Jan 25, 2013

In mid 1543, a Portuguese named Francisco Zeimoto Caravan managed to land it on a new realm, still unexplored by Europeans. It was a pure accident. Zeimoto later have to find it first European stepped on Japanese soil. And still later, the Portuguese learned that changed my life inhabitants of Tanegashima, where he landed with a simple pistol. Locals were so fascinated by firearms, that they decided to create their own defense tools. It was not long and weapons from Tanegashima became famous worldwide. Something like this happened and cars. The Japanese saw Europeans use mobile ingenious solution, which adopted it immediately. It is true that at first their attempts were copied more timid and European models. Gradually, however, they have been improved and, like weapons in Tanegashima, became famous around the world. Today, nearly five centuries after his landing Zeimoto, rewrite history in reverse. The Japanese landed in Portugal, near Lisbon, with a new weapon that promises to...

Mar 15, 2011

BMW have confirmed that they will create a hybrid based on wheelbase 5 Series specifically for the Chinese market and confirmed the start of a three-cylinder turbo engine TwinPower. Norbert Reithofer, chief executive of BMW Group, has confirmed his debut 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid at the Auto Show in Shanghai. With this confirmation, BMW chief also spoke about the future of three-cylinder turbo engine and the release of Series 1. Surprisingly, the hybrid version of the 5 Series will be available only in China and is based on wheelbase version of the model. That vehicle is produced at Brilliance China Automotive Holdings ones. The second announcement Norbert Reithofer relate to the production version of the Mini coupe, with the second generation of the BMW 1 Series. The two models will debut together in a car showroom, along with the BMW M5 and the new BMW 6 Series Coupe and BMW 6 Series Convertible. The new 1 Series Coupe and the new Mini are two models whose final appearance has not...

Toyota says it is recalling more than two million vehicles sold in the United States to address the concerns of the accelerator pedal could become caught under the carpet, causing the vehicle to accelerate unintentionally. The latest recall adds up to 12 million vehicles Toyota has already recalled worldwide over similar gas pedal problems in the past two years. Recall comes on the heels of the conclusion of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that the electronic problems were not to blame for unintended acceleration cases involving Toyota vehicles. The cause of the problem seems to be centered around the vehicle carpets and rugs that could cause the accelerator pedal does not return to idle their natural resting place, but to become temporarily stuck in a partially depressed position. The latest recall includes 600000 2003-2009 Toyota 4Runners, Toyota RAV4s and 17,000 from 2006 to 2010 761 000 2008-2011 Lexus LX 570s to replace the carpet that could change in position....

Feb 20, 2011

Chevrolet Equinox is part of a growing segment of the “plus” small crossover SUVs. Like other such vehicles, the Equinox offers utility and style normally associated with more traditional SUVs, but not their clumsy driving dynamics and fuel economy poor. Like other crossover, the Equinox is built on a platform that provides superior on-road and carlike comfort palituri resistance. There were two generations Equinox. earlier models were known for their roomy interiors and easy to ride nature, but also suffered from indoor materials that do not correspond. The second-generation Equinox, due to sharp styling, improved cabin fit and finish, additional features and new engine choices, is a much improved vehicle and a top pick for a small crossover SUV. Current Chevrolet Equinox: Chevrolet Equinox crossover SUV is available in LS, 1lt, 2 l and LTZ trim levels. LS comes very well equipped with power front seat height adjustment, a sliding and reclining rear seats, OnStar and...

Feb 19, 2011

Nissan S30 (sold as the Nissan Fairlady Z in Japan and other markets as the Datsun 240Z and 260Z and 280Z late) was the first generation of Z 2 seats and 2 +2 sports coupe produced by Nissan Japan from 1969 to 1978. It was designed by a team led by Mr Yoshihiko Matsuo, head of Nissan’s Sports Car Styling Studio. HLS30 was left drive model and HS30 appointment for right-hand drive model. All variants had a 4-wheel independent suspension consisted of MacPherson strut bar in front (borrowed from the Datsun Laurel C30) and Chapman struts in back.Discs front and rear drums were standard. 240Z and 260Z used twin carburetors Hitachi variable-venturi one barrel side-draft SU-like. Carburettors have been modified since 1973 model year to comply with emissions regulations, but the earlier carburetors were far superior performance. fuel injection (L-Jetronic electronic fuel injection, developed by Bosch) was added for the 280Z in 1975 for the United States. This was primarily to deal...

Feb 19, 2011

While previously only showed only slightly veiled versions of the redesigned Civic sedan and sport-oriented Civic Coupe And now we have official pictures for six seven variants of the Honda Civic, including standard Civic Coupe and Sedan and Coupe and Sedan, Civic Hybrid and the new Civic HF (high fuel efficiency) model, only missing Civic GX Natural Gas Vehicle at the moment. Honda was brief details of the propulsion system, when the concept reveals, disclosing only that “most” (details below) will win its Civic Eco Assist system, which can alter the shift points and throttle sensitivity to promote greener driving . Honda currently offers its Eco Assist its CR-Z buttons and Insight hybrid models, but will offer its first gasoline Civic function. However, we now have details for each model in terms of both power and efficiency. HF 2012 Honda Civic, Sedan, Coupe and GX natural gas vehicle specifications All these models have a 140 horsepower 1.8-liter i-VTEC engine is...