models, Larasati Gading. "The way the horse does not vary much with the car," he said. For Passengers. When departing, Kompas.com sit back as passengers. During that, we carefully try to feel comfort and various other aspects. For interior facilities are okay. Only the position of a passenger sitting behind the maximum relaks not. Once the car is run on the road surface does not, on average, despite slow-typical Mazda feels once. handlingnya loud noise and cause a "kerchief". During his time in the toll road, when akselerasinya tried, Mazda6 feels quite responsive. The rod is in the transmission gear position "D". When trying to become Kompas.com front passenger, position felt more comfortable sitting. His seat can be set only by pressing the button. Voters also back Suspensi felt somewhat reduced. Similarly hentakan slide on the surface when the road is not flat. Maneuver. Test track at the Bridgestone, Karawang, journalists are given the opportunity to test the ability Mazda6 is more liberal with the pebalap Lukita Jimmy. 4-cylinder car plant and 172 workers PS@6.000 rpm, 5-speed transmission otomatik called Mazda 'Activematic' is capable bermanuver turn on the speed or higher. In addition, brake tests on a wet road surface. From the specification issued by the MMI, Mazda6 is equipped with ABS, EBD (electronic brake distribution), brake assist, traction control and DSC (dynamic stability control). The result, when invited bermanuver on speed 60-80 km, the car can be controlled easily. Stability is okay! According to Mazda, this is the intention of the philosophy of "Zoom-Zoom" in making their car. The ability of the brake steadily. In fact, when the brake tests conducted in the wet road surface on the speed of 80 km / hour, when to stop, the car still shows a balance and stay on track. Paddle Shifts. In addition to using a stick with the transmission gate in the center console, Mazda6 also be operated manually. In fact, if the drivers want to add or reduce power or energy rounds (mengirit fuel) by simply operating the "paddle shifts" that are placed in the right fingers and left wheel. Spoke wheel is also filled with buttons to control audio. On the front of the paddle shift is written, "Down". When the car go faster and a shift paddel "Down" is pressed, then at some energy and acceleration slowed down. Then, when the paddle shifts on the back of "Down" is pressed to the front with the index finger, cycles increased, increases energy and also the car berakselerasi quickly. This feature is very easy for drivers to select the driving conditions: relaxed more quickly or to fuel mengirit without touching the drive. Leisure Terusik. Unfortunately when the test is done on the surface of the cement road, the speed of 60 km / hr very comfort. Roll out of the way to the interior surface or just the passenger. In fact, at that time, use the audio system and 8 speaker Bose sound quality of the prime. However, the slide on the road with asphalt surface smooth, the audio quality is very solid car. Driver can only set the audio by pressing the buttons that appear in the column.

Chevy Captiva AWD

Atmosphere of the car market in Indonesia is still not restored, PT General Motors Autoworld Indonesia (GMAI), ATPM Chevrolet in Indonesia, the newest product is launched yesterday afternoon, the Captiva with the new drive system all wheel drive (AWD). The launch was conducted in SUV Lodge Golf Jagorawi journalist who attended. Captiva AWD motorized 2.0 liter diesel is offered GMAI the price of Rp 369 million (on the road) in Jakarta. According Mukiat Sutikno, President Director of PT GMAI, launching new Captiva AWD to strengthen the position of General Motors SUV market in Indonesia. Previously, the Captiva is GMAI motorized gasoline and 2.4 liter common rail diesel with 2.0 liter turbocharger. However, both use the system of 4 x 2. "We want to meet consumer desires for SUVs that requires all terrain. You a vehicle on the road and off-road. That is why we offer this version of AWD. And that surely, this 4WD have excess, more safe to use on various road and driving situations, "explained Mukiat. Captiva AWD comes with more features, among others otomatik tiptronic transmission 5-speed, electronic stability program (ESP), traction control (TC), and active rollover protection (ARP). All features combine other features that antilock Braking system (ABS), hydraulic brake assist (HBA), and electronic brake force distribution (EBD). In Indonesia, the Captiva competes with the Toyota Fortuner, Nissan X-Trail, Honda CR-V, Ford Escape, Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage. Andalan Main. Captiva is now a mainstay in the side of the main GMAI other products, the Aveo, Spark and Optra. According Mukiat, Captiva contribution in their sales at this time reached 75 percent. "To expand the penetration of Captiva, we offer the AWD version, which is the most luxurious version. Projected sales per month, or 45 units can be expected to contribute about 15 percent of all Captiva sales in Indonesia, "he said. Added, when launched, consumers who already pivot up to 90 people. Therefore, he believes, the car will continue to increase the market share of Chevrolet in Indonesia. Active on Demand. SUVs were imported from Thailand, the AWD system is called GMAI with the "Active on Demand". Precisely, the energy distribution of the four wheels, adapted to the condition of the road surface and driving and is set in the active or ongoing by the computer. For example, when a slippery road surface, the distribution of torsi tires to prevent the skid. Torsi only be distributed on the tire that actually mencengkeram in the road surface. Captiva AWD system does not longer use the transfer case (which divides the transmission power to the wheels back and front). Instead use "active coupling" which is controlled by computer. For this also, before introducing new Captiva, GMAI provide "workshops" to 4WD automotive journalist who covered the launch of invited this SUV. "We expect, that the journalist will deliver information to people familiar with the 4WD system, especially the latest version," commented Suwadji Wirjono, Director of After Sales GMAI. Source of Labor. As a source of Captiva AWD, GMAI rely only 2.0 liter diesel engine, 4 cylinder, SOHC, 16 valve, common rail, variable geometry turbocharger with intercooler plus. Energy produced engine rpm and 150 PS@4.000 Tosi Nm@2.000 maximum 320 rpm. "We also have a DOHC diesel engine. However, with a target price of a more competitive, we choose the SOHC engine, "said Harry Yanto, Business Planning, Product, and Order Manager GMAI. Added, the common rail diesel engine that is used not in trouble with the Captiva diesel available in the country. In fact, common rail diesel engines require diesel fuel or diesel fuel with sulfur content is very low!

Sources Description: Cars Plus (Edistion 06, April-Mei 09)