Now the technology not only CARS lamplight

To date, the technology revolution continues to head lamp. In 1991, xenon arc lamps with a stronger lighting technology. Ten years after that, precisely in 2001, BMW for the development of technology for bi-xenon lamps from the application of high and low beam. The result, since September 2005, the lighthouse on a product-5 Series, 6 Series and 7 Series is equipped with the technology of the bi-xenon.

Bi-xenon technology from BMW Assist appointed High-Beam, using the sensor device is placed in the mirror head. Sensor then send a signal based on visibility in the car that is light for the light conditions or road surface which will follow. The signal is then determined by the headlights, if the need for the high beam and low beam.

Innovation flagship grows. One of the steps designing a system that is large reflector lamps, which can move horizontally to the left and right, depending on the direction of the car when the front wheels turn. The nature of the technology known as adaptive headlights that can be found in products like the Nissan Tean and several cars lance iran newest products. BMW is even using the latest technologies with the name 'swivel headlamps since 2003.

Betrayed luxury cars of European products, technology, lighting equipment alias fire on the car can be called intelligent grows. Mercedes-Benz S-Class launch equipped with the latest technology, the so-called smart lamp Night View assist, infra-red technology to help penetrate the vision of the man replaced.

Infra-red technological superiority, to get the light to illuminate the road at a distance of about 150 meters, is not to make eye strong rider from the opposite direction. See how the night Assist, which detect whether the early release of various objects such as pedestrians, cyclists, bicycles, car parks and other obstacles. The device is an infra-red cameras, that the road to the future. Results of registration and sent directly Didi play on a screen in the cabin.

In the stronghold of BMW, the device driver assistance system is called Night Vision with the conditions and begin application on Series-7 from the year 2005. Like Mercedes, infrared technology is also used BMW. A thermal camera placed on the popular bumper to follow the object in front of the car to the safe distance of 300 meters. Results watched beaten, and then to the screen in the main cabin and the driver appears in the form of an image. Sling pedestrians or animals that pass through, is becoming increasingly evident on the screen.

To maximize the application of night vision, researchers in the BMW on the choice of technology, Far Infrared, or FIR, which has proven more accurate in the detection of the human figure, animals or other objects in the night.

Scientific research also shows, FIR is no longer applied and near-infrared or NIR responded to that request. The ability is FIR have a wide variety of characteristics. For example, the human figure in the area along the road, can be enlarged or zoom-in. Head Lamp development of the technology without considers the main objectives for the monitoring of the situation, drivers do May disaster without the sharing of the merger. (AC-02)

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Hybrid Car, Green Car of the Year 2008

Auto Show is a big Auto Shows throughout the world. I addition to the more than 1000 cars, trucks and SUVs on display, green, the Car of the Year was presented in the exhibition this year.

2008 Green Car of the Year went to the Volkswagen Jetta TDI, or the first time a diesel-powered car has won this award since its inception in 2005.

The Jetta TDI diesel engine is now in compliance with emissions regulations in all 50 states. The 2.0-liter turbo direct injection (TDI) engine produces 140 hp and an impressive torque 236 Nm torque. For more utility, the Jetta TDI is also available as a sports car.

The Jetta TDI is chosen by a panel of automotive and environmental experts from a field of five finalists that included the BMW 335d, Ford Fusion Hybrid Car, Saturn Vue 2 Mode Hybrid Car and Smart Fortwo.

The jury is composed of nine judges, including Carl Pope, executive director of the Sierra Club; Frances Beinecke, chairman of the Natural Resources Defense Council, Jean-Michel Cousteau, president of Ocean Futures Society; expert in the automotive sector and Tonight Show host Jay Leno, automotive icon Carroll Shelby, and four Green Car Journal editors.

The Green Car of the Year was established by the Green Car Journal highlight ecological innovation in new cars. Previous winners include the Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid Car, Toyota Camry Hybrid Car and Mercury Mariner Hybrid Car.

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TVS Apache RTR, The Fast Just Got Faster

The launch of TVS Apache RTR FI 160 has added an another stunner on the roads. Stylish alloys, unique grab rails, classy silencer, larger & sharp lined fuel tank, all these elements combine perfectly to give TVS Apache RTR 160 a sporty eye-catching looks.

The Apache RTR 160 has been upgraded with electronic fuel injection(EFI) and becomes Apache RTR 160 Fi. The EFI technology has enabled TVS to boost peak power of this bike. TVS has priced the new model at Rs. 65000.00 (Ex-showroom New Delhi).

The Apache RTR 160 "Fi" features a naked chain cover, rear disk brake, tank cowl like in the Bajaj Pulsar 200 and a serrated design stickers (instead of the striped ones found on the RTR 160) which runs across the length of the bike.

It comes with digital dash - LCD speedo, two trip meters, clock, odometer, fuel gauge and an analog tachometer. Also has useful features like service and battery indicator. Another useful feature is the clip on handlebar for various positions.

Apart from the Digital Speedometer and the Petal shaped disc brakes which are "new" additions on the RTR Apache 160, there isn't much change in the looks compared to the Apache 160 non-fi. The rear is also same with LED tail lamps, re-styled silencer and CBZ X-treme type split grab rail.

The company has provided a visually larger size presence without the weight of the bike being altered. It comes with all new air scoops that help in quicker engine cooling and features data logging as in race bikes. These include 0-60 lap time and top speed indicators.

The tachometer continues to be an analogue one and houses telltale lights indicating low battery charge, service due and low fuel while weary looking indicators for high beam, turn indication and gearbox neutral reside separately.

The silver finish for the console as shown at the bike’s preview has been dumped for a complete black affair. LED tail lamps, which have become a norm of sorts for this product category with the Pulsar and CBZ X-Treme already sporting the same, make their way on to the RTR as well.

However, unique to the new Apache are the clip-on handlebars complete with nice looking alloy finished levers and meaty but comfortable grips. Not only do the adjustable bars add to the bike’s sporty demeanour, these along with the impressive looking alloy rearset footpegs, and a supportive seat make for a sporty but comfortable riding position as well. The bike also sports the most attractive and user-friendly set of split grab rails we have seen on an Indian bike.

“These features are seen in international race bikes and are tuned to provide the RTR rider with flaunt value and tool for comparison of riding,” Mr R. Dilip, Vice-President (Sales), TVS Motors, said in a statement.

Main Features of Apache RTR Fi:

1. Digital Speedometer.
2. Petal shaped disc brakes.
3. Serrated design stickers.
4. Naked chain cover.
5. LED tail lamps.
6. Clip on handlebar for various positions.
7. Service and battery indicator.
8. The digital display has a feature to test the top speed achieved.
9. You can also test your 0-60km/h timing on the digital display.
10. Tank cowl like in the Bajaj Pulsar 200.

Tags: TVS, TVS Apache RTR, Two-Wheelers

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Yamaha FZ16, Lord Of The Streets

Macho, Muscular are the sort of adjectives that come into your mind and this is exactly what Yamaha had in mind when they were styling this one. The bike gets its looks from the global FZ series known for awesome looks and tremendous power.

Each and every part of FZ16 has been designed with a lot of detailed attention and careful thought. This ultimate degree of perfection means even the slightest feature has not been overlooked. Only Yamaha ensures this kind of craftsmanship.

The rider and the machine share a feeling of oneness, and from different angles the impression is different. This is particularly because the finest components have been used in its precise manufacturing. The FZ16 possesses both a rough and brutish expression as well as a certain subtlety. This high quality masterpiece will without doubt become a rage for the next generation.

Everything about this bike is big, the wide tyres, the huge tank, the beefy forks. Viewed side on it looks like a well built athelete on the start line flexing its muscles, waiting to smash all the records.

The mini-Fazer features state of the art – YTPS (Yamaha Throttle Position Sensor), for better throttle response and fuel efficiency and will be loaded with a fully digital console with digital readout for RPM, Speed, Trip and Odo.

Main Styling Elements of FZ-16:

• Big center mass
  
• Tough looking front forks
• Tough looking chassis
• Mid-ship stubby silencer
• Super wide tyres
• Rugged shaped body parts
  

The stylish yet innovative FZ16 has macho and muscular looks redefining the 150cc bikes segment. It keeps it simple, with street-tough naked styling and super-civilized power delivery and a specially designed riding position that gives riders extra confidence at lower speeds.

The Yamaha FZ16 is an urban-cool motorcycle built for great performance and easy-living functionality, because that’s the whole idea of a bike like this. It has got heart-pumping knockout performance and it’s got serious attitude on top of that, a lean and mean look that’s all about raw power.

It keeps it simple, with street-tough naked styling and super-civilized power delivery and a specially designed riding position that gives riders extra confidence at lower speeds.The meters on the FZ16 are installed in a Full Liquid Crystal Display. The speedometer, tachometer, trip meter, fuel gauge and other indicators are set in optimum position to keep the field of vision clear. Also, the engine starting signal is an example of the spirit of innovation.

The steel fuel tank with a plastic resin outer cover takes advantage of the freedom of shaping that plastic provides, giving the tank cover a powerful shape with modulations suggestive of the muscular body of an athlete.

To give a sense of volume to the machine, an external diameter of 35mm is adopted in a two-layer type exhaust to minimize the effect of heat on the pipe. The layout features a large-volume primary character on the underside of the crankcase. The muffler is an irregular shaped tapered type mid-ship muffler.

A Monocross rear suspension unit provides 120 mm of wheel travel, while optimized oil and damping valve specs help ensure agile running performance and handling. It inhibits bottoming while riding with a tandem passenger as well as providing a very comfortable ride.Unlike the Yamaha R15, the Yamaha FZ16 is a macho street fighter. The bike gets its looks from the global FZ series known for awesome looks and tremendous power.

The petrol tank, silensor, the yellow-gold plated rear shock absorber and fat tyres give enough clues to the true strength of the Yamaha FZ16 motorcycle - torque that is a bit higher than the 160 Apache RTR and tuned for acceleration and mid-range than outright top speed.

Unlike the R15, the Yamaha FZ16 motorcycle is more a city bike, tuned for aggressive city riding than for pure top speed. The commerical launch will happen in the festive season of October after which the bike will go on sale throughout the country.FZ16 gets its DNA from global FZ series of Yamaha motorcycles. Fat tyre at the rear, beefy tank, beefy front fork compliment the FZ16’s muscular character, which is all set to become a huge hit among the young crowd in India.

Tags: Yamaha, Yamaha FZ16, Two-Wheelers

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Hyundai i20, i Series Hatch All Set For Launch in India

Hyundai i20 made it's debut at the Paris Motor Show 2008. Similar to its predecessor i10, the i20 will be manufactured exclusively in India and exported to other countries. The i20 model, which will come in many variants, is expected to be priced anywhere between Rs 5-6 lakh in India.

Designed and developed in Europe to meet the high expectations of European drivers, and benefiting from Hyundai’s unlimited mileage five-year warranty, the i20 arrives fully armed to succeed in Europe’s ultra-competitive supermini sector.

Lower, longer and wider than the Getz it replaces, the five-door i20 rides on an extended 2,525mm wheelbase, enhancing its spacious interior architecture. Luxury and versatility blend seamlessly in the new i20’s spacious and generously appointed cabin.

Main Features of i20 include:

• Climate control
• CD and MP3 audio system with 4 speakers
• Multi-function steering wheel
• Tyre pressure monitoring system
• Height-adjustable driver seat
• Keyless entry
• Electrically operated windows and side mirrors
• ABS with EBD
• Airbags

i20’s list of standard features puts it head and shoulders above the majority of its rivals. The i20’s five-seater interior majors on everyday practicalities, with a 40:60 split flat-folding rear bench with a low lip for easy loading into the 295-litre rear loadbay. The i20 offers numerous intelligently positioned interior storage spaces including a large cooled passenger glovebox and two cupholders.

In keeping with its dynamic styling, i20 rides on an all-new platform with front MacPherson strut and rear torsion beam suspension to deliver the taut and alert ride quality favoured by the European market.

The new rack and pinion steering setup has also been tuned to deliver quick and accurate responses resulting in excellent urban agility.

It is protected by the extensive use of high-tensile steel in the Hyundai’s robust chassis, airbags fitted as standard, active headrests, front seatbelt pretensioners and latest generation anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution.

It comes with advanced tyre pressure monitoring system, Isofix mounting points in the rear and seatbelt reminders for all five occupants. Hyundai is confident of a full five-star Euro NCAP adult occupant protection and child protection crash test result for the i20.

It is likely to replace the Hyundai's B-Segment Hatch - the Getz - all over the world. But in India Hyundai may continue with the existing Getz model and sell both the models side by side like they are doing with the Accent & Verna. 

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Mercedes-Benz S Class Favorites Consumers Indonesia

Mercedes-Benz Indonesia, during 2008 have been successfully controlled 67 percent premium sedan market in Indonesia. And, Mercedes S Class was still a terfavorit consumers on the board in the country, followed by C Class.

For Mercedes-Benz Indonesia, in 2008 are bright. Viewing the status of data from the 2256 sale of the unit until the end of November 2008, the sales figure is an increase of 12% compared with the year 2007 at 2,016 units.

Thus, the target for 2008 sales of 2,400 units more closely to achieve. The premium vehicle market in Indonesia also successfully mastered Mercedes-Benz with U.S. market share of 67%.

The ruler of the largest vehicles in the premium segment of the Mercedes-Benz occupied by Mercedes-Benz S-Class with a market share of 83% with big sales numbers 339 units, followed by Mercedes-Benz C-Class with a market share of 73% with large sales in 1229 units and Mercedes-Benz E-Class with a 65% market share and sales of 491 units.

With the support of the latest products, which will be launched in Indonesia in 2009 later Mercedes-Benz is optimistic that Indonesia's position as the leader of the premium market will continue to come in 2009,

End 2008, the start of the financial crisis, Mercedes-Benz U.S. company invited 120 leaders from all over Indonesia to jointly discuss how To crisis that is currently happening, and the projection of the Indonesian economy in 2009.

This event is packed through a panel discussion that forced Navigating Turbulence: Drivers of Growth with speakers coming from practitioners of governance, the economy and industry, among others, Mr. Anggito Abimanyu, Ph. D - Head of the Fiscal Policy Office, Ministry of Finance, Mr. Rudi Borgenheimer - President & CEO of PT Indonesia Mercedes-Benz, Mrs.. Sarah Jane Wagg - President Director of PT UBS Securities Indonesia and Patrick S. Walujo - Co-Founder, Northstar Pacific.

Results from the discussion that night is how the government can be expected to create liquidity for monetary actors in the industry and create a campaign for a positive image of Indonesia to attract foreign investors to Indonesia and improve the country foreign exchange.

It is expected that the results of these will reinforce the optimism of the industry actors in the situation in the country and the global economy in 2009. (OL-02)

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Audi Q5 Winner Category 2009 Best Off Roader

Audi Q5 to be chosen sport utility vehicle car (SUV) off-road version of 2009's best Topautos which is the highest award from about 150 independent automotive journalists from Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

Awards as the best SUV Off Road from TOPautos received this Jörg Felske, Head of Sales of Audi AG in Ingolstadt in one award, Germany. "Audi Q5 is a combination of performance SUVs, which wrapped a luxury sedan, a combination that can combine family activities, leisure and business," said Jörg Felse.

Audi Q5 to have the three aspects of excellence, that is reliable and efficient machinery, technology, the all-wheel drive and quattro permanent suspension on, so that the Audi Q5 is a package that is ready to devour the vehicle on or off road.

Q5 has a total length of 4,630 mm and 1,880 mm in width and 1,650 mm high. What distinguishes, for the Q5 in this class degree with the most aerodynamic drag coefficient (cd) only 0:33.

Audi Q5 also elegantly designed to meet the transportation needs of young people in established urban areas. The front of the Q5 is designed to produce the effect of elegant and expensive. Particularly, see the model lamp, single-frame grille and large.

Such as the VW Tiguan, Q5 can also use the Bi-xenon lights and LED daytime running Lights. Meanwhile, when viewed from the side, there is traction on the use of the Q5 Velg size with a choice between the diameter of 17 to 20 inch.

Excellence will be small air power resistor, owing to the contribution of roof design that produces Q5 prove a coupé. The back, adopted a similar design Q7 and dominated the color chrome.

In terms of function, Q5 is very flexible. Indeed cabin space is attributed to the wheelbase length 2,810 mm. The size of the wheels so the distance axis, which is in the class. This structure was also influential in the level of comfort in travel time in various road surface. And that, Q5 classified field to load 5 adult passengers.

The manufacturer Audi in Ingolstadt, which calls it, up 3 kinds of options for the Q5 engine. Each one gasoline engine and 2 of TDI diesel engine. All types of engine technology is adopted direct-injection, equipped turbocharger for optimum performance with fuel efficiency that's impressive.

Special gasoline engine 2.0 TFSI, is experiencing the most advanced technology, the addition of Audi. With 4-cylinder engine of this, besides using the turbo-charger and direct injection technology, also adopted valvelift system to control the valve openings. The result, the Torque is 350 Nm from 1,500 rpm lap and reached its peak at 4,200 rpm. Meanwhile, the production of energy to reach number 211 hp.

To transfer power to the system of the booster, mencangkokkan Audi S-tronic transmission. This transmission has adopted a twin-clutch with 7 level of acceleration. No wonder, for from 0 to 100 km / hour, Q5 only takes 7.2 seconds. While the maximum speed of 220 km / hour.

The components of this high-transmission technology, can manage the performance of the gear when necessary pengendaraan the Comfort and efficient. As a technology pioneer the all-wheel drive, Audi Q5 also complement the system with quattro permanent movement. In normal driving, the transfer case will set the distribution of power in the front and rear wheels with the composition of 40:60. However, if necessary, prompting quattro system is able to move 65 percent of energy to the front wheel axle or a maximum of 85 percent in the rear wheel.

Audi AG has sold 964,151 units of cars in 2007. With income of 33,617 million euros and profit before tax of 2,915 million euros, the company achieved the best figures ever achieved.

Audi produces vehicles in Ingolstadt and Neckarsulm (Germany), Pest (Hungary), Changchun (China) and Brussels (Belgium). At the end of 2007, production of the Audi A6 started in Aurangabad, India. Audi has a range of more than 100 markets worldwide.

Audi AG is a wholly owned subsidiary of Automobili Lamborghini Holding SpA in Sant'Agata Bolognese (Italy) and quattro GmbH in Neckarsulm. Audi currently employs around 57,000 people worldwide, including 45,000 in Germany.

Car brand logo of four rings has to do to invest more than 2 billion euros each year in order to maintain the lead technology companies listed with the slogan "Kelvin McVoice." Audi plans to significantly increase the number of models in the portfolio in 2015 to 40 models of vehicles. (OL-02)

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Yamaha V-Ixion Reach IMOTY 2008

FORUM Automotive Journalists of Indonesia/FORUM Wartawan Otomotif Indonesia (FORWOT) announced a Yamaha V-IXION crown as the Indonesian Motorcycle of the Year 2008 (FORWOT-IMOTY). PT motorcycle production. Yamaha Kencana Motor Indonesia this out as the winner after collecting the highest points total assessment of the results of 17 Judges determine FORWOT-IMOTY 2008.

Victory Yamaha V-IXION quell expectations while six motorcycle best the other finalists, namely Bajaj Pulsar 200 DTS-i, Honda Beat, Honda Supra X125 Thanks for the request-FI, Honda Vario, Kawasaki Ninja 250 R, and Suzuki Satria F150.

The seven finalists chosen by the previous 40 Jury Voice (Voters) of 70 motorcycle models that are sold in the country. The Jury Voice is a whole field of coverage of automotive journalists from various print and electronic media nationally.

Yamaha V-IXION stated reserves the right holds a degree hill and only after the 17 Judges determine "consists of automotive journalists from the area of coverage of the various print and electronic media national" gives a total value of 114 points. Meanwhile, Kawasaki Ninja 250 R, which reach a total value of 75 points to sit an second. Third position Honda Supra X125-FI Thanks for the request that takes 74 points.

"Many of the criteria that must be considered before we give a value for each finalist. One must think we are the values and functions of a motorcycle," said Adhi Nugroho, Chairman of the Presidium of the Board of Judges FORWOT-IMOTY winner in 2008, after the announcement in Jakarta Motorcycle Show 2008, Friday (12/12).

"Seven finalists are products that represent the best of each model and price. All have advantages and unique. But ultimately received the highest points total Yamaha V-IXION," he continued.

Adhi said that the format of determining FORWOT-IMOTY 2008 with a different method of assessment conducted in 2006. For the assessment of this year Adhi add FORWOT applicated  system formulation of Europe and Japan for similar activities.

Meanwhile, the most recent Judges acknowledge Yamaha V-IXION deserve to be champion. In a written statement, the jury to assess, Yamaha V-IXION a picture of how the performance of the vehicle is not equal with engine capacity of the large and lavish fuel.

Yamaha V-IXION recognized Jury determine the value and function comparable has also expressed doubt consumers in the country will be the effectiveness and efficiency of fuel injection technology on a motorcycle.

"I hope what we can do this picture for the consumer to become motorcycle country in determining the best option," said Eri Haryoko, Chairman of the General FORWOT.

"Voting by journalists under paguyuban FORWOT very independent and transparent. We do not have the interests of the commercial activities of this, both for paguyuban and the media respectively. FORWOT So far only explicitly shows the value Judging the results to the public," he added.

Support brand lubricants TOP 1 in FORWOT-IMOTY 2008 is also a manifestation of independence FORWOT in this activity. "TOP 1 we select not only because the quality of their products, but also because the same vision TOP 1 with FORWOT always committed to provide the best for consumers nationwide," said Eri Haryoko.

The victory was given to PT. Yamaha Kencana Motor Indonesia this year while continuing a similar achievement obtained Yamaha Jupiter MX in 2006.

In an assessment that was conducted on Tuesday (9 / 12) in Jakarta, as many as seven Judges determine the maximum rate recorded 10 points for the Yamaha V-IXION. Jury while ten others provide only determine the value varies between 1 to 9 points. In other words, Yamaha V-IXION the only finalist who Blessed value by 17 Jury determination.

Kawasaki Ninja 250 R scoring only own a maximum 10 points from the two Judges issue, while a Jury determine the state abstain points (no points). In fact, Honda Supra X125-FI Thanks for the request because the more fortunate able to reach the maximum value of 10 points from three Judges issue. Unfortunately, three Judges determine abstain give points for the mainstay product, PT Astra Honda Motor is.

Meanwhile, overall only Honda and Suzuki Vario Satria F150, which did not receive the maximum 10 points from all Judges determine. Honda Vario also a product of at most abstain receive points (11 Jury determination).

Meanwhile Bajaj Pulsar DTS-200 that I became one deputy Non-AISI reach fourth place after the average gain is only 4.35 points from 14 Jury determination. (OL-02)

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Great Cars Can Buy Home Year

NOT too long, rich United States can not drive a car that can fly. Terrafugia, a company in Woburn, Massachusetts, will start production of the first Transition, flying car production, to the buyer.

Currently, the number of Transition, which will be produced until the end of 2010 have been ordered out. Transition is a multi-function berpenumpang vehicle the two people who can fly. The speed can be achieved is around 185 km / hour, while in the air. Transition requires a distance of approximately 520 meters to be able to live landing, but only a few hundred meters to shore.

Change the mode from flying mode to land only need to press one button which is located in the cabin. Rotor used when flying mode, will be stored and locked safe mode while using the land.

To save it, do not need to have a hangar. Transition can be stored in the garage because wings can be folded up to not spend a lot of space.

With dimensions of 2.1 meters high, 2 meters wide, 5.7 meters long and folded after, Transition will not be greater than the size of large SUVs, such as the Cadillac Escalade or Lincoln Navigator, as quoted from official website Terrafugia, www.terrafugia.com .

However, no cleanup people can order this vehicle. The buyer must have a licensed pilot I want to drive vehicles with price of U.S. $ 148 thousand or equivalent to around Rp1, 7 billion rupiah. (* / OL-06)

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Fiat Linea Multijet Emotion

Performance Better Fuel Efficiency Better Top Speed Safety Vehicles with ABS Rear Defogger Engine Type Petrol Engine Vehicles Diesel Engine Vehicles

Comfort With Remote Central Locking With Electric Seat Adjustment With Power Windows With Power Steering With Climate Control With Alloys With Leather Seats With Remote Boot and Remote Fuel Filler

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Best Sedan in its Class....

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Fiat Linea

Design & Style

Designed by the Fiat Style Centre, the new car’s originality is summed up by elegant, distinctive styling, with captivatingly smooth, simple, uncluttered lines that give the car a dynamic, harmonious look.

The Fiat Linea is also unmistakably Italian, which confirms the brand’s intention to create a new Fiat family feeling, inaugurated with the Grande Punto and continued with the Fiat Bravo, while the forward, sloping windscreen, the drop-shaped headlights and the large front end sporting the new Fiat logo.

In line with the dictates of the new standards, the grille marks the dividing line between the bonnet and the front bumpers, and the latter taper off gradually until they meet the wheelarches. A ridge starts from the foglights, which link up to the sides, and incorporates them, linking up again at the centre with the lower air intake.

And finally, a rib between the headlight and the foglight makes the bumper look lighter and creates the same graphical motif. The sleek, faired headlights which extend towards the sides of the car suggest dynamism and a strong Italian imprint.

Proposed with a single body type, the car conveys an impression of solidity, robustness and roominess, which is confirmed by the generous dimensions.On the side the styling is cut through by a ‘slash’ which starts from the middle of the wheelarch and dissolves into the rear, emphasising the car’s dynamic look.

The emphatic, robust, muscular wheelarches give the Fiat Linea a feeling of strength and solidity. And the same reassuring impression is conveyed by the rear end, with its elegant uncluttered line.

Interiors

The lines that run inside the passenger compartment are harmonious and well balanced with the external lines, which combine with the generous glazing to create a friendly, light-filled environment that guarantees excellent interior roominess, and more comfort than you might expect from a conventional 3-box saloon in terms of ergonomics and space for the driver and passengers.

Driving is made particularly enjoyable by the position of the pedals, the steering wheel alignment, the position of the armrest and footrest, the excellent manoeuvring of the gearshift and the perfect visibility of the instrumentation and the main controls.

The instrument panel designed by Magneti Marelli has a clear family feeling with the latest Fiat models, with large, clearly visible characters, while the graphics of the instrumentation make the information easily and immediately legible.

At night, the orange illumination allows the pupil to focus more rapidly when alternating between the dark of the road outside and the luminosity of the dashboard. The rear seat is homologated for three passengers, and comes with a fixed or 40/60 split squab depending on the version. The rear seats are also fitted with Isofix attachments for child seats, and head-restraints are standard equipment on the side seats.

Fiat & Microsoft's 'Blue&Me' System

The top model of Linea will also be equipped with the innovative ‘Blue&Me’ system, based on the Windows Mobile technology, developed by Fiat Group Automobiles and Microsoft, which changes the communication, information and entertainment standards in the car, improving comfort and the quality of life on board.

The device is easy to use and Bluetooth technology allows you to make and receive telephone calls and listen to music simply and safely as you drive, communicating with the outside world from the car via your personal devices such as cell phones and PDAs.

After pairing your Bluetooth mobile phone with the system, which you only need to do once, and by downloading your phone’s phonebook, you can make and receive phone calls simply by speaking: all the commands can be given without taking your hands off the wheel or your eyes off the road. Up to 5 different mobile phones can be paired with the system.

The Blue&Me device is built into the car and the control keys are on the steering wheel, so that you can search for a number in the phonebook by scrolling through the display on the instrument panel, or ‘mute’ the communication for a more confidential conversation.

With Blue&Me you can also listen to all your favourite music in the car, in MP3/WMA/WAV digital format. All you have to do is connect your Media Player to the USB port in a handy position in the centre of the dashboard: a USB pen-drive, an MP3-player or a smart phone, or even an I-pod.

When you connect the device to the USB port, the words ‘Media Player’ immediately appear on the radio display, indicating the music source you are listening to.

Safety

In addition to its excellent braking system, the Fiat Linea is also equipped with one of the most advanced ABS anti-lock braking systems on the market, complete with EBD electronic brake force distribution.

The latter distributes the braking force over the four wheels to prevent them from locking, guaranteeing complete control of the car in all conditions. The sturdiest components in the engine bay are positioned at a suitable distance from the bonnet, to allow the ‘skin’ of the bonnet to absorb the energy deriving from impact with a pedestrian’s head better. Then the new chassis, which was designed to absorb any impact very effectively. And finally, the contribution made to occupant protection by the bodywork, the bonnet, doors and facia crossbeam.

Engines & Variants

Linea will be available in two engine options:

• 1.4 Litre 95Bhp Twin Cam Petrol
• 1.3 Litre 90Bhp Multijet Diesel

Both will be available in 3 variants each: Active, Dynamic & Emotion. The fully loaded Emotion variant will come with Airbags, ABS, EBD, Fog lights, Alloys, Rear AC vents & Parking Sensors. It is expected that Linea will be priced from 7 to 9 lakhs.

VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name:	Linea
Model:	Multijet Emotion
Car Body Type:	Sedan
Segment:	C+ Segment
Top Speed:	168
Fuel Consumption: Highway	18.00 kmpl.
Fuel Consumption: City	14.00 kmpl.
Warranty:	N/A
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement:	1248cc, Multijet, 4 cylinders
Engine Type:	Diesel
Maximum Power:	90 Bhp @ 4000 rpm
Maximum Torque:	200 Nm @ 1750 rpm
DIMENSIONS
Length:	4560 mm
Width:	1730 mm
Height:	1494 mm
Headroom:	930.00 cm
Rear Leg Room:	860 cm
Rear Seat Width:	1340.00 cm
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
Seating Capacity:	5
Tyre Size:	195/60 R15
Suspension:	Independent McPherson, Anti roll bars
Turning Circle:	10.85 mtrs.
Boot Space:	500.00 ltrs.
Steering:	Power
Brakes:	Front Disk, Rear Drum
Gears:	5 Manual
Kerb Weight:	1185.00 kgs.
Fuel Tank:	45.00
Body Color Bumpers:
Tachometer:
Alloys:
ORVM Indicator:
Xenon Headlamps:
Trip Meter:	2
Headlamp Washer:

COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
AC:	AC with Climate Control
Power Windows:
Central Locking:	Remote
Remote Boot:
Remote Fuel Filler:
Rear Wiper:
Rear Defogger:
Rear Armrest:
Streeing Adjustment (Rake/Reach):	/
Driver Seat Adjustment:	Manual
Music System:	CD changer with 4 speakers
Leather Seats:
Door Mirror:	Both Side Manual
Tinted Glass:
Rear AC Vent:
Folding Rear Seats:
Sun Roof:
Buttons/Controls on Steering:
Auto Viper:
Auto Headlamp:
ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY
Airbag:	2
Parking Sensors:
Fog Lamp:
Traction Control:
EBD:
ABS:
ESP:
Rear Seat Belts:

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Stella

America's New Classic Returns

You flooded our email box and lit up our phones lines. The message was loud and clear... you wanted Stella back! Well consider that wish granted. The Stella is back in all of its 2-stroke 150cc glory. It's still too hot for California, but the rest of America can once again bask in the presence of its monocoque steel frame and clean vintage lines. Improvements include deeper, more luscious paint, super-comfy grips and a redesigned headlight. We brought back the ever popular Red, Black and Tangerine, and added Powder Blue and Avocado. You'll still be able to deck Stella out with a full range of chrome accessories and windshields, too. Welcome back, sweetheart!

Stella Specs
Engine	5-port 2-stroke
Transmission	4-speed manual with "twist grip" shifting
Colors	Black, Red, Light Blue, Avacado, Orange
Suspension	Gabriel® performance shocks
Tire Size	3.5" x 10" Interchangable
Braking	Front Grimeca Hydraulic Disc, 6" Rear Drum
Top Speed	60+ mph
MPG	90 mpg plus* *Depending on road conditions, riders weight and altitude.
Warranty	1-Year / 5000 Mile
M.S.R.P.	$3,599 *MSRP does not reflect destination or other dealer vehicle preparation charges.

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