BMW EXTREME MODIFICATION CONCEPT

Pretty hot pimp of a BMW M3 that looks pretty futuristic as the door as well as the front latch and bonnet were modified to open in a cool way. It would definitely be awesome to pick up
the ladies on a Friday night with this BMW.

Audi A8 Hybrid Concept 2010

Power like a big V6, fuel economy like a modest four-cylinder unit - Audi presents the Audi A8 Hybrid Concept as a technology concept at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. Its two propulsion units - a 2.0 TFSI and an electric motor - develop a total output of 180 kW (245 hp) of system power and 480 Nm (354.03 lb-ft) of torque. This enables the Audi A8 Hybrid to accelerate in 7.6 seconds from zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) and to achieve a top speed of 235 km/h (146.02 mph). Yet its average fuel consumption amounts to only 6.2 liters (37.94 US mpg) per 100 km - the CO2 equivalent is 144 grams per km (231.75 g/mile).

The technology of the Audi A8 Hybrid Concept

The combustion engine of the Audi A8 Hybrid Concept is the 2.0 TFSI - a high-tech powerplant. This four-cylinder unit, which has been named "Engine of the Year" five times in a row since 2005, is an example of Audis downsizing philosophy. It combines direct fuel injection with turbocharging and the AVS Audi valvelift system, which regulates the valve lift in two stages. In combination with the adjustable intake camshaft, the Audi valvelift system improves cylinder charging and ensures spontaneous and powerful torque build-up. The 2.0 TFSI delivers 155 kW (211 hp) and 350 Nm (258.15 lb-ft); the torque value remains constant from 1,500 to 4,200 rpm.

Car boot sales

Car boot sales

If you want to by a car boot you go to a car boot sale. If you want to buy a car boot sale you go to a car boot sale sale. And if you want to buy a car boot sale sale you are just being silly.

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Naza Kia Forte 2 0 tested

It has often been published that the Koreans are in a - vastly improved - league of their own with their newer generation automobiles for this new decade. Cheap (in relative terms, of course) doesnt mean nasty and low rent anymore. While some may loath at the very sight of a Korean automotive badge, there is no denying that the prime example that you see above has a lot more to offer under its sleeve. Especially in its upgraded form which has been available in our Malaysian market since early this year (2011).

I could still vividly remember how much likeable the Forte 1.6 EX/SX was in 2010 when I reviewed these lesser versions. Even the larger capacity 2.0SX paled quite miserably with its lifeless steering with a bubble-gummy feel just off-centre, being an electric-powered assisted rack. In the meantime, the 4-speed A/T was not geared to appreciably harness the added flexibility of a 2.0L lump.

Fast forward to the 2011 Forte 2.0 - with 6A/T - these bugbears are gone, especially the synthetic-feel steering. In fact, its well weighted and tied down now, though a tad "artificially coloured" it may seem but heck, its a vast improvement. It even hints you of that "Zoom Zoom" feedback or that premium "The Power of Dreams" feel.

At highway speed, tracking corners seem more brilliant with the suspension just nicely damped with incisive suspension rebound i.e. taut body control. No wallow, no pitching. Acceptable body roll should you gun it into bends. High speed stability around its tested Vmax of 200km/h was lets say, comforting, cosseting and confident. Wind noise and road noise level remained impressive for its class at that lofty velocity as well.

Tractability going about in town or suburb traffic is much improved with the new 6-speeder while the implanted rear-view camera display proved more than just a gimmick. Though the display image was a wee bit constrained by the height of the central rear-view mirror dimension, it worked perfectly well for all the reversed parking I managed to execute.

However, all isnt rosy from this Korean camp C-segment offspring. For one, I fail to understand why there is the lack of external boot release handle/rubber-strip switch at the rear - usually recessed in the rear number plate upper frame/garnish. You simply must press the button on the remote fob, how so inconvenient for a key/fob-less entry enabled car! Or you must tug the boot release lever on the floor carpet below and to the right of the drivers seat. The other sore (eye) point is why their generic-looking engine cover(s) do not seem to greet you "Annyeonghaseyo" as friendly the others say "Konichiwa" or "Guten Tag", just to name a couple of established examples.

I do have to apologise for not observing its fuel economy (trip computer was displaying 12.0l to 13.0l/100km mostly!). In the new Forte 2.0, most of the time I was having fun stretching its legs on almost every trip out in this "budget" 2.0-litre sedan, which is convincingly far from looking, feeling or driving budget-y in nature.

Dannii Minogue likes motorcycles

2012 Hummer H4 – REVIEW

2012 Hummer H4 – REVIEW

2012 Hummer H4

2012 Hummer H4: 2012 Hummer H4 is the latest Version of 2012 Hummer. 2012 Hummer H4 which consume gasoline surging toward $4 per gallon and massive SUVs. The 2012 Hummer H4 is falling especially out of favor; 2012 Hummer H4 would seem that GMs Hummer division would be entering the autumn of its years.

The 2012 Hummer H4 is building hugeness less of a calling card a progression that started with the finish of the H1. The 2012 Hummer H4 gives you the best ride of the off-road adventure. Which the 2012 Hummer H4 had their best. The HX gives us a good look at the upcoming 2012 Hummer H4, and if that latest 2012 Hummer H4 entry has all the off-road gear of the show car, itll be a strong addition to the lineup.

The HX sports full-time four-wheel drive with locking front and rear differentials, 35-inch tires, a 3.6-liter direct-injected V-6, and an electronically disconnectable front antiroll bar in this 2012 Hummer H4. A famous auto site mentioned that the 2012 Hummer H4 will be produced in China in the near future