Monday, May 31, 2010

Aston Martin V12 Vantage 2011

Last year Aston Martin V12 Vantage has been released, but was banned for sale in the United States. Aston follow the American concept of time be respected. Retrieve bodyshell your most compact, honkin 'machines. This is called the musclecar. Of course, the interpretation of the theme musclecar Aston somewhat more polite, sophisticated and aristocratic than, say, a '70 Chevy Chevelle SS454.



Initially created for the entire world, the front end of a very solid car with the engine that there is no room for the structures necessary to meet U.S. crash regulations. In a barrier impact speed is needed, note the doll's chest deceleration rate limits.



The engineers had to think hard to meet customer needs. Analysis and computer models show a location where some additional aluminum longitudinal member can be installed to change the path and soften the burden of slowing. It tested well, and this car is the result. Extra weight is not significant. And the performance, handling and styling mods are not affected by the accident.



The V12 engine is a 5.9-liter, 510 horsepower kick, enough to zero time-to-60mph is claimed at 4.1 seconds. M / T has not tested for zero-to-60 on our paradigm. Transmission is rear-mounted six-speed manual, although an optional full AMT and automatically appear in other Astons. The Vantage V12 keep things relatively simple: none of the adaptive dampers from DBS, there is no choice of transmission, not a lot of menu-driven.

Spesification 2010 Acura RDX 2WD


Unsaddled by Acura's Super Handling All-Wheel Drive, the front-drive RDX is more fuel efficient, faster, and less expensive. It's not decontented, mind you: Standard goodies new for 2010 include a rearview camera, electronic compass, auto-headlights, ambient footwell lighting, USB-connectivity, and Bluetooth with audio capabilities.


RDX was no slouch even with the added drivetrain mass, likened it to the Evo of crossovers when we said goodbye. Acura's SH-AWD is impressive; through planetary gearsets and electromagnetic clutch packs, it's capable of overdriving the outside rear wheel to create yaw, which reduces understeer. The downside is the roughly 200 pounds it adds to the curb weight. Without it, the RDX's fuel economy rises 2 mpg, up to 19/24 mpg city/highway. It's livelier on its MacPherson front and multilink rear suspension too.


Performance
  • Turbo compressor
  • 2,300 cc 2.3 liters in-line 4 front engine with 86.0 mm bore, 99.0 mm stroke, 8.8 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder
  • Premium unleaded fuel 91 and petrol
  • Multi-point injection fuel system
  • 18.0 gallon main premium unleaded fuel tank 15.0
  • Power: 179 kW , 240 HP SAE @ 6,000 rpm; 260 ft lb , 353 Nm @ 4,500 rpm
Handling, Ride & Braking
  • ABS
  • 4.533:1 axle ratio
  • Brake assist system
  • Four disc brakes including two ventilated discs
  • Electronic brake distribution
  • Electronic traction control via ABS & engine management
  • Immobilizer
  • Spacesaver steel rim spare wheel
  • Stability control
  • Strut front suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs, multi-link rear suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs
Exterior & Aerodynamics
  • Driver and passenger 3rd row windows
  • Painted front and rear bumpers
  • Day time running lights
  • Driver power heated painted door mirrors indicator lights, passenger power heated painted door mirrors with automatic indicator lights
  • External dimensions: overall length (inches): 182.5, overall width (inches): 73.6, overall height (inches): 65.2, ground clearance (inches): 6.3, wheelbase (inches): 104.3, front track (inches): 61.9, rear track (inches): 62.6 and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 39.2
  • Front fog lights
  • Projector beam lens Xenon bulb headlights
  • Luxury trim leather on gearknob, leather on doors and alloy look on dashboard
  • Pearl paint
  • Driver side and passenger side rear side windows
  • Fixed rear window with defogger and intermittent
  • Roof spoiler
  • Glass electric front sunroof
  • Underbody protection for fuel tank
  • Weights: gross vehicle weight rating (lbs) 4,894, curb weight (lbs) 3,752, gross trailer weight braked (lbs) 1,500 and max payload (lbs) 1,142
  • Windshield wipers with automatic intermittent wipe
Interior
  • 12v power outlet: front
  • Air conditioning with fully automated climate control 2 and auto
  • Anti-theft protection
  • Manufacturer's own RDS audio system with satellite, Disc Autochanger and six-disc remote changer CD player reads MP3
  • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
  • Cargo capacity: rear seat down (cu ft): 60.6 and all seats in place (cu ft): 27.8
  • Cellular phone
  • Clock
  • Coming home device
  • Compass
  • Computer with average speed, average fuel consumption, instantaneous fuel consumption and range for remaining fuel
  • Delayed/fade courtesy lights
  • Cruise control
  • Front seats and rear seats cup holders
  • External temperature
  • Floor covering: carpet in passenger compartment and carpet in load area
  • Floor mats
  • Driver front airbag with multi-stage deployment, passenger front airbag with occupant sensors and multi-stage deployment
  • Bucket heated electrically adjustable driver seat with height adjustment, lumbar adjustment, five adjustments and tilt adjustment memory, electric and memory, bucket heated electrically adjustable passenger seat with two adjustments
  • Height adjustable 3-point reel front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat with pre-tensioners
  • Front seat center armrest
  • Garage door opener
  • Two height adjustable active head restraints on front seats, three height adjustable head restraints on rear seats
  • Headlight control with dusk sensor
  • Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 38.7, rear headroom (inches): 38.3, front hip room (inches): 54.4, rear hip room (inches): 53.0, front leg room (inches): 41.8, rear leg room (inches): 37.7, front shoulder room (inches): 58.2 and rear shoulder room (inches): 56.3
  • Low tire pressure indicator
  • Memorized adjustment with two settings on door mirror position with four driver's seat positions
  • Navigational systems : information type: 3D and voice DVD and color
  • Parking distance sensors rear and camera
  • Remote power locks includes trunk/hatch
  • Power steering
  • Front power windows with two one-touch, rear power windows
  • Front reading lights
  • 3-point reel rear seat belts on driver side, passenger side and center side
  • Rear seat center armrest
  • Three asymmetrical split bench front facing rear seats with zero adjustments fold flat to floor
  • Automatic operation rear view mirror
  • Steering wheel mounted remote audio controls
  • Front and rear side curtain airbag
  • Leather seat upholstery with additional leather
  • Seating: five seats
  • Service interval indicator
  • Front side airbag
  • Smart card / smart key manual, includes central locking and includes memory seat adjustments
  • Ten speaker(s) manufacturer's own
  • Leather covered steering wheel with tilt adjustment and telescopic adjustment
  • Tachomete
  • Telematics
  • Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror
  • Ventilation system with micro filter
  • Voice activating system includes radio settings, includes phone, includes navigation system and includes air conditioning

Global Positioning System (GPS)

The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a space-based global satellite navigation system that provides reliable location and time information in all weather and at any time and anywhere on or near the earth where there is unobstructed line of sight to four or more GPS satellites. It is maintained by the United States government and freely accessible by anyone with a GPS receiver. The system was created and realized by the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD).

The GPS consists of three parts: the space segment, the control segment, and the user segment. The U.S. Air Force develops, maintains, and operates the space and control segments. GPS satellites broadcast signals from space, which each GPS receiver uses to calculate its three-dimensional location (latitude, longitude, and altitude) plus the current time.

GPS has become a widely used aid to navigation worldwide, and a useful tool for map-making, land surveying, commerce, scientific uses, tracking and surveillance, and hobbies such as geocaching and waymarking. The precise time reference provided by GPS is used in many applications including the scientific study of earthquakes and as a time synchronization source for cellular network protocols.

The design of GPS is based partly on similar ground-based radio navigation systems, such as LORAN and the Decca Navigator developed in the early 1940s, and used during World War II. In 1956 Friedwardt Winterberg proposed a test of general relativity using accurate atomic clocks placed in orbit in artificial satellites. To achieve accuracy requirements, GPS uses principles of general relativity to correct the satellites' atomic clocks. Additional inspiration for the GPS came when the Soviet Union launched the first man-made satellite, Sputnik in 1957. A team of U.S. scientists led by Dr. Richard B. Kershner were monitoring Sputnik's radio transmissions. They discovered that, because of the Doppler effect, the frequency of the signal being transmitted by Sputnik was higher as the satellite approached, and lower as it continued away from them. They realized that since they knew their exact location on the globe, they could pinpoint where the satellite was along its orbit by measuring the Doppler distortion.

Modernization
  • In 1972, the U.S. Air Force Central Inertial Guidance Test Facility (Holloman AFB), conducted developmental flight tests of two prototype GPS receivers over White Sands Missile Range, using ground-based pseudo-satellites.
  • In 1978, the first experimental Block-I GPS satellite was launched.
  • In 1983, after Soviet interceptor aircraft shot down the civilian airliner KAL 007 that strayed into prohibited airspace due to navigational errors, killing all 269 people on board, U.S. President Ronald Reagan announced that the GPS would be made available for civilian uses once it was completed.
  • By 1985, ten more experimental Block-I satellites had been launched to validate the concept.
  • On February 14, 1989, the first modern Block-II satellite was launched.
  • In 1992, the 2nd Space Wing, which originally managed the system, was de-activated and replaced by the 50th Space Wing.
  • By December 1993, the GPS achieved initial operational capability.
  • By January 17, 1994 a complete constellation of 24 satellites was in orbit.
  • Full Operational Capability was declared by NAVSTAR in April 1995.
  • In 1996, recognizing the importance of GPS to civilian users as well as military users, U.S. President Bill Clinton issued a policy directive declaring GPS to be a dual-use system and establishing an Interagency GPS Executive Board to manage it as a national asset.
  • In 1998, U.S. Vice President Al Gore announced plans to upgrade GPS with two new civilian signals for enhanced user accuracy and reliability, particularly with respect to aviation safety and in 2000 the U.S. Congress authorized the effort, referring to it as GPS III.
  • In 1998, GPS technology was inducted into the Space Foundation Space Technology Hall of Fame.
  • On May 2, 2000 "Selective Availability" was discontinued as a result of the 1996 executive order, allowing users to receive a non-degraded signal globally.
  • In 2004, the United States Government signed an agreement with the European Community establishing cooperation related to GPS and Europe's planned Galileo system.
  • In 2004, U.S. President George W. Bush updated the national policy and replaced the executive board with the National Executive Committee for Space-Based Positioning, Navigation, and Timing.
  • November 2004, QUALCOMM announced successful tests of assisted GPS for mobile phones.
  • In 2005, the first modernized GPS satellite was launched and began transmitting a second civilian signal (L2C) for enhanced user performance.
  • On September 14, 2007, the aging mainframe-based Ground Segment Control System was transitioned to the new Architecture Evolution Plan.
  • The most recent launch was on May 28, 2010.[19] The oldest GPS satellite still in operation was launched on November 26, 1990, and became operational on December 10, 1990.
  • On May 19, 2009, the U. S. Government Accountability Office issued a report warning that some GPS satellites could fail as soon as 2010.
  • On May 21, 2009, the Air Force Space Command allayed fears of GPS failure saying "There's only a small risk we will not continue to exceed our performance standard.

Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Jeep Grand Cherokee 2011

Chrysler announced a new design and the price of the Jeep Grand Cherokee 2011. New Grand Cherokee has fantastic features, such as the revised cabin, all new sheet metal, the new 3.6-liter V6 Engine Pentastar and upgraded suspension. New 2011 Grand Cherokee Laredo 4 x 4 will start to $ 32.995, and Grand Cherokee Laredo 2011 4 × 2 starting at $ 30,995.

Jeep Grand Cherokee

The new V6 increases gas mileage by 11%, for 23 mpg highway (US) — over 500 miles per tank. The interior provides over four inches of increased rear-seat knee and leg room, and 17 percent more cargo volume (as released first on allpar.com). Numerous safety features are standard, and options include Blind-spot/Rear Cross-path detection and Adaptive Cruise Control with Forward Collision Warning, along with FloTV, satellite TV, and Internet router.

The Laredo includes keyless entry, stability control with anti-roll, hill start assist, trailer sway control, side curtain airbags for both rows, active head restraints, power driver's seat, fog lamps, leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, satellite radio, and 17-inch aluminum wheels; the 360 horsepower Hemi V8 will be optional. That model starts at $32,995.

Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Limited adds Quadra-Trac II® with Selec-Terrain (if you get the 4x4), front and second-row heated leather seats, memory settings, High Intensity Discharge auto-leveling headlamps, CommandView dual-pane panoramic sun roof, rear back-up camera, rear park assist, premium audio, automatic temperature control, 18-inch aluminum wheels, Garmin® navigation, rain-sensitive wipers, and bright door handles. The price for Limited is $39,995 including destination.

The ultimate Grand Cherokee, the Overland model, adds the Quadra-Lift air suspension (if you get the 4x4), premium interior with Nappa leather-trimmed and heated seats, vented front seats, wood/leather-wrapped heated steering wheel with memory, power tilt/telescope steering column, wood bezels, leather-stitched instrument panel/doors/center console armrest, power liftgate, and 20-inch aluminum wheels. That model starts at $42,995 including destination.

Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Selec-Terrain™ traction control coordinates up to 12 powertrain, braking, and suspension systems, including throttle control, shifting, the transfer case, and stability control. It is included with the Off-Road Group and Hemi, and is standard on Limited and Overland, provided either Quadra-Drive or Quadra-Trac II is specified. The driver can choose between:

  • Sand/Mud: Traction control and Quadra-Lift are more sensitive to wheel spin, and torque is tuned; 50/50 torque split
  • Sport: Cuts the traction control back, lowers the Jeep by half an inch, and puts up to 80% of power to the rear wheels
  • Automatic operation with torque split at around 40/60 front/rear
  • Snow: Traction and Quadra-Lift tuned for snow-covered roads; the torque split is around 50/50
  • Rock: The suspension raises to the maximum 11.1 (some documents claim just 10.7) inches height and the transfer case, differentials, and throttle coordinate to provide low-speed control; around 50/50 torque split

New Land Rover 2013

Land Rover Range-e Diesel Hybrid uses the basic concept of the Range Rover Sport, Land Rover is equipped with 3.0-liter V6 turbo diesel mixing speed automatic transmission ZT eight.

Hybrid machine claims to produce a maximum speed of 120 mph, some 20 miles on battery power and CO2 emissions of less than 100 g / km.

The new compact place in 2013 Range Rover. With 2WD variant will emit less than 130 g / km of CO2 and will be "the lightest, most efficient fuel Range Rover ever,"
Now Land Rover — who still hasn’t officially dubbed the production model the ‘LRX’ — says that both 2WD and 4WD versions of the vehicle will be on sale in 2011… followed in 2013 by a diesel hybrid.

Previously, Land Rover had admitted to working on a plug-in hybrid diesel-electric version of their popular Range Rover Sport, which they said could be able to go 20 miles on a charge, have a 20 minute fast charge time and go on sale in 2012. This is the first we’ve heard of other models in the Range Rover line up getting the hybrid treatment — although it certainly makes more sense to do it to a smaller vehicle.

The 2WD, diesel hybrid, and plug-in options all highlight just how much of a struggle it is for a company like Land Rover to meet the needs of the times. Purists will surely scoff at the idea of a 2WD Land Rover, but when the company is up against such stringent requirements, what else are they to do? Wither and die?

Land Rover is set to reveal a new Defender for 2013. This can be extremely tricky because the reason Britain’s Jeep remained largely untouched since its birth is because of its loyal following. Customers like its basic utilitarian structure, which has made it a European workhorse. What will not help the new Defender’s acceptance with the loyalists is that it will likely be based on the Discovery in order to reduce costs. This will include trading in the coil spring suspension for an independent setup that may include air bags for adjusting ride height.

Land Rover currently sells about 25,000 Defenders per year. It’s now hoping that the updated and modernized vehicle will push sales to 40,000. No word yet on if this means a return of the Defender to the U.S. Land Rover had to stop selling the Discovery here in 1997 because of safety regulations, but a modern car may finally account for current rules.

New Aston Martin Rapide 2010

Aston Martin Rapide, the first four-door coupe, Aston Martin, began to be marketed in the United States. The definition of fusion of sports car with luxury sedan comfort, with new price $ 199,950 you can have. That low price in the class Aston Martin rapide. In addition to the first four-door vehicle, the Aston Martin Rapide is' the first model of land made outside the UK. This model is produced in Graz, Austria in cooperation with Magna Steyr. Magna is known as the option to outsource the production car class in Europe. BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Porsche, including the customer. But the truth is not what happened. Aston Martin's plant capacity fully Gaydon. Since the collapse of the global economy, the Aston Martin to re-think to add production capacity. Middle of the road, in outsourcing.

With that price, the Aston Martin sports car that promises very impressive. Has been very impressive standard specification Aston Martin says that the launch schedule of this model at the beginning of the second quarter of 2010. Specifications include an audio system designed specifically for Aston Martin Rapide, Bang & Olufsen Beosound. Bang & Olufsen has a reputation as a Rolex watch for the highest sound quality. Another standard feature is covering the hot seat memory, dual-cast brake and adaptive damping systems.

ARCHITECTURE
Underpinning the Rapide concept is Aston Martin's VH architecture, developed to offer exceptional manufacturing flexibility. This high-strength, low-mass architecture forms the backbone of the current generation of Aston Martins, spearheaded by the DB9 Coupé and flanked by the DB9 Volante and the Vantage.

The extruded aluminium construction of the VH architecture can be modified in both length and width, providing a myriad of packaging options, and the chemically-bonded structure (using glues derived from aircraft manufacture) is mated with bodywork that mixes aluminium and composite materials. The architecture’s flexibility is further demonstrated by its use in the DBR9 racing car, where it is combined with carbon-fibre composite body panels to produce a modern race car of rare beauty.

EXTERIOR
The visual language of Aston Martin is highly distinctive. Across a range of three cars, the company's design team, led by Design Director Marek Reichman, fulfils Aston Martin’s core values – power, beauty and soul – with bodywork that is taut, poised and muscular. “The brand is about the driving experience,” says Reichman, explaining how the concept is intended to provide everything customers have to come to expect from an Aston Martin, and more. “We wanted to make the most beautiful four-door car in the world,” he says, as he traces the Rapide’s development from a series of exploratory sketches in the Summer of 2005 to the finished, fully-functioning prototype. In the process, Reichman and his team explored the way the Rapide might be used, where and when it would be driven, even who would be driving. The four-door body was a natural way of providing access to the Rapide’s increased interior space, part of Aston Martin's commitment to design usability. “If there’s a space then you should also offer accessibility, otherwise you’re not being honest,” explains Dr Bez.

Reichman describes the 'beautiful harmony' of the line that runs through the Rapide's bodywork, giving the car the appearance of motion even while stationary, an athlete in flight, rather than crouched and coiled upon the starting blocks. “It’s not a wedge, it’s graceful and flowing,” he explains, “we decided to let the lines flow right through the body to the tail, which ends very beautifully. In silhouette, the Rapide shares the same sinuous line as its two-door siblings, although when compared with the poised stance of the Vantage with its sprinter-like forward thrust, the Rapide is a long distance runner.” Reichman believes that proportion is fundamental to how a car is perceived. “There are forms that appear at ease and forms that appear tense and uncomfortable,” he says, “we wanted to make everything on the Rapide work in harmony.” Achieving this required the intuitive skills of Aston Martin’s modelling team, who work with both raw clay models and advanced computer modelling. “We put character and feeling into the surface,” says Reichman. “Our designers and modellers work with a sculptural language here at Aston Martin - the play of light on the surface are incredibly important to us.” Full-scale models are viewed in daylight and dusk conditions, for example, to ensure that the dramatic surface forms remain an integral element of each and every Aston Martin. Reichman believes that technology like the VH architecture allows him “to keep the form language and soul of the product.”

INTERIOR
The Rapide continues Aston Martin’s reputation for highly-tailored, individual cockpits. The trademark glass starter button is a small element of theatre that is also beautiful and tactile, the perfect first point of contact with the car. Providing sporty accommodation for four passengers in such a low and beautiful coupé presents a formidable packaging challenge.

Sitting low to the ground, just four centimetres higher than a DB9, the interior is an exquisite leather-swathed package, with custom-embossed shagreen hide specially sourced for the Rapide. “It’s very cosseting,” admits Reichman, “it’s about creating a personal experience of the journey.” Like a set of exquisite hand-tooled luggage, the interior is compact yet also surprisingly spacious, with great attention to detail, like the extensive map and accessory storage and the mood lighting that maximises the feeling of volume.

Aston Martin has always been about truth to materials: wood is valued for its structural properties and appearance, as are aluminium, glass and leather, while carbon fibre is utilised for its strength and weight-saving abilities and not just a showy finish. A transparent polycarbonate roof brings an increased sense of spatial awareness, opening up the passengers' vistas beyond the driver’s focus on the road ahead. This ultra-light transparent material is a first for the company. The Rapide has dual climate zones, and the luxuriously appointed rear seats come with their own DVD screens and controls for the audio system and environmental system.

TRADITION
Aston Martin has always acknowledged the need for elegant, high-speed touring sports cars. The four-door, four-seater saloon displayed at the 1927 Olympia Motor Show began a long tradition of cars that combined elegance, style and power with usability. The Olympia car was a closed-body tourer that sported long, flowing lines for the era, tapering to a luggage trunk and mounted on a tubular frame. The car was also low to the ground, purposeful and sporting. Four years later another four-door saloon was exhibited, with an aluminium-panelled body by Bertelli, finely engineered, detailed and upholstered throughout, with intriguing touches like the roof-mounted opening glass panel above the rear passenger compartment.

THE JOURNEY
Every journey in an Aston Martin is an occasion, proving that the most enjoyable way of getting between two points isn't always a straight line. The Vanquish S, DB9 Coupé, DB9 Volante and Vantage are all designed to sharpen the senses, extracting every grain of texture from the road surface, with high levels of driver feedback and involvement. Yet when conditions preclude making progress or spirited driving, an Aston Martin adopts a relaxing, restrained character, with the massive reserves of torque and power combining with the uniquely cosseting interior to envelop the driver and their passengers in the Aston Martin experience.

The Rapide continues this tradition - a fast, cross-country machine that excels in any driving conditions. The Aston Martin customer doesn’t need to have their choice dissected in minute detail: these are cars which appeal primarily to the heart, strong emotional design that is also subtle and discrete. The Rapide is a uniquely personal machine, its interior representing the very best of the company’s immensely skilled workforce, demonstrating how each Aston Martin is still tailored to a customer’s precise requirements. It also represents the high degree of personalisation offered by ultra-modern production facilities and a model line-up underpinned by a flexible architecture - a new model that could broaden the range to cater for every requirement.

Aston Martin One 2010

Special mix of shows by Aston Martin. Detail in the modification of carbon black metallic paint with a bespoke, black Obsidian with piano black accents and hand stitching. In Audio System, Aston Martin has Bang and Olufsen Beosound DBS 1000 watts power and 13 speakers.
New Aston Martin DBS Special Carbon Black 2011 Special Edition will be touring in Los Angeles, Washington, San Francisco, Dallas, Miami and Chicago.



The different driving experiences we offer have been specially developed by Aston Martin to meet the demanding requirements of Aston Martin owners. Each experience is designed to be one-to-one in nature with experienced hand-selected instructors who have extensive knowledge of Aston Martin cars, track and road driving. The selected venues around the world were chosen because of their ability to offer the most unique and exclusive experience for our customers, we hope you agree!



ARCHITECTURE
Underpinning is Aston Martin's VH architecture, developed to offer exceptional manufacturing flexibility. This high-strength, low-mass architecture forms the backbone of the current generation of Aston Martins, spearheaded by the DB9 Coupé and flanked by the DB9 Volante and the Vantage.

The extruded aluminum construction of the VH architecture Can be modified in both length and width, Providing a Myriad of packaging options, and the chemically-bonded structure (using glues derived from aircraft manufacture) is mated with bodywork That mixes aluminum and composite materials. The architecture's flexibility is further demonstrated by its use in the DBR9 racing car, Nowhere it is combined with carbon-fiber composite body panels to Produce a modern race car of rare beauty.


Every journey in an Aston Martin is an occasion, proving That the most enjoyable way of getting Between two points, Is not always a straight line. The Vanquish S, DB9 Coupé, DB9 Volante and Vantage are all Designed to Sharpen the senses, extracting Every grain of texture from the road surface, with high levels of driver feedback and involvement. Yet Pls conditions preclude making progress or Spirited driving, an Aston Martin adopts a relaxing, restrained character, with the massive reserves of torque and power combining with the Uniquely cosseting interior to envelop the driver and passengers on their experience in the Aston Martin.

Monday, May 24, 2010

Fiat Uno 2011

Generation five-door hatchback Fiat Uno 2011 launch in South America, and will be marketed in Brazil. Fiat Uno Flex fuel has a new 1.0-liter engine can produce 73 hp and 83 hp in the 1.4-liter with five-speed manual gearbox is standard.

New Fiat Uno in 2011 has a version of the green concept, called the Uno Ecology, with lower emissions and fuel economy better and create renewable materials can be recycled. On the exterior, the New United Nations has a roof mounted solar panels help keep the batteries charged. .. Woww can stop / start systems reduce fuel consumption.



The 2011 Fiat Uno front airbags and seat belts with pre-tensioner, non-compulsory items for every version of the new Fiat Uno models, complement the hood’s action, reinforcing safety. On the mechanical aspect, the new 2011 Fiat Uno incorporates solutions which ensure its stability and facilitate the driver maintain control of the vehicle in every situation. For the new 2011 Fiat Uno, the brakes were sized according to the version and the presence, or not, of ABS system.




Finally 2011 Fiat Uno, to create braking on slippery roads safer provides an anti-block system (ABS) on brakes as an optional item in all versions. The new 2011 Fiat Uno marks the premiere of the Fire Evo family of engines that strong points are reduction in fuel consumption and better use of energy, with lower emission of pollutants and noise. Developed by FPT – Powertrain Technologies in Brazil, the Evo family equips every versions of the new 2011 Fiat Uno with 1.0 liter and 1.4 liter engines. This construction reduces the engine friction on both sides.

The new 2011 Fiat Uno Fiat Uno comes to the market in 4 versions with various color such as yellow, red, black, etc, initially all of them with four doors (the two-door versions will be available on coming months. Vivace 1.0 Flex. Way 1.0 Flex. Attractive 1.4 Flex. Fiat Uno Attractive 1.4 Flex incorporates, in addition to the Fire 1.4 Evo engine. The new Fiat Uno has a contractual warranty of one year with no mileage limit.

Specification NEW BMW Z4

BMW Z4 ranks 8 out of 9 Luxury Sports Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 28 published reviews and test drives of the BMW Z4, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.

The 2010 BMW Z4 is bigger and badder than ever before. Plus, it now features a standard retractable hard top that lowers in just 20 seconds. One of the best all-around roadsters in this highly-competitive class, the 2010 BMW Z4 was named a finalist showdown for "Car of the Year."

Reviewers report that the 2010 BMW Z4 is the total package. It's sexy, luxurious, and sporty enough to wow most drivers. "While some premium roadster drivers are serious about power, handling and feel, a good many are more interested in style and fresh-air fun," writes Kelley Blue Book. "In a segment that includes the Porsche Boxster, Mercedes-Benz SLK and Audi TT, no car can appeal to both camps more so than the latest Z4. Inside, outside and underneath, the Z4 has the makings of one of the all-time great roadsters."



A whole new set of clothes and a new engine. Two models are in the lineup?Z4 sDrive 30i and sDrive35i, "s" denoting rear drive. Previous controversial flame-surfacing is tempered, the hump in the rear is smoothed, and the interior includes a new steering wheel and instrument pod. Coupe and softtop models continue, convertible gets hardtop option.




If you're in the market for luxury sports roadster, be sure to test drive the class-leading 2010 Porsche Boxster. It costs roughly the same as the 2010 BMW Z4, but is a much more capable sports performer and offers loads of more cargo room -- which enhances its practicality. Just note that while the 2010 BMW Z4's standard hardtop is retractable, the Boxster's is optional and must be manually removed.





BMW Z4 Performance & Efficiency Standard Features

  • 2,979 cc 3 liters 6 in-line front engine with 84 mm bore, 89.6 mm stroke, 10.2 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder M54
  • Premium unleaded fuel
  • Fuel economy EPA highway (l/100km): 8
  • Multi-point injection fuel system
  • Main 55 liter premium unleaded fuel tank
  • Power: SAE and 168 kW , 225 HP @ 5,900 rpm; 214 ft lb , 290 Nm @ 3,500 rpm
  • Read more: http://www.motortrend.com/new_cars/04/bmw/z4/index.html#ixzz0p4MCUlmS

Nite Drag Race di IIMS 2010

Jakarta - In order to enliven the exhibition 18th Indonesia International Motorshow (IIMS) in 2010, the organizers are ready to hold Nite Drag Race which will take place July 24 to 25, 2010.

"This event is our title because of numerous requests from the community. Besides the drag race is now a trend," said Chief Organizer IIMS 2010, Johnny Darmawan, Tuesday (30 / 3), in Jakarta.

With the theme of Eco-Technology Motoring, IIMS 2010 is expected to also be able to become a means of educating both for visitors and general public.

With this theme, it is hoped all those involved in the automotive industry ranging from car makers, advocates and consumer product manufacturers will be increasingly aware of the importance of protecting the environment in order to minimize the impact of global warming are increasingly alarming.

On the 18th of this exhibition, Gaikindo sure that the automotive world, including all pencintanya It welcomed this grand exhibition. Until now, there are 23 car manufacturers who have indicated their participation in IIMS 2010, namely Audi, BMW, Chevrolet, Daihatsu, Ford, Photon, Fuso, Hino, Honda, Hyundai, Isuzu, Jaguar, KIA, Mazda, Mercedes Benz, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Nissan Diesel, Proton, Subaru, Suzuki, Toyota and VW.

IIMS 2010 will use the land area of 100,000 m2 will be achieved through four incoming access. Free shuttle buses will continue to serve visitors from some of the malls in Jakarta Plaza Senayan, FX Center and Pondok Indah Mall.

IIMS 2010 will be open every day starting on July 23 until August 1, 2010, starting at 10:00 to 21:00 am, with ticket prices of Rp 20,000 on Monday-Thursday and Rp 30,000 on Friday-Sunday (weekend). Especially for the first day, dated July 23, 2010, IIMS only for special invitations and media (VIP & Press Day). As the proclamation inilah.com.

Sunday, May 23, 2010

Spesification New Peugeot 308 RCZ

The engineers since launching the Peugeot RCZ concept (September 2007) at the Frankfurt Motor Show, thinking this really looks like a sport coupe, the Audi TT (1998) and the Volkswagen Scirocco (1974).

When it comes to the show trials 308 RCZ (1.6 L THP (petrol) and 2.0 L HDi FAP (diesel)) in Spain at the invitation of PT Astra International Tbk Peugeot (13-14/4).

Although made from the platform (deck monocoque) The Same with the Peugeot 308, this two-door sports sedan had a strong independent character. Namely the design of corrugated roofing (double-bubble) and the replacement of aluminum Pillars arc ABC.


Peugeot 308 RC Z review:
A new compact hatchback destined for the medium car segment, it has many strengths that will appeal to a broad customer base, not least due to its semi-tall architecture with its promise of greater interior space, its improved visibility and its brighter interior, but also its exemplary road holding, its range of high-performance engines, its high levels of safety and a number of design features which contribute to improving on-board comfort and convenience inside the car. Finally, its aerodynamic shape and “feline” elegance give it a strong and immediately recognisable identity. Naturally the 308’s three and fi ve door body styles are only part of the “T7” programme.

While some body styles are already confi rmed and in development, some are still yet to be created and are currently only in the imagination of the designers and engineers who are so passionate about cars.

Nevertheless, their ideas sometimes come together to give life to even the most fantastic ideas. In such cases their dreams fi nally become reality, making way for part-real, part-fantasy automotive designs. The result of such ideas is the 308 RC Z concept car.


Even for a unique model, Peugeot’s designers do everything they can to make their dreams become a reality and leave nothing to chance. Safety is also made a top priority.

While the exceptional road holding of the 308 RC Z concept car forms the basis of its primary safety, it is supplemented by safety equipment borrowed from the 308 hatchback, Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) and the directional bi-Xenon headlamps. Similarly, in terms of secondary safety, the 308 RC Z uses the same impact protection structures, in particular the three impact absorption structures at the front, designed to provide a rigid structure which can deform in a controlled manner, maximising the absorption of impact forces.

Specification of New Peugeot 308 RCZ:
  • Engine: (Euro 5) Gasoline / Diesel
  • Type: 1.6 L THP (EP6CDTX) Gasoline (turbocharged) 2.0 L HDi FAP (DW10CTED4) Diesel
  • Capacity: 1598 cc / 1997 cc
  • Power: 200 dk/5.500 - 6800 rpm rpm/120 dk/3.750
  • Max torque: 275 Nm/1.700-4.500 rpm/340 Nm/2.000-3.000
  • Gearbox: MCM in / A 6 Speed M / T and ML6C 6 Speed M / T
  • Tires: 235/45/R18 W - 19 W 235/40/R
  • Speed Max.: 237 kpj/220 kpj
  • Kpj Acceleration 0-100: 7.5 sec / 2.8 sec
  • Acceleration: 80-120 kpj (top gear): 7.8 sec / 9.9 sec
  • Fuel consumption: 1 L/10, 98 km and 1 L/14, 70 km (in city)
  • L/17 1, 8 km and 1 L/22, 22 km (outer city)
  • Levels of CO2 Emissions: 159 g / km and 139 g / km
  • Tank Capacity: 55 litres
  • Dimensions (Length x Width x Height): 4287 mm x 1845 mm x 1359 mm
  • Front overhang: 934 mm
  • Rear overhang: 741 mm
  • Cornerstone distance Wheels Front: 1 580 mm
  • Cornerstone Distance Rear Wheel: 1593 mm
  • Gross Weight (full tank): 1 275 kg and 1370 kg

Scion iQ Dari Toyota Di New York Auto Show

U.S. - Scion iQ from Toyota on the New York International Auto Show event in the United States. Scion iQ will be marketed in the U.S. began the first quarter of 2011.
iQ equipped with engines, 1.3L four-cylinder that produces a force of more than 1990 hp and the latest features dual VVT-i thus saving fuel.
Scion iQ is also equipped with active safety features include Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), anti-lock brake system (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Traction Control (TRAC). iQ features a standard 10 SRS airbags, including curtain airbags for the world's first rear window.

Well, well, well – it looks like Toyota's iQ is coming to the U.S. after all, only it will be (as reported) sporting a Scion badge. Makes sense. Especially as according to Scion, the world's smallest four-seater is aimed squarely at a very young demographic. Not just young, but hip and urban, too. In fact, we were told that the iQ represents a "new urbanism," and is a vehicle for a "progressive buyer." We can hear Glenn Beck's aneurysm from here.

As for details, the "mini-er, smart-er" iQ sports a 1.3-liter engine delivering its not-yet-divulged power through a CVT. Mileage should be in the high 30s, which is reasonable but far from overwhelming for such a small package. The iQ will also ship with stability control, traction control and ABS, as well as ten – count 'em – ten airbags, as well as the industry's first-ever rear window bag. As for now, that's the whole story. We'll update you on price, performance specs, and on-sale date when we know more. Press release after the jump.

Perbandingan Innova, Exora, dan Livina


Undoubtedly MPV vehicles in Indonesia is even labeled as a favorite Indonesian car really. Starting from the emergence of Deer, to change the Innova and the emergence of several competitors who have been condemned as a 'killer Innova'.

Now there are many challengers Toyota Innova, judging from the dimensions and specifications of two similar-similar. This vehicle is Exora of Proton and Grand Livinda from Nissan. Let's see the results komparasinya.

Accommodation
Innova **** (4 Stars)
Exora *** (3 Stars)
Grand Livina ** (2 Stars)

Actually by looking at the dimensions of the region is predicted between the third cabin MPV. Innova as owner of the clearest bodies bongsor this time as a winner. These vehicles have a cabin relief for even the most backward.

There Exora nearest competitor with dimensions something like Innova. Exora spacious cabin as well, though still feeling a bit tight at the back. Last Grand Livina as owner of the most petite body, clearly limited accommodation.

Features
Innova * (1 Star)
Exora *** (3 Stars)
Grand Livina ** (2 Stars)

Exora look forward, visible from the air conditioner evenly each row passengers, while only one blower Innova and Grand Livina only with double blower. Some other advantages Exora head unit with bluetooth, also on the steering wheel audio controls.

Exora still adding features that the safety devices, including dual airbags ABS and EBD, as well as parking sensors and immobilizer. Innova time have only an audio cassette audio player while the Grand Livina on Innova, but still below Exora.

Most Innova Area
Features more Exora

Comfort
Innova **** (4 Stars)
Exora ** (2 Stars)
Grand Livina *** (3 Stars)

Third MPV is designed for family transport, so clearly one of the comfort factor. Therefore, the third MPV use snails in four wheel despite having a 'taste' different 'comfort.

Innova is considered to have the softest suspension and cabin-resistant, air-conditioning is good or bad either way. Grand Livina also soft suspension and quiet cabin, although still below the Innova. While the types Exora has little good sport suspension and high-speed, but still a bit difficult if slowly.

Performance
Innova *** (3 Stars)
Exora ** (2 Stars)
Grand Livina **** (4 Stars)

Although the same dimensions, but each machine brings the MPV has a different capacity. Innova as owner of the largest capacity and responsive 2000cc manual transmission will have better performance.

Grand Livina also not be underestimated because of his 1.500cc engine quite responsive and able to resist the Innova. Unfortunately, lack of performance shown by Exora, although the 1600cc engine is quite sophisticated but not good enough transmission response.
Innova acceleration Exora GrandLivina
0-100km/jam 13.4 seconds 16.3 seconds 13.6 seconds
40-80km/jam 5.7 seconds 7.2 seconds 5.6 seconds
0 - 19.2 seconds 20.1 seconds 402meter 19.2 seconds

Innova Comfortable in Any Field

Most of the fuel store in the Grand Livina

Force
Innova ** (2 Stars)
Exora *** (3 Stars)
Grand Livina ** (2 Stars)

Well this is one important consideration for some circles in buying a car. Exora as new entrants to design a better choice 'fresh'. Also equipped with LED lights give the impression Exora step forward.

Innova as long player also has undergone some changes, especially in the rear lights and bumper that looks more luxurious. While the Grand Livina although barely changed but the design still has a real fan itself.

Fuel Consumption
* Innova (1 Star)
Exora ** (2 Stars)
Grand Livina *** (3 Stars)

This factor is also important to consider. Each machine that brings the MPV has embraced technology to manage their own names valves. Innova with VVT-i, the Grand Livina with CVTC Exora with her and CPS.

However, fuel consumption teririt still held the Grand Livina, which has the smallest engine capacity. Innova with heavy machinery and the biggest surprise is that most do not drink gasoline, which was then followed by different Exora thin with Innova.
Innova conditions Exora GrandLivina
In the city of 1.9 1 / 9, 7 1 / 12
Constant (100km/jam), 1 / 12 1 / 14 1 / 19
Out of 1 / 11 1 / 12 1 / 14

Price
Innova ** (2 Stars)
Exora * (1 Star)
Grand Livina *** (3 Stars)

As the current recession conditions, clearly the price becomes very sensitive to the considerations in buying a car. Grand Livina with various points above, it becomes very valuable to waalupun money price of Rp 187 million.

Although cheaper, but the performance and comfort of the Grand Livina, although no doubt there are still some weaknesses in some points. Exora official car with the most expensive price of USD 198 million and USD 208 million Exora dibanderol.

Conclusion
MPV comparison, this time not in the same class, but the common thread is the closeness taken property price and engine capacity. Innova advantages in terms of performance, accommodations and comfort.

While winning the Grand Livina fuel consumption, comfort and a more affordable price. While Exora superior in style, accommodation and stunning features. The result of the final assessment in your hand. At least this time the cake is not limited to the Innova MPV and it was quite a relief for other car manufacturers. (As in beriitakan by JS).

NEW NISSAN JUKE 2010

Designed in the UK, the market in question is a B-segment in Europe, designed with the concept Qazana car. In Paris, Nissan inaugurates new CUV, the design that looks fresh, and very interesting out of style, is expected to gain success. Options offered in two wheel or four wheel drive, with 187 hp gasoline engine in 1600 or 1500 cc diesel turbo, for 2 wheel drive 6-speed manual transmission while the four wheel drive with CVT automatic transmission. Prices range from £ 12,000.


  • Key Competitors: Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Kia Sportage.
  • Power: 1.6L direct-injection 4-cylinder turbo – 180-hp / 170 lb-ft of torque.
  • Transmission: Nissan Xtronic CVT with S-mode, 6-speed manual (SV FWD and SL FWD models only).
  • Availability: Fall of 2010.
  • Pricing: TBA but will start under $20,000.


JUKE is about to carve out a unique space in the rapidly growing compact crossover/hatchback segment with its combination of striking design, agile handling and driving pleasure and user friendly technology,” said Brian Carolin, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing, Nissan North America. “Add in the convenience, versatility and high seating positioning of a traditional compact SUV – and pricing that is expected to start at just under $20,000 – and you’ve got a vehicle unlike any other in its class.”

Think of the 2011 Nissan Juke as a Nissan Cube SUV carrying an optional all-wheel-drive system, abstract (or unique) styling and a vehicle that it targeted towards the young car buyer.





Saturday, May 22, 2010

Spesifikasi 2010 New Hummer H3

CFC or Car Film Components from Germany, has launched an upgrade program to improve strength and appearance of the Hummer H3. CFC Hummer H3 equipped with a programmable ECU re-create the strength increases. Another luxury is reflected from the rear camera, mini bar and leather seats and Alcantara.

With a base price of more than $ 33,000, H3 is one of the most expensive SUV in its class - even when compared to other off-road SUV. Even worse, a bad economy 14/18 mpg fuel rating is the lowest in its class. While these factors can make the H3 looks like a bad value, good all-terrain capability and high ground clearance might make it worthwhile for real off-road enthusiasts. In addition, the base 2009 model received an "Excellent" rating from IntelliChoice, which means the five-year cost of ownership better than average.


However, if you can live without a military Hummer-inspired styling, there are more affordable options available. "For shoppers without true wanderlust, medium other SUV at more reasonable,".



SPESIFICATION
Utility Performance
  • -Engine: 3.7L in-line 5 with a double overhead cam VVT (10.0: 1 compression ratio; four valves per cylinder)
  • -Fuel: unleaded (87 octane)
  • -Multi-point injection fuel system
  • -23.0 Gallon main unleaded fuel tank 19.1
  • -Power: 239 HP (178 kW) @ 5800 rpm, 241 lb ft of torque (325 Nm) @ 4600 rpm
Ride & Braking
  • -ABS
  • -4.560:1 Axle ratio
  • -Four disc brakes including two ventilated discs
  • Electronic brake-Distribution
  • -Electronic traction control via ABS & engine management
  • -Immobilizer
  • -Fullsize alloy rim spare wheel
  • -Stability control
  • -Wishbone independent front suspension with stabilizer bar and torsion springs, beam rear suspension rigid with stabilizer bar and leaf springs
Exterior
  • The driver and passenger-3 row window
  • -Black front and rear bumpers
  • -Day time running lights
  • -Driver and passenger power black door mirrors
  • -External dimensions: overall length (inches): 187.5, overall width (inches): 85.0, overall height (inches): 73.2, ground clearance (inches): 9.7, wheelbase (inches): 111.9 , front track (inches): 65.0, rear track (inches): 65.5, and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 37.0
  • Front fog-lights
  • -Complex surface lens halogen bulb
  • -Luxury trim alloy look on dashboard
  • -Metallic paint
  • -Driver side and passenger side rear side windows
  • -Fixed rear window with defogger and intermittent
  • -Removable roof rails
  • , Underbody protection for fuel tank, transfer case and for engine
  • -Weights: gross vehicle weight rating (lbs) 6001, curb weight (lbs) 4695, gross trailer weight braked (lbs) 4,500 and max payload (lbs) 1312
  • -Windshield wipers with variable intermittent delete
Interior
  • -12v power outlet: cargo and front
  • -AC
  • -Anti-theft protection
  • -Audio system with satellite and CD player
  • -Cargo area dimensions: length (cm): 60.1, width between arches (inches): 42.1 and height (inches): 36.4
  • -Cargo capacity: rear seat down (cu ft): 62.9 and all seats in place (cu ft): 25.0
  • -Phone
  • -Hours
  • -Compass
  • -Delayed / fade courtesy lights
  • -Cruise control
  • Front-seat and rear seats cup holders
  • -External temperature
  • -Floor covering: carpet in passenger compartment and carpet in load area
  • -Floor mats
  • -Driver front airbag with multi-stage deployment, front passenger airbags with passenger sensor and multi-stage deployment
  • Electrically-Bucket driver seat height is adjusted with the adjustment, the adjustment lumbar, four adaptation and adjustment of electrical tilt, power and electricity, bucket passenger seat
  • Height-adjustable 3-point reel front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat with pre-tensioners
  • Front-seat center armrest
  • Two heads of high-tailored restriction on front seats, two head restraints on rear seats
  • -Lighting control with dusk sensor
  • -Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 40.7, rear headroom (inches): 39.8, front hip room (inches): 53.8, rear hip room (inches): 48.1, front leg room ( inches): 41.9, rear leg room (inches): 36.1, front shoulder room (inches): 54.4 and rear shoulder room (inches): 53.5
  • Low tire pressure-Measure
  • -Remote power locks including trunk / hatch
  • Power-Steering wheel
  • -Front power windows with one one-touch, rear power windows
  • -Front reading lamps
  • -3-point reel rear seat belts on driver side, passenger side and center side
  • Three split-bench front facing rear seats with zero adjustments asymmetrical fold flat to floor
  • -Automatic operation rear view mirror
  • -Front and rear side curtain airbags
  • -Cloth seat upholstery with additional cloth
  • -Seating: five seats
  • -Service interval indicator
  • -Six speaker (s)
  • -Plastic steering wheel with tilt adjustment
  • Distance-measuring devices quickly
  • Telematics includes off-machine
  • -Passenger vanity mirror
  • -Ventilation System

Friday, May 21, 2010

2010 Lexus ES 350

The Lexus ES 350 debuts revised styling, new luxury amenities and the all-new telematics system, Lexus Enform™ and Safety Connect™, for 2010. Newly standard rear seat-mounted side airbags bring the number of airbags in the ES 350 to 10.
In its fifth generation, the Lexus ES 350 continues to blur the line between “entry luxury” and “prestige luxury.” Revised headlamps, a new grille, new grille surround, chrome body side molding and new front bumper with revised lower intake and integrated fog lamps underscore the car’s refined character. Side mirrors now feature integrated turn signals, and the tail lamps are redesigned. Elegant new exterior colors accentuate the distinctive design in the 2010 ES 350.


When the Lexus ES 350 was introduced in 2007, was accepted as the Best New Cars of 2007 list of the combination of comfort, luxury and value-for-money. Now in its third year of production, the ES 350 was little changed - as a reason to love him. But some new competitors emerging in recent years - so that no ES 350 is still outstanding?
Lexus surplus handsome, smooth, quiet and comfortable, 0ffer similar choices to those found in high-end model of the Lexus, the name was so reasonably priced. Leather seats are an additional option fee.


  • Lexus 350 ES is the entry-level model; share mechanical bits with the Toyota Camry
  • Price range: $ 35.145 - $ 46.625
  • Model tested / price: ES 350 Pebble Beach Edition, $ 41,995
  • EPA fuel economy estimates: 19 MPG city/27 MPG highway
  • Best rivals: Lincoln MKZ, Infiniti G37, Sedan Hyundai Genesis

For 2010, renowned Lexus luxury is enhanced by revised steering wheel controls, as well as new wood trim choices. A revised center console offers more storage than before. An array of new user technologies expands navigation capability and music playing options. The updated optional navigation system features improved Voice Command casual-language voice recognition to enhance owner convenience.
The new standard Lexus Memory System controls and stores settings for the driver’s seat (except lumbar), outside mirrors and steering wheel. Rain-sensing windshield wipers, previously optional, are now standard.



2010 Buick Lacrosse

Buick Lacrosse is one of proud achievement, and that he always thought the car was underestimated. For 2010, Buick is rolling out a new all-lacrosse, and now that the General had been trimmed to just four brands, the spotlight is on mid-size Buick was new. Lacrosse Was 2010 a car that would make Bob and GM is proud? And whether it's one that really wants to buy? Read on. Price range $ 27,835 economy - $ 41,895, EPA fuel preliminary estimates 16-20 MPG city, 26-30 MPG highway.

When they introduced the all-new Acura TL in the year 2009, I complain bitterly about the complex controls, navigation systems are bad, weird style, there is no option, and dashboards that looked like it was designed by a committee seventh graders.


Lacrosse / Allure: mid-size sedan the all new Buick, with bold styling is intended to bring much needed attention to this often overlooked sedan. CX and CXL models will initially be supported by a new 255-horsepower 3.0-liter V6, all with direct fuel injection coupled to a six-speed automatic transmission, later in the model, the CX will get a 182 hp 2.4-liter four-cylinder direct injection engines as standard . CX models use a front-wheel-drive, while the CXL offers a choice of all-wheel-drive. The-of-the-top line CXS get the 280 hp 3.6-liter V6 direct injection, six-speed automatic and front-wheel-drive. Available features include adaptive lighting, blind spot warning system and DVD entertainment system. Because the word "lacrosse" has a bad connotation in Quebec French, car will once again be known as the Allure in Canada