tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-88924549833744153042023-11-15T23:51:44.502-08:00luzdeluciernagaUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892454983374415304.post-58439197201661457962022-02-17T15:23:00.009-08:002023-07-22T20:31:06.200-07:00Chrysler Town And Country Review<p>Chrysler is having a hard time convincing customers that its last Final efforts are really improved. But given how poorly designed and constructed in the automaker’s products have been in the last decade, it is not altogether surprising. <span></span></p><a name='more'></a>Trying to get a Honda Odyssey or Toyota Sienna current owner even set foot in a city with the same equipment & Country, without resorting to bribery flat-out will be, ahem, challenging.<p></p><p>This will be frustrating for both the Chrysler Corp. itself and dealers since the improvements made to Chrysler Town And Country is worth more singing. Besides the large box itself, nearly everything inside and out is new, refined, refined and massage to bring people of Chrysler engines directly in the 21st century. Like its cousin Dodge Grand Caravan, the plusher and more luxurious Chrysler Town And Country receives a new front grille, bumper and lower fascia that incorporates touches of chrome metal and satin to imitate the sedan 200 magazines.</p><p>The rear seems all very new, with a chrome scuff plate, re-profiled rear lid and LED taillights. Chrysler Town And Country is also the Subaru Outback ideas from all sides, folding the roof rack cross-rails on the main runway until you need them, providing a cleaner look and less drag than the fixed.</p><p>Chrysler Town And Country is “relative” of the equation. Gone are the sharp beak dash, console and door cards, replaced by the feeling of soft plastic and superior quality control. This panel used to be done in seven separate parts, screwed, chopped and screwed, it was cheaper, but it creaked and rattled a few months after purchase. Now it’s just a molded unit, reducing noise and enhance the happiness in the future. The front seats are favorable, the most important controls are well thought out, including the steering wheel, HVAC and analog clock. The only complaint comes from the touch screen stereo-now-aging, and Bluetooth (optional) the base unit of Garmin navigation. </p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892454983374415304.post-6494150264933227292021-10-27T05:26:00.004-07:002023-07-22T20:41:40.186-07:00 Mercedes Benz F800<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjKAR01wO32cpOqS9qUmxpUFi5Gci5Jzwp8LG-rPGBwIEgfnP1C3_84c9FmP8jb8op5sBVZ8m5fUYcNu_NdglZudSL8ihZC4HYIKDroJh08SQdybjU--R4PsCkx7jbpLRq_QY3sq1f5By_bkYXr83zylFwIez6W11Dp3KPlqfM82obOq2gGeKgHpqGxbA=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="384" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjKAR01wO32cpOqS9qUmxpUFi5Gci5Jzwp8LG-rPGBwIEgfnP1C3_84c9FmP8jb8op5sBVZ8m5fUYcNu_NdglZudSL8ihZC4HYIKDroJh08SQdybjU--R4PsCkx7jbpLRq_QY3sq1f5By_bkYXr83zylFwIez6W11Dp3KPlqfM82obOq2gGeKgHpqGxbA=s16000" /></a></div><br />Mercedes Benz F800 Style research vehicle shows the future of premium cars from a new perspective: the one-off five-seater executive saloon combines efficient drive technologies with unparalleled safety and convenience features as well as an emotive design idiom.<br /><span><a name='more'></a></span><p></p><p>Which interprets current Mercedes-Benz styling in line with the brand’s hallmark attribute of refined sportiness. At exterior of Mercedes Benz F800 is length 4.75 metres, style F800 is offer generously sized for five people with intelligent seating, control and display concepts. Another F800 has world-first for large saloons is the all-new, exceptionally flexible multi-drive platform, which is suitable for electric drive with fuel cells, enabling a range of almost 600 kilometres, as well as for a plug-in hybrid that can drive for up to 30 kilometres solely on electricity.</p><p>Both variants of the Mercedes Benz F800 Style make locally emission-free mobility possible for a premium car, while at the same time being ideal for everyday driving and providing a dynamic driving experience.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892454983374415304.post-26208206054760176062021-09-16T04:43:00.020-07:002023-07-22T20:31:29.329-07:00Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 R-Spec<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjn9Pu2UJWY-doqQHmADehy0Tp4l6ea4oCx02NsKeJFNxOLP-90LOr30uJhRIBJhjLo8cpXwGzw7mqbGCaZJHANgLzbYuxWY0oedGlT1hEBdwKCCSwkaM6evzluuCjaWQUZ-D0nydLfnJLqfmaVno_AtXRSYL18VfrzwMLQFbOZ7Yo4ACFo9BgUFusJgA=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="384" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjn9Pu2UJWY-doqQHmADehy0Tp4l6ea4oCx02NsKeJFNxOLP-90LOr30uJhRIBJhjLo8cpXwGzw7mqbGCaZJHANgLzbYuxWY0oedGlT1hEBdwKCCSwkaM6evzluuCjaWQUZ-D0nydLfnJLqfmaVno_AtXRSYL18VfrzwMLQFbOZ7Yo4ACFo9BgUFusJgA=s16000" /></a></div><br />Hyundai manufacture released an 3.8 R-Spec version of the Genesis Coupe with the DOHC 3.8-liter V6 engine. Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 R-Spec will be able to hit 149 mph thanks to the 306 horse power engine and its close ratio 6 speed manual transmission.<span><a name='more'></a></span><p></p><p>Other features on the car include 13.4 inch front, 13.0 inch rear ventilated discs, with four-piston red brake calipers, all from Brembo. Surrounding this are new 19-inch alloy wheels, painted in gun-mental, and covered by Bridgestone Potenza tires.</p><p>Aside from the limited-slip differential, the car also gets a track-tuned suspension with performance shocks and springs, 25-mm front and 22-mm rear stabilizer bars, and a front strut brace. A front camber kit is included, and can be installed at the dealership if need be.</p><p>Control systems on the car include anti-lock brakes, brake assist, electronic brake-force distribution, electronic stability and traction control. Six airbags are also installed.</p><p>Automatic headlights, cruise control and various metal trim pieces are not added to the car in effort to bring down cost and weight. Despite this, black leather with red cloth inserts are included. Automatic transmission is also not an option on the car.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892454983374415304.post-88036195851774103642021-08-16T07:56:00.016-07:002023-07-22T20:31:39.854-07:00Chevrolet Malibu<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg8wqsaw8INSx1O1Ds2ZCzPqD13MGM8BXMyUXoLIFTxPdT7-eg22R_SVWq4efg8uHKdEyEEyBM0Z2G1hBUM6IKu6BxQEdSONmkbKJFK8ybKJw9HbYmXNhzi-HXB3VhosRVT7Mdrh0NK_vpTKz3Hhe-DW_ZljxL8IKMttU-6BdIMYn-xvxhO-sAixggVFg=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="384" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg8wqsaw8INSx1O1Ds2ZCzPqD13MGM8BXMyUXoLIFTxPdT7-eg22R_SVWq4efg8uHKdEyEEyBM0Z2G1hBUM6IKu6BxQEdSONmkbKJFK8ybKJw9HbYmXNhzi-HXB3VhosRVT7Mdrh0NK_vpTKz3Hhe-DW_ZljxL8IKMttU-6BdIMYn-xvxhO-sAixggVFg=s16000" /></a></div><br />Chevrolet has unveiled new eight generation of Chevrolet Malibu, Chevrolet car maker will debuted. The new Malibu be the first Chevrolet’s midsize car sold globally and nearly 100 countries on six continents.<span><a name='more'></a></span> So far, we get nothing but a teaser of the rear of the car and some general suggestions as to its specs.<p></p><p>Chevrolet Malibu coming into its own with a wide range of fuel-efficient and powerful four-cylinder engines, along with six-speed transmissions to help that speed along efficiently. The one thing notable in the announcement is the lack of any mention of a V-6 option. The current Malibu is available with a 252-horsepower 3.6-liter V-6 in 2LT and LTZ trims.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892454983374415304.post-78412866862286187492021-07-06T03:27:00.003-07:002023-07-22T20:31:47.097-07:00Simple Ways to Get Cheap Auto Insurance Policy<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5azidz0ot4mv51mRg7tukM5fJzQba7KXeh6VQsVMoENczxB_GEWm9nONzpdXJDytUpCDtZeLxeb0h_4Gl5Twq8JqtnFBd1xxN9dSL3va9pk6m5Ne28TculsE1VL5w7frzFp4xa_KfqTE0/s640/Cheap+Auto+Insurance.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="384" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5azidz0ot4mv51mRg7tukM5fJzQba7KXeh6VQsVMoENczxB_GEWm9nONzpdXJDytUpCDtZeLxeb0h_4Gl5Twq8JqtnFBd1xxN9dSL3va9pk6m5Ne28TculsE1VL5w7frzFp4xa_KfqTE0/s16000/Cheap+Auto+Insurance.jpg" /></a></div><br />You can get cheap auto insurance policy in various ways. However, this article highlights 4 simple ways by which you can get cheap auto insurance.<p></p><p><b>You can get cheap auto insurance in the following ways :<span></span></b></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Shop around : You should shop around before taking any auto insurance policy. You should compare the auto insurance quotes offered by different insurance companies. Thereby you can know which company is offering cheapest auto insurance quote.</li><li>Buy a low profile car : Generally, auto insurance companies charge high premium rate on expensive cars. Therefore, an easy way to get cheap auto insurance will be to buy a low profile car.</li><li>Credit score : You must clean your credit report before applying for auto insurance. Almost all the auto insurance companies check your credit report and score before approving your auto insurance application. They charge high premium rate on consumers having low credit score.</li><li>Take your teen off the policy : You should take your teen off the policy as auto insurance companies charge higher premium rate for the teen drivers.</li></ul><p></p><p>These are the few easy and effective ways to get cheap auto insurance policy. A cheap auto insurance policy will enable you to save a huge chunk of money.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892454983374415304.post-43746266657486259632021-06-19T21:06:00.004-07:002023-07-22T20:32:31.961-07:00 No Split Decision C7 Corvette Goes Retro!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsev2ygr6LB-TLqqpL-P0d72qRfZR6Rtp6lM0cWP_EBaWE2Pu5ai23iefI9MjNWdwly1GSPIDYKsir0tX03xjP-_z_LiSRxPa2-3IivULRZlWbTFB4oeTlrWhCigts7-1Gfy1RU1Nr7UIt/s640/C7+Corvette+Goes+Retro.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="384" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsev2ygr6LB-TLqqpL-P0d72qRfZR6Rtp6lM0cWP_EBaWE2Pu5ai23iefI9MjNWdwly1GSPIDYKsir0tX03xjP-_z_LiSRxPa2-3IivULRZlWbTFB4oeTlrWhCigts7-1Gfy1RU1Nr7UIt/s16000/C7+Corvette+Goes+Retro.jpg" /></a></div><br />So with the acknowledged success of the Camaro, and even the Mustang, one thing is clear to the automotive industry: retro is back, in a big way. And with the pending redesign of the classic American sportscar, the Corvette.<span><a name='more'></a></span>Many Chevrolet car fans and Corvette owners are asking an increasingly pressing question what does the future (or in this case, the past) hold for this brand-leading icon? And how do current Corvette owners satisfy their retro-car thirst in the meantime?<p></p><p>From the standpoint of pure anticipation, there’s much speculation but little hard fact to go on at this point regarding the C7. But recent revelations seem to indicate that Chevrolet will try to duplicate the success it has had with the Camaro by drawing upon the Corvette’s illustrious design history. In fact, as recently as September the head of global design for General Motors, Ed Welburn, was quoted by Inside Line as saying that the split-window design seen on the Corvette Stingray concept in the second Transformers movie is something he “expects for the next Corvette.”</p><p>For Chevrolet car fans, this is a tantalizing glimpse into the mind of the man responsible for the Camaro, and who also holds sway over the future of the ‘Vette. What then, do you do if you thirst for a retro look and feel from a ‘Vette you already own while you are waiting on the release of the C7?</p><p>If you’re saving your pennies for the rumored 2012 release of the redesign, you might satisfy your retro-car thirst by adding an aftermarket product to your ‘Vette like a muscle-car sounding SLP Corvette Exhaust to give you a muscle car look and sound without burdening yourself with a new car payment. Or if you have a truly retro C4, you could get the benefits of modern engineering with a Corvette C4 exhaust and get the best of both worlds.</p><p>So while many hold their breath and wait to see the first spy photos of the real prototypes, they can enjoy the rich design history and the improvements of modern engineering on current and past generations of Corvettes – waiting, of course, on the C7.</p><div><br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892454983374415304.post-56399740596420691492021-06-06T01:46:00.003-07:002023-07-22T20:32:38.788-07:00Audi A3 Quattro Sport Super Slick Auto Transmission<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3roLv8YzbnyVkbWojDMesKx2TdZxtFZJN8E_xG72yybk9QH2TuV-EGlpQ9EhR47OUPXFxqk1lqUP3w8YnnU2ljJZnHeWTeLHwRwqvLdzNQ-s3AFJsDJIcoW5qQ9KsLQ4SlZwSUzhdwTQP/s640/Audi+A3+Quattro+Sport.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="385" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3roLv8YzbnyVkbWojDMesKx2TdZxtFZJN8E_xG72yybk9QH2TuV-EGlpQ9EhR47OUPXFxqk1lqUP3w8YnnU2ljJZnHeWTeLHwRwqvLdzNQ-s3AFJsDJIcoW5qQ9KsLQ4SlZwSUzhdwTQP/s16000/Audi+A3+Quattro+Sport.jpg" /></a></div><br />For the second generation of A3, Audi has tried to get further away from the Golf in styling. Both share the same under body, and the original A3 looked like a Golf with a low roof. Not so the new one. It has a distinctly different look, even though the straight lines and rectangular grille are not that distinctive.<span><a name='more'></a></span><p></p><p>The suspension has been developed to give a more sporty feel than on the Golf, and the interior reflects the more opulent style of other Audis. The new car is 2.5 inch longer and 1 inch wider than previously.</p><p>The roof line is also lower, so the seats have been lowered as well to give plenty of headroom. This lower roof and more sloping back make it look different from the Golf.</p><p>Top of the range, and definitely a pocket rocket, is the 3.2 quattro Sport Audi A3, which has a six-speed manual box as standard but the stunning DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox) automatic as an option. On the 2.0 liter model, there is also a conventional six-speed automatic with Tiptronic control.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Ultra-compact 250 bhp V-6</h3><p>The engine is the latest development of the VW Group's narrow angle V-6, now enlarged to 3.2 liters. Since the angle between the cylinders is only 15 degrees, the transverse engine is very compact, and fits snugly under the hood. Also available is a direct injection 2.0 liter gasoline engine, and also a 2.0 liter diesel.</p><p>With variable valve timing to give good top end and low end power without upsetting emissions, the new V-6 engine develops 250 bhp at 6,300 rpm, and 236 lb ft torque at 3,000 rpm. This is enough to move the A4 to 60 mph in 6.4 seconds - nearly in supercar territory, and the maximum speed is 155 mph!</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">DSG a Grand Prix type of automatic</h3><p>Audi's new DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox)-optional on the A3 is operated much the same way as the gearbox on a Grand Prix car. There are two buttons or paddles on the steering wheel - one to push to shift up, and another to shift down - and also a normal stick-shift. Several cars now sport this sort of box, but DSG is different - it doesn't have a torque converter (slush pump) to sap energy, but has an automatically operated clutch. To shift gears, you just push a paddle or push the gear lever, and in 0.2 seconds the shift is made. You don't even need to take your foot off!</p><p>How does it do it? Well. it has two multi-plate clutches, one connected to 1st, 3rd, 5th and reverse gears.The second clutch is connected to the other three gears. When a shift is made the gear is selected with the clutch open so it doesn't drive. Meanwhile, the other clutch is still lengaged so it transmits drive. Then, one clutch is disengaged and the other engaged at the same time. As a result, you get super-smooth shifts in the blink of an eyelid, at full throttle if you want. Of course, you can let the DSG act as a normal automatic if you want.</p><p>This is the ultimate high-speed shift system for ultimate performance. And because there isn't a torque converter like on normal automatics, the gas consumption is as good as a stick-shift. This spells the end of the normal stick-shift - if they can get the price down.</p><p>Suspension is pretty conventional, but to save weight the cross bars and track control mounts are aluminum. Struts are used at the front, and multi-links at the rear.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Electro-mechanical power steering</h3><p>Also new is the electro-mechanical power-assisted steering. Usually, hydraulic assistance is used, but with an electric servo motor instead the steering feel and amount of power assistance can be set to suit different conditions - such as easy parking, but good control at high speeds.</p><p>Overall, this little Audi A3,is a true pocket rocket to roar past quite a few supercars!</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892454983374415304.post-40400214500410099132021-04-04T06:20:00.052-07:002023-07-22T20:32:46.499-07:00Super Compact Sports Car Lotus Elise 111R<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgydhFsIYk9uuiAKo4sfvrBT9_QeqeIcfVj7SLfCkP6Q5qtkFE3SlJ9fOaQWem33ke3PXrE3vPYjL6PNI7aEHeFkCj6Bub_Kk602zWHAVfCeqi5eM7q5RDFhRBpgWRfKYJIm0vXaRUAqA97/s640/Lotus+Elise+111R.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="383" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgydhFsIYk9uuiAKo4sfvrBT9_QeqeIcfVj7SLfCkP6Q5qtkFE3SlJ9fOaQWem33ke3PXrE3vPYjL6PNI7aEHeFkCj6Bub_Kk602zWHAVfCeqi5eM7q5RDFhRBpgWRfKYJIm0vXaRUAqA97/s16000/Lotus+Elise+111R.jpg" /></a></div><br />Pedigree tells, they say, and the Lotus Elise 111R has a terrific pedigree. Colin Chapman, the founder of Lotus Cars, invented the concept of lightweight sports cars and racing cars that could literally run rings round the competition with much less power.<span><a name='more'></a></span><p></p><p>Not only that, but in the days when Colin Chapman ran the company, Lotus made a string of innovations, including the first monocoque Grand Prix car, the stunning ground effect cars, not to mention the backbone chassis and unique methods of making large glass fiber moldings.</p><p>The latest Lotus, the Elise, lives up to its pedigree. It is very light, it handles beautifully, and has a unique frame. Here is a sports car with such fine handling braking and acceleration it is really a tiny supercar.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Lightweight frame</h3><p>Lotus Elise has a lightweight aluminum frame with glass fiber composite panels. Most manufacturers who use aluminum extrusions use them with castings welded together into a frame.</p><p>Lotus developed a method of adhesively bonding the extrusions and sheet that make up the frame. The extrusions are also fixed together by Ejot fasteners these are a cross between screws and rivets which lock the panels together supplementing the adhesive joints.</p><p>The frame consists of a pair of deep aluminum sections, joined together by a narrow cross member at the front, and curved out to go round the cockpit and the engine bay. There are a number of stiffening cross members, also extruded, and the power train is carried in a detachable steel sub-frame. The result is a very light and stiff structure, clothed in unstressed body panels.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Double-wishbone suspension</h3><p>The rear suspension links pivot on the rear sub-frame, but at the front the links pivot on the frame . Double wishbone suspension is used front and rear, the bottom link of the rear suspension being adjustable for toe-in. Bilstein dampers, with special settings developed by Lotus are used in conjunction with coil springs all round. Of course, there is rack and pinion steering, and cross-drilled discs with AP front and Brembo rear calipers.</p><p>These days wheels and tires and getting huge, so its a surprise to see that Lotus Elise 111R has 175/55R tires on 6.5 x 16 inch wheels at the front, and 225/45 tires on 7.5 x 17 inch rear wheels. The idea is that the cornering power should match the car, not that the tires should make the car look good actually they do that anyway.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Lotus Elise 111R test drive</h3><p>So the red Lotus Elise was sitting there, hood up, looking great. The classic, simple lines much improved with the Targa top, are just right, and yet different. It was a bright, sunny day so I'd already decided to drive with the soft-top down. </p><p>It's not really a soft-top as Lotus Elise now has a Targa top, with a roll bar built in. The canvas top just fills the gap between the windscreen and rear body. When you remove it you stow it behind the seats. Taking it off is easy, but putting it on again requires a bit of a knack because you fix one side and then roll the other side into position so the plungers lock into holes.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Engine seems more powerful than it is</h3><p>Toyota developed the engine management system to give a real step when the high-lift cams come in at 6,200 rpm, but Lotus developed its own controller to give a much smoother transition. Maximum torque is delivered at 6,800 rpm, but you would not think it was at such a high speed in the Lotus.</p><p>This engine pulls well at low speed, and begins to get going at around 4,000 rpm. The real power comes in at about 5,000 rpm but as they say, it is then a smooth transition all the way up to 8,000 rpm. So you've got plenty of revs to play with, from a very willing engine.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Plenty of feel</h3><p>Al the time, you are feeling what is happening through the steering, which seems to be geared just right. The bumps are felt as well as the under steer, and you are really in touch with the way in which the tires are moving over the road.</p><p>On these roads, third and fourth gears are what you use mostly, with the odd occasion to drop to second to overtake. This Lotus Elise will do 40, 65 and 85 mph in the first three ratios, so you've plenty of overtaking power at any legal speed and higher of course.</p><p>My initial impression of the ride was confirmed. It is supple, and soaks up bumps very well. If you accelerate away from a T-junction with a poor surface, you can get a bit of a clonk as a wheel dips down into the hollow in the road surface, but even at these speeds the ride is good for this type of car better than some hot hatches. Good ride coupled with good handling has always been the hallmark of Lotus, though.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Amazing performer on track</h3><p>On the track, the car performs superbly. Flat out down the straight, stand on the brakes before the bend, heel-and-toe to drop into second for the hairpin and wind her round accelerating through. Go a bit faster and you feel the under steer build up, as you power out. Through the faster curves, the car can be set up before the curve, set on line and held there with no effort. The car follows the desired line with ease, as you feel yourself being pressed hard against the side of the seat.</p><p>It's only after you've done this for a few laps that you can recall just how well the car goes where pointed, how slick the shifts are, and how easy it is to heel-and-toe as you brake hard while shifting down to enter the corner.</p><p>And how good the brakes are, although on the road they don't have quite as much feel as some other cars. And most of all how well the car corners, with almost no roll, and extremely fast.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Tail slide at will on hairpins</h3><p>If you go in fairly slow and accelerate out of a slow bend, Lotus Elise under steers safely and predictably as the speed builds up. If that's not your style you can convert that into a tail slide at will.</p><p>You either tweak the wheel as you come into the corner or lift off a little, and the car will go sideways. Then pile on the power, and according to how you judge the opposite lock, the car with either straighten up or squirm as you apply opposite lock giving the car full power and further corrections as it slides too far off line. Amazingly controllable.</p><p>The same technique, using a sharp tweak of the wheel can be used on faster bends to kill the under steer and get the tail out, but you need a bit of skill to get that right. Not recommended for the road.</p><p>All the time, you can feel what is happening at the road, through the steering wheel, though the pedals and through the seat of your pants. Feel, precision, great cornering power, brakes and acceleration to match.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">A great sports car and packs a big punch</h3><p>Without doubt, the Lotus Elise is a great sports car, which achieves its performance with the combination of the approach of Colin Chapman, the founder of Lotus cars: light weight, a low center of gravity, excellent handling, and a good engine.</p><p>This is a superb performer, that can out-accelerate many bigger cars thanks to a power;weight ratio of 220 bhp per tone, giving a 0-60 mph time of 4.9 seconds, and terrific acceleration whenever you want it.</p><p>On top of all that that, because the car is so light and has good aerodynamics the fuel consumption can be amazingly good as well. Just brilliant, and tremendous fun. Don't be put off by the small engine. This car packs a much bigger punch than its size would suggest.</p><p>But is it practical? If you live in a warm climate, yes. If it rains a lot, as it does in the west of England it is not so practical when the weather is bad. If it starts to rain while you're driving, you're likely to be wet before you get the soft-top up but you could buy the optional hardtop.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892454983374415304.post-87625680288521696272021-03-16T00:27:00.028-07:002023-07-22T20:33:45.780-07:00Suzuki Ignis Slim Body Dimension And Luxurious Design<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX8llYin937Ef1NvZhkB2buGmhrmWuH1H2T7rcC42mB2D_PyUqcUAxBLHT6qMxNKLLAKpAATBNXf4xDOebASLXy8lrZmxV83yo7f4AM-HRqUdvFAzyuhoV9Mwx684m8gkmflHBAtwkb6qT/s640/Suzuki+Ignis+Design.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="383" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX8llYin937Ef1NvZhkB2buGmhrmWuH1H2T7rcC42mB2D_PyUqcUAxBLHT6qMxNKLLAKpAATBNXf4xDOebASLXy8lrZmxV83yo7f4AM-HRqUdvFAzyuhoV9Mwx684m8gkmflHBAtwkb6qT/s16000/Suzuki+Ignis+Design.jpg" /></a></div><br />One of the city cars produced by a car manufacturer that has an old manufacturer in Indonesia, Suzuki, launched a new car known as the Suzuki Ignis brand. This LCGC class car owned by Suzuki has a sleek body and a luxurious design, and able to become one of the dark horses of competition for cars in the city car class. <span><a name='more'></a></span>Suzuki Ignis is known to be more affordable for the lower middle class.<p></p><p>The Suzuki Ignis has both millennial and fierce body curves, which has made this car overrun. This car comes with a standard and sporty version, with the difference being the lower front bumper, then the lower rear bumper, the sides are also added with a neat chrome line, making this car even more beautiful and very millennial.</p><p>The standard version of the Suzuki Ignis, the front only has a bonnet clam shell which makes it sturdier side by side with the large S emblem, and the headlights use LED and DRL. While the sporty version has more complete variations, such as the front under spoiler which is right above the number plate holder, unfortunately it is not equipped with a fog lamp.</p><p>Then from the side, this car looks tough with 15-inch trapezoid design wheels and mirrors with turn signs. The rear has the same trunk door shape for both versions, only a few accessories are the difference, including the rear upper spoiler used in the sporty version, and four parking sensors on the GX Standard version.</p><p>On the interior, the Suzuki Ignis does not offer a very spacious cabin so it only fits five passengers. However, this car has many features in it, such as a seven-inch head unit on the dashboard with a futuristic look, complete with silver + black accents. On the steering lever there is also an audio switch control so you don't have to shift your hand if you want to change your favorite radio channel. This car is also equipped with an auto climate control feature.</p><p>The Suzuki Ignis has two versions, a standard version and a sport version, which are equipped with an engine that is capable enough to be used in the city. The engine used is coded K12M with a 1,197 cc cylindrical cubication and has a diameter of x steps of 73.0 mm x 71.5 mm, making this car agile and agile on traffic jams, producing power that is neither too big nor too small. The fuel system used in this car is multi point injection technology.</p><p>If you look at a glance, the Suzuki Ignis is smaller than its other competitors, such as the Yaris and Jazz, it looks more like Ayla and Agya, but this car has a nicer design curve and is eye catching. This car is 3,700 mm long, 1,690 mm wide and 1,595 mm high. The wheelbase on this car is 2,435 mm, with a front / rear distance of 1,460 mm / 1,470 mm and a minimum distance of 180 mm. Meanwhile, the minimum turning radius is 4.7 m.</p><p>This car is equipped with Ventilated Disc front brakes and rear brakes, and has a tire size of 175/65 R15. This car is equipped with security features, dual SRS airbags, ABS + EBD and also locks for baby seats.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892454983374415304.post-3471115075246150382021-03-08T22:09:00.004-08:002023-07-22T20:33:54.329-07:00Understanding Direct Gasoline Injection<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjU32ft2v4kkqFAmyD30uEuv4BntBeGyoWtAfiU3Jch4Uhr268NoQ1S4FQv4resrtlpqesToEu90EIDiBcuD56u2ujU4lcPiteM-byjarK0Jd6MbTXguX8kb0FsKiJF0VFJJwKd0V6GSpOQ/s640/Direct+Gasoline+Injection.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="385" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjU32ft2v4kkqFAmyD30uEuv4BntBeGyoWtAfiU3Jch4Uhr268NoQ1S4FQv4resrtlpqesToEu90EIDiBcuD56u2ujU4lcPiteM-byjarK0Jd6MbTXguX8kb0FsKiJF0VFJJwKd0V6GSpOQ/s16000/Direct+Gasoline+Injection.jpg" /></a></div><br />Ask mature drivers what “under the hood” technology introduced in the past three decades has benefited them the most and you’ll likely hear “fuel injection” mentioned numerous times. That’s because fuel injectors replaced the lowly carburetor, providing a more accurate and dependable air-fuel mixture for modern engines.<span><a name='more'></a></span><p></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Fuel Injection</h3><p>Fuel injection technology, however, has been around since 1952, when the Robert Bosch Corporation introduced this technology. Gradually, fuel injection found its way to Porsche and other European brands, but it wasn’t until the early 1990s that the last of the carburetors disappeared from American cars. Today, fuel injection reigns supreme, but is now being challenged by a better mousetrap: direct gasoline injection.</p><p>Direct gasoline injection improves upon the old technology by utilizing three key components:</p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>A high pressure pump</li><li>A fuel rail</li><li>Multiple fuel injectors</li><li>Air Fuel Mixture</li></ul><p></p><p>With direct gasoline injection engines, the A/F mixture is formed directly in the combustion chamber. Engines run more efficiently with fuel consumption reduced by up to 15 percent and torque improved by up to 5 percent. Unlike traditional fuel injection where fuel takes circuitous route to the combustion chamber, GDI offers an immediate response, eliminating the problem of wasted fuel.</p><p>Only combustion air is pulled through the open intake valve during the intake stroke, with high pressure fuel injected by special injectors into the combustion chamber. GDI requires precise calibration to ensure reduced fuel consumption and to achieve the resultant lower levels of emissions that is released into the environment. Car manufacturers are producing new gasoline engines to handle the higher pressures that GDI requires.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Pressurized Gasoline</h3><p>Robert Bosch is one of the leading manufacturers of direct gasoline injection, with its system utilizing a high-pressure pump that compresses gasoline to the high pressure level required in the fuel rail. The injectors attached to the fuel rail meter and atomize the fuel extremely fast and under high pressure in order to achieve the best possible mixture formation directly in the combustion chamber.</p><p>In 2009, Hyundai released its Theta II engine that is designed specifically for GDI. This 2.4-liter four cylinder engine, which also features turbocharging technology, offers a 10 percent fuel economy improvement over a traditional gasoline engine. Moreover, Theta II produces 200 horsepower and offers 186 lb.-ft. of torque.</p><p>Theta II has enabled Hyundai to offer a midsize sedan, the Sonata, that offers class leading fuel economy and performance to go along with its segment leading size.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892454983374415304.post-24183372311272718462021-03-03T00:41:00.003-08:002023-07-22T20:34:01.890-07:00Taking Care of the Car Tires<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMR0G1h6XFCzk5gPg60Pn-Gv6JITfYUOng0XB-4c77Ri31v1xIyIVpkzt1rbRk85K-EmGHFWqA2F3K58peFE5k2XKB0EvLwb1Ve0rYnyykB4RTJckfJ6vPDdGrxV3lvyHPoUyJhp2zjKEl/s640/Care+of+the+Car+Tires.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="383" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMR0G1h6XFCzk5gPg60Pn-Gv6JITfYUOng0XB-4c77Ri31v1xIyIVpkzt1rbRk85K-EmGHFWqA2F3K58peFE5k2XKB0EvLwb1Ve0rYnyykB4RTJckfJ6vPDdGrxV3lvyHPoUyJhp2zjKEl/s16000/Care+of+the+Car+Tires.jpg" /></a></div><br />One of probably the most critical, and very easily worn, elements of an automobile may be the tire. Considering that you’ll find 4 tires on most private automobiles, which is four instances the troubles that may come consequently of poor servicing. Tires are incredibly critical to several aspects of a car. <span><a name='more'></a></span><p></p><p>Not only do tires supply the implies whereby the car can even move, they may be also crucial for correct quantities of fuel efficiency, for retaining automobiles about the road even in rainy or snowy climate, and for maintaining manage in the car. There are a couple of things that each car owner needs to know as they keep their tires.</p><p>Tires might be punctured with nails or glass on the road, compress or get flat when the weather will get cooler, and be worn bald with time. Due to the fact nails and other related objects have this kind of a detrimental impact within the tire being a entire, any tire which is punctured will probably need to be replaced by yet another tire, which might be very high-priced. To avoid this, it really is very best to watch out for any sharp objects while driving in order to guarantee that tires are not punctured.</p><p>Since there exists air within the tires, the amount of inflation while in the tire is relatively established by the climate. As weather will get colder, the air within a tire compresses and might create a reduced or close to flat tire. </p><p>Driving on underinflated tires can ruin the tires themselves, too as generate a totally flat tire and lower the car’s fuel efficiency. One more consequence of not taking care of tires is the fact that they sooner or later lose their tread and become bald. Because the roads grow to be slicker, tires have significantly less of a opportunity to grab onto them since the friction is lowered.</p><p>Putting a bald tire on the slick road is a positive recipe for an uncontrollable and dangerous car. Taking care of tires can assist significantly to ensure you’re along with your passengers’ security by way of any variety of weather and any kind of circumstance. Preserving manage in the tires aids all to sustain manage in the car as a entire. </p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892454983374415304.post-86654000526533222972021-02-20T22:37:00.003-08:002023-07-22T20:34:16.168-07:00 Honda Accord, Luxurious And Charming Exterior Design<p style="text-align: left;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgguc2PviSXpKVBpjykveWcn91Yk_uJS0zDbp0I0tzT4v_bGAYSNK0BmLzW5wvKvxcigjv59XARz-fevC94a-7U8KJN6iFuGewT36Tmnc5qWlJ7lgE9JYYtrppQ_YmtIncCRhuMMgOLXG71/s640/Honda+Accord+Luxurious.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="384" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgguc2PviSXpKVBpjykveWcn91Yk_uJS0zDbp0I0tzT4v_bGAYSNK0BmLzW5wvKvxcigjv59XARz-fevC94a-7U8KJN6iFuGewT36Tmnc5qWlJ7lgE9JYYtrppQ_YmtIncCRhuMMgOLXG71/s320/Honda+Accord+Luxurious.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>After a while ago reviewing one of the lower-end luxury sedans from Honda, the Honda Civic, now is the time to revisit the high-end luxury sedan made by Honda, the Honda Accord. It is known that the first generation of Honda sedans entered Indonesia since 1978. And for now the ninth generation has been produced, the Honda Accord. <span><a name='more'></a></span><p></p><p style="text-align: left;">The target market for this luxury sedan includes a very exclusive market segment so that only certain high-class cars can experience this Honda-made car. Even with this market segmentation, it makes the Honda Accord worthy of being aligned with various other premium cars circulating in Indonesia. Now for more details, see the full review of the Honda Accord below. </p><p style="text-align: left;">Unlike its younger brother (Honda Civic), which has smaller dimensions and is priced at under half a billion rupiah. The Honda Accord is arguably a luxury vehicle in all its aspects. Even its first presence in the country was welcomed by the Indonesian people so that the Honda Prospect Motor (HPM) strives to provide more proud quality and performance. Therefore, Honda Prospect Moto launched the latest generation, the Honda Accord, which was the ninth generation in 2013. </p><p style="text-align: left;">Honda cars are now available in only one type, the Accord 2.4L VTi-L ES. How tough is this latest generation of Honda Accord? Take a look at the full Honda Accord review in the segment below.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Honda Accord Exterior Design</h3><p style="text-align: left;">Well, let's first review the specifications of the Honda Accord in terms of external appearance. It can be seen that the exterior design of the latest generation Accord has been refined on the front fascia or front view with a medium sized grill which has 2 horizontal lines crossed with chrome accents and the Honda emblem which also has a chrome accent makes this Honda Deal look elegant. The hood or front bumper looks very sturdy with a luxurious aerodynamic design that will further enhance the fork fork capability. </p><p style="text-align: left;">Besides, it is no less luxurious and elegant because it has 2 accent lines that stand out on the top and bottom of this Honda Accord. As for the rear of this luxury sedan it has a fascia design which is very elegant and luxurious due to the chrome ornate accents that give a charming line to the combination of the stop lamp and the curves of the house lights that blend into the body of the vehicle, making Honda a luxurious and exclusive deal.</p><p style="text-align: left;">Even improvements to the specifications of the Honda Accord are also given for functional features such as Headlight with Auto On OF, Fog Lamp, HID Headlight with Auto Leveling, Hidrophilic Mirorr, Restor Door Miror and Door Mirror with Turning signals that will help and facilitate drivers in driving a sedan this is when traveling.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0