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Hyundai Elantra 2011

2017-01-23T08:19:00.000-08:00

You do not mistook it redesigned Hyundai Elantra 2011 release. In our test car, the assembly was not the last one, but let's say almost top-end, so the price was $ 22,110.
For this money, you also get leather upholstery, a built-in multimedia radio, key chain with car charging function from the button, alloy wheels 17 inches, automatic door with glass roof - an upscale vehicle, do not say anything.
But 22000 is not very cheap, but the equipment screaming, we think it is more than reasonable choice for the money. If after that still seems to be an expensive car, you can buy a car in the minimum configuration of 15 550 $ Elantra GLS with manual transmission and no air conditioning.

The new model Elantra is made from scratch, in just 4.5 years, and does not repeat the previous generation, perhaps this is the most ambitious vehicle made in recent years hyundai. But the new model will be faced with giants like Ford and Honda, which also will soon release new models. Honda Civic and Ford Focus should be available this spring.

In recent time, cars with powerful engines and voracious sidelined, so Hyundai do not bet on a wide Sonata, and its compact Elantra, and the compact size Elantra (compared to the Sonata) in the interior surprises with its spacious.

The interior was more spacious than expected, and the rear bed can comfortably accommodate three adults, it is a sign of a large car.

Dacia Duster facelift was launched on the UK market

2014-09-19T09:00:00.001-07:00

Dacia Duster facelift launched on the market in the UK. Unlike the version sold so far in that market, facelift Duster is manufactured in Pitesti, not in India.Dacia Duster facelift is commercially available on the market in the United Kingdom. Until recently, the English received only Phase 1 of Duster, a model launched in Europe in 2010, moving production from Chennai, India, in Pitesti has brought the release restyled on the British market. Due to this change, Dacia Pitesti factory will still enjoy a maximum capacity occupation because brand sales in that market are growing and British consumers will be able to benefit from the new features introduced with restyling Duster range launched 2013 in the rest of Europe.

Dacia Pitesti will produce the right hand drive version of Duster

Duster facelift remains the most affordable SUV offered in the UK market and after the launch facelift, its prices are not changed with the introduction of the updated version. The basic model, Duster Access, costs the equivalent of 12,000 euros in the UK, and four-wheel drive version starts at 14,600 pounds equivalent in Euros. Britons are currently only offers two engines: 1.6 16V 105 PS petrol and 1.5 dCi 110 hp. Meanwhile, in markets where available Duster facelift since 2013 engine range includes a 1.2 TCE 120 hp powerplant. Most likely, it will be offered later on the British market for enthusiasts turbo petrol among Dacia customers.

Photo Comparison: Dacia Duster facelift vs. previous version
Dacia plant in Pitesti produced 500,000 copies DusterDacia Duster debuted on the UK market in the latter part of 2012, a year before the facelift to be launched in Europe. Three months before the first units to be delivered in offices, popular already recorded over 1,000 orders in the UK.
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The only Romanian producer of paints and dyes launched a new range of automotive paints: Klar Ultra Color

2014-09-19T08:56:00.001-07:00

Klar Professional launched its new range of automotive paint called Klar Ultra Color, developed in the 12 months following an investment of 500,000 euros. The new range includes a dedicated software able to generate any paint recipe by model and deliver to the customer within 48 hours.
Klar Professional launched its new range of automotive paint that complements Romanian products offer the only manufacturer in the industry. Ultra Colour Klar range of products includes all necessary repainting a car, from putty, thinner and hardener to paint and paint and they have all the attributes of a premium product while it is positioned in the medium price tier of the industry. Auto paint brand owned by POLICOLOR is so confident in its new product that offers a three year warranty for Ultra Color paints as long as they are applied in workshops approved by painters trained by Klar and the machine does not change hands during the period . And the training of painters is free and those of Klar announced the opening of the first school of painters in the country, which will have about 800 students in the first year and will also be free for them. Paint manufacturer representatives Romanian painters say that training is crucial to getting quality results from their training without which the best paint in the world can look good on a car.

Feature: perfect Surface Chemistry
Klar range has 95 Ultra Color pigments, which can be formed over 80,000 preset recipes or special colors can be formulated. These spot colors can be supplied painter within 48 hours of the control, and the need for them arises only when the paint on a vehicle is not close to any given shade of color card dyeing and requires a single part or a single scratch, in which case they use a special device called Spectrophotometer, which can detect any color tone at a level of precision possible for the human eye. ROC spectrophotometer, manufactured by American X-Rite, performed four readings from the vehicle paint color, averages them, and displays the result, after connecting to the computer, the closest color recipes and make recommendations to retouch applied to uniform paint the existing shade on the body.
Klar Professional celebrates 10 years on the car paint
For auto paint range has now Klar Ultra Color pigments and pearlescent xiralici (with "flakes" of aluminum oxide coated titanium for a special glow) products sold difficult until recently, those of Klar decided to divide the metal packaging different capacities from 0.5 to 3.5 liters, depending on how popular these market nuances. Thus, any manufacturer will have huge stocks in boxes pearlescent paints or paint shops will not have to buy a larger quantity of product than they need for a job. To distinguish themselves from the existing range of Klar new Ultra Color line is packaged in cans with a special design.
FEATURE: metallic paint - how to produce and what costs more?

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The new head of Lotus brand suggests launching a SUV and a sedan in the range

2014-09-19T08:51:00.002-07:00

The new head of Lotus announced the dismissal of a quarter of the number of employees at the company's restructuring. However, the brand known for its history of sports models consider launching an SUV and a sedan.
Jean-Marc Gales, a former director of the PSA Peugeot-Citroen became head Lotus announced restructuring plans of the British brand. Manufacturer of sports cars will cut nearly a quarter of the total number, approximately 325 employees globally and will take into account more seriously than ever production of SUVs and sedans. Layoffs are seen as a necessary measure to reduce costs and as a solution to streamline the organization in Norfolk. Jean-Marc Gales argues that it has made efforts to avoid this measure, but the future of Britain lies in the decision to abandon these positions. Some voices in the Lotus argue that there are discussions between management and union on a greater reduction in the number of employees, but this has not been confirmed by representatives of Lotus.

Five minutes with Lotus Elise in Bucharest

The three models in the Lotus Elise, Exige and Evora will be improved in the near future will be to develop new variants thereof, according to the head of the brand. Jean-Marc Gales promises faster car with a quality education and practical. The relationship between the British and the Toyota brand will be strengthened through positive experiences they have had English with engines supplied by Japanese manufacturer. In the long term, the chief mark of Norfolk says he sees no reason why Lotus values should not be extended to other categories from sports models, citing the Porsche brand and the launch of SUV and sedan in this range in order to increase profitability .

Lotus fires engineers because the limited budget for 2014 season

Lotus sales increased by 46% in the first nine months of this year, the company is confident to market over 2,000 units in 2014 British dream to sell 3,000 cars a year after their expanding range, value unimpressive compared what makes other sports get in the market. Norfolk brand volumes achieved are comparable to those of another manufacturer of sports cars in the UK that is not backed by any volume brand, Aston Martin. However, Lotus can not enjoy the same profits as the company in Gaydon, the Lotus is specialized in sporty streamlined for maximum performance.

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Mazda MX-5: the first technical details come to light

2014-09-13T07:11:00.002-07:00

The new generation Mazda MX-5 remains a mystery model to the Paris Salon, where they were promised the first technical details. A number of unofficial promises to be the first motor and weight.

It's been a week of the onset of the new Mazda MX-5 and already began to appear first unofficial information about the range of engines and technical specifications of the model.
The British Motoring magazine, the new MX-5 uses more aluminum platform and promises a total weight of only 1,020 kilograms. That's little more than a ton and 100 pounds less than the old model. Just as promised and the Mazda in its official release. Of course, this is the entry level.

If the information to be true, MX-5 will become the easiest roadster segment, ensuring unbeatable performance and efficiency.

As announced in the news release, the new Mazda MX-5 will have an entry-level version propulsatp the SKYACTIV 1.5-liter petrol unit, already recovered Mazda3. If however roadster engine develops 128 horsepower and torque will jump from 150 Nm. On paper it does not seem much, but with reduced total mass, MX-5 will provide pleasant sensations even in this configuration

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FIA rejected radical change of rules in WRC. Season 2015 will have 13 rounds

2014-09-13T07:08:00.004-07:00

FIA World Council decisions announced Friday in anticipation of season 2015 World Rally Championship.
The focus was reviving sporting rules based on a proposal made by the promoter radical Red Bull, winner of a rally that last special test was determined by direct confrontation between the top two drivers in top round, regardless of the difference between them.

However, the press release announcing the decisions relate to WRC World forum did not mention anything about this change. According unuui FIA spokesman quoted by Autosport, the proposal was sent to the Commission for reconsideration WRC.

Plan of Red Bull was strongly supported by Volkswagen, but pilots were against its implementation and Sebastien Ogier signed a joint letter to Jean Todt, FIA president, competitors expressed their concerns.

Also, FIA did not mention anything about the proposal that pilots go route in the order of the overall standings in the first two days of a stage. Currently, this rule applies only for the first day of each round.

On the other hand, the FIA has published the official calendar of the season in 2015, which does not include any new major will be made throughout the 13 stages:

Data	Etapa
25 ianuarie	Raliul Monte Carlo
15 februarie	Raliul Suediei
8 martie	Raliul Mexicului
19 aprilie	Raliul Argentinei
24 mai	Raliul Portugaliei
14 iunie	Raliul Italiei
5 iulie	Raliul Poloniei
2 august	Raliul Finlandei
23 august	Raliul Germaniei
13 septembrie	Raliul Australiei
4 octombrie	Raliul Frantei
25 octombrie	Raliul Spaniei
15 noiembrie	Raliul Marii Britanii

Red Bull Soapbox Race: Traffic restrictions on 13 September in Bucharest

2014-09-13T07:07:00.001-07:00

Sunday, 14 September 2014, 13 September will become artizanele circuit racing cars built by amateur drivers. Teams from 19 cities will line up at the start of a crazy race really does not matter where you get on arrival but have fun. Weird and wacky cars are named house all on wheels, pig Ghita, Militia, One with everything Snail Turbo-OO Coteţ ŢepeşMobilul or mobile.

Teams will have to impress a jury of Ana Maria Cheese, Mirela Bucovicean Victor Nemes, Teo and Robert Kovacs, Red Bull athlete. They are the ones who will provide marks for design and execution of construction, very important as machine design contest, finishing and joining subassemblies. Also very important is that it will show the home teams. And last but not least will account for the scale meteor trail goes through competition.

The atmosphere will be maintained by Pavel Barta, Marius Onuc and Berti Panaiot and DJ Hefe from Coma will be responsible for good music. It should be noted that on Sunday there will be traffic restrictions in the 13 September, motorists are asked to avoid the area. Temporary traffic restriction will take place Sunday, Sept. 14 on 13 September on both traffic between Arsenal Square and Liberty Avenue between the hours of 00.00 and 22.00. Also there will be traffic restrictions Uranus Street between Mermaid Street and 13 September between 00.00 and 22.00 hours and between Rond Coşbuc Liberty Avenue and Constitution Square on both traffic and Liberty Avenue between Boulevard United Nations and the Constitution Square meaning to Rond Coşbuc between 07.00 and 19.00.

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nfiniti S Design: sporty line to compete with Audi S line and BMW M-line, debuted on the old FX

2014-09-13T07:05:00.001-07:00

Following the example of the Audi, which offers S-Line package, and the BMW, which I can customize the package models, Infiniti wants to offer its customers a similar line.
It's called S-design and will be launched for the first time at the Paris Motor Show in the autumn. The first model to be applied is the QX70 SUV, the new indication which is known as the old FX.

Designed to instill a more aggressive spirit, QX70 SUV has a black front grille, chrome outline for the project, side air vents and sills. The headlights have a black background mirror housings and roof mounting brackets are also black, and 21-inch wheels with six spokes are finished in the same color.

All these changes created outdoor brand S-Design will also have a corresponding interior. More specifically, there will be elements in the interior finished in black glossy lacquer, contrast stitching with thread epntru purple chairs, armrest, steering wheel and door faces. Equipment level is the same level it Premium upper ie.
The new line S-Design will start in Paris with Q80 Inspiration concept, we talked about in the past.

Infiniti Q80 Inspiration: the concept of a luxury sedan, BMW 7 Series rival

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Ulrich Hackenberg, head of development at Audi, said in an interview with the preparation of the third body version of the TT range, which will be inspired by the look of the TT concept offroad.

2014-09-13T07:02:00.000-07:00

Audi TT will have a new body styles in the near future headlines Automotive News. The news comes from an interview with Ulrich Hackenberg, head of development at which official announced the third member of the range, as the current Coupe and Roadster. The representative of the German mark gave many details about their future model, but its main idea exemplified by the existence of TT offroad concept, shown at this year's Beijing Motor Show, a crossover concept that derived from TT .

Official: The new Audi TT is presented

A third body of the TT range is still under development, the official Audi explaining that it will be introduced in range due to market demand for such a model. It seems that this is a car that provides higher driving position than roadterele and traditional coupes. It is not clear if it's a crossover between an SUV and a coupe or a roadster, but these details will be clarified as the development is nearing completion of the new model version number. Further fragmentation of traditional car segments on different niches is a growing trend, started both manufacturers attempt to respond to customer requests and in an attempt to provide models belong niches that are not yet required by customers, but it may be desired by them.

25 Things You Did not Know about ... the new Audi TT

IHS Automotive analysts say that many automotive customers interested in their image and fashion trends are attracted by the growing crossover segment as a means of expression of personal taste. Growth in this segment appears in a period of uncertainty in the global auto market, where low demand for categories "traditional" cars for crossover of different types.

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Romania is the first country in Eastern Europe that features a BMW official of Technology-Paint. The Automobile Bavaria Otopeni enjoys first BMW Advanced Body Repair center in the country, which has invested over 250,000 euros in specialized equipment.

2014-09-13T06:59:00.002-07:00

BMW Advanced Body Repair, investment program service network Bavarian brand, came in Romania, our country having the first center in South East applying new techniques for repair of the German. About us windscreen repair solutions, plastics and bodies that provide solutions faster and cheaper, all with a high level of quality and compliance with all safety standards BMW. Each center addressing BMW Advanced Body Repair program will invest € 250,000 in equipment, totaling over two million euros for all BMW dealers in our country partners. In addition to new equipment, has started a program specialized training for professionals that will be used, as they are trained at BMW Training Academy in Munich, Germany.
What's new BMW repair techniques

The new BMW repair techniques, input was the first South European Automobile Bavaria Otopeni involves ualuminiu For all repair solutions, plastic and glass, through new riveting and bonding instead of traditional methods. This brings lower costs for the client and his insurer and the repair time required is reduced. BMW new solution is applicable only in case of exact repair, in which case reduce costs to 50% for serious damage is still necessary usual methods. For example, new solutions can repair a car damaged by hail, or small flaws on the windshield or bumper scratches or caroseire elements. In some cases, the solution can eliminate the need for replacement and there can only înlocuririi pieces of upholstery and paint faded items. New solutions come as support for both customers and insurers, reducing the cost of repair incidents / minor defects and reduce the time spent by vehicles in service.

Advantages of new techniques and where to apply

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Only models in the BMW Group portfolio have access to service that offers new solutions Advanced BMW Repair Body, which means models Rolls-Royce, MINI and BMW. Fortunately for other motorists, the technology is there and the ranges of other manufacturers, although its presence in Romania has not yet been announced by their representatives. The good news is that this technology could reach a few years and independent shops but well equipped, reducing intervention time and cost of repair for everyone, not just for clients BMW Group products, as in the present case.

A windscreen from a stone chipped and peeling or damaged easily for other reasons no longer require change and not endanger the occupants of the new method of repair. Everything is done with several suction cups, a special solution and an infrared lamp. In an hour.

Technology repair remedy minor problems at a body that would have been solved in the past by replacing the part. Repair leaves no trace and provide the same level of quality and safety that when the car left the factory, BMW officials say. For example, if a windscreen chipped stones, each stone shot can be repaired, while none has spread beyond the initial area of impact. In just one hour, technicians can fix problems like this, without the windshield or disassemble it to lose quality.

A scratch on the bumper can be repaired in one hour no visible human eye.

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In case of minor scratches at the metal element of the body, while it does not have an area greater than three inches, can remedy the defect at half the cost of ordinary repairs due Spot Repair technology, surface uniformity and dyeing involving only area affected. This works only if the item is not bent, wavy and if the damaged area is not too large, in which case no longer applies possibility Spot Repair solution. For a scratched bumper in a minor incident, problem fixes all in just over an hour, with a special solution that can fix the parts that are not damaged or broken and then unifies the existing paint surface.

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PORSCHE GO-KART FOR 900 DOLLARS!

2013-09-05T10:38:00.000-07:00

Porsche is pleased with all the little dandies of his new "modelkoy" car. Although small it can not be called, and each adult can buy it. By the way the price of this charm is very small, only $ 900, and it's probably the most "budget" cars of this brand. Porsche Go-Kart is quite acceptable for a ride, but not on public roads.

The car has a low-profile tires, spare pedals and sports seats. "Weighs» Go-Kart only 25 kg, and the length is 1.5 m At Porsche Go-Kart inflatable low-profile tires, metal frame with plastic inserts and an adjustable seat as your child grows. The machine also includes a high-tech drive. Was mentioned that the manual brakes, it will be used for optimum deceleration. Also, the machine can move both forward and backward.

According to the company, Go-Kart is designed for the youngest customers, ages 5 - 8 years. The car holds up to 50 lbs.

In general, friends, dreams come true, and size, as they say, does not matter!

NEW BUGATTI VEYRON 2014 - EVEN FASTER, MORE EXPENSIVE

2013-08-26T11:05:00.000-07:00

Today the French car company Bugatti said that at the moment we are working on a new version of the model Veyron. Thus, the ultra-extreme version of the supercar Bugatti Veyron will be provided in early 2014.

The company said that they aim to create a version of the car, which is a "visionary in terms of the timing of the project." The company also noted: "We are considering several options. The reality is that we are not under time pressure, because we are sure to sell a new version of the Veyron will not be easy because of the high prices. Only then we can see if there is time and an appetite for the implementation of such a program. The project requires a large investment of money and time, so we have to be sure it's worth it. "

The new Bugatti Veyron will be built on a platform Veyron Super Sport. It will focus on weight loss supercar. Thus, in the new "Veyron" will be given special attention wider use of carbon fiber, which, according to calculation, should reduce the car's weight by 200 pounds!

The new "Bugatti Veyron 2014" will be equipped with an engine Quad-turbo W16, have the potential power 1500 hp, which will be achieved by increasing its capacity.

Maximum speed Bugatti Veyron 2014 is likely to be dictated by the outside tire technology, but with the Veyron Super Sport has already made to increase the limit tires to 431 km / h, and it is likely that the new version of the car should be able to reach at least 450 km / h in order to meet the requirements of potential customers willing to pay for a novelty £ 5,000,000.

New details of the serial production of E-mobility

2013-08-24T10:54:00.003-07:00

As we promised in March 2015 will be released a new version of the E-mobile, and now a close model of the "apparatus" at an economic forum in St. Petersburg presented billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov. Corrections made to the project are not the first, the only difference is that this time they were successful. In comparison with 2011 new model looks more "smartness." So far, the whole design of E-mobility is poor: zakomuflirovannymi transport associated with the pre-production cars, which looks specifically distort.

Technical properties of the machine also "suffered" innovations: the base body is a space frame, put it on the plastic body panels;
four-wheel drive;
hybrid propulsion system, and instead of conventional batteries - supercapacitors;
the main engine is a 1.4-liter petrol (gas or petrol engine).
Developers vehicle established the fact that the rear can not be placed "spare tire" and a gas cylinder together - the buyer will have to decide yourself what is more important (just see the approach of the Russian people).

The network has received information that already at the end of this year will launch production of the initial batch of 400 E-Mobile. It should of course zamtit that the author's concept car in the past years were not consistent, and the next promises can also be empty.

NINTH GENERATION HONDA ACCORD (9 GEN): equipment, technical data, Price, Photo

2013-08-23T07:14:00.000-07:00

The dynamic and at the same time, elegant vehicle that exhibits fresh innovative ideas in the field of design and technology. It describes his brainchild, the creators of the ninth-generation Honda Accord. For 15 years, the Honda Accord was the best-selling Japanese car in the United States. In total, over 36 years of its production model sold, crazy edition, more than 8 million vehicles. Globally, the figure is even more impressive 17.5 million The very first generation, which was published in 1976, immediately received five awards "Car of the Year" by various automotive magazines. And then there were two good reasons. First, experts and automotive engineers were unable to break down the long years of operation. And secondly, even if something broke, the repair of the Honda Accord could draw even a schoolboy. And the price, attracted all the "freeloaders" of America. But recently, ideology, and the crowd of fans decided smenit.Uznat old Accord Honda Accord in the new car is almost impossible, it is such an American and a Japanese man is not even in concept, but in the small nuances. Aggressive, angular face, have given way to the elegant lines, in general, he added, in a graceful, but lost to former greed and agressii.Inzhenery and interior designers have radically changed. He became more spacious and even noble. In the wake behind the exterior, from severe brutality, which conquered the owners of previous generations was gone. The first thing that catches the eye is the two color displays. One shows the technical data, the type of fuel and the air temperature in the cold, and the other media is available only in the richest set.

Specifications Honda Accord

Most often bought with the engine Accord 2.4, so this review, I will provide some figures for cars with this power unit. Engine capacity - 2356 cm3. Power 180 hp at 6200 rev / min and torque of 228 Nm at 4000 rev / min. The layout of "engine" front, transverse. Is paired with a 6-speed manual and 5-speed automatic transmission. MacPherson strut front suspension with stabilizer and rear multi-link independent with stabilizer bar. Overall length is 4890 mm, width 1850 mm, height 1465 mm. The length of the wheelbase of 2,775 mm. Ground clearance is 146 mm. Trunk volume 495 liters, and fuel tank - 65 liters. The engine happily consumes gasoline AI-95, the car accelerates to 100 km / h in 9.3 seconds and continue to accelerate it to the level of 226 km / h Fuel consumption in the urban cycle was 10.8 liters per 100 km, and if it pleases you to go on the road, the rate drops to 6.2 liters per hundred.

Complete set of Honda Accord

The new Honda Accord is offered to the buyer's choice in four trim levels: Elegance, Sport, Executive, Premium. The first three configuration options are equipped with a 2.4-liter engine with the i-VTEC, which works in conjunction with 5-speed automatic transmission, but in sports equipment, you can order a beautiful 6-speed manual transmission. The most powerful engine V6 3,5 liter capacity and 280 horsepower, is only available in a complete set Premium c 6-speed automatic transmission. All engines are manufactured by Earth Dream Technologies and able to work at 92 gasoline. At low loads, which would save our planet and fuel smart V6 disables operation of multiple cylinders

Prices for Honda Accord

Depending on the equipment and place of purchase, the new Honda Accord car can get you as low as 37,932 to 51,188 $

For fans car and Iphone - multimedia apple

2013-08-22T06:03:00.000-07:00

The world famous company called Apple acquired a patent for the latest multimedia system that can adapt to the environment and aims to track where the driver's view, and the position of the head. "Parents" of this unit became the head of the production of digital screens touch-based Timothy Pryor.

At the moment of the appearance of the device is not known except that the touch screen is capable of responding to respond to vibration of the commands having a set of "special" sensors and cameras. For example, the whole system will brighten the backlight is on the screen, which will attract your hand.
In addition to all of the above brand new multimedia system Apple will be able to execute commands from a laser pointer, which will allow passengers to use it and at the back. In addition, the voice command is also the place to be.

This system will also enable "command" as the climate control and windshield wipers, glass lifts, engine management system and many others.

However, all car owners should not rejoice: the new Apple system is not suitable for all makes and models, and the cost of such new items will not be small.

Australia callenge Bugatty Veyron

2013-08-22T05:56:00.001-07:00

Never cease to amaze "the rich" with their quirks. Australian businessman Paul Halstead is the owner of the firm HAL (design and engineering) and introduced the world so far the only one of its kind outline of the future supercar, made especially for him, and, as it turned out, the characteristics of the car will be comparable with the Bugatti Veyron (or even surpass Veyron ).

These "competitors" as it were divorced for the last time (the number is approximately a ten, for example, Weber F1, Lykan Hypersport, Zenvo ST1), but none so could not compete with the iconic French hypercar, and generally get at least to the stage of production series. Paul Halstead, of course, aware that the prospects of his undertaking is not much, if at all there, and therefore not to look stupid in the comments said about the project as not commercial. Then what is all this? And to just simply show the capabilities of the company (HAL), but if there are willing to buy something like that, then they make a couple of supercars will be no problem.

The machine does not currently have an official name, and the technique is not positioning it as something "unbelievable." Here are the main characteristics of a supercar HAL:

· Carbon frame (the one with carbon fiber body panels are fixed);

· Planting formula 1 +2 (repeat for supercar McLaren F1)

· "Lights" cabin will lean back like a fighter;

· Rear axle will "observe" in front of a 1,200-strong shestnadtsatitsilindrovy engine (consists of a block of seven-liter "eight» LS7 from the Chevrolet Corvette and a six-speed sequential gearbox.

The official presentation of "Halstead" is planned for 2016 The year in Detroit, so the other specifications are not yet known, and there he is currently only on paper.
To draw attention to Paul Halstead still possible, but only in Australia. Seeing the reaction of the rest of the world on his project, the creator decides the fate of his creation. At the very least, his country is nothing like up to this point have not seen!

BMW X5: equipment, technical data, Price, Photo

2013-08-22T05:50:00.004-07:00

Immediately make a reservation on the official BMW dealers in Russia. If you decide to buy a new X5, then be very careful when ordering good models of vehicles, it is necessary every option the seller pronounce separately because they can pop in as the most expensive, which would raise the price and the cheapest, because they do not care about their work . It happened on one test, when we were in the car with his hands got doroguschy options: perforated leather and piano lacquer. And yet, the Germans allowed themselves to deliver the cheapest instrument brushes from the "three rubles" and the beginning of 2000s, of unknown origin, sorry, ugly steering wheel. So, be vigilant. Generally on BMW X5 originally designed two types of engines, petrol and diesel it. Power units were equipped with heavy fuel common rail system and up to 200,000 kilometers they walk without problems. But then of course begins repairs, it's not because of the design of the engine itself, but because of the fact that our diesel fuel does the dirty work. The problems may be with the fuel pump, and fuel injectors. The engine will either have to disassemble and thoroughly cleaned everything, or to change the fuel system parts. Atmospheric gasoline engines and V8 R6 just golden. In principle, the power of both motors is sufficient for the vehicle to its weight. Dynamics of them is not something that would be comparable to the charged versions of the M-performance, but sufficient for safe maneuvering. And let's not forget, though it's a crossover, not a sports car. Engines these chain, with an incredible resource, it can be said the most reliable and technologically advanced engines. Yes, you can say that Toyota or Nissan go longer, but the buyer Toyota, as well as the buyer drives BMW? Hardly. Because the Bavarian car buying active children, the machine triggers, and they tortured her. Sell, and it provokes the next owner, and the next owner is also tormented her! And so the circle, so that the fear for their lives Bavarian Motors, never dreamed Toyota'vskim etc.

Tehnical data and modifications BMW X5

Overall performance BMW X5: Length - 4857 mm Width - 1933 mm Height - 1766 mm. Trunk volume is 620 liters, it is possible to fold the rear seat backrest, then get a small truck - 1750 liters of usable volume. The most economical option X5, a modification to the index 30d. It installed a diesel engine of 2996 cm3. Capacity of 245 horsepower. As stated by the manufacturer, he spends just 7.4 liters on the combined cycle for 100 km. Slightly more powerful diesel engine in the lineup is a modification 40d. Fuel consumption increased only slightly, to 0.1 liters. For a power increase to 306 hp Disperse hundreds of 6.6 seconds, versus 7.6 seconds at 30d. The maximum speed of 236 km / h There is also the modification of the X5 M50d, for maniacs. Top speed is limited to 250 km / h, up to a hundred in 5.4 seconds! Among the gasoline counterparts two versions is the X5 35i and X5 50i. Younger accelerates up to a hundred in 6.8 seconds, while the top in 5.5 seconds. In the first case, engine displacement of 2996 cm3 and a power of 306 hp A second motor is 4.4 liters and output of 407 horsepower. The maximum speed of 235 km / h and 240 km / h respectively.

Complete set of BMW X5

Only the choice of the buyer are four configuration. Basic - available in all versions. It includes everything you need, and if you are an oligarch, it offers so many options that you will take years to study them. Luxury - available for versions 30d and 35i. By the way, for the younger diesel version is also available accessories BMW X5 Special Edition. To top diesel and gasoline versions available equipment M-Sports Limited Edition.

Price BMW X5

Depending on your geographical location and place of purchase BMW X5 Prices start at about the level

88 525 dollars for younger petrol version and finish around161 492 dollars for the BMW X5M 44i.

VOLKSWAGEN POLO: tehnical data,price ,foto

2013-08-22T05:44:00.001-07:00

Foreign manufacturer for the first time in the history of the Russian Federation, especially for an existing model developed entirely at first, and not just added a reinforced spring. On the one hand, it would seem, is not surprising, especially when it comes to market in the U.S. or China. But if you compare the sales in these countries and in Russia, involuntarily pops the question, "how it is profitable for the company VW?». But nevertheless, the vehicle already on the conveyor. Volkswagen Polo Sedan looks quite balanced and much more advantageous, the other competitor models. All the credit here belongs to designers because they have not become commonplace sculpt boot to the existing Polo in the back of a hatchback. The car is drawn entirely from scratch. And it is not surprising that with its 5-door sibling, sedan has almost no interchangeable parts, except for the hood. Interior design of car no particular bright or negative emotions. It just might like it for its good build quality, decent finishing materials and minimalist style. It looks pretty neat, nothing squeaks, no noise. The controls are familiar from other models Concern VW-Audi. Sit back for an average growth, very comfortable, and have enough reserve space above his head and in width and in length. In our country, the most popular is exactly the type of body styles - sedan. They say that, compared to hatchbacks, the amount of luggage a little more. Well, actually, it is. And specifically in the Volkswagen Polo sedan he was just huge. A nice moment as well is that the tailgate can be opened with a remote control, and if the volume of the trunk is small, it can be folded back seat sofa.

Technical specifications and modifications of Volkswagen Polo

Physical Specifications VW Polo Sedan (hatchback): Length - 4384 (3970) mm, width - 1699 (1682) mm, height - 1465 (1462) mm. Trunk volume in the sedan - 460 liters, and a hatchback - 280 liters, but if you fold back, you get 952 liters. Hatchback is available in 5 versions: Volkswagen Polo 1,2 MT; Volkswagen Polo 1,2 MT 70HP; Volkswagen Polo 1,2 TSI DSG; Volkswagen Polo 1,4 MT and Volkswagen Polo 1,4 DSG. They promise that the consumption of each of them will not exceed 5.8 liters per 100 kilometers in the combined cycle. Engine 1.2 will issue 60/70/105 hp, top speed of 157/165/190 km / h and acceleration to hundreds of 16.1 / 14.1 / 9.7 seconds in the respective trim levels. Engine displacement of 1.4 liters, gives the power of 85 horsepower accelerates the car up to a hundred in 11.9 seconds with any of the boxes. The maximum speed of the vehicle with the engine 1.4 - 177 km / h VW Polo Sedan is equipped with a 1.6-liter power unit. It will work in tandem with manual or automatic transmission and provide power 105 hp The maximum speed of the vehicle with the "mechanics" of 190 km / h with the automatic 187 km / h Per 100 kilometers in the combined cycle car consumes 6.5 liters with manual transmission and 7.0-liter with automatic transmission.

BMW I3: ALL SECRETS REVEALED

2013-08-22T05:37:00.000-07:00

The Dutch publisher Autoblog assist this exposure. It is published on the first official pictures of the moment the electric BMW i3. This debut are going to spend the 29th of this month (July), and even once in three cities: London, New York and Beijing!

Based on the pictures, you can say that the "shell" not exactly repeat the patent previously found images and photographs of various "spies."

Interior of the new items is as follows:

huge screen entertainment system;

digital instrument panel;

dimensional multi-function lever, which resides on the steering column.

The new car can accelerate to 100 km / h in 7.2 seconds and pass 160 miles on a single charge (BMW i3 - an electric model, the engine which develops 170 hp). As it turned out, then plan to create a hybrid version, and the difference will be that want to combine electric motors with a 0.65-liter engine.

Russians will be able to buy a car only in 2014, but the Europeans in November this year. Sale BMW i3 will be two dealers: Moscow and St Petersburg.

DIFFERENCE OF SYNTHETIC OIL Semi-synthetic. WHICH IS BETTER?

2013-08-21T01:03:00.001-07:00

Dear readers of my Autoblog, today it is time enough to discuss a serious topic: the main differences of synthetic and semi-synthetic oils. Naturally, bolshintvo people would say that a hundred percent "synthetic" is much better, but let's find out what's the same.

SYNTHETIC MOTOR OIL is created by chemical reactions and synthesis:

updated molecular formula;
minimum percentage of the possibility of oxidation;
does not react properties;
good viscosity;
various additives (increased engine compression and fuel costs);
start the car in the winter will not cause any problems;
Lower temperatures are not strongly affect the thickening of the oil.

One caveat - this is the price. If your car to say the budget, what's the point pour into it expensive synthetics?

SEMI-SYNTHETIC MOTOR OIL in its composition has certainly true synthetics (40-50%), but also a plus spiked here "miniralchikov" (50-60%):

not the best viscosity oil;

percentage of oxidation also can upset;

additives are not "lag" of the preceding paragraphs;

because of the claim 1 to start the car in the winter time will a little longer.

Plus of course there is one - low price, and you guessed it fits our oil, "state employees." Dear readers, I do not want to offend anyone, but if you do take a "not the best car," then why invest in it?

I hope my reasons were very clear and simple, and my article will help you avoid mistakes and spend the money on a really "needed". But how to choose the right oil for your vehicle, read the article: "How to choose a motor oil in seven steps."

Lada 2114: equipment, technical data, Price, Photo

2013-08-21T01:01:00.001-07:00

In the hoi polloi Lada 2114, on an industrial scale VAZ-2114 with under the name "Samara-2". 5-door work of art of the Volga Automobile Plant, deep late model car VAZ-2109. Despair in 2114 from the previous model of creative design front body with fresh headlights, grille, hood, bumpers and moldings presence. Samara-2 was presented to the public in 2001, and its serial production started in April 2003. The plant plans to produce its ten years and withdrawn from the market in December 2013. In the beginning before 2007, a car set 8-valve 1.5-liter engine with fuel injection from the VAZ-2111. Let's face it, is not the most innovative and environmentally friendly engine. In 2007, WHA established a new engine, 8-valve, cylinder capacity of 1.6 liters. This power plant was installed just the Lada Kalina and the emission class Euro-3. Then the model has received index VAZ-21144. The main differences from the old engine is: set the plastic receiver, instead of aluminum, the catalyst is near the engine, and not under the head; powertrain is covered by a decorative plastic cover. In addition to the new engine, the car received a tougher dash, on top of now there is no glove box, a new dashboard with integrated on-board computer, which displays the following information: the system voltage, temperature in the street, time, etc. In 2008, there were small cosmetic changes. Instead of the cumbersome, thick moldings, have established a more elegant and narrow. In 2009, the modernization of the second Samara came from a subsidiary of "Super Car". The car received a new 16-valve engine of 1600 cm3, betrayed 89 horsepower. Since the increased vehicle dynamics, alteration were also clutch, gearbox, suspension and brakes. Due to the fact that the brake calipers have increased, upgraded model 211440-24 staffed with 14-inch stamped discs. In 2010, the "Super Car" forced the engine from the Lada Priora to 98 horsepower specially for the old state employee. This car has received index 211440-26.

Specifications Lada 2114

Overall dimensions of the car Lada 2114: Length - 4122 Width - 1650 Height - 1402. Curb weight - 970 pounds. Drive wheel front, ground clearance - 170 mm. Front disc brakes, rear drum. Fuel consumption in the urban cycle is - 8.9 liters, and for the city - 5.7. 8-valve engine, the volume of 1499 cm3, output of 78 horsepower and a torque of 115 Nm. Disperse hundreds takes 13.2 seconds. Maximum speed - 158 km / h

Bundling Lada 2114

In contrast to foreign manufacturers WHA does not bother about the complete sets. Maybe it's for the best, because when buying a car from a man thoughts do not run in different directions and the buyer does not run to a neighbor take him 100,000 rubles, because it promised to install one additional speaker and sheathe ceiling black Alcantara. All these lyrics go to practice. Two complete sets of Lada 2114: Standard and Deluxe. The main differences, for which you will have to pay, ordered, Suite are as follows: there are restraints on the back of the sofa back, on-board computer; visor with mirror, installed heat-absorbing glass, caps on the wheels, fog lights, that's about all. The benefit of the price for the additional equipment is rather funny.

Price Lada 2114

The price of the new Lada 2114 starts with a mark of 297,000 rubles, and the equipment will cost at Suite 5000 is more expensive - 9 090$

HOW TO BUY A CAR FOR N $?

2013-08-21T00:56:00.003-07:00

The most frequently asked question, "what kind of car to buy? '. First you need to decide on the amount you are willing to spend on a car.
In today's article, I decided to present you the top cars in various price categories. Of course, the ideal is not possible to find because so many brands of cars and each contains its own pros and cons.
Although what I have brought to your list is the most worthy of a combination of the consumer price and quality, practicality and reputation (the conclusions made based on the needs of a certain average customer).
Amount is below the 12 120 domestic cars, they generally prefer the "patriots", but there are not many, so here you will not find, then unusual patterns (such as Daewoo Matiz), and recently the secondary market.
So, naturally begin to learn the primary market:

13 603.2+

Renault Logan Expression 1.6 (5MT)

The price is 12 120 (airbag, power steering, air-conditioning)

The amazing practicality of this model is the huge trunk and incredibly spacious seats at the back. Logan typically has one of the best suspensions for trips to the moderately poor roads is satisfactory reliability and simplicity.

But there are many aspects that allow you to find fault with «Logan»:

the budget is not always a comfortable lounge;
rear seats do not fold;
"Noisy" salon;
rather expensive service (the level of ordinary cars is not too low);
besides «Logan» is sometimes difficult to buy a cheap set - there were many occasions when I had to wait.
Yet, of all the new cars is nothing more unpretentious and practical for the kind of money I can not name.

15 151 +

Volkswagen Polo Sedan Trendline 1.6 5MT

The price is 512,000 (ABS, alloy wheels, audio system, air conditioning, 2 airbags)

Advantages of this car:

excellent handling;

excellent platform;

capacity;

has the status of one of the machines do not have any problems in the resource test "Auto Review";

Good ergonomics;

clear the gears;

comfortable steering wheel and the other delights of Das Auto.

Of course Polo Sedan rustic, and it felt good in the cabin (registration is a typical "foltsevskuyu" with great restraint materials)

Also you will encounter queues such an inexpensive car, but if you do not "burn" - definitely worth waiting.

18 181 +

Peugeot 408 1.6 VTi MTActive

The cost is 604 thousand (air conditioning, ABS, stereo system, heated seats, 2 pillows)

Consider it a D-class sedan at a cost lower than many C-graders. This model takes a practical interior, fairly large trunk, plus the bet for comfort. On the part of the ride and the ability to travel on not so good roads Peugeot 408 is one of the best cars in the segment.

It was built on a stretched platform of the famous in Russia Hatch Peugeot 308 and have included as many of its features. For example, not very distinct gear lever and noisy at high rpm engine.

The pros can be written handling and confidence on the roads outside the town. Has a version with a diesel engine (cost about 650 thousand rubles. - Unprecedented for this price range).

20 + thousand

Skoda Yeti 1.2 (TSI MT)

The cost is 739 000 (2 pillows, air conditioning, ABS, front-wheel drive, heated seats)

Although the price of this «Yeti» lowest, but the standard set in the present configuration, the engine 1.2 TSI 105 hp provides atmospheric dynamics at 1.6, thereby increasing efficient work of the gearbox.

«Yeti» produced by Golf platform, and included all of its strengths:

the normal balance between ride comfort and handling;

Considered ideal ergonomics;

high sense of quality;

High salon remarkable practical, but in the case of all-wheel drive «Yeti» the same money you can spend on a bigger car.

Cons is a very rapid rise as idealizing set. If you want a real crossover with all-wheel drive and the engine close to 150 hp - The price will increase by one million, and the competition it «Yeti» too much. And the delight of the design of this car is not all that is in my opinion the main problem.

Turbo, though, and has a small volume, but is unlikely to add to the cost advantages, there is also the problem of heating in the cold. While the machine is different decent traction on the bottoms. Cross-country in a typical auto-wood block, but on the front drive through the 180-millimeter clearance and short overhangs give it a good fight back any passenger car.

24 241 +

Nissan Qashqai XE 1.6 (2WDCVT)

The cost is 835 thousand (radio, air conditioning, ESP, ABS, CVT, heated seats, 6 pillows)

Qashqai buyer takes great balance:

great comfort;

a comfortable lounge;

the normal control;

You will be offered extra long wheelbase seven-seater version (if the power of ordinary «Qashqai» You seem insufficient);

hardwood measurements believe enough cars pass.

Minus in my opinion there is only one: the model itself is boring and for a long time, it become boring. Although a rational approach to the subject, this Nissan Qashqai is one of the best crossovers in this price range.

27 272 +

Mazda 6 2.0 (DriveMT)

The cost is 925 thousand (alloy wheels, 6 airbags, ESP, air conditioning, ABS, heated seats)

The new «Mazda» draws a striking design, body size is with the E-class platform SkyActive. Company to manufacture this machine is able to inspire the driver, I think this car looks much more solid than the crossover for the same money.

By the way, the new Mazda 6 is no longer produced in Japan and the Far East (in a joint venture with Sollers), by the way, consider all of the recommended above vehicles are assembled in Russia (Exception «Qashqai», it is collected in England.)

The most popular car in the world

2013-08-20T10:11:00.000-07:00

The results of the calculations of the international research firm LMC Automotive of selling cars in the world. According to the source the most popular car in the world on the basis of 2012 was the Ford Focus.

In the ranking of sales model came on line in 1 000 000 Ford Focus sold worldwide. The model is made in 5 countries (U.S., Russia, China, Thailand, and Germany) and implemented in 120 countries. First Ford Focus was able to overtake a rating of longtime rival and leader of the top-10 Toyota Corolla, the implementation of which the world for the last year amounted to 966,000 units. However, according to the company itself Toyota, in 2013, she intends to become a global leader and come out on top on the total sales of their cars, ahead of Volkswagen. By the way, in the top 10 most popular (selling) cars is the only business-class sedan Toyota Camry, while the cars of other manufacturers included in the top models are only fiscal compact class.

In addition to the Ford Focus and Toyota Corolla in the top 10 entered Volkswagen Jetta (822,000 pieces), who took the 3rd place.

According to traffic police, the most popular car in Russia is the Toyota Corolla, in all its versions, including right-hand drive. The number of owners is a Corolla 629,743 people. In second place - Ford Focus, which became the proud owners of 535,787 owners. With nearly 150,000 Focuses spelled out in the metropolitan area.

Oil winter

2013-08-20T09:43:00.000-07:00

My dear readers, everyone knows that this winter for motorists, especially when zavernet -35, -40 degrees. I agree with you it's terrible and nothing good in this weather no, not for you and especially for the car. Well, how to protect your beauty in such extreme weather? Our first post about the car oil. Save or not that is the question?
Which oil to choose. In warm weather, it is desirable in the summer or early fall should think about changing the oil, the car for the upcoming winter. Some people believe that especially motorists driving on our (Russian) cars that "why buy expensive oil will come down to me and cheap, especially in our pelvis," is misleading guys believe me.

And so about oil in order, you'll probably have seen the abbreviation for cans, such as 5W40, 5W30, and so on, what is it? The first digit for example - 5 is the winter temperature indicator, and this figure is lower than those in the lower temperature, you can use the oil if the first digit "0" - it's 40 degrees, "5" - 30 "10" - 20, the letter W - means "winter" - winter, the second digit is a summer temperature, at which the oil will not lose their properties and will not allow the engine to overheat, that's 30 to 120 degrees, the 40 - to 140, and 50 more than 150 degrees. And so is ideal oil for central Russia this is how I think, 5W40, because if there is a frost, they rarely below -30, and if there is fever, it is rarely above 30 degrees. It was a digression, now about expensive or cheap oil, personally I had a 2114, I poured into it solely and exclusively Mobil 1 synthetic, the engine ran like clockwork, many of my friends also having the 14th saying that I overpay at least 500-700 rubles and nafig most of it, I'd better zalyu oil class below it, too, is normal. Now, from experience, one I have and a friend were standing next to the parking lot, the same car both the 14th, the batteries are the same, the same year, running from each other by more than 1,000 kilometers, I filled a good oil, a friend what that cheap I do not remember

Outcome winter came to the parking lot at the same time, I was got in - 35, -38 from the first, one would not start at all, then it had to "get a light," for I know my car is bad, but that one, and in fact the best! It was only after a brutal twist motor with 7-10 times the plant. What is the point is the same car? The answer is simple when I told him that replace oil he did not listen, allegedly not the case, and it is necessary to watch the starter, etc. and the like, but every day was finishing his intercourse, and anger is put nagged at me he does not, what's the deal? Is butter? And that's how he was driving past the store where they sell the oil, there are big discounts and he also shares bought oil as I wonder about the car in the morning was the start! Oil winter. All brand manufacturer simply test their oils with different loads, at all possible temperature regimes so as 5W40 oil claimed them, and remains, remains liquid even at -35, it is much easier engine start, but still it was full of all sorts of additives that improve and compression, and otherwise protect the engine from cold wear. But cheap oil although they too have been 5W40 already at -25 severely thickened, and that take off at -30, -35 imagine! Accordingly, the load on the engine increases several times and the starter can not crank it, and know it is fraught with all sorts of expensive breakdowns.

Conclusion: The oil should be a quality not necessarily super expensive, read reviews of the internet, look at reviews of oils, but do not pour the slop pail - it is fraught remember. Good oil will relieve you from another headache as the charging is in the morning and overpayment of 500-700 rubles believe me it's a penny. By the way in our parking lot and drove dude suggest to light a cigarette for $ 100, 5 times you started and all your savings! Oil winter. On that note, I want to finish my post.

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The new system control of driving Saab.

2013-08-20T09:38:00.000-07:00

At the Geneva Motor Show was presented a new concept car Saab PhoeniX, in this post we want to talk not about the car itself and about its control system.
This is a unique system that is not met in more than one car before, it's called IQon Saab Android-Powered, the system works on the operating system Android. IQon - this is a full-fledged computer that is built into the car, this computer has an 8 - inch monitor and touch screen. Also the computer is always connected to the internet and the owner of the house can directly control your car. This is, without exaggeration, a revolutionary technology. Other manufacturers, such systems generally carry the multimedia functions and GPS positioning at Saab are all on the adult, you are not only in control of the car in the distance, but you can see the cabin through the chamber in the structure of the vehicle. Being in interior via a touch screen system you control air conditioning system, engine, gearbox, suspension, etc. Pleasant trifle will receive e-mail, and integration with your phone.

Since the free Android system, the producers did not encrypt their offspring, the system is open to improvement, in other words, any programmer can modify this for yourself! And it's not only the interface but also the overall software.

Saab intends to provide a vehicle free programmers interface and all applications (API), which can be used to make the system even more complicated. In vehicle 500 integrated sensors which can determine everything from the vehicle speed, location and direction to the atmospheric pressure and the position of the sun.

The first presentation of the system have already been held at the Geneva Motor Show this week, but even still photos of the system, as well as its quite a bit of testing, Saab says that the beta version is already being tested, after which it will be fully integrated into the vehicle. It should be noted that such a revolutionary system that completely control your car and want to introduce other brands, but if Saab will be able to successfully integrate the system, they will remain forever in the history of the first!

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