New Models Cadillac CTS-V (2016)

Cadillac launched the latest model of the Cadillac CTS-V in 2016 at the Detroit Auto Show 2015. US car comes with changes in terms of exterior and interior, more aggressive front face with a redesigned grille.

This model will use a 640 horsepower (477 kW), 630 pounds-ft of torque (855 Nm) and a top speed of 200 mph, the new CTS-V reaches higher than its predecessor. With more horsepower and torque than the Mercedes-Benz 5.5L biturbo V-8 and BMW M-series 4.4L TwinPower (twin-turbo) V-8, the new CTS-V capable of 0-60 in 3.7 seconds performance.

Exterior and Interior

Use of carbon fiber on the front splitter, hood vents, rear diffuser and spoiler are more aggressive. The CTS-V's dual-purpose capability carries over to the interior, where the design and relationship of key components are focused expressly on performance-driving ergonomics.

"With the performance the new CTS-V is capable of delivering, the interior needs to be as functional as the other vehicle systems," said Smith. "All of the contact points - the steering wheel, seats, shifter and pedals - are designed to make performance driving experiences direct and intuitive."

The CTS-V features standard 20-way performance-oriented heated and ventilated front seats trimmed in semi-aniline leather, with sueded microfiber inserts and seatbacks. Available RECARO performance front seats deliver aggressive, adjustable bolsters that help hold the driver and front passenger in place during high-load cornering. They also have a luxury-performance feel, trimmed in Mulan leather with sueded microfiber inserts and seatbacks.

Additional features include Cadillac's cut-and-sew elements, with decorative stitching and authentic materials such as available sueded steering wheel and shift knob. Three color combinations are offered: Jet Black, Jet Black with Light Platinum accents and Saffron with Jet Black accents.

The CTS-V features a unique version of the 12.3-inch instrument panel cluster display, with V-Series graphics and distinctive gauge readouts and complementing full-color, reconfigurable head-up display. It is also equipped with the latest connectivity technologies from Cadillac:

• CUE with Bluetooth connectivity with natural voice recognition
• Navigation with Bose Surround Sound audio
• Siri Eyes Free and text-to-voice that converts incoming text messages to speech and reads them over the audio system speakers
• Wireless inductive phone charging
• OnStar 4G LTE connectivity with built-in Wi-Fi hotspot.

The Performance Data Recorder is controlled via CUE's color touch screen, and recordings can be reviewed on the screen when the vehicle is parked.

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2011 Jaguar C-X16 Concept

Jaguar may be calling its concept the C-X16, but we believe the production car will be named XE-C-X seems to be Jaguar’s concept-naming strategy of late, with last year’s turbine-hybrid hypercar C-X75 concept using the nomenclature. Whatever it is called, Jaguar director of design Ian Callum promises the production version of the Jaguar C-X16 will be “beautiful, innovative, and [look] firmly to the future.”  We have few problems with the way any Aston Martin looks, and the details in the sketch—the XKR-S-like lower front intakes and XF-style taillights—appear to be all Jaguar.Finally, the clipped front and rear overhangs, short wheelbase, and fastback proportions are noticeably more athletic than the XK’s looser grand touring style.

Interior Design
The singularity of purpose exhibited by the exterior styling of the Jaguar C-X16 Concept is reinforced the moment the door is opened, whereupon driver and passenger are greeted by a dramatic red interior trimmed in the finest materials; leather, Suedecloth, anodised machined aluminium, carbon-fibre and dark chrome.

Engine Specification :

Capacity: 3.0 l
Capacity: 2995 cc
Cylinders: 6
Valves per cylinder: 4
Supercharger: twin scroll, intercooled
Max power: 380 ps (280 kw)
Max torque: 332 lb ft (450 nm)
Specific output: 126 ps per liter
Transmission: 8-speed with integrated electric motor

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The 2012 Jeep Wrangler

The 2012 Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited Call of Duty: MW3 Special Edition is based on the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon model and features Rubicon wheels finished in semi-gloss black. Other exterior features include a power-dome hood, a winch-capable front bumper, rock rails, taillamp guards and "Call of Duty: MW3 Special Edition" graphics on the front fenders and spare tire cover. On the inside are special black seats with contrasting stitchings, Call of Duty logos, model-specific gauge cluster graphics and an edition plaque for the dash. 2012 Jeep Wrangler interior highlights include a recently redesigned instrument panel and storage areas with improved ergonomics and upgraded materials.

Chrysler Group's 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine - winner of the prestigious Ward's 10 Best Engines award - delivers 285 horsepower (209 kW) and 260 (353 N•m) lb.-ft. of torque, while delivering up to 21 miles per gallon highway in the 2012 Jeep Wrangler.

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2011 Volkswagen Amarok

The pickup's active and passive safety systems and convenience features all match up to passenger car levels. Yet the Amarok is extremely rugged. The cleanly sculpted curvatures of the pickup's side body panels and engine hood give the Amarok the typical rugged look of a pickup. The pickup comes with a standard six speed transmission.Volkswagen Amarok customers can choose from three different driveline versions: permanent all-wheel drive, selectable four-wheel drive (both 4MOTION) and rear-wheel drive (4x2). The Volkswagen Amarok 4MOTION with a black "4" makes its appearance with permanent all-wheel drive and greater comfort. It exploits the advantages of all-wheel drive for superior vehicle dynamics on paved roads too. This all-wheel drive version will be available at market launch on all Euro-5 versions of the VW Amarok. Moreover, an optional mechanical rear differential lock is available for rugged Volkswagen Amarok driving conditions.

Volkswagen Amarok Exterior Design

The Volkswagen Amarok is being launched on the market in three equipment lines. Other standard features: height-adjustable front seats, variable folding rear bench seat, locking glove box and truck bed lighting. One grade higher in convenience features is the Volkswagen Amarok Trendline. On this version, the front bumper, door handles and mirror housings are painted in body colour. Window lifts, door locks and mirror adjusters are all electrically powered. In addition, a radio with CD player, semi-automatic climate control system (Climatic), multi-functional display, cruise control system and front fog lights are all standard equipment. 16-inch alloy wheels emphasize the truck's strong image.
The VW Amarok Highline offers exclusive features.

Volkswagen Amarok Interior Design
The vehicle's finely tuned ergonomics are typical of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles and the Amarok. Important: The truck bed of the Volkswagen Amarok Double Cab serves up the largest dimensions in its class as well. Also "Best in class" is the pickup's maximum load width of 1,222 mm between wheel wells.

The safety package of the Volkswagen Amarok sets new standards in its class. Numerous other features guarantee a high level of active safety as well. On all versions with trailer prep, ESP functionality includes the trailer stabilization system. The ABS system can reduce braking distance both off-road and on gravel road surfaces, often significantly depending on the road composition. On vehicles without ESP, "Off-Road Mode" comprises ASR and Off-Road ABS systems that are standard equipment here.

Engine specifications

The Amarok's twin-turbo 2.0-litre BiTDI engine delivers 163PS of power output and 400Nm of torque, making light work of heavy cargo and towing loads alike. Thanks to Volkswagen's common-rail TDI turbo-diesel technology, the Amarok's impressive pulling power doesn't compromise its great fuel efficiency and low CO2 emissions. With its low CO2 emissions, the Amarok is Euro V compliant.

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2012 Hayundai i40 Tourer

Meet the new Hyundai i40 Tourer, the Korean car maker’s stylish estate that's aimed squarely at the Toyota Avensis. The latest model to carry the 'I' prefix is another advocate of Hyundai's 'fluidic sculpture' design language. The result is an estate that's stylish as well as deeply practical, thanks to 553-litres of boot space that increases to 1,719-litres with the (nearly) fold-flat rear seats down.

Debuting at the Geneva Show, Genus represented Hyundai's vision in Europe for a unique alternative within the D-segment, combining practicality with emotional design. The design represents an evolution of Hyundai's unique form language, 'fluidic sculpture', creating a sleek, elegant Tourer with uncompromised comfort and load capacity.  The sleek design of the Hyundai i40 Tourer does not impact negatively on the levels of interior comfort, cabin versatility and practicality or cargo capacity. The generous wheelbase (2770 mm) and overall width (1815 mm) create a cabin with impressive capacity. The new model delivers best-in-class dimensions for front seats occupants, with head (1025 mm), leg (1170 mm) and shoulder room (1455 mm).

The 114bhp diesel with ISG emits performs even better, emitting just 113g/km of CO2 and averaging 66mpg on the combined cycle.  The petrol engine is Hyundai's Hyundai’s entire new four-cylinder 2.0-litre GDI engine, called 'Nu'. This all-aluminum engine makes its debut in the i40, promising to deliver higher torque (for enhanced drivability), improved fuel economy and reduced emissions, plus undiminished durability and excellent NVH characteristics - similar to a multi-point fuel injected engine. The 1.6-litre petrol engine offers a well-proven 16-valve Gamma unit. It generates 135PS and accelerates from 0-62mph in 11.6 seconds.

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2012 Dodge Charger SRT8

The previous Dodge Charger SRT8 had “just” 425 hp and 420 lb-ft from its 6.1-liter V-8. The new Hemi’s intake features active air flaps that vary the ram length based on engine speed, and new variable cam timing increases the duration of the intake-valve opening with the goal of stuffing more air in the cylinder.

We clocked the old Dodge Charger SRT8 from 0 to 60 mph in 4.8 seconds, and that’s about where Chrysler pegs this new car’s abilities (in addition to a stated top speed of 175 mph). . The five-speed automatic carries over from the last car, but this time it’s equipped with steering-wheel-mounted paddles to augment the side-to-side manumatic function of the gear selector. The suspension interprets data such as steering angle and speed, vehicle speed, throttle position, and lateral acceleration to automatically vary shock stiffness.  Deceleration is handled by four-piston Brembo calipers, squeezing 14.2-inch front and 13.8-inch rear rotors. The brakes also incorporate a collision-anticipation function that tucks the pads snug against the rotors in anticipation of hot car-on-car (or car-on-object) action. A new underbody shield integrates brake ducting to mitigate brake fade.

Exterior Design
The front grille, grille surround and Dodge crosshair feature high-gloss black finishes and the SRT badge. A newly designed underbody belly pan features integrated brake ducting to improve cooling and brake fade performance at all four corners.

Interior Design
Heated and ventilated front seats are standard. The SRT logo is embroidered in the seat backs. Modified door trim panels feature unique bolster material and accent stitching on arm rests to match the seats. New for 2012, the Dodge Charger SRT8 features a 900-watt, 19-speaker premium SRT performance audio surround-sound system from Harmon Kardon. The color graphic Electronic Vehicle Information Center also includes the Performance Pages timers and added engine information.

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2012 Toyota Tacoma

The 2012 Toyota Tacoma is offered with four-cylinder and V6 engines, and 2WD and 4WD drive trains, plus the usual choice of ‘cab.’ The Toyota Tacoma Regular Cab and Access Cab models feature a 73.5-inch-long bed. The Double Cab is available with a choice of a 60.3-inch bed or the 73.5-inch bed.  The new Toyota Tacoma line offers two engines: a 2.7-liter Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC) four-cylinder that produces 159 horsepower and 180 lb-ft. of torque, and a 4.0-liter DOHC V6 that provides 236 horsepower with 266 lb-ft. of torque. In both engines, variable valve timing with intelligence (VVT-I) provides strong low-end and mid-range torque.

Exterior design
Tacoma earned the new face of the A-pillar forward, with a new grille. The new bonnet adorned with the presence of a major revision of the model lamp, house fog lights, and bumpers.

Interior design
in the interior, you'll find a new design for the instrument panel with center-gauge cluster (horde meter) and revised steering wheel. And there are still some other revisions.

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2012 Honda Pilot

The 2012 Honda Pilot provides a hushed ride, thanks to refinements in the chassis and increased insulation. Every Pilot model now features an acoustic windshield with double-pane glass, so outside clamor is significantly lessened.

Exterior Design
The Pilot's tailgate offers convenient access to its spacious cargo compartment. Gas-pressurized struts assist the opening process, while a sturdy handle built into the inner panel makes closing the tailgate easier. The rear glass lifts up independently of the tailgate, which allows for easy access to the cargo area without having to open the entire tailgate.

Interior Design
Every Pilot features standard seating for up to eight adults. But when extra cargo space is needed, 16 different seating configurations are possible, thanks to the 60/40 split-folding second- and third-row seats. The tri-zone automatic climate control system (EX and above) features three independent zones: driver, front passenger and rear passengers. The rear-seat controls feature an LCD display, so passengers can select the temperature they wish. They can also select mode and fan speed. The humidity control system automatically monitors cabin humidity and adjusts accordingly—it can even help prevent the windshield from fogging. The climate control system also includes a partial recirculation air intake, which provides fresh air while maintaining the selected temperature. This lowers the amount of time the A/C compressor and condenser fan operate, which helps improve fuel economy.

Engine specifications
Every Pilot is powered by a 250-hp, 3.5-liter, aluminum-alloy, SOHC, 24-valve i-VTEC engine featuring the latest version of Honda's advanced Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) system.
This transmission uses the engine's broad torque curve for brisk acceleration, optimized fuel economy[1] and smooth-shifting characteristics. Grade Logic Control improves efficiency under a wide variety of driving conditions, such as uphill/downhill and city-traffic driving. It "knows" when the Pilot is on a hill and automatically holds the engine in a lower gear for better climbing power and increased engine braking when going downhill. This decreases annoying "gear hunting" that can often occur with other automatic transmissions in these situations.
Source : automobiles.honda

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2013 Porsche 911 Carrera S

Some of the improvements made on the Porsche sports car. Line design of this car seems to have a change of the existing models, as well as the design on the front and aft of the vehicle.

Exterior design

The familiar athletic appearance of the 911 is given further dynamism with a 100mm longer wheelbase, reduced height, and up to 20-inch diameter alloy wheels. At the same time, the typically compact exterior dimensions have been retained. Seen from the front, the eye is drawn to the trademark wide-arched wings, emphasising the wider front track and making the new 911 Carrera models adopt a particularly sporting stance on the road. The redesigned exterior mirrors are now mounted on the upper edge of the door and not as before on the mirror triangle. Not only is this aerodynamically advantageous, it also emphasises the new design line and visual impression of width.

Interior design

To complement the modern exterior, the Porsche designers created an interior style which takes its cue from that of the Porsche Carrera GT. The driver is now even more closely integrated with the cockpit thanks to the centre console rising up to the front with the high-mounted shift lever - or PDK gear selector - located close to the steering wheel in typical motorsport fashion. Classic Porsche style elements are also to be found inside, just as they are on the outside. For example, the instrument cluster with five round instruments, with the central dial naturally the rev counter. On the right is a new, high resolution multi-function screen, just one of the comfort features added to meet evolving customer demands.

Using a 3.6 liter engine will power an increase of 20 bhp and 20 Nm of torque is also increased to 365 bhp and 400 Nm. While for the 3.8-liter engine used by the Carrera S strength is also increased to 415 bhp with 440 Nm of torque. The machine will then be mated with a 6-speed manual gearbox as standard. Transmission 7-speed PDK dual-clutch gearbox will be prepared as an optional transmission. But although the transmission 7-speed PDK dual-clutch gearbox is an optional transmission, 80 percent of Porsche 911 buyers turned out now prefer using this transmission.

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2011 Cadilac Ciel Concept

Ciel encourage philosophy Art & Science of the Cadillac to new strata. "Large and luxury express the innate Cadillac. And Ceil reminds us of that heritage, "said Clay Dean, global design director for Cadillac.”Luxury is driven by an authentic experience, not just products, and Ceil is about the travel experience." Dean added Ciel is romatisme of the car.

"There is expertise in a manner authentic exterior and interior elements blend in, like an antique wooden boat (vintage)," said Gael Buzyn, interior design manager. "This car is romantic, not only in form, but the material - no wood and leather smell as good as the original.

Cadillac 3.6 liter V6 engine instill Direct Injection with the hybrid system uses lithium-ion battery. Power and torque of 425 hp and 583 compile.

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