First Look BMW i8 Prototype Concept Car

Would this be a foreshadowing more realistic than ever the future i8? Modified at the roof and doors is questionable nature of this vehicle. A member of Teamspeed, Captain Stradale (note this nice nickname by the way) has very recently overheard a meeting of shots on the Abu Dhabi circuit of a vehicle very similar to the concept Vision EfficientDynamics but that was not the concept VED . Here, however, to think about. It would indeed be called i8. During the last of 2010, rumors swelled around the name of the future production version of the BMW Vision EfficientDynamics concept .

Audi Q5

German manufacturer Audi has ensured the intention to produce a secondary model Audi Q5 SUV in India. A total of 1,500 units will start production Q5.

Q5 units will be manufactured at the Volkswagen Group's Aurangabad plant, with production targets for all Audi models in India as many as 6000 units in 2015.

In addition to Q5, Audi also sells Audi A4, Audi A6, Audi TT and Audi also R8, where in 2009 then, Audi managed to record sales figures of 2400 units.

"Production of Q5 is part of our long-term growth strategy in India," says Audi Board Member for Production Frank Dreves, as reported by Autocar, Monday (07/12/2010).

In addition, optimism was also felt Dreves against future Indian market, which is judged will grow very rapidly, and Q5 is considered present at the right time.

Toyota FT-EV II

Event Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) 2010 live in front of the eye. King car Indonesia, PT Toyota Astra Motor (TAM) were ready to welcome him.

To show which will be held on July 23 to August 1 this upcoming Toyota attends' greening 'the biggest automotive exhibition in Indonesia with the theme of' We the Innovative Eco_life for You. "

Now in order to realize these concepts in IIMS 2010 Toyota booth is designed to indicate to visitors that in order to create a better life necessary to maintain unity and sustainability in the environment.

It is represented by forms that divides the Toyota booth booth area in accordance with the life-cycle plants are marked with flyed Dandelion seeds of interest.

"Many will be witnessed at the Toyota booth," said Johnny Darmawan, President Director of TAM, Monday (07/12/2010).

Meanwhile, for vehicles that will be exhibited Toyota plans to present a special exhibit specially imported for the 2010 IIMS II FT-EV, which is a high-tech environmentally friendly cars.

Also Toyota will also display comprising 19 units of Toyota's product lineup, such as Alphard, Camry, Fortuner, Vios, Avanza and other. Do not forget the Prius hybrid car will also be present at any annual event.

Lancer Evo X SE

Japanese carmaker, Mitsubishi plans to create a special edition of its famous malignant sedans, Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X.

As quoted motorauthority, Monday (07/12/2010) car that will be given a Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X SE (Special Edition) will explore the world market in September, the price of U.S. $ 36,445 or approximately USD 330 millions.

With these prices, it means that the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X GSR SE lies within the type and MR but still carrying the TC-SST transmission clever dual clutch with three driving modes ie Normal, Sport and Super-Sport almost but at a price of U.S. $ 3,000 less expensive than MR .

Well, because this is a special edition, it is not wrong to pin a wide range of accessories complement Mitsubishi in the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X SE.

Devices such as high-performance suspension Eibach and Bilstein shock absorbers, xenon lamp, Brembo brakes and sporty spoiler like the type of MR. The exterior of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X SE is also equipped with a steel hood that takes the design type GSR.

While inside the cabin RECARO racing seat installed as the default standard and made an optional navigation system.

While the kitchen runway Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X SE remain equipped four-cylinder turbo engine capable of spewing power 291 hp and a torque peak of 300lb-ft of which was then fused with driver system S-AWC all-wheel drive.

Honda Odyssey

Speaking of the family car, just do not seem to have a passenger capacity of the lot. For convenience, a few touches need to be given so that no single family member who protest or complain during the trip.

That perhaps is trying to offer PT Honda Prospect Motor's latest model cars at the All New Odyssey family. New look, its features are increasingly pampering.

Yes, that's the impression that detikOto catch a glimpse of a chance when testing the Honda family car in the premium segment.

Spesification

Engine

4 cylinder inline, DOHC 16 valve

Capacity

2354 cc

Technology

i-VTEC + dBW + Torque Boost Resonator

Transmission

5-speed automatic

Power maximum

180 PS at 6000 RPM

Peak torque

22.2 kgm at 4500 RPM

Price

USD 536 million On The Road

New design was not sefuturistik previous model, but the feel of an elegant've seen since the latest from the outside in view of this Odyssey.

Starting from the design of the taillights, then leads to the front to the grille design that looks quite 'robotic' but does not eliminate the impression of elegance when seen.

Entry into the cabin, roomy enough space to make the eye is not cramped, although bertingkatnya dashboard design that also looks futuristic, not to make the room cramped cabin so impressed.

Various indicators and instrument panel are available there, ranging from the speedometer, fuel indicator, the approximate distance traveled, temperature, audio until the cooling of the cabin.

And guaranteed, the Odyssey can make passengers feel pampered. Because cabin air can be divided separately, starting from the right-left and front-rear.

In addition, Double DIN audio with 1.6-inch LCD monitor touch screen, large enough to watch DVDs, or just listen to songs through the USB port and i-Pod.

Sitting in the driver's seat, 8 way adjustable seating position electrically. Not to mention the skin layer and the ergonomic design of the driver's seat backs hugging fit.

And future outlook of the field, the easier by the tilt and telescopic

steering which enables a high or low position of the steering wheel set according to the shape of her body.

Now, just tested the capacity of engine performance 2.4-liter i-Vtec with Torque Boost technology Resonator stored beneath the hood of this All New Odyssey.

Gentle acceleration initially, although tends to weight. However, a car drove by quickly, so that when on the freeway, the rate of 120 km per hour on the speedometer can be achieved by less than 10 seconds.

So also when it comes to devouring a long climb on the route toll traffic

Cipularang, automatic transmission can intelligently manage and store energy, so that the Odyssey is not to be struggling.

And as a family car, the All New Odyssey could make passengers slept soundly, because the concrete path along the bumpy path Cipularang, could very well muted.

Only, for maneuvering in a crowded lane, was a little difficult, because the Odyssey has a dimension which is long and narrow turning radius.

However, do not worry when I have parked in a narrow place and had to retreat. Because the rear parking camera is very easy when it comes to parking, with the real circumstances behind the car view.

Any safety matters could be entrusted to feature Motion Adaptive EPS plus VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist), works to prevent oversteer and understeer symptoms with the help of ABS, EBD, BA as well as traction control that is integrated with the EPS.

However, of all these advantages, passenger comfort can be a little disturbed, because the cabin space Odyssey do not seem one hundred percent quiet, especially when not listening to the audio.

Because at high speeds above 140 km per hour, from the direction of the rear cabin, the sound of wind that felt quite annoying hearing the driver and passengers.

detikOto like the look and features of this Odyssey is a very spoiled, however, correction needs to be done PT Honda Prospect Motor of wind noise lea

Best and Ultimate Guide To Modified Of Cars

Car modification is an area I have dabbled in myself and I must confess to finding great enjoyment in it. There will always be those who see anyone who modifies their car as a “Boy” or “Girl” racer. Of course, this may be the case for some, but others spend a huge amount of time and money on their beloved cars. The last thing on their mind would be driving dangerously and jeopardising the safety of their most precious item.

The modifying of your car can provide a welcomed focus and is certainly very enjoyable. There are many hobbies that appear superficially to follow a similar theme. Modifying a Pc and adding the latest parts, such as a new processor to increase performance is very similar to adding a new component to a car to increase speed and performance. Indeed, it can be said that to many of us, most things in life can come down to speed or performance in one way or another.

The topic that will never be far from this one is that of modified or performance car insurance. Of course if you modify and improve the performance of your car you will pay a higher premium price. Nevertheless, for some of us it can be a struggle to find a car insurance company even willing to insure a modified or performance car in the first place. Then you will have to consider paying an extortionate amount to cover your car, leaving most us a nervous wreck.

The problem lies mainly in the engine modification department. Changes to exterior fittings such as tailgate spoilers, new alloy wheels and body kit will make a noticeable difference in your premium, but at least this is an area most insurance companies are willing to cover. When it comes to engine modifications and cars with extremely powerful engines, a lot of them will not even enter into giving you a quote.

If you have added only exterior items or changed the in-car entertainment system then you can pretty much go ahead and search through quotes in the usual manner. You must remember to ring the car insurance company you have chosen after selecting the best quote for your car as standard. I would suggest picking several of the better value for money quotes, ensuring they give you the coverage your looking for (remember cheapest is not always best) and then ringing the company to continue the quote and give details of your modification. You should find most companies are pretty modification friendly as long as there only minor changes.

If you have modified you engine by way of a chip, induction kit or similar then things start to get a little trickier. This is also the case with having a generally high-powered performance engine. Many mainstream insurers will not insure a car with engine modifications or a high-powered car with a young driver. Here you will be best to follow the same procedure as above and seek quotes from specialist insurers. You may find the process a little slower but you will be rewarded with a more tailored and possibly cheaper policy.

Above all, you must remember to be honest to your insurer. Something as small as misinforming the insurer as to where you car will be kept overnight can be seen as fraud. Altering details to give yourself a cheaper policy, if not accurate, will ultimately result in voided insurance when the issuing company finds out.

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