Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 World Premiere

Lamborghini has unveiled it's sixth generation of V12-powered super machines at the Geneva Auto Show today. Replacing the Murcielago in Lambo's lineup, the Avantador LP700-4 is, According to Lamborghini CEO Stephan Winkelman "a jump of two Generations" due to it's Tremendous advancements in technology.

Rising from the level of an exotic to a true supercar, the LP makes 700-hp from a V12 engine, powering a machine built Almost entirely of carbon fiber, while using a racecar-style pushrod suspension, the company's impressive AWD system, as well as a compact and emotional ISR single-clutch gearbox.

The monstrously large machine is now 6-inches longer Than the car it replaces while being just fractions of an inch less wide. Yet for all its amazing attributes, the carbon fiber monocoque chassis is Perhaps the most astounding, allowing the Aventador to weigh just under 3.500 lbs weight in its dry form.

While the chassis is revolutionary, the design is Somewhat evolutionary Itself, a development of the fighter-jet looks We first saw with the Reventon. The Aventador That takes cues from the car as well as from the Estoque sedan concept, and retains the scissor doors have changed from Lambos That famous for. Another stylistic items, that's Also very functional, is the exterior vents on the car That open and close depending on Pls (and how much) cooling is needed.

As mentioned, the power comes from a 6.5-liter V12 engine, with a total of 700-hp on tap, as well as 509 lb-ft, and Pls combined with AWD propels the new Lambo flagship to 62-mph in a mere 2.9 seconds .

Part of That speed Also attributable to what it calls its Independent Lambo Shifting Rod (ISR) transmission, the which cans swap gears in just 50 milliseconds in a special Corsa mode, delivering a more impressive shift feel than a double-clutch while Also weighing unit significantly less.

Inside it's pure luxury with a new TFT-LCD screen for the dash instead of analogue instruments. It even features what Lamborghini's terms a "Drive Select System Mode" that allows the driver to adjust vehicle settings (including engine, transmission, differential, steering and stability control) to one of three pre-determined setups: Strada, Sport and Corsa.

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Japanese Automakers Halt Production Amid Natural Disasters

With the recent earthquakes and tsunamis devestating Japan, automakers in the country are announcing a series of plant closures. Toyota, Mazda, Honda and Nissan have all announced plans to close various factories through the middle of March, although the plants could remain shuttered beyond that timeframe.

Toyota led the pack by announcing that their plants would close due to supply chain issues related to the disasters. Production of all Scion models will be halted, while the Toyota 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, Prius and Yaris will see production capacities affected. Similarly, the Lexus GS, LS, IS, GX and LX models will face some kind of production decrease. While many of the company’s most successful models are produced in North America, production at Toyota facilities in Texas, Kentucky and Canada would be hit as parts supplies from Japan may be compromised.

Mazda has also suspened production at two plants in Hiroshima and Hofu, which build their entire range of vehicles. Honda announced that their plants, which export the Civic Hybrid, Insight and versions of the Accord, would see a halt until March 20th, while Nissan announced a stop production order at Japanese plants until March 18th.

It would appear that Mazda, which relies almost entirely on exports, will be hardest hit by the disaster, and we can only hope that both Japan and its car industry recovers quickly from this horrific tragedy.

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2012 Nissan GT-R delays Shipments Due to Earthquake

Given the recent events in Japan, it may not be entirely surprising that there are greater priorities than building fast supercars. As such, shipments of the 2012 Nissan GT-R to America have been delayed as the country struggles to rebuild after the devastating earthquake and tsunami.

Nissan North America reports that there is a “sufficient supply” of 2012 GT-Rs that have already been shipped to the US, but would not reveal precisely how many. The 2012 GT-R officially went on sale a few weeks ago.  The Tochigi Plant, where the GT-R is built, has reported some damage to the building and equipment, and has suspended operations until Friday.

Nissan issued a statement on Monday declaring that “some Infiniti models and Nissan GT-R and 370Z may experience delays in shipment to the U.S. and Canada, with full impact still being assessed,” but their plans for the New York Auto Show are still on schedule.

A shipment of 600 Nissan Leafs left Japan just before the earthquake, and are on their way to the US safely, just in time to help fulfill its massive demand.

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Renault to offer ‘get you home’ guarantee for EVs

Renault is set to eliminate the latest automotive peril of ‘range anxiety’ with a new “get you home guarantee” with its electric vehicles.

According to UK publication Autocar, Renault will deliver a replacement vehicle to stranded Renault EV drivers in Europe if their vehicle runs out of juice.

But think again before you set off on a road trip from Poland to Portugal expecting a new car every 100km.

Renault says the deal will only apply if the journey you were taking was realistic for the range of the vehicle, and the EV’s charge was drained because of unforeseen traffic jams or bad weather that would force the use of air-conditioning or the windscreen wipers.

Renault is yet to finalise the scheme, and is still to decide how many recoveries each driver will get per year.

Renault’s electric plans are as advanced as any manufacturer in the world, with the French brand to launch five electric vehicles by the end of 2014.

The electric Kangoo light commercial van will lead the way with its launch around the middle of this year. The exact timeframe is yet to be finalised, but the Fluence, Twizy and Zoe models will all be rolled out in Europe between the end of 2011 and the first half of 2013.

The three-wheeled, two-seater Twizy is reportedly attracting the most interest.

It is expected to go on sale in France in December with prices starting from 6990 euros ($9980), as well as a 45-euro ($65) monthly battery lease payment.

The Twizy will be powered by a 15kW/80Nm electric motor and will have a range of 100km on a full charge.

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Hybrid Cars Work of Artists France

Currently, the principals of the automotive world,  whether  in Asia, Europe and America more heavily-incessant drive to environmentally  friendly  technologies  for the vehicle.  Both the  hybrid  model  (including plug-ins), electric, hydrogen fuel cells are more developed muapun aimed at reducing global warming.

However, the technology offered to make the current price of the car (hybrid) could triple the gasoline engine. No wonder, when marketing still need government assistance and the amount was far below the gasoline engine.

Well, artists and teachers from France Thierry Dumaine try to create a concept hybrid car from his imagination which he called Ventile the maximum weight is 350 kg. Principles and works almost the same system with hybrid technology, even this very simple.

So, when the hybrid car, charging the motor function of deceleration and braking when done. While in Ventile, four wheels are circular fins on the rim, but not attached to the wheel rotates in accordance with rim-like windmills.

Not only that. In the center there is a big fan who played by the wind that is channeled encouragement from the front. Battery that is charged will drive two electric motors to run the two rear wheels

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Chevrolet Orlando di Mondial de LAutomobile Paris

It was reported earlier, Chevrolet will showcase four new products and a facelift in the fashion capital, Paris. The model is already quite familiar in Indonesia, although there is not yet marketed here. For example, 7-passenger MPV with three rows of seats, Orlando, and 5-door  hatchback, Cruze.

In addition to the above four models, the Chevrolet is also bringing Volt, electric cars or hybrid series, and Corvette.

The figure of Orlando's exciting not only for consumer cars in the country, but also in Europe. Because the shape of this vehicle is the MPV. There is a possibility, this one vehicle will be assembled in the country. The reason, Chevrolet wanted to increase the role or enlarge its market share in Indonesia or at least share in car sales in Indonesia with a growing trend lately.

The model that is new or looks new total from the previous model and the Cruze is the Aveo hatchback. Finally, he was marketed to Europe.

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VW Beetle Taxable "Recall"

Volkswagen (VW) conduct a recall campaign (recall) this inaugural year of the model New Beetle New Bettle and production Convirtable 2010. Not large, only 27 units produced 1 to 22 September 2010.karena not meet crash test standards  tests.

In car crash test drove at speeds below 50 km per hour. While the provision of the NHTSA, vehicle required raced over 50 miles per hour.

VW said the company contact customers starting today (1 / 2) and replace every unit with a replacement car is not just adding new security features. Until this news was revealed, there were no incidents related to the problem.

"Dealer (VW) offers a replacement unit with another model of comparable value to the consumer's car," said Institute for Occupational Safety and Road Traffic (NHTSA).

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VW "Recall" Routan Minivan

volkswagen must make withdrawals for repairs (recall) against Routan production in October 2009  to June  2010 with a  total  12,612  units. Withdrawal occurs because there are errors in the ignition system. Chrysler has reported such disturbances  on the product  and the  Dodge  Grand  Caravan  Journey  made ​​between August 3 to 17 June 2010.

Party of National Institute of Highway Safety (NHTSA) says that the machine Routan often die suddenly. This can lead to accidents.

Apparently, the Routan is produced by the Chrysler Town and Country also manufactures amounted to 250,000 units and affected by the recall because the same disease.

Last year, the VW also have done a recall of 15,902 production Routan 2008-2009. At that time the problem is the sliding door hinge that potentially shorted. For the present case Routan, VW is ready to replace the ignition is free. The program will be conducted on the campaign trail this April.

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Prepare for battle Suzuki R3 Avanza-Xenia

President Director of PT Indomobil Suzuki Motor and PT Indomobil Suzuki Sales Akira Utsumi said Indonesia is ready to touch Suzuki motorcycle sales  to 1 million units next year, including 200,000 cars per year to follow the trend of the domestic  market  continued to  strengthen. "I'm still new here. However,  seeing  such a  huge market potential  in Indonesia, Suzuki also stated its commitment," Utsumi said in Jakarta after introducing himself as "commander" Suzuki Indonesia ahead of the  weekend.

Suzuki is committed poured investment funds reached 700 million U.S. dollars, or Rp 6.3 trillion to double production capacity of cars and motorcycles in Indonesia. In addition, Suzuki also builds factory small capacity engine, 800 cc-1200 cc.

From the information obtained Kompas.com, Suzuki is currently preparing multipurpose vehicle (MPV) 7-passenger and low cost products and a green car for the Indonesian market. Just to remind, R3 concept cars on display at the Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) in August 2010 was ready to be realized to compete with Avanza-Xenia and fill the car segment worth Rp 150 million.

"In the near future, I think the government would issue this policy (low cost and green car). But if the current exit rules, we just moved, it's too late. So we have started a little,"

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