Babak baru tinggal diluar Depok

Setelah beberapa lama menimang tawaran tugas luar, akhirnya kami sekeluarga meninggalkan Depok untuk bertugas di luar. Negara tujuan adalah USA, spesifiknya adalah di Houston Texas. Kami mengucap Bismillahirohmanirrohim untuk tugas baru kami bertiga ini (dengan istri dan anak).

Entah kebetulan atau karena lain hal, pada saat kami mendapatkan mobil yg disewakan oleh kantor, Chevrolet Impala lah mobil nya. Wah artinya saya bisa merasakan impala di 2 jaman. Yg pertama keluaran tahun 1964, sekarang dapat impala tahun 2009. Mobil bertenaga 5.8 liter v8 ini memang menjadi ciri khas mobil2 Amerika yg mermesin besar. Bagi saya yg biasa nya pakai Ford Everest dan Honda Jazz di Jakarta pasti ada sedikit perbedaan dengan tenaga mesin mobil ini. Dan yg lebih spesifik lagi....disini kursi kemudinya di sebelah kiri. Wah orientasi dulu nih:)

STS V6 : Luxuriously a Cadillac

STS V6 : Luxuriously a Cadillac

Perfect Interior Designs of the Cadillac STS-v6

It is an all-new Sigma based car. It is a highly crafted entry level car into the automotive market that deals on global luxury. It is very much a Cadillac in all aspects. It has been available with a rear wheel drive or an all wheel drive system. It is equipped with either the Northstar 4.6 liter V8 VVT engine or the 3.6 liter V6 VVT engine. For a much more balanced ride and handling, this vehicle has an installed Dynamic Integrated Chassis Control System. It is the Cadillac STS.

The Cadillac STS is a luxury sedan or a luxury sports sedan. It sports four doors and has the capacity to take in a maximum of five passengers in its luxurious cabin. It has been made available in two trims which comprise of the V6 and the V8. Made standard for both trim levels is a five speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

This vehicle has been designed, crafted, engineered, and executed so as to deliver precision craftsmanship, a splendid performance as well as deliver the sophistication and luxury plus quality that only a Cadillac could bring. And once a person gets to look at it, he would be able to say that indeed the Cadillac STS is a distinct American package. The Sigma architecture that is used in this vehicle is also the very same base and foundation for the Cadillac CTS sedan, the Cadillac CTS V-series sedan, and the SRX luxury performance utility vehicle.

As per the interior of the Cadillac STS, the entire cabin has been constructed using premium materials and fabrics. The seats are heated and ventilated. Eucalyptus wood and in-mold processed, dent and mar resistant aluminum trim is actually used on the steering wheel, center console, instrument panel, as well as door armrests of this luxury sedan.

Mark LaNeve, the general manager for Cadillac, pronounces, "Our long term goal for Cadillac is to become the Standard of the World once again. In order to succeed globally, we have to build vehicles that have outstanding performance, exceptional quality and reliability, and meet the demands of the most discerning car buyers. The STS represents the latest step in that direction." Jim Taylor, the General Motors' vehicle line executive for prestige vehicles adds, "We feel very comfortable calling this a finely crafted car, but we also realize that's the price of entry into this category. The STS has simply been engineered to more than hold its own when matched against some of the best prestige luxury sedans in the world."

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Hybrid Toyota Supra, the next Ferrari, and the Toyobaru Coupe 2011

It is time once again a popular news semi-permanent, where you can upgrade some interesting things happening in and around the world can drive, you probably will not read the article. (If you read the newspapers, that is.)
We start with two news sports cars such as Plessy Ferguson and gentlemen, are very different, but equally important.

The first message that, despite repeated denials to the public, Toyota is working on a successor Supra expensive sports cars. There are rumors that a new generation of packaging V6 hybrid drive from a total of 400 horses, but the production of hybrid versions of those life on our planet, thank you very much. RWD is almost certainly a style by the FT-HS concept car inspired by a chance to be. Hope next year's models, a concept car production in autumn 2011.

Toyota FT-HS Concept

Since the success of the Nissan was with him, it is surprising that Toyota waited so long that their average weight of a sports car. It would be interesting to see how the hybrid technology from Toyota is the high efficiency, especially because his only company exploring the possibilities of technology in sports cars. (See below).

A new sports car is being developed in Japan in the second, called "Toyobaru" cheap sports car jointly by Toyota and Subaru. After 7Tune, Sport Subaru STI variant of the device, except that Toyota has decided to offer a car engine.

The report also shows, insider Toyobaru has a style similar to the Lexus LF-A, which was a violation of the super-fans for many years, a concept car, a prototype machine, and even thinly veiled racism. Can it be assumed that the joint task Toyobaru (do not know how they will name it, I love the sound here) want to keep the price of 2 million yen today, a little 'more than $ 20,000.

The LF-A attempts to hide by closing its eyes and pretending it's invisible.

Concept Car : The Opel Ampera hybrid on pure electric power 2011

The Opel Ampera will be a plug-in hybrid with a 65 km range on pure electric power Design Sketch

This project is the first Opel amps with permission of the loss of the "European Office for Harmonization in the Internal Market (OHIM), where documents are stored in nature.

Opel ampere is the European version of the Chevrolet Volt from GM Hybrid will go on sale next year, the North American market.

Measured against these pictures, it seems that are available to the project, the current Opel model amps and length of the keys to the new Insignia, which recently won the European Car of the Year.

Amplifiers are Voltec GM hybrid powered concept was seen in the last Cadillac approach, which debuted at the Detroit auto show in January. It has combined an electric motor with a gasoline engine used to charge the lithium-ion batteries. It is up to 40 miles (65 km), clean power and can be downloaded for about 2-3 hours at 230 V European standard. Use of gasoline as the generator is battery operated, Ampere range approximately 500 miles (or 800 km).

Ampere expected sales in 2011 and in Europe has its official debut at the Geneva Motor Show in Geneva next month .

Porsche 911 GT3 RSR Update

The Germans introduced the updated Porsche 911 GT3 RSR – racing car class GT, more than successful acting in various world championships. The presentation was held at the traditional party «Night of Champions» in R & D Centre in Weissach.

Changes occurred not only in the technical equipment of the automobile, but also in appearance. The increase in the front splitter improves downforce on the front axle and front wheels became larger. Updated as the configuration of rear wing, extended “duck tail” plus the added holes in the rear bumper. LED lights are now – as the recent road models of the brand.

Porsche 911 GT3 RSR Front

Porsche 911 GT3 RSR Aerodynamic

Four-liter six-cylinder boxer after the migration of “brains” became a powerful 5-hp – Now he gives 455 “horses “. Maximum torque is 450 Nm, and maximum rpm, which can collect engine is still at around 9,400. Transmission – six-speed sequential.

Honda Fuzo : Concept Car

The 2068 Fuzo concept comes from designer John Mahieddine, and is intended to be a sci-fi VTOL flying car. As it takes to the air, the wheels on the car retract, and the four turbines move into action, allowing it to reach a maximum speed of 400 mph. The three-seat concept is kept lightweight by the use of materials like carbon fiber, Kevlar and carbon nanotubes. The controls are joystick based, the left allows the car to spin on its axis, while the right handles tilt and direction. There are two foot pedals to control power and brakes. The car can be fully controlled by a fly-by-wire system using GPS; safety will mainly be handled by parachutes and airbags.

Hamann Victory II 2010 Sport Car

Hamann already presented the super sports car Victory based on the first Lamborghini Gallardo. With the latest Gallardo LP560-4, now also the new Hamann Victory II is introduced. The car body becomes broader and the engine performance as well as the amount of carbon parts is significantly increased.

And what is the most essential part of a Lamborghini? Right, it is the wing doors. And nobody really knows why the Gallardo is not equipped with them straight away. Hamann offers these for the Victory II. In addition, they offer an entire refinement of the original body design which starts with a new front apron in Race-design with a centre carbon part. With new fenders in the front and fender extensions in the back, the Hamann Victory II renders an even more remarkable appearance. Also, the extended side skirts and the air inlet on the roof – available in carbon as well – confirm this impression. The back of the car is enhanced by a diffuser and a newly designed rear wing which pushes the car onto the road at high speeds. Hamann offers the rear wing either in fibre glass or the ultra light and persistent carbon. On top of that, a carbon layer can be applied to the bonnet.

2010 Hamann Victory II angle

2010 Hamann Victory II back

Hamann equips the Victory II with 20 inch Edition Race rims with a special varnish in order to emphasize the new dynamic look. At the same time, the reduced unsprung masses improve the handling and the acceleration and braking response. The recommended wheel/tyre combination is 9.5Jx20 inches with 235/30ZR20 tyres at the front and 13Jx20 rims with 325/25ZR20 tyres at the back.

By adjusting the engine electronics, Hamann squeezes additional performance out of this Italian stallion, increasing its power to 427 kW/580 hp with a maximum torque of 575 Newton metres. Therefore, the Hamann Victory II reaches an impressive 328 km/h top speed.

Anderson Signature in White Lamborghini Gallardo

The house Germanic Anderson presented yesterday in Lamborghini Gallardo inspirational version in an edition called “White Edition” beautifully finished in white, black combined with forming a super car even more spectacular than it already is.

The kit also updated its mechanical part, from the 560 hp model that part, to 600 hp. Among the novelties are an ECU with optimized software, a new air filter and a sport exhaust system with a different catalytic converter. The package also includes a remotely adjustable valve that allows a choice between three different levels of “sound” exhaust, which reduces its weight about 22 kg.

White Lamborghini Gallardo rear design

White Lamborghini Gallardo dashboard

We can also choose a new suspension, including black wheels with polished rims and flanks white. Other exterior modifications include carbon elements, a new aero kit with front spoiler, side skirts, rear bumper and diffuser. Furthermore, all drivers are LEDs.

Inside continues the contrast between white and black, with details like vents, steering column or door panels. The seats are upholstered in white leather and Alcantara with black.

White Lamborghini Gallardo door

Concept Car : MINI Cooper Countryman 2011

How much of the MINI without its charm and unique appeal?

he offered his first appearance on our shores, the MINI Cooper, the smallest car in the United States, was the most versatile machine, faster, more spacious and less expensive on the road. But it was fun to drive and breathe the fresh air throughout the internal market, bigger is better, drawings, similar to hit the U.S. car buyers are becoming something different.

But his appeal over the past two years, U.S. sales fell by Cooper dropped the top in 2008, 54 000 and 47 last year, as some skeptics that the MINI can win the United States continues . Just see how it not only costs but also to recognize the reality of the American market, the British car manufacturers sassy mass, its mighty mites only slightly.

In the spring of 2011, MINI has the farmer initial 4-door, the MINI brand, and a modern, yes. With respect to Cooper, a farmer of a giant. It offers more cargo space behind, the more space for passengers and more than one instrument or the Cooper Clubman.

Although most of the MINI can I make this appeal to the Americans feared that the farmer has the fun factor is the different models of MINI. Guys, we were wrong.

Detroit Auto Show – 2011 : GMC Sierra All Terrain HD Concept

In early January, will premiere predseriynogo pickup GMC Sierra All Terrain HD – this car class heavy-duty got even more off-road ability compared to the previous model.

Looks powerful concept: it’s easy to find on huge wheels (35-inch BFGoodrich tires and 20-inch wheels), a high landing, muscular arches and massive chrome grille, which fades into the bumper, which, in order to increase the angle of entry, virtually no bulges. Side cargo compartment, as well as on other similar pickups, have separate tanks for storage. LEDs are commonly used – in optics, both the front and rear, in turn signals, as well as illumination of footsteps and sex.

GMC Sierra 2011 Concept Front

GMC Sierra 2011 Concept Back

Sierra All Terrain HD concept became more current-generation pickup truck – track is now equal to 1853 mm (front track Sierra HD, which is released today – 1 748 mm, rear – 1709 mm) clearance increased by 76 mm.

Under the hood of the concept is 6.6-liter eight-cylinder turbodiesel Duramax coupled with six-speed automatic Allison transmission 1000. The power of this engine is 397 horsepower, maximum torque of 1037 Nm. The production version GMC Sierra All Terrain HD followed immediately during 2011.

Jaguar C-X75 Jet-Powered Supercar

Undoubtedly, the concept Jaguar C-X75 is the ideal candidate for a car kit here at Salon de l'Automobile in Paris. Revealed in the evening begins to see a gateway to a series of VIP events, it is rather easy compared to their technology. Of course, extender hybrid in every corner of the gallery. But I hit 205 miles per hour the battery is charged whirlwind? We think not.

Jet-Powered?
Yes, it's awesome Supercar Concept Jet, with "Mind Blast" labels on their exhaust pipes. turbine production four-wheel-mounted electric motors and the development of a total of 780 hp.

Jaguar XJ13 Racing Inspired by the type C-X75 accelerates from zero to 62 km / h in just 3.4 seconds. You can also travel 68 miles of pure electric power, or 560 miles with both engines.

With 1180 pounds-feet of torque is produced directly into electrical energy, blistering acceleration. The power to all four wheels matched pair of vectors, so as not to affect the balance of the car.

Audi RS3 Sportback 2012

Blazing performance, compact size. Audi has added a new model to its dynamic RS series: the Audi RS3 Sportback. In the great tradition of the brand, its engine boasts five cylinders and turbocharging technology. From a displacement of 2.5 liters come 250 kW (340 hp) of power and 450 Nm (331.90 lb-ft) of torque, with an average fuel consumption of just 9.1 liters of fuel per 100 km (25.85 US mpg)

Cool Ford Focus Modification

A very nice modification of Ford Focus, It’s a great inspiration for those who tried to modified their car too.

New Ferrari Revealed – Ferrari 458 Italia

The new Ferrari is badged 458 Italia and has a mid-mounted V8 like the F430 it will replace. It features a new, 4,499cc engine developing 562bhp and a seven-speed, dual-clutch transmission. The car will be officially unveiled at the Frankfurt motor show in September before going on sale next spring, with a price of about £150,000.

Citroen GT on the Streets of London

The stunning Citroen GT concept car, designed by Polyphony Digital, stops traffic as it cruises the streets of London

Aston Martin DBS-nya James Bond

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cars sports ford mustang

You may well have thought that the Mercury Cougar auto that the origins of the Mercury Cougar auto were nothing more than a whale sized version of simple Ford Thunderbird car. Yet many are surprised that the history and development of this classic American sportscar rather was that of the NASCAR legendary Mercury "Pony Car", which kicked nothing but but "Butt" on the Trans-Am Automobile racing circuit.
Originally Lincoln- Mercury (considered at the time to be the luxury end of Ford Motor Corporation), had devised the idea of developing, designing and marketing a small sized sports car. The germ of this idea had started as early as February 1963 with the idea in the works of this smaller sports type vehicle to be sold within the North American automobile market.
But it was the success of the Ford Mustang product that finally put the pedal to the metal (or the design and marketing staff's ok and budgeting of departmental project funding). It is said that nothing drives a project the automobile industry than the potential of excellent sales figures and profitability's. Even the name of the vehicle product "Cougar" is not totally unique. Cougar is in the same vein as "Mustang" - both being sleek fast racing animals.
Although the Cougar was also built on a 111 inch wheelbase similar to the mustang auto sports car, the Cougar was rather three inches and half inches shorter than its cousin - the Thunderbird. Underneath the elegant sheet metal of the Cougar was a Mustang, so to speak. In actuality the Cougar shared with its cousins - the sporty Mustang, and the dourer family vehicle - the Ford Falcon (which was also known in the Canadian market as the Ford Frontenac product. The Ford Mustang had the greatest fortune of being born from the Ford Falcon product line. Mustang enthusiasts owe a great debt of gratitude to a so called compact "Family" car. The Ford Falcon allowed both the Mustang car project as well as the Cougar car product a quick to develop, cheap to produce as well as a proven and durable base platform. Even the dash of the early Mustangs was a direct copy of the Falcons.
Underneath all of the glitter of its elegant sheet metal the Cougar car was all Mustang, using the exact same Falcon front suspension and a solid rear axle with four-leaf springs. A base 289 cubic inch V-8 made 200 bhp (gross), but the real action came in the guise of a 390 cubic inch V-8 that made 320 bhp. A GT option included a performance handling package and power disc brakes that replaced more standard front brake drums. Finally special GT wheels rounded out the package.
It has been said that Lincoln Mercury's chief designer had envisioned the Cougar as an elegant European sports car, along the lines of the Jaguar Mark 2. How was it that the Cougar went racing?
In 1967 Lincoln Mercury turned to Bud Moore to be the point man for a shot at the SCCA Trans-Am Championship. Team Cougar made up of drivers, Dan Gurney, Parnelli Jones, Formula 1 driver Peter Revson and NASCAR driver Dave Pearson came in second in Ford Mustang's team. In 1968 then under the aegis of Moore, driver DeWayne "Tiny" Lund went on to capture the NASCAR Grand Touring Championship.

So where and how did the Cougar go wrong and in the end become a rather non defined wishy washy bloated luxo sort of sports car by the end of its automobile production lifetime? What proved to be this product and projects undoing was the lack of true comprehension from the direct Mercury as well as Ford staff and executives as to what this car's clear and distinct market was. It may be said that at the best they were disinterested and at the worst clueless and greedy. This lack of market focus, as well as not knowing and perceiving the needs and desires of the potential Cougar customer market proved to be the Cougar's undoing. By the 1969 product introduction the Cougar was a little longer and a little wider. From then on it was only a short decent into landau roofs as well as the opera window type styling and options of the day. Once started this downward trend and spiral of the Cougar was inevitable. The halcyon years of the early Cougar - specifically the early Cougar model years of 1967 - 70 remain a time when the Cougar's roar boomed out of dual exhausts and the sign of a car that had some bite to it.

cars sports BMW Z4

cars sports BMW Z4

The BMW Z3 did not actually catch on in Europe, so the Z4 was designed as a more sporty automobile than the Z3, and with its 3-liter engine which develops 265 bhp, is a good match in performance for the Porsche Boxster. Meanwhile, Porsche made a decision to fill out its range with an additional model, to be priced between the Boxster and the 911. In reality, the Cayman is based on the Boxster, but has more sporty suspension, and has a larger engine. Now, though you can get a Cayman with a 2.7 liter engine as well as the 3.4 litre job. The Boxster gets 2.7 and 3.2 liters.
Because Porsche makes flat-six engines, it can easily produce engines of different capacities from 2.7 to 3.8 liters, and many parts are shared by all of them.
If you are looking for a sporty automobile, then you will want to look at the Z4 3-liter, which produces 265 bhp, and reaches 60 mph in 5.5 seconds, a time matched by the Boxster 3.2. The Cayman is a fragment faster, getting to 60 mph in 5.3 seconds. Mind, if you need maximum performance from these vehicles, you can get the BMW Z4 M, with over three hundred bhp on tap.
Choosing between Z4 and Cayman
But when it comes to the choice between the Z4 and Cayman coupes,you will be influenced by which one looks better. Though the Z4 looks miles better than the Z3 it does have some quirky lines, which don't appeal to everybody, and the coupe is no better.
The Cayman has the customarily slick Porsche lines, with a long tail and built-in spoiler which looks good. On the road performance is not much different, and both have super engines and gearboxes, but they don't do things in quite the same way. The Cayman is a superbly balanced vehicle that may be driven fast with confidence, but if you need to hang the tail out, the Z4 might be more to your liking.
Both are great sports automobiles, and will give you a lot of fun. What else should you consider? Nissan's 350Z is also quite a vehicle, with a lusty V-6, the Mercedes-Benz 350 SLK 350 and new Audi TT are also worth having a look at.
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Aston Martin - High Performance Sports Cars

Aston Martin is a name that needs very little introduction. It is a brand that has always stood for high performance sports cars designed and produced by skilled craftsmen. The British automaker has recently brought to light its intent to be known for not only offering a lavish sports car, but a fuel efficient one as well. The new city cars will focus on the duties of transportation and not just getting from zero to 60 as quickly as possible.
Originally, Aston Martin was known primarily in the racing circles. By the time the 1920's had rolled around, the brand had made its first overseas appearance, participating in the French Grand Prix. The brand was quickly able to make a name for itself with popular racing cars such as the streamlined 1934 Ulster. Every car produced by this top brand is a product of today's technology. New resources along with new investments in the latest computer aided designs are ensuring that the future for this car brand is as bright as its past.
Over the past 90 years, Aston Martin has produced quality sports cars. The inspiration for the company itself began when founders Lionel Martin and Robert Bamford wanted to build distinctive sports cars that were exhilarating to drive. Martin was a regular competitor in the hill climb races at Aston Clinton and the simple combination of the name of the event and the name of the driver gave birth to one of the most famous automotive marques ever.

The fact that the company Aston Martin is still around today is a testament to its enduring strength and quality of its vehicles. Since its founding in 1914 the company has gone through more than half a dozen owners and been propelled to near-icon status thanks to its involvement in the James Bond films. Some of the more popular cars today include the DBS Volante with its combination of sports car characteristics and open-air motoring. The V8 Vantage is a great example of modern automotive design. A hand-crafted sports car that offers excellent performance, incredible agility and everyday usability. You even have the option of designing your own car just the way you want it.

Aston Martin Sport Cars Green Vantage V12 Race Car

Aston Martin Sport Cars Green Vantage V12 Race Car

It's green - very. This is The Aston Martin Vantage V12 race car is Terrifying and impressive, a well-known brand car that turned into a speed monster, with a design that is really interesting and really cool to make this car really looks cool and amazing. That's not green as in the environmental sense either, as anything with 12 cylinders, a 6.0-litre capacity and 510bhp isn't going to please the tree huggers. The V12 Vantage looks every inch the racing car.

Aston Martin Sport Cars Green Vantage V12 Race Car

Fitted to the squat proportions of the Vantage the aero kit gives this V12 some serious presence. With its deep, punctured front wings, Plexiglas side screens and some serious looking brakes behind the alloy wheels equipped with track rubber, this V12 Vantage demands respect.

There's none of the twitchiness you might expect, the Aston Martin Sport Cars Green Vantage V12 Race Car feeling utterly planted and supremely composed. There's the small issue of manual gear changing, but when the gearbox is so delightfully crisp (and devoid of the ridiculously proportioned gear knob of the road car) and the pedals so perfectly positioned heel-and-toe downshifts are as easy as they come.

Aston Martin Sport Cars Green Vantage V12 Race Car

With entry speeds getting faster and faster, the speed this car can carry through the bends is immense. The track is damp, but the sticky wet race tyres reveal just how compromised even the best road tyres are. There's masses of grip, the traction too is incredible, so the Aston Martin Sport Cars Green Vantage V12 Race Car can use its prodigious power despite the conditions. It's all remarkably easy too, the aerodynamics adding to the Vantage's stability, even in slower speed corners.

The brakes are amazing; with every lap braking can be left later and pushed harder, the Vantage washing off its easily gained speed with zero fuss. Blipping the throttle while doing so and shifting down the manual 'box is a real pleasure, both physically and aurally as each flex of the foot has the V12 flaring up its revs with a glorious sound.

Aston Martin Sport Cars Green Vantage V12 Race Car

We always thought racing cars were edgy, tricky to drive monsters, but quite the reverse is true - indeed compared to the road version on the same track the racecar is an absolute cinch to drive fast. But then this is its natural habitat, yet the evolutionary process to allow it to work so well here is relatively straightforward. It never fails to amaze us how much additional performance can be gained by some tweaked suspension, lower weight, proper tyres and some clever aero kit. Aston Martin Sport Cars Green Vantage V12 Race Car is an impressive road car, but it's also an awesome racecar.