2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Roadster

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Roadster

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Roadster

For the first time Mercedes-Benz is offering a choice of three variants of the lightweight-construction vario-roof for the new SLK: in just a few seconds this feature transforms the roadster into a coupe with a “fixed” roof at the touch of a button – and vice versa: The standard version is a roof painted in the vehicle color. Optionally available is a panorama vario-roof with dark-tinted glass. The third option is a world premiere – the panorama vario-roof with MAGIC SKY CONTROL. This glass roof switches to light or dark at the press of a button. In light mode it is virtually transparent, offering an open-air experience even in cold weather. In its dark state the roof provides welcome shade and prevents the interior from heating up from the sun’s rays. In other words: a comfortable atmosphere at the touch of a button.

Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Bicolore

2011 Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Bicolore

2011 Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Bicolore

The Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Bicolore, a Special Edition supersports car which will be produced for the European and Asian-Pacific markets, while for the American market it will be only available in the version LP550-2.

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Powertrains 2011

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Powertrains 2011

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Powertrains 2011

Power transmission for 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is a line of 2.0-liter 4-cylinder that produces 148 horsepower and 145 lb.-ft. of torque. The standard transmission is offered in the ES is a five-speed manual. A continuously variable transmission (CVT) is optional and is standard on SE models. Front wheel drive is standard with all-wheel drive available on the SE. As with standard AWD Outlander models feature three pilot selectable modes to optimize traction.

2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Edmunds tests in a front-wheel drive Outlander Sport with manual transmission accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 8.8 seconds. It is a time fast enough, but the most commonly installed CVT hope that sport becomes a little average performance. The EPA estimated fuel economy of 25 mpg city/31 highway and 27 mpg in combined driving a front-drive automatic model. The manual has suffered 24/31/26 mpg, while IT gets to 24/29/26 mpg.

Tata Aria Car Autos Trend Design

Tata Aria Car Autos Trend Design

Tata Motors is finally officially launched the Tata Aria, which is the first Indian car that uses a four-wheel drive. India-based company said Aira is a creation of luxury with a blend of sedan and the prowess of an SUV, all mixed in one car. This car has a navigation system based In-dash GPS which was first class. In addition, the vehicle is equipped with several advanced security features such as Electronic Stability Programme (ESP), which ensures stability of the car, and six airbags to guarantee the safety of passengers when the accident occurred.

Advanced features do not stop there, because there are information systems that continue to show important data about the vehicle, Cruise Control that allows you to set the pace, and automatic climate control. For friends during the trip, available 2-DIN music system and Bluetooth, with phone and music controls mounted on the steering wheel. Aria uses the 2.2-liter Common Rail Direct Injection, with variable turbine technology and the ECU 32-bit, so that could give power of 140 PS and 320 Nm of torque. The machine was then mated with a gearbox Mark II, thus ensuring a smooth power delivery and precise.

Tata Nano Car Autos Trend

Tata Nano Car Autos Trend

The car is dubbed the people's car with mass production of the world's cheapest, Tata Nano, at the end of 2011, will surprise with creating a diesel-fueled vehicles and the most efficient in the world. The car manufacturer of India and the Group of Tata Motors was rumored to make the Nano is not just as a tiny and most affordable car ever made, but also the most efficient fuel for today,

Before the news blew in 2011 about the latest technology, the Nano, the car is initially at preach using 2-cylinder turbocharged engine with 600 or 700 cc displacement, with an output of between 20 to 30 percent higher than one unit of the same. "The diesel engine will be in the range of 600-700 cc, such as petrol versions and can be higher priced slightly above the current variant." According to an article published by Times of India in mid January.

Manufacturer Tata Motors
Also called one-lakh car
Production 2008–present
Assembly Pantnagar, Uttarkhand, India
Charodi, Gujarat, India (since June 2010)
Class City car
Body style(s) 4-door
Layout RR layout
Engine(s) 2 cylinder SOHC petrol Bosch multi-point fuel injection (single injector) all aluminium 624 cc (38 cu in)
Transmission(s) 4 speed synchromesh with overdrive in 4th
Wheelbase 2,230 mm (87.8 in)
Length 3,099 mm (122.0 in)
Width 1,495 mm (58.9 in)
Height 1,652 mm (65.0 in)
Kerb weight 600 kg (1,300 lb)–635 kg (1,400 lb)
Designer Girish Wagh, Justin Norek of Trilix, Pierre Castinel

New Car Hyundai Verna Hatchback Concept

Hyundai Verna hatchback 5-door took part in the Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition 2010. Before Hyundai Verna hatcback appears, Hyundai Verna Hyundai first introduced the 4-door sedan at the Beijing Automotive Exhibition 2010.

After the Nissan Sunny which presents the latest, now turn Hyundai Verna reportedly present at the mat Guangzhou Auto Show 2010. But this latest Verna does not appear as a sedan, but comes as a hatchback. The plan, Verna hatchback will be manufactured locally in China, and will use different names.

Cars manufactured by Hyundai with a joint venture between Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Company will use two different engine options. The first engine is gasoline with a capacity of 1400 cc that could provide power 105 horsepower and 135 Nm of torque.

While a larger capacity engine, 1600 cc engine will generate power of 121 hp and maximum torque of 155 Nm. In the Chinese market, entry-level model with a capacity of 1400 cc will be able to achieve fuel consumption figures of 6.2 liters for a distance of 100 km. So that became a teririt in its class.

Suzuki New SX4 Car Diesel Design

Speculation about the existence of a diesel-engined SX4 is fulfilled. Maruti Suzuki in India ready to launch a diesel car that early next year. Maruti Suzuki SX4 diesel announced it will begin production in January 2011. Then the next car will go on sale to the public.

SX4 diesel will be equipped with the same 1300 cc engine with the Fiat Linea and Punto. Diesel engines will also adopt the technology is applied to the Swift DDiS. But Suzuki claim there are a number of new technologies that dicangkokan the SX4 diesel engine. Among variable geometry turbo that can produce power and torque is greater.

Design: The SX4 was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro's Italdesign studio. The Suzuki SX4 was initially introduced as a five-door hatchback which was marketed as a crossover. The sedan was unveiled at the 2007 New York Auto Show and was later on launched in Japan, India and a few East european countries. The "SX 4" term was used by American Motors (AMC) for a sporty liftback model.

Engine: After using the Fiat 1.3l multijet engine for its Swift and Swift Dzire, Maruti will continue to use the DDiS engines. In the European market, the SX4 is sold with 1.9-litre and 2.0-litre DDis engine options. We expect, Maruti to launch the SX4 diesel with a 1.6-litre DDis, and this should be Maruti's reply to the VW Vento diesel, which produces 105-bhp from a 1.6-litre oilburner.

Features: The SX4 diesel is the twin of its petrol variant. There is no difference between the two except for their hearts.

Competitors/Overall Evaulation: The main rivals of the SX4 will be its own petrol sibling, the Honda City, Fiat Linea, Ford Fiesta Hyundai Verna and the recently launched Volkswagen Vento. The SX4 has a huge plus with the Maruti brand having the largest after sales and service network and good ownership experience.

VW Officially Announces R GmbH Performance Subsidiary

Volkswagen has officially launched the new R GmbH performance subsidiary.

Meant to meet the “increased global demand for individualized vehicles with contemporary sportiness and exclusivity”, the subsidiary will handle sales and development of high performance and Exclusive (aka Individual) models. In essence, R GmbH is Volkswagen’s answer to BMW’s M and Mercedes’ AMG divisions.

Described as the “specialist for sporty exclusive models from Volkswagen in the future,” R GmbH has already taken responsibility for the Scirocco R, the Golf R, the R-Line design packages, and the aforementioned Exclusive range.

Based in Warmenau, Germany (near VW’s Wolfsburg headquarters) R GmbH employs a staff of more than 350 people. In the future, the subsidiary promises to intensely the sportiness of Volkswagen R models.