Mitsubishi ASX is French for Outlander Sport

Mitsubishi has revealed the Euro-version of the same Outlander Sport model that debuted earlier this year with an update on the New York Auto Show. No, the French do not call it Sport Royale (with cheese), but the ASX.

Crossover has received numerous tweaks aesthetics and engineering, including a revised interior fabrics. Designers also have left the old rotary push button switch for all-wheel-vehicle control system that supports pushbutton interface, although the biggest change came in the form prescribed by the multi-link rear suspension again. Choice of powertrain remains unchanged, however, with a total of three factory machines on the deck, including the 1.6-liter gasoline engine with 115 horsepower mated to a five-speed manual transmission in two-wheel drive configuration.

They hunt a smaller traction could step into the 1.8-liter diesel with 147 horsepower and 221 pound-feet of torque paired with a manual six-speed and a good buyer's choice of two-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive system. A low-CO2 1.8 diesel is also available with 114 horsepower. You can check out the full press release below for more information.
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PARIS - With a long tradition of pioneering technology and a presence in 160 + world market, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) is rather well equipped to embrace structural reshaping affecting the global automotive industry, either geographic or environmental.

Of the specific demands of emerging markets (vehicle affordable, powerful yet contemporary) with a renewed interest from the adults (down-size / lighter / more fuel efficient car), MMC has been pragmatic committed engineering resources to meet new needs, as highlighted in the "Jump 2013" business plan with clear targets (20% of EVs and PHEVs in the year 2020).

Covering a wide spectrum, MMC R & D is involved in many alternative solutions such as:

Global platform:
o B-Segment Global Small (Mirage)
o C / D-Segments Global Project [1] (ASX [2], New Outlander)
Downsizing:
o Taking Outlander Crossover concept one notch below the C-Segment ASX2
o Back to the roots with a Mirage B-Segment length 3710mm smart.
Weight loss:
o Significant gains in all areas for New Outlander quieter, safer and better equipped (about -100 kg max.)
Fuel economy / low emissions
o "Auto Stop & Go" made available to a wider range of models and powertrains
o Continuing improvements themselves very efficient MMC 4N13/4N14 Clean Diesel engine
o Further development of the gasoline engine architecture (New Outlander, Mirage)
Alternative powertrains:
o Expansion of the range Mitsubishi EVs
o The introduction of EV-based Mitsubishi Plug-in Hybrid technology (New Outlander)

"Solid - Secure - Simple"
With over 250,000 units sold worldwide since its launch in 2010 - including about 140,000 units in Europe, and Russia - ASX2 proven global success for Mitsubishi Motors, and the most appropriate development of innovative and versatile MMC-engineered architecture1 Global Projects .

Building a strong foundation, the Mitsubishi Motors held the world debut of the revised version of the compact crossover in Show 2012 New York Auto International in April before the start of the European career at the Paris Motor Show.

This latest sports ASX1 reshaped front face with soft lines that reflect the gradual transformation of the Mitsubishi design language and visual identity to the "Solid - Simple - Safe" engineering-driven look.

Likewise, the rear bumper has been refreshed to complement the redesigned front face,

Same - both
For European markets, a further update include, among others:

- New Cloth Interior
- New chrome accents to the front door
- All Wheel Control (AWC) pressing the play button switch is not present
- Revised multi-link rear suspension for improved handling and ride comfort

To be able to retail in Europe during the fall of 2012, this ASX1 evolution will be available to all current powertrains, including 125 recently introduced g / km (min.), 116 ps, 1.8 DID low (er) emission variants recognized MMC 4N1 Clean Diesel engine family.

PRELIMINARY SPECIFICATIONS
EU specifications
(All data subject to final homologation)

BODY:

Length: 4295 mm (same as MY12)
Width: 1770 mm
Height: 1625 mm (w rails / roof)
Wheelbase: 2670 mm

Powertrains:
AS & G Gearbox engine [3] 2WD or 4WD3
Europe (outside of RU, UA and KZ)

1.6 Petrol

86 kW (117 ps) @ 6000 rpm
Nm@4.000 154 rpm
Of 133 g / km

5 M / T 2WD Available

1.8 DID

110 kW (150 ps) @ 4000 rpm
300 Nm@2.000 ~ 3,000 rpm
Of 141 g / km

6 M / T 2WD or 4WD Available

1.8 DID CO2 Low

85 kW (116 ps) @ 3599 rpm
Nm@1.750 ~ 300 g / km

6 M / T 2WD or 4WD Available

( www.autoblog.com )

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Generation Ford Fiesta in Europe in 2013 Being

Antartika Raya - Since the Ford Fiesta first set foot into the world automotive market, the demand for cars continues to rise, and even used in rally racing. And since mid-2008 and sales hactchback sedan Ford Fiesta in the U.S. and European markets continue to rise.

 

With the success of tersebutlah, manufacturers will present the latest generation Ford Fiesta 2013. And that is as it is delivered from Motorauthority photo caught a Fiesta prototype model is being tested in Europe.

As usual, the car will use camoulfage prototype equipment to cover the form of a new vehicle. But usually, and most prototype cars will cover the entire bodynya so many people do not know the new manifestation of the vehicle. But the Fiesta only cover on the front of the car, so the 2013 Fiesta will change is different from the front view.

When viewed from the front fascia design if considered carefully will notice the similarity to the New Ford Modeo / Fusion. And a row of LED lights look beautiful pinned beneath the headlamps. While the grille shape, the typical subcompact model of the Ford Motor Company, which seems to take the grille design of the Ford Fiesta ST concept that has emerged in the past year.

In addition to the sector was caught on camera on the body, but also log booknya, where there Fiesta New specification. In this prototype using a three-cylinder EcoBoost 1.0 L GDI engine, and capable of producing a maximum power of 80 hp. And variants to be produced in the UK will be fitted with a turbo.

From the view of the preparations for the new product Ford Fiesta, 2013, and may be expected at the Geneva Motor Show 2012, held in March, 2013 Ford Fiesta shows its original form.

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Ford introduced the Model T on this date in 1908

Antartika Raya - One hundred and four years ago today - October 1, 1908 - Ford Motor Co. said the 20th attempt to build a car for the masses. Named after the 20th letter in the alphabet, the Ford Model T changed the history of the Apple iPhone street car then stimulate the public appetite for smart phones. Ford Model T continued in production for nearly 20 years, selling over 15 million copies. The impact on the car industry can not be overstated, so we will just copy and paste the description of the Henry Ford Model T Touring 1909 seen above:

 

        This 1909 Ford Model T is an icon of American innovation. Introduced in October 1908, the Model T was a success and soon will change the automotive industry, the nation and the world. The innovative design of the Model T automobile apart from the other day. A flexible and lightweight chassis allow it to adapt well to American roads are rough. A simple and efficient engines provide enough power to take the family on a Sunday drive in the country or running farm equipment. Model T is easy to operate and repair. And it's affordable. Price between $ 825 and $ 1000, Model T fell within the price range of many Americans. Henry Ford's intention was to produce a car "for a large number of people." Model T cheap, efficient and reliable puts the car ownership within reach of many people - and planted the desire for ownership in the minds of almost everyone. It put the world on wheels.

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First Electric Car From Toyota

Antartika Raya.-  Largest car company Toyota launched its newest product, namely cars with electric power called EQ. electric car with the power of a first draft of the cars made by Toyota to meet the needs of everyone who wants a car that is also environmentally friendly and fuel efficient. The Japanese car company said that this car is not much different from the previous car iQ.

Such electric car that previously had been issued by a number of car companies in Europe and noted that Toyota is the latest car manufacturer issued a car using electricity. This little cute car and can only be boarded by four persons only because this car is made for everyday transportation and short trips like heading to the supermarket to shop, to work, or to places that are not so far away.

In terms of the size and dimensions of this mobile eq 1.6800 mm width, length 3.115 mm and 1.535 mm tall car. other than that this car also uses a lithium-ion battery that has a size that suits your needs. From the producers confirmed that the Toyota car EQ is the most economical car in enrginya consumption compared with cars that use the same energy that confirms that this car is a car teririt in using energy in the world with the use of 104Wh/km.

With a capacity of 12kWh battery owned this little car can travel a long distance of 100 km when the battery once the content. For the time needed to charge the car's battery voltage depending on the amount used. If charged with using a voltage of 200 AC, the time it takes to fully charge is for 3 hours only, but if you want a faster filling can use DC power so it does not have to wait long for only fifteen minutes but the capacity is only up to 80% only.

This car will only be sold temporarily region of Japan and the United States alone. For sale itself the Toyota sold it for 3.6 million yen if dirupiahkan RP then the price could reach 445 million, the price is quite fantastic.

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Specifications Toyota Prius C

Antartika Raya. - Toyota Prius C specification machine carries a 1.5 liter 1NZ-FE VVT-i (73 hp) and use a 60 hp electric motor. With a system such machines, the Toyota Prius C can generate power up to 99 hp. Machine Toyota Prius C gasoline 1NZ-FE is no different than the second-generation Toyota Prius.

  Batteries Toyota Prius C is used nickel-metal hydride 144-volt. Toyota Prius C to give comfort to offer three different modes in riders: Normal Mode, Eco Mode and EV Mode.

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5 Cars European Super Cup of Champions

Antartika Raya.- The greatness of Spain cultivate the ball on the green field no doubt. It proved to notch the winner three times in a row, from Euro 2008, World Cup 2010, and now the 2012 European Cup.

But unfortunately not followed Spanish football success in the automotive field. Spanish name yet so nothing compared to Italy, Germany, England or the United States.

Even so, it does not mean Spain did not have a super car. Reported Carbuzz, Tuesday, June 3, 2012, there are at least five super cars they have.

First, the GTA Spano. This car's country of origin Matador has engine capacity of 8.3-liter V10, which can catapult power up to 820 hp. GTA Spano be able to run from 0-100 km in 2.9 seconds.

Maximum speed can penetrate 350 km / h. The car was manufactured only 99 units at a price of U.S. $ 750 thousand or approximately Rp 7 billion.

Second, Izaro GT-E. Eco-friendly sports car concept is supported by an electric motor, which can produce power up to 495 hp. As for the hybrid version of 416 hp.

Although environmentally friendly, the car was quite reliable invited speeding. From 0-100 km / h takes only 4 seconds with a mileage of 241 km.

Third, the Seat Cupra. SEAT cars made in 2003 is equipped with twin-turbo V6 engine, which can shoot up to 500 hp, and can reach a maximum speed of 294 km / h.

The design is similar to glance Bugatti Veyron, the fastest car in the world. It made the car slowly gained the nickname the Spanish version of the Veyron.

Fourth, Leon Supercopa. Supercar is carrying the turbocharged engine with a capacity of 2.0-liter engine that can produce power up to 296 hp. Not a good number for a sports car.

Lastly, Tramontana. Handmade car is only produced as many as 12 units per year. Aggressive Cars is reinforced engine plucked from Mercedes-Benz, the 5.5-liter V12 with a capacity that is equipped with twin-turbo.

The machine was brought Tramontana sped up to 325 km / h. The car is priced at U.S. $ 623,550 or Rp 5, 8bilion

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Mitsubishi Mirage city car expected to fetch 1,000 units / month

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Mitsubishi introduced three variants of Mirage city car with three variants namely Exceed-CVT Mirage, Mirage and Mirage GLS-CVT-5MT GLX with the difference in transmissions, interiors and braking systems.

PT Krama Yudha Tiga Berlian Motors (KTB) Mirage to sell on the road price range of Rp139 million to Rp165 million.

"Mitsubishi will launch the vehicle in the city car segment which has a good market, called Mirage," said Rizwan Alamsjah Executive Marketing Director at a press conference in Jakarta, Monday (17/9).

According to Rizwan, the vehicle will be introduced to the people of Indonesia at the Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) in Jakarta Fairground, Kemayoran.

Technology brings Mirage MIVEC engine which has a capacity of 1193 CC engine, 12 valve DOHC with three cilinder and powerful 77 horsepower.

KTB Rizwan target Mirage may sell as many as 1,000 units / month.

Until now KTB confessed Mitsubishi Mirage could produce as much as 150 thousand units / year for the entire world.

The vehicle according to Rizwan is fully imported from Thailand.

For Mitsubishi Mirage are booked in Thailand has reached 33 thousand units, while in Japan has booked as many as 5 thousand units.

"To sum Mirage booked in Indonesia itself has about 2 thousand vehicles," said Rizwan.

Rizwan claimed by application of the technology of the Mitsubishi, Mirage is believed to be able to compete in the city car market with other brands.

"The problem is not in the larger horsepower as rival Mirage, but our target is to provide eco car, convenient and practical vehicle," said Rizwan.

In IIMs, KTB will provide testing facilities to visitors driving Mirage yng car show event was held on 20 to 30 September 2012.

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Nuccio Bertone Concept Supercar Extreme Origin Italy

antartikaraya@blogspot.com.- Another of the Italian supercar will be exhibiting in public keeksotisannya automotive world. Bertone has existed as an era of classic sports car designer, said the results of the design such as Alfa Romeo Giulia GT, Lamborghini Miura, Lancia Stratos, Lamborghini Countach and the Ferrari 308.

Although it has been abandoned by its founder, Giusepe "Nuccio" Bertone since 1997, the company is still actively designing concept cars and production cars. Thus the appearance of the actual figure of Nuccio Bertone Concept will be exhibited at the Geneva Motor Show 2012.

Previously we only see a rough sketch of the design of this car. The name used by Nuccio Bertone Concept itself as a form of homage to the founder of this company.

Nuccio described as an extreme sports car with the engine retain traces of DNA-central Bertone Berlinetta. It looks low, muscular man with a one-box design, continuing the tradition of typical Bertone. But it still looks modern to visualize the future of automotive design.

In 2012, Bertone celebrates 100th birthday, and the concept of Nuccio and shape milestone celebrations. Besides Bertone, the Italian design house Carrozzeria Touring Superleggera other that is, Italdesign Giugiaro, Pinifarina, and the Istituto Europeo Design concept car will also feature Geveva each week

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Who's where: Luc Donckerwolke named Design Director at Bentley

Antartikaraya@blogspot.com.- Luc Donckerwolke has become branded Design and style Director regarding Bentley in the last round to advance inside the Volkswagen team, replacing Dirk vehicle Braeckel.

Donckerwolke moved through Scalp regarding Sophisticated Design and style VW, any article they have placed around 12 months. He or she is possibly most widely known regarding the work on this Lamborghini, supervise the structure regarding the Gallardo and also Murcielago - Lamborghini a pair of of the very prosperous and also long lasting ever before - through the occasion at Sant'Agata.
Donckerwolke sketch seat at the desk at home office throughout The nation
Just before Sophisticated VW, Seats and also Lamborghini, Skoda Donckerwolke also proved helpful throughout
Ex- Director regarding Design and style at Bentley, Dirk vehicle Braeckel, moved towards Volkswagen Class Design and style

His or her visit at Bentley, VW Class Design and style Key Wally de Silva said:. "Luc Donckerwolke delivered quite a few design and style abilities for you to Bentley intensive knowledge helps make him or her the right person to fight the near future design and style words regarding foreseeable future Bentley, where the business possesses substantial plans regarding brand new versions. "

He / she carried on, "I would want to appreciate Dirk vehicle Braeckel for the substantial share they have designed to this Bentley he already been observing this development of the Bentley brand and the progress of your brand new technology regarding ls spouse and children and also Mulsanne flagship.. "

Truck Braeckel techniques for you to Volkswagen Class Design and style placement that we haven�t already been established.

Donckerwolke, that before the placement at VW may be the Director regarding Sophisticated Design and style That seat design and style, getting rule at an exciting occasion regarding Bentley. Recently the business VEHICLE idea - 9F EXP - criticized upon debut throughout Geneva and also realized can go through any renovate. Donckerwolke will definitely cause this workforce in charge of the structure regarding next-generation Continental GT - of importance to brand growth and also continuing good results.

We anticipate speaking with Donckerwolke throughout Paris in relation to the brand new placement and also to find out more in relation to what we should assume up coming through the label of Crewe.

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2013 Ford Mondeo to get 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine

Antartikaraya.blogspot.com .Until now, Ford has installed the 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine in a small car, but the company is pushing the limits by announcing that the EcoBoost will be available as one of the engine options for 2013 redesign their cars Mondeo family.

  It's easy to feel sorry for the Mondeo. It's like one of the kids who continue to come home with a top value, but their parents think of them as a big disappointment. Although the Mondeo sold well and often go home with a prize for the best car in its class, it does have a reputation as something more boring cars at home doing the supermarket run than the rally circuit. This may be one reason why Ford has completely redesigned five times since its introduction in 1993.
The latest generation was introduced at the Show 2012 North American International Auto with Ford pulling out the stops to put in a little fun and make people forget that at the end of the day still Mondeo family car. Now Ford will be under the bonnet and replace the old line 3.0-liter V6 engine with a new three led by 1.0-liter Ford EcoBoost engine.The 1.0-liter Ford EcoBoost engine
Selected as the 2012 "International Engine of the Year," is a family of EcoBoost direct injection petrol engine developed by Ford to deliver the same power as a larger engine, but with the distance 20 percent better. Three-cylinder direct-injection turbocharged 1.0-liter engine has an independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT), a camshaft offset and comes in two versions - a 99 bhp (74 kW) and 123 hp (92 kw).
Also available in two versions, the 2013 Mondeo comes as a four-door and five-door, which has been developed for the European market. Some performance statistics have been released, although Ford says that the Mondeo will have the best mileage in its class. However, as small as the EcoBoost engine seems to us to be a bit anemic for a car that tends to weigh in about 3,300 pounds (1,500 kg) will the current model specification.
EcoBoost In addition, there will be gasoline Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) with a 2.0-liter petrol engines are powered by lithium-ion battery is 35 kW, and there was diesel all-wheel drive Ford says provides "superior traction, performance and handling."2013 Ford Mondeo HEV
Ford put a lot of emphasis on styling with the new Mondeo, said that sports coupe profile that provides "visual light." The lines more angular than previous versions with a sharp crease along the side of breaking the line and give a little visual flair. In front, there is a trapezoid grille like something stolen from an Aston Martin and a power-dome cap provides some accent. In addition, the Mondeo now has LED lights that automatically turn the steering wheel and adjust the projection beam to the speed of the vehicle. The only real sour note is that the five-door version looks overheavy and a bit stiff from a certain angle.
The interior of the Mondeo is dominated by soft-touch materials and premium finishes. Gadgets include voice-activated SYNC with MyFord Touch with and eight-inch color touchscreen plus the ability to act as a Wi-Fi hotspot for up to five devices. For safety, the European Mondeo is Ford's first rear inflatable seat belts have an expanding impact.

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