The next generation of the Fiat line by the end of 2012
September 2, 2010 by Automotive
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Fiat recently signed a collaboration agreement with Chinese automaker Guangzhou Auto to build car plant in China’s second, which would considerably reduce the retail price in the Asian giant, the difference today is that Fiat cars are being imported into China, with high costs limited its success .
A major step which will support not only the Chinese market but other emerging is that has been confirmed that the next generation of Fiat Linea will be the first aircraft to be built locally by the consortium Fiat Auto Guangzhou JV . This milestone, the new generation of Fiat Linea could be the end of 2012 for what would appear on the market as a 2013 model.
It seems that Fiat has wisely chosen as the first model assembly line in China, taking into account the acceptance that has this model in other latitudes. Fiat is the great challenge ahead to overcome the vicissitudes of the current line, should provide a great product and cost reduced to be produced in China, has great rivals the Chevrolet Cruze and Kia-Hyundai sedans. More about Fiat here .
Via | indianautosblog
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Pre-Paris Motor Show: First picture of Peugeot EX1 Concept teaser
September 2, 2010 by Automotive
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Peugeot is working on a striking new concept car will be unveiled at the Paris International Motor Show 2010 during the month of October. The Concept Peugeot EX1 will have a futuristic design and will conclude by presenting an exceptional automobile 200 years who recently turned the French brand of the lion.
The header image does not correspond to a spacecraft, but is the first picture of the EX1 Concept teaser , although it may well be a NASA design herself. This is an image of futuristic design inside the cabin of EX1, as well as breaking the mold in terms of design could introduce a new system of driving by a lever type joystick.
In terms of appearance and mechanics, the EX1 Peugeot Concept is a sports-oriented car that could use a hybrid propulsion system or even a single electric motor . Whatever his final appearance, the principal legacy of the new concept is to demonstrate the innovative potential of Peugeot after 200 years in the market.
The Concept EX1 will feature the most innovative technology solutions inside , in addition to this odd steering system and other elements that have not yet been released. Peugeot has given little information about the new model, which is reserved for the 6th of September, while the first images will be published 21 days. More concepts from other brands coming here .
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Dodge has completely as is the new 2011 Durango
September 2, 2010 by Automotive
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After the network launch Dodge few teaser images to whet your appetite, the 2011 Dodge Durango has been formally introduced. The new Durango is a large family SUV designed for the U.S. market , comes with seven comfortable seats for the whole family and a robust and aggressive to compete with the recently introduced Ford Explorer.
Although it takes its name from an old model of Dodge, the Durango is a completely new car that has nothing to do with any other model of the brand. Under your body uses the same platform as the Jeep Grand Cherokee 2011 , and share the engine, offered as options Pentastar 3.6 V6 and 5.7 V8 HEMI for the top model.
Both the V6 and the V8 will work with all-wheel drive (AWD) and have the ability, according to the mark, displacing up to 2,800 kilograms of cargo and 3350 respectively. The official pictures of the gallery below show the entire aspect of Durango , except inside, that we only teach the little details of the steering wheel and the marker.
Dodge Durango 2011 (official photos) 
If we know that this new Dodge SUV will have a major facet oriented family accommodation, with a distribution of 2 3 2 seats and folding seats, the new Durango is able to offer up to 22 different seating configurations to suit to our needs . Among the safety equipment provided include the number aribag side curtain airbags for all three rows of seats, active head restraints and ESP. Over here entering .
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Via | Carscoop
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How many bodybuilders can fit on a Honda Jazz? [Spots TV]
September 2, 2010 by Automotive
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At times, the car manufacturers try to draw consumers’ attention by the sensuality, as we saw in the announcement of the Fisker Karma, and in others through humor. Is the case of Honda Australia, which through its channel on YouTube has launched a new campaign called “Jazz Packing, what you would put ?”.
The videos of the Honda Jazz Packing YouTube are the most versatile face Jazz by introducing into it the most unlikely groups of people could happen to us . Among the groups targeted for “embedding” in the small Jazz are fitness enthusiasts, rappers, hippies and even a large group of ninjas and fun.
The video is the most recurrent bodybuilders: seven brawny and muscular are introduced, along with their protein shakes and energy bars in the small MPV Japanese . To complete the promotion, Honda suggests checking into its Australian website, where you can win a Honda Jazz to put it as far as we please. Enjoy the videos after the jump, more on ads here .
Via | Carscoop
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The first trailer of ‘Senna’ anticipates a great movie [with video]
September 2, 2010 by Automotive
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Legend, is one of the best adjectives that may be awarded three-time F1 world champion, Ayrton Senna , your career and life is worthy of admiration, and deserve that generations did not see him enjoy it, even if pieces of that spectacular career. “Senna” is the title of the film / documentary that recalls the best passages of the legendary Brazilian driver , since Japan is the first official trailer.
This autumn will premiere production that shape the life of Senna in the big screen, of course, is looking forward to the time . “Senna” is the first official movie in which you can see fragments of life as the best F1 driver of all time. We enjoy the beginning, to live all the excitement of his battles with Prost and Tamburello remember the tragedy that claimed the life .
This production will have an immeasurable value, has the support of the FIA, the Senna family and the Ayrton Senna Foundation . We will see his career in the top flight, their passage to fame and become a national hero in Brazil (and elsewhere). A great tribute to a great that all the fans we bring a piece of his life for the rest of our . After the jump video, more about F1 here .
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In the U.S. cars as appliances, consumer label.
September 2, 2010 by Automotive
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The U.S. Department of Transportation and Environmental Protection Agency jointly propose just a few changes on the labels that inform consumers of spending that occurs every car . For some years, users who visit a dealer in the U.S. can access the information that appears on a sticker attached to the window of the cars on display.
In the new suggested format would qualify the car’s fuel economy and emissions of polluting gases ranking of the A-the highest rating, to D This information would be accompanied by a figure indicating the
savings or additional costs generated in five years .
In the labeling that will be held electric vehicles, hybrids or other alternative technology. The hypothetical fuel consumption will be accompanied by autonomy in electric mode, if one exists.
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First images of Fiat platform Jeep crossover [with video]
September 2, 2010 by Automotive
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Jeep is working, and hard-to define the style of its future compact crossover, which will be developed on the C-Evo platform Fiat , which debuted with the new Alfa Romeo Giulietta. A video (very homemade of course) recently published in the American manufacturer’s YouTube channel, clearly shows a wall with some sketches of the model which seems to be very close.
But that is not all, during the passage of the video, also appears on a great first plane, a clay model of a Jeep that had closely guarded, does look to anticipate accurately the size mentioned crossover medium , also has design elements in full conformity with the tradition of the mark, for example, tires, nose and front grille.
In particular, the new Jeep Grand Cherokee, seems to have deeply inspired the design of the front of the model , but is much more dynamic than his older brother. Already announced this model by Fiat and Chrysler in the business plan, but not thought the matter was so far ahead, remains to be seen where he presented, built and sold. More On Jeep here .
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The Stig, TopGear driver was Ben Collins.
September 2, 2010 by Automotive
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After six and a half being “ The Stig “, one of the most renowned pilots of the world the true identity of man in the white monkey came to light, turned out to be Ben Collins , nothing Michael Schumacher.
Ben Collins is a 34 year old British driver who has participated in competitions like the NASCAR or 24 hours of Le Mans . He has also worked as a stuntman in films by the likes of Casino Royale at the wheel of the Aston Martin DBS and in many series. A plumber had already said after seeing framed his famous white jumpsuit.
This in BBC , the chain owns the rights TopGear, did not like and is willing to report the driver for violating her confidentiality agreement .
Collins published his memoirs on 16 September in London, it can be read as representative of his life and of course the nearly seven years as a test vehicle at this famous TV program.
