The German carmaker has announced a number of details regarding the BMW i3, a vehicle that at first glance reveals many of its powers cutting edges and updated, it is noteworthy that their system is all-electric engine, no doubt the car perfect for young leaders with the environment, then the technical and aesthetic model.
Interestingly I should mention that the BMW i3 was introduced officially in the past Frankfurt and since then the firm has been gradually ripping great catalog of information about its mechanics and driving mode and so far we know that it is a casual car capable of accommodating four adults inside, a part of that has a set of elements that make it very attractive to the human eye, for example glass silhouette of the body, tires or multicolor.
Energy source.
All-wheel drive and energy to operate the BMW i3 comes from one place; speak of a battery pack located under the floor of the carrier, such deposits are capable of converting electrical watts at 170 horsepower, this suggests a range of approximately 160 kilometers, it is even feasible to generate a torque of 250 NM.
Velocisticas performance.
One of the virtues of electric vehicles is that their light weight, in that sense the BMW i3 weighs only 1,250 kg, with body mass that makes it easy to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in just 7.9 seconds, or to 150 km / h peak.
The aluminum Delran is one of those failures in the motor industry that have caused such a stir that end up becoming a classic of modern times. This goes without saying that all the attention now has this car is due to the media success of the trilogy of “Back to the Future” where the car is a first time machine powered by radioactive material enriched by debris then and now real life, thanks to green energy enthusiasts, with an electric motor.
Although not want to give too much information, the current owners of the rights of Delran are contemplating the possibility of launching a limited number of these specimens electric propulsion with lithium in the near future. It is estimated that the price of one of these specimens would be on the order of about 70 000 Euro, far less than the price of a Frisker and with the addition of “attacking” the emotional side of those who grew up (growing) look forward to having the car Marty Muffle and Emmett Brown.
The prototype car has a range of 160 kilometers, which would make it more or less equivalent to Nissan Leaf, but with better performance on the road, not to mention the style that involves getting to work in the time machine.
The vehicle interior has a high amount of 1985 retro style, but with elements as contemporary as entertainment and navigation system touch screen and application integration that would link the Smartphone with the car.
A few days ago saw the first spy shots of Chevrolet Corvette C7, the new generation of sporting excellence of General Motors, which has been allowed to see. Of course, with a camouflage worthy of presentation.
Despite the strong camouflage, the C7 Corvette cannot hide part of their news, today we present you on the table. Let’s start from scratch because the C7 Corvette gives a major turn and opt for a conservative style, but equally surprising.
At first there was speculation a new 5.5-liter V8, but for now, discard it. The Corvette hit the market with the known small block 6.2-liter V8, a more conservative engine from General Motors that are more suitable, at least at first. The new eight-cylinder displacement less reserves for later, is that since the U.S. manufacturer do not want to jump extremely important, just as happens with the Camano and its current developments.
As we can see, we have a three-volume saloon whose length reaches 4.67 meters and will be responsible to replace the Dodge Caliber known. What is clear is that this car really surprised by its aggressive and muscular image that provides a first glance at this version of R / T, but as declared responsible for the firm itself will also have finished SE, SXT, and Rally Limited, that Yes, currently only in the U.S..
Inside, first we can find good quality materials and attractive design, and implementation in the surprises do not need a 8.4 inch LCD screen that can always be configured according to different needs and as a surprise, it also incorporates another of similar size is located between the vent which provides information on navigation, radio, air conditioning, etc..
From what we are sure of is that this new model will amaze more than one especially for his dynamic, and we say this because we know it is built on the platform of the Alfa Romeo Gillette as you know is a vehicle by itself with a mood marking sports and now he moves entirely to the new Dodge.
In terms of mechanics, we can anticipate that will be powered by two petrol engines Tiger shark. The first is a 2-liter has an output of 160 hp and the second is a 2.4-liter whose power is 184 hp. Note that this signature at the last moment decided to implement also a 1.4 liter Turbo Multicar Fiat source has an output of 160 hp that can be associated with automatic double-clutch six-speed TCT.
The Detroit brought good news numeral, among them are located at 130 R Code Chevrolet Concept is a prototype that will give a boost to the brand new designs of golden monkey, his style and platform construction will be exploited for making better cars in the future will reveal unto you by the time everything related to the mechanics and elements that are part of this exciting car.
By the looks of his body, mainly from the front is known that Chevrolet Concept R Code 130 is developed from the Chevrolet Camano, but invests in many differences, certainly designed for a general audience or under budget for the acquisition of a car payment.
Motorized tab.
At the time of accessing the interior of the hood we realize that incorporates a 1.4-liter engine with turbo boost, the block is composed of four-cylinder capable of making a development equivalent to 150 horsepower, all of which impact on average consumption of 6 liters per 100 km traveled, but do not worry, fuel economy is present through the Start & Stop system associated with its mechanics.
transmissions
The technical equipment of the Code 130 R Concept Chevrolet anger associated with customer choice of automatic or manual transmission, both six-speed respectively, is also known that the initial value of our vehicle to Europe round about EUR 15,700.
Even if we like it or not, having a teenager driver in our family will cost us a little bit more when it comes to car insurance. Unless he pays for this part, which is unlikely, the parent will have to get the money out of the pocket for his child. We all know that teenagers are considered to be a high risk category. They do not have much driving experience and they tend to lose their head in various situations. Also they are more willing to take risks when it comes to driving than adults.
In this case it is important to see how we can get low rates for car insurance for teenagers as not to pay too much. First of all you need to get separate insurance policies for you cars. Having a driving teenager can affect the insurance cost of your other cars. Make sure that you can dissociate all this. Secondly, you should not buy a sports car with many horse-powers rates as these are considered of high risk in the hands of a teenager.
You need to make you child realise the fact that he has to study hard, as some insurance companies give discounts on good grades. Also the young man or woman needs to understand that having no traffic incidents will bring him discounts later on.
Vehicle Sales 0 Km in Argentina set a new record in 2011, reaching a figure of 858,000 units, 29.5% more than in 2010. This follows from the last report of the Dealers Association of Argentina (ACARE), which also highlighted the good outcomes for the sector in 2012.
In 2011 were sold just 857,983 units, up 29.46% over the previous year when 662,741 were patented. The numbers showed 38,739 sales in December, with a slight decrease of 0.6% over the same month of 2010.
“The moderation in demand in December is a seasonal issue because many wait until January to register the purchase with the new model. However, the ambitious goals that we set for 2011 were already largely met, “said Abel Bored, president of mites.”The numbers do not indicate a December downturn. After October 1 with 34% growth over 2010 and 21% in November, what we have is a slight decline from lack of availability of some models, “continued the manager.
“Unless altered macroeconomic conditions, we can think of a moderate and consistent growth to an economy that came in the business to a large number of 1 car every 47 inhabitants. In this way, Argentina is the Latin American country with the highest proportion of cars sold per capita, when comparing the 3.5 million units sold Brazil with its 190 million inhabitants or 750,000 of Mexico with a domestic market 112 million inhabitants, “Bored analyzed.
Luxury, the latest in advanced electronics, hybrid technology and, above all, muscle cars everywhere. The Detroit Auto Show is the first year and U.S. manufacturers wasted power and exclusivity, while European and Japanese vehicles opt for sleek and tighter consumption.
You have to understand, the Americans play at home and in USA like things big, but this year the measures of the models presented are somewhat more restrained: Cadillac landed with the ATS, Buick, with Encore, Chevrolet with the Sonic RS … small cars? So the power is abundant, as in the Chrysler 200 Super S of 283 hp or Dodge Charger Redline (almost 600 hp), both prepared by Molar.
Of course, no room for concepts lacking and hybrids, a section that highlights the Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid, Smart-us for pick-up or the Lexus LF-LC … All of them give the starting signal see developments in the automotive world during 2012.
His collection of historic cars, all natives of Zwickau, is located in the heart of the building underwent major redesign and restoration works. In its 2,500 square feet rose the roofs of the halls of the basement, installed large windows that let in light during most of the day, and they make an original idea rather than to park and display vehicles of yesteryear: simulating Leipzig the old street as it was in Zwickau in the 1930′s.
The oldest vehicle is a 1911 Hoch Phaeton 12-28, while the jewels of this section are the racing car Auto Union Type C 1936 and 1914 Audi Type C, with which August Hoch won the Alpine Rally, at that time, the more difficult mountain competition of its kind in the world.
In addition, it displays the last truck 25-42 Hoch existing HP 1916, and the chassis of the Audi Type M from 1927. Icons of the history of the brand that can be seen live and direct.
Travel the roads of this factory-museum is an irresistible invitation to the birthplace of many ideas that influenced the German automotive industry worldwide. A walk through the foundational origins of the brand with the four rings.