South Korean car manufacturers do not want to be left to take advantage of the Paris Motor Show as a place to show capability. This time they display the Sportage eco Mild Hybrid concept taken from the base of a new generation compact SUV.

The vehicle is equipped with 1.7-liter turbodiesel engine that produces 115 hp and 260 Nm of torsion strength combined with an electric motor-powered 5 kW (6.7 hp) with two-layer capacitor devices.

No information about the source of electrical power. While we know the function of capacitors is to store electricity temporarily, so that we might expect, this electric motor serves as an addition to power during the short acceleration.

Or in other words, the presence of an electric motor serves as an alias KERS Kinetic Energy Recovery System. However, this is only our estimate is probably less precise.

Parties Kia has made little change to the body to increase Sportage aerodynamic, including the use of tire character of the low-rolling resistance. And according to claim them, Sportage Mild Hybrid has emission CO2 emission of 117 g / km, but they do not inform how the fuel consumption.

Behind the hood in front, no longer contains a V8 engine with a capacity of 4.5 or 7.4 liter or 300-powered 240 PS, but a turbine-powered 350 hp engine.

Indeed, this machine is owned helicopter QH50 on the Vietnam War era. Yet this sleek Porsche still retain elements of comfort that is indicated by the existence of the device and the heated air Conditioning aka A / C. That means, the vehicle used by the owner as a daily vehicle.

The problem is, when the slow (idle) only this machine has been producing sound with a noise level of 130 dB, whereas the maximum noise limits that can be tolerated by the human ear is on the level of 85 dB. This means that this vehicle can run in environments containing a very good neighbor and patient, or on another planet.

The engine is classified as capable of energy-efficient considering scored 350 hp, which is 17 miles per gallon or the equivalent of 7.22 km / liter. But the problem, need for jet fuel
keep the engine still spinning.

Porsche Owners ‘crazy’ is sold at a price of U.S. $ 20 thousand, or about Rp180 million. Therefore, for those of you who are interested, we encourage you to spend to get a vehicle with a hot exhaust pipe until it reaches 270 degrees Celsius, with two bursts of fire ‘naturally’ occurring on the hood.

Lamborghini is preparing for its first four-door supercar. Prototype was exhibited at the Paris Motor Show in 2008 and called the Estoque. But because the crisis that hit in 2009, the project was postponed.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Lamborghini Stephan Winkelman says, “Lamborghini’s third model (after Murcieliago and Gallardo began in 2009) is very suitable and a car with four doors would be a very sensible approach.”

If it is produced, then the position where the engine? As shown, this sedan is equipped four seats and positions in front of the engine with four-wheel drive system. For power, reportedly still in the election between configures V10 engine, a turbocharged V8, a V8 hybrid, or diesel.

When marketed, Estoque will be positioned as a basic-level sports car. Because, until the first half of 2010, sales are still declining globally Lamborghini 18 percent from the previous same period.

Winkelman expect, this third model will be able to boost sales. Unfortunately, until now, there is no certainty when the product will be launched to the market.

Daihatsu F-Concept is a concept vehicle aimed at the Indonesian market. This is the debut or the world premiere of the latest concept car, the Daihatsu is shown to the public. Another aspect that makes the F-body Concept soul closer to Indonesia, to design and engineering, included the role and the Indonesian people’s thoughts. “There are designers from Indonesia participated in Japan preparing for this vehicle,” said Yosuke Sakaguchi, Project Manager of Styling Div No. 1, Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd..

Also described, design concepts, including dimensions, engine selection, and applications of vehicles, M-Concept is targeted as a replacement motorcycle. Same concept as outlined in the Tata Nano, but the format is different. If the Nano as a passenger car, the F-concept leads to a commercial. This can be seen from the shape.

Simply stylish
Daihatsu himself says, M-Concept is designed to answer the needs of the people of Indonesia for cheaper vehicles. Nevertheless, the appearance factor was not abandoned. Therefore, the appearance created quite stylish alias style. “Style is an important factor for the Indonesian people in determining or selecting a vehicle,” explained Daihatsu in the release, including for commercial vehicles.

F-Concept is a versatile vehicle. In addition as a means of everyday transportation, can also create a business or working up to recreation. Because of that, in a release that was distributed to reporters shown some of the alternative use of these vehicles, especially tanks behind him. Among other things, covered with canvas (soft top) and also plus Rugged box-type (normal flatbed). Maybe later be converted into a minibus, as the concept of Gran Max.

Supermini
F-Concept is very compact and can be told as a supermini. Length 2925 mm, width 1295 mm, and height of 1690 m with 1840 mm wheelbase. Tub size is not explained. While for the machines listed only 660cc, 3 cylinder inline. Using wheels and 155/70R13 tires.

Based on the specifications given, this vehicle, including agile and nimble use a small space. Section, swivel radius of 3.6 meters and a cabin can only be loaded two passengers. Vice President and Minister of Industry Boediono Moh S Hidayat could sit in it.

Cabin is also simple and very limited space (of course better than a motorcycle). To provide relief cabin space, placing Daihatsu designer gear shifting lever on the steering column and is in the middle of the dashboard (as if imposed, as a result become less artistic and instead added ribet). Daihatsu designers may try other alternatives?

Government Policy
The question arises, whether the M-Concept is soon realized to be low-cost car project Daihatsu in Indonesia? Previously, Amelia Tjandra, Marketing Director of Astra Daihatsu Motor, the plan depends on the policies made by the government.

“If the concept of eco-friendly cars or environmentally friendly, fuel economy, and small engines, a clear policy, we certainly can do it,” he asserted.
In this case, of course a variety of government support, for example, incentives in the form of various tax cuts so the price is really affordable or as expected under the community!
Moreover, this vehicle is targeted as a replacement motorcycle, other than as a family vehicle, also for business. In addition, with a concept like this, small and cheap transportation of Indonesia will be more humane!

Pride of GM products which go on sale to the public at the end of this year, the Chevrolet Vol, released at a price $ 41,000 (U.S.). Prices are quite expensive for the American public. For that also, in order to boost the production Volt, GM will also rent it out, $ 350 per month or Rp3, 1 million. Similarly announced Joel Ewanick, Vice President GM to the United States last Tuesday.
As a new-tech cars, American consumers try to compare the Volt with Nissan Leaf, a Japanese product that only relies on pure electric energy. Nissan itself – to boost the population and of course production – will also do the same strategy, Leaf renting cars to consumers who want to try it first. For this, Nissan offers a price of $ 349 per month rent.
Meanwhile, U.S. media reported, the GM will apply strategies to lower the down payment $ 2,500. Estimated retail price of this car down to $ 33,500 by using a federal tax credit of $ 7,500.
8 Years Warranty
Regarding the announcement of the selling price and rental Volt, an automotive analyst was quoted saying DetNews.com, retail prices must satisfy the consumer who is less comfortable buying a new car with an expensive price and use lithium-ion batteries. Therefore, to prove the greatness or the endurance of the battery and propulsion systems, manufacturers provide warranty of eight years or 160,000 km.
Volt price is U.S. $ 8,000 more expensive than the Nissan Leaf. Heavy work to be done to market GM cars, which should provide an explanation differences in the two types of cars to the U.S. consumer.
Leaf is a car that only rely on batteries and can only be used for a distance of 160 km for all the contents of the battery. While the Volt is only 64 km when using electric power, but can be extended up to 480 km with a gasoline engine.
“Strategies Volt, claiming his car better than a pure electric,” said Joel Ewanick. “People will be looking for a real car and do not want to go home late because must charge the car in the workplace,” he continued.
Volt gasoline engine began life after the stored energy of lithium-ion battery is reduced to 70 percent. Volt is actually a series hybrid car. To drive, the wheel is driven by electric motors only. While the gasoline engine is used as a generator or to charge the battery in order not to come up short.
Volt goes on sale later this year in Michigan, California, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Texas and Washington DC before it is marketed nationally 12-18 months later.
Consumers in other states can be ordered from a dealer in one market that was launched, with the requirement to take his own unit. Facility rental is also only available in places or dealers who gets priority first launch. GM Volt plan to make 10 000 in 2011 and will be increased to 30.00 units.