Lada Vesta has gone on trial in Europe

AvtoVAZ said that one of the first cars Lada Vesta, collected as part of a pilot lot, went to the tests in Europe. Tests on the final design assistants – the second stage. Next summer will be held the final third.

Sedan Lada Vesta from the “pilot” party was sent to Europe to undergo complex tests. Will also be made lapping Electronic Stability ESP, which will include as standard Lada Vesta.

During the upcoming tests will determine the optimum settings of the systems of the new “West”. It is reported that AvtoVAZ will receive all the necessary data to the beginning of serial production of new items, which, recall, is scheduled for late September 2015.

Experts will evaluate the work of the anti-lock and traction systems, processes brake force distribution along the axes of the vehicle, as well as stability control and prevent slipping on the rise at the beginning of the movement. It is noted that the test of the new Lada Vesta will be made in accordance with international standards.

YNapomnim earlier portal “Car-Boom.com” reported that the debugging of electronic security systems Lada Vesta will be produced in Germany .

Recall that in early December, the network appeared photos headlights series “Vesta” . The decision on the LED daytime running lights is still pending.

Has been repeatedly reported that the price of the new sedan Lada Vesta will start with a mark of 400 thousand rubles. Recently, the President of AvtoVAZ Bo Andersson said the price tag on the model can be revised : 400,000 rubles declared will be relevant only if the euro will cost 42 rubles.

Lada Vesta has gone on trial in Europe

Opel will not produce larger Insignia sedan

In an interview with the president of the European Car Magazine division of General Motors, Karl-Thomas Neumann said that in the coming years, Opel will not produce particularly large sedan.

According to a top manager, Europe now does not need big cars, and the future of the brand for models like Adam.

Neumann made ​​it clear that the Insignia sedan remains the most important brands of Opel , and in the coming years, the Germans are not going to produce a larger car with the same body. “Segment cars, bigger our flagship sedan is very narrow and intense. Given the fact that our customers are quite conservative in their preferences, we are quite hard to get into this niche. In addition, we believe that now is the notion of “premium car” changed due to the new possibilities of individualization Adam can be considered a modern premium cars “, – he said.

In addition, Neuman explained why Chevrolet left the European market: “In contrast to all over the world, in Europe, this brand is positioned as an extremely low cost and customer cars” Chevrolet “was associated primarily with the brand Daewoo. Similar products also have Opel, with the result that sales suffered two companies. “

According to the German, who manages GM Europe over the past two years, the current generation model Zafira was “too large and expensive” and the next version of the car will be more crossover. “Design Zafira and Meriva will change and become more emotional and city”, – said Karl-Thomas Neumann.

Opel will not produce larger Insignia sedan

Shelby Cobra roadster Jubilee will be sold without motor

For special dates in the company prepared a special version Shelby Cobra American roadster, repeats the style of the famous cars half a century ago.

Novelty called 50th Anniversary.

The new version of the car in 1965 will be officially presented to the public in January at the auction Barrett-Jackson, which will be held in the United States. Updated sports car differs from the first version of the modern racing car brakes, enlarged fuel tank 104 liters and other devices on the front panel. In addition, future owners can choose roadster car body material – it may be of aluminum or fiberglass.

50th Anniversary Shelby Cobra 427 with metal body panels proved to be much more expensive version with elements of glass. The cost of the first $ 995 is 179, while the second modification will cost 119,995 dollars. In this case, the cost of “Cobra” are not part of the engine and transmission, which will be sold separately.

Information on manuf not disclosed, but the publication Gizmag found out that a sports car can get a 400-hp engine worth 50 thousand dollars or 700-strong unit for 70 thousand dollars. Results will be released 50 copies of the machine.

The original Shelby Cobra 427 1965 was equipped with a 7.0-liter “Ford’s» V8 capacity of 410 horsepower, which allows you to accelerate from 0 to 96 km / h in 4.5 seconds and a top speed of the car reaches 265 km / h.

Shelby Cobra roadster Jubilee will be sold without motor

We will turbocharged Ford "EcoBeast"

A few days ago, Ford registered in the US Patent Office and Trademark name EcoBeast.

The document stated that the new trade name applies to vehicles and engines.

Given the predilection for turbo fordovtsy family EcoBoost, there is no doubt that the Americans are preparing to debut something “charged” and turbocharged.

Earlier, the term was not used in EcoBeast vocabulary representatives of Ford , so the US media immediately began to build a theory of varying degrees of plausibility. Perhaps the most realistic option can be called a company’s plan to release a new and powerful pickup. This is explained by the fact that the above people’s nickname before that owners have come up with the F-150 with a 3.5-liter V6, and the manufacturer has developed a popular idea.

Thus, the engine EcoBeast may appear on the “charged” version of the F-150 pickup truck SVT Raptor next generation. Now this modification of the machine is equipped with 6.2-liter “aspirated” to return 411 horsepower.

In addition, “The Beast” can be a very powerful offshoot of an existing line of EcoBoost motor or general concept car, which is now allegedly being developed in Ford . Given the approach of the international motor show in Detroit, which will take place next month, new details of a mysterious patent may appear very soon .

We will turbocharged Ford "EcoBeast"

BMW hang on the sedan M3, AT LEAST 67 logo "M"

When automakers are preparing for their cars special modifications, they necessarily mean badges, as a rule, on the body and interior, for example, on the backs of the seats. However, the Bavarians from BMW that was not enough, and his M3 sedan generously supplied 67 units logo “M”. Count conducted in the automotive publication Car & Driver, the car became an object of study, provided for long-term testing.

Journalists began counting from the bottom of the car. It turned out that there dwells the most number of logos. Three letters “M” were seen on the cover plate under the engine, another 4 – under the exhaust system and noise insulation materials. The design of the suspension was seen about 20 logos: one for each block on the wheels and brakes on various joints of the suspension, and so on. On the back of Car & Driver noticed only 4 logo: on the radiator grille, fenders and trunk lid. If you open the trunk of a sedan, the logos can be seen on the body of the engine, radiator and even brackets for the headlights.

Next 2 logo can be found on the rapids BMW M3, as well as on the gear lever on the steering wheel and pedals. Logos “M” are illuminated on the back of the front seats and the dashboard light up immediately 2 “M” matches when at least one of the doors open.

Thus, 67 journalists have been able to find logos on one sedan – and that’s just the ones that can be seen from the outside. If remove body panels and peer into the design, there may be more.

BMW hang on the sedan M3, AT LEAST 67 logo "M"

Mclaren Sports series debut in New York

British supercar manufacturer McLaren intends to launch on the market next year, its a completely new model. Now she has a codename Sports Series, but can change it when you exit the series. In the model range model will be “younger”, and although her appearance is already quite close to it is still not much is known of the facts. Autocar tried to collect data vst together.

So, McLaren Sports Series debut next year at the April New York International Auto Show. Approximate cost of the model is estimated at 130,000 pounds, and its main competitors will be the Porsche 911, Mercedes-AMG GT and BMW i8. It will be the final link in the long-promised three-model range McLaren (in addition to 12C and 650S). According to Mark Flyuita, president of the British brand, car delivery will begin in the last quarter of 2015. At the moment, McLaren dealer network has 60 salons, but can expand to 100.

Every year, McLaren intend to collect thousands of 2-2.5 its affordable supercar, which will be presented in several versions. So far, no official details about its technical and mechanical characteristics not, but the British had already published several teasers and told a little bit about his exterior. First of all, the owners of Sport Series should please a wide doorway and a comfortable fit in the car – the company decided that this car will be used in everyday life, so you need to make it more practical. The model is based on a unique version of the carbon chassis, received LED headlights and doors “butterfly wings”.

In the future, McLaren plans to create a range of affordable supercar, “central” model and a luxury car for the most affluent customers.

Mclaren Sports series debut in New York

Nissan spoke about the innovations for Tokyo Tuning Show

Coming January in the automotive world will be marked by several major events. First of all, so it’s Detroit Auto Show, which will be presented to the automotive industry many new products and new concept cars. Also, although before this was unusual for automakers, but several presentations from automotive brands are expected at the Consumer Electronics Show. Finally, the least ambitious of the January events can be considered and auto tuning Motor Show in Tokyo, which will be held from 9 to 11 numbers. Take part in it will be mostly Japanese manufacturers. We already know what to expect from Subaru pavilion in Tokyo, and now about their “exhibits” told in the Nissan.

Japanese brand was terse about the upcoming exhibition. One thing is clear – there will be many new products, but few details about them. It is known that the Juke compact crossover will be presented in two different interpretations. First, Personalization Advanced Concept, has a yellow exterior with stripes on the back, black rims, front spoiler and side skirts developed. Another version, so Juke – Nismo RS, received an “upgrade” from the factory tuning studio: enhanced efficiency of the engine, retuned suspension, brakes installed productive. The cabin seats Recaro, a set of equipment includes electric power steering.

Electric e-NV200 minivan also not escaped the tuning, it will be presented as a concept Sports Utility Gear in black and gold exterior. Details of Japanese silent. Nissan GT-R Nismo – GT3 is a race car series FIA GT3, it is easier, more efficient and has a better weight distribution and effective aerodynamic body kit. Also studio NISMO present a series of packages improvements and spare parts for the upgrade for vehicles Nissan.

Nissan spoke about the innovations for Tokyo Tuning Show

At the Auto Show in Detroit will dominate sportscar and utilitarian Auto

Automobile portal Edmunds put together what is known today about the premiers of the North American auto show, which will be held in Detroit from 12 to 25 January. It turns out that the productive utilitarian and sports cars eclipse in America “green” innovations. That, however, is not surprising, given the historically low gasoline prices.

From sports novelties one of the most anticipated premier will be a new generation Acura NSX. Sports car with twin-turbo V6, all-wheel drive and a pair of electric motors. Premium brand has already shown the teaser news, and before that was available photographs taken during the tests on the Nürburgring racetrack.

Takezh will feature new versions of powerful Cadillac CTS-V, Lexus GS F crumbs and Mini John Cooper Works. Ford will present in Detroit generous portion of their sports cars from the portfolio of the new unit Ford Performance. Among them will be the successors of Ford GT, Mustang Shelby GT350R, as well as more affordable for motorists charged hechtbek Ford Focus RS. In addition, the American brand managed to realize a car and sporting character, and endurance with brutality – a new generation of Ford F-150 SVT Raptor – super-pickup, which in the previous version gave 411hp.

Utiliztarnyh of cars is also worth mentioning pickup Nissan Titan and Toyota Tacoma, which will debut in Detroit. Among SUVs should expect two premieres premium – the new Audi Q7 and the Lexus RX. Do not go this time and without concepts: five-seat crossover from Volkswagen and Honda Pilot.

With regard to environmental cars, the most long-awaited premiere will be a new generation of hybrid Chevrolet Volt prototype fuel cell Honda FCV

At the Auto Show in Detroit will dominate sportscar and utilitarian Auto

Audi exclusive work on individual orders RS6 Avant

Unit Vehicle Personalisation Audi Exclusive presented a unique version of the RS6 Avant, which was first released at the Geneva Motor Show last year.

The model is equipped with bi-turbo “eight” 4-liter, whose output is 700 Nm and 560 hp of maximum torque. So it’s top speed is 190 mph/ h, and from zero to 62 mph/h and it accelerates in 3.9 sec. The power plant is combined with an 8-speed Tiptronic gearbox and drive and on both axes Quattro.

Some buyers premium cars are willing to give them a more unique and exclusive to those steel display their individual style and preferences. Therefore, in many premium brand cars have separate divisions for personalization of cars, including Audi.

For someone created this unique RS6 Avant is unknown, but thanks to photographs Audi, it is possible to consider in detail. The car body is painted in matte gray shade in the exterior styling is used carbon fiber. Black wheels emphasize the serious attitude of the car. Inside continues the same colors. Black leather seats, carbon fiber inserts and a yellow line in the upholstery.

Audi exclusive work on individual orders RS6 Avant

The team continues to demand from the FIA relief in freezing engines

Three teams of Formula 1 continues to put pressure on the FIA, so they will take a softer frozen engines and motors allow other suppliers to catch up with Mercedes. The team from Stuttgart, expectedly, opposed to such an outcome of cases.

Formula 1 is one of the most expensive sports championships in the world. Not only that, it spent a lot of money for salaries, prizes and bonus payments, logistics, so teams still have to incur substantial expenses in connection with the development of its own chassis and engines buying from suppliers, and they, in turn, forced to sell on motors solid prices since their creation also requires significant investments.

To somehow contain costs, FIA provided “freezing” of engines. The ban on completion of engines during the season. There are, of course, small items that can be modified, but without significant impact. At the same time, Renault, Ferrari and Honda simply do not have time to finalize the power plants to compete with Mercedes.

It must be admitted that Mercedes tried their best, designing a new chassis and a new engine – a hybrid turbo V6. Last season, the team won all of the Stuttgart Grand Prix with the exception of three, and having been absolutely on every podium. If the FIA does not fear that the next season will take place in the same way, they should give motorists more freedom – so admonished organizers team Red Bull, Ferrari and McLaren.

Mercedes, of course, oppose this because they do not want to lose the advantage, but attributed this to the fact that in this case, the cost of manufacturing of engines go out of control.

The team continues to demand from the FIA relief in freezing engines

Prototype Infiniti Q30 brought to the winter testing

Infiniti continues to work on the accession to the premium segment of compact cars with the new hatchback Infiniti Q30. Premium cars require special attention and care, build quality and finish care needs. And in order for premium “beauty” is not coveted attackers, you can install a car alarm. Before you buy, decide from whom you want to protect your car, and what features you want to see in the alarm system. And, of course, it is not necessary to demonstrate to third parties bunch of keys from the car or sculpt a colorful sticker with the name brand car alarm on the windshield.

In work on the hatchback Infiniti Q30 Japanese premium brand enlisted the support of the German “colleague» Mercedes-Benz. The Germans pledged to equip turbocharged hatchback “four” 2.0-liter, which is installed on the model Mercedes-Benz level «Entry», including on the GLA. Compact crossover, in fact, will be the main “donor” technical component of the car. On a test prototype can be seen that although the proportion of GLA in general preserved, the German platform has not prevented Infiniti make a hatchback design brand elements: grille, unique design area otsekleneniya and long hood.

Recall that the concept Infiniti Q30 was presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show more than one year ago. Competitors premium hatchback will be the BMW 1-Series and Audi A3, and later the model will be made in the back of a crossover. Assembling the Japanese premium hatchback will be launched first in the factory Nissan Motors in Sunderland, UK, one of the largest automotive companies in Europe. A 2016 Infiniti Q30 production should start and the American brand factory in Tennessee.

Prototype Infiniti Q30 brought to the winter testing

Sedan XE can be the first Jaguar vehicle assembly of China

The new XE – the first representative of mid-size car segment in the Jaguar model range since 2009. The sedan will go on sale next year, and so far he has not even had time to go crash safety tests. It should be noted that the children in the car should definitely be in the special seat with the necessary protection. Transport children without car seats – is prohibited by law and may result in substantial fines, not to mention the fact that children’s safety is extremely important.

But while the Jaguar XE did not come out on the market, the British decide where to collect it. In Western countries the premium sedan will come with a factory in Solihull, UK. Another production line of XE can open the factory Jaguar Land Rover in China, this Automotive News reported representatives of the brand, although later press secretary said that no concrete plans about this company does not have.

Currently in China, operates a joint venture between Jaguar Land Rover and local automaker Chery Automobiles. The plant has already launched production Range Rover Evoque, later on the conveyor must get a new Land Rover Discovery Sport. By 2016, production at the plant should make 130,000, and this may well help sedan Jaguar XE. Now it comes with a factory in India.

This year, the British company expects to sell 20,000 Jaguar cars in China, which is only one-fifth of the total sales of Jaguar Land Rover group in the country. However, representatives of the brand optimistic about the Chinese market launch XE and believe that it can radically change the numbers. By 2017, Jaguar plans to achieve global sales volume of 200 000 cars per year (from about 80,000 this year), which plans to release 3 new models and expand production capacity in Brazil and Saudi Arabia.

Sedan XE can be the first Jaguar vehicle assembly of China

KIA use images Stig in advertising minivan

After a day of many people want to relax, spend time with family and just distract from the work and worries. Automotive life is full of surprises, curiosities, funny and instructive stories, and sometimes you can laugh at these funny situations. And if you own a minivan Kia Sedona, then escape from worries, you can still before get home – a new generation of this model, created using the finest materials and with an eye to the high level of comfort. Even the “Stig” from Top Gear is able to appreciate it!

Advertisers KIA known for their rollers with hamsters as the main characters. However, in advertising the new generation Kia Sedona they decided to depart from tradition and used the image Stig – chief pilot program Top Gear. Frames at the beginning of advertising promise some action on the racetrack, speed and style, but seconds later we overlook the comfortable interior of the car and the three “Stig” who did not think about speed, but rather to enjoy the comfort and tranquility in the car. One Stig adjusts navigation, the second passionate about the iPad, and the third one is trying to find the right position for a comfortable stay.

Apparently, so marketers have tried to express in advertising twofold Kia Sedona new generation. On the one hand, it is a family minivan, providing a decent share of the convenience and functionality, and on the other – it’s pretty aggressive design, the style of “crossover” and 3.3-liter “six” power 276hp. Under the hood. During the presentation, representatives of KIA car stubbornly avoid the word “minivan”, preferring to call Sedona “multifunctional” car. As far as the South Korean company managed to move away from the image of boring minivans and interested buyers can learn from the sales figures.

KIA use images Stig in advertising minivan

Ford Racing offers customers maximize their EcoBoost

Car Tuning can be divided roughly into two categories: external and technical. To External include everything that enhances the style of the exterior of the car, new materials and finishes, painting, adding different elements and even removable toning your arms. For technical tuning include everything that concerns the improvement of its design: it increased the impact of the power unit, suspension settings, the installation of high-performance brakes and others. As a rule, if for tuning contact the third-party company, you may lose the warranty on the car. However, some car manufacturers have their own proprietary “tuners”, but there is a small catch.

American brand cars Ford offers customers “pump” their EcoBoost engines using the blower for $ 595. Together with the client automatically receives a supercharger kit options that can make accurate response transmission, increase engine power, speed, and better control of the turbo mode. When you press a certain button in the cabin tuners promise to increase the maximum torque of 120 Nm. However, as stated in the Ford Racing, the American owner of the car does not lose the guarantee on the car. Although it is a moot point.

The fact that Ford Motor and Ford Racing legally different persons, therefore, to put it simply, the owner of a Ford car is not “not lose” guarantee, and it will be replaced on warranty Ford Racing. So, if one is on the car was a standard warranty of five years and 60,000 miles driven, after “pumping” it will change for three years and 36,000 miles, like Ford Racing. If the car had to travel more than 36,000 miles, it is hardly worth it at all count on the warranty. The supercharger is available for two engines: a 2.0-liter EcoBoost in the Focus ST and the 1.6-liter EcoBoost in the Fiesta ST.

Ford Racing offers customers maximize their EcoBoost

For Rental car comes the revolution

Car Rental, slowly but surely, moving towards a revolution in the world of car use. According to statistics, in Russia, the industry is developing dynamically, adding 20-30% annually. What can we say about the West, where car rental is becoming almost an equivalent alternative to buying it? Among the advantages of the lease can be identified and that the tenant is not required to bear the additional cost of the car – to change tires, to serve, to repair dents and other types of damage.

One of the little known facts about owning a car is that 90% of its “life” it stands parked in the parking lot or at home. Yes, the machine can work for 24 hours, but do not need to motorists. There are days when the car and did not need, standing idle in the garage. And when you need it, its operation takes only a few hours a day. The only exception is that when the car is used for travel, but then it does not happen so often. However, despite this, the car owner spends huge amounts of money to buy it, refueling, repair and maintenance.

Journalist AutoExpress says that one day for some reason left without a car. He had two options: to use public transport or car rental services. Deciding to try something new, he leaned toward the latter. Within five minutes, he received an e-mail confirming your reservation on the five-door hechtbek with a 1.4 liter engine – 7 pounds a day. At the same time he did not have to provide credit history, it did not impose additional insurance and not limit it to run the car, and the car looked neat, clean and almost new.

In India, for example, young people fundamentally refuse to buy cars: weekdays they use bicycles or mopeds and cars for rent on weekends. In general, the car rental market is developing around the world, and that means big savings for businesses and reduce the cost of rent for clients.

For Rental car comes the revolution

Opel Adam S has expanded its line Adam next year

German brand  cars in recent years has been able to create some very successful car. This compact crossover Mokka and urban hatchback Adam. Russian buyers, but rather interested in the price of Opel Insignia and equipment of this vehicle, as it remains one of the most popular in the domestic market. In Europe, the new trend is to reduce the size of cars and their high degree of personalization, especially for the soul of youth. Opel Adam – just one of these cars, and in addition to the many options of colors and materials, it is available in two versions – Rocks and S.

Opel Adam Rocks – a kind of “off-road” modification hatchback, which, of course, is not suited for this off-road, but is equipped with the best defense of the body and has increased ground clearance. Modification of S, on the other hand, makes a small hatchback conqueror race track – in this version of the 1.4-liter engine produces 150hp car and 220 Nm of torque, plus 50hp 90nm compared to the standard version. Thanks to these reforms, hatchback accelerates to a top speed of 200 km / h, and from zero to 100 km / h up to speed in 8.5 seconds. In the UK, this version will go on sale in April next year.

In addition to the obvious benefits for the car’s performance, engineers have tried and for the benefit of the environment. The new power plant is equipped with a stop-start system, which, coupled with the reduced mass of the “Adam” provides more efficient fuel consumption and lower emissions of harmful substances into the atmosphere. Externally Opel Adam S differs from the standard version not only coloring but also blacked daytime running lights and taillights. Its equipment includes climate control and multimedia system IntelliLink with full compatibility with smartphones Android and Apple, as well as connectivity features USB, Bluetooth, 7 speakers and a 7-inch touch screen.

Opel Adam S has expanded its line Adam next year

German car premium brand will present at CES 2015 innovations

In the automotive world, there are many varieties of major events: there are the usual car dealerships, where the presentation of new cars and concepts, there is an exhibition of auto accessories and tuning, or to see how the professionals are changing the face of cars. Until now, automakers have not been as active in the presentation of new technologies, but soon things can change.

At the Consumer Electronics Show CES in Las Vegas, one of the main exhibits will be automotive technology from the German premium brands. With the arrival of new players in the industry who are trying to win a leading position in the field of technological cars, the German “three”, you must activate their resources to justify the high prices of cars.

Mercedes in early January will present a prototype of the car with the local government, which will demonstrate how could affect the foundations of the existing traffic communication between vehicles and communication between vehicle and infrastructure. Also show that the Germans might look like the interior of the vehicle.

Audi will arrive in Las Vegas with new infotainment technologies. In particular, the company will show a removable plate, which is included in the equipment of the new generation Q7. The tablet can be used rear passengers to control the secondary functions of the car.

BMW will bring to America the innovative technology without a driver parking in multi-storey parking garages. Car is looking for space with the help of sensors and cameras is also able to independently leave the car park to the owner.

The most obvious competitors in the field of technological cars is an American brand Tesla. Not so long ago the company announced the emergence of self-car technology, as well as for the industry’s exclusive system firmware update over the air.

German car premium brand will present at CES 2015 innovations

Crossover Toyota Harrier received special model with an unusual design

Toyota has introduced a special version Elegance G crossover Toyota Harrier, which in essence is a harbinger of the next Lexus RX. Unlike the standard version, the car was very controversial “sport” exterior design, which does not fit with the characteristics of the power plant.

While the regular version Toyota Harrier looks quite strictly by the standards of the latest trends in the Japanese car design, modification Elegance G was quite elaborate. The main changes were the front of the car – there appeared dramatically perelitsovanny bumper with enlarged “chin” and a new grille. In addition, the car has received a diffuser in the rear bumper and the extra “gloss” thanks to the chromed exhaust pipes.

Updated ekserer news does not correspond to the motor vehicle, since under the hood installed ordinary 2.0-liter petrol power unit with a capacity of 151 hp and a torque of 193 Nm. As transmission can only select variator Super CVT-i. In the “base” car front-wheel drive, but should soon appear, and all-wheel drive version. The cost in Japan – about 22 thousand euros.

Recall the last generation Toyota Harrier was presented in the fall of 2013. Compared to its predecessor, the car slightly reduced in size, but that did not stop to make the crossover interior roomier and safer.

Crossover Toyota Harrier received special model with an unusual design

The most expensive version of the Lexus LS will receive a hydrogen plant

The new generation Lexus flagship sedan can get hydrogen power plant with fuel cells, similar to the one that was developed for the first serial vodorodomobilya Toyota – Model Mirai. It is expected that this modification will be presented in 2017 and will be the most expensive “Lexus” in history.

Toyota has recently unveiled its first production car with fuel cells – a model of Mirai and promised that by 2020, will annually produce up to 50 000 of these machines. Australian edition Motoring found out that the next move of the Japanese to expand the model line vodorodomobiley will release modification Lexus LS FCEV.

Japanese engineers have to exert a lot of effort to establish a promising power plant in the sedan, which was originally developed under the classical internal combustion engine, as well as hybrids have become commonplace. In addition, the hydrogen system requires intensive cooling, so the huge air intakes Mirai can be transplanted to the “Lexus” in a modified form.

Insiders at the company’s claim that the mass trends premium exceed two tons, but nevertheless, there will be less a few hundred pounds than the current hybrid LS. It is assumed that the fuel tanks with hydrogen accommodate under the rear seat row and partially under the rear shelf. Approximate capacity of the fuel cell, which will be located under the front seats will be about 150 kW.

Australians claim that the new Lexus LS FCEV can pass on one “refueling” 384 kilometers, which is almost one hundred less than the Mirai, and the cost of the vehicle exceeds the current 120,000 dollars for LS 600h L (in the US).

The most expensive version of the Lexus LS will receive a hydrogen plant

Former employees of Nokia developed the alarm for wheels

In an era of active development of GPS-search market, a lot of systems that can help track down a stolen car. However, a team of specialists, previously worked at Nokia, went a little further and came up with a system of protection for wheels.

The new service called Project Overlord developers have created a small receiver that plugs into the tire of the vehicle and responds to attempts to remove the wheel. In this case, the system can be installed not only in vehicles of all types, but also motorcycles, bicycles, and indeed in the wheel of any vehicle and machinery. Details of the developers have not yet reported, but, apparently, this system will work in different cases differently.

For example, in the car sensor will be triggered if the gap fix wheels off the ground, that is, when you try to put the car thief on the jack and remove the wheel. In this case, the system will take four consecutive steps: first, send an alarm to the owner of the smartphone, then turn GPS tracker, which will track the movement of the wheel, and then starts a loud sound to scare away the thief, and then automatically call the police.

In the case of two-wheeled transport algorithm is slightly different: the device will respond to the beginning of the movement. In addition, the creators are currently thinking about how to turn his invention into a full-fledged anti-theft device that will emit a loud alarm sounds directly from the wheels and track the movement of the car.

It is assumed that the service support system will cost the owner of a $ 65 per year. However, how much will it cost the device itself, the sponsors are not reported. Currently in Project Overlord seeking financing to complete the development and organization of production.

Former employees of Nokia developed the alarm for wheels

Professional rider Audi S1 went out to start against student

Audi has released a video of the original racing duel. Winner touring and rally racing Mattias Ekström driving 600-strong car Audi S1 tried to outrun a radio-controlled model, which was piloted by 13-year-old Mika Vidmayer.

However, the pilot of a radio-controlled version of Audi S1 ​​was not so simple – in his 13 years Mika has become a two-time German champion among juniors in this kind of competition. Full race car and his counterpart from the remote control held in the industrial complex and vaguely resemble the famous American athlete rollers Ken Block.

Mika Vidmayer ran his fireballs with the help of video cameras installed on it and the monitor. At the same time, if Mattias Ekström had to go around obstacles using all the possibilities of the engine and the transmission of its hatchback (he acted on it in this season of world championship rally-cross), its radio-controlled opponent just slipped under most of them.

The video ends is to be expected in the style of “friendship has won.” However, the goal of this video sounded very extreme in the final race. “A small car – a great pleasure,” – said the athlete. Obviously, this film is not only Audi congratulates his fans a Merry Christmas, but also recalls its compact family.

Professional rider Audi S1 went out to start against student

Renault is preparing its own version of the crossover

In 2015, Renault is ready to introduce a new crossover model, which will be based on the platform of Nissan Qashqai. This is reported by foreign media, providing news spy shots, with the workers during road tests.

The new crossover Renault will be based on the platform of Common Module Family, which was announced back in June of last year. The platform will provide the basis for a whole 14 models of Renault-Nissan. It is expected that the novelty of the French borrow from the Japanese “brother” technical stuffing, including powertrain. However, the design will be completely fresh. Renault chief designer said that when creating a new crossover they will try to repeat the success of the compact crossover Captur, which has already won the hearts of many motorists in Europe. So that the design of the two models may be similar.

However, this is not the only new Renault in the segment SUV, which is rapidly gaining popularity all over the world. Vice President Mark Stephan Mueller also said that preparing to release two brand new SUV. It is expected that they will belong to the C and D segments. Muller has chosen not to go into details, but I noticed that the cars will be available and will be deprived of extra expensive equipment. Release date of these new products is not reported, but the French version of the Qashqai to debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March next year.

It is worth noting that the Russian market in the next year too, there will be no prime. This year, the French introduced new Russian motorists Logan, Sandero and Sandero Stepway, the details of updates to 2015 yet.

And better than you can imagine, the new strategy is always the best choice for a wonderful display of crossover on the road! With no patient will wait for the show!

Renault is preparing its own version of the crossover

Rear passengers Audi Q7 will be personalized tablets

German office Audi has released a video telling about the plates for rear passengers in the new generation Audi Q7. Video shows the device in action, although their functionality has become known earlier.

Exterior flagship SUV German premium brand showed no revolution, but the interior is really pretty and has changed significantly. Not so much by new finishing materials, but because of new technologies. One of them – a multimedia system MMI, which runs on the processor NVIDIA Tegra 3. Moreover, the system has not only screen in the center console – surcharge customers can purchase 1 or 2 plates for rear passengers.

The plates are mounted on a special frame on the front seats. They have a diagonal of 10.1 inches, based on the Android platform and have access to the app store Google Play. The tablet runs on a modern processor NVIDIA Tegra 4 and are connected to Wi-Fi. With the help of wireless Internet user can connect to the net, watch movies and listen to radio. The device supports Bluetooth and NFC, and also has access to maps navigation MMI. And, of course, passengers can browse media content, audio, photos and videos. A distinctive feature of the tablet is its resistance to low temperatures and shock.

Good news for fans, and especially for passengers Audi Q7.

Rear passengers Audi Q7 will be personalized tablets

Takata President Stephen Stoker resigned

President of the Japanese Takata Corporation Stephen Stocker has resigned for personal reasons, said the press service of the company. This is also due to the fact that companies need to actively respond to the situation with the withdrawal of the airbag, and this may contribute to the appointment as head of the corporation Sigehisa Takada, the grandson of its founder.

The scandal surrounding the airbag broke earlier this year. Defect device is squib, because theft is revealed too much pressure. As a result of the internal components is broken, and fly in the cabin as fragments. We already know about these five fatal cases, and dozens of cases ended passenger injuries. Defect prone cars assembled in the early 2000s. For several years various brands were recalled more than 24 million vehicles worldwide. Particularly aggressive revocable action takes place in the United States.

Swiss Stefan Stocker became the first foreign president of Takata, which came from the German company Bosch. Racks, however, does not leave the corporation permanently – it remains as a member of the board of directors. At the head of a Japanese supplier of automotive safety systems will reappear Sigehisa Takada. Both top manager will receive pay cuts.

Takata President Stephen Stoker resigned

Ferrari will show the new Formula 1 race car at the end of the year

The new head of the Ferrari Maurizio Arrivabene in an interview with reporters said that the new Formula 1 race car, code-named “Project 666″, will be presented to the public in late January.

Formula 1 fans will be able to see the “Project 666″ at the beginning of next year.

At this point, according to Arrivabene, the machine has completely passed the official crash tests FIA, in the course of which was confirmed by the high level of safety of the car.

The debut of “Project 666″ on the track at the first scheduled Ferrari official winter tests, which will take place on the track in Jerez on February 1. Up to this point the team intends to spend on the Internet the official presentation of the car.

“His image will lay out the network in late January – said Arrivabene. – The exact date yet can not name. The reason is simple. Engineers told me to prepare the official presentation of this level as it was last year, takes three days. So we first finish all the work, and then present the car to everyone to see it. “Maurizio Arrivabene

Recall that a little earlier, former head of the team of Ferrari Luca di Montezemolo was headed by the managing company of the Formula-1 F-1 Group.

Here’s what can keep our hearts so much! The sound of the roaring of the new car F-1.

Ferrari will show the new Formula 1 race car at the end of the year

The appearance of the new Renault Megane modeled on a computer

Talented designer Theophilus Chin Christmas gave motorists a small gift in the form of a computer simulated images of the new generation of the best-selling Renault Megane.

When you create a new image of Renault Megane designer Theophilus Chin guided by the concept car Eolab. Demonstrated at the last motor show in Paris show car is similar to the new “Megan” design of the front bumper and grille. Another design finding migrated with the concept for Renault Megane, – black insert in the rear pillar, creating the illusion of “floating” roof.

For the construction of the fourth-generation Renault Megane French brand engineers intend to use a modular platform CMF. The basis of the power line of the new bestselling $ 4-cylinder petrol and diesel engines. Rechargeable hybrid unit in the range of engines “Megan” very likely not enter because Renault consider such installation is too expensive and difficult to design.

The world premiere of Renault Megane next generation will take place in the framework of the September motor show in Frankfurt, car sales will start in 2016. In Russia, the price of the current version of the hatchback “Megan” is 766,000 rubles. You can buy a car with engine capacity of 2.0 liters and 1.6 and two transmissions – manual and stepless variator.

Recall that in early February at a special evening in Paris, Renault will introduce soplatformenny with the Nissan X-Trail’s new crossover Djeyo.

The appearance of the new Renault Megane modeled on a computer

In 2015, Lewis Hamilton will keep your number

According to the official statement of FIA, the double world champion in Formula 1 Lewis Hamilton next year will not receive yedinichku on board his car.

This year, Hamilton won 11 Grand Prix, gaining 384 points, and deservedly became world champion

Shortly before Christmas guide Formula 1 has published a revised list of participants of the World Cup in 2015. It is confirmed that the Englishman Lewis Hamilton, who in this year’s two-time world champion, decided to defend his title, speaking under the same number 44, as in 2014.

44 – my number. I won my first championship karting, speaking at number 44. So I want to ask me to save this number and the following year.

Hamilton is really very kind to number 44. Suffice it to say that he got a tattoo with this number behind the right ear.

In 2014, Lewis Hamilton (center) won the second world title

It should be noted that the preservation of non-champion of the world – quite a common practice in the FIA. Champions periodically reserve operating rooms, even though the rule that the winner of the World Cup next year should serve as number 1.

The following year, Lewis would have to work with a new personal race engineer. Jock Kliar with which Lewis won his second title, joined the team Ferrari.

In 2015, Lewis Hamilton will keep your number

Mazda declassify virtual supercar Gran Turismo

By the end of the year another Japanese automaker introduced its version of a racing car simulator Gran Turismo. Mazda LM55 Vision Gran Turismo reminds his fans about 1991. When they became the only Japanese company to have ever won the “24 Hours of Le Mans.” Moreover, the record is still valid, even though the applicants to ensure that its update is already there – Toyota and Nissan.

Thirteen years for Mazda out to create the best racing Le Mans Prototype 787 and take, finally, the title winners. In virtual mode is much easier, so Mazda designers have created a wonderful machine that can easily be presented as the winner endurance races. It has large wheels, huge air intakes and rear wing. The cockpit is very low, almost at the level of the wheels and the ground clearance if non-existent.

The Japanese automaker said that while working on Mazda LM55 Vision GT they were able to find a combination of vitality and elegance, all of which combine in a dynamic silhouette. The style of the car echoes the serial car Mazda, as established in accordance with the current design concept KODO. On the technical stuffing Japanese concealed at all, but on the body of a racing car can be seen bedzhik SkyActiv. The game will be a virtual prototype of the next update.

Mazda declassify virtual supercar Gran Turismo

New known about Audi Q1

German brand Audi cars in 2016, intends to release a subcompact crossover Audi Q1. Last year, the company has already submitted a design sketch of the car, but the details were virtually absent. Australian journalists Drive magazine managed to talk with representatives of Audi as part of the launch of the updated A1 in Monaco and learn some details about the new crossover.

Lisa Hein, manager of marketing model Audi A1, said that the new crossover Audi Q1 will be “young”. This means that he will suggest opportunities for personalization, as young people often want to express yourself and your character through the exterior and interior of the car. She also acknowledged that Q1 and A1 will have a “similar” design, but chose not to go into further details.

The new city-crossover Audi will be equipped with the first three-cylinder engine of the company – a 1.0-liter turbo petrol unit. Obviously, this is not the only power plant in the palette of motors, but yet too early to talk about it. In Q1 will go on sale in 2016 to the European market, for other regions of its occurrence has not yet been confirmed.

New Audi Q1 is designed to segment subcompact crossover, which surely gaining popularity among European motorists. At present, in this vehicle class presented Nissan Juke, Peugeot 2008, Ford EcoSport, Opel Mokka and others. Their length varies around 4.1 meters. In the German trio is now the most compact SUV is a line of Mercedes-Benz GLA (4417mm), BMW X1 (4454mm) and the Audi Q3 (4385mm).

New known about Audi Q1

Subaru told about three new concepts

From 9 to 11 January in Tokyo will show tuning, by analogy with SEMA in Los Angeles, which will be attended by some of the exhibits from automakers. Subaru has announced the upcoming availability 9 exhibition machines, among which the main focus will be on three concepts.

The pavilion Subaru at the Tokyo Motor tuning concepts will be presented Legacy B4 Blitzen, Subaru XV Sport and Levorg S. The automaker has not provided a picture of new products, instead publishing only the general outline of the virtual pavilion.

The first exhibit, Legacy B4 Blitzen has “character flagship sedan” and has elements of style Blitzen – one of the old versions Legacy, created in cooperation with Porsche. The car is painted in a premium red, has an expressive rear spoiler and alloy wheels. The front part of the car is low and wide, provides presence under the bonnet boxer engine. The interior was decorated with the Japanese concept of beige leather upholstery, red accents and a “piano lacquer”.

Completely different mood Subaru XV Sport Concept, painted with “sunny yellow” color. The exterior of the car with the main body color contrast black grille and wheels. Inside – black finish with yellow stitching. According to Subaru, this style perfectly reflects the “casual and sporty” nature of the car.

Third of the concepts will be Levorg S, modified house tuning studio STI. Wagon got an upgraded exhaust system, air intakes, some elements of the chassis and body. The equipment of the concept entered the 2.0-liter turbo engine DIT with direct fuel injection, which is the production version of the versatile outputs 300hp 400 nm, and a six-speed “mechanics”.

Subaru told about three new concepts

Rolls-Royce Suheil reminded of the beauty of the night SKY

This year, Rolls-Royce introduced many special versions of their cars: modifications Maharaja and Waterspeed convertible Phantom, Pinnacle Travel Phantom sedan and others. By these actions, Rolls-Royce would encourage buyers to add individual features of the car and take advantage of personalization. And the British brand is really possible: according to recent data, almost every Phantom, 90% Ghost and 80% Wraith purchased with elements of personalization. Build on the success Rolls-Royce decided by a special version that has spread to the entire range of the brand.

The new modification was named Suhail – after the constellation in the southern horizon Arabia, as the inspiration for its creation were the achievements of the “father of optics” Arab scholar Ibn al-Haytham, who lived in the 10th century BC Exterior car is painted in pearl color, reminiscent of the “light of stars in the night sky.” On the back there are additional elements of decor – the star image and color bars.

The interior color scheme continues appearance. Cream leather with blue accents in the upholstery and inlays of natural wood is complemented here and there emblem with stars and constellations Suheil, particularly in the hours on the center console. The ceiling is decorated with dozens of small lights that create a sense of starry night sky above your head – this item is available in a complete set of equipment Phantom and Wraith, and stayed on the Ghost option. The cost of such vehicles Roll-Royce was not disclosed.

Rolls-Royce Suheil reminded of the beauty of the night SKY

Compact crossover Kia for china declassified

KIA published official photos of the new crossover

, intended only for the Chinese market. Concept car prototype made its debut at the Auto Show in Guangzhou a month ago, and even then looked ready for serial production. Conveyor version of the concept differs only in a few lines.

The length, width and height, respectively serial KX3 is 4270mm, 1780mm and 1630mm. Thus, added to the concept of 10mm in length and 15mm in width, the other dimensions are preserved, including the size of 2590mm wheelbase. In the wheel housings installed wheels 17 inches, rooftop – spoiler. The concept was powered by a 1.6-liter gasoline turbine unit with direct fuel injection and a seven-speed gearbox with two clutches. According Avtosredy on the production version will also 1.6-liter gasoline engine and a turbocharged version of the same volume.

Interior shots KIA KX3 not, but the exterior is presented in full shape. Compared with the concept of change is almost absent: only changed form fog lamps and diminished chrome around the grille. The equipment trends depending on the configuration may include LED daytime running lights, push-button engine start, Stability, airbags and air conditioning. KIA KX3 belongs to the segment “With SUV», which also can be distinguished Opel Mokka, Nissan Juke, Peugeot 2008 and Ford EcoSport.

Compact crossover Kia for china declassified