Volvo Concept Universe (2011)[Reviews]

At the Shanghai Motor Show 2011, Volvo Car Corporation displayed a masterpiece of Scandinavian design car buyers to your liking.

Volvo Concept universe is a large luxury sedan with a new human-centered design, language that honors the beautiful lines of classic Volvo models.

"The concept of the universe, Volvo offers the world a taste of what people can expect from our next high-level sedan," said Stefan Jacoby, president and CEO of Volvo Car Corporation.

Volvo Car Corporation's long-term strategy has been successful, truly global company, whose products have been designed around the needs of our customers' and lifestyle.

Scandinavian design is about understanding and caring people. Volvo Car Corporation aims to be the brand that best interprets what car buyers want to contemporary luxury.

The concept of Volvo universe was designed for an unconscious desire and a sense of timeless beauty.

It moves toward the future of its coupe-like roof, and a modern, full-back, but also echoes the legacy of Volvo design cues borrowed from classic designs of the past.

"Like many luxury items, this design feels in their hands and durable enough to withstand the test of time," said Peter Horbury, vice president of design at Volvo Car Corporation. "We will compete with the best of our special brand of Scandinavian design. It is unmatched in performance and technology, but without superficiality or complications."

User-driven and pure

Within the concept of the universe has a Volvo, comfortable and cultivated, which is also driven by users and refreshingly uncomplicated. Is your controller forward and comfortably relaxed on the back.

The environment the pilot flying intuitive controls and a touchscreen that is close at hand when the driver came to her - all operated in a venue that is inspired by the ultra-comfortable chairs.

Rear seat passengers are embraced by pure comfort. Indoor mold in the back seat and becomes part of the seats environment.

A sense of dynamics and dark-colored front seat of the world vanishes without interruption until it becomes all light back seat paradise of tranquility. Volvo Concept Universe is full of classic shapes, materials and textures, with a special touch to create a modern and luxurious.

"Volvo Universe Concept is exceptionally refined, but with all assets simplistic, making the Volvo Champions of the complication. There is a growing understanding of this brilliant mix of design and technology between the modern luxury car buyers. This trend paves the way for our success. We believe that our particular brand of luxury has a great future, "said Peter Horbury ends.

"Our goal is to be the brand that understands better what buyers want modern luxury car. We are anxious to hear what the most demanding customers in view of China, this luxurious concept. Later, we show design in Europe and the United States to bring the whole world that we are all models of cars, "said Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO, Volvo Car Corporation.

Toyota Sienna (2011) [Reviews]

Toyota has introduced a completely new third generation Toyota Sienna mini-bus at the press conference in 2009 Los Angeles Auto Show. Toyota Sienna is a popular transport for moving people and goods conveniently and efficiently. Third generation Toyota Sienna, and seems to work more than the sedan, with new ideas of personal well-being, easy to hold and handle large loads.

For 2011, Sienna was reinvented to address these needs, as a vehicle passes more expressive and dynamic with a profile height, the character of shoulder high maneuverability. With the state of the art features and rewarding driving dynamics, it is a vehicle that car lovers will find satisfaction to drive. Toyota Sienna offer new models, including a sporty SE and a four-cylinder powerplant, as it continues to be the only offer in the segment, with an optional four-wheel drive.

"The new Toyota Sienna is an example of Toyota's commitment to market leadership as it anticipates the needs of consumers and changes in lifestyle," said Bob Carter, vice president and general manager, Toyota Division , Toyota Motor Sales, USA The third-generation Sienna combines contemporary styling with features never before seen in a van, and driving a playful spirit that will surprise many with the flexibility, space and the characteristics that define the segment.

The Sienna was designed by the search for Toyota Calty Design and developed by Toyota Technical Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with assembly being done at Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Indiana.

Visually intriguing

Toyota Sienna is available in five convenient qualities that set all share a strong new visual identity and orientation functions. The third generation of Toyota Sienna explores a more modern design sophisticated and daring. The profile is complemented by athletic forms of separate windows. Working closely with engineers, designers Toyota Sienna managed to create a wide range of shoulder to integrate a slider is deliberately hidden in the graphics window.

Strong shoulders and a good fenders emphasize the wheels visually different. Dimensionally, the new Toyota Sienna rides the same wheelbase as the previous generation, but is wider and slightly shorter overall.

Opposite is a bold design face. Sophisticated sloping headlamps above the grid to secure a presence. The sculpted rear corner stands the Toyota Sienna minivans boxy as it surrounds the LED taillights functional but elegant.

Interior features high level of quality and style, but each part is a logical and functional. A special form of IP survey carpet creates a perception of increased personal space for both driver and passenger. Attention to detail adds value to each component. Seats elegant plans to increase the flexibility and the ability of the central control of the climate and audio are integrated into a single graphic.

Overall, the new Sienna has a sportier look, more class. A CD of 0.306 is the result of careful design work and is a contributing factor to maintaining a quiet cabin and gives an excellent fuel.

Power Efficiency Plus

A choice of two engines DOHC reactive are available: 3.5-liter V6 or 2.7-liter four-cylinder. Both engines offer the most efficient, lightweight technology, including dual variable valve timing, and intelligence (VVT-i), roller rockers, and acoustically controlled Induction System (ACIS), which change the length of the intake 'air hose to provide more torque on demand.

The 3.5-liter V6 offers 266 horsepower at 6200 rpm, with an estimated annual mileage rating by the EPA-estimated 18 mpg city/24 mpg highway (16 mpg city/22 mpg highway on AWD models). It also has a capacity of 3500 pounds of tow. With 187 horsepower at 5800 rpm, 2.7-liter engine power four-cylinder reactive than some competing V6 performance, while delivering the expected EPA estimated fuel efficiency ratings of 19 mpg city and 26 mpg on the highway.

Both engines are equipped with state-of-the-art, electronically controlled six-speed sequential gearbox that provides smooth shifting feeling, quiet and lightweight, compact size.

The suspension uses MacPherson struts in front, combined with a rack and pinion steering provides smooth linear steering feel. Electronic power steering (EPS) provides a greater feeling of stability on the road directly. With a wider stance, the new Toyota Sienna is a more direct steering feel. Main parts of the body also contributed to the dynamic performance Aero.

Models and Features

Toyota Sienna is available in five classes: Class Sienna, LE, SE, and XLE Limited. All wheel drive is available with the V6 in the LE, XLE and Limited.

Five different model choices, the new Toyota Sienna can be adapted for many different purposes, and paperbacks. Toyota Sienna can be configured for seven or eight passenger seating, front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, with a range of prices and features to suit different mixtures of practical needs and expectations.

Toyota Sienna LE, and grades are available with a 2.7-liter four-cylinder and 3.5-liter V6. The value-based and popular Toyota Sienna Ratings LE is equipped with an array of standard features, which are: cruise control, which illuminates the on / off, tri-zone air conditioning, six or eight-way adjustable driver captain chairs, power windows with jam auto up / down and protection, an AM / FM CD player with four speakers, XM compatibility, auxiliary jack, central locking, remote keyless entry, and three 12V outlets, among other amenities. Star Safety System �, which includes anti-lock brakes (ABS) with electronic brake force distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA), Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and Traction Control (TRAC) is standard on all models.

LE V6 model has been improved with even more features, including dual power sliding doors and rear doors with electric drive, a power driver seat with power lumbar support, electrochromic rearview mirror with Homelink �, rearview camera, rear window sunshades, AM/FM/MP3 CD player, integrated XM � satellite radio (subscription required), in addition to the audio ports, USB with iPod � connectivity and the ability to hands-free phone and music streaming via Bluetooth � wireless technology, and steering wheel. These features can be added to the four-cylinder model as a package.

The XLE is based on the LE, adding features like leather-trimmed seats, moonroof, and an anti-theft system with engine immobilizer, remote keyless entry, heated front seats. Choose equipment XLE includes a 10-speaker JBL audio system � Premium Sound System with voice-activated DVD navigation and rear camera with built-in backup Panorama assistants, XM NavTraffic � (requires subscription), Dualview rear seat entertainment system, and an additional audio and USB with iPod � connectivity.

Limited has been designed for customers who want all the features of more luxury. Standard equipment is extensive, including the new hall of the second-row seats and 60/40 split power and Stow third-row seats, front and rear parking sonar, dual moonroof, Smart Key and Security Connect �. Select the options that are available on the XLE more self HID headlights assistant auto-beam headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, and the Pre-Collision System (PCS), Dynamic Radar Cruise Control.

New sport

Given its improved technology, each Toyota Sienna rides good and clean track in the turns, but no more than the newest addition to the line: the sporty SE.

SE is designed for those who enjoy a more sporty design with high performance. The front has a more aggressive and the visual side skirting lowers the vehicle. Aerodynamic sculpting of cuddly 19-inch alloy wheels, specially designed for sporty driving. Separation of the SE away from other qualities, smoked rear lights create a striking visual statement. SE sitting lower on sport suspension to speed feedback and improved handling. In addition, the instrumentation is built with an exclusive and unique interior colors and trim.

Comfort is the key

Cottage of the new Toyota Sienna is a conceptual leap forward, the mixing of more personal space, bigger load capacity, and improve teamwork.

The interior is more than two inches longer, and the seats now have a longer flight, which can accommodate a wider range of shapes and sizes.

The front seats have more travel in the rear and the steering wheel has a less vertical position so that the driver can take a comfortable driving position. The driver of instruments and controls are clear and precise, and width greater cabin to create an expanded personal space for driver and front passenger.

Numerous storage areas, cupholders and cargo space is strategically located in a privileged position. Conversation mirror, sunglass case, a leading integrated console allows eye contact with the rear passengers.

The entire cabin is an open field to create a light and airy atmosphere. With the wider field of view of the rear passengers can look easy.

Both cabins seven and eight seats can be configured to a full contingent of passengers, a load of freight, or a combination of both convenient. In seven-seat cabin, the captain chairs second row slides 23 inches rearward movement of the legs to create for passengers the highest and easier to get in and out. They can be moved near the front seats to make it easy to care for a child passenger, while providing easy access for passengers in the third row.

The center console sliding on the qualities and limited hard XLE four-wheel drive can be shared between the front passenger and second row. The bracket slides into the illuminated area of ??the second row for easy access to both rows, so the need for storage and passenger comfort can also be served.

For passenger comfort even more, is normal to be in the second row to the limited extent, including the legs and footrest. Second-row seats in all grades have dual armrests, and a mechanism for the movement of an assignment for the seat must be removed.

There are eight models of cars, the second row middle seat can be removed and stored on the left side of the storage area. When the center-seat storage, cup holders and storage compartment is revealed. Eight passengers inside can be easily optimized for seven passengers, and quickly reconfigured back to eight.

The second row seats also have a long fall and end up, allowing them to slide back and forth on the rails spread, making more room for passengers or goods, as required. All of the second row, regardless of the setting out of the way with one touch for easy access to the third row of seats.

60/40 Split and Stow third-row seats folded into one manual, front wheel drive limited power capacity. The third line has been moved back about two inches for added comfort. When the third row of seats is sufficient storage space of five golf bags or four large suitcases. Four clips of food on hand, two rear and two backs in the second row, the convenience of storage.

It's easier than ever to load the Toyota Sienna, with wider doors and a row of seats in the second key. By sliding the second row of seats down to the back, an appointment is created on the road, making it easier to enter, exit, install a child seat, or put a child in a seat. The second row of seats can be moved all the way forward, just behind the front row to maximize cargo capacity behind, especially in the third row stored flat.

With the third row stowed and removed from the second row, the cargo area is about eight feet long by four wide. Open the back door is wide and spacious, set at a height that makes loading and unloading.

Cabin air filter comes standard with air conditioning system, which monitors the temperature of the three different areas.

Innovative Technologies

Toyota has a rear seat Dual View Entertainment Center is another innovative solution. The system uses two displays side by side to create a perfect 16.4 inch widescreen image from a single source. When two separate entertainment options are needed, the system can divide the screen into two individual screens, each with input from various sources. Used as a single screen, it can easily be seen from the third row, and can be operated remotely from anywhere. Used as two screens, the system can adapt to the preferences of two separate passengers who wish to play a video game or watch a DVD simultaneously via the second AUX.

Other technical innovations include the first camera Panorama Toyota behind the monitor. It offers two views behind the vehicle, including a 180 degree view, and display a back-up guides, helping motorists to turn off the parking lot or driveways.

VW Concept XL1 (2011)

Future of mobility is one of the most interesting of our time. The key question: How can the energy consumption of cars will be reduced if all stops were removed to be effective? There is now an answer to this question, and Volkswagen is delivered in the form of the new Concept Volkswagen XL1. Combined consumption: 0.9 l/100 km. No other hybrid car powered by an electric motor / combustion engine the most efficient mix of fuel. The prototype made its world debut at the Salon in 2011 in Qatar Motor (26 to 29 January 2011).

Conceptually, the XL1 Volkswagen is the third step in the evolution of Volkswagen's strategy in a liter. When opened the new millennium, Prof. Dr. Ferdinand Piech, now chairman of the Supervisory Board of Volkswagen AG, made the visionary goal of marketing a production car that was practical for everyday use with a consumption of 1.0 liters fuel per 100 km. The new XL1, Volkswagen demonstrates that this goal is within reach.

New Volkswagen XL1 to achieve CO2 emission value of 24 g / km, thanks to a combination of lightweight construction (self-supporting, and add-on components made of carbon fiber), very low coefficient of drag (Cd 0186), and a plug-in hybrid system - consisting of two-cylinder TDI (35 kW / 48 hp) electric motor (20 kW/27 hp), 7-speed dualclutch (DSG) and lithium-ion battery. Results: The fuel consumption of 0.9 liters per 100 kilometers, the new Volkswagen XL1 allows only 24 g / km of CO2. Because it is designed for plug-in hybrid prototype XL1 can run up to 35 kilometers of pure electric mode, ie do not cause emissions in use. The battery can be recharged by conventional electrical outlet at home. Of course, the reform of the battery is also recruited to recover energy while slowing down, and save as much as possible to the battery for reuse. In this case, the electric motor acts as generator.

Despite the high levels of efficiency, developers were able to design a development organization that provides more daily, with side by side seats instead of the tandem arrangement is seen in the first two 1-liter Car made in 2002 and L1 presented in 2009. The new Volkswagen XL1 produces wing doors make it easier to enter and exit the car. Further progress is made by body parts carbon fiber reinforced polymer pieces (CFRP), a technique used in the automotive Formula 1. Once again, Volkswagen has managed to achieve significant reductions in production costs - an important step to return a limited production run XL1. Background: collaboration with suppliers, Volkswagen has developed and patented a new system for the production of carbon fiber in this process is known as ARTM (Advanced Resin Transfer Moulding).

Plug-in hybrid concept

With the new XL1 Volkswagen is implementing a concept plug-in hybrids are more fuel-efficient technologies in the common rail turbodiesel engine (TDI) and dual-clutch transmission (DSG). TDI produces its maximum effect at 35 kW/48 hp 0.8-liter engine only. The set is housed hybrid above the rear axle car driving. The real hybrid module with an electric motor and the clutch is placed between TDI and 7-speed DSG, this module is integrated into the DSG gearbox, instead of the usual wheel. The lithium-ion battery provides E-motor with energy. The flow of energy at high voltage and the battery or the E-motor controlled by power electronics that operate at 220 volts. Volkswagen XL1 body electrical system is supplied with the necessary 12 volts via a DC / DC converter.

E-motor Interaction and TDI: The electric motor is accelerating TDI (stimulant), but as described can also feed the XL1 concept itself for a distance of 35 km. In this mode, the TDI is decoupled from the driveline to disengage the clutch, and closes. Meanwhile, the clutch on the side of the gearbox is kept closed, so the DSG is fully committed to the electric motor. Important: The driver can choose to drive the Volkswagen XL1 in pure electric mode (if the battery is charged). Once the mode button on the electrical panel is pressed, the car is powered solely by electricity. Restarting the IDA is a very soft and comfortable: In what is known as "pulse start" while driving TDI engine, the rotor of the electric motor accelerates, and is coupled to the clutch motor. This speeds up the TDI at the required speed and starts.

The entire process takes place without any shocks, so that the driver hardly notices the TDI engine restart.

When the XL1 is braked, the electric motor acts as a generator that uses the energy of braking to recharge the battery (renewal). In certain operating conditions, the load is divided in the TDI engine and an electric motor can be moved so that the diesel has the lowest efficiency. Fishing gear is automatically transferred to 7-speed DSG is also always be chosen to minimize power consumption. The motor controller regulates the flow of all energy and disk management tasks, taking into account the power demand at any time by the pilot. Some of the parameters used to implement the state power to provide optimal conditions are: accelerator pedal position and engine load as well as energy supply and mix of commercial energy and electricity at any given time.

The two-cylinder TDI used in the mass production of technology: 0.8-liter TDI (35 kW/48 hp) came from the 1.6-liter TDI, which is to drive cars like the Golf and Passat. 0.8 TDI has the same information as the 1.6-liter TDI common-rail distance between the cylinders (88 mm) diameter cylinder (79.5 mm) and stroke (80.5 mm). In addition, the concept of a twin-cylinder Volkswagen XL1 and mass-produced four-cylinder engine uses an internal action to reduce emissions. They are particularly piston recesses multiple injections and single injection in the direction of individual projects. Excellent, good engines, common-rail operation was moved to a two-cylinder engine. In addition to the balance within the room that controls the speed of rotation of the engine, while optimizing the engine is running smooth.

Meanwhile, the aluminum of the TDI was built for rigidity and accuracy, which in turn leads to very low friction loss. With the aim of reducing emissions, recycling of exhaust gases and an oxidation catalyst and diesel particulate filter is used. Equipped in this way, the 0.8 TDI already complies with the limits of the Euro-6 emissions standard.

Designed for the efficiency of the cooling system of the car. Control only by activating the TDI engine externally cooled electric pump when the engine operating conditions so require. This includes the cooling system is automatically controlled air intake system for the front of the cooling system of the vehicle to reduce drag. This thermal management strategy will also help reduce fuel consumption. Another electric water pump, which is used only when necessary, around the bottom loop to cool the temperature of the coolant starter generator and power electronics.

CFRP body is a technical masterpiece

The development team made extraordinary progress in the design of the CFRP body - in the form of its lightweight construction and aerodynamics. A comparison with the Gulf illustrates how innovative body concept for the new XL1 is.

The drag coefficient of the Gulf of success is very good for the compact segment: CD (0312) x (2.22 m2 frontal area) is equal to a total of 0693 m2 trawl (Cd.A) offer this references benchmark car in its class aerodynamics. Meanwhile, Volkswagen XL1 overcomes this performance with a 0186 value of CD and frontal area of ??1.50 m2. The product of these two parameters gives a total drag, or the value of 0277 m2 Cd.A which is 2.5 times less than the Golf.

Designing a new era is 3888 VW XL1 mm long, 1665 mm wide and only 1,156 mm high. These are extreme dimensions. The Polo has a similar length (3970 mm) and width (1682 m), but it is much higher (1462 mm). The height of the new XL1 is approximately the same as a Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder (1184 mm). So it is easy to see how such a wonderful Volkswagen seems on the road - long and wide as a polo, but with a lower profile than a Lamborghini.

The wing doors for the new Volkswagen XL1 is also reminiscent of a sports car luxury. They consist of two points: making the A-pillars and windshield just above the roof structure, not just appear, but slightly forward as well. The doors also extends far into the roof. Once opened, they release an abnormally high amount of input and output space.

Visually, the new XL1 also adopts a style of lines L1 introduced in 2009, but the new prototype has a more dynamic, thanks to its greater width. The design of the whole body was subjected to uncompromising laws of aerodynamics. Opposite, with VW XL1 concept of the greater width of the car, then shrinks back. Seen from above, resembles the type of XL1, a dolphin, especially at the back where the lines optimally in accordance with the airflow over the vehicle body to reduce the air resistance of Volkswagen.

In side profile, reflecting the style of roof lines that trace an arc of a pillar back to the rear. The rear wheels are fully covered to avoid air turbulence, air flows here are optimized for small spoilers front and rear wheels. Observers will look for Mirror vain; replace the wing doors are small cameras that take on the role of mirrors that transmit digital images of the environment behind the car for two screens inside the vehicle.

The front of the new Volkswagen Concept XL1 does not exhibit the typical radiator grille, but reflects the current style of 'design DNA' Volkswagen, of which most of the horizontal line. In particular, a black cross-track (an area where no grid), which combines energy-efficient dual-LED lights form a continuous band. The air intake for cooling the actual design of the TDI engine, battery and interior is in the lower front section and an electronic control of the Louvre. Sideindicators Strait is also designed for LED technology, these are the bow "L" shaped wheel vertical and the horizontal line under the headlights. This will create a front-end, which - although it has been completely renovated, and its extreme dimensions - can be immediately recognized in the design of Volkswagen's clean lines.

Suzuki Kizashi Concept Apex (2011)

American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) announced a turbocharged version of its Kizashi concept sports sedan at the 2011 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Suzuki Kizashi Concept The Apex turbo highlights the link between the automotive division of Suzuki motorcycles and the champion.

"Our concept is already operating with turbo Suzuki Kizashi exceptional platform that gives a big boost," said Steve Younan, director of marketing for the automotive and product planning, American Suzuki Motor Corporation. "The Suzuki Kizashi concept of Apex will continue to increase our flagship sedan in the United States among fans who want the added power and performance."

More power under the hood

Suzuki Kizashi Concept Apex features Garrett turbocharger, air-liquid intercooler, electronic control and add a special calibration of the engine control unit provides excellent driveability. The system will power peak comes Kizashi 275-300 hp with a maximum power of 8.5 performance psi.Key the Suzuki Kizashi Concept Apex is its liquid-air intercooler, charge air cooling more efficient to purchase a package smaller. Heat exchanger unit, and a relatively small circulation pump was designed to cool the vehicle is minimally invasive. Intercooler primary interest is to reduce the overall length of the duct, which leads to lag gas turbo faster and lower, with a peak increase faster than most of the air-air intercooler systems. For the engine breathing impressive advantage Apex Concept of true free-flow dual exhaust system.

Bike Race grapics


Symbols are Suzuki Kizashi concept is based on the true Apex Suzuki Superbike race and emphasizes the theme of connecting blood line of the vehicle, Suzuki GSX-R Superbike. For more expressive front, the lower end wears custom LED lights. Concept apex is shod with Yokohama tires S. 245/35-R19 units, which is an advanced nano-technology, micro-fiber cloth combines to maximize traction on wet and dry conditions. The wheels are lightweight alloys with the performance of "burnt asphalt" End to communicate with the high performance Turbo Kizashi. Make sure that all this power will be introduced at the right place, the Suzuki Kizashi Concept Suzuki Apex of the Euro-spec high-intensity discharge lamps (HID) headlights.

Race-inspired Interior

The interior of the Suzuki Kizashi Concept Apex is treated catchy black leather with touches of blue laser Alcantara sports seats and steering wheel.

2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited US Version

The new Jeep Wrangler � range of surprise drivers and off-road enthusiasts when it was launched in 2007. Jeep � has managed to retain the classic "tough" look and feel without letting the new car extreme compromising the ability of its off-road on-road dynamics or its role as an everyday family car comfortable.

The Jeep � Wrangler two-door and long wheelbase four-door Jeep � Wrangler Unlimited range starts from just � 18 595. With a fuel economy of nearly 30 miles per gallon plus the option of an automatic and a convertible unit, which really makes the new Wrangler line stand out.

Simon Elliott, Managing Director of Chrysler UK, said: "The new model was an important step in the old car because it offers a diesel engine for the first time, a choice of two doors, four-door models, the best performance in road, reducing noise levels, a number of safety features and a new home with unlimited space in the model for five adults and their luggage. "

Based on the successful, original Jeep � composition of a new frame, new exterior and totally refreshed interior and new engines, and standard ESP brake traction control on all the latest Jeep � Wrangler delivers more capability and on-road refinement without losing what makes the 'Jeep �.

The Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited both offer removable full-framed doors and fold-down windshield with a removable hardtop, which provides more opportunities for open-top driving. High Freedom � is a modular hardtop and features three separate parts left and right front passenger panels may be removed and stored in the vehicle with a rear end that can be removed separately.

2011 Jeep Compass

Provides unsurpassed fuel economy and 4x4 off-road capability in the compact SUV segment, the new 2011 Jeep Compass has a fantastic new sophisticated design with cues directly from the icon brand premium, the new Jeep Grand Cherokee .

Along with a multitude of interior refinement and improved ride and handling characteristics in all conditions - courtesy of improved handling and suspension systems - the new Jeep Compass offers a unique blend of high-end style, capacity, efficiency and value that is unmatched in the compact SUV segment.

"With the new Jeep Compass 2011, applied the superior design of our award-winning rates new Grand Cherokee," said Mike Manley, president and CEO -. Jeep, Chrysler Group LLC "combined with a new interior and improved suspension and steering systems, the Jeep Compass offers consumers the perfect combination of design, functionality, fuel economy, efficiency, safety and value the important compact SUV segment. "

Results in the packaging and interior flexibility of an SUV with the performance, handling, fuel economy and price of a compact car, the new 2011 Jeep Compass also offers more than 30 safety features, such as the standard half-airbags down, the electronic stability program (ESC), Electronic Roll Mitigation, Hill-Start Assist (manual transmission), side curtain airbags for all rows and available front seat-mounted side airbags.

1945 Jeep CJ-2A

The first civilian Jeep vehicle, the CJ-2A, was produced in 1945. Jeep Willys advertisements marketed as a work vehicle for farmers and construction workers. It came with a tailgate, side spare tire, the more lights, an external fuel cap and many more items that its military predecessors did not understand.

CJ-2A was completed in four years, and in 1948 the CJ-3A was introduced. It was very similar to the previous model but featured a windshield in one piece, and kept the original L-head four-cylinder engine.

1943 Jeep Willys MB

With modifications and improvements have been Willys Quad MA, and later the MB. But the army, and the world came to know as the Jeep �.

Some have argued that the name comes from the slurring of the letters "GP" military acronym for "General Purpose". Others say that the vehicle was named after a popular character named "Eugene the Jeep" in the Popeye cartoon. Whatever its origin, the name entered the American lexicon, and for a while, almost like a generic title for off-road vehicle was used, while the Jeep became an icon of the war.

The Willys MA had a shifter on the steering column, just cut side of the body, two circular instrument clusters on the dashboard, and a hand brake on the left side. Willys struggled to reduce the weight of the specification of the new army 2160 pounds. Items removed from Massachusetts to achieve this were presented on the next generation of MB resulting in a final weight of only about 400 lbs. specifications.

Willys-Overland would build more than 368 000 vehicles, and Ford, under license, about 277 000 of the U.S. Army. Robust and reliable olive-gray vehicle would be forever known to contribute to winning World War II.

Marks the Willys "Jeep" name after the war and planned to turn the vehicle into an all-terrain utility vehicle on the farm - the civilian Jeep Universal. One of the slogans of Willys "at the time was" the sun never sets on the Mighty Jeep, "and the company is to ensure Willys recognized worldwide as the creator of the vehicle.

1941 Jeep Willys MA

With modifications and improvements, the Willys Quad became the MA, and later the MB. But the army, and the world became known as the Jeep �.

Some have argued that the name was slurring the letters "GP", an acronym for the military, "General Purpose". Others say that the vehicle has been designated as a popular character named "Eugene the Jeep" in the Popeye comic strip. Regardless of its origin, the name became the American dictionary, and for some time, it was almost as common name, and SUVs, the Jeep itself became an icon of the war.

The Willys MA had a shifter on the steering column, just cut side of the body, two circular instrument clusters on the dashboard, and a hand brake on the left side. Willys struggled to reduce the weight of the specification of the new army 2160 pounds. Items removed from Massachusetts to achieve this were presented on the next generation of MB resulting in a final weight of only about 400 lbs. specifications.

Willys-Overland would build more than 368,000 cars and Ford, under license, some 277,000, the U.S. Army. The sturdy, reliable vehicles olive sad would forever known to help win a world war.

Marks the Willys "Jeep" name after the war and planned to turn the vehicle into an all-terrain utility vehicle on the farm - the civilian Jeep Universal. One of the slogans of Willys "at the time was" the sun never sets on the Mighty Jeep, "and the company is to ensure Willys recognized worldwide as the creator of the vehicle.

Subaru Impreza STI Cosworth CS400 [Reviews]

New Subaru Impreza STI Cosworth CS400 is the expected result of a car co-operation in recent times. Cosworth developed the first real road car since 1996, the latest limited edition Impreza offers fans the thrill of the car performance, combined with the exclusive right to life - the production is limited to 75 cars.

Listening-Cosworth, a turbo car is one of the most sedans acceleration. The familiar 2.5-liter engine turbocharged 'boxer' is converted to produce the force by 33 percent more than Cosworth relies heavily on extensive experience in Formula 1. The engine that drives all four wheels via a six-speed manual gearbox, and boasts an impressive 400 hp and the new model reaches 62 km / h in just 3.7 seconds, going on to cover the quarter mile in 12, 75 seconds at a terminal velocity of 107 km / h. The maximum speed is limited to 155 mph.

Subaru Impreza STI Cosworth CS400 has a full range of components Cosworth designed engine, the turbo system, exhaust, suspension, brakes and wheels and subtle improvements to the exterior and interior style to create a truly pronounced high-performance hatchback car with everyday functionality.

Marketed only in the right hand drive form in the United Kingdom, the Subaru Impreza STI Cosworth CS400 is available in a choice of three exterior colors (Spark Silver, dark gray, and the San Remo Red), and is priced at � 49 995 on -the-road.

The engine delivers 33 percent power hike

At the heart of the new Subaru Impreza Cosworth is a heavily revised version of the famous mark horizontally, on the contrary, all-aluminum boxer engine. "Flat-four 'power is disconnected from the machine, hand finished, and the number of internal components are replaced during good and associated articles, as defined by Cosworth.

As with all Impreza engine "Boxer", the apartment STI Cosworth with twin overhead camshafts per bank (DOHC) and Active Valve Control System (AVCS) variable valve timing of the supply and improve low-speed pulling power.

Focus on an update of the Cosworth engine was to keep the maintenance improvements of a simple, efficient and closer to the original design of equipment to ensure reliability and ease of a normal Subaru dealerships.

Internal improvements are high-performance pistons, which are manufactured using the same methods are used to create Cosworth Formula 1 pistons. Special features to reduce the accumulation of carbon to minimize friction and reduce weight.

Forged connecting rods are made of high strength 4340 (EN24) steel and special bearings Cosworth engine offers a unique combination of design, metallurgy and engineering. Heavy duty cylinder studs high performance head gaskets multi-layer and a high pressure pump is also equipped with oil.

The overall result is a huge increase in torque, the highest RPM range, and significantly improved in-gear acceleration. This makes the Impreza more adaptable and daily traffic, but also much sharper tool path.

New turbocharger and "breathe" exhaust systems

A new system design has a new Cosworth supercharger compressor and relief valve actuator to provide increased boost pressure and deliver more power.

A single exhaust system was developed to allow the engine to "breathe" more easily and release their full potential. Increased capacity of collectors and downpipes tubular diameter in order to accelerate the elimination of hot gases. The first catalyst is a non-restrictive design and exhausts to the exhaust note of a single tone.

After the update in-depth performance Cosworth, with a new computer map, the boxer engine in the CS400 produces 33 percent more horsepower (400 hp at 5,750 rpm vs. 300 hp at 6000 rpm for standard Subaru Impreza WRX STI) and 542 Nm of torque, while remaining within the limits of torque to the design capacity of the original transmission Impreza.

Manual transmission and all wheel drive

To handle the increase in power-tuned Cosworth engine, gearbox Subaru Impreza STI six-speed manual, which is synchronized carbon applied to the top three ratios and a short-range clutch to accelerate change.

It also updates the oil bath controlled the pressure plate, bearings and disc. The gearbox and final drive ratios are the same.

The Subaru Impreza Cosworth full-time four-wheel-drive front wheel drive and rear limited slip differentials, features a 50/50 front to rear torque distribution, as the default, however, the distribution of electronically torque is varied according to changing conditions. The multi-mode driver control center differential with viscous coupling senses which axle has the best grip and varies the split ratio in milliseconds to distribute torque accordingly, thus maximizing traction and minimize slippage.

Fine Suspension

Improve management of the Cosworth Subaru Impreza, steering feel and driver feedback - without compromising ride comfort - it was a priority for the development team.

Subaru have available the original suspension and main components, Cosworth and a team of engineers worked with Bilstein Eibach Chassis and technicians to design a tour package / handling / director, who was perfectly suited to the improved performance of the new model.

Eibach springs and Bilstein Special new inserts with unique features of depreciation, were made to the specifications of Cosworth. The ride height has been lowered 10 mm front.

The advantages of this reduction is twofold. First, there is a big improvement in ride quality in general, the Impreza's easy to live with day to day. Secondly, the limit behavior in more focused and serene. Improved damping means less pitch and roll when cornering at the corners, which means that drivers who wish may return to the office early and get the most out of the car Symmetrical All-Wheel-Drive.

Update "racing" brake to improve braking power

To match the new Subaru Impreza Cosworth super pace, commissioned Cosworth to develop AP Racing front brakes more powerful. Larger diameter (355 mm) vented front discs have been adopted, with kettle-style racing with six-piston calipers in the personal operating larger brake pads.

The performance difference is immediately apparent. Harder pads to minimize the loss of color, which means that drivers can rely on AP plugs actually slow down time and time again.

The standard Subaru Impreza WRX STI rear brake discs, brake balance and all of the ABS home has been preserved.

"Stand-out" looks, plus new style wheels

The excellent performance of the Cosworth Subaru Impreza is reflected in its "stand-out appearance and standard xenon headlights. The lowered ride height and wider track gives the car a whole new attitude that is reinforced by a new front bumper, new fog lights, upper and lower mesh grilles and a new rear spoiler.

Discreet Cosworth badge conducted in the lower front grille, front seats, calipers and pads. The individually numbered plates are mounted on the engine and thresholds. Each of the Subaru Impreza STI Cosworth CS400 with a numbered certificate of authenticity.

Despite alloy wheels the new model are very similar in size to the regular Impreza WRX STI model - 18 x 8.5 inches - which are lighter and stronger. Called "Pro Race" and finished last in the range of Team Dynamics wheels anthracite were selected to be compatible with the Subaru design studies of five years. These wheels have an offset of 43 mm (standard STD scroll wheel is 55 mm) and extend the track by 12 mm - improving handling and filling the wheel arches of the car more efficiently for a position more aggressive.

The new wheels are equipped with high performance, low-profile Michelin tires SP3 chosen for their traction on dry and wet, durability and low noise. Tire size is 245/40 R18 and sculpture is directional.

Interior modifications and equipment prices generous

Inside, new front Recaro sport seats, rear seats and steering wheel are re-branded black leather-trimmed Cosworth. Also distinguish the CS400 is the piano black center console and accent finishes, and installation of tinted glass.

Standard features listed WRX STI model includes: LED (Light Emitting Diode) tail lights, front and rear electric windows, 10-speaker, six-disc radio / CD player, satellite navigation, Smart-entry and start button and front Side and curtain airbags.

Rolls-Royce Ghost [Reviews]

Rolls-Royce Ghost is the most powerful car that Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has ever produced. However, Rolls-Royce power is delivered in a very different manner to other cars. It arrives in an elegant, cosseting way that some have described as being designed to lower the pulse, not raise it

The principle of simplicity extends to the act of driving Rolls-Royce Ghost. The host of complex engineering software and technologies beneath the surface serve to create driving easier and more enjoyable, not to intrude or confuse

Rolls-Royce Ghost is more driver-focused than any Rolls-Royce car before it. The driver sits in a slightly elevated position after the wheel, described as the authority position. This makes the view of the road much clearer. The fascia has been kept deliberately clear; it is spacious in design and has an intuitive layout. The controls are neatly sculpted, with the more important functions emphasised by accents of chrome. The soft light of the instrument panel glows through the familiar black-rimmed steering wheel, which in turn employs a number of violin keys as well as an ergonomic roller-ball control

The control centre display is concealed after a veneered panel until its services are called upon. All features such as satellite navigation, telephone, communication and entertainment functions are displayed here and managed via a central rotary controller, flanked by quick-access buttons on the front centre console

The optional driver assistance systems and technologies in Rolls-Royce Ghost are notable for their discretion and ease of operation. From the moment the driver approaches the car, optional Comfort Entry allows simpleaccess, unlocking the doors once the key fob is within 15. metres and the cool chromed handle is grasped.when you are in the car, voice control allows you to select from the control systems menus without using the central controller

For ease of manoeuvring, cameras located about the car serve a number of purposes. Rear, front side and top view cameras may combine to give a fish-eye view at blind junctions or provide ground images with obstacle recognition and reverse path prediction once parking

Positioned discreetly within the grille is a Night Vision camera. once activated, this safety feature works with Pedestrian Recognition to detect objects up to 300 metres away and display them on the central screen in the dash. The car's. control system receives infrared heat images from the camera and, taking into account the car's. speed and direction, classifies them to assess imminent danger. It then determines what action, if any, needs to be taken and if necessary displays a warning to the driver

The Head-up Display relays crucial information such as speed or navigation directions onto the windscreen directly in front of the driver. This information is visible only to the driver and may be tailored to show only the details required and at a position suitable to the driver

Lane Departure Warning alerts the driver should the car start to drift out of its current lane. once activated, it uses an integrated camera, located just in front of the rear view mirror, to monitor road markings and the vehicle's. position. The driver is warned by a discreet vibration through the steering wheel. If the driver uses the directional indicators before and behind the lane change, the wheel will not vibrate

High Beam Assistance automatically manages the operation of dipped and main beam lights while driving at night. once activated, the same camera used by the Lane Departure Warning system monitors the light from any source at the front of the vehicle and automatically dips or raises the headlights accordingly. Adaptive, directional headlights also improve illumination of the road ahead and adapt to the road conditions, be they rain or fog or simply once the car is making a turn
Active Cruise Control with Stop

2012 Lotus Elise Club Racer

All homes misconception that Lotus can get away from the performance by the lightness only need to take a quick tour of the new Lotus Elise 1.6 Club Racer said it is absolutely not the case. The engineers at Lotus to put even more brilliant light of modern cars Lotus on a diet and managed to throw more than 24 pounds.

So how Lotus have managed to make it one of the lightest on the market even easier? The engineers behind Lotus Elise Club Racer has adopted a stripped-to-the-bare-bones visualized by body-colored squares, but materialized in many ways such as sports car battery light and deletion derivatives of the noise insulation . Attention to detail has ensured that the passion of the Lotus "for performance through light weight have been translated into the car.

For the first time a variant Elise comes with a sport mode for DPM (Dynamic Performance Management) that allows even less experienced drivers of sports cars to feel on top of their game, while the ability to turn it off completely would If you like the most established track-oriented drivers. DPM agility combined with courtesy of Lotus sports suspension fine-tuned and adjustable anti-roll bar Club Racer Lotus Elise will be as versatile for both road and fun on tour.

2010 Lotus Evora Carbon Concept

Lotus Evora carbon concept car Lotus Motorsport focuses on pedigree, using fine quality materials with carbon fiber and Alcantara exposed bear. The concept car is finished in white water pearlesent amazing paint edge in contrast to the exquisite finish of the fabric of carbon fiber panels.

Turning the head in the car Lotus Evora carbon concept offers a more central position with the car stuck looking for lower and more aggressive. This approach continues with a structure style carbon fiber roof, Lotus Motorsport influence of carbon diffuser division. Lotus Evora carbon concept car retains control of the class itself and leads bonded high-tech and extruded aluminum chassis of the car production.

The furniture Lotus Evora Carbon Concept car combines the charm of the carbon discs perforated leather and Alcantara Matt. Custom design uses a series of rich black Alcantara covering space of the legs, the dashboard and the roof. Soft texture of leather and Alcantara surfaces are juxtaposed with carbon fiber is difficult to provide a satisfying sensory experience.

Lotus Evora Carbon Concept car cut diamond has forged 19 "alloy wheels and rear, shod with Pirelli P-Zero Corsa (235/35 front and 285/30 rear end off.) Wheels and tires offer real presence Lotus Evora fills the wheel arches and give the car a look of concentration.

Donato Coco, director of Lotus Design said: "The design of the Lotus Evora Carbon Concept Car features exotic, high-tech materials that provide a good synergy with the image of Lotus, to express our heritage and history Motorsport elegant sports cars such as Lotus is known. "

2010 Lotus Evora

The first all new Lotus Elise from the iconic made his debut in 1995, Lotus Evora enters the sports car market as currently the world until mid-engine 2 +2. Powered by a Lotus-tuned 3.5-liter V6 produces 280 hp and weighing only 1,350 kg, the Lotus Evora promises breathtaking performance. During preliminary testing around the famous N�rburgring, the Lotus chassis engineers report that it is extremely agile and great fun to drive - even when dressed in the costume complete development hid the beautiful lines of the lever engine paparazzi industry.

In addition to excellent performance and exemplary handling, the Lotus Evora offers a more precise properties of Lotus existing smaller four-cylinder models. The interior is elegant and elegantly trimmed his list is the capability of modern equipment, such as the advanced touch screen multimedia system and power door mirrors sometimes.

As one of the roles of the Lotus Evora is to attract new customers to the Lotus brand, much attention has been paid to its ease of use. Doors open wider, taller and narrower sills make entry and exit from the cab less athletic undertaking than it is the Lotus is a small sports cars (Elise, Exige, Europa and 2-Eleven), while the design of the same cabin can accommodate two 99th percentile (6 ft 5in tall) American men in the front seats.

2010 Lotus Esprit Concept

The style echoes Lotus Esprit performance with strong lines in the thin low body weight. Symmetry in the mass and the proportion of the Lotus Esprit give an intense gaze, he is the perfect example of the new Lotus DNA in action.

Lotus Esprit is more than evolution is a redefinition.

Lotus Esprit specification

Layout: 2-seat mid-engine, rear wheel drive

Engine: Gasoline, hybrid option

Hybrid Technology: KERS optional

Cylinders: V8

Capacity: 5.0 liters

Power / torque: 620 hp / 720 Nm

Limit speed: 8,500 rpm

0-100 km / h: 3.4 seconds

Maximum speed: 330 kmh

CO2/km: 250 g / km (with hybrid technology as an option)

Weight: 1.450 kg

Seats: 2

Transmission: 7 speed DCT

Drivetrain: RWD

Start of production: the end of 2012

Enters the market: Spring 2013

Price information: about � 110 000

2010 Lotus Elite Concept

So here is the Lotus Elite, a taste of what the future of Lotus in the future. Search in the dictionary and you'll find an elegant variation on the following 1 Grace dignified in appearance, movement, or behavior, 2 very elegant design, styles, and 3 something stylish, the ultimate sophistication.

The revolutionary new Lotus Elite is exactly that. It is compact and stylish elegance incarnate. It is not just an exquisite elegance, in harmony with the fundamental values ??of Lotus is a car of substance that incorporates some of the latest technological innovations Lotus has to offer. The slick retractable hardtop version and the optional use of hybrid technology with KERS, are typical examples of Lotus adapt the technology to deliver perfect performance.

Dany Bahar, CEO of Group Lotus, said. "There is no denying that the Lotus Elite is a beauty to see, but is much more than that, is a car that offers much more than all other aspects so one could say it is a perfect contradiction car is compact and spacious, high performance, low emission, light yet reassuringly strong. It's a car we are especially proud of Lotus, and we truly believe that there is nothing, as there is so much in terms of style and performance.

2010 Lotus Elise Concept

"The 2015 Lotus Elise design is perfect for the target market is young, strong, safe, close to godliness, which reflects the engineering and technology. This is the next-generation Elise to a new generation driver lotus."

Fear not, despite the dramatic improvements in the 2015 Lotus Elise has lost none of its charm is famous mischievous two seats sports car, it still maintains performance through light and handles like a dream - although very aggressive and exciting dream. With an in-line engine of 2.0 liters of pressure delivers up to four charged 320 hp, the Lotus Elise 2015 should reach 0-100kph in under 4.5 seconds.

The Lotus Elise 2015, showing great things come to those who wait.

Lotus Elise Specifications

Layout: 2-seat mid-engine, rear wheel drive

Engine: Diesel with the option to start / stop

Hybrid Technology: mild hybrid, ie, technology Start / Stop

Cylinders: 4

Capacity: 2.0 liters

Power / torque: 320 Nm hp / 330

Rev limit: 7,800 rpm

0-100 km / h: 4.3 seconds

Maximum speed: 270 kmh

Ca CO2 (g CO2/km): 150 g / km (with the new technology)

Weight: 1.095 kg

Seating: 2

Transmission: manual 6-speed DCT option

Drive: RWD

Production start: Early 2015

Enter the market: Spring 2015

Target price: Around � 35,000

2010 Lotus Elise Club Racer

Debuting in the 2009 IAA in Frankfurt, Special Edition Lotus Elise Racing Club launches new colors and exclusive, the interior pieces and all the light components in a world class, high performance and low-emission sports car .

Lotus took four classic colors used by Lotus in 1960 (Elite yellow, charcoal gray, blue and white Old English) and combined them with features exclusive Club corridor interior design to give a pretty impressive athletic function changes and form.

The company and support Lotus Elise seats are covered with lightweight microfiber pillows perfectly positioned to provide the right amount of support with minimal weight but still keep the body partially exposed hull color.

Theme color bin has been transferred to the transmission tunnel, and combined with silver and black paint highlights bisecting the taxi, and tie together all the sporty theme of the unique Lotus Elise Club Racer.

Other unique design features of the Lotus Elise Club Racer is anodized charcoal gray gear knob and handbrake sleeve, the Club Racer (CR) logo embroidered seat headrests and a single floor in anodized aluminum guide and the footwell passenger. Small 320 mm rimmed leather steering wheel is a central indicator, which allows more drivers Spirits safely and quickly identify the location of the front wheels forward.