Monday, February 2, 2009

Chevrolet News 2011 Chevrolet Volt: new exterior, chassis photos

Chevrolet has released additional images of the well-traveled Chevrolet Volt show car. Considered a near-production prototype of the vehicle that GM hopes to have on sale for the 2011 model year, these latest photos reveal more sides of the Volt, including what’s underneath its aerodynamic sedan body. Rick Wagoner, GM’s chairman and CEO, didn’t release many details about the Volt at the event. The Volt was driven onto the stage by GM Vice Chairman Bob Lutz, who was joined by GM’s President and COO, Fritz Henderson. Look beyond the GM executives in the PR photos, which we brought you last week ahead of the Volt’s launch, including Lutz, Frank Weber, Vehicle Line Executive for the Volt and Bob Boniface, Volt Design Director, and you’ll see the production-ready Volt.

The General hopes to have the Volt, which is based on GM’s Delta/Global Compact Car Architecture platform, on sale in late 2010 as a 2011MY model. However, that timing may depend on how well the Lithium Ion batteries development progresses. A task given to Continental Automotive Systems and A123 Systems. It could very well be a 2012MY car by the time Volt’s start rolling down the production line. Pending government incentives, GM will build the Volt at the Hamtramck, Michigan, plant that currently builds the G-body Buick Lucerne and Cadillac DTS. Price wise, GM was hoping for an MSRP of around $30,000. It now seems that number may be closer to $35,000, though we don’t expect to hear official numbers for quite some time. Background The Volt project is an ambitious one. The aim is to create a vehicle that can deliver the equivalent of over 100 miles per gallon, while offering a top speed of 120 mph, and a zero to sixty time of 8.5 seconds. The so-called plug-in hybrid has a charge time of three hours, and a range of 40 miles on batteries alone. For many customers, this means that the daily commute would require no gasoline. As with any hybrid, an onboard generator recharges the batteries when the gasoline motor is running. What makes the Volt unique is that’s the only thing the gas motor does — in other words, it never drives the wheels directly. Maximum range — with a full tank of gas and charged batteries — is an impressive 640 miles. The biggest news on the Volt’s development thus far is that engineers have come up with an algorithm for testing the durability of the batteries that can simulate 10 years of use — 150,000 miles — in just over two years of testing. Tests using the new algorithm are now going on around the clock in Detroit and Germany. In an interview with Leftlane, Volt director Tony Posawatz indicated that several variations of the Volt could be in store for the future. Not only is the Volt platform being engineered to accommodate a hydrogen fuel-cell powertrain in the future, but interchangeable bodies remain a real possibility. Since the hydrogen layout keeps every component in the same location, it makes it possible for GM to design different body styles — such as a sedan or van — that can be placed on the platform. This versatility means your Volt could be an SUV one day and a two-door coupe the next. From what we’ve gathered, GM intends to launch an entire line of Volt-badged vehicles offering varying forms and varying batteries to allow for a wide range of list prices. Volt will measure 177 inches long, making it a little shorter than the current Cobalt. The electric drive unit (utilizing a 220-cell, 16 kWh lithium ion battery) will put out 150 horsepower and 273 lb-ft. of torque and will top out at 100 miles per hour. Chevy says the Volt is especially quiet to drive thanks to both the electric motor and extensive sound insulation. GM estimates that the Volt will cost about two cents per mile driven under electric power, well under the 12 cents per mile when using a gasoline engine. Volt will plug into either a standard 120V household outlet or a 240V outlet. It takes about eight hours to charge the Volt on a 120V outlet and three on a 240V. GM estimates that charging will cost about 80 cents based on current energy costs, less than a household refrigerator or freezer. GM says that the interior will also be a strong point for the Volt. A driver-configurable, liquid crystal instrument display, seven inch touch-screen vehicle information monitor and optional navigation system will all highlight GM’s technologies. Bluetooth for cell phones and USB/Bluetooth for music will be standard. Below last week’s PR images, you’ll find Leftlane’s exclusive coverage of the Volt reveal at GM’s Centennial celebration, as well as official images of both the interior and exterior of the 2010 Volt.

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2009 Bugatti 16/4 Veyron Grand Sport


In Summer 2008, as a response to customer request, Bugatti is introducing a new model – the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport, a roadster with a unique, removable roof.

The world’s most exclusive car combines the ultimate in performance with the pleasure of open-top driving. The sophisticated design of its bodywork and aerodynamic components directs the airflow over the heads of driver and passenger so they feel no draught.

As well as a large number of new equipment features, the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport also incorporates innovative structural solutions designed to ensure that the roadster offers the same extremely high levels of passive safety as the coupe.

In keeping with Ettore Bugatti’s exclusive product philosophy, many design features that make this possible are unique in contemporary automotive engineering.


The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport is the world’s fastest and most exciting roadster, and will be displayed to the public for the first time on the afternoon of August 16, 2008, outside The Lodge at Pebble Beach.

The highest bidder will have the opportunity to specify their new car at the factory in Molsheim/Alsace by bidding on the first customer car at Gooding & Company's Pebble Beach Auction on August 17th.

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Wednesday, August 27, 2008

New Honda City India


The New Honda City is all set for an Indian debut around September 2008.The year 2008-09 seems to be a year of transformation for the Honda Siel Cars India Ltd as most of the models are being given a new lease of life. There was the all new CR-V which was launched sometime back and they followed it up with the new Accord. Civic is gearing up for a face lift & The Jazz will fill up its small car segment.The current Honda city which is the most popular car in Honda’s stable, would give way for the New Honda City . This latest & next generation model would make its international debut in august 2008 in Thailand.

From the first look of the car it seems the design is more European like the Accord. The car looks more sturdier compared to the present model. Wide grills with a huge bumper stamps its presence on the road . The rear is something similar to the BMW 5 series but the tail lamps are more boxy. The V-tec model being launched would be of 120 BHP but its uncertain on the variants to be launched in India.

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How to run your car on WATER!

Why should we run our cars on water?
This should be obvious! Besides the enviromental benefits, you can double sometimes even triple your MPG!Did you know that your expensive fuel isn't very efficient, it only use's about 20% of its energy as the rest is used up in heat, pollution (unburnt fuel) and vibration!The savings are plain to see, by using HHO (Hydrogen&Oxygen) gas you are using FREE energy!
How do we run our cars on water?
It's very simple. You don't change your engine or ECU (car computer). A quart-size (95O cc) container, usually made of glass but can also be plastic or metal, is placed somewhere under the hood.You fill it with DISTILLED WATER and low-cost household electrolyte this cause's electrical current.The device gets vacuum and 12 Volts from the engine, and produces HHO gas (Hydrogen+Oxygen), the HHO gas is then supplied to the engine's intake manifold or carburettor as shown in this example diagram below.By using the elecricity from your car battery, it enables the process of splitting the water into hydrogen/oxygen.
Will running my car on water do any damage?
Of course not! Its a well known fact that water is used to cool down the engine so this a benefit, also because normal fuel is never burnt fully there are always carbon deposits left behind.If you run your car on water then there is a better combustion which means that there is less carbon deposits and you get the added benefit of having your engine internally steam cleaning itself aswell!
Will i notice a difference in the characteristics of my car?
In the first few days of using this system you will notice that your engine runs much quieter and smoother.With this reduced noise and vibration comes a reduction in the stress on the transmission resulting in smoother gear changes and a longer life expectancy.This is all good news!
How easy is it to run my car on water?
Very easy! You can build the system yourself and fit it to your car, its so simple to build and costs about $60!By far the easiest way to find out all you need to know about building this system of running your car on water is to use a company called Water4Gas.Water4Gas have created an e-book that explains everything and even provides details for companys where you can get discounts on the parts you need to run your car on water!
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