Jaguar XF Luxury

Contemporary, individual and expertly crafted, the XF surpasses the competition with a cabin rich in luxurious finishes and design brilliance. The XF Luxury is available with 3.0 Litre V6 Petrol, 3.0 Litre V6 Diesel (211), 3.0 Litre V6 Diesel (240) and 3.0 V6 Diesel S (275) engines.

XF Luxury is available in two solid and twelve metallic exterior paint colours.XF Luxury 3.0 Litre V6 Petrol is specified with 17″ Libra alloy wheels as standard, while 18″ Venus alloy wheels are standard on other XF Luxury models. Four other 18″, 19″ and 20″ alloy wheel designs are available as additional cost options.

LUXURY AND DESIGN

The XF Luxury’s extensive standard specification includes:
- Jaguar sound system with single slot CD player
- Jaguar Smart Key System™ with Keyless Start
- 8/8 way power adjustable front seats with Bond Grain leather facings
- Rear seats with 60/40 split fold function and Bond Grain leather facings
- Bond Grain stitched and tailored instrument panel and door top rolls
- Phosphor blue halo illumination and interior mood lighting
- Full colour Touch-screen
- Bluetooth® telephone connectivity
- Automatic Climate Control
- 6-speed automatic transmission with Jaguar Sequential Shift™ and JaguarDrive™ Selector
- JaguarDrive Control™ with Winter Mode
- Cruise control with Automatic Speed Limiter
- Automatic headlamps and rain sensing wipers
- Rear parking aid with Touch-screen visual indicator

INTERIOR CHOICE

XF Luxury’s standard specification includes the choice of three interior colourways:
- Warm Charcoal seats with Warm Charcoal upper facia
- Dove seats with Warm Charcoal upper facia
- Barley seats with Truffle upper facia

Jaguar XF Premium Luxury

With enhancements from Softgrain leather and hand-finished wood veneers to additional technical features, the XF Premium Luxury delivers more reward for the long drive. The XF Premium Luxury is available with 3.0 Litre V6 Petrol, 3.0 Litre V6 Diesel (211), 3.0 Litre V6 Diesel (240), 3.0 Litre V6 Diesel S (275) and 5.0 Litre V8 Petrol engines.
XF Premium Luxury is available in two solid and twelve metallic exterior paint colours.XF Premium Luxury is specified with 18″ Cygnus alloy wheels as standard. Five other 18″, 19″ and 20″ alloy wheel designs are available as additional cost options.
LUXURY AND DESIGN
The XF Premium Luxury’s extensive standard specification includes:
- Jaguar 320W premium sound system with single slot CD player featuring Windows Media Audio and MP3 compatibility
- Jaguar Smart Key System™ with Keyless Entry and Keyless Start
- 10/10 way power adjustable Softgrain leather front seats with memory function
- Softgrain leather rear seats with 60/40 split fold function
- Softgrain leather stitched and tailored instrument panel and door top rolls
- Phosphor blue halo illumination and interior mood lighting
- Full colour Touch-screen
- Bluetooth® telephone connectivity
- Automatic Climate Control
- 6-speed automatic transmission with Jaguar Sequential Shift™ and JaguarDrive™ Selector
- JaguarDrive Control™ with Winter Mode
- Cruise control with Automatic Speed Limiter
- Automatic headlamps and rain sensing wipers
- Powerfold heated door mirrors and auto-dimming rear view mirror
- Rear parking aid with Touch-screen visual indicator
INTERIOR CHOICE
XF Premium Luxury offers the choice of four interior colourways:
- Warm Charcoal seats with Warm Charcoal upper facia
- Dove seats with Warm Charcoal upper facia
- Barley seats with Truffle upper facia
- Ivory seats with Oyster upper facia (additional cost option)
There is also the choice of two veneers, both of which also come with a Knurled Aluminium finisher:
- Burr Walnut is available as standard
- Rich Oak can be specified as an additional cost option

Jaguar XF Portfolio

Sporting luxury comes to life in the wide choice of fine materials, exquisite craftsmanship and rich specifications of Jaguar’s Portfolio series. The XF Portfolio is available with 3.0 Litre V6 Petrol, 3.0 Litre V6 Diesel (240), 3.0 Litre V6 Diesel S (275) and 5.0 Litre V8 Petrol engines.

XF Portfolio is available in two solid and twelve metallic exterior paint colours.XF Portfolio is specified with 19″ Artura alloy wheels as standard. Three other 19″ and 20″ alloy wheel designs are available as additional cost options.

LUXURY AND DESIGN

The XF Portfolio’s extensive standard specification includes:
- Jaguar 320W premium sound system with single slot CD player featuring Windows Media Audio and MP3 compatibility
- Jaguar Smart Key System™ with Keyless Entry and Keyless Start
- 16/12 way power adjustable, active ventilated (heated and cooled) Softgrain leather front seats with memory function
- Softgrain leather rear seats with 60/40 split fold function
- Softgrain leather stitched and tailored instrument panel and door top rolls with twin needle contrast stitching
- Jaguar Suedecloth premium headlining and deep pile carpet mats with contrast edge binding
- Phosphor blue halo illumination and interior mood lighting
- Full colour Touch-screen
- Bluetooth® telephone connectivity
- Automatic Climate Control
- 6-speed automatic transmission with Jaguar Sequential Shift™ and JaguarDrive™ Selector
- JaguarDrive Control™ with Winter mode
- Cruise control with Automatic Speed Limiter
- Automatic headlamps and rain sensing wipers
- Powerfold heated door mirrors and auto-dimming rear view mirror
- Rear parking aid with Touch-screen visual indicator

INTERIOR CHOICE

XF Portfolio’s standard specification includes the choice of five interior colourways:
- Warm Charcoal seats and Warm Charcoal upper facia with Ivory twin needle contrast stitch
- Barley seats and Truffle upper facia with Barley twin needle contrast stitch
- Spice seats and Warm Charcoal upper facia with Spice twin needle contrast stitch
- Ivory seats and Truffle upper facia with Ivory twin needle contrast stitch
- Ivory seats and Oyster upper facia with Ivory twin needle contrast stitch

There is also the choice of four veneers, all of which also come with a Knurled Aluminium finisher:
- Figured Ebony (unique to XF Portfolio)
- Satin American Walnut
- Burr Walnut
- Rich Oak

Jaguar XFR

Jaguar’s racing heart beats fastest in the supercharged XFR – the most dynamic, most exhilarating expression of Jaguar sporting luxury.
XFR is available in two solid and six metallic exterior paint colours, two of which – Kyanite Blue and Salsa – are unique to XFR.XFR is specified with unique 20″ Nevis alloy wheels.
LUXURY AND DESIGN
XFR’s extensive standard specification includes:
- 5.0 Litre V8 510PS Supercharged engine
- Adaptive Dynamics
- Active Differential Control
- R Exterior theme featuring unique front bumper design, twin bonnet louvreswith Supercharged script, side sill extensions, quad exhaust tailpipes, body colour rear valance and rear spoiler
- 20″ Nevis alloy wheels with “Supercharged” script
-R Interior theme including unique Dark Mesh aluminium finish on instrument panel and doors, R badging on steering wheel and instrument panel, and instrument dials with red pointers and Supercharged motif
- Jaguar 320W premium sound system with single slot CD player featuring Windows Media Audio and MP3 compatibility
- Jaguar Smart Key System™ with Keyless Entry and Keyless Start
- 18/14way power adjustable, active ventilated (heated and cooled) R embossed Softgrain leather front sports seats with memory function
- Softgrain leather rear seats with 60/40 split fold function
- Softgrain stitched and tailored instrument panel and door top rolls with contrast stitching
- Jaguar Suedecloth premium headlining
- Phosphor blue halo illumination and interior mood lighting
- Full colour Touch-screen
- Bluetooth® telephone connectivity
- Automatic Climate Control
- 6-speed automatic transmission with Jaguar Sequential Shift™ and JaguarDrive™ Selector
- JaguarDrive Control™ with Dynamic Mode and Winter Mode
- Cruise control with Automatic Speed Limiter
- Rain sensing wipers
- Bi-Xenon headlamps with automatic on/off, integrated cornering lights and headlamp washers
- Powerfold heated door mirrors and auto-dimming rear view mirror
- Rear parking aid with Touch-screen visual indicator
INTERIOR CHOICE
XFR’s standard specification includes the choice of four interior colourways:
- Warm Charcoal seats and Warm Charcoal upper facia
- Red Zone and Warm Charcoal seats and Warm Charcoal upper facia with Red Zone contrast stitch
- London Tan and Warm Charcoal seats and Warm Charcoal upper facia with London Tan contrast stitch
- Ivory seats and Warm Charcoal upper facia with Ivory contrast stitch
XFR features Jaguar Suedecloth Premium Headlining in either Canvas or Dove dependant upon the interior colourway chosen. Jet Jaguar Suedecloth Premium Headlining is also available as an additional cost option.
XFR is specified with unique Dark Oak and Dark Mesh Aluminium veneers.

Jaguar XJ: A Greener Luxury Car

Jaguar, a segment of Tata Motors, has been honored with a prestigious Green Award in the luxury car segment. The Jaguar XJ earned the award due to its fuel efficient, low emission power plant and recycled aluminum body.

The XJ is equipped with a 275PS 3.0-litre AJ-V6D Gen III turbodiesel engine that gets 40 mpg. That is the same fuel efficiency as a gas powered Smart subcompact car. Although the car can go from 0-60mph in an impressive 6.0 secs, it has CO2 emissions of only 184g/km and NOx emissions of 0.142g/km.

Geoff Cousins, managing director of Jaguar UK said, "Environmental considerations are increasingly important to car buyers. By taking a lifecycle approach to the new XJ we have minimised the amount of materials used, we use recycled material and low-energy manufacturing processes, as well as making the vehicle easy to recycle at the end of its life."

Jaguar's aluminium body carries about 50 percent recycled material and the company plans to increase that figure to 75 percent. This feature will save three tons of CO2 per vehicle.

For its niche, the XJ is a greener car, but the emphasis is on luxury, performance and impressive styling.

Mercedes McLaren SLR 722

  

In 2007, pebasket Michael Jordan bought a Mercedes McLaren SLR 722 silver color which is considered as one of the best cars ever made.

According to Yahoo Sports, after wear it until the meter reaches 962 miles away, Michael Jordan decided to sell the car at a price of U.S. $ 430,000. While the price of this car for a new unit could reach U.S. $ 475,000.
This car is rumored as the fastest car in the world. With a speed of 209 miles per hour, this car has a V8 engine with a capacity of 5 1 / 2 liter and ran with 640 horsepower.

Mercedes SLS AMG GT3

One of the luxury car company that is known by the name of Mercedes-Benz will introduce the latest Racing Car for model year 2011, they called this new product by calling AMG Mercedes SLS GT3. Mercedes-Benz plans to introduce the SLS AMG GT3 early before the event New York Auto Show 2011. Most of AMG GT3 SLS components made of lightweight carbon fiber material to be practical to make these vehicles produce exceptional performance is supported by a more sporty look

New Car Yudhoyono President of the Republic of Indonesia (Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard)

 

Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard: New top-of-the-range Guard model offering Highest Protection
Stuttgart, Oct 16, 2006
Mercedes-Benz has completed the new S-Class range by introducing an armoured special-protection model. Thanks to its factory-integrated protective features, the new S-Guard provides a unique level of protection against attacks and threats posed by violent crime. The new model is initially available in Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard guise, with a twelve-cylinder engine and a long wheelbase.

The new Mercedes-Benz S-Guard is the logical continuation of an almost 80-year unbroken tradition in the development of special-protection vehicles. This new top-of-the-range Guard model is produced in Sindelfingen, Germany by vastly experienced specialists working on the principle of integrated special protection. In effect this means that, rather than retrofitting the protective elements in the doors, rear wall, side panels, roof lining and firewall etc. of an already finished vehicle, they fully integrate them into the bodyshell on a dedicated production line. All the body-structure reinforcements required due to the extra weight of the protective elements can therefore be incorporated right from the start. The resulting vehicles offer hallmark Mercedes-Benz build quality combined with comprehensive Highest Protection, including in those areas where post-production access would be all but impossible.

Outstanding comfort and effortlessly superior performance

The S-Class interior space concept, which makes for a first-class ambience combined with outstanding ride comfort for all the occupants, not to mention effortlessly superior handling, remains virtually unaffected. Furthermore, generously dimensioned chassis components and twin-calliper front brakes lend the Mercedes-Benz S-Guard Saloon hallmark Mercedes handling qualities and provide the driver with an optimal driving feel at all times. Plus the chassis has been configured so as not to impair the sumptuous level of comfort that distinguishes the standard-production S-Class. At the heart of the Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard is a twelve-cylinder biturbo engine developing 380 kW/517 hp, whose scintillating performance capability allows the luxury saloon to escape from dangerous situations with breathtaking speed.

The Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard offers Highest Protection and has been engineered to resistance level B6/B7, as tested and certified by state-approved organisations. Its armour resists military-standard small-arms projectiles and provides protection against fragments from hand grenades and other explosive charges. Additional safety features include run-flat tyres, a self-sealing fuel tank and a fire-extinguishing system.

Yet the Highest Protection that underpins the new Guard Saloon is scarcely noticeable from the outside. After all, discretion is as much of a must as trust, reliability and quality. Prominent personalities in particular like to travel incognito, wherever they happen to be, and the new Mercedes-Benz S-Guard gives them this option.

All the trailblazing developments of the new S-Class

The Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard is equipped with the same technical innovations that have made the flagship Mercedes S-Class the number-one trailblazer in passenger car development and the world’s best-selling luxury saloon. These include important new developments such as Brake Assist PLUS and the PRE SAFE® brake in combination with DISTRONIC PLUS, night view assist and the enhanced PRE-SAFE® anticipatory occupant protection system. On top of all this, the outstanding level of interior comfort and extremely agile handling make for an effortlessly superior driving experience.

Mercedes S Class 2011

GERMANY-German car company, Mercedes-Benz, recently announced the addition of four new diesel and gasoline engines for model S-Klasse 2011.

In addition to using direct injection technology in diesel engines, Mercedes is also carrying the V6 and V8 gasoline engines BlueDIRECT. The new machine also includes revisions to the transmission system PLUS 7G-TRONIC 7-speed automatic ECO function Start / stop, quoted from the Legal autoevolution on Friday (24/09/2010).

For type S 250 CDI, S is planned that new car will be sold at a price of EUR 71, 876, or approximately USD 861 million. S 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY to develop the output power up to 204 horsepower.

With that much power, the S class fuel efficient enough, because it can consume as much as 5.7 liters of fuel for 100km (41 mpg), low-emission cars because it also emits only 149 g / km of CO2.

For diesel engines, using a V6 configuration that will be installed on the model S 350 BlueTEC with a price of EUR 76 279 or approximately USD 914 million. Diesel engines are capable of providing power to 258 horsepower and has a fuel consumption of 6.8 liters for a distance of 100km (35 mpg), while the exhaust gas emission emits only 177 g / km of CO2.

Another with S 350 BlueEFFICIENCY models, which can provide power at 306 horsepower. The car will be sold at a price of EUR78, 718 or about USD 944 million.

Then there are 500 S BlueEFFICIENCY who has power of 435 horsepower and sold at a price of EUR99, 186 or about USD 1.1 billion.

"The machine is highly efficient new petrol and diesel engines in the S-Klasse show that our customers could also drive a luxury class car with a clear conscience," said Thomas Weber, Daimler AG's Executive member responsible for research and development company and the Council on Mercedes-Benz.

While the S 600, with 417 horsepower coming out of the 12-cylinder biturbo engine will remain a model of top-of-the-line, at a price of EUR 156, 961 or about Rp1.8 billion.

Mercedes Touring Cup

JAKARTA (dp) - Responding to the coming of a higher interest from potential participants Mercedes Touring Cup, PT Mercedes-Benz Indonesia opened a new information channel in the form of electronic mail services (e-mail). Service digital address info_mercedestouringcup@daimler.com aims for society and consumers Mercedes-Benz to ask directly about the racing program.
"We make a channel of personal information so that consumers can ask directly. This e-mail address is specifically dedicated to welcome our Touring Mercedes Cup, "said spokesman PT Mercedes-Benz Indonesia Yuniadi Hartono at Mercedes-Benz booth at IIMS 2010, today, Wednesday (28 / 7).
Mercedes Touring Cup One Make Race is a racing special C-Class sedan made by Mercedes-Benz Indonesia PT. This championship will be held from October 2010 until July 2011 at the Sentul International Circuit, West Java.
Currently, Mercedes-Benz C-Class Prototype Race is being shown at IIMS 2010. The plan, Mercedes-Benz will only make 30 units of similar berspesifikasi C-Class and sold with special discounts.
C-Class racing touring berspesifikasi using the base model W204, namely C200 and C 200 CGI Compressor latest. In addition to modifications to the esterior, interior and suspension (including the addition of the rear wing and front bumper spoiler), there is no technical changes made to the DTM bertampilan sedan.
Mercedes Touring Cup scheduled to be melombakan different classes, namely the professional class, business class, class and beginner class celebrity

New Mercy "CLS Class"

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Metrogaya-Finally, we can see the launch of the Mercedes CLS Class which will be re-released in 2011. The new model features a grille and a more assertive and more prominent front bumper. Mercedes CLS will compete with models like the Audi A7 and Porsche Panamera. Official debut will be in September at the Paris Auto Show, with sales that will begin in early 2011.

Mercedes CLS will be supported by new machines made by companies that is bi-turbo 5.5-liter, different engines than its predecessor and the closest car CLS 63 AMG is only supported by a 6.2 liter V8 engine. With a 5.5-liter bi-turbo, the new Mercedes CLS will be able to produce more than 544 HP and 590 Nm of torque to the standard form with more powerful performance pack 571 horsepower and 664 Nm of torque. Mercedes CLS will also be offered with diesel and hybrid powertrains, which will be powered by 4 cylinder diesel engine-powered twin-turbo 204 hp.

Mercedes CLS is iconic design and will launch in the form of 4-door coupe with a low position, such as features that have been raised by the CC Volkswagen and other design countless. Mercedes must be careful when redesigned Mercedes CLS with a new look, because it will reflect corporate design through the back of the car wide. Mercedes CLS is born with an amazing square theme, it looks in the rearview mirror of the car while the car from the A pillar to pillar C is retained CLS with the curvature of the roof line on the back of the car. (Yc / Autoblackthrough)    

Mazda 2008 Concept Car Limited Edition

As diketahu by the world community today, many who are keen to make "A Dream Ride", even a lot of technicians from various world to design these vehicles, so a lot of car manufacturers want meproduksinya in limited numbers or Another name is "Concept Ride" (limited ride).
As recently, many of the world car market out prototypes of these cars, because it wanted to show the superiority of the cars made by these manufacturers, either through exhibitions and advertisements, like the example belowFigure 1 Mazda 2008 Concept Car
This is an example of these limited cars, with engines powered almost 1250 hp, and can reach speeds of 100 mph in 3 seconds only, and especially lage berinjeksi combustion system, with DOHC V12 engine is the hope of future vehicles and environmentally friendly also flexible in the drive, but manufacturers are making this car is still not memberitajukan when this car will be sold, but probably around 2015 according to new estimates can be mass produced and traded perjual.

Lagonda concept to orthodox look

According to Mr. Fabris, SUV concept generated significant interest from potential buyers after the hit stand at Geneva. Many critics highlight a Lagonda concept to orthodox look, but with the luxury SUV market is still very much a profitable one, Aston Martin will most likely hold on to weapons with the Lagonda.

The global financial crisis is reported to blame, but the official word from Aston Martin Lagonda brand is that expanding-project is still very much alive.Another Lagonda concept is rumored to be in the works, with the motor show debut is expected some time later in the year 2009.

Cadillac launched Provoq fuel cell SUV concept

Cadillac has launched Provoq fuel cell SUV concept today, which is the latest example of GM's E-Flex propulsion system.

E-flex system combines the new fifth-generation fuel cell system and lithium ion batteries to generate electricity-driven vehicles do not use gas and emits only water. The concept can be moved a total of 300 miles on one tank of hydrogen (280 miles from hydrogen and 20 miles on electricity alone). Provoq concept also reached 0-100 in 8.5 seconds and has a top speed of 160 km / h

Mazda the Ford Kuga compact SUV concept

 Mazda has released new photos of the Ford Kuga compact SUV concept will be introduced at the 2008 Moscow Motor Show. 3-door compact SUV concept called the Mazda Kazamai, which means swirling crosswinds in Japanese. Attention immediately grabbed by a huge 22 inch bling bling turbine wheels car pounce style and attitude. Moscow show will begin on August 26, 2008.

Hongqi from Product Chinês FAW Groups

 

Hongqi is the premiere division Chinês car maker FAW Groups and at the Beijing Auto Show presented this quite interesting concept, which Hongqi SUV concept. It's quite shocking for Chinese producers to come up with such a great looking concept, however, given that the production version will not be available until at least 2010,The concept of the front fascia features an evolved version of Red Flag's signature grille with the addition of large vents and the car will be powered by FAW powerful V12 engine, which will also complement the HQE limousine. FAW is very proud of this machine, which features an advanced combustion system, full of lightweight aluminum design, optimized fuel economic efficiency and lower emissions. This engine will also lay the foundation for V6 and V8 engines to follow.

Honda Type S Accord Tourer Diesel

According to the UK Media Resource, Honda will be introducing a new and more powerful diesel Type S Accord during the 2009 Geneva Motor Show this March. The Accord addition is going to be sportier and higher-powered compared to the rest of the Accord line-up.

The Type S Accord will feature a revised turbo-charger, a 20% power boost from the standard accord model, an increased torque at 380 Nm at 2000 rpm and a 2.2 liter diesel i-Dtec engine.

Fans of Honda will also be quick to note that the Type S looks different from the rest of the batch. It’s based on a new design, with 18-inch alloy wheels and clear indicator covers. The model will be available in two body colors: Basque Red and Premium White Pearl.

There is no sticker price on the Honda Type S Accord yet, but as of now, the model will be available in either Saloon or Tourer body shapes. The type S will also be available in manual transmission.

Honda OSM – Upcoming Roadster

The Open Study Model by Honda is a beautiful and sexy new roadster designed by the same geniusses that did the magnificent new Honda Civic (lead by Masaki Kobayashi)…

Enjoy the photos, as soon as we have news and more pics we’ll let you know…

If that’s not beautiful, I don’t know what is. Great work, Masaki!

There's much more Honda Civic stuff at www.motors.co.uk, the UK's awesomest portal for second used cars and car information. We actually used it ourselves to buy our Honda S2000, and paid less than 60% of new price

Honda S2000 – The Last Version

Japanese car manufacturer Honda recently disclosed that it will be the end of the line for the Honda S2000 sports car after the production of the 2009 variant.

The S2000 was introduced to the market in 1999 but was marketed as a 2000 model. The S2000 was a hit with car enthusiasts who enjoyed its effective manual transmission and its cool chassis work. Top Gear star Jeremy Clarkson was reported being a huge fan of the S2000, and the car always did great in their annual car surveys!

The first release of the Honda sports car was designed to pay homage to the company’s 50th anniversary. The S2000 was well received by consumers that the Japanese car manufacturer decided to produce the car..

The 2000 on its tag was coined from the 2000 cc engine that had an output of 240 horsepower. During that time, the horsepower per liter ratio of 123.5 was record breaking and was considered as very efficient.

Revisions were very minor to the next releases of the S2000 through the years. The 2004 released received a facelift with cosmetics to the body panels and reconfigured suspension system to decrease the potential oversteering.

In 2007 the Club Racer S2000 variant (photo above) was released and featured a removable hardtop. Its suspension was specifically designed to provide a smooth ride on the track.

Honda is also discontinuing the program for the Honda NSX / Acura NSX super car amid the global financial crisis. Some other plans of Honda were also shelved including the V8 programs, rear drive development, and the CR-Z.

The S2000 is marketed in 64 countries across the globe with about 110000 units sold. The S2000 of 2009 has a sticker of $35669.

Honda Scratches Plan

Upon reading the report in a British magazine, a lot of car enthusiast and car experts are thinking of good epitaphs for marvelous Honda would-have-been cars like the S2000 speed monster, beefed up Acuras, CR-Z hybrid, and V8 engines.

The Japanese car maker is re-thinking its strategy and line of cars to mold their approach to market amid dwindling car sales around the globe.

Honda experienced an 18% drop of car sales in 2008. The December year over year performance was significantly lower by 35%. The tough times led to Honda’s decision of calling off the production of the NSX supercar scheduled to be out by 2010. The NSX super car was destined to have a V10 power plant in its engine bay.

A rear-driven Acura with a V8 engine was being designed by Honda to rival BMW. Plans of having this car by 2015 were also scrapped off. The V8 was seen as an unsuitable option because of the sky rocketing fuel prices.

Honda executives discloses that Honda will concentrate more on building more fuel efficient vehicles to better survive and deal with the current economic climate.

Other moves to mend the hard punch of the economic crisis include the following:

Honda decides to back out from F1 racing. This will enable them to cut on costs. This is a tough decision for the company since Honda has a long history in formula racing.

The new research and development center in Japan plus two other factories will not be opened soon. They are also delaying the release of new diesel fuels to the US and Japan. Company expansions to Turkey and India are also being delayed.

Salaries of the executives are also being trimmed by as much as 10%. Honda is expected to lay off around 450 people come February 2009.

Honda’s Cheapest Hybrid

News from the Land of the Rising Sun:  The Mainichi Shimbun and Shimbun newspapers in Japan state that Honda Motor Co. gave their new hybrid car with low, low price tag of only ¥1.59 million (that’s roughly US$18,600), which makes it the cheapest hybrid vehicle in Japan.  Soon, the new Honda Fit Hybrid might just be the most affordable gasoline-electric car in the United States and the world.

The US$18,600 price tag is still as staggering $3,500 lower when compared with the Honda Insight, the present cheapest hybrid in the market today.  It is also $4,600 lower compared to the conventional gasoline-chugging Fit.  While Japan’s market price does not always coincide with the US, Honda Fit Hybrid’s manufacturer’s suggested retail price might land somewhere around $17,000.

The Honda Fit Hybrid will carry an electric motor and a 1.3-liter engine. It is expected to achieve 70.6 mpg US, 3.3 L/100km with the fuel economy of 30 kilometers per liter.  However, the Fit Hybrid’s title of being the cheapest hybrid vehicle is challenged by Toyota’s plan to debut its compact hybrid in 2011.  Toyota’s hybrid will have the

price tag of around ¥1.5 million (that’s $17,554) and is expected to reach 40 kilometers per liter and 94 mpg US, 2.5 L/100km.  According to analysts, the release of these two hybrid vehicles will improve the competition in the sales of eco-friendly vehicles between the two Japanese automobile giants.

Honda’s new Fit hybrid will make its debut in the Paris Auto Show this fall season and will be released sometime in 2011.

Honda Gives Beijing the Li Nian Everus Concept Sedan

Do you think you’re seeing double? With the twin sets of horizontal headlamps flanked on either side of the Li Nian Everus’ chrome-built grill, consumers might just blink their eyes to make sure. Li Nian is the newly formed line of Honda Cars designed especially for the Chinese auto market. Honda’s China Guangzhou branch served as the model’s opening stage. Two concept cars were released by the branch in the past: a sporty roadster and a more compact crossover.

According to Honda, the production version of the Li Nian concept will be available to the Chinese market during the Guangzhou Motor Show. This is set to happen by the end of 2010, but the company did not release any other details about the car. Reviewers suspect that the model will be based on the Honda City, a small sedan which was also based on the Jazz’s platform, but nothing official has been announced.

The Honda City is powered by a 1.8 liter engine which is perfect for a smooth, city cruise. The concept car’s name “Li Nian” means “idea” in English, and with the spare information released about the concept car, it remains just like that right now: an idea. Consumers may have to wait for a few more months before this idea can be realized by Honda. The Li Nian concept car was first introduced to the public in 2008, and after two years of waiting, the Chinese market is just hoping that it will be well worth the wait. Based on the photos alone, the concept “idea” car Li Nian seems to hold a lot of promise.

CR-Z Hybrid spells excitement

A big population of auto enthusiasts surely waited with eagerness for the coming of the sports coupe 2011 Honda CR-Z hybrid. The two-seater and its sporty line pumps some blood to the hybrid territory. The car is expected to be delivered as early as this summer.

The CR-Z hybrid will be powered by the 4-cylinder i-VTEC 1.5L engine that makes use of the Integrated Motor Assist(IMA) by Honda. It looks like that this car shares most of its DNA with the recently rolled out Insight Hybrid. The CR-Z makes use of a 10 kilowatt electric motor which accelerates the car and recaptures power as it coasts and decelerates. The energy is stored in a 100 volt battery pack made of nickel metal hydride.

The fuel economy is not the best as we expect for small hybrids. The electric engine is paired with six speed manual transmission or via a continuously variable transmission. The CVT version rates 36/38 mpg which is just like the Ford Fiesta while the manual hits worse at 31/37 mpg.

Though the fuel economy is not impressive the CR-Z still makes it as a AT-PZEV or Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emission Vehicle as per CARB standards.

The Honda CR-Z hybrid has an output of 122 horsepower at 6,000 rpm with 128 lb-ft of torque at 1,000 to 1,500 rpm.

The car will be sold with a base and EX versions. The base comes with the usual standard features of stability system, climate control, ABS, and cruise control. The EX will add HID headlamps, leather trim, fog lamps, Bluetooth, and a 360-watt entertainment system.

Honda FC Sport Concept

Not too much talking — straight on the the beautiful pics I found on the green car site!

Supersleek lines…

Great sexy nose!

Look at that cut in the side. Awww! I love the huge logo on the back too — very nice!

It’s an environmentally-friendly Gallardo!

There's much more Honda Civic stuff at www.motors.co.uk, the UK's awesomest portal for second used cars and car information.

Honda Produce S2000, CR-Z Convertible, and V8 Program

Upon reading the report in a British magazine, a lot of car enthusiast and car experts are thinking of good epitaphs for marvelous Honda would-have-been cars like the S2000 speed monster, beefed up Acuras, CR-Z hybrid, and V8 engines.

The Japanese car maker is re-thinking its strategy and line of cars to mold their approach to market amid dwindling car sales around the globe.

Honda experienced an 18% drop of car sales in 2008. The December year over year performance was significantly lower by 35%. The tough times led to Honda’s decision of calling off the production of the NSX supercar scheduled to be out by 2010. The NSX super car was destined to have a V10 power plant in its engine bay.

A rear-driven Acura with a V8 engine was being designed by Honda to rival BMW. Plans of having this car by 2015 were also scrapped off. The V8 was seen as an unsuitable option because of the sky rocketing fuel prices.

Honda executives discloses that Honda will concentrate more on building more fuel efficient vehicles to better survive and deal with the current economic climate.

Other moves to mend the hard punch of the economic crisis include the following:

Honda decides to back out from F1 racing. This will enable them to cut on costs. This is a tough decision for the company since Honda has a long history in formula racing.

The new research and development center in Japan plus two other factories will not be opened soon. They are also delaying the release of new diesel fuels to the US and Japan. Company expansions to Turkey and India are also being delayed.

Salaries of the executives are also being trimmed by as much as 10%. Honda is expected to lay off around 450 people come February 2009.