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.

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.