Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Honda Jazz: Honda's Small Car to roll out in India Soon
Honda has been toying with the idea of launching its small car model in India, which is the largest small car market in the world. Now the company looks serious to put its plans into action by introducing Jazz or Fit as it is called in some of the overseas markets. The company has also been encouraged by the lower excise duty on the small cars in the country and has finally decided to introduce its small cars which sports trendy looks and packs plenty of power.
Under the Hood:
The Honda manufacturing unit in Greater Noida in Delhi will roll out three different variants of Honda Jazz. These variants will be GLi, VTi and the fully loaded VTi-S. The model features at the Auto Expo 2008 sported a 1200cc VTEC engine. The car has a uni-body construction that includes MacPherson Struts upfront and a torsion beam suspension layout at the rear. The Indian version of Jazz will have electric power steering, 14 inch wheels with an option of 15 inch wheels along with a front stabilizer bar. The overseas models of Jazz are powered with 1.5L VTEC engines; the Indian version is expected to have a smaller engine as shown during the Auto Expo but shall deliver equally dutiful performance. The company may also introduce the 1.4L VTEC petrol engine model capable of producing 100PS of power.
Appearance:
The new Jazz Indian version will have a similar dashboard as Honda Civic but without a digital speedometer. It may be lacking in steering mounted controls. However, the company does not compromise on quality and strives to deliver the best ergonomically designed model. Interiors of the car are packed with lots of cubby holes and storage areas. Interiors of the car and their comforts have already been acclaimed many times over by the international press and car lovers. Interior space is quite impressive and the seats can be folded or rolled over to increase the loading capacity of the car.
Apart from stylish and comfortable interiors the car portrays a sleek hatchback model with similar looks as Hyundai Getz. It is a premium model that will definitely pose a threat to its contemporaries.
Additional Features:
Mileage of the car will be revealed only upon the launch. SIAM has also made it mandatory for the auto makers to officially declare the mileage for all the models in their product portfolio. The Indian version of Jazz will come equipped with braking system (abs), dual front airbags, dual side airbags, electronic brake force distribution (EBD), front and rear disc brakes, emergency brake assist which enhances the safety during drive.
Honda Jazz: Honda Small Cars Exterior & Interior Photos:
Content Source: cartradeindia.com
Cadillac WTF - the world’s second nuclear-powered car
Cadillac WTF use thorium: to act as a nuclear fuel powering batteries. Cadillac WTF has been created to last for 100 years without maintenance. Featuring 24 wheels, each corner lays home to six individual wheels side by side with their own power source. Every 5 years they would need to be adjusted, but never replaced or added.
Mobil Lotus Berbahan Bakar Nuklir
You cannot go near any form of printed word, programme or discussion without having a barrage of numbers forced upon you relating to everything from the amount of CO2 an ant produces when it breaks wind, to the percentage of people in the world who regularly hold their breath to help do their bit.
Lanjut
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Ayo masuk di klub mobil "Timor" Indonesia
Adalah suatu kehormatan bagi kami apabila Om dan Tante bisa bergabung bersama "Keluarga Besar timor-er Parijz Van Java" untuk menjadi keluarga besar kami
Klik di sini infonya dan di sini.
Nostalgia Mobil Timor Buatan Indonesia
Timor adalah merek mobil yang dijual Indonesia pada pertengahan tahun 1990, yang mana merupakan versi yang sama dengan merek mobil dari Korea Selatan, Kia Sephia. Mobil ini dimaksudkan sebagai mobil nasional Indonesia, seperti Proton di negara Malaysia. Karenanya, mobil merk Timor dibebaskan dari pajak-pajak dan bea lainnya yang biasa dikenakan pada mobil-mobil lain yang dijual di Indonesia.
Ketika Toyota Bukan Lagi Buatan Jepang
Hidup Indonesia, PT KANZEN Mau Buat Mobil Dalam Negeri
Semoga jaringan pemasaran dan servisnya kali ini lebih baik, kemudian semoga bank2 pemerintah bersedia membantu pendanaan, pejabat pemerintah menggunakan mobil tsb untuk ke tempat kerja, dsb.
Bayangkan jika di Indonesia pasaran kendaraan bermotor 1 juta, maka jika harga mobil umumnya Rp 100 juta, dengan memakai mobil GEA seharga Rp 50 juta bisa dihemat uang Rp 50 trilyun/tahun. Belum lagi biaya bensin yg 2 kali lebih irit.
Monday, April 27, 2009
New Racer Ferrari 330P3
RCR G1 - 330P3 - Monza 1000kms 1966 - Surtees / Parkes
This model with stock code G1, will be produced in just 150 numbered pieces
certified with a photoetched tag on baseplate.
TVS Apache RTR 180cc Bike 'Menace' to Hit Indian Roads Soon
TVS Apache RTR 180cc bike will be in the sporty look as of the 3rd generation TVS Apache RTR 160cc, 0-60 km/hour timings, and digital speedometer with top speed.
Features of the TVS Apache RTR 180cc bike include:
- Petal-shaped disc brakes
- Bigger RTR sticker on the tank scoops
- Naked chain cover
- LED tail lamps
- Clip on handlebar
- White back light for the speedometer
- Service and battery indicator
- Feature to test the top speed and 0 - 60kmph timing on the digital display
- RTR 180 logo near the clip-on’s
- Wider 110/80-17 rear tyre
Design:
The bike will retain the basic lines of the current RTR, retaining the basic look of a naked sports bike. But with no front scoop this time. And for a good reason too, the front is now going to house a semi-full faring that will expose part of the engine and give it that naked bike look too.
The bike will have a digital speedometer with top speed, 0-60 timer, trips, and other extra functionality plus stunning looks.
Ride and Handling:
The current RTR handles like a charm with loads of feedback from both the front and rear end. TVS won’t make a mistake in the handling department, although the company is looking to keep the setup to a slightly sportier side. With front and rear disk brakes and a proposed mono-shock we have a new dream bike in development here.
Rumours are that TVS might be going overboard with the weight distribution and balancing and we might have a surprise exhaust this time.
Engine Specifications:
- Displacement: 180cc
- Engine: 4 Stroke, EFi
- Maximum Power: 17.3 Bhp
- Maximum Torque: 16.5
- Gears: 5 Speed
- Clutch: Wet, Multi Plate
- Bore: 0
- Stroke: 0
- Engine Block Material: Iron Block
- Chassis Type: Double Cradle
- Cooling Type: Air Cooling
Dimensions:
- Length: 2020.00 mm
- Width: 730.00 mm
- Height: 1100.00 mm
- Weight: 140.00 kg
- Ground Clearance: 180.00 mm
- Fuel Tank: 16.00 ltrs
- Wheelbase: 1300.00 mm
- Headlamp: 12V 35/35W Halogen HS1, Clear lens with MFR
- Wheel Type: Mag Alloys
- Tubeless: True
- Colors: Yellow, Matt Grey & Red
Expected Price:
75,000 to 1,00,000
Expected Launch:
May 2009
TVS Apache RTR 180cc Bike 'Menace' Photos - (Same As 160cc) :
Slot MiniAuto Issue #55
SLOT MINIAUTO 55 – MAY
The new Lancia Delta S4 of Scx is the cover protagonist of SlotMiniAuto in May. On the inside you can find the track tests of the new Racer Alfa Romeo 33 / 3, the Jim Hall Chevrolet Camaro Chaparral by Scalextric, the Aston Martin DB3S Coupé of MMK and a test for the Ninco Lightning Acura LMP. Also, for Le Mans race fans, the Porsche 914-6 participating in early 1970 editions.
You can also read the presentation of the new SCX Nascar Pro, new japanese GSlot models, Honda and Toyota, the Mazda 787B of French Le Mans Miniatures, and the Vaillante VS61 of Proto Slot Kit, based on Jean Graton’s Michel Vaillant stories.
(More information on www.revistasprofesionales.com)
SLOT MINIAUTO 55 - MAYO
El nuevo Lancia Delta S4 de Scalextric es el protagonista destacado de la portada de SlotMiniAuto del mes de mayo. En el interior se pueden encontrar las pruebas en pista de los nuevos Alfa Romeo 33/3 de Racer, el Chevrolet Camaro de Jim Hall reproducido por Superslot, el Aston Martin DB3S Coupé de MMK y una toma de contacto del Acura LMP Lightning de Ninco. También, para los amantes de Le Mans, los Porsche 914-6 que participaron en las ediciones del 70 y 71.
Además se puede leer la presentación de los nuevos Nascar Pro de SCX, los nuevos modelos de GSlot, el Mazda 787B de Le Mans Miniatures, y del Vaillante VS61 de Proto Slot Kit.
(Más información en www.revistasprofesionales.com)
550hp Chevrolet Matiz
Using the Matiz as a base, Fourdin and his team installed a 7.0-litre V8 straight out of a Corvette Z06. It makes 550hp (404kW) to blast the Matiz from 0 - 100km/h in a swift 3.7 seconds. The 0 - 200km/h time is 10.94 seconds while terminal velocity is 260km/h (162mph).
No details on its track performance were released so there's no telling how it takes to corners, bar a glimpse of it taking that long curve on the video. The car was finished in August 2008 and is currently being shown at the International Racing Show Liège in Belgium.
Hartge Reveals BMW M3 Aerodynamic kit
Listed are a front spoiler lip, carbon add-ons for the front spoiler lip, and side sills for both right and left rear. This applies to both the coupe (codename E92) and convertible (E93). A rear diffuser and a lip for the boot lid are also offered but only for the M3 sedan and coupe, not for the convertible. The exterior side mirrors get a set of carbon casings. Side profile pictures are not available at this point.
The current BMW M3 comes only in three body types; a coupe, a convertible and a sedan. There's no word on a Touring wagon version. It uses a naturally aspirated 4.0-litre V8 engine to produce 420hp (309kW) and 400Nm of torque.
Mazda RE-Amemiya Genki 7
The Genki7 is built from an RX-7 and it apparently features an engine tuned by long-time RE Amemiya collaborator GReddy. No numbers were tossed alongside the pictures apart from the claim that the engine will help the Genki7 "leave everyone behind".
UK Garage Presents Lotus Extrema
Beginning with engine, buyers are spoiled for choice as they wade through a list that comprises exclusively of GM powerplants. At the entry point is a 2.6-litre with 360hp (265kW) followed by a 2.8-litre making 450hp (331kW) or a 560hp (412kW) 3.4-litre version. All three use a PowerTech V8 engine weighing 95kg. With this engine total vehicle mass does not exceed 750kg.
Moving to the next menu is GM's 2.8-litre V6 turbo that either produces 300hp (221kW) or 350hp (257kW). With this mill fitted the car goes up to 850kg in weight which is still very light. Up the performance ladder is where things get more interesting. UK Garage offers potential customers a register comprised of Chevrolet and Corvette powerplants that will be fitted into their Extremas. Again starting from the bottom there are two Chevrolet LS3s making either 420hp (309kW) or 500hp (368kW) each. At this level weight goes up a notch to about 970kg.
Those who long for absolute Extrema grunt, the 513hp (377kW) LS7 or the LS9 found in a Corvette ZR1 with 647hp (476kW) can be selected. This time vehicle mass reaches 1,000kg. This particular combination allows the Extrema to reach 100km/h from standstill in 2.8 seconds, 0 - 200km/h in 7 seconds and top off at 320km/h. Gearshifts are taken care of courtesy of either a manual or a sequential transmission system.
The Extrema has an aluminium chassis, and buyers can have either fiberglass or a kevlar-carbon composite body fitted. The body has been lengthened by some 20cm to accommodate these big engines. It has also been widened for the bigger tyres and equipped with an adjustable suspension system.
All this comes at a price of €66,000 including taxes for the baseline model while road-legal conversions can be made at extra cost.