Monday, January 31, 2011

2010 VW 1 Liter Photo

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As outrageous as the idea of a production 1L/100km (235mpg) car sounds, more reports have emerged confirming the ultra-frugal car is in fact in development and that it could be on the market by as early as 2010. At last year's Frankfurt Motor Show senior VW exec Ferdinand Piëch claimed the car would be available by the end of the decade and a month later, CEO Martin Winterkorn backed up the claim as well as providing some of the production details. The latest reports indicate the car might not be a single-cylinder petrol design like the concept, but a two-cylinder diesel-electric mild hybrid.

Discussing the car's sales potential last year, Winterkorn stressed that the 1-Liter “would not be a best seller” and thus will only be produced in limited numbers. Its body will be constructed from carbon fiber, plastic and magnesium. Top speed with the one-cylinder 0.3L engine of the 2002 1-Liter concept was expected to be around 120km/h with average fuel consumption around the 1L/100km mark (235mpg). Those numbers aren't expected to change much with the shift to the diesel hybrid design. The change is expected to add drivability and low-end acceleration to the car, although its lightweight will also make easy work for even the small engine and motor combination.

The vehicle's weight is estimated to be a mere 300kg (660lb) thanks to its small size, tandem seating configuration and lightweight construction. That would make the car a very difficult structure to secure in the event of an accident, especially with the panoramic fighter-jet style canopy over the occupants and the very low profile of the car. VW seems confident that it can get the car produced and certified for on-road use, however.

Pricing is expected to fall somewhere between €20,000 and €30,000 ($31,400 to $47,100). Assembly is tipped to take place in VW's prototype shop, which can produce 1,000 cars per year at full tilt, reports CAR.

The version from 2002 ended up doing even better than its target fuel efficiency, requiring just 0.89L/100km (achieving 264mpg). Whether the new diesel hybrid will achieve similar results remains to be seen. Click here to read our previous story on the VW 1-Liter.

Friday, January 28, 2011

How Comprehensive Are Exotic Car Warranties

With your top down, you steadily drive along the Pacific coast line and begin to approach your destination. Powered by one of the world's finest sports cars, you feel all of the strength of a V12 engine underneath the pedal and bask in the fine luxury of a well-appointed leather interior. When the car comes to a smooth stop and you slowly look back, it's important to consider how well protected your super car actually is. Given your vast investment in the vehicle, insuring its condition with a top quality comprehensive warranty is of utmost importance. Whether you are contemplating an upgrade to a new or pre-owned exotic car, or want to better evaluate your options as an exotic car owner, we provide an important guide to helping you navigate luxury warranty options.
Elements of a Luxury Warranty Plan

Many upscale vehicles come with a factory exotic vehicle warranty that can be transferred to a new owner. It's important to determine the extent and application of the coverage in advance of buying a new super car. Whether you're considering a pre-owned Ferrari or want to invest in a new BMW, the warranty options should be at the center of your decision making process. Maintaining a super car with a properly structured coverage policy is much more affordable and makes the total costs of ownership quite reasonable. Keep in mind that you'll always want a comprehensive insurance policy for collisions as well as 3rd party coverage as well, since warranties only cover basic repairs to a vehicle.

At the base of any upscale warranty plan are limitations in mileage, behavioral exclusions (for example, many plans don't cover accidents as a result of speeding), territory restrictions (the ability to drive your car anywhere) as well as varying contract coverage lengths. Look for a warranty that gives you the freedom to drive you vehicle where and when you need it - getting reliable repairs on a timely basis from your warranty requires that a certified service provider is located in your area. For exotic cars such as Maybachs, dealerships are relatively rare, which may require you to ship your vehicle out of state in order to get certified coverage.
The structure of the plans vary from manufacturer and often include deductibles (out of pocket expenses) based upon the type of repair. When evaluating comprehensive repair options, one should consider the extent of coverage as well as the geographical reach of the underwriter. Often times, luxury car warranties are offered by manufacturers in partnership with 3rd party underwriters - make sure you know exactly who "owns" your coverage and how services are rendered when required. If you're shopping for a used luxury vehicle, check to see whether there is time remaining on the warranty and how the policy is structured. Often times, it may be beneficial to buy aftermarket warranty coverage after the manufacturers' policy expires to protect your investment. Always read the fine print carefully so that you get complete coverage and the security that a good plan deserves.
Once you're ready to consider your options for a new or used luxury vehicle, check out our impressive inventory. We'll be able to help you understand your options, including warranty coverage, for the vehicle you want.

No matter what car you decide on there are 3 things you should always do:

1. Get a CarFax

2. Have the car inspected by a qualified mechanic/performance center

3. Go through a reputable dealer

Palm Beach Exotic Collection specializes in pre-owned exotic cars of every make and model. With over 40 years of automotive experience we have developed relationships with dealers around the globe, giving us access to thousands of exotic and luxury cars at well below retail prices. You can visit our showroom on line at http://pbexoticcars.com

Steve Lavine is the owner of Palm Beach Exotic Collection in West Palm Beach, Florida. Steve has been an exotic car enthusiast for over 30 years, he has raced cars and speed boats.

Wednesday, January 26, 2011

2013 Audi Q7 Best Photoz Gallery

The new Audi Q7 2013 features may change significantly. The next generation of German SUV, expected in 2013, could in fact doubled to accommodate the needs of international markets for the United States, Arab countries and China could become even bigger, to comfortably accommodate a third row of seats, while...

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2011 BMW 8 SERIES BEST MODEL CAR

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BMW is rumored to have plans to revive the 8-Series name for a potential “four-door coupe,” much like the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class. New 8-series would compete closely with the new Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class, Aston Martin Rapide and Porsche Panamera.

Beginning of the year BMW placed Gerhard Richter in charge of development of its new Gran Turismo model, which is based on the popular CS concept car. New model will be called either simply GT, short for Gran Turismo or 8-series. Most likely the car will get the previous 8-series models name so that BMW can position it as the highest, most luxurious and expensive model.

This new GT/8-series model will be the first non M-series car to be built by the performance division. BMW M President, Herr Willisch said that the CS “It’s a car that doesn’t have any resemblance to the other cars built by BMW AG, so it was decided to give the project to us.”

New 8-series will have a larger wheelbase and sportier chassis than the 7-series, though it will be based on the underpinnings of the new 2009 7-series.

Expected engines will be a V8 twin turbo engine or a 6.0-liter naturally aspirated V12. New 8-series will be introduced most likely in 2010 as a 2011 year model. Still a long time to go with lots of spy shots and rumors. As BMW has not started the testing of the new 8-series we don’t have any spy shots yet, what we have are two artist renderings of the new 8-series. Enjoy!

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Sunday, January 23, 2011

2012 Opel Antara Pictures

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2012 Porsche 911 Turbo

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With a market launch just around the corner, new details have emerged about the 2012 Porsche 911.

As usual, the 911 will be an evolution of the previous model. Keen-eyed observers will notice new lighting units, Panamera-style side mirrors, and a revised rear wing. A closer look will reveal the car is longer and wider than the 997, but only slightly.

Inside, the cabin will to get a major upgrade thanks to styling elements from the Panamera and Cayenne. Our spies haven't gotten close enough to snap pictures, but trust us, they're trying.

The car will continue to ride on a steel-intensive platform, but several weight saving measures will allow the car to weigh 1370kg (3020 lbs) - 45kg (99 lbs) less than today's model. Porsche has also modified the engine mounting points for improved weight distribution and better handling.

Under the hood, the Carrera will be outfitted with a revised 3.6-liter engine that produces 365 hp (272 kW / 370 PS) and 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) of torque. The mid-level Carrera S will come with an updated 3.8-liter with 415 hp (309 kW / 421 PS) and 325 lb-ft (440 Nm) of torque, according to Autocar. Both will be mated to a six-speed manual or an optional seven-speed PDK.

To improve fuel efficiency, all 911s will come with an engine stop/start system and regenerative braking. These additions should allow the Carrera / Carrera S to consume 12% less fuel in city driving.

While a 911 hybrid is expected, eventually, an Autocar source dashed rumors of an EV by saying "We are investigating pure electric drive systems, but no decisions have been made on their production future."

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Friday, January 21, 2011

Si MAMUUT GL-Class dari A.R.T.


Sesuatu yang besar terlihat disini...! Pantas saja garapan rumah modifikasi asal Jerman pada sebuah mobil berbasis Smart Utility Vehicle (SUV) ini diberi nama MAMMUT. Penggunaan item yang dipasangkan oleh A.R.T pada bagian eksterior, sepertinya melengkapi kegagahan sang GL-Class berkelir putih tersebut. Meskipun, A.R.T. tidak melakukan perubahan yang signifikan pada sektor dapur pacu, tampaknya mobil ini sudah cukup baik dengan bangunan V6 dan V8 sebagai opsional sang GL.

Mungkin anda bertanya-tanya, kenapa mobil ini diberinama GL MAMUUT ? Mari kita tilik sedikit mengenai filosofi pemilihan nama sang GL SUV ini. Terinspirasi dari seekor binatang berbadan besar yaitu MAMMOTH, dari situlah nama MAMMUT diusung oleh para tuner dari A.R.T. untuk menggambarkan karya terhadap sebuah mobil Mercedes Benz GL yang kali ini diberi nama "GL MAMMUT." Kesan agresif mobil ini terlihat dari penegasan pada fender depan, lampu utama LED, lubang udara yang dibuat lebih lebar, serta lampu samping dan lampu kabut yang juga mengalami pelebaran. Inilah yang menjadikan si MAMUUT jadi terlihat makin besar.

Untuk bagian belakang, GL MAMMUT juga diberikan lampu belakang LED yang akan menyala jika ada bagian pintu yang terbuka atauapun belum tertutup rapat. Berlanjut sedikit kebagian bawah, anda akan melihat diffuser belakang yang dilengkapi dengan empat pipa gas buang berlogo sang tuner yang sudah dikrom. Logo A.R.T. juga terdapat pada bgian spoiler atas si MAMUUT. Untuk mempermudah si penumpang, lampu Steplight juga diaplikasikan agar penumpang bisa dengan mudah menjangkau area kabin.

Pada bagian interiornya, A.R.T. juga melengkapi sang GL dengan unsur kulit yang bervariasi mulai dari kulit/kayu, kulit/kulit, kulit/Alcantara, atau kulit/ serta karbon. Bagian kabin juga dilengkapi dengan setir kendali bergaya sporty. Sentuhan pada dapur pacu memang tidak dilakukan oleh A.R.T. secara besar-besaran. Mereka hanya melengkapi mesin V6 dan V8 yang ada dengan perangkat CDI. Meskipun hanya melakukan sedikit sentuhan, sang GL MAMMUT tetap bisa meningkatkan kecepatannya ketimbang GL-Class standar. Oke...lumayan lah. [mot, source : ry/autoblackthrough.com]

Ford Rilis 3 Varian Modif Ford Ka


Siapa yang bilang kalau Ford Ka itu membosankan ? Anggapan tersebut mungkin benar jika melihat tampilan mobil ini dulu yang memang terkesan kaku. Tapi lihatlah mobil ini sekarang. Mengambil kesempatan di Ajang Paris Auto Show belum lama ini, Ford-pun resmi merilis 3 varian modif Ford Ka. Generasi terbaru dari jajaran city car ini ditawarkan dalam 3 tema berbeda yaitu Ford Ka Digital, Tattoo, dan Grand Prix.

Untuk Ford Ka Digital nampak begitu eye cathcy berkat pengaplikasian body luar yang kontras. Kombinasi warna hitam metalik berpadu dengan striping hijau dari mulai kap mesin, atap, bagasi belakang dan sisi-sisi pintu memang membuat mobil ini jadi lebih menarik. Desain Ka Digital ini terasa pas untuk anda yang modis dan berjiwa muda. Pengimbangan juga terlihat dari unsur interior di dalamnya. Terlihat bagaimana kombinasi warna hitam dan hijau nampak begitu mendominasi mulai dari jok, dashboard, lingkar kemudi, trim pintu maupun pada tuas persnelingnya.

Lain Ford Ka Digital, lain pula dengan Ford Ka Tattoo. Sesuai dengan namanya, unsur tato memang kental terlihat di mobil ini. Punya warna dasar putih, mobil ini nampak macho berkat penambahan gambar tato hati pada atap dan di kedua sisi pintunya di bawah spion. Masuk ke bagian interior kita akan melihat sederetan fitur custom nan apik. Hal ini nampak jelas pada kombinasi lapisan jok kulitnya warna abu-abu perak dengan sulaman timbul tato hati di bawah sandaran kepalanya. Tidak hanya itu, di mobil ini kita juga akan melihat karpet lantai berwarna senada dengan motif tato hati dan juga lapisan kulit pada tuas perneling dan rem tangannya.

Varian yang terakhir ialah Ford Ka Grand Prix. Model yang satu ini memang kental dengan unsur balapnya. Hal ini tercermin jelas dari konsep dasar body luar yang dirancang layaknya bendera berikut kombinasi warna merah dengan striping putih sebagai pengontrasnya. Bertema balap, desain body luar mobil ini dirancang spesial seperti ubahan bumper berikut grillnya serta pengaplikasian velg racingnya sebagai penopangnya. Masuk ke bagian interior, kita akan disuguhkan dengan fitur-fitur spesial seperti panel pintu dan trim yang berlapis kulit warna merah disamping sentuhan akhir pada tuas persneling dan handle rem tangan warna hijau. Jadi buat anda pecinta Ford tunggu apalagi? Segeralah ambil keputusan....!! [mot/autoblackthrough.com]

Cars Insurance Polices



In case you get your car insured, you need to be really careful. It’s necessary to get to know about all out of view expenses of your car insurance. Additionally, it is just as important to be aware of some of the surprising factors that can influence the sum you will need to pay for the coverage. You have to know that there are several factors that could save you – or cost you – a huge sum on your car insurance.

Actuallylots of people simply don’t understand that many car insurers factor credit scores, work history and education into their calculations when determining a driver’s car insurance rates. Frankly speaking, these factors could affect your rates badly. That is why, it is important to be well informed when consuming car insurance. One more important is to pull a copy of your credit report and examine it carefully before shopping for your Dallas auto insurance. If you find something you thing is wrong or you simply don’t understand, it’s better to contact the credit reporting agency at once to have it removed.

You simply must keep in mind that if your credit score is low for legitimate reasons, it would be better to look for car insurance companies that do not consider credit history in their premium decisions. Nowadays there are many Dallas car insurance companies that claim that they base premiums only on your driving record. If you would find such a company, it would save you a lot of money.

What’s more the type of car you drive is really important. The thing is that it can have great influence on your car insurance premiums. So you have to take that fact into account when you shopping for a new car. It can be helpful call to your insurance company to find out what your new insurance rate will be before even buying this or that car. Belie me the insurance rates for some car types can be that significant, you can even change your mind and decide to look for something else.

All in all, it’s really important to know the facts that may influence the amount of money you would have to pay for your autoinsurance. Besides, if you understand the factors that can cause your car insurance rates to increase, it would be easier for you to get a good deal on the insurance. And there is no doubt that you need a car insurance no matter where you live ( it can be Dallas Texas auto insurance), as you need to stay safe on the road.

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