Moving on, Japanese cars are very reliable (if taken care of) and can last usually over 200,000 miles. Now there is a good example of stretching your dollar. Plus an advantage to Japanese cars is how much modification, performance, and details you can put into the car. Secondly, "Honda has made over 50 million vetch engines and have never failed". -Top gear Jeremy) Looking at reality into the future I am guessing that gas prices will go up, as well as electricity rates, and food costs. Its wiser to have something that you can maintain easily like oil changes, brakes, and tires, and these are really easy to change with Japanese cars. Really it's a breeze to own a Jap car and simple to maintain. So next time your in the market for cars, get a Jap car!
Smart and Economical Cars of Our Time
Paris Show 2010 Highlights: 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
Chevrolet has taken the wraps off its striking new Orlando MPV at the Paris motor show.
The compact seven-seat crossover MPV was first seen as a concept in Paris two years ago and much of that car’s styling has made it into the production version that will reach UK showrooms in early 2011.
Although some of the concept’s sharper lines at the front have been rounded off, much of the rear three-quarters of the concept remains unchanged, including its sloping window line and narrow glasshouse, while its pronounced wheel arches can house alloys up to 18 inches in size.
The Orlando uses General Motors' Delta platform, also seen on the new Vauxhall Astra and Chevrolet’s new Cruze range. Its UK engine line-up includes a 139bhp 1.8-litre petrol unit and a 2.0-litre diesel with either 129bhp or 161bhp.
Chevrolet claims its dual cockpit is inspired by the Corvette and features the firm’s new blue-backlit centre console.
The load area is described as “generous”, while the rear two rows of seats are raised, in spite of the low roofline, in a theatre-style arrangement to give rear passengers a better forward and side view. As in the norm in the class, there's a variety of seating configurations to boost load capacity.
Several storage compartments are offered, including the concept’s storage area hidden behind the front fascia of the audio system; this is revealed by flipping the face of the audio and is described as a “usefully large area”. The Orlando also offers USB, MP3 and iPod connectivity.
Thanks to: Autocar
Paris Show 2010 Highlights: Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback Concept
Meet the Cruze that’s hatching big plans in Europe! This compact version of the Cruze was unveiled at the Paris Motor Show, and is the second of four new cars that will feature on the American firm’s stand.
The Cruze hatchback will join the Orlando, as well as a facelift of the Captiva SUV and a new version of the Aveo. The fastback design has an almost Japanese flavour, and the car looks similar to the Subaru Impreza in profile, although the big wheels and LED running lights from the show car are likely to be dropped from the production model.
The Cruze saloon has recently overtaken the Aveo to become Chevrolet’s best selling car globally, so to broaden its appeal and further boost sales this new hatch is set to offer great value for money and compete with the likes of the Kia C’eed and Hyundai i30.
The hatch will offer nearly 400 litres of boot space, and although that’s 50 less than the saloon, a 60/40 folding seat arrangement and bigger load space should ensure this is the most practical Cruze yet.
Wayne Brannon, Managing Director of Chevrolet Europe, said that by offering a hatch back variant they were “sending out a signal that Chevrolet is now a serious mainstream player in Europe."
The current Cruze comes in S, LS and LT trims, and the new car will continue to offer the familiar line-up of four-pot engines from the saloon. That means either a 1.6 or a 1.8-litre with 112bhp or 139bhp. The diesel option is a 2.0L with 123bhp, and 300Nm of torque.
Prices should remain broadly the same as the current range, although the hatchback could end up costing less than its stable mate, starting at around £13,000 for the 1.6i S when it goes on sale mid-way through next year. For more details click here.
Thanks to: Auto Express
Paris Show 2010 Highlights: 2011 BMW X3
Set to hit showrooms in January 2011, the cleanest variants will be capable of returning 50.4mpg and CO2 emissions of only 147g/km thanks to the use of stop/start technology and an eight-speed automatic gearbox developed by specialists, ZF.
The X3 now sports a more robust appearance using elements from the smaller X1 and larger X5, while the body has grown in every dimension except width allowing for improved interior space and wider door openings. Luggage space is increased by 70 litres as a result and can be expanded to 1,600 litres when the rear seats, which split 60:40 or an optional 40:20:40, are folded flat.
Build quality is set to receive a hike in the all-new interior whilst technical gadgetry including a head-up display and internet access will be made available thanks to BMW's ConnectedDrive system. A 6.5-inch colour monitor and the latest generation of iDrive will be standard on all models, although this can be upgraded to a class-leading 8.8-inch high-resolution screen if buyers opt for the Professional Multimedia package.
Under the skin the X3 will feature Variable Damper Control for the first time, allowing drivers to adjust the suspension settings to suit their needs, with Normal, Sport, and Sport+ selected by a button on the dash. Adjustable Electric Power Steering and Dynamic Stability Control further enhance the handling, assisted by double-joint spring-strut front axles and a multi-link rear axle.
Prices start at £30,490 for the xDrive20d, rising to around £36,000 for the xDrive35i.For more details click here.
Thanks to: Auto Express
Paris Show 2010 Highlights: 2011 Audi A7
Audi has unveiled its new A7 at the Paris motor show.
This is the car that Audi hopes will take sales from Mercedes-Benz’s CLS and continue the Ingolstadt firm’s evolution of its ‘big car’ design: the new A7 Sportback.
The A7 Sportback is designed to fill a niche between the A6 and A8. It offers big-car interior packaging for four people, the practicality of a rear hatch, a sizeable boot and what Audi calls a ‘four-door coupé’ shape.
The A7 is 4.97m long and 1.91m wide, which is 17cm shorter and 4cm narrower than the A8. But it sits 4cm lower than Audi’s luxury saloon, at 1.42m. At 2.91 metres, the wheelbase is around 8cm shorter than the regular A8’s, but longer than the current A6’s by a similar amount. It’s likely that the next generation of A6 will sit on the same platform.
The A7 was previewed by a concept at the Detroit show last year, and the production car sticks closely to the show model’s appearance. Its looks are dominated by a deep front grille, a low nose, narrow headlights, a sharp crease that runs along its flanks from nose to tail, and a bootline that tails off quickly, minimising the rear overhang. That last element, and a distinctive lip on the third side window, reference Audi’s 100 Coupé from the 1970s.
The new model will be offered with four V6 engines, all with direct injection, Audi’s thermal management system, stop-start and brake energy recuperation. The petrol units are a 2.8-litre V6 with 201bhp and 207lb ft, and a supercharged 3.0-litre V6 producing 295bhp and 325lb ft.
They are available with a seven-speed S-tronic transmission and quattro four-wheel drive only. In 3.0 TFSI form the A7 can reach 62mph in 5.6sec and go on to a limited top speed of 155mph. The 2.8 emits 187g/km of CO2 and the 3.0 190g/km.
The line-up will include two V6 diesels. The more potent of the pair comes with four-wheel drive and S-tronic only, and it has 241bhp and 369lb ft of torque. That’s enough for the A7 to crack 0-62mph in 6.5sec and reach a maximum of 155mph.
The lower-powered oil-burner, which will arrive soon after the A7 Sportback’s launch, is being positioned as the eco model in the range.
The 201bhp powerplant is available with the same S-tronic/quattro set-up as the other variants, or with the combination of front-wheel drive and Audi’s multitronic CVT transmission.
Thanks to: Autocar
TVS Rockz 125 cc specifications and features with price details
TVS Rockz 125 cc Overviews | TVS Rockz 125 cc wallpapers-stills |
TVS has reveal TVS Rockz 125cc.TVS is big two wheeler companies that will send forth TVS Rockz 125cc. The complete formulate of the bike is flashy and assertive.
The benifits provided by TVS RockZ 125 cc for example merged music system (IMS) which may the driver to obey MP3 while on the road and the security system double ATL (anti thief lick) and engine kill switch.
TVS Rockz is equipped with a 125cc engine devoloping 9.8 BHP @7.500 rpm and 9.8 Nm of torque.Other notable features are advanced security system, anti theft lock (ATL) and engine kill switch system. An extra ordinory features has followed by tvs RockZ 125,that is it fitted with key ignition which glows in the dark, this is also an ergonomic addition in the bike.The RockZ 125 cc also equipped with interface USB 2.0 with MP3 song format, 2 jack RCA for speaker earphone and also FM Radio.The price of TVS RockZ 125 is about 12.7 million rupiah for cast wheel and 12.7 million rupiah for spoke wheel.
And other thrilling features of Rockz contain 5 spoke alloy wheels, a rear disc brake and complete music system controls below the instrument cluster. The main highlight of TVS ROCKZ is, it comes with bunch features, which will be the first time in Indian bike.The TVS Rockz costs around 12.7 million rupiah in Indonesia which is approximately, Rs.64,153.
Technical specifications of TVS Rockz 125:
- Displacement: 125cc
- Engine: Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC
- Maximum speed : 108 km/h
- Maximum Power: 10.5 Bhp
- Maximum Torque: 10 Nm
- Headlamp: Halogen 30/30
- No. of Cylinders: 1
- Cooling Type: Air Cooling
- Fuel Gauge: Digital
- Trip Meter: Digital
- Speedometer: Analogue
- Suspension(Rear): Dual Shock Absorber
- Brakes: 220mm Two-Calliper Disc
- Wheel Type: Black Alloys
- Wheel Size: 2,5 x 17″ – 4PR 38 L, 2,5 x 17″ – 4PR 41 L mm
- Colors: Black, Red, Blue, White
- Suspension(Front): Telescopic
- Brakes(Rear): 110mm Drum
- Gears: 4 Speed
Concept Jaguar C-X75: First Live photos + video
Jean Pierre has given you all the info from this very nice surprise for Paris: The Jaguar C-X75. I can not help you publish some photos this afternoon (53 to be exact) further conducted on the stand of the British brand.
Purity, elegant lines, the Supercars still know us dream, like the Lamborghini Sesto Elemento are fabulous gear and tan bad if you can never ask our sitting up in, we like them because they represent the elite of the automobile.
Concept Jaguar C-X75: First Live photos + video
Audi E-Tron Quattro Spyder: Live Paris 2010
We have supplied the technical information for the e-Tron Spyder and the Quattro before but here are some additional pictures from the Paris Motor Show in Paris.
I love the most muscular American Quattro which resurrects a legendary model. The wink of the flat back to the original version of 1980 is also very pleasant.
For younger and refresh the memories of others, here is a brief history of the quattro. The Quattro as its name suggests is the first large series sports coupe AWD permanent. The first generation receives a 5-cylinder 2.1L 10 valves (WR), equipped with a turbocharger and an air exchanger that increases the power to 200hp (170hp instead of the version without heat exchanger fitted to the 200 Turbo ).
The Audi quattro is easily recognized by its flared fenders and bumpers specific that differentiate the Audi Coupe GT which it derives. 0-100km / h is in 7.1 seconds for a top speed of 222km / h
Audi E-Tron Quattro Spyder: Live Paris 2010
2011 Saab 9-4X : first official pictures of the SUV
The Saab 9-4X was nearly a Arles. This SUV Swedish repeatedly delayed because of a troubled situation, finally makes its nest and turns through two photos ... informal. Because yes, it has not been formally presented.
It will be shown a preview before the exhibition in Los Angeles in early November. We discovered today some differences with the lean concept herald Saab 9-4X Biopower January 2008. Yes already.
They reside in the design of the rear bumper and the size of the lower air intakes. Otherwise copy it. The cabin is close to the Saab 9-5 sedan by the privileged attending a private presentation.
2011 Saab 9-4X : first official pictures of the SUV
Lamborghini Sesto Elemento: the 1st live photos
Lamborghini Sesto Elemento: the 1st live photos
New Spy photos of the new 2011 Nissan GT-R
Photographers-spies caught the new supercar Nissan GT-R in the camera lenses during the test car at the Nürburgring. According to preliminary data, Nissan brought the updated model at auto show opens tomorrow in Paris, but it will be presented only VIP clients and the general public sees the car later.
Judging from the spy shots, Nissan GT-R has received updated front LED headlights, and front and rear bumpers of the new design. In addition, previously reported that a supercar should "lose weight" of 30 kg.
Due to the refined turbine and exhaust system engine power V6, fitted to the model increased to 506 hp at 6400 rpm, while torque has increased to 607 Nm at 3200-5200 rpm. Among other things, supercar Nissan GT-R got a modifed suspension.
New Spy photos of the new 2011 Nissan GT-R
Skoda showed a prototype electric Skoda Octavia wagon 2011
Skoda Company introduced at the Paris Motor Show, his first electric concept car Octavia Green E Line. Road test of the electric vehicle, built on a platform of versatile Octavia, will begin next year.
The car is equipped with a 114-horsepower electric motor, lithium-ion batteries. Maximum torque of this engine is 270 Nm. No extra charge electric car overcomes a distance of 140 kilometers. Acceleration from zero to hundred kilometers per hour and the machine takes 12 seconds and a top speed limited at around 135 kilometers per hour.
Ergonomics salon electropenalty Octavia is the same as gasoline and diesel is universal: in the back row freely placed three adult passengers. In this case, the trunk on the electrical modification was reduced to 115 liters - 490 liters. This is due to location of batteries - they are embedded in the passenger compartment floor, as well as the bottom of the trunk.
Skoda showed a prototype electric Skoda Octavia wagon 2011
Ford Fiesta WRC showed a new car for the World Rally Championship 2011
Ford is at the Paris Motor Show unveiled a new rally car Fiesta WRC, which will be used in the World Rally Championship since 2011. This model will replace the current Ford Focus RS WRC, which was used in the competition since 1999.
As before, the development of rally version of the Fiesta was engaged partner Ford, the company M-Sport, headed by former racing driver Malcolm Wilson. The car was created under the new rules c championship, which comes into force next year. In particular, it has a turbo engine capacity of 1.6 liters, instead of two-liter engines that have been used until now.
"The creation of Ford Fiesta RS WRC left countless hours, and we are happy for the first time prodemonstrirovt his audience - said Malcolm Wilson. - We are now conducting its tests, and so far the team is very pleased with the progress tests.
Ford Fiesta WRC debut in the race will be the first stage of the new season, which will be held in Sweden in February 2011. Behind the wheel of a new car factory team riders will sit down, Mikko Hirvonen and Jari-Matti Latvala. The main competitors Ford will team Citroen, is also preparing a new car for next season.
Ford Fiesta WRC showed a new car for the World Rally Championship 2011
Opel Astra GTC Paris First Live pics and first live video Paris Motor Show 2010
Sports hatchback Astra GTC Paris with sculptural shapes and trendy 21-inch wheels is named after the largest auto show, where he made his debut today, September 30.
Astra GTC Paris length of 4.46 m is a prototype next-generation Astra GTC. Under the hood lies the concept of a 2,0-liter 220-strong turbocharged engine with direct injection, aggregated to the 6-step "mechanics". Fuel-saving system helps to Start / Stop, which disables the engine at short stops in city traffic.
Opel GTC is different from "basic" five-door Opel Astra brighter look of the front and rear of the car, and a sloping roof in a trendy style today compartment. Despite the presence of all three door concept proved to be longer than the five-door version (the length of the GTC 4.46 meters) and, therefore, still, can accommodate five adult passengers.
Aggressive front bumper with advanced air intakes, body side panels in a new style mark with "knife" podshtampovkami visually sharply tapering when viewed in profile, the rear part of the body with a provocative roof spoiler and a diffuser in the rear bumper - all this creates a very vivid image. Now complement diode lighting in a circle, effectively delineated parallelograms exhaust pipes and 21-inch alloy wheels.
Opel Astra GTC Paris First Live pics and first live video Paris Motor Show 2010
2011 Audi quattro concept: a tribute to an all-wheel legend
Is it just a reminiscence of the anno 1980 Audi quattro or already presented a preview of a small sports car with four rings? This question should provide many visitors to the Paris Motor Show (2 to 17 October 2010) at the sight of the Audi quattro concept study.
From the first look at the "Col de Turini and white" painted show car appeared on the memory of a legendary ancestor: the 306 hp strong and at the time of 200,000 Mark expensive Sport Quattro was a shortened quattro variant and provided the basis for the famous Rally cars with Walter Röhrl at the wheel. For the current study, a series of transport was reduced, because the base supplies the Audi RS5. Compared to the four-seat coupe, the rear overhang has been reduced by 20 centimeters, the result is a length of 4.28 meters. At the same time, the wheelbase was shortened by 15 inches and lowered the roof line about four inches.
The body of the Audi quattro concept is mainly made of aluminum, there are the hood and the trunk lid as well as other components made of carbon. The result suggests a weight of 1,300 kilograms to book, almost exactly the level of the 1984 Sport Quattro presented. Eye-catching design features are the strongly contoured C-pillar, 20-inch wheels and a large single-frame grille without chrome frame. All lighting units use LED technology, the rear lights remind their straight shape of the Audi 100 from 1976.