41 Nominees of Car of the Year 2011 By L’Automobile in France

Posted on September 18, 2010 by Admin

41 Nominees of Car of the Year 2011 By L’Automobile in France

Here are the 41 nominees of Car of the Year 2011:
-Alfa Romeo (Giulietta)
-Audi (A1, A7, A8)
-BMW (5 Series, X3)
-Chevrolet (Spark)
-Citroen (C3/DS3, C4< Dancia Duster)
-Fiat (Doblo)
-Ford (C-Max/Grand Max)
-Honda (CR-Z)
-Hyundai (ix20, ix35)
-Jaguar (XJ)
-Jeep (Grand Cherokee)
-Kia (Sportage, Venga)
-Lexus (CT200h)
-Mazda (5)
-Mercedes-Benz (CLS)
-Mini (Countryman)
-Mitsubishi (ASX, i-MiEV/Peugeot iOn, Citoren C-Zero))
-Nissan (Juke, Leaf, Micra)
-Opel (Meriva)
-Peugeot (RCZ)
-Porsche (Cayenne)
-Renault (Fluensce, Latitude), Wind)
-Saab (9-5), Suzuki (Kizashi, Swift)
-Volkswagen (Passat, Touareg, Sharan/SEAT Alhambra)
-Volvo (S60/V60)

The nominees have already meet one of the requirements which is at lest booked 5,000 sales in Europe.
The car of the Year 2011 would involved 59 judges from 23 countries including Spain, France, Germany, UK, and Italy.
The determination of the winner would be held on France by L’Automobile and the result should be published around the world November 29.

2011 Peugeot 508 To Go On Sale At The Beginning 2011 in Europe

Posted on September 18, 2010 by Admin

2011 Peugeot 508 To Go On Sale At The Beginning 2011 in Europe

The replacement of Peugeot 407 confirmed to come and should start at the beginning of 2011 in Europe.
The car is 2011 Peugeot 508.
2011 Peugeot 508 that would available in diesel and petrol engine come in several types such as the following:
Petrol engines:
- 1.6 THP 150hp/240Nm (6-speed MT)
- 1.6 THP 150hp/240Nm (6-speed AT).
- 1.6 VTi 120hp/160Nm (6-speed MT)

Diesel Engines:
- 2.2 HDI 204hp/450 Nm (6-speed AT)
- 2.0 HDI 163hp/340Nm (6-speed MT)
- 2.0 HDI 140hp/340Nm with overboost 6-speed MT)
- 1.6 HDI 112hp/254Nm (5-speed MT)
- 1.6 E-HDI 112hp/285Nm with overboost (6-speed MT)

2011 Porsche 911 Carera GTS To Hit Europe Starting December 2010

Posted on September 17, 2010 by Admin

2011 Porsche 911 Carera GTS To Hit Europe Starting December 2010

This is a new lineup from Porsche 911, 2011 Carera GTS type coupe and cabriolet.
2011 Porsche 911 Carera GTS that scheduled to hit Europe about December 2010 would come with engine boxer, 6 cylinders 3.8 liter direct injection and gerating 408 PS with max torque 420 Nm at 4.200 rpm with fuel consumption about 10.2 liter per 100 km or 9.8 km/liter.
The sporty car uses RS Spyder black wheel 19 inch with rear tires size 235/35 ZR19 and back tires 305/30 ZR19.
The price projection of 2011 Porsche 911 Carera GTS Coupe is about USD103,100 and Carera GTS Cabriolet is about USD112,900.

2011 Yamaha Star Stryker 1300 With V-Twin 1304cc For USA

Posted on September 16, 2010 by Admin

2011 Yamaha Star Stryker 1300 With V-Twin 1304cc For USA

Here is new weapon of Yamaha pointed to year 2011 which is 2011 New Yamaha Star Stryker 1300.
The bike that powered with engine V-Twin 1304cc has four valves per cylinder sleeve roller, rocker and a single overhead camshaft. Final drive is through a belt. A double-cradle steel tube frame carrying the engine as a stressed member, 41mm forks are raked at 40 °, five-spoke wheels carry 120/70-R21 front and 210/40-R18 tires.
New Yamaha Star Stryker would available in blue and raven black starting from this September in USA with price about USD10,990 or USD11,240 depend on the color.

Official Photo image Original of Hyundai ix20 Mini MPV Europe To Compate With Honda Jazz and Fit

Posted on September 15, 2010 by Admin

Official Photo image Original of Hyundai ix20 Mini MPV Europe To Compate With Honda Jazz and Fit

After several days ago, the sketch of Hyundai ix20 revealed, now there is spreading photo of the Mini MPV.
The new rival of Honda Jazz and Fit is based on KIA Venga and take the design of SUV Hyundai ix35.
However, Hyundai ix20 has its own character on the exterior and interior and also meet the Europe taste.
Hyundai ix20 would available in manual and automatic transmission and packed with engine 1.4 liter (petrol and diesel) and 1.6 liter (petrol).
Hyundai scheduled to introduce this car at Paris Motor Show 2010.

Proton Satria Neo CPS To Launch Indonesia About September 20

Posted on September 13, 2010 by Admin

Proton Satria Neo CPS To Launch Indonesia About September 20

Apart of Proton Satria Neo S2000, Proton reported is going to launch Proton Neo CPS in Indonesia.
The launched date of Proton Neo CPS Indonesia is scheduled about September 20.
Proton Neo CPS woulc come with engine 1.6 liter Campro CPS that capable of generating powere 125 PS at 6,500rpm and 150Nm of torque at 4,500rpm, figures which are up from the standard Campro’s 110hp and 148Nm.
In Malaysia, according to Paultan, Proton Neo CPS price is about
Proton Satria Neo CPS M/T (white) – RM 57,313.00
Proton Satria Neo CPS M/T (black) – RM 57,763.00
Proton Satria Neo CPS A/T (white) – RM 60,313.00
Proton Satria Neo CPS A/T (black) – RM 60,763.00

Proton Satria Neo S2000 1,600 cc To Launch in Indonesia

Posted on September 13, 2010 by Admin

Proton Satria Neo S2000 1,600 cc To Launch in Indonesia

The heating relationship between in Indonesia and Malaysia is not taking an affect to automotive industry specially Proton automaker from Malaysia.
Proton reported to launch Proton Satria Neo S2000 in Indonesia soon.
Proton Satria Neo S2000 would come with engine 1,600 cc Campro CPS automatic and manual transmission.
The automatic transmission cost of this car would about 198 million rupiah while the manual would cost about 188 million rupiah.

2011 Chevy Cruze Sedan with 10 Airbags Launched In Lordstorm Ohio USA

Posted on September 9, 2010 by Admin

2011 Chevy Cruze Sedan with 10 Airbags Launched In Lordstorm Ohio USA

2011 Chevrolet Cruze Sedan was just launched by General Motors (GM) in Lordstorm Ohio USA.
The Chevrolet Cruze targeted to be the new weapon of General Motor across the world.
Chevrolet Cruze Sedan, the lower variant, is equipped with 10 airbag, Track electronic stability control with roll sensors, traction control, ABS, brake pedal systems collapsible and OnStar Automatic Crash Response.
Cruze is a 4-door sedan that comes in LS, LT, LTZ, and fuel-economy-oriented Eco trim levels. LT models are subdivided into 1LT and 2LT. The LS has a 136-horsepower 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine.
The price of 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is starting from USD16.995.

Kawazaki ZX-10R Ninja Race Bike 2011 Prepared For World Superbike Championship

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Admin

Kawazaki ZX-10R Ninja Race Bike 2011 Prepared For World Superbike Championship

Kawasaki reported just unveiled about the bike prepared for World Superbike Championship 2011.
However, the new bike detail specification would just to reveal on te launching date at Cologne Show, 5 October.
The competitor of Yamaha YZF-R1, Honda CBR-1000RR, and also the Suzuki GSX-R 100 predicted to look more aggressive, a completely restyled fairing and exhaust, new chassis and new engine.

New Hyundai i10 Facelift 2011 New To Show at Paris Motor Show 2010

Posted on September 4, 2010 by Admin

2011 New Hyundai i10 Facelift to Company Hyundai ix20 at Paris Motor Show 2010

2011 Hyundai i10 Facelift reported also to show at Paris Motor Show 2010 and company New Hyundai ix20.
The expectation of the New Hyundai i10 Facelift would have a new bumper, refreshed lamps and slightly modified interiors.
The eco-friendly engine emit around 110g/km of CO2 emission and expected to come in Indiana about October.

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