After presenting Elgrand some time ago, Nissan has finally released the latest MPV, named Quest on the carpet in Los Angeles Motor Show 2011.

Joined Allure concept car sedan and Murano Cross Cabriolet is eccentric in the booth Nissan MPV cars were readily attract the attention of the visitors performances.

Built using the Nissan D platform, this fourth-generation Quest has a more eye-catching design, and a more luxurious interior. Thus was launched from Carscoop, Tuesday (23/11/2010).

New Quest has a wheelbase of 2.99 m, which is more than enough to accommodate 7 passengers comfortably. Access to the interior has been made easier by the application of the sliding door next to a more powerful and controlled by Nissan’s Intelligent Key.

To further improve the comfort, there are two large windows and moonroof, thereby increasing the sense of relief on the interior.

Also on the front there is a chair that can be heated and has a 12-volt DC outlet. For those who like to make the long journey, there is also an entertainment system featuring a 11-inch WVGA screen.

Quest comes with a carry capacity of 3500 cc V6 engine, capable of providing output power of 253 hp and 320 Nm of torque. Engine with a power of it and then mated with Xtronic CVT transmission, so Nissan claims can provide a nice control.

In order to ensure security, ffitur car is equipped with ABS, EBD (Electronic Brake force Distribution) and BA (Brake Assist) as standard equipment on all models.

Quest will be offered in four trim levels (S, SV, SL and LE), with seven-color two-color exterior and interior. But for the price of Nissan not specify with certainty.

Mazda made a breakthrough new technology. Japanese manufacturer that introduced the technology that they call “SKYACTIV” future generations. The technology consists of six components, namely engines, gasoline, diesel engines, automatic and manual transmission, body, and chassis.

Mazda updating the entire engine, transmission, and platform product line. Mazda also changed the production process, from research and development, through to mass production. We must make technological innovation in all areas. application of this technology will begin to be done in 2011 with the Mazda2 as the first model.

This technological revolution started from the use of materials that make vehicles lighter weight and improving engine technology. Next will be followed by regeneration of braking systems and hybrid power systems. The goal is to minimize use of fuel consumption 30% by 2015 (compared to 2008).

Engine
Later, SKYSCTIV-G – for gasoline engine – will use less fuel by 15% but with greater torque. Direct injection gasoline engine will produce a compression ratio of 14.0: 1. Mazda claims this machine as a gasoline engine with the highest compression in the world. The test results of this machine – installed at the Mazda2 or Mazda Demio – 1:30 liter fuel consumption / km.

Next to the Mazda diesel engine named SKYACTIV-D. This machine has the lowest compression ratio in the world that is 14.0: 1. This machine uses two-stage turbocharger. With a low compression ratio, the sound is very smooth machine.

Yet this machine is still responsive from low to high spin. Mazda calls the resulting torque increases and obtained from low speed range up to 5200 rpm. In addition, this engine consumes 20% less diesel fuel with emission standards Euro6.

Transmission, Body and Chassis

For transmission, future Mazda models will use SKYACTIV-Drive. This new generation automatic transmission is very efficient and able to combine all the advantages of a conventional automatic transmission, CVT and double clutch transmissions.

For manual transmission, SKYACTIV-MT, Mazda makes transmission faster and easier. The smaller the size of transmission because of its structure improved.

As for the body, SKYACTIV-BODY, will make Mazda’s weight will be more mild 8% but 30% more rigid than ever. Yet this framework promises Mazda will remain sturdy and secure.

As for the chassis, Mazda-Chassis SKYACTIV prepare. This new technology will reduce the weight that will solidify control. Another development is the strut front and multi-link suspension with the light weight, but with increased strength. The whole chassis 14 percent lighter than the old Mazda.

2000 Hyundai announced plans to produce fuel cell car (fuel-cell) for rent in the global market between 2012 and 2014. Approximately 400 units of which will be launched in the United States before 2015.

This plan was put forward by Deborah Bakker, Senior Manager of Hyundai for regulation and certification, a few days ago. In a statement a spokesman for Hyundai, Dan Bedore, who was quoted by Inside Line, No plan to sell to the public or the company.

Hyundai plans to enter the medium-to large SUVs to multiply examples of vehicles that will be used. The amount is several hundred units. After that, we will make small-scale production line to begin production in 2012.

Hyundai and Kia had time to develop the Kia Sportage fuel cell in 2000 and introduced the Hyundai Tucson fuel cell in 2004. Hyundai Motor Company is committed to developing fuel cell technology, hydrogen-powered emissions-free.

Jaguar C-X75 – plug-in electric super sport car concept car that is currently in the showcase at the Mondiale de l’Automobile Paris 2010, a horrendous technology. Many new things are found in this car.

This concept car is categorized as an “extended range electric vehicle” or an electric car with the distance away. Understandably, equipped with generators that are ready to charge the battery during the fuel there are two micro switch on the gas turbine. This car can also be called a series hybrid, like the Chevrolet Volt. Claimed as the fastest electric car today, 330 km / hour.

Micro-Turbine
A very interesting technology is a micro gas turbine that is used to charge batteries or direct plays electric motor mounted on four wheels. Especially for this turbine, Jaguar must cooperate with Bladon Jets, gas turbine engineering company specialized in the UK.

Both companies get help from the parent Jaguar, Tata Motors $ 1.8 million. For the generator, switched reluctance type (SRG) using the product SR Drive. Actually, the development of micro-gas turbines for cars first by an Israeli company, ETV Motors.

July, they have tried it on the Toyota Prius by replacing the nickel-metal hydride battery (NiMH) and lithium-ion battery and take off down the motor fuel is replaced with a micro gas turbine. Be, the microturbine-electric Prius plug-in hybrid.

80.000rpm
Micro gas turbines installed in the middle, both the total generating power 140kW (188PS) work on constant rotation 80.000rpm. The four electric motors at each wheel, the total torque 1.600Nm or 440Nm respectively.

Bladon Jets based Shropshire, England made a breakthrough by creating a multi-stage axial compressor, usually used in large gas turbines. Now reduced in size but still with a high tolerance. Each mikroturbin gas weighs only 35kg.

According to the Jaguar engineers, micro-turbines have several advantages as a source of activator generator compared to piston engines when used. Among other things, because not many moving parts, no memerlkan turbine lubrication and cooling. All of that reduces the weight. Amazingly, the turbine can use various types of fuel, including diesel, biofuels, CNG and LPG.

Turbines achieve rotation and optimum working temperature within a few seconds so it can be used directly to charge the battery. The turbine can work sequentially or simultaneously, depending on the energy required to charge the battery. Can also directly moved the electric motor.

Aerodynamic Package
Because the flue gas to form part of the active aerodynamics package, Jaguar uses a special layer of zirconia-molybdenum. This advanced heat-resistant layer, used on F-1 car and used plasma spray diffuser carbon fiber to protect it from flue gases.

Jaguar targeting lower drag coefficient (cd) or wind resistance for improved its fuel efficiency. For this, C-X75 has an additional channel to adjust the volume of required air turbine. Flow from the turbine exhaust system is also used as active aerodynamics.

The driver and passenger in front of a closed air box which houses the micro-gas turbine. Seat mounted in such a race car, and air to the turbine flows through channels in the body structure. Jok steering wheel, tools and instruments and boxes konttrol pedals all adjust to the driver.

Large hole in front, used as brake cooling vents and also are able to add aerodynamic efficiency. Behind, there is permukaanyang can control the air flow vertically and work automatically according to speed. His job directing airflow to the rear wheels to improve stability and efficiency, especially when the car accelerated at high speed.

Diffuser
Rear diffuser made from carbon fiber, an important element in leading the airflow under the car and creates “downforce” or traction. Also there is an active airfoil, which lowers automatically when the car speed increases. The fans on the hole that turns the turbine exhaust gas flow, also assigned to streamline Venturi channel.

With such concept, the car body seems to stay slim, compact and cepert and of course continue to generate traction and downforce are great. Cd car is claimed to 0.32.

“We want the air to flow smoothly and in large numbers, not only on the car, also through a channel in the rear air box. Understandably, when the gas turbine works at 80,000 rpm, requires 35,000 liters of air per minute. That means that we need to make a series of air channels are fit, “said Matt Beaven, Jaguar designers.

Battery
For the battery technology, – still using li-ion – considered to be very limiting performance of the car to be the greatest. To this Jaguar says its engineers are conducting research with a battery supplier for the next generation. Planned uses for the battery with power cells can diperleh best compromise between energy and power density.

As an energy-efficient cars, using technology, regenerative braking on all wheels are returned to the battery. Jaguar uses ventilated brakes with a diameter of 380 mm in front and 345 mm in the rear. For wheels, size 21 and 22 inches wrapped with black curry Pirelli 265/30ZR21 and 365/25ZR22.

Because using the electric motor directly, the transmission using a single acceleration. Nevertheless, there remains the final gear ratio, ie 3.1: 1. Moreover, 50 percent of the metal used can be recycled. CO2 emissions of its claimed 28 grams / km.

Order
Successful cooperation Blandon and Jaguar, making the owner of the Jaguar – Tata of India – agreed to buy 20 percent of the company. “It’s a very interesting beginning for our company,” said Paul Barrett, the boss Bladon Jets.

Toyota will start studying an assessment of the company’s quality control conducted by four outside experts to help beef up quality controls at the recall-battered automaker under a program that began in March to review defect measures.

Toyota Motor Corp. said Monday it was tackling a number of improvements, including analyzing each accident and consumer complaint more thoroughly and boosting communication with journalists and other outsiders to be better at ensuring quality.

Toyota, the world’s top automaker, has seen its once sterling image for quality plunge since October after recalling more than 8.5 million vehicles around the world with defective gas pedals, faulty floor mats, software glitches and other problems.

Despite vowing to improve quality, the automaker has in some cases discouraged independent scrutiny. Electronic messages obtained by The Associated Press in the U.S. show Toyota was frustrated with Southern Illinois University Professor David Gilbert, whose research indicated that electronics might be to blame for unintended acceleration problems in Toyota cars.

The messages show Toyota not only tried to cast doubt on his findings but also made clear it was displeased. One Toyota employee questioned whether he should be employed by the university, which has long been a recipient of company donations.

In steps disclosed Monday as under way, Toyota said it is boosting collaboration between Toyota’s quality-related divisions and its legal division, beefing up training among employees to get a better grasp of customers’ views on vehicle troubles, and trying to obtain more input from third-party experts.

Toyota has added four academic and consumer experts, who were recommended by the Union of Japanese Scientists and Engineers, which is not directly affiliated with Toyota. They are Hiroshi Osada, professor of management at the Tokyo Institute of Technology; Noriaki Kano, honorary professor at Tokyo University of Science; Yasuo Kusakabe, chairman of the Automobile Journalist Association of Japan and Yoshiko Miura, general manager at the Japan Consumer’s Association.

Especially pressing is the need for establishing guidelines to steer crisis-management activity by the president and other members of senior management. Also pressing is the need for bridging the culture gap between Japan and other nations in public relations activity.

Indonesian government plans to roll out eco-friendly car production program affordable (low cost and green car) gets rave reviews from Nissan Motor Company. Ltd, Japan. Boediono vice president expressed this program directly into the number one Nissan, Carlos Ghosn met while in Jakarta, yesterday.

Takayuki Kimura, President Director of PT Nissan Motor Indonesia (NMI) which participated in the meeting explained that the program low cost and a green car to be one topic of discussion. But, until now the Indonesian government has not decided the form of a program that will take effect.

“It means we still have time to participate in discussion, all manufacturers must have an equal opportunity to participate here. Nissan is ready to talk with the government (Indonesia),” Kimura said.

Nissan is currently participating in the eco-car program, announced the Government of Thailand. March, as the leading products have been manufactured and marketed in the global markets, including Indonesia in November 2010.

“We do not know what the March into categories determined the Indonesian Government. If Nissan participate, will be absorbed into more investment. This is the main goal. Without additional investment, we will not be able to do much,” said Kimura.

Up to now there are two brands of Japanese origin who have expressed readiness to participate, Toyota and Daihatsu. Daihatsu will even show off a prototype of this car in the event the International Indonesia Motor Show (IIMS) 2010 end of July. Dikabarnya, the two brands will collaborate again to create joint products such as Xenia and Avanza, Rush-Terios.

Honda Motor Co. has suspended production at two of its Chinese factories due to a walkout at a parts affiliate, and could not confirm reports Wednesday that the dispute has been resolved.

The disruption at Foshan Fengfu Autoparts Co. came just days after Honda settled a two-week strike at a wholly owned parts supplier that had forced the Japanese automaker to freeze production at four car assembly factories due to a lack of parts.

Production was suspended Wednesday at the two factories of Honda joint venture Guangqi Honda Automobile Co. due to a “labor dispute,” Honda said in a statement.

Honda spokesman Yoshiyuki Kuroda, in Tokyo, said he could not confirm a report by the official Xinhua News Agency that the 200 workers who had walked off the job at Foshan Fengfu had agreed Tuesday to return to work.

Kuroda said production at Honda’s other two China car assembly plants was not affected because they had a sufficient supply of parts on hand. Foshan Fengfu is a joint venture between Honda subsidiary Yutaka Giken Co., which owns about 70 percent, and Taiwanese firm Moonstone Holding Co.

Located in Foshan, a city in southern China’s Guangdong province, where Honda has its joint venture with Guangzhou Auto Group, it makes exhaust pipes and other parts for Honda’s Odyssey, Accord and Fit models. Xinhua said workers there ended their strike after reaching an agreement for the company to draw up plans for wage hikes and not fire anyone involved in the strike.

The conflicts reflect rising tensions between workers and foreign companies that rely on China as a source of cheap labor and a fast-growing market. Companies in China are finding it harder to attract and keep workers, who are demanding better pay and working conditions.Wage disputes and strikes are common in China, but rarely attract as much attention as the Honda-related strikes and other disputes that have surfaced in recent days.

Merry Electronics Shenzhen Co., a factory in Shenzhen, near Hong Kong, said Tuesday that it had resolved a strike that began over the weekend by workers who were disgruntled over pay and working hours.

“The strike is over now and the problem has been resolved,” said a female staffer who answered the phone at Merry Electronics’ factory, which has more than 10,000 workers. She would give only her surname, Zhen.

Workers were unhappy over working extra weekend shifts without extra pay and because the company had allegedly not followed up on an earlier promise to raise base pay to 1,050 yuan ($154) from the current 900 yuan ($132), the state-run newspaper China Daily and other reports said.

Video clips on a labor-oriented Web site showed hundreds of workers in white shirts and black pants blocking streets near the factory.

The latest spate of higher profile labor disputes followed news of 11 suicides and three suicide attempts — mostly by jumping off tall buildings — at Taiwan’s Foxconn Technology Group, a contract manufacturer in China of iPhones and other name-brand electronics.

Labor activists accuse the company of having a rigid management style, an excessively fast assembly line and forced overwork, but Foxconn denies the allegations.

Foxconn — the world’s largest contract maker of electronics — announced two pay raises for its Chinese workers after the recent suicides. It also is installing safety nets around buildings and hiring more counselors.

Protesters picketed Foxconn’s annual general meeting in Hong Kong on Tuesday, accusing both the Apple Inc. supplier and computer giant of poor corporate ethics.

The 30 demonstrators held signs saying, “Workers are not machines. They have self-esteem,” outside a hotel function room where shareholders of Hong Kong-listed Foxconn International Holdings Ltd. were meeting.

Now you do not need to spend so much money to buy a car that makes you look rich. There are many new cars that look expensive than it is. So do not worry if you want to appear as a rich person in front of your peers.

Here are five cars in 2010 that cost the output side, not more than U.S. $ 29,000, or approximately USD 260 million.

2010 Kia Soul
This little car has a cool interior design. Many high-tech gadgets are commonly found on luxury cars, such as a USB jack for music and Bluetooth wireless technology. Plus, futuristic exterior design. This car is marketed U $ 13,300 – U $ 18,195 per unit.

2010 Suzuki Kizashi
Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a sunroof that can make you see the clouds or even the stars at night. Not only fun to dikemudi, this medium sedan seems most sporty than the other competitors.

Likewise with the interior. Kizashi made with high quality materials, are like on the dashboard and door panels. This car is only sold U.S. $ 18,999 – U.S. $ 26,749.

Mazda MX-5 Miata 2010
With one button, you can open the roof of this car. And with one button you can also close the roof. By purchasing this car, you like having a luxury car. In fact, the Mazda MX-5 Miata sports car is one of the most affordable price. This car is marketed to U.S. 22,810 USD – U.S. 29,350 USD.

Exodus 2010 Chrysler 300
Chrysler 300 is ideal for you a frugal budget, but want to look luxurious. This big sedan is not much fun to drive. But with this car, you’ll look rich. In fact, many people say resembles the Chrysler 300 luxury sedan. Chrysler sold 300 to U.S. $ 27,260 – U.S. $ 44 865.

2010 Ford Flex
SUV type cars are notoriously cheap. But with the price a little crooked, you can get the Ford Flex is priced at U.S. $ 28,950 – U.S. $ 42,465. Surely, with this car you look like a rich person.

Like not to be outdone by Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz is also developing autonomous vehicle project (which can drive their own vehicles) version. Mercedes difference immediately claimed the system will be applied to production vehicles.

With the driver aids future systems, we will be able to cope with the traffic situation even more complex and minimize the danger of accidents, especially at the crossing points. New methods of testing our automated driving help meet very high quality and the demands of operational security to be placed on safety systems more efficiently.

Furthermore, in a way to high risk maneuver, Mercedes-Benz vehicles to be able to test the extreme limits without any risk of accidents that potentially harm the rider and technicians.

Daimler said the party; the accuracy of this automated system provides control technicians better on their experiments.

In order to follow trends in the future safety, testing procedures, should be able to offset the richness of ideas and the ideas that emerged from our engineers. With automatic driving, we’ve had the capital to develop the next generation help system.

Mercedes uses a robot programmed to handle acceleration and braking control, while on-board computer to act as an automatic pilot to ensure the accuracy of steering the robot. Mercedes also said that every vehicle they can be fitted with a system for this test.

In order to strengthen its position in the premium vehicle segment, today PT Mercedes-Benz Indonesia released three variants at the same time the German luxury sedan.

Not only one but the sole agent, Mercedes-Benz will launch C300 Avantgarde, E 300 Avantgarde, and E 63 AMG simultaneously.

Mercedes-Benz C300 Avantgarde. 2996 cc V6 engine equipped with powerful 170 kW at 2500 rpm with peak torque of 300 Nm.

With multi-point injection engine endorsement earlier, four-door sedan is claimed to have qualified personnel but fuel consumption can still be suppressed. The German manufacturer noted, C300 requires only 9.4 liters of fuel to travel the distance of 100 km.

As an upscale sedan, C300 certainly well equipped with excellent features in a line of interior and exterior. Certainly not behind the security features of high class.

Such as Brake Assist (BA), Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Hill Holder, and Traction Control System. Everything is installed to assist with comfort and safety for drivers and passengers inside.

E300 Avantgarde For, using the 2996 cc V6 DOHC engine with maximum output power reached 170 kW at 6000 rpm with a torque of 300 Nm at 2500 rpm. Yes, these machines are similar to the C300 Avantgarde.

Only when the series is positioned as the C-Class Mercedes-Benz sedan a more sporty then for the E-Class comes with an elegant appearance.

Last Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG. As the name implies, a mixing AMG has adhered to the German sedan. For example, AMG Ride Control, sports-steel-spring suspension with front struts and rear air suspension AMG water.

In the 6.2 liter engine, Mercedes-Benz AMG is also already using Speedshift MCT 7-speed, so hopefully will be more responsive gearshift. Output power was claimed to achieve 525 bhp with maximum torque of 630 Nm