Thursday, June 30, 2011

Fully Charged YASA motors episode 23 [video]



In this episode of Fullycharged Robert Llewellyn makes a quick visit to the YASA motor works to see their developments in electric motor design and construction.

Bentley Continental Flying Spur Series 51 (2012) [Reviews]



Bentley Series 51 is the most popular design. This allows customers and Continental Flying Spur and Flying Spur Speed ​​subscribe to the "off the peg" from a wide range of innovative and good combinations of colors and created by engineers to cut the seat of Bentley in Crewe, England, as Dirk van Braeckel, Bentley's Director of Planning comments:

"Series 51 design is inspired by the life style of the opening of Bentley Crewe Department established a talent, John Blatchley, who shaped the original and iconic 1950 Bentley Continental. Today, it offers a subscription service almost customized, many thousands of configurations Bentley available in the range of color and the cut. "

First offered in the Continental GT and GTC in 2009, the color of Bentley and the team has now created than14 cut at least unique scenery for 51 Continental Flying Spur and Flying Spur Speed, which allows customers customize their cars to their personal tastes June Melinda Jenkins, color and trim manager, says:

"Each set of 51 Flying Spur is instantly recognizable - especially in the body - in which the color and cut, the team created a wide range of three interior colors to show the full potential of the company's extensive color palette."
51 for the series develops, manages the team to a Bentley-style "rule of three" approach to creating complex, but to harmonize the colors of the depth and beauty, inspired by simple choice of a customer enters three contrasting colors. With luxurious leather hide and wood veneer on the main screen, start and finish color specialists with a main interior color (usually darker) and select another color insert to provide a striking contrast. an essential skill is to identify the third accent color stitching and piping.

The selection of the veneers of wood or aluminum panels for the dashboard is complete the overall look and provides a contrast even greater if the customer desires.

Bentley has reserved a limited edition Sapelli veneer Pomellen (which gives a rare disease, the natural wood padded) for Series 51 Flying Spur and a number of additional options, including Bentley leather-trimmed cushions for children and the rear seats can also be specified to complement the unique design.

While the 14 options for the Series 51 Flying Spur give customers the option of selecting some of the work of Bentley's most striking design, color and finishing equipment is also more than happy to create designs even more personalized , knowing that they only showed a fraction of the possibilities offered by Melinda June Jenkins says:

"One of the most exciting series of 51 drawings to customer feedback to Bentley and their desire to continue to investigate what we can offer. Series 51 provides only a starting point, and we are now creating designs that make a stronger and more personal. "

Impressive series of Series 51-tone paint options
The same imaginative use of color extends to the body of all 51 Continental Flying Spurs series. A series of amazing John Blatchley inspired two-tone paint options, with an accent color scanning of the hood, roof and trunk of the tree can be specified.

Paint range includes fresh and crisp tones with rich tones and fiery and everything by color and trim Bentley team recommend one of three interior colors selected to complement and illuminate the relationship between interior and exterior.

Bentley has also created a unique series of 51 graphite-finished nine spoke wheels of 19 inch alloy sport, and two wing badges Series 51, located behind the front wheel arches complete the look appropriate.
As a key still sporting the latest Continental Flying Spurs, including 51 series models now indicated by distinctive blue brake calipers and front fender vents style by the head of the Bentley design Raul Pires outside. These valves thin, located behind the front wheel arches, is inserted into a wing panel and a single smoothed mesh black or chrome finish.

Advanced and intuitive touch-screen infotainment


All 2012 model year Bentley Continental Flying Spur and Super Sport Coupe and Convertible now feature a new highly advanced touch screen that provides maps infotainment rich imagery and a 30 GB hard drive built.

8-inch screen car audio system, telephone, guide and comfort options and the latest navigation system, which uses the car as hard drive and a DVD player to use the information path. It makes use of dynamic navigation to avoid the heavy traffic in some places, looking for items with a geo-tagged photos on the SD card and is a Google Maps compatible with most of the market.



The infotainment system with 7-digit postal entry, touch controls, and combines classic Bentley knurled rotary switches for ease of use provide immediate and clear comments. The graphical interface of the screen has been specified by the Bentley design team to ensure your graphics inside are quite consistent with the classic, handcrafted interior. The "striated" changes the display, for example, are "virtual" eco striated texture like a jewel rotary switches below.

The last Continental Flying Spur and Super Sport models also benefit from the connectivity of phone and music player, digital television (if possible) and playback of DVD movies. Music can be played and controlled directly from an iPod and a six-CD player, SD card or directly from the hard drive from the hard drive that can store up to 15 GB of music.
The new entertainment system is complemented by a panel of new driver information (DPI), located in the main panel. The new widescreen TFT DIP uses enhanced graphics and technology provide the driver with clear and easily accessible to a wide range of vehicle systems. These include the establishment of a lighthouse "come home" controls, door locks and mirror functions while providing a number of features significantly improved the correspondence control of the media Bluetooth phone connectivity.

2012 years The new Continental Flying Spur, Flying Spur and speed of the series 51 design options, the coupe and convertible Supersport 2012 on sale from March 2011.

Hybrid rally car banned for being too fast [video]



What has been called the “world’s greenest rally car” has been kicked out of its championship because it’s too fast. The gasoline-electric Honda Insight hybrid, which competes in Britain’s Formula 1000 rally championship, has been asked to withdraw following concerns from rival competitors that it has an unfair advantage, after dominating the 2011 series with two wins and a second place from the first three rounds.

The car, which uses a tuned gasoline-electric hybrid system to give it more power and better fuel efficiency, has been developed by the Oaktec team from Lancaster over a six-year period using the low-emission Honda car as a base. The developments of the green technology have been so successful that the eco-car, which can return 2.8 L/100 km when driven slowly, has blown away a field of conventional rally cars to gain a 19-point championship lead after just three rallies.

The championship organizers phoned the Oaktec team to request that it stand down from the series and compete the car in a higher class to appease rival competitors. The team has agreed to the demand and will now look to race in other classes.

“It was a bit of a shock when I got the call as, after six years of hard work ,we finally had our chance for a bit of glory,” says Oaktec boss Paul Andrews. “But I fully understand the perspective of the organizers and their wish not to spoil the sport for the other drivers. Formula 1000 is a great championship and they were really supportive by allowing us to compete with these new hybrid technologies in their rallies and we always agreed that if we had a clear advantage we would step aside.

“It’s a shame it had to happen mid-season, but it’s the risk you face in going against the grain and trying something radical. If it fails, no one notices; if it’s successful, you have an unfair advantage. I think our project has made people realize that there is a real future for genuinely green technologies in motorsport and other leisure activities.”

To prove the eco-credentials of the tuned Honda hybrid system, Oaktec entered the rally car in a fuel economy competition and returned 3.45 L/100 km, beating the next best car, a small diesel, by almost a litre per 100 km. It has regularly returned less than 2.8 L/100 km in testing and has ultra-low CO2 emissions, yet uses the same combination of efficient engine, batteries and electric motor to win rallies.

In addition, the car is unique in motorsport because it uses a continuously variable transmission developed by Bosch, who also sponsor the car.

OakTec Motorsport

MINI Inspired by Goodwood Priced at £41,000

MINI Inspired by Goodwood Specifications

Mini has come with a Special Edition car i.e, MINI Inspired by Goodwood, this model was unveiled at the Shanghai International Auto Show held in April.
The MINI Inspired by Goodwood combines Rolls Royce luxury with the Mini driving experience.
MINI Inspired by Goodwood is Priced at £41,000 (US $70,700). The production of Limited Edition Mini Inspired by Goodwood is 1000-Units.

The booking of Mini Inspired by Goodwood starts from Thursday and the first car will be delivered in Britain in March 2012.


The features of MINI Inspired by Goodwood
*High quality materials and craftsmanship.
*Roll Royce specific wood (Walnut Burr) on the dash board & door handle,cashmere roof linings,sun visors and rear storage tray, deep-pile lambwool foot mats and the exclusive Cornsilk color throughout the interior.
*Standard features Adaptive headlights,Park Distance Control, Automatic Air conditioning, Onborad computer,Satellite Navigation system and Audio system with satellite Radio.

The MINI Inspired by Goodwood is boosted with a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder twin-turbocharged engine with an output power of 184HP horsepower.

17" Inch multi spokes light weight alloy-wheels, Rolls Royce's Diamond Black metallic finish for the body of the Mini.

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Vintage Monark by Scott Wallenberg

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My first exposure to Motocross was in 1969. I was 13 years old. My Dad (Wally Wallenberg) owned a TV shop and traded an 8 track tape player for a Honda 50cc bike. He immediately rekindled a love affair with motorcycles that he had had back in the 40's before he was in WWII. It didn't take long to outgrow the Honda so he upgraded to a used 1966 Suzuki X-6 Hustler. My Dad's buddy Carroll Erskine was a TV shop customer of his and it turned out he also had a Honda 50 and soon after they became riding buddies.


Not long after my Dad got the Suzuki, Carroll bought a Honda 305 to try and keep pace with my Dad. We spent the summer going to watch the flat track races at Santa Fe Speedway southwest of Chicago in a suburb called Hinsdale. There we got to see all the great local riders from that era like Bart Markel, Roger Reiman and Neil Keen. Santa Fe also hosted a National and we got to see the National champs like Dick Mann and Mert Lawill.


Once a month was TT night and there (aside from the movie The Great Escape) was my first exposure to watching a motorcycle jump, Oh I loved to watch that! I mowed lawns and earned the $75 price for my own Honda 50 as well. I rode that bike everyday in our tiny yard in the city pretending I was racing at Santa Fe... Read more


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Bentley Mulsanne (2011)



Paying tribute to Bentley spent most, the memory for the new model for Bentley Mulsanne and teams of engineers was to create a Bentley that represents the pinnacle of British luxury cars.

The new Bentley Mulsanne, designed and built at Crewe from the ground up, confirms plans to create a brand new flagship Bentley with refined performance, new levels of interior luxury and skills development coach in the front.

The return of the name emphasizes the sporting heritage of the Bentley Mulsanne and the passion for power and speed. Nothing better reflects the achievements that the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans, a race that Bentley has won six times in his race car sound powerful and reliable long straight at Le Mans on the famous Mulsanne corner, from which the new model has name.

A pure expression of Bentley design

Design of the new Bentley Mulsanne is a unique combination of sportiness, elegance and solidity of the coachbuilt. Echo Bentley S-type 1950, Mulsanne features a bold design on the front is dominated by a traditional grid matrix Bentley and very prominent, the classic round headlights chrome surrounds the interior, flanked by two smaller clusters lamp board, each of which is the latest lighting technology. The legendary "Flying B, a radiator mascot disappeared, is available as an option.


A long hood, short front overhang and long rear overhang helps to convey a sense of power and business, strengthen the muscles of the thighs and the lines flow smoothly drawn heavily from the back of the front wings. The unique design 20-inch wheels (with optional 21-inch) to strengthen the Bentley Mulsanne powerful, sporty position.

Design Director Dirk van Braeckel explains the inspiration behind the distinctive look of the Bentley Mulsanne:. "The ability to design a new Bentley's flagship product is something that has given very little of the design team set out to create a sculptural form that mixes classical signal Bentley heritage with contemporary lines that fight mark of confidence in the 21st century. "

The body produces a new manufacturing facility in Bentley's headquarters in Crewe, where the traditional metallurgical expertise, developed over six decades, are still widely used during the nine weeks the construction process. It is the opposite of volume car production in the construction ... but the very embodiment of Bentley.

Mirrors, for example, completely enveloped the body. This offers a flowing, flawless line of the rear of the car, a perfect complement to become the D-pillar - with the complex curves can be created by a qualified body shop. All spot welds are made by hand during the Bentley Mulsanne, and the construction of all the panel joints are welded by hand. These continue to improve this "solid appearance cut 'and leads to a very rigid.

The complex form of aluminum front fenders, impossible to obtain a standard pressing techniques that have been created using superforming, technology usually reserved for the aerospace industry. This also makes the wings and a lighter, stiffer, and offers an excellent definition of the surface. Other lightweight materials such as composite tailgate, used to remove the mass as possible without compromising quality.

New techniques for construction designers may also include details such as the 'floating' LED tail lights elliptical, which identifies the echo of the shape of the exhaust gases.

To highlight the beauty of the body, features Bentley Mulsanne 'brightware "exclusively in polished stainless steel, including frames and trim mesh matrix. Bentley is the only manufacturer in the world to do that. The stainless steel door provides also save the traditional Bentley "knurling" on board surface for better grip, reflecting the attention on a typical detail.

The Bentley Mulsanne's sporty character is enhanced by front fender vents and large diameter exhaust finishers.

Bentley customers unlimited choice of the world, in connection with the machine. There are between 114 paint colors, which include everything from a legacy of unusual colors, special colors and pearlescent satin, and the duo-tone combinations. But the choice is endless. Through a measure of the world of Bentley Mulliner, the colors can only be exactly the same point of view of the customer, and taste.

Sumptuous interior meets technology

The latest car technology discreetly placed within generous Bentley Mulsanne. Multimedia system with 40 GB hard drive, satellite navigation, audio / video, personal data, phone and Bluetooth ® connectivity. The upper instrument panel houses the 8-inch multimedia monitor, discreetly positioned behind the electric door veneer, while sitting down in an elegant, leather-wrapped MP3 player with storage boxes.
State-of-the-art 14-speaker audio system with Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and 6-CD is standard on the other Naim Bentley premium audio system can be selected as an option. The forging of the two British luxury brands provides its customers with the world's most powerful 2200 watt car amplifier, eight dedicated DSP and 20 custom settings for the speaker, the incomparable sound quality.

A keyless entry system allows multiple configurations and automatically pre-programmed radio stations, phone, seat (including ventilation and massage modes, both front and rear), steering column and the parameters of the band and blinds, including electrical controls for the side rear seat and rear window. World premiere, the system works with the unlocked door handles in stainless steel, incorporating the points of contact to initiate communication with the key for verification and entry. The Bentley Mulsanne also has keyless start, that has a button start / stop in the center console.

Bentley interior design team has continued and developed the luxurious interiors, which are known for cars, which is based on extensive research to identify the signature of the characteristics that defined the classic Bentley in 1920 to the present day.

Armed with this valuable resource, the design team of the Bentley Mulsanne was very hard for the goals of the major hardware features such as interior design, odor, color and harmony at home. Similar goals have been set for the refinement and strength of all operating controls. The result is an interior hand made that fully reflects the traditional values ​​of Bentley, running on the highest possible level, where customers can customize their cars to individual specifications.

As head of interior design, says Robin ago: "More than 170 hours - nearly half of the entire construction process - a step in the creation of the interior of the new Bentley Mulsanne in Crewe, as Bentley to work the opposite of mass production - where we start. more drop. "

The use of wood and leather skins has increased significantly in the creation of a cabin even more refined and luxurious. While the characteristics of conventional design, as the bulls eye vents (also now mounted at the rear), high-quality mirror-matched veneers, leather and hand-finished stainless steel is preserved, they are mixed with new features such as beautiful glass switches.

The cabin is fully enclosed in a ring "reinforcement belt of wood a continuous panel of wood adorning Bentley Mulsanne edge. Needles dial reversed in the instrument cluster is reminiscent Bentley soon as the dashboard and comprehensive design the console is a subtle reminder of the reason Bentley wings.
Customers can choose from a wide range of high quality veneers, bleached and natural appearance, and inlay two choices: setting, contemporary crossbanding. True to the philosophy of Bentley, the customer can also opt for an almost infinite palette of leather and skins, including the 24 "standard" colors, including three new Bentley. This is an unprecedented choice of veneers, leather, leather and paint colors to ensure that the needs of all customers can be perfectly fitted.

After detailed customer feedback, a traditional tanning process has been restored to match the richness, the smell of worn leather is very reminiscent of vintage Bentley. Only a very small number of suppliers that are hidden in the world are able to do that.

The carpet in the Bentley Mulsanne Bentley is unique in its depth greater fiber density and feel the improvement in the quality of the cabin. Available in a variety of colors to complement each individual skin. Pure wool pile rugs Wilton deep tissue and added an extra touch of comfort and luxury.

These fine materials are made by craftsmen and women with 40 years experience. Each wheel, for example, can take 15 hours to deliver points (and three times longer if the customer chooses to cross stitch). Brightware lightweight stainless steel as well, thanks to an intensive course of 10 hours the finishing process. A sheet has two weeks to turn a raw lump in a complete set of mirror matching, highly polished leaves.

Bentley Continental Convertible Supersports (2011)



Bentley Continental Super Sport Cabriolet Bentley supercar large increases after the introduction of the Bentley Continental Coupe Super Sport in 2009. The new Super Sport convertible, with the same 630PS (621bhp/463kW) bi-turbo W12 convertible is the fastest and most powerful Bentley ever built, offering the ultimate driving experience in the Bentley convertible The most spectacular of the world.

Inspiration for the "Super Sport" is the name of the 1925 Bentley Supersports, race-prepared version of the legendary Bentley 3-liter, 85bhp, which delivered more than normal when cars were equipped with a modest 15bhp. It was also the first car to reach 100 mph - the highest performance in its time.

The new four-seat convertible Bentley Continental muscle Bentley Supersports is undoubtedly in its design and craftsmanship, but his dramatic reinterpretation interiorsignifies Bentley luxury. Raso carbon fiber, leather Soft-Grip 'Alcantara ™ and create a sporty and contemporary.

All models in the Continental range, including the new Bentley Continental Convertible Supersports are now able to use both gasoline (petrol) and E85 ethanol or a combination of the two, establishing the Bentley's ongoing commitment to make all cars of biofuels compliant by 2012. A pioneer in the Super Sports Coupe, FlexFuel technology offers a discount of up to 70 percent of well-to-wheel CO2 emissions' "basis, the net contribution of the fuel level in the atmosphere, not only for emissions drain.

To ensure you can smoothly, the fuel supply system on board detects the mixing ratio of fuel in the tank and ensures that the power and torque remain constant regardless of the ratio of gasoline to biofuels.

Bentley Chairman and Chief Executive Dr. Franz-Josef Paefgen welcomes the new addition to the range of Bentley, and standardization of flex-fuel engines in all models Continental W12 2011:


"The new Bentley Continental Convertible Supersports combines exciting performance and dramatic style with the luxury and comfort in the tradition of Bentley convertible. Extreme power combined with FlexFuel technology pioneer, is now shared with all Continental models, reflecting the Bentley's continued commitment to the environment more. "

Bentley Continental Super Sport Convertible - in detail

The new Bentley Continental Supersport Cabriolet is a car to be driven to be fully understood. Behind the wheel, it is obvious that Bentley Supersports is a "fusion of extremes" - the ultimate in performance, daily usage and craftsmanship unparalleled luxury.

Bentley Supersports program started, "under the radar", a project to explore the possibilities of weight reduction Continental GT Coupe, but more power and torque. Largely an experimental project as soon as encapsulated in the official program of the new car, driven by a passion and enthusiasm of a small group of engineers and designers of Bentley. Now Bentley Continental Convertible Supersports have the same attention and the results are equally dramatic. Dr. Ulrich Eichhorn, Member of the Board, Engineering, explains the philosophy behind the project:

"The" extreme "Bentley's stable now has a new occupant in the shape of the Bentley Continental Super Sport Convertible -. Resolved and a car as powerful as the coupe, but with the elegance of the car roof down "

A very focused, pure Bentley driving experience

With 630PS (621bhp) and 800nm ​​(£ 590 ft) of torque, its engine and pioneering a new FlexFuel "Quickshift" missionary, Bentley Continental Convertible Supersports is the fastest drop-top Bentley has ever built. Accelerates from 0-60mph 3.9 seconds (0-100 km / h in 4.2 seconds) and conditions permit, may continue on a top speed of 202 mph (325 km / h).

The increased power and torque transfer to four-wheel drive system through a quick review and six-speed transmission Quick Shift, more than half the travel time (for only 93 milliseconds) and maximizes the potential new convertible enormous. The gearbox has also revised the ability to deliver double downshifts (sixth to fourth gear, for example) and enhances acceleration in the speed range. To handle the power and torque, the planetary gear set of the ZF transmission is also enhanced.

Positive torque at debt reduction achieved by the engine and the interaction of electronic transmission controller for additional gas and fuel injection during the overrun. During gear changes up a gear, fuel and ignition cut time to give a fast switching time by limiting the mechanical couple also improve ride quality and durability.

Extreme Performance Super-door Bentley Continental Convertible is the exact counterpart, agile, while maintaining the best in its class and the ride comfort and refinement. Developed GTC Speed, chassis improvements are re-tune electronic Continuous Damping Control (CDC) system, stiffer suspension bushings front and rear anti-roll bar increased. Bentley Continental GTC Supersports Convertible shares the ride with speed, sits 10mm (0.4in) below the front and 15mm (0.6in) below the standard behind the CG.

The back of the front suspension of the lever has a redesigned hydraulic Bush, 33 percent stiffer than that of GTC Speed ​​improved steering response, while the reinforced rear stabilizer bar provides better body control and hand in response.

The system retuned CDC offers more control over body movement to find the best balance of agility and comfort in all the maneuvers of driving conditions. Agility is enhanced by a distribution of torque to the rear-biased 40:60 four-wheel drive system that reduces understeer in hard cornering and offers the experienced driver to modulate the line of the car and balance with the throttle accurate.

Alloy wheels forged 9.5Jx20 inches, shared with the Coupé Supersports offer a weight saving of 10 kg (22 lb) per vehicle, reducing unsprung mass and rotation, while opening 10 spoke cooling design provides superior brake. The rear wheels are 25 mm (1 inch) more than offset resulting in a 50 mm (2 inches) for increased rear track, others take advantage of handling and stability.

The lightweight wheels are fitted with 275/35 ZR 20 Pirelli Ultra High Performance tires, providing excellent steering performance. Adjustment of the standard system for monitoring tire allows the driver to select the type of tires and the parameters of speed range. And pressure monitoring, the system warns the driver if the speed is too high for the tire pressure or tire speed ratings are exceeded in the winter.

Bentley Continental Convertible Super Sport is an advanced electronic stability control (ESP), the intervention of moderate to low speeds, thanks to more powerful engine and improved chassis, improving driver interaction and control. New ESP also offers a faster re-tighten after surgery, when the driver better control of the spiritual. The sliding lens has increased by more than 90 percent of gas usage throughout the longitudinal traction available. Out of the turns, agility is a way to improve the driver to increase participation. Along with changes in the chassis, tire and track to achieve a better grip, turn, and agility.

The ceramic carbon brakes are standard installation and gives a reduction in the rotation and unsprung mass of 20 kg (44 lb) of the front axle for good steering response, traction and ride comfort . The large diameter (420mm front, 356mm rear) discs and eight-piston light offer performance brake fade with minimal distortion of the disc in high temperature conditions. Pedal feel is also improved with shorter trips, high efficiency and a precise point of pressure.

Dodge Avenger RT (2012)



The new 2012 Dodge Avenger R / T made its debut at the show show the automotive world of 2011 New York International Auto.

With V-6 fuel economy exceptional, the new Dodge Avenger sedan is ideal for customers who want an enthusiastic driving characteristics of a great value. With better suspension stiffened in class 283 hp engine, mounted in the center of the tachometer and performance within inspired and exterior design, the 2012 Dodge Avenger R / T ups the pleasure of driving.
"Dodge Avenger R / T makes driving mid-size car so fun, immersive experience," said Ralph Gilles, CEO, Dodge Brand - Chrysler Group LLC. "Avenger R / T offers the performance of design cues inside and out, as well as features unique driving and a sport suspension. And 'a vehicle that is ready to earn its stripes as part of the family Dodge performance vehicles. "

In 2011, Dodge introduced the new Dodge Avenger sedan medium. With more standard features than other vehicles in its segment - a completely new interior, new engines, one of Ward's "10 Best Engines" The best in its class 283 hp 3.6-liter V-engine Penta Star 6 mated to a six-speed automatic, a suspension significantly updated, resulting in exceptional driveability and an updated design - Dodge Avenger is a vehicle full of value and style all its own.

The new 2012 Dodge Avenger R / T model is based on all the improvements for the 2011 model provides customers with mid-size sedan driving experience with the attitude of Dodge.

Dodge engineers driving experience complete with Dodge Avenger R / T is the transmission of power and outstanding performance of the suspension. 2012 Dodge Avenger R / T is powered by a 3.6-liter V-6 engine Pentastar mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, which is the fuel economy EPA rating 29 mpg city and 19 mpg highway.

To remain faithful to the R / T Dodge DNA, the engineers tweaked the suspension specifically Avenger R / T model. Roll stiffness increased by 18 percent, and the forces of the spring in the front and 17 percent for more than 12 percent behind. Front strut damping rates have increased by 15 percent, compared to strut damping rates increased by almost 20 percent and rear stabilizer bar diameter is 2 mm wider, increased by 19 mm and 21 mm. Cancel Changes lead to spirit, a driving high-performance sedans. When the best-in-class 283 horsepower, and even 29 miles per gallon highway, the Dodge Avenger R / T that is unmatched in its class.

Dodge Avenger R / T model is unique outdoor, exterior style elements, including a unique body-color grille with the Dodge badge and threatened to light background black "war paint" R / T decal on the front quarter panel and unique 18-in. painted aluminum wheels. The show features complete the back of the vehicle with a spoiler and "R / T" badge.
The interior of 2012 Dodge Avenger R / T Sport Aunder fabric inserts with Z distinctive striped fabric, red stitching and leather-trimmed aggressive forces that keep drivers and passengers firmly in their seats when they tested Avenger . The front seats are heated and sports an "R / T" stitched in red graphic on the front headrests. Drivers will notice a cockpit, as opposed to other models Avenger. It has a unique gauge cluster with a tachometer mounted in the center with "R / T" SRT-inspired graphic and brake pedal. The steering wheel is wrapped in perforated leather with red accent stitching. Boston Acoustic system compliments the standard 276-watt entertainment center with touch screen, 30 gigabytes player. The excellent sound system and remote start are a few of the many standard features on the Dodge Avenger R / T model.

Dodge Avenger, a midsize sedan is a 2011 Insurance Institute Highway Safety Top Safety Pick, and a host of standard features and high-tech security designed to keep drivers associated with their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. Standard safety features have developed multi-stage front airbags, front seat side airbags, electronic stability control system with electronically controlled four-wheel anti-lock brakes, side curtain airbags supplement and the child seat LATCH anchoring system.


For 2011, the Dodge Avenger sedan available in four different configurations, and a five-year powertrain warranty 100,000 mile. The Avenger Express, Main Street Avenger Avenger Avenger and heat Lux is available in Dodge dealerships now. In 2012, Dodge Avenger R / T models begin arriving in dealerships in the third quarter of 2011.

Longhorn Dodge Ram Laramie (2011)



Chrysler Group has presented the most luxurious ever produced by the firm of Ram Truck. Named after the Longhorn Ram Laramie Edition Ram assembly of well-equipped model is designed for the owner, who needs a truck for work or play, but do not settle for anything but the best quality and refinement.

In and out, Laramie Longhorn is packed with remarkable.

"The Ram Laramie Longhorn version will share a driveway with some beautiful luxury car," said Fred Diaz, President and CEO - Brand Ram trucks, Chrysler LLC. "The only difference is the Ram Laramie Longhorn version becomes the vehicle with full-time employment -. horse trailer towing, the crew for the game, picking up supplies, it is ready to go from bad to town. "

Longhorn Truck Ram Laramie officials revealed in the heart of truck country means the State Fair of Texas.


"We took evidence Ram Laramie Longhorn design from hand-traditional, time-tested products, such as antique pocket watch, a nice pair of hand indexed cowboy boots, leather shotgun as a collector or a saddle of a rider, "said Ryan Nagoda, head of program design." Work the metal and leather is second to none. "

Outside

Ram Laramie Longhorn edition models is commemorated with a distinctive exterior badges prominently western style. A metal plate with chrome Laramie Longhorn Edition painted details is mounted on the tailgate, while the capture of a specific model (1500, 2500 or 3500) Longhorn Laramie editing cards adorn the doors.

Laramie Longhorn version is available in five colors, including an exclusive Sagebrush gold processing with white paint exterior available in other Ram models. Matching lower body in white gold two-tone wheel flares, front and rear painted Mopar running boards add a bright chrome grille and painted tow hooks. Other colors are bright white Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl, Brown Pearl robust or Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl. All Laramie Longhorn Edition trucks are paired with the unique white gold color accents.

The Ram 1500 Laramie Longhorn version is equipped with 20-inch wheels chromed aluminum, while 2500 and 3500 models drive single rear wheel drive on polished aluminum wheels. Ram 3500 Dualla get polished aluminum wheels with caps Longhorn Laramie Center Edition badges.

Inside


Longhorn Ram Laramie Edition also has an unmatched refinement inside. Based on the award-winning interior Ram 1500 Ram 2500/3500 Heavy truck service, truck breaks stereotypes Laramie Longhorn.

Console

The Ram Laramie Longhorn cavernous center console stack is topped by a soft, double stitched French leather with full coverage is a brand (red) or laser engraved (bark brown) Laramie Longhorn logo.

Highlight the color behind the center console to flow along the outer edges of the center console. Ben said a chrome ring and center console cup holder.

Wheels and controllers

Flying Ram Laramie Longhorn and levers - the console installed in 1500, the column installed in 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty models - feature premium leather. Correspond to the X-stitch detail at the steering wheel and gear lever.



The leather gear lever on the console models are brand new in 1500, boosted by signs of mole the silver side and a base of shiny chrome. The handle of the column of leather on Duty models end with a chrome tip heavy.

Doors

Up armrests are wrapped in premium leather and accented with the same mesh used in the French double center console cover and the board. Grain walnut carved panels by chromium tracer added to the call of the four doors "video.

Longhorn editions Ram Laramie receives a remote lighting inside the door handles and a light that illuminates the entire length of the truck multifunction pockets bottom, front and rear.

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Longhorn Laramie comes with all standard equipment on the Ram Laramie level and adds a navigation radio, remote start, rearview camera, ventilated front seats and rear heated seats. Power-adjustable pedals with memory, heated front seats and adjustable 10 ways of driving - standard on Ram 1500 Laramie - also added to the editions Laramie Ram Heavy Duty Longhorn.

"Ram Truck owners and dealers tell us they love everything about the new Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500," Diaz said. "With so many duties, they were surprised to see our most well-equipped - Ram Laramie -. 25 percent of our business is not a healthy market for luxury SUVs and Ram Laramie Longhorn Edition hits the mark."

Ram Laramie Longhorn will be available in 1500 (half ton) 2500 HD (3 / 4 ton) and 3500 HD single and dual rear wheels (1 ton), Cab and Mega Cab four-wheel drive and two wheel drive, and maps and long wheelbase models. Laramie Longhorn will join other trim levels which include Ram ST, SLT, Outdoorsman, Sports (1500 only) and Power Wagon Laramie (2500 only).

Dodge Durango RT (2011) [Reviews]



The new 2011 Dodge Durango SUV has a controller that provides on-road performance capabilities and handling characteristics combined with the flexibility of an SUV with three rows of seats. Independent suspension on all combined with a nearly 50/50 weight distribution and 25 percent stiffer platform sends a strong driving sensation that is usually much more expensive SUV. Taking it to another level, it also offers a Dodge Durango R / T 2011 model is ready to be slow on the curves with an unexpected driving dynamics.

This version has a performance suspension tuning of a single leveling rear bumper, performance management to improve the response, a tuned exhaust system, wheels 20 inch wheels with all-season performance (also available are three stations, high-performance tires for traction and response even higher), the ride height 20 mm lower and a modern sport that keeps it inside the seat, which adds another level dynamic capability.

The legendary 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine with fuel-saving mode and variable valve timing is on Dodge Durango R / T hood. It delivers 360 hp (268 kW) and 390 lb.-ft. of torque (520 N • m) at 4250 rpm. The HEMI help with a best-in-class towing capacity 7400 pounds. EPA fuel economy mpg (city / highway) is 14/20 for the model of the rear wheel drive and 13/20 for all-wheel drive model, which includes a transfer case with two speeds.

The external Dodge Durango R / T has a unique fascia with fog lamps, color-keyed Grille with a textured black and discharge Xenon High Intensity Discharge (HID). For a more monochromatic, the R / T is also equipped with a body kit vehicle color, from the lips of the wheel, light bar and rear bumper features two chromed tailpipes. In addition, the Durango R / T offers a unique "Redline Red" exterior paint color.

Dodge Durango R / T interior includes modern digital Suede for seven passengers and the "R / T" embroidered front sport seats with red stitching accents on the seats, console lid and door trim armrests. The driver seat with four-way electric lumbar adjustment. Owners will hold a steering wheel and leather wrapped shift knob. In addition, owners of R / T have a sound system 506 watt 10-speaker Alpine including a subwoofer. The electronics include a 30 GB hard drive, radio, remote start, hitch, UConnect ® with Voice Control and passive input with push-button start. Available features include leather seats, blind spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, collision warning and before shipping.

Although the package is based R / T style through the performance and handling, the new ability to keep Durango SUV with room for seven passengers and 84.5 cubic feet of cargo space.

Arriving in dealerships in spring 2011 U.S., R / T model is especially attractive to customers who have implemented a performance sedan, but need flexibility and functionality of a minivan and are looking for a vehicle with a handling upper and agility. R / T is the extreme versatility meet performance and attitude.

The 2011 Dodge Durango R / T model has a starting MSRP of U.S. $ 35,465 (Excluding destination 850 million).
Dodge Durango R / T is available in seven colors of paint: brilliant silver metallic clear, the BlackBerry Pearl Coat, Brilliant Black Crystal Coat Light, Dark Charcoal Pearl Coat, mineral gray metallic coat, Redline Red Pearl Coat and Stone White Clear Coat.

The 2011 Dodge Durango is built at the Jefferson North plant in Detroit Assembly.

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

FIA OK new 1.6-litre V6 engine plans to be introduced in 2014


Formula 1 will officially switch to a 1.6-litre V6 engine format from 2014 after proposals finalised by the sport's stakeholders during last weekend's European Grand Prix were rubber-stamped by the FIA's World Motorsport Council on Wednesday.

According to a statement from the sport's governing body, WMSC members agreed in a fax vote to formalise the new turbo-charged engines, which will feature energy recovery units.

The statement read: "Following a fax vote by its members, the World Motor Sport Council has ratified the engine regulations recently drawn up in consultation with the main stakeholders in Formula One.

"The new power plant will be a V6 1.6 turbo unit with energy recovery systems. This new formula will come into effect as from the start of the 2014 FIA Formula One World Championship season."

F1's teams and the FIA were in deadlock over the engine situation for several weeks until agreement was reached during a Formula 1 Commission meeting prior to the European Grand Prix weekend to delay introducing the regulations by a year to 2014.

The new plans also featured a change in the format from a four cylinder engine to a six cylinder unit - Ferrari having been against the former on marketing grounds. Mercedes and Cosworth had also voiced concerns about development costs. F1 technical chiefs then met in Valencia to give their formal backing to the V6, 1.6-litre plan.

The teams indicated after the Valencia gathering that they would ask for a rise in the proposed rev limit of 12,000rpm to 15,000rpm. It remains unclear whether this was included in the ratified plans. Similarly it is not known whether a request to delay the introduction of new chassis rules set for 2013 - to coincide with the new engine plan - has been successful.

Audi R8 V8 Limited Edition for UK market

Audi R8 V8 Limited Edition Specification

Audi's celebration on 10th Victory at Le Mans 24 hours, and Audi has also confirmed the Audi R8 Limited Edition for the UK market. The production of Audi R8 Limited Edition is 100-Units and it is only for UK. The R8 limited edition is built with Ultra-lightweight aluminum ad magnesium Audi Space Fame and quattro permanent all-wheel-drive (AWD) technology.
PRICE tag of Audi R8 Limited Edition : Starts from £93,935 (US$150,647) in UK [available to order next month]

Audi R8 Limited Edition is boosted with a 4.2-liter V8 FSI engine witha an output power of 414HP horsepower, at 8250rpm of torque.

Transmission system
: Manual and R Tronic automated manual models.
Acceleration :
0 - 60mph [100km/h] : In just 4.6 seconds.
And the top speed of Audi R8 Limited Edition is 187mph (301 km/h)

Interior features of Audi R8 Limited Edition : Red accent on the Black Fine Nappa Leather upholstered seats and headrest with contrasting red stitching. the flat-bottomed, leather covered multifunction steering wheel and instrument panel also features red stitching. Keen pads and passenger door handle are finished in red leather,and the floor mats have red surround and special limited edition R8 logo.

Exterior Features of Audi R8 Limited Edition Includes : Bespoke titanium effect paintwork, 19" Inch 5-arm double -spokes Y-design alloy wheels in Titanium finish, red brake callpiers.
The Audi R8 limited edition includes satellite navigation, Audi Music Interface, Interior light package and a Bang and Olusfen sound system with mobile phone preparation care of Bluetooth interface system with integrated seat belt microphone.

Optional Packages : Carbon Package add carbon sigma side-blades,door mirror,monoposto,inlays and door sill trims. The illuminated engine bay will also be framed with the carbon fiber, highlighting the V8 engine which can be viewed through the rear window.

PRICE tag of Audi R8 Limited Edition : Starts from £93,935 (US$150,647) in UK.
[available to order next month]

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Peugeot Limited Edition RCZ Asphalt for UK

Peugeot Limited Edition RCZ Asphalt for UK (Specification)

The Peugeot come with new limited Edition Peugeot RCZ Asphalt car for UK, the production of Peugeot Limited Edition RCZ Asphalt is only 75 units and it is only made available for only for the UK.
This Peugeot Limited Edition RCZ Asphalt is boosted with a 1.6-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with an output power of 200HP horsepower and a 240Nm [180 lb-ft] of torque.

Interior features includes :
The Interior of peugeot added 'Asphalt' brand and stitched Napped leather trim, an Alcantara leather steering wheel and gear stick, Bespoke 'Asphalt' sill covers and floor mats.
Comfort and Convenience Features Includes :
Electric and heated front seats, Variable rate power assisted steering, Cruise control and speed limiter system, Front and rear parking aids, Electric front windows with anti pinch feature, Electric operated folding and heated door mirrors, Alignment of door mirrors when reversing, Automatic headlights and wipers, Automatic 'follow me home' lighting, Interior ambiance lighting(door sills and foot wells), Courtesy apporch lighting,,Electrochrom rear view mirror, Automatic dual zone air conditioning system, Adjustable steering wheel,JBL sound System.

Exterior features includes :
Unique number 1 of 200
19" Inch Sortilege alloy wheels in matt onyx black
Carbon panel roof - black
Carbon wing mirror cover
Smoked chrome roof arches
Front grill painted in black
Chrome twin exhaust tip-pipe

Transmission System : 6-Speed Manual Transmission System.

Price Tag of Peugeot Limited Edition RCZ Asphalt in UK : £29,995 (equal to US$47,840 & €33,540)

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Peugeot Limited Edition RCZ Asphalt 19"Inch Alloy-wheels

Peugeot Limited Edition RCZ Asphalt Sill Guard

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