212,800 Cars Sold Every Day During 2012

Institute analysis of the global automotive RL Polk & Co. predicts global auto market in 2012 increased 6.7 percent from a year ago to 77.7 million units. That is, every day 212,876 cars were sold worldwide during 2012.

Further, global auto sales will be affected by the debt crisis of Europe. The reason, the disbursement of funds (liquidity) number of states is reduced. However, businesses still remain optimistic that consumers come to "showroom" to buy a new car. It is estimated, European markets recovered, but the same as last year, ie 19 millions units.

China still remains a number one market in the world. The increase in sales is estimated that only 16 percent from a year ago. While the United States, the market grew a moderate 7.3 percent to 13.7 million units. Still will not tebus16 million units as before the recession (2008). Give the new back to normal (16 million units) after 2015. This year, the biggest increase will be achieved premium segment, yaitu14 percent over last year.

"Consumers deep pockets will return to the market to buy a new vehicle, after three years 'fasting.' Premium brands offer a variety of new models, from small cars to SUVs," beber Anthony Pratt, Director of Forecasting Polk-American, as reported by carscoop (03/01/2012).

U.S. Markets
Toyota and Honda is expected to start recovering this year in the U.S.. The second biggest challenge is to reclaim the brand consumers have turned to other brands.

Meanwhile, VW Beetle will continue to rely on a positive increase in sales in the U.S. plus the Jetta and Passat. Hyundai and Kia will experience increase. While local brands, namely GM, Ford and Chrysler will continue to grow obtained from the launch of the Moel-new model

Toyota Unveils All-New 2012 Yaris

Toyota Unveils All-New 2012 Yaris

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) introduced the All-New 2012 Yaris or Yaris that will be marketed in North America. For Europe itself was introduced last month.

For the North American market, introduced two models, namely the Yaris with 5 and 3 doors each with variants (based on level), L (standard), LE (medium), and SE (Sport).

According to this 2012 Yaris 75mm more than the current version, while the height of the roof is lowered 15 mm. Interior also re-designed so as to produce a more spacious luggage space. In fact, for the 5-door version, the volume of the trunk space grow 68 percent compared to the Yaris being marketed right now today. Space for passengers is also becoming more relieved.

Meters in the Middle

To make the interior quieter, Toyota reported using a better fabric material with better insulation. The basic ingredients of the dashboard has been replaced and now it feels tender when touched.

Remains the most three-wheel with a larger grip plus silver ornaments in the fingers. The underside of the steering wheel is more flat so they no longer obstruct the driver's knees. It is said that the new design was adopted from racing cars.

No less interesting, the Yaris 2012 no longer use the combination meter in the middle of the dashboard, but has been moved to the front of the driver (conventional model). Changes were made because many consumers do not like the instrument panel in the middle, including in Indonesia.

Instruments are not only equipped with twin tripmeter and clock, as well as the temperature outside, the information of fuel consumption, average speed, and indicators of Eco-Driving.

For type L, folding rear seat backrest in one section. Whereas the LE and SE are divided 60/40. Luggage space is extended 145 mm and 53 mm wider.

Engine

For the engine, fixed-capacity 1.5-liter, 16 valve, DOHC four-cylinder with VVT-i with the same abilities as the machines used today. Yaris engine is marketed in the United States produces PS@6.000 106 rpm (109 PS version of Indonesia) and torque of 14.2 kgm@4.200 rpm (14.4 kgm Indonesia) which was considered quite competitive.

Further, 4-speed automatic transmission with a new lighter, so fuel consumption is also more economical. As for type L and SE are offered with 5-speed manual transmission. Version of the sport, the diameter of the tire and wheel changed from 15 to 16 so it look more stylish. This variant is only for 5-door model.

In the United States, the Yaris three-door priced starting from U.S. $ 14,115 (Rp120 million) with 5-speed automatic transmission, while the 17 200 SE five-door around Rp146 million dollars for 4-speed automatic transmission, is the most expensive level.

Indonesia

To Asean has been no word when the Yaris 2012 will be introduced and marketed for sure. However, it is quite interesting is the expression of the CEO Auto2000, Jodjana Jody, some time ago. "I am sure, will the Yaris will be number one in Indonesia to beat its competitors today. His appearance is more attractive, "he explained without mention All-New Yaris

Currently, in the compact segment of the medium, the Yaris is still under the shadow of the Honda Jazz. However, the difference is very thin. During 2011, Honda Jazz report on retail sales have reached 11,358 units, while the Yaris 10 675 units.

In this segment pretty much brand with a market share battle is not so great. Medium compact hatchback only gain category share of 10.6 percent for passenger vehicles or 7.4 per cent for all types of vehicles sold in Indonesia during 2011.

Brands that compete in this segment is the Chevrolet Aveo, Daihatsu Sirion, Ford Fiesta, MK2 Geely, Honda Jazz, Hyundai Grand Avega, Hyundai i20, Kia Pride, Mazda2, Nissan Livina 1.5, Nissan X-Gear 1.5, Peugeot 206, Proto Gen2, Proton Neo, Suzuki Swift, Suzuki Sx-4, and the VW Polo.

source: http://otomotif.kompas.com/read/2011/08/19/1127567/Toyota.Perkenalkan.All.New.Yaris.2012

Daimler Hold BYD Electric Car Production in China

To work on the world's largest car market, China, a local car manufacturer that specializes make electric cars, BYD Build Your Dreams or, holding a German luxury car manufacturer, Daimler AG. Both companies agreed to conduct technological cooperation to make electric cars.

The deal was pushed by the United States renowned investor, Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway, which owns 10 percent stake in BYD. Both companies plan to create a new brand.

Daimler president Dieter Zetsche explained the purpose of such cooperation. "We're trying to continue to be the leader in electric car industry. Daimler in electric vehicle design and power of BYD in battery technology and e-drive system is a mix, "he said.

The cooperation aims to make electric cars that are specific to the Chinese market. President and founder of BYD, Wang Chuangfu, saying that "This partnership is a win-win business. Each and every company has competence. We are very pleased to work with Daimler as an automotive inventor," he admitted.

For that, Daimler plans to build electric car technology development center in the State Panda is to determine the design, research, and testing. Currently, Daimler has been marketing the electric car, the Smart ForTwo, and the end of this year off Mercedes Benz A-Class electricity.

The German manufacturer also has a small stake in Tesla Motors from the United States. From Tesla, Daimler obtain supplies electric battery applied in the Smart.

He added that electric cars will be produced along with those suitable for use in the city. The number of metropolitan cities in China is very possible the development of zero-emission car. Therefore, both companies agreed to speed up production of electric cars in the country with the largest population in the world.

source: otomotif.kompas.com

BYD Want to Build Plant in Indonesia Car and Battery

This news could be said too late. Because the escape from the spotlight most of the Indonesian media. Originally only briefly reported by Reuters and cited by the site Autobloggreen weekend.

Reportedly, when Prime Minister Wen Jiabao China's two-day visit to Indonesia, also attended by renowned electric car manufacturers of the country, namely Build Your Dream (BYD), which is partly owned by billionaire Warren Buffett.

Electric car company is reportedly looking for local partners in Indonesia and plans to invest 200 million U.S. dollars to establish manufacturing facilities and a car battery. Added, China's car manufacturers are interested in Indonesia because of industrial and car sales rose sharply and the country with the largest growth in Southeast Asia.

Reportedly also, Gita Wirjawan BYD trying to find business partners in Indonesia. Terrible, BYD intention was directly delivered by Premier Wen Jiabao.

source: otomotif.kompas.com/

Tsunami, the Japanese Car Market Down 51 Percent

TOKYO, RIMANEWS - Japanese car market in April fell to its lowest average monthly sales since 1968 as the impact of natural disasters last March. Throughout the four months yesterday, recorded total sales of 108,824 units, down 51 percent compared to same month in 2010.

Japan Automobile Dealers Association (Japan Automobile Dealers Association), as reported by the Wall Street Journal (02/04/2011) said the decline in sales was not final because it did not count the cars with a capacity of 660cc engine down. Even this figure is lower than the achievement of which was recorded in March fell 37 percent.

Toyota's sales plummeted to 69 per cent to 35,557 units compared to last month. Lexus similar fate, fell 45 percent to just 1656 units. Nissan participate shrank 37 percent to be 17,413 units, while Honda Motor Company was not behind the "drop" 49 percent to 18,923 units. Other brand, Mazda also dropped 39 percent so 6598 units and the Mitsubishi 3515 minus 20 percent that leads the unit.

Natural disasters that occurred last March has damaged the supply chain of automotive industry components not only in Japan but worldwide. About 500 companies that have factories in the north of Japan swept the tsunami resulted in the production car should be disturbed by half capacity. New predicted recovery occurs around late November or December 2011. (Yus / KCM)

Avanza-Xenia

Avanza-Xenia, PT Indomobil Suzuki Motor targeting multipurpose passenger vehicle market (MPV), a low grade which is still dikuasia Toyota Avanza and Daihatsu Xenia.

In 2010, Suzuki plans to bring in cars from one country MPV Suzuki manufacturer, Hungary or India.

According to Terada, Suzuki will also use its superior engine in that car. When not using the machine K14B, K12B Suzuki will stick. Steps to take low-MPV market, Terada said, in order to keep pace with sales when compared to car manufacturers in Indonesia. Suzuki Indonesia currently rely on sales of Suzuki APV, Karimun Estilo, and the Suzuki Swift and Suzuki Aerio.

Rank Suzuki sales dropped steadily since last year. Suzuki Sales only about 2,800 units per month.

Crossover "the Audi Q3

Audi AG will bring crossover Q3 in Shanghai Motor Show later this month. Of course there are the curious, like what his form? Incidentally, a manufacturer based in Ingolstadt, Germany, was leaked, though in the form of sketches via the Internet.

Audi Q3 positioned to tackle other rivals in the same segment, such as the BMW X1 and the Range Rover Evoque. It looks more robust and smaller dimensions of the Audi Q5.

Design grill, headlights, and bumper not much different with "his brother" (Audi Q5). From the news that blew, Audi will equip the car with several engine variants, including 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine turbo-powered TFSI 200 HP, 3.0 liter diesel engine, and engine supercharger 3.0 liter V6 gasoline-powered 333 HP.

Q3 production will be done by the parent company, Volkswagen AG, Martorell factory near Barcelona, Spain. The opening of this plant will absorb at least 700 new employees and, reportedly, VW is also preparing another new brand, Seat, to accompany the Audi.

China was chosen as the location of first appearance for Q3 because it is the most important markets for Audi today. During the first quarter of this year, sales in China and Hong Kong recorded 64,122 units or an increase of 24.5 percent over the same period last year.

"Continuing our record last year, in the first quarter of 2011, we managed to achieve positive growth in China. This year, we are targeting sales of at least 280,000 units," said Peter Schwarzenbauer, Director of Marketing and Sales of Audi AG.

source: kompas.com

Hyundai and Kia Hybrid Set

Hyundai and Kia Hybrid Set, Hyundai Motor Co., the fifth largest automobile manufacturer in the world, working together with Kia Motors Corp. plans to produce the Sonata sedan version of the plug-in hybrid in bulk in 2013.

Hyundai has completed the development of plug-in hybrid cars and have tested purnarupa, according to South Korean newspaper reported, Chosun Ilbo quoted as saying by Reuters earlier this week.

Hyundai spokesman said the company plans to spend an electric model in 2013 but he did not specify the model to be released.

Vehicle-tech plug-in hybrid can recharge the battery using ordinary electricity, unlike conventional hybrid cars that will recharge the battery only when the driver hit the brakes.

Hyundai and Kia known to slow in the race electric cars because they focus on fuel-efficient cars.

General Motors Co. previously has introduced a hybrid Volt, while Toyota plans to launch a similar car in 2011 and Honda in 2012.

Hyundai plans to launch hybrid Sonata sedan in South Korea in May, while the Kia Optima Hybrid will be issued in the same month.

"There are some obstacles to issue a pure electric car for short distances and lack of recharging facilities,"the Hyundai official statement quoted by Chosun Ilbo.

source: otomotif.antaranews.com

BMW X3 Launch Two Variants

BMW X3 Launch Two Variants, two new parian add a collection of BMW car, BMW X3 xDrive35i and the BMW X3 xDrive20d.

BMW X3 xDrive35i engined six-cylinder petrol and diesel-engined BMW X3 xDrive20d four-cylinder that also offers fuel consumption quite economical.

"The new BMW X3 will further provide a high level of comfort with a roomy cabin space and design are impressive," said Ramesh Divyanathan, President of BMW Indonesia.

fictur source: dapurpacu
BMW X3 comes with a new body design and an elegant urban style, the front of the sloping rear combined with high creating a dynamic form while strengthening the character of Sports Activity Vehicle.

"Compared with its predecessor, the BMW X3 brings the latest ride comfort and interior space is better. The dimensions of this car even greater, are in the middle between the BMW X5 and BMW X1 compact model," he said.

The car was able to travel a distance of 11.4 kilometers with l liter of fuel, with CO2 emissions of just 204 g / km.

BMW X3 xDrive20d a fourth diesel introduced in Indonesia after 20d sDrive BMW X1, X5 xDrive30d, and the latest BMW 520d. Mengincak enough brakes until the driver stopped the car and keep pressing the brake pedal for a while (about 1 second) until the engine automatically switches off.

BMW X3 xDrive35i sold at Rp1, 028 billion, and the BMW X3 xDrive20d to Rp828 million sold business class and executive class sold for Rp898 million....

New Daihatsu 2011

Daihatsu Motor Company is preparing a new model in Japan claimed the most economical with fuel consumption of 30 km per liter. This car will be priced 800,000 yen or USD $ 86 million and was developed from the Concept e: S is never shown on IIMS lalu.Daihatsu year plans to launch this model next summer, around August 2011. This new product will compete with hybrid tech car with economical fuel consumption of Japan.

Daihatsu plans put forward by Kousuke Shiramizu, one of the directors of Daihatsu Motor, in a speech in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, and reported by the Nikkei, today.

Until this news was issued, there has been no official comment from the Daihatsu is launching a new product still in the same schedule or be delayed due to earthquake and tsunami. The reason, Daihatsu became one of the producers who suffered production disruptions due to a discontinued component supply chain.

source:koranbaru

2011 Chrysler 200 Touring base price

2011 Chrysler 200 Touring base price, $21,245. As tested, $22,680.
Cold weather group, $385; Media Center 430 CD/DVD/HDD, $300; Destination, $750.

Two Products Win Two Degree Best Volkswagen

Two Products Win Two Degree Best Volkswagen, Volkswagen, German car manufacturer won two awards in the Target Car Best Buys Awards 2011. New Golf TSI was named Best Buys for "Hatchback" and the Touran for the category of "Luxury MPV Medium."

"The presence of new Golf TSI is a form of commitment of PT Garuda Mataram Motor, as the sole agent of Marks (ATPM) Volkswagen in Indonesia, to meet the needs of automotive customers will be the vehicle a sporty, stylish and friendly environment," wrote VW in his official statement.

VW claims that the combination of performance, efficiency and environmentally friendly, is the description of TSI technology which was adapted by the new Golf TSI. TSI engine that carried Golf TSI is able to produce power output to 160 PS and 240 Nm of torque with only 1400 cc engine combined with a turbocharger and supercharger (twincharger), resulting in best-in-class performance and low fuel consumption.

Family Sports Car Touran is the first that was launched by PT Garuda Mataram Motor and Volkswagen assembly is the result of the first in Indonesia. Touran 1.4 TSI engines brought, capable of producing power of 140 hp at 5600 rpm with a torque of 220 Nm at 1500 rpm.

The highest speed that can be produced is 198 km / hour. Acceleration 0-100 km is achieved in 9.7 seconds. Fuel consumption is 1 liter to a distance of 14 km.

Touran as if designed to meet the needs of consumers in all activities. Views Touran exterior design combines a sporty character, dynamic and stylish, making the Touran suitable for driving during the holidays with family, doing shopping or exercising.

To show Target Car Best Buy Award 2011, the magazine analyzes the Target Car cars sold in Indonesia and organize them into 23 categories / classes.

In each class selected three finalists car, so if In total there are 69 cars are eligible to be finalists. Furthermore, the three finalists in each class, pitted again using standardized vehicle testing of Autocar magazine's famous precision to get one the best car in its class.

source : okezone

Honda Jazz Four Successive Years Best

Honda Jazz Four Successive Years Best

Since its emergence into the market 2004 ago, immediately became the backbone of Jazz Honda sales in Indonesia. Greatness is in line with the achievement of four consecutive years (2008 to 2011), Jazz received Top Brand Award in the category City Car.

Top Brand is the highest award in the field of trademark, which is only given to brands that managed to reach the top in three categories, namely mind share or position a brand in the minds of consumers, market share or brand position based on usage by consumers, and the commitment share the position brand based on consumer desires to use them again in the future.

Jonfis Fandy, Director of Marketing and Sales Service of PT Honda Prospect Motor, said the key Jazz dominate the market by increasing awareness and brand image in the eyes of consumers. Among others, by organizing racing Honda Challenge and GT Speed ​​Car in Sentul, Jazz Tuning Contest modifications race and endurance race.

"Honda Jazz has entered two generations with continued high sales. We believe, this is also due to the Honda Jazz be able to provide more value as a modern and dynamic vehicle so captivate the hearts of young people in Indonesia," commented Jonfis in an official statement received by Compass . com, today.

New news, Jazz will have a facelift this year as it has been marketed in Japan mid-2010 in Japan. In Indonesia, probably the second quarter (April-June) was introduced. We look forward to it!

Australia launched a facelift Honda Jazz

Australia launched a facelift Honda Jazz which had an increase in the safety sector, specifications and appearance, today (1 / 4). Even this hatchback vehicle has pocketed five stars for a given ANCAP safety factor.

Now, the new Jazz has six air bags - two of them in front and side - stability control and seat belts in the rear. Still on the interior, there's USB features and hands free bluetooth for mobile phones, and on the instrument panel is multi-function trip.

Who's on the exterior, LED taillights, grille lattice models like the model type R. Then, front and rear bumpers sport-style, side diksaih side skirts, fog lamps and use the tire size of 15 inches for variant VTI. For VTI-S variant, in addition to the above, plus a rear spoiler and 16-inch tires (still with wheels 15)

Honda says this design change as a refresher. But, still the same specification of engine, ie 1.3 Liter and 1.5 Liter. Likewise with manual and automatic transmission.

Attended the launch of the Ford Ranger 300 ASEAN Journalists

Attended the launch of the Ford Ranger 300 ASEAN Journalists
The day before the event Bangkok International Motor Show 2011 opened on this day, Ford launched

a new flagship on pickup or flatbed segment (Ford calls it small truck), which is All-New Ranger. The launch took place at Hotel Shangri-La on the edge of the Chao Phraya River, Bangkok. As a global product, Ford invited journalists from various countries in ASEAN to witness the launch of this double cabin cars.

According to MacCarthy as PR Neal Ford Asia Pacific and Africa when found Kompas.com night before the launch, the number of journalists who were invited to cover this event reached 300 people. From Indonesia, Ford Motor Indonesia to invite 20 reporters from various media, including Kompas.com. Indonesian journalists were invited to see the launch of the inaugural All-New Ranger to the public on Press Day Thailand Bangkok International Motor Show, today.

From Ford Motor Company, launching directly led by the Group Vice President and President of Ford Motor Asia Pacific and Africa (APA), Joe Hinrichs, Ford's president of ASEAN Peter Fleet, Head of Design of All-New Ford Ranger Craig Metros, and Team Leader for the Global Compact Pickups Division Gary Boes. Indonesian journalist was also given the opportunity to directly interview about the new product with the fourth head of Ford's Ford earlier.

Meanwhile, Joe Hinrichs when asked about Ford's plans in Indonesia just confess, Indonesia is very potential market in the future. "Even the growth in car sales in Indonesia last year is bigger than Thailand. I've discussed this with the Ford headquarters in Dearborn. However, we must learn first what we will do later in Indonesia. But I believe, the Indonesian market will be even of Thailand, "he said.

source: otomotif.kompas.com

2011 New Nissan

2011 New Nissan, Manager of PT Nissan Motor Indonesia said that Nissan's new products will be preceded by three variants of the Infiniti - Infiniti FX50 (crossover), Infiniti G37 Coupe (sport sedan), and the Infiniti M (sedan). The numbers behind these shows that carried the engine capacity. FX50 5.0-liter engine while the G47 and M is supplied with a capacity of 3.7 liter engine.

"All three models will likely was launched in late February or early March that coincided with the opening of the showroom in the area of ​​Pondok Indah, South Jakarta," said Dinne when contacted Tuesday (4 / 1) yesterday.

After that NMI will launch the Multi Purpose Vehicle (MPV) bongsor bodied, New Nissan Elgrand Hihgway Star, around April. This Elgrand already been introduced on a limited basis last October. When introductions Takayuki Kimura, the president director of PT NMI, said the company promised it would membanderol Elgrand below Rp 900 million.

This figure is quite tempting considering the technology, features, and a 3.5-liter normally berbanderol pinned above USD 1 billion including the rulers of this segment of the Toyota Alphard.

Meanwhile, in May, a turn that brought Juke Nissan Crossover. Juke himself has shown NMI on the mat Indonesia International Motor Show 2010 in July last year. Especially for Juke will have a choice of engines, petrol and diesel. With engine capacity of 1.6 liter four-cylinder-powered 107 hp or engine-powered 1.8-liter four-cylinder 122 hp. The price is likely to exist under the USD 300 million.

"These models are new for the first semester, for the second half later," said Dinne.

The introduction of new models is expected to be able to boost sales of Nissan. During the year 2010, Nissan Indonesia create a new sales record of 37,542 units. Achievements in 2010, up 16,102 units compared to sales in 2009 and then recorded 21,440 units