New BMW X1 To Be Launched In January 2011 - Technical Specifications, Features, Price

BMW, the famous German Automobile manufacturer has scheduled to launch its new SUV BMW X1 in India early in January 2011. The new compact BMW X1 is even smaller than BMW's X3.
According to BMW the new X1 will be the cheapest model in its category in India. BMW X1 is powered by a 2.0 litre turbo diesel engine which delivers a maximum power of 177BHP and maximum torque of 350Nm.



Initially, BMW plans to introduce only Rear Wheel Drive models in India. This along with the lower price makes new X1 much more competitive against other SUVs in the same segment like Audi, Mitsubishi, Toyota etc.
BMW X1 will be available in two variants - Highline and Corporate Edition. The price of new X1 is expected to be around 27 Lakhs.

BMW X1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE	1995cc, 2.0 litre turbo-diesel engine
MAX. POWER	177 BHP @ 4000 RPM
MAX. TORQUE	350Nm @ 1750 RPM
CYLINDERS	4
SUSPENSION	Front : Aluminium double-joint tie axle Rear : Double-wishbone five-link axle with trailing arm
BRAKES	Front : 312 mm Disc Rear : 300 mm Disc
TYRES	225/50 R17
WHEELS	7.5 J x 17 Steel
HP/LITER	88.7 BHP/Liter
HP TO WEIGHT RATIO	18.3 LB/HP
COMPRESSION RATIO	16.5:1
FUEL	Diesel
GEAR TRANSMISSION	6 - Speed, Manual
SEATING CAPACITY	5
L x W x H	4454 x 1798 x 1545 (mm)
WHEELBASE	2760 mm
WEIGHT	1470.093 kg
STEERING	Rack and Pinion with Power Assist
TURNING RADIUS	11.3 m
TOP SPEED	200 km/h
PRICE	23-26 Lakh

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Ford C-MAX (2012) Details And Stills

Famous American automobile manufacturer Ford plans to introduce their new MUV Ford C-MAX by the middle of January 2011. New Ford C-MAX, a compact 7-passenger vehicle based on the Focus is expected to make its North American debut at the '2011 North American International Auto Show, Detroit'.

Ford C-MAx has got a 1.6ltr Ecoboost engine,turbocharged direct injection four-cylinder gasoline unit. The particular gasoline unit provide the output of much larger conventional engines with better fuel economy. The vehicle is as long as Focus sedan 2012 with 5+2 seats.In C-MAX, the standard engine will be normally aspired 2.5ltr four cylinder engine. Both engines will come with a standard 6-speed auto transmission. The ford new C-MAX has got new options like hands free power lift gate activated by running leg under the bumper and active park assist which automatically steers the vehicle into a parallel parking space. It has got slidind rear doors like mazda 5.

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Tips To Be Kept In Mind For Safe Driving - Drive Safe, Stay Alive

Driving Safely is something that everyone agrees all should do. Here are some tips to improve your driving so that you can drive safely and save your life as well as that of others:

• Wear your seat belts always even if the journey is short. Make sure all other passengers in the vehicle or at least the passengers in the front seat wears them. Wearing the seat belts is safe upto some extent in case of sudden braking unless you are at over-speed.
• Don't hesitate slowing down your vehicle whenever necessary. Don't wait upto the last moment and apply sudden brakes. Let your mind control your body.
  
• Adjust the head rest of your seat such that the top of the head rest is above or in level with the top of your head.
• Avoid allowing passengers more than the capacity of the vehicle. ie, avoid overloading the vehicle.
• Always stay under the speed limits. The allowed maximum speed in India for cars is 70km/hr and for bikes is 50km/hr.
• Don't ever try to jump a red signal and always slow down your vehicle when you see a yellow signal. Don't try to speed up your vehicle and try to pass the signal before it turns red.
• Always make sure that your windshield is clean and free of dust and fingerprints.
• Always use the turn indicator lamps when taking turns. Check your mirrors to ensure that no vehicles are at the back of your vehicle before turning.
• Don't drive like you own the road; drive like you own the car.
• Always avoid playing loud music in the car. You might miss hearing a horn or a siren.

• Always make sure that your car has enough fuel in it. Try and refill when your gauge reaches the quarter tank mark.

• Don't drive when you are drunk. Also avoid driving with someone who is drunk.
• Always ensure that all other vital fluids(eg. brake fluids, engine oil....) of your car are topped up.
• Don't mess up with the music system or any other switches while you are driving unless it is absolutely necessary.
• Be on the lookout for motorcycles while changing lanes. Don't forget to check the blind spots.
• Always engage the handbrake when the car is idle even at traffic signals to avoid moving on slopes. Remember to release the handbrake before moving the car.
• Make sure that your tyres are in good shape and properly inflated. Overinflated and underinflated tyres reduce the tread contact with the road.
• Don't use mobile phones while driving your vehicle. Slow down your car and park it to road side if any urgent calls are to be done or attended.

Keep the following things in mind while overtaking:

• Don't overtake if the lane partition line is a solid white line.
• Don't overtake if you are uncertain about enough time or space.
• Don't overtake on a curve or over a crest.
• Don't overtake as a convoy; always let the other person overtake before changing your lane.
• Overtake only if there is a dotted line.
• Overtake only if the overtaking lane is completely clear.
• Overtake only if you have enough space and time to pass safely.
• Always use indicators and headlamps while overtaking.

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Nissan Sunny (2012) Details with Pics

On 20th December of last year, just 2 weeks back, Nissan Sunny has been unveiled at the China International Automobile Exhibition, and the restyled global sedan is scheduled to go on sale across the Chinese market starting from this month middle. The car resembles the Maxima, especially at the rear, the 2012 Nissan Sunny comes with refreshed features like new headlamps and taillights, new bumpers, a new interior and new body color choices. The new 2012 Nissan Sunny, small sedan go on sale first in China in the first months 2011 and then gradually, over 170 countries around the world under different names of the vehicle.

A map-class leader in fuel consumption, is the all new Nissan Sunny is expected that young families in the 30s, look for medium sedan, which combines the dynamic high-end space, quality and, with the Sun and appeal of the Nissan brand. The combination of proven 1.5-liter 4-cylinder Nissan Motor HR15DE with two injectors and a new generation Xtronic CVT with additional machines, which are both new to China, Nissan Sunny offers ease of use for city driving, where frequent acceleration and delays, and reduce environmental impact as a leader the projected fuel economy class. MacPherson strut front and torsion beam rear suspension that is used for, if for sporty and agile driving at low speeds and continuous and stable handling at higher speeds. New Nissan Sunny at Huadu plant of Dongfeng Nissan, Guangzhou will be made and will be available from RMB 82.8K 112.8K (€ 1,040,000 – ¥ 1.41million).

Nissan Sunny was introduced in China in 2003 and is significant as a locally-built model of the first of a new partnership Dongfeng Nissan. Nissan Sunny calls it a new global sedan, presumably based on a foundation of the Nisan Micra supermini, something that the striking similarity of the dashboard design could explain, although Nissan’s press release does not mention the Spartan-versa, is one too many styling similarities between the new 2012 Versa sedan. 2012 Nissan Sunny was bullied in the official sketch released car in October 2010.







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Mahindra Thar 4 x 4 SUV - Stills, Photogallery

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Mahindra Thar 4 x 4 SUV Launched In India - Technical Specifications, Features and Price

Famous Indian automobile manufacturer Mahindra launched their new 4 wheel drive jeep like SUV Mahindra Thar in India today (21 December 2010). The Mahindra Thar which was launched in Europe earlier, has India's first BS IV CRDe diesel engine in soft top. New Mahindra Thar is powered by an engine which delivers a maximum power of 77 kW(105 Bhp) and 247 Nm torque which makes it the most powerful engine in its class. It features an integral power steering and short turning radius of 5.25 m for quick turns. It has an Independent front suspension for comfort and agility off road. Apart from all these, new Mahindra Thar has a removable top for that wind in the hair experience. Under its classic look, reminding of the first model produced by Mahindra & Mahindra in 1945 and of the legendary 4x4 which made the history of off-road, Mahindra Thar represents an absolutely new proposal and opens a new segment in the present offroad market.

New Mahindra Thar has:

• India's first BS IV CRDe diesel engine in soft top
• Most Powerful engine in its class that develops 77 KW power (105 BHP) and 247 NM torque for locomotive like pulling power
• Integral power steering and short turning radius of 5.25 m for those quick turns
• Independent front suspension for comfort and agility off road
• Standard 4wd to ensure no one can follow you too far
• Removable top for that wind in the hair experience
  

Features

Technology

• Drive by wire technology aids in quicker and controlled throttle response
• Advanced CRDe engine measures every bit of fuel and combines performance with economy without polluting environment
• LSPV brakes aids in preventing wheel lock up and loss of control

Style

• Unmistakable jeep identity to the vehicle makes it special and good looking
• Classic looking MM540 body with Jeeps lineage and grill
• Tough steel body for extended durability

Safety

• Powerful 9 inch booster with disc brakes in front and drum in rear
• 4wd high / low ratio for superior all weather and terrain traction

Comfort & Convenience

• A/c ready cabin ( A/c fitment by customer possible)
• Superior comfort and convenience
• Integral power steering with car like turning radius of 5.25 m
• Elegant instrument panel with integral blower and heater
• Removable top for wind in the hair experience
• Independent front suspension for outstanding ride and handling
• Compact dimension of a small car for easy parking

Off-road ability

• Superior off road capability due to legendary design
• High approach and departure angles to climb over impossible obstacles
• Long travel suspension for all time superior traction
• Comes with Borg Warner 4wd system as standard fitment
• 2.48 ratio low range gearbox to tackle toughest situations and loads

MAHINDRA THAR SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE	2498cc, NEF CRDe Turbocharged Intercooled, BS IV
DISPLACEMENT	2498cc
BORE x STROKE	94 x 90 mm
MAX. POWER	77.23 kW
MAX. TORQUE	247 Nm @ 1800-2000 rpm
GEAR TRANSMISSION	5 - Speed Manual
TRANSFER CASE (4WD only)	Borg Warner - Manual Shift
AXLE	Front: Full Floating Hypoid Ratio 4.3:1 ; Capacity:1100kg Rear: Semi Floating Hypoid Ratio 4.3:1 ; Capacity:1700kg
HUB LOCK	Auto
TURNING RADIUS	5.25 m
WHEELBASE	2430 mm
SUSPENSION	Independent Front Suspension with Torsion & Stabilizer Bar Semi elliptical leaf springs with tension sides shot penned
GROUND CLEARANCE	200 mm
BRAKES	Front: 113 mm Disc & Caliper Rear: 279 Drums
TYRES	P 235/70 R 16 Tubeless Tyres
WHEELS	6.5 J X 16 Inches (40.64 cms)
FUEL TANK CAPACITY	60 Litres
DIMENSIONS(L x W x H)	3920 x 1710 x 1930 (mm)
SEATING CAPACITY	7 Seater
PRICE	Delhi : Rs.5.99 lakh Bangalore : Rs.6.01 lakh Thane : Rs.5.97 lakh Mumbai : Rs. 6.28 lakh

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Audi A6 (2012) Stills and Wallpapers

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