Wednesday, September 24, 2014
Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid To Market in 2012
Volvo has confirmed that it will bring the Volvo V60 plug-in hybrid to market in 2012.
All other hybrids sold come with gas engines. The 2012 Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid has an estimated range of 1200 kilometers or 750 miles. At Volvo Car Corporation, work on the V60 Plug-in Hybrid progresses in parallel with development of the Volvo C30 Electric, which a runs entirely on electricity. The third leg in Volvo Car Corporation's electrification strategy is empowering the upcoming engine generation with hybrid technology.
The future electric-car market will feature a mixture of both all-electric cars and plug-in hybrids. The rear axle is powered by an electric motor producing 70 horsepower. The compact battery pack of the 2012 Volvo Plug-in Hybrid consists of 10 modules with 20 cells in each module. The interaction between diesel and electric power is handled via a control system. In hybrid, the diesel engine and electric motor interact to provide the optimal balance between driving pleasure and low environmental impact.
Developed in partnership with Swedish utility company Vattenfall, the new Volvo V60 Plug-In Hybrid promises mileage of 124 mpg on the slightly more generous European combined cycle when equipped with a diesel engine. The turbo diesel engine drives the front axle and the electric motor drives the rear, meaning the Volvo V60 Plug-In Hybrid is also an all-wheel drive vehicle.
“No industry or organization can tackle the climate challenge all by itself. It is our mission to develop carbon dioxide-lean cars, but it is the society that is responsible for creating a sustainable future. This project shows how cooperation between experts in different areas brings us closer to the transition from individually carbon dioxide-lean products to a climate-smart lifestyle,” says Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO of Volvo Car Corporation.
“With a plug-in hybrid the driver is entirely independent of recharging stations when driving long distances. The future electric-car market will feature a mixture of both all-electric cars and plug-in hybrids,” says Stefan Jacoby.
All other hybrids sold come with gas engines. The 2012 Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid has an estimated range of 1200 kilometers or 750 miles. At Volvo Car Corporation, work on the V60 Plug-in Hybrid progresses in parallel with development of the Volvo C30 Electric, which a runs entirely on electricity. The third leg in Volvo Car Corporation's electrification strategy is empowering the upcoming engine generation with hybrid technology.
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| Volvo V60 plug-in hybrid |
Developed in partnership with Swedish utility company Vattenfall, the new Volvo V60 Plug-In Hybrid promises mileage of 124 mpg on the slightly more generous European combined cycle when equipped with a diesel engine. The turbo diesel engine drives the front axle and the electric motor drives the rear, meaning the Volvo V60 Plug-In Hybrid is also an all-wheel drive vehicle.
“No industry or organization can tackle the climate challenge all by itself. It is our mission to develop carbon dioxide-lean cars, but it is the society that is responsible for creating a sustainable future. This project shows how cooperation between experts in different areas brings us closer to the transition from individually carbon dioxide-lean products to a climate-smart lifestyle,” says Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO of Volvo Car Corporation.
“With a plug-in hybrid the driver is entirely independent of recharging stations when driving long distances. The future electric-car market will feature a mixture of both all-electric cars and plug-in hybrids,” says Stefan Jacoby.
Friday, September 12, 2014
Volkswagen Touareg 2011 Review
The Volkswagen Touareg is all-new for 2011. A new hybrid gas-electric version headlines the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg lineup. The 2011 Touareg V6 TSI Hybrid is the most powerful and the most expensive. The Hybrid requires Premium gasoline.
Least expensive and, in our view, most fun to drive is the Touareg VR6 FSI Sport, which uses a 280-hp V6 engine EPA-rated at 16/23 mpg City/Highway (21 mpg Combined). The Volkswagen Touareg V6 TDI Clean Diesel features a turbocharged 3.0-liter diesel with 225 horsepower that's EPA-rated 19/28 mpg (22 mpg Combined).
Throwing conventional progression to the wayside, Volkswagen's all-new VW Touareg is actually lighter, more aerodynamic and more fuel efficient than the model it replaces. The exterior changes to the latest Touareg reflect the refinements under the hood. The Volkswagen Touareg will be available in nine different colors including five new colors: Cool Silver Metallic, Flint Gray Metallic, Toffee Brown Metallic, Night Blue Metallic and Tungsten Silver Metallic (Hybrid only).
The Sport trim has an 18-inch Tacora alloy wheel, Lux trim comes equipped with 19-inch Everest wheels and the Executive trim comes with 20-inch Pikes Peak wheels. A signature feature for the Volkswagen Touareg; this SUV is available with a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 TDI Clean Diesel engine, which offers class leading fuel economy of 19 cities, 28 highway miles per gallon.
All VW Touareg models now come with a standard eight-speed automatic transmission. The 8th gear reduces engine speed by 33 percent compared to 6th gear, which reduces fuel consumption and significantly lowers emissions. The Touareg interior has also been refined with a focus on comfort and functionality. Cabin noise has been reduced compared to the previous model through optimized insulation and acoustics. The sunroof is standard in the Lux, Executive and Hybrid trim lines.
Standard and found only in the Touareg is Volkswagen's new premium RNS850 touch screen radio-navigation system. In addition to navigation, the VW Touareg Sport comes standard with a multitude of premium interior features including navigation with rearview camera, BiXenon headlights with LED daytime running lights, an 18-inch alloy wheel, power adjustable and heated front seats in V-Tex leatherette, Bluetooth connectivity, Sirius Satellite Radio, Climatronic dual-zone, and silver metallic interior inlays with a black high-gloss center console and trim surrounds.
In addition to the Sport features, the Lux trim features a 19-inch alloy wheels, large two piece panoramic powered sunroof, 12-way power adjustable front seats and leather seating surfaces with driver memory, power lumbar and Burr Walnut interior inlays with a wood center console. The Executive trim level offers all Lux features along with a 20-inch alloy wheels, heated multifunction steering wheel, heated front and rear seats, keyless entry system with push-button start, rearview camera with Park Distance Control (PDC) and a Dynaudio premium sound system.
The VW Touareg optimized running gear offers very good vibration control and ride comfort, a low roll angle, responsive handling and improved dynamic stability. The Touareg utilizes aluminum in its double wishbone suspension, which helped with reducing the weight of the vehicle. The vehicles 4MOTION all-wheel drive system is mated to a rear limited-slip Torsion differential. The Touareg contains six airbags, including dual front units (dual-stage for the driver, single stage for the front passenger), thorax units for the driver and front passenger and Side Curtain Protection for the front and rear outboard passengers, all are standard on the Touareg.
For the all-new Touareg, Volkswagen developed an improved head restraint system.
Even with the standard 4Motion four-wheel drive, the Volkswagen Touareg is rated at 16-mpg in the city and 23-mpg on the highway, which nearly equals the outgoing turbo-diesel. The large 26-gallon fuel tank gives a theoretical range of 600 miles, but will be expensive to fill since the Volkswagen requires premium fuel.
The VW Touareg ride is controlled and ‘European’ – read: well-damped – on the standard 18-inch wheels. Fuss free. All Touareg get convenience features like dual climate control, an iPod adapter, cruise control, Bluetooth hands-free, heated seats, rain-sensing wipers, and a rear-view camera, ABS and stability control, which makes it a true foul-weather friend.
The Lux adds 19-inch wheels, a panoramic power sunroof, heated and power-adjustable side mirrors, walnut interior trim, metallic center console trim, and 12-way power leather seats for $3,850. The top-line Executive trim includes the Lux’ features and adds Audi 20-inch wheels, a heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, keyless access with push-button start, parking sensors and a rocking Dynaudio sound system for the not insignificant price of $9,550. Scarily, that means that there is no appreciable difference between the base models of the Volkswagen Touareg, Audi Q7 ($46,250), BMW X5 ($46,300) and the Porsche Cayenne ($46,700).
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| Volkswagen Touareg |
Least expensive and, in our view, most fun to drive is the Touareg VR6 FSI Sport, which uses a 280-hp V6 engine EPA-rated at 16/23 mpg City/Highway (21 mpg Combined). The Volkswagen Touareg V6 TDI Clean Diesel features a turbocharged 3.0-liter diesel with 225 horsepower that's EPA-rated 19/28 mpg (22 mpg Combined).
Throwing conventional progression to the wayside, Volkswagen's all-new VW Touareg is actually lighter, more aerodynamic and more fuel efficient than the model it replaces. The exterior changes to the latest Touareg reflect the refinements under the hood. The Volkswagen Touareg will be available in nine different colors including five new colors: Cool Silver Metallic, Flint Gray Metallic, Toffee Brown Metallic, Night Blue Metallic and Tungsten Silver Metallic (Hybrid only).
The Sport trim has an 18-inch Tacora alloy wheel, Lux trim comes equipped with 19-inch Everest wheels and the Executive trim comes with 20-inch Pikes Peak wheels. A signature feature for the Volkswagen Touareg; this SUV is available with a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 TDI Clean Diesel engine, which offers class leading fuel economy of 19 cities, 28 highway miles per gallon.
All VW Touareg models now come with a standard eight-speed automatic transmission. The 8th gear reduces engine speed by 33 percent compared to 6th gear, which reduces fuel consumption and significantly lowers emissions. The Touareg interior has also been refined with a focus on comfort and functionality. Cabin noise has been reduced compared to the previous model through optimized insulation and acoustics. The sunroof is standard in the Lux, Executive and Hybrid trim lines.
Standard and found only in the Touareg is Volkswagen's new premium RNS850 touch screen radio-navigation system. In addition to navigation, the VW Touareg Sport comes standard with a multitude of premium interior features including navigation with rearview camera, BiXenon headlights with LED daytime running lights, an 18-inch alloy wheel, power adjustable and heated front seats in V-Tex leatherette, Bluetooth connectivity, Sirius Satellite Radio, Climatronic dual-zone, and silver metallic interior inlays with a black high-gloss center console and trim surrounds.
In addition to the Sport features, the Lux trim features a 19-inch alloy wheels, large two piece panoramic powered sunroof, 12-way power adjustable front seats and leather seating surfaces with driver memory, power lumbar and Burr Walnut interior inlays with a wood center console. The Executive trim level offers all Lux features along with a 20-inch alloy wheels, heated multifunction steering wheel, heated front and rear seats, keyless entry system with push-button start, rearview camera with Park Distance Control (PDC) and a Dynaudio premium sound system.
The VW Touareg optimized running gear offers very good vibration control and ride comfort, a low roll angle, responsive handling and improved dynamic stability. The Touareg utilizes aluminum in its double wishbone suspension, which helped with reducing the weight of the vehicle. The vehicles 4MOTION all-wheel drive system is mated to a rear limited-slip Torsion differential. The Touareg contains six airbags, including dual front units (dual-stage for the driver, single stage for the front passenger), thorax units for the driver and front passenger and Side Curtain Protection for the front and rear outboard passengers, all are standard on the Touareg.
For the all-new Touareg, Volkswagen developed an improved head restraint system.
Even with the standard 4Motion four-wheel drive, the Volkswagen Touareg is rated at 16-mpg in the city and 23-mpg on the highway, which nearly equals the outgoing turbo-diesel. The large 26-gallon fuel tank gives a theoretical range of 600 miles, but will be expensive to fill since the Volkswagen requires premium fuel.
The VW Touareg ride is controlled and ‘European’ – read: well-damped – on the standard 18-inch wheels. Fuss free. All Touareg get convenience features like dual climate control, an iPod adapter, cruise control, Bluetooth hands-free, heated seats, rain-sensing wipers, and a rear-view camera, ABS and stability control, which makes it a true foul-weather friend.
The Lux adds 19-inch wheels, a panoramic power sunroof, heated and power-adjustable side mirrors, walnut interior trim, metallic center console trim, and 12-way power leather seats for $3,850. The top-line Executive trim includes the Lux’ features and adds Audi 20-inch wheels, a heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, keyless access with push-button start, parking sensors and a rocking Dynaudio sound system for the not insignificant price of $9,550. Scarily, that means that there is no appreciable difference between the base models of the Volkswagen Touareg, Audi Q7 ($46,250), BMW X5 ($46,300) and the Porsche Cayenne ($46,700).
Sunday, August 31, 2014
Toyota FT-86 Photos leaked online
The pictures show a red Toyota FT-86 and interesting info about the new sports car in Asia. Indeed, a more standard FT-86 looks better for our eyes from the FT-86 pimped by Modellista; clean lines and looks more integrated. And very good.
There is an aggressive wheel arches and the spray height and the shape and design that echoes the window of the car's first real sports in Japan - Toyota 2000 GT - developed by Hiromu Naruse legendary, and are shown in the Bond film You only Live Twice. Which no doubt echoing the Toyota Jaguar E-Type rear door equivalent in C-XE
Rumor has it that the engineer who tested the car in snowy conditions at high speed. Toyota FT-86 promises to be a decent sports car full of great feeling from the chassis and steering wheel. According to the report carries the engine and gearbox land as close as possible to ensure the correct balance.
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
The new Lamborghini Gallardo will be in the LA Auto Show
The car is powered by a detuned version Gallardo V10 with 550 hp and e-gear transmission. Do not worry; you can not have it with a proper manual as well.
Thanks to the reduction in weight of only 1520 kg, the LP550-2 can sprint from zero to 100 km / h in just 4.2 seconds. And considering the top speed of 319 km / h you can play in the straight and narrow as well.
Saturday, August 9, 2014
The new Hyundai i20: 2012 Geneva Motor Show
Hyundai has free the no. image of the All New i20, up bound of its humanity execute at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. The new theory features refreshed styling, enhanced equipment and the smallest CO2 emissions of any stereotypic powertrain car on merchandising today. Among the cardinal powertrain options accessible to buyers of the All New Hyundai i20 testament be the new 1.1-litre, 3-cylinder 'U-II' ice engine that generates 75 ps.
When supercharged by the 74bhp 1.1-litre three-cylinder engineer, the new Hyundai i20 emits meet 84g/km of CO2, and is said to be fit to pass 90mpg.
An 89bhp 1.4-litre diesel is also accessible which, when fitted with Blue Drive technologies specified as a stop-start system, present breathe retributory 96g/km.
The new i20 gets Hyundai's latest ornamentation cues, which implementation there's a polygon grillwork, careful headlights and a new sculpted chapeau. The new car is also 55mm individual than the underway work.
The start of the All New i20 sees the beginning of fluidic grave constitute faculty to Hyundai's super mini. The revised outside figure carries the hallmarks of Hyundai styling, including the company's line polygon grille and new light units. Updating their own programmed from the archetype i20, the stylists at Hyundai's Denizen programmed apartment hold more modernized the All New Hyundai i20 with a solon synchronic salience for the anterior and side bumpers, a new sculptured bonnet and new helm designs.
Untested info on the updated Hyundai i20 reach present is useable once the car has been unveiled at the City Motor Demo on 6 Mar.
When supercharged by the 74bhp 1.1-litre three-cylinder engineer, the new Hyundai i20 emits meet 84g/km of CO2, and is said to be fit to pass 90mpg.
An 89bhp 1.4-litre diesel is also accessible which, when fitted with Blue Drive technologies specified as a stop-start system, present breathe retributory 96g/km.
The new i20 gets Hyundai's latest ornamentation cues, which implementation there's a polygon grillwork, careful headlights and a new sculpted chapeau. The new car is also 55mm individual than the underway work.
The start of the All New i20 sees the beginning of fluidic grave constitute faculty to Hyundai's super mini. The revised outside figure carries the hallmarks of Hyundai styling, including the company's line polygon grille and new light units. Updating their own programmed from the archetype i20, the stylists at Hyundai's Denizen programmed apartment hold more modernized the All New Hyundai i20 with a solon synchronic salience for the anterior and side bumpers, a new sculptured bonnet and new helm designs.
Untested info on the updated Hyundai i20 reach present is useable once the car has been unveiled at the City Motor Demo on 6 Mar.
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