Honda Stream RSZ Now in Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur, 4 November 2009 – Honda Malaysia Sdn Bhd today unveiled its face-lifted Stream RSZ, a sporty multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) with some practical exterior refinements, as well as some aesthetic finishing in the interior.

The Honda Stream RSZ is well accepted amongst Malaysian buyers, known for its performance and drivability, versatility as well as dynamic exterior design. Built for families, styled for singles, is the Honda product message, and gives a new meaning to MPV ownership.

Since its official launch in November 2007, Honda Malaysia has sold more than 2,000 units of the 2nd Generation Stream, of which 352 units were Stream RSZ.

Equipped with a 1.8 i-VTEC engine with Drive-by-Wire (DBW) and a 5-speed automatic transmission (5AT), the new Stream RSZ provides powerful and smooth driving performance, with responsive acceleration and low fuel consumption.

Speaking at the launch, Mr. Toru Takahashi, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Honda Malaysia remarked that: “Contrary to public perception, the 7-seater is not only made for families who desire the extra space and practicality. The sporty curves, the superb driving performance are meant to define singles, whose outward sporty character is their second nature.”

“Stylised with a string of bold and dynamic designs on the body, the refined 7-seater now presents a fresh façade that is sporty, bold, and energetic,” he added.

New to the Stream is Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), offering added safety for the new Stream. Drivers are now able to drive more confidently in any weather condition.

On the exterior, the new Stream RSZ sports a new honey comb front grille (with chrome floating garnish), a newly designed bumper and side skirts, thus presenting a bolder and more dynamic appearance.
At the rear, there is a diffuser and a tailgate spoiler, giving the vehicle improved aesthetics, and claimed improvement in overall aerodynamics. With a new 17-inch alloy wheel design, the sporty look is now more edgy and energetic than before.

The taillight design with black garnish is added to improve visibility for motorists following behind. The side mirrors come with turn lights and new fog lamps have been added to improve the car’s illumination, especially during night driving.

In the interior, the refinements incorporated include a leather gear knob, a leather steering wheel with audio control, as well as sporty alloy foot pedals. The leather gear knob and steering wheel are with red stitching. The strokes of red added across the entire instrument panel, cup holders, and upholstery in the interior, give a distinctive racing feel to the interior. For the sporty types, there are shift paddles located behind the steering wheel.

The new Stream RSZ comes with 4 trendy shades: Premium White Pearl, Crystal Black Pearl, Polished Metal Metallic and New Passion Red Pearl, and the published retail price is RM158, 980 on- the- road with insurance.

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Honda Fit: consumer reviews | manufacturer’s link

What’s in a name? For the Honda Fit, everything. When it was introduced to the US in 2006, sales figures surprised even Honda and the 2009 redesign continues that winning streak. The Fit is the right size and stands out from the crowd with exceptionally flexible packaging and efficiency. The styling has grown from cute to modern and the powertrain has been tweaked to improve real world performance. The handling is spry and inviting and fuel economy is on par with competitors. Perhaps the most endearing quality of the Fit is that in this urban runabout class, it makes sense for everyone. It is truly one of those rare classless cars that simply fits.

Differentiating characteristics: flexible interior space, sharp handling, attractively modern styling

Mazda 3: consumer reviews | manufacturer’s link

For those of you who have been pinching every penny in the desperate quest to own a BMW 3-series, a word of advice; save your money and get a Mazda 3 instead. The redesigned for 2010 Mazda 3 takes quality, performance, practicality and affordability to an entirely new level, making it the rennaisance car for the coming decade. There is simply no other car that we’ve tested which offers more luxurious features, driving performance and fuel-efficiency for under $26,000. And in a time when frugality has suddenly become vogue, the Mazda 3 is attracting would-be BMW buyers. The Mazda 3 remains the defending and undisputed value champion of automotive world.

Differentiating characteristics: Expressive exterior style, quality of interior, excellent performance, smooth and quiet engines, luxury features in an economy car

Honda Odyssey: consumer reviews | manufacturer’s link

While not the market leaders they once were, minivans continue to sell in significant numbers. Weathering the crossover/SUV trend, they continue to trade on their flexibility and voluminous interior space. If you want to take the whole family and their stuff to a distant someplace, a minivan remains the smartest choice. The industry spin on the formula to keep the concept fresh is sensible luxury features for all occupants and no manufacturer has pinned down this formula the way Honda has with the Odyssey.

While there are no significant changes for the 2010 model year, not much needed changing. The Odyssey is incredibly roomy, agile without compromising ride and runs a smooth drivetrain with plenty of power. While it may not have some of the rear seating tricks of its competitors, it’s a Honda and that means that it’s well built and efficient. The price point is competitive and even though it in the sunset of its model cycle, the styling remains simple and fresh.

Differentiating characteristics: solid engineering and features, build quality, space

Chrysler Town &Country: consumer reviews | manufacturer’s link

Now almost 20 years old, the Chrysler Town & Country continues to offer a huge helping of practicality, sprinkled with a nice dash of luxury. Although perhaps a bit behind the competition in terms of performance and handling, the Town & Country excels at what a minivan should do best: hauling a family and all their gear around in style. For 2009 the Town and Country features standard Swivel ‘n Go seating, which allows the 2nd row chairs to swivel 180 degrees to face the 3rd row, as well as numerous entertainment options, including a three-zone video system that allows each row to watch or listen to a different entertainment source.

Differentiating characteristics: flexible seating arrangements, innovative features, such as satellite TV, quiet ride, six-speed automatic with optional V-6 engines

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2012 Ampera Opel Electric Concept Car

2012 Ampera Opel Electric Concept Car

The Opel Ampera electric car promises 500km (~300 miles) reach. For trips up to 60 km, the five-door, four-seat hatchback runs on electricity stored in the 16 kWh, lithium-ion battery, and emits zero CO2. When the battery’s energy is depleted, electricity from an on-board engine-generator extends the Ampera’s range to more than 500 km The Ampera looks cooler than the Chevy Volt, but then again the Volt looked also amazing as a concept and was then toned down quite a bit.

The five-door, four-seat Ampera uses a design language which incorporates several styling cues from the Flextreme and GTC Concept show cars.

The Ampera’s wheels are turned electrically at all times and speeds. The Ampera can be plugged into any household 230v outlet for charging. GM Europe is analyzing the requirements of a recharging infrastructure for plug-in electric cars with energy companies, including Iberdrola of Spain.

GM plans to put the Ampera into production in late 2011, offering it also with right-hand drive in the UK by Opel’s sister-brand, Vauxhall.

The revolutionary Opel Ampera will be the first emission-free, electrically driven automobile in Europe suitable for everyday driving.

"Driving electrically is not only about ecology," said global vehicle line executive and chief engineer, Frank Weber. "Driving electrically is also great fun. Instantaneous, silent torque of 370 Newton meters under your right foot feels like flying!"

The Ampera’s exterior design takes up cues from the Opel Flextreme and GTC Concept show cars. For example, it features dramatic, boomerang-like headlights that seamlessly integrate with the lower fog lights.

Opel Ampera ConceptThe car has a dynamic, almost aggressive low stance seen most prominently in the front and tail. The new, bold Opel logo emblazes the front grill and the chrome bar across the back.

Vertical slots in the outboard edges of the rear bumper not only give the car a low sporty look but also play a key role in creating a clean separation feature for the air, supporting the highly efficient aerodynamic performance.

GM engineers and designers worked together to optimize the air flow around the front fascia and outside mirrors of the Ampera. Significant attention was also given to the rear with a specifically designed spoiler and clean separation features.

2012 Ampera Opel Electric Concept Car

Lightweight materials were added in the form of clear polycarbonate covers to the front grille and disk inserts on the 17-inch, five-spoke sport alloy wheels. These helped to reduce aerodynamic drag in critical airflow areas.

The interior features a Jet Black interior combined with Spice Red accents and Dark Argent Metallic paint on the instrument panel’s center stack for a sporty look. The doors’ décor picks up on the car’s electric nature through the use of iconic themes.

With an integrated shifter, two information displays and touch-sensitive infotainment center, the Ampera delivers an all-electrical user experience. The storage capacity is 301 liters.

“On the Ampera we’ve continued to challenge the norm and have searched for new and exciting color and material combinations. To support the car’s innovative character we’ve worked with experimental trims and paints that you will see more of in future Opel models” said John Puskar, Director, Interior Design for GM Europe.

Opel estimates that an electrically driven kilometer in the Opel Ampera will cost about one-fifth compared to a conventional gasoline vehicle, at current fuel prices.

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Batman Motor- BAT Pod

You May think That the Batman motor was made from special materials that finished millions dollar. Bat Pod the motor that was driven by Batman Motor in the 'Dark Knight' film evidently was made from available junk things in the house garage the director. To make dummy Bat Pod the director

Chris Nolan was accompanied designer Nathan Crowley only gathered things that were not used in his house garage and united him. The two of them then did not know how that was true to make an appropriate motor be driven. Although having several things that must be bought, Chris only bought him in the material shop the house. So creative him, the director was not shy to steal the tyre that was installed in BatMobile to be installed to this motor. it is from popularmechanic.com after dummy him succeeded in being and resembling a motor, various hindrances then emerged. One of them, how made this motor could the road and could be steered. The Batman costume that outflanked then became the other hindrance. However owing to the hard work of the team,  here are photos of BAt Pot

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Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren specs
Top Speed: 207 mph / 334 km/h
0-60 mph: 3.6 seconds
0-100 mph: 7.6 seconds
0 - 1/4 Mile: 11.6 sec.
Engine: V8 5.5 liter 626 bhp @ 6500 rpm
A blast from the past and a taste of the future, this might just be a good description of the latest sports car that came out from a collaboration of Mercedes-Benz and McLaren, two big giants in the car manufacturing industry. We're talking about the 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. This sports car combines the old yet astounding SLR race cars of the 50s and the latest and meanest technology of high-performance supercars. With the power of race cars and the sleek, curves and designs of a luxury car, the combination from the two car manufacturers is hard to beat.

This supercar is definitely fast. SLR McLaren sports a 626-horsepower supercharged 5.5-liter V8. Also, it has a full carbon-fiber monocoque, features crash structures and body panels. And with the supercharge V8 engine, you can see the 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren go from naught to 60 miles per hour in less than 3.6 seconds. Top speed has been measured to exceed 200 mph, a feat that can only be achieved by very few even among the high performance sports cars. It was the high-performance division of Mercedes-Benz which created the V8s. The AMG were the ones who hand-build the supercharged V8 engines with top notched precision and quality. It is not at a big surprise to see the supercharged 5.5 (5439 cc) liter dry sumped 90 degree V8 engine to produce around 466.8 kW at 6500 rpm (626 hp) and 780 N·m (575 ft·lbf) torque at 3250 - 5000 rpm. The numbers maybe daunting but the sound of the engine will appease the minds of those who long for the perfect high performance cars.

Mounting that V8 engine into the body of SLR exotic car is also not as traditional as one would like to expect. The engine in SLR sports car is placed in a front mid-engine position just behind the front wheels. Instead of using the traditional oil-pan, dry-sump lubricants are used. With this innovation, it is highly possible to mount the engine to a level that used to be unachievable. Because of the low position of the engine in the supercar's body, the results are more than one hoped. The new Mercedez-Benz SLR McLaren race car has better aerodynamics and better handling due to the lower center of gravity.

Not only does the mean features of the sports car that attracts attention but how the two car companies were able to fuse their own traditions and expertise into a single exotic car. For one, McLaren's expertise in Formula 1 has been imbibed wholly by the SLR's design. The composition of carbon fiber material that was used in the body of the new SLR sports car is so Formula 1. Because of this body, the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has become more rigid and surprisingly strong.

But not to be outdone, counterpart Mercedes-Benz has also put a few tricks of its own. The German car maker added features that are deemed essential to the most important part of the vehicle: the passengers. Due to backgrounds in mostly luxury cars, Mercedes-Benz has ensured maximum occupant protection and safety. To my knowledge, the SLR is the only car so far that utilizes front crash structure made entirely of carbon fiber. The importance of this carbon fiber design can only be appreciated in actual crash test simulations. What the front carbon fiber crash structure does is it absorbs crash energy, four - five times more energy than ordinary steel structures actually, during a severe frontal collision. This protects the passengers during such accidents four times more than traditional steel structures found in other sports cars and supercars.

The SLR also has a five speed automatic transmission. There are modes, the Sport, Comfort and Manual which basically covers every known driving style. Sport is for everyday use, Comfort for bumpy or slippery roads, and Manual gives you control over the gears either through the touchpad or the levers on the steering wheel. When you use Manual, you open up three more modes, namely Sport, Supersport and Race. Speed increased significantly as you go up shifts.

Other notable features in this sports car include the high-performance technologies of ceramic brakes. The SLR uses ceramic reinforced with fiber on its brake pads. This technology allows this exotic car to have astonishing stopping power, and extraordinary high resistance to heat, exceptionally strong structure and long service life for the brakes.

With all these features it is not surprising that the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is classified as a sports car and a supercar. Remember to get this right, though, the "SLR" does not stand for "Sportlich, Leicht, Rennsport" which is German for "Sport; Light; Racing" as most people think. Its real meaning is "super-leicht, Rennsport" which means "super-light, racing." The sports car is being sold with a base price of €443,066 £300,000 or $450,000.
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