라이벌들에게 경고장을 보내며 당당히 소형해치백 시장에 i30라는 모델을 내놓은 현대가 차기작으로 뽑아든 비장의 카드인 i10 (아이텐)은 i30와는 조금 다른 성격입니다. i10은 급성장하는 인도와 중국시장과 저가 자동차 시장에 대응하기 위해 내놓은 모델입니다. 예전 현대의 유일한 경차였던 아토스/샹트로를 대체하는 이 모델은 출시직후부터 인도시장 탑에 오르는등 크게 인기를 모으고 있는 모델입니다.

 이 새로운 시티카는 '펀 투 드라이브' 컨셉으로 만들어졌으며 다루기 쉽고 또한 이 가격대의 그 어떠한 모델에서도 느껴보지 못한 양과 질 모두에서의 만족감을 줄것입니다.

 i10은 3.565mm의 전장과 1,595mm의 전폭을 갖춘 전형적인 시티카 사이즈 입니다. 도시의 좁은 골목길과 막히는 출,퇴근 도로에서 운전하기 쉽고 경차주차장을 이용할 수 있습니다. 다른 경쟁차들과는 달리 i10은 2,380mm의 긴 휠베이스를 통해 차체안정감은 물론 넓은 실내공간을 확보하였습니다. 차체 코너로 한껏 밀어넣은 휠 덕분에 더 넓은 탑승객과 짐을 위한 공간을 확보하였습니다.
 또한 이러한 구성은 큰 차를 운전하는듯한 안정감을 줄 수 있습니다.

 i10의 또다른 특징은 높은 높이입니다. 톨보이 스타일의 i10은 인도인들이 머리위에 터번을 두르고도 천장에 닿지 않게 하도록 차체 높이를 높였습니다.

 다른 경쟁차들도 5명이 탑승할 수 있고, 문도 5개입니다. 하지만 i10은 불과 £6,500에서부터 시작하는 가격으로 인해 가격경쟁력이 다른 라이벌모델들에 비해 뛰어납니다. i10의 오너들은 저렴한 가격에 고품질의 시티카를 만날 수 있습니다. 심지어 가장 최하급의 모델에도 에어컨디셔너가 기본으로 장착됩니다. 이것은 이 급에서는  거의 독보적인 옵션입니다. i10은 또한 전 도어에서 파워 윈도우를 사용 할 수도 있으며, 14인치 휠과 바디컬러의 프론트/리어범퍼, 중앙집중식 도어잠금장치, 파워스티어링, 문루프는 물론 CD와 MP3 재생이 가능한 6개의 스피커까지 고를 수 있습니다.
 


 i10은 또한 탑승객의 안전성도 만족시켜주고 있습니다. 모든 급에서 듀얼 및 앞좌석 사이드 에어백까지 기본으로 장착되며 조수석 에어백은 별도의 버튼으로 작동을 중지시킬 수도 있습니다. 모든 i10은 67ps마력의 1.1리터 페트롤 엔진이 장착되며 수동변속기가 기본입니다. 옵션으로 4단 자동변속기가 장착됩니다. 기어박스를 센터콘솔에 장착하여 공간 활용도를 높였으며 높은 운전자세에 알맞게 장착되었습니다. 이로 인해 운전석과 조수석사이에 워크스루도 가능합니다.


 
 수동변속기 버전은 60mpg의 연료소모를 가능하게하며 단지 119g/km의 CO2 배출을 할 뿐입니다. 다른 모든 현대의 모델처럼 i10은 주행거리와 상관없이 5년간의 보증 프로그램의 혜택을 받을 수 있습니다. 이것은 5년동안은 얼마를 달렸던 간에 품질을 보장해 준다는 것입니다.



 현대는 이 매력적인 고품질의 시티카가 연간 10,000대씩 판매되길 희망하고 있으며 현대의 기존 고객의 재구매율을 높이는것에 중점을 둔다고 합니다. 즉, 아토스와 상트로를 타던 고객이 i10으로 넘어올 수 있도록 하겠다는 것입니다. 현대의 i10을 국내에서는 만날 수 없지만 이미 다른 시장에서는 2008년 3월부터 판매되고 있습니다.

The BMW M1 Homage is modelled on the lines that defined the M1 designed by Giorgio Giugiaro and produced between 1978 and 1981. His body retains some measures similar to those of its predecessor, albeit with greater wheelbase.

This exercise in style, which may not be produced, aired on the "Concorso d'eleganza Villa d'Este 2008, which also could contemplate models as the Bugatti Veyron Fbg Hermès, the Lexus LF-A, the Bentley Continental GTZ Zagato The Mercedes-Benz F700 or Maserati Quattroporte Bellagio fastback.

The body has a very sharp silhouette, and is defined by straight lines and angles very marked. On the sides of the rear wings are two large gills which hypothetically would improve aerodynamics and cooling the engine, which would be located in central position. BMW has not provided any information about the characteristics of the engine.




BMW has used for the exterior a mixture of colors orange and black colours of the first reinterpret the M1. It has a small grill in a very similar to that of recent BMW and a few lighthouses that are practically only visible if they are turned on (picture).

The BMW M1 Homage has some tire design very similar to those assembled that pays homage to the M1 and a moon "enrejada, whose openings are often small and prevent spoilers see the engine from the outside (contrary to what occurs, for example, in an Audi R8, image). In the rear also highlights the two insignia of the mark, located at both ends of the body, like the M1 in 1978.




The BMW M1 1,978

The first BMW M1 was presented during the 64 edition of the Paris Motor Show in autumn 1978, as an evolution of the prototype made six years before by Paul Bracq, BMW Turbo (among other characteristics had a turbocharged engine and two-door type "Gull wings' image).

In the four years that was the M1 in the market between 1978 and 1981, there were just over 450 units, as the price they had to pay for it, 100,000 German marks at the time, was the equivalent of four BMW 323is with a couple of options.

Measures of this coupe two places were: 4.36 meters long, 1.82 wide and only 1.14 high. A Lamborghini Gallardo Coupe has the same length, but is slightly wider (1.9 m) and highest (1.17 m).



The M1 had a six-cylinder engine in line 3.5 litre engine capacity placed in longitudinal position back (behind the seats, but in front of the rear axle and parallel to the march). He had 277 hp and a power-weight ratio of 4.7 kg / hp, was able to lead the M1 to 264 kph, with an acceleration of 0 to 100 in 5.6 seconds. The manual gearbox was five marches and double disc clutch dry. The traction was to the rear wheels and had a limited slip differential.

The butt was two pieces, the bottom formed combustion chambers and cooling, while the top was the bearings of camshafts and taqués. The dry sump lubrication was by and gasoline was stored in two tanks to the left and right in front of the rear axle, each with a capacity of 58 litres.

It had some great tyres for the time (but small for what is now), measures 205/50 VR 16 in the front axle and 225/50 VR 16 in the rear. The suspension was parallelogram deformable in the two axes.

The driver and passenger were protected by a steel framework of rectangular section, a rigid plastic coated riveting. Being a sports car, its equipment was not luxurious, but among the options highlighted the air conditioning. The trunk, located under the bonnet, could host the luggage of two people for a weekend.

The M1 was designed and built from the outset as a motor car for the competition. Specifically, the project "E26", as he knew when it had not yet been named as M1, started in 1976 as the first truly exclusive car built by BMW Motorsport GmbH, a subsidiary founded by competition for the signing of Munich in 1972.

According to current regulations by then, in order to participate in the races of the "Group of Four Gran Turismo (GT), manufacturers must produce at least 400 units in 24 consecutive months of street vehicle. In addition, the model for the competition had to really resemble that of mass production.



At the beginning of their manufacture, Lamborghini could not take over the assembly as originally planned, so that "Baur, a company specialising in coach, took over the assembly of systems and mechanical components of the car. Marchesi built the chassis, bodywork TIR plastic reinforced with fiberglass and Italdesign (the company of Giorgio Giugiaro) mounted these two essential parts and added equipment and interior linings. There began the short life of M1 and his career path.

This BMW has been led by stars of Formula 1 as Niki Lauda and Nelson Piquet in the "M1 proc", a competition which belongs to Group 4 GT created in 1979 by BMW Motorsport GmbH with the support of Bernie Ecclestone and Max Mosley. The aim was to expedite the arrival of M1a circuits, albeit through a championship itself.

This competition, in which M1 had prepared engines capable of reaching the 470 hp, was being held just before the majority of the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Europe and was won by Lauda in 1979 and Piquet in 1980. The M1 also came to compete in the category of "Group 5 GT", in 1981, with a naturally aspirated engine that reached a maximum power of almost 500 hp.

That same year he was part of the grill of the championship U.S. 'IMSA GTO', in which pilots Dave Cowart and Kenpo Millar achieved victory en12 of the 16 races. In addition, the BMW sports participated in the 24 Hours of Le Mans 1979, where he finished in sixth place with a decoration done by Andy Warhol.

The new Opel Insignia, a saloon with bodywork 4 and 5-door, will be sold starting in November 2008. It may be for the first time in the Chamber of Automobile London on July 22.

It measures 4.83 meters in length, 22 cm more than the Vectra model that replaces and is also sold with bodywork 4 and 5-door, in addition to a family. This new model of Opel premiered the new Epsilon platform 2 and will be available in versions with front-wheel drive car with traction total.

The range of engines will consist of seven variants, four petrol and three diesel, although not km77.com we are confident will reach all to Spain. Soon we will be able to confirm this aspect.

The smallest of the four petrol engines will be a four-cylinder 115 hp and the largest one of six cylinders in V-260 hp. According to Opel, Diesel engines are new, all of 2.0 liter engine. The minor will have an output of 110 hp and more than 160 hp. For later, Opel announced the arrival of another engine versions called ECOflex with low CO2 emissions, and also some more powerful version.




The Insignia will be offered with adaptive lighting. According to Opel, has nine different settings of the light beam. It will also lead light-emitting diodes (LEDs) for lighting daytime.

The Insignia is developed from the Opel GTC Concept prototype, which measures just 4,830 mm long, 1,867 mm wide and 1,432 mm high. The coefficient of drag prototype is 0.25. Like the prototype and other models of Opel, Insignia operates a system that combines the control of stability with the buffer variable hardness (Opel is called IDS + models that have atualmente).

Opel has not yet provided any information on the equipment of Insignia, it is too early to know whether bear some of the elements of hardware that includes the GTC Concept, like the parking system to facilitate on-line hard drive, parking brake programmer speed automatic or active.

What is known is that the new Insignia take ambient light red, which will also include other models of Opel, according to the manufacturer.

Mercedes-Benz released official pictures and information of the all-new Mercedes GLK-Class sport utility vehicle. The versatile SUV will debut at Auto China in Beijing on Sunday, April 20, and make its U.S. dealer showroom debut in January 2009 as a 2010 model.

Powered by a 268-horsepower, 3.5-liter V6 engine the 2010MY GLK 350 will form the basis of the U.S. lineup, and will be offered in both 4MATIC and two-wheel-drive versions, riding on standard 19-inch 10-spoke wheels with 235/50 tires. The GLK features a 108.5-inch wheelbase and boasts unique design language which sets it apart from the rest of the highly successful Mercedes-Benz family of SUVs that includes the M-Class (which spurred the trend toward more car-like SUVs), the larger GL-Class, the crossover R-Class and the iconic G-Class.

Showcasing bold exterior design, generous cargo capacity and available 4MATIC all-wheel-drive, the GLK 350 combines the perfect balance of styling, versatility and performance. The 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class will be produced exclusively at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Bremen, Germany.

Aggressive Styling and a Unique Personality

With its poised, confident presence, the GLK-Class leaves no doubt about its intent to conquer the compact premium SUV segment. In sharp contrast to the relatively soft forms of other similar-sized vehicles, the striking, angular profile of the GLK sets it apart from the competition. From its steeply-raked windshield to the integrated rear spoiler on its tightly styled roof section, the bullish shape of the new Mercedes GLK suggests power and agility, and echoes the G-Class -- the iconic pioneer of the Mercedes-Benz SUV family.

Mercedes-Benz Design Chief Prof. Peter Pfeiffer adds: "With the G-Class we created a style icon that has been a benchmark in SUV design for the past 30 years. Combining this bold concept with the latest Mercedes-Benz design idiom makes the GLK a vehicle of genuine character."

Beautiful proportions (length 178.3 inches, width 72.4 inches, height 66.9 inches) and styling combine classic angular shapes together with the distinctive design features found in contemporary Mercedes-Benz passenger cars. Taut lines and large, expansive surfaces mix with the traditional characteristics of a proper off-road vehicle, such as short overhangs, an upright front end, slim roof pillars, and a steeply raked windshield. Generous angles of approach and departure combined with impressive ground clearance allow the GLK to handle light off-roading with ease. On-road, the clear layout of the exterior and good all-around visibility, combined with a commanding seating position, enhance everyday practicality and relaxed driving, even in dense city traffic.

A Luxurious, Feature-Rich Interior

The GLK boasts a long list of standard equipment, including details not typically found in this vehicle class. Inside, a two-zone automatic climate control system, adjustable steering column, front seats with electrically adjustable height and backrest angle (including seat inclination adjustment) and manual lumbar support with two-way adjustment for the driver's seat are all standard on the GLK. Standard integrated Bluetooth interface for mobile phones, a microphone for the hands-free system and a central 5-inch color display round out the list of interior appointments.

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK features all the impressive design and safety technology found in other Mercedes-Benz models, including standard front and side air bags as well as window air bags. Among its many comfort and convenience features is an available rear-seat entertainment system featuring two eight-inch screens, wireless headphones and an integrated dual-source DVD player.

The distinctive looks of the GLK exterior are seamlessly continued inside, with luxurious materials and precise detailing. The taught, sculpted lines of the dashboard dominate the interior, visually extending into the door panels to lend additional width to the generously dimensioned cockpit. Luxurious Sienna Pine wood with chrome trim highlights the dashboard and door panels at the front and rear, while the upper section of the encompasses the instrument cluster and the standard 5-inch color display. The driver's armrest features integrated cupholders and the standard controller for the audio functions and the optional COMAND multimedia system are located in ergonomically ideal positions between the front seats. Control of the individual menus is intuitive, following the familiar and well-proven layout used in the current C-Class and S-Class models. Additional shortcut buttons provide direct access to the most important main functions. Front and rear headroom figures are 39.8 inches and 39.7 inches respectively, while the cargo area boasts 23.3 cubic feet of storage. Cargo capacity balloons to 54.7 cubic feet when the 1/3:2/3-split rear seats are folded forwards.

A Wealth of Optional Equipment for the GLK buyer

Contributing to the versatility of the new SUV, five option packages as well as nine stand-alone options are planned for the 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350. The popular Premium 1 package offers GLK buyers a spacious Panorama Sunroof, SIRIUS satellite radio and a power liftgate. Customers seeking even more luxury can opt for the Premium 2 package, which adds Bi-Xenon headlamps with adaptive lighting and headlamp washing system, rain sensing windshield wipers, memory settings for the driver's seat, and much more. The Multimedia Package (which debuted on the new C-Class) adds COMAND with hard-drive Navigation as well as a rear-view back-up camera. Exterior options include an Appearance Package offering larger 20-inch 7-spoke wheels and Aluminum roof rails and, for the interior, an Upholstery Package adds interior lighting, a full leather interior and burl walnut trim.

Available 4MATIC All-Wheel-Drive System

The optional all-wheel-drive powertrain at the heart of the GLK 350 4MATIC is one of the most capable systems on the market. The dynamic ESP®, ASR and 4ETS driving systems work in concert to ensure top-notch longitudinal and lateral control and superb handling stability both on and off-road. Thanks to a compact, longitudinally designed engine, transmission and transfer case arrangement, the system offers various advantages over its counterparts equipped with a transversely installed drive unit. Estimated 23 mpg highway fuel consumption is on a par with comparable rear-wheel vehicles, while vibration and noise levels rival those of luxury models.

The 45:55 torque distribution between the front and rear axle - along with the ESP®, ASR and 4ETS dynamic handling control systems - guarantees effortless and exceptional performance. Loss of traction on snow or ice is compensated for by the newly developed multi-disc clutch in the center differential, which provides a basic partial locking torque between the front and rear axle. This arrangement produces a significant increase in traction while maintaining directional stability.

Agility Control Suspension

The sophisticated Agility Control suspension on the new Mercedes GLK-Class helps resolve a common paradox facing the SUV segment - how to create a vehicle that combines agile on-road comfort with off-road capability. For sporty, responsive handling, the suspension and, above all, the shock absorbers need to provide a certain firmness however, this may compromise comfort and limits off-road performance. If the vehicle is setup with softer dampers, dynamic handling naturally suffers. Thanks to "amplitude-dependent damping" the suspension can adjust to perform in either driving conditions. During normal driving on moderately contoured roads or slow off-road manoeuvres, the system responds softly, enhancing both the occupants' comfort and the vehicle's off-road capability. During more spirited driving or when performing abrupt evasive maneuvers, the dampers adjust to a harder setting ensuring optimum handling stability. Additionally, speed-sensitive power steering supports the driver with a precise balance of high-speed road feel and low speed maneuverability. Maximum power assistance is available during parking and off-road driving, while at higher speeds, the assistance is reduced in favor of greater handling stability.

In addition to a tire pressure warning system, the tried-and-tested Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) for the GLK incorporates a vehicle/trailer stabilization function, which helps maintain control while towing a trailer by applying the individual wheel brakes as required. The GLK offers a maximum tow rating of 3,500 lbs.

Proven V6 Powerplant

The new sport utility is destined to be one of the most fuel-efficient Mercedes-Benz vehicles ever. Smaller and lighter than its well-known SUV siblings, the GLK features a fuel-sipping 3.5-liter V6 engine, a sophisticated seven-speed automatic transmission and available 4MATIC full-time four-wheel-drive. All of these components combine to give the GLK 350 an impressive 0-60 time of just 6.5 seconds (estimated) while achieving an 23 mpg (estimated) on the highway.

Both the GLK 350 and GLK 350 4MATIC are matched with a seven-speed automatic transmission as standard. Low overall weight (estimated 4,036 lb. curb weight) and the exceptional aerodynamics for a vehicle of this design (cd figure 0.35) further contribute to the exceptional performance and low fuel consumption.

Much as the latest C-Class sedan has brought a new level of sporty driving and ride comfort to the sedan world, the new Mercedes GLK brings a new combination of agility and comfort to the SUV market. The GLK also broadens and extends the Mercedes-Benz sport utility line with cutting-edge engine and four-wheel-drive technology packaged in a stylish vehicle that's the perfect size for today's busy family.

The Widest Range of SUVs

Mercedes-Benz offers the widest range of SUVs in the premium segment, the GLK being the brand's fifth model in the series. In response to customers' wishes, the company's Family of SUV's has grown to include the R-Class, M-Class, GL-Class and G‑Class. The new Mercedes GLK is the latest addition to this successful line-up.