Kia GT Concept

This is finally some new pictures that will be held mostly on display at the Kia stand that the Korean manufacturer's Mount, the GT Concept.

KIA reveals more pictures of this new Kia is a car that can put the segment, which includes car Panamera, fast, CLS, or limit the Quattroporte. The look is subtle, powerful, and all breathe sobre sportsmanship. Designers, led by Peter Schreyer, has been developed for this large sedan GT concept, Hyundai, Genesis, or the beginning of this Kia is propulsion.May find a few influences from Citroen in front, only for the Maserati and Aston Martin back to profile, but the overall impression is rather smooth, although it will open four antagonists, that access to clean designed four Interior passengers.n the cabin, the atmosphere is almost "zen", where 4 is tight leather seats, some aluminum parts, a plate, and a clean edge, combined with a successful tool, even if it is based on the Audi car or cars on his own terms.

A nice car to find out next week in size, to move and appreciate the details, including mechanics, although it seems that this concept GT is powered by a V8 engine singing a beautiful car.

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Opel Light Electric Vehicles, Which Was The Surprise Of Opel

He hid under the tent, and seemed to grow slightly. And 'the answer to the Opel Renault Twizy, quadracycle electric two-seater, sitting together. It is not a production model, but a prototype. He could end up in production, but is a bit 'too early to venture so.

This would have two versions quadracycle Twizy. Limited to 45 km / h and power would be for drivers without B1 cards serve as a moped license. In a limited release at 120 km / h, unable to move by road and highway. We do not know what has autonomy.

The press release is near, but anticipates euros for 100 km, Germany, to see the price (better than the Spanish). It weighs about a third type of utility is responsible for the Corsa (B), and consumes 10 times less energy.

If at the end leads to the production, Renault will not be able to say that it is "still a comparison." We hope that during the Hall of Frankfurt will give us more information.

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Rumors About The New Compact Mercedes-Benz

Apparently, Mercedes-Benz is about to disclose a statement on the future of the compact class. Now, with its platform Fwd, have two models, the Class A and Class B. According to insider claims should be placed on the market three variants of this platform.

First of all, it would be Class Coupe / CLC, which appeared in 2013 to fight for the BMW 1 Series. A year later he appeared in a compact SUV, which could be called the GLC, to compete with BMW and Audi Q3 X 1. But there is another, the relative (or a shooting brake), could be called the CLC Shooting Brake, which arrives in 2014.

This information has not been refuted or verified by the brand and the very future. The first of three European monarchies want to sell large volumes. Mercedes-Benz range of access to some of BMW and Audi, and therefore we need more models. And they have a platform ...

The goal of this attack would be to double the turnover of the product compact models of contact (Smart does not count), up to 400 000 units a year. Make it clear recently that they want to increase sales, and that could mean more models almost certain.

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Renault Laguna Restyling ... Diesel Engines!

Between Frendzy, restyled Twingo and perhaps a surprise, the Laguna will try to be a place for Renault in Frankfurt right position to highlight the latest developments of its diesel engines 1.5 L and 2.0 L dCi.

This type of engine which is about 85% of sales of Renault sedan benefits from development to lower consumption and CO2 emissions.

This 1.5-liter dCi engine (K9K) develops and sees a modified electronic control. Has the ESM (Smart Energy Management) is a system of energy recovery during braking. It 's always developing 110 hp and 240 Nm @ 4000, 1750 TRS TRS / min. The performance will not move (Vmax: 192 km / h), but the average fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. It is a sedan, mixed with an updated list of changes to 4.7 liters per 100 km 100 km 4 2 L (ditto for the estate version), and CO falls from 120 g of 109 g / km (110 g of the estate). The 2.0 dCi versions of the 130 L and 150 MVA, evolve through the integration of Stop & Start system and the recovery of energy during braking. Power and torque is (130 ch, ch 150 and 320 Nm, 340 Nm), but decreased the level of CO2 emissions, and mixed drinks. This updated list of mixed (130 and 150 hp) sedan passes 5.2 litres/100 km and 4.5 l/100 km and CO2 emissions in the autumn of 136 g to 120 g / km. More Real Estate 0.1 km l/100 with a 2.0 liter dCi 130 or 150 of these cases are version.Standards BVM6.

These engines will arrive in the concession and are available in September 2011.

Version 1.5 L and 2.0 L Inn receive a bonus of 400 € in purchasing.

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Ford Introduces New DNA Style Concept Of Evos

The next generation of Ford brand cars worldwide will be given a more upscale look.

Language development of Ford kinetic design will be shown next month at the Frankfurt Motor Show concept car on the Evo.

While the car look more high level, prices will continue to emphasize value, said J Mays, head of global design manufacturer of automobiles.

Mays said the first car to adopt the new styling cues will be announced in four months, probably at the Auto Show in Detroit.

"We have a new generation of customers around the world are fascinated by the technology that sometimes work in a field," said Mays, who spoke last week at a press conference under embargo.

"They also have an insatiable appetite for high quality design. And I do not just high quality design, but the expensive vehicles and products that appear to be rewarding."

Ages concept has four gullwing doors, and it is about length and width of Focus Fusion. The concept is a plug-in hybrid. Evos' suggestions stylng not appear on the Mustang or F-150, which are the regional vehicles, he said.

Mays said the change in style of the Ford brand is based on six pillars: the silhouette of innovation, the perceived effectiveness, the techniques of tongue surface refined graphics, the new face of Ford and an overview of the premium the car

Speaking of graphics techniques, Mays pointed the industry tends to make light of larger modules.

"They were less about technology and more about design and style," said Mays. "We think that has reached its full development. Thus we arrive at the legal minimum height of the headlights and taillights. We will let the technology speak for graphics flagrant opposition to the style."

In terms of the new face of Ford, said Ford will have a future Mays grilled instead of two, found in the current generation of Ford worldwide.

"It makes the car I think a lot more premium because the inverse trapezoid is higher on the grill, giving the car more presence, more status. In total, it makes a more expensive look. "

The concept was created by the design studio of Ford in Cologne, Germany, with the participation of the company's team of global design.

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Car makers Power 'Quest: A Decision To Charge All

With electric cars and plug-in hybrid, finally trickling into showrooms for car makers general public, is the dream of going to free gasoline is a reality for many motorists. Leaf Nissan cars and the Chevrolet Volt can travel long distances in electric-only mode - at least enough for local races and even the most everyday journeys - while their owners with clouds filling stations.

In fact, the battery of the car at home, or fill the office or shopping center, works well for most drivers. But what about the trips that are outside the scope of a single battery charge? Driver in need could not make a stand for charging and connecting to a quick charge?

It's not that simple.

Sure, there are already public charging stations available, and are coming online every day. But usually take several hours to completely fill the battery.

Consequently, the ability to quickly increase the battery - with a DC charger compatible fast, Leaf can fill 80 percent of capacity in 30 minutes - which can become an important starting point for the differentiation of the electric models.

However, the availability of fast charging stations was supported in part by the absence of an agreement between the automakers in a universal method for fast charging - or even a single electrical connector. Frequently currently the DC fast charging systems are designed to a standard developed in Japan by Nissan, Mitsubishi and Subaru, in collaboration with the Tokyo Electric Power.

Called Chademo, which roughly translates to "expenses, and transfer", using the terminal, which is different from most of the sockets for electric vehicles. As a result, a leaf Chademo compatible car as Nissan, requires two separate connectors.

Overcome a limitation of a short practice is essential for the acceptance by consumers who want no compromise, all-purpose vehicles. The options all have drawbacks. Larger batteries are expensive and seat of the car with extra weight. A built-in generator activated by a gasoline engine, as used in the Volt plug-in hybrids and similar models for the future, is another possible solution, but such systems increase the cost and the books - and emissions of compromise, without the image that attracts consumers to VE in the first place.

Recharge quiet during the night is not a problem. All electric cars come with a charging cable that can connect to a 120-volt household electrical current. More than one extension cable, the cable includes several security features.

"There is no energy to the power outlet before the car talking about a box," said Gary Kissel, a technical expert, referring to the capture of General Motors in the field of electronics. "It 'also the life-saving signals from the machine and the cable is inserted, so it's impossible for you to drive, if you forget to be connected," he said, using the abbreviation of the provision of security known as a circuit breaker fault ground.

Leaf and V, as well as the future of electric cars will be the American market, can use these 120-volt wires messed up, because they are all designed to SAE J1772 standards. The working group assembled by SAE International, an organization of scientists and engineers have developed specific design of a vehicle standard J1772, through the Committee of 150 vehicle manufacturers, equipment manufacturers and electric utilities.

Other groups, such as the American National Standards Institute, including work on standards for cars and electric cars.

Charging an electric car in a 120 volt circuit, called Tier 1 is certainly the trickle charge. The Volt takes about 10 hours to fully charge the 120 volt and the blade, with its large battery, takes almost 20 hours. For plug-in hybrids, which typically have smaller batteries, a charging level of works to recharge at night and at work, but pure Electrics to something stronger.

This is the next step, called Level 2 load uses a 240 volt circuit. Usually, the charging cable is not portable, but is connected to a garage or a loading station, if the charger is built into the real car. These high-voltage cables also the extra cost - around $ 2000, most of which goes to the facility.

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LG Associated With The Project Car General Motors' Electric

After a successful period in LG Electronics, LG Chem Ltd. - the introduction of the Chevy Volt and Opel Ampara - General Motors is preparing for a second innings of this association. In addition, the electric car market, General Motors (GM), and LG are cementing plans to develop electric cars. Many people know GM experiment in this space, but the role of the LG, which is one of the leading brands of consumer electronics does not speak much. General Motors has used the LG-manufactured lithium-ion plug-in hybrid Chevy Volt. However, this contribution, according to reports that an agreement between General Motors CEO, Daniel Akerson, Chairman and LG Juno Cho has been improved to the point that the LG would now control the component, structural and architectural aspects of the project.

Reports indicate that the LG and GM engineers began working on the project is already in the United States, and a team of GM engineers would soon be sent to help the team to their problems of Korea's LG plant.With raised in the carbon footprint of gasoline cars and diesel for the operation, electric cars seems to be an idea that many would not mind accepting. However, this is easier said than done. Electric cars are priced much higher than their gas d. Therefore, convincing people to go for electric cars are not very easy. One way to reduce development costs for businesses and consumers was later co-development of the concept. Several car manufacturers are very popular announcing electric cars. Tesla Toyota plans for an alliance with electric RAV4. To complete it, Tesla has managed a $ 100 million offer. Coincidentally, this case also came through just three days before the agreement between GM and LG.

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It Is A Low Cost Car Insurance

General commercial and industrial crisis has taken its toll on many people, all walks of life. However, I do not think this economic crisis can be stopped by people who defend themselves and strike again. The truth is a matter in the end, we manage and decide our fate, and do not intend to give the world economy to push the problem around us. You may question how a man is able to withstand and deal with financial difficulties. In fact, what is born silver spoon in his mouth and celebrities, people often act contact and consult their financial advisers.What of us, middle and lower classes? We can not hire their own financial advisers. Their pay is even higher than what we can save per year.

We are already on the point of living within our budget, so do not expect you could also save some money on our payroll. We just have to be street smart and do not kill too much work. Do not work in cash, but give money to you.The consulting work extremely cost-effective essential that the gurus make it clear to us is to scratch and get rid of all of these things, or a luxury that you can do without. If you can not live without a flat-screen TV just to buy. Create a list of all invoices and statements you receive and the answer monthly.Credit bank records, telephone bills, telephone bills, insurance for your car you, and the house, teaching, education, bills gas, home mortgage, electric bills, and many are just a simple number of your responsibilities and obligations you have to settle on a monthly basis.

And then the next thing you have to do is quit your vices and bad habits immediately and delete all these fancy things and the material can still live without it. If you are able to do that, then went a step further and check all the things you can not live without, your needs and then basically cut the price of these items. Your car allowance is an example of things you can not live without it. Obviously, your car insurance is something that can not survive without the right end of the day if it causes problems with your car, your car expenses forget, without insurance to support you. It is clear that justification can no longer exist without insurance.One drive from the major responsibilities you have to realize is to establish and verify your insurance package and how you pay for it.

Secondly, this is part of what we can be smarter, to develop an approach to make the insurance premium is even lower. The most important feature is that you should get your hands on a good connection and placement of survey analysis, and thinking strategies. Remember goal: Make your car insurance from your list of wonderful things, and make auto insurance affordable. It 'a huge difference in the middle of these two things. Attention to yourself on how to get affordable auto insurance plan.

Place things you do.Do your work, research, and explore! The World Wide Web is very accessible to many uses in recent days. There may be some "good Samaritans" there too, which has already found a formula and is willing to share their knowledge of millions and millions of people like us. Now is the time to write, and fingers start page of Google. What's the next thing to do? Please check the current auto insurance premium, and which no longer apply. If the car is more than seven years, maybe it's just the right time to watch how much you pay your monthly allowance, insurance or collision or accident, if you still can not do it.

What should you do? Note any changes you need on your policy. Call your agent set up a meeting and tell them exactly what you want to get to your renewal.Once policy they do not agree with your plans, fire them. Search another car insurance is within your means. They should be those to be your thank you, and not vice versa. You have your rights as a client. There are many insurance companies out there who can show you not only just one car insurance at a reasonable price, but for your needs, too.

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Hyundai Concept Motorcycles

It's amazing how the human body and how muscles adapt to the situation so slight and subtle that they do not realize. Now imagine if there was a bike that was inspired by the muscles of the man in the road and would be Seong Min Kim bicycle design concept from Hyundai.

Technically it is not by Hyundai, and there is no indication to suggest the South Korean automaker has no interest in actually bringing this concept to reality, even if they did, on the basis of only made, it would turn a pretty sweet looking in real life.

Based on records alone, the bike is designed to be aerodynamic, with the cage curves and angled bike before, not to mention the fat tires, which we assume will be in equilibrium with cornering and overall on the bike. What makes this concept interesting, apart from its design, is what we mentioned at the beginning, and that the bike was inspired by the human muscles.

Seong Min Kim is pictured bike is made of malleable material, which reacts to the situation, for example, the wheel, "relax" when the angles, to handle a snap. Although the wheel speeds to stiffen, increase control and stability. In fact I would buy this bike based on the project alone.

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Woodward 2011: Muscle Cars Light The Fires At The Dream Cruise

 There should be no doubt: Classic American Muscle Cars is the bread Woodward dream cruise. And why not? These machines do not hear back when horsepower was king, nameplates like the Mustang, Camaro, GTO and the charger started to roll off the tongue, and Detroit was at the forefront of the automotive world.

That said, we noticed an interesting trend in recent years. Modern muscle is a bigger holiday than ever before, a fact that can probably be attributed to increased quality and performance of today's cultures offers a great power. Of course, you'll see a lot of muscle from Detroit in the 1960s right through today in the photo gallery of the Woodward Dream Cruise 2011.

We would like to take a moment to explain the definition of muscle cars. We mostly cut out the story of Detroit in two segments: the classics, and muscle, using 1964, the first year of an innovative Pontiac GTO, as the line of demarcation. Two seats, four or five places, two or four doors, modern or vintage - these are the cars, instead of a straight-line performance, especially ... and love them.

We went ahead and scored all vehicles, but if you go one or two years, some of them, and we apologize in advance for all you hardcore muscle car enthusiasts in there ... When all this in mind, enjoy the gallery!

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Monterey: Bugatti Veyron Gathered At Quail

Years ago, we identified four Bugatti Veyron out of the house in Pebble Beach. Since only 300 copies will never be built, we think that to be a rare spectacle. Consider wrought.

Quail Motorsports Gathering In the past, no less than ten Bugatti Veyron was parked on the grass. Four "regular" Veyron Grand Sport models three, two Super Sports (including the world record of publication) and the publication of L'Or Blanc were all present. Many vehicles were made by American owners, but customers in Europe - Germany, Netherlands and Switzerland - also made the trip.

A collection of Bugatti was certainly impressive, but we do not take. You can see for yourself high-res gallery of the above.

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2011 RM Auctions In Monterey - Live Blog

Drew Phillips and I were looking at the RM auction night again and realized something: No more than $ 1 million + vehicles to get on the block tonight than any night we can remember. Highlights cutting 300 SL, Daytona Spider, a Ferrari 750 Monza and safe Magic Mercedes-Benz 540 K Spezial Roadsterthat hitting more than $ 5,000,000.

Let's all live-blogging after the jump, and as an explainer: All prices include a commission of 10 percent for the auction house, so if anything - for example, the 300SL up - to $ 760 000 hammer The final price would be $ 836 000. We will just be the hammer price list. And with that, we'll get there.

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Steve McQueen Porsche 911S 1970 Costs U.S. $ 1.25 Million To RM

So far, the RM 199 is auctioned off in a vehicle at a price of over one million dollars. And here is the number 200

Evening in Monterey, RM Auctions put Steve McQueen 1970 Porsche 911 on the block and after a starting bid of $ 200,000 Porsche Prices rose to a million more before slowly coming to rest at 1.1 million. So $ 1.15, $ 1.2, and finally $ 1250000th

911, seen in the opening scenes of the epic race, Le Mans, McQueen was personal car in the film world and has accumulated a total of 112,000 miles about 41 years. We do not know who the bidder was final, but we know she is here in the U.S. and had to beat a very specific buyer abroad.

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Target 50 Mpg Chevrolet Cruze Diesel With

Those of us in the U.S. will have to wait a while to see the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze diesel, but GM sources seem more than willing to dish some details about the Cruze oil long before its debut.

Ward's Auto reports that "sources" have confirmed the oil burns Cruze to achieve highway fuel economy rating, "the range of 50 miles per gallon." Also, unlike a manual transmission with a par-42 mpg Chevy Cruze Eco (Eco-drive is available, but the mpg is rated well below the hand), diesel Cruze According Charlie Klein, director of GM's overall mass, the 'energy, and aerodynamics, fuel-sipping sedan, no matter what the trans is bolted to the engine.

On this engine, GM has confirmed informally that is actually based on the 2.0-liter diesel engine found under the hood of the CDX Holden Cruze. In Holden, bomb factory 2.0-liter 160 horsepower and 265 lb.-ft. of torque. One last piece of information: we learn that the Cruze diesel torque that spreads easily allow Eco Cruze.

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Report: British Lunatic Creates Motorcycle Requires 25 Seats Guinness

Colin Furze, the head of the British Diving moped fire-eater, has released yet another creation cracked. Furze, 31, who made his money as a plumber, a scooter built 72 feet long that seats 25, he took the riding, and send images to the Guinness Book of World Records.

According to reports, Furze hit 35 mph stretched scooters, mopeds 125cc and built for half and more than 50 feet, the trunk extension. At this time, it retains only the passengers (read: do not move), but there are some frame and suspension mods, should be able to ferry into the source of energy.

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Report: Mazda Rotary Is Still Developing

Fear not, rotaryphiles. A report by The Detroit News, Mazda rotary engine gives up soon. Although the RX-8 is managed by the guillotine production managers have apparently confirmed that Mazda engineers are working on a more efficient and powerful Wankel. While the project was technically back-burnered during the economic downturn, research has not been opened canned. This means that there is a possibility that Rotary could make a comeback. What will? It's a little less secure.

We know the MX-5 Miata is not a likely candidate, since Mazda is committed to keep the car true to its baseline. Not with a couple of vehicles turntable extended-range electric, however, that nature is perfect for high-speed generator. This could be away from the low-RX-8 is less reassuring to know that the engine design could have a future.

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One-off White Bugatti Veyron Sang Sale

Long after the Bugatti Veyron was further accelerated in the history books, we will always unravel intricate skein of all the special problems associated with it has created.

An example comes to light and the market. As the name Black and Blue Blood Blood, this edition of your blood type is characterized by its white color. In this case, means a special matte finish that contrasts white with black trim and interior. It is based in the Grand Sport, so it also got the removable roof panel to allow all around to see who is the special driver.

Despite being a model of left unity, white blood is currently in the UK. The sale price is only available on request but you can bet that seven-digit line of credit evaporates as soon as the car accelerates. Follow the link to the list again.

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Official: Chevrolet Cruze Diesel From The U.S. In 2013

Rumors of a diesel Chevrolet Cruze has been floating around the intertube since the sedan was launched last year, but now we have the official word straight from General Motors: A Cruze diesel has certainly come to the States USA. Unfortunately, we will not see the Cruze oil until sometime in 2013, probably in mid-cycle refresh of the car.

To date, GM has not confirmed details of the power, although previous rumors had suggested that a 2.0-liter engine with 147 horsepower and 235 lb-ft of torque can be the engine of choice. In Australia, although under the bonnet of the Holden Cruze, the 2.0-liter diesel is good for 160 horsepower and 265 lb-ft.

Since GM is using the new diesel model as a way to "increase the range and fuel-efficient Cruze," does not surprise me if a less powerful engine, but more effective was offered. Currently, the Cruze, in turbocharged 1.4-liter Eco inline four-cylinder good for 138 hp, 148 lb-ft and up to 42 miles per gallon on the highway.

What say you, readers? Could a noble Cruze diesel hit above 50 mpg? Give us your best estimates of fuel economy in the comments, and hit the jump for the official press release from GM.

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Report: Audi Once Build Its Own Plant In Mexico Both With VW

Just when we thought the drama of four years of a U.S. plant could be cleared for Audi, we're back in the mud. Not even two weeks after taking the Detroit reported that the decision has been taken to build a factory Audi States, Germany's Manager Magazin quotes Audi boss Rupert Stadler said it would be like a plant in Mexico for the production of the Q5.

According to the director, which led to the blowback of Volkswagen Audi fat cats who want to enjoy the VW plant in Chattanooga. Remember, the magazine suggested in February that the expansion in the area of ​​Tennessee could be used to build new Audi and Porsche.

When there might be a little light on this? Which in German means "Who knows?" Last month, it seems, Stadler said a decision would be made within 12 months, the paper published recently in Detroit, said the decision would come in 36 months, a spokesman for Audi respond to this latest news from Mexico: " 2015 ". What we know for certain is that Audi will be built somewhere in North America sometime in the near future-ish. It is much clearer. Maybe.

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Alfa MiTo Will Celebrate With New Car Art Luisa Economic Well

Make no mistake about it, ladies and gentlemen: the Art Car era has returned and is back in style. Not only BMW has had its vast collection presents a special online gallery, the Force India Formula One has commissioned the first car of art. Need more proof? Tesla had worked for more than the roadster, the concept Survolt Citroen has given a new paintjob and a host of other automobile manufacturers are allowed to participate in the activities only in recent months.

The latter, however, is an Alfa Romeo. The Italian manufacturer has commissioned renowned artist Louise Dear to apply their talents to the MiTo to celebrate the launch of its new, more efficient 1.3-2 JDTM motor. The finished product, nicknamed "Because I can" was apparently inspired by the daughter of Darling 17 years old, joined the classic iconography of the Alfa logo and the emblem that adorns the old Cloverleaf car racing brand. Check the results in the prime decidedly high-resolution image gallery above, with details of the joint press release after the jump.

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