Kamis, 30 Agustus 2012

Lada VAZ 2106 Low Rider

S4 / 1.569 cc / 75 PS / 89 lb/ft (120 Nm) @ 3.000 / 0 - 62 mph (100 km/h): 16,0 s / Vmax: 96 mph (155 km/h)

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Rabu, 29 Agustus 2012

Volvo V40 and 5 other car safety test results

Euro NCAP has just released the test results of six new models, namely, the Audi A3, Ford B-MAX, Isuzu D-Max, Kia Cee’d, Renault Clio and Volvo V40. Here are the results in brief:

Audi A3 1.4 'Attraction', LHD:
The new Audi receives five stars. Although the passenger airbag can be disabled with an optionally fitted switch to allow a rearward-facing child restraint to be used in that seating position, there was no clear warning provided unlike in the other cars.

Ford B-MAX 1.5 diesel 'Trend', LHD: The mini MPV has received a commendable five stars. Instead of B-pillars, the car incorporates a structure into the doors to form a central post when the doors are shut. It also comes with the Active City Stop, an AEB system previously rewarded under Euro NCAP Advanced, which helps the driver achieve maximum braking effectiveness in an emergency situation.

Isuzu D-Max Crew Cab, 2.5 diesel, RHD: Received four star rating. This is an improvement on the previous model tested in 2008. The Isuzu received a score of 83% for adult occupant protection and improved protection for child occupants against a tougher 2012 regime. Though pedestrian safety has improved (51%) it still did not yet reach the 60% threshold required for five stars.

Kia Cee’d 1.4MPI LX, LHD:Receives 5 stars.

Renault Clio 1.0 base grade, LHD: Receives five stars.

Volvo V40: With five stars Volvo's new car is Euro NCAP’s all time top scorer in its segment.


It incorporates the World-first Pedestrian Airbag technology, fitted as standard on the entire V40 range. In case of a crash with a pedestrian, sensors detect the impact, release the bonnet and deploy the airbag in a split second.

Selasa, 28 Agustus 2012

BMW 3200 Michelotti Vignale

V8 / 3.168 cc / 150 PS / Vmax: 127 mph (205 km/h) / one-off collector piece

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Minggu, 26 Agustus 2012

Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow 2-door Saloon by H. J. Mulliner, Park Ward Ltd

V8 / 6.750 cc / 200 PS / 406 ft/lb (550 Nm) @ 1.750 / 0  - 62 mph (100 km/h): 11,0 s / Vmax: 118 mph (190 km/h) / this car is for sale, the price: CHF 69.000

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