Yamaha YZR M1 2008

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Yamaha vixion 2008

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Renault Alpine could be based off Nissan 370Z

We've been following the developments of Renault's revival of the Alpine marque since earlier this year, and its been confirmed that the first of several new models will debut sometime in 2010. From the beginning, Renault made it clear that Alpine would benefit from dedicated models, rather than rebadged or re-engineered Renaults. Earlier reports suggested something mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive and similar in size to the Mazda Miata or last-generation Toyota MR2, but a new report suggests that Nissan might be tapped to provide a platform and drivetrain.

The director of Renaultsport supposedly sat down with CarTribe to discuss the future of the automaker's high-performance offerings and when asked if a new Alpine model could be based off the Nissan GT-R, he denied it, instead hinting at the use of Nissan's FM platform that underpins the G37 coupe, G35 sedan and upcoming Nissan 370Z. The new model could be more geared towards track duty, with a serious diet and some tweaks to the drivetrain.

While the revival of Alpine is primarily a way for Renault to capitalize on its participation in F1, a Nissan-based model would all but negate such an effort. Then again, with 60 new models expected to come from Renault and Nissan in the next four years, the automaker will use any platform it can get its hands on to expand its lineup

Richard Parry-Jones: 180 MPG hatch by 2050

Richard Parry-Jones, who at one time acted as Ford's global Chief Technical Officer, believes that it is entirely possible for automakers to reach 180 miles per gallon by the year 2050 with nothing more than the technology available today. Along with that low fuel consumption comes low carbon emissions -- just 40 grams per kilometer -- well below the strictest standards today. Sound unbelievable? Get this: Parry-Jones suggests getting there by doing nothing more than just leaving the automakers alone. Basically, Ford's former CTO says that current market conditions will sort everything out and the governments should allow the automakers to pick and choose what technologies are the most promising. In the meantime, Parry-Jones suggests not burdening the industry with crippling standards, which, he argues, is a short-sighted, knee-jerk reaction to climate change

One strange way to get rid of your Range Rover

People are always trying to find a way to achieve some fame and here we found quite a strange way to become “famous”. Ryan Mickle, just a normal guy from the USA, bought in 2006 a Range Rover Sport for just $60,000, not for daily use but for trips. Now he decided that it is more important to be environment oriented and so he wants to destroy the car. He even opened a dedicated website, “OneFewer” where he makes a lot of buzz and people can actually choose what should happen to his car.

But surely he is not just interested in only keeping a cleaner environment, there are really many ways to get rid of car without making so much noise. In the end, wouldn’t he do much more damage to the environment if he went to “violent” measures like burning the Rover or dumping it in to ocean?

Surprise! Millionaires can still afford Lambos, profits rise

It seems that well-to-do individuals who grew up staring at Countach posters on their bedroom walls are still finding a way to fulfill their childhood fantasies. Both sales and profits are up at Lamborghini, with most of the increases coming from emerging markets, including the Middle East, China and Hong Kong. Lamborghini CEO Stephan Winkelmann believes that the key to its recent sales successes is its policy of producing fewer vehicles than it believes it can sell, thereby keeping demand high. Winkelmann also noted that costs go down as production goes up, a further boon to increased profitability.

With Lambo's latest Gallardo LP560-4 about to hit its 114 dealerships, the second half of the year is already shaping up quite nicely. Ridiculously expensive options with high profit margins like $19,000 carbon-ceramic brakes are sure to help the bottom line too.

HUMMER has bidders, next Saab to be built in N.A.

General Motors CEO, Rick Wagoner, mentioned in passing that several parties have expressed interest in purchasing HUMMER and that GM is moving as quickly as possible to seal the deal. "We have some interested buyers," Wagoner told reports while attending the opening of a new GM engineering and development center.

The sale of HUMMER would help fund GM's attempt to boost liquidity to the tune of $15 billion by the end of 2009. Other brands could be cut or paired down, but Wagoner insists that Saab will continue to soldier on. "Saab is a critical part of our European portfolio and has the potential to be quite a good moneymaker for us." He went on to say that the next Saab will be built in North America, although it wasn't divulged what model would be produced or where.

[Source: Reuters]

Kia Soul coming to U.S. in April 2009

In April of 2009, the Scion xB will finally get some stiff competition from Kia in the form of the Soul. As reported previously, the new model will debut at the Paris Motor Show in October, measuring 161 inches long, 70 inches wide and 63 inches tall. According to Automotive News, the Soul will be packing either a 1.6- or 2.0-liter gasoline engine powering the front wheels when it arrives in the States, while European consumers get a choice of a 1.6-liter gasoline or diesel engine.

In addition to aping the xB's boxy shape, Kia will be offering a similar line of customization parts to make each Soul unique, so expect a variety of accessories, options and color combinations inspired by the Soul Burner, Diva and Searcher concepts that debuted in Geneva. Pricing has yet to be announced, but if Kia expects to compete with Scion, the Soul won't be knocking on the $20k ceiling.

Audi considering mid-engine layout for next-gen TT?

Audi's next-gen TT may be getting a significant re-design, with a mid-engine placement if the swirling speculation around the interwebs is true. Now in its second-generation, the TT sits on Volkswagen's PQ35 platform (shared with the Volkswagen Eos and Tiguan) meaning customers are offered a front-engine chassis with a front- or all-wheel drive powertrain. When stacked against the front-engine BMW Z4 and mid-engine Porsche Boxster/Cayman, the current Audi TT holds its own... but that isn't keeping Ingolstadt engineers content. They realize that if they switch to a mid-engine design, like the one found on the amazing Audi R8, balance and handling will improve. Plus, Audi's quattro all-wheel drive system can be tailored with even more rearward torque bias. The third-gen TT, however, isn't set to debut until 2013. With Porsche moving closer to purchasing Volkswagen, a long lead may work to Audi's advantage as they'll have to convince the automaker from Stuttgart that a mid-engine TT won't chew into Boxster/Cayman sales.

Tata Nano to get diesel power

Tata's diminutive Nano will soon be hitting the market with a standard 30-horsepower, 624cc gas engine mated to a four-speed manual transmission. While that may seem a bit small and underpowered, those looking to spend just $2,500 on a brand new car aren't likely to complain. Plus, the combo is good for 54 US miles per gallon, quite the achievement, we'd say. When it was first introduced, Chairman Ratan Tata indicated that a diesel engine was likely soon after launch, and it seems he wasn't kidding around. Displacing 800 cubic centimeters and equipped with common-rail fuel injection along with a turbocharger, the planned twin cylinder diesel engine has been jointly developed by German powertrain specialists FEV, Bosch and Honeywell. So far, no pricing, horsepower or fuel mileage statistics have been released, but the oil-burner is sure to improve fuel mileage even further and will likely add a bit to the cost of the World's cheapest car

Camaro painted with remote control cars

The British are good for all sorts of car-centric goodness. When they're not busy building zippy little monsters remarkably ill-suited to their weather, they're... making art. English artist Ian Cook took a few remote controlled cars, drove them through paint, and then used them to paint a Camaro.

Called "Popbang Color" and on display now at the British International Motor Show, Ian even used GM RC cars to create the paintings. Next up will be a live demonstration of him painting a Chevrolet Lacetti World Touring Car, which requires, says Ian, "skill with the remote control cars."

F1 teams debating introduction of KERS for 2009

Following two incidents in two weeks, it looks like the ballyhooed KERS hybrid system might not make it onto Formula 1 cars for 2009 -- at least, not the first races. Teams have begun to talk about how much difficulty they're having in building a safe system. KERS not only needs to work when the car is racing around the track, it also needs to be engineered properly in the event of a 300-kph accident.

In addition to Red Bull's smoke and fumes and BMW's bolt from the blue, Mark Weber said that teams are struggling to deal with the chemicals in the batteries. Supposedly, the stuff that runs off a blown up KERS battery is poisonous arsenic. Toyota's head of engine development said all the teams are having trouble, and Williams Driver Nico Rosberg appeared to doubt whether his team would have it ready by the first race of '09. The teams have scheduled to discuss the matter at their next Technical Working Group meeting. As for us, we can live with or without KERS

Schumacher fine-tunes the Ferrari California

Michael Schumacher may have departed the Formula One grid, but he has most definitely not left Ferrari. The seven-time world champion, widely credited with building Ferrari into the power house it is today, still comes around the paddock at various tracks around the world to give the Prancing Horse's latest creations – whether racing cars or road vehicles – a healthy dose of Schuey-trademarked punishment.

After having been intimately involved with the development of the 430 Scuderia – proclaimed as the fastest road-going Ferrari ever to lap the company's private circuit – Schumacher returned to Fiorano to give his input on Maranello's newest offering, the California. And while his opinion is hardly impartial, he certainly knows what he's talking about and his impressions were glowing. Speaking to the conference of Ferrari dealers assembled at the factory, Schumacher proclaimed that "the Ferrari California is very much a Grand Tourer in terms of its usability and high level of interior comfort, it is still surprisingly sporty and fun to drive under any kind of conditions." You could try arguing with him, but you'd probably end up losing – like most of the drivers that have ever tried to go wheel-to-wheel with the most decorated driver in history




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Michael Schumacher completes development testing on Ferrari California

Maranello 23rd July 2008 - Michael Schumacher is currently completing the track and road development stages of the Ferrari California, the new 8-cylinder model due to be officially unveiled at the Paris International Motor Show on October 2nd this year.

The seven times Formula 1 world champion has been involved in the development of the latest Prancing Horse road car since its inception and has worked with Ferrari's team of engineers, technicians and test-drivers on honing the car in general, but more specifically on optimising its performance parameters.

"I have to say that, as with the 430 Scuderia, participating in the project since the very beginning has been really fascinating and great fun," commented Schumacher at the end of a test session at the Fiorano circuit. "Although the cars are very different, they both offer absolutely unique driving pleasure because of the inherently sporty character of all of the cars that come out of Maranello. The 430 Scuderia is, of course, a more extreme model with a focus on absolutely cutting-edge performance. However, although the Ferrari California is very much a Grand Tourer in terms of its usability and high level of interior comfort, it is still surprisingly sporty and fun to drive under any kind of conditions."

Schumacher also recently addressed the Ferrari dealer convention in Maranello and explained the differences between the two 8-cylinders: "They were designed to meet different requirements: the 430 Scuderia is aimed at drivers who want the very essence of a Ferrari and will get it out on the track as often as they can. The Ferrari California, on the other hand, is designed for everyday use and for weekends away whilst still guaranteeing all of the emotional impact that only an authentic Ferrari can deliver."

Michael Schumacher's contribution to the development of the Ferrari California has resulted in a car that delivers extraordinary performance: it can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in under 4 seconds, delivering superb driving pleasure whilst still being exceptionally comfortable and versatile.

Nissan GT-R convertible

The Nissan GT-R is a fire-breathing monster, both on the track and on the canyon roads of Southern California. It's been the biggest buzz vehicle of 2008 and could be the most impressive sports car in the history of Nissan. The GT-R is a media star that attracts attention everywhere it goes not on looks, but on the potential to send concrete crying to its mama. Why, then, would there ever be a reason for Nissan to issue a drop-top version of Godzilla? Convertibles add weight and reduce structural rigidity, which doesn't exactly help the GT-R hold up its standing as the king of the 'Ring.

No worries, though. The photo above is nothing more than a reasonably well done photo-chop that shows what the GT-R might look like as a cabrio. Now that we've seen it, we have one word to describe what Nissan executives should say if asked to remove the GT-R's fixed roof: No. Seriously, the GT-R is a functional beast that utilizes automotive science to defy the laws of gravity to beat lighter, more powerful vehicles. And Nissan will likely never satisfy demand for the rarefied coupe. Again, no.

Tata Nano may be branded a Fiat in overseas markets

Fiat and Tata already have a joint venture to distribute commercial vehicles. If they can do the big stuff, why not the little stuff? Tata and Fiat are looking at an agreement to sell the Tata Nano outside of India in markets where Fiat has a strong presence.

If the deal goes through, and once the car is upgraded to meet Western standards, Tata can take advantage of the Fiat name, marketing, and dealer network. Fiat would probably have a big seller on its hands -- and a slice of every one -- since the car is still expected to maintain a healthy price advantage even after it gets beefed up.

The Tata, however, is not expected to come to the U.S. as a Fiat. Ratan Tata said, ""We have held talks about the Nano being marketed in markets where Fiat has already a strong presence." Frankly, America isn't one of those places yet. With Tata making such a big splash over here with Jaguar, they probably wouldn't need Fiat to help the brand. Still, the thought of a Fiat 500 and a Nano snuggling in the corner of a dealership would be too cute to miss.

EU grants Porsche permission to purchase VW

Porsche is one step closer to its goal of purchasing Volkswagen. Back in April of last year, the German automaker passed the 30-percent mark, forcing it to make an outright offer for The Volkswagen Group in its entirety, which it did. Not too many VW shareholders sold their stake to Porsche, as the bid was for the bare minimum amount allowed by law. Still, the legal requirement had been met, allowing Porsche to continue gobbling up the automaker according to its own timetable. Earlier this year, the VeeDub board approved a request by Porsche to obtain 51-percent of the company for some $15.73 billion, which would give it a majority stake. Before the house that Ferdinand built could complete its acquisition, the European Commission required it to make one last purchase, which took place in June of this year. Finally, the EU has granted its permission for the buyout.

This story is likely far from over, as the German State of Lower Saxony still claims a 20-percent stake in Volkswagen, which gives it certain rights to block decisions made by VW's new parents. Still, it seems that its only a matter of time before VW and Porsche are united under a different Ferdinand... Piech that is, grandson to Mr. Porsche himself.

Batman Motor- BAT Pod

You May think That the Batman motor was made from special materials that finished millions dollar. Bat Pod the motor that was driven by Batman Motor in the 'Dark Knight' film evidently was made from available junk things in the house garage the director. To make dummy Bat Pod the director Chris Nolan was accompanied designer Nathan Crowley only gathered things that were not used in his house garage and united him. The two of them then did not know how that was true to make an appropriate motor be driven. Although having several things that must be bought, Chris only bought him in the material shop the house. So creative him, the director was not shy to steal the tyre that was installed in BatMobile to be installed to this motor. it is from popularmechanic.com after dummy him succeeded in being and resembling a motor, various hindrances then emerged. One of them, how made this motor could the road and could be steered. The Batman costume that outflanked then became the other hindrance. However owing to the hard work of the team,  here are photos of BAt Pot

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303 hp Porsche Cayman S Sport

The Cartribe crew is living up their reputation as the newest embargo breakers in the biz, with a follow up to their original story that the Porsche Cayman is getting a serious Sport injection ahead of the new model's debut next year.

The Porsche Cayman S Sport is packing 303 hp, up from 295 hp, and will come equipped with Porsche's Active Stability Management system, a 10mm suspension drop, blacked-out wheels and a two-tone paint scheme aping the 911 GT3.

Pricing is rumored to be set at £49,890 and expect more details to be revealed shortly.

Insignia will come to U.S. as a Saturn, with new sheetmetal, interior

Despite repeated rumblings from industry sources (including Lutz himself) that the Opel Insignia's transformation into a Saturn model was on hold, Bob Lutz now indicates that work is indeed proceeding on making that model ready for the American market. Changes are going to be made to both the interior and the exterior of the Insignia as it morphs into the Aura. Lutz also indicates that the two Epsilon II-based cars will share suspension bits and powertrains, though we are not sure just how many of the six available gas and diesel engines in the Euro-only Opel will make their way Stateside. Also debatable is the Insignia's Haldex all-wheel-drive system that will be offered across the pond. Whatever the case, we hope that the car doesn't see too many changes as it's an extremely attractive and compelling package as it currently sits. Bring it.

Toyota sells more cars worldwide in first half than GM

The seesaw battle between GM and Toyota for the title of world's largest automaker is still being waged, and after tallying up global sales for the first half of the year, Toyota has opened up a pretty big lead. The Japanese automaker totaled 4.82m units told, with GM trailing with sales of 4.54m cars and trucks. While Toyota's sales are impressive, they're still off the pace of the 9.85m units the automaker expects to sell throughout 2008. The US and Japan have been the source of Toyota's pain this year, as both markets are in a downturn. In spite of record sales in Asia, Latin America, and Europe, GM had a 3% sales decline in the first half of the year. The entire problem rests solely with the General's performance at home, where sales are down a staggering 16% for the year. The news isn't expected to get much better in the States, as last month was the worst June in 17 years, and sales don't look any more promising in July.

While both GM and Toyota have been shrugging off talk of global sales battles, we're inclined to believe selling the most vehicles on the planet is important to both automakers. And since GM has held the sales lead for 77 years, the Detroit automaker won't feel good if it loses its title. Down nearly 300k units through June, though, it'd almost take a miracle for the General to come out on top in 2008.

2011 Ford Focus

When we see things like this, we feel like Bruce Banner... having to contain our anger... at not getting... the Euro Focus. But hopefully tomorrow our fortunes will change, and if they do, here' s a look at the Focus we could get in 2011.

We were happy enough about the second-gen Focus, and this is even better. With a massive front maw, revised panels throughout, and a well executed sportback rear, the Focus Mk. 3 is, as the English would say, a bit of all right. The highlight show continues inside with better materials and an HMI-like control system. The UK will get the car later this year.

Although this Focus isn't slated (yet) for an RS version, it will put on an ST badge and mods at some point, and will come in three-, four-, and five-door variants, plus a wagon and a convertible. And if you're in Spain, you'll get a special edition diesel Focus WRC-S, with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder pumping 134 bhp. Each one of 666 samples will be signed by Ford WRC driver Marcus Gronholm. Prices have not been announced for any of the new Focus models.

More details on VW's design renaissance

It seems Volkswagen has breathed a collective "Oops!", and is now working to turn its design ship around. VW was known for neat, differentiated designs with great interior details. While this stayed true in some parts of the world, in the U.S., Volkswagen design turned into chrome shield grilles fronting identical bodies in various sizes.

When Martin Winterkorn was lured back from academia, "he looked at Volkswagen's upcoming designs and binned the lot." Audi's design chief was brought in. VW started over on the Golf, which will be coming out later this year. The Polo redesign was taken up again from scratch. The Up! "was not fully thought through as a concept," and is getting a workover.

VW's new language is said to be about "simplicity," "a confident identity," "crisply-detailed functionality," and cars that aren't "over-designed." The chrome shield is gone (thank goodness) and headlights that wrap around to the front wheel arches have also been sent packing, "because that's not what a headlight is for."

World's first electric sportscar - 23 July 08

The United Kingdom has launched an electric sports car, in an effort to give eco-cars an image boost.

The key to popularising electric cars is to make them more desirable, simply being environmentally friendly is not enough for most people to buy the product.

Electric cars, are often pictured small, impractical, and sometimes even ugly vehicles.

However, a company in the UK has unveiled "Lightning" an electric sports car - claiming to revolutionise the industry with its looks and technology.

2010 Camaro one step ahead

2010 Camaro one step ahead
Doug Houlihan, GM 'chief engineer of S for the total vehicles rear-wheel-drive (architecture under Camaro, Pontiac G8 and all which blowsy, substance of big-V8 Holden of Australia, where the platform starts), coughed it high right: Camaro soluble solids ran N�rburgring in the 8:20.

A fast sweeping of a quite founded list (it seems certainly quite founded, at all events) times of covering of N�rburgring at supercars.net shows that the cars announcing a time of covering of 8:20 include the E36-generation BMW m3 in 1999, Porsche 911 GT3 (generation 993) in per conduit by same year 'ace Walter Roehrl of ring and substance like Audi RS6 in 2001. For a little additional prospect this time for covering of 8:20, the GM was recently praised that to come '09 Corvette ZR1 did it in the 7:26.4.

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Houlihan also indicated that all Camaros - V8 or V6 - will comprise the best GM of control system of stability of StabiliTrak can offer; the soluble solids appreciates primarily the software of the Corvette 'of the splendid active transport system of S which we insist remainder the standard of the world in the order directed towards the performance of stability. The ordering of stability of Camaro soluble solids will have a mode of way, a procedure and an arrangement which entirely decontaminates the stability and the ordering of traction. The stability/ordering of traction for all Camaros can be entirely handicapped, but Camaro SSs with the handbook six-speed also obtain a control device of launching.

Houlihan also known as coefficients of Camaro the 2010 'of S of dredger is a OK, but 0.35 ordinary for the soluble solids and 0.36 for the models of LS/LT V6. ED Welburn, GM 'vice-president of S of global design, has tells him 's hard to obtain air numbers superb-slipping for cars with the grills of great width and inserted headlights - conceive the selections Welburn and its naming team insisted above, obviously, to deliver on r�tros promises of Camaro the 2010 'of S.

We pleurnich� the package of aspect of RS which adds the discharge to high intensity, ring of halation headlights, lamps of tail single, a spoiler postpones and the wheels of 20 inches makes it almost impossible to distinguish a Camaro V8-packing from a V6 work. There but for those of you who can locate the difference in inch, Houlihan indicates 'gift of S one: the ends of exhaust for Camaro soluble solids, which is V8 only, are 96mm (3.7 inches) of diameter. But LT Camaros (V6 liter of standard 3.6) - even with the package of RS - have ends of exhaust which are right 3 inches diameter.

What this means with you: The number of N�rburgring proves even if him 'sA not very heavy, Camaro soluble solids can function with a certain enough exclusive company. And with 300 powers in horses, the doesn of Camaro V6 't gain exactly car of secretary stereotype, one or the other. - Bill Visnic, elder writer, Edmunds AutoObserver

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Knight rider Presented video and photo

Knight Rider
If you were a child of the Eighties, or are right a ventilator of very-late-night of television via cable, then you the 'VE Michael most probably considering adouber (played by a pre-Baywatch David Hasselhoff) and its talkative associate supercar, KITT (industries of knight two thousand), fight with bad lots on the rider of knight of exposure of action-ventures small-screen.

With the first glance, KITT seemed to be a transport 1982 sportsman of Pontiac AM, expenses in addition to assembly line. But thanks to small Hollywood razzle-shines, the car transformed into practically indestructible machine-had with the advanced artificial intelligence with which allowed him to accept orders of ordering of voice, to act one on the other Hoff and to make decisions only. In fact, the car 's AI were thus advanced that KITT formed a kind of personality, quiest-EC-which made like car to the automatic million experts in a manner Batmobile could never not be. But when the exposure was buried in 1986, was thus KITT.

Last week, NBC revealed a KITT all-nine and discussed, which is placed at star in film of rider of the knight make-for-TV in February. Based on the mustang still-with-being-released Shelby GT500KR from Ford (click on here for the video engine-revving), this virtual has piqu� comes deceived outside with a giant computer which can notch any system almost; a very able system of weapons; and body-thanks with nanotechnology-that 's able form-shift and color of change to the will. Like its predecessor, 21st century KITT obtains the AI of the numerical magicians of effects which makes him a associate ideal crime-fighting: logic, precis and infinitely smart.

The originator Harald Belker, who created Batmobile for Batman and Robin and a space shuttle next-GEN for Armageddon, came on board to give the new KITT. a single glance. But was to return him to it more aggressive glance without being hokey or, indicator Belker indicates. The maintenance of as much of the original beauty of Shelby as possible was important-and not simply because of the connection of Ford. It had to however be simple credible as a superhero. Once its vision was placed, Belker turned to Ted Moser of warehouse of car of image to make its diagrams come to the life. But there was a large obstacle: The doesn of GT500KR 't exists technically completely still. Ainsi we had to finish them, of design initially Moser known as. Alors we brought a manufacturer of pedestal bridge bearing to create the side skirts and spoilers out it wood, to smooth them outside, and sent their to a glass fibre store to make moulds. Once the parts are made of these moulds, we finish them and attach them to the car.

One of the fresher devices of mustang KITT east air-assemble the suspension, which makes it possible its driver to lower the car 'the size of turn of S when the vehicle morphs of the hero to tackle the mode. When it goes on the offensive, it obtains opera hat with, of the ground Moser laughs under cape. Very aggressive, indeed. There will be three models used in stripping: Hero (primarily of actions GT500KR); Attacks (the model tricked-out); and remote-control (functioned via RC, obviously). All the �transformation � will be made by the animation of cgi as in the transformers that, of film Moser admits. (Click on here for the clandestine numerical sorcery of this flick of spectacular of summer 'of S.)

For all you resistant of transport AM, droolers of mustang and heinous of Hasselhoff, here 's the very first glance with all the Sp�c news. of gee-whiz of KITT 'of S and functionality, matched until the original to determine what better is equipped for Hollywood crime-fighting.

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CHEVROLET MALIBU HYBRID

CHEVROLET MALIBU HYBRID Spec And Photos

Base price: $24,545.00
Tax credit: 1,300.00
Adjusted MSRP: $23,245.00
Premium over regular version: $1,410.00
MPG: 24/32 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 27
Annual gas cost (15,000 miles, $4.20 per gallon): $2,333.33
Annual gas savings: $186.67
Years to pay back: 7.6
EPA pollution rating: N/A
Compared to: 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT
Base price: $21,835.00
MPG: 22/30 (city/hwy)
Combined MPG: 25
Verdict: The Malibu Hybrid gives little in terms of real hybrid value, but counters that with a competitive price. Hold on tight for the Two-Mode

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Jaguar 1 step ahead with new design

  Jaguar 1 step ahead with new design.The all-new 2009 XF.
During 30 years, the design of jaguar was mired in which Aaron Bragman, an automatic analyst for Global Insight de Troy, of Mich., calls of English model of living room - as inside, preserving trucks and sport scars accentuated with wood and leather traditional. The average purchaser of jaguar was almost 60 years old, and they were most of the time loyal supporters that 'd had the front cars.

The stodginess was somewhat comprehensible, since during much of years the directors in Ford Motor had a crowd of other problems to approach. Jaguar 1 step ahead with new design

After the payment of $2.5 billion the fabulous British car manufacturer in 1989, their first task was to fix the terrifying quality of the cars. There were also thousands of excessive workmen, factories ancient, and out-of-date and expensive methods of production.

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Hand made Car

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I spend my first hour with Tim transpiercing on the machine of planing. A large timber chock of construction of ash must pass by three times because the machine at the same time removes only one certain quantity of wood. Car from wood.It is work and noisy reiterated. Wood itself is of Lincolnshire, but the plywood of Latvia east employed for parts such as vaults of wheel.

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Logan promises more style A refreshed Logan

Renault-had Dacia regenerated Logan, and Mahindra-Renault is placed to offer the same thing too to the Indian customers. While mechanically there was no dry blow with the car, time and the effort was devoted on revitalizing the visual aspect of the car, and the interiors.

The face uses now larger, more angular headlights, and has a large chromium bar placed on the grill, which will call upon the Indian customers, who equalize chromium with expensive. A smooth stop integrated the profile, and borders it carbon imitation for the lamps of fog (on the cars haut-Sp�c.) also add a expensive feeling. The lights of tail remain primarily unchanged.

On the interior, the instrument panel now borrowed from the trap door of Sandero, makes at the interiors a more pleasant place to be inside. One can immediately detect association with the design first, but it is rounder, smoothing tool and less angular. Moreover larger mirrors have the means the promise of a better back visibility, and a safety belt of three points for the average passenger in the back line is very useful.Logan Photo

Regenerated Logan will not come to India before 2009 because the version of control on the right must be machin�e still. A raising of prices for the new model can be envisaged, more especially as Mahindra-Renault is under presses with one euro in rise. 40 percent of Logan are still imported and if Mahindra-Renault is to maintain the accessibility of Logan, its USP indeed, it will have to be based on greater volumes to control the costs.

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Auto car Book

Headlines:
8 Anniversary Special Edition


Judul Autocar Juni 2008
No. ISBN -
Penulis Autocar
Penerbit Media Talenta Utama, PT
Tanggal terbit Juni - 2008
Jumlah Halaman -
Berat Buku -
Jenis Cover Soft Cover
Dimensi(L x P) -
Kategori Otomotif
Bonus Pulpen & Booklet Wigi
Text Bahasa Indonesia
+ Plus!: New Alphard, New Teana, Audi Q5
+ Parade Serba Delapan: Komparasi Terpanas, Teknologi Pengguncang Dunia, Kiat Hemat BBM, Jurus Jual Untung, Kebiasaan Buruk Pengemudi, Audio Saloon Premium, Motor Pilihan Lokal, Kebijakan Otomotif, Wawancara Eksklusif: Antasari Azhar   

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Auto car

With the coach, day laborer is the day of refuse because building the refuse of the trucks are all which we do - a complaint none of our competitors can make. We apply 100% of our home to the building and to support the best trucks of the class 8 LCF in the businesses - the trucks with industry-principal innovations like the improved ergonomic cabins, integrated orders, and a body-frame not exceeded connects.

We have also exclusive agreements to use engines of Cummins and transmissions of Allison, and a network of service spread by all the country quickly expanding which includes concessions of Cummins now. Add management, technology, and the teams of sales the most tested in the businesses, and you will include/understand why the sales of the coach 'trucks of S Xpeditor doubled in two last years. So daily is the day of refuse for you also, coach is exact there with you.

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New Alfa 8C

Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will obtain a successor for the centenary of the company in 2010, and it could be based on Ferrari California if Alfa Romeo can run up against a business of difficult of `with Maranello. New Alfa 8C Photo

The owners of alpha believe that the idea to build a supercar with low volume which the spirit of Mark incarnates and provides of the selections of design for lower models in bottom of the balance - cleared with the half-compartment and the convertible one of the limit-edition 8C - worked spectacularly well.

Engines of Maserati and current speed were used for the original 8C, but Alfa Romeo 'total marketing director of S Sergio Cravero believes that a car based on new Ferrari California would be ideal as a its replacement.

It would be large if Ferrari let to us do it,� Cravero said, �but it is very difficult to convince them.� The 8C project will have broken even, financially speaking, before the 500 spiders currently in construction were delivered.

Alfa Romeo had provided to build only half-compartments, and each of the 500 sold quickly, but the request for an alternative of lower-top was so large that the company curved with the pressure.

Cravero believes that the project 8 C.A. carried out much more identification of mark than a calculation of the costs of publicity campaign of TV by similar amount of money, and is sharp to repeat the process.

The `new 8C' would be an engine car before-and rear-wheel-drive, made again in limited numbers, but no firm decision was still made about its mechanical design or supports. However, the owners of alpha recognize that to take a ready car within two year, a plan will have to emerge very soon.New Alfa 8C Photo

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New Tiger Revolution

Spesification of New Tiger Revolution

Panjang x Lebar x Tinggi: 2.029 x 747 x 1.093 mm
Jarak Sumbu Roda: 1.327 mm
Jarak Terendah ke Tanah: 155 mm
Berat Kosong: 137 kg
Tipe Rangka: Pola Berlian [diamond steel]
Tipe Suspensi Depan: Teleskopik
Tipe Suspensi Belakang type CW: Lengan ayun pegas ganda dengan tabung oil
Tipe Suspensi Belakang type Spoke: Lengan ayun pegas ganda
Ukuran Ban Depan: 2,75 - 18 42P
Ukuran Ban Belakang: 100/90 - 18M/C - 56P
Rem Depan: Cakram hidrolik, dengan piston ganda
Rem Belakang type CW: Cakram hidrolik, dengan piston tunggal
Rem Belakang type CW: Tromol
Kapasitas Tangki Bahan Bakar: 13,2 Liter
Tipe Mesin: 4 Langkah, OHC, pendinginan udara
Diameter X Langkah: 63,5 x 62,2 mm
Volume Silinder: 196,9 cc
Perbandingan Kompresi 9,0 : 1
Daya Maksimum: 16,7 PS / 8.500 RPM
Torsi Maksimum: 1,60 kgf.m / 7.000 RPM
Kapasitas Pelumas: 1,0 liter pada penggantian periodik
Kopling: Manual, Multiplate Wet Clutch
Gigi Transmisi : 6 kecepatan
Pola Pengoperasian Gigi: 1-N-2-3-4-5-6
Starter: Elektrik starter dan kick starter
Aki: 12 V - 7 Ah
Busi: ND x 24 EP - U9 / NGK DP8 EA-9
Sistem Pengapian: AC-CDI, Magneto

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Yamaha Motor Indonesia MIO

Yamaha Mio was the automatic motor-scooter that was produced by Yamaha Motor Indonesia The background of the motorcycle Market in Indonesia was the biggest motorcycle market the number 3 in the world, but the biggest market share was the motor had a capacity of the small machine with the duck model (underbone) the typical South-East Asian character. This not rather beneficial for the producer of the motor, because the trend of the market of the world motorcycle for the motorcycle had a capacity of the small machine was the motor-scooter kind. This reason became the foundation of Yamaha Indonesia to try to popularise the motor-scooter in Indonesia through Yamaha Nouvo during 2003, despite this the success but Nouvo pioneering facilitated Yamaha Mio to gain the success in afterwards the day. The design bodi unlike his predecessor (Nouvo) that was affected the design of the duck model (underbone), Yamaha Mio followed the design bodi the pure motor-scooter. This could be seen from lingkar the small wheel (14 inchi) resulted in the distance that was spacious between two wheel fuses. The Mesin machine full automatic typical the motor-scooter was installed dimotor this,
Spesifikasi
    * Nama Produk  : MIO
    * Tipe Produk  : Automatic
    * Harga Mio Standar  : Rp. 10,560,000 (Maret 2007).
    * Harga Mio Sporty  : Rp. 11,285,000 (Maret 2007).
    * Mesin
          o Tipe Mesin  : 4 langkah, SOHC 2-Klep pendingin udara
          o Diameter x Langkah  : 50.0 x 57.9 mm
          o Volume Silinder  : 113.7 CC
          o Perbandingan Kompresi  : 8.8 : 1
          o Kopling  : Kering, Sentrifugal Otomatis
          o Susunan Silinder  : Tunggal
          o Karburator  : NCV24x1 (Keihin)
          o Sistem Pengapian  : DC-CDI
          o Pelumas  : Wet Sump
          o Kapasitas Oli Mesin  : 0.9 Liter
          o Transmisi  : V-Belt Otomatis
          o Rasio Gigi  : 2.399 - 0.829
          o Caster / Trail  : 26.5 derajat/ 100 mm
          o Sistem Rem Depan  : Hydraulic Single Disc
          o Sistem Rem Belakang  : Drum
    * Chasis
          o Tipe Rangka  : Steel Tube
          o Kapasitas Tangki  : 3,7 Liter
          o Jarak Sumbu Roda  : 1,240 mm
          o Jarak ke Tanah  : 130 mm
          o Tinggi Tempat Duduk  : 745 mm
    * Suspensi / Ban
          o Suspensi Depan  : Teleskopik
          o Suspensi Belakang  : Teleskopik
          o Ukuran Ban Depan  : 70/90-14MC 34P
          o Ukuran Ban Belakang  : 80/90-14MC 34P
          o Sistem Starter  : Kick & Electric
    * Performa (klaim pabrik)
          o Daya Maksimum  : 6.54 Km (8.9 ps) / 8,000 rpm
          o Torsi Maksimum  : 7.84 Nm (0.88 kgf.m) / 7,000 rpm
    * Garansi
          o 3 tahun/ 36.000 Km  : Mesin (sesuai ketentuan)
          o 2 tahun  : kelistrikan (Rotor, Stator, CDI, Ignition Coil, Motor Starter Assy)
          o 6 bulan/ 6.000 Km  : Umum (di luar kelistrikan)
          o SERVIS GRATIS  : 4 kali + 2 kali oli mesin

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Yamaha Mio style

Yamaha Mio was available on the market of motor bike yamaha of Thailand during a few years now but late million model is execution of best and model of the smartest glance still. The flagship of the small range of motor bike of Yamaha should be Nouvo although Yamaha million is not behind distance and is becoming it fast of the most popular bicycles of engine in Thailand.

Although not as large as the model of 115 CC Yamaha Nouvo, Yamaha million has a primarily powerful engine 110cc which is very fast in addition to mark for a small automatic motor bike. Yamaha million has a stage by the design very similar in the face and the form to the popular click of Honda. Like the click, the million has only one small storage capacity under the seat but has a handy hook behind and below the bars of handle to carry a helmet or two or the grocers on your house in manner of the supermarket.

The new model Yamaha million right was recently released and has a simple headlight only formed designed which looks at most impressive and is a stage starting from the design twins currently popular headlight of him the narrowest competitors on the small automatic market of motor cycle, this Honda being click on and air the blade as well as Yamaha Nouvo.

Even as Honda Airblade and click, Yamaha million has tires slightly smaller than Nouvo and the models of vagueness of Honda. The tires of smaller diameter are to prove to be popular nowadays and seem to give right like stringer a turn that the wheels of regular size of the majority of the motor cycles in this bracket.

Yamaha million has the price shown clearly to approximately the baht 43.000 including on costs of road according to which options you choose. The million standard comes with wheels from spoke although the wheels of magnetic are available at a price slightly higher. Yamaha million has perhaps the range on colors available of all the small motor cycles currently on sale with a certain number of optional additional expenses available to adapt your bicycle.
Spec Yamaha Mio Soul


Rp 12,800,000
(Harga On The Road berlaku untuk daerah Jakarta dan sekitarnya)

Mesin
Tipe Mesin 4 langkah, SOHC 2-Klep pendingin udara AIS (Air Induction System) EURO 2 Ready
Diameter x Langkah 50.0 x 57.9 mm
Volume Silinder 113.7 CC
Perbandingan Kompresi 8.8 : 1
Kopling Kering, Sentrifugal Otomatis
Susunan Silinder Tunggal
Karburator NCV24x1 (Keihin)
Sistem Pengapian DC-CDI
Pelumas Wet Sump
Kapasitas Oli Mesin 0.9 Liter
Transmisi V-Belt Otomatis
Rasio Gigi 2.399 - 0.829
Caster / Trail 26.5 derajat/ 100 mm


Rangka
Berat kosong 87 Kg
Tipe rangka Pipa Baja
Kapasitas tangki 3.7 Liter
Jarak sumbu roda 1240 mm
Jarak terendah ke tanah 130 mm
Tinggi Tempat Duduk 745 mm


Suspensi / Ban
Suspensi depan Teleskopik
Suspensi belakang Teleskopik
Ukuran ban depan 70/90 - 14 MC 34 P
Ukuran ban belakang 80/90 - 14 MC 34 P



Performa
Dimensi P x L x T 1820 mm x 675 mm x 1050 mm
Sistem Starter Kick & Electric
Daya maksimum 6,54 km (8,9 ps)@8.000 rpm
Torsi maksimum 7,84 N-m (0,88 kgf.m) @ 7.000 rpm



Sistem Pengereman
Sistem Rem Depan Hydraulic Single Disc
Sistem Rem Belakang Drum


Garansi
3 tahun/ 36.000 Km Mesin (Sesuai ketentuan)
2 tahun Kelistrikan (Rotor, Stator, CDI, Ignition Coil, Motor Starter Assy)
6 bulan/ 6.000 Km Umum (Diluar kelistrikan)
Servis Gratis
4 kali + 2 kali oli mesin

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F1 mechanic gets a big shock from KERS

Next year Formula 1 will see the introduction of KERS -- the Kinetic Energy Recovery System. The system stores the energy from braking and makes it available to the driver in an on-demand burst. Due to the magnificent braking forces in braking an F1 car, the system must be called on to store a sizable amount of electricity.

Red Bull got things buzzing last week when an eruption of smoke and fumes lead to a call to the fire department. Today, BMW test driver Christian Klien did three laps in a car equipped with an early edition of KERS, and came back to the pits. When a mechanic touched the car, he got a shock strong enough to throw him to the ground. The mechanic suffered slight injuries to a hand and a grazed arm, but was otherwise unhurt. BMW halted all testing while it looks into the issue, which could simply be a matter of improper grounding. Or, it could be time to suit pit crews up in rubber gear...

No new MINIs for '08? Manufacturers tapped, dealers sold out

If you were planning on hitting one of the 82 U.S. MINI dealers to get your hands on a fuel-efficient Cooper or Clubman, it looks like you'll need to look at plan B. Skyrocketing fuel prices has lifted demand of the little British icons to the point that, with the except of pre-orders, all 2008 models are pretty much sold out. The MINI's cute looks and thrifty petrol-sipping discipline have made the retro hatch more attractive than ever. Year over year sales increases of 39%, 52%, and 24% from April-June have all but wiped clean the MINI's already tight inventory.

Although sales really picked up in April, the MINI has been on fire all year, as the 26,400 MINIs sold in the first half of 2008 represents a 33.6% increase over the same sales period in 2007. And thanks to the MINI's already tight world-wide demand, the BMW-owned automaker can only up US shipments by 2-3k units for the rest of the year.

Team MINI wants to keep its new-found fortune coming, too, as it plans to increase its dealer count to 95 stores by 2011. The British automaker will also introduce a diesel MINI once it can pass emissions in all 50 states.

Y'all ready for this? Porsche Panamera will start at $127,000

When the Panamera arrives next year, it will come bearing two weighty things: a 4.8-liter 520-hp twin turbo V8, and a $197,000 price tag. Beneath that model -- and price -- will be the normally aspirated V8. And to even get into the Panamera party, you'll need $127,000, which will get you a measly 3.6-liter V6, but that doesn't arrive until 2010.

That turbo motor, run through a seven-speed PDK gearbox, will get up to 186 MPH. However, if you want your power a little more electric, then you'll have to hold off for the 300-hp hybrid model coming in 2011. It will pair the V6 with a 100-hp electric motor. And if all of that isn't enough, Porsche is waiting to see how many folks might request the V10 from the Carrera GT, or Audi's monstrous V12 TDI. Of course, you can expect that kind of power to be a load more Geld.

British Motor Show 2008 preview from MSN Cars

British Motor Show 2008 preview from MSN Cars

Scorpio Yamaha

Scorpio Yamaha Out Fazer 250 in! During the first time seeing Yamaha Scorpio implied the negative question about the motor 220cc this. Did this motor deserve to be made the product flagship Yamaha Indonesia? Seen from tongkronga him that very bore when compared with his competitor. When disandingkan with Honda Tiger Revo, Scorpio was seen not solider. When being pitted with the product kebanggan Kawasaki Indonesia, Ninja 150 easily meng CO Scorpio both in a manner the performance and the appearance. Moreover after the birth “adiknya” V-Ixion that was very innovative Scorpio fate was increasingly unclear. Possibly indeed has become fate for Scorpio to become the Yamaha product of the emptiness filler post pensiu him TZM or RZR. Currently Yamaha in the prediction produces Fazer 250 to replace the “tanggung” Scorpio. The product that will become flagship Yamaha Indonesia this was present with the machine have a capacity 250cc. Tampilan the motor cruiser that was adapted from Yamaha Brazil this was seen so solid especially if was seen from alongside and behind. Appear at first glance resembled Honda CBF the peer's 250 rivals

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D Sport 125cc,Cagiva Mito 125

Cagiva Mito 125
For Indonesians:-D Sport 125cc, was the sport motor was most appropriate for Indonesians. Because besides having the good-looking appearance the measurement as well as his weight were correctly true the pass for the measurement and the street in Indonesia. Generally light Sportbike had the machine capacity between 125cc till 150cc. Trapped this the machine of two might not be still became the main choice because from the aspect of the performance that could be produced generally gas emissions discarded the motor of two not have a capacity was supervised 150cc still slipped away the test emisis euro Ii & III. Pilihanya many, the quality OK, the price made sense Minimally the choice of the minor sport motor had 5 kinds. From the Japanese plain was represented by Honda CBR 125, Kawasaki ZX 150 RR and Yamaha YZ 125R. Whereas the European plain was represented by Aprilia Rs125 and the veteran Cagiva Mito. Berhubung all of it was the original product the manufacturer of the centre (the Japanese country and italy) except ZX 150 RR the quality and their performance were guaranteed pancen oye and free cost down. YZF 125R - 

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2010 Chevy Camaro - Official Details

You've waited long enough, so let's dispense with the pleasantries and get right down to the hard facts.

• Three models - LS, LT, SS
• LS and LT come with 3.6L direct-inject V6 (300 hp/273 lb-ft)
• SS six-speed manual comes with 6.2L LS3 V8 (422 hp/408 lb-ft)
• SS six-speed automatic comes with new 6.2L L99 V8 (400 hp/395 ft-lb) and Active Fuel Management
• 3.6L DI V6 gets 26 mpg highway
• 6.2L V8 with automatic gets 23 mpg highway
• RS appearance package available on LT and SS (includes HID headlamps with integrated halo rings, spoiler, specific taillamps and 20-inch wheels)
• Front and rear independent suspension
• FE2 suspension for LS and LT, sportier FE3 for SS
• Four-wheel disc ABS standard, SS gets four-piston Brembo calipers
• SS model gets adjustable Competitive/Sport mode for stability control and Launch Control on manual models
• Available 18-,19- and 20-inch wheels

You can read Chevy's full press release after the jump and browse the official, full-size image collection in the gallery below. Stay tuned for our post of live coverage from our team on the ground.


PRESS RELEASE

Chevrolet Unveils The 2010 Camaro - A Fun, Efficient Sports Car For The 21st Century

• All-new, world-class sports car
• Fuel-efficient, 3.6L direct-injected V-6 delivers an estimated 26 mpg on the highway
• Range of fuel-saving, six-speed transmissions standard on all models and powertrains
• Powerful SS models equipped with LS3 V-8 (manual transmission) and L99 with Active Fuel Management (automatic transmission)
• Advanced vehicle technology, including Bluetooth connectivity and available HID headlamps with integrated halo rings
• Designed, engineered and built with GM's global development process

DETROIT –Chevrolet introduced the production 2010 Camaro today. It is a heritage-inspired sports car for the 21 st century, combining great looks and performance; advanced technology and surprising efficiency – including 26-mpg estimated highway fuel economy. Sales begin in the first quarter of 2009.

Built on GM's new, global rear-wheel-drive architecture, the Camaro is offered in V-6-powered LS and LT models, as well as the V-8-powered SS. All models and powertrain combinations include fuel-saving six-speed transmissions.

"Camaro delivers all of the things that make Chevrolet such a revered, global brand," said Ed Peper, GM North America vice president, Chevrolet. "It competes with the world's best sports cars and does so with styling, fuel economy and value our competitors simply can't match."

Advanced powertrain technologies, including engines with direct injection and Active Fuel Management, enable a satisfying balance of exhilarating performance and good fuel economy.

"The new Chevrolet Camaro delivers a thoroughly modern, advanced package of performance, comfort and technology," said Peper. "It's a sports car for a new generation of enthusiasts that doesn't forget the heritage that helped make the original a cultural icon . That is no small feat and it took a worldwide commitment to achieve it."

Indeed, the 2010 Camaro exemplifies GM's global development process. The design concept originated in the United States; engineering was directed by GM's global rear-wheel-drive team in Australia; validation was conducted on roads around the world and assembly will take place at GM's award-winning Oshawa facility in Canada.

Product highlights include:

• Sleek styling with contemporary cues and 10 available exterior colors
• LS and LT models offered with an advanced, 3.6L direct-injected V-6 engine with variable valve timing and a choice of six-speed manual or automatic transmissions
• SS model offered with 6.2L V-8 – including fuel-saving Active Fuel Management on automatic-equipped combinations – and a six-speed manual transmission
• Four-wheel independent suspension system, including a 4.5-link rear suspension
• Variable-rate power steering with the rack mounted forward of the front axle for greater driver feel
• Four-wheel disc brake systems standard on all models, including four-piston Brembo calipers on SS models
• Stabilitrak stability control system and traction control standard on all models
• Competitive/Sport modes for the stability system offered on SS models, including launch control on SS models equipped with the six-speed manual transmission
• Family of 18-, 19- and 20-inch wheels
• Detailed interior with heritage-inspired design, excellent attention to detail and available ambient lighting via LED light pipe technology
• Robust body structure and exceptional build quality
• Six standard air bags, including head curtain side-impact air bags and front seat-mounted thorax side air bags
• RS appearance package available on LT and SS, including HID headlamps with integrated halo rings, spoiler, specific taillamps and 20-inch wheels

The new Camaro also has technologies that enhance performance, comfort and convenience, including:

• Bluetooth phone connectivity
• Premium Boston Acoustics audio system
• USB connectivity
• Ultrasonic rear parking assist (late introduction)
• Remote vehicle starting system
• OnStar
• XM Satellite Radio

Additionally, details such as frameless door windows with automatic indexing glass contribute to the overall feeling of quality, substance and technical prowess.

Design details

With a design that is very faithful to the original concept, the 2010 Camaro is a 21 st century sports car that acknowledges its heritage. A long front dash-to-axle and short rear deck give the Camaro classic proportions, while a sleek windshield profile, wheels pushed to the corners and muscular fender forms are modern elements that reinforce its advanced engineering – and give the car a decidedly aggressive stance.

Elements such as a forward-V shape at the front of the car and "gills" in the rear quarter panels are distinctly Camaro cues, as are the broad rear fender "shoulders." Those elements make the new Camaro instantly recognizable, but their execution is smoothly integrated into the contemporary exterior form. A family of large, 18-, 19- and 20-inch wheels also contributes to the Camaro's modern appearance.

"The new Camaro is just that – new," said Ed Welburn, vice president of GM Global Design. "We acknowledge the nameplate's strong heritage in the design, but recognize that keeping this modern sports car relevant meant more than simply honoring a classic car. The line forms, stance and overall execution are consistent with other new Chevrolets."

A well-executed balance of heritage, modern design and attention to detail also characterizes the Camaro's interior. A pair of deeply recessed instrument binnacles that feature round gauges in square housings is a nod to classic Camaros, while an available ambient light package offers advanced LED light pipe technology to give the cabin a distinctive and inviting glow. Cloth upholstery is standard; heated leather-appointed seats are available.

Details such as large, chrome-trimmed controls, low-gloss surfaces and premium fabric or acrylic appliqués convey a richness that is unprecedented in previous Camaro models – and challenge its contemporary competitors. More great detail is evidenced in the available center-console gauge cluster, which takes its cue from a similar option on 1969 Camaros. It displays oil temperature, oil pressure, state-of-battery and transmission fluid temperature, all highlighted with modern LED backlighting.

Powertrains

An advanced, efficient 3.6L direct-injected V-6 with variable valve timing is standard on LS and LT models. Direct injection technology helps the engine deliver more power through increased efficiency, while maintaining fuel economy and lowering emissions. That means less fuel is consumed and lower emissions generated – including a 25-percent drop in cold-start hydrocarbon emissions.

The Camaro's 3.6L engine also employs variable valve timing to optimize performance and fuel economy across the rpm range. It is rated at an estimated 300 horsepower (224 kW) and 273 lb.-ft. of torque (370 Nm). A six-speed manual transmission is standard with the 3.6L engine; a Hydra-Matic 6L50 electronically controlled six-speed automatic, with TAPshift control, is available.

The high-performance Camaro SS is equipped with a powerful 6.2L V-8, with a choice of a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission. Standard, manual transmission-equipped models receive the LS3 engine, estimated at 422 horsepower (315 kW) and 408 lb.-ft. of torque (553 Nm). The LS3 debuted on the 2008 Corvette and uses high-flow cylinder heads based on the Corvette Z06's LS7 engine to enable great low-end torque and high-rpm power. It is paired with a TR6060 six-speed transmission.

A new, L99 V-8 engine is used on automatic transmission-equipped SS models. It is based on the LS3 and carries all of its high-performance design features, but also includes GM's fuel-saving Active Fuel Management feature. It enables the engine to run on only four cylinders during light-load driving conditions, such as highway cruising, to improve fuel economy. The V-8 is estimated at 400 horsepower (299 kW) and 395 lb.-ft. of torque (535 Nm); and it is matched with a Hydra-Matic 6L80 six-speed transmission. This combination delivers an estimated 23 mpg on the highway.

Body structure and chassis

The 2010 Camaro is built on GM's global rear-wheel-drive architecture, with a strong body structure that enhances safety, quietness and handling. World-class build quality and attention to detail are enabled by features including one-piece body side stampings and very precise tolerances between body panels.

Front and rear independent suspensions are mounted to the rigid chassis, including a multi-link strut arrangement in the front with a direct-acting stabilizer bar and a double ball-joint configuration; and a unique, 4.5-link rear suspension that is double-isolated from the chassis for smoother, quieter driving experience.

Camaro offers two suspensions. LS and LT models receive an FE2 (sport) suspension, while the SS receives the FE3 (performance) suspension, including a lower ride height. Each is tuned to match the performance capabilities of their respective powertrains, as are their wheel-and-tire combinations.

A variable-rate rack-and-pinion power steering system mounts the rack forward of the front axle, for more direct action, an enhanced feeling of driver feedback and better weight balance.

Brakes and chassis control

Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS are standard on all models. LS and LT models receive single-piston calipers all around, with mass-reducing aluminum rear calipers. SS models have larger rotors that are acted upon by four-piston, aluminum Brembo calipers at all four corners. They are designed to stand up to the severe use encountered on road-race tracks, delivering excellent feedback and pedal feel, as well as fade-resistant performance during racing.

GM's StabilTrak electronic stability control system is standard and incorporates traction control. The system on SS models includes Competitive/Sport mode that is adjustable for performance driving, such as on a racetrack; it also includes a Launch Control feature on SS models with the manual transmission. It enables quicker, more consistent takeoffs during performance driving.

Safety

Designed to protect occupants before, during and after a crash, the Camaro offers a comprehensive system of safety features – starting with a robust body structure and integral safety cage around the passenger compartment. High-strength steel and ultra high-strength steel are used in key areas throughout the structure.

Safety technologies integrated in the Camaro include:

Driver and front-passenger dual-stage air bags
Driver and front-passenger seat-mounted thorax side-impact air bags
Head curtain side-impact air bags for front and rear seat occupants
Front seat safety belt load limiters and pre-tensioners
The front passenger protection system senses children and small-stature adults and suppresses air bag deployment when appropriate.

Standard OnStar service assists after a crash. With OnStar's Advanced Crash Response System, the vehicle automatically sends a signal to OnStar for assistance, even if the air bags don't deploy.

Chevrolet is one of America's best-known and best-selling automotive brands. With the largest dealer network in the United States, Chevy is the leader in full-size trucks and the leader in sales of vehicles priced $35,000 and above. Chevrolet delivers more-than-expected value in every vehicle category, offering cars and trucks priced from $12,120 to $103,300. Chevy delivers expressive design, spirited performance and great value with standard features usually found only on more expensive vehicles. More information on Chevrolet can be found at www.chevrolet.com.

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