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ACURA TL
With a light renovation in the front and rear, the Acura TL now looks more streamlined. Design improvements make the sedan look more modern as well as help improve fuel economy, 25 mpg. Both V6 engines are intact. The one that changed was the automatic gearbox, called Sport shift, the six-speed transmission allows better power outlet. For the 3.5-liter, 280 hp this new box is standard, while for the 3.7-liter model with 308 hp and AWD you can choose the modern automated teller enters or six-speed manual also. The interior is unchanged, except for the addition of the browser and the audio system with a larger hard drive storage capacity, 60GB.

HYUNDAI GENESIS R-SPEC
Hyundai showed us the most powerful model in the history of the brand, Genesis R-Spec. The power plant commissioned to deserve this honor is a 5.038 cc V8 engine that ejects 429 Hp and 379 lb / ft. Called R-Spec 5.0, the eight-cylinder machine wrath of the hand of an eight-speed automatic transmission, which will squeeze the most of every one of the horses while attending a reasonable fuel economy. Suspension, steering and transmission were recalibrated to 100% sports performance. In terms of styling, the sedan has a more aggressive grille, also the front fascia, headlamps with LED lights. The taillights were also updated and added folding side view mirrors with integrated lights. The 19-inch wheels shod Michelin Pilot Sport PS2. Skin tone black and beige faux wood inserts as well as the elements that blend the cabin. Let’s wait until summer to see it in dealers.

VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI
Volkswagen introduced what we might call the sports version of the Jetty. At first glance the note is similar except GLI grille, smoked headlights, rear diffuser and spoiler. Inside, the Jetty GLI is different note, the sports seats and steering wheel are red stitching, making a perfect contrast to the upholstery. In technical matters there is the engine under the hood of the GLI is the same turbocharged Golf GTI. So the sedan carries 200Hp and automatic transmission or six-speed DSG for the purists is the manual transmission is six changes. Prices range from $ 23.495 to the $ 26.445.

If anything characterizes the Chicago Auto Show is that it exhibits one of the nations largest automotive -1.2 million square feet, also being the most stale, since its first edition in 1901. Like the NAIAS 2011, the Chicago Auto Show showed that the auto industry is gaining strength with every wave of new models. Versions of models already known sports were the main novelties of this edition of the show number 103 car of Chicago.

2012 CHEVROLET CAMARO ZL1
If the 426 hp Chevrolet Camano you fall short, beginning next year will be available the fastest Camano ever built, the ZL1. A total of 550 hp and 550 lb / ft which will move the muscle car. The heart will beat each horsepower is a 6.2-liter supercharged V8, the transmission is manual six-speed twin-disc clutch, allowing for smoother shifts. The Chevrolet Camano ZL1 2012 with chassis and suspension systems that favor highly developed management balanced with provision to run on the tracks while circulating in the streets.

Wondering why ZL1? The name comes from the racing engine developed in the late 60′s, which was installed in the regular production of 1969 Camano. ZL1 Camano design communicates and preserves its 2012 high performance mission. Among the most important aesthetic elements of the ZL1 highlights a new front bumper and a carbon fiber hood with air intake, whose main task is to improve the aerodynamics of the car. New rocker panels, wider tires, 20-inch wheels and exhaust pipes and power management symbolize the vehicle. Inside adopts a redesigned instrument panel, door panels and steering wheel carry the logo embedded ZL1. The equipment list includes a Boston Acoustics audio system, camera and sensors to reverse maneuvers. There is no doubt that this muscle car will become the king of kings of the Camano.

DODGE CHARGER SRT8
Dodge introduced the new Charger SRT8. Street Racing Team and Technology-SRT-decided to set up a new 6.4-liter HEMI engine, which delivers more power than the previous 6.1-liter block. The 465 hp V8 and 465 displays Lb / ft, this is 40 hp and 45 lb / ft extra on its predecessor. A highlight of the new heart is also to be more rabid in their walk fuel consumption is lower. The automatic transmission remains the same five-speed, just the novelty that changes may be made now through the paddles on the steering wheel. Another of the firsts is the adaptive suspension. Depending on driving style and road conditions, the dampers automatically harden or soften for better performance. Sure to stop all the energy of the 465 Hp, the wheels are fitted with disc brakes Bemba brand.

Unlike a normal Charger, the SRT8 looks more aggressive. Grille and headlights were dimmed; the hood has an opening at center for the issue of engine cooling. The defenses grow in volume, while the rear spoiler was fitted, exhaust larger skulls and illuminated with LED lights. To round off the sporting profile of the Charger SRT8 wheels were added 20-inch polished aluminum. For its part, the cabin is also steeped in sporting spirit. Leather seats with SRT emblems, aluminum inserts in the dash audio system with 19 speakers and device that reports on the performance of self-power, torque, timer for 0-60 mph, quarter mile, braking distance and G-forces are items you’ll find in the interior of the SRT8.

This year the New York Auto Show 2011 brought us a lot of news. With the high price of gasoline manufacturers to ensure efficient models present, as was the case with his new Honda Civic. Six completely redesigned and all models with better fuel efficiency including hybrid that yields 44 mpg. Also, the Civic sports vibrant with over 200 horsepower. In all IMID system is available that displays valuable information on the car on a 5-inch screen.

Hyundai brought New York its new Accent model in versions 4 and 5-door, the first sub compact system with direct fuel injection, 138 horsepower and a choice of automatic or manual transmission, both 6-speeds; this is the single market sub compact disc brakes on all 4 wheels. Accent joins the range of Hyundai vehicles that achieve 40 miles per gallon.

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The packaging of the Sonata is exotic without being intelligent and well developed. With an elegant cut and an ideal size, this model of Hyundai is a car that does not envy brings anything other luxury sedans. Especially the price, because the aerodynamic Sonata Korean manufacturer took advantage of every inch of interior space without depriving the driver of detail.

With power seats and perfect finishes, integrated Bluetooth system, satellite radio, 12-volt, USB port, ventilation controls and a large boot with many details, Hyundai seems to have understood and developed a model affordable in price without sacrificing pocket, comfort and good taste.

And if we add the option of having a hybrid version of Sonata, come to meet the broad environmental standards and fuel economy, could be defined as the main alternative to the choice of what will be our next car and Hyundai step how to recognize has been perfecting his line and positioning itself as a leading vehicle manufacturer in the automotive market revolutionized.

There are three engines available for the Hyundai Sonata, all 4-cylinder: The GDI gasoline direct injection 2.4-liter, 198 horsepower, the TGDI, turbocharged, two-liter, 274 hp, and the hybrid version, the same 2.4-liter engine mated to an electric motor and delivering both 166 horses. As for fuel consumption, 24 miles in the city and 35 highways per gallon for the current version, turbo: 22 mpg city and 33 on the highway and the hybrid, 35 streets and 40 in roads.

The list price starts with $ 19.395 for the GLS version with GDI engine and manual transmission and goes up to $ 27.245 TGDI Limited version with automatic transmission with six gears.

The vehicle that MB has chosen to install the electric propulsion system powered by hydrogen is a B-Class, sold well in Europe and many Latin American countries, difficult to classify according to common categories of the United States. Compact, five-door, taller than a traditional sedan or hatchback, can host and distribute the specific components of a vehicle with a somewhat different tradition. In fact, fuel, compressed liquid hydrogen, accumulates in three tanks. When the load is complete, can go 200 miles or more driving on the highway about 70 miles per hour on average and conservative driving style. If change management is more aggressive, performance is a bit shorter than what occurs in the same situation with a motor vehicle with traditional gasoline.

The engine is electric, but does not require large batteries, since the required electricity is produced in hydrogen fuel cells. That marks the difference between electric vehicles or plug-in, which is connected to the current recharge as we do with the phone, but comparatively to drive a car its size weight is multiplied hundreds of times.

CO2 emissions are zero, i.e., nothing, absolutely clean. Electricity is produced by an electrochemical reaction. A compact and lightweight motor located in the front produces 136 hp with a peak torque of 290 ft, equivalent to a traditional 2-liter engine, and similar driving dynamics.

In other areas, maneuverability, safety, space, technology and equipment is similar to any other vehicle that offers brand in the segment, there are no major differences. Even the various components, particularly the F-CELL, have passed stringent safety tests.

The test drive showed that the B-Class F-CELL can deliver a dynamic driving experience as pleasant as walking speed more than acceptable. No significant acceleration levels can exceed 100 miles per hour. With a more aggressive handling at higher speeds and fuel efficiency and cruising range is reduced to almost 35%. Under normal driving and cruise speeds in the order of 70 miles per hour autonomy than 200 miles, at a rate of 1 kg of hydrogen every 70/80 miles. Results more than satisfactory for everyday use.

For three days and more than 1,500 miles of travel, participate in the F-CELL World Drive Mercedes-Benz, a world tour that began in late January-29 January to be precise, in Germany, with presence of Federal Chancellor Angela Merkel and President Dr. Dieter Setscrew MB. Already toured France, Spain and Portugal. Follow the U.S. from coast to coast, from Miami to Seattle across the Canadian border and arriving in Vancouver to jump then air, as in every intercontinental, Australia. From there go to Asia, where from China, through Kazakhstan and Russia return to Europe via Scandinavia to finish again in Germany, where about 200 vehicles are made equal, in a limited production now.

The tour will take longer than it took Phi leas Fog and Passé partout, characters from Around the World in Eighty Days by Jules Verne, a total of 125 days. Each represents the years that have passed since the invention of the first car, a symbol showing that we are in a new era.

Three cars, three journalists in each way three days, and logistics which includes about 15 support vehicles, more trucks carrying a mobile workshop, tubes hydrogen supplied by Lined AG, and about 50 people make up the caravan. Undoubtedly better off than our English friend and fellow Frenchman.

Together with my colleague and friend Javier Moat and Todd of Columbus, Ohio, from Fort Lauderdale bound for Jacksonville, with a refueling outage at the Kennedy Space Center, a museum of the future in the recent past, in keeping with the innovation means this technology. The second day we came to DeFuniak Springs, a small town, almost leaving the state of Florida. In the last section we come to New Orleans and Louisiana.

Along the road still looks green color on the three cars with placards referring also identified, and at each stop all come to ask with real interest, demonstrating the well-received that a mode of private passenger transport clean awakens in people.

Given that there are more than prototype cars that drive themselves, some have thought that they could further extend this idea and make cars that can be driven by blind people. It is installed on the vehicle a range of laser sensors, a GPS system and a computer to analyze all the information to determine the optimal speed, braking for obstacles nearby or if you have to take a curve.

This results in the form of advice given voice to the person driving, so that you know what to do but cannot see what is before them. It is basically the same idea behind the cars that drive themselves, just delegating the action in the person leading in fact an automated system could use the information coming from GPS / laser to drive the car mechanically.

Still, an interesting story for more than a blind man who thought he could never drive a vehicle.