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Buyback Guarantee BMW 5 Series

2010-02-11T22:18:00.002+07:00

Jakarta - German luxury car manufacturer BMW confirmed its commitment to the car about the output. BMW announces Buyback Guarantee program to 90 percent for buyers BMW 523i and BMW 530i after one year of ownership.

Buyback guarantee is a guarantee buy back the car by BMW, so there is no longer fears the car price will fall.

PT Utama Bestindo Car, authorized BMW dealership for a second car located in Bintaro, was appointed as the executor of the program Buyback Guarantee.

But not all BMW cars are guaranteed repurchase this. Guarantee applies only to a BMW 5 series with a history of regular maintenance by authorized BMW dealership and the total mileage less than 15,000 km.

"Resale value of our cars increased sharply in recent years. Now with the Buyback Guarantee program, driving a BMW 5 Series to be investing so much better," said BMW Indonesia President Director, Ramesh Divyanathan in a press release, Thursday (11/2/2010) .

Ramesh tells us if the car owner decided to sell their Series 5, the cost of car ownership for one year can certainly lower than the cost spent to rent the car.

"In addition, BMW Service Inclusive program we provide regular maintenance service for free for five years or until the total car mileage 60,000 km," he said.

BMW 5 Series is a mid-size sedan that is sporty and elegant, very suitable for both business and daily activities. Series 5 with a reputation as a prestigious premium sedan with a charming design, offering a solid control and maneuverability are no doubt, even when stuck in traffic on the crowded streets of Jakarta.

In 2009 sales reached 208 Series 5 units or 40 percent higher than the previous year.

Taste of Europe-Japan at Nissan Juke

2010-02-11T22:07:00.002+07:00

Jakarta - After previously only shown in silhouette only, now the Japanese car manufacturer, Nissan, finally showing the full performance of their latest crossover, Juke.

Appearance cars will fill the European market is looking very fresh with distinctive curves Europe but still has a distinctive Japanese delicacy. With a combination of strength and luxury SUV and the sportsmanship of a sports car, Nissan Juke will certainly attract the eyes of every person who looked at.

Juke is a production version of the Qazana concept car is expected to be shown at 2010 Geneva Auto Show and will provide a choice of three engines.

The first type of Juke will use all-wheel drive system or AWD, and hold direct-injected engine capacity of 1.6 liters is equipped with a turbocharged four-cylinder. The machine is capable of spewing out power to 187 hp with torque reaching 177 lb-ft.

Meanwhile, two other types will use the HR16DE engine capacity to 1.6 liters and power 113 hp 1.5-liter diesel engine that has been equipped with DCI COMMONRAIL technology that can make this last type of spraying power to 110 hp.

Juke itself is likely to be sold soon in Europe and will direct the United States and spread to other countries.

Honda Accord, Civic, Odyssey and CR-V Withdrawn

2010-02-10T18:24:00.004+07:00

Washington DC - 'trials did not seem to stop upon manufacturers from Japan, especially Honda. Having previously had to pull more than 640 thousand units of Jazz or Fit from around the world, Honda now have a new trial.

Honda Motor Co., as reported by AFP, Wednesday (10/2/2010), to attract more than 430,000 units of their cars around the world especially now circulating in North America, is now due to problems in airbagnya system. Honda cars in Japan, Mexico, Taiwan and Australia was reportedly will also be dragged this dreadful news.

Air bags in cars like the Honda Accord, Civic, Odyssey, CR-V and the Acura TL in 2001-2002 made in America and Inspire, Saber and Lagreat in Japan have indicated that defects feared could burst and cause danger to passengers.

Even until now have been 12 incidents related to the victims of these 11 injuries and 1 person died. That's why Honda would soon summon the owners of vehicles above to be remedied.

Recall will soon be extended to include the whole world with 437,763 units consisting of 378,758 units in the U.S. and 41,685 units in Canada.

"We have concluded that we can not fully convinced that the airbags in the vehicle to the recall problem, this time we are still confident in its design performance," wrote Honda in a statement.

November 2008 and Honda is already investigating the problems that occur in these airbags. When they pulled about 4,000 units and Civic Accords made in 2001 in the United States and 218 cars in Canada.

Now after more than 2 incident again, Honda had 440,000 units pulled back the Accord and Civic and 2001-2002 model year Acura TL 2002 model year. They, too, when it also could attract 49,452 vehicles from Canada in July 2009.

Finally, Honda for the same problem also 9227 units had pulled their cars in Mexico, 1361 units in Taiwan and 703 units in Australia.

Meanwhile, Honda has recently also had horrendous withdrawal of the world with 646,000 units or a variant of Honda Jazz Fit from the market worldwide because there is a problem in the power window that has a gap. This gap when the water entered feared could cause a fire

Toyota Delays Producing 2 Hybrid

2010-02-09T14:00:00.002+07:00

Tokyo - It has the same braking system with the Prius, Toyota plans to suspend production of two other hybrid cars and the Lexus HS250h SAI.

As quoted by Reuters on Tuesday (9/2/2010) Toyota is delaying delivery of SAI and Lexus Toyota unit HS250h of Kyushu. Toyota will do a brake check to determine next steps are going to do a recall or not.

If the second production of this car is suspended for 1 week only means that there is a reduction of approximately 2,000 units and Lexus HS250h SAI.

The response of the car experienced brake Prius, Lexus HS250H SAI and in some cases considered to be too weak even though the pedal hard dipijak especially in response bumpy road conditions are not too good brakes.

However, according to Toyota, if the brake is pressed and will gradually stop the vehicle as well.

Impreza XV, The Latest models of Subaru

2010-02-08T07:23:00.002+07:00

Tokyo - Subaru ready to release their latest models at the event Impreza XV Geneva Motor Show (GMS) in 2010, next month, in Geneva, Switzerland.

The car is ready for the market this summer version of the Impreza platform lim door. Car dimensionless length 4.4 meters, 1.7 meters wide, 1.5 meters high and has a unique design, the crossover design. The car that carried the engine and the 2.0L petrol version is turbo diesel has a design roof rails and roof-mounted spoiler that interesting.

Subaru will also display the latest concept cars Subaru has ever trafficked Tourer is also on the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show (TMS)

The Most Powerful Motorcycle in The World

2010-02-05T11:51:00.002+07:00

Jakarta - A motor manufacturer to make a breakthrough by producing a crazy-powered motor that is powerful Vyrus 987 C3 4V that can spew up to 211 hp power.

This is the biggest energy contained in a motor and therefore it is no exaggeration if we granted it the nickname as the most powerful motor in
world.

Vyrus 987 C3 4V actually has a standard power for a big motor. But since some applications are prepared Vyrus optional, for 987 C3 4V, this bike was becoming increasingly violent.

Base Vyrus 987 C3 4V only be powered by 100 hp two-valve and air-conditioned with initial weight only 148 pounds. The starting price of this bike was only just 65,000 euros, or approximately USD 841.3 million alone.

However, to increase strength, Vyrus ready to help provide water-cooled engine from the Ducati Testastretta is capable of increasing energy Vyrus 987 C3 4V to 155 hp.

Not only is using water-cooled 1, Vyrus must use two of water-cooled Ducati's 1098R is capable of increasing the motor power is a 184 hp.

And finally, an application that can help supercharge the motor spewing power to 27 hp and adds power to 211 hp total. And this bike became the most powerful motor in the world.

To make up for it all means the total to be spent to buy this bike is 213,400 euros

The Fastest Rolls-Royce In The World

2010-02-04T06:36:00.002+07:00

London - When is a car designer for Rolls-Royce is always synonymous with luxury and elegance, a lover of speed seem to want to break it.

Tod Weston has Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow parents can make the car became king street and no longer a car full of grace.

Rolls-Royce is owned by Tod reformed away by the owner to be able to speed shot up to 297 km per hour. This is a record speed of Rolls-Royce in the world's fastest.

With these results, Tod also broke the previous record held by Rolls-Royce Ghost made in 1970 with a speed of 155 mph.

To make his Rolls-Royce into a high-speed car, Tod also apply turbo racing engines that Chrysler's looked very big in the bonnet of his Rolls-Royce's.

Moreover, it is still fierce added with nitro booster, which would make energy a car which is currently estimated at 320,000 pounds sterling worth it to be even crazier.

But even now the car is capable of falling into the arena of race, Rolls-Royce is still left an aura of elegance as it was installed air-conditioning, seats with leather lining and a set of DVDs for entertainment passengers.

Mazda Ready to Realease MX-5 Limited Edition

2010-02-03T06:46:00.002+07:00

Tokyo-In order to welcome the age of 20, ready to release a Mazda MX-5 20th Anniversary Limited Edition which will appear early in the event the Geneva Motor Show GMS), next month. MX-5 limited edition of only 2000 units will be made and marketed only in Europe.

MX-5 limited edition is brought 1.8L engine capable of producing 124 bhp maximum power and maximum torque of 167 Nm. The difference with the version of the MX-5 is usually the emblem of 20th Anniversary Limited Edition of chromatised, door handles are also chromatised, silver headlight fascia with fog lamp, and alloy wheels measuring 17 inches.

MX-5 limited edition is available in three exterior colors, namely True Red, Crystal White Pearl, and Aurora Blue.

Volkswagen Concept Motorcycle

2010-02-02T23:19:00.003+07:00

Jakarta - When BMW just got a Superbike, another German automobile giant Volkswagen which is supposed to break the dominance that by issuing a motorcycle. Especially now, VW has a stake in Japanese manufacturer, Suzuki did have a two-wheel division.

The issue that stuck out after the former Volkswagen designer, Nils Poschwatta, suddenly pulled out a sketch of a bicycle with moyor of the Volkswagen brand.

Motorcycle blue sky looked very sporty design with a mix of futuristic and functional. Motorcycle Fairing labeled 'R Moto' This looks muscular with well-exposed DELTABOX.

Sporty even more obvious when we look at the stern of the taper so that the motor speed aura can shine clearly.

Indeed if the truth be told, though now have the funds and technology and an abundance of experts is difficult for VW to issue a motorcycle with VW brand.

First and foremost is the image of VW that since the former is always synonymous with cars, not motorcycles, so that VW did not have a tradition to develop a two-wheeled vehicles.

If VW still speculate, their image is at stake. This is very risky, especially in their efforts to be the best in the world automobile industry.

Interestingly, in the past, this German car manufacturer was suspected of planning to build a motorcycle together with the Austrian motorcycle manufacturer KTM, but until now the news has not been established.

Vios Facelift Used Paddle Shift

2010-02-02T12:16:00.000+07:00

Jakarta - Change the face of Toyota Vios already busy on the internet, if there is a new feature in the medium sedan? The news circulated that Vios facelift will use the paddle shifts.

Certainly the use of paddle shift on the steering wheel adds more sporty like to race. However, Product Planning Department PT Toyota-Astra Motor (TAM) Bansar Maduma dismissed this news. According to the latest Vios does not use such transmission technology.

Changes in the medium sedan that looks like a change of clothes only. Brand-new Toyota Vios looks just bigger than the previous version.

Obvious changes in the grille, where if the old grille Toyota Vios using 1 grille but the latest Vios uses 2 display a modified grille with chrome. Shape changes, grille brand-new Toyota Vios launched in Thailand in 2010 were more broad high class sedans like the Toyota Camry.

Location of other changes also occurred in foglamp, rim. Stoplamp also applied a new form and with a chrome casing attached to the trunk. Unfortunately not known the contents of the interior of the brand-new Toyota Vios.

Meanwhile, Marketing Communication Manager of PT TAM Achmad Rizal tells us that the latest Toyota Vios launched in Thailand was not necessarily the same as Indonesia's car market.

Grand Vitara "Facelift" Appear at the Geneva Motor Show

2010-02-02T07:35:00.002+07:00

GENEVA, Suzuki Motors Corp. or SMC continued to strengthen the global market, one of the United States, which includes niche in the world's second largest. Last year, the Kizashi sedan has been presented as a sophisticated product, attractive design, and offers the sensation more than other products in the same segment. After Kizashi, SMC try another superior product offering, the Gran Vitara.

As reported by thecarconnection.com, Japanese manufacturers are planning to show off Suzuki Vitara facelift for the first time in the event the Geneva Motor Show next March. From the information that wafted, compact version of the Grand Vitara will be replaced with new models.

Vitara facelift variant will be offered in three and five doors. In addition, where the spare tire on the rear door will be eliminated as the Toyota RAV4 in the same segment. Thecarconnection.com Analysis, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will show something different, especially on the characteristics of a modern crossover in general.

There are currently no related detail the changes that will occur on the Grand Vitara facelift. However, all that will appear on March 2, 2010 at the opening of the Geneva Motor Show. The plan, Suzuki is in the exhibition also displays Kizashi and Swift plug-in hybrid concept.

Sketch Evolution XI Circulating on the Internet

2010-02-01T06:36:00.002+07:00

London - Sketch Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution (Evo) XI circulating in cyberspace. Evo XI rumored to be a car plug-in hybrid that will use electric motors to replace the turbocharger which are common in normal engines.

Evo XI will use the same platform with the concept car plug-in hybrid PX-MiEV which had appeared first in public in the event the Tokyo Motor Show (TMS) in 2009. If realized, the 2.0L engine that Evo will be much faster automatic with electric motor assistance through the power of lithium ion batteries. This electric motor will drive the front wheels, while for ordinary engines will drive the rear wheels that make the Evo XI four-wheel drive.

This electric motor will work like a turbo, it's just more quiet and smooth so that the performance of this car is no doubt.

Mitsubishi MiEV Win Paul Pietsch Award 2010

2010-01-31T13:47:00.003+07:00

TOKYO, The passion of the world to improve electric cars, making cars one of the electric power produced by the iMiEV obtain Mitsbishi prestigious award from the magazine Auto Motor und Sport, Germany, the Paul Pietsch Award.

Awards received by members of the Board of Directors of Mitsubishi Motors' victories Product Strategy & Development Group, Gayu Uesugi.

In Japan i-MiEV has been marketed since July 2009 while the export version left wheel, will be produced in October this year.

Mitsubsihi plans to launch iMiEV in Europe at the end of this year. Battery charging system will be identified with the electrical architecture of the houses in Europe, which is 220/240 volts. Charging the battery from empty to full takes 7 hours.

"We are very proud to accept this award from a jury of International Caliber. They give credit to our electric cars because of the technology iMiEV. In this respect also, we believe, iMiEV marketing success in Europe," says Uesugi.

Mitsubishi has developed a prototiope iMiEV of standard or for everyday use, Sport and the cargo version, or carrier of goods.

Carlsson C25 Super Car, Only 25 units in the World

2010-01-29T06:44:00.002+07:00

Jakarta - the sports car flying wing, Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS official recently assembled in Germany may be a lasting competitor when he was encouraged on the highway. His opponent was the Carlsson C25.

Actually blood with C25 Carlsson Mercedes-Benz. As quoted from autoevolution, Thursday (28/1/2010), when stripped Carlsson C25 has a chassis of a Mercedes-Benz SL-600 Super GT but with engine capacity of 6000 cc engine berkonfigurasi Bi-turbo V12.

Thanks to the great engine of this car can out power to 753 hp with a torque of 1320 Nm. Carlsson who was known as a carpenter modification Mercedes-Benz engine has splashed his knowledge to the magnitude of the machine SL-600 Super GT.

"We only build cars to order, and orders for 2010 already sold out", says CEO Markus Schuster Carlsson.

Mark explains the many sports cars out on the highway just a little sports car that is very convenient to use for day-to-day.

And by Carlsson C25, Schuster dare drive reliability Seda offers a very good sport and very exclusive and very qualified for the trip home to the office.

While with safety features such as wallow ESP, ABS, Airbag, owner identification system, Carlsson C25 sport sedan produced only limited as many as 25 units of course. Although not mentioned the price, Carlsson unit will land in one country. Really exclusive ..

Lexus LS 460L and LS 600hl, Smart Cars Can Own Parking

2010-01-28T06:47:00.003+07:00

Jakarta - A premium car must have an advantage over most of the cars. Well if you drive a Lexus car, especially LS 460L and LS 600hl You'd be surprised.

Because these cars look very smart to be able to park itself without the need to be controlled by either the driver parked horizontally and vertically.

"This car includes a very smart car because it can 'look after' himself," said General Manager Lexus Indonesia, Adrian Tirtadjaja.
And it is true, the driver turned out to just be pressing the self-parking available at the steering wheel or the screen in the middle of the dashboard. After that, the picture would appear that the region around the car scanned from a camera in this two brand-new car.

From the picture, the driver only needs to select the location where to park the car. After selecting a parking space, either horizontally or vertically, then magically the car will move itself.

This flagship of the Lexus will regulate themselves to move backward, to the left or right. Motorists simply have to adjust the brakes just rhythm. And after arriving at the desired location, the system will automatically die and tell you if it's safe.

Therefore, it is not surprising that a premium car for USD 2.7 billion that will not officially released in mid-February next opponent likely will be hard for competitors, especially the sedan-premium sedan from the blue continent, Europe.

T-Rex, It's Car Or Motorcycle?

2010-01-26T06:28:00.003+07:00

Montreal - When we caught a glimpse of this vehicle, certainly confused, in the category are it. When is the car, but only three wheels. Called the motor, but the configuration of the seat to the back side is not like motorcycles in general.

View vehicle named T-Rex by Campagna Motors produced this is a bit strange. But it was not a reason to underestimate T-Rex.

Armed with a strong tubular framework and the roll-cage, T-Rex ensure protection for the occupants qualified for the affairs of the body although the T-Rex still using fiberglass as the main ingredient.

Not only that, for more security support his passengers, Campagna also strengthen the side and front of the T-Rex that when an accident, a fatal result could be reduced.

Rider safety was increased when he learned that three-point seat belts had become the standard instrument for these vehicles and there will be a sign if the driver or passengers forget to use it.

Motor Dimension (LxWxH) 3500 mm x 1981 mm x 1067 mm, with a net weight of 472 kg was also found not only offers a view ciamik with a myriad of safety devices just as the main selling.

Because for business performance, T-Rex's ability seemed appropriate to name fierce. Because armed Four-stroke engine, liquid-cooled, DOHC capacity 1352 cc, T-Rex with confidence can be run from 0-100 km per hour in just time by 3.92 seconds topspeed reached 220 km / hour.

The machine was also able to give off tremendous energy with 197 hp torque to 113.5 lb-ft at 7500 rpm spin.

Motor own Campagna T-Rex issued in two versions of T-Rex and 14R T-Rex 14RR the official price of each price of U.S. $ 51,999 to U.S. $ 56,500

The Latest Sport Super Hybrid Toyota Ready Groundbreaking

2010-01-19T06:59:00.002+07:00

TOKYO - After LFA Lexus, Toyota looks to do some road tests for the latest sports supercar. Taken from Toyota MR2 platform that could become a legend, this car will appear in the Tokyo Auto Salon event.

As we all know, Toyota Motors Corporation (TMC) is no longer producing MR2. And now a sports car is being prepared as the next generation MR2.

Although still took the base from the MR2, but of course a series of new technologies has crammed in a car that has not had this name.

One of them, according to leaks from Worldcarfans, an electric motor to be used with 3.3 Liter V6 engine that is under Bonet.

Wheel drive system uses a four-wheel-drive, electric motor will drive the front wheels. While the conventional V6 engine is ready to countenance the power through the rear wheels.

With the use of electric motors is the total power generated by a car capable of weighing 1500 kg amounted to 392 bhp. And able to accelerate from 0-100 km / h in 4.5 seconds.

Unfortunately until now there has been no information when the super sports Toyota's hybrid vehicles will be mass produced.

The First Motorcycle in The World

2010-01-19T06:52:00.002+07:00

Jakarta-Surely you do not know, how to form the first motorcycle in the world. The first motorcycle in the world is the Hildebrand & Wolfmüller motorcycle.

This motor was made in 1895. Despite hundreds of years old, was the first motorcycle in the world has brought the technology to date is still used as Twin-Cylinder, 4 valve, water cooler and the 1500 cc engine. Sisters, Hendry and Wilhelm developed in cooperation with the motor Wolfmuller Alois and a mechanic named Hans Geisenhof.

Despite having a big engine, the horsepower it produced only 2.5 hp at 240 rpm only. The world's first motorcycle will be auctioned and the event will be exhibited at The International Classic Motorcycle Show, in Stafford, April 25, 2010.

Polaris EV LSV, Offroad Electric Vehicles

2010-01-18T17:58:00.002+07:00

London - offroad vehicle synonymous with powerful engines, but the military offroad vehicle manufacturers, Polaris, just announced its readiness to launch an electric-powered off-road vehicle they were.

EV named LSV, which is an offroad vehicle electric low speed, which is only about 40 km per hour. "However, in the end the speed becomes unimportant," said Mark McCormick, managing director of Polaris, as quoted autoevolution, Monday (18/1/2010).

LSV EV market allotment for the military, and civilian agencies or the Federal government. LSV EV was built as an electric vehicle with off-road haulage capacity reached 1,000 pounds.

With the drive All-wheel-drive, off-road is driven by electric power by 30 hp, the electric motor 48 volts AC Induction, which is capable of carrying EV LSV walk 80 km.

Polaris has three operating modes for different uses. High to speed, Low to transport, and Max for maximum coverage. The battery can be recharged through an AC power socket 110 volts.

"We are excited to introduce EV Polaris LSV to the military market," added McCormick.

Toyota Prius G Sports

2010-01-18T17:51:00.002+07:00

Jakarta - Beware, do not call the Prius G Spot, these are the Prius G Sports. Prius cars with the latest concept sports car claimed to be.

As quoted by the official Toyota site, Monday (18/1/2010) The Prius is called 'G Sports', which is already equipped with sports suspension, aerodynamic parts and racing-style seats. This mid-year plans, G Sports car to be launched into the Japanese market.

Modification car show at the Tokyo Auto Salon and it's included a new bumper, side skirt, LED lights, dual exhaust system, alloy wheels and 18 inch diameter which of course is equipped with high performance tires.

So is the interior space, which was revised steering wheel, sporty Recaro seats, aluminum pedals, piano black trim, and appearance of new information indicator.

While the sector remains the engine as a standard Prius, the energy comes from the 1.8-liter four-cylinder with 73 kW and 142 Nm of torque. Although the engine does not change, Toyota made some small modifications to improve the dynamics of the car.

Well besides applying to the Prius, the concept of G Sports will also be adopted to line up other Toyota cars, like Noah, Voxy, Mark X, and sports car FT-86.

Honda Accura Hybrid mainstay in Luxury Segment

2010-01-16T07:38:00.001+07:00

DETROIT, Success with Market Insight hybrid - Honda Motor Co. (HMC) continue to strengthen the image on the matter of environment-friendly technologies. Principals in Japan confirms Honda will add a new variant with a fairly popular model, the Honda Accura. This product will target the luxury segment (luxury).

The assurance was conveyed directly by Supreme Leader Honda Takanobu Ito in the event North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

Detailed information, when production will begin and what technology will be applied to Accura Hybrid, has not been leaked. But, predictably manufacturers will create a new hybrid system specifically aimed at the luxury variants. As does the Lexus hybrid system which uses a completely different new Prius.

Another speculation emerged that the Accura variants will be transformed into a conventional dual-powered cars and electric motors is a TSX, TL, and MDX. The fact that stuck out, years ago, Honda said plans to import supplies diesel engines to North America for his own hybrid vehicles. But it is not clear linkages between the plan and Accura hybrid imports.

Geely Assets from Volvo

2010-01-16T07:32:00.002+07:00

CHINA, Volvo's acquisition process by Geely still going on and reported a step. Although no official price determination, what assets will be obtained by China's car manufacturers are?

Citing chinacartimes.com (1/11/2010), Volvo sales price of the property to the Ford Geely estimated between 1.5-2 billion renminbi (about USD 2.68 trillion). Of negotiations the two brands, Geely will acquire assets Volvo, among others, nine variants of the Volvo products, namely S40, S60, S80, C70, C30, XC90, XC60, V50, and V70.

Likewise, the three types of car product platform, which is P1 for compact cars, P2 (larger vehicles), and P24. Furthermore, the marketing network of 2000 dealers around the world, the distribution chain, and finally the Volvo brand itself.

List of assets that offer fairly remarkable. The reason, Geely could change the status of the local car manufacturers China becomes world class in just one night. With capital from Volvo, Geely hopes will be able to sell as many as 2 million cars a year within four to five years.

Currently, Volvo sales in the world car market is only about 400,000 units. In the China market last year, sales of even only about 13,000 units. From business strategy, target Geely will be able to make profits in just one year of ownership and achieve break even in 2015 ducks.

Toyota Conqueres the American Market With Scion

2010-01-16T07:15:00.003+07:00

DETROIT - No doubt, North America is a soft market for cars in Japan principals. Toyota and Honda competing in the state. Associated with more improvement in world economic conditions, especially in Uncle Sam's country, Toyota immediately step on the gas in the United States.

Toyota Motor Corp. (TMC) will soon introduce two new Scion. Such a move is an attempt to restore their image. "With two new models, Scion will have a great opportunity," said Yoshi Inaba as president and CEO of Toyota Motor North America presented at the congress of the world such as Automotive News, Dow Jones quoted a few days ago.

Scion's presence, continued Inaba, a revitalization and refreshment Scion image in the future. Because, in the last two or three years, declining market share Scion because without new products supported.

In addition to the Scion, TMC plans to introduce 10 brand-new products and face-lift to win back markets, in connection with the improvement in world automotive markets, particularly North America.

This new Scion youth segment. Last year, due to the economic crisis, Scion market share fell to 46 percent, and reduce market to Toyota's 20 percent.

Inaba added, Toyota projects with environmentally friendly technology to run. This includes plans to produce the Prius at a new factory in Mississippi. This is related to world economic recovery began.

Launched in March, Cruze Ready to waver Altis and Civic

2010-01-16T07:11:00.002+07:00

Jakarta - brand-new Chevrolet sedan will certainly be present in the Indonesian market in March 2010. This brand-new variant will likely be heavy enemy small class sedan class for Japanese rivals like the Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla Altis.

Moreover Chevrolet also will put any Cruze prices not far from the price of both. "The price Cruze will not be far from the Altis," said Marketing and Public Relations Director Deborah Amelia Santoso GMAI on the sidelines of a press gathering Chevrolet in Cilandak Town Square, Jalan TB Simatupang, Jakarta (14/1/2010).

Corolla Altis is currently selling for Rp 323.5 million to USD 375.5 million, while the most expensive Civic in the level of USD 334 millions.

But even released a price not much different from his opponents, Amelia can guarantee that these products are richer in terms of features. Because in addition to a 'thick skin' typical American car is more safety guarantees from the side, it was charming Cruze has a feature that they call infortaiment.

Usefulness of this feature is as a center of information and entertaiment and can also be used for setting up some features of the car.

Not to mention the Cruze that will go to Indonesia is the Cruze that will carry 1.8-liter engine capacity of tough and will divide the two types of manual and automatic.

Both types are different than in the transmission according to Amelia will also differ in terms of details. "For instance if the manual Cruze interior blue dominated, if the automatic red-brick tends, as well as layers and layers dasboard seat," said Amelia.

With all these advantages that Amelia was sure their products will be able to resist the Japanese opponents and useful as an intelligent alternative for the Indonesian automotive lovers.

"Cruze will be launched in March and the Spark in Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) in July next, we're confident they can lift sales of Chevrolet," said Managing Director GMAI Mukiat Sutikno.

Chevrolet Sales

Unlike the other manufacturers that sales decreased in the year 2009, the American manufacturer, Chevrolet was even increased sales.

Since when in the year 2008 Chevrolet only able to sell only 2610 units of cars, the Chevrolet sales in 2009 increased to 2616 units. Now the year is 2010 Chevrolet seems more ambitious.

"We believe it can penetrate the number 3500 units this year," said Mukiat.

Mukiat beliefs are based on other than economic conditions improved in 2010, also coupled with new products they like the Chevrolet Cruze and the Spark that will soon be launched into the Indonesian market.

Moreover Chevrolet Mukiat was also distracted by the taxi market is considered rapid development. Because of the years 2007-2009 when the Kalos and Lova variants sold as a taxi could only penetrate the numbers just 1200 units, this year is predicted to increase sharply to reach 1,000 units of only in the year 2010 alone.

Captiva Special Edition released in April

2010-01-16T07:03:00.002+07:00

Jakarta - Expansion of American car manufacturers, Chevrolet, seemed to become more frequent in this 2010 year. Chevrolet Captiva certainly will issue special edition from April and May.

Special edition Chevrolet Captiva is expected to be immediately released shortly after the sedan brand-new Chevrolet, Cruze, officially launched in March next.

"After the Cruze in March, we will launch a special edition of the Captiva. Maybe in April and May," said Marketing and Public Relations Director Deborah GMAI Amelia Santoso.

Captiva's special edition by Amelia will be well compared with Captiva variant of 'normal'. Because as the name suggests, this special Captiva would be more masculine and attractive.

"There are some improvements that will touch we give to this special edition Captiva, especially in the exterior," he explained.

The outside of the Sport Utility Vehicle Chevrolet's flagship SUV alias according Amelia will have a touch like a new wheel design is more macho to applications sporty body kit and striping on the body.

Not to mention the inside. "While not going so the random-random, but certainly this special edition will be more lux than now exists," he said.