Mar 6, 2010

During a recent interview, the vice chairman of the Tata group, Ravi Kant, has revealed that Jaguar and Land Rover are in for a complete corporate reorganization. “Speed and agility represented the requirements of the renewed group, more streamlined genetic code of reality,” said Kant introducing the simplification work started by Carl-Peter Forster, CEO Tata: the manager is in fact working on post-trade strategy 2012 – following the launch of XE - which could comprise an unspecified model of access. “We need an entry-level car. It is the very existence of the Jaguar-Land Rover.” Threw the stone, Kant has not released further details regarding size and segment, indicating only the possibility of working with a third brand that provides the platform. This uncertainty is amplified even minimal along the corridors of registered Land Rover, which is divided into two sections: if the range Range Rover has earned a total trust, you can’t say the same for the Freelander, Discovery and Defender models too different from a the other for not inspire thoughts are ill suited to their coat of arms. Also because Kant has closed the interview with a cryptic sentence: “the UK market has an incidence of 25% of total registrations JLR. What we want may not be what most consumers want.” In short, even the traditional “british” quid  will be resized. Incoming search terms:jaguar and land rover reorganisation 2012Related Posts:Jaguar and Land Rover on track for growthJaguar is back to Le MansOfficial: Spyker today completed the acquisition of manufacturer SaabJaguar...

Mar 4, 2010

As a motorcycle for all situations Yamaha praises with their new Super Ténéré XT1200Z ABS. This luxury Enduro is available from May this year at a cost of 14 750 euros. The bike is powered by a new liquid-cooled two-cylinder engine with a series of 1 199 cc engine, which provides 81 kW/110 hp and has an electronic fuel injection and dual ignition. The maximum torque of 114 Nm is available at 6 000 rpm, so that both casual cruising and passing maneuvers are likely to succeed with ease. The new Tenere The new Tenere will be characterized by precision in the response and a high sense of security. The center of bike’s mass is located low and central, which is the Japanese attitude in all driving situations, light and handy. For good terrain features including the ground clearance of 20.5 cm and provide the robust design with a frame made of high tensile strength steel. The front wheel is guided by a 43-millimeter-thick upside-down fork, preload in and train and compression damping is adjustable. The Monoshock of the back wheel is also variable in train and rebound. Both can be adjusted according to the manufacturer by hand without tools. The Super Tenere is also equipped as standard with an overload and the rear frame has been strengthened in view of the additional burden with panniers and front passenger and luggage. Electronic throttle control YCC-T Like some other Yamaha models have the Super Tenere on the electronic throttle control YCC-T. Here, the throttle position is monitored electronically and determines the appropriate degree of opening of the valves and the...

BMW presented the first informations about the 5 Series Activehybrid, hybrid concept ready for Geneva Auto Show 2010. BMW will present next week in Geneva the Activehybrid 5 Series, a concept designed to extend the hybrid line of the Bavarian producer. The new BMW concept will be the first model from a series which will make the debut on the market only in 2011. 5 Series BMW Activehybrid is the third model with hybrid drivetrain, after ActiveHybrid X6 and 7 Series ActiveHybrid. Series 5 will use a derivation of the existing hybrid powertrain on Series 7. The 15 KW Engine from the 7 Series was modified to reach a power of 40 kW, able to maintain a hundred percent hybrid model. BMW has implemented a system that can change the function of the hybrid module vehicle to a normal one. The Biturbo engine is a traditional six-cylinder that develops 300 horsepower. In the trunk, Series 5 Activehybrid benefits of a much larger battery than what you have on the Series 7 Activehybrid. In addition, BMW has operated a series of amendments to expand and streamline the way it works electrically. One of these would be monitoring the route of navigation. Bavarians have not yet published consumption figures and CO2 emissions. Incoming search terms:bmw seria 7 2010Related Posts:Weird cars vs Supercars

Feb 25, 2010

The first pictures and information of the new generation Porsche Cayenne started today on the Internet. Porsche SUV comes with a new design, somewhat controversial, and a hybrid version, identical to that of the VW Touareg. Although Porsche doesn’t want to reveal any photos and information of the new generation Cayenne, spoil the surprise of the Germans was a series of images posted online. SUV manufacturer in Stuttgart over traditional lines Porsche in the front but take a strange back with new lines and a roof that descends slowly from the first generation. New Porsche Cayenne Like its predecessor, the new Cayenne platform borrows Touareg brother of concern but calling and a number of mechanical components of recent Panamera. Although increased in size to 40 mm, the new generation of luxury SUV’s manages to be easy as 200 kg than the old Cayenne. Under the hood of the new product will be Porsche drive V6 3.6-liter and 300 horsepower, introduced last week and the Panamera, but a diesel, all V6, made in Volkswagen, which delivers 240 horsepower. Those who want more power can choose the version of the Cayenne S 400-horsepower V8 squeezed out of 4.8 liters, or for the Cayenne Turbo, supercharged animated version of this engine. It will not be forgotten or hybrid version, which, like Touareg, will benefit from the services of a V6 petrol units of 3.3 liter TSI and 333 horsepower, helped by an electric motor, which promises 47-horsepower. More information about Porsche SUV will be unveiled in the Geneva Motor Show next week, following the production to start this...

Feb 25, 2010

Lexus Division performance could give birth in 2013 a top versions of the model GS. This could hide under the hood of a V10 engine 450 horsepower. In the eternal challenge to the German premium brand, Lexus is working on two new sporty models: the F GS and the new SC. The high-performance version of the Lexus GS will be born to fight with the sporty sedan BMW M5, Audi RS6 and Mercedes E-Class AMG, and the second generation Lexus SC will be conducted as not to leave its niche market into the hands of the Mercedes SL. The two new models of premium sports brand of Toyota will not arrive soon: in fact, speaks for the GS-2013 F and 2014 for the new SC. The Lexus GS F will be equipped with the 4.6 V10 engine with 450 hp engine that will result from the splitting of 4.8 of the LFA supercar. The engineers of the House have decided to reduce Japan’s power and displacement for increased torque at low revs. Instead, the new Lexus SC will be characterized by aesthetically metal roof, or by the hybrid scheme, consisting of the heat engine 5.0 V8 engine coupled with electric positioned on the rear axle. Incoming search terms:2013 lexuslexus 2013lexus is 2013lexus scnew lexus is 20132013 LEXUS SCnew lexus 20132013 lexus sc4302013 lexus isneuer lexus is 2013Related Posts:2012 Kia K9 – official info and photosUsed cars vs. new carsGeneva 2012 Live: Lexus – hybrid and conceptGeneva 2012 Live: Toyota and the amazing conceptsDetroit 2012 Live: Scion FR-S Racer the U.S. version of Toyota...

Feb 24, 2010

The new Volkswagen Touareg is available for purchase today. This is also true for the hybrid version with an average fuel consumption to EU standard of 8.2 liters/100 km, the initial price in Germany is 50 700 euros for the 3.0 TDI V6 with 176 kW/240 hp. The V6 hybrid version 3.0 TSI with 245 kW/333 hp will be available from 73,500 euros. As an additional engine is a 250 kW/340 hp V8 TDI is available. The new Touareg weighs 208 kilograms less than its predecessor, the fuel consumption and emissions have been reduced by up to 40 percent better. Among the optional technical innovations include the “terrain technology package” that the permanent 4Motion four-wheel drive X also allows tougher assignments in the field, as well as the surrounding view “View Area”, which combines four camera views, and consequently facilitate the driving in confusing environment. Incoming search terms:touareg newsRelated Posts:Volkswagen Touareg Panamericana was exposed in WolfsburgInside the VW Academy with Bill Hader and Danielle GumroVolkswagen Touareg 3.0 TDI WallpapersTest Drive: Volkswagen Touareg – King AttackPorsche 911 GT3 R – Speechless