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The ship “Sao Paulo” arrived this week to the town of Lima, near the city of Karate on the banks of the Parana River, bringing in their huge warehouses to the first 680 vehicles (counting as well as cars, motorcycles, ATVs and trucks participants , the support vehicles), so practically everything is almost assured for the test is played normally.
The task of landing has been anything but simple, and finally occupied the huge vehicles designed to accommodate them play on after eleven hours of starting work.
The ship “Sao Paulo” arrived in Argentina from the French port of La Havre and was attended by 60 workers on his arrival to Argentina to proceed to a landing of their precious cargo to land in Argentina, in a work which, according to organizers has been very clean and efficient.
These vehicles must be added also some others who are reaching for these hours by road from places near and bordering countries.
From this, we know that every vehicle should be ready on the cliff north of the city of Mar del Plata (Buenos Aires) on December 28, 2011, focusing all activity after the 29th, 30 and 31 December in Dakar Village located at the Naval Base of the spa town. The podium of start will take place on 31 and from 1 January formally begin the competition vehicles.
Toyota Pries Hybrid Electric introduces its Plug, the first PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) brand. We know another family member, the Pries hybrid, but how is this version? The truth is that we’ll know soon, since its world premiere will take place during the Frankfurt Motor Show 2011.
The new model has a plug-in lithium ion battery improved, which will allow a range worthy of the electric mode. In turn, Toyota has managed so well that its new model only consumes 2.2 l/100 km and emits 49g/km of CO2.
This is a step closer to Toyota in its mission to achieve sustainable and environmentally friendly cars. In the beginning developed the Hybrid Synergy Drive gives life to the Pries, is further improved to arriving at the latest technology ”Full Hybrid”. The efficient gasoline hybrid system gives the vehicle a wide range and still have the same fuel consumption reduced standard pries.
This is a car designed for either friendly mobility and urban short trips or long road trips.
Today, the Japanese are including this technology ”Full Hybrid” in other models such as the Auras and Yards, but the Pries remains the pioneer and the center of attention.
The major Chinese Internet search engine, Badu, also announced an agreement with automaker BMW to offer Internet services in some vehicles the German company’s first foray into the technology business in the automotive sector. Badu and BMW to cooperate and provide inside cars online services that include maps, news and email, reports the China Daily state newspaper.
Chinese search engine, which concentrates 80% of the searches of the 485 million Internet users in the country, said it will seek similar deals with other automakers to also offer this service on their vehicles. To better understand what this new trend in automotive, Mash able has reviewed the key points of these cars connected with various experts, but from the standpoint of the consumer. An analysis that reviews the current status of the connected car market and where we take this trend into the future.
1. What are they?
The cars are connected, in essence, the “modern car”. In fact, most cars sold today allow connection to Bluetooth, so there is already some kind of connectivity there. But there are different meanings for cars online, as the connection may come from mobile devices, integrated systems or transmission services. And these connections can serve to access emergency services or security, traffic information or weather, navigation, news, search engines, online, radio and more.
2. What trends should be followed closely?
All trends related to the connected cars are to provide solutions for drivers to enjoy their trips. While connected cars began as a trend exclusive luxury vehicles, the evolution of these services wills the new features to the mass market with the same services of luxury cars, but much cheaper or even free. It is the biggest innovation in the market has been the democratization of technology to integrate all segments of cars.
Another trend to note, though still in its infancy, is connectivity as an accessory, that is, connect vehicles without an integrated system. Also, do not forget the integration of road maps on multiple channels such as interactive voice recognition, in-vehicle units, mobile and online portals, among others.
3. Who is building cars online today?
Ford, GM, BMW, Hyundai and Toyota are developing vehicles online and in many cases, these manufacturers have either been the ones who created this new market, or have managed to make it evolve to provide new solutions, designs and capabilities.
4. Who buys cars online?
There is no empirical data yet on the demographics of car buyers online, but we can say that the age of the users or subscribers to the service connection in the car is lower and lower, in response to increasing affordable access to these services. Some also divide the buyers of these cars into four groups: affluent consumers, fans of technology, parents who go to and fro in the car and Generation Y.
The U.S. guru of car design will be in Buenos Aires on 4 and October 5 as part of a tour of the region, under an agreement between the 3M Automotive Division Latin America and Fosse Design. As part of the tour 3M Chip Fosse will be jury “Glasurit Competition: Award for best artist.”
Known for its clean design and sophisticated style, Chip Fosse is a living legend in the automotive industry. Customization of classic cars called Hot Rods and Muscle Cars includes visionaries Impression, Hemisphere, Stallion and Grand Master.
“I have traveled several times to Latin America in recent years and each time I find myself more passion to the cars that people have and how they have become an art,” said Fosse.
On visit to Argentina, Chip promote products lines Refinishing and Repair Automotive 3M Hook it System Vacuum Cleaner 233 + Masking Tape, Perfect It Finishing System Paint and Preparation System and painting, among others. “I have used 3M products since I was a boy in my father’s business and I am very happy to be officially part of the 3M family,” said Fosse.
“Chip Fosse has a great appreciation in Latin America. We are very pleased to work with Chip Fosse Design and bringing his passion and knowledge of design to the 3M Automotive Division, “said Antonio Ozona, Director of Industry and Transport markets 3M Latin America.
“Glasurit Competition: Award for Best Painter”
Glasurit paint brand in the automotive chemical company BASF, held this year the third edition of the “Award for Best Artist”. The goal of the contest is the professionalization of the office of car painter and awards the most outstanding painters in the area, thanks to its ability, skill and knowledge.
This year, Glasurit made an alliance with 3M to jointly launch the third national contest for painters of cars. It is a joint action, innovative and unique in the industry that rewards knowledge and professionalism of the painter in the workshop. This year will be awarded to owners of vehicles through direct action.
The evaluation of each stage of the contest will be conducted by a prestigious jury trained with vast experience in the field.
Be awarded to the best painters in an event that will take place on October 4. Among the jurors, this year will attend the prestigious and recognized Chip Fosse, tuning benchmark worldwide. The biggest prize is a trip for two to Playa del Carmen, Mexico for 7 days.