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Thursday, August 29, 2019
DMC Reveals Project Sovrano 2018 Maserati Gran Turismo
SRT 600 package from Hennessey, with a supercharged 6.1 Liter HEMI V8 good for 580hp and 610 ft/lbs of torque to the rear tires and a 5-speed automatic transmission. Only these ultra-high-strength steel grades give the body the high level of rigidity needed for precise, sporty handling and good ride comfort. Both the body - which is 33cm shorter than the Scuderia鈥檚 - and the interior are constructed entirely of carbon fiber and aluminum. For one, the vehicle is far more aerodynamic, as the body of the SUV has been altered enough so that air smoothly passes over the car instead of causing air dragging. For the more powerful variant, the AMG Carbon Ceramic braking system is available as an option with 15.8" x 1.5" brake discs on the front axle and 14.2" x 1.3" on the rear. The new steering provides extremely agile handling through bends while also helping to reduce fuel consumption since the power assistance system only draws power when the vehicle is actually being steered. While the turbocharged I-4 provides decent power, it鈥檚 not as refined as the V-6, with a sound that is 鈥渓ess than enchanting鈥?at cruising speed or around town.
While on inside, high quality leather and contrasting stitching, aluminum pedals and a ergonomically-designed sport steering wheel to be offered by DMC. A veritable forerunner of its time, Mercedes remains one of the world's most sought-after automobile brand with a model range that promises superior quality and loads of style. 2018 audi a6 release date, price, spy shots, specs The new update for the 2018 audi a6 model is going to enable it to pit against the top flagship models from the mid-size luxury sedan segment. Professor Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, Porsche founder鈥檚 grandson, had a lot alot more in thoughts than sport cars and luxury seats. With an all-new fully independent suspension, coupled with a substantial more rigid chassis, the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should provide outstanding on-road driving dynamics. This improves driving safety and ride comfort. It adds individual character and improves the strong connection between the driver and his car. The inspiration for the Black Series of the AMG lineup of Mercedes-Benz is the Formula One safety car which sets the pace for Formula One cars when a crash on the track pose a threat to the speeding race cars. Above, I have the Black Hawks Ice Maker.
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Both cars roll on Michelin Pilot Super Sport radials, one of the best street tires money can buy. No shade of eyeball assaulting paint can disguise the ZT's humble origins as a mid-market luxury barge built for the blue rinse and flat cap brigade. Where can one find Peugeot dealers? Its awkward placement is one of the few things I鈥檇 chance in the cabin. Without enough time to figure out how to disable the fragrancing function, which apparently you can, I drove with the windows and epic panorama roof open鈥攕core one for Mother Nature. But there will always be drivers out there wanting to join the 500-hp club, and that's where tuning firms come in. There are numerous Mercedes dealerships, and the cars are also available second-hand in magazines or websites like AutoTrader. 17 May there will be a special MBX Forum/3 Inch Collectors Convention day. If you tighten the bolts until you see the gasket move and then just a 1/4 turn further that will be just right.
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Wednesday, July 31, 2019
Check Out All Of The Big Reveals From The 2018 LA Auto Show
Auto show season has officially begun. After the Paris Auto Show kicked things off in early October, the Los Angeles Auto Show opened this week, bringing with it the exciting debut of several new passenger vehicles. We’ve rounded up all of LA’s major debuts below. Check them out and let us know which new car won the show for you.
Rivian R1T and R1SOne of the show’s biggest surprises was the launch of U.S.-based start-up Rivian’s first two vehicles, the R1T pickup truck and R1S SUV, both of which are electric. Boasting a range of up to 400 miles (when you spec the largest 180 kWh battery pack), the R1S and R1T’s major talking points have been their blistering performance, with the combined electric system producing 754 horsepower and 826 lb-ft of torque.
This allows both cars to sprint to 62 mph in a mind-boggling three seconds, with 100 mph coming only four seconds later. They are practical too—the R1T can tow up to 11,000 pounds, and the more family-oriented R1S can still pull 7,700 pounds. Rivian is aiming to start deliveries in 2020, with the R1S starting at $61,500 and the R1S at $72,500 after a federal tax credit.
Porsche 911The special editions for the 991-generation 911 never seemed to end, but finally, the all-new 992 has arrived for the 2020 model year. The new 911, which debuts in Carrera S and 4S trims, features evolutionary styling upgrades, with the biggest difference being the futuristic full-length taillight.
The outgoing twin-turbo 3.0-liter flat-six has seen its power bumped up 23 hp to 443 hp, and a new eight-speed PDK transmission helps the S and 4S hit 60 in a brief 3.5 and 3.4 seconds, respectively. The Carrera S will start at $114,250 while opting for the all-wheel-drive 4S will cost you $121,650 when they arrive next summer. Porsche also revealed a new track-only version of the 991, the GT2 RS Clubsport. Based on the GT2 RS, it features a host of race car upgrades and costs a massive $457,000.
AMG GT R ProMercedes couldn’t let Porsche steal all of the spotlight after it unveiled the new generation of the 911 sports car, so Mercedes gave its 911-rivaling AMG GT its own update, as well as a new hardcore track model. All of the pre-existing AMG GT models have received minor cosmetic changes, including a new headlight design and a restyled rear bumper.
The interior benefits from a new flat-bottomed steering wheel and a fully digital, 12.3-inch instrument display. While the GT S model has now been eliminated from the lineup (leaving a gap between the 469 hp base model and the 550 hp GT C), Mercedes added the PRO, a road-legal but track-focused extension of the GT R. Suspension upgrades, liberal use of carbon fiber, and a host of new aero attachments mean the PRO was able to slash about five seconds off the GT R’s Nurburgring lap time.
Jeep GladiatorOne of the shows most anticipated vehicles, the Jeep Gladiator, has been a long time coming. 26 years after Jeep’s last pickup, the Comanche, was laid to rest, the Wrangler-based midsize truck is now ready for production. This tough truck will come only in four-door crew cab styles, and derives its power from either the 3.6-liter gasoline V6 or a 3.0-liter six-cylinder diesel.
The V6 will produce a healthy 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, and is hooked up to either a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic. The diesel churns out 260 hp and 442 lb-ft of torque with the eight-speed automatic as the only transmission offering. The truck’s advanced 4x4 systems will help the Gladiator conquer any terrain when production begins in 2019.
Lincoln AviatorLincoln revived an old nameplate for its newest SUV model, the Aviator, which had been previewed earlier this year in New York. The sleek three-row SUV houses a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 under its hood, supplying 400 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque. An optional hybrid option increases power to 450 ponies while the torque rating skyrockets to 600 lb-ft. A 10-speed automatic will shift gears for you as you bask in the Aviator’s high-end interior, which features a configurable 12.3 instrument cluster. Pricing is yet to be revealed.
Kia SoulKia’s funky Soul crossover returns for a third generation in LA, maintaining the boxy outline but adding more smoothly designed fascias. The cheapest Souls will have a 2.0-liter four-cylinder making a modest 147 hp and 132 lb-ft of torque, with the option for a six-speed manual. The sportier GT-Line model will have a turbocharged 1.6-liter that ups power to 201 hp and torque to 195 lb-ft. A new EV model was also revealed, with a new 64 kWh battery giving the electric Soul 201 horsepower and 291 lb-ft of torque. Range details have not been released as of now, but 300 miles is the widely accepted estimate.
Toyota Prius AWD-eToyota’s ubiquitous Prius has received its fair share of upgrades at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Most obviously are a series of cosmetic changes that attempt to fix the Prius’ busy design, and while the Prius still isn’t pretty by any stretch of the word, the simpler headlights certainly help ameliorate the overdone look of the outgoing Prius.
Under the skin, the Prius acquires all-wheel-drive for the first time, a smart system that can alternate between full AWD and front-wheel-drive. It uses an electric motor to drive the rear wheels from zero to six mph and then when necessary up to 43 mph. Look for the 2019 model to infiltrate Uber fleets soon.
Mazda3After the stunning Kai Concept debuted at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show, we prayed that its striking design would reach production. Our dreams have now come true, with Mazda revealing the new 3 in both hatchback and sedan form in L.A. The 3’s elegant curves and long, low hoods gives it a purposeful and luxurious appearance, which is echoed in the upscale interior design. The 3 also features Mazda’s revolutionary Skyactiv-X engine, which features a Spark-Controlled Compression Ignition system creates an efficient engine that can still provide performance.
Gas engines will come in a range of sizes—1.5-, 2.0- and 2.5-liter versions—while a 1.8-liter diesel will also be available. While specifications have not been released, we do know they will be paired with either a six-speed automatic or a six-speed manual transmission.
Honda PassportLike Lincoln, Honda has brought an old SUV back from the dead in Los Angeles. The Passport returns for 2019, squeezing its way in between the CR-V and Pilot in Honda’s lineup. Looking like a more brawny, off-road oriented Pilot, the Passport has just one engine option—a 3.5-liter V6 pumping out 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque. Front- and all-wheel-drive are both available, and the Passport shifts gears with a nine-speed automatic transmission. Honda has given the Passport a series of upgrades to allow it to perform well off-road, and the towing package permits a 3,500-pound capacity on FWD models and 5,000-pound limit on AWD models.
Hyundai PalisadeHyundai used the Los Angeles show to introduce a new flagship SUV, the Palisade. The spacious SUV can fit eight passengers and features a swath of tech inside to keep the occupants busy. A 3.8-liter naturally aspirated V6 engine delivers 291 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to either two or four wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission. The massive Palisade will also spawn a Kia sibling, the Telluride, in the near future.
Nissan Maxima and MuranoWhile Nissan didn’t have anything major prepared for Los Angeles, it gave a nip and tuck to two of its popular models, the Murano crossover and Maxima sedan. Under the hood, the Murano retains the same 3.5-liter V6, while the exterior saw simple adjustments with updated head and taillights and a new grille. The Murano won’t arrive until December 2020, unfortunately. The received a similar treatment, with carryover mechanicals and updated front and rear fascias. The Maxima, however, will be available for the 2019 model year.
Audi e-tron GTAudi stole the show this year with its breathtaking e-tron GT Concept, which previews a production electric four-door coupe that will arrive in 2021. Chiseled styling and an aggressive but purposeful stance helps the e-tron blow the Tesla Model S out of the water visually. The e-tron GT should also rival the Model S when it comes to performance, with electric motors on the front and rear axles putting down a total of 590 hp through all four wheels. This will allow a 0-62 mph sprint of about 3.5 seconds, and the concept’s 90 kWh lithium-ion battery gives a range of over 248.5 miles. Look for this stunner to debut in production form in a couple of years.
Toyota Camry and Avalon TRDToyota is not a brand synonymous with sportiness, but this is a perception the Japanese company is trying to change. Along with the upcoming Supra and the launch of the GR subbrand in the rest of the world, Toyota is now expanding the TRD lineup in the US, adding a TRD model for both the Camry and the Avalon in LA. The engines receive no extra power, staying at 301 hp, but exhaust, suspension, and brake upgrades should make them better to drive. Both sedans also get a body kit featuring a front splitter, side skirts, a spoiler, and a rear diffuser. Expect the TRD treatment to proliferate Toyota’s lineup in the coming years.
BMW 8 Series ConvertibleAfter reviving the 8 Series Coupe at this year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans, BMW’s has chopped the roof off the create the first ever 8 Series Convertible. In the US, the 8 Series Coupe will be sold only in M850i xDrive trim at first, and this applies to the Convertible as well. While everything under the hood is the same as in the coupe, the fully-electric soft-top roof takes only 15 seconds to raise or lower at speeds up to 30 mph.
BMW X7BMW also brought its largest vehicle ever, the new X7 SUV, to the City of Angels. With three-row of seating and an imposing design, this behemoth will start at $73,900 when it goes on sale early next year. Under the hood, the X7 packs a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six with 335 hp in the xDrive40i trim. Big spenders will opt for the xDrive50i, with its 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8. Producing 456 hp, this engine helps propel the X7 to 60 mph in 5.2 seconds, 0.6-sec quicker than the xDrive40i. An SUV-coupe dubbed the X8 is expected to be arriving not long after.
Wednesday, June 19, 2019
RUF Reveals Porsche Cayman 750HP CTR 3
Recently the tuner has released its latest aerodynamic kit for the model, codenamed Black Edition, which as the result you can see on the car pictured here. Long-time BMW tuner Alpina has released their updated B3 Bi-turbo Touring, based on the recently face-lifted E91 3-Series Wagon. 2017 Chevrolet Impala also 2017 BMW SUV X2. It is a midsize SUV with an available 6 cylinder. According to KBB, you鈥檒l like this car if you鈥檙e looking for an affordable, easy to drive vehicle that can haul as much as an SUV. How much money is appropriate for an AAA group to have? What ground clearance does the 2002 Audi S8 have? The CTS line has since expanded to include wagon, coupe and high performance models, enabling Cadillac to compete against the likes of BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi. Based on the worlds lightest production inline six-cylinder petrol engine, the BMW X5 3.0si comes equipped with BMWs Double Vanos and Valvetronic variable valve technologies for high performance, yet economical motoring.
Mixture preparation is handled by the petrol piezo direct injection system used exclusively by Mercedes. What do you get when you combine high performance and a Mercedes, the Mercedes AMG. Mercedes-amg gmbh, commonly known as amg, is the high performance division of mercedes-benz. Four round, metallic air outlets integrated in the dashboard emphasize that this model truly belongs to the Mercedes-Benz sports car family, their shape being a nod to those in the SLS AMG. Unlike the S63 where it felt like the car was being operated by remote control, the C63 feels much more direct. With repeatedly tight left-right-left-right handers thrown in succession, the dampers were loosening up a bit too much to rein in the associated suspension rebounds incisively. The ride quality is agreeable on most surfaces, though the SX-L's 19-inch wheels can make bumps a bit more vivid than they need to be. Unlike the Cayenne which has a love it or hate it design, the Touareg sports a more simpler design which is controversial free than the more luxurious cousin.
It sounds utterly fabulous, a chainsawing scream joined mid-range by endless bellowing explosions, and in the UK all models will come with the extra-noisy three flap sports exhaust as standard. Inside, most buyers will notice a stark difference when compared with the current Jeep Grand Cherokee. Brabus will present their kit for Mercedes-Benz GL at the Geneva Motor Show. Will fuel efficiency dramatically suffer? The 2012 Hyundai Accent's highway fuel economy of 40 mpg is an 18 percent improvement over its predecessor's 34 mpg highway manual transmission fuel economy rating. It鈥檚 added fat nevertheless marred its performance of 193 hp 2.3 L priced I4 motor and automatic transmission. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars proudly presents Rolls-Royce 102EX, a car that represents one of the most significant initiatives taken by the company in recent years. This is less than one tenth the time it takes a production model Porsche 911 Turbo to reach that speed.
New for the latest model year is Collision Prevention Assist, which uses radar to determine whether the E63 AMG is in danger of colliding with a vehicle or object up ahead. Sales ceased in 2006 with the launch of the second generation S80 in that year. What types of cars can you rent in Pakistan? There are several types of car performance parts available in the market to meet the diverse requirements of different people. Currently popular brands are Hyundai, Mazda, Subaru, Suzuki, and Renault. When do is used as a noun (meaning party, feast, celebration, such as Christmas do; or swindle, hoax) then the plural is do's or dos. For home-brewers, the possibility of residual ingredients or by-products in the brewed biodiesel is a compelling reason to "wash" then test the biodiesel. Perhaps some non-standard body panels, a larger rear spoiler or flared fenders to accommodate wider rear tires could help to transform the C63 into a true wolf in sheep's clothing. 2015 Engine Parts For Sale - C63 AMG P SERIES - Adsit offers hard to find engines and engine parts for 2015 C63 AMG P SERIES Mercedes-Benz.
Thursday, June 13, 2019
Check Out All Of The Big Reveals From The 2018 LA Auto Show
Auto show season has officially begun. After the Paris Auto Show kicked things off in early October, the Los Angeles Auto Show opened this week, bringing with it the exciting debut of several new passenger vehicles. We’ve rounded up all of LA’s major debuts below. Check them out and let us know which new car won the show for you.
Rivian R1T and R1SOne of the show’s biggest surprises was the launch of U.S.-based start-up Rivian’s first two vehicles, the R1T pickup truck and R1S SUV, both of which are electric. Boasting a range of up to 400 miles (when you spec the largest 180 kWh battery pack), the R1S and R1T’s major talking points have been their blistering performance, with the combined electric system producing 754 horsepower and 826 lb-ft of torque.
This allows both cars to sprint to 62 mph in a mind-boggling three seconds, with 100 mph coming only four seconds later. They are practical too—the R1T can tow up to 11,000 pounds, and the more family-oriented R1S can still pull 7,700 pounds. Rivian is aiming to start deliveries in 2020, with the R1S starting at $61,500 and the R1S at $72,500 after a federal tax credit.
Porsche 911The special editions for the 991-generation 911 never seemed to end, but finally, the all-new 992 has arrived for the 2020 model year. The new 911, which debuts in Carrera S and 4S trims, features evolutionary styling upgrades, with the biggest difference being the futuristic full-length taillight.
The outgoing twin-turbo 3.0-liter flat-six has seen its power bumped up 23 hp to 443 hp, and a new eight-speed PDK transmission helps the S and 4S hit 60 in a brief 3.5 and 3.4 seconds, respectively. The Carrera S will start at $114,250 while opting for the all-wheel-drive 4S will cost you $121,650 when they arrive next summer. Porsche also revealed a new track-only version of the 991, the GT2 RS Clubsport. Based on the GT2 RS, it features a host of race car upgrades and costs a massive $457,000.
AMG GT R ProMercedes couldn’t let Porsche steal all of the spotlight after it unveiled the new generation of the 911 sports car, so Mercedes gave its 911-rivaling AMG GT its own update, as well as a new hardcore track model. All of the pre-existing AMG GT models have received minor cosmetic changes, including a new headlight design and a restyled rear bumper.
The interior benefits from a new flat-bottomed steering wheel and a fully digital, 12.3-inch instrument display. While the GT S model has now been eliminated from the lineup (leaving a gap between the 469 hp base model and the 550 hp GT C), Mercedes added the PRO, a road-legal but track-focused extension of the GT R. Suspension upgrades, liberal use of carbon fiber, and a host of new aero attachments mean the PRO was able to slash about five seconds off the GT R’s Nurburgring lap time.
Jeep GladiatorOne of the shows most anticipated vehicles, the Jeep Gladiator, has been a long time coming. 26 years after Jeep’s last pickup, the Comanche, was laid to rest, the Wrangler-based midsize truck is now ready for production. This tough truck will come only in four-door crew cab styles, and derives its power from either the 3.6-liter gasoline V6 or a 3.0-liter six-cylinder diesel.
The V6 will produce a healthy 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, and is hooked up to either a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic. The diesel churns out 260 hp and 442 lb-ft of torque with the eight-speed automatic as the only transmission offering. The truck’s advanced 4x4 systems will help the Gladiator conquer any terrain when production begins in 2019.
Lincoln AviatorLincoln revived an old nameplate for its newest SUV model, the Aviator, which had been previewed earlier this year in New York. The sleek three-row SUV houses a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 under its hood, supplying 400 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque. An optional hybrid option increases power to 450 ponies while the torque rating skyrockets to 600 lb-ft. A 10-speed automatic will shift gears for you as you bask in the Aviator’s high-end interior, which features a configurable 12.3 instrument cluster. Pricing is yet to be revealed.
Kia SoulKia’s funky Soul crossover returns for a third generation in LA, maintaining the boxy outline but adding more smoothly designed fascias. The cheapest Souls will have a 2.0-liter four-cylinder making a modest 147 hp and 132 lb-ft of torque, with the option for a six-speed manual. The sportier GT-Line model will have a turbocharged 1.6-liter that ups power to 201 hp and torque to 195 lb-ft. A new EV model was also revealed, with a new 64 kWh battery giving the electric Soul 201 horsepower and 291 lb-ft of torque. Range details have not been released as of now, but 300 miles is the widely accepted estimate.
Toyota Prius AWD-eToyota’s ubiquitous Prius has received its fair share of upgrades at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Most obviously are a series of cosmetic changes that attempt to fix the Prius’ busy design, and while the Prius still isn’t pretty by any stretch of the word, the simpler headlights certainly help ameliorate the overdone look of the outgoing Prius.
Under the skin, the Prius acquires all-wheel-drive for the first time, a smart system that can alternate between full AWD and front-wheel-drive. It uses an electric motor to drive the rear wheels from zero to six mph and then when necessary up to 43 mph. Look for the 2019 model to infiltrate Uber fleets soon.
Mazda3After the stunning Kai Concept debuted at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show, we prayed that its striking design would reach production. Our dreams have now come true, with Mazda revealing the new 3 in both hatchback and sedan form in L.A. The 3’s elegant curves and long, low hoods gives it a purposeful and luxurious appearance, which is echoed in the upscale interior design. The 3 also features Mazda’s revolutionary Skyactiv-X engine, which features a Spark-Controlled Compression Ignition system creates an efficient engine that can still provide performance.
Gas engines will come in a range of sizes—1.5-, 2.0- and 2.5-liter versions—while a 1.8-liter diesel will also be available. While specifications have not been released, we do know they will be paired with either a six-speed automatic or a six-speed manual transmission.
Honda PassportLike Lincoln, Honda has brought an old SUV back from the dead in Los Angeles. The Passport returns for 2019, squeezing its way in between the CR-V and Pilot in Honda’s lineup. Looking like a more brawny, off-road oriented Pilot, the Passport has just one engine option—a 3.5-liter V6 pumping out 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque. Front- and all-wheel-drive are both available, and the Passport shifts gears with a nine-speed automatic transmission. Honda has given the Passport a series of upgrades to allow it to perform well off-road, and the towing package permits a 3,500-pound capacity on FWD models and 5,000-pound limit on AWD models.
Hyundai PalisadeHyundai used the Los Angeles show to introduce a new flagship SUV, the Palisade. The spacious SUV can fit eight passengers and features a swath of tech inside to keep the occupants busy. A 3.8-liter naturally aspirated V6 engine delivers 291 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to either two or four wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission. The massive Palisade will also spawn a Kia sibling, the Telluride, in the near future.
Nissan Maxima and MuranoWhile Nissan didn’t have anything major prepared for Los Angeles, it gave a nip and tuck to two of its popular models, the Murano crossover and Maxima sedan. Under the hood, the Murano retains the same 3.5-liter V6, while the exterior saw simple adjustments with updated head and taillights and a new grille. The Murano won’t arrive until December 2020, unfortunately. The received a similar treatment, with carryover mechanicals and updated front and rear fascias. The Maxima, however, will be available for the 2019 model year.
Audi e-tron GTAudi stole the show this year with its breathtaking e-tron GT Concept, which previews a production electric four-door coupe that will arrive in 2021. Chiseled styling and an aggressive but purposeful stance helps the e-tron blow the Tesla Model S out of the water visually. The e-tron GT should also rival the Model S when it comes to performance, with electric motors on the front and rear axles putting down a total of 590 hp through all four wheels. This will allow a 0-62 mph sprint of about 3.5 seconds, and the concept’s 90 kWh lithium-ion battery gives a range of over 248.5 miles. Look for this stunner to debut in production form in a couple of years.
Toyota Camry and Avalon TRDToyota is not a brand synonymous with sportiness, but this is a perception the Japanese company is trying to change. Along with the upcoming Supra and the launch of the GR subbrand in the rest of the world, Toyota is now expanding the TRD lineup in the US, adding a TRD model for both the Camry and the Avalon in LA. The engines receive no extra power, staying at 301 hp, but exhaust, suspension, and brake upgrades should make them better to drive. Both sedans also get a body kit featuring a front splitter, side skirts, a spoiler, and a rear diffuser. Expect the TRD treatment to proliferate Toyota’s lineup in the coming years.
BMW 8 Series ConvertibleAfter reviving the 8 Series Coupe at this year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans, BMW’s has chopped the roof off the create the first ever 8 Series Convertible. In the US, the 8 Series Coupe will be sold only in M850i xDrive trim at first, and this applies to the Convertible as well. While everything under the hood is the same as in the coupe, the fully-electric soft-top roof takes only 15 seconds to raise or lower at speeds up to 30 mph.
BMW X7BMW also brought its largest vehicle ever, the new X7 SUV, to the City of Angels. With three-row of seating and an imposing design, this behemoth will start at $73,900 when it goes on sale early next year. Under the hood, the X7 packs a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six with 335 hp in the xDrive40i trim. Big spenders will opt for the xDrive50i, with its 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8. Producing 456 hp, this engine helps propel the X7 to 60 mph in 5.2 seconds, 0.6-sec quicker than the xDrive40i. An SUV-coupe dubbed the X8 is expected to be arriving not long after.
Tuesday, May 28, 2019
Porsche Reveals Its Top 7 Cars Of The Past 70 Years
This is a big year for Porsche. Not only are sales as strong as ever (and growing), but it’s also celebrating its 70th anniversary. Considering the German carmaker started off solely selling a sports car, it’s done phenomenally well over the decades. As the celebration continues into the summer, Porsche has released a new video showcasing seven icons in seven decades. It’s not exactly one icon per decade, but you get the idea.
And you probably won’t be in the least bit surprised by the icons Porsche has chosen here, with each of the seven cars representing a significant leap forward (or a beginning) for the company.
What’s kind of interesting regarding these choices is that there’s just one race car and all the rest are road cars. Considering Porsche’s long and celebrated motorsport history, we were a bit surprised by this. By now you must be wondering what are the chosen seven? Before we list them and/or you just go ahead and watch the video, let us just say we called four of them immediately because they made complete sense. Here they are in order of introduction: 356, 911, 917, 959, Boxster, Cayenne, 918 Spyder.
Wednesday, May 22, 2019
Check Out All Of The Big Reveals From The 2018 LA Auto Show
Auto show season has officially begun. After the Paris Auto Show kicked things off in early October, the Los Angeles Auto Show opened this week, bringing with it the exciting debut of several new passenger vehicles. We’ve rounded up all of LA’s major debuts below. Check them out and let us know which new car won the show for you.
Rivian R1T and R1SOne of the show’s biggest surprises was the launch of U.S.-based start-up Rivian’s first two vehicles, the R1T pickup truck and R1S SUV, both of which are electric. Boasting a range of up to 400 miles (when you spec the largest 180 kWh battery pack), the R1S and R1T’s major talking points have been their blistering performance, with the combined electric system producing 754 horsepower and 826 lb-ft of torque.
This allows both cars to sprint to 62 mph in a mind-boggling three seconds, with 100 mph coming only four seconds later. They are practical too—the R1T can tow up to 11,000 pounds, and the more family-oriented R1S can still pull 7,700 pounds. Rivian is aiming to start deliveries in 2020, with the R1S starting at $61,500 and the R1S at $72,500 after a federal tax credit.
Porsche 911The special editions for the 991-generation 911 never seemed to end, but finally, the all-new 992 has arrived for the 2020 model year. The new 911, which debuts in Carrera S and 4S trims, features evolutionary styling upgrades, with the biggest difference being the futuristic full-length taillight.
The outgoing twin-turbo 3.0-liter flat-six has seen its power bumped up 23 hp to 443 hp, and a new eight-speed PDK transmission helps the S and 4S hit 60 in a brief 3.5 and 3.4 seconds, respectively. The Carrera S will start at $114,250 while opting for the all-wheel-drive 4S will cost you $121,650 when they arrive next summer. Porsche also revealed a new track-only version of the 991, the GT2 RS Clubsport. Based on the GT2 RS, it features a host of race car upgrades and costs a massive $457,000.
AMG GT R ProMercedes couldn’t let Porsche steal all of the spotlight after it unveiled the new generation of the 911 sports car, so Mercedes gave its 911-rivaling AMG GT its own update, as well as a new hardcore track model. All of the pre-existing AMG GT models have received minor cosmetic changes, including a new headlight design and a restyled rear bumper.
The interior benefits from a new flat-bottomed steering wheel and a fully digital, 12.3-inch instrument display. While the GT S model has now been eliminated from the lineup (leaving a gap between the 469 hp base model and the 550 hp GT C), Mercedes added the PRO, a road-legal but track-focused extension of the GT R. Suspension upgrades, liberal use of carbon fiber, and a host of new aero attachments mean the PRO was able to slash about five seconds off the GT R’s Nurburgring lap time.
Jeep GladiatorOne of the shows most anticipated vehicles, the Jeep Gladiator, has been a long time coming. 26 years after Jeep’s last pickup, the Comanche, was laid to rest, the Wrangler-based midsize truck is now ready for production. This tough truck will come only in four-door crew cab styles, and derives its power from either the 3.6-liter gasoline V6 or a 3.0-liter six-cylinder diesel.
The V6 will produce a healthy 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, and is hooked up to either a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic. The diesel churns out 260 hp and 442 lb-ft of torque with the eight-speed automatic as the only transmission offering. The truck’s advanced 4x4 systems will help the Gladiator conquer any terrain when production begins in 2019.
Lincoln AviatorLincoln revived an old nameplate for its newest SUV model, the Aviator, which had been previewed earlier this year in New York. The sleek three-row SUV houses a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 under its hood, supplying 400 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque. An optional hybrid option increases power to 450 ponies while the torque rating skyrockets to 600 lb-ft. A 10-speed automatic will shift gears for you as you bask in the Aviator’s high-end interior, which features a configurable 12.3 instrument cluster. Pricing is yet to be revealed.
Kia SoulKia’s funky Soul crossover returns for a third generation in LA, maintaining the boxy outline but adding more smoothly designed fascias. The cheapest Souls will have a 2.0-liter four-cylinder making a modest 147 hp and 132 lb-ft of torque, with the option for a six-speed manual. The sportier GT-Line model will have a turbocharged 1.6-liter that ups power to 201 hp and torque to 195 lb-ft. A new EV model was also revealed, with a new 64 kWh battery giving the electric Soul 201 horsepower and 291 lb-ft of torque. Range details have not been released as of now, but 300 miles is the widely accepted estimate.
Toyota Prius AWD-eToyota’s ubiquitous Prius has received its fair share of upgrades at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Most obviously are a series of cosmetic changes that attempt to fix the Prius’ busy design, and while the Prius still isn’t pretty by any stretch of the word, the simpler headlights certainly help ameliorate the overdone look of the outgoing Prius.
Under the skin, the Prius acquires all-wheel-drive for the first time, a smart system that can alternate between full AWD and front-wheel-drive. It uses an electric motor to drive the rear wheels from zero to six mph and then when necessary up to 43 mph. Look for the 2019 model to infiltrate Uber fleets soon.
Mazda3After the stunning Kai Concept debuted at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show, we prayed that its striking design would reach production. Our dreams have now come true, with Mazda revealing the new 3 in both hatchback and sedan form in L.A. The 3’s elegant curves and long, low hoods gives it a purposeful and luxurious appearance, which is echoed in the upscale interior design. The 3 also features Mazda’s revolutionary Skyactiv-X engine, which features a Spark-Controlled Compression Ignition system creates an efficient engine that can still provide performance.
Gas engines will come in a range of sizes—1.5-, 2.0- and 2.5-liter versions—while a 1.8-liter diesel will also be available. While specifications have not been released, we do know they will be paired with either a six-speed automatic or a six-speed manual transmission.
Honda PassportLike Lincoln, Honda has brought an old SUV back from the dead in Los Angeles. The Passport returns for 2019, squeezing its way in between the CR-V and Pilot in Honda’s lineup. Looking like a more brawny, off-road oriented Pilot, the Passport has just one engine option—a 3.5-liter V6 pumping out 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque. Front- and all-wheel-drive are both available, and the Passport shifts gears with a nine-speed automatic transmission. Honda has given the Passport a series of upgrades to allow it to perform well off-road, and the towing package permits a 3,500-pound capacity on FWD models and 5,000-pound limit on AWD models.
Hyundai PalisadeHyundai used the Los Angeles show to introduce a new flagship SUV, the Palisade. The spacious SUV can fit eight passengers and features a swath of tech inside to keep the occupants busy. A 3.8-liter naturally aspirated V6 engine delivers 291 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to either two or four wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission. The massive Palisade will also spawn a Kia sibling, the Telluride, in the near future.
Nissan Maxima and MuranoWhile Nissan didn’t have anything major prepared for Los Angeles, it gave a nip and tuck to two of its popular models, the Murano crossover and Maxima sedan. Under the hood, the Murano retains the same 3.5-liter V6, while the exterior saw simple adjustments with updated head and taillights and a new grille. The Murano won’t arrive until December 2020, unfortunately. The received a similar treatment, with carryover mechanicals and updated front and rear fascias. The Maxima, however, will be available for the 2019 model year.
Audi e-tron GTAudi stole the show this year with its breathtaking e-tron GT Concept, which previews a production electric four-door coupe that will arrive in 2021. Chiseled styling and an aggressive but purposeful stance helps the e-tron blow the Tesla Model S out of the water visually. The e-tron GT should also rival the Model S when it comes to performance, with electric motors on the front and rear axles putting down a total of 590 hp through all four wheels. This will allow a 0-62 mph sprint of about 3.5 seconds, and the concept’s 90 kWh lithium-ion battery gives a range of over 248.5 miles. Look for this stunner to debut in production form in a couple of years.
Toyota Camry and Avalon TRDToyota is not a brand synonymous with sportiness, but this is a perception the Japanese company is trying to change. Along with the upcoming Supra and the launch of the GR subbrand in the rest of the world, Toyota is now expanding the TRD lineup in the US, adding a TRD model for both the Camry and the Avalon in LA. The engines receive no extra power, staying at 301 hp, but exhaust, suspension, and brake upgrades should make them better to drive. Both sedans also get a body kit featuring a front splitter, side skirts, a spoiler, and a rear diffuser. Expect the TRD treatment to proliferate Toyota’s lineup in the coming years.
BMW 8 Series ConvertibleAfter reviving the 8 Series Coupe at this year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans, BMW’s has chopped the roof off the create the first ever 8 Series Convertible. In the US, the 8 Series Coupe will be sold only in M850i xDrive trim at first, and this applies to the Convertible as well. While everything under the hood is the same as in the coupe, the fully-electric soft-top roof takes only 15 seconds to raise or lower at speeds up to 30 mph.
BMW X7BMW also brought its largest vehicle ever, the new X7 SUV, to the City of Angels. With three-row of seating and an imposing design, this behemoth will start at $73,900 when it goes on sale early next year. Under the hood, the X7 packs a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six with 335 hp in the xDrive40i trim. Big spenders will opt for the xDrive50i, with its 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8. Producing 456 hp, this engine helps propel the X7 to 60 mph in 5.2 seconds, 0.6-sec quicker than the xDrive40i. An SUV-coupe dubbed the X8 is expected to be arriving not long after.
Friday, April 19, 2019
RUF Reveals Porsche Cayman 750HP CTR 3
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The cars in this line have realistic acceleration and braking action, and they are very detailed with front and rear lighting. European brands would usually have maintenance costs that are higher than the Japanese so if you are the kuripot type, this is not the car for you. In the front it seems that there is a new splitter while the side skirts seem to have small canards at the back. While buying second hand Cartier watches, you must ask for pre owned watch guarantee. While BMW has switched to a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder, and Cadillac has chosen a twin-turbo V-6, the C63 features a twin-turbocharged (bi-turbo in Mercedes speak) 4.0-liter V-8 with both turbochargers in the "hot inside V" between the cylinder heads. Specific features of this model include: Six Seated Air Bags, 4-Wheel ABS, Traction Control and Auto-on Headlights. It enjoyed a further incarnation when it was produced in olive green as a twin pack model. Naturally, the 911 GT3 RS will run circles around the Cayman GT4 in terms of lap times (one has 772 lbs. 2016 porsche 911 - kelley blue book - kbb., 2016 porsche 911 overview with photos and videos. Christian Enderle, Head of Engine and Powertrain Development at Mercedes-AMG: 鈥淲ith the new AMG 4.0-litre V8 biturbo engine, we present a fascinating and powerful sports car engine, which also achieves the next step in efficiency due to numerous measures鈥?
When reflecting on the "main partner" of his journey, Otto, he said, "I never had a breakdown, certainly had a flat tire, but the engine always started and whatever happened I could always solve it and immediately continue". Of course when you're driving flat out, you're really concentrating. The S600 had a rating of 18.9-litre, per 100km, for city driving and 11.6, per 100km, for highway driving. In the U.S., drowsy driving is estimated to cause more than 100,000 accidents a year. A car that is neither slow nor subtle, it nearly took home the wares in our 2013 Performance Car of the Year test. Rolling the illustrious Ford Mustang pony car on campus ensures that the physical education department is not the only place where muscles are being flexed. 1. The car is completely disassembled and all parts are labeled and inventoried. Limousines are generally designed to carry from around 6, 8, 10, or 12 passengers. Mercedes-Benz presents the new 2010 E63 AMG with an advanced technology.
The S55 AMG sedan uses a supercharged AMG-specific V8 and a five-speed automatic transmission with AMG SpeedShift and fingertip shift controls. AIRSCARF uses a heating element made primarily of barium titanate, which heats up in a matter of seconds when electrical current is applied. The body was made smaller but the interior was bigger than previous models, giving it more space to move around in. You need to consider the space between the cats, the effect of heat dispersion of being too close, and then the road clearance. The ground clearance of the 2002 Audi S4 is 0 ft. You must categorize the music correctly. Would I buy the 2017 Ford Explorer Platinum? These models look fantastic and the packaging is unique and eye catching. Cross hatching on the base of several models was introduced to allow the metal to run more freely during the casting process. Run the C63鈥檚 COMAND infotainment system through its paces. Meanwhile, passive safety kit in the 5-Star Euro NCAP-rated vehicle includes a rear roll-over protection system - comprised of active extendable aluminum roll-over protection bars that pop up within 20-miliseconds in the event of a roll-over accident. Why go to the pre-owned section then?
The interior received a high-class upgrade to match the car's diamond-white metallic paint finish. Only a G-Class can be better than a G-Class. An ergonomic multifunction sports steering wheel with a flattened bottom and thick leather rim makes the high quality and athletic character of the new SLK a constant tactile experience. Earning the moniker "definitive sports car," this Aston masterpiece is a top-heavy head turner. Use the links above to contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer near you. Not many car in Brunei market has this option as standard because they cost a bomb. Frame-off restoration, totally stock V8, automatic, power steering, power brakes, roof rack, passenger seat headrest and rare reclining. This reveals how much of the V12 engine's power remains at a driver's disposal. With a maximum output of 380 kW (517 hp), this two-seater is the most powerful C-Class of all time. Symbiosis vehicles collect energy from the sun and store it in chemical bonds, in the form of a fluid called BioNectar4534. First up on the engine-base.
Tuesday, April 9, 2019
RUF Reveals Porsche Cayman 750HP CTR 3
The updated Audi R8 showcases the full extent of Audi's expertise in ultra lightweight construction. Even though full throttle couldn鈥檛 be achieved due to a damp road, the mighty Benz is a real animal on the tarmac. Frankly, I don鈥檛 remember ever driving the X3 seven years ago (I鈥檝e slept since then) and even if I had, I still probably wouldn鈥檛 remember it unless it was exceptionally bad. The hot-hatch version of the new A-Class range clearly demonstrates Mercedes can build exhilarating cars that don鈥檛 have dirty great V8 engines lurking beneath the bonnet. Both engines have wide torque ranges which translates to a just responsive cruise that befits the theme of the vehicle. The design concept is takes its inspiration from that of modern sporting yachts, with the theme of travel as an experience. The Suzuki Kizashi EcoCharge Concept derives power from a 2.0-liter inline-four gasoline engine, working in tandem with an advanced electric propulsion system, which consists of a liquid-cooled 15-kW motor/generator unit tied to a 115-volt air-cooled lithium-ion battery.
Next big step was the premiere of a concept car designed for Mercedes-Benz in 1978, model CW 311. Later it became a basis for own cars manufactured under the name Isdera. The suspension on the Mercedes-Benz E350 coupe can be upgraded to the AGILITY CONTROL Sport Suspension with stiffer damping. These functions are completely automated so the operator can focus more on driving and less on searching for hazards. There is absolutely nothing more repulsive compared to a human provider in determined should earn money or "increase company". Many car manufacturers had joined venture with after market company for standardising their ICE with their car models. All models are now coming rear-wheel drive. As Matt covered in the first drive last week, the refreshed models get several new features, although it's the use of the nine-speed MCT 9G transmission, as seen in the in the E63, that stands out. How do you get rid of the engine light on a mark 3 golf tdi? 300 SRT8 is targeted at customers that seek heart pounding, adrenaline filled excitement, but don't want to sacrifice comfort and innovative features to get it.
Last but not least, if the Audi Q7 is fitted with the optional towing bracket, the trailer stabilisation system reduces the risk of a fishtailing trailer by means of targeted brake intervention. The brake system is designed to match the high engine and suspension performance. The Actyon Sports 6-Speed Automatic is powered by the XDi 200 XVT engine. 鈥?(Sport plus) and 鈥淢鈥?(Manual) modes, an automatic double-clutching function is active. Audi argues that the Q5 has the interior of a luxury car, the handling of a sport sedan and the ground clearance of a crossover SUV. Thus the car's interior is set up as a social hub, where occupants can download information from mobile devices onto touch screens in the center console to share with friends. The E-Class can be considered as a mid way between C-class and S-class. Hopefully you will find my articles both a valuable resource and one that improves your knowledge of this area of collecting. As you may know, the Bay Area has been hit by El Nino. To top it off, Mark managed to source 16-inch Smoothie steel wheels for that crucial retro look.
In a Mercedes Benz you look a part that you do not in other cars. It is an essential part of trading, ever required to protect the trader from the sudden impulses that happen in the market which cannot be controlled when not online all the time. Answer . the tightening sequenceshould be done in a star pattern. Answer . Check at your university--there is usually a list somewhere of companies looking to hire part time people, especially if you have expertise in marketing, engineering, or so on. For two years straight ('64 and '65), the Mini Cooper S won the Rallye. For example, to help celebrate its 110th Anniversary, a Mini Sales Carnival was held at Lot 19, PJ Autohaus. Standstill to the ton requires 22 seconds - a scant two seconds faster than a 2.5 litre Ford Mondeo. 0-100 in 3.9 seconds. This car shouldn鈥檛 be legal on restrictive U.S.
There are no plans to build a production version of this car. 25-30k for this car. The C 300 RWD sedan and 4Matic, along with the C 43, will go on sale by the end of the year. Advantages: these vehicles are well maintained and driven for only one year. Or is it an empty marketing exercise, shamelessly exploiting one of motor sport's most distinguished marques? With the small central boss it reminded me of the wheel in our long-term XJ, only this one was nicer to hold. The points could be towards products or info, available just to those compensatory factors, so consumers feel special since they have access to those items. The panel butts up agains the door when you shut it so it must be open to gain access. Apparently, all three cars had headlights and spotlights with single filaments. The standard Dakota leather trim is available in three colour variants, the optional Exclusive Nappa leather in a choice of four shades.
Friday, March 22, 2019
Audi Reveals Driving Range Of e-tron SUV
In an effort to build even more buzz for the company’s first fully electric SUV, Audi has decided to release some official figures. Audi showed off e-tron prototypes at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show and even had a few mules driving around the city giving demonstrations. As we get closer to its fall arrival date the automaker has taken the opportunity to reveal the e-tron’s range and the charging capabilities. The automaker’s official numbers peg the e-tron at just over 248 miles on the WLTP cycle, which should translate to roughly the same number on the EPA cycle.
Audi also confirmed the e-tron would debut with the ability to make use of DC fast chargers with up to 150 kW charging capacity. Fast chargers of that strength are uncommon still but Audi says as many as 400 charging locations will be located along highways and main transport routes in Europe at intervals of 75 miles by 2020, 200 of which should be operational in Germany by next year. Using one of the high-powered chargers will fully recharge the 95 kWh battery pack in just 30 minutes. For context, Audi’s 150 kW charging capability is more than the 120 kW Tesla offers from its Supercharger network
As for power, previous reports suggest that the e-tron could produce 435 horsepower,or as much as 503 hp with an available boost. Audi hasn’t officially released those details yet but it won’t be long until Audi unveils the e-tron fully. It will arrive in Europe before the end of the year as a 2019 model, with a price tag of around $100,000.
Friday, March 15, 2019
Porsche Reveals Its Top 7 Cars Of The Past 70 Years
This is a big year for Porsche. Not only are sales as strong as ever (and growing), but it’s also celebrating its 70th anniversary. Considering the German carmaker started off solely selling a sports car, it’s done phenomenally well over the decades. As the celebration continues into the summer, Porsche has released a new video showcasing seven icons in seven decades. It’s not exactly one icon per decade, but you get the idea.
And you probably won’t be in the least bit surprised by the icons Porsche has chosen here, with each of the seven cars representing a significant leap forward (or a beginning) for the company.
What’s kind of interesting regarding these choices is that there’s just one race car and all the rest are road cars. Considering Porsche’s long and celebrated motorsport history, we were a bit surprised by this. By now you must be wondering what are the chosen seven? Before we list them and/or you just go ahead and watch the video, let us just say we called four of them immediately because they made complete sense. Here they are in order of introduction: 356, 911, 917, 959, Boxster, Cayenne, 918 Spyder.
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
The active multicontour seat control unit (N32119 N32122) is not defective and must not be replaced!2017 Mercedes Benz S 63 AMG Technical Service Bulletin #
LI27-50_P-0497102 Date: 120703
A/T - Switches To Limp Home Mode And One Or More DTC's Stored
Automatic transmission limp-home mode, fault codes 0717, 0718,
0722, 0723, 2200, 2201, 2204, 2205, 2206, 2207, 2767, 2768
Numero de tema: L127 5rnF-049710
Version: 2
Grupo de construccion: 27.50 Gear assembly
Edicion: 0703-2012
Validez: Automatic transmission 722.9 it is not possible to repair the EHS (VGS) in AMG vehicles
Motivo de modificacion: Note added: It is not possible to repair the EHS (VCS) in AMG vehicles
Reclamacion:
Automatic transmission 722.9 switches to limp-home while driving (gearshifts no longer possible) and/or one or more of the following fault codes
are stored or current:
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For vehicles with VGS1
2200 2201 2204 2205 2206 2207
For vehicles with VGS2 or VGS3
0717, 0718, 0722, 0723, 2767, 2768
Causa:
Rpm sensor fault
Remedio:
Process the speed sensor fault codes completely using the DAS/Xentry guided test (possible as of DVD 01/2011 and add-on 1740). This may or may
not entail a replacement of the EHS.
In the case of hardware replacement (when SDS instructs to do so, see attachment) the adaptation data of the old transmission control unit is read out
in the DAS/Xentry guided test and transferred to the new control unit after the repair. Subsequently, the transmission control unit, which is bolted
onto the electrohydraulic controller unit (EHS), may only be replaced using the EHS repair kit (A000 270 17 00) In other cases SDS will provide
alternate instructions
See also the Akubis direct film: "Replacement of "fully integrated transmission control" (VGS) controller unit at electrohydraulic controller unit
(EHS) on automatic transmission 722.9"
The VGS Control Unit (Control Module) only is to be replaced for VGS2 and VGS3 Control Unit versions with these fault codes, when SDS
instructs to do so VGS Control Unit is available as EHS Repair Kit (A000 270 17 00) Complete valve body "Electrohydraulic Controller Unit
(EHS)" replacement is necessary for VCS1 Control Unit versions when SDS instructs to do so. Control Unit Version is identified from the
Transmission Control Unit Log.
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Note in Cases where hardware replacement is specified:
This procedure differs from a complete valve body replacement as the adaptation data, coding and valve body calibration data are transferred from
the old VGS Control Unit to the new VGS control unit This data from the old VGS Control Unit is stored in the Star Diagnosis unit by processing
one of the above codes. The same Star Diagnosis SW stem unit MUST be used to process the fault code and perform initial startup of the new VGS
Control Unit. Failure to do so will result in the necessary data not being transferred and improper transmission functionality after VCS Control Unit
replacement.
1. Process the speed sensor fault code completely by following the instructions in DAS/Xentry related to the fault code Note: During the
replacement of the VGS Control Unit it is imperative that the position of the solenoid valves are noted and re-installed in their original positions
Failure to do so will cause a mismatch in the calibration data to respective solenoid valve(s) and subsequent shifting complaints.
2. Replace the VGS Control Unit per WIS instructions For the initial road test following VGS Control Unit replacement the vehicle must be driven
gently for the first several shifts in each gear since it will be necessary to bleed the air from the valve body. Until the air is bleed out irregular
shifting will be noticed momentarily and will clear up with subsequent shift processes. Because the adaptation data is transferred from the
original VGS Control Unit performing subsequent shift adaptations is not necessary.
Note:
Saturday, February 9, 2019
2005 Mercedes Benz CLK 320 Technical Service Bulletin # S-67_00-20 Date: 060801
Date: August, 2006
Order No.: S-B-67.00120
Supersedes: MBNA 67/2 May 1990
Group: 67
Revision History
SUBJECT:
Model All, MY All
Damage to laminated glass due to chips or cracks
If you receive customer reports in the above model vehicles of damage to any laminated glass due to chips or cracks which is not covered by the new
car warranty, this (in most cases) can now be satisfactorily and economically repaired using the NOVUS glass repair method. NOVUS invented
windshield repair and has perfected many of the procedures during the past 30 years. NOVUS glass repair is approved by DCAG and recommended
by MBUSA for use in repairs whenever possible.
Only the exterior surface of laminated glass should be repaired. Humidity or water must be totally removed before the glass repair process is started.
Whenever possible use either clear packaging tape or NOVUS "Keep Clean Patches" to cover the damage before rain or washing the vehicle. If this
has not been done, in most cases, it will still be possible to successfully repair the damage. Cracks up to 6 inches in length that radiate from the
impact point are also repairable.
An impact spot from the initial damage will remain visible after a successful repair. The larger the initial spot, the more it will be visible to the
customer after the repair. NOVUS uses a special polish to restore the shine to the repair, thus reducing visibility of the repair.
Additional information on glass repair and finding your nearest NOVUS repair franchisee can be found at their web site: www.Novusglass.com.
Friday, February 8, 2019
2017 Mercedes Benz C 43 AMG Diagnostic and Repair# LI01-45_P-047548 Date: 090806
Engine - Oil Level Message General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION ON OIL LEVEL MESSAGE IN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Topic Number LI01.45-P-047548
Version 1
Design Group 01.45 Oil Pan
Date 08-06-2009
Validity Valid for engines: M111, M112, M113, M166, M266, M271, M272, M273, M275, M285, OM611, OM612, OM613, OM628, OM629, OM640, OM642, OM646, OM647, OM648, OM668
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Reason for change Update model designation/Supercedes SI S-B-01.45/26a and S-B-18.00/36a
Reason for block
COMPLAINT:
The attachment to this document contains detailed information on procedures and possible remedies in the event of implausible display messages
concerning the engine oil level in the Instrument Cluster (IC).
Specifically, it contains information on:
- Notes on implausible display messages
- Overview chart of the relevant switches
- Supplemental notes on oil level measurement
CAUSE:
For causes of implausible display messages, please refer to the document in the attachment (observe correct language version).
REMEDY:
For procedures and remedies in the event of implausible display messages, please refer to the document in the attachment (observe correct language
version).
Attachments
Symptoms
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Work Units
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Validity
TIPS Information Display: Display message concerning engine oil level
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Remedies for known complaints in OM642, M272 and M273 engines
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System description on the oil sensor and oil level switch
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Oil level message, oil level warnings
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General oil level measurement
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Procedure for "Implausible display messages"
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Saturday, February 2, 2019
2019 GMC Acadia Pricing, Features, Ratings And Reviews
You definitely will need to think about this to be one and pay a go to to sellers of Chrysler in Phoenix if you need to get jeep from Phoenix. The middle for Auto Safety is demanding the US government to recall 2.2 million Jeep Grand Cherokees. In accordance with Chrysler, the test was thrice as severe as the government requirements. Chrysler had refuted the experiences and claimed that the Grand Cherokee has a superb security report and that the company was cooperating with the federal government investigation. In addition to Los Angeles, CA -A-Van is a company to defeat when it entails rental autos. Each of those autos supply three rows of seating as nicely. It hasn't lost its third row, but that row now seats simply two, so seating capacity is seven as a substitute of eight. The Acadia Limited shares no scores with the 2017-18 GMC Acadia, redesigned for 2017, and the 2018 Buick Enclave and Chevrolet Traverse, redesigned for 2018. All three present models are actually midsize SUVs.
Hybrid vehicles are made to better fuel economy and even put the automobile in an environmental pleasant stead. By 1980's the Cherokee models which were launched proved to be even higher than those formerly released. The Cherokee was released in the 1970's and it has left such an affect that approach into the second decade of the twenty first century, individuals nonetheless consider the Cherokee as the ultimate of Jeep designs. It's the decade when Cherokee XJ released the revolutionary 4-by-4 "first" models just like the compact 4-door SUV, the first UniFrame and the very first 4-by-four system with shift-on-the-fly. There was additionally the release of Wrangler TJ that comes with a revolutionary coil suspension and Grand Cherokee WJ which also dominated the SUV business. This car comes out on prime with probably the most storage house in autos in the identical class. Additionally, whilst the Buick LaCrosse comes with a really useful fuel level of 87 normal unleaded, in order that the value per gallon of petrol that is used will doubtless probably be decrease as properly. The fashionable new jeep Grand Cherokee is a pleasant vehicle with interiors which pamper your senses along with exterior durability so to drive on-road as well as off-street with the same ease.
It very properly combines luxurious with frugality which makes it among the best Sports utility vehicles in its value range. If you want buy Dodge in Phoenix, a trip to a number of skilled dealers of Chrysler in Phoenix can let you choose the one, which can go well with you finest. Kahne has pushed a Dodge since his first NASCAR Dash Cup race and this might be his first encounter in a Ford. The actual interior moreover views numerous changes which embrace new sprint board design and improvement in prime quality supplies. In line with the middle for Auto Safety, the MY 1993-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokees have a defective gas tank design that can cause the gasoline tank to rupture in a crash. Nowadays, the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon is taken into account to be the ultimate vehicle. Chrysler disputes the test results by the middle and is very confident that the vehicle has exceeded federal standards for safety. Chrysler disputes the middle for Auto Safety's take a look at outcomes. In accordance with the center for Auto Safety, at the least 55 people have died in crashes where hearth was essentially the most harmful factor. The US officials earlier opened an investigation into claims that the improperly situated and poorly protected gasoline tanks may trigger fires in some crashes.
In response to the agency, its initial evaluation reveals that the Grand Cherokee didn't have more fires after crashes than did the opposite autos have, endorsing the truth that the post-crash fires don't necessarily set up a defect. The executive director of the advocacy group for the middle for Auto Safety feels that Jeep Grand Cherokee is probably the most harmful automobile on the highway in the present day and they want it recalled. So whether or not you choose to decide on fashion or effectivity, this years Jeep Grand Cherokee could be simply the factor you might be on the lookout for. The figures, in line with Chrysler are by far decrease in 1993-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee automobiles than had been in peer autos. The alleged downside was first highlighted in stories by a news channel and it led to the process of determining if the Jeep Grand Cherokee recall of the MY 1993 to 2004 was mandatory. Grand Cherokees of the MY 1993 to 2004 had plastic gas tanks and so they were placed in the rear of the vehicle, which might make the automobile highly vulnerable throughout certain forms of accidents.
Monday, January 21, 2019
India's First Woman Ferrari Owner Is A large Car Freak
Its 12.4 cubic toes of cargo house is limiting, and poor rear visibility will make parking simply somewhat extra challenging. It’s not a good feeling to get trumped by somewhat brother. Perfect is as good as something will be and, by all measures, the Porsche 911 is ideal. While there is an undeniable thrill to specifying a new automotive to your exact your requirements, it is equally true to say that waiting months for it to turn up can be a touch frustrating. It’s the kind of car you may simply stare at when you plan your subsequent journey to the market. While we don’t know a whole lot of details but relating to efficiency numbers or price, we can assume there won’t be any problems there, because past generations have never disillusioned. One could pitch a fastball higher than I could ever dream, and the other could bounce over a 6-foot bar while I struggled to hop over a parking stripe. Industry observers suggest it is going to begin from above £65,000, based on how way more the Giulia Quadrifoglio costs over the Giulia Veloce.
The automotive will make its official debut at the Paris Motor Show, and should give the Porsche Boxster its first actual competitor in… well… ever. The smaller 3 liter V6 petrol motor makes 375 Bhp of peak power and 460 Nm of peak torque. This motor makes 517 Bhp and 530 Nm, and makes use of a twin clutch computerized gearbox to transmit torque to all four wheels via a Quattro all wheel drive mechanism. Like the R, Jaguar employs all-wheel drive on the SVR, but it’s hardly damning. As you’d anticipate of a modern Jaguar, the E-Pace is a striking piece of design, different enough from the company’s bigger F-Pace SUV to have its own visual id, but nonetheless a Jaguar by and via. It would undoubtedly generate profits and improve sales numbers, but would it not nonetheless really be a Land Rover? 7. Justify your existence to every non-designer round you who, fairly moderately, can’t understand why you just wasted all that time and effort and money creating but not shipping 4 perfectly good things.
To start with you don’t must spend tons of money on kit. Healthy design organizations don’t look and act like other organizations, just as engineering organizations are completely different from cooking organizations. If what you are promoting requires great design as an ingredient to create immense value and also you don’t wish to go out of enterprise, you need to build a corporation that fosters design execution. It requires solely a short time behind the wheel to appreciate that Jaguar has set the E-Pace up to be a a lot sportier drive than most different SUVs too. Elemen normal yang turut ditampilkan kini termasuklah sistem infotainmen Touch Pro dengan skrin sesentuh 10-inci. Sistem ini menampilkan prosesor quad-core yang lebih berkuasa, 60 GB stable-state drive (SSD) berkelajuan tinggi dan rangkaian Ethernet pantas, termasuk lain-lain kelengkapan. The vehicles had been on top of their recreation in 2007/2008, and newer models are nonetheless an absolute kick to drive. And although the days of the naturally aspirated V8 could also be numbered, the GS F still packs a 5.0-liter version pulled from the RC F. What we’re making an attempt to say right here is that dinosaurs are superior. Now, that’s a automotive worth mentioning in our rundown of attention-grabbing cars of 2014. The usual VW Golf R comes manufacturing facility-fitted with a 2.0-liter FSI turbocharged petrol engine that puts out 267 hp and 260 lf-t of torque.
And a few of these companies are worth more or sold for greater than the 2 examples I simply supplied. Years and years and hundreds of thousands of dollars of R&D work are price exactly nothing unless the FDA approves the end consequence. It’s each elegant and menacing at the identical time, and years on, the F-Type appears just as gorgeous as it did the first time I saw it. The Mazda MX-5 Miata offers a driving experience that has inspired volumes of ecstatic prose from auto writers and car fans alike over the past 25 years. The Indian company that bought Jaguar and Land Rover has successfully made over the complete Jaguar line and injected new life into Land Rover. Today, the E-Type stays an affect within the styling of automobiles made by Jaguar. Today, we check out each certainly one of them. The headlamps look too small (although they use LED know-how, which is cool), and the rear finish seems to be very, nicely, Miata.
Sunday, January 20, 2019
2019 Lister LFP Has Four Seats, Capable of 200+ MPH
The arguments and counter-arguments over the specification of this car will rage for years to return. We've had a new addition to the collection additionally; Matt Bird will probably be keeping us updated on operating a Shed-spec Honda Civic VTI as a pizza delivery automotive over the coming weeks. Having spent the most time in it, he is additionally up to date us on life with a Mountuned Fiesta. I've simply an epiphany in regards to the Ariel Atom; regardless of having seen a great deal of them, hankering after one myself and having an excellent buddy who has one, I'd by no means quite managed to characterise the appeal, till I noticed that picture. That it additionally addresses two major issues in regards to the roadster - particularly value and that pitiful luggage space - is a pleasing surprise, particularly for those who consider coupe versions more befitting their powerfully built stature and mindset. Two variations of the F-Type shall be propelled by Jaguar’s new high-expertise 3-liter V-6 powerplant.
I'll come to some of the element quibbles I've uncovered shortly, however fundamentally the F-Type scores very extremely as a feel-good automotive. For all you real-world heroes out there we have acquired a Golf GTI, possibly all the efficiency automotive you'd ever really need. They look like they come straight out of Mad Max! Porsche 911s Always look cooler with a single corner-exit pipe. A quick look around the XF earlier than setting off reveals a large, spacious automotive. To keep you topped up although we have put collectively a fast recap on the final month of movies and pretty diversified it's been too. Finally, a quick overview of the smaller new tales of the previous seven days (yep, there actually is more!). So, what else is there that provides the identical mixture of 4-wheel drive, sensational efficiency, aural pleasure, and a way of occasion? Attempting to make sense of that 10 per cent power increase on the R s a second-generation model of Jaguar's Electronic Active Differential and JLR's 'torque vectoring by braking' system.
And because of the close to-immediate throttle response and linear energy band, it doesn't slam you in the back unexpectedly like some turbo engines do. A few of you may remember this being featured within the Gran Turismo 2 video recreation again within the day. Back in a lonely PHHQ, Matt has been wistfully recalling the RCZ R launch and its spectacular roads in our latest Dream Drive. And here is the factor: It's really nice to drive. Land Rover has given us our first official picture - albeit a teaser, and from a wierd angle - of the Range Rover Velar. Both eagerly anticipated, albeit for very totally different reasons. But in fact it is only pure to focus on Stuttgart's choices when searching for one thing to rival the Corvette. That's as per the Convertible too after all. Almost as important, the F-Pace is roomy compared to its German rivals, ample leg and head room behind the front seats, lots of stowage behind the rear seats.
On the surface there are many carbon fibre embellishments, many apparently influenced by the C-X16 concept from which the F-Type was originally developed. At the Paris Motor Show earlier this 12 months, Jaguar launched its a lot-awaited F-kind sports activities automotive. There are a couple of other stats you could also be keen on now that official information about the brand new coupe F-Type has been confirmed after a glitzy unveiling event ahead of an official debut on the LA Auto Show. There's a smaller but more highly effective V8, a normal limited-slip diff and a wealth of configurability options for the drivetrain. Cross may be quietly spoken in person however his skill to get Jaguars to apparently unseemly angles and nonchalantly hold them there whereas the tyres incinerate themselves is properly proven. The F-Pace's front-seat legroom and headroom measurements are among the many roomiest in this class, while the aft quarters are merely average. If you must briefly quieten your exhaust slip-on cans are acceptable.
Single pipe solely, sided to reflect the situation of the exhaust manifold the place acceptable. Edgar, Murray and operations director John Chasey declare to be absolutely funded and hope to construct 1,000-1,500 TVRs a year in a UK factory, location TBC. Frankfurt show last yr. Not long after our 2017 Jaguar F-Pace S arrives, my wife and that i decided to see some household in Asheville, North Carolina, roughly 10 hours and 700 miles from our residence in suburban Detroit. If you happen to feared that was the end of that Autocar as we speak brings us news that the reborn TVRis very much is on monitor and due on sale in 2017. It gets better too. It's refreshingly sharp on the front end too, with little of the 'slack' engineered into most steering methods. Incorporating the entire learnings from F-Type, the F-Pace options the same electric energy-assisted steering system2 (EPAS) which supplies drivers higher feedback and control than hydraulic methods. The concept SUV is predicated on Jimny however is wider than it and is powered by four electric motors mounted every wheel. With 460hp and 465lb ft, the Stingray is claimed to hit 60mph in lower than four seconds. It at present list four extras: metallic paint (£600), Tintcoat paint (£1,000), sat-nav (£1,450) and black aluminium wheels (£550).
Friday, January 11, 2019
2019 Mercedes Benz M Class Rating Breakdown
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Wednesday, December 26, 2018
Best SUV Reveals From The 2018 New York Auto Show
At this year's Detroit Auto Show, pickup trucks were the name of the game. The New York Auto Show was a different story. As the popularity of SUVs continues to grow and the SUVs themselves continue to get better, automakers will keep pumping out awesome new models. We should have called this year's New York Auto Show the 2018 SUV Show, considering how many excellent new models were revealed. In both production and concept form, the SUV reveals from the 2018 New York Auto Show were excellent.
Jaguar F-Pace SVRThe Jaguar F-Pace SVR was one of the first headline grabbers at the New York show. The F-Pace was already one of the best looking SUVs on the market in our opinion, but Jaguar made it even better by stuffing in a 5.0-liter supercharged V8 with 550 horsepower. It is estimated that the F-Pace SVR will hit 60 mph in around 4.1 seconds, making it a stiff competitor for other fast SUVs like the Mercedes GLC 63 AMG and Porsche Macan Turbo.
Maserati Levante TrofeoSpeaking of fast SUVs, the F-Pace couldn't quite make it to the end of the show as the fastest SUV to be revealed. This honor goes to the Maserati Levante Trofeo. Maserati has finally given its Levante SUV the 3.8-liter twin-turbo V8 from the Quattroporte sedan. Instead of producing 523 hp as it does in the sedan, the V8 in the Levante produces 590 hp. Not only is the Maserati more powerful than the Jaguar, it is quicker to 60 mph at just 3.9 seconds.
Toyota RAV4Not all SUVs are 500 hp, fire breathing monsters, but even the so-called average SUVs came with some serious improvements in New York. The 2019 RAV4 rides on Toyota's new TNGA platform. Powertrains are still rather yawn inducing: a 2.5-liter inline-four paired to an eight-speed automatic and an optional hybrid system. FWD is standard, but AWD is available optionally. In 2017, the RAV4 was the best selling non-pickup truck in the US, so buyers clearly love it. Now the RAV4 just got even better, so it should continue to dominate in the sales race.
Acura RDXAcura previewed the new RDX Prototype at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show, but the company brought out a more production-ready version for New York. For 2019, Acura decided to downsize from a V6 to a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder making 272 hp. Power goes out through a new 10-speed automatic, which should offer smooth power deliver. On the inside, Acura has replaced its two-screen infotainment system in favor of a new unit with a remote touch pad. A sportier A-Spec version will join the lineup, as will an eventual return of the Type S badge.
Hyundai Sante FeThe Hyundai Sante Fe has been showing signs of age, but the new 2019 is a leap in the right direction. This new model uses Hyundai's signature Cascading Grille, which gives the SUV a luxury look befitting of a Genesis badge. The Sante Fe Sport model is no more, replaced by the standard Sante Fe. A new Sante Fe XL replaces the old seven-seat model. Passenger volume has been increased, but power remains the same with a base 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder with 185 hp. There is an optional turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, with around 232 hp. Hyundai will even make a 2.2-liter diesel model with 200 hp and 320 lb-ft of torque.
Subaru ForesterSubaru has been known to play it safe when replacing its cars, but the company decided to be a bit bold with the new Forester. The updated 2.5-liter boxer engine now includes auto stop/start producing 182 hp - up from 170 last year. The new Sport trim adds red accents on the exterior and interior, adding a nice aggressive look to the otherwise boring Forester. We'd like to see Subaru add a turbocharged engine to match the aggressive looks on the outside, but we're just happy to see Subaru let its hair down a bit.
Cadillac XT4Cadillac needed to make a big splash on its home soil, so it decided to reveal a entry-level crossover called the XT4. The Escalade and the XT5 crossover have been a huge successes for the brand, but its sedans haven't sold as well. Cadillac is learning how important SUVs are to its future success, so the company's new entry level model will be a crossover. The XT4 is powered by a 2.0-liter turbo four producing 237 hp. With a new nine-speed automatic and a completely redesign CUE system, the XT4 should be a successful model for Cadillac.
Lincoln Aviator & VW Atlas SportFinally, we conclude the list of New York SUV reveals with two amazing concept cars from Lincoln and Volkswagen. The 2020 Aviator is a bold new concept for Lincoln, capitalizing on the stunning good looks of the new Navigator. The Aviator is imagined as a plug-in hybrid mated with a twin-turbo V6, but no power figures were estimated. The Volkswagen Atlas Sport would use a 3.6-liter V6 mated to a pair of electric motors, producing a total output of 355 hp. Both of these concepts look great and we hope the production versions look just as good.