Thursday, June 13, 2013

2011 Dodge Charger SRT 8

Front 3/4 view of 2011 Dodge Charger SRT-8

Never underestimate the power of something that looks this mean.

Its kinda easy to do, given that the Dodge Charger has been with us for 5 years now and a new ones on the way. Weve seen it too many times in airport car rental lots and giggled as Mark Harmon and the gang on NCIS make the 6-cylinder ones they drive try to look menacing.

But five minutes in a Charger SRT-8 is enough to wipe that smirk right off my face...and replace it with a great big ear-to-ear grin.

                              Rear 3/4 view of red 2011 Dodge Charger SRT-8

Tromp on the pedal of an SRT-8 and the rear of the car is what everyone else on the road is going to see.

Yes, it has a Hemi. 6.1 liters worth, putting out 425 horsepower with 420 pounds of torque. The 5-speed "AutoStick" automatic transmission is up to the task, though a real six-speed manual would be ideal.  Whatever...the point is brute strength and the Charger SRT-8 delivers big time.

According to the window sticker that came with our tester, its the official passenger car of NASCAR, which makes perfect sense. This is what NASCAR used to be. Take a big standard car, stuff the hairiest engine possible under the hood and hang on.

Sophisticated?

Refined?

Elegant?

No...but a big barrel of fun for a reasonable price. Base is $38,180. Yeah, that is awfully close to $40K. Find me this much performance for less than this money and maybe Ill change my mind.

Of course, you can load these up and thats just what the Dodge PR people did. This one had the SRT Option Groups II and III, roughly $2,800 worth of options including an upgraded radio, 13 high performance speakers, a 322-watt amplifier, a 200-watt subwoofer, surround sound, Uconnect, iPod control, a security alarm and a nav system.

Throw in the power sunroof ($950), HID headlamps ($695), performance tire and wheel upgrade ($250), rear seat video system (in a sedan?) ($1,480) and the inevitable gas guzzler tax (13 city/19 highway) of $1,700 and your bottom line after $750 destination charge is $46,850.

If your heart and your bank balance say yes, theres a lot of fun to be had here.
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Monday, June 10, 2013

Worst Parking Job Ever Here Comes The Judge

                        

Six months and a few hundred thousand pageviews later, the authorities have sentenced the woman seen in the video above parking her car on....well, two other cars.

Tripta Kaushal was arrested on the evidence of that video back in October. But the wheels of justice turn more deliberately than those of her SUV, so its only this week that the judge brought the hammer down.

A $500 fine for leaving the scene and failing to report the accident, restitution to the owners of the two cars she damaged, six months probation and shes not allowed to drive between 7PM and 7AM.

Do we really think low light was the issue here?

And yes, shes driving a BMW X5. Now, just imagine what the media would have said about the video if it had been a Toyota.
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Friday, June 7, 2013

Megacity BMW Vehicle Future Concept Cars

Future direction of the concept vehicle is already clear. Several terms, now is getting to be such obligation that is not too large size, low emissions and fuel economy must certainly be there. With the same understanding as well as BMWs long player in the automotive trying to design a concept car that will be the future of transportation. This car will be fully using electrical energy source and will carry a number of todays modern technology.


Megacity BMW Vehicle Project was actually started from Project i at the end of 2007. At that time, BMW began to try to glance at the hybrid car market with the launch of the Mini E. It was indeed a comparison between the use of fuel oil to electricity is not balanced and therefore BMW 1-series and then launched ActiveE Concept which will be launched later in 2011. This is not the last project of the BMW because for the year 2013 BMW is preparing for this Vehicle MCV or Megacity.



From the sketches on display, it appears that Megacity Vehicle body design is indeed very futuristic. It is possible that this concept will change shape when entering the later production globally but at least we can predict the basic shape of this Vehicle Megacity. From the data specification, BMW says that this MCV would accommodate four passengers although there is no clarity about the number of doors to be installed on this car.



An important component in realizing the optimal electric car is obviously the weight of the car itself. How not, the weight of the batteries alone can reach 250kg - 360kg. Therefore, BMW took dugwells Carbon to design what they call a carbon fiber cells that will become the fundamental building blocks of this MCV. With an electric motor that can generate power of 135 horsepower and weighs a light car it is expected that these MCV can achieve the ideal distance to be called as a tool of modern transportation. Source: spinnwebzine.wordpress.com
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Saturday, June 1, 2013

ABCs Brian Ross Did Toyota Hide Life Saving Information

The fuel just keeps getting poured on the Toyota fire. ABCs Brian Ross aired this piece on Good Morning America Thursday, with more promised for World News with Diane Sawyer. His on-camera introduction deals with Toyotas admission of a brake design flaw in the Prius, which we told you about earlier this morning. Its whats in his taped report that begins about 30 seconds in that is likely to cause still more damage to whats left of Toyotas reputation:

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Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Guide to Choosing Car Alarm

Choosing Car Alarm
It is not surprising when you want to buy a car alarm system, all the manufacturers claim to have the best alarm system. This is normal course. As consumers, we must be smart to choose and do a little research to find an alarm system that best suits our car.

Finding the best car alarm system starts with understanding the type of car you have to determine a compatible car alarm system. If you have a car manufactured in 2000, maybe an alarm that is for cars made in 2010 to no longer compatible. The first place to look for information is through your cars manual. Noteworthy, too, many cars that have been installed from the factory default alarm.

If it turns out this innate alarm is mounted and you want to upgrade your car alarm systems, spoke with the mechanic would be very helpful to determine where the alarm system should be selected. Next, choose a car alarm systems will also be influenced by the fi tour of what kind of security you want to install. Some car owners may prefer to choose a car alarm with remote control while others are more inclined to keyless entry systems.

After deciding which type of car alarm category is about to be selected, the next step is to study the product description and reviews from consumers. Narrow your choices to a few brands or models can help you more easily compare the fi-fi tour provided tour or ask questions to the provider.

No alarms are suitable for all types of cars. The best alarm is appropriate to the type of car, preferences, and budget you have. Talking with colleagues to gain their experience of an alarm system will facilitate you in making decisions. Make sure the car alarm installed by a person who qualifi cation to ensure the optimization function.
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Sunday, May 26, 2013

Polishing body

Almost every technical Motor Show in Ekaterinburg you can order a polished car. Polishing a car body is divided into two types: protective, restorative. In both cases, polishing one of the important conditions is the preservation refinishing machines as long as possible and making auto attractive appearance. To make a long time to keep in good condition paint the car, you need to regularly produce a protective finish. This form of polishing is done by hand using nonabrasive polishing paste. Protective polishing is most effective on paint when the vehicle has maintained the original shine. Such a polishing body Ekaterinburg is literally all the car-city. Polishing paste comes in a synthesis of paint or varnish, and forms a protective layer that protects the paint from the corrosive influences of burning in the sun, also from sticking poplar and linden buds. Validity of such a polishing, depends on the chemical composition of non-contact car wash. Restorative polishing performed in three phases of work. Using abrasive paste, from the most severe, to very soft. We first removed the factory coating 2-3 microns, and then cleaned minor scratches, clouding of varnish and wear, layering of different chemicals and pollinating after painting the body. After reducing polishing the car body color acquires its original form, appears shiny and bright.

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Thursday, May 23, 2013

Toyota Avanza Style And Elegant Car

I LIKE TOYOTA AVANZA BECAUSE IT SMART AND SIMPLE LUXURY CAR 


Toyota Avanza Specifications

The car is a no holds barred Multi Utility vehicle and has no qualms about it. The Toyota Avanza Specifications come with a 1.5 litre engine with a four cylinder capacity and powers up to 141 Nm torque. The drive train comes with front engine seating up to seven occupants and has five doors. The car moves around with five speed manual transmission and encompasses a curb weight of 1100 kg. The mighty beast has a fuel thirst for every 11.8 kmpl on the busy streets and goes up to 16 kmpl on the long escapades at the highways. The ground clearance is a neat 180 mm and gobbles up any obstacles on the way.
Toyota Avanza Photos

The Toyota Avanza was incepted in the year 2003 and the renewed variant has been around since 2006. The newly renovated variant of the Avanza has a new front grille, new interior, new bumpers and new headlights and taillights. The Toyota Avanza Photos of the front show the trademark grille on most of its cars along with the logo. The raring front fascia and the sloping roofline all accentuate the overall looks of the Toyota Avanza. The Toyota Avanza photos of the rear show that the car is very stylish and the huge tailgate makes for easy movement of luggage. The Toyota Avanza also has a decent height and allows for handling of some heavy weight objects. The Avanza also has a good view for the drivers to watch oncoming traffic.


Specification


Engine Model
:VVT-i
Max. Torque
:141 Nm @ 4400 rpm
Transmission Type
:5-Speed Manual
Fuel Type
:Petrol
Length (mm)
:4120
Width (mm)
:1635
Height (mm)
:1695
Ground Clearance (mm)
:180
Minimum Turning Radius
:4.7





Toyota Avanza Price
The Toyota Avanza Price will be kept low and is looked as a replacement to the Toyota Innova, and will be positioned as an international Multi-Purpose Vehicle segment. The Toyota products are always an attractive option in the compact SUV’s and that too at affordable price. The Toyota Avanza ex-showroom price can expect to be around 7 lakhs. It is expected that Toyota Avanza India will hit the market by the end of the year and depending upon trim levels and other options. The Toyota Avanza On road price will be inclusive of the Vehicle price, Road tax, Insurance and registration fees can further increase the cost up to 10% extra. If you want additional accessories youll have to pay extra amount for the same. The Toyota Avanza India is looked upon as the competitor to the likes of the Mahindra Xylo, the Chevrolet Tavera and the newest entry Nissan NV200.




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1.5 G 4-Speed A/T

1.5 G 5-Speed M/T
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Overall L x W x H (mm)4,140 x 1,660 x 1,6954,140 x 1,660 x 1,695
Wheelbase mm.2,6552,655
Tread Front/Rear mm.1,425 / 1,4351,425 / 1,435
Min. Ground Clearance mm.(Without Axle)200200
Min. Ground Clearance mm.(With Axle)180180
Weight Curb (min). mm1,1001,090
Weight Gross mm.1,7001,700
Min. Turning Radius m4.74.7
Seating Capacity7-Seater7-Seater


1.5 G 4-Speed A/T

1.5 G 5-Speed M/T
ENGINE
Model3SZ-VE3SZ-VE
TypeVVT-i, 4-Cylinder In-Line DOHC 16V EFIVVT-i, 4-Cylinder In-Line DOHC 16V EFI
Displacement1,4951,495
Bore and Stroke72 x 91.872 x 91.8
Compression Ratio10.0:110.0:1
Max Output102HP / 6,000 rpm102HP / 6,000 rpm
Max Torque136Nm / 4,400 rpm136Nm / 4,400 rpm
Fuel Supply SystemEFI (Electronic Fuel Injection)EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection)
Fuel Tank Capacity L4545
Catalytic ConverterWithWith


1.5 G 4-Speed A/T

1.5 G 5-Speed M/T
TRANSMISSION AND CHASSIS
Transmission TypeGate Type A/TM/T
Suspension FrontMcPherson Strut with Coil Spring & StabilizerMcPherson Strut with Coil Spring & Stabilizer
Suspension Rear4-link with Coil Spring4-link with Coil Spring
Brakes Front13" Disc13" Disc
Brakes Rear8" Leading-Trailing Drums8" Leading-Trailing Drums
Tires185 / 65 R15185 / 65 R15
Wheels15"x5J Alloy15"x5J Alloy

NOTE: Vehicle, equipment and specifications may vary from the models available locally. Vehicle body and colors might differ slightly from images.



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1.3E 4-speed A/T

1.3 5-speed M/T
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Overall L x W x H (mm)4,140 x 1,660 x 1,6954,140 x 1,660 x 1,695
Wheelbase mm.2,6552,655
Tread Front/Rear mm.1,425 / 1,4351,425 / 1,435
Min. Ground Clearance mm.(Without Axle)200200
Min. Ground Clearance mm.(With Axle)180180
Weight Curb (min). mm1,0801,060
Weight Gross mm.1,6801,680
Min. Turning Radius m4.74.7
Seating Capacity7-Seater7-Seater


1.3E 4-speed A/T

1.3 5-speed M/T
ENGINE
ModelK3-VEK3-VE
TypeVVT-i, 4-Cylinder In-Line DOHC 16V EFIVVT-i, 4-Cylinder In-Line DOHC 16V EFI
Displacement1,2981,298
Bore and Stroke72.0 x 79.772.0 x 79.7
Compression Ratio10.0:110.0:1
Max Output90HP / 6,000 rpm90HP / 6,000 rpm
Max Torque117Nm / 4,400 rpm117Nm / 4,400 rpm
Fuel Supply SystemEFI (Electronic Fuel Injection)EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection)
Fuel Tank Capacity L4545
Catalytic ConverterWithWith


1.3E 4-speed A/T

1.3 5-speed M/T
TRANSMISSION AND CHASSIS
Transmission TypeAutomatic Gate Type A/TM/T
Suspension FrontMcPherson Strut with Coil Spring & StabilizerMcPherson Strut with Coil Spring & Stabilizer
Suspension Rear4-link with Coil Spring4-link with Coil Spring
Brakes Front13" Disc13" Disc
Brakes Rear8" Leading-Trailing Drums8" Leading-Trailing Drums
Tires185 / 65 R15185 / 70 R14
Wheels14"x5J Alloy14"x5J Alloy

NOTE: Vehicle, equipment and specifications may vary from the models available locally. Vehicle body and colors might differ slightly from images.


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1.3J 5-speed M/T
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Overall L x W x H (mm)4,140 x 1,660 x 1,695
Wheelbase mm.2,655
Tread Front/Rear mm.1,425 / 1,435
Min. Ground Clearance mm.(Without Axle)200
Min. Ground Clearance mm.(With Axle)180
Weight Curb (min). mm1,090
Weight Gross mm.1,680
Min. Turning Radius m4.7
Seating Capacity5-Seater


1.3J 5-speed M/T
ENGINE
ModelK3-VE
TypeVVT-i, 4-Cylinder In-Line DOHC 16V EFI
Displacement1,298
Bore and Stroke72 x 79.7
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Max Output90HP / 6,000 rpm
Max Torque117Nm / 4,400 rpm
Fuel Supply SystemEFI (Electronic Fuel Injection)
Fuel Tank Capacity L45
Catalytic ConverterWith


1.3J 5-speed M/T
EXTERIOR
HeadlampsMulti-reflector Type Halogen
Front FoglampsWithout
Side Turn Signal LampWith (Headlamp Integrated)
Radiator GrilleColor-Keyed
Bumpers Front/RearColor-Keyed
Wipers Front/RearIntermittent/Without
WindshieldLaminated
Outer MirrorsBlack
Door Outside Handle (Grip Type)Color-Keyed
Mudguards Front/RearWithout
Backdoor GarnishColor-Keyed
AntennaPillar Type
Rear Window DefoggerWithout
Rear Combination LampsBulb Type
Rear SpoilerWithout
High Mount Stop LampWithout


1.3J 5-speed M/T
POWER FEATURES
Power SteeringWith
Power WindowWith
Power Door LockWithout
Power Outer MirrorsWithout


1.3J 5-speed M/T
INTERIOR
ClockWithout
Instrumental Panel SpeedometerStandard
Instrumental Panel TachometerStandard
Instrumental Panel Odo/Trip MeterDigital
Warning Seatbelt (Driver Only)Driver with (Lamp)
Warning Fuel LevelWith
Warning Door AjarWith
Warning Key RemindWithout
Warning Lamps RemindWithout
Instrument Panel Center ClusterBlack
AirconditioningManual Dial(cooler, Dual)
Audio2-Speaker CD/MP3/AUX/USB
Steering Wheel3-spoke / Urethane
Steering ColumnTilt-Adjustable (with EPS)
Shift Lever & KnobUrethane
Sun VisorsDriver, Passenger
Inside Rear View MirrorStandard
Assist GripFront (Single) & Rear (Dual)
Seats MaterialFabric
Seats FrontDriver & Passenger Sliding, Reclining
Seats Rear 150:50 Split, One-Touch Tumble
Seats Rear 2without
Seats Rear HeadrestsStandard
Door Inside HandleMaterial Color
Door TrimsMoulded, Full Trim
Storage Rear Console BoxWithout
Storage Glove BoxWith
Storage Cup & Bottle HoldersFront & Rear (11Pcs)
Storage Door PocketsDriver and Passenger (Door Trim Integrated)
Storage Glassess CaseWithout
Storage Back PocketsWithout
Lamps Room LampWith
Front Personal LampWithout
Door Courtesy LampWith


1.3J 5-speed M/T
SAFETY
GOA BodyStandard
SRS AirbagsWithout
Seatbelts Front Seats3-Pt. ELR x 2
Seatbelts Rear 1 Seats3Pt ELR x 2 and 2Pt NR x 1
Seatbelts Rear 2 Seat3-Pt ELR x 2
Child Lock ProtectionWith (Rear Door Only)
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)Without


1.3J 5-speed M/T
SECURITY
TVSS (Toyota Vehicle Security System)Without
Wireless DoorlockWithout


1.3J 5-speed M/T
TRANSMISSION AND CHASSIS
Transmission TypeM/T
Suspension FrontMcPherson Strut with Coil Spring & Stabilizer
Suspension Rear4-link with Coil Spring
Brakes Front13" Disc
Brakes Rear8" Leading-Trailing Drums
Tires185 / 70 R14
Wheels14"x5J Steel

NOTE: Vehicle, equipment and specifications may vary from the models available locally. Vehicle body and colors might differ slightly from images.
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