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Toyota has launched a middle-class passenger cars in Japan, namely Isis. This car is equipped with additional guidance in the form of sonar tracking driving distance. Sonar is able to provide warning to motorists when there is a threat or possibility of collisions or collisions with stationary objects or other vehicles from the same direction. According to Toyota, this sonar system is the first time in the world.

Sonar warning system is classified as a genius. Have the sonar distance of one meter, this system gives a warning to a special display on the instrument panel when there is a possibility of collision at a distance of 1 m, either with vehicles from the same line and with stationary objects.

Isis itself is a 7 passenger vehicle premium-class in terms of flexibility and breadth of the cabin. For example, the availability of one-touch mechanism to adjust the seat position as desired, because the seat can be folded, rotated, and recline to parallel to the floor of the cabin. The second row seat is equipped with a function up and down. Meanwhile, the third row seats can be stored under the cabin floor.

Isis is also equipped with the `Panorama` Open Door, located on the passenger side and designed a built-in with the main pillars. This feature is more like a side door on the Peugeot 1007. When the front and back doors opened, the entrance width of 1890 mm is also available. This makes it easy and out of the passenger car.

Toyota had indeed made the development of his ideas on the format of passenger cars. Japanese automaker is also confident that Isis has provided a step forward for Toyota in terms of driving, driving, safety, and practicality.

Speaking of kitchen runway, Isis equipped with 2.0-liter gasoline engine, variable valve timing (VVT-i) direct injection. Other versions equipped with a capacity 1.8-liter variable valve-timing system equipped with a continuously variable transmission. 1.998cc 2.0 DOHC engine capacity is capable of producing 155 ps (114 kW) at 6,000 rpm and 19.6 kg-m torque (192 Nm) at 4,000 revs. Meanwhile, 1.8 engine capable of producing power at 132 ps (97 kW) at 6,000 rpm and 17.3 kg-m torque (170 Nm) at 4400 revs.

In Japan, there are three variants of Isis, which Platana, G, and L. Platana has the same wheelbase with other variants, only the wider body, which has dimensions of 4640 x 1710 x 1.640 mm, while the other 4610 x 1695 x 1640 mm. With these dimensions, variant G and L to 60 mm longer and 50 mm higher than the Toyota Wish.

About the price in Japan, passenger cars are priced starting from 1.7 million yen (U.S. $ 15,455) for the 1.8-liter engine variants Isis model L ‘X-Selection’. This variant has a system of electronically controlled automatic transmission 4-speed. Meanwhile, the most expensive price tag pinned on the model variant G Isis ‘U-Selection’, which is 2.73 million yen.

Under the control of the new owner, Tata Motors, Jaguar and Land Rover run a series of changes and new innovations. Two leading British car manufacturer was decided join the stock environmentally friendly vehicles.

Jaguar and Land Rover middle of designing vehicles with hybrid tech kitchen runway. Later, the entire vehicle output these two manufacturers will use a mixture-based engine combustion engine and electric motor.

Scheduled, the cars Jaguar and Land Rover production in the next five years have all been powered hybrid.

Tata Motors officials also apply to explain hybrid engine production system integrated with each other with a very complex module.

The first step, designing and building control systems and cessation ignition engines that will be part of next-generation car engines. For a conventional engine, Jaguar and Land Rover retains its flagship engine, 2.7 and 3.0 liter turbo diesel.

The second step, clutch and gearbox systems develop more sophisticated. Named 8-speed ZF gearbox with eight levels of speed. Gerbox clutch and is different from the clutch and gearbox automatic 6-speed level that is now widely used in hybrid cars in general. Tata Motors claims, the clutch 8 speed ZF gearbox is more complex and sophisticated.

The engineers also designed the Jaguar’s ZF Dynastart that will
replace the function of an electric motor which has been a partner
conventional engines in hybrid engine unit. ZF ‘Dynastart designed capable of changing the engine of the Conventional condition directly on position of full electric without the converter, it is today.

Land Rover is more inclined to make a simpler hybrid engine. By combining a diesel engine with a motor that has a capacitor and power supply capable of charging and discharge rapidly. My Land Rover did not mention how fast the battery charging process is

Under the hood there is a sophisticated machine that the BMW six-cylinder in line with the world’s lightest 3.0-liter capacity equipped with Bi-VANOS and Valvetronic. Valvetronic is a major regulator and valve opening time accordance with the stamping on the gas pedal (accelerator), which combined with double-VANOS variable camshaft adjustment, or at intake valve (intake) and exhaust valves (outlet). The result is a more powerful engine, but still efficient in fuel consumption and environmentally friendly.
Power of 258 horse power (HP) at 6100 rpm or increased by 12 percent compared with the previous 3.0-liter engine model with a maximum torque of 300 Newton meters (Nm) at 2500-4000 rpm, the BMW 630i accelerates in just 6.7 seconds from 0-100 km / h and reaches a maximum speed of 250 km / hour. Operated electronically, technology Steptronic six-speed automatic transmission is used to regulate torque and high power.

BMW 630i is equipped with special buttons that can race a car with more aggressive thanks to the Dynamic Driving Control (DDC), which is able to achieve maximum power faster than normal Sport position.

The advantages of use of lightweight materials in the BMW 6 Series was created for a more sporty performance so as to optimize the potential of new machines to the limit. With the division of the ideal 50:50 weight vehicles and chassis that have been in tune with technological innovation as well plus the Active Steering, BMW 630i managed to reach the highest level of dynamism and agility class.

Active Steering technology innovation contained in the new BMW 6 Series has received several international awards in Europe and in America and won recognition from the international media. Active Steering technology has a way of working that uses an electronic control transmission ratio varies depending on vehicle speed. Become more direct control at low speed and vice versa becomes indirect at higher speeds. Medium speed until it reaches, the BMW 6 Series has the sensation of control like a go-kart while winding streets. While in critical situations at high speeds, Active Steering is able to quickly take over the control correction.

Standard active safety BMW 6 Series comprised of Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), and Cornering Brake Control.BMW Series 6 displays features adaptive headlights that can illuminate the vehicle over a maximum angle of view or another term to “see behind the curve “in accordance with the motion of the steering wheel. Thus, BMW again offer technological innovations to help comfort and safety for driving at night.

Innovation of new safety technology found in the BMW 630i is the Brake Force Display is integrated with the rear brake lights. The technology provides high-intensity lighting when the driver braking suddenly in a situation of danger.

BMW 6 Series is also equipped with 6 airbags (airbags) that use advanced systems in the activation, seat belt, headrest in every four seats, car and key memory features and crash sensors. In all BMW vehicles, passenger safety is a top priority.

BMW 6 Series is a special kind of standard tires, run flat tires (RFT) which will continue to function even in a state without the pressure of wind at all. With these facilities the rider can go directly to the garage without having to stop and change a tire in a dangerous area. BMW 630i with run flat tires are still able to drive 150 km with a speed of 80 km / h without the pressure of wind at all. To reinforce his view coupé, BMW 630i is equipped with 18 inch racing wheels. As a difference with the BMW 645i, BMW 630i used the tip of the muffler (silencer) chrome plated round with its kidney grille is not in chrome.

Roadster

German car manufacturer Volkswagen following the other, playing in the car coupe and roadster segment. VW roadster concept set to be introduced at the Los Angeles Auto Show November  VW Chief Executive Martin Winterkorn, plans to play in coupe and roadster segment is intended to bolster the VW Group’s global sales target of 10 million units per year starting 2018.  roadster that has been marketed with other car brands, products VW forward style using medium machine thus saving fuel consumption.
Winterkorn said, if the market reaction is good, it will market the car is started early 2011. “This is the fifth time we make a car like the roadster. But this time, our products look more attractive and more environmentally friendly, “said Winterkorn told Autocar UK automotive magazine quoted Tuesday (22/07/2008).

The car will likely be equipped with a 1.4-liter TSI engine capable of producing four-cylinder 168 hp power. And 1.6-liter TDI diesel engine option that produces 125 hp. Fuel consumption ranges from 22.5 km / liter. Both types of these machines use a rear-wheel drive with a 7 speed transmission systems gerbox. Speed ​​0 to 100 km / h can be achieved in 7 seconds.

Cars that have not been given this name, the plan is made of aluminum spaceframe material which is an Audi technology development. VW subsidiary, also manufactures R4 roadster.

Coverage is once again dismissed rumors that the presence of these rodaster VW would stop marketing the Audi R4. Audi plans to actually use the machine-powered 4-cylinder 211 hp for the next generation of R4.

Under the hood there is a sophisticated machine that the BMW six-cylinder in line with the world’s lightest 3.0-liter capacity equipped with Bi-VANOS and Valvetronic. Valvetronic is a major regulator and valve opening time accordance with the stamping on the gas pedal (accelerator), which combined with double-VANOS variable camshaft adjustment, or at intake valve (intake) and exhaust valves (outlet). The result is a more powerful engine, but still efficient in fuel consumption and environmentally friendly.
Power of 258 horse power (HP) at 6100 rpm or increased by 12 percent compared with the previous 3.0-liter engine model with a maximum torque of 300 Newton meters (Nm) at 2500-4000 rpm, the BMW 630i accelerates in just 6.7 seconds from 0-100 km / h and reaches a maximum speed of 250 km / hour. Operated electronically, technology Steptronic six-speed automatic transmission is used to regulate torque and high power.

BMW 630i is equipped with special buttons that can race a car with more aggressive thanks to the Dynamic Driving Control (DDC), which is able to achieve maximum power faster than normal Sport position.

The advantages of use of lightweight materials in the BMW 6 Series was created for a more sporty performance so as to optimize the potential of new machines to the limit. With the division of the ideal 50:50 weight vehicles and chassis that have been in tune with technological innovation as well plus the Active Steering, BMW 630i managed to reach the highest level of dynamism and agility class.

Active Steering technology innovation contained in the new BMW 6 Series has received several international awards in Europe and in America and won recognition from the international media. Active Steering technology has a way of working that uses an electronic control transmission ratio varies depending on vehicle speed. Become more direct control at low speed and vice versa becomes indirect at higher speeds. Medium speed until it reaches, the BMW 6 Series has the sensation of control like a go-kart while winding streets. While in critical situations at high speeds, Active Steering is able to quickly take over the control correction.

Standard active safety BMW 6 Series comprised of Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), and Cornering Brake Control.BMW Series 6 displays features adaptive headlights that can illuminate the vehicle over a maximum angle of view or another term to “see behind the curve “in accordance with the motion of the steering wheel. Thus, BMW again offer technological innovations to help comfort and safety for driving at night.

Innovation of new safety technology found in the BMW 630i is the Brake Force Display is integrated with the rear brake lights. The technology provides high-intensity lighting when the driver braking suddenly in a situation of danger.

BMW 6 Series is also equipped with 6 airbags (airbags) that use advanced systems in the activation, seat belt, headrest in every four seats, car and key memory features and crash sensors. In all BMW vehicles, passenger safety is a top priority.

BMW 6 Series is a special kind of standard tires, run flat tires (RFT) which will continue to function even in a state without the pressure of wind at all. With these facilities the rider can go directly to the garage without having to stop and change a tire in a dangerous area. BMW 630i with run flat tires are still able to drive 150 km with a speed of 80 km / h without the pressure of wind at all. To reinforce his view coupé, BMW 630i is equipped with 18 inch racing wheels. As a difference with the BMW 645i, BMW 630i used the tip of the muffler (silencer) chrome plated round with its kidney grille is not in chrome.

The history of the automotive world begins when Nicolaus August Otto invented the motorcycles in 1876. Then, in 1885 Gottlieb Daimler invented the fuel oil that allows the opening of the birth of a revolution in car design. The findings were then followed by Karl Benz, a mechanical engineer who built the first practical car that is run by a machine called an internal-combustion engine in 1985.

In America, John W. Lambert found a gasoline-powered automobile in 1891. Duryea Brothers became the first company to manufacture and sell such vehicles to the public. Everything is possible to walk is not too significant, until finally Henry Ford launched the Model-T is phenomenal, it is equipped with a transmission system and a better design. The first model manufactured in 1908 and continues to change until 1980.

Still talking about ground transportation, in the field of rail-an, history began when George Stephenson designed the first steam train in 1824. Although it is true that the steam engine James Watt have been found long before that. New in 1924 then the steam train has developed a mature and spread throughout the entire world. Followed later by the birth of the diesel trains in the 1960s. After experiencing a rather old vacuum, came the super-fast trains are actually based Maglev technology is still in early growth. Nevertheless, we can see the TGV and Shinkansen with admiration and astonishment that no agony.

Meanwhile, in the world of aeronautics, history tells much longer. Perhaps, in the year 852 of a Muslim scientist named Armen Word jumped from a tower in Cordoba (Spain) and float using a robe that was worn as a parachute. In the year 875, Abbas Ibn Firnas desperate to repeat the action of the Word. Unfortunately, he suffered a back injury resulting in death several years later. Baghdad and then use the name as the name Firnas airport to remember.

Centuries later, people continue to assume that human beings have to fly with wings. Even the famous DaVinci painting in the 1500s also implies such things. The story became somewhat changed when Sir George Cayley in 1799 formulated the concept of the aircraft where it should have wings, tail, and so on. Funnily enough, this concept is written on a silver coin made in that year.

Cayley glider according to the concept and then create it and told the train driver (coachman) to try it, but there is no clear outcome achievement. Was Otto Lilienthal who later became the first person to make the glider at the same time trying melayangkannya moment. The experimental results are published, but unfortunately, one day when he did the experiment, there was wind gusts that made him fell and died.

Hydrogen Tiguan

Europe’s biggest carmaker, Volkswagen introduced some time ago some environment-friendly cars in the United States. One of these zero-emission concept car Tiguan TSI HyMotion Fuel Cell.
Tiguan HyMotion Fuel Cell was first introduced in the event the Shanghai Motor Show 2007 in China. The car combines hydrogen fuel and electric motor is capable of producing bursts of power up to 107 hp if only relying on hydrogen fuel.

With the addition of an electric motor work, bursts of energy can be upgraded to 134 hp. The resulting maximum speed is 148 km / h with acceleration of 14 seconds for the performance speed of 0 to 100 km / hour.

HyMotion Tiguan comes with a lithium ion battery with a capacity of 6.8 ampere-hours (Ah) that can generate power of up to 33 kW. The battery can be charged when deakselerasi car or stepped on the brake pedal.

Though this car powered by hydrogen does not sacrifice cabin space for the hydrogen tank. The battery is placed in the box located under the cargo to the model of production Tiguan. While the tank pressure 700 bar integrated under the floor of the backseat. The tank is able to accommodate 3.2 kg of hydrogen gas.

In addition, VW berkomitemen also poured a lot of cars more environmentally friendly. As a model Jetta TDI (diesel) which is claimed to save fuel by 35 percent compared to petrol versions. Based on the pilot Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) United States, the Jetta TDI fuel consumption as much as 12.54 km / liter for the city and 17.29 km / liter for the highway.

Fear of NOx emissions on diesel cars was answered largest carmaker in Europe. TDI engines can reduce NOx by 90 percent. This is thanks to the internal engine modifications and filter technology that growing emissions. N0x emissions produced only 18.9 mg / km.

BMW 630i Coupé introduced in Indonesia

Using the lightest six-cylinder engine in the world, the BMW 630i was introduced in the Indonesian market to complete the model BMW 645 Ci which first launched last year in Indonesia. The launch of the BMW 630i is targeted to fill the market niche luxury coupé sports car lovers in Indonesia.

Ever since the world was first introduced in January 2004 until the end of 2004 as many as 21 043 units of Series 6 has been delivered to customers including BMW 645Ci 9 units in Indonesia. BMW 6 Series is not only superior to the dynamism and kepresisiannya but also a unique design with a firm but smooth lines floating in harmony with the elegant surface.

Backed by high-performance engine, a sporty appearance as well as large interior, the BMW 6 Series a new standard in luxury coupé sports car ranks. The model is intended for connoisseurs of high-performance sedan coupé identity that also reflects the social status and high life style and personal success.
PT BMW Indonesia President Director Josef Honsel said, “Now our customers have the option of a new engine for the Series 6. Both the BMW 630i and 645Ci models deliver reliable performance excellence as well as to increase the safety level of driving pleasure. “

BMW 630i with the concept of 2 +2 seating body construction combines lightweight materials obtained from the use of aluminum, steel and other synthetic materials with a high-performance engine with a capacity of 3.0 liter six-cylinder in line so as to provide agility and incredible power.

To suppress to the minimum weight of the engine, BMW uses a magnesium material for the first time in mass production of engine blocks, this material is 30 percent lighter than aluminum. Crutch-bearing axles and cylinder cover also using magnesium.

Models as well as the force on the BMW 6 Series is BMW’s bold design strategy. Shape headlights reminiscent of the forms contained in the latest 5 Series and 7 complete with “angel eyes” and turn signal shaped eyebrows “eyebrow”.

New chapter in the history of racing cars and diesel engine technology inscribed with Audi AG introduces diesel-engined race car that will compete in the most prestigious endurance race in the world, the 24 Hours of Le Mans next year. In the circuit, Audi will fight with the best gasoline engines in the world.

Audi AG became the first automotive manufacturer in the world to target the overall winner in the race 24 hours of Le Mans endurance capital of diesel engines. Audi R10, the new racing car which was introduced in Paris, Tuesday (13/12), using a new machine with a capacity of 5.5 liter, 12-cylinder bi-turbo TDI very economical and quiet.

Le Mans prototype with a maximum power of more than 650hp and more than 1,100 Nm of torque, far exceeds the power produced most of the previous Audi racing cars, including the legendary predecessor R8 at Le Mans circuit. Audi became pioneers to explore the diesel engine, uncharted territory. Diesel engines are used, all-aluminum V12-so light though big-technology FSI (Fuel Stratified Injection)-where fuel is sprayed directly into the combustion chamber with measured doses. After his victory, this machine will be adopted for mass production and Audi customers get more benefits and lessons to be absorbed in sports car racing.

“The engines Audi A8 4.2 TDI quattro puts Audi as the most powerful diesel engine maker in the world,” says Prof. Dr. Martin Winterkorn, Chairman of the Board of Management of AUDI AG on the R10 presentation in Paris. “Le Mans Project helps technicians you to squeeze more juice from TDI technology,” he said, hoping in the future more and more diesel-engined cars.

R10 V12 engine which is equipped with two diesel particle filters, fuel injection pressure easily exceeds 1.600 mass dimobil bar used. Power band is from 3.000 to 5.000 rpm, very low for the size of car racing. Motorists no longer need to shift gears frequently than the R8 TDI engine because the curve is greater. Torque production is enormous, 1.100 Nm transmission system requires not only extraordinary, even dynamoter at Audi Sport in pasangi gearboxes must specifically to handle the tremendous torque.

Radical changes to the chassis is also required. Audi R10 has a longer wheelbase than the R8 is also extra wide front wheels. New technologies are implemented on the development of carbon-fiber monocoque. “R10 is the biggest challenge that Audi Sport handled,” said Head of Audi Motorsport Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich. “TDI technology has not been pushed to the racing car. We were the first to answer the challenge. Our technology partners who have long, Bosch, Michelin and Shell support us in the effort to realize the challenge. Together we have the opportunity to write a new chapter in the history of racing cars and diesel engine technology. “

Latest Audi R10 successfully underwent trials at the end of November. Extensive testing program including 12-hour race at Sebring, USA in March next be prepared before the 24 Hours of Le Mans