2010-03-31T22:05:00.001-07:00

Audi leads the eco-race
The new Audi A5

Audi is launching a fascinating new model series for its entry into a highly emotionally charged segment of the market: the A5 successfully unites the acclaimed Audi design language and thrilling dynamic driving performance.
The Nuvolari quattro concept car of 2003 gave a first taste of Audi’s vision for a powerful and expertly styled coupé with a high performance potential and a progressive, sophisticated design. Many elements from the Nuvolari have been adopted in the Audi A5. The new coupé is a clear and unique statement of sportiness and elegance.
Arriving in March 2008 the A5 3.2 quattro coupe provides the driver 195 kW of power and a superb torque of 330 Nm in a broad rev band of 3,000 to 5,000 rpm, ensuring blistering acceleration at all times.

The Audi A5 is nothing if not generous to its driver and passengers. Its generosity begins with its luxurious spaciousness – not just for the front row. On the rear seats, too, the A5 is a full-size touring car, with a luggage compartment volume of 455 litres. The loading width of one metre allows easy stowage of large items of luggage, and even well-filled golf bags will fit width ways into the Audi A5 boot. The rear seat folds in two separate sections, and can be released conveniently from the boot.

For coupé buyers, emotion plays a major role in their choice of car; the most important reason to buy, in the case of a sporty two-door car, is the design. And on that point the Audi A5 genuinely speaks for itself – its design takes Audi’s progressive and stylish design language to new heights. “The Audi A5 is the most beautiful car I have ever designed”, says Walter de’Silva, Head of Group Design, with absolute conviction.

The New Audi Q7 V12 TDI quattro

Audi, the inventor of TDI technology, is penning a new chapter in the history of diesel engines with the Audi Q7 V12 TDI quattro. The world’s first V12 diesel engine in a series-production vehicle moves this big, high-performance SUV with supreme confidence and composure. The V12 engine under the hood generates 368 kW of power and 1,000 Nm of torque from six litres of displacement. On demand, the six-litre engine catapults the Audi Q7 from zero to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds like a top-class sportscar. Speed is electronically capped at 250 km/h.

The 12-cylinder diesel engine is no less impressive when it comes to fuel consumption. On average, it requires just 11.9 litres of fuel per 100 km, a surprisingly good figure in light of the strength of the engine. The six-litre TDI uses significantly less fuel than any competing petrol engine in the high-performance SUV sector; thanks to efficient combustion and the complex exhaust emission control system, the Audi Q7 V12 TDI quattro already complies with future emissions standards.

Another factor contributing to the vehicle’s smooth running characteristics is the high rigidity of the crankcase. Made of cast vermicular graphite, it is approximately 15 percent lighter than conventional gray iron. The six-litre unit is extremely compact at just 684 millimetres in length. The crankshaft is held in place by a rigid main bearing bracket. The V12 TDI’s engine capacity of 5,934 cc is derived from a bore measurement of 83.0 millimetres and a stroke of 91.4 millimetres.

The six-litre TDI unit is further impressive proof of the technological leadership embodied in Audi’s “Vorsprung durch Technik” slogan. Back in 1989, the brand with the four rings put the TDI principle into series production and has been continually advancing it ever since at the forefront of the field.

The new V12 TDI in the Audi Q7 is closely related to the engine that twice powered the Audi R10 TDI racing car to overall victory in the Le Mans 24 Hours – a 5.5-litre V12 that delivers approximately 480 kW. The Audi Q7 V12 TDI quattro’s powerful engine torque flows through a rapidly and gently shifting six-speed tiptronic that was specially designed for the six-litre diesel engine’s immense torque. The driver can shift the gears of the automatic transmission either with the selector lever or manually with the standard chromed shift paddles on the three-spoke steering wheel. The quattro drive distributes the power to the front and back wheels in a 40:60 ratio – giving the vehicle a sporty, rear-focused driving style that guarantees maximum agility and driving enjoyment. When needed, the inter-axle differential transfers most of the power to the axle with better traction. Great care has also been devoted to reinforcing all key components in the quattro driveline.

The ultimate high-performance SUV from Audi takes to the road on sporty 10-spoke wheels of 20 inches in diameter. Alternatively, the wheels are also available in a 20-spoke design or as 21-inch variants.Behind the large wheels is a powerful 20-inch brake system. Made of ceramic reinforced with carbon fibre, the internally ventilated disks are notable for their low weight, robust performance and minimum wear. The front disks are gripped by eight-piston brake callipers, while the rear brakes function with four pistons each. The callipers are titanium gray and the front ones bear the “Audi ceramic” logo.

The visual styling of the Audi Q7 V12 TDI quattro gives it an unmistakable look. Daytime running lights consisting of twelve white LEDs per headlight announce the vehicle’s presence even at a distance. They are located on the upper edge of the air intake slots, replacing the turn signals that were moved to the bi-xenon headlights. Further honing the vehicle’s profile is a chromed grid in the singleframe radiator grill and a shiny underbody protector made of stainless steel. The newly designed bumper groups the side air intake slots into large units.

When viewed from the side, both the 20-inch wheels and the matt aluminium caps on the exterior mirrors catch the eye. The wheel arches have been widened a total of 26 millimetres at the front and 30 millimetres at the rear; the lower edges of the doors flaunt striking new moldings. The windows are framed by matt aluminium cover strips, the roof rails sport the same look. The taillights are set in a dark-coloured background, while the newly designed bumper incorporates two large, oval exhaust tailpipes. At the rear, the underbody protector is also made from stainless steel.The V12 TDI joins the successful Q7 range in early 2009. Pricing and specification details are yet to be finalised.

The Audi A3 TDI clubsport quattro
Audi, the inventor of TDI, blazes a trail in the field of engine manufacture.

Since their debut back in 1989, the TDI engines have long since established themselves helped by their powerful, refined and efficient character. The triumphant advance that the diesel-powered Audi R10 TDI racing car has been enjoying for two years now in the Le Mans 24 Hours and in the American Le Mans Series is clear testimony to this technology's tremendous potential.
At the 27th annual Lake Wörther Tour being held at the end of May in the Austrian province of Carinthia, the brand behind the four rings is showcasing this technology's potential with a sensational study. The two-litre TDI unit under the bonnet of the Audi A3 TDI clubsport quattro delivers 165 kW and musters up 450 Nm of torque – the sort of pulling power normally associated with a sports car. The show car races from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.6 seconds and attains a top speed of 240 km/h.

The Audi A3 TDI clubsport quattro projects its power with supreme confidence – both acoustically courtesy of its sonorous exhaust and visually with a series of exclusive parts mounted on the body and in the interior. Exterior components such as the large DTM-look rear spoiler and the bolt-on wheel arch extensions give the car a dynamic air, while the racing bucket seats and open gear lever gate in aluminum form the highlights of the interior.

The show car is a true high-tech sports car. The drive power is directed to the 20-inch wheels via a six-speed transmission and the quattro all-wheel-drive system. At the front wheels, stopping power is provided by six-piston brake calipers and ceramic discs. The Audi drive select driving dynamics system allows the driver to vary at will the throttle response characteristic, the exhaust sound, the level of power assistance for the steering, the cut-in thresholds for the ESP stabilization system, as well as the operating mode of the dampers. The dampers deploy Audi magnetic ride technology, enabling them to react to changes in the driving situation with lightning speed.

The Audi A3 TDI clubsport quattro has a distinctly confident air about it. Sensational styling instantly sets the three-door show car apart from the standard production Audi A3. It measures 4,254 millimetres but just 1,385 millimetres high, – a reduction in height of 36 millimetres in spite of the large wheels. The track width measures 1,568 millimetres at the front and 1,553 millimetres at the rear.

The design team has kitted out the Audi A3 TDI clubsport quattro with a whole array of new exterior parts to give it an extremely sharp and dynamic look – almost like a racing car. The paint finish is also a picture of vibrancy: the engine hood, tailgate and roof are Ibis White and the flanks Brilliant Red, while a large white figure "8" is emblazoned across each door in reference to the year 2008. The colour scheme is an allusion to the colors of the Austrian national flag.
The tail of the Audi A3 TDI clubsport quattro sports a dark grey diffuser. It is a variant on the design of the front blade, and incorporates the two large circular tailpipes of the separate exhaust branches. Modifications have also been carried out to the tail light assemblies. The most striking impression, however, is made by the spoiler atop the rear window that bears a close resemblance to the part featured on the new A4 race car from the German Touring Car Masters (DTM).

Inside the Audi A3 TDI clubsport quattro, the eye is immediately caught by the illuminated door sill trims with their "TDI Power" badging. Awaiting the driver and front passenger are anatomically shaped bucket seats, just like those found in motor racing cars. The rear seats sport the same upholstery design, with special foam padding used to sculpture them into roomy and comfortable individual seats.

The driver takes hold of an elegantly styled steering wheel with a flat-bottomed rim that is reminiscent of the Audi R8 high-performance sports car. The scales of the dials are coloured white, the monitor for navigation and entertainment together with its control panel stems from the R8. The jet-style air outlets have multi-way adjustable louvers, and the usual buttons in the centre console have given way to classic, sporty toggle switches. The bars underneath the console are covered in leather, the door handles have been milled hollow to save weight. The door linings and floor mats have been newly designed.

Car Care Center

Car Care is an Important part for ensuring long life for your personal vehicles. Car care taking and maintaining your vehicle is best way to avoid costly repairs down the road. To care your vehicles you need to maintain or service it regular basis from a good automobile company or garage. Car care have some basic part which are timely to be service. Main part to be serviced, of your car are as follows: -

Engine Oil Filter, Check Oil, Oxygen senser, Coolant, hoses, engine air filter, battery and cable, tire inflation and condition, brakes, suspension, exhaust system, fuel filter, lights, belts, power steering fluid, spark plug, wiper blade, cabin air filter, tail light and many other small parts.
To keep your vehicle running right, you must need to concern with automobile engineer or MOT test Center. For caring your vehicles, use quality products and genuine part in your vehicle. This will help in maximizing your vehicle appearance and value.

Car Air Conditioning

Air Conditioning is increasingly seen as standard equipment on new cars due to the major enhancement it brings to passenger’s comfort. However, customers are only just realising that systems do require regular maintenance. Air condition in car plays major and important role in both season Winter and Summer. It gives heat in winter and cooling in summer period. With air conditioner, we never tired or bored in long as well short journey because it saves us from sweat, heat, winter and always keep us safe from dust and keep relaxed our mind and body. To keep yourself always relaxed, you should confirm for the proper maintenance of your car AC.

There are many Car Servicing Centre where you get full facilty of AC servicing. Choose the best servicing centre in your city or you can search online. Air conditioning system in your car is comprised of a compressor, radiator, condenser, expansion valve, evaporator, and expansion valve. While the servicing of car air conditioning systems is best left to professionals, for proper use of AC you need to concern some basics step, which are mentioned below –

1) Time to time the A/C system needs to be recharged to bring it back to maximum efficiency.
2) Always check for leaks, a leak may cause loss of refrigerant and will need to be fixed before refilling.
3) Your car does not feel cold, then you may need to recharge your system
4) Contamination or leaks can appear and affect the cooling performance of your A/C system.
5) Smells coming from the air conditioning may be caused by bacterial buildups

So, always keep this in your mind when you going for AC services check properly all points (compressor, radiator, condenser, expansion valve, evaporator, and expansion valve) .

WHEEL ALIGNMENT

A wheel alignment consists of adjusting the angles of the wheels so that they are perpendicular to the ground and parallel to each other. The main purpose of wheel alignment adjustments is to extend maximum tyre life and a vehicle that run or tracks straight, when you driving on road. Many tire centers offer wheel alignment. You can contact multiple nearby tire stores, searching online for tires and wheel alignment. A four wheel alignment will allow the technician to identify any rear tracking problems and compensate for them with adjustments to the front tyre. A lot of agency and garage is available to check alignment problem in your wheels. Autovets UK also have a good option for your car wheel alignment. Autovets is popular MOT service centre in Brighton, UK and is one stop destination for your car service. If so invest in Autovets full four wheel alignment check on state of the art camera operated alignment equipment. Again this is as per manufacturer requirements guaranteeing accuracy.

Brighton Car tyre guide – Online

Tyres plays an important role in all wheels vehicles. Whenever you purchased a new or a used car, you check first tyre because all balance of vehicles depend on it. If you have a car using from a long time and want to change your car tyre and don’t have proper idea than you may try surfing on internet. There are many types of companies on internet that take care of your vehicle but some time your car may have some other problem and you might require to move for other mechanic, means you never get all services under the same roof.

Autovets is one of the best company that is looking after all your vehicles problem and is able to provide all solutions under one roof. Autovets is based in Brighton and is one stop destination for MOT, Car service, Car audio, Car air conditioning, Car tyres, tracker and alarms. Car vehicle manufacturers choose the tyre by type, make, size, profile, load carrying capacities and speed ratings to match their vehicles, adjusting the tyre pressures to give the optimum grip, ride and handling characteristics. Autovets Brighton advises that worn tyres should be replaced with new one when the tread depth falls below 3mm.

CHRYSLER PT CRUISER TURBO

Chrysler PT Cruiser turbo is a gas compressor for a forced induction system of an internal combustion engine. When the air is compressed, you allow the engine to squeeze more air for combustion. The Chrysler PT Cruiser turbo has a turbine and a compressor which helps in its efficient functioning. The turbine powered by the exhaust drives the compressor to draw more air for increased power output. Increasing the volumetric efficiency of the engine, the Chrysler PT Cruiser turbo improves the fuel-to-air mixture ratio for the extra power boost. To increase the life expectancy of the turbo, it is important that you maintain it in a very good condition. You need to leave the engine idle for a few minutes before switching it off while parking or after a long drive. This allows the turbo to cool down for enhanced performance.

What is special about Turbocharger Pros deals:

At Turbocharger Pros we have a gamut of Chrysler auto parts. All the parts listed in the website are tested to meet the quality standards of the industry and are available at wholesale prices. All you need to do is to select the right year and the model of your Chrysler.

* Wide range of Chrysler parts
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* Toll free 800-923-0413 for assistance

With modern technology, Chrysler PT Cruiser Turbo and Supercharger has evolved into a high tech component. Changing these parts with high quality replacements has never been more important.

Whether its a Acura, Audi, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chevy, Chrysler, Dodge, Eagle, Ferrari, GMC, Geo, Honda, Hyundai, Infiniti, Isuzu, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Mazda, Mercedes Benz, Mercury, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Oldsmobile, Plymouth, Pontiac, Porsche, Renault, Rolls Royce, Saab, Saturn, Sterling, Subaru, Suzuki, Toyota, Saab or Volvo we have your unit in stock.

Cheap Used Cars at Autovets

It is always easy to buy a new car in comparison to buy a used car for you. Buying a used car can be very stressful if you knock a wrong destination and it can be very fruitful to buy a used car if you choose a right used car locator for you. So, In brief, always be careful when you are going to buy a used car.

Nowadays, you can buy used cars online with very simple steps and there is nothing mysterious about it. Buying a used car online can not be a difficult process because there are many used cars locators those supply used cars with great variety of makes and models available.
Steps when you are going to buy a used car online

Web is a grand place to match up your requirements with a used car. The most important benefit is that you can save your precious time when going to buy a used car online. You have to just create a budget first and get your finances in order. Here, you have to decide that how much you can afford because it will support & definitely help out to your purchase. Secondly choose a perfect used car dealer or locator for you. A used car locator will show you all the options of used cars available there at his website and will provide the details for which you are interested in.
Buying online used cars is not difficult, the negotiation process is exactly the same, but perhaps it will save your time with less pressure and less stress.

MOT Test Brighton

Abbreviation of “The Ministry of Transport test” is MOT that is usually known by its acronym. When we have our precious automobile as Car then we should take care of some factors related to that. One of them factor is car safety. MOT test is an annual test of car safety, fatigue emissions and roadworthiness aspects.

When you require MOT Test for your Cars?
It is very much important query that when we require MOT testing for cars? There are different rules to follow for MOT test of your automobile. It depends on some factors like how you are using your automobile? Last MOT testing date and what was the report after last MOT testing? etc.

First Mot test should be performed when your automobile is three years old from the date of registration. But sometimes, it may happen that cars are used prior to registration, in that case we should go for MOT testing after three year from date of manufacture the car. After first MOT test it should be performed every year.

Autovets for MOT Testing…

In United Kingdom, one stop destination for Mot testing is Autovets. Autovets is Brighton based car servicing centre that is also known for efficient MOT testing. At autovets, Mot testing includes testing of following parts of your car like, Lighting Equipment, Stop Lamps, Reflectors, and Direction Indicators, Front and rear position lamps, rear registration plate lamps, rear fog lamps, Headlamps, Stoplamps, Rear reflectors, Direction indicators and hazard warning devices, Headlamp etc. Here we understand that MOT test is important each year to ensure that it meets at least the minimum road safety and environmental standards.

2010 Porsche Panamera preview

Earlier this summer Porsche’s board of management has announced that they have taken the decision to build a four-door coupe, called “Panamera” at the Company’s Leipzig Plant.
“The symbiosis of sports-car DNA derived from the looks of a coupe, the unique interpretation of the classical sedan body and the benefits of a variable space concept give the new Porsche a truly unmistakable appearance.” That’s how Porsche describes the Panamera, and we probably couldn’t come up with a more flattering choice of words ourselves. Certainly, it...

2010 Ferrari 458 Italia Introduction

FREE photo hosting by Leeroo free images hosting websiteFerrari 458 Italia will succssfully replace the famed F430, and yet brand new from the company. Engine displacement would be 4.5 liters, and number of cylinders is eight, they chose the name Italia because the company thinks the car shows it’s motherland’s talent and passion. And F1 champion Michael Schumacher also helped in developmenting 458 for the project.
Horsepower of 570
The 458 would have a 4,5 litter direct-injected V-8 giving 570 hp at 9000 rpm and 398lb-ft torque at 6000rpm. the increase from...

Discover What Factors Into Your Auto Insurance Quotes

If you are shopping around for auto insurance quotes, you need to be aware of what exactly goes into the pricing. The better informed you are, the better decision you can make in choosing a vehicle that will allow you to get auto insurance quotes that will work within your budget and give you the coverage that you need.

Auto insurance rates are affected by more than just the type of car that interests you. Don’t get us wrong, a sports car is going to be much higher than a compact, but much more goes into the deciding factor in the auto insurance quotes that you are going to be receiving. Here is a brief rundown of some of key factors that affect the overall price of car insurance.
Commute Mileage and Area Driven

You would be surprised at the affect that this can have on your auto insurance rates. City driving versus highway or country driving can drive the cost through the roof. The longer the commute, the higher the auto insurance rates are going to be because of the likelihood that you can get into an accident.

Marital Status and Birthday

Young, single drivers will see significantly higher auto insurance quotes when you are comparing auto insurance quotes than a middle-aged married man with 2 kids. You are more likely to go out and put yourself at risk in the eyes of the car insurance companies if you are younger or unmarried.

Coverage Requested

This is something that you have probably already considered. Whether you will own or lease, the overall coverage that you have can double your premiums in some cases. The more coverage you desire, the higher the auto insurance quotes are going to be.

Something to be aware of is that some companies will also offer you discounts if certain conditions are met. For instance, if you have taken driving safety classes, have a clean driving record, if you have graduated from college or if you are insuring multiple vehicles, you may be eligible for discounts.

When you are shopping around for the best auto insurance rates, take the time to read over the car insurance companies policies and see what you qualify for that can lower your rates. That driver’s education class that you took in high school just may save you $100 a year. The more quotes that you get, the better chance you have of finding a premium that you can afford and that will give you the exact coverage that you desire.

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