Wasteful of fuel is often a problem. Not just business perforated bags, but also about global warming.

The race cars are environmentally friendly and fuel efficient ongoing. Start small cars, hybrid cars, to electric cars produce no pollution at all, aka zero emissions.

Assessment institutions cars, Super Cars, recently released the cars most fuel efficient worldwide, not including electric vehicles. Following order:

1. Toyota Prius

Toyota has presented the flagship hybrid car, Toyota Prius. This car is very economical because it can reach 48 miles per gallon on city streets and 45 miles per gallon on the highway. One mile is equivalent to 1.609 miles and one gallon is equivalent to 3.78 liters.

Using a 1.5 liter engine, 16-Valve VVT-i 4-cylinder, capable of producing 110 horsepower. 0-100 km per hour speed only taken in 9.8 seconds. Sedan is also quite relieved, able to accommodate five people. Prius also has been circulating in Indonesia, but still quiet enthusiast.
2. Honda City Hybrid
Using a 1.3 liter engine, 8-Valve, SOHC, i-VTEC 4-cylinder, Honda City Hybrid just need a little fuel material. City Hybrid capable of running 40 miles per gallon on city streets and 45 miles on the freeway.

Although fuel economy, City Hybrid able dashed 0-100 km per hour in just 11.3 seconds. Surely this is because the powerful 110 hp engine seconded. Sedan is also able to accommodate five passengers.
3. Smart for Two
the efficient of  two-seat car is beyond doubt. One gallon of fuel can encourage the Smart for Two to 33 miles on city streets, and 41 miles on the highway. Keiritan car that is used widely in Europe, because a small engine, using a 1.0 liter 3 cylinder and only capable of producing power 70 hp.

4. Volkswagen Jetta TDI
Able to walk as far as 29 miles on city streets and 40 miles on the highway with one gallon of fuel, he was the Jetta TDI. Using the 2.0-liter diesel engine, 4 cylinder, Jetta TDI mempu produce 140 horsepower.

5. Nissan Altima Hybrid
Nissan Altima Hybrid has a 2.5-liter gas engine, 4-cylinder, this car can run 35 miles in the city and 33 miles on the road tons by using one gallon of fuel. The machine can produce 158 horsepower.

If you are a fan of classic Porsche, does not mean your car is also not entitled to follow the development of technology. Porsche 911s have a solution for owners who named Porsche Classic Radio Navigation System.

Car radio, which was launched since last October, has the look of classic design with shapes that fit perfectly with the size of the old radio. Having a screen of mid sandwiched between two classic round button so as not to damage the aesthetics of the interior, but could present the technology of the 21st century.

With a price tag of around U.S. $ 776 minus taxes, Porsche older you will have several features in common with modern cars. And according MottoBullet, the Classic Radio Navigation System is designed for Porsche 911s produced starting in 1963 until 1977 and also fits well with the model 914.

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.

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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.

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Mercedes-Benz showcased a portable electronic device holder Apple iPad for the S-Class luxury sedan at the Paris Motor Show. Going forward, this holder can not only be used on the S-Class, but also on other Mercedes models.

The mount is placed behind the front seat, behind the retaining head (headrest). Once iPad installed, automatic direct battery charging. This holder has the ability to be played and arranged with the best angle for more comfortable iPad screen for viewing and use of passengers. When down, IPAD also be removed immediately and taken, without the need to turn it off first.

If a used Mercedes models fitted with Mercedes-Benz drill Hotspot, iPad variants that do not have the function of the Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS) or 3G connection system, still can be used freely. The internet connection can be accessed via WiFi in the car.

Both the base and framework that integrates with the retaining head design as possible with the highest safety standards typical of Mercedes-Benz. Installation of only 1.5 hours.

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.

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KAWASAKI launched ZX-10R model 2011 with an impressive power output of 197 hp thanks to its weight is less than 198 kg. That means every unit of horse power encumbered only about 1 kg.

To maintain the stability control, the motorcycle is equipped with artificial Ohlins steering damper combined large-diameter front forks from Showa. Rear suspension, using the package horizontally mounted dampers for more focus and weight reduction are more subtle.

Uniquely, Kawasaki offers a choice of engine power settings in three modes (full, middle and low) to adjust engine power output with the actual driving conditions.

Kawasaki Sport Features Traction Control (S-KTRC) is standard on the bike is priced at U.S. $ 13,799. This feature is able to make this bike much faster and more secure by monitoring the condition of front and rear wheels every 5 milliseconds from the symptoms of slippage or excess energy. If still lacking, there’s more Kawasaki Intelligent optional anti-lock Brake System (KIBS) with a surcharge of U.S. $ 1,000 that keeps the wheels so as not to lock and prevent the rear wheels lifted from the asphalt.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R comes with a figure sharper and more aggressive than before. The pointed beak hole plus air grille decorated with LED lights integrated model, very compatible with sein lamp mounted on a second mirror.

Toyota Verso-S, launched at the Paris Motor Show, it was different from previously marketed MPV verso. Verso-S is a small MPV. Length 3990 mm, or 24 centimeters longer than the Yaris (3750 mm) and smaller than the Toyota Avanza.

According to Toyota Motor Corp., a mini MPV two rows of seats are on sale in Europe in February next year. While in his home country, Japan, went on sale in November under the name “Ractis”.

Verso-S, though small, still offers an interior that is roomy enough and provide comfort with a compact body. According to Toyota, a mini MPV designed for use in the city. With small size, is expected Verso-S is more easily maneuvered in the narrow city streets and jammed. Rear seats can be folded two parts with a proportion of 60/40.

The roof is equipped with a panoramic sunroof. Supplies are still new to car audio with classmates is a touch screen, also equipped with control buttons on the steering wheel. As a result, Verso-S to small cars, including luxury!

As a driving source, to market Eropada Toyota offers two engines, namely gasoline 1.3 liter, Dual Variable Valve Timing-intelligent (Dual VVT-i) and 1.4 liter diesel, direct injection, common rail (D-4D). More efficient diesel version of its fuel consumption, 23.25 liters / km for the automatic transmission, and 22.7 km / liter. While gasoline 18 km / liter for 6-speed manual and 19.2 km / liter.

Besides petrol version is offered with a 6-speed manual transmission, also an optional 7-speed CVT is equipped with sequential paddle shift operation to gain a sense of the manual. This car include B-MPV market segment and compete with the C-segment car.

IMAGINYZE is a new application that is able to clarify the conditions in front of the vehicle via iPhone. When installed in the middle of the dashboard of vehicles, the iPhone has been installed imaGinyze application will detect the path that you are facing, to mark the line according to line the streets, while the inside of the road are given in blue.

If the application has been successfully established your point, it can detect other vehicles in front within a certain distance.  ImaGinyze will also provide a warning sign of blink when you approach another vehicle from behind.

Figure vehicle in front will also be given a different color sign that will change according to distance. First green, then yellow and red when approaching when the distance is getting closer.

To improve safety, the device has been giving warnings to drivers to make a decision. Would reducing the speed, or switch lanes and increased speed to catch up.

When switching point detection will be a purple color change that marks the function of ‘lane departure mode’ is active and remember driver when there are vehicles in the lane on the go. imaGinyze also presents a variety of other information including the actual vehicle if you’re not sure on the standard speedometer device.

Once the application is installed, first thing to do is place the iPhone at an altitude of 1 to 1.5 meters in landscape mode. A number of calibration may be necessary to enable the application to function properly.

This is a new application was first developed and may find it not very reliable. imaGinyze this 1.0 version will still need many improvements to functionality and increasingly felt maximum benefits.

The Campbell Hausfeld air compressor company is one of the most well known companies in the air compressor industry. They make other tools, but their main focus is on air compressor. If you are looking at air compressors for home use, you should definitely consider them. But, before you make a decision, here are some of the main considerations you should make.

Skill Level
The first thing you need to consider is your skill level. We all like to think that we are home improvement pros, but the truth is, we are not. When choosing an air compressor, you should focus your attention on choosing one that suits your needs and is not too complicated to use. There is no need in buying an industrial air compressor if you are just going to use it for basic work around the house.

Desired Application
Next, you need to consider the desired application you are going to be using your air compressor for. Not all air compressors perform equally in all situations, so you need to make sure you choose one that will work best for you. You may want to consider getting a portable air compressor to move around the house, or you may want a fixed air compressor for your workshop. All this needs to be considered before you make your final decision.

Budgetary Constraints
The budget you have is probably one of the most important factors to consider. It is important to set a budget before you even start, as spending can get out of control quite easily. Campbell Hausfeld makes air compressors in almost every price range, so you should have no trouble finding one that fits your needs. Make sure there is room in the budget for other things too, like tools and accessories. Their prices can add up quickly as well.

Buying a Campbell Hausfeld air compressor is one of the best decisions you can make. Just be sure to do your research and choose the right model for you. There is no doubt that one you make your purchase, you will be more than satisfied.

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