2011:Dodge Charger

 

Dodge has just released these first photos of the 2011 Charger sedan.
In a full release, Dodge says the 2011 Dodge Charger “will rev up showrooms during the fourth quarter of 2010.”
Earlier this year, Chrysler began trickling out some images of its revamped 2011 lineup, including the 2011 Jeep Wrangler, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country, and the upcoming Fiat 500 Sport.
Today’s release confirmed the Charger’s heavily revised sheetmetal is a return of sorts to the flowing lines of some of Dodge’s sedans from the 1990s–with hints of the Charger’s Sixties ancestors, Chrysler says. In the release, the Charger’s interior is played up as a “seamless” and “highly detailed” environment, though no official photos of the dash were released.
Among the details: Dodge says the new Charger’s taillights are composed of 164 LED lamps.
Dodge also confirms its new V-6 engine will appear in the new sedan, along with the HEMI V-8: “The 2011 Dodge Charger SE and Charger Rallye feature a new 3.6-liter Pentastar engine. The legendary 5.7-liter HEMI™ V-8 engine with four-cylinder mode FuelSaver Technology also is included in the new Dodge Charger R/T lineup.”
All-wheel drive makes a return in some models, and a new transfer case improves its fuel mileage by 5 percent, Chrysler adds.
New features on the Charger will include Bluetooth-driven in-car functions; Sirius TravelLink; keyless entry and pushbutton start; upgraded stability control; active cruise control; blind-spot monitors; and a rearview camera.
Article Source: motorauthority.com

NEW 2011 JAGUAR XJ

 

The All New 2011 Jaguar XJ delivers a driving experience that is just as memorable as the car’s sleek and alluring appearance, combining responsive, sporting dynamics with the luxurious drive expected from a Jaguar.

ALL-NEW JAGUAR AT-A-GLANCE:
- As the company’s ultimate four-door flagship, the All New XJ extends the appeal of the legendary XJ line to a new generation of customers.
- The All New XJ will be available in Canada with a choice of three engines – a 5.0 litre 385hp naturally aspirated V8, 5.0 litre 470hp supercharged V8 and a 5.0 litre 510hp supercharged V8. In naturally-aspirated form, the XJ develops 380 lb. ft. of torque. The supercharged versions develop 424 lb. ft. and 461 lb. ft. of torque, respectively.
- The new XJ features both standard and long wheelbase models. The long wheelbase offers an even more sumptuous and refined environment for rear-seat passengers with an additional five inches of legroom while the XJ’s largest-in-class trunk features power opening and closing for convenient access to the 521 litres storage space (without alloy space saver spare wheel).
- The new Jaguar XJ is constructed using Jaguar’s aerospace-inspired aluminum body technology, which makes the XJ at least 136 kilograms lighter than its rivals; providing benefits to performance, handling and fuel economy, while delivering increased strength, refinement and safety.· Key driver aids on the new XJ include Adaptive Dynamics (continuously variable damping), Active Differential Control (available only on Supercharged and Supersport), and Sequential Shift System for manual gear selection, with shift paddles mounted behind the steering wheel and quick-ratio power steering.
- The new XJ comes standard with a CD/DVD player, HD radio, and a SIRIUS™ satellite radio receiver. In addition, the Media Hub provides flexible connectivity through two USB ports, Bluetooth® audio streaming and an auxiliary input, which allow the user to connect with iPods®, iPhones™, laptops and Blackberrys®.
- A 12.3-inch high-definition screen, which uses sophisticated – and beautifully detailed – Virtual InstrumentsTM, provides all of the functions performed by traditional dials.
- A panoramic glass roof is an integral part of the All New XJ’s design, enabling the car to have a lower, more streamlined roofline, while dramatically enhancing the feeling of light and space inside.
The All New Jaguar XJ, will include:
- 5.0-litre naturally aspirated XJ and XJL (385hp) with a $88, and $95,5 MSRP,     respectively
- 5.0-litre XJL Supercharged (470hp) with $107MSRP
- 5.0-litre XJ and XJL Supersport (510hp) with a $130,5 and $133,5 MSRP, respectively

2011: Nissan Juke

Nissan Juke (2011)

Nissan Juke (2011)

Nissan Juke (2011)

Nissan Juke (2011)

Nissan Juke (2011)

Nissan Juke is set to change the urban landscape... for the third time. Following in the wheeltracks of the Murano large crossover and then the successful Qashqai - the car that three years ago introduced the concept of a crossover as an alternative to the traditional C-segment hatchback - comes its younger brother, the Nissan Juke.

Designed to bring a breath of fresh air to the B-segment, Nissan Juke is a distinctive combination of SUV toughness and sporting style. Conceived to inject some masculinity and dynamism into the small car market, Nissan Juke combines a number of seeming contradictions beneath its highly individual lines.

"It takes the best elements of an SUV and sports car and combines them," says Pierre Loing, Vice President, Product Planning, Nissan Europe. "It's roomy yet compact, robust yet dynamic and practical yet playful. These are qualities that seem to contradict each other, yet come together in Nissan Juke to create something that's genuinely unique.

 

Fiat Idea

Fiat Idea (2011)

Fiat Idea (2011)

The successful Fiat Idea gains novelties of importance to become even more competitive. Among them, new exterior design, new E.torQ engines, an updated range of versions and more technology.

Fiat Idea's new design, developed in Brazil by the Centro Estilo Fiat [Fiat Style Center] for Latin America, gives the model a more sophisticated tone, with matching lines and with well defined planes limited by grooves. At the rear, new LED tail lights - Fiat Idea is the first national automobile to offer this technology. They accentuate the model's strong identity, endowing it a unique look.

The new Idea's interior offers even more driving comfort, first class finish and generous and very well-used space. With flat back floor and three seats defined with headrests, it transports five people comfortably.

The new Fiat Idea now offers the new family of E.torQ engines, 1.6 16V and 1.8 16V, developed by the engineering department of FPT - Powertrain Technologies. Flex-fuel (runs at any mix of ethanol and gasoline) and with 16 valves, these cutting-edge engines bring together performance, economy and low emission and noise level, besides reliability and durability. They are manufactured at the recently inaugurated engine plant in Campo Largo, Paraná.

Lexus LFA White Innovation and Efficiency

 

Lexus will offer a limited edition Nürburgring Package to LFA customers for 2012. This Nürburgring Package is limited to only 50 units out of the 500 LFA hand-assembled for global distribution. According to said Mark Templin, Lexus Division group vice president and general manager, Nürburgring Package builds on the track-ready Lexus supercar with styling cues from the 24 Hours of Nürburgring prototype LFA racecar.

The 2012 LFA Nürburgring Package will introduce a sport-tuned suspension, exclusive black mesh-type wheels and dedicated high-grip tires for better handling, as well as a larger front spoiler and fixed rear wing for improved high speed down force. The 4.8L V10 engine for Nürburgring Package equipped LFA’s will produce 562 horsepower, 10 more horsepower than the standard high-performance LFA. The gear-shift time has been reduced by 0.05 seconds to only 0.15 seconds for even faster gear changes.

Hyundai Veloster

 

Veloster newest generation was developed  with FS code using the platform of the Hyundai Cee'd front wheel. Using a standard Type 1 600 cc direct-injection  engine  that powered 138 horsepower. Another type 2,500 cc engine powered 205 horsepower. Coupe car made by Hyundai Motors Corporation  is using a dual-clutch transmission  with six levels of acceleration. South Korean manufacturer's claim that thanks to newer transmission  fuel consumption could save 5-7 persen.Hyundai mention products that would compete with the Renault Megane and Volkswagen Scirocco.

Toyota FT-86

Mobil sport hasil kolaborasi Toyota Motors Corporation (Toyota) dengan Fuji Heavy Industries, produsen mobil Subaru, disebut-sebut bakal diluncurkan di gelaran New York Auto Show 2011 yang akan digelar April 2011. Mobil berjuluk Hachiroku ini menggunakan konsep sporty dengan kursi 2+2 dan mengadopsi gaya RWD Corolla AE86.

Meski FT-86 diklaim sebagai mobil ramah lingkungan, tetapi tetap mengutamakan kecepatan yang selama ini menjadi keunggulan Toyota dan Subaru. Sedan sport itu dibekali mesin 2.000 cc empat silinder yang menyemburkan tenaga hingga 200 daya kuda. Tenaga sebesar itu disalurkan ke roda melalui transmisi manual enam kecepatan. Mobil berpenggerak roda belakang itu menggunakan rem Advics.

Mercy Rule Luxury Car Market 2010

 

Mercedes Benz claimed successfully  listed its  accomplishments  as a ruler of the luxury car  market  in Indonesia in 2010.

Total luxury car market of Indonesia in 2010 amounted to 5327 units and Mercedes Benz won 67.4 percent, or managed to sell 3590 units of premium cars.

"The year 2010 has become the most successful year for Mercedes Benz, not only in premium cars, but also in the category of commercial vehicles in which our products achieve astonishing achievement," said Rudi Borgenheimer, President of Mercedes-Benz Indonesia in Jakarta on Monday.

Besides triumphed in the premium car class, Mercedes-Benz can also take pride in the category of commercial vehicle sales during 2010. In the sale of buses, Mercedes Benz also recorded satisfactory results with 786 units, up 70 percent from the year 2009. Mercedes Benz won 53.4 percent of the market in Indonesia bus segment last year.

Raihan other types of commercial vehicles are trucks that in 2010 set to reach 310 units, an increase far from the year 2009, which only managed to sell 100 units of trucks.


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2012 BMW 650i Convertible price

BMW 650i Convertible models also display 2012. Behind the long front hood there is a twin-turbo V8-powered direct-injected 400 hp with 610 Nm of torsi strength between 1750-4500 rpm. BMW claims that the software is 6 Series Convertible roof can be folded in a matter of 19 seconds. In addition there are 10.2-inch screen to control a standard feature package iDrive technology. Vehicles that will be available in spring 2011 priced starting at U.S. $ 91,375. Figures worth enough to move the 650i Convertible into your garage.

Mitsubishi Pajero Platinum Edition

Mitsubishi Pajero Platinum Edition

Australia Mitsubishi officially released Mitsubishi Pajero Platinum Edition (PE), Tuesday (5 / 5) this. Mitsubishi Pajero Platinum Edition priced $ 58,290. Pajero GLX Pajero PE using a base, with the difference in quality and design of interior and exterior sides of a more luxurious.
PE Pajero comes with a glass that has been with the film and exterior, the door handles, outside rearview mirror is the color of the car body color. Grill radiator and roof rails are now chromed. Mitsubishi Pajero Platinum Edition is available in two variants, 3.8L gasoline engines and 3.2L diesel engines. Both are available in a choice of manual and automatic transmission.Mitsubishi Pajero Platinum Edition priced from A $ 58,290

Honda Civic Ti Limited Edition

The Japanese car maker is introducing the Honda Civic Ti, a limited edition model which combined ‘race-car looks’ with high-spec interior equipment, and which is based on the 1.4 and 1.8 i-VTEC SE. 
According to the company, the Honda Civic Ti has been inspired by their Racing British Touring Car challenger, so it features 17 inch ‘Pro Race’ matt black wheels, redesigned front and rear spoilers, new side sills, and a rear body skirt, plus the exclusive Premium White Pearl body paint.
At the interior the Honda Civic Ti features the Pioneer Navigation Multimedia System which includes a 3D touch screen, a map database covering 44 countries, a traffic message channel receiver, and also offers the possibility of playing CDs, DVDs, and music stored on iPod, iPhone and USB devices.

The Honda Civic Ti price starts at 15,995 GBP for the 1.4 i-VTECH while for those who prefer the 1.8 variant will have to pay an additional 1,000 GBP. Sales will begin in the UK in March, and production will be limited to 500 exemplars.
Honda press release :
New Touring Car-inspired Honda hatch has £3,700 worth of extras
Race-car looks are combined with high-spec interior equipment on Honda’s new limited edition model, the Civic Ti. Based on the 1.4 and 1.8 i-VTEC SE variants, the Civic Ti comes with £3,700 worth of extra equipment over and above the standard model.
The 5-door Civic is inspired by this season’s Honda Racing British Touring Car challenger, and is fitted with unique, 17-inch ‘Pro Race’ wheels from Team Dynamics, Honda’s racing partner in the BTCC.
The sporty image of these matt black wheels is enhanced by Honda’s ‘GP’ body kit finished in Crystal Black, which provides a stark contrast to the exclusive Premium White Pearl body paint and body coloured trim. The race-like GP kit includes front spoiler, rear spoiler (finished in white), side skirt inserts and rear body skirts.
Inside, the Civic Ti is equipped with a state-of-the-art Pioneer Navigation Multimedia System, which offers full-scale sat nav, entertainment and communication with a 3D graphic touch screen.
This high-end multimedia unit includes a map database covering 44 countries, multiple sensors to ensure more accurate positioning, a traffic message channel receiver to avoid traffic jams and a hands free telephone system. It also plays CD, DVD, iPod, iPhone and USB devices, with on-screen controls.
The Pioneer system provides another link to the BTCC team, as the global audio/video and electronics firm is the main sponsor of Honda Racing Team’s attack for the 2011 title.
Honda dealerships in the UK will sell just 500 of the limited edition Civics, which go on sale in March. Prices start at £15,995 OTR for the 1.4 i-VTEC and £16,995 for the 1.8 variant.

Source: Honda

Article source: http://www.carsession.com/car-news/honda-civic-ti-limited-edition.html

lamborghini Murcielago

lamborghini Murcielago

lamborghini Murcielago

lamborghini Murcielago

is a high-performance two-door, two-seat sports car that was produced by Italian automaker Lamborghini between 2001 and 2010. Often referred to as a supercar, it was the flagship of the automaker's lineup. The Murciélago was introduced as a coupé in 2001 for the 2002 model year, succeeding the famed Diablo supercar in Lamborghini's lineup. The car was the automaker's first new design in eleven years, as well as the first under the ownership of German automaker VW. It was styled by Peruvian-born Belgian Luc Donckerwolke, Lamborghini's head of design from 1998.
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New Audi Q7 2011 More Convenient And More

More and more automotive manufacturers  began to enter the SUV market share, because this SUV type car is now much in demand from consumers that luxury car manufacturers  have also begun to produce car-type SUVs. Audi is one of the luxury car manufacturer that produces SUV. Audi Q7 is Audi's SUV type,  now in 2011 Audi Q7 Audi re-issued 2011 to deal with its competitors who also have started to launch the car for 2011.
Audi Q7 is a crossover SUV that has a great body so as to accommodate as many as seven passengers with the condition remain comfortable, has wheels 18 and 21 inches and has interesting features such as front and rear parking sensors, eksterion monochromatic paint, xenon lights etc.

  
For the interior of the Audi Q7 made using materials No. 1 to provide comfort to passengers, there is also a weather control, heated front seats and leather upholstery and can incorporate sound and navigation systems.

Audi Q7 has a capacity of 3.0 liter V6 engine with fuel consumption of 7.2 liters per 100 km with CO2 emissions 189 g / km. Audi Q7 has a great body so as to not be too quick acceleration, the Audi Q7 has the acceleration of 0-100 km in 9.1 seconds with a maximum speed of 205 km / h. Audi Q7 able to produce power 204 hp with maximum torque of 450 Nm.

 Audi Q7 in Germany 2011 to be sold only 51,800 euros so that the  Audi Q7 has enough price  to compete  with its competitors.

2011 volkswagen jetta sportwagen s

2011 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 2.0L 4dr SportWagen Reviews Expert The portal to everything Jetta SportWagen features and specs photo gallery special offers you can even build your own Jetta SportWagen from here. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Specifications Pictures 2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Yahoo! Autos. Read reviews view specifications &ampamp pictures of the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen get dealer

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The Jetta TDI is the brainchild of Volkswagen that has made economic cars look good and luxury cars come cheap. If you do not know the VW Jetta TDI comes in two types either a sedan or a sports wagon. This article concentrates on the Jetta SportWagen TDI overall. For those who are used to sport wagons this car is a box of surprises. Unlike the usual sport wagons the Jetta SportWagen TDI is economical and a comfortable ride apart from its already stylish look. Part of the wagon's look is the black roof rails to accentuate the sporty look of the car. Its heavy doors make the When you look
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2011 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid

The price of the new Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid 2011 has been announced and will begin at $ 60,565 or $ 15,000 more than the price of the basic car.


This hybrid Touareg shares the same development platform as the Porsche Cayenne hybrid, which costs $ 67,700, making Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid rather in a bad turn. Buyers looking for this kind of vehicle that will have extra money to share, will probably turn to the Porsche Cayenne hybrid, rather than the Volkswagen.

With a 3.0-liter V6 supercharged engine, the Touareg will be a hybrid with consumption of 11.8 liters per 100 km city and 9.4 liters per 100 km on the highway, which approximates the Touareg V6 diesel. This engine produces 380 hp and 428 lb-ft of torque and is paired with a new automatic transmission in eight reports. This is a particularly interesting green SUV and its marketing is planned for November.

2011 Volvo S60 T5

The updated offer of S60 T5 FWD model is also accompanied by a special introductory lease rate plan of $299/month, available until February 28, 2011, which starts at $30,795, excluding an $875 destination fee.

The T5 support by by a turbocharged 2.5-liter 5-cylinder engine, delivering 250HP and 266 lb-ft (361 Nm) of torque – or 295 lb-ft (401 Nm) in “over boost” mode. Power is sent to the front wheels through Volvo’s second-generation 6-speed automatic Geartronic transmission. The 0-to-60 mph (96 km/h) sprint takes just 6.8 seconds, while the top speed is electronically limited to 130 mph (209 km/h).

The Volvo S60 T5 FWD equipped some features includes: power driver seat with memory, power folding rear head restraints, front and rear sport seats, leather steering wheel with metal inlays, dual-zone air conditioning, infotainment and 8-speaker sound system, Bluetooth hands-free phone interface, T-Tec textile upholstery and 17-inch alloys.

In addition there safety systems, such as Corner Traction Control by torque vectoring, Advanced Stability Control, Dynamic Stability and Traction Control (DSTC), Whiplash Protection Seating System (WHIPS) and a host of airbags.

The coverage plan specifically comprises:

• 5 years/60,000 miles of New Car Warranty
• 5 years/60,000 miles of Complimentary Factory Scheduled Maintenance
• 5 years/60,000 miles of Wear and Tear Coverage
• 5 years/Unlimited miles of Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance

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2011 Peugeot Hoggar Pick-Up

 

Peugeot makes the 2011 Peugeot Hoggar Pick-Up for market in Brazil. This pick-up is perfectly adapted to the local clientele’s expectations.  Peugeot Hoggar subtly combines the robustness and reliability of a pick-up with the design and dynamism that distinguishes the Marque. The first impression when I saw this car: seductive, dynamic and robust targets a mainly male customer base who are looking for a versatile vehicle with a distinctive style.

The 2011 Peugeot Hoggar Pick-Up has volume of 1151 litres and a payload of up to 742kg. Equipped with a bold and modern design, Peugeot Hoggar is a new line in exclusive cars, 207 of Brazil, after the saloon, hatchback, SW and SW Escapade versions. This vehicle will be manufactured at the Porto Real factory in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and will be launched in the Brazilian market on the 15th of May 2010, with three trim levels and two engine sizes : 1.4 and 1.6 litre.

New Peugeot 508 Officially Unveiled, gets HYbrid4 Variant with 200HP and AWD

The all-new Peugeot 508 has been officially revealed following the leakout of the first photos earlier today. Available in sedan and station wagon body styles, the 508 replaces two cars in Peugeot's range, the 407 and 607. The French marque's Ford Mondeo and Volkswagen Passat contender will make its world debut at the Paris Motor Show in late September and go on sale early next year.

The 508 is the production version of the '5 by Peugeot' concept car seen in Geneva this past March, and according to Peugeot, it introduces the firm's new -and more subtle- design language as previewed on the SR1 Concept sports car. Expect to see the same type of grille finding its way on all future Peugeot models.
For the first time we get a look at the 508's interior, which according to the French carmaker, combines hi-tech features with the use of "high quality materials" both "visually and to the touch".
Based off the PSA Group's platform 3 that also underpins Citroen's C5 as well as the outgoing 407, the 508 sits between the 407 and 607 in terms of size. At 4.79 meters in length, the sedan variant of the 508 is about 100mm longer than the 407 saloon but 100mm shorter than the 607. The more practical Station Wagon model is slightly longer than the sedan measuring 4.81 meters in length.
Peugeot did not release many technical details on the 508, but it did confirm the availability of a HYbrid4 version after launch - most likely in mid 2011. This model will combine a turbo diesel engine mounted at the front of the car with an electric motor located at the rear, providing a combined output of 200-horsepower with all-wheel drive and emissions of 99g/km of CO2 or zero in electric mode.
The French automaker added that the 508 will be offered with a variety of diesel and petrol engines, all benefiting from the latest fuel-saving technologies such as a start and stop system.
The European market versions of the new 508 will be produced in Rennes in France, while Peugeot also revealed plans to build the car in China for the local market starting from next year.

New Nissan 2011

2011 Nissan GTR Overview of New 2011 Nissan GTR Cars at The 2011 Nissan GTR Supercar a car unlike any other. Compare GTR models features photos colors and 360s at the official Nissan USA website. 2009 Nissan GTR Price Nissanhelp Get 2011 Nissan GTR pricing & costs and 2011 GTR prices that can save you money. Research the exact destination charges MSRP and 2011 Nissan GT

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The Nissan 350Z is a proper sports car with relatively compact dimensions, rear-wheel drive, two seats, sharp interactive handling, and muscular engine, at an affordable price.  The Nissan 350Z is the sports car every little boy has dreamed about owning. In 2009, the Nissan 350Z is only available in the roadster edition.  The roadster was solely responsible for bringing back Nissan’s spirit of fun and high performance.  The roadster is available in three trim packages - enthusiast, touring, and grand touring.  The Nissan 350Z Roadster houses a 3.5 liter V6 that cranks out a whopping 306

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2009 Lamborghini Gallardo

The 2009 Gallardo is a 2-door, 2-passenger luxury sports car, or convertible sports car, available in two... read more trims, the LP560-4 Coupe and the LP560-4 Spyder.

Upon introduction, both trims are equipped with a standard 5.2-liter, V10, 560-horsepower engine that achieves 12-mpg in the city and 20-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional.

Yesterday Series*. FERRARI 599 GTB FIORANO. THE CAR.

To design a new Ferrari is the ultimate dream of every designer and student. However, actually designing one is probably the most difficult design job on earth, if not a nightmare.
Everybody always expects from Ferrari something that is really outstanding. From president and CEO, Luca di Montezemolo, to the young boy looking at a motoring magazine in a remote area in Guatemala, China or Kazakhstan.
Evidence of this came recently from the challenge presented to the top students of the most famous design schools around the world when Ferrari asked them to compete by submitting “new concept for the myth”. The students came up with excellent design propositions but no one with a new “concept”. Apparently only Pininfarina seems to be capable of delivering a convincing proposition that meets with Ferrari’s expectations.

The new Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is the latest evidence, and indeed this is a very convincing design job, despite the given industrial (read investment) restrictions and the conservative market it must keep attracting. Business sense force Ferrari (and Porsche) to seek for innovations that do not shock their traditional customers but possibly attract new ones.
Listen to Ken Okuyama and Jason Castriota, respectively director of design and chief designer at Pininfarina, as they explain the design process and every single decision it went through, and you fully appreciate why designing the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano was quite a challenge and why the outcome is going to be a winner; in the design circles as well as within Ferrari enthusiasts and collectors, and in the market world-wide.

The 599 GTB Fiorano is a strikingly sculptural car, with the purest Ferrari character and Pininfarina’s elegance.

When the project started at Ferrari and Pininfarina in the second half of 2002, the mission was clear: “create the most performing 12-cylinder Ferrari berlinetta” was Montezemolo’s directive to Okuyama. That is what they actually need to counter attack the strongest competition ever expected from an increasing number of powerful competitors.

 

Ferrari engineers had in mind what was needed to set the new standards in uniqueness, design and exhilarating driving. Their new two-seater GT supercar comes with the V12, 6.0 litre aspirated powerplant installed “mid-ship” behind the front axle. (see technical specifications and Evolution of the Ferrari V12 two-seater GT Berlinetta) Designed for the ultimate Ferrari Enzo, and newly tuned to deliver 620 HP (some 103 HP per litre of displacement), the engine has been engineered to play the magic music of a pure V12 soundtrack from both the intake manifold and the exhaust system.

The V12 is mated to the latest development of F1 transmission, a new generation that cuts overall gear-shift times to 100 milliseconds. On its turn a most sophisticated stability control system makes sure that the car has always the best grip to the road for cutting-edge performance in term of road-holding, safety and stability. Further innovations in the suspension system and the control of their oil viscosity greatly improve the driving experience through faster adjustments, reduced roll and superior body control when braking or accelerating.
At the same time the new Ferrari 599 GTB greatly benefits of the ultimate development of the aluminium construction technology and the revised architecture. Pininfarina had to dress-up this superlative ”performance” creature.

NEW J.D. POWER STUDY: MERCEDES-BENZ HAS THE MOST SATISFIED CUSTOMERS

Mercedes-Benz enjoys a higher level of customer satisfaction than any other automobile brand. This is confirmed by a large-scale survey conducted by the world-renowned J.D. Power and Associates Index on the satisfaction of car buyers. Mercedes-Benz took first place among all car brands in this study. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class and the CLK also headed their respective categories. This means that Mercedes-Benz drivers are the most satisfied motorists in Germany.

J.D. Power, a Los Angeles-based globally operative market research company established in 1968, examines the satisfaction of car owners at regular intervals on the assumption that customers know best. This is the second year the study has been carried out online, and included 16,330 drivers in Germany to ascertain their experience with their cars for the J.D. Power 2010 Vehicle Ownership Satisfaction StudySM. To qualify for the survey, respondents had to have been driving their current model for around two years, covering approx 34,000 kilometres. The cumulative driving experience thus totalled over 500 million kilometres. Assessment criteria were quality, reliability, attractiveness, service and maintenance costs, in order to obtain a reliable overview of the individual cars’ strengths and weaknesses.
The J.D. Power Vehicle Ownership Satisfaction Study (VOSSSM), which is a
recognised source of reference for people planning to buy a car, covered more than 100 models, divided into nine categories. Mercedes-Benz took first place among all brands. The C-Class and the CLK topped their respective segments.
Dr. Joachim Schmidt, Executive Vice President Mercedes-Benz Cars Sales and Marketing: “We want to pleaseour customers with our products, but naturallyalso with our customer care and service.It is pleasing to see that we have shown improvement in all areas and in different markets. It is no coincidence that inspiring customer care and quality which can be experienced in all areas are key elements of the Mercedes-Benz brand positioning – and this result confirms our work“.
The latest forecasts from independent market researchers on the topic of resale value round off the positive picture for premium automobile brand Mercedes-Benz, with four models indicating the lowest losses of value in their respective segments. The E-, C-, S- and R-Class thus emerge as the top-value investments in 2010. Mercedes-Benz vehicles are revealed as the most reliable options offering the best value retention overall – an important economic advantage.

[Source: Mercedes-Benz]

New Toyota Sienna 2011

The New Toyota Sienna was redesigned for 2011, and observers agree that the minivan is much better than before. No longer stuck behind the Honda Odyssey, the new Sienna took a former class leader in the dynamics and comfort, while the loss of soft style that marked previous Sienna. Most reviewers say that Sienna 2011 is the best minivan on the market.

The first change most will notice in 2011 Sienna is revised exterior. Muscular and beautiful, the new Sienna implant design style to a segment that is marked by anonymity. Car and Driver echoes feelings of most reviewers, saying, "We can go so far as to call the search Sienna minivan is still there-the best." Stepping in the 2011 Sienna reveals an all-new interior as well. While reviewers criticized some of the materials, most agree that both are designed with intuitively placed controls.

Starting from $ 24,260, the base Sienna is equipped with tri-zone air conditioning, power windows and door locks, seven airbags, cruise control, LED taillights and alloy wheels. The base Sienna minivan is one of the least expensive, but Dodge and Kia also offers a minivan with a starting price similar. Although the Sienna can be extremely expensive when fully charged, most of the models is a strong value for the class.

While the review comments on the slow acceleration of the base-liter four-cylinder 2.7-new engine, some argue it is quite adequate in most driving situations. The optional 3.5-liter V6 receives high praise for, a strong and subtle nature of fuel efficiency (four-cylinder Siennas is EPA-rated at 19/24, while the V6 models are rated at 18/24). The Sienna also stands as the only minivan on the market to offer all-wheel drive is optional.

New for 2011 is the sporty SE model. Reviewer says SE oxymoron that works. It's only available in front-wheel drive with V6 power, and observers expressed great pleasure in returning the steering wheel and suspension setup - though looks sporty which may not be for everyone.

Other minivan to Consider

Despite the fact that General Motors and Ford have abandoned the minivan market that supports the crossover, the Sienna still face high competition. The biggest competitor is the Honda Odyssey. Although the consensus among reviewers that the new Sienna minivan is king, 's perch Toyota will be challenged next year when it releases redesigned Honda Odyssey. Reviewers generally supports the driving characteristics of the Odyssey of the Sienna, commented that only the sporty SE Sienna can compete with the Odyssey to road manners.

Dynamic short fall compared with Sienna and Odyssey, the Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan is a feasible alternative to current efforts Toyota minivan. Although Chrysler and Dodge have interior material is worse than Sienna, they offer more storage space, including underfloor storage in the second row. This storage can also house a second row stowable seats - something to consider if you regularly transport large items.

Those who seek to examine the value of the Kia Sedona, which starts at about $ 2,000 less than the Sienna and equipped with standard V6 power. However, buyers should know it also rides on a wheelbase 5.5 inches shorter than the Sienna - which means offering less interior room. If you need more space, you can buy Sedona LX models, which ride on the same wheelbase size Sienna - but also started at almost the same price with the Sienna, so it will not save money.

While Sienna Toyota was not involved in the accelerator pedal recall, some critics have begun to raise questions about the quality Toyota. For its part, Toyota says remains committed to quality and safety. Toyota has set an override brake system in 2011 Sienna, the bypass valve when the brake pedal is pressed.

The Sporty Hybrid: Honda CR-Z

Honda’s new concept cat, the CR-Z was already seen in auto shows like North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, the Paris motor show and Tokyo Motor shows. The new sporty hybrid had people staring and praising for Honda’s new baby.

Will be released on late 2010, the Honda CR-Z’ name came from “Compact Renaissance Zero”.  It is efficient, environment friendly and of course has a really edgy design. The car will be powered by Honda’s Integrated Motor assist that can also be found in the Insight and other Civic hybrids.
“The CR-Z draws its inspiration from a need to deliver spirited performance in an efficient manner. It’s all part of our commitment to help effect positive environmental change. So keep on the lookout for more details about the CR-Z. “
To deliver this, the car will have 140 Hp and a 1.8 liter engine. It also has a smaller body mass than its older brother the Insight. But the CR-Z has bigger engine, tires and brakes compared to Insight. This two-seater car will be followed by the Jazz hybrid a few months after the CR-Z is released.