"Hybrid" Unik from Russia

There are several manufacturers that could be considered new or lesser-known present at the Frankfurt Motor Show. But, they bring unique or interesting products, such as those exhibited by Yo-Auto Hybrid Crossover Concept.

Yo-Crossover is a model all-wheel-drive hybrid that partially uses power from the battery and the engine has two intake types of fuel, namely gas and gasoline. Not only that, in general, charging the battery on a hybrid derived from the engine during deceleration or braking, but for this particular case the battery charging process occurs when driving a low speed and stationary.

Manufacturers of Russian origin of this claim, if the two fuel tanks filled, cruising power can reach 696 miles or equal to the distance from Jakarta to Surabaya. While the maximum speed reached 128 km per hour.

The plant will be the headquarters of the production is still under construction and took place on the outskirts of St. Petersberg, Russia. The plan, environmentally friendly concept car will be sold in 2013.
Sources: Autocar

Cheap Car Russia, at the Bottom of Rp 100 million

Cheap Car Russia, at the Bottom of Rp 100 million Yo-Auto, car manufacturers from Russia will launch a cheap car called people's car (people's cars) at a price below U.S. $ 10,000 or about USD 91 million.

Appearance of the Russian people's car (see photo) with the concept of "city car" is quite modern and trendy, includes 4 passengers. The features offered are complete for a city car, such as touch screen control panel, navigation system and rear camera (optional).

There has been no clear information about machine specifications. Just described, will offer two options as a first step, namely gasoline and CNG (CNG). Did not rule Yo-Auto will present a hybrid version, if indeed the future of this people's car market very well received. For propulsion engines available 2 options, 2WD and AWD.

Currently Yo-Auto factory with a capacity of 45,000 units per year and will increase production in line with the construction of both plants. Also rumored, will be introduced a hybrid version in December 2012.

All New Honda Freed So "6-Passenger"

Honda Freed is classified as a 7-passenger MPV now comes with new 6-passenger design. Honda Motor Company Limited (HMC) launched today (27/10), with four variants as well, ie All-New Freed and Freed Spike conventional engine and Freed Freed Spike Hibirda Hybrids and green tech.

To All New Freed, the changes appear on the grille that looks like a new Jazz with a garnish chrome frame combined headlight cover dark chromated. Airscoop also more dynamic with two holes behind the number plate holder and make the form more character bumper. Form of the door handle is also updated.

Smaller dimensions due to the high of 1715 mm smaller than the previous model 1735 mm. So also with the width, shrinking from 0.005 mm 1700 mm long, while still the same length, 4215 mm.

The fall in the composition of the seats of 2 +2 +2 +2 +3 into 2 to increase the relief room, especially passenger third row seat. Thus, three-point automatic seatbelts for all passengers to be standard equipment. However, Honda still providing the option with an additional 7-passenger middle seat in the second row, not three as at present.

For security systems, all Freed are also equipped with Vehicle Stability Assist system (VSA) which ensures a more stable vehicle driving and plus hill start assist. Freed also adheres to all front-wheel drive system and equipped with CVT transmission.

Freed Spike Hybrids

In Freed and Freed Spike hybrid Hybrid, Honda combines a 1.5 liter engine with i-VITEC compact electric motor, dubbed Integrated Motor Assist (IMA). This system produces fuel consumption from 21.6 to 24 km per liter. The car also uses eco assists the reference how to drive to get high fuel efficiency. Windshield of the two models are technologically sound-insulating glass that can absorb sound from the outside so it is more quiet in the cabin.

The second difference is in the hybrid model is a more futuristic body design. Spike-like look of the car "robot" with a thick accent box. His grill and headlights similar to the Accord more boxes than the standard Freed melancip on both sides. Airscoop wide square lattice at both ends of the bumper looks more character. However, in terms of features, is no different Freed Freed Hybrids.

For the price, there has been no official statement from Honda, but predictable over 2 million yen or USD 233.5 million per unit!

Sources:
world.honda.com

New Yaris Present Mid-2012

New Yaris Present Mid-2012, In Japan, Toyota Yaris or third-generation Vitz has been marketed since December last year. While in Indonesia, leaks of PT Toyota Astra Motor (TAM), Toyota car manufacturers in Indonesia, when confirmed signal 2012. "We're still studying it, the possibility can enter the first half of next year," said Rahmat Samulo, Head of Sales Division to Kompas.com TAM, recently.

When mentioned about the price, "can not talk now," said Samulo. Although late, the launch of the Yaris "facelift" stay logged in TAM program because competitors have launched the new Honda Jazz in the second quarter of 2011.

Vitz is marketed in Japan with the design of new front and rear lights, including bumpers and body curvature. Then, its dimensions, especially for long 3750 mm on the previous model, now becomes 3.885mm. Turning radius (turn) is smaller than 3.7 meters to 4.5 meters.

This hatchback in Japan equipped with three engine choices, starting from 1,000 cc, 1,300 cc and 1,500 cc, all of whom claimed fuel economy because the system equipped with idling stop & start.

source: http://otomotif.kompas.com/read/2011/07/04/11591715/New.Yaris.Hadir.Pertengahan.2012

New Pajero Sport Dakar

New Pajero Sport Dakar, Create Dakar Sport SUV enthusiasts can see up close the product until Sunday (8 / 5) in Plaza Senayan (PS). According to Jerry Arman and Leni from KTB PR, out of the PS, Dakar Sport will be on display at Senayan City, from 9 to May 15. For the stock Sport Dakar, more Muslims, Jakarta quota of 100 units divided by four dealers

"The new variant Dakar Pajero Sport is also to complement the existing variants, as well as to maintain its position as market leader in the medium SUV class diesel"said Rizwan Alamsjah, executive marketing director of PT KTB.

The new Pajero Sport comes in two types, namely Dakar Pajero Sport 4x4 AT Hi-Power and 4x2 AT - Hi - Power.

Tech engine Variable Geometry Turbo (VGT) is officially used by the Dakar Sport Pajero DI-D HI-Power. Sunroof, equipped with an audio power amplifier and the tweeter, logos DI-D Hi-Power and black leather seats will only be found in Dakar 4x2 variant AT Hi-Power.

"Dakar Pajero Sport 4x2 A / T Hi-Power is an additional variant specifically for consumers who want greater performance