Toyota voluntarily repaired water pumps on the Prius

Toyota apparently has problems with the cooling pump of the hybrid car Toyota Prius. The company announced today, 30 November 2010, with, the company would voluntarily repair the world 650 000 Prius. Toyota's emphasis on the finding that this does not constitute a recall. Affected by the measure are in the Prius built 2004 to 2007, which had been delivered before the United States.
The Japanese manufacturer had in the years 2009 and 2010, significant problems with recalls that occurred due to the technical part, to a considerable extent but also unfounded. The company's image has suffered particularly in the United States.

Jeep Compass replacement to be produce in Italy (IT)

Chrysler and Fiat will be investing more than $1.3bn into Fiat’s dated Mirafiori plant as part of a joint venture.

The factory will be assembling future Jeep and Alfa Romeo models – including replacements for the Compass & Patriot compact SUVs — for international distribution, starting in late 2012.

Fiat said the plan is to bring "a new platform from the U.S. to produce cars and SUVs for the Jeep and Alfa Romeo brands."

Those models will include the midsize Alfa Romeo Giulia sedan and wagon, replacing the 159 and will be sold in both Europe and North America. Mirafiori also will construct compact premium SUVs for Alfa and Jeep. Alfa Romeo is aiming at the Audi Q5, BMW X3 and Mercedes GLK.

These models will centre on a new Compact Wide platform, borrowed from Fiat's Compact platform, which underpins the Alfa Romeo Giulietta. The Compact Wide architecture is currently being equally engineered in Italy and North America.

The Mirafiori assembly plant currently manufactures a verity of vehicles, from the Fiat Multipla to the Alfa Romeo MiTo. Its annual capacity will be increased from 250,000 to 280,000 units.

NHTSA investigate '06 CR-V compact SUV (U.S)

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened up an examination into reports of fires in the doors of the ‘06 Honda CR-V. The investigation involves approximately 150,000 vehicles.

The probe was driven by three reports "alleging a fire occurred in the driver's door related to the driver's master power window switch," said.

"We are aware that NHTSA has opened a preliminary evaluation based on three reports of fires in the doors of the 2006 model year CR-V vehicles," said Honda in a statement. "Honda will fully cooperate with NHTSA once they begin the investigation."

Volvo recalls 6,046 S60, S80, XC60 and XC70 models (U.S)

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Volvo is calling back 6,046 2011 S60, S80, XC60 and XC70 vehicles because of unexpected engine stalling.

"The software calibration for the fuel cutoff functionality in the engine control module is too sensitive," said NHTSA. "Sudden engine stall could occur, increasing the risk of a crash."

Volvo clarified that the problem arises when the driver is braking "during city driving and/or releases the accelerator pedal."

"The engine idle speed may drop, resulting in a sudden engine stall without any prior warning," it said. "If this condition occurs, the transmission control unit will enter a temporary protection mode in order to prevent damage to the vehicle's transmission. When starting the vehicle again, the driver can operate the vehicle safely home or to an authorised Volvo repair facility, but may experience a louder than usual transmission and a harder gear engagement."

The recall is expected to begin on 10th December.

Audi introduced the TT GT4, so far as prototype

GT4 category is cheering the arrival of new manufacturers. In this case it's time for Audi, developed a variant on the TT-RS, which has 340 horses under its bonnet, and a limited slip differential system coupled to the seven-speed DSG, reinforced for the occasion, but almost standard.

It will cost around 120,000 € and will be available from 2012 as a step for access to client-racing Audi R8 by completing the bottom. And is that the central motor drive Gallardo derivative is much more expensive to run. Now, of € 120,000 also have access to Evora and virtually GT4 Aston Martin Vantage Is it best option the Audi? Aerodynamically we very much doubt, but the type of drive can say a lot in its favor, the integral is preserved when it approves.

Subaru introduced the 2011 Trezia, a new small MPV

Subaru unveils new Trezia in Japan, a small minivan born fruit of an alliance with Toyota. Taking the basis of the Ractis and Verse-S, this car will also come to Europe next spring as a representative of segment B (will be positioned between and Impreza Justy).

Initially the range will have a gasoline engine of 1.3 liters and 90 hp diesel, but yes, we assume to be the same as used by the Toyota and therefore no boxer type. Outwardly both as Trezia Verso-S are very similar, with slightly different front wheels to try to distance. Inside equally small details separate from one another, but always maintaining a strong resemblance.

Over the next few days we can expand the information in more detail, although both prices and equipment will not be known until shortly before marketing.
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Ariel Atom is prepared by Wimmer RS

The trainer of the German car RS Wimmer announced on Tuesday (30) performance kit for the Ariel Atom, one of the sporting world's lightest. The package is designed only to extract more horse power, keeping the brake system, suspension, aerodynamics and exchange rates unchanged.

Through the reconfiguration of central injection, ignition timing and pressure of the turbo model, besides the inclusion of a sports exhaust system and new fuel pump, motor 2.0 K20 (derived from the Honda Civic Si) went from 300 hp to the 340 horsepower. While the additional income is slight, the only 469 kg weight of the model that allowed its power to weight ratio decreased from 1.56 kg / hp to 1.37 kg / hp.

Recall: Toyota Prius 650,000 calls

Toyota has summoned the owners of the hybrid model, Prius, with manufacturing between 2004 and 2007 for a worldwide voluntary recall, according to a statement posted on its website on Tuesday automotivenews.com (30). The car made contact online with the assistance of Toyota in Brazil. But as the car is not sold here, was not given any official information about the case.

650,000 units are affected by the call, which will replace the exchange of water pump cooling system. Of these, 378,000 vehicles are in the United States. The company reported that the problem does not generate serious risks, but lack of maintenance can cause overheating, loss of power and to render the vehicle inoperable.

The defect is linked to the current design of the pump that allows air bubbles entering the system. This behavior affects the cooling of the vehicle, contributing to the warming of the hybrid system. The campaign will begin in December and Toyota said it will bear the costs for part exchange. Since November 2009 the brand has already announced a recall of 15.4 million vehicles worldwide, 11 million in America alone.

2011 Honda shows Brio in Thailand

This small city will be distributed exclusively in Asian markets next year.

In Thailand International Motor Show, Honda today unveiled the Brio. With this small model, Honda wants to attract motorists who travel daily to work by car in a big city. Compact, with only 3.61m long, according to Honda will offer a large interior space. The manufacturer instead as a new entry on Asian markets but with variations. In Thailand, Honda will focus on consumption, not to exceed the 5.0 to 100, to benefit from government aid. In India however, the Japanese emphasis on price / performance of this new model.

Porsche confirms the start of construction of the Cajun

The fifth family of Porsche is on track, it's official. In a statement, the Stuttgart firm announced that its Office Director has agreed to the enlargement of the range. The Cayenne will soon have a little brother.
Porsche has indeed officially the start of construction of the compact SUV that had been discussed for years and will be positioned below the Cayenne. His code name is Cajun (which does not mean that it will be his final name), and the goal is like the Cayenne to allow the brand to consolidate its position in the market premium. Another ambition to attract a younger audience not necessarily drawn to sports cars "classic" and therefore not reflected in the purchase of a Boxster.

New Lancia Stratos Racing : Approval GT2, 25 copies and miniature

New Stratos could be produced to the tune of 25 copies required for approval by the FIA GT race in 2012.

Finally, the images that you find is that of a miniature 1 / 8 th of the next version of GT2. It is produced in 199 copies etvendue € 4,150 in the blue livery. The attentive will have noticed the names of the great drivers of the Stratos in photo 1, just above the doors . For information, Stratos is 92 rally victories, including 33 with Darniche, 3 league titles and three world championship title in Europe, a superb track record that places it at the Pantheon of the greatest rally cars!

Photos of 2011 Audi A6 new generation appeared in the earlier period

Dutch site Autoblog.nl published photos of Audi A6 sedan next generation. Meanwhile, previously reported that the official premiere of new items should only take place December 1.

The new sedan has kept the overall silhouette of its predecessor, but it is based on a modular platform, which debuted a little earlier on the model Audi A7. The chassis and body Audi A6 made of steel and aluminum (the share of "winged metal" in the design of the sedan for about 20 percent) - due to this new product will be easier for the previous generation, and economical. In addition, the A6 will receive an upgraded suspension with the possibility of installing pnevmoelementov and adaptive shock absorbers, and electromechanical power steering.

By not confirmed until official information, range of engine models will also be completely revised: among the petrol engines will be turbocharged two-liter power unit 180 or 200 horsepower three-liter unit with a compressor, which develops 290 horsepower and 2.8-liter . In the line of diesel engines will be presented to units in volume two and three liters. Transmission - the traditional "mechanics", variable and seven-step robot S-tronic in versions with all-wheel drive.

Later, at the A6 will be "charged" version with bi-turbo petrol "eight" power greater than 500 horsepower.

Interior of new items is nearly the same interior Audi A7 - it uses the same asymmetrical architecture of the front panel and is practically the same layout of the center console and the central tunnel.

Among the options for a new family of A6 will be offered fully LED headlamps, adaptive cruise control function to a complete stop, recognition of traffic signs, night vision system and an advanced navigation system with integrated service Google Earth.

Buick GL8 is a luxury estate in 2011

China to start selling fully renovated luxury minivan Buick GL8 2011 model year. New product was developed in a joint venture Shanghai GM in conjunction with Pan-Asian center autodesign specifically for the China market on the platform of the first generation GL8, debuted in 1999. MPV longer than 5,2 m to comfortably accommodate up to seven thanks to a convenient sliding rear doors with electric. Blue interior lighting in the style of "techno," two-tone leather trim and audio equipment from Bose provide integral image representation class minivan.

Buick GL8 is equipped with a 3.0-liter V6 or 2.4-liter Ecotec engine with reduced fuel consumption, as well as a six-speed automatic transmission. Standard features include two-piece sunroof, ABS, ESP, six airbags, bi-xenon headlights and more. In China, sales of new items will start in December at a price of 43,200 dollars.

Presented by Yamaha V Star 250 2011

Formally presented to the motorcycle Yamaha V Star 250, aimed at young and novice riders, which will be sold for 4,090 dollars. Yamaha V Star 250 is equipped with engine 249cc, which gives a real crash, but also a very easy option, both in terms of handling and weight.

Thanks to its 9.5-liter fuel tank, the bike will be able to overcome about 322 km with an average consumption of 2.3 liters. 100 km.

58.7-inch wheelbase provides a convenient maneuverability, while a single 282-mm front disc and rear drum brakes provide adequate stopping.

Weight Yamaha V Star 250 is only 147 kg, his body is complemented by chrome accents, elegant seats and pleasing dashboard. In general, all those in need than just a beginner.

Piecha Mercedes SLK Final Performance RS Edition 2011 photos

Mercedes-Benz SLK received a new batch of studio Piecha Design. The package is designed for both exterior and interior of the vehicle engine.

The tuner will see his package as a "final stage" in the modernization of the SLK, as the next generation is not far off.

The car body is supplemented aerodynamic body kit with LED headlamps, rear spoiler, larger air intakes, etc. Inside you can find leather interior, color scheme, which can be selected at its discretion.

The car is also complemented by lowered suspension, new discs, and 19-inch for the front axle and 20-inch for the rear.

2011 Volkswagen Amarok attacked Cobra by tuning studio Cobra

Pickup Volkswagen Amarok visited tuning studio Cobra, which gave him a number of distinctive and colorful elements. Catches the eye stainless steel, made of pipes with a diameter of 60 mm, which can add a lot of different devaysov from the fog lights and ending with a winch.

It is also possible to order this kit from the 80-mm tubes, aluminum running boards and a unique grille.

In the luggage compartment Volkswagen Amarok, the tuner also offers the edging of the 60-mm tubes, and additional elements for securing cargo. Pickup is set at 19 or 20-inch alloy wheels.

And the whole kit received a certificate of TUV.