Subaru BRZ, Sexy Sports Car with Boxer Rear-wheel Drive Zenith

Car Auto Online - Subaru BRZ, Sexy Sports Car with Boxer Rear-wheel Drive Zenith - After Toyota leaked specifications of the FT-86 in the internet, Subaru recently issued a release about the BRZ STI Concept, the first Boxer-engined sports car.

The figure of Subaru BRZ (Boxer Zenith Rear-wheel drive) first officially appeared in the Los Angeles Auto Show. The BRZ actually was the result of collaboration with Toyota by name Toyobaru, has got a touch of Subaru Technica International (STI).

Subaru BRZ Design

The touch of STI has created BRZ appearance full of exotic aura, such as stylish hexagonal design of the front grille, eagle-eyed headlights and fin-shaped fog lamp characterized variants of Subaru STI. To support aerodynamic, the front spoiler is made slightly lower and an additional rear wing. The roof is made of carbon fiber material to bring a light weight of the car.

The blue color is the choice as a distinctive identity of Subaru sports car. This color is used as the moment of official announcement of the paint type 'WR Blue Pearl II' as a new generation of iconic blue of Subaru and STI .

Subaru BRZ Engine

A special powertrain of BRZ is made by Subaru as a special equipment for this rear-wheel drive sports car with mode 'FA'. Remaining to use boxer engine, but without the turbo: 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine, with 86x86 mm bore and stroke.

Subaru BRZ Suspensions

STI also sets the suspension of Subaru BRZ, to deliver a good stability. To get an accurate braking performance, Brembo is relied to fill the sector of active safety in all four wheels. 215/45 R18 wheel is used to display a beautiful ‘feet' and suitable traction for the BRZ.

Subaru BRZ, Sexy Sports Car with Boxer Rear-wheel Drive Zenith

VW Golf GTI Cabriolet, First Generation Golf GTI Convertible will Launch Soon in Europe

Car Auto Online - VW Golf GTI Cabriolet, First Generation Golf GTI Convertible will Launch Soon in Europe - 2013 VW Golf GTI Cabriolet will come to European car showrooms in mid-June 2012. The lowest price of New VW Golf GTI Cabriolet is about € 31,350.

Golf GTI Cabriolet is claimed to be the most economical car in the class. The fuel (gasoline) consumption is only 12.98 km/L and CO2 emissions of 180 g / km when using the DSG (direct shift gearbox) transmission.

The 2.0 liter turbo engine is able to release power of 210 hp and 280 Nm of torque, with acceleration from 0 to 100 kph in 7.3 seconds. The top speed of Golf GTI Cabriolet is 235 kph (DSG model). The engine makes VW Golf Cabrio the most powerful Golf GTI.

The soft roof of GTI Cabriolet is driven by electro-hydraulic. The roof could be opened in 9 seconds. You can operate the roof (opening and closing) while the car is running at under 30 km/h.

The first generation Golf GTI was launched about thirty-six years ago. Until now, Volkswagen has sold more than 1.8 million Golf GTI around the world, and the Golf GTI Cabriolet became the first Golf GTI convertible.

VW Golf GTI Cabriolet, First Generation Golf GTI Convertible will Launch Soon in Europe

2013 Kia Cee'd Petrol and Turbodiesel Will Be Launched on June in The UK

Car Auto Online - 2013 Kia Cee'd Petrol and Turbodiesel Will Be Launched on June in The UK - Kia Motors UK will launch 2013 Kia Cee'd on June 1, 2012. The second generation Kia Cee'd will be sold at a price of £ 14,395. 2013 Cee'd that was designed, engineered and manufactured in the Europe, has exterior dimensions 50 mm longer than the first generation Cee'd. While its width and height is reduced 10 mm.

2013 Kia Cee'd comes with 2650 mm wheelbase (the same with previous Cee’d and still the longest in its class) and 0.380 m3 cargo (an increase of 0.04 m3 cargo space). The Cee'd will be available in four engine versions (1.4 and 1.6 liter petrol and turbodiesel). All engines are 4% more efficient than previous models.

1.6 liter petrol engine GDI (Gasoline Direct Injection) powered 133 hp taken from Kia Sportage. This model became the only Cee'd with double transmission developed by Kia Motors Corporation.

While the 1.6 liter manual transmission is equipped with ISG (Intelligent Stop & Go). ISG features significantly reduce CO2 emissions and fuel consumption.

A myriad of safety features of the 2013 Cee'd include Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Vehicle Stability Management (VSM), Hill-start Assist Control (HAC), 6 airbags and Emergency Stop Signalling (ESS) - brake lights will be flashing when the car stopped in an emergency to warn driver of the car behind.

Some 2013 Cee'd variants are equipped with active and static turning lights, a backward camera, Parallel Parking Assist System - automatically steer the car for parallel parking - and Lane Departure Warning System.

2013 Kia Cee'd is also outfitted with electronic parking brake, heated steering wheel, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wider air conditioning vents to give coolness to the foot of the rear passengers, dual-zone air conditioning, and others. Electrically height-adjustable driver's seat and back ancillary (possible to memorize and recall different positions for the driver''s seat).

2013 Cee'd is the first Kia’s car with a 7-year warranty. Kia Pro Cee'd and Cee'd SW will come in the 4th quarter of 2012.

2013 Kia Cee'd Petrol and Turbodiesel Will Be Launched on June in The UK

10 Driving Skills For Life Tips from Ford

Car Auto Online - 10 Driving Skills For Life Tips from Ford - Ford Motor Indonesia (FMI) is back to organize a series of Driving Skills For Life (DSFL) training, which the previous DSFL program was officially launched last year on August 25, managed to certify more than 1,000 participants.

Driving Skills For Life campaign offers a free car driving education and training to the public, teaching practical skills and techniques to a safe and economical fuel driving.

A global program run by Ford Motor Company was introduced in Indonesia with the support of the Department of Transportation and co-operation with the Asia Injury Prevention (AIP) Foundation and Indonesia Defensive Driving Center (IDDC​​).

In this training, the 10 tips from DSFL given to the participants in order to become a safe, friendly and obey traffic rules driver in everyday driving. This training has been adapted to the needs of the environment and driving conditions in Indonesia.

"Traffic safety is a serious problem in Indonesia and is a very relevant issue to our business. Driving Skills for Life is an ideal way for Ford and its partners to work together with Indonesian media in raising the level of road security and safety in Indonesia. " said Will Angove, President Director at Ford Motor Company Indonesia.

Here are 10 Driving Skills For Life Tips from Ford:

1. Always use a safety / seat belt at any time, even when your car is in a parked
2. Adjust the rearview mirror to help increasing visibility, side and rear views
3. Be a defensive driver, driving with a calm, always in alert and ready to face any situation.
4. Keep away from distractions while driving, that can impair driving concentration, (ie: the use of mobile phones, watching TV and smoking)
5. Keep a safe distance with other vehicles. Defensive driver is always to provide space around the vehicle. Do not get too close to the vehicle in front. The more space available, the more time available to react to avoid a collision or a bump
6. Do a shift in an ideal RPM.
7. Use the momentum of vehicle movement to reduce fuel consumption
8. Turn off the engine when the vehicle is stopped (ie: when stopped for more than 10 seconds)
9. Check and adjust tire pressure according to manufacturer's recommendations
10. Reduce loads on the vehicle for fuel-efficient

10 Driving Skills For Life Tips from Ford

2013 Chevrolet Cruze Will Come With DOHC Multi-valve Turbodiesel

Car Auto Online - 2013 Chevrolet Cruze Will Come With DOHC Multi-valve Turbodiesel - 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will be provided with a powerful engine of 2.0-liter DOHC multi-valve turbodiesel. The engine is capable to produce power of 163 hp with 360 Nm of torque.

The new common-rail system of the engine providing a higher pressure. This is the main contributor in increasing the power. Chevrolet also enhances the ability of the ignition system of “glow-plug” and redesigning the cylinder head port. An application of Balancer Shaft able to kill noises and vibration of the engine.

6-speed automatic engine transmission of the 2013 Chevy Cruze is claimed to be complying the standards of Euro-4. The application of Diesel Particulate Filter is intended to support of reducing pollutants into the air.

The Cruze with 1.8-liter engine that fueled with 20% ethanol (E20) will also be offered to the consumers. All the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will come with Bluetooth hands-free and Electronic Power Steering (EPS).

2013 Chevy Cruze will be available in two versions (1.8L LS and 2.0L turbodiesel Cruze LTZ) and three new color options: white, summer sizzle red and switchblade silver for consumers in Thailand.

See also 2012 Chevrolet Cruze Station Wagon

2013 Chevrolet Cruze Will Come With DOHC Multi-valve Turbodiesel

2012 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Arctic Limited Edition

CarAuto Online - 2012 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Arctic Limited Edition - I am sure the offroad enthusiasts have been familiar with the Jeep Wrangler. High performance in all fields and its iconic design has established the existence of the Jeep in the world automotive market. Now, Chrysler Indonesia announced a limited edition version of the Jeep Wrangler Sahara Arctic.

As the name implies, the Jeep Wrangler Sahara Arctic carries designs inspired by the extreme conditions in the Arctic. This limited edition uses Jeep Wrangler Sahara platform with addition of the emblem of the Yeti and various special design accent in some parts of the car, both exterior and interior.

Wrangler Sahara Arctic is equipped with a 3600 cc Pentastar V6 engine with an increased power from 205 hp (predecessor models) to 285 hp and a maximum torque of 350 Nm. With great power and torque, Sahara Arctic has capability to accelarate from 0 to 100 km / h in 8.4 seconds. Four wheels drive and 5-speed automatic transmission with Command Trac NV421 provide low gear transfer case ratio of 2.72:1.

Chrysler equips the Arctic with 17-inch alloy wheels with an application of staining techniques of powder coating to produce a scratch resistant texture. To increase on-road and off-road performance, Jeep Wrangler Sahara Arctic relies on silent armor technology from Goodyear Wrangler.

Rieva Muchsin, Chief Marketing Officer Chrysler Indonesia, explained that the Jeep is launched in a limited edition. For international market (right hand steering), Chrysler provides only 600 units of Jeep Wrangler Sahara Arctic, and 69 units of them for Indonesian market, with 19 units 2-door and 50 units 4-door models.

In Indonesia, Jeep Wrangler Sahara Arctic is sold at a price of Rp790 million (US$87,000; two doors) and Rp850 million (US$94,000; four doors) off the road, and comes in three colors: Bright Silver, Bright White, and Winter Chill, which they are the special colors of the 2012 Jeep Wrangler limited edition.

Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid, Porsche’s Fuel-efficient Racing Car

Car Auto Online - Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid, Porsche’s Fuel-efficient Racing Car - Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid is still in the prototype testing stage. And Porsche reported the testing has a significant progress. The production of 918 Spyder racing car signs the increasing of the presence of powerful fuel-efficient vehicles.

With 4,6 liter V8 internal combustion engine, Porsche 918 Spyder consumes only three liters of fuel per 100 km for producing power of 770 HP. It shows how efficient but powerful of Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid.

918 Spyder has maximum speed of 325 kph, and 150 kph in electric engine mode. And this hybrid racing car is able to accelerate from 0 to 100 kph in 3 seconds.

The production of Porsche’s plug-in hybrid racing car will begin in September 2013. According greencarreports, 918 Spyder Hybrid uses two electric motors to support it’s fuel engine. One electric motor drives the front wheels, while the other at the driveline working on the rear wheels.

918 Spyder Hybrid comes with a carbon fiber mono-shock suspensions to provide a light weight to the vehicle. The concept of 3 liters of 100 km is applied with programming the electric motor as the driving only at a certain distance.

Porsche 918 Spyder will challenge Ferrari hybrid that will soon be introduced.

"What we do with the 918 Spyder Hybrid is a redefinition of a comfortable driving, fuel-efficient and car performance," said Wolfgang Hatz, Porsche R&D boss.

Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid, Porsche’s Fuel-efficient Racing Car

Lotus Evora GTC

Car Auto Online - Lotus Evora GTC - Lotus Racing has showed latest creations of their sports car, which is thr new generation of GT4 Evora Enduro. The British car manufacturer, Lotus, has introduced Evora GTC, a Lotus’s new car model that comes with new technologies and a lighter weight than their previous generation.

The Evora GTC has a very strong appearance of a racing car which has been the main idea of this sports car. The features of Lotus Evora GTC was revealed by Lotus Motorsport Division, that explained the Evora GTC comes with a number of parts using carbon fiber materials.

As reported by carbuzz, the parts that use lightweight materials are on roof, doors and hood. In addition to reduce the car weight, the plexiglass is used on windows. This makes the weight of Evora GTC is 30 kg lighter than Enduro GT4, with weight about 1130 to 1140 kg.

"Though adopting the same machine, GTC Evora is capable to run faster than Enduro GT4. We have succeeded in reducing weight and adding features of ABS (Anti-Lock Brakes) from BOSCH racing and Traction Control," said Senior Group Technician Lotus Motorsport, Louis Kerr.

Kerr also explains that the wheel of Evora GTC has been made ​​wider, so traction becomes more comfortable and more gripping at a cornering road. Not only improving handling and performance of the car, by using wider wheels makes the appearance of Evora GTC more sporty, without reducing aerodynamics performance.

While for the powertrain, Evora GTC is equipped with 4.0 liter V6 engine producing power up to 450 hp and torque of 460 Nm. And the engine is combined with XTRAC, a six-speed transmission system with paddle shifters.

2012 Audi A5, New Audi A5 Coupe will be OTR this month

Car Auto Online - 2012 Audi A5, New Audi A5 Coupe will be OTR this month - GMM as the holder agent of Audi trademark in Indonesia plans to launch the New Audi A5 Coupe this month, May 2012. The New Audi A5 Coupe has undergone a refresher in some parts, which strengthened the character of the model as a premium vehicle.

2012 Audi A5 Coupe will come with new designed front and rear lights with an optional of xenon and LED daytime running lights technology. In addition, a new bumper featuring air hole with a new nice looking grille, and a flat fog lights.

The A5 is equipped with a 3200 cc FSI Quatro engine which is able to produce 196 KW of power at 6500 rpm with torque of 330 kW at 3,000 to 5,000 rpm. While the top speed of this two-door vehicle is 250 kph, with 0-100 kph acceleration in 6.4 seconds.

While the price of 2012 Audi A5 Coupe that will be released by PT Garuda Mataram Motor this month, is not confirmed yet. For comparison, PT GMM sold previous generations of A5 with a price of Rp1, 45 billion (US$ 161.000). PT GMM will launch the New Audi A5 Coupe next week at Central Business Kuningan, Jakarta.