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Thursday, March 26, 2015

2011 NEW FORD VERTEX CONCEPT

2011 NEW FORD VERTEX CONCEPT

This is New 2011 Ford Vertrek Concept

Today Ford Motor Company has unveiled The New vision for a sleeker, It more sportier and more stylish compact sport utility vehicle (SUV) at the 2011 North American International Auto Show. This Ford Vertrek concept previews the companys ambition for a next-generation, global compact SUV that could lead the industry in both design and fuel efficiency.

2011 Ford Vertrek concept actually based on Fords global C-segment platform, which includes the all-new Ford Focus range launching early in 2011 in North America and Europe, plus the latest C-MAX and Grand C-MAX multi-activity vehicles. It represents the vision of the companys top design and engineering talent on how best to attract and satisfy future sport utility vehicle customers around the world.

"Ford Vertrek concept is a no-compromise solution we feel utility vehicle customers will embrace around the world," said Derrick Kuzak, Ford group vice president of Global Product Development. "It is a revolution compared to what is typically seen in this segment in North America and is a stylish evolution compared with products outside North America. This new design is sleeker and more fuel efficient and delivers the capability, including people and cargo volume, customers demand globally."

The Ford Vertrek concept combines the best of Fords distinctive European kinetic design styling and driving quality with outstanding levels of cargo space, trailer-tow and off-road capability for North America, promising a vehicle that meets the needs of next-generation compact utility vehicle customers around the world.

2013 Mazda Takeri Concept

The Mazda has a smart power circuit Takeri Germanys premiere at the AMI in Leipzig (2-10.06.2012), the 2013 Mazda Takeri. The study is in part already, the next Mazda6. The 4.85-meter-long sedan has a new regenerative braking system called i-ELOOP. The name stands for "Intelligent Energy Loop" (intelligent energy circle).

2013 mazda takeri

The system uses the energy released during deceleration to the operation of the electrical load and thus relieve the internal combustion engine. Mazda refers to a reduction in fuel consumption by up to ten percent. At full charge the capacitor can provide enough energy to power the electrical systems of the car for about a minute current. Mazda plans to use i-ELOOP later this year in production vehicles.

2013 takeri

Citroen Tubik Concept Review

Citroen Tubik Concept Review

The French car manufacturers continue to bear a unique work that makes us have to glance at. One and the newest is the van or MPV named Tubik. The plan of this MPV will be exhibited at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2011 which opened mid this month.

According to Citroën, Tubik is shuttle transportation for executives who are equipped with high tech features. The concept has to offer: the journey must be enjoyed and can give joy. In other words, travel time is more important than the mileage!

The concept was offered because the overland travel time in the future will be longer. Because the level of traffic congestion is getting worse.

Tubik actually part of a development project launched in France Citroën namely, that Multicity CITROEN - online sites that give clues people choose the right route for the transportation modes such as cars, trains and aircraft.

Described, will people simply do not need a taxi or limousine. But more than that and the solution is Tubik. Therefore, the MPV is accompanied by high technology and become the most enjoyable means of transport. The interior is flexible, can make one passenger with luggage or beerapa entourage of people.

Tubik design is unique. Look at the way this MPV cabin door opened! Only by using a large-sized door along the body with a hinge in the roof. In this way, passengers can enter easily and comfortably. The same was done specifically for the driver by opening the door special and unique.

Tubik appearance no less interesting. Citroën designers combine two contrasting colors, the metallic gray on the entire cell body plus a pearl white paint strokes behind and in front. Final color indicates, the MPV is a hybrid.

Cubic use Hybrid4 technology, combined diesel engine and electric motor. Emissions generated equal to the sedan. Cruising range of more and more traction is also great because being able to work like a 4x4 vehicle. Configuration of power sources: diesel engines drive the front wheels in front, behind the electric motor rotates the rear wheel.

2010 Honda Brio Concept and specification

Honda BRIO Prototype is being developed with Hondas advanced technologies, while further advancing Hondas "man maximum, machine minimum" concept. Being developed as a commuter which is easy-to-use even in urban areas, the Honda BRIO prototype adopts an easy-to-handle compact body (length 3,610mm x width 1,680mm x height 1,475 mm) while ensuring enough cabin space achieved by highly efficient packaging. With this vehicle, Honda thoroughly pursued the creation of an advanced exterior form, which is compact while asserting a strong presence.

For the mass-production model, which will be an entry-level car, for which demand is increasing in newly emerging nations, Honda will develop unique versions for Thailand and India to reflect different customer needs in those markets. Moreover, with this vehicle, Honda will leverage the resources Honda has cultivated through its motorcycle business and utilize local sourcing of parts and materials such as sheet steel.

The interior style of Honda Brio is designed such a way which make you to sense relax. Compare to other similar hatchbacks in India, Honda Brio will be at top as per as comfort is concerned. The features like power steering, elegant Dashing board, armrests, gear Knob, body colored mirrors, inbuilt Audio System including USB, Air condition adds much more comfort even in the long journeys with good fuel efficiency.

The new Honda Brio Concept small-sized vehicle developed for Asian markets and scheduled to be introduced in Thailand and India in 2011.

Maruti Suzuki YBA SUV concept

Maruti Suzuki YBA Compact SUV Overview

Maruti Suzuki India’s biggest automobile manufacturer is an expert in producing series of quality hatchbacks, sedans, compact sedans and multipurpose vehicles. The firm is now gearing into a new line of design developing the YBA compact SUV. It is a sight of delight to car enthusiasts and was spotted several times in heavily disguised state, a new YBA compact SUV launch sounds interesting, mainly because of what it laid in terms of quality, space and VFM on the Ertiga.

YBA Compact SUV is going to be a big launch for Maruti; it is a sub four meter compact SUV and the distinctive features to look into are small grille with horizontal slats and angular tail lights. Maruti Suzuki has retained vast market share volume for years, because of its proficiency to conquer victorious profits in every segment. Its best sellers in hatchback market are Swift, Alto 800, Celerio and WagonR, in the compact sedan market it is Swift Dzire and Ertiga is a high selling multipurpose vehicle. A similar profit generating impact has been expected with the YBA compact SUV.

Although Maruti Suzuki has gained supremacy over a range of segments, it still has to be concerned of the current and upcoming competition. The automobile segment is going through a down turn and the scenario has been stagnant for over two years. The vision behind the launch of YBA compact SUV is to fight the fierce battle with Ford EcoSport, Renault Duster, Nissan Terrano and Volkswagen Taigun.

Maruti Suzuki YBA Compact SUV Engine & Transmission

Maruti Suzuki is renowned for manufacturing first rate engines, and the same will be transformed into YBA compact SUV. According to reports the car is likely to be fitted with 1.5 litre diesel engine a chopped version of the 1.6 litre JTD mill. The 1.5 litre diesel mill is expected to yield fierce energies that go beyond 100bhp. Sources say the firm may use a 1.3 litre DDiS diesel mill that yields 90bhp and the same engine which is used on the Ciaz and Ertiga.

Maruti Suzuki YBA Compact SUV Expected Mileage

The expected mileage of the diesel car is 22 KMPL and the petrol model to return close to 15 KMPL

Maruti Suzuki YBA Compact SUV Expected Price

The expected average price of the Maruti Suzuki YBA Compact SUV will be between Rs. 5 to 8 lakhs

Maruti Suzuki YBA Compact SUV Expected Launch Date

According to recent reports the expected arrival period of Maruti Suzuki YBA compact SUV is February, 2016.

New 2014 Trident Iceni Magna Concept

New 2014 Trident Iceni Magna Concept

New 2014 Trident Iceni Magna Concept - With such a variety of autos guaranteeing the world nowadays, British Sports Auto Brand Trident is guaranteeing something totally distinctive with the Iceni Magna, a fastback-styled games car that runs on a diesel motor, as well as characteristics torque duplication engineering, permitting to achieve a top velocity of 190 mph with an ability to blanket 2,000 miles on a solitary tank.

Such a guarantee will without a doubt raise a few eyebrows, yet Trident is respecting the interest in light of the fact that it accepts it has an engineering that could go far in redefining how automakers deal with future powertrains. As stated by Trident, appropriately using an autos torque numbers to "duplicate" its viability enhances its autos execution and productivity by up 20 percent. Its an engineering that Trident has protected, so it absolutely has enough confidence in what its made to take the time to secure the educated rights to it.

So that is what were going to see on the Trident Iceni Magna. Its got an amazing look with sprinkles of retro spark and adding to that, a powertrain engineering that guarantees heaps of rate and proficiency any semblance of which we havent seen in the recent past.

Trident has said that accessibility for the model is restricted and interest is really high, shocking for a brand that is not that well-known. Its interest is honestly evident by its soak beginning cost of £96,000, which is about $161,500 focused around present trade rates.

Specifications :

year: 2014
Model: Iceni
price: $ 160000
Engine: V8
Transmission: Six-Speed Auto
Horsepower @ RPM: 395
Torque @ RPM: 700
Displacement: 6.6 L
0-60 time: 3.7 sec.
Top Speed: 190 mph

New 2014 Trident Iceni Magna Concept In Detail :

Exterior

Were not exactly beyond any doubt yet what to make of Tridents torque duplication innovation until we perceive how the auto performs out and about. Anyway the extent that the outline of the Icenti Magna is concerned, we dont have any issues with it.

The fastback outline offers a forceful back end that bends into a smooth and clean front area. The high cinch line of the games car provides for it that brawny look, while the headlights are straight out of yesteryears auto style. Its a mixed blend of old fashioned and current outline signals, and it works for us,

Trident likewise showed that the Iceni Magna will accompany in excess of 39 bespoke, planned and fabricated parts. One said segment is the oculight top, which remains a riddle to us, yet it sounds cool regardless Those are things to pay special mind to when youre primed to use over $160,000 for this auto.

Drivetrain

This diesel energy happens by way of a 6. 6-liter turbo V-8 that puts lower a healthy 395 horsepower and a stump-pulling 900 pound-feet connected with pose. Dealing with this energy is really a six-speed programmed sign. With this arrangement in tow line, the Iceni Magna strikes 59 mph in mere 3. 7 seconds as well as actually reaches 190 mph. Complement that the only two, 000-mile selection for a passing fancy fill-up as well as you then have a safe bet.

For the individuals who need a little more face pulling, the discretionary Performance Pack knocks force to 430 pull and 950 pound-feet of torque. In the event that you are feeling truly froggy — and primed to fork out an additional £30,875 ($52,000) youcan choose the Track Pack, which pushed the model to an unbelievable 660 drive and 1,050 pound-feet.

Competitors

Maserati Gran Turismo

Its difficult to make an examination on an auto that offers something totally not the same as whatever remains of the business, also has a sticker that is not proportionate to its execution proficiencies yet all the more so in view of the said new innovation it offers.

That is the conundrum in searching for a contender for the Iceni Magna. In any case in case youre taking a gander at ti basically from a force and pace outlook, a supercar like the Maserati Granturismo Sport is a perfect elective. Its not going to decimate that amazing 2,000 miles on a solitary tank of bio-diesel, however the Granturismo has the execution capacities to keep pace with the base-level Iceni Magna. That is dealt with by a 4.7-liter, V-8 powerplant that pumps out 454 drive and 383 pound-feet, pushing the car from 0 to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds and to a top rate of 185 mph.

Commonly, the Maserati is relied upon to accompany a more sumptuous inner part and extensive variety of personalization alternatives. All that and the Granturismo "just" has a sticker of $126,500 for the car and $143,300 for the convertible, less expensive than what you remained to pay for the Iceni Magna. - New 2014 Trident Iceni Magna Concept

2015 Lamborghini Asterion LPI 910 4 Review Concept

2015 Lamborghini Asterion LPI 910-4 Review Concept

2015 Lamborghini Asterion LPI 910-4 Review Concept

2015 Lamborghini Asterion LPI 910-4 Review Concept - While past reports have proposed that Lamborghini isnt going anyplace close mixture engineering soon, it gives the idea that the Italian automaker is gradually warming up to the thought. That assessment was imparted to Autocar by Maurizio Reggiani, Lamborghinis head of innovative work, amid a late discussion with respect to the status of the 2015 Lamborghini Asterion LPI 910-4 Concept. As per Reggiani, the Asterion could even now have a creation future, despite the fact that he halted short of completely affirming this honestly great new advancement.

The Asterion was at first depicted as an "innovation demonstrator" by Lamborghini, consolidating components of Lambo custom like a 5.2-liter, V-10 motor with new crossover engineering. Lamborghini CEO Stephan Winkelmann additionally had some safety on building a creation rendition of the Asterion, however with the late request connected to the P1, the 918 Spyder, and the Ferrari Laferrari, Lamborghini now realizes that theres a really solid business for these extravagant exotics. The Lamborghini Asterion, with its anticipated sticker, would unquestionably fit in as the least expensive option yet still gloat the execution reserve Lamborghini is well known for.

Until further notice, Lamborghini is as of now attempting to concoct an approach for what sort of bundle the Asterion would have if it hit generation. Reggiani told Autocar that the cross breed supercar could hold the ideas peculiarities, including utilizing the carbon-fiber monocoque body of the Lamborghini Aventador and join it with another upper a large portion of that would make the A-columns more upright, consequently enhancing perceivability and making it less demanding to get to the lodge.

2015 Lamborghini Asterion LPI 910-4 Review Concept

The automaker is additionally trying to attempting to focus the sort of crossover blend it would need to have in the occasion a creation adaptation of the Asterion Concept needs it later on. The organization is additionally examining the potential expense of the auto and how it can be bundled to make it lighter and still more moderate than its partners.

On the off chance that Lamborghini does choose to give the go-ahead and fabricate a generation form of the Asterion, the Italian automaker arrangements to point put it specifically at the Mclaren P1 Mclaren P1 and the Porsche 918 Spyder, but bundled all the more as an extravagance day by day cruiser rather than an extreme track creature. The Asterions anticipated sticker of £350,000, which is about $547,842 starting 12/16/2014, makes it fundamentally less expensive than the $845,000 sticker of the 918 Spyder and the $1.15 million sticker appended to the P1.

2015 Lamborghini Asterion LPI 910-4 Review Concept

Why It Matters

Weve seen this tune and move from Lamborghini some time recently. The organization reveals an idea then says its not going to generation just to turn around course not far off and create it for creation in any case. Goodness, hey! Hi, Lamborghini Urus!

Anyways, a creation form of the Lamborghini Asterion would be amusement changing from various perspectives. For one thing, it would separate the current trinity of half and half supercars involved by the Ferrari Laferrari Ferrari Laferrari , the Mclaren P1, and the Porsche 918 Spyder. A Lamborghini joining and conceivably dropping in on that gathering would be mind boggling.

Anyway theres a more critical purpose for the creation of the Asterion LPI 910-4. In the event that Lambo experiences with it, the organization would at last dunk its toes into the ocean of cross breed engineering. The Italian automaker has over and over exposed any considered building crossover autos in the past with the thought that it aint a Lambo in the event that it aint characteristically suctioned. Lamborghini CEO Stephan Winkelmann made that declaration as of late as October 2014 when he told Maxim that cross breed engineering is something "Lamborghini is not about."

Call it a conceivable instance of talking from two sides of his mouth, however Winkelmanns remarks taken a swing at during an era when there have likewise been signs that Lambo could be softening its stance on that issue. The automaker likely wouldnt confess to it, however its conceivable that this change in order could be mostly because of the huge achievement Ferrari, Mclaren, and Porsche all had with their individual mixture awful young men.

The divulging of the Asterion Concept at the 2014 Paris Motor Show additionally added to that conviction. With the report that the organization isnt shutting its entryways on a creation Asterion, its looking more like Lambo is at last seeing the profits of cross breed innovation.

Whether it pushes through and crosses that extension is an alternate issue completely. In any case its pleasant to see that 2015 Lamborghini has opened its eyes on this new supercar boondocks.

Lamborghini Asterion LPI 910-4 Review Concept

2015 Lamborghini Asterion LPI 910-4 Review Concept

New off of making its introduction at the 2014 Paris Motor Show, the Lamborghini Asterion LPI 910-4 Review Concept has turned into the discussion of the crossover supercar town. In any event, the Asterion demonstrated that the Mclaren P1, the Porsche 918 Spyder, and Ferrari Laferrari the are not the main cross breed young men that run the town.

The Asterions sensational GT-like styling underscores a paramount trademark about the Lambo crossover supercar that its three peers dont have. While Ferrari , Mclaren, and Porsche were all caught up with building a definitive cross breed track machine, Lamborghini decided on a more enlightened methodology, creating the Asterion Concept as an extravagant day by day driver rather than a wild track beast.

Be cautioned, however. In the event that you think the Asterion is a relative cat contrasted with the three cross breed supercars, youre distressfully mixed up. In spite of having a more laid-back outline, the Lamborghini mixture supercar still packs a threatening 5.2-liter, V-10 motor that can deliver just under 600 torque all alones. Include the two electric engines that create an aggregate of 297 horses, and the Asterion is equipped for creating 897 drive and around 650 pound-feet of torque. Execution numbers havent been discharged yet various reports show that the Asterion is equipped for sprinting from 0 to 60 mph in three prior seconds cresting at a top velocity of 202 mph. - 2015 Lamborghini Asterion LPI 910-4 Review Concept

New 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Pacific Concept Package Review

New 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Pacific Concept Package Review

New 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Pacific Concept Package Review - Presented finally years SEMA Show , the 2014 Corvette Stingray Pacific Concept was Chevrolets concept of tweaking the C7 Corvette to resemble a race auto , without applying any powertrain alterations or taking its street legitimate status away. Completed in a showy, "take a gander at me!" Torch Red outside with a couple of Satin Black dashing stripes over its nose, hood and back end, the Corvette Pacific Concept took middle of everyones attention in Las Vegas and, clearly, all that consideration incited Chevrolet to take off a comparable bundle for the 2015 Corvette Stingray Coupe .

Dissimilar to the Atlantic Design Package that includes a couple of outside redesigns and just about no lodge updates, the Pacific Design Package is more broad and pointed at clients that either get a kick out of the chance to take their Corvette at the track or revel in the hustling situated appearance.

When we hop to the points of interest, wed jump at the chance to call attention to that the Pacific Design Package is selective to Z51-prepared cars in either 2lt and 3lt trim. Whats more like any 2015 Corvette Stingray, it might be requested with the all-new eight-pace programmed tranny with oar shifters and the Performance Data Recorder.

Specifications :

year: 2015
make: Chevrolet
Model: Corvette
price: $ 55000
0-60 time: 3.8 sec.
Top Speed: 195 mph

New Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Pacific Concept Package in Detail :

Much the same as the Corvette Atlantic, the Pacific model likewise profits from the Z06-style front splitter, however the roadster brandishes a more magnetic appearance, on account of its Satin Black dashing stripes and matching Z51 wheels. The edges likewise emphasize a differentiating red stripe with Stingray focus tops, while the brake calipers are done in red.

Just five shade alternatives are accessible for the Pacific Design Package: Torch Red (imagined here), Black, Arctic White, Blade Silver and Shark Gray. The last a brand-new color for the 2015 model year.

Adding to the Vettes mean, track-primed looks is a "CFZ" carbon-fiber ground impacts bundle and carbon-fiber top board, coupled with Carbon Flash-painted back spoiler and mirrors. Passed out outer surface symbols adjust off the vehicles extraordinary and persuading appearance. Custom sprinkle gatekeepers and a back permit plate edge are likewise offered, however these augmentations are prone to go unnoticed.

Inside, clients will be welcomed by a couple of Competition Sport seats — accessible as a choice on the customary Corvette —, carbon-fiber trim and custom Stingray ledge plates and floor mats.

Purchasers that are not anticipating utilizing the Corvette Stingray Pacific as a day by day driver will be joyful to realize that Chevy is likewise doling out an indoor auto spread.

CHEVROLET CORVETTE STINGRAY

Disclosed at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show, the 2014 Corvette Stingray is the seventh emphasis of the notable games auto and characteristics a brand-new outer surface outline and a totally improved inner part.

GM likewise created another motor for its lead vehicle as a 6.2-liter, characteristically suctioned V-8. The plant pumps 455 drive and 460 pound-feet of torque with a standard fumes and 460 strength and 465 pound-feet with the accessible execution debilitate. - New 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Pacific Concept Package Review

2014 Jeep Cherokee Adventurer Concept Review

2014 Jeep Cherokee Adventurer Concept Review

2014 Jeep Cherokee Adventurer Concept Review - The new-era Jeep Cherokee is staging its first presentation at the Easter Jeep Safari. For its first taste of the occasion, the Cherokee is getting overhauls befitting of the organizations rough terrain notoriety.

Above all else, were now on record as not being huge aficionados of how the new Jeep Cherokees looks. Those opening like headlights look great on a roadster , not such a great amount of on a rough terrain SUV . In any case that is not here or there, on the grounds that all the alterations provided for the Cherokee Adventure makes those lights would appear that an untimely idea.

Bragging of Trailhawk 4x4 ability, the Cherokee Adventure satisfies its name, pleasantly adjusting the tan outer surface with a lot of new escapade stuff best suited for the SUVs motivation. A model matte-dark Mopar top crate rides on top, giving space to managers to stow all their apparatus for all their outside escapades.

Discussing the outside, the Cherokee Adventure has additionally been prepared to handle even the roughest of territories. Jeep Performance Parts rock rails have been introduced to give rough terrain barrier. Included assurance additionally comes as a two-piece underbody slip plate, a front suspension slide plate, an oil tank slide plate and a two-piece fuel tank slide plate.

Specifications :

year: 2014

make: Jeep

Model: Cherokee

price: $ 35000

0-60 time: 9 sec. (Est.)

Top Speed: 135 mph (Est.)

2014 Jeep Cherokee Adventurer Concept Review

Jeep Cherokke Adventure in Detail

Satisfying its Adventure name, this extraordinarily planned Cherokee characteristics the Trailhawk dark hood decal, immediately separating itself from other Cherokee models. Anyhow style isnt the main thing remarkable about the front segment of the Cherokee

Adventure. See those red tow snares simply beneath the guard? Those arent tasteful improvements, that is beyond any doubt.

This Jeep Cherokee is made for the outside, and thusly, the organization provided for it another set of 17-inch wheels that have been adorned with aluminum stone gem and dark pockets and wrapping them in Bfgoodrich All-Terrain tires. Additionally included is a 48-to-1 creep proportion for handling truly gnarly, go romping stuff gradually and consistently.

Without a doubt, the general cosmetics of the Cherokee Adventure is manufactured for the outside, however that doesnt mean Jeep cant give the inside a decent and elegant makeover. Dark Katzkin cowhide seats have been added and to supplement that, you additionally remained to get maize-weaved Jeep logos and maize sewing on the calfskin wrapped directing wheel, arm rest and movement boot.

Similarly, tan additions enhance the HVAC bezels, instrument board, controlling wheel and entryway switch bezels while brilliant entryway ledge monitors with the Cherokee logo, all-climate mats and a payload tray finish all the adornments helped by Mopar. - 2014 Jeep Cherokee Adventurer Concept Review

New 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel Trail Warrior Concept

2014 New Jeep Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel Trail Warrior Concept

New 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel Trail Warrior Concept - With the 2014 Moab Easter Jeep Safari set to start this weekend, Jeep-based models. An alternate two vehicles were considered utilizing the shiny new Cherokee as a beginning stage. that left us with one and only 2014 Grand Cherokee appearing in Utah: the Ecodiesel Trail Warrior.

As the name recommends, this particular Grand Cherokee idea is situated to hit the trails with a 3.0-liter V6 turbo-diesel process under the hood. Imparted to the Ram 1500 Ecodiesel , the powerplant conveys 240 strength and 420 pound-feet of trail-bursting torque.

Then again, the Trail Warrior isnt a standard diesel Jeep Grand Cherokee. The SUV profits from a Quadra-Lift air suspension, model wheels wrapped altogether landscape, BF Goodrich tires and it has a 44:1 creep degree. Also an exhibit of extraordinary Mopar and Jeep Performance Parts extras will make it emerge from the swarm.

New Jeep Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel Trail Warrior Concept in detail :

Completed in a Mojave Sand outside, and spiced with a Satin Black hood and front grille embeds, the Trail Warrior conveys a model Mopar wicker container on its top rails, and Jeep Performance Parts tow snares and rock rails.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Ecodiesel Trail Warrior

Inside, the dark and tan two-tone plan is complimented by sparkle dark stresses found on the instrument pannel, the controlling wheel and the ventilating frameworks bezels. Mopars commitment to the lodge incorporates all-climate floor mats, lighted Jeep logo ledges, custom pedals and a load tray. - New 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel Trail Warrior Concept

2014 Audi Sport Quattro Laserlight Concept

Dynamic design, immense power and new electronic features: Audi is presenting a fascinating technology concept car at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) from January 6 to 10, 2014 in Las Vegas, USA. The Audi Sport quattro laserlight concept is reminiscent of the classic Sport quattro of 1983 while pointing towards the future – with the latest of the brands technologies in plug-in hybrid drives, user control and display interfaces and lighting technology.

“The new show car demonstrates technical ‘Vorsprung’ on many levels,” says Prof. Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg. “On-board this car we have e-tron technology with 515 kW of power and 2.5 l/100 km (94.09 US mpg) fuel economy; laser headlights that leave all previous systems in the dark with its higher performance as well as new display and operating systems with cutting-edge electronic performance. We are showing the future of Audi here.”

The coupe, a new evolutionary stage of the Sport quattro concept, painted in the color Plasma Red, combines the power of the historic Sport quattro with emotional elegance. Its body is tautly set over its large wheels. The overhangs are short, and the cars proportions show a sporty balance. With a wheelbase of 2,784 mm (109.61 in), it is 4,602 mm (181.18 in) long. At a width of 1,964 mm (77.32 in), the two-door model is very wide, and it is just 1,386 mm (54.57 in) tall, which is exceptionally low.

In the dual headlights, a typical quattro feature, Audi is demonstrating the future of lighting technology by combining matrix LED and laser light technologies. Two low-profile trapezoidal elements are visible within the headlights – the outer one generates the low beam light using matrix LEDs and an aperture mask, while the inner element produces laser light for high-beam functionality.

The powerful laser diodes are significantly smaller than LED diodes; they are only a few microns in diameter. Illuminating the road for a distance of nearly 500 meters (1,640 ft), the laser high-beam light has approximately twice the lighting range and three times the luminosity of LED high beam lights. In this future technology, Audi is once again demonstrating its leadership role in automotive lighting technology with a system that will also be used on the race track in the 2014 R18 e-tron quattro.

The angular, swept-back C pillars of the Audi Sport quattro laserlight concept car and the blisters above the fenders are other design elements reminiscent of the classic Sport quattro. The broad shoulders of the body were reinterpreted and intensively sculpted to convey even greater dynamism. Throughout the car, sharp contours frame muscular surfaces – the interplay between convex and concave curvatures defines the athletic character of the coupe.

The hexagonal single-frame grille also offers an outlook on future design of the sporty production models. The lower section is nearly vertical, while the upper follows the contour of the hood; the screen insert is a typical solution from car racing. The low grille emphasizes the show cars width. Two large, vertical blades divide each of the large air inlets; their form is repeated in the creases of the hood. The splitter, which is made of carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP), is shifted far to the front, as on a race car.

The combination of a swept-back glass cabin and broad shoulders defines the proportions at the rear. Another defining element at the rear of the show car is the CFRP diffuser, which extends upward significantly. Its upper section is honeycombed, while its lower section houses two large, oval tailpipes. The tail lights, which are backed by a black CFRP panel, are rectangular in form – another quattro reference. The luggage space, which is reinforced by a large cross bar stiffener, offers 300 liters (10.59 cu ft) of cargo capacity.

Precise design details round out the dynamic look of the Audi Sport quattro laserlight concept. The sill extensions are made of CFRP, the door handles electrically extend from the door when they detect the approach of a hand. The center locking wheels have a five twin-spoke design.

Lightweight design made visible: the interior

In its generously cut interior, the elegant sporty styling of the show car is continued with dark gray colors and clean lines. The interior design and material selections demonstrate the Audi philosophy of lightweight design. The slender instrument panel is reminiscent of the wing of a sailplane. The supporting structure of the interior is a carbon shell that also serves as a storage compartment in the doors.

A line of trim beneath the windshield wraps around the driver and front passenger and integrates functions such as the inside door handles. The folding race car shell seats with their high lateral supports and integrated head restraints, together with the two rear seats, provide space for four persons. The climate controls are integrated in the air nozzles; a single element is used to control the intensity, temperature and volume of the air stream. In addition to showing climate control settings, the slim display at the centers of the air nozzles also shows media data.

New solutions: displays and controls

The interior of the Audi Sport quattro laserlight concept focuses very much on the driver. Even the multifunction sport steering wheel points the way towards future sporty production solutions. It has two buttons which the driver can use to control the hybrid drive, a red start-stop button, a button for the Audi drive select vehicle handling system and a "View" button to control the Audi virtual cockpit.

All key information is shown on the large Audi TFT display in high-resolution, three-dimensional graphics; a cutting-edge Tegra 30 processor from Audi partner Nvidia processes the graphics. The driver can switch between different modes. For example, in the MMI mode the dominant display elements include the navigation map and media lists, while in the Classic view the speedometer appears in the foreground.

Nearly all functions of the Audi Sport quattro laserlight concept can be controlled from the further developed MMI terminal that is mounted on the center console over the tunnel. Its large rotary pushbutton, which also serves as a touchpad, can be pushed in four directions, and it is surrounded on three sides by four buttons – for the main menu, submenus, options and a back function.

The new user interface has a menu structure whose intuitive layout is similar to that of a smart phone. All frequently used functions can be accessed lightning fast. For most inputs, just a few steps are needed thanks to a new free text search feature; generally just four characters suffice for a navigation address. The driver can quickly scroll through lists or zoom the map image using multitouch gestures on the touchpad. Voice control functionality has also been intensively further developed.

Powerful and highly efficient: the drive system

The plug-in hybrid drive gives the Audi Sport quattro laserlight concept fascinating dynamic performance. Its system output is 515 kW (700 hp), and its system torque is 800 Nm (590.05 lb-ft). Power flows via a modified eight-speed tiptronic to the quattro drivetrain, which features a sport differential at the rear axle. The show cars combined fuel consumption, based on the applicable fuel economy standard, is just 2.5 liters of fuel per 100 km (94.09 US mpg) – which equates to CO2 emissions of 59 g/km (94.95 g/mile).

The combustion engine is a four-liter V8 with biturbo charging; it produces 412 kW (560 hp) of power and 700 Nm (516.29 lb-ft) of torque. The cylinder on demand (COD) system, which deactivates four cylinders under part load and a start-stop system make the sonorous eight-cylinder engine very efficient. Located between the 4.0 TFSI and the transmission is a disc-shaped electric motor that produces 110 kW and 400 Nm (295.02 lb-ft). It draws its drive energy from a lithium-ion battery at the rear, which stores 14.1 kWh of energy – enough for up to 50 km (31.07 miles) of all-electric driving. An Audi wallbox that is used for charging provides for optimal energy transfer.

An intelligent management system controls the interplay of engine and motor on demand. The driver can switch between three different modes. In EV mode, just the electric motor operates; its high torque propels the show car with plenty of power – even outside of the city. The active accelerator pedal indicates the transition to Hybrid mode to the driver – by a change in pedal resistance; this is done so that the driver can intentionally influence the mode selection. The Hybrid mode aims at optimal fuel-savings in the interplay between the TFSI and the electric motor, and environmental and route data are utilized here. The driver can choose the Hold and Charge modes in the MMI to influence the operating strategy, e.g. if the driver wants to ensure that sufficient electrical energy is available for the final kilometers to the destination. The Audi drive select dynamic vehicle handling system offers even more control options – individual driving profiles are set up for different levels of regenerative braking.

In Sport mode, the operating strategy configures the drive system for maximum power. When the V8 and electric motor are boosting, the Audi Sport quattro laserlight concept accelerates from a standstill to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 3.7 seconds and can reach a top speed of 305 km/h (189.52 mph).

Body and chassis

A lightweight design strategy also plays a major role in the cars dynamic performance. A combination of ultra high-strength steel sheet and structural elements of cast aluminum is used in the occupant cell. The doors and fenders are made of aluminum, and the roof, engine hood and rear hatch are made of CFRP. This results in an unladen weight of just 1,850 kilograms (4,078.55 lb), including the large battery pack.

The front suspension is comprised of five links per wheel, while the rear suspension is based on the self-tracking trapezoidal link principle of Audi, which guarantees dynamic performance and stability. Stiff tuning of the springs and shock absorbers make the Audi Sport quattro laserlight concept hold tightly to the road, while Audi drive select makes the driving experience even more multifaceted. The dynamic steering system varies the steering ratio as a function of driving speed. The brake calipers grip large, carbon fiber-ceramic brake discs, and the tire size is 285/30 R 21.

(Audi Press Release)

2014 Nissan Rogue Select Concept

2014 Nissan Rogue Select Concept

2014 Nissan Rogue Select Concept - Basically an improved adaptation of the 2014 Nissan Rogue , the 2014 Rogue Select is the sort of what-you-see-is-the thing that you-get conservative SUV that leaves all that its got at the front entryway. It doesnt accompany a considerable measure of significant amazements, offering itself as is and minimal in the method for included shocks.

It assumes that for a minimal SUV that doesnt have a ton of discretionary gear, the Rogue Select is, no doubt offered for plan cognizant managers. At its cost (short of what $20,000 for the base model) you can present a defense that the Rogue Select is a great approach so hopefully you can say you have a conservative SUV in your carport.

Yet the other predominating thought is the additional cash you can shell out for different models that have a great deal more to offer than the Rogue Select. Nissan likely wouldnt fret that reasoning since it still has the 2014 Rogue to fulfill those needs.

Its only that on the off chance that youre on a tight plan, Nissan has you secured with the Rogue Select.

Specfications :

year: 2014
make: Nissan
Model: Rogue
price: $ 19900
Engine: inline-4
Horsepower @ RPM: 170 @ 6000
MPG(Cty): 22
MPG(Hwy): 27
Torque @ RPM: 175 @ 4400
Displacement: 2.5 L
0-60 time: 7.8 sec.
Top Speed: 120 mph (Est.)