Wednesday, February 24, 2010

More luxury Nissan Patrol

Nissan Patrol

On February, 14th, 2010 in Abu-Dhabi the presentation of off-road car Nissan Patrol of the seventh generation has taken place.

New off-road car Nissan Patrol

Nissan Patrol remained same impressive and serious as earlier, however now body outlines look less angular and more corresponding to a spirit of the age. The same concerns also salon: company Nissan has used reasonable efforts to make an interior as much as possible comfortable and pleasant.

It means, that now an interior will fit a skin, the polished aluminium and a tree, and the new multiscreen entertaining DVD-system can brag of two 7-inch monitors which have been built in headrests of forward armchairs. Besides, designers could increase by 100 mm space for feet of passengers of the second row of armchairs and facilitate a life to inhabitants of the third row of seats.

New Nissan Patrol

Off-road car Nissan Patrol

Interior Nissan Patrol

2011 Nissan Patrol

Nissan Patrol last generation it is constructed on the basis of a new platform and it's completed more powerful 5,6-l V8 with power of 400HP, the maximum twisting which moment makes 550Nm. Further there should be motors easier, however at present no information on them is present. But it is precisely known that the 400-strong unit will incorporate to a 7-step automatic transmission and the updated system of a full drive allowing quickly to choose one of four variants of preoptions: for movement on highway, sand, snow and a stony surface.

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Toyota will cardinally change design of FT86

Toyota FT-86

Japanese edition Holiday Autos asserts, that by the start moment in manufacture Toyota FT86 completely will change outwardly.

Toyota FT-86 Concept

Initially there were three design projects of appearance of the car. The first has been developed in Japan, the second in Europe and the third in the United States. FT86 in that kind in which it is known now, there is a work of the French designers. Now, allegedly, the American variant developed by studio Calty Design Research becomes the favourite.

It is informed also, that version Subaru now known under an index 216А, will have the same shape, as Toyota though can find a number of technical differences. Without change, irrespective of the chosen design, there will be a chosen concept: an inexpensive rear-wheel compartment with a technical stuffing of joint working out Toyota and Subaru.

The presented image has no binding to an official source and is work of independent artists, on the basis of other works Calty Design.

Toyota Motor Presents...

Difficultly unequivocally to tell, how much given Holiday Autos correspond to the validity as official data while are not present. However, the last it is no wonder, after all for all time of existence of project Subaru practically never informed nothing officially on the future novelty, and all data proceeded from Toyota Motor.

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Lexus has presented a photo of a new compact hatchback

Lexus CT 200h

Company Lexus has published the first photo of five-door hatchback CT 200h. The debut of the car constructed in stylistics of concept car LF-Ch, will take place next month on a motor show in Geneva. On it informs network edition Autoblog.

Compact hatchback Lexus

On preliminary data, the dimensional length of compact hatchback Lexus will make 4300 mm, width — 1790 mm, height — 1400 mm, and the wheel base will be equal to 2600 mm.

It is supposed, that Lexus CT 200h will receive units from Toyota Prius: the 1,8-litre petrol motor power of 136HP. Subsequently in hatchback scale there will be more powerful versions 300h and 400h. Also it is expected, that the novelty will be accessible and with usual internal combustion engines.

In salons of the European car dealers compact hatchback Lexus will arrive in the autumn of current year. The car will make competition Audi A3 and BMW 1-Series.

New Lexus CT200h

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Mugen represents 200 copies of Honda Civic Type-R

New Honda Civic

Company Honda tuning studio — Mugen — engaged in operational development of exclusively cars of this mark, has presented the special updating of hatchback Civic Type-R which has received name Mugen 200. In total it is planned to make 200 cars in this version. On it informs site Carscoop.

Honda Civic Type-R by Mugen

The special version of car Honda Civic Type-R will be painted exclusively in white colour and begins to be equipped with the aerodynamic weather-cloth of a body including a new forward bumper, other "skirts", the big back spoiler and other back bumper with the integrated branch pipes of final system. Also the novelty will receive 19-inch wheel disks, emblems with an inscription "Mugen" on a body and the special tablet in salon with individual number of each car.

Honda Civic Type R

Honda Civic Type-R Mugen 200

The technical stuffing of such cars will not undergo to any modernisation. Hatchbacks will be equipped still with the two-litre motor power 201HP. We will notice, that studio Mugen has developed earlier 240-strong updating Honda Civic Type-R for which it is offered similar Mugen 200 weather-cloth of a body.

Sales Honda Civic Type-R Mugen 200 in the Great Britain will begin in April of current year.

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Second coming: Toyota Passo

Toyota Passo

The Japanese motorcar giant, which reputation has seriously suffered after the whole series of the service responses which have arisen because of problems with a pedal of gas, has pleased the admirers with news about an exit of hatchback Passo of the second generation developed in cooperation with company Daihatsu.

New hatchback Toyota Passo

The novelty has come in the stead of "the dynasty founder" Passo which sales have begun in 2004. The dimensional length Toyota Passo reaches 3,64 m, width — 1,66 m, and height — 1,53 m. Despite the compact sizes of the car, in the car with comfort 5 persons can take places. Besides, model capacious enough luggage carrier, the truth has exact volume in the official press release is not specified.

Second generation Toyota Passo will be completed with two petrol motors. The power unit which on 1 l of fuel about 22,5 km are capable to pass became the base engine. The second motor of a ruler in volume of 1,3 litres is less economic: 1 litre of gasoline will suffice only on 21 km.

The Japanese car market

In a standard complete set price Toyota Passo will make $11,000US. On the Japanese car market simultaneously with a new hatchback will be on sale new Daihatsu Boon.

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New SUV from company Mitsubishi

Mitsubishi RVR

Sales new compact SUV from company Mitsubishi started across all Japan on February, 17th. The novelty carries name RVR.

Mitsubishi RVR

The new car is equipped with a recognised lattice of a radiator and has LED-stoplights. The car is accessible in 8 colouring (colour white nacre demands additional payment). The novelty salon is painted in black colour and has decorative silvery elements. Some complete sets differ the wheel fitted by a skin and the handle of the lever of transfers that gives them the big refinement.

New compact SUV

Besides other, all-wheel drive cars are equipped with electronic system of stabilisation of movement (ASC) and help system at start on lifting (HSA).

New equipment's for SUV: ELR, SRS, ABS, ESS, ETACS

The novelty has all necessary equipment to provide the maximum safety: for the best visibility at night the car is equipped with HID-headlights; also the car is completed with three-dot seat belts ELR and pneumopillows SRS. Besides other, new SUV it is equipped with systems ABS, ESS (alarm system inclusion at emergency braking) and exclusively developed company system ETACS, allowing to supervise work of electronic systems of the car.

For a month autoconcern Mitsubishi plans to sell 1500 copies new SUV RVR. The prices for novelties make from 1,785,000 to 2,449,650 yens, depending on a complete set (the prices are specified taking into account the tax).

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Buy From Junkyards Instead of Pep Boys

If you need to fix your car and you need to buy car parts but you do not have a lot of money, you should consider buying used car parts. These days, anything brand new is expensive, and if you can get what you want for half the price when you buy second hand products, then why would you choose the more expensive one? Some people will say that used parts and accessories will only make you spend more money because they will get broken after using them for a few times. This is not true for every used product that you buy. If you know where to look and how to shop for used car parts, then you will be able to buy what you are looking for. Here are some tips that you should consider.

? You have to determine what your car's problem is. Is it something engine-related or only in the car exterior or interior? This way, you will be able to choose the product appropriately. Also, you will not buy things such as auto accessories compulsively because your mind is focused on a goal or the things that you need to buy. You will not end up buying something that you do not really need.

? The next step is to search for a shop or store that sells second hand products. What you can do is to ask your friends for some recommendations or you can read forums or read car parts blog to get some ideas. A car parts blog is especially useful because it is more detailed than other write ups. Moreover, the writer is expressing something based on his own experience, so he must be telling the truth.

? One great place where you can buy almost all kinds of products including car parts is online. The internet sells just about anything-clothes, food, furniture, gadgets, books, toys, real estate, medicines, and cars and anything related to them. You can get really cheap deals especially in auctions. However, you have to be extra cautious when buying used products online because you cannot see the actual product. If you want to know something about the product, all you can do is to ask the seller. You can do meet ups but only if the seller's location is near your area. Otherwise, you have no choice but to rely on the seller's descriptions and pictures.

? Drive around your area to search for auto parts dealers that sell second hand products. Make sure that the shop is reputable. You can ask your friends or neighbors if they know a reputable shop that sells used auto parts that are cheap and in good quality. There is surely at least one good shop that sells the part or parts that you are looking for.

These tips will lead you to the best and cheapest deals that you can find online or around your neighborhood. Exhaust all possible sources and exert your rights as a consumer by asking questions and testing the product.

Professional specialisation: the mechanic

Mechanic

While are everywhere widespread cars, auto repair shops will be forever. Autoservices and the specialised auto repair shops have been regularly serving people from city to city. The specialised autoservices are usually offered depending on the unique need of your car.

Since people are absolutely not the same, you will communicate with the specialised mechanics in these auto repair shops. These professional workers are a invaluable helpers and are absolutely experts on unique specific auto jobs. Any car shop would not exist without these, professional automechanics — a basis of repair trucks.

Instant Autodiagnostics

Once, when my check engine light came on at around 86,000 miles and has started blinking (if you have forgotten, my car is pickup Nissan Patrol 2002), I immediately decided to address at autoservice.

My Nissan Patrol

I usually use car repair because there always available and necessary autospare parts. And so, when I have told about the trouble to the professional mechanic he instantly named the malfunction reason.
Almost always when a check engine light starts unusual blinking it means that there is a real malfunction that could seriously damage the engine. Absolutely likely you have a P0430 or P0420 Three Way Catalyst Function code. This damage arises when warm-up three way catalyst does properly not operate or warm-up three way catalyst does not have necessary oxygen storage capacity.

You should change immediately lubricating oil and to carry out full diagnostics of the engine. The given procedure will take away only pair of hours and some hundreds dollars, but you will save the engine from full destruction.

My pickup too had this problem, I have repaired in time this malfunction, i.e. even at professional mechanics the such happens. It's all right!

Ford F-150 SVT Raptor 2010

Friday, February 19, 2010

2011 A1 will officially be unveiled next month at the Geneva Motor Show!

 
Here's your first official look at the 2011 Audi A1, which draws inspiration from the 2007 Metroproject Quattro. The smallest car in the Audi lineup occupies a small space that is only 155.5 inches long, 68.5 inches wide and 56 inches tall. It is powered by a choice of two gasoline or two diesel engines. The two diesel engines are both 1.6L units with one putting out 90-hp and the other 105-hp. The two gasoline engine options are either a 1.2L or 1.4L unit with the smaller putting out 86-hp vs 122-hp for the larger engine. There is an optional seven-speed S tronic (dual clutch) transmission, but Audi's Quattro all-wheel-drive is not being offered at launch.
Check out the really long press release after the jump. The 2011 A1 will officially be unveiled next month at the Geneva Motor Show.

Ford unveiled the 2011 Shelby GT500 which Loses Weight and Gets More Power!

 
Ford has unveiled the 2011 Shelby GT500, which benefits from a new aluminum engine and improved handling.
For 2011 the Shelby GT500 is powered by a 550-hp 5.4L V8 with 510 lb-ft. of torque. IN addition to the increased horsepower, the new engine is 102 pounds lighter than previous cast-iron engine. The new lighter engine improves fuel economy (15 city/ 23 highway), therefore the gas guzzler tax has now been eliminated.
"The SVT team continues to push the performance standards of the Shelby to even higher levels and better refinement," said Jost Capito, director of global performance vehicles and motorsports business development. "All the changes we made reflect a desire for even better handling and outstanding driving dynamics - from weight savings to improved balance."
The addition of Electric Power Assist Steering (EPAS), a new optional SVT Performance Package, enhanced convertible rigidity and a lowered ride height contribute to improved driving dynamics and handling.

Porsche unveiled the 2011 911 Turbo S which Puts Out 530-HP!

 
Porsche has unveiled the 2011 911 Turbo S, which builds upon the 911 Turbo, but adds even more power thanks to two exhaust gas turbochargers. Power has been bumped up to 530 horspower adn 516 lb-ft of torque. The 3.8L engine is mated exclusively to the seven-speed Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) dual clutch transmission.
In addition to the increased horsepower, the 911 Turbo S gets all high-tech components available only as options on the "regular" 911 Turbo, standard.
The 911 Turbo S reaches 0-62 mph in 3.3 seconds, 0-124 mph in 10.8 seconds, and has a top speed of195 mph. Porsche also claims that even though the 911 Turbo S has more power than the 911 Turbo, it doesn't consume more fuel.
The 2011 911 Turbo S will go on sale in the US later this year.

BMW unveiled the refreshed 2011 X5 which Gets Turbo Power and a Facelift!

 
BMW has unveiled the refreshed 2011 X5, which gets new gas powered engines and a small facelift. Both of the gas engines in the X5 are new. The xDrive35i is now powered by the same single turbocharged N55 six-cylinder that is also available in most of the BMW range. It reaches 0-60 mph in 6.4 seconds. The xDrive50i is now powered by the 400-hp twin-turbocharged 4.4L V8. It reaches 0-60 mph in 5.3 seconds. Both the gas engines are now mated to a new eight-speed automatic transmission. The diesel xDrive35d doesn't get any changes under the hood for the new year. On the outside the lower front fascia has been restyled with larger air intakes. The rear bumper also gets a slight restyle.
The 2011 BMW X5 will debut at the New York Auto Show in April and sales will start shortly after that.

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Subaru & Cosworth prepare special version Impreza WRX STI

Subaru Impreza

Company Subaru plans to begin sales of special updating of car Impreza WRX STI developed in cooperation with legendary firm Cosworth in March, 2010.

Special version Subaru Impreza WRX STI

The detailed information on special version Subaru Impreza WRX STI is not disclosed yet. In the Japanese company have only specified, that the novelty will receive modifed appearance, and also an advanced technical stuffing and controllability.

2010 Subaru Impreza

It's expected, that the novelty exclusively in the Great Britain will be on sale. Dynamic and exact technical characteristics in Subaru plan to declare closer to car start in sale.

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Nissan has officially presented a new Patrol

Nissan Patrol

In Abu-Dhabi the presentation of all-wheel drive off-road car Nissan Patrol of new generation has taken place. As the director of department of design of products of Japanese motor-car manufacturer Nissan has declared during press conference, the car has received appearance in style of concept car Terranaut of four-year-old prescription which in comparison with the predecessor became less rough and more stylish. Besides new design the car also begins to be equipped with other motor and a new transmission.

Characteristics of new off-road car Nissan Patrol

The car will be offered with the eight-cylinder petrol engine with direct injection of fuel. The volume of the new motor makes 5,6 litres (earlier at Patrol was 4,8-l V8), power — 400HP, and the maximum twisting moment — 550Nm. Such unit begins to work together with a 7-step automatic transmission. Off-road car dynamic characteristics yet are not informed.

Interior Nissan Patrol

New Nissan Patrol (interior)

The novelty also will receive an independent suspension bracket of all four wheels, the modernised brake system with four-piston brake mechanisms and 358 mm disks on a forward axis, and also system HBMC reducing lists of a body in turns.

The car salon in comparison with the predecessor will receive richer furnish, and as an option for an off-road car it will be possible to order multimedia DVD system with seven-inch screens for passengers of the second row of armchairs. On preliminary data, Nissan Patrol new generation will appear on sale by the end of current year.

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Toyota has shown the 1st photo of a new RAV4

Toyota RAV4

Company Toyota has declassified appearance of updated crossover RAV4 and has shared the first remains of the information on the car.

The debut updated RAV4 will take place in the beginning of spring in Switzerland where to visitors of the Geneva international motor show will show new vision of popular model.

New crossover RAV4

While public have allowed to look only at a forward part of the car, but also it it has appeared enough to understand — changes in shape of a crossover are serious enough. So, RAV4 has received a new cowl, a radiator lattice, forward headlights and a bumper with antifog headlights. For certain also the stern not less considerably will change. As to motors about them Japanese have not mentioned a uniform word. It is known only, that off-road cars of new generation will complete with engines Toyota Optimal Drive.

It is necessary to tell, that besides RAV4 the Japanese motor-car manufacturer will show in Geneva hybrid Auris, new Toyota Prius and concept car FT-86. Car insurance of a new crossover is guaranteed by concern Toyota.

2011 Toyota RAV4

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Tuesday, February 9, 2010

All-New 2011 Infiniti M Starts at $46,250!

 
Infiniti has announced the pricing for the all-new 2011 Infiniti M. The 2011 Infiniti M37 starts at $46,250, which is powered by the 3.7L 330-horsepower engine. The all-wheel-drive M37x starts at $48,400. Both models come with Infiniti Drive Mode Selector, power-folding side view mirrors, Active Noise Control, RearView Monitor and Enhanced Intelligent Key memory.
The V8 powered M56 starts at $57,550 and is powered by a 420-hp 5.6L V8. The M56x starts at $60,050. The M56 ad M56x come with the same features as the M37 models, but the $3,350 premium package is standard. This package includes, the Infiniti Hard Drive Navigation with 8-inch VGA color touch screen, Bose® 2-channel 10-speaker premium audio system, 9.3GB Music Box® hard drive, Streaming Audio via Bluetooth®, Climate controlled front seats and Heated steering wheel.

Kia officially unveiled the third generation 2011 Sportage!

 
Kia has officially unveiled the third generation 2011 Sportage, which will be officially unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show next month. Compared to the previous two generations, the new Sportage is finally a stylish crossover that borrows many styling cues from the larger Sorento. The Sportage is built on the same platform as the Hyundai Tucson, so even though Kia has yet to release official specs for the Sportage, it is expected to be powered by the same 2.4L four-cyl. The 2011 Kia Sportage will arrive this fall.

Top 10 Best-Selling Cars in January 2010 Were...!

The first month of 2010 is officially over and the final sales numbers have come in. It was a crazy month for Toyota since it was forced to stop selling eight models a few days before the end of the month, which definitely hurt its final sales numbers.
But enough about that. Here are the top ten best selling vehicles from last month. The Honda Accord took over the number one best-selling car spot from the Camry, which dropped to number 7 on this list. It's also interesting to note that with the exception of the two best-selling vehicles on the list, the Ford F-Series and Chevy Silverado the rest of the vehicles on the list are all sedans (the Accord Crosstour was lumped into the Accord's sales). Both the Ford Escape and Honda CR-V are missing from the list this time.
Check out the full list after the jump.

1. Ford F-Series: 27,630
2. Chevy Silverado: 22,772
3. Honda Accord: 20,759 (1,737 Accord Crosstours included)
4. Nissan Altima: 18,636
5. Toyota Corolla: 17,121
6. Chevy Malibu: 16,439
7. Toyota Camry: 15,792
8. Honda Civic: 14,693
9. Chevy Cobalt: 12,962
10. Ford Fusion: 12,179

Monday, February 8, 2010

Honda Accord Steals the Top Sales Crown from the Camry!

 
It seems the media is having a field day with all of Toyota's problems related to the unintended acceleration recall. The January sales totals are finally trickling in and the news continues to not be good for Toyota, who was forced to stop selling eight of its models at the end of the month. Thanks to the recall Toyota's best-selling Camry lost its title last month as the best-selling car in the US to the Honda Accord. Camry sales fell last month by 24 percent to 15,792 units. Meanwhile Honda managed to move 19,022 Accords (20,759 including the Accord Crosstour), which was a gain of 14.7 percent. Nissan also outsold the Camry with its Altima, which sold 18,636 units, a 31.8 percent increase. The Chevy Malibu had the largest gains last month with sales up 76.5 percent to 16,439 units.It remains to be seen if the Camry will rebound from the disappointing month.

Ford is going to unveil the new 2011 Ford Edge with Four-Cyl EcoBoost Engine in Chicago!

 
Next week Ford is going to unveil the new 2011 Ford Edge. Like the recently unveiled Lincoln MKX, the Ford Edge is going to get a facelift. According to the latest reports and spy photos the Edge will be new from the A pillar forward. But the big news is that the Edge will be Ford's first vehicle to get the new four-cylinder EcoBoost engine. The new 2.0L EcoBoost four-cylinder is expected to put out the same power as a 3.0L V6, but get better gas mileage. The 3.5L V6 will still be offered.
In addition to the new EcoBoost engine, the Edge will also be the first Ford vehicle to feature the MyFord Touch system, which replaces most of the traditional gauges with computer screens.
Expect more details from the show.

2011 BMW Alpina B7 Starts at $122,875

 
BMW has announced the pricing for the 2011 BMW Alpina B7, which is headed to the US this spring. The 2011 Alpina B7 starts at $122,875 and $126,775 for the extended wheelbase model. The Alpina B7 is powered by BMW's turbocharged 4.4L V8 with 500 horsepower and 516 lb-ft. of torque. It reaches 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds.
The 2011 BMW Alpina B7 will debut at the Chicago Auto Show this month.

Saturday, February 6, 2010

All-New 2011 Hyundai Sonata Starts at $19,195

Hyundai has announced the pricing for the all-new 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The 2011 Hyundai Sonata starts at $19,195 and will hit dealers in the next few weeks. The all-new Sonata ditches the old model's boring three-box design for a much "sexier" silhouette. Besides the new styling, the other big news is that the Sonata is no longer going to have an available V6 engine. Slow sales of the V6 model prompted Hyundai to not offer it on the new generation. Instead at launch the Sonata's only engine offering is Hyundai's new direct injected 2.4-liter inline-four that puts out 198 horsepower (SE puts out 200-hp). The 2.4L can be mated to either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission.

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

2011 Volvo C70 Starts at $39,950, but Gets more Standard Stuff!

 
Volvo has released the pricing for the refreshed 2011 Volvo C70. The Volvo C70 hasn't been a huge hit for Volvo, so the 2011 model is getting a facelift and more standard features to hopefully entice more buyers.
The 2011 C70 gets a revised face that looks similar to the XC60 and new C30. The pricing starts at $39,950 and includes standard features like an automatic 5-speed transmission, SIRIUS satellite radio and luxurious Sovereign Hide leather upholstery.
The 2011 C70 is powered by a 227 horsepower turbocharged five-cylinder engine.

Maserati released the pricing for the 2010 GranTurismo Convertible aka GranCabrio!

Maserati North America has released the pricing for the 2010 GranTurismo Convertible aka GranCabrio. It may be freezing in most parts of the country right now, but once summer hits you'll have one hot car. The 2010 GranTurismo Convertible starts at $135,800 and is powered by a 433 horsepower 4.7 liter V8 engine mated to a six-speed adaptive automatic transmission with standard paddle shifters. It features a triple insulated top, which maintains the same roofline as the coupe. The top is available in six different colors and retracts in 24 seconds.