Stories of the Machines

Arabic Driving School - Funny Video

2011-08-20T01:01:00.003+05:30

2011 Audi A6 : Ingolstadt Express!!

2011-08-05T23:55:00.000+05:30

After its stunning A8 and A7 models have established its top down quality and performance approach to its technology and luxury perch, Audi has decided to compound the problem (of plenty and not enough to go around!) and confound the skeptics by ushering in yet another all new model, the 2011 Audi A6.

Speaking of size and proportions, the latest A6 breaks new ground in that it is slightly shorter in length compared to its predecessor.

New Audi A6 Launched

2011-08-05T23:48:00.000+05:30

The all new Audi A6 has been launched with four new engine options and a lot more of the mean machine traits. Competition beware.

Audi’s all new Ingolstadt express is out and yes it is meaner, better and faster than the its earlier version. Surely, the competition has been working on a number of upgrades that would primarily be a facelift. However, the all new Audi A6 could be the one to take the show. Possibly the best looking car, with not just revamped looks, but boasting of a number of innovative technologies; the Audi A6 is expected to shy out its rivals.

The new A6 come with a longer wheelbase which would gives the car its true A6 character. Having said that, the new A6 has a larger rear cabin space and a bigger boot. So, in order to keep the car lighter, the new Audi A6 uses more aluminum parts than its earlier version making it lighter to about 80 kilos than its predecessor.

With the exterior lighting of the A6 being LED clusters throughout, the appeal of the car has been enhanced a notch higher and more upmarket. The new Audi A6 is available in four trim versions.

Audi A6 2.8 FSI: 39.9 lakhs
Audi A6 3.0 TFSI Quattro: 47.0 lakhs
Audi A6 2.0 TDI: 37.7 lakhs
Audi A6 3.0 TDI Quattro: 46.95 lakhs

The new A6 is set to come in with a host of creature comforts which includes heated and cooled seats, a high end music system and massage functions for the passengers.

Set to take on the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the BMW 5 Series, the new Audi A6 does have its job cut out, however judging by the formidable package that it is, it would surely give the competition a run for their money.

Source : http://www.zigwheels.com/news-features/recent-launches/new-audi-a6-launched/9142/1

Porsche Boxster

2011-08-05T23:45:00.000+05:30

2012 Nissan Sunny : Smooth and Sophisticated

2011-08-05T23:39:00.000+05:30

The Nissan Sunny, which was recently unveiled in India for the very first time reeks of sophistication and brings a refreshing new look to the already air tight premium compact sedan market. Here are some exclusive images of the car that will soon to be launched in Inida.

Nissan unveils its 'SUNNY' sedan for India

2011-08-05T23:36:00.000+05:30

Built to cater to the country's premium sedan segment, the vehicle's exterior design offers a refreshing design character. Petrol vesion to be manufactured at the company's plant in Chennai.

The premium compact sedan market in India continues to raise the bar higher and higher as the latest iterations of the most globally successful upmarket sedans continue to pour into the country. NissanMotor India Private Ltd (NMIPL) saw its gloomy days turn to into bright sunlight with the unmitigated success of its Micra hatchback, that continues to fuel the company’s soaring sales charts since its launch last year.

Seeing the fabulous response to its technologically advanced real world performing hatch in India, Nissan is now all set for the launch of its globally accepted mid-sized sedan, the Nissan Sunny here in India. Built on the company’s versatile ‘V’ platform, the Nissan Sunny is more than 45 years in the making , and its latest 10th generation model has been designed and fine-tuned to meet different markets worldwide, out of which developed and emerging markets like the US, China and India are its main focus areas.

Giving the country its first peek at the car earlier today in the city of Mumbai, Nissan has announced that it will launch the car later this year, during the festive months, thus giving its customers something special to look forward to.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Kiminobu Tokuyama, M.D. & CEO, Nissan Motor India said, “The unveiling of the iconic Nissan Sunny today reinstates our seriousness on business operations in India. It reiterates that we are as per schedule on our Indian plans including future product launches. Nissan Sunny highlights the versatility of the global V- platform that allows us to benchmark ourselves with novel design features for the mid-size segment. The vehicle will offer more value to the discerning customer and carve out a niche amidst competition in the fast growing Indian automobile market.

Nissan is confident that the refreshing design of the Sunny will appeal to a wide range of buyers, including professionals and families with a young mindset. Frontal design cues like the new Nissan signature grille and the jewel like headlights should also add to the car’s overall look and appeal.

Designated as a premium saloon car for India, the new Nissan Sunny has been designed at Nissan Design and Nissan Motor Co Ltd headquarters in Japan along with inputs from 170 countries where it would be sold worldwide. The petrol variant of the Nissan Sunny will be manufactured at the RenaultNissan alliance Orgadam facility in Chennai.

Source : http://www.zigwheels.com/news-features/news/nissan-unveils-its-sunny-sedan-for-india/9143/1

Mercedes Benz SLS AMG - Road Test

2011-07-28T23:00:00.000+05:30

Mercedes-Benz & Ladies Trailer

2011-07-28T22:50:00.000+05:30

Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class 2012 Trailer

2011-07-28T21:56:00.000+05:30

Set to be unveiled to the public later this year at the Paris Motor Show 2010 (2-17 October ), the 2012 CLS-Class is a significant update of the automaker's original four-door coupe.More aggressive both front and rear, the CLS is considerably more styled than its rather understated predecessor as Mercedes-Benz continues to hone the modern four-door coupe segment it essentially invented.

Mercedes-Benz 2012 C 63 AMG Coupe Special Trailer

2011-07-28T20:53:00.000+05:30

AMG edition engine is taken over from its predecessor. The 6.2-liter V8 engine has 457 hp. As an alternative provided a "AMG Performance Package" with 487 hp. Maximum torque is 600 Nm both cases. As before, provided that C 63 AMG sedan and wagon (T-model). Sedan edition with standard engine accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 4.5 seconds. Station edition needs a second extra tenths. "Performance" package improves in both cases asked the capacity of one-tenth of a second.

2012 C63 AMG Coupe "Figure Eight Drift"

2011-07-28T20:22:00.000+05:30

We asked Mercedes-Benz Facebook fans to vote for the stunt they'd most like to see performed on the set of our latest commercial. This is the winner. Watch a 2012 C63 AMG Coupe drift a Figure 8 around two other C63 AMG Sedans at high speed. No C63 AMG Coupes were harmed in the making of this video.

Legends at Pebble Beach

2011-07-28T18:48:00.000+05:30

Displayed along the 18th fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links, the Horch was described by Concours Chairman Sandra Button to be an "incredibly beautiful open car with stunning styling.

Built in 1937 this Horch 853 was clothed with a spectacular body by German coach-builder Voll & Ruhrbeck.

Other than that the Horch was most likely painted black originally, very little early information is available on the car.

The new Bentley Mulsanne, designed and engineered at Crewe from the ground-up, reaffirms the marque's intent to create a new flagship Bentley with refined performance, unparalleled levels of interior luxury and coach building skills to the fore.

Lighter and more powerful than the 250TR on which it was based, the Ferrari TR59 featured coachwork by Pininfarina and Fantuzzi as well as upgraded features like disc brakes and coil valve springs that increased horsepower to 306.

Morgan was probably the only car company in the early 2000s that still made cars the way they were made in the early 1900s - by building them on a wooden frame and crafting them mainly by hand.

Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series

2011-07-28T17:26:00.000+05:30

The most powerful C-Class of all time

Spectacular design, technology transfer from the world of motorsport and driving dynamics at the highest level; the new Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series embodies the new AMG brand claim, Driving Performance, like no other AMG model.

The new high-performance vehicle is the most powerful C-Class of all time, boasting a maximum output of 380 kW (517 hp) and a maximum torque of 620 newton metres.

The AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine impresses with its hefty torque, tremendous pulling power and responsiveness, and ensures high-calibre performance.

Audi A7 Sportback : First Drive

2011-07-28T17:19:00.000+05:30

One look at the new A7 and it brings a swift end to the belief that Audi can only make sedately styled saloons. But is it more than just a pretty face?

A couple of years ago, we got the chance to cast our eyes on a car made by Audi that would leave a lasting impression in our minds. It was a concept of course, christened the Sportback. Starting as an elegant sedan at the front and flowing gracefully into a coupe-like rear end. The lines were very atypical of any four-door Audi the world had seen till date and somewhere in that aerodynamic design, one could feel that this was a car that wanted to be an airplane when it grew up. And a little over a year, grow up it did – from concept to production. Not an airplane, but with the transformation leaving almost everything unchanged, the A7 Sportback as it is now called is probably the best looking four-door Audi we’ve ever seen. So you can imagine just how exciting the prospect of getting behind the wheel of one must be. But before we can get to how this car drives, more must be said about just the way it looks.

Here’s lookin’ at you, kid

A quick glance at the front reveals the standard Audi sedan treatment – large trapezoidal grille, sculpted front bumper, the daytime running lights – it’s all there. But do a double take and some slight differences begin to emerge. The first thing one notices is how the hood slopes towards the front of the car and gives the A7 a purposeful, aerodynamic profile – a feature that is particularly un-Audi-like. This effect is further enhanced by the slimmer headlight cluster as well. But adding to the overall butch appeal of the car is the strong shoulder line which runs from the outer edges of the headlights all the way till the tail of the car. That shoulder line, combined with the sloping coupe-like rear section of the cabin, creates a shape which is the real piece-de-resistance of the A7. This graceful rump certainly seems like a hat-tip to the Audi 100 Coupe S from the 70s.

Of course it’s not like Audi is breaking any new grounds with the idea of a four-door coupe. It’s been done to death, by the likes of Mercedes-Benz, BMW and even brands like Porsche and Aston Martin. But the real beauty of Audi’s design is all in the details though, whether it’s those optional LED headlights, or that thin strip of orange LEDs in the taillight cluster which form the indicators or even that little flick of the fastback tail which acts like an integrated spoiler (and conceals one too). The A7 is really a sight to behold and is the ideal choice for someone who enjoys getting a lot of attention wherever he or she goes, as long as one is content with either driving the car, or at least sitting in the front passenger seats, because thanks to the wildly sloping rear roof line, there is a serious dearth of headroom in the rear seats.

Flights of fancy

And speaking about the rear seats, the interiors of the A7 are your usual current Audi fare and don’t do much to set themselves apart from those we have already seen, and enjoyed, in the A8 limo. All the gadgets and gizmos that Audi introduced on the latest generation of their flagship sedan, the A8, have found their way to this Sportback. And that list includes the almost militaristic thermal vision system to assist in night driving, the latest iteration of Audi’s MMI (Multi Media Interface), the touch pad input system with gesture recognition as well the brilliant seat massage system which we’ve promptly dubbed “Bangkok in a seat”. But the A7’s designers have included a wonderful touch in the interiors, which has the wooden trim of the dashboard wrap around the cabin, cocooning the driver and front passenger and creating an aircraft cockpit effect. This really gives you the feeling that the A7 was designed around the driver and is meant to be enjoyed as a driving experience from the front seats. And you’ll notice a few other such touches which are keeping in tune with the whole aviation theme. Look in the mirrors and you’ll see the rear haunches of the Sportback sticking out from the sides and extending all the way till the back – a view you could very well imagine a fighter pilot gets looking back at the massive jet engines behind his F-15’s cockpit. Combine that with the projected head-up display on the driver’s side of the windshield, and there’s a good chance that you’d want to wait for takeoff clearance from the control tower before driving away.

Thrustmaster

When it comes to actually driving away, the A7 Sportback doesn’t disappoint in any way, but modern Audi’s rarely do. The car that has come to India features the same 3.0-litre turbocharged direct-injection diesel engine that we tested on the A8L a couple of months back, and while it has been tuned for a little lesser power and torque for the A7, it also has to move over 100kg less. So performance is not really a problem. But our favourite bit has to be the wide rpm range in which the monstrous 500Nm of torque is available – starting as low as 1,400rpm and continuing in a flat manner till 3,250rpm! So this means any gear, any speed, put your foot down and there is enough thrust to really get moving. And coming equipped with Audi’s celebrated Quattro four-wheel drive system, there is no real need to explain how this car goes around the bends. Just point it in the right direction and the system decides how to lay down the power just right so the car always stays neutral and balanced through the corner.

It’s a very unique car this, the A7 Sportback. In terms of outright performance, there are other cars, even from Audi’s own stables, which are far more exciting to drive and some might even scare the bejeezus out of you. And when it comes to stately luxury, there are those like the A8L which are the ultimate back-bencher’s delight. So what you have here is a driver’s car that is not the class topper, as well as a spacious four-door estate which is not the most opulent of the lot. So how does the A7 stack up? Well, it is almost the perfect middle ground in terms of something that is fun to drive and practical at the same time. And to top it off, it is absolutely stunning to behold – a visual treasure trove that none of the cars from Ingolstadt can match, and something that most from Stuttgart and Munich can’t live up to as well. This is the car for the perfect gentleman – a car that says that while his wild days might be behind him, he’s not ready to step into the shoes of the unexciting back-seat high-roller yet – and someone who has a keen sense of aesthetics as well. But if you think this is the car you want to be seen stepping out of, just make sure it is out of the driver’s door.

Source : http://www.zigwheels.com/reviews-advice/reviews/audi-a7-sportback-first-drive/9013/1

Jeddah Boys Drifting @ Red Sea Mall... Contd

2011-07-27T21:06:00.000+05:30

Porsche 911 GT3 RS Hybrid

2011-07-24T23:16:00.000+05:30

Source : http://www.bsmotoring.com/video_detail.php?video_id=62

New Hyundai Verna Petrol Review - BSM webTV

2011-07-23T14:00:00.000+05:30

BSM checks out the new 'fluidic' Hyundai Verna Petrol and we find out if it can match up to the segment leading Honda City.

source : http://www.bsmotoring.com/video_detail.php?video_id=134

Lamborghini Aventador driven - Epic!

2011-07-23T13:26:00.000+05:30

A brand new Lambo that closes the gap between supercars and hypercars

It’s pure drama. At the end of the back straight at Vallelunga, nearing 240 kph, the Aventador isn’t the kind of car you want to mess around with. In Corsa mode, each gearshift is the equivalent of launching a precision-guided bomb – aimed to hurt the driver’s neck. At 50 milliseconds a shift, the Aventador isn’t forgiving and after having tried my repertoire of driving skills (back-off shifts, part-throttle shifts, full-bore shifts), I admitted defeat.

Nothing prepares you for what Lamborghini has achieved with the Aventador. It’s the most deceptive supercar on sale today. One moment, it’s the Grim Reaper, with all those slashes and lack of curves, and the next moment it drives like an Audi R8 – easy to drive and live with. But of course, Giorgio Sanna, Lamborghini’s new Valentino Balboni, hasn’t yet told you that you are still stuck in Spada mode, where the gearshifts feel tame and the car is, well, a large German limousine at best.

I kid you not, I spent no more than two of my 14 laps around Vallelunga in Corsa. At that point, the shifts turn violent, the power delivery alters and the ESP partially cuts off. There’s no telling when you’ve crossed 100 kph, but the spec sheet says 2.9 seconds. Every single shift makes your neck cry out for relief, so you do the more sensible thing and shift to Sport, which gives you the best of both worlds. It’s at this point that you realise how much Lamborghini has changed.

The Aventador isn’t a supercar; it borders on what I’d like to call a teaser hypercar. 691 bhp in a Lamborghini is like putting all those hooves on a shopping cart – it trots like the devil’s own ride. In Roma Capitale’s city centre, parked next to the Murcielago SV, which incidentally till yesterday, was strictly X-rated material, the predecessor gets pushed down to the ‘barely teen’ category. The Aventador looks like it will re-arrange everything, navel downwards. There are so many cuts, edges and sharp surfaces, it’s easy to hurt yourself standing close to it.

It also has enough scoops to keep you interested, especially the ducts just aft of the scissor doors that are probably the largest cooling ducts I have ever seen on a production car. The Y-shaped LED string in the headlamps add to the aggression and yes, those huge spider web wheels just complete the picture of brutality. Like every other Lambo, there are details that are not entirely visible at first, like the four-exhaust tail ends within the aluminium housing at the rear, or the fact that a rear spoiler is deployed electronically, depending on speed and mode.
Lamborghini has also gone ahead and developed a carbon-fibre monocoque, resting on aluminium subframes for the car. A phenomenal 70 per cent of the construction of the monocoque is carbon fibre, with the doors, bonnet and bumper made of aluminium. There is also lots of thermoplastic in places, and when replaced with carbon fibre, the car will be badged an SV! But before that we’ll see the drop-top next year, and it will be really fascinating to see how rigid it can truly be, because Lamborghini claim that the hard-top is one of the most rigid cars on sale today.
You still need to twist, contort and even warp your lower limbs before entering the Aventador. The scissor doors are the only thing in common with the Murcielago, for once inside, you will appreciate the fact that this is the most logically laid out Lambo in half a century. Everything falls to hand beautifully and the driving position itself is flawless, a rare feat for a car with the Raging Bull crest. The LED instrumentation has nice use of colours, but can appear gimmicky. Flick a button and the rev-counter is replaced by the speedo and vice-versa, though you may eventually prefer keeping the rev-counter smack bang in your line of sight. Stunningly crafted, there’s the start button behind a flip switch, akin to the Noble M600’s traction control switch.

For pure Lamborghini drama, however, you need to crank the engine. Once you do, the air is greeted by a bellowing V12, whose bark will remain etched in your memory forever. The 6.5-litre V12 is brand new and owes nothing to the Bizzarinni-engineered V12 in the Murcie. Its 60-degree bank sounds a bit ridiculous at first; then you realise they need that space to route the exhausts. It is also amazingly light, weighing just a little more than the body in white, the car itself boasting of a dry weight of just 1575 kg (about 1625-1650 kg kerb). The short-stroke layout helps it rev as high as 8250 rpm, and it produces very little internal friction.

Even standing still, the car sounds menacing. The electronically controlled exhaust has a two-stage setup, but crikey, even at low-pitch you feel like you are standing next to a grid filled with Le Mans racers. As the car burbled at Vallelunga’s pit area, I wondered what loud would be like and so rolled out behind one of the pace cars – a Superleggera LP 570-4. At first, it felt calm and composed, but as we exited the pits and Sanna went down two gears in the Gallardo, a game of cat and mouse began. What followed were frantic downshifts, the car leaping forward and letting go of some of its inhibitions. My first reaction was how perfectly light, yet precise the steering is. But what truly amazed me were the brakes. Approaching C2, a right-handed second-gear corner, it wasn’t so much the downshifts that were contributing to shedding the speed as it was the brakes. The carbon ceramic numbers may not have as much feel, but by god do they haul the 1.65-tonne car to sanity.
Everything with this car is about rigidity and bringing the experience closer to the driver. The pushrod suspension all around is something single-seat racers might swear by, and here at Vallelunga, it helped deliver the kind of handling characteristics that are just right. Coupled with a new Haldex-IV all-wheel drive system that transfers up to 35 per cent of the torque to the front wheels, the car provides ample grip and you can literally dive into a corner, shed a little speed and power out, instead of applying the typical slow-in/fast-out technique. At first you fight hard to get the car out of shape and we were clearly told not to touch the ESP button. The more rubber we laid on the track in our attempt to get the car out of shape, the more I realised why it wasn’t adviseable. Diving deep into corners, in Sport, the tail twitched out ever so slightly, so to raise the bar a bit more, I shifted into Corsa.

Corsa is like digging deep into the bowels of the Aventador. There is a rapid change in behaviour and the first signs are those explosive gearshifts, combined with a stinging pain at the base of your neck. The new ISR gearbox isn’t like modern-day dual clutches, but I’d pick it for making the driver a part of the action in the most natural manner possible. The shifts are outrageously quick, and until yesterday I thought that the Gallardo’s e-gear setup wasn’t half bad either. Every gearshift becomes a fight to keep it clean and smooth, but it’s your backside that begs for its life, even before you worry about looking foolish in front of the world press. Yet, Corsa has one last trick under its sleeve. Approaching the back straight complex at Vallelunga is a left-handed hairpin and letting more gas than I should have the tail stepped out more than I’d imagined – there was very little electronic intervention as I caught the steering on correction. It’s at that point that you know that the drama is still there – all pervading.

You go back to the track for one last time, one last high. So you leave it in Sport and enjoy the car as it is meant to be. And boy, does it come together in a manner which shows why Lamborghinis have become poster objects of young men for generations. There is a sense of drama in everything that happens – the gearshifts, the way the grip builds even as the Aventador you are driving is now on its third set of tyres for the day. There is still an explosion every time you pin the throttle and shift the gears, yet Lamborghini has just made the process that much easier, smoother and slicker. The manic power delivery and the loony-ness when you overdo it is more restrained, but it’s every bit the Lamborghini modern-day drivers will learn to appreciate.
I can’t help but wonder how the 1600 lucky souls around the world (11 in India) may be feeling right now. All I can tell them is this – they’ve invested in, what is without an iota of doubt, the best super sportscar in the world right now.

LAMBORGHINI AVENTADOR

POWERTRAIN
Displacement: 6498cc, V12
Max power: 691 bhp@8250 rpm
Max torque: 70.4 kgm@5500 rpm
Transmission: 7-speed automatic, AWD STEERING
Type: Servotronic with three modes
Turning radius: 6.25 m SUSPENSION
Front & Rear: Double wishbones, coil springs, pushrod, anti-roll bar BRAKES
Front: 400 mm carbon-ceramic discs
Rear: 380 mm carbon-ceramic discs

TYRES
255/35 ZR 19 (f), 335/30 ZR 20 (r)

DIMENSIONS
L/W/H (mm): 4780/2030/1136
Wheelbase: 2700 mm
Kerb weight: 1625-1650 kg (est)

PERFORMANCE
0-100 kph: 2.9 secs
0-200 kph: 8.9 secs
0-300 kph: 24.5 secs
Top speed: 350 kph

Second shot

What our roving supercar specialist, NICK HALL thinks about the Aventador

At 240 kph, on the main straight of Vallelunga, with a 6.5-litre V12 wailing in my ear, objectivity falls by the wayside and I find myself giggling and dancing in the seat. On lap two, only the g-forces pushing me into the bucket seat stops me licking the Lamborghini Aventador’s window. There is just something special about a Lamborghini, an emotional overload that renders normal judgment useless. If it were an animal it would be, well, a bull, and that just hands down kicks the bejesus out of a horse. Rohin is going to tell you all about the hard stuff that requires research and more than a passing glance at the tech spec. That frees me up on this rare occasion to talk pure theatre, which is what this car is all about.

It’s a perfect Molotov cocktail of control, explosive power and noise – oh my god, the noise. You can really hear induction, pistons and exhaust gases at work and as the seven-speed slams home the next gear and almost shunts the whole car sideways with the sheer violence of the move, the sheer madness of the thing has me grinning like a maniac. It’s quick, it’s 691 bhp with a 0-100 kph time of 2.9 seconds and a top speed of 350 kph. Speed is a given, but it’s all about the total crushing authority with which it lays that power down, and the shocked double take I have to do halfway down the straight as the car blasts through 200 kph and just keeps going. Weirdly enough, it’s not a perfect car – there’s way too much visible plastic for my liking on a car this costly.

None of this matters, though. Aventador owners might take their car on track occasionally, and they’ll have fun, but it’s a road car designed to make an outrageous impression and announce to the rest of the Billionaire Boys’ Club that they have, indeed, arrived. And should they arrive at a suitably long straight and plant the throttle to the floor, any objectivity will fall by the wayside as the outrageous numbers plough into that TFT speedo and a little bit of dribble slides down the window…

Source : http://www.bsmotoring.com/news/lamborghini-aventador-driven-epic/3807/1

Casey Stoner cornering at 1000 fps

2011-07-23T13:16:00.000+05:30

Save Fuel - Save Future

2011-07-23T12:36:00.000+05:30

The fuel saving tricks we use are now being seen in European cars with astonishing regularity.

Saving fuel has finally become top priority for carmakers, even the ones in the US of A! About time too, I would say. We Indians are past masters in making fuel stretch for as far as it would go, and the manufacturers who offer us products that help us do just that are the most successful in the country. So it’s not a coincidence that Maruti Suzuki and Hero Honda are the volume leaders in India.

The fuel saving tricks we use are now being seen in European cars with astonishing regularity. It’s like the Westerners discovering the benefits of recycling while we have been doing it all along, and that too, doing it well. The raddi-wallah should be an international institution.

When it comes to vehicles, shutting down the engine at traffic signals was something we used to do naturally. Today, that function is electronically governed and start/stop is seen in cars across price ranges. Many bikers and drivers shut off their engine while coasting. Today, the Audi Q3 has a coasting feature that disengages the clutch. Shifting to a higher gear as early as possible is something our grandparents and parents used to do decades back. Today, automatics try doing just that or manuals come with shift indicators. And how many fleet taxi drivers we have seen who shut down the AC during a long drive. Now that function is governed by the car’s electronic brain.

Okay, so we’ve been there and done that. But we can learn a few more tricks, right? So here are some fuel saving tips from someone who’s an authority on it – at least in the West, because I am sure that Narayanan Menon who got 46.33 km from his Tata Manza QuadraJet would have more relevant ideas for us. http://bsmotoring.com/storypage.php?autono=3636

Anyway, here’s something Skoda sent out in May this year. Gerhard Plattner drove a standard Skoda Fabia GreenLine from Reutte in Austria to Bov in Denmark and back via Germany – a distance of 2,006 km in just one tankful. His average fuel consumption was similar to Menon’s – 45.45 kpl. So here are Plattner’s tips on saving fuel. Not all of it is relevant to us, but it’s important you take a look if you’re interested in saving fuel:

1. Don’t let the engine warm up while the car is stationary. Even in the coldest winter, you can begin driving modern cars right after the start of the engine. If you don’t run up the engine to its maximum speed, you will lower both environmental pollution as well as the consumption of your vehicle. Putting on your seatbelt before starting the engine will also save you fuel.

2. Drive with foresight. Any person approaching red traffic lights without slowing down, then abruptly hitting the brakes, and continuing on at full throttle once the light turns green can be seen at gas stations more frequently than a driver choosing a speed that corresponds to the traffic situation.

3. Turn off the engine even for short stops. Turning off the engine while waiting before a closed railroad crossing or even during short stops not only protects the environment, but your wallet as well. In some cities, additional traffic lights inform drivers how long the red phase will continue to last. The fear of wearing out the starter due to frequent starts is unfounded – it is designed for several tens of thousands of start ups.

4. Avoid driving at high rpm. The lower the engine speed, the lower the fuel consumption as well. Once you’ve set the car in motion, quickly shift into higher gears until have you reached the desired speed. Coasting in the highest gear not only lowers the noise level and the emission of pollutants, but the fuel costs as well.

5. Drive at an even speed. Unnecessary acceleration costs a lot of fuel. The most convenient way of driving is with the cruise control set. The disadvantage is that – contrary to you – it cannot think. The following tip explains what that means for the fuel consumption of your car.

6. Adjust your way of driving to the terrain. If you are driving on a hilly road, you should already ensure, as you go downhill, that your car reaches a speed that allows for the climb to begin with as much momentum as possible. In that case, the engine has to work less and runs more economically.

7. Pay attention to the proper tyre pressure. Low tyre pressure leads to the kneading of tires. Not only does that reduce their service life, it also increases fuel consumption by up to ten per cent. Due to their higher rolling friction, winter tyres with a coarse tread automatically cause higher fuel consumption.

8. Do not carry any unnecessary dead weight with you. If you drive around with unnecessary load in your trunk, you’re wasting money. Depending on the vehicle, 100 kilograms of additional weight “cost” about 0.7 litres per 100 kilometres.

9. Avoid any unnecessary drag. Although a wheel or ski carrier on the roof of the car shows off your sporting attitude, it is a useless waster of fuel if it is not used. If you mount a luggage box on the roof in order to go on vacation, the fuel consumption may increase by up to twenty per cent, depending on the speed you're driving.

10. Make deliberate use of the airconditioning system. Operating an airconditioning system at full load in an upper middle class vehicle may increase fuel consumption by up to two litres per one hundred kilometres. Driving with an open side window only causes an insignificant decrease of the inside temperature. But the fuel consumption is higher than when the airconditioning system is running. Not to mention the reduced comfort due to the draft and loud wind noises.

Source : http://www.bsmotoring.com/blogs/blog_storypage.php?autono=3794

HUMMER H2 2004

2011-07-21T16:59:00.000+05:30

Source : http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=1091496360506

HUMMER H2 2007 Model

2011-07-21T16:56:00.000+05:30

Source : http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=1091498600562

LAMBORGHİNİ MURCİELAGO LP670-4

2011-07-21T16:53:00.000+05:30

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Bentley Continental GT unveiling at the 2010 Paris Motor Show

2011-07-21T15:37:00.000+05:30

Eight years after the unveiling of the first generation Bentley Continental GT at the Paris Motor Show, the crispier and bolder looking next generation version of the iconic 4-seat coupe was recently showcased to the public for the very first time at the 2010 edition of the very same Paris Expo in Porte de Versailles. Here is the official video of the wraps being taken off the new Continental GT.

Source : http://www.zigwheels.com/gallery/news/bentley-continental-gt-unveiling-at-the-2010-paris-motor-show/8160/1

New Ford Fiesta : Design and Special Features Explained

2011-07-21T14:37:00.000+05:30

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Design Manager for the new Ford Fiesta sedan, Andrew Collinson gives us a a tour of the dynamic design and unique features that sets this car a notch above the competition

Source : http://www.zigwheels.com/gallery/news/new-ford-fiesta-design-and-special-features-explained/8946/1

Jeddah Boys Drifting @ Red Sea Mall

2011-07-19T18:50:00.001+05:30

Source : www.jeddahboys.com

Agreement with Chevrolet Circuit - Yas Marina ....... Abu Dhabi

2011-07-19T18:45:00.001+05:30

Camaro SS : the official car of the Academy of racing in Aldrag Yas

Chevrolet signs agreement for four years with the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi

Chevrolet entered into an agreement to a term of four years with the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi to be the Camaro so the official car of the Academy of racing Aldrag in the ring , a move that reflects a passion for Chevrolet and its relationship to the close racing cars.

The Academy received Yas Aldrag six cars racing Camaro SS form the basis of building a new generation of racing drivers Aldrag in the region.

Constructed Academy Yas racing Aldrag in 2010 to train and graduate a new generation of racing driver Aldrag in the region and refine their talents and then issue the license race is accredited by the National Hot Rod or NHRA which make them leading or even participating in races Aldrag on board one of the four cars Super Comp Super Comp (the fastest races in the Super categories Aldrag, characterized by the structure of tubular single-seat). Therefore, the Camaro SS cars will be provided to the Academy of the six best start to a new generation of drivers before sitting behind the wheel of super cup dragster with a minimum strength for the 1,200 horsepower.

In this context, commented Rashid Al Qubaisi, President of the Academy Yas racing Aldrag said: "We are delighted Camaro SS to the training program, as it is a sports car iconic a prestigious position in our region, not only that, but a car is ideal for refining the talents of drivers racing Aldrag and training the origins and rules of this

Sports. We have included leadership training program for the Camaro racing Aldrag within the list of programs Yas leadership provided by the ring, and I am confident that the program will lead the Camaro very popular among local drivers. "

Source : www.jeddahboys.com

All About McLaren F1

2011-07-18T15:15:00.000+05:30

McLaren F1 is the most powerful supercar produced by McLaren between the years 1994-1998, from the 100 cars: 65 are street versions, 5 are LMs (which was build to honor victory at Le Mans in 1995) and 3 are Gts (the road versions of the 1997 F1 GTR racing car) and 28 F1 GTR made for the roads.

The Chief Engineer Gordon Murroy`s concept refers to the use of expensive materials like: carbon, titanium, gold and for the first time, the use of carbon fiber monocoque chassis.

Power? Here is a good question, the car has the power output at 627 horsepower or has an imperial HP. The super car is powered by an 6 L V12 engine built by BMW, 627 HP at 7400 rmp, same as road car version.

The car has a top speed of 386 km/h or 240 mph (very good speed for 1994) and can reach a speed of 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds, 200 km/h in 6.7 seconds and 300 km/h in 30 seconds. The McLaren F1 was the fastest car in the world until Bugatti Veyron was introduced.

When it was first introduced, it was priced at $970,000. This type of car is not produced anymore and it is very rare to find one of these on the market.

Specifications
Vehicle Type: - production car, two doors coupe
Price: - $970,000
Configuration: - Mid Engine / RWD
Engine: - V12
Capacity: - 6064 cc
Torque: - 479 lb-ft at 4000 rmp
Horsepower: - 627 bhp at 7400 rpm
Transmission: - 6-speed manual
Wheelbase: - 107
Length: - 168.9 inches
Width: - 71.7 inches
Height: - 44.9 inches
Weight: - 2513 lbs
0-60 mph: - 3.2 sec
Top speed: - 240 mph

Aprilia RSV4 Factory vs Nissan GT-R

2011-07-14T21:09:00.000+05:30

Mustang Unleashed [HD]

2011-07-14T12:40:00.001+05:30

Joseph Cram was just 13 when he and his dad, Ralph, were making plans to take their ’68 Mustang on the ultimate father/son road trip. But times got tough and his dad had to sell their dream car. Their plans went with it. Enter The ’10 Unleashed. Check out their story.

Source : www.facebook.com/ford

Rally America 2010 Mustang Race [HD]

2011-07-14T12:04:00.001+05:30

J.B. Niday is the Managing Director for Rally America. Two of his friends – Mike Hurst and Mark Utecht – have both owned and raced the same 1984 Fox–Body Mustang. That is, until Mark rolled it last year and totaled it.

So J.B. had an idea. Let both of his friends rally race a 2010. They both showed up at the Max Attack – Mark racing in the actual event. But they didn’t know they’d be going against each other until after the awards ceremony. Watch as both men get to unleash their Mustang sides in a rally car that’s anything but rally car size.

Source : http://www.facebook.com/fordmustang?ref=ts

The New 2011 Mustang V6. 0 to 60 Fast. F to E Slow. (Extended version) [HQ]

2011-07-14T11:54:00.001+05:30

Ford is raising the bar on V6 power by rolling out the first ever 305-hp V6 to deliver 31 mpg hwy*. Through innovative Twin Independent Variable Cam Timing (TiVCT) technology, this easy-breathing 3.7L V6 makes the most of its transfer of power from air, fuel and exhaust. More efficiency. More muscle. So leave the fast lane open. The new pony is hitting the street with a combination of performance and fuel economy that can’t be beat.

*EPA-estimated 19 city/31 hwy/23 combined mpg. Coupe model with available six-speed automatic transmission. Sports cars vs. 2010 models.

Source : http://www.facebook.com/fordmustang?ref=ts

The New 2011 Mustang V6. 0 to 60 Fast. F to E Slow. [HQ]

2011-07-14T11:49:00.000+05:30

Be one of the first to view the 2011 Mustang television commercial airing on American Idol tonight!

*EPA-estimated 19 city/31 hwy/23 combined mpg. Coupe model with available six-speed automatic transmission. Sports cars vs. 2010 models.

BMW Motorrad - The S 1000 RR. Planning and Production. [HQ]

2011-07-12T14:36:00.000+05:30

Have a look at the planning and production of our superbike – the BMW S 1000 RR – in this video:

BMW Motorrad - BMW S1000 RR. Dinner for RR. [HQ]

2011-07-12T14:29:00.000+05:30

From zero to 100km/h (62 mph) in just 2.9 seconds sounds very nice. But would that help in our XXXL-experiment ?

Don't try this at home with your dishes. Or your mom's ones.

BMW Motorrad - Model Giannina

2011-07-12T14:27:00.000+05:30

Check out this behind-the-scenes video from the shoot with Giannina! The twenty-two year old Model took some time out from her university course in Event and Music Management to model the official BMW Motorrad Days merchandise. Apart from modeling and studying she loves spending time with family and friends, playing sports and visiting the countryside.

THE ALL-NEW FIESTA - Technology & Features (Activated Phone Dial)

2011-07-12T14:24:00.000+05:30

Activated Phone Dial

The smartly intuitive technology in the all-new Fiesta keeps your busy life on the move in a way that's totally effortless. Just ask and all-new Fiesta will get important people on the phone, so you're always in touch with your business and home.

THE ALL-NEW FIESTA - Technology & Features (Auto-fold Outside Rear View Mirrors)

2011-07-12T14:15:00.000+05:30

Auto-fold Outside Rear View Mirror

The mirrors auto-fold as you lock or unlock the car.

THE ALL-NEW FIESTA - Technology & Features (Voice Activated Demister and Defogger)

2011-07-12T14:10:00.000+05:30

Voice Activated Demister and Defogger

To control the demister and defroster on your all new ford fiesta, just ask the system to turn it on and the system does it for you.

THE ALL-NEW FIESTA - Technology & Features (Voice Activated Climate Control)

2011-07-12T14:07:00.000+05:30

Voice Activated Climate Control

THE ALL-NEW FIESTA - Technology & Features (CD Player Controls)

2011-07-12T14:04:00.000+05:30

Voice Activated CD Player Controls

Change tracks through voice commands

You can controls the CD player in the All new Ford Fiesta through voice. You just have to ask the system to repeat, change track etc and the system does it for you.

THE ALL-NEW FIESTA - Technology & Features

2011-07-12T14:02:00.000+05:30

Technology & Features driving the Ford Fiesta

All new Ford Fiesta - Design

2011-07-12T13:51:00.002+05:30

All new Ford Fiesta on display in showrooms!!

All new Ford Fiesta hits showrooms, bookings open. Test Drives to start from the middle of this July

The all new Ford Fiesta is in showrooms. Although the new Fiesta is scheduled to be on display by the middle of this month some dealers already have the new cars in their showrooms. Test drives for the car will begin by the 13th of this month. Bookings for the car have opened at Rs.50000 and delivery will begin by the end of August.

Fiesta specially design for India

VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name:	2011 New Fiesta
Model:	Petrol Style
Car Body Type:	Sedan
Segment:	C Segment
Fuel Consumption: Highway	17.00 kmpl.
Fuel Consumption: City	12.00 kmpl.
Warranty:	2 Year/100000 Kms

BMW Motorrad - Chris Pfeiffer celebrates 2 millionth BMW Motorrad

2011-07-12T13:38:00.000+05:30

Chris Pfeiffer shows his stunts in front of employees of the BMW Motorrad Berlin plant on the occasion of the production of the 2 millionth BMW Motorrad.

BMW Motorrad - Greetings from India

2011-07-12T13:05:00.000+05:30

Chris Pfeiffer’s anthem for the 2011 Red Bull Chris Pfeiffer India Tour

BMW Motorrad - Chris Pfeiffer at the BMW Motorrad Days 2010 [HQ]

2011-07-12T12:47:00.000+05:30

BMW Motorrad - Chris Pfeiffer's Stunts

2011-07-12T12:44:00.000+05:30

Chris Pfeiffer’s reply to the question about is favourite stunt: “I love wheelie combos (combinations), especially circle wheelie combos. And one of the toughest tricks right now is the 180 slide that I created last summer.” What’s your favourite Chris Pfeiffer trick or what would you like him to try out? Watch the video from Chris in Sri Lanka last year for impressions and ideas. New videos will follow soon.

BMW Motorrad - Dynamite - Taio Cruz

2011-07-12T12:25:00.000+05:30

BMW Motorrad in the Taio Cruz music video "Dynamite"

Tata Pixel Zero Turn Drive [Video]

2011-07-11T08:19:00.000+05:30

The Tata Pixel concept that Tata Motors showcased at the 81st Geneva Motor Show is a revolutionary car considering its tiny proportions and extraordinary maneuvering capabilities. Check out this short clip of the Pixel showing off its zero turning radius, while presenting the cars wire free functionality options.

Official BMW M5 Concept bound for Shanghai [Video]

2011-07-11T08:11:00.000+05:30

BMW M Power - World Premiere in Detroit [Video]

2011-07-11T07:47:00.000+05:30

Seat Alhambra 2011

2011-07-11T07:44:00.000+05:30

The new generation of the hit van.

BMW - Ultimate Driving Experience [Video]

2011-07-10T19:34:00.000+05:30

BMW 1M drifting...

2011-07-10T19:19:00.000+05:30

BMW 1M drifting on top of the highest helipad in the world!

Honda - Living with Robots

2011-07-07T22:01:00.000+05:30

Take a look at how the Robots in development now can bring out the best in us in the Future.

Honda - 2010 Honda Racing Commercial [HQ]

2011-07-07T14:26:00.000+05:30

Congratulations to Dario Franchitti, winner of the 2010 Indianapolis 500®. See how Honda builds the powerful, dependable, precision IZOD IndyCar® Series engines used by every driver in the race and that powered Franchitti to victory.

Honda - Honda Loves You Back “The Love Scrub” [HD]

2011-07-07T14:23:00.000+05:30

If our fans are happy, so are we. See what happened when we showed a few Honda owners some love and washed their Hondas for free. Where will the love strike next?

Honda - The Undying Dream

2011-07-07T14:17:00.000+05:30

Are we born with our dreams, or are they discovered along the way? Professional surfers, motorcycle racers, and Honda associates discuss the purpose and constant evolution of a life's dream.

Honda - Into the Unknown [HQ]

2011-07-07T13:44:00.000+05:30

What drives explorers to dive deeper depths and climb higher heights? Is the human brain an unchartered frontier unto itself? Join the inquisitive minds at Honda and journey into the unknown with climbers, divers, scientists, astronauts, engineers and other modern-day explorers.

Press release: BMW is back in Hollywood with Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol

2011-07-06T10:18:00.000+05:30

Munich/Los Angeles. Back in Hollywood. BMW is pleased to announce their participation in the upcoming Paramount Pictures release “Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol” as the film’s main automotive partner.

High performance with fewer emissions is the name of the game: One of the BMW vehicles provided for Tom Cruise´s next film is the BMW Vision EfficientDynamics concept car. It has been recognized as having the most sophisticated technology and the most striking design among the current concept electric supercars. In a few years the BMW i8, which was inspired by the BMW Vision Efficient Dynamics concept vehicle, will enter series production.“We are thrilled to be involved again in another Hollywood Blockbuster,” said Ian Robertson, BMW AG Board Member for Sales and Marketing. “The BMW Group leads the way in developing future mobility with a focus on sustainability. One great example is the BMW Vision EfficientDynamics concept car which will be presented in the film. With its futuristic design and large glass surfaces, the car offers a fascinating perspective on the future of sheer driving pleasure – in combination with maximum efficiency. Also with BMW ConnectedDrive technology, it is the perfect car for Ethan Hunt to outsmart his pursuers through narrow streets and busy city traffic.”Having provided vehicles for outstanding film projects, TV productions, etc. for more than 75 years, entertainment marketing is firmly established as an important building block for the BMW Group’s long-term image and product communications.“Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol”, directed by Brad Bird, is scheduled for release mid of December 2011.

For more information please see www.bmw.com/mission

VIDEO: i8 first spotted at the 1min mark.

X3 Match-Up Winner's Performance Center Experience

2011-07-06T09:12:00.000+05:30

Video featuring the winners from BMW's X3 Matchup contest having a great time at BMW's Performance Center in Spartanburg, SC.

2011 BMW M Festival and 24 Hour Nurburgring

2011-07-06T09:09:00.000+05:30

Video Recap: 2011 BMW M Festival and 24 Hour Nurburgring

Here is a video recap of the very first M Festival and BMW's 2nd place finish in the 24 Hour Nurburgring race. M Festival festivities took place next to the race track and included three days of fun for M enthusiasts, including M Night, M Coros, M Fan Flight, and M Party. Check out some video highlights from the weekend.

BMW M5 Concept bound for Shanghai

2011-07-06T09:00:00.000+05:30

2011 BMW Scooter Concept C explanation official video

2011-07-06T08:51:00.000+05:30

2011 BMW Scooter Concept C official video

2011-07-06T08:43:00.000+05:30

BMW M3 CRT. Intro

2011-07-06T08:42:00.000+05:30

More at www.M-Power.com . The new BMW M3 CRT

BMW 1 Series M Coupé [HQ]

2011-07-06T08:39:00.000+05:30

World premiere of the BMW 1 Series M Coupé at the NAIAS in Detroit. Interview with Dr. Kay Segler.

Skoda at the 2009 Rally Monte Carlo

2011-07-06T07:36:00.000+05:30

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Toyota Launches the Etios Liva

2011-07-06T07:31:00.000+05:30

Etios Liva - Q Class Hatch:Toyota Etios Liva isn't just a new hatch - it's the Q Class hatch. Born of the legendary Toyota quality. Packed with adventure and excitement. Loaded with sharp design features and stunning looks. It's a class above any hatchback you've experienced before. It is the luxury hatch of tomorrow - and it just drove into town today.

The new Toyota Etios Liva has been priced between Rs 3.99 - 5.99 lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi), and will be available to customers in 5 trim variants including an optional package for the G variant.

The Etios Liva has a certain cuteness to it and despite the fact that it sports the same front end as the Etios sedan, the Liva looks more appealing owing to the rounded hatch at the back

There is no doubting Toyota’s strategy when it comes to the Etios sedan and the Liva. Both cars have been designed simultaneously instead of just a hatch first and then sticking a boot on the back or vice versa. That clearly shows that the Etios LIVA is the same as its sedan version from the front and the inside. In fact, most people might not be able to differentiate between the two unless they view them from the rear. That said, the Liva does seem like a more complete package.

The press release for the Toyota Etios Liva says that the car’s front was designed to look like a happy face. Now, everyone’s favourite angry birds may or may not have been around when the car was penned, but there’s no denying that the two do look similar. And that is not necessarily a bad thing. It means that the Etios Liva has a certain cuteness to it and despite the fact that it sports the same front end as the Etios sedan, the Liva looks more appealing owing to the rounded hatch at the back. And that’s really where the magic of the Liva is.

The rear end design is simply a delight to behold. It makes the front end look complete moreover, something that the sedan could never manage. Two corner-mounted tail lights do the trick to give the Etios Liva not only a beautiful aura but also a very sporty stance. The car has a long wheelbase and pretty good ground clearance, but the overall design of the car helps camouflage both aspects extremely effectively from the outside so as not to appear jarring in any way.

If the exteriors are aggressive yet cute, the interiors live up to the car’s name beyond doubt. The complete set is a straight lift from the sedan which means it comes with the same vertically mounted central air conditioning vents and the chilled glovebox. The central instrument console is also carried over and we must say it does give the car a rather interesting dimension. The sporty theme is extended all the way from the seat fabric and the door trims to the steering wheel and the central dash layout. But then again, that was bound to happen considering that the Etios sedan was always a very nice car to be spending time in and the Liva’s insides are more or less an identical match.

Under the Etios Liva hood is a 1.2-litre four-cylinder engine. On paper, it isn't all that bad, 80PS @ 5600rpm and 104Nm @ 3100rpm. In fact these figures are pretty close to most of the competition and better than some as well

No matter how good the Toyota Etios Liva looks, the USP of the car is always going to be what’s under the hood. Considering Toyota has always delivered on that front no matter what segment we’re talking about, the Liva shouldn’t disappoint either. The car’s been debuted with a petrol engine and a diesel may be on the cards soon, but the Japanese aren’t telling us when. Regardless, here’s a look at what the Etios Liva comes charged with.

There was a lot of talk of the Liva getting the big 1.5-litre engine from the sedan. But anyone who knows the Indian market would know that the hatch would be looking to exploit the maximum benefit of the excise duty concessions that the Indian government has on offer for small cars. That means that under the Etios Liva hood is a 1.2-litre four-cylinder engine. On paper, it isn’t all that bad, 80PS @ 5600rpm and 104Nm @ 3100rpm. In fact these figures are pretty close to most of the competition and better than some as well. With the Liva’s approximately 900kg kerb weight, it should also make for a great power-to-weight ratio, to score high on performance. But somehow, that’s not the case because the Etios Liva’s brief seems to be rather straight forward – better efficiency. With the gear ratios matched to make life in the city easier, the car does feel peppy enough at low revs and accelerates cleanly off the line. But the excitement tapers off much too soon and you really need to work the engine to get to past 120km/h. Our instrumented tests did see the car cross the 150km/h mark but it took a lot of patience and even more stretches of empty roads to get there.

The 5-speed manual gearbox may be the culprit here with gear ratios more conducive for city driving rather than highway cruising. However that does have a rather positive effect on fuel efficiency. The ARAI certified stat reads 18.3kmpl cumulative but real world conditions should see you get about 14.3kmpl in the city and 16.1kmpl on the highway. Considering the prices of petrol today, that’s not a welcome proposition! All through the test, the Liva’s gearbox exuded a positive feel and slick shifts all the way to fifth. Predictably, the Liva didn’t scorch the acceleration runs, taking over 17 seconds to cross the 100km/h mark.

The B3 - Big Bikes Battle (Contd..) - Harley-Davidson Super Low

2011-06-27T23:17:00.000+05:30

Harley-Davidson Super Low

ENGINE:
Engine Type	V Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Air
Valves	4
Valves Per Cylinder	2
Valve Configuration	OHV - Pushrod
Compression Ratio	8.9:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Regular
Fuel Type	Gas
TRANSMISSION:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	5
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Belt
WHEELS & TIRES:
Front Tire (Full Spec)	Dunlop® 120/70 ZR18
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	Dunlop® 150/60 ZR17
BRAKES:
Front Brake Type	Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type	Hydraulic Disc
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Wheelbase (in/mm)	59.3 / 1506.2
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	4.5 / 17

What does it have?

An appeal that only Harley-Davidsons can possess. Every motorcyclist, at some point or another, wants a Harley. And the Super Low is the most affordable way to finally become part of the legend. As usual, that classic V-twin engine steals the show, assisted by those twin stacked exhausts. You almost don’t notice the tiny headlamp, the teardrop tank and the classy fenders. While it comes with a single seat, you can add a pillion seat as an option. But do you really want to?

What does it do?

Rocks your world. It moves, sounds and feels like only a Harley can. What it lacks in outright power, it makes up with truckloads of character and that distinctive sound. The 883cc engine (‘motor’ doesn’t do it justice!) produces 7.13 kgm of torque at 3,750 rpm — it’s not about going fast, but enjoying the scenery at a leisurely pace, letting the torque do the talking via that glorious sound. Normal rules don’t apply here.

How much?

Rs 5.5 lakh, ex-showroom, Delhi. We won’t say anything. If you want a Harley, you’ve probably made your mind up and nothing is going to stop you.

The B3 - Big Bikes Battle (Contd..) - 2011 Hyosung GT650R

2011-06-27T21:02:00.001+05:30

2011 Hyosung GT650R

Hyosung's profilation of this bike

The GT650R is a motorcycle that begs to be ridden the long way home.

General information
Model:	Hyosung GT650R
Year:	2011
Category:	Sport
Rating:	68.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Price as new (MSRP):	US$ 6099. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Engine and transmission
Displacement:	647.00 ccm (39.48 cubic inches)
Engine type:	V2, four-stroke
Engine details:	90° V-twin
Power:	79.00 HP (57.7 kW)) @ 9250 RPM
Torque:	66.88 Nm (6.8 kgf-m or 49.3 ft.lbs) @ 7250 RPM
Compression:	11.6:1
Bore x stroke:	81.5 x 62.0 mm (3.2 x 2.4 inches)
Valves per cylinder:	4
Fuel system:	Injection
Fuel control:	DOHC
Ignition:	CDI
Lubrication system:	Wet sump
Cooling system:	Liquid
Gearbox:	6-speed
Transmission type, final drive:	Chain
Clutch:	Wet, Multiplate
Driveline:	Chain 525
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Rake (fork angle):	25.0°
Front suspension:	Upside down Telescopic (Compression, Rebound damping adjustable)
Rear suspension:	Swing arm with Progressive linkage Hydraulic Mono shock absorber (Preload adjustable)
Front tyre dimensions:	120/80-16
Rear tyre dimensions:	170/80-15
Front brakes:	Double disc
Front brakes diameter:	300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear brakes:	Single disc
Rear brakes diameter:	230 mm (9.1 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc:	215.0 kg (474.0 pounds)
Seat height:	831 mm (32.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height:	1,135 mm (44.7 inches)
Overall length:	2,090 mm (82.3 inches)
Overall width:	701 mm (27.6 inches)
Ground clearance:	165 mm (6.5 inches)
Wheelbase:	1,435 mm (56.5 inches)
Fuel capacity:	17.03 litres (4.50 gallons)
Other specifications
Starter:	Electric
Instruments:	Digital and analogue
Factory warranty:	2 year
Color options:	Red, black, red/black, silver/black, white/black.
Further information
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How much?

Rs 4.75 lakh, ex-showroom, Delhi. More expensive and heavier than the Ninja, the Hyosung is for those who want the V-twin experience in a sporty package.

What does it do?

Offers you a twin-cylinder motor, but with a difference. The GT650R’s 647cc motor features a V-twin configuration, and as such it’s a very different animal compared to the Ninja. It feels gruff, while the Ninja feels smooth. And the Hyosung’s almost as quick — it does 0 to100 kmph in around 5.5 seconds and has a top speed that matches the Ninja’s. However, the GT650R has an extremely sporty riding position that feels right only on twisty roads, when you’re having fun. On straights, your back will beg for mercy. But what’s a bit of pain if it makes you feel young again, right?

Hyosung GT650R TV Commercial

The B3 - Big Bikes Battle - 2011 Kawasaki Ninja 650R

2011-06-27T20:52:00.000+05:30

Go ten years back in time. Fresh out of college, it was time to find your feet in this world. You wanted the thrill of motorcycling, but there weren’t too many realistic options around then. You opted for a trusty run-of-the-mill two-wheeler and it ensured that you got things done in time. Today, you’ve made it. You’ve got a comfortable life and couldn’t ask for much more, and, along the way, you parted ways with your two-wheeled steed and opted for the safety of a car. But your motorcycling dream has always been at the back of your mind. And there couldn’t be a better time than right now to realise it. Here then, are three great options that are available in India today — the Kawasaki Ninja 650R, Hyosung GT650R and Harley-Davidson Super Low.

2011 Kawasaki Ninja 650R Picture & Specs

Engine Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four-valve, parallel twin
Displacement 649 cc
Bore x Stroke 83.0 x 60.0 mm
Compression Ratio 11.3:1
Cooling System Liquid
Fuel System Digital fuel injection with two 38mm Keihin throttle bodies
Ignition TCBI with electronic advance
Transmission 6-Speed
Final Drive O-Ring Chain
Frame Type Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake/Trail 25°/4.2 in.
Front Tire Size 120/70-17
Rear Tire Size 160/60-17
Wheelbase 55.5 in.
Front Suspension / wheel travel 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 4.7 in.
Rear Suspension / wheel travel Single offset laydown shock with adjustable spring preload / 4.9 in.
Front Brakes Dual 300mm petal discs with two-piston calipers
Rear Brakes Single 220mm petal disc with single piston caliper
Fuel Capacity 4.1 gal.
Seat Height 31.1
Curb Weight 449.8 lbs.
Overall length 82.7 in.
Overall width 29.9 in.
Overall height 47.2 in.
Color Choices Candy Burnt Orange / Flat Super Black, Metallic Spark Black / Flat Super Black
Warranty 12 months
Good Times™ Protection Plan 12, 24, 36 or 48 months

* Specifications subject to change

How much?

Rs 4.57 lakh, ex-showroom, Delhi. For this price, performance and the friendly character it offers, the Ninja 650R is certainly value for money. What are you waiting for?

What does it do?
Everything you want. The Ninja’s 649cc parallel twin motor produces 71.1 bhp that can take you from 0-100 kmph in around 5 seconds and on to a top speed in excess of 200 kmph. It’s a motor that will never get tired of delivering fun by the tonne. And all that power is kept in check by the competent chassis that allows for stable and fun handling, whether you’re in a straight line or on your favourite mountain roads. What’s more, the Ninja’s sporty but friendly riding position will let you go on those cross-country trips that you always wanted to. Enough to take you 10 years back in time, eh?

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2011-06-23T15:40:00.000+05:30

First modified new Beetle is a GT3 RS

2011-06-23T14:42:00.000+05:30

Here is the first modified version of Volkswagen's new Beetle by VW Vortex. It has been decked out in Porsche 911 GT3 RS colours. Those of you with an acute sense of history might see this as an expensive, visual statement on a Porsche 911's real identity.

This one only wears a posh suit for now, not being road legal and all. It sits on 20in custom finished orange GT3 RS-type alloys (nine inches wide, no less), H&R stainless steel adjustable coilover springs, a custom-fitted Borla exhaust, Forge carbon fibre intake system, Brembo brakes and, of course, the GT3 RS-style ‘Beetle RS' graphic.

Vortex says this is just Stage I, with upcoming modifications including a GT3 RS rear wing, turbo upgrade and even a locking torque biasing differential. Whether Vortex has budgeted the inevitable therapy lessons this rather confused Beetle/911 hybrid will require is uncertain.

Let us know what you think of this Bee-sche, or Por-etle, or any other hybrid mixture you can come up with, on our Facebook page - facebook.com/pages/Stories-of-the-Machines.

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2011-06-20T17:26:00.000+05:30

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2011-06-20T15:41:00.000+05:30

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2011-06-20T15:21:00.000+05:30

Cleaner getaways :

A new-generation engine delivers more power, richer torque, cleaner emissions and greater efficiency. With its new 3.5L V-6, SLK350 is quick from 0 to 60, and in some surprising ways, too: Advanced rapid-multispark ignition fires up to four times in a millisecond. And new high-pressure Direct Injection micro-manages the fuel spray as fast as 0.1 millisecond.

Power in your hands :

The world's first 7-speed automatic transmission has been re-engineered for performance that's more responsive and more efficient. Paddle shifters let you control gear changes without taking a hand from the 3-spoke steering wheel.

Performance with panache

The optional Sport Package further hones the performance edge of the SLK-Class. Staggered-width 18-inch AMG 5-spoke wheels[*1] are set off by aggressive Sport lower body work: A deep front air dam with mesh air intakes, sculpted side sills, and a rear valance framing polished chrome tailpipes. Adding visual heat to the cockpit, the console and doors are outlined in Solar Red direct ambient lighting.

Confidence with convenience :

Lift off the accelerator quickly and Predictive Brake Priming sets the pads closer to the discs, for more immediate response when you hit the brakes. In the rain, Automatic Brake Drying gently applies the brakes periodically, to sweep away water build-up. During uphill starts, Hill-Start Assist helps prevent unwanted rollback. And a HOLD feature can make stop-and-go traffic a little easier.[*2]

Poise under pressure :

Lowered, sport-tuned and precisely engineered, the 4-wheel multilink suspension of the SLK provides the ideal balance of sharp handling, surefooted control and smooth comfort. Speed-sensing power steering with our innovative Direct-steer system offers quicker cornering response, crisper on-center feel, and easier low-speed maneuvers.

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2011-06-20T15:13:00.000+05:30

Design :

All-new, from the Star in front to the sky above

From its iconic grille to its signature power hardtop, the 2012 SLK-Class advances the rich racing heritage of Mercedes-Benz sports cars.LED Daytime Running Lamps, LED taillamps and aluminum-trimmed roll bars meld substance with sporty style. And with a more aerodynamic shape and a wider stance, it's sculpted to slice through the wind and carve through every corner.

In 20 seconds, it can transform you :

Like the Gullwing doors of the iconic 300SL, the hallmark of the SLK is its power retractable hardtop. In under 20 seconds, it folds into the trunk, leaving ample luggage space and delivering open-roadster euphoria. Choose from the standard steel roof or two Panorama sunroof options: a tinted see-through panel, or an innovative electronically variable tinted panel called MAGIC SKY CONTROL.

Holds you close, and sets you free :

Pure sports-car magic: the embrace of two deeply contoured seats with every pleasure of driving at your fingertips. The impeccable SLK cockpit offers both an intimate bond with the open road and a sense of total escape: Precisely stitched leather. A racy flat-bottom steering wheel. And crisp metallic trim on its gauges, controls and the round air vents inspired by the SLS AMG supercar.

Trendsetting or timeless, as you wish :

Sporty coupe or open roadster. Pure performance with rich refinement. And as modern or classic as you want your SLK to be. Hand-fitted leather is set off by cool aluminum trim on the console and roll bars. Or you can opt for super-soft cross-stitched Premium leather, as well as the warmth of the Trim Package, with Burl Walnut wood on the steering wheel, shift knob and console.

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2011-06-20T15:04:00.000+05:30

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