Car Fasion 07: March 2009

Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Tuesday’s Freebies

We Passed!!!

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We are overjoyed!!!

Thanks be to God!
We can't begin to thank everyone who supported us in prayer and thoughts and well wishes ( but I will, another post!)!
We are shaking and crying with joy (ok, me!)
and we still need prayers for her to clear her medicals but for now, we simply shout and rejoice!!!

Monday, March 30, 2009

BMW 135i Coupe to Race V8 Supercar and BMW Sauber Formula 1 car

Formula 1 weekend in Australia starts with an interesting race between a half-compartment of BMW 135i with parts of execution on top, a monopost and V8 Supercar from BMW Sauber F1.

Yes, we know, it is not a race right nor one it forever supposed being, but these comparisons are always more recreation. And NOT, the tii of the half-compartment 135i marked, will not gain this, but it gives us the other chance to see the car in the action.

It is equipped with the aerodynamic package of execution of BMW, brakes 18 of execution that it. wheels light-allow. The mirrors on carbon fibre side, lid of boot and other elements, achieve the image of car on the subject of which many ventilators of BMW had phantasm.

Here full the official statement and photographs with press of BMW

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BMW 135i Coup� takes the large guns at Australian large Prix

BMW announced 135i Coup� is placed to take the muscle of the park of Albert with 2009 of this Australian large Prix year.

A 135i particularly equipped Cut, supporting the famous stable of tii and comprising the speed of execution of BMW, will take part in the final comparison speed.

A race between V8 Supercar, car and road entirely prepared BMW going 135i Cut formula 1 of BMW Sauber, the final comparison speed is a favourite of crowd which wells three forms of high efficiency to circulate in the car ones against the others in a race of one covering to the finishing line.

The final comparison speed is held with five occasions separated during the weekend from race. The event is run with a synchronized handicap, giving to each car a chance to take the line honors.

BMW 135i Coup� is equipped with a certain number of levellings of execution and beauty product of the stable of execution of BMW, which are re-elected for a range of the exclusive and dynamic accessories of sports.

An aerodynamic package of full execution of BMW, installation of suspension of possession of road, cross drilled and of the light-alloy wheels of. of package of brake of saving of weight and execution 18 of BMW are adapted to the car.

The covers of carbon fibre mirror and the carbon fibre look at the cap with the integrated roof and initialize lines of sports, others accentuate the sporting character of this single vehicle.

The 135i Coup� supports transfers of tii of `before and back accentuating the fascination of the motorsport and the heritage of the mark of BMW.

Inspired by the famous model of BMW 02 presented in 1966, which in its time was recognized as �pitom� of the supreme agility and the enthralling drive, BMW 135i is also distinguished by its compact dimensions, low weight and before-back perfect balance.

A powerful twin engine the turbo one of 6 cylinders, producing of 225 kilowatts makes sure that the car can reach 100km/h as Juste 5.3 seconds. High speed is electronically limited to 250km/h.

The pilot for BMW 135i with the final comparison of this year speed will circulate in the car the journalist Paul Gover, who took BMW Mr. Coup� by his steps with the event of last year.

Christian Klien will be with the bar of the racing racing car of BMW Sauber F1, whereas Greg Murphy takes two BMW in its V8 Supercar.

BMW took part in the final comparison speed since its beginning.

BMW is happy to support this fantastic spectacle,� known as the noble one of Tom, sale managing director, BMW group Australia.

The final comparison speed proved to be a particularly popular segment on the large program of Price and incarnates perfectly the `the final driving complaint of Machine,� it says.

With its short duration on the market, BMW 135i Coup� claimed a certain number of coveted rewards, such as the car of 2008 drives of the year (the best sport scar more than $60.000) and cars of Australia of best, the best sport scar 2008 taking the tastes of many vehicles exotic of sports of high efficiency.

With the difference of the F1 car or V8 Supercar, the Australian ones can buy BMW 135i including/understanding the parts of execution of BMW adapted.

A complete chain of the components of execution of BMW is available exclusively by the network of merchant of BMW.

All the components of execution of BMW reflect the mark of BMW in their technology, design, quality and safety.

Final times of comparison speed:
11.40am on Thursday March 26
4.25pm on Thursday March 26
2.15pm on Friday March 27
1.00pm on Saturday March 28
1.10pm on Sunday March 29

Volkswagen GTI refined for 2010

When Volkswagen hopped up a Golf back in 1976, it invented a niche that came to be known as the Hot Hatchback segment. With just 100 horsepower, it’s difficult now to think that was hot…but it was. Hey, it was 1976 and polyester, John Travolta and the BeeGees were cool, too.

With leisure suits now just a bad dream, the new sixth-generation VW Golf GTI that hits our shores in October as a 2010 model, is just as hot. That makes it pretty cool.

The new GTI , which will make its formal U.S. debut at the New York Auto Show in a couple of weeks, is no longer the power player in the segment if all you’re counting is horsepower. No, the MazdaSpeed3 cranks out 273 hp, while the new GTI makes 200 hp from its 2.0-liter turbocharged four cylinder.

You’re correct if you say that this car has the same power as the outgoing model. What makes this new GTI worth talking about is the refinement VW engineers have worked into the car’s handling, not to mention the updates to the interior and exterior.

Unfortunately, U.S. buyers will not be able to get several features available on European-spec cars, like Dynamic Chassis Control that allows for three settings– comfort, normal and sport–of the car’s shock absorbers. Other items like dynamic cruise control will also not make it to the States. HID headlights, standard on the outgoing model, will be optional on the new car.

The U.S. VW folks say they kept the standard equipment list limited in order to keep down the cost of the three- or five-door hatch (the five-door is a $500 option). But the standard feature list is quite high, so don’t think all the models we get will be strippers. Official prices were not released at our initial test drive, but expect the car to start around $24,000, making it relative bargain in the front-drive sporty market.

So while this new GTI looks much like the fifth-generation car, every body panel (save for the roof) is different. The interior, likewise, is further refined with a better-looking center stack and chrome-trimmed gauge cluster. And yes, the plaid cloth seats are still part of the package. Some things from the ’70s just never go out of fashion.

The base transmission is a six-speed automatic with a six-speed dual-clutch tranny as an option. VW says a seventh gear, available on other VW models, is not necessary here because of the engine’s 207 lb-ft of torque. We sampled them and like both for different reasons. But if we’re headed to our garage, we’d save the $1,200 (approximately) on the DSG and spend it elsewhere…the six-speed manual is damn good.

On our initial test drive of the car, we found it to be quick and fun to drive, which has long been the GTI’s trademark. A decent rumble is emitted from the twin tailpipes, and while 200 horsepower may seem anemic amidst all the 500-horsepower ground beaters available today–the car doesn’t lack for oomph.

The sixth-generation car features subtle changes from its immediate predecessor but can easily trace its lineage back several decades, and is a worthy successor to the hallowed GTI badge.

Audi postponed the launch of its CUV for 2009

The German manufacturer Audi has said that the sale will take its new CUV the end of Audi 2009. This resolution has been given because Audi says that the marketing of all models at once, has become somewhat complicated. However, only 3 new models to join the range: the compact Audi Q5 and Audi 2 versions for the Audi Q7, and a hybrid diesel.

Another reason that has delayed the launch of these new models, Audi is not to promote the next version to the end of the year, usually known a significant drop in prices. The Audi Q5 and the two versions of the Audi Q7 will be sold as Audi 2010 models.

The Audi Q5 has for a long time under development, intended to indicate that everything will be built on the platform of the VW Tigua. It will be the direct competitor to the BMW X3 and upcoming Mercedes-Benz GLK.

Moreover, the Audi diesel version of the Audi Q7 which will be marketed around the same time, take a Audi V6 engine with 230hp and 400 lb-ft of torque. The powertrain will meet the environmental requirements of 50 states in the USA. According to the director of Audi in this country, Johan de Nysschen, "there will be only to adjust certain details so that the diesel engine is offered in future models Audi A4, Audi A6 and Audi A8.

The three models including the Audi Q7 Hybrid V6 280hp will be revealed at the Audi Detroit Auto Show 2009.

from: http://articles-audi.blogspot.com/2009/03/audi-suv.html

Mercedes-Benz Parts Online

Traditionally, finding a source for OEM and aftermarket Mercedes Benz parts meant having to live in or close to a large city. Now the power of the internet allows for the luxury of finding Mercedes Benz parts and accessories from the comfort of your own home. Whether you are shopping for Mercedes Benz parts & accessories to upgrade your interior or exterior, or repair parts to replace your Mercedes wheels or those squeaky brakes, finding your Mercedes Benz parts is no longer like pulling teeth! Online Mercedes Benz parts distributors tend to carry an impressive line of quality manufacturers, including Genuine Mercedes-Benz, Bosch, MP Design, Bilstein, GAP, Schatz, and H&R to name a few, so finding quality Mercedes accessories is never difficult.

Mercedes interior accessories come from a number of high quality designers. MP Design is known for its classy Mercedes interior accessories such as front seat adjustment covers, pillar covers and front door speaker covers. Genuine Mercedes-Benz, Lloyd, and Husky, each carry a line of high quality Mercedes floor mats.

Genuine Mercedes-Benz and Coverking both carry a line of high quality Mercedes Car Covers. Finding replacement Mercedes-Benz parts can seem effortless thanks to the numerous Mercedes Benz parts manufacturers like Bilstein, Bosch, and Hella. Likewise, Genuine Mercedes-Benz manufactures a number of OEM Mercedes-Benz parts. AMG, Lorinser, and Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts each carry a line of quality Mercedes-Benz wheels and wheel spacers.

While shopping for Mercedes Benz parts online is often confusing given the lack of visual application of the product, companies like Performance Products have online animated Mercedes Benz parts diagrams that make choosing replacement parts a much less daunting task. With parts diagrams you can see how your chosen Mercedes engine part fits into your Mercedes engine, or how your chosen Mercedes brake pad fits up against your rotor.

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Something You Should Know About Aftermarket Accessories

Aftermarket Auto Accessories

Counterfeit Aftermarket Accessories and parts are as prevalent as a street vendor selling a fake Rolex on the corner. Aftermarket accessories are not any different, and consumers should be on the lookout when shopping for discount car accessories.

Since the 1980’s, criminals have been selling fraudulent high performance aftermarket accessories at a cheaper price. The lower price may save a few bucks in your pocketbook in an automotive world where gas prices are ballooning out of control. It’s understandable but dwell on this: most of these discount aftermarket accessories and parts sacrifice quality and safety with more inexpensive and less strong materials.

Sometimes what you see is not what you get. Several years ago, CBS Evening News featured a report about counterfeit aftermarket accessories. Brake pads that contained compressed grass or wood chips instead of the usual material were sold to consumers. Having faulty brake pad material could be costly in more ways than one. To be on the safe side with performance aftermarket accessories, you might do better to pay the extra money and go with a brand name you can trust.
How can the average consumer protect against aftermarket accessories fraud?

Seeing a popular brand of an auto body kit you’ve been eyeing for half price may not be for real. Shop around to see what the average price is for the aftermarket accessories and make an educated decision based on what you’ve observed.

At first glance, the aftermarket accessories package may look legitimate but closer inspection may reveal some flaws that could be signs of the part being fraudulent.

Visit trusted stores or well-recommended aftermarket accessories shops. Stick to places you or someone you know trusts. Going to distributors you’ve had good service with reduces risk as distributors often buy aftermarket accessories from the same manufacturer that has never steered them wrong.

Contact the aftermarket accessories manufacturer directly. If you’re still unsure, the manufacturer can often verify if the performance aftermarket accessories is real. Most major companies have anti-fraudulent protocols to prove the authenticity of aftermarket accessories.

It would be foolish to settle on purchasing discount aftermarket accessories just to save a few bucks. Most manufacturers have phone lines or websites devoted to reporting fraudulent aftermarket automotive accessories and parts. Protect yourself, and report these crimes if you feel you’ve been a victim.

Top Tips for Classic Car Restoration

Car Restoration

Classic car restoration is one of the most rewarding activities a car enthusiast can perform. Transforming a “seemingly old car” back into a classic vehicle in all of its glory is nothing less than art.

Car owner must know how to properly evaluate the condition of a car and then establish the level of car restoration to be performed to such vehicle. There are 4 levels of classic car restoration. These are the top tips for classic car restoration who want to reverse the effects of ‘the sands of time’ on their vehicles:

1. Inspect your car very carefully, top to bottom, inside and out; use strong flashlights to inspect the trunk, the engine area, etc. If possible take it to a car shop where it could be lifted to take a good look at the condition from beneath. Here you will determine if the car restoration process is worth the time and money.

2. After inspecting the vehicle, it is also important to decide whether you have a ’solid’ car which can be restored without replacing the entire frame, floor, axles, etc. By ’solid car’ we are inferring that the car structure should be strong, as well as the floor; a little rust can be repaired but a completely rusty car which has the entire frame compromised will eventually crumble.

3. Decide whether you want to work with a “friend who knows how to repair cars” or a professional. Cars restoration did by people other than professionals tend to run well for a couple of years and in some cases start to breakdown thereafter.

4. Decide the level of car restoration:

a. Driver car restoration: is often performed to get a car back to a fully functional and operational condition, they often include part replacement and minor cosmetic adjustments.

b. Street Show: this car restoration level involves getting a car into a fully working condition and repairing all major cosmetic problems (body work is required).

c. Show Car: restoring a classic car back to this form often requires professional work, if judged by a professional, there restorations and labor quality will fall within the 90-95 point range.

d. Concours: this is the highest level of car restoration possible. All the work should be done by professionals, from part replacement to body work.

5. Start the car restoration process, if possible follow a 2 step procedure (part replacement and chassis adjustments). Visit the car shop as often as possible to make sure the right work is being done.

6. Take it for a ride and see if it works correctly.

copy from : http://www.covercarworld.com/car-restoration

Useful BMW Accessories for Your Stylish BMW

BMW Accessories not only represent style, they are also high quality and totally reliable. These BMW accessories are designed to make your ride more pleasurable and long-term maintenance benefits. If you are looking for state-of-the-art BMW accessories, do check out this online site that provided BMW Accessories to worldwide customers. You will find tons of beautiful and long-lasting BMW accessories at very competitive prices.

Interior BMW accessories include floor mats, steering wheel covers, cargo storage, seat covers, heaters, interior lights, air fresheners and many more. For exterior BMW accessories there are wiper blades, exterior lighting, mirrors, bumper protection, wind deflectors, etc. Performance BMW accessories are also very useful and popular, such as racing seats, steering wheels, shift knobs, pedal pads and gauges.

Aluminum BMW accessories are durable and long-lasting. They are also very light weight and easy to install. Some BMW accessories are very simple and can be installed without any difficulty. To find excellent quality BMW accessories, the best way is to search online. Since these BMW accessories are custom-made, they are totally reliable and of high quality. Shopping online also gives you the advantage of making use of special deals and discount offers.

Performance BMW accessories are preferred by a lot of people since they provide many performance gains in the context of horsepower and better fuel utilization. BMW accessories like Car lighting kits are also very popular among car lovers. Burglar alarms and door protection accessories can also be used to make your BMW more secure and protected. BMW accessories can be installed to improve the appearance of your car and also for security reasons.

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Volkswagen Accessories: a Legacy of Greatness

Quality has never been stressed by German automobile manufacturer Volkswagen. Volkswagen is responsible for the sale and service of Audi, Bentley and Lamborghini. Known throughout the entire world for its blue Volkswagen logo, the company redefined innovation and efficiency in every vehicle that they have released in the market.

One of the many Volkswagen accessories that can supplement the automobile is the Volkswagen grille Accessories. Aside from being a remarkable aesthetic add-on, the Volkswagen Accessories like grille significantly provides an effective optimization of the vehicle’s engine performance. Cool outside air is systematically absorbed by the vehicle by the use of the Volkswagen grille accessories. Volkswagen accessories grilles are made out of high-durable plastic or metal.
Volkswagen Accessories Hubcab - Decorative Disk That Protects

Volkswagen accessories Hubcaps, in automotive terminology, are the decorative disks placed on the center of the Volkswagen wheel. Volkswagen hubcap basically provides aesthetic boost to an otherwise dull set of wheels. It also provides a performance value to the car wheels as hubcaps also prevent dirt and water from seeping into the vehicle’s brakes and wheel structure.

Conversely, in reverting to its main function as styling Volkswagen accessories, the Volkswagen hubcap accessories evolves into a variety of forms, shades, patterns, and materials offering Volkswagen owners the freedom of molding their own cars into a preferred image. With particular Volkswagen accessories hubcaps playing a major role, an owner could project the car’s personal with a sporty vibe, an aggressive stance, a luxurious aura, and a list of other impressions. Specific kinds of Volkswagen accessories hubcaps available in the market include the classic hubcaps, hot rod hubcaps, hubcap jacks, spinning hubcaps, antique spinning hubcaps, spinner hubcaps, diamond cut spinner hubcaps, baby moon hubcaps, bolt on hubcaps, custom hubcaps, and the list goes on. In terms of material, a Volkswagen hubcap can be made from aluminum, steel, or even plastic. Durability is also guaranteed as these hubcaps are designed to withstand the everyday road grind. Volkswagen has well taken note of this fact, thus upholding its commitment in providing Volkswagen auto parts and Volkswagen accessories that are infused with the trademark Volkswagen elegance and sophistication.

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Range and cost information of fuel cells (FC EXPO 2009)

An important issue for fuel cell vehicle at the moment, “range”, “sub-zero start”, “FC improving the durability of the stack” and “cost reduction” in the fourth.The range is as was mentioned earlier, on par with gasoline vehicles already achieved more than 500km. Loss and loss of electrical energy and heat loss of the inverter stack 15 percent reduction by increasing the amount of regenerative energy of the vehicle, model year 2005 about 25 percent more fuel economy improvement. The addition of hydrogen filling pressure from 35MPa and 70MPa, about the amount of hydrogen can be used to expand the volume of the 1.9-fold improvement.

“Between 2008 - Tokyo, Osaka (560km), was able to finish filling in the actual use conditions and no air conditioning. After the fuel has been left to finish, and later were able to estimate the road about 250km I “(Mr. Masuda)
“Starting below zero” for the problem is almost solved. The fuel cells produce energy to produce water with Originally, the system starts to freeze it in below freezing water was a major challenge. The supercooled state of water - the frozen state before solidification of water - sustainable technology, and the matter settled. Today, Toyota and other manufacturers, minus minus 25 ℃ and 30 ℃ of the system can start. “We went to the testing of the Canadian Arctic. Minus 30 ℃ following morning, it was minus 25 ℃ day following a cold place, I could start without any problems no” (Mr. Masuda)

“FC Stack Durability improvement” in reducing the degradation by chemical and physical endurance has improved steadily. The current challenge is to curb further deterioration catalyst and electrode.

The challenge is the most popular, and “cost reduction”.

Of the possible measures, the larger two. First, in the field of design, and simplification of the FC system to smaller and lighter stack. Then, in the materials sector, in cooperation with materials manufacturers, FCHV promote low-cost construction material of the car. This ultimately cost Mr. Masuda’s tenth goal of the talks. Particular challenges, FC, and reduce the amount of platinum and other precious metals used in the stack, both increasing efficiency and compact, complete with cheap how to enable the high-pressure carbon fiber tanks to take a driving range.

And resolve issues, and Masuda 2015, aims to spread to the general public will begin to speak, concluded as follows.

Posted under Fuel Cells

Hydrogen-diesel from BMW

Hydrogen-diesel from BMW

Hydrogen-diesel from BMW

Engineers from the BMW developed a new cylinder head for hydrogen operation based on a production diesel engine. BMW designed high pressure injectors for direct injection of hydrogen into the combustion chamber with pressures of up to 300 bar, nearly 4500 psi. With the diesel base, however a much better efficiency, with the new technology reached 42 percent and this is on the level of conventional self-ignition. The series using the new technology are technical side, according to Development Director Falk Gerbig no insurmountable obstacles contrary.

The project H2BVplus, an H2-ignition combustion process as a possible cars propulsion of the future will be further investigated. With regard to performance and efficiency can be distinguished from conventional diesel interesting aspects derived. The H2-ignition concept is to increase the efficiency and specific performance is expected.

Still holds the BMW hydrogen combustion because of the relatively low technology and low cost space, particularly for a good alternative to hydrogen fuel cells

H2BVplus Hydrogen Combustion Engine with Laser Measurement Equipment

High-speed Detroit-Lansing rail line envisioned

A company called Worldwide Hydrogen Super Highways says it has designed a magnetic-levitation rail line to run near existing highways between Detroit, Lansing and Ann Arbor.

The elevated rail line would use cars “built by Detroit Three automakers” that would use solar energy to power hydrogen batteries, said Justin Sutton of Whitmore Lake, founder of Worldwide Hydrogen Super Highways, which has designed the rail system. The proposed speeds for the maglev train is up to 200mph (322km/h) although the Shanghai maglev easily reaches 268 mph (431 km/h) but hardly its full potential.

The magnetic rail cars would carry passengers, vehicles (like a ferry) and freight. Sutton said the rail line could be used by many private operators that own the cars, similar to railroads that are shared by railroad companies.

http://www.hydrogen-motors.com/hydrogen/2009/03/high-speed-detroit-lansing-rail-line-envisioned/

Daimler Mercedes-Benz F-CELL Roadster

This car, equipped with modern technologies and futuristic, a source of inspiration for the first history of benz (of 1886)! The keyword: of point combined with the tradition!

The roadster of F-Cell of Mercedes-Benz is with electrical motor by a combustible battery located at the back of a power of 1.2 kilowatt (1.63 power in horses). Its high speed is low, they is 25 km/h and carries out an operating range of 350 kilometers. It has large wheels. Found inside the vehicle the following elements: a handle replacing the conventional seats of wheel and bucket in carbon fibre.
According to the member of the council of human resources and the director G�nther Fleig of social relations: This project shows impressive that the matter of mobility became an integral part of our professional training. I am magic to see how much initiative and of creativity the young people put in this

Mazda Premacy Hydrogen RE Hybrid

Mazda5 hydrogen About the hybrid is the second model available in the trade of the manufacturer with the rotatory hydrogen engine. Since 2006, the RE of hydrogen RX-8 for the businesses of leasing released, contrary to Mazda5 hydrogen About the hybrid, but of him is only by its rotatory engine and any additional electrical motor on board.

The hydrogen of Premacy About the hybrid comprises a hybrid gear box series-type, which combines the rotatory engine of the hydrogen of Mazda with an electrical motor. The output of engine is converted into electricity, which then actuates the engine which leads the wheels. This hybrid system amplifies the range of hydrogen fuel of the hydrogen of Premacy About the hybrid with 200 kilometers, twice the range of hydrogen RX-8 About, and increases the best performance of roughly 40 percent, with 110 kilowatts.

The alternative of the hybrid ordering of series of Mazda combines the rotatory familiar hydrogen engine, the push of a button on or the gasoline or hydrogen (duelle installation containing hydrocarbon) functions with an electrical motor. The system converts energy derived from the engine of combustion into electric current, then the electrical motor and to drive of this fact the vehicle.

Monday Madness Freebies

Hi gals,
hope your week started out OK. I finished watching Twilight last evening, yet again. I have to admit I am kind of obsessed. I really enjoyed reading the books, which usually means I don’t like the movie, because it’s always hard when you envisioned the characters differently. However with Twilight, I think they did a really good job transforming it onto the big screen. It also helps that they picked actors that can actually act – just think of Rob Pattinson as Edward. You can really see his pain when he is with Bella. And it also helps that he is very pleasant to look at – or to put it in Perez Hiltons words: “yummy, yummy screw” ;-) Can’t wait to see all those love scenes in Breaking Dawn. I also love their music choices. One of my favorite songs, from the end of the movie, 15 Steps by Radiohead, isn’t on the soundtrack though. What a shame. While watching the movie I also noticed the kind of early Dylan song playing while Bella’s death scene. I sure was surprised to find out that none other than Rob Pattinson sang that. Here it is, so you can swoon with me :-))

Cheers, Angie aka IkeaGoddess
PS. Helen, I prefer watching romance movies like Twilight alone. I just find it easier to loose yourself in them that way ;-)

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