Nissan Qashqai traction All Mode 4 × 4 for the range 130CV dCi engine

Nissan Qashqai: traction All Mode 4 × 4 for the range 130CV dCi engine. Lately not much talk about Qashqai The Nissan SUVs that a while ago broke with the tradition of the SUV to create your own image and above all very modern with a sporty and a good attraction. The same Nissan Juke has been the most responsible for bringing the Qashqai in the background, but now again speaks of him as he received news. From now on, all versions that have 130CV diesel engine shall be equipped with traction All Mode 4 × 4, to have greater off-road capabilities.

The All Mode 4 × 4 is an intelligent system that allows you to choose a type of traction or other conditions depending on the asphalt. From the central panel of the vehicle have three options to choose which refer to this system. First is the 2WD option, the manufacturer recommended routinely when we have to travel on roads such as motorways or freeways. Then we have the option AUTO, in which the vehicle is partially, drive the rear wheels and we can finally choose option 4 × 4 wheel drive permanent all-wheel drive.

This intelligent system is not only found in this model, since for example the Renault Koleos also incorporated. It is a mechanism to simplify things and acts automatically to the driver focus on driving without having to worry constantly adjust the tension, because as we mentioned is connected in the correct mode automatically.

Anyway, many doubts are emerging between users Nissan about this mode. While there is a possibility to AUTO, which would be consistent, as it would in most driving time, it appears that when an informer is connected light on the panel of the driver, reminding us that we have connected this option. It is logical that this signal appears when we drive 4 × 4 permanently connected, as in some way optimal conditions is not suitable to use with the option of switching to partial traction. But it is illogical to appear when circulated with AUTO.

Despite the possible defects that can incorporate the system, or is what makes us think, Nissan remains committed to him and now, all models of the new Nissan Qashqai dCi engine with 130CV incorporate it. Actually, it is a convenient mechanism to use because if it really does work correctly, our vehicle to better retain its mechanical elements, especially those who are affected directly by the All Mode 4 × 4, which are mainly tires, being in contact with the pavement, and the transmission, which must work in one form or another according to the selected option.

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Honda to start selling All New CR V in Los Angeles

Honda announced that they start selling the newest SUV, the All-New CR-V or fourth-generation CR-V. This SUV also recently launched in the United States two weeks ago at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

For Japan and Asia, utilizing Honda Tokyo Motor Show 2011 event that was opened tomorrow. In its release, Honda said sales of the All-New CR-V in Japan just made on December 2.

Since it was first introduced in 1995, Honda claims the CR-V sales has reached 5 million units worldwide (based on data in September).

4 x 2 & AWD
According to Honda, the All-New CR-V now appear more sleek and aerodynamic. Hence also, this SUV is more economical, more comfortable, and the greater power and unloading. This can be achieved due to a redesign that made Honda including lowering the height of the roof, but with a lower floor.

CR-V Dashboard totally redesigned and now uses better quality materials. Further, Honda managed to indulge in the weight of this car. Furthermore, to ease the workload of the machine, now used electric power steering (EPS).

Exterior dimensions of this new CR-V is more compact than the previous CR-V. Section, the deduction is so long and also lowers the height of the roof. However, the length of the interior actually increased due to the position of the glass front moved forward again.

Two machines
For the machine offered two options, 2.4 liters for four-wheel motion or AWD and 2.0-liter for front wheels (4 x 2). For version 2.0 liters, the engine is equipped i-VTEC technology. Engine power is transferred to the wheels through a CVT with a torque converter. Claimed fuel consumption of 14.4 km per liter.

The All-New CR-V 2.4-liter engine equipped with 5-speed automatic transmission. Engine power in this model increased by 10 kW compared to the current version. This is attained because the compression ratio is made higher, plus the friction in the lower engine components.

Intelligent AWD is equipped Varian Control System. Its function is to produce a more responsive acceleration on slippery road surfaces. Rear seats can be folded with the composition 60/40, also equipped automatic button to fold.

Other features are Bluetooth, rear parking camera, USB connection, and the system allows the driver to write the information from the BlackBerry.

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2012 Honda Civic coming in April all variants to launch in quick succession

A Civic for everyone. That was Soichiro Honda’s motto when rolling out the original Civic, and it’s one to which his company intends to stick with the launch of the next-generation model. When the all-new 2012 Civic is launched in April, Honda will roll out a whole variety of body and propulsion configurations within mere weeks of each other, instead of letting months pass between the debut of one model to the next.

Among those variants, we can expect both a sedan and a coupe, with several conventional gasoline engines on offer – including natural gas and hybrid versions – as well as the sporty Civic Si.

The new Civic, previewed recently at the Detroit Auto Show, was slated to debut in 2009. But when the global economy started going south, Honda sent the design back to the drawing board for a nearly complete overhaul before it ever saw the light of day. The result is expected to be much roomier than the current model, though the exterior design hasn’t changed all that much.

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Ford Mustang Ford has unveiled all the sketches at SEMA 2012

SEMA Show 2012: Advances from the Ford Mustang. Ford has unveiled all the sketches, along with some details of the Mustang concept cars bearing at SEMA Show 2012, in collaboration with some of the most characteristic preparers, as Ring brothers with body kit in carbon fiber and V8 5.0 liter supercharged. DSO, which is a brand of sunglasses, also equips the 5.0 V8 which develops 750 hp but. Other than preparers are 3dCarbon with a very full body kit including shocks. Furthermore, equipping a kit Mother carbon fiber body, and a suspension seats Sparco circuit. And finally, also equipped Stitch craft 3dCarbon body kit, shocks and brakes. Discover the entire Mustang to be presented at SEMA Show 2012 ...

SEMA Show would not be a proper, without any custom model Ford Mustangs, and this year is no different. Ford has revealed the cars ready to be sent to Las Vegas, all very cool to the aggressive pair. The six Mustangs of SEMA this year are based on the new 2013 model, lets see them one by one:

2013 Ford Mustang GT by Ring brothers
since the name of the creator of this Mustang conjures up images of elephants dancing and huge tents, nothing is further from reality. The Mustang GT Ringbrothers impress audiences of SEMA Show 2012 with its cool gray color scheme of black and upgrades in performance.

2013 Taking a Mustang GT500, which equips a 5.0-liter V8 engine and six-speed manual transmission, Ringbrothers added a compressor and reinforced suspension. Besides Baer brakes, to help decrease the supercharged power, while the body kit carbon fiber that viewers will have to look.

2013 Ford Mustang Convertible by Stitchcraft
As the name suggests, this is Stitchcraft preparers, and the car is the Mustang Convertible elected 2013. The cabin is completely customized Mustang V6 and outside the car, but Stitchcraft not stop there...

It also incorporates a system of nitrogen, a Flowmaster exhaust, coil-over suspension kit Hotchkis and Wilwood brake. But just in case, Stitchcraft also installed a full body kit.

2013 Ford Mustang GT by DSO Eyewear
DSO is the first time I go to SEMA to prepare a Mustang GT. Anyway, have delved into the brand management, with a Whipple supercharger that boosts the V8 engine, which develops about 750 hp.

In addition, we observed an Eibach suspension and a Brembo brake kit to help keep the Mustang under control during cornering maneuvers. DSO also installed a 3dCarbon body kit, big wheels and a powerful audio system.

2013 Ford Mustang GT by Mother
The Mustangs are classic cars, and this worked for Mother GT model is no different. Besides increasing production from 5.0-liter V8 engine to 650 hp whopping, Mother has also installed a new suspension, along with some new tires.

Finally, has built a kit in carbon fiber bodywork RTR and Bose stereo. The interior has custom Sparco seats, but maybe his passion red.

2013 Ford Mustang by M2-Motoring
The M2-Motoring Mustang has a very elegant look that combines classic touches with a new style school tuner. Shelby style racing stripes is created from sections unpainted carbon fiber hood, roof and cap, contrasting nicely with the orange paint Mustang.

Speaking of Shelby, the rear spoiler is a subtle nod to the spoilers that adorned tuner cars in the 60 Mustang. Also includes carbon fiber front splitter and extensions rocker panel. Finally, Wilwood brakes put through some beautiful alloy wheels 20 ", for the SEMA Show 2012.

2013 Ford Mustang by 3dCarbon
the tuner has 3dCarbon Mustang calling EMS, the "Boy Racer". This 2013 Mustang can be a lot of things, but subtle is not one of them. Actually, the name comes from the Mustang body kit, which is the third generation of 3dCarbon Boy Racer collection.

In addition to this kit, paint scheme highlights the gold on red. Inside, the cabin of the Mustang you to ride and Pecca leather Recaro sports seats, which carry red racing stripes. See all Ford Mustang before the SEMA Show 2012...

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Ferrari to unveil all wheel drive shooting brake in Geneva

We’re anticipating a new Ferrari to be unveiled in a few months time at the Geneva Motor Show, but just what form – and arguably just as vitally, what technology – the new Prancing Horse will take has been the subject of much rumor and conjecture as of late.

Based on Ferrari chief Luca di Montezemolo’s reported pronouncement that his company is preparing “a very different new Ferrari” for the Swiss salon, initial reports speculated that a production-ready hybrid could be in the cards. But the latest reports seem to call that into question.

So if not a hybrid, what has Maranello got in store for us? Most reports point towards a replacement for the 612 Scaglietti, the company’s flagship (if somewhat lackluster) four-seat GT. Others suggest a shooting brake two-door wagon, while yet others report that whatever debuts will incorporate the company’s part-time all-wheel drive system, if not necessarily a hybrid drivetrain. The truth probably lies in the combination of several of these reports, if not all of them, but we’ll just have to sit tight to see what will lie underneath the veil come March.

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