Lotus Elise Club Racer

Anyone harbouring under the misapprehension that Lotus might be moving away from performance through lightweight only needs to take a quick ride in the new 1.6 Lotus Elise Club Racer to know that's definitely not the case. The bright engineers at Lotus put even the lightest of Lotus' modern cars on a diet and managed to shed a further 24kg.
So how did Lotus manage to make one of the lightest models on the market even lighter? The engineers behind the Lotus Elise Club Racer took a stripped-to-the-bare-bone approach visualised by the body-coloured seats but materialised in many ways such as the motorsport derived lightweight battery and the deletion of noise insulation. Attention to even the smallest of details has ensured that Lotus' passion for performance through lightweight has been translated throughout the car.

For the first time ever an Elise variant comes complete with a Sport setting for the DPM (Dynamic Performance Management) allowing even the less experienced sports car drivers to feel at the top of their game, while the ability to switch it off completely will please the more established track orientated drivers. DPM combined with improved agility courtesy of Lotus finely tuned sport suspension and an adjustable anti-roll bar will make the Lotus Elise Club Racer equally versatile for both road and race track fun.
Wolf Zimmermann Chief Technical Officer Lotus Cars said: "The traditional Lotus approach of reduction and purity has lead to one of the most zeitgeist and contemporary sports cars around. For over 15 years the Lotus Elise has become an icon in the sports car market, carving out a niche market with a dedicated following of lightweight fans. The new Club Racer will definitely give these people something extra to get their teeth stuck into. This car epitomises everything that's cool about the Elise - it's fast, raw, responsive and a huge amount of fun to drive."
Quality throughout the vehicle has been a top priority, highly regarded component suppliers such as Eibach for springs and Bilstein for dampers ensure that the Lotus Elise Club Racer is a car of substance as well as style.
The Lotus Elise Club Racer pleases the eye as well as the soul with a choice of six striking colours (Sky Blue, Saffron Yellow, Ardent Red, Aspen White, Matt Black and Carbon Grey) and bespoke design elements that emphasise the character of the car.

It's pocket pleasing too, at £27,500 / €34,450 / CHF48,900, the Lotus Elise Club Racer marks the new entry level sports car from Lotus. And with the Elise standard of just 149g CO2/km plus the weight reduction, the new Club Racer provides maximum fun without so much of the green-guilt usually associated with high performance driving.

Use the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu 2.5L Ecotec engine

General Motors is preparing a major project in the design of the Chevrolet Malibu 2013. GM will take off Malibu in all major markets and 100 countries worldwide.

If the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu sold all over the world, certainly the engine lineup will vary in each country. Only this time GM is still focusing on the model which was released in the U.S. and attended in 2012.

General Motors Malibu engine detailing detail using the all-new 2.5-liter four-cylinder Ecotec. This machine takes the details from the old 2.4-liter model. This unit is expected to produce 190 horsepower and peak torque of 180 lb-ft (250nm).

Chevrolet Malibu 2013 will emphasize the economic value on the highway. Expected to consume more than 30mpg, or about 7.8 liters per 100 kilometers.

"The intensity of the noise that existed at the 2.4-liter engine has been reduced by 40 percent. 2.5L engine provides more torque at low rpm while. This makes the Malibu is stronger at the beginning or during the opening maneuver," said Mike Anderson GM engineering chief.

Subaru XV

The Subaru XV is a new type of crossover SUV that not only projects a great presence despite its compact sporty design, but also boasts a range of new features never seen before in an SUV. While the proportions of the Subaru XV convey a sense of elegance and lightness, its exterior design combines high ground clearance, large tire wheels, and all of the other features one would normally expect to find in an SUV. What's more, superior drive performance and fuel efficiency made possible by Subaru next-generation power unit are joined here with the excellent maneuverability for which Subaru is renowned and an extremely high level of functionality. Thanks to the symmetrical All-Wheel-Drive and advanced Subaru Dynamic Chassis Control Concept - two core Subaru technologies - this vehicle feels incredibly safe and secure to drive. And as such, the new XV adds unique Subaru value to the ever-growing C-segment crossover market. Not only have Subaru made it possible to truly provide "safety and pleasure" as defined in our new brand statement, "Confidence in Motion," but in this new strategic model, it has been realized a unique Subaru persona—a persona that Subaru fully intends to further enhance going forward. Subaru is confident that the Subaru XV will thoroughly satisfy the needs of a diverse range of customers.

The fundamental product concept that Subaru adopted for the Subaru XV can be expressed in two simple words - "Urban Adventure." In specific terms, a vehicle that would be perfectly suited to exciting, lively use in a city landscape. Thus, Subaru strove to optimally balance enhanced basic performance factors in the form of fuel efficiency and enjoyable driving (Fun to Drive) with a stylish, highly distinctive exterior design. As the Subaru crossover family continues to grow, the stylish Subaru XV is unique in the way it can be both sporty and casual. To this end, it boasts five key strengths.

Renault Twingo

New Renault Twingo is the first vehicle in the range to feature the brand's new design identity. The car will go on sale in early 2012, and includes a number of styling features that were unveiled on the most recent concept cars, and which will become the visual signature of all Renault cars in the future.
Outside, the front end of New Twingo has taken its inspiration specifically from this new design approach. On the bonnet, the Renault diamond is both bigger and significantly more upright. The black background highlights the badge and presents the brand in a robust, confident manner. Like the first-generation Renault Twingo, the newcomer features an expressive, appealing front end. Its dynamic, playful character is underlined by its fog lights and round sidelights which are now positioned next to the grille. The 'eyelids' of the headlights also contribute to new Renault Twingo's distinctive looks.

Warm, original new colours called Fuchsia and Bermuda Blue have been added to the existing range, and bring a touch of light-hearted fun that's characteristic of city cars. Depending on market, New Twingo can be fitted with a electrically-operated fabric sunroof as an option.
At the rear, there are new lights in addition to the main cluster. Located on the tailgate, they enhance New Renault Twingo's lines and echo the front end, bringing extra shape and punch to the car. With a rounder rear bumper and a more curved form for the lower part of the tailgate, the lines are softer. Among the 24 different alloy wheel and wheel trim options, one particularly assertive new wheel design (black diamond effect) contributes to improved aerodynamics and reduced CO2 emissions.

Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 5-door

After a brief statement at the Paris Motor Show, Land Rover has revealed details of the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 5-door. U.S. sales begin in autumn 2011 and Land Rover announced an estimated street price of $ 45,000.
Although it was not anything else on this release, we expect the same design and look at the engine lineup. Clean, Prestige and dynamic: Will the choice of either Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2WD or 4WD version, and three trim levels. Under the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 5-door hood, the new 2.0-liter supercharged SI4 gasoline direct injection and dual variable valve timing in combination.

Just as with the two-door version, the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 5-door version with a unique 19-inch wheels and shiny metallic accents, premium leather, double stitching and genuine wood and metal finish, unique bumpers, panels, grille and exhaust for more assertive safe place, perforated leather sports seats and unique details. Appointment of a full-size panoramic glass roof that allows lots of natural light, further enhance the feeling of space.
2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque allows customers the premium leather package that virtually every interior surface of the lid can be determined. In addition, adolescents with 60/40 folding handles Isofix child seat, and possibly, luggage space can be extended to 1445 l decent.
Most functions can be controlled by an SUV with an intuitive touch-screen display, available with dual view technology as the driver and passenger side is the separation of functions or access content simultaneously. Integrated Bluetooth and USB and auxiliary line input is also available. There is also a new 2011 Range Rover Evoque high-end audio system from Meridian, which has 17 speakers for a total of 825 watts of surround sound.

Under the skin, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 5-door is equipped with the optional adaptive dynamics system with magnetic ride, which promises to offer a better balance between handling and ride quality, while the company’s signature Terrain Response control of full-time four-wheel drive system for off-road conditions. Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is also the first Range Rover offers a front-wheel drive option.

2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque Turbo power plant line-up is shared with the coupe and consists of a modern gasoline and diesel engines, said the offer “four-cylinder efficiency six-cylinder power and refinement.” 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 5-door Diesel versions, the majority of sales in Europe, so it’s no surprise that the 2.2-liter 2010 Land Rover LR4 engine has two derivatives, with 150 hp (112 kW) and 190 hp (142 kW). Solitary 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine in combination with direct fuel injection and two variable valve timing for a very respectable 240 hp or 179 kW for production.

Infiniti JX Concept

The Infiniti JX Concept, a preview of an innovative new 7-passenger/3-row luxury crossover that joins the Infiniti lineup in spring 2012, made its world debut at the 2011 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. The Infiniti JX Concept was unveiled by Senior Vice President and Chief Creative Officer Shiro Nakamura prior to its display throughout the weekend's activities at the famed Lodge at Pebble Beach.
"The JX Concept advances the Infiniti design language, sharing design cues of the Infiniti Essence concept, yet interprets those elements in ways suitable to the needs of a family luxury crossover," said Nakamura. "From the dramatic front grille and headlight design to the crescent-cut D-pillar and greenhouse shape, the Infiniti JX Concept shines as a fresh, bold alternative to the many flavors of vanilla currently dominating the three-row luxury crossover segment."

Beyond its stunning exterior, the new Infiniti JX Concept is designed to excel in three areas where luxury crossover buyers put an emphasis - interior flexibility and roominess, safety, and innovative hospitality features.
"The three-row luxury crossover segment is one of the fastest growing among all luxury vehicle segments, providing a huge opportunity for Infiniti," explained Infiniti Americas Vice President Ben Poore. "And like every segment Infiniti enters, we plan to shake up the status quo - with a vehicle that is guaranteed to instantly become the new benchmark for style, hospitality, roominess, advanced telematics and safety technologies."
In the interior, for example, the production Infiniti JX will offer what is expected to be class-leading roominess, along with a 2nd row seat design that tilts and slides forward providing exceptionally easy 3rd row access.

"With the JX, you will even be able to leave a child seat latched to the 2nd row while getting in or out of the 3rd row - just one example of the vehicle's inspired flexibility and versatility," added Poore. "The 3rd row isn't the typical penalty box either, with adult-sized room for all occupants and five-and-a-half inches of 2nd row forward-back adjustability."
The Infiniti JX continues Infiniti's tradition of developing world's first technologies, offering the currently available Blind Spot Intervention and adding a new feature, Backup Collision Intervention. With this technology, when the transmission is in reverse, the JX will help the driver detect crossing objects behind the vehicle and, if necessary, the system will automatically engage the brakes to help avoid a collision.
The Infiniti JX will also offer technologies designed to make owners lives a bit easier and more efficient, such as a 14-speaker Bose® Studio Surround® sound system with Waveguide bass technology and an advanced Infiniti Connection Telematics system that can automatically synch the owner's calendar and provide navigation guidance to appointments. It will also feature the Infiniti Personal Assistant, Infiniti's new personal concierge service with 24-hour access to a live team of professional assistants. The Infiniti Personal Assistant benefit is now offered free-of-charge with every 2012 Infiniti vehicle purchase.
And, in keeping with Infiniti's "Inspired Performance," the Infiniti JX will offer a balance of driving exhilaration and fuel efficiency through a combination of a powerful V6 engine and all-wheel or front-wheel drive. The Infiniti JX will also be the first Infiniti to utilize a sport-tuned, but fuel-efficient continuously variable transmission. The CVT will mimic a step transmission when the Sport mode of the Infiniti drive selector is engaged. Additional information regarding the drivetrain and other systems will be provided at the debut of the production version of the all-new Infiniti JX at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November 2011.

"As a premium crossover with a real 3rd row - along with Infiniti levels of hospitality and driving pleasure, the new JX is another breakthrough design from the brand that has been breaking new ground for more than 20 years," Nakamura added. "We will continue to challenge conventional thinking."

Mazda 6 Wagon

Exterior design appeal combined with a spacious and functional interior is one of the current Mazda 6's strongest selling points. Mazda's new family face is introduced with the updated model for a strong, sporty look that's carried out in solid build quality. On the inside, a number of changes to the interior make the cabin even more reined. There are new decorative surfaces, new materials for the dash and steering wheel, new upholstery and colour combinations.
Exterior Design 

New fog lamps bezels are introduced that are more pointed and lowing. These bezels frame an "inner eye" made up of a round fog lamp inside a lowing lower lid for a strong sense of refinement. There are also newly-designed headlamps , and an upper grille with a new winged Mazda logo that is black on all grades and body-coloured on the Sports Grade. Deeply etched character lines running up from the grille between the fenders and the bonnet complete the most athletic Mazda 6 front ever.
The winged motifs from the front are repeated by the rear combination lamps that have new chrome- plated winged decorations that make the lamps look wider and seem to low even further into the side panels. The lamps themselves are a combination of clear lenses and LEDs . Mazda 6 facelift also gets stylish new 17- and 18-inch aluminium wheel designs that twist slightly for a very sporty, three- dimensional look. These not only enhance the silhouette with a premium look, they are also one kilogram lighter than the wheels of the previous model.

Taking Care Of Truck Trailer Parts For Preventive Maintenance

by: Mike Selvon

The sheer size and weight of a semi trailer tractor will make it extremely difficult to control once a chain of events leading to an accident gets started. You need to be sure that none of the truck trailer parts are faulty or worn by being sure to have preventative maintenance performed frequently. As well, you should always double check everything before heading out on the road.

Buying a commercial truck trailer is a big investment, as the total cost can easily exceed the cost of a new home, yet it can be used to generate a nice income as well. Often, the biggest expense for these rigs is the truck trailer repair, considering the cost of parts and labor these days. In addition to those costs you need to keep in mind that as an owner you are not generating any income when your vehicle is down for repairs, which is why it is so important to keep your vehicle in tip-top shape.

When you purchase a new tractor semi trailer you will normally receive a warranty that covers the vehicle for a period of time, usually about one year or until you reach a certain number of miles. Sometimes you will also be given the opportunity to buy an extended warranty and for some this may be a good investment, especially if you plan to keep the vehicle for several years.

Of course, many semi drivers can drive thousands and at times hundreds of thousands of miles without having any major problems by simply taking care of the truck trailer parts with routine preventative maintenance.

It is also a good idea to have some money set aside for the parts truck trailer repairs and maintenance, such as for the brakes, wheels, transmission and even the truck trailer hitch. As a matter of fact, many companies will set a driver up with what is called a maintenance fund.

A certain amount is put into the fund every pay period and then if you need repairs done, then the money is taken out of the fund. Repairs to a semi trailer tractor can quickly reach thousands of dollars so having some money set aside for it can be a big help.

If the dealership where you purchased your truck does not offer an extended warranty to cover your future repair truck trailer needs, then you can always check around with some of the independent insurance companies to see what they have to offer. However, keep in mind that not all policies are the same and not all cover the major truck trailer parts so be sure to ask them if their coverage includes these parts before purchasing the warranty.