modern cars: 2010

Saturday, December 18, 2010

Caterham Seven CSR 260 Modern Car

Thanks to the increasing complexity of modern automobiles over the past few years, most professional auto shops and garages now require a selection of automotive scan tools with which to carry out day to day diagnostic work in order to pinpoint any problems with an engine or engine management system in order to discover what action is needed in order to effect a repair with the minimum of error and maximum efficiency.

There are a variety of different tools available to carry out diagnostics and scans on different types of car and to prepare to repair as effectively as possible. Knowing in detail what issues are causing a car engine to behave in a particular manner is the key to being able to correct the fault in a timely and effective manner.

Perhaps the best known manufacturer of automotive scan tools is OTC, who make a range of tools designed for the highest quality and best price. A comprehensive range is available to enable mechanics to be able to tackle any job they come across, and the range of OTC automotive scan tools is recognized as one of the top choices for the professional, as well as being affordable enough for domestic use under certain circumstances.

Friday, December 10, 2010

ART Mercedes G55 AMG G streetline

2010 ART Mercedes G55 AMG G

Wednesday, December 8, 2010

Chevrolet Beat Review

World’s largest auto manufacturer, General Motors has launched its most awaited small car model Chevrolet Beat in the Indian Auto market. Indian auto market is dominated by the small hatchback cars as more than 70% of car buyers fall in this segment and the with the launch of Chevrolet Beat the company plans to capture more market share. The company has launched only petrol variants of Chevrolet Beat with three variants. All three variants are powered by the same capacity engine that produces 80.5PS of maximum power. Chevrolet Beat carries sharp styling features for both its interiors as well as exteriors. The Chevrolet Beat price falls in the range of Rs 3.34 lacs to Rs 3.94 lacs. The front of Chevrolet Beat is very stylish and funky with its raked large headlamps and bold front grille. General Motors has made also the rear of Chevrolet Beat very attractive with chrome surrounds on its tail lamps. Chevrolet Beat has generated immense interest in the Indian auto market because of its stylish and funky looks, advanced features which is available at low price tag.

Monday, December 6, 2010

2011 Nissan GT-R Price

Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced U.S. pricing for the 2011 Nissan GT-R supercar, which is on sale now at select Nissan dealers.

For 2011, its third year of availability in the North American market, the Nissan GT-R features a number of enhancements and a simplified model lineup. The previous GT-R base model has been eliminated, leaving the GT-R Premium as the only available 2011 model. Other changes include slightly darker wheel center caps, double clear coat on the front and rear fascias and the addition of rear cooling ducts to improve cooling performance around the rear floor area.

The suspension has been retuned and the rear bushing strengthened to enhance ride comfort while still maintaining the GT-R’s outstanding handling. In addition, auto on/off headlights and speed-sensitive windshield wipers are now standard, along with a USB iPod interface, Streaming Audio via Bluetooth and DVD playback. The navigation system now includes XM NavTraffic and NavWeather capability.

The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)* for the 2011 Nissan GT-R equipped with standard 485-horsepower 3.8-liter twin-turbo V6 engine and high-performance, 6-speed, dual-clutch transmission is:

•Nissan GT-R Premium: $84,060 USD

Three options and one accessory are available for the 2011 GT-R: Cold Weather Package (no charge); special Super Silver paint ($3,000); Ultra-High Performance Tire Package (no charge); and carpeted GT-R logo floor mats ($280).

The 2011 GT-R is available only through officially certified Nissan retailers that have met a number of strict sales, service and facility commitments, including dedicating a master technician to GT-R service. A complete listing of the nearly 700 GT-R Certified Nissan dealers is available to consumers on NissanUSA.com.

2010 Peugeot Hoggar

A world first, it revives the historical savoir-faire of the Marque by merging it with the future. Peugeot Hoggar subtly combines the robustness and reliability of a pick-up with the design and dynamism that distinguishes the Marque. With Peugeot Hoggar, Peugeot brings a touch of seduction and emotion to the world of Pick-ups.

The comfort and quality of the finish of Peugeot Hoggar will seduce the most exacting customer because it does not compromise function for style. This is thanks to a load volume of 1151 litres and a payload of up to 742kg, which makes this vehicle a point of reference for the market.

The name Peugeot Hoggar, taken from a Peugeot concept car, evokes a world which combines strength, durability and action.

Peugeot Hoggar, the pick-up by Peugeot, seductive, dynamic and robust targets a mainly male customer base who are looking for a versatile vehicle with a distinctive style.

This vehicle will be manufactured at the Porto Real factory in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Equipped with a bold and modern design, Peugeot Hoggar is a new line in exclusive cars, 207 of Brazil, after the saloon, hatchback, SW and SW Escapade versions.

With this expanding range in the Brazilian market, which is expected to grow in 2010, Peugeot aims to have a 10% market share for pick-ups over the whole year.

Peugeot Hoggar will be launched in the Brazilian market on the 15th May, with three trim levels and two engine sizes : 1.4 and 1.6 liter.